Harness Analyst – Cambridge 12th October

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Harness racing hits Cambridge again today with nine races on the card. The racing starts at 5:19pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good night of racing.

Cambridge selections 12th October 2023

Best Bet:  R8   Wicked Wanda

Best Value:  R7   Sunshine Shelby

Race 1

Peter Forsberg (2) Has racing well in similar fields and looks well placed here. Include
Jaccka Cooper (8) Freshened but good enough to run top three if fully fit.  Small field helps
Pixie (7) Getting better with racing and has gate speed. Winning claims in this field

Race 2

Jasinova (10) Conditions suit and nice win last start. Looks one of the better chances
Bellatrix (4) Good draw and plenty of ability. Manners the only concern. Needed
KD Royalty (9) Nice second last start and looks to have turned the corner. Go again

Race 3

Our Benson (1) Has been racing well and draw suits. Looks one of the major players
Obadiah Dragon (2) Trialling well and due to show some form, Could surprise here
The Surfer (11) Draw hurts but should improve from last start fourth. Chance at longer odds

Race 4

Voronov (4) Drawn to be near the lead early. Can go close here if handy on the turn
President Flynntin (9) Should be fitter for this and field not that strong. Can run top three
Make Things Happen (2) Manners the key and can run into the placings with no mistakes

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Race 5

Whitfield (3) Unlucky last start flashing home when the race was all but over. Go again
Changealot (2) Race form fair and can get some money with a good run in transit. Include
Greater Good (13) Coming in fresh but goes well on the track. Draw not great but needed

Race 6

Bet West (6) Driver change and drops in grade slightly. Might press forward early
Benjamin Button (1) Has been unlucky and due to strike. Top three chance in this field
Gandalf (2) Disappointing last start but previous form good. Paying overs here. Include

Race 7

Sunshine Shelby (10) Unlucky last couple. Good chance if he gets a good trip. Needed
Caulfield (5) Better than the form suggests. Needs the right trip but has winning claims
Mr President (9) Freshened and pegs run might suit. Can run top three with any gaps.

Race 8

Wicked Wanda (5) Good run in a stronger field here last start. Major player in this
Always B Stunning (6) Good win to get back into form last start. Wide draw but can place
Sparkie (4) Good beginner who could press forward early. Not the worst in this

Race 9

Manchester In Time (1) Track suits and stepping away is the key with him. Winning claims
It Ain’t Me Babe (3) Freshened and weaker field here. Top three chance with manners
Keep It Klassy (5) Has been breaking but good chance if he puts it all together here

by Harness Analyst