28th August 2004, 08:38 AM
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Join Date: Jan 1970
Location: New Zealand
Posts: 82
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On 2004-08-28 08:02, purpleheart68 wrote:
I would not back Starcraft with bad money today.He has had to travel,adapt to new surrounds in a very short time(different water etc.)has a new jockey,the distance is unsuitable(IMO)and he has never won first up!If you must bet in this race I would suggest Kings Chapel and Balmuse.No one knows if Starcraft will come up this campaign.Look at Dance Hero!I would not imagine the trainer taking him over there just for a run,but if he were mine I would be happy just to see him finish the race off nicely and finish in the placings,not have a gut buster first up.
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Purpleheart, I concur with that fact that Starcraft has had to travel and get used to new conditions. According to the trainer he has put on the weight he lost and is about 90% fit. I could be wrong, but didn't he win a Group 3 race in January 2004 in a fresh-up state? Anyway, Kings Chapel, whilst a very good race (win) and does not race well in tight quarters. Balmuse is a real up-and-comer and has a stunning turn of foot.
I personally won't bet this race because there is too much risk (variables) about it. But good luck to those who do. One thing that perplexes though is why did they bring Starcraft to NZ? For an 'easy' black type win?
Happy punting
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