Get ready for some racing action around Australia on Thursday as we look at the top 2 meetings. We have you covered with 3 exacta bets lined up at Bendigo and Hawkesbury.
Exacta - Bendigo - R6
1st: 12, 11, 15, 1
2nd: 12, 11, 15, 1
Ezeiza: Ezeiza is first-up on Thursday. Has a positive first-up record in its career. Last start, Ezeiza was 6th of 7 at Sandown-Hillside on March 20 over 1000m on a soft track, 6.6 lengths behind Atlantic Spirit (58.5kg) with 57kg at $3.50. But it should improve here. Likes running first-up.
Enuffon: In his last race on June 28 at Warracknabeal, he surged to the front, winning by 1.3 lengths. He carried 57.5kg and managed to beat Dougie's Dream (57.5kg), which was quite impressive, especially at $4.60 odds. So, it's definitely in top form right now. Very good career record in second-up situations.
Mantua: Resuming on Thursday. Previously, it finished 9th of 9 at Sandown-Hillside in a BM64 on May 8, 2024 over 1000m, 7.4 lengths behind Oak Hill (59.5kg).
Bifrost: On June 10 at Mornington in a BM70 over 1000m, Bifrost started slow and finished 6th out of 12, while carrying 58.5kg at $10.00 odds.
Exacta - Hawkesbury - R5
1st: 9, 3, 12, 4
2nd: 9, 3, 12, 4
Fakhra: He's shown he has the ability to be a serious contender and with a bit more luck and a better trip, he’s got a real shot at taking this one. In good form at the moment, so hopefully that continues.
Ceremonious: Previously, it finished 5th of 8 at Rosehill in a Barrier Trial-Class 1 on June 21, 2024 over 1030m, 5.7 lengths behind Prosperous Dragon.
Webejamin: In good form and has strong claims to win on Thursday. Last start was a good one, placing 2nd in a Mdn at Hawkesbury over 1300m. In good form at the moment, so hopefully that continues.
Mega Fight: Last time out at Hawkesbury, Mega Fight was right up there with the leaders and put in a solid effort. He showed great speed and battled on fairly well. This time, I think he's got a more favourable draw, which should give him a better shot. With that advantage, he's definitely among the dangers and one to watch closely. In his last start, Mega Fight was 56kg and ended up finishing 2nd, behind Another Fortune (55kg) over 1500m after being right in the thick of things around the corner. Racing well at the moment, so I like its chances.
Exacta - Hawkesbury - R7
1st: 6, 5, 9, 2
2nd: 6, 5, 9, 2
Setombe: Her last race saw her finish 7th of 9 at Warwick Farm in a BM72 over 1300m, 4 lengths behind Miss Tarzy carrying 56kg at $11. However, I think Setombe can do a better job here from barrier 11. Likes running first-up.
Nightingale: Last start, beat Humming at Warwick Farm over 817m at the starting price of . That was a good win and I like Nightingale on Thursday too, especially with Zac Lloyd on board from barrier 10. Doesnt mind running third-up, good record thus far.
Koby Girl: In good form and has strong claims to win on Thursday. Last start was a good one, placing 2nd in a Barrier Trial-Open at Randwick over 1050m. Previous success running first-up in it's career and should enjoy the racing conditions at Hawkesbury.
Royal Invader: Previously, it finished 8th of 14 at Warwick Farm in a BM72 on June 26, 2024 over 1100m, 2.6 lengths behind One Destiny (54.5kg). Has had success when running second-up, so I like its chances on Thursday.
