So, we're down to 36 in the 66th running of the British Bred Produce Stakes, and this year's already thrown up some suprise packages.
The 1st round is always a bit of a strange one, as there are so many short price favourites. This might not be everybody's cup of tea, however if you're willing to bet big, or do several multiple bets, to be honest it should be hard to lose on that opening round. It's the next couple of rounds that'll sort the dogs from the greyhounds, as the short gaps are sure to hit the ones that need the rest.
Anywho, I'll actually preview the races this time around rather than pricing up. It seems if I was a bookie I was a tad generous on some of the races!
Heat 1: 20:30
My Pick: Wilson
Very difficult race to fathom this one, as there are a couple of stand outs, however I've sided with Wilson. This son of Ballymac Maeve showed some superb early pace to lead up comfortably last time, and romped up by over 12 lengths to win in 28.64. I tweeted on the night (@SwindonRacing) that this was performance of the night, and I still stand by that. The only thing in this race is that the opposition is classier, so it might not get everything his way. However, as I see it, he's getting to the bend in front and I think he'll be hard to catch.
For the places, obviously you'd be looking at both Dave Firmager's Romeo You Decide and Nick Savva's Bubbly Swallow. With the way the weather is at the moment (a massive factor to look at is bias, and what is staying on etc), I'd be siding with Swallow to pick up the 2nd, just due to the face that she runs on so strongly, and on slow going, I'd be siding with running on dog.
My Pick: 5-2-3
Heat 2: 20:45
My Pick: Westmead Adonis
I know its not exactly original, but how can you not fancy Adonis in this race. Arguably, this race is actually easier than the first round, so expect the same sort of price again. Nick Savva's dog is the sure favourite to win the competition and rightfully so.
For the places, Benkaat Blue could give Adonis a run for early pace. Mark Wallis' greyhound is a Puppy Derby finalist at Monmore, so has that big race experience. He went well in his first race, admittedly not posting the best time, but has room for improvement. Adonis is sure to catch him out in the staying department, however.
My Pick: 2-4-3
Heat 3: 21:00
My Pick: Johnny Kwango
Again I think this is a case of the 2nd round being easier than the first round. Kwango opened his account nicely by posting the fastest time of the heats, and he can make it 2 from 2 here. Andy Clarke's dog could be the one to watch in this competition.
For the places, I'm looking at Smack A Rooner. Alan McDowell's bitch ran well against Tina Marina, and showed good pace into the bend. More of the same could see her qualify well. Romeo Gallant is one to watch aswell, as he's bound to improve from the first race round Swindon.
My Pick: 2-6-4
Heat 4: 21:15
My Pick: Brizzle Blue
One of my favourites is proving to be the local hopeful in this competition! Blue ran really well in his heat, posting a good 28.82. In this race, he's the sole wide seed, and with the 5 being such a sharp railer, I can see him getting the cleanest run of the lot and winning this race.
Obviously, the 5 dog, Romeo Recruit was class in winning his heat, however the trap draw is a bit of a nightmare. Recruit will need to pace up well and get round that first bend to get on terms here.
My Pick: 6-5-2
Heat 5: 21:30
My Pick: Teena Marina
Teena Marina can make it a quick fire double for trainer Andy Clarke here. Marina ran a decent race in beating Bubbly Swallow by 1/2 length, but I think she needed the couple of looks round, as she's looked a tad green to the track. She can come on from that first win, and I'd expect a decent time from her.
In what is a decent race, the places are going to be a battle and a half. I think Peacemaker can do well once again in this race. John Millard's dog is two from two here at Swindon, and is pacing up really well in his races. If he traps like he did last week, then he'll be tough to beat. Fabulous Shanty is my other qualifier for Dave Firmager. Shanty ran on like a steam train last week, and will be there or there abouts.
My Pick: 5-2-4
Heat 6: 21:45
My Pick: Hedsor Arthur
Hedsor Arthur, trained by Mal Cumner, looks to have a plum draw here as the sole wide seed. A tough race to fathom out in all honesty, Arthur just seems to have that consistency round Swindon, and should win or be there abouts to the drop.
Local hope Gemstone Jack could run a big race here, having won his heat on Saturday. Kevin Hutton's dog did hit a bit of crowding at the first bend last week, and needs to get some clear runs under his belt in my opinion.
My Pick: 6-5-1
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