Horse Racing Tips and Best Bets 18/02/25

By: Matt Abrahams
17/02/2025
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Find the best free horse racing tips and best bets for Tuesday's racing at Kyneton and Newcastle. Dantooine has caught my eye in Race 6 at Kyneton. Also, for my roughie bet, I've got my eye on Artifactx in Race 5 at Newcastle. Let's get into it!

Best Tip: Dantooine #5 Kyneton R6

Dantooine is rated as Tuesday’s best bet, with form and conditions in its favour. Fought bravely for second in the previous race, full of merit. Dantooine raced recently, placing 2nd in a 1550m event at Mt Gambier. Jockey Harry Grace guided the runner, carrying 57kg. Started at $3.60 odds. Has won from similar barriers before, so should be fine. In the saddle will be Beau Mertens on Tuesday. They are a skilled jockey that I have full confidence in. Trainer Tom Dabernig is confident that he can run well. Has handled heavier weights in the past and still performed well.

BookmakerOdds
$2.70
$2.70
QuestBet  logo$2.70

Best Roughie: Artifactx #2 Newcastle R5

Artifactx is flying under the radar but could surprise punters on Tuesday. Last race saw a determined third-place effort, staying in contention for the majority of the race. A favourable gate could give it a tactical advantage. Louise Day is in the saddle and in nice racing form. This should be a dangerous combo. Artifactx has been under the guidance of G Portelli. Perfect record over this distance (1400m), loves every step of it.

BookmakerOdds
$13.00
$13.00
QuestBet  logo$13.00

Stats and Insights

  • Newcastle is a spacious and flat track with a 400m straight that gives almost all barriers an equal chance to run on.
  • R6 Kyneton - During his racing career, Dantooine holds a 50% place percentage and has finished 2nd/3rd in his last 2 races.
  • R5 Newcastle - During his racing career, Artifactx holds a 10% win percentage. Artifactx has a 70% place career percentage as well. Artifactx has a positive record when jockey Louise Day is on board, 1-1-1.

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Hi, I'm Matt and I've been writing about sports and racing since 2016. Over the years, I've provided betting tips for some of the top companies such as Sportsbet, William Hill, PlayUp and many more. This includes a wide range of different sports such as AFL, NRL, NBA, NFL, BBL, MLB and Horse Racing. I'm currently involved in horse racing shares with Viva Racing and I work with thoroughbredsales.com.au - a leading racehorse website directory in Australia. My betting strategy generally looks at trends and following the best jockeys in the country. Outside of writing, you can find me playing social Cricket and Tennis or watching sports. Can't wait to nail those winning picks!