Harness Analyst – Kaikoura 31st October

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Harness racing hits Kaikoura again today with ten races on the card. The racing starts at 12:10pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good day of racing.

Kaikoura selections 31st October 2022

Best Bet:  R2   Wild Willow

Best Value:  R5   Show Me The Gray

Race 1

Ti Amo Belle (7) Galloped last start but impressive before that. Top selection here
Nazareth (6) Raced a strong field last start and should be handy. Winning claims
Gazza Beatt (5) Stable does well on the track and he looked an improver last start.

Race 2

Wild Willow (3) Raced well against strong opposition last start. Hard to beat here
Cougar Express (2) Drawn to be handy and running good sectionals. Needed
Venturesome Arden (9) Has his share of ability and will get a cozy run. Include in this

Race 3

Pure Courage (5) Getting better with racing and a good beginner. One for longer odds
Love Yourself (10) Nice win last start and should go on with it. Could surprise in this
The Coalman (6) Manners a concern but a big motor. Good chance if he steps cleanly

Race 4

Onedin Miki (6) Massive last start and will be improved. Major player in this
Artatac (1) Drawn to lead or trail. Can stick on for a top three finish here
Arabian Blue (5) Trialling ok and might head forward off the gate. Include

Race 5

Show Me The Gray (3) Good stepper who should race handy. Can get into the placings
Prince Teka (2) Great draw to lead here and he will take some catching on this track
Harold Smith (9) Tricky handicap on this track but he has the motor to overcome it. Include

Race 6

Cheezel (7) Quick beginner who is over the odds here. One of the major players
A Taste Of Honey (2) Has run some good races from in front and distance suits. Needed
Happy Place (3) Racing well but up in grade here. Can go close to top three with luck

Race 7

Bolt For Brilliance (11) One of the best trotters in the country. Good chance in this
Mataderos (9) Needs to bring manners but up there in ability. Top three claims
Sundees Son (10) Champion trotter out of form. Can run a big race with no mistakes

Race 8

Anything Goes (3) Strong field but drawn to lead here. Hard to beat if he gets his own way
Bettor Believe It (2) Good beginner who could land the trail here. Top three chance
Last Tango In Heaven (6) Racing ok and up to winning this with luck in running. Include

Race 9

Allamericanlover (5) Speedy beginner who will take catching if she is in front. Top pick
Steel The Show (4) Going ok and could pop up with a quick beginning. Has winning claims
Akuta (10) Beat a similar field in the Hannon Memorial. Hard to beat with the right run

Race 10

Sweet Diamond (3) Plenty of ability but up in grade. Can go close here in this
Casino Action (5) Quick beginner who should race handy. One of the better chances
Mossdale Terry (2) Out of form but much better than that. Chance at longer odds

by Harnesslink Media