Harness Analyst – Wairio 28th January

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Harness racing hits Wairio again today with ten races on the card. The racing starts at 11:55am and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good day of racing.

Wairio selections 28th January 2023

Best Bet:  R7    Netherton Franco

Best Value:  R5   Magic Sign

Race 1

Minnie McGoogan  (5) Mile will suit her speed and mobile a big assist. Big chance with no errors
Dem Bones Dem Bones (2) Good last start but will need the speed on all the way here. Winning claims
Jordan Anne (4) Good second here last start and conditions will be right up her alley. Needed

Race 2

Janaka’s Delight (9) Big motor but prone to galloping. Hard to beat if she brings her manners
Indurain (6) Galloped when looking a place hope last start. Can run top three here with luck
Joy Jaccka (2) Has ability based on trial runs. Winning claims if she trots all the way

Race 3

Smart I Am (5) Good run for second last start and drawn to go forward early. Hard to beat
Rakadan (8) Slightly disappointing last start but ran time on debut. Winning claims in this field
Donald Trot (6) Good second last start and should improve. Can surprise at longer odds

Race 4

Sophie (5) Has a bit of a reputation and drawn well. Capable of beating this field on her day
Franco Huntington (3) Good draw and due to return to form. Give another chance here
I’m Watching You  (10) Tricky draw but racing well. One paced but will be running on late

Race 5

Magic Sign (1) Good win last start and drawn to repeat One of the better chances in this field
Mucho Macho Man (5) Depends on fitness but he will race handy and has beaten better fields. Include.
Magnetic Beckers (9) Has been disappointing but should get a drag along on the fence. Place hopes

Race 6

Hit The Lights (3) Underrated pacer who might go for the lead all the way tactic. Hard to beat here
Judaque (1) Good draw and she will race handy. Can spice up the exotics
Onwardsandupwards (2) Likely to get a good run on the fence. Can go close to placing in this

Race 7

Netherton Franco (1) Decent draw and getting better with racing. One of the major players in this field
Beautiful Noise (2) Has run some good races against stronger fields and drawn well. Winning claims
Sweet Treat (9) Has a bit of speed and will follow the favourite here. Can go close to top three

Race 8

Amass (7) Big effort to win last start and rise in grade no issues. Very hard to hold out here
Macandrew Navigator (2) In top form and top driver booked. Will race near the speed and can win
Step It Up A Notch (9) Racing ok and a slight grade drop for him. Can run a cheeky race against this field

Race 9

Mixed Faith (7) Running good races and a big chance if she can get handy early. Include
Mad Jack (8) Top wins the last couple and not finished yet. Strong field but has winning claims
Domination’s Call (11) Punched above his grade last start and racing well. One of the major players

Race 10

Sand Wave (8) Plenty of ability and handicap the only concern. Can go close here with a quick beginning
Macandrew Aviator (7) Needs to step quickly but has been racing well against the best. Should run top three
Quaddie VC (3) Has ability and gets a head start on the favourites. Can run a decent race with no errors 

Race 11

Wattlebank Arnie (2) Plenty of ability and likely to lead here. Top selection in this field
Captain Starlight (3) Might head forward early and has winning claims if he can find the front.
McLean (5) Going ok and can find a nice sprint when saved for one run. Pay to include here.

by Harnesslink Media