Harness Analyst – Addington 5th October

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Harness racing hits Addington again today with eleven races on the card. The racing starts at 4:41pm 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 5th October 2023

Best Bet:  R10   Captain Tom

Best Value:  R7   Waterfront

Race 1

Celtic Arden (6) Looks stronger this campaign and trialing well. Has to be respected here
Natives Inferno (8) Manners will be a concern but has the motor. Could surprise at longer odds
What The Bell (1) Better for the last start fourth when running on late. Winning claims with luck

Race 2

Wag Star (9) Has a bit of a reputation and has raced good fields. Top selection in this field
Black Mach (1) Upgrade in draws and lots of ability. Big chance with natural improvement
Point Break (3) Ok last start and drawn well here. Has winning claims with luck. Needed

Race 3

Vessem (3) Has a big reputation and well drawn. Should go close to winning this. Include
Renegade (8) Wide draw but untapped talent. Has the speed to be a major player in this
Double Jeopardy (9) Draw hurts and will need luck. Needs gaps but not the worst here

Race 4

Obsession (6) Has a decent motor and due to strike some form. Chance with the right trip
Dance Till Dawn (7) Disappointing last start but this field looks weaker. Winning claims
Jazelle (10) No doubting speed and pegs run suits. Top three chance with luck in running

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Race 5

Tu Tangata (5) Has been racing ok and drawn ok. Can go close here if handy on the turn
Mystic Max (8) Racing well in stronger fields. Look for better here back on the grit
Andy Hall (7) Better for the last start run and goes well on the track. Could surprise 

Race 6

Rakero Rocket (9) Big win at the trials and might go forward early. Wide draw a concern
Carmelite (2) Race form ok and drawn to be competitive. Top three chance in this field
Heart Throb (12) Coming in fresh and has chased well at trials. Top three chance in this

Race 7

Waterfront (4) Nice draw and very speedy. Winning claims with the right trip. Include
Treacherous Baby (5) Better than the form suggests. Getting better with racing and can win
Madrid (11) Good last start but draw is against her. Needs luck but can run top three

Race 8

Millwood Nike (3) Superstar who should be winning this. Hard to see her beaten here
Treacherous Gall (9) Wide draw but has the speed to be a major factor here. Include
Luvstruck (11) Tough field but good last start. Can run top three with luck in running

Race 9

Willangus Lad (7) Driver change for this and manners a concern. Winning claims error free
Love Is Everywhere (2) Improver here and conditions suit. Top three chance from the draw
It’s So Easy (6) Like the mobile and has been devoid of luck recently. Could surprise in this

Race 10

Captain Tom (5) Building form and big reputation. Looks hard to beat in this field. Needed
Double Time (3) Ok last start and drawn well. Top three player if he can land a good spot
Sweet Belle (6) Has been racing good fields and due to hit form again. Top three chance

Race 11

Cardi B (6) Good draw for this and has gate speed. Looks hard to beat in fresh condition
Ideal Chevron (4) Better run last start. Needs the right trip but has winning claims
Fast Ace (1) Desperately unlucky last start. Good beginner who could lob a place here

by Harness Analyst