The Battler's Big Value

Published: 20 Mar 2015

There's going to be some drama today at 'Rosey'. After millions of dollars spent by owners and a lot of hard work from trainers, reputations will be made or lost in only a couple of minutes of on-track action.

If you're having a bet, all that means is that you know everyone's gunning for the win. The jockeys will be jostling for position and there are sure to be a few hard luck tales for the pub later.

Going wide and searching out some big value could be the way to go.

The Race Guide's Bookie Battler has a candid look at a few chances at odds.

Golden Slipper - HAPTIC $17

"This bloke's got an engine bigger than a V8, he'll put up a massive fight for your money. Get on him and a couple of others to snag the Luxbet bonus bet."

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Race 3 - PRINCEFAMOUS $4.80

"Gave them a spanking last start. He knows how to put them away and the odds are OK. I'm on."

Race 6 - FLAMBERGE $18

"He's named after a weapon and races like it. Goes forward and tries to put them to the sword. Like him."

Race 8 - ROYAL DESCENT $31

"Waller can sneak up with his ponies and this girl did OK last time. Taking the value she bounces back."

Race 9 - TREMEC $16

"Reckon Reith will stoke this bloke up early and get serious this time. He's massive odds. I'm on."