Digging in for the fight

Published: 25 Jan 2016

Fighting qualities - Backing tough and genuine gallopers can pay good dividends 

Australians love a true Aussie battler, it's something our culture has been founded on. Whether it's our troops taking on the impossible fight at Gallipoli or simply an under-manned footy team getting the win with minutes to spare, there's something about the underdog that we all love.

On the celebration of all that is great about the country, The Race Guide's Analyst team have picked out a few Australia Day gallopers with the Aussie fighting spirit. 

All odds are provided by CrownBet.

Randwick Race 3

"The bold frunt-runner" 

"A bold tough galloper that leads from the front. You'll know he's ready to do you proud if he parades with that familiar sheen to his beautiful dark coat."

Bet on BLACK JAG at $6.5

Leads from the front - Veteran stayer Black Jag could have one more big run in him

Randwick Race 4

"The Canberra raider"

"Trained down in the country's capital, she's shown real guts and determination to win 3 of her 5 starts. Ready to win again from a perfect draw."

Bet on NORTHERN FURY at $5

Caulfield Race 5

"Flying filly"

"She's been hitting the line with force, a filly ready to show her best up to Caulfield's mile. Watch for her late."

Bet on CHABAUD at $4

Caulfield Race 7

"Tries 'til he's tired"

"Does what his name says, tries 'til he's tired. A warrior of a horse that's been building up to this run. Hard to beat."

Bet on TRIED AND TIRED at $6.5

Randwick Race 7

"Dawn attack"

"Under-rated and loves Royal Randwick, the run at Rosehill last start didn't make the most of his tough qualities. Big early each-way value."

Bet on SPINNING DAWN at $21

Sustains his run - Spinning Dawn can bounce back after getting out-sprinted last start