Premier Racing at Sandown Park features the return of the Great Eight series with tonight’s 595m event including G1 Rookie Rebel runner-up Aston Ulysses, G1 Harrison-Dawson finalist Nikoli Bale and the in-form Starlight Tyson.

G2 Launceston Cup winner Hill Top Jack headlines a Mixed 4/5 595m event, while Happy Ruby v Sandy Camp Road v Radek Bale v Warringah Bale is an even Mixed 3/4 515m race.

Balbina Bale v Zipping Scorcher v Brother Bearing v G2 placegetter Loxton Bale v Set Me Free and dual Group finalist Indy Fido v G1 runner-up Fernando Mick v dual Group placegetter McCooly’s Lad should both be competitive Grade 5 events.

Dale Code’s Predicted Market Firmer
THUNDER PIE
TAB fixed odds at 9am: $3.30 Win
? Warragul ? Race 9 ? Box 6 ⏱ 5:09pm
Form ? https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538703/race/9

Today’s Racing

Shepparton: 11:32am start
Form     Tips     Key stats

Warragul: 2:12pm start
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Warrnambool: 5:45pm start
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Sandown Park: 6:12pm start
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TAB Flying Amy Classic Final
Albion Park (Race 8 at 8:55pm)

Today’s Drawcards

HILL TOP JACK

Trainer: David Geall
? Sandown Park ? Race 7
? Box 1 ? 595m ⏱ 8:25pm

Claim to fame:
– 1st Group 2 Launceston Cup
– 68% top-three from 68 starts

TAB fixed odds: $1.85

The Watchdog says: Yes

ASTON ULYSSES

Trainer: Paul Abela
? Sandown Park ? Race 8
? Box 1 ? 595m ⏱ 8:49pm

Claim to fame:
– 2nd Group 1 Rookie Rebel
– 33.81 PB Sandown Park 595m

TAB fixed odds: $3

The Watchdog says: No

FERNANDO MICK

Trainer: David Geall
? Sandown Park ? Race 9
? Box 4 ? 515m ⏱ 9:10pm

Claim to fame:
– 2nd Group 1 Maturity Classic
– Won 6 of last 11

TAB fixed odds: $2

The Watchdog says: No

? THE WATCHDOG’S $10 INVESTMENT ?
? Thursday 16 June

? $3.50 Multi

First ?: Place – KORDA
? Sandown Park ? Race 1 ? Box 1 ? 515m ⏱ 6:12pm
TAB fixed odds: $1.70 Place
Form ? https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538705/race/1

Second ?: Place – I’M EASY BOYS
? Sandown Park ? Race 4 ? Box 1 ? 715m ⏱ 7:19pm
TAB fixed odds: $1.40 Place (Top two finish required)
Form ? https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538705/race/4

Third ?: Win – HILL TOP JACK
? Sandown Park ? Race 7 ? Box 1 ? 595m ⏱ 8:25pm
TAB fixed odds: $1.85 Win
Form ? https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538705/race/7

The Watchdog says ? : KORDA (1) really caught the eye when placed here last Thursday night and with an ounce of luck at the bend, he should be able to hit the scoreboard. I’M EASY BOYS (1) is one of the most versatile chasers in the game and he is drawn to lead for a long way. The last 40m is a concern but he should have enough in the tank for a top-two finish. HILL TOP JACK (1) has led for a long way in his past two over this journey and with those two runs under his belt, he should hit the line better and get the cash tonight.

Multi price: $4.40

? $3.50 Multi

First ?: Win – KICK IT HOME
? Warrnambool ? Race 4 ? Box 5 ? 390m ⏱ 6:42pm
TAB fixed odds: $1.95 Win
Form ? https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538706/race/4

Second ?: Win – CASH IT IN
? Sandown Park ? Race 11 ? Box 1 ? 515m ⏱ 9:59pm
TAB fixed odds: $1.85 Win
Form ? https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538705/race/11

The Watchdog says ? : KICK IT HOME (5) has been racing well in stronger company of late and she is expected to make every post a winner tonight. CASH IT IN (1) is a serious prospect and from the inside draw, there should be no excuses.

Multi price: $3.60

? $2 Win – NIKOLI BALE

? $1 Win – MEPUNGA WARRIOR

? Must Watch Race ?

Great Eight event

? Sandown Park ? Race 8
? Boxes 3 & 6 ? 595m
⏱ 8:49pm

TAB fixed odds: $4.40 Win (Nikoli Bale)
TAB fixed odds: $8 Win (Mepunga Warrior)

The Watchdog says ?: I’m expecting NIKOLI BALE (3) to roll to the early lead, and he will prove very hard to reel in. We will have a small saver bet on MEPUNGA WARRIOR (6) as well. He has the ability to lead or come from off the pace.

‘Must Watch Race’ Preview ?:

ASTON ULYSSES (1) has a great record over this track/distance and he recorded his sizzling 33.81sec PB from this draw. If he can step on terms, he should be able to hold a top-two spot through the bend and figure in the finish. NIKOLI BALE (3) is an extremely underrated speedster, and he has turned in some great performances of late. He steps up to the 595m journey and he should have enough pace to cross and lead. KNICKS BALE (5) is a Group 1 winner and one of the most versatile chasers in work. She has the ability to lead or come from off the pace in her races and an ounce of luck early can see her hit the scoreboard. MEPUNGA WARRIOR (6) is the interesting runner. He has turned in two big performances over 525m since resuming and he steps up to his ideal distance range. The draw is a concern but if he can time the start, he has the pace to put himself into a prominent spot and he will be there to strike as they turn for home.

Form ? https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538705/race/8

The Watchdog’s selections: 3 – 1 – 6 – 5

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