Hit hard by Equine Flu, the race that stops the nation is looking a little under the weather this year. But we’ve found the solution: The Slice Stakes.
At 3:20pm on Tuesday 6 November, 24 of the most dynamic thoroughbreds from the Slice stables will be battling it out in a gruelling 3.2mb download sprint.
So fluff up your fascinator, Windsor knot your tie and study the form guide below. Pick who you think will come in first, second and third and email your trifector to bookie@slicemedia.com.au (Insiders Tips).
You could pick up one of 5 top notch bubbly packs from our friends at Gourmandise. Entries
close Monday 5 November 2007 at 5pm.
1 Talkback Mountain: A king of the track, feared by many, favoured by babyboomers. Still running strong despite the unfavourable odds. Odds: 76
2 Comms ci Comms ca: A relaxed, easy going horse with it’s eye on delivering the right message for it’s trainers. Odds: 16
3 Journo Idol: This prize colt has delivered many happy returns for its punters, although has been known to be quite unpredictable under pressure. May respond to the whip. Odds: 3.5
4 Press Released: Compact and powerful, when ridden correctly this proven performer can create a real sense of excitement. Always worth an each way bet. Odds: 9
5 Media Puzzle: A previous winner of this race, arguably the most aptly named horse in the field.Odds: 6.5
6 Marketeer: Looks well conditioned and knows the course. Having trained hard and passed all tests will be eager to prove himself over the distance. Odds: 14
7 Desk Jockey: Known for her multi-tasking, this fine filly is completely capable of pulling one out of her hat. Odds: 50
8 Climate change: Dismissed early in its career, this late bloomer is now attracting a lot of attention. Odds: 9
9 Go You Slice thing: A new entrant to the field offering great odds for those with limited budgets. Odds: 2.5
10 Deadlineabe Diva: Able to get her nose to the post under pressure and within budget. Impressive performances and three previous titles. Odds: 18
11 Dollar High: A local filly doing very well on the US circuit of late. Odds: 9
12 The Worm: Difficult to gauge its form. Track record rarely translates to race day result. Odds: 35
13 Tax Cutter: Always a favourite with the punters. Odds: 13
14 Eel Ekshun: a very excitable mare coming into its prime this November. Gets a run every three years but fails to inspire public. Odds: 28
15 Mahdzlinger: Likes a wet track. Other runners will be careful not to get in its wake as some of the mud can stick. Odds: 15
16 Consumer Confidence: Has experienced a series of highs and lows this year. Running well now and likely to finish strongly. Odds: 18
17 Ed Torial: A solid and conventional performer although written off as irrelevant by many turf watchers. Odds: 9
18 Blogger: Unpredictable, could do anything on the day. Jockey is also the strapper, trainer and owner. Odds: 35
19 Tab Lloyd: The peoples’ favourite, but its poor pedigree and lack of depth could see it struggle against serious competition. Odds: 13
20 Santa Clause: in training for a big race just around the corner. Is sure to wipe punters out. Odds: 28
21 Media Circus: Given enough momentum this one could run wildly away, destroying a few reputations in the process. Odds: 15
22 Drugzensport: There’s no way of slowing this one down. Virtually unstoppable. Odds: 4
23 C’ rent Affairs: Surprisingly quick and agile. Able to leap back fences and outrun shonky fridge repairmen. Odds: 20
24 Mukraiker: Stable mate of Mahdzlinger. Prepared to dig deep in order to bury an opponent. Odds: 100
Saddle up Slicers!
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