The 18:39:00 at Star Pelaw delivers the standout contest on today's card — a Open Race — the premier class event over 435 metres with 4 going to post. It's a race that demands closer inspection, and the data backs that up.
Pace is the key question here. Razldazl Barkley (Trap 1) and Cloheena Rodney (Trap 4) both possess genuine early speed, which sets up a contested front end. That early battle could play into the hands of a closer — and there's one in the field.
Mickys Tribute (Trap 6, the widest draw) — trained by R J Holloway — emerges as the form pick. Recent form reads 1-1-1-1-2 — 4 wins from the last 5 starts. Last ran 25.78 over course and distance. Mickys Tribute is a strong closer who saves the best for the final drive and a closing-speed rating of 100/100. The conditions are ideal: a proven course winner (track record: 85/100), a distance specialist (435m record: 85/100). A speed rating of 65/100 relative to this field confirms the edge on raw pace. Best time over this trip: 25.97s.
Razldazl Barkley (Trap 1) is the principal danger. Recent form reads 2-2-4-1-5 — consistently placed. Last ran 26.06 over course and distance. Razldazl Barkley is one who tends to burn bright early before fading in the closing stages.
Of the remainder, Dazl Hermes (Trap 3, form 4-3-3-3-5) could benefit if the pace collapses; Cloheena Rodney (Trap 4, form 3-1-3-4-4) needs improvement on recent efforts.
The Verdict: Mickys Tribute from Trap 6 gets the vote. With 4 wins from the last 5 starts, the form is there to see. Razldazl Barkley is the clear danger, but the edge on pace, form, and conditions favours the selection. A genuine betting race — and one where the data has a strong opinion.