CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN
Port Macquarie racing preview, 28 February 2022
With a thrilling victory under her belt last start and the ability to handle rain affected ground, Endorphins has strong credentials in the Trackside Photography Class 3 Handicap at Port Macquarie on Monday.
After resuming from a spell, the daughter of Sebring was narrowly defeated by Fantasy Eagle at the circuit a month ago before attacking a Benchmark 58 Handicap at Tamworth last start.
In an exhilarating finish, Endorphins was able to storm down the outside section of the track to claim Full Press in the shadows of the post and score a decisive win.
The brown mare should appreciate the increased distance of this assignment and a record of two victories and three placings on soft and heavy ground should provide further confidence around her chances in the event.
It is also significant that Kris Lees has engaged the services of Dylan Gibbons with the leading apprentice already enjoying a positive relationship on Endorphins following victory at Scone last September.
Ultimate Man should provide the stiffest opposition following a narrow victory over Terrius at Grafton two starts ago with keen judges willing to forgive the Greg Howells trained gelding after a last start ninth behind Ambridge at the same circuit.
Others with strong credentials include Bob who was narrowly defeated by Millennium Jewel at his recent run at Taree while Lincoln Park and Onehero possess sound claims.
Pressita was responsible for a gallant second behind Ghost Hunter in the Ron Martin Maiden at Walcha two starts ago and the Neil Godbolt trained mare should be rewarded for consistency with victory in the second event.
The daughter of Press Statement put the writing on the wall with a placing behind Prince of Trust at Taree a fortnight ago and can handle soft track conditions, which could prove decisive.
Other good investments on the program centre around the chances of Rockbarton Roman in the Maiden Plate with the Rubick gelding responsible for a great second behind Kamikaze Kid after a five-month break while Imprinted has strong credentials in race five.
There are numerous chances in the Mark Prior Farewell Benchmark 66 Handicap with Millennium Jewel looking for a hattrick of victories at north coast circuits despite facing stiff opposition for Monday’s assignment.
Fantasy Eagle is looking to extend the positive strike rate enjoyed by followers of the Allan Denham stable with the son of Zacinto currently unbeaten in three appearances at Port while Kapsali is racing with immense success and deserves consideration.
The event is named in honour of Mark Prior, who is leaving the organisation after many years in the position of Racing Manager for the club.
Mark has been a hardworking and diligent worker who has always strived to present the circuit in the best possible condition and all at Port wish him the absolute best for the future.
The course proper is handling the inclement weather conditions currently affecting the north coast well with officials monitoring the skies in the days leading up to the fixture.
All racing enthusiasts on the north coast will be cheering loudly for Swamp Nation and Little Prophet in the final of the $500,000 Newhaven Park Country Championships Final at Randwick on April 2nd following the pair’s exciting finish in the district qualifier at Taree last weekend.
Chase my Crown led down the home running but was no match for the finishing burst of the Glen Milligan trained filly, Swamp Nation, with Colt Prosser landing a finals birth after the powerful finishing effort of Little Prophet was able to claim second prize.
Races on the program recognise the support provided by Prime 7 Local News, De Bortoli Wines, Tabcorp, John Oxley Motors, Carlton and United Breweries, Trackside Photography and GemLife Rainbow Beach with the club urging everyone to support these fine brands.
The Port racing complex remains a COVID-19 safe venue and everyone is encouraged to remain vigilant and follow guidelines despite the relaxation of many government regulations.
General admission tickets can be pre-booked or purchased on race day with further information regarding reserved seating available by contacting the Port Macquarie Race Club office on 02 6581 1964 or email on admin@portmacquarieraceclub.com.au.
There are great viewing and seating areas available with refreshment, dining and wagering facilities in full operation throughout the grounds.
Selections
Race 1 – 1.05pm PRIME 7 LOCAL NEWS CLASS 1 HCP (1000 M)
2 Don’t Doubt Katie, 1 Hauraki Gulf, 5 Wandjina Rose
Race 2 – 1.45pm DE BORTOLI WINES MAIDEN HCP (1000 M)
1 Pressita, 10 Lanover, 12 Maslina
Race 3 – 2.25pm TAB – LONG MAY WE PLAY MAIDEN PLATE (1500 M)
7 Rockbarton Roman, 4 Ciao Bicky, 5 Fighting Magnus
Race 4 – 3.05pm JOHN OXLEY MOTORS MAIDEN PLATE (1200 M)
5 Whatever I Say,14 Rockbarton Lass,7 Phases
Race 5 – 3.40pm CARLTON DRY CG&E BENCHMARK 58 HCP (1200 M)
1 Imprinted, 6 Super Bound, 7 Forbidden Palace
Race 6 – 4.15pm GEMLIFE RAINBOW BEACH F&M BM 58 HCP (1200 M)
5 Alibi Dot Com, 6 Opaleyes, 1 Jazzles
Race 7 – 4.50pm TRACKSIDE PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS 3 HCP (1800 M)
4 Endorphins, 2 Ultimate Man, 3 Bob
Race 8 – 5.30pm MARK PRIOR FAREWELL BM 66 HCP (1500 M)
12 Millennium Jewel, 4 Fantasy Eagle, 10 Kapsali
