Shortest win price
Tickelova (11)
1.55
Welcome to Muswellbrook for the running of The Chop Shop Butchery Mdn Plate over the 1000m dash on a Heavy 8 surface with fine weather overhead. The local punters have been busy sizing up this 4UP maiden contest, and the win market order has Tickelova leading the charge at the head of affairs. Right behind the favourite in the early betting discussions are Sasqua and Kahina, with Toke and God's Winter Rose rounding out the next bracket of runners as we get ready for action.
Taking a closer look at the form lines for those shorter in the market, Tickelova comes in with a tidy profile having run a bold second at Newcastle over 900m before being kept fresh for this assignment. Drawn ideally in barrier two, the Kris Lees-trained runner maps to race on the pace and has every chance to go one better here. Meanwhile, Sasqua returns from a 28-week spell for trainer Jake Hull, bringing honest prior form and a recent Hawkesbury trial placing, while Ben Looker takes the reins. Kahina represents the T S Howlett yard and comes here off some handy trials including a Scone victory, with Liam Riordan sticking for the debut assignment.
Deeper down the speed maps and race book, we find a stack of first-starters joining the fray alongside some seasoned campaigners looking to break through. Clarry's Run and God's Winter Rose add intrigue on debut, while runners like Toke and Dream A Little have plenty of miles on the clock and will be hoping the heavy ground sorts out the stayers from the sprinters. It is shaping up as a fascinating puzzle for punters looking to unravel the yarn.
Shortest win price
Tickelova (11)
1.55
Back left · leaders right
Backmarker
Midfield
Offpace
Firststart
Onpace
Leader
Clarry's Run · Negative
Still Learning
No race experience
Sasqua · Positive
Rider SR
Jockey recent POT is 23% better than Career Avg.
Toke · Negative
Jockey Booking
Less suitable jockey engaged
God's Winter Rose · Positive
Rider SR
Jockey recent POT is 25% better than Career Avg.
Rating · IRD
78
Speed map
Firststart
Still Learning
Negative
No race experience
AAP
Trials (2:0-1-1). Has trialled well enough and trained here but wide gate makes for a tough challenge. Look to market for a further guide.
ILB
Initial appearance 4yo by Saxon Warrior for Todd Howlett. Placed in all barrier trials. Watch early betting.
RP
Already gelded; first start under rules for this four-year-old; has to be taken seriously with signs of encouragement in profile.
RSIS
Initial race appearance 4yo by Saxon Warrior for trainer Todd Howlett. Fitter for placing in multiple trials.
Career
3: 0-0-1
Rating · IRD
100
Speed map
Leader
First-up
1: 0-0-1
Second-up
1: 0-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Port Macquarie
1: 0-0-1
Track Grafton
1: 0-0-0
Track Newcastle
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1206m
1: 0-0-1
Distance 1250m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1400m
1: 0-0-0
Going Good
3: 0-0-1
Rider SR
Positive
Jockey recent POT is 23% better than Career Avg.
Jockey Booking
Positive
Ben Looker 32% above market expected in L100 Rides
Hot J/T Combo
Positive
Combo are out performing market expectations by 48%
Key Jockey
Positive
Ben Looker winning at 14% POT in last 100 rides
Maps Well
Positive
Map Position suited at this track, out performing market expectations by 12%
Fast Early
Positive
Sectionals suggest goes hard early
Improver
Positive
Poised to improve on recent form here
1st Up
Negative
May need this run
AAP
Returns for second campaign (28-weeks). Three runs to date were honest. Placed at Port Macquarie on debut last campaign whilst has looked forward enough in latest trials. Looking for more from this gelding this time in. Consider.
ILB
First up from a break of 28 weeks and did well when 3rd first up last preparation at Port Macquarie. Displays good tactical speed. Dropping in distance. Major chance.
RP
Without a win in three attempts although has finished third; not disgraced when fourth at Grafton over 7f (maiden) in April; returning from a layoff here.
RSIS
Resuming and placed 3rd resuming last preparation at Port Macquarie. Has early pace and positions nicely. Jockey Ben Looker and trainer Jake Hull form a proven partnership. Will be competitive.
Career
12: 0-1-3
Rating · IRD
79
Speed map
Offpace
First-up
2: 0-0-0
Second-up
1: 0-0-1
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Fourth-up
1: 0-1-0
Track Port Macquarie
1: 0-0-1
Track Tamworth
3: 0-1-0
Track Muswellbrook
5: 0-0-0
Distance 1100m
1: 0-0-1
Distance 1200m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 1262m
1: 0-0-1
Going Good
2: 0-1-0
Going Heavy
4: 0-0-2
Going Soft
6: 0-0-1
Jockey Booking
Negative
Less suitable jockey engaged
Maps Well
Positive
Map Position suited at this track, out performing market expectations by 10%
Ran On Hard LS
Positive
Ran on well last start
Back in Dist
Negative
Dropping back to a less suitable distance range
Track Stats
Negative
Tends to struggle at this track
Resuming
Negative
Poor strike rate when first up
Well Placed
Positive
Drops back to a suitable class
AAP
Resuming (18-weeks). Stats ordinary this track and trip and expect will need this.
ILB
Resuming after a break. Odds of $13.00 and ran past a few when 5th last start at Tamworth but will be down in distance. Anna Weatherlake provides some weight relief. Appears tested.
RP
Not beaten too far (2l) at Tamworth over 7f (maiden) four months ago; has kicked on in his last couple of races but winless with run of consecutive defeats standing at 12; returns from an absence here; this looks a fair heat so only limited appeal.
RSIS
Fresh from a break. At 12/1 inched into 5th last time at Tamworth but dropping in distance. Large claim helps.
Rating · IRD
20
AAP
Trials (2:1-0-1). It's all systems go now for this entire after latest trial win on a soft 5 at Scone. Well worth a look.
ILB
First start at the races 4yo by Ringerdingding for trainer Brett Cavanough & Georgie Cavanough. Market as guide.
RSIS
First time at the races 4yo by Ringerdingding for Brett Cavanough & Georgie Cavanough.
Rating · IRD
20
Speed map
Leader
Trainer Recent
Negative
Camp struggling with S/R just 6%
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -49% POT in their L100 Races
Trainer A2E
Negative
Stable currently underperforming market expectation by 32%
Maps Well
Positive
Map Position suited at this track, out performing market expectations by 12%
Fast Early
Positive
Sectionals suggest goes hard early
Ran On Hard LS
Positive
Ran on well last start
Dist S/R
Negative
Poor performer at the distance
Fitness
Positive
At peak fitness backing up
AAP
Sparingly raced 5-year-old. Chased in a good effort at Newcastle off long spell. Strips in better shape. High on the shortlist.
ILB
Racing on a quick back up. Competitive effort when 2nd last time at Newcastle. Has run into the money at every start this campaign.
RP
Has displayed improved form on last two starts but still winless and defeats stacking up (11 on the bounce); displayed a fair level of form when 4l runner-up over 4½f at Newcastle (maiden) on Saturday; makes limited appeal as not in the habit of winning recently.
RSIS
Backing up quickly. Competitive effort when 2nd last run at Newcastle. Been in the money 2 from 2 attempts of late.
Career
6: 0-2-0
Rating · IRD
20
Speed map
Offpace
First-up
1: 0-0-0
Second-up
1: 0-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-1-0
Fourth-up
1: 0-1-0
Track Muswellbrook
1: 0-1-0
Track CurrentTrack
1: 0-1-0
Track Newcastle
4: 0-0-0
Distance 1150m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1210m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 900m
3: 0-0-0
Going Good
2: 0-1-0
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-0
Going Soft
3: 0-1-0
Trainer Form
Positive
In form stable, out performing market expectations 31%
Trainer ROI
Positive
Runners from this stable currently going at 14% POT in L100 Runners
Drawn Poorly
Negative
Unfavourable barrier draw
Track Exp
Positive
Knows this track well
Fresh
Positive
Freshened up. Had a break of 42-60 days
Well Placed
Positive
Drops back to a suitable class
AAP
Let-up (45-days). Weakened in run home at Newcastle. Has a tricky draw. Only for exotics.
ILB
Back from a freshen up. Odds of $7.50 and didn't threaten when 6th last run at Newcastle.
RP
Out of the frame (beaten 3½l in sixth) over 4½f at Newcastle (maiden) 45 days ago; without a win in six attempts although has finished second but form is hit and miss; this is competitive and makes little appeal.
RSIS
Let up. Started at 13/2 and looked outclassed when 6th last time at Newcastle.
Rating · IRD
77
Speed map
Firststart
Rider SR
Positive
Jockey recent POT is 25% better than Career Avg.
Trainer Recent
Negative
Camp struggling with S/R just 2%
Jockey Booking
Positive
Andrew Gibbons 32% above market expected in L100 Rides
Trainer A2E
Negative
Stable currently underperforming market expectation by 69%
Trainer Form
Negative
Stable out of form, losing 74% Profit on Turnover
Watch Betting
Negative
If supported, follow in
AAP
Trials (1:0-0-1). Dam unraced. Solid performance when placed in only Beaumont trial. However, stern debut test awaits and would need market confidence.
ILB
5yo first starter by Danerich for trainer Damien Smith. Interesting to see the tongue tie go on for the first time. Betting as a guide.
RP
Related to Holly's Star (winner from 1m2f up to 1m4f); this daughter of Danerich is running for the first time; capable of making an impact as some good aspects to her profile.
RSIS
Career debut 5yo by Danerich for Damien Smith. Interesting gear change of tongue strap on first time. Placed 3rd in a trial at Beaumont Newcastle on Oct 12th.
Rating · IRD
80
Speed map
Firststart
Market Watch
Negative
Keep eye on betting moves
AAP
Trials (4:1-0-2). Dam won twice and has produced Muswellbrook mdn winner Canada Bay. Was an earlier trial winner on the Scone track. Liam Riordan sticks for debut. Betting may provide a clearer picture.
ILB
Todd Howlett 4yo by Tassort having first race start. Success in a barrier trial at Scone on Mar 11th. Keep your eye on the market.
RP
This daughter of Tassort is having her first start under rules; holds leading claims with signs of encouragement in profile.
RSIS
4yo first starter by Tassort for Todd Howlett. Won a trial at Scone on Mar 11th.
Rating · IRD
75
Speed map
Firststart
Jockey Booking
Negative
Liberty Smyth current POT is 34% below Career Avg.
Jockey Booking
Negative
Less suitable jockey engaged
Rider Poor SR
Negative
Jockey underperforming market expectations by 33% in L100 rides
Draw Suits
Positive
Well drawn inside
1st Up
Negative
May need this run
Watch Betting
Negative
If supported, follow in
AAP
Trials (1:0-0-0). Dam a maiden winner. Will clearly need to improve on lone trial offering at Scone. Nice gate. Prefer to see at this point.
ILB
Carlos Antonio trained 4yo by Admire Mars having first start and has drawn to do little work. Finished 6th in a trial at Scone on July 1st. Respect the betting.
RP
First rules outing for this four-year-old daughter of Admire Mars; a likely player as some good aspects to her profile.
RSIS
4yo debutant sired by Admire Mars for trainer Carlos Antonio and drawn well. Finished 6th in a trial at Scone on July 1st.
Rating · IRD
20
Speed map
Firststart
On Debut
Positive
First race start
Blinkers On
Positive
Trainer has opted for the Blinkers on, take note
AAP
Trials (2:0-0-1). $20k purchase. Out of a half-sister to G3 winner Rosa's Spur. Unplaced latest trial but her earlier trial work was fair. Can make an immediate impact.
ILB
4yo first starter sired by Merchant Navy for David Pfieffer. Betting is the best guide.
RSIS
David Pfieffer 4yo by Merchant Navy having first race start.
Career
2: 0-1-0
Rating · IRD
88
Speed map
Onpace
First-up
2: 0-1-0
Track Scone
1: 0-0-0
Track Newcastle
1: 0-1-0
Distance 900m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 1100m
1: 0-0-0
Going Good
2: 0-1-0
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -34% POT in their L100 Races
Drawn In
Positive
Suited drawn down low
Well Placed
Positive
Drops back to a suitable class
AAP
Kept fresh since resuming. Pressed on early and stuck on well at Newcastle. Drawn to get a soft run. Top chance to go one better.
ILB
Was competitive when 2nd last start at Newcastle and gets a favourable gate. Likely to be well placed early. Jockey Christian Reith is a strong choice aboard. Strong claims.
RP
Cracking effort in defeat when close runner-up at Newcastle last month in a handicap.
RSIS
Nice run when 2nd last start at Newcastle and will try to take advantage of the stall. Has shown early pace in races to date. Christian Reith is a bonus. Good potential.
Career
8: 0-3-0
Rating · IRD
20
Speed map
Leader
First-up
4: 0-0-0
Second-up
1: 0-1-0
Third-up
1: 0-1-0
Fourth-up
1: 0-1-0
Track Gunnedah
1: 0-1-0
Track Tamworth
1: 0-0-0
Track Wellington
2: 0-1-0
Distance 900m
3: 0-1-0
Distance 1000m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 1100m
1: 0-0-0
Going Good
7: 0-3-0
Going Soft
1: 0-0-0
Trainer Recent
Negative
Camp struggling with S/R just 5%
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -55% POT in their L100 Races
Trainer Recent
Negative
Stable runners are currently underperforming market by 48%
Maps Well
Positive
Map Position suited at this track, out performing market expectations by 10%
Early Splits
Positive
Has early speed. An advantage on this circuit
Resuming
Negative
Poor strike rate when first up
Well Placed
Positive
Drops back to a suitable class
AAP
Resuming (29-weeks). Went close in Maiden company at Wellington first-up last campaign. Leads, handy. Can make her presence felt fresh in this line-up.
ILB
Racing fresh after a break of 29 weeks. Started at $6.50 and finished 5th last run at Wellington.
RP
Winless with run of consecutive defeats standing at eight; far from disgraced (beaten 1½l) over 4½f at Wellington (handicap) in April; returns from a layoff; this line-up contains some strong opposition so others more appealing.
RSIS
Back after break of 29 weeks. Started at 11/2 and finished 5th last run at Wellington.
Career
10: 0-2-1
Rating · IRD
76
Speed map
Backmarker
First-up
3: 0-0-1
Second-up
2: 0-2-0
Third-up
2: 0-0-0
Track Tuncurry
1: 0-0-0
Track Muswellbrook
1: 0-0-0
Track CurrentTrack
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1000m
6: 0-2-0
Distance 1008m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 900m
3: 0-0-1
Going Good
4: 0-2-0
Going Soft
6: 0-0-1
Trainer Career
Negative
Trainer Career S/R is 5%
Jockey Booking
Negative
Less suitable jockey engaged
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -100% POT in their L100 Races
Trainer A2E
Negative
Stable currently underperforming market expectation by 29%
Needs To Imp
Negative
Finished towards the tail last start
Dist S/R
Negative
Poor performer at the distance
Well Placed
Positive
Drops back to a suitable class
AAP
Never a threat after showing no early speed from the barriers at Newcastle. Others with greater appeal.
ILB
Odds of $71.00 and performed below standard when 7th last time at Newcastle. Interesting gear change of ear muffs on first time. Yet to break maiden status after 10 runs. Needs to find a lot more.
RP
Finished behind Doralee at Newcastle over 4½f (maiden) when beaten 6l last month; proving a little expensive to follow.
RSIS
Started 70/1 and mediocre display when 7th last run at Newcastle. Interesting to see the hood go on for the first time. Yet to break through after 10 starts.
Rating · IRD
20
Up In Weight
Negative
Goes up 4kg weight here
AAP
Led them up but melted under pressure at Beaumont over longer assignment. Leads, handy. Coming back in distance. Keener on others.
ILB
Backing up quickly. Started at $20.00 and was found wanting late when 5th last start at Newcastle but will be facing a significant drop in distance.
RSIS
Backing up quickly for this race. Started 19/1 and got tired late when 5th last start at Newcastle but dropping back to a shorter trip.
Career
1: 0-0-1
Rating · IRD
94
Speed map
Firststart
First-up
1: 0-0-1
Track Wauchope
1: 0-0-1
Distance 1000m
1: 0-0-1
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-1
Trainer Career
Negative
Trainer Career S/R is 2%
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -100% POT in their L100 Races
Trainer Recent
Negative
Stable runners are currently underperforming market by 69%
Trainer ROI
Negative
Trainers runners currently losing 74% Profit on Turnover
Raceday Experience
Positive
Wiser for debut run
Blinkers On
Positive
Trainer has opted for the Blinkers on, take note
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company
AAP
Wasn't all that far from the action on debut at Wauchope. Strikes a harder race.
ILB
Finished 3rd last time at Wauchope and having second career run. Blinkers go on for the first time. Has a good chance.
RP
Solid debut run over this distance at Wauchope at 9-2 last month; should be better for that run.
RSIS
Tidy effort when 3rd last time at Wauchope and fitter for debut run. Blinkers go on for the first time. Must be considered here.
Career
4: 0-0-1
Rating · IRD
20
Speed map
Backmarker
First-up
2: 0-0-1
Second-up
1: 0-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Muswellbrook
1: 0-0-0
Track CurrentTrack
1: 0-0-0
Track Taree
2: 0-0-1
Distance 1280m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1313m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1000m
2: 0-0-1
Going Good
1: 0-0-0
Going Soft
3: 0-0-1
Trainer Recent
Negative
Camp struggling with S/R just 5%
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -36% POT in their L100 Races
Trainer Recent
Negative
Stable runners are currently underperforming market by 29%
Back in Dist
Negative
Dropping back to a less suitable distance range
AAP
Freshened. Form spaced and boasts just a 3rd from a handful of runs. Failed to threaten this track at cricket score odds. Leaning towards others here.
ILB
Folded up in the straight when 6th last time at the track and coming back in distance.
RP
No impression when sixth of nine in a handicap last month; four-race maiden though does have a third place to her name.
RSIS
Faded to finish 6th last time around here and will be dropping in distance.
Career
7: 0-0-1
Rating · IRD
70
Speed map
Leader
First-up
1: 0-0-0
Second-up
1: 0-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Fourth-up
1: 0-0-1
Track Quirindi
1: 0-0-0
Track Newcastle
1: 0-0-0
Track Gunnedah
2: 0-0-1
Distance 1000m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1200m
2: 0-0-0
Distance 1280m
1: 0-0-0
Going Good
4: 0-0-1
Going Heavy
2: 0-0-0
Going Soft
1: 0-0-0
Trainer Recent
Negative
Camp struggling with S/R just 4%
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -100% POT in their L100 Races
Trainer Recent
Negative
Stable runners are currently underperforming market by 37%
Fast Early
Positive
Sectionals suggest goes hard early
Gave ground LS
Negative
Faded towards the finish last time out
Dist Drop
Negative
Distance decrease from last start
1st Up
Negative
May need this run
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company
AAP
Kicks off second campaign (25-weeks). Lone placing was at Gunnedah. Hard to warm to here.
ILB
Resuming after a spell. At $71.00 lost ground in the run home when 10th last run at Tuncurry and down in trip. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Struggle to recommend.
RP
Not yet off the mark in seven attempts although has finished third; finished tenth of 12 at Tuncurry over 1m (maiden) six months ago; layoff to overcome.
RSIS
Back from a break. Started at 70/1 and weakened under pressure when 10th last time at Tuncurry and back to a shorter trip. Has plenty of early pace.
Career
2: 0-0-0
Rating · IRD
92
Speed map
Midfield
First-up
2: 0-0-0
Track Gosford
1: 0-0-0
Track Canberra
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1000m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1080m
1: 0-0-0
Going Good
2: 0-0-0
Trainer SR
Negative
Nikki Pollock striking at just 8%
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -100% POT in their L100 Races
Trainer A2E
Negative
Stable currently underperforming market expectation by 27%
Early Splits
Positive
Has early speed. An advantage on this circuit
Resuming
Negative
Poor strike rate when first up
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company
AAP
Resuming (23-weeks). Ex G Ryan & S Alexiou in NSW. Two runs to date have been lacklustre but will have matured further and primed with a Tamworth trial win. Watch betting.
ILB
First run back from a break. Was $4.00 and couldn't stay in touch when 9th last start at Canberra. Can make a comeback. First appearance for a new trainer. One of the punters top hopes.
RP
Finished ninth, beaten a fair way at Canberra Acton in May in a handicap; returns from a break today; first run for stable.
RSIS
Fresh after a break. Was 3/1 and folded up in the straight when 9th last start at Canberra. Expecting improvement. Racing for a new trainer. Has strong claims.