New Zealand Analyst – Palmerston North 28th April 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 Manawatu again today with 8 races on the card. The racing starts at 4:11pm and we highlight some specials and value runners we think can give you a run for your money on a good day of racing.

Manawatu selections 26th April 2026

Harness analyst best tips:
Best Bet: R8 Vincent Reactress
Best Value: R4 Sweet Willow

 

Race 1
Takethat (2) Trial winner on debut and has shown enough to make a bold first appearance.
Cee Whatabet (1) Brave runner-up last start and the ace draw gives every chance today.
Blinx (6) New stable runner who could improve sharply fresh at this venue.

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Race 2
Travelin Soldier (7) Strong finish last time and looks a major factor despite handicap.
Eagle Hanover (6) Honest recent form and should be right in the finish again.
Senior Constable Liz (2) Capable with manners and front mark keeps her dangerous.

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Race 3
Hes Not That Into U (3) Resumes after workouts and looks the runner to beat fresh.
Dream Boyz (8) Gets a soft trip from the draw and can surprise at odds.
Seaside Charlie (5) Consistent type who rates among the better hopes again.

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Race 4
Sweet Willow (1) Strong Addington second and drawn to get the perfect run.
Critical Image (5) Big drop in class and looks a serious winning chance here.
Gwendoline Mary (8) Not far away lately and can spice up multiples again.

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Race 5
Westar Milly (1) Excellent recent placings and looks well placed in this line-up.
Ordained (3) Last start winner who can measure up again with the right trip.
Very Majestic (6) Proven at the trip and can loom into it late.

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Race 6
Dave Duley (6) Brings solid northern form and rates a leading contender here.
Genuine Imitation (2) Drawn to bounce back after excuses last start.
Run Blaze Run (5) Deserved maiden winner who can carry on now.

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Race 7
Captain Kobe (2) Good Palmy stats and could give cheek from handy mark.
Rough And Ready (8) Rarely runs poorly here and must be respected.
Melton Mogul (7) Strong recent Country Cup form and looks one of the hardest to beat.

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Race 8
Vincent Reactress (7) Good local record and can feature despite second line draw.
Mr Miki (6) Racing well and should be prominent throughout.
Goorambat Art (4) Returns to a track he likes and is one for all bets.

 

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by Harness Analyst