The Battler's Big Value

Published: 23 Jan 2015

Well-backed to win - Mighty Lucky has been supported at Randwick today

The rail gets pulled right out to eight metres for today's card at 'headquarters' for the third week of racing in a row. That could be important if you're looking for value on the card, with gallopers near the pace likely to get a sweet run.

The Race Guide's Bookie Battler has a candid look at some big-priced chances.

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Race 3 - TAB REWARDS HANDICAP 1800m - Mary Lou $5

"You don't go broke backing tough ponies. Put the money on and watch her throw the kitchen sink at them. I'm on."

One tough pony - Mary Lou always gives her all

Race 4 - ASCEND SALES TROPHIES HANDICAP 1000m - Tahitian Black $5.5

"This ageing brute is name after girl's jewellery. Don't let that put you off though, he's a real fighter." 

Fast finisher - Tahitian Black is a powerful sprinter

Race 5 - JAMES BOAG'S PREMIUM HANDICAP 1200m - Medusa's Miss $13

"Inside draw and big odds in a mare's lottery will do me. There's nothing ugly about that price."

Good barrier - Medusa's Miss could get the box seat 

Race 6 - VILI'S PIES AUSTRALIA DAY CUP 2400m - Ghost Protocol $9

"This guy will ghost up to them at the 200m and sweep past. Monster odds for a horse that's flying."

In flying form - Ghost Protocol has never been racing better

Race 7 - CARRINGTON STAKES 1400m - Mighty Lucky $18

"Nathan Thomas stays lucky and keeps the ride. Praying he doesn't muck this up. I'm on."

Big odds - Mighty Lucky has a great chance second-up

Race 8 - TAB.COM.AU HANDICAP 1400m - Absalon $26

"When he's going well he's a winner and you've got to love that. Love the odds too."

Knows how to win - Absalon showed a return to form last start