Wednesday Racing Tips - Te Aroha 11/02/26

If you want to place a bet on horse racing betting sites in New Zealand this Wednesday, the only place to do it is at Te Aroha.

A competitive, eight race card awaits and there looks to be plenty of value that can be found.

We have already run our eye through the card and picked out some of the best bets of the day and have spotlighted three races which stand out.

Whether you want to back a short priced favourite, a long shot or simply want to unlock the very best value, then you have come to the right page as we have every angle of Riccarton Park’s fantastic card covered.

(Note: Odds provided by Sportaza)

Selections:

Incredible Patch – 3.00

Last Wish – 5.50

Wind Seeker – 11.00

BEST BET – Incredible Patch

Our best bet of the day comes in the sixth race of the card where Incredible Patch will hope to build on a highly promising debut where the Shane Crawford horse finished second. Having missed the break, he flew home late and was unlucky not to have won. With that experience now behind him, better things can be expected.

THE DANGER – Last Wish

In comparison to Incredible Patch, Last Wish has had one more run and it could be that the penny is starting to drop. A debut sixth was bettered by a third next time out. Whilst he looks to have something to show with the favourite he could be the best alternative.

VALUE BET – Wind Seeker

The value could lie with Wind Seeker. Having placed in two of his last three starts at this sort of level, his price looks to be on the big side and he has the ability to upset the market principles here.

Selections:

Navy Ensign – 2.40

Sister Cynane – 3.90

Merini – 8.00

BEST BET – Navy Ensign

Having had four attempts to try and get off the mark, it could be a case of fifth time lucky for Navy Ensign. Having placed second in all four career starts, connections will hope that this is finally where he pokes his head in front. Conditions should suit and a bold run is expected.

THE DANGER – Sister Cynane

The main danger in a muddling race looks to be Sister Cynane. Having placed in five of her seven starts she is another looking to break her duck. A front runner she will be the pace angle and with not much in behind, once she gets going she could be hard to peg back.

VALUE BET – Merini

There are several players at the prices, but a chance could be taken on Merini. Having placed fourth on debut, there could be more to come and she is definitely worth a market check.

Selections:

Cease and Desist – 3.60

Tomahawk – 9.00

Bassaroc – 15.00

BEST BET – Cease and Desist

In the final race of the day Cease and Desist will hope to send punters home happy. Having just raced four times, his last two runs have been hugely encouraging with a victory coming in his last start at Matamata. This won’t take a huge amount of winning and he could well follow up here.

THE DANGER – Tomahawk

Another last time out winner was Tomahawk. Having just made the three starts so far, he has improved with each and every run and was a good winner when last seen at Waverley. Clearly unexposed, this could be right in his wheelhouse and another victory could be close.

VALUE BET – Bassaroc

Our long shot of the day is Bassaroc. Whilst a leap of faith is required, he has won twice at this distance and showed signs of life when finishing third last time out. Plenty more is needed but if things fall right he could be a player at a big price.

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Every Wednesday and Saturday our experts will provide their free exclusive horse racing tips.

Keeping you up to date with all the latest news and coverage ahead of some of the biggest races of the week, we will outline what horses you should be keeping an eye on, who you should back and who you should look to avoid.

Let us do the hard work for you. With every angle covered and opinions gathered from our panel of experts, we hope our selections put you in the very best position to win.

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Wednesday racing usually belongs to Craig Grylls and more of the game could be expected here.

Craig Grylls Rides:

R1 –13 – Moonbeams – 13.00

R2 – 9 –Zacabasso – 10.00

R3 – 15 – Marie Antoninette – 18.00

R4 – 13 - Shoebill – 8.50

R5 – 6 – Scutalong – 6.50

R6 - 3 - Incredible Patch – 3.00

R7 – 12 – Artamos – 7.50

R8 – 6 – Ever Charm – 9.00

Why not take a chance with our Craig Grylls treble?

Treble

R5 – 6 – Scutalong - WIN $6.50
R6 - 3 - Incredible Patch - WIN $3.00
R7 – 12 – Artamos - WIN $7.50

Total Odds = $145.50
$10 Stake = $1462.50 Return!

Odds provided by Sportaza

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Racecourse Trifecta Tip

1st: 1, 4, 9, 15

2nd: 1, 4, 9, 15

3rd: 1, 4, 9, 15

$50 stake = 208% flexi

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