Wednesday Racing Tips - Canterbury Racecourse 28/08/2024

Matt Abrahams
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Matt Abrahams
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Wednesday Racing Tips
Canterbury Racecourse 28/08/2024

Canterbury R5 Schweppes (Bm72) 1900m

Selections:
#8 The Englishman - $3.30
#10 Luconi - $4.40
#2 Scalextrics - $10.00
#1 Go Troppo - $6.50

BEST BET - #8 - The Englishman
At Rosehill on August 17, The Englishman finished 7th out of 13, while carrying 54kg at $7.00 odds. Very good top 3 stats at the track. 

THE DANGER - #10 - Luconi 
In its last race, Luconi was 4th at Randwick-Kensington on August 14 over 1800m, just 2.7 lengths behind Socrates (56.5kg). This should be another race where I think it can potentially improve and get over the field. First-up form looks good. 

VALUE BET  - #2 - Scalextrics
Last time out at Canterbury, Scalextrics 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 it's got a more favourable draw, which should give it a better shot. With that advantage, this horse is definitely among the dangers and one to watch closely. In its last start, Scalextrics was 57kg and ended up finishing 2nd, behind Gracilistyla (60kg) over 1550m after being right in the thick of things around the corner. In winning form, don't look past it. 

Canterbury R6 Hyland Race Colours (Bm72) 1250m

Selections:
#3 Tavs - $4.20
#1 Flying Destiny - $3.30
#10 Vilnius - $8.00
#8 Mad Deel - $6.00

BEST BET - #3 - Tavs
In its latest run at Warwick Farm Barrier Trial-Open on August 12, it held his ground and snagged 4th place out of 9, not too bad. Should enjoy running first-up as has been the case in it's career. 

THE DANGER - #1 - Flying Destiny
With Hutchings on board last start, won at Canterbury (1250m). So hopefully that form continues into Wednesday's race. On Wednesday, Zac Wadick is in the saddle and knows how to win. Get on board. Racing well at the moment, so I like its chances. 

VALUE BET  - #10 - Vilnius
In the recent outing for Vilnius at Canterbury, he came in third, not far behind the leaders. Now that he's fitter, he's got a solid chance of finishing in the top three again, I think Tommy Berry knows how to handle Vilnius too. In good form at the moment, so hopefully that continues. 

Canterbury R7 James Squire (Bm72) 1550m

Selections:
#3 Noble Conqueror - $3.50
#9 High Dandy - $3.50
#6 Leica Storm - $12.00
#10 It's A Knockout - $3.80

BEST BET - #3 - Noble Conqueror
Its shown it has the ability to be a serious contender and with a bit more luck and a better trip, it’s got a real shot at taking this one. Racing well at the moment, so I like its chances. 

THE DANGER - #9 - High Dandy
Last time out, it had a perfect run and won, looking much fitter. This horse knows how to bring the heat and last time out at Hawkesbury, it showed us exactly what he's made of. With Tyler Schiller in the saddle, its a force to be reckoned with and could very well take the win again. In winning form, don't look past it. 

VALUE BET - #6 - Leica Storm
In its recent race at Scone, Leica Storm came in third, not too far behind 1st and 2nd. After that run, it should have a good chance of running a place in this race. Nash Rawiller is in good form and should be able to get a good run. Has looked good this prep and has enjoyed winning form fourth-up before. 

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Jockey Of The Day – Zac Lloyd

Zac Lloyd is my jockey to watch on Wednesday with 4 chances to win. 

Rx - Take Achance On Me - $9.00
Rx - Mawjood - $2.30
Rx - Mad Deel - $6.00
Rx - It's A Knockout - $3.80

Multi Tips For Canterbury

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Rx - #8 The Englishman - WIN $1.40
Rx - #3 Tavs - PLC $1.60
Rx - #3 Noble Conqueror - PLC $1.45

Total Odds = $3.25
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Exotic Tips For Canterbury

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Canterbury Racecourse Trifecta Tip (R3) 

1st: 2, 3, 5, 8 

2nd: 2, 3, 5, 8 

3rd: 2, 3, 5, 8 

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