Every Saturday, Ryan Phelan hunts for the most reliable locks to strengthen your multi bets. By analysing race maps, sectional times, and key trainer\/driver combinations, he delivers sharp insights to add confidence \u2013 and a touch of excitement \u2013 to your harness racing, thoroughbred, or sports multis.<\/p>\n
Each selection is rated with low, medium, or high confidence and includes a suggested place or win price. The goal? Minimise risk, maximise consistency, and stack the odds in your favour for a strong overall return.<\/p>\n
Race 1 \u2013 1720m Congrats Hall Of Fame Families Pace <\/p>\n
1\/11 Silver Pistol \u2013 Mark Pitt\/Emma Stewart<\/p>\n
Silver Pistol may be a 3yo taking on more seasoned rivals, but this is by far the easiest race he\u2019s faced. He\u2019s already run times the others simply can\u2019t match, and even from the back row over the sprint trip, he looks too sharp.<\/p>\n
Confidence: High\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $1.20<\/p>\n
Race 2 \u2013 2240m Conrats Hall Of Fame Inductees Pace <\/p>\n
2\/11 Kiss \u2013 Ryan Sanderson\/Emma Stewart<\/p>\n
Kiss resumes without a trial and cops a tough draw, but she\u2019s a classy mare who often races well fresh. With her main dangers drawn to do some work early, she can storm over the top late.<\/p>\n
Confidence: Low\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Place Price: $1.80<\/p>\n
Race 3 \u2013 2240m Congrats Hall Of Fame Legend Trot <\/p>\n
3\/8 Lady Vici \u2013 James Herbertson\/Joe Vassallo<\/p>\n
Lady Vici has been flawless this preparation and now meets her biggest test from the inside back row. With her fitness edge and consistent manners, she shapes as the one they\u2019ll all have to beat with even luck.<\/p>\n
Confidence: Low\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $2.60<\/p>\n
Race 4 \u2013 2240m Mimosa Homes Victoria Sires 3yo Classic <\/p>\n
4\/3 Storms Collide \u2013 Mark Pitt\/Emma Stewart<\/p>\n
Storms Collide\u2019s chances hinge on the start \u2013 if he can cross and lead, he\u2019s very hard to run down. Even if he doesn\u2019t find the front, he has the form and times to fight out the finish.<\/p>\n
Confidence: Low\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $3.50<\/p>\n
Race 5 \u2013 2240m Hertz Melton Casey Classic <\/p>\n
5\/2 Catch A Wave \u2013 Kate Gath\/Andy Gath<\/p>\n
Catch A Wave is a superstar with 8 Group 1 wins to his name. This is as good a setup as he\u2019ll ever get, and while he sometimes prefers a sit, from this draw he can stamp his authority.<\/p>\n
Confidence: High\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $1.50<\/p>\n
Race 6 \u2013 2760m Western Syrups Australian Trotting Championship (G3) <\/p>\n
6\/10 Jilliby Ballerini \u2013 Jason Lee\/Marg & Paddy Lee<\/p>\n
Jilliby Ballerini has been excellent this campaign and now steps up to her toughest challenge under standing start conditions. With her strength, speed, and peak fitness, she is a live chance against smart opposition.<\/p>\n
Confidence: Low\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $3.50<\/p>\n
Race 7 \u2013 1720m Aldebaran Park Need For Speed Prince Final (G1) <\/p>\n
7\/1 Commodus \u2013 Chris Alford\/Jayne Davies<\/p>\n
Commodus looks the anchor of the night \u2013 perfect draw, great gate speed, and a clear class edge. Expect him to lead throughout and underline his standing as one of the country\u2019s top young trotters.<\/p>\n
Confidence: High\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $1.10<\/p>\n
Race 8 \u2013 1720m Aldebaran Park Need For Speed Princess Final (G1)<\/p>\n
8\/7 Tracy The Jet \u2013 James Herbertson\/Jess Tubbs<\/p>\n
Tracy The Jet brings similar dominance to Commodus \u2013 outstanding ability, sharp manners, and a class edge. With clear running, she should simply win.<\/p>\n
Confidence: High\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $1.10<\/p>\n
Race 9 \u2013 1720m Irt Premiere 2yo Stakes <\/p>\n
9\/6 Usyk \u2013 Nathan Jack\/Russel Jack<\/p>\n
Usyk has already proven himself among the best 2yos in Victoria, running slick times and showing toughness against older rivals. This looks a winnable metro assignment, and he can push forward and prove too strong.<\/p>\n
Confidence: High\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rated Win Price: $1.50<\/p>\n