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BARRIER REEF POOLS Maiden Handicap

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Winner AUD $16,800 - 20 runners

5 ½f

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Surface: T

Race Tip

THE GRAND DUCHY (7) turned in a strong performance when resuming when in the money at Gold Coast but disappointed last time when ninth, beaten 3. 5 lengths, at Doomben over 6f after being in the firing line on the corner. Finds the right race this time and can turn things around. MAJOR HOT (14) wasn't disgraced in city class last time when finishing sixth at Doomben. Won't find this assignment as tough. Among the leading chances in this company. ELNAJEEB (2) is a maiden galloper who hasn't raced since finishing 3. 5 lengths back in seventh over 6f at Eagle Farm four-and-a-half months ago. Fitter for two trials, placing most recently. Should be competitive. CARPET RIDE (4) was in contention on the bend and finished second last start at the first run back from a lay-off over 5f at Sunshine Coast, beaten 3. 5 lengths. Hard to beat in this suitable race.