Race 7Benchmark 80 Handicap

CRICKS HIGHWAY BENCHMARK 80 HANDICAP ($58K)

TBA AEDT1106m58,00019 runners

AI Best Bet

#1 OuroborosJ: Fiona Sandkuhl

Ouroboros stands out with an excellent career place percentage and a favourable inside draw. The trainer is in good form, and the horse's overall profile suggests it's well-placed to contend strongly in this class.

Excellent career place rateInside barrier (1)Strong trainer formProven class performer

Each-Way Value: Royal Commodore

88%

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AI Race Summary

This Benchmark 80 Handicap over 1106m presents a competitive field with several horses boasting strong win rates and recent form. The wide barriers for some key contenders could play a significant role, while those drawn inside will look to capitalize on a potentially fast pace.

AI Selections & Analysis (19 runners)

Ouroboros

Barrier 1 · 137kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER14:4-5

Jockey:Fiona Sandkuhl

Trainer:Matthew Hoysted

Excellent career place rateInside barrier (1)Strong trainer formProven class performer

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Without Parallel

Barrier 7 · 121kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER6:4-0

Jockey:Jett Newman

Trainer:Matthew Dunn

Despite limited starts, Without Parallel boasts an exceptional career win rate, indicating significant talent. The trainer is in red-hot form, and with a good draw, this horse has the potential to continue its impressive upward trajectory.

High career win percentageIn-form trainer (M. Dunn)Favorable barrier (7)Untapped potential

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First Mission

Barrier 9 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER13:3-5

Jockey:Ryan Maloney

Trainer:Kelly Schweida

First Mission has a very good career place percentage and is partnered with a strong jockey. While the barrier is neutral, the horse's consistency and the trainer's ability suggest it will be highly competitive in this event.

High career place percentageStrong jockey engagementConsistent performerCapable trainer

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Richon

Barrier 2 · 139kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER21:7-3

Jockey:Courtney Bellamy

Trainer:Peter Robl

Richon has a strong career win rate and a very favourable inside barrier. The horse has shown good ability in the past, and with a solid jockey and trainer, it should be right in the mix here.

Strong career win rateExcellent barrier (2)Solid jockey/trainer comboProven at this level

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Royal Commodore

Barrier 12 · 129kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER9:4-2

Trainer:Matthew Dunn

Royal Commodore boasts an impressive career win and place percentage from limited starts, indicating significant upside. The wide barrier is a concern, but the horse's talent and Matthew Dunn's training can overcome it for an each-way chance.

High career win rateUntapped potentialIn-form trainer (M. Dunn)Could improve sharply

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Flying Destiny

Barrier 3 · 137kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER30:6-8

Jockey:Boris Thornton

Trainer:Michael Freedman

Flying Destiny has a solid career record and a good barrier draw, which will assist in finding a prominent position. The Michael Freedman stable is always respected, suggesting this horse is well-prepared for a strong showing.

Consistent career recordGood barrier (3)Respected trainerCapable jockey

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Pantelone

Barrier 5 · 131kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER26:6-6

Jockey:Montana Philpot

Trainer:Glenn Richardson

Pantelone has a decent win rate and a favourable barrier, which are significant advantages. While not a top-tier contender, the horse's consistency and good draw make it a strong consideration for a minor placing.

Solid win rateFavourable barrier (5)Consistent performerCould surprise

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Acres Away

Barrier 6 · 129kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER28:6-5

Jockey:Angela Jones

Trainer:Billy Healey

Acres Away has a respectable career record and a good barrier draw, which should allow for a clean run. With Angela Jones aboard, the horse has the potential to perform better than its odds might suggest.

Respectable career recordGood barrier (6)Capable jockey (A. Jones)Could run into placings

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Laydownlily

Barrier 11 · 123kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER20:6-0

Jockey:Cejay Graham

Trainer:Taylah Mackinnon

Laydownlily has a good win rate but lacks placings, suggesting an all-or-nothing type. The wide barrier is a challenge, but if it can find a position, its winning instinct could see it in the finish.

Good win rateAll-or-nothing runnerCapable jockeyNeeds luck from wide draw

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Shot Of Whiskey

Barrier 8 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER23:4-6

Jockey:Daniel Moor

Trainer:Matthew Hoysted

Shot Of Whiskey has a fair career place percentage and comes from a strong stable. The neutral barrier draw means it will need some luck in running, but the trainer's expertise gives it a chance to improve.

Fair career place rateStrong trainer (M. Hoysted)Neutral barrier (8)Could sneak a minor placing

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Henry's Blade

Barrier 4 · 120kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER19:4-5

Trainer:Vic Heading

Henry's Blade has a reasonable place percentage and a good inside barrier, which could be an advantage. However, the overall form and class suggest it will need to lift significantly to be a winning chance in this field.

Good inside barrier (4)Fair place rateNeeds to improve on recent formCould run on late

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Ralphie

Barrier 8 · 128kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER51:7-7

Jockey:Andrew Mallyon

Trainer:Gary Doughty

Ralphie is an experienced campaigner but has a lower win and place percentage compared to some rivals. While the barrier is acceptable, the horse will need to find its best form to be competitive here.

Experienced runnerLower win/place rateNeeds career best formNeutral barrier (8)

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Estrondo

Barrier 10 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER25:4-4

Jockey:Michael Rodd

Trainer:Robert Heathcote

Estrondo has a lower win and place percentage and a wide barrier draw, making this a tough assignment. While Michael Rodd is a top jockey, the horse's overall profile suggests it's an outsider in this competitive race.

Lower win/place rateWide barrier (10)Top jockey (M. Rodd)Needs significant improvement

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Fragile Love

Barrier 13 · 121kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER28:5-4

Jockey:Damien Thornton

Trainer:Matthew Dunn

Fragile Love has a modest career record and a very wide barrier, making it difficult to feature. While from a good stable, the combination of factors points to this horse being a longshot.

Modest career recordVery wide barrier (13)Needs luck in runningFrom good stable

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He's Heaven

Barrier 14 · 134kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER55:7-5

Jockey:Corey Sutherland

Trainer:Desleigh Forster

He's Heaven is a veteran with a low win and place percentage and a very wide barrier. These factors make it hard to recommend, and it would be a major upset if it were to contend.

Low win/place rateVery wide barrier (14)Veteran runnerFaces tough task

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Brereton

Barrier 15 · 133kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER34:3-6

Jockey:Chelsea Baker

Trainer:Tony Gollan

Brereton has a very low win and place percentage and an extremely wide barrier. Despite being from a top stable, these factors severely diminish its chances in a competitive race like this.

Very low win/place rateExtremely wide barrier (15)Needs significant improvementFrom top stable

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Muschialli

Barrier 12 · 128kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER40:6-3

Jockey:Emily Lang

Trainer:Kevin Kemp

Muschialli has a low win and place percentage and a wide barrier, making it a difficult prospect. While experienced, it is unlikely to be a factor against stronger opposition in this race.

Low win/place rateWide barrier (12)Needs to find best formOutclassed here

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Dream Lantern

Barrier 17 · 118kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER16:4-0

Trainer:Billy Healey

Dream Lantern has a low place percentage and a very wide barrier, severely hampering its chances. With no jockey listed, it's difficult to make a case for this horse in such a competitive field.

Low place percentageVery wide barrier (17)No jockey listedOutsider with little hope

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Amore Veloce

Barrier 19 · 121kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER29:6-5

Trainer:Robert Heathcote

Amore Veloce has a modest record and an extremely wide barrier, making this a near-impossible task. With no jockey listed, it's hard to see this horse featuring in the finish.

Modest career recordExtremely wide barrier (19)No jockey listedFaces insurmountable task

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