Cranbourne
GFA Donate, Auction, Raffle Maiden Plate
This horse is clearly the standout based on its consistent form string of multiple placings in similar company. With a 54% place rate and significant prizemoney, it's overdue for a maiden win and gets a good barrier with a capable jockey.
Hertz Clayton Handicap
This mare boasts an impressive 40% win rate and 60% place rate from only 5 starts, including two recent wins. Despite a slight class rise, her progressive form and inside barrier make her the top pick.
Hertz Dandenong Maiden Plate
This horse boasts the best recent form with a 2nd last start and a 3rd two starts prior, showing genuine improvement. With the highest prizemoney and a good barrier, it's the most likely winner in this weak maiden field.
Hertz Frankston Maiden Plate
This Maher-trained runner has shown consistent improvement, culminating in a strong second last start. With Jake Noonan aboard and drawing barrier 1, it's perfectly positioned to break its maiden.
Hertz Mitcham 3YO Maiden Plate
Despite a wide barrier, this debutant from the Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young stable with Jett Stanley aboard is likely to be well-regarded. The stable has a strong record with first-starters, making it the top pick in this maiden field.
Ladbrokes Racing Extras in Multi Handicap
Despite a last start unplaced run, this horse boasts the highest win percentage in the field at 35% and significant career earnings, indicating class. The inside barrier and a 1200m distance suit, making it a strong contender for the win.
Hertz Cranbourne Handicap
Boasts excellent recent form (6321) including a last start win, indicating a horse in peak condition. With a high place percentage (75%) and the coveted inside barrier 1, this horse is a strong contender for the win.
Hertz South Yarra Handicap
Nerola boasts an impressive 43% win rate from limited starts and has a strong recent form string including two wins. Drawing well in barrier 3 with a claiming apprentice for a top stable makes her a top contender in this field.