The Vaal Thursday

Bob Brogan wrote: anyone worried that Shotgun Rider is dropping in trip after appearing to need further?

I just think he has taken on so much better in his last 2 or 3 runs. Especially the MdK horse and Unagi has won again. The form is strong and i reckon must be a banker in everything and a bet on the nose for me.

PeeKay wrote:

Bob Brogan wrote: anyone worried that Shotgun Rider is dropping in trip after appearing to need further?

I just think he has taken on so much better in his last 2 or 3 runs. Especially the MdK horse and Unagi has won again. The form is strong and i reckon must be a banker in everything and a bet on the nose for me.

True I thought the same with Grey Light also but the trip was no prob for her

@ Bob... lol

Been journeying so not a good look but...
R5 Trip To Paradise has done me proud a couple of times of late and with the trainer saying all is well I think should go in again.
R6 Lakahal is a speedy sort and potentially has a good draw today, drop in trip should be no issue and expect Fortune to push her home. (Angie Bee nibbled)

R8 Lucky Luciano could make it a lucky last, Mendoza's Melody the danger.

Be(s)t of luck to all

R1 having an e/w nutter on Generoso, don't think much of the field and hoping the up in distance brings improvement.

4 Maiden races and 4 lowly handicaps down the Vaal straight - maybe there's a wall somewhere with paint drying that I can watch :huh:

Lots of favorites priced up much too short imo....

R1: Princess Violet the value in a very weak maiden fillies - that being said the first timers needn't be too good to feature

R2: Worried about the fast going and the trip for the favorite - definitely no value at current odds - Muntu to make amends with Flying Fool the danger

R3: Are the games on again today - would not be surprised to see the money coming for Fortunes' mount

R4: Refuge very short - obviously has the best credentials but 5/10 :ohmy: Hard Ball should improve on his debut for a stable and jock that are both in good form...

R5: Trip to Paradise in a roll - but the draw and his style of running means it won't be a walk in the park; Cannes looks some value at current odds

R6: Lakahal has a lot going for her; Celtic Lady's last run was probably not a true reflection of her ability and she should be right there if repeating her debut behind Wrecking Ball; I think both Pinot Var and Angie Bee offers some value

R7: Sao Paulo much too short in the betting imo - yes she may win, but Dangerous Dive and Polar Secret much easier to back - and it does not stop there

R8: Very open handicap to close; Kanonkop must be considered and Liz Noble should also be right there on current form; if not for the draw I'd give Mendoza's Melody a big chance and he could still run into the money if he can track over to the stand side; Dawn Assault also has some nice form and must have chance

Enjoy (if you can pull yourself away from that newly painted wall)

I see Wright had a ride for MDK , eish eish eish

Good win, well ridden, if it was PE we would be asking if it was a oner

Well done to the guys I never put off

Bob Brogan wrote: Good win, well ridden, if it was PE we would be asking if it was a oner

Well done to the guys I never put off

did you see fortune he could not have given his mount an easier ride!!!!

Good win, well ridden, if it was PE we would be asking if it was a oner

Well done to the guys I never put off

Seems tricky BUT. .

I have done the following yankee. .

Captains Girl
Trip to paradise.
Shiver and Shake
Lucky Luciano.

I got a ticket standing on Sau Paulo. So hoping for that.

Stipes should have a look at that ride from Fortune on Mexican Sun.

Not surprised with some late money on the tote for Linda Honey.