2020/21 New Zealand Jockey Premiership winner Danielle Johnson has provided us with her top bets to follow this weekend. Check them out below 👇
4 Espadas put in an excellent effort fresh up in a strong rating 75 race. Back to 65 grade here and drawn to get a nice run. Races like the 1400 metres will suit and looks very hard to beat.
Ellerslie R4 – HORIZON BY SKYCITY 1400
| 4. Espadas (1) Scratched: | |||
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7 Hankee Alpha is a smart mare who should take natural improvement out of her first up outing. Any rain would be an assist too. Will be hard to hold out.Â
Ellerslie R5 – BARFOOT & THOMPSON 1200
| 7. Hankee Alpha (2) J: Masa Hashizume 55.5kg 550X3 T: Lance O’Sullivan & Andrew Scott |
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9 Manzor Blue got too far back at Trentham but was doing good work late in the race. This race looks easier, and she has a good record on the Otaki track.Â
Otaki R5 – NEW WORLD OTAKI HANDICAP
| 9. Manzor Blue (5) J: Kate Hercock 54.5kg 3X220 T: Lisa Latta |
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