Race 4Maiden Handicap

ELITE SAND AND SOIL SUPER MAIDEN HANDICAP ($34K)

TBA AEDT1207m34,00014 runners

AI Best Bet

#5 Barrow PowerJ: Andrew Gibbons

Barrow Power stands out as the most promising runner in this field, having placed on debut and coming from the in-form Kris Lees stable. With a good barrier and a top jockey, this horse is primed to break its maiden.

Placed on debutKris Lees stable formAndrew Gibbons aboardGood barrier draw

Each-Way Value: Extremely Perfect

88%

Confidence

AI Race Summary

This Maiden Handicap over 1207m features a mix of debutants and seasoned maidens, with several runners showing promise in trials or having placed previously. The Kris Lees stable holds a strong hand with two runners, and the race looks set to be dominated by those with solid trial form or a prior placing, as many have struggled to break through.

AI Selections & Analysis (14 runners)

Barrow Power

Barrier 5 · 128kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER1:0-1

Jockey:Andrew Gibbons

Trainer:Kris Lees

Placed on debutKris Lees stable formAndrew Gibbons aboardGood barrier draw

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Nearest

Barrier 7 · 130kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Anna Roper

Trainer:Paul Messara & Leah Gavranich

A debutant from the Paul Messara & Leah Gavranich yard, Nearest has shown very encouraging trial form, suggesting ability. With Anna Roper in the saddle and a reasonable barrier, this horse could make an immediate impact.

Strong trial formPaul Messara & Leah Gavranich debutantAnna Roper's ridingMidfield barrier

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Extremely Perfect

Barrier 1 · 129kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER3:0-0

Jockey:Braith Nock

Trainer:Jacob Perrett

Extremely Perfect has shown glimpses of ability in previous starts and gets a significant advantage from barrier 1. With a slight drop in class and a good run expected from the inside, this horse is a strong each-way chance.

Inside barrier (1)Previous race experiencePotential for improvementGood track/distance fit

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Jimmy Go

Barrier 3 · 130kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Mikayla Weir

As a debutant, Jimmy Go's potential is unknown, but a good barrier and Mikayla Weir aboard suggest some confidence from connections. Trial form would be crucial to assess, but on paper, it's a competitive debut.

Debut runnerGood barrier draw (3)Mikayla Weir booking

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Bubbles Please

Barrier 8 · 122kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Shannen Llewellyn

Trainer:Kris Lees

Another Kris Lees runner, Bubbles Please has had two starts without much impact but could improve sharply with race experience and the stable's guidance. The wide barrier is a concern, but the trainer's form keeps it in contention.

Kris Lees stableRace experiencePotential for improvement

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Zo Frilling

Barrier 4 · 122kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER17:0-2

Trainer:Nikki Pollock

Zo Frilling has had many starts but has managed two placings, indicating some ability to finish in the money. With a good barrier and experience, this horse could surprise if others falter, making it a value proposition.

Good barrier (4)Previous placingsExtensive race experience

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Hinto

Barrier 10 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER6:0-1

Jockey:Angel Brennan

Trainer:Troy O'neile

Hinto has had several starts and one placing, showing some ability but struggling to break through. The wide barrier and average recent form make this a tougher assignment, but it has the experience.

Race experiencePrevious placingWide barrier draw

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Diacceto

Barrier 12 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER1:0-0

Jockey:Serg Lisnyy

Trainer:Melissa Dennett

Diacceto had one unplaced run and now faces a wide barrier, which will make it challenging to contend. Improvement is expected with race experience, but the task looks tough here.

Wide barrier (12)Limited race experienceNeeds to improve

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Gregoly

Barrier 6 · 123kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER3:0-0

Jockey:Leanne Boyd

Trainer:Sally Torrens

Gregoly has had three unplaced runs and doesn't appear to be showing significant improvement. While the barrier is decent, it will need a substantial lift to be competitive in this field.

Unplaced in three startsNeeds significant improvementAverage recent form

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Akuma

Barrier 2 · 122kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER7:0-0

Jockey:Liberty Smyth

Trainer:Sally Torrens

Akuma has had seven starts without placing, indicating a struggle to find form. While the inside barrier is a plus, the overall career record suggests this horse is unlikely to feature prominently.

Long maiden statusPoor career formInside barrier (2)

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Not So Wrong

Barrier 9 · 122kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER6:0-0

Jockey:Juliet Partridge

Trainer:Holly Williams

With six unplaced starts, Not So Wrong has not shown enough to suggest it can win this maiden. The form is poor, and a wide barrier further diminishes its chances.

Poor career formWide barrier (9)Needs to improve significantly

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Pride Of Nations

Barrier 13 · 122kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER6:0-0

Jockey:Jenny Duggan

Trainer:Sue Grills

Pride Of Nations has had six unplaced starts and faces a very wide barrier, making this a tough proposition. The form suggests it will struggle to make an impact against stronger contenders.

Very wide barrier (13)Poor career formNeeds to improve significantly

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Lite Side

Barrier 11 · 122kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER13:0-0

Jockey:Luke Rolls

Trainer:Geoff O'brien

Lite Side is one of the most experienced maidens in the field with 13 starts and no placings, indicating a significant lack of ability. The wide barrier further compounds the difficulty.

Long maiden status (13 starts)No placingsWide barrier (11)

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Free Swinger

Barrier 14 · 122kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Leeshelle Small

Trainer:Craig Clegg

As a debutant from a very wide barrier, Free Swinger faces a steep challenge. Without any trial form or previous runs, it's difficult to assess its chances, making it a complete unknown and a significant risk.

Debut runnerVery wide barrier (14)No form to assess

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