AU - Northam - Race 2

Thoroughbred

9 Runners

5.5f

Maiden

Turf

GOOD 4

17.3K

VIEW

Verdict

FIREARM (2) missed by a neck at this track when he began only fairly first-up this campaign, being hampered passing the 1 ¾f and still finished strongly. CJP replaces the apprentice hoop today and he's open to plenty of improvement. Looks poised to go one better. FAMED GIRL (9) has no race experience, but her latest Lark Hill trial was a close second and the Pike booking are good pushes for her chances. She should get every chance3 off the inside draw and she comes from solid bloodlines. Can make an immediate impact. CHANDRA (7) was solid on debut at this venue, closing strongly to run second at generous odds. Better for that experience and can fire a shot. GENERAL NAPOLEON (3) improved sharply second-up when runner-up Belmont Maiden, though he was unwanted in betting. Has to be respected in this suitable race. SOVEREIGN ROCK (1) can improve coming back to this trip and with the drop in weight.

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Horse Stats

#/Silk	Horse#/Horse	Power Rating	High Speed	Win %	Top 3%	Win Prob
2	Came up just short when second at this track, beaten a neck after beginning only fairly and being hampered passing the 1 ¾f, then charging late. His previous run in the Listed Perth Stakes at Ascot was better than seventh reads, beaten just over three lengths after knuckling at the start and racing keenly. Impressive from the back on resumption and he can go one better with that run under his belt. 1st Pick 2 Firearm Jockey: Clint Johnston-Porter Trainer: Trevor Andrews J: Clint Johnston-Porter T: Trevor Andrews	225	-	-	-	34%
Analysis Came up just short when second at this track, beaten a neck after beginning only fairly and being hampered passing the 1 ¾f, then charging late. His previous run in the Listed Perth Stakes at Ascot was better than seventh reads, beaten just over three lengths after knuckling at the start and racing keenly. Impressive from the back on resumption and he can go one better with that run under his belt.
9	Makes her debut with a profile that demands respect, headed by a close second in her latest 4 ¾f Lark Hill trial. William Pike takes the ride from barrier one, and Michael Grantham's supplied debut record is strong at six wins from 25 starters. The trainer-sire combination also reads well, while half-brother Just Famous has won five races. Comes from a handy family and her trials coming in suggests he can fire right away. 2nd Pick 9 Famed Girl Jockey: William Pike Trainer: Michael Grantham J: William Pike T: Michael Grantham	141	-	-	-	46%
Analysis Makes her debut with a profile that demands respect, headed by a close second in her latest 4 ¾f Lark Hill trial. William Pike takes the ride from barrier one, and Michael Grantham's supplied debut record is strong at six wins from 25 starters. The trainer-sire combination also reads well, while half-brother Just Famous has won five races. Comes from a handy family and her trials coming in suggests he can fire right away.
7	Made a promising start when second at this track in a 3yo+ Maiden, beaten just over a length by Reginetta after jumping fairly and finishing strongly. She was at generous odds there, so the performance carried more substance than the market expected. Looks better suited by the rise in trip and with a favourable set up in this, she can put her best foot forward. 3rd Pick 7 Chandra Jockey: Chris Parnham Trainer: Luke Fernie J: Chris Parnham T: Luke Fernie	123	-	-	-	12%
Analysis Made a promising start when second at this track in a 3yo+ Maiden, beaten just over a length by Reginetta after jumping fairly and finishing strongly. She was at generous odds there, so the performance carried more substance than the market expected. Looks better suited by the rise in trip and with a favourable set up in this, she can put her best foot forward.

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