BEST BETS

Press, 7 February 1986, Page 22

BEST BETS

FRIDAY Canterbury Park FRONT UP (Race 2) b h, 4 yrs, by Nat Lobell— Conquer; trained at West Melton by G. T. Court. Just beaten by Herve on this course on January 28, following on some useful efforts. Will only have to trot as boldly to gain a deserved win. Stratford JUST WAY (Race 9) b g, 7 yrs, by Keystone Way—Lyn Banks; trained at Waitara by S. Penning. Ultra-consistent trotter which should score and overdue, success today. SATURDAY Auckland REDMOND PRIDE (Race 3) b g, 4 yrs, by Redmond Lane—Lea Reign; trained at Morrinsville by J. C. Lane. Has won three out of his four starts and well drawn to improve a fine record in this 2200 m event. Marlborough SARASOTA (Race 4) b m, 4 yrs, by Smooth Fella—Del’s Dream; trained at Greenpark by S. P. Little. Did well to beat all but Timely Patron on the second day at Nelson. Will be better served by the mobile start in this race and should win. Rangitikei COURIER BAY (Race 4) ch g, 33 yrs, by Diplomatic

Agent—Bay Ruth; trained at Inglewood by G. A. White. Has compiled an outstanding record, winning four times from five outings. Won the Wellington Stakes over this distance last month and looks a top prospect here. Waikato DIGBY (Race 9) b g, 5 yrs, by Serenader ll—Top Choice; trained at Foxton by D. J. Enright. Close second to Whata Beauty at Foxton last time. Could turn the tables on her this time. Wairoa YENOLOM (Race 5) gr c, 2 yrs, by Bellissimo—Eager Eyes; trained at Te Rapa by P. W. Lock. Speedy two-year-old which should extend his winning sequence to four tomorrow, despite a 57kg top weight.