After a cracking Debut on Saturday with 4 winners saluting including his Best Bet CORNER POCKET which won impressively, our Victorian Tipster Mitchell Bennett aka Phil McTips is back with a Midweek $andown $et.

(Prices are current as of 11:00am Wednesday 30th June 2021 through NSW TAB)

$ANDOWN $ET:

R1. Crestani ($3.10)

R2. Thunder Point E/W ($14/$4.20)

R3. Nordic Pride ($5)

R4. TWO HORSE PLAY: Carrie/She’s On Time – Both E/W ($4.40/$1.90) & ($9/$3)

R5. Wilmont Pass ($3.20)

R6. Smoking Romans ($2)

R7. Influential Jack ($4)

R8. Little Stevie E/W ($5/$1.95)

R9. TWO HORSE PLAY: Chief Altony/Facemask E/W ($3.40/$1.65) & ($12/$3.60)

Best Bet – Race 6: Smoking Romans ($2)

Next Best – Race 7: Influential Jack ($4)

Best Value – Race 2: Thunder Point ($14/$4.20)

Quaddie:

Leg 1 – 2,11

Leg 2 – 5,10,13

Leg 3 – 3,8,10

Leg 4 – 2,6,9,14,19

$50 = 55%

GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY PUNTING!!!

By Hayden Wessel –

RACE 1: A rough one to start with for the youngsters, but going with FOREVER DREAMING (8) on top, strong win last time in and can repeat that from a good draw. For meTOPPA THE MOUNTAIN (2) can run a very cheeky race from gate 1, especially if he kicks up and holds the fence, worth watching. STARRING KNIGHT (7) and VOGUES CHOICE (13) both talented first starters who will no doubt show some promise today. 

RACE 2: EXPRESS TIME (2) definitely on top for me here, from a good draw should be able to replicate last starts efforts. SPEEDY MISS(1) will be a danger, and could be a challenge. VITAL BLAST (5) and SNIPPY MISS (8) place chances. 

RACE 3: Really tough race this one, leaning with CRESCENT CITY (9), will most likely shoot over and grab the lead. If he can do that then he’ll run a race. Can’t ignore ABERDEEN QUEEN (1), even with the weight and likely lack of speed in the race she’s a class mare. TRULY INSPIRED (8) and BEAT THE BRO (2) are both ones to watch, can’t rule them out either. 

RACE 4: SECRET PLAN (7) on top here, with Pike on board he should be able to kick off this preparation with a win. ACROMANTULA (2) is a worry, with a soft lead could give something to chase, but the weight may be a tad much. VANE TEMPEST (3) looks she’ll get the run of the race, interesting to see if she’s got what it takes to finish it off. REIGN OF FIRE (5) place chance.

RACE 5: Very exciting race this one, and can’t go against the shirt favourite MISS CONTEKI(4). A tough win over Nerodio is outstanding form and she’s a classy mare. PANZDOWN (5) the only challenge. GEMMAS SON (1) and LONG BEACH (6) for placings.

RACE 6: Tricky race this one, but FAIREDU (6) for me here. Looks set to get the best run of the race, sit off the speed a tad and chime in down the straight. DEVOTED STAR (13) next best, will have a strong finish but may have too much ground to make up, watch if she settles closer.MR DELEGATOR (8) looks the pacemaker, if he can shoot to the fence and stack them up then it might get interesting. Can’t leave out SECRET STATUE (15) but it’ll be tricky from gate 1, stuck on the fence is not where you want to be. 

RACE 7: Stay out race, really not a good betting field and difficult. If I had to, I’d be with ADORNMENT (1). BORN TO TRY (10), BLACKWATER BAY (8) and TRUE ATTRACTION (3) all chances. 

RACE 8: Main event of the day, and I’m going with DANCE MUSIX (8). No natural leader in the race apart from her, and if she crosses and takes the fence then I think it might be game over. THE VELVET KING (2) is a definite watch, from the draw could possibly kick up on the fence. If he sits off he’s going to be in a position to challenge anyway. Can’t ignore LEADING GIRL (7), but whether there is enough speed in the race for her to chase I don’t know. KAY CEE (7) is a very classy mare on her day and if she turns up, she’ll give a show. Just depends if she does turn up. 

RACE 9: The classic western phrase of “Back Pike and drink what you like” will be on show in the last here. BRIGHT DIAMOND (10) looks set to get the job done. THE SPRUIKER (8) may provide some challenge. NO SURRENDER (7) and LONSDALE LADY (6) for the place.

GOOD LUCK & HAPPY PUNTING!!!

 

By Hilly –

Ladbrokes recently produced a short interview with Champion jockey, Glen Boss. Boss who is one win away from holding the whip, cricket style, riding 100 Group1 Winners. In the interview Boss briefly talks about the low times in his career and how he was close to taking his life and ending it all. It is a timely reminder and a chance to talk about this taboo topic which doesn’t discriminate and is becoming increasingly spoken about more in the mainstream media especially, which can only be a positive thing.

I’m sure we have all had highs and lows in life, then there are the ones we have as punters. The punt is based on success and when we have those days, where a jockey has butchered your mount, the gaps didn’t open in the home straight or the jockey fell off mid run. You have done your dough and then darkness begins to envelope you. We hate the world , the punt, the missus and kids at home . However, as the saying the goes the show must go on, no matter how low you are feeling, you cant let the Punt control your emotions, you must control your emotions and if you cant, don’t bet, its as simple as that.

Remember there is always a way out and if you think you are at that stage there is help out there. But first it is up to you to make that first step and reach out, and talk. It is nothing to be afraid of or ashamed of. Unbeknown to you the person next to you at the TAB, your work mate or your best mate may be going through the same thing. It sounds cliche but its true: Its not weak to speak!

Ladbrokes video on Glen Boss can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eitfUmIzmfE&t=148s

The Extended Version can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENQrdCdntcY

By Mr YTP (Mitchell Krause) –

Back by popular demand, some thoughts from yours truly on the current state of a few issues, I have finally come down from Magic Millions in January and back to reality and don’t I wake up to nothing short of a complete and utter fuck around.

Peter V’landys or whatever halfwit has ruined the NRL needs and uppercut, its turned into C Grade Social Wednesday night Oztag. Somebody get Reg Reagan on the buzzer and lets turn back the clock to when another man could headbutt someone without a please explain. Imagine only being able to go to the races sober, not floating above your body. Thats whats the NRL is doing to us, they are forcing us to watch sober games with no spice, everything needs spice.

Next thing you will be trying to force feed me Womens State Of Origin or a Paul Gallen fight. My counterpart Jack who runs this show is a proper Diehard Sharks fan, he is still a punish when we drink he brings up the Sharks Grand Final win from what seems like 10 years ago now and how they did it right, didn’t go and buy one….now look at them….

Toot Toot G-Train. Last time I was happier than seen his get knocked out was the birth of my son.

My usual Saturday afternoon donation to the most corrupt organisation in the game has reached new heights, and no I’m not talking about the Catholic Church, I am talking about Sportsbet. I haven’t been able to tip a jar lately, I have been blaming jockeys, the weather, the horses float on the way to the races , the weather again. Sent Sportsbet a message asking for some bonus bets but apparently, I don’t qualify, I can guarantee you if I gave some other cunt $500 every Saturday he would at least give me a bonus reach around or at least a pat on the back.

Its not like I am asking them to chop their arm off, to be honest I am going to give it straight back to them with not much more of a profitable outcome than a loss. I did get close to a winner a few weeks back though, until Vega One ridden by the Goddess of Horse Racing Jamie Kah decided to sprout wings or grew a jet burner out its arse and crushed them dreams quickly, but as I have told you all before….Keep Fucking Punting.

I am an avid NFL supporter, I love to gamble on most American sports but especially the NFL. There is something about a corrupt global entity that really catches my eye but this one is special. A lot of big money moves made over the off season but not my Green Bay Packers, all we have done is pissed off our Superstar Quarterback to the point he only wants to host fucking Jeopardy. But in saying that I will gamble on it all regardless, its only a rort if ya not involved. Just ask Lebron James,

He whinged about the play in game only to be knocked out in the first round by Phoenix Suns team who were all sucked off at some stage by some Alize thot who was interviewed on the ‘No Jumper’ Podcast hosted by Adam22, that clip can be found here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrzWrH-Vi_k , its a wild story of redemption and power.

There was no real meaning or point to this article, more just a little check in to let you all know I am still kicking and my mindset from ‘THAT’ viral video hasn’t altered at all. Jack and I are striving to bring you an A grade product that him and I are both proud of. We appreciate the support and this may become a regular occurrence if enough people in the world piss me off. Over and Out and remember, Keep Fucking Punting!!!

By Hilly

1 – MR QUICKIE: Not the name you want to be known by amongst the girls, but quick on the track he is. He is a quality racehorse and thats evident by him being lumbered with top weight. Hasn’t raced since 17th April which poses the question, will he be a bit stiff for this.

2 – SAVATOXL: Don’t get this fella confused with Savlon or any other bacterial cream. He’s come up to the Sunshine state via Northern Territory, Victoria and South Australia. Ran okay albeit wayward in the Kingsford Smith Cup, but thinking he may need something for the windburn after this.

3 – TOFANE: The horse with the best kiwi pronunciation in the field. Funny that with him being named after a mountain range in Italy! Best form has her capable but she may have peaked too soon.

4 – IMAGING: One of Wallers crew who has drawn out wide. Has had. ore trials this prep than a St George Forward. Looks like he is having a few issues this time in.

5 – OLMEDO: This horse is the perfect example of putting ambition above ability. Not for me.

6 – SO SI BON: For a non-winner that has earnt 1.8 Million I still don’t see the reason for the hype around this bloke. He is like a haemorrhoid that doesn’t go away. If he wins here, which we are confident he won’t Jack will be running naked down the home straight after the last.

7 – WILD PLANET: If he wins the ol’ Wayney Hawkes aka FONC will have this down as one of the greatest training feats of the modern era. Chose not to run in the Kingsford-Smith giving him a month in. between runs. He has never raced on the specialist track and has a wide gate. Is too good to leave out.

8 – NICCANOVA: We have always had time for this fella and we were on him heavily each way last year when he ran third. Ran that wide last start in the Kingsford-Smith that he could have grabbed a can from the bar! With a patient ride the current $18 on offer has our eyes popping!

9 – I AM SUPERMAN: This race and field might be his kryptonite.

10 – VICTOREM: Has not won a race run 13 months and this is harder than a Country Championships Final. Not going to get a brass razoo of ours this year. Happy to watch him go around.

11 – VEGA ONE: What a win last start in the Kingsford-Smith breaking Gollans G1 drought, I must admit though prob the best ride I have seen on a racetrack. How Kah got him home I will never know. The question now is was that run the horses Grand Final? And also no J.Kah piloting.

12 – THE HARROVIAN: Another one having a month between runs, caught the eye running Home with the flashing lights on in the Kingsford-Smith. Can the connections win the same race two years running with different horses? Will look the winner at some stage.

13 – SIGNORE FOX: Is jumping from the car park, but he can be the wily one in the field that may get under the punters’ guard. The better of the two Snowden runners in my opinion and could cause a boilover at a price. If it does win we can only hope Paulie has tipped it to the stable faithfuls.

14 – EMERALD KINGDOM: Apparently ridden upside down last start and won powerfully. Will be interesting to see how he is ridden this time. Making up the numbers in our opinion.

15 – MADAM ROUGE – SCRATCHED

16 – SUBPOENAED: Could be her day in court, could not, the lemmings are piling in due to the R.Stewart/C.Waller combo that caught everyone by surprise, well not everyone *wink wink*. Can’t see little Ronny Stewart pulling a rabbit out of the hat again here.

17 – MASTER JAMIE: Safe to say we think he wont be mastering a Group1 today. No.

18 – APACHE CHASE: Is an Eagle Farm specialist, but this may have all come too soon for him even with the featherweight. Next year.

19 – OUTBACK BARBIE: A favourite here at YTP and was the horse that inspired the iconic “I’M NOT A GOOD PERSON BUT GOOD THINGS HAPPEN TO BAD PEOPLE” viral video Mitchell made. She seems over the odds but is a VERY inconsistent horse. Take at own risk.

HILLY’S TOP4 STRADBROKE HANDICAP PICKS IN ORDER:

8 – 12 – 1 – 13

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By Hayden Wessell

Being the new kids on the block isn’t always easy, but Archer Park Racing have
definitely proven themselves at the top level of racing. Based in Woodford,
Archer Park have access to some of the best training facilities in the state. Led
by Managing Director Chris Wessel, Archer Park aim to give owners the best
racing experience possible. Chris is a veteran to the racing game, being
involved since he owned his first horse at the age of 18. With 30 years of
experience in business, Chris has acquired many essential skills that make him
the right man to lead Archer Park.

Winning is the name of the game in the racing industry, and Archer Park
definitely make this easy with their team, which includes the Edmonds
Brothers (Toby and Trent), Stuart Kendrick and Matthew Henderson.

Based on the Gold Coast, Toby and Trent are regularly at the top of the
premiership lists in Queensland, and are consistently training around 100
winners per season. Toby has also found plenty of success with many black
type winners, including From Within, Winter Bride, Havasay and Houtzen to
name a few.

On the Sunshine Coast, they have Stuart Kendrick who built himself as the
leading trainer in his first full season. Stuart has also enjoyed success up north,
where he dominated the Mackay racing scene for many years, taking home
plenty of accolades too.

Matthew Henderson leads the local team based in Woodford, and brings a
wealth of racing experience and knowledge to the team. Matthew has worked
for many years with the AJC in multiple roles, and more recently with Racing
Queensland. Archer Park couldn’t be in safer hands with Matthew as the Farm
Manager.

Having had a quiet Magic Millions carnival, Archer Park will definitely have
their eyes set on the Brisbane Winter Carnival, which kicks off in May. They’re
definitely ones to watch, and have a promising future in the racing industry.