Harness Analyst – Forbury 24th January

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Harness racing hits Oamaru again today with seven races on the card. The racing starts at 4:13pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good day of racing.

Forbury selections 24th January 2024

Best Bet:  R7  Mighty Miki

Best Value:  R2  Foveaux Gambler

Race 1

Terra Sancta (6) Good run for second last start and looks hard to beat in this field. Include
Tremendous Sensation (4) Tidy at trials and top driver booked. Top three chance from the draw
Sure To Rise (7) Stable in good form and has trial form. One of the better chances in this

Race 2

Foveaux Gambler (8) Out of form but conditions suit here. Could surprise with a good trip
Lady Boutique (5) Fought well after working hard last start. Extra distance should suit
Star Magic (6) Top driver booked for this. Drawn ok and will be finishing on here

Race 3

Buffy Northstains (3) Out of form but a good chance to get into the placings here. Needed
Mixed Faith (6) Hasn’t had all the luck. Could surprise and small field will help in this
Paige (7) Ran on ok last start and has late speed. Winning claims with a better trip

Race 4

Perfect Potion (6) Good run in a quick time last start. Can win with the right trip
Gotta Elect Bill (9) Has the motor and likely to be thereabouts in this field. Needed
Ideal Delight (8) Good form in recent starts and wide draw the only concern. Place chance

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Race 5

Whispering Over (6) Needs to get a quicker start today but has the speed to be a factor.
Cappaha (3) Good beginner who is normally thereabouts. Good place chance again
Special Effects (1) Stuck well last start after working hard mid race. Can go close with manners

Race 6

Pyramid Mystic (4) Improver for this after winning easily last start. Could surprise here
Maui (8) Good finisher if they go hard during the running and conditions suit. Winning claims
Aroha Kenny (2) Big draw upgrade for this. At her best would be a top chance in this

Race 7

Mighty Miki (8) Has been racing stronger fields and gets his chance here. Can go close
Frankie (4) Might get a good run handy and should give a good account again. Needed
Fulham Jive (2) Good run for third at Ashburton and better draw here. Has to be repected

by Harness Analyst