Harness Analyst – Ashburton 14th August

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Harness racing hits Ashburton again today with eight races on the card. The racing starts at 12:45pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good day of racing.

Ashburton selections 14^th August 2022

Best Bet:  R4    Light Up The Fire

Best Value:  R5    Ginas Majesty

Race 1

Blithe (1) Good after galloping early last start. Winning claims behind the mobile today
Eyre I Will (5) Has a bit of a reputation and excuses last start. Hard to beat with manners
The Fiery Countess (9) Will head forward early and can lead for a long way here. Include

Race 2

Eastwood Dream (1) Drawn for a cosy sit. Can improve on last start second
Rakajed (6) Last start third was positive. Orange sticks with so go again
Corfu Bromac (9) Stable going well and this one has ability. One for longer odds

Race 3

Sports Babe (7) Hard to ignore the form. Due a win and it could be here
Rapid Response (5) Ran ok last start and big track will suit. Winning claims
Beaudiene Quick Step (1) Ran second here back in June in good time. Could surprise

Race 4

Light Up The Fire (7) Looks the best of the Dalgety runners. Hard to beat in this
Secret Cocktail (1) Only fair last start but well placed here. Needed in this
Crimson Rock (6) Racing well without luck. Can run top three in this field

Race 5

Ginas Majesty (1) Unlucky last start with no room. Hard to beat with a good run in transit
Tres Magnifique (4) Normally a good beginner and good third last start. Place chance here
Our Pinocchio (12) Manners not great but big motor. Chance if he steps early.

Race 6

Watching Our Coin (9) Has been freshened and will be stronger. Top selection
Violet Knight (11) Has been slightly disappointing but better than that. Include
Westar Lad (7) A bit one paced but big track will suit. Place chance here

Race 7

Teds Legacy (3) Good beginner who should head forward early. Winning claims
Kingsdown Atom (2) Will be improved and should get a good run in transit. Needed
Reflectionsofmylife (4) Goes ok on the track and has been freshened. Place chance here

Race 8

Ruby’s A Delight (3) Has ability and has been racing better fields. Could surprise
Betterthandiva (2) Ok last start and has gate speed. Likely leader who can win
Scared Stiff (4) Smaller field will help and he could surprise at longer odds in this

by Harnesslink Media