Winning Form is thrilled to share their top selections for the thrilling Fairview racing happening Friday, 19 January 2018. These expert tips are a combo of Winning Form’s insights and the much-loved Magic Tips brought to you by eMeM.
Winning Form’s Finest Best Bets
- Race 1: ALFEO(1)
- Race 6: WIDOW’S LAMP(4)
- Race 7: WARRIOR POET(4)
- Race 8: FLYING ROCK(1)
Magic Tips Top Picks
Race 1: ALFEO(1)
Jockey: G Cheyne – Trainer: A Greeff
ALFEO showed great promise on debut over four furlongs at this course last month. This speedy Crusade colt is well-supported and expected to improve naturally. Notably, he finished half a length ahead of SPEED FLYER, who was a surprising third at long odds on that same day.
Race 6: WIDOW’S LAMP(4)
Jockey: L Hewitson – Trainer: Y Bremner
The improving WIDOW’S LAMP demonstrated a smart finishing burst three weeks ago to beat the stable companion Veeipee Club over a mile on the polytrack. Though stepping up in class, she should appreciate the extra furlong and might still be underestimated by the handicapper despite a three-pound rise.
Race 7: WARRIOR POET(4)
Jockey: C Murray – Trainer: Tara Laing
WARRIOR POET, the joint best weighted in the race, seems well-suited for today’s seven-furlong trip and the expected steady pace. He could overturn the form against veteran gelding HEIR TO RICHES, who impressed running second despite weight disadvantage last week. However, the slower pace might not favour Heir To Riches. Previously, Warrior Poet defeated him convincingly on this course and distance.
Top Bet
Race 8: FLYING ROCK(1)
Jockey: C Murray – Trainer: Tara Laing
FLYING ROCK showed a strong finish to claim a smooth win against tougher opponents on the polytrack four weeks ago. He looks set to follow up, having only a modest three-pound penalty. He meets BUCKINGHAMPSHIRE, who is on 1.5 kg worse terms after a narrow defeat here recently.
Value Bet
Race 3: SEEKING WISDOM(11)
Jockey: K Steyn – Trainer: S Kotzen
This competitive maiden race could be worth watching, as SEEKING WISDOM, a lightly raced chestnut filly by Elusive Fort, impressed with strong late progress for fourth over seven furlongs here on 3 January. She should enjoy stepping up to the mile distance.
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