Greyville racing tips and form for May 13
Greyville will hold an eight race mid-week meeting on May 13, with some solid racing set to take place on the Polytrack. Consistent type Power Of Pearls will return in the opening race on the card, with our analysts declaring it their best of the day. With some weather expected for Durban on Wednesday, this meeting looks to be wide open, and could potentially throw up some surprises. Below are our free Greyville race tips for Wednesday, May 13.
Race 1
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Power Of Pearls (5) makes her poly debut but comes off some solid Highveld form. With a 4kg claimer aboard she could prove difficult to beat despite taking on males. Highveld Storm (6) was a beaten favourite last run. He has had two starts for his new stable and the switch to the poly could be the answer. Donmagoo (4) has improved in blinkers and should feature in this line-up. Captain T (1) has improved on the poly and has the best of the draw. Sierra Foxtrot (3) comes from a strong Cape Town stable and makes her debut. Definitely one to watch in the market.
Andrew Harrison tips: 5-4-1-3.
Race 2
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Prins Jaspar (3) was a beaten favourite first-up on the poly in his KZN debut. The trip should suit. Winter Circle (2) was short in the betting when making his debut but finished well back. The betting and step up in trip could tell a story. Owner Of Creation (9) is a long-time maiden but has been paying his way. He should not be far off them again but has a wide gate. Diamond Maker (1) has only had two starts and showed some improvement second-up. He also has the best of the draw.
Andrew Harrison tips: 3-2-9-1.
Race 3
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Competitive field. Infinity Edge (1) has been taking on top-class company of late. She makes her poly debut under a big weight but gets first-time blinkers and can run up to her rating. Victory In Orleans (6) made a good start for her new stable when winning first time out. This trip should suit and she can go in again. Back At The George (4) is in good form and goes well on the poly. Her last win was over course and distance. Sohot Sowhat (7) has consistent Cape form over shorter but the stable is in red-hot form.
Andrew Harrison tips: 1-6-4-7.
Race 4
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Tam’s Knight (7) is lightly raced and made steady improvement leading into his last win. He has won on the poly and can follow up. Grand Appeal (1) has been consistent over the distance and has the best of the draw. He has run well on the poly and should be right there. Spaane Rivier (2) may just have needed his last run after a short break. He does appear useful and must rate a winning chance. Ibutho (8) is always game over course and distance and tries for his 11th win.
Andrew Harrison tips: 7-1-2-8.
Race 5
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Competitive handicap. Wings Of Josephine (8) has a wide gate but goes well on the poly and has taken on stronger in recent starts. Blast From The Past (6) made no show after winning on the poly on debut. He has been rested since and any market support will be telling. Intrepid (3) is a solid galloper and the switch to the poly with blinkers removed could see him go close. Rainbow Reward (1) is seldom far back and his last win came over course and distance. He has a 4kg claimer aboard which should help his chances.
Andrew Harrison tips: 8-6-3-1.
Race 6
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Wide open. Qhawekazi (2) was a close-up second to the much-improved De Vlugge last time out after jumping from a wide draw. She has a better gate here. December Dawn (7) may just have needed a pipe-opener when making her local debut. Her Cape form was useful and a claiming apprentice will help her chances. Flying Fate (5) won well on the poly last time out at only her second start. She is in modest company and can follow up. Call Me Jane (1) may be the second string judged by jockey bookings but she does have slightly better form than Tequila Sky (4), as well as a better draw.
Andrew Harrison tips: 2-5-7-1.
Race 7
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United Nation (3) has exceptional form on the poly and has won over the trip. He faces a smart field but should be right there again. Black Eagle (2) is progressive and comes with excellent Cape form. He takes to the poly for the first time and will be a big runner if he handles it. Major Tommie (8) has only twice been out of the money in 12 starts. His last win was over course and distance and he cannot be left out of calculations. Fortress Of Fire (4) is smart on his day but is 3kg worse off with United Nation given their last encounter on the poly.
Andrew Harrison tips: 3-2-8-4.
Race 8
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Lions Eye (7) took on much stronger company last run and was not far back. He is back to a competitive mark. Gorgeous Dude (6) has his peak run after a break. He loves the surface and with only 51kg to shoulder he will be a big runner. Definitely Yes (11) has a tricky draw to negotiate but is holding form well and is due a change of fortune. Kali Bwana (10) has shown up well in two outings since her maiden win and has another money chance.
Andrew Harrison tips: 7-6-11-10.
