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Singapore racing best bets, race analysis looking at the full Singapore card Saturday, 6th April with selections & information on all the contenders.
RACE 1
OUR SECRET WEAPON – Didn't jump all that cleanly last start and sat off the hot early speed. Just grinded away to the line but if he finds the front here without any trouble then he will look a big danger with Seow in the saddle from barrier two.
PACIFIC ANGEL – Three of her four career wins have come at this course and distance. Her last three outings in this grade have been promising and a win wouldn't shock.
GRAND SUPREME – Has been finding it hard to win since ticking the maiden tag in August last year over this trip. Should appreciate the sharp drop-in class. Expect betting support.
MISTER DYNAMO – Proven galloper in this grade who can bounce back at any time. Form isn't exactly his best but if he can find some of his earlier form a win is very possible with the apprentice claim.
RACE 2
BLACKBUCK – Three top three placings from his last four starts shows that maiden tag won't be around for much longer. Expect him to set the pace from barrier one and grind out the finish.
LUCKY GOAL – Comes from our leading stable and the team is flying. He has had two trials since his last start back in February winning one of those heats in 60.34. Expect support with blinkers applied.
FLYING SUCCESS – Settled back last start and hit the line strongly to finish fourth beaten six lengths. Should be thereabouts in the running and will give a good sight.
BIG MAX – Sat on the speed and looked a danger a long way out until the favorite kicked into gear and was too strong. Back on the Polytrack is the big question with most of his best runs being on turf.
RACE 3
SACRED BUDDY – Lightly raced four-year-old who has finished two lengths behind Lim's Saltoro recently. If you go off his win and Novice form, he should be too good for these.
SALAMENCE – Hasn't tasted success for well over a year when last spotted in this class. Age could be catching up and following the market support could be the right play.
KICK – Has placed six time from seventeen starts and connections will be hoping the drop back to class five will turn those minors into a win. One of five top rated runners in this field.
CITY GOLD TELECOM – Caught the eye coming from well back to finish fifth behind Sun Rectitude at the start of March. Can be adaptable in his positioning early and expecting support.
RACE 4
PACIFIC VAMPIRE – Former Australian trained galloper who has multiple wins to his name in Queensland. Turned plenty of heads when winning a trial in 58.48 which is one of the quicker times we have seen for a while.
SANTINO – Returned after a long injury layoff with a come from behind win first up in class five. The time he clocked shows he is ready to step up in this grade.
ATLANTE LEGEND – Ran a strong third behind War Star over a slightly further trip last start. Form is positive and three of his six wins have come at this course and distance.
SURREY HILLS – Spotted at the races six times this season for one win and three minor placings. Jumped and led last start but failed to see out the trip. Needs things to go his way.
RACE 5
KING'S GAMBIT – He's last two performances have been impressive, he made up plenty of ground in a slowly ran race last time out. He will look to run on and continues to see out 1600m. Should be fit enough and will be supported in betting.
CONTARELLI – Had a much-improved run last time out behind Roda Robot. He has taken a little bit of time to mature as a 4yo and can measure up here. Competitive against a few of these. Outside barrier.
JUNE – He's main target could be the Singapore Guineas and has an impressive record (6-1-0-2) so far. He broke the class record last start in restricted maiden grade. Had a recent trial which was encouraging and is looking for the mile.
LIM'S SMYTHE – Gets the services of the in form Bruno Queiroz from barrier (8). Won a decent Open Maiden two starts ago before being beaten four lengths to the talented Bakeel. Give some respect.
RACE 6
FAST AND FEARLESS – One of the better gallopers with a good record that reads six wins and twenty minor placings. Had his chance last start but winner too strong. Gets another chance here with Jaden Lloyd in the saddle.
DIAMOND RING – Sat off the speed from a good draw last start and stuck it out well to be beaten 1.3 lengths. Has been thriving in this grade and five top three finishes from his most recent starts.
CHARISMATIC – Has only been seen at this distance once in her career but her record isn't too bad. If she can find the front from the draw, she could give them all something to chase.
BIZAR WINS – Sits at the bottom of the ratings and is a four-time winner with all four recorded at this grade. Should have finished closer than he did at his most recent outing.
RACE 7
HURRICANE – Drops down to class 4 and has okay form in this grade. Does his best racing on the turf and relishes the 1200m. Should be competitive from barrier four and finds a weaker field. Watch betting.
JIN SAKAMOTO – Forget his last run on the Poly track, now getting back onto the turf over 1200m and has been ultra consistent. Should be pushing forward from the gate and should be respected.
STRONG N SMART – He has great form on the Poly track and was narrowly beaten last time out by Colonel Son. Can around the mark here and put in a nice second the first time he went on the turf track.
FILIAL DRAGON – A horse that continues to knock on the door. His last performance behind Mt Niseko was okay and boxed on down the straight. Will need to lift his form but can go close. Great draw.
RACE 8
ILLUSTRIOUS – Competitive in this grade and improved two starts back in class 2. Didn't measure up in Kranji Stakes A grade but should get a lot of benefits coming into this race. Won a recent trial in good time and enjoys the Poly track. Nunes is aboard.
GRAND AVANTE – Goes well in class 3 and won well last start when dropping down in grade. Will need to bring his form back from late last year to get close here but should get a good run. Okay.
SO HI CLASS – Has been racing in high class races for a while and now faces weaker opposition. Okay stats on the Poly surface and finally draws a suitable barrier. Will get a soft run.
ALWAYS TOGETHER – Racing well in class 4 and now steps up to class 3. Does his best racing on the Poly and could measure up. He will be up on speed. Lerner sticks aboard.
RACE 9
ACE OF DIAMONDS – Recently finished second behind the in-form Makin, had some excuses there and will be the main danger in this with the in-form jockey Queiroz. Continues to hold his form and won a trial on the 26th in good time (60.46). Solid chance.
GREATHAM BOY – Bounced back last start to win in class 4 over 1200m and brings good form into this race. Should be near the pace and should be very competitive with Daniel Moor flying in to ride a horse he has had success on last year. Won a recent trial in blistering speed (59.03). Steps up to 1200m and will be a key player. Great draw.
LAST SUPPER – Ran a strong race when fresh last start and was narrowly beaten by Wins One who has been competitive with another promising 3yo in Lim's Bighorn. Goes up to 1200m and Curatolo takes the ride from barrier six.
BAKEEL – Now steps up to a group race but can figure here. Won brilliantly in novice grade last start when sitting up on speed. Will need a couple of favors and in still fresh but the stable is in red-hot form. Must be respected.
RACE 10
BRANSOM – Coming down in class and wasn't beaten far in class 3. He has been racing on the Poly track of late and should run on strongly. Doesn't find a strong field and has great form in class 4. Main player.
PACIFIC CHARM – A dangerous front runner with a big heart and can upset. He has one racing pattern and will be hard to run down. Progressed through the grades nicely and goes well on the Poly track. Perfect barrier.
LIM'S DREAMWALKER – Flew home last start on the turf behind Eruption and should be running home late in this. Doesn't have the best record of the turf but won't be too far away. Watch betting. Draws an inside gate.
PACIFIC PADRINO – First time stepping out here in Singapore and had an encouraging trial in good time. The Lerner and Meagher combination are in great form. Can surprise.
