Best Bets | Saturday 13 September

Best Bets | Saturday 13 September

Best Odds Boost Bet
4 Belle Du Monde

The three-year-old bay filly has come back firing to start this season and looks to begin a winning streak. She put in a very strong run home last start, beating the favourite Cool Aza Rene right on the line over the 1000m. The way she finished strongly suggests that the 1200m distance will suit her even better. Her form line is stacking up nicely, and she’ll once again face Miss Ziggy, Nameless, and Eternal Light, all of who she defeated last start. Drawing the ideal inside barrier (2), she looks to fly home once again.

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Riccarton R7 – NZB CANTERBURY BELLE STAKES (L)
Final Race time: 
7th
4. Belle Du Monde (2)
J: Opie Bosson 56.5kg
220X1 T: Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson
2.50WIN
1.28PLACE
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.betcha.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 12/09/2026 02:07:01 AM (Pacific/Auckland)
Best Bet Back Bet
1 Mr Brightside

Mr. Brightside, also known as “Mr. Reliable”, returns to the Flemington track following a strong first-up effort, finishing 2nd at Caulfield. A consistent performer with an impressive resume, including a standout win in the Doncaster Mile, he’s always one to watch. He handles all track conditions with ease and is known for giving 100% every time he runs. With solid form behind him and a race setup that suits, he looks like a major contender in this smaller field. However, he’ll be up against the well-backed favourite Via Sistema. With current odds of $5.50 (win) and $1.28 (place), this could be the perfect race to make use of your Bet Back tool.

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Flemington R8 – Crown Makybe Diva Stakes (G1)
Final Race time: 
1st
1. Mr Brightside (1)
J: Craig Williams 59kg
120×2 T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes
5.00WIN
1.40PLACE
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.betcha.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 12/09/2026 02:07:02 AM (Pacific/Auckland)
Best Top 4 Bet
7 Bella Luce

The experienced mare looks to carry on some strong form doubling her win tally this prep coming away with a gritty win on the same track and distance by sitting on speed last start. Now carries 4 kgs less with the help of Kendra Bakker’s claim.

Riccarton R8 – NZ HORSE AMBULANCE WINTER APPEAL OPEN HANDICAP
Final Race time: 
8th
7. Bella Luce (8)
J: Kendra Bakker 54kg
18251 T: Lance Robinson
4.00WIN
1.55PLACE
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.betcha.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 12/09/2026 02:07:03 AM (Pacific/Auckland)
Bonus Top 4 Bet
3 Shawshank

Shawshank is looking to continue his impressive recent form, with two wins and three placings on heavy tracks. He’s proven over the 1600m, with two placings and a win at the distance, and will appreciate stepping back up after a solid effort over 1400m last start. This distance suits him better, especially as he tends to hit his stride late in the race. While the odds may not have him marked as the winner, he’s well and truly in the mix and looks a strong chance to run into a minor placing.

New Plymouth R6 – BRANDLAB
Final Race time: 
6th
3. Shawshank (5)
J: Liam Kauri 58.5kg
23112 T: Kevin Myers
8.50WIN
2.60PLACE
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.betcha.co.nz/racing. Data retrieved: 12/09/2026 02:07:04 AM (Pacific/Auckland)
Best Multi Rescue Bet

Riccarton Race 7: 4 Belle Du Monde Win
Riccarton Race 8: 7 Bella Luce Top 4
New Plymouth Race 6: 3 Shawshank Top 4
Flemington Race 8: 1 Mr Brightside Top 3
All Selections Win @ $11.86 (odds subject to change)

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