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Best Exotic Bets of the Day | 18/04/25

Exotic Bets of the Day
Exacta - Echuca - R4
1st: 4, 5, 1, 3
2nd: 4, 5, 1, 3
Ten Deep: Ten Deep has the ability to run into the placings, ideal for exotic bets. Ten Deep has demonstrated remarkable consistency, placing in three straight races. On 26/03/2025, Ten Deep lined up at Sandown-Hillside, finishing 3rd over 1400m.
Lario: Lario has the credentials to be a factor. A game third-place finish last race, battling to the line. Lario competed at Caulfield Heath over 1500m, finishing 3rd.
Roadcone: Those playing exotics might get rewarded by including Roadcone. With three straight placings, Roadcone continues to show its reliability and skill. Last time out, Roadcone competed over 1200m, placing 2nd at Cranbourne. Has won at this trip before, can do it again I think.
Fabrice: Fabrice adds a nice level of risk and reward to exotic tickets. Dug deep for a third-place finish last start, staying tough to the end. Fabrice raced recently, placing 3rd in a 1300m event at Sandown-Hillside.
Exacta - Echuca - R6
1st: 1, 7, 8, 4
2nd: 1, 7, 8, 4
Smokin' Princess: I see Smokin' Princess as a great chance to boost exotics at Echuca. Stuck on well to grab second last race, proving fitness and class.
Preferential: Preferential is worth watching this Friday. Beaten only narrowly last race, shaping as a serious contender. Preferential raced at Caulfield last start, covering 2000m and finishing 2nd. Still searching for that first win at Echuca, but it’s certainly not out of the question.
Just Glamourous: Just Glamourous is a useful runner for exotic bets. Last race saw a strong third-place performance, staying competitive throughout. Last start, Just Glamourous finished in the placings over 1600m at Caulfield on 05/04/2025.
Alma Rise: Including Alma Rise in exotics could lead to a big payout at Echuca. Came in beyond the top four last start, but still showing signs of promise. Last outing, Alma Rise took on a 2000m race at Ballarat and finished 7th.
Exacta - Echuca - R8
1st: 9, 14, 4, 2
2nd: 9, 14, 4, 2
Social Conscience: A solid exotic bet should include Social Conscience, given the form on display. Runner-up in the previous race, displaying strong potential. Last start performance, Social Conscience came 2nd over 1200m at Sale.
Marilyn's Edge: I think Marilyn's Edge is a great choice for a sneaky exotic play this Friday. This runner fought all the way to the line for second place last time. Marilyn's Edge raced recently, placing 2nd in a 1200m event at Avoca.
Lulu Darling: I think Lulu Darling will be an important inclusion for this Friday exacta. Narrowly beaten last start, proving this runner is in great form. Lulu Darling stepped out at Sandown-Lakeside on 09/04/2025, finishing 2nd over 1200m.
Boltsaver: Boltsaver could be the missing piece in a big payout bet. Showed plenty of heart to finish third last run, running on well late. Last time out, Boltsaver competed over 1500m, placing 3rd at Moonee Valley. Despite no wins yet at Echuca, Boltsaver has had some solid performances here.
Stats and Insights
- R4 Echuca - Lario has a win percentage of 25% and a place percentage of 50%. With a career record of 2-1-1 on good tracks, Lario has shown its versatility and competitiveness.
- R4 Echuca - When it comes to good tracks, Roadcone has proven to be a top contender, holding a record of 2-3-1 and a win percentage of 25%.
- R6 Echuca - On good tracks, Smokin' Princess has consistently delivered solid performances, with a career record of 4-2-1. Jockey Tom Prebble has built a strong connection with Smokin' Princess, boasting a win percentage of 60%.
- R8 Echuca - The combination of Daniel Stackhouse and Lulu Darling has delivered results, with a 3-3-0 record together.
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