Harness Analyst – Invercargill 9th August free tips

Welcome to today’s segment from our harness racing analyst.

Providing you with free expert tips and selections for harness meetings run in New Zealand.

Harness racing hits Invercargill again today with 8 races on the card. The racing starts at 12:57pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good day of racing.

Invercargill selections – 9th August 2026

Harness Analyst Best Tips:

Best Bet: R5 Off The Canvas
Best Value: R3 Rising Storm

Race 1

Yukon Hill (4)
Made an impressive debut and should take good improvement from that experience. Looks one of the leading winning hopes.

Kings Choice (3)
Chased home a smart one last start and strips fitter for the run. Drawn to make his presence felt.

Star Invasion (6)
Honest performer who continues to race consistently. Another top-three finish would come as no surprise.

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Race 2

Luxmi (6)
Resumes after showing plenty of promise last preparation. Has the ability to make an immediate impact.

Treasure Chest (4)
Has been holding her own in stronger company and drops into a suitable assignment. Strong each way claims.

Tashs Bad Girl (2)
Recent form has been below her best but she has the speed to improve sharply. Worth another chance.

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Race 3

Rising Storm (3)
Returned with a stylish second and is sure to be fitter. Looks the horse they all have to beat.

Close (10)
Made the most of a good trip last start and can be competitive again with similar luck.

Miki Skipper (2)
Has been racing consistently and lands another handy draw. Deserves plenty of respect.

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Race 4

Delphyne (2)
Scored impressively last time out and has the ability to measure up in this grade. Leading contender again.

To The Moon And Back (4)
Returns after taking on stronger opposition and brings plenty of class to this contest. Must be respected.

Becky’s Girl (6)
Forgive the latest run after an error. Her previous win showed what she’s capable of when everything goes right.

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Race 5

Off The Canvas (5)
Excellent fresh effort behind a smart winner and maps perfectly from this draw. Looks the one to beat.

Mighty Delight (12)
Has been racing honestly and continues to finish off well. Can make his presence felt despite the draw.

Ithinkwerealonenow (1)
Still improving with racing and the inside draw is a positive. Place claims with the right trip.

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Race 6

Redback Bob (6)
Created a big impression winning on debut and has the ability to step up again. Major winning chance.

New Mexico (3)
Returned in good order and should improve further second-up. Looks one of the main dangers.

Majestic Me (9)
Returns without a public trial but showed enough talent last campaign to warrant plenty of respect.

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Race 7

The Dancer (2)
Has been racing well despite awkward draws and finally gets every opportunity. Looks hard to hold out.

Cheer Up N Dance (1)
Won well at Addington and looks a horse with further upside. Draw enhances his chances.

Ginerva (9)
Drops slightly in grade after taking on stronger company. Can improve into the minor money.

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Race 8

Cracker Opie (10)
Hit the line strongly from an impossible position last start. Racing well enough to overcome the second row.

Foxing Easton (9)
Went close again last time and continues to hold his form. Clear winning claims with the right run.

Tabasco (8)
Better than his latest result suggests and has the ability to bounce back. Worth including in multiples.

 

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by Harness Analyst