NZ METRO TC, Friday, August 17
Race 5: IMMORTAL CHANGE (1, Laura McKay), mob. 1980m: “Better last week and drawn to follow markers but is in a higher rating race.”
Race 6: SI SI SENOR (4, Samantha Ottley), 2, 10m, 2600m std: “Trialled better last week and conditions suit, so an each-way chance.”
Race 10: ROBYN’S GEM (12, Sheree Tomlinson), mob. 2600m: “On ability is good enough to be a top-three chance but has to do things right.”
KUROW HRC, Sunday, August 19
Race 2: MOLLY DOOKER (1, Samantha Ottley), 2600m std: “First starter, who qualified poor, but expect a better showing.”
Race 4: ROBYN’S GEM (11, Sheree Tomlinson), mob. 2000m: “Depends on what she does on Friday.”
Race 7: MANINTHEMIRROR (7, Laura McKay) & HIS ROYAL HARNESS (9, Sheree Tomlinson), mob. 2600m: “Maninthemirror got a win and a Met Multiplier two weeks ago but is up in grade and has a tough draw.”
“His Royal Harness had a good win two weeks ago and seems well. Hopes’ horse (Saying Grace) looks the hardest to beat but if he get luck he can threaten.”