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Singapore racing best bets, race analysis looking at the full Singapore card Sunday, 7th July 2019 with selections & information on all the contenders.

RACE 1

EXTRA WIN (1) – Raced creditably in much better company than this. Will take a power of beating if things go her way.
MIKCAIPHO (8) – Has slipped down the ratings and seems to be more competitive in Class 5 company. Place claims.
PLUCKY LAD (12) – Not the sort to string two good runs together, but on his last-start maiden success in similar course and distance, there is no reason why he can't strike again here. Low barrier helps.
LUCK MAK MAK (3) – Doesn't win out of turn, but from the better gate this time, he may try and pinch the race from the front – tactics used at his only win in 21 starts. Will show some cheek if he gets his own way in front. Losing crossover noseband and blinker-pacifiers. Just pacifiers left on.

RACE 2

HUGO (1) – Exposed type who has been frustrating but gets his chance to break maiden status in a suitable affair. Expect bold showing.
STORMY VIEW (11) – Performed well on debut when finishing runner-up to a smart type. Will take benefit with step-up in journey. She must be respected.
LUCKY TRIO (2) – Stormed into the runner-up position on debut. Has to transfer that form to the Polytrack surface but has ability. Keep safe.
STAR FIFTYTWO (4) – Performed fairly well on debut. Open to improvement, so keep safe for the minor end. In the mix.

RACE 3

ARAMCO (2) - Classy sprinter resuming after a let-up from his Group 1 Lion City Cup victory. Despite the small field, there appears to be plenty of pace in this affair which will play into his hands. Respect.
WEBSTER (4) - Potentially more effective on the Polytrack surface but is hard to knock on recent efforts. Well drawn to perform and is capable of contesting the business end.
DUTROW (6) - Ran above market expectation last start. This assignment is tougher but he is capable of being a factor with the lightweight. Don't dismiss.
WAR AFFAIR (1) - Experienced campaigner who brings a serious record to this affair. Has been struggling to produce his best but his last trial indicates an improved effort is near.

RACE 4

ROCKET STAR (1) – Imposing victory in the second Leg makes it hard to tip against him. Only query is the turf. If he handles it without any issues, he will be hard to peg back at the business end.
GOLDEN DASH (3) – Well-backed second-up and duly delivered under an inspiring ride by Juan Paul van der Merwe on the same course and distance. The pair recombine in a 2YO race this time and can prove lethal again.
ADMIRAL WINSTON (2) – Talented 2YO who put in the big bounds in the second Leg, but was just outsprinted by Rocket Star that day. Hard to see him topple his nemesis at the same level weights again, but as he seems to have improved further, he can still turn the tables.
INFERNO (9) – Looks to be a nice sort if his winning barrier trial on June 20 is anything to go by. Pays to follow from a future perspective.

RACE 5

MOWGLI (5) – After two warm-up runs, looks ready to step up to the plate. Blinkers on. Commands respect.
SEA DRAGON (4) – Was being hailed the winner on debut as he looked like he could keep eventually winner Bushido tightly pocketed in, but once the latter found his way out, he had to settle for third place. Senior jockey jumps aboard this time. Major say.
STRONG N POWERFUL (9) – Made ground late to run a distant third to Rocket Star in the second Leg of the 2YO series. Electing for a Restricted Maiden race instead. Keep safe.
KUDA BAGUS (1) – Making some headway. Has not quite lived up to his moniker (Good Horse in Malay), but won't surprise if he makes his presence felt in this.

RACE 6

CHOCANTE (1) – Performed well last start in a much tougher race. Will appreciate the drop back in grade to Class 4 and is well drawn to perform. Commands respect.
POLE PARADISE (3) – Has been racing well without winning. Finds conditions to suit and career credentials must be respected. Major player.
TARO SAN (7) – Tends to mix his form but bounced back to form last start with a handy runner-up finish. Worth considering with a repeat dose.
RAHEEB (2) – Hard to knock on recent outings. The step back marginally in trip looks no concern, so must be included in the mix with the right breaks.

RACE 7

BRIMSTONE (2) – Hard to knock on recent efforts. Well drawn to perform and finds conditions to suit. Expect bold showing.
RIVER HAPPINESS (1) – Has struggled to fire in four outings but has the upside to improve and will appreciate the drop in grade. Major player.
GROS PITON (4) – Hasn't been far from the mark in recent outings. Has the credentials to figure in a race of this nature.
DRAGONITE (8) – Has shown improvement in recent outings. The journey appears short of his best but has had a freshen-up leading into this affair.

RACE 8

DRAGON DUKE (3) – Faces big rise in distance. Gives every indication he can see it out. Go close.
TIME LORD (2) – Ignore last run when he returned as a roarer. Also had a torrid trip three wide. Seems to have recovered. Can bounce back.
ROBIN HOOD (1) – Gave glimpses of form return at his last couple of starts. Would account for this at his peak. Take on trust.
CROWN GIFT (6) – Didn't lose any admirers at his last two starts, finishing behind the placegetters. Again looks safely held here, but if he gets the right breaks, a podium finish is on the cards. Four-kilo claim will be a big help.

RACE 9

CHALAZA (1) - Consistent performer who is trending towards a suitable rating. Isn't ideally drawn but gets conditions to suit with the claim of Simon Kok Wei Hoong. Expect bold showing.
FEDERATION (7) - Hard to knock on recent efforts. Well drawn to get an economical run in behind the leaders and is capable of contending with a repeat dose of latest outings.
NATIONALITY (5) - Has been struggling to win but has been racing well. Well drawn to perform, so expect bold showing. Keep safe.
WALKING THUNDER (11) - Has performed satisfactorily in two runs since a break. Ready to peak third-up and is a knockout chance on best efforts. In the mix.

RACE 10

SALAMENCE (6) – Vastly-improved sort. Scored a slashing win at his last outing. The 1400m is right up his alley. Can double the dose.
ATLANTIC FOX (11) – Let down for a closing third to stablemate Federation first-up from a three-month break. Will relish extra 200m and will strip fitter for this. Can threaten.
SUPER RAY (8) – Plugged away well for third place to Axel at his last run. Not without qualities, but it looks like the penny has not quite dropped with him.
DIAMOND BEAUTY (4) – Has not set the world alight in three runs but is not without some ability either. She seems to need more ground. Each-way claims.