Want to place exotic bets? Onlyracing Australia has you sorted this Friday! I've lined up 3 exotic tips for some of the best races at Canterbury, Pakenham and Gold Coast.
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Exotic Bets of the Day
Exacta - Canterbury - R7
1st: 11, 4, 1, 5
2nd: 11, 4, 1, 5
Mawjood: Last start, finished 3rd of 6 at Randwick in a BM72 over 1100m, just 0.6 lengths behind Point And Shoot (52kg) carrying 54kg at $3.40.
Storm The Ramparts: In its last race, Storm The Ramparts was 4th at Randwick on December 26 over 1000m, just 1.2 lengths behind Chief Conductor (56.5kg). This should be another race where I think it can potentially improve and get over the field.
Chief Conductor: Should be fitter after a nice first-up run. He finished 2nd at Randwick on a good track over 1000m. He has an impressive second-up record and the track/distance should be no issue.
Kimberley Secrets: Back from a long spell and usually likes running fresh. In first-up starts, she has 2 wins and a 3rd from just 3 starts. Distance is suitable and she should enjoy the softer conditions.
Exacta - Pakenham - R7
1st: 12, 11, 2, 7
2nd: 12, 11, 2, 7
Macedon Rose: I like the form of Macedon Rose for Race 7 at Pakenham on Friday. Won at Seymour over 1300m on December 29.
Vaderlee: In great form at the moment. Coming off a win at Cranbourne and before that finished 2nd over 1400m. Loves the trip and the track conditions should suit.
Glenfinnan: Back from a spell and looking to build on a successful first prep, which included a win at Seymour over 1411m. Likes running fresh and should be dangerous.
Cosmic Coco: Resuming on Friday. He has won before at this distance and should be in the mix.
Exacta - Gold Coast - R3
1st: 5, 8, 7, 10
2nd: 5, 8, 7, 10
Semana: First-up record is excellent (1st and 2nd in 2 starts). She loves the trip and has won before on the Gold Coast in her only attempt. Go well again.
Hedged: It hit the track on December 14 and Hedged put in a solid effort, finishing 7th out of 11. Friday's race sees some good odds to have a crack, I think. With Ethan Brown on board, that gives me confidence too.
Prince Of Boom: In its recent race at Sunshine Coast, Prince Of Boom 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. James Orman is in good form and should be able to get a good run.
The Novelist: Loves this distance with 2 wins in 6 starts and should enjoy the inside Barrier.
Stats and Insights
- R7 Canterbury - During his racing career, Mawjood holds a 20% win percentage. Mawjood has a 60% place career percentage.
- R7 Pakenham - Macedon Rose holds a career win percentage of 100%. She holds a career place percentage of 100%.
- R3 Gold Coast - Prince Of Boom holds a career win percentage of 28.57%. He holds a career place percentage of 46.43%. James Orman has a positive record in the saddle on Prince Of Boom, their record is 4-0-1.
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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!
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