New Zealand Analyst – Insider Addington edition 14th May

Addington harness racing takes centre stage on Friday night with a quality 10 race card headlined by a pair of Listed “Uncut Gems” features and a strong edition of the Garrards Sires’ Stakes Semi Final for the three-year-old colts and geldings.

Several emerging stars clash with seasoned performers throughout the night and barrier draws could prove crucial across a number of the key races.

The mares and trot features look especially competitive, while the younger horses in Race 6 provide one of the deepest contests seen in recent weeks.

Race 5 – Uncut Gems Mares Classic (Listed)

$50,000 – 1980m Mobile Pace

A deep mares field where race tempo and cover runs will be critical. Several arrive in strong form and there looks genuine depth right through the race.

Ruby Roe (9)

Has been taking on stronger mares than this for most of the campaign and her recent form reads well for this assignment. Second-line draw is the challenge but she has the class to overcome it.

Chicago Sky (8)

Progressive filly who continues to improve with racing and her recent southern performances suggest she measures right up. Wide draw makes things trickier but she still profiles as a major player.

Elektra King (3)

Ultra-consistent mare who keeps finding the line strongly. Drawn to secure a soft run and looks one of the better value chances in the field.

Bettor Than Lizzy (2)

Impressive Ashburton winner after doing work in the running. Drawn to get a perfect trip and must be respected again.

Tosana (7)

Never saw daylight at key stages last start and is capable of sharp improvement with even luck in transit.

Selections:
Ruby Roe / Chicago Sky / Elektra King / Bettor Than Lizzy / Tosana

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Race 6 – Garrards Sires’ Stakes 3YO Colts & Geldings Semi-Final

$50,000 – 1980m Mobile Pace

One of the strongest three-year-old races seen in recent weeks with proven performers clashing against rapidly improving types.

The early speed battle could shape the outcome and there looks genuine pressure from the outset.

Jumal (9)

Outstanding colt who keeps delivering regardless of the draw. His recent form has been excellent and he still looks the horse they all have to beat.

Forever Miki (4)

Could not have done more so far this campaign and now gets his chance at this level. Tough, professional and clearly up to this grade.

Get Seaside Lucky (1)

Racing in terrific order and the ace draw gives him every possible favour. Looks a major quinella and trifecta player.

Mystery Creek (7)

Strong Southern Supremacy winner who has continued to improve with racing. This is tougher again but he deserves respect.

Special Occasion (2)

Handy draw and strong recent northern form line make him a genuine knockout chance in this field.

Selections:
Jumal / Forever Miki / Get Seaside Lucky / Mystery Creek / Special Occasion

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Race 7 – Bionic Chance Bracelet (Group 2)

$60,000 – 1980m Mobile Pace

The juvenile fillies step into Group company and several promising youngsters look capable of making the jump.

Wat Fun (1)

Showed plenty of grit winning here last week and now lands the perfect draw to repeat the dose. Looks one of the major winning hopes.

Devil Woman (4)

Sharp debut winner at Winton after showing early gate speed. Natural improvement makes her a serious contender again.

Validation (9)

Held her own in stronger company previously and the second-line draw may actually suit her style. Good value chance into multiples.

Nella Keenan (3)

Excellent debut second and likely to improve sharply with that run under her belt.

Tuapeka Rubie (7)

Trial winner who showed determination after being challenged. Key driver booking adds confidence.

Selections:
Wat Fun / Devil Woman / Validation / Nella Keenan / Tuapeka Rubie

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Race 8 – Uncut Gems Aged Classic (Listed)

$50,000 – 2600m Handicap Trot

A fascinating staying test where the handicaps could play a major role. Several runners bring strong recent form and there should be genuine pressure throughout.

One Over Da Line (6)

Keeps producing regardless of the circumstance and gets valuable handicapping relief tonight. Looks the runner to beat.

Prestigious (1)

Rapidly improving trotter who now lands on the front line after last week’s impressive victory. Huge chance to give them something to catch.

Tetrick(AUS) (3)

Emerging staying type who impressed winning here two starts ago. If manners hold together he can absolutely win this.

Rock Lobster (8)

Huge effort off a tougher handicap last time and no reason she cannot launch late again.

Roydon Muscle (5)

Consistent performer who maps well from the 10m mark and should be around the money throughout.

Selections:
One Over Da Line / Prestigious / Tetrick(AUS) / Rock Lobster / Roydon Muscle

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Race 9 – Uncut Gems Gelding & Entires Classic (Listed)

$50,000 – 1980m Mobile Pace

A strong pacing feature with several runners bringing excellent recent form into the race. The middle stages could be run at a genuine tempo which should make for an outstanding contest.

Sideshow Bruce (6)

Excellent chasing effort behind Marketplace last week and looks set to peak for this assignment. Major winning chance.

Bruntwood Brigade (4)

Eight wins already in 2026 says plenty about the campaign he is having. Drawn to get every opportunity again.

Sacetas (2)

Racing full of confidence and barrier two gives him every chance to secure the right trip throughout.

Harrison John (8)

Has been racing stronger company for much of the season and this field may suit him better than recent assignments.

Hadron Collider (7)

Forgive the early mistake last start. Mobile conditions suit and he is capable of surprising at odds.

Selections:
Sideshow Bruce / Bruntwood Brigade / Sacetas / Harrison John / Hadron Collider

 

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