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Harness racing hits Addington again today with ten races on the card. The racing starts at 5:10pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good night of racing.
Addington selections 26th January 2024
Best Bet: R3 Bryson Dechambeau
Best Value: R9 Betterwithbling
Race 1
One El (4) Seems more tractable now and in form. Has to be included
Top Of The Hill (6) Good runs on Nelson circuit. Top three chance from wide draw
Dancing Glenis (7) Manners needed but a chance if she does things right in transit
Race 2
Tide And Time (3) Best chance is running like the wind in front. Might be too fast
Dancing Desire (6) Out of form but has had no luck. Chance here at her best
Bryce’s Meddle (8) No chance in Nelson mile. Wide draw but can do some work.
Race 3
Bryson Dechambeau (5) Has looked good at trials and top selection on debut. Needed
Misty Blue (6) Racing well last couple. Can run top three again with a good run in transit
Where The Boys Are (8) Tricky draw but stable in form. Can sneak some money with luck
Race 4
Clyde (7) Quick from the gate but and could go close with an uncontested lead
Ginas Majesty (12) Has been a bit unlucky in his races. Will be running on here
Notasbadasilook (14) Disappointing last start but mobile will help. Could surprise
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Race 5
Dalton Shard (2) Drawn well and fast mile win at Nelson. Top selection here
Heza Sport (7) Has gate speed but might be driven conservatively. Place chance
Celtic Spirit (4) Might try for the front early. Chance if he lands lead or trail
Race 6
Courtney Rose (5) Improver for this after late finish last start. One of the better chances
Kink (8) Better run last start and conditions suit. Will need luck but can place here
Big Boyz Toy (2) Freshened for this and top driver booked. Draw gives him options
Race 7
Lifes A Beach (7) Wide draw but has placed in similar fields. Winning claims here
Manhattan (8) Best runs have been from the front but wide draw. Can win if she leads
Advance Party (2) Normally a quick beginner who should get good run. Could surprise
Race 8
Aldebaran Floss (6) Wide draw for this but has gate speed and winning form. Include
Bonnie Bagrie (4) Out of form but better placed here and drawn well. Chance at odds
Tu Tangata (8) At his best would go very close to winning this. One of the main chances
Race 9
Betterwithbling (1) Big upgrade in draws and extra distance suits. Looks over the odds
Major Happy (6) Much better last start and tough stayer. Can go back to back with luck
Toby Tom B (8) Draw hurts but races well here. Top three chance with a cart into it
Race 10
Elite Styx (6) Conditions suit and should give a good account here. Needed here
Wolf Of Wall Street (11) Should get a run through from the draw. Winning claims
Michael Caine (7) Getting better with racing and if the pace is on is definitely a chance