New Zealand Racing Tips for Saturday, August 29th 2026

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We have expert betting tips for racing in New Zealand on Saturday, which features racing from Wanganui and Riccarton.

Punters get good value odds for the two Kiwi meetings, and we have betting tips for the early races on the card.

Wanganui Racing Tips

Race 1. (10:15) Wanganui Insurance Brokers Maiden (1200m)

#7 - All on Black @ $3.40

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All on Black looks to make a winning debut for Tony Pike, and he hasn’t been missed in betting markets.

The three-year-old son of Proisir looked good in a recent barrier trial, and they often start well for the Pike stable, especially further south.

We’re happy to put him in picks with Aussie jockey Kyle Wilson-Taylor riding.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 2. (10:48) Dave Hoskin Carriers Maiden (1340m)

#1 - Justashotaway @ $2.20

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Justashotaway showed good speed when running second on debut, and it won’t take him long to break maidens.

The Lisa Latta-trained gelding looks to have plenty of upside, and being from this stable, he won’t mind running in heavy conditions.

Joe Doyle is a good front-running jockey, so expect him to settle handy.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 3. (11:27) Whanganui Chronicle BM65 (1340m)

#5 - Rippanall @ $6.00

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Looking for consecutive wins is Rippanall, who scored at Hawera last time out in heavy conditions.

The five-year-old son of Derryn had to dig deep to win, and that’s a good quality to win during the winter months in NZ.

He’s on the quick back-up, and it’s a good time to bet on him.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 7. (14:00) Balance Accountants BM75 (1600m)

#2 - He's Lucid @ $4.50

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Kevin Myers lines up He’s Lucid, who has a win and five placings from nine starts on heavy tracks, which is a must-have on Saturday.

It’s a deep track at Wanganui after a lashing of rain throughout the week, so the track will be playing in the heavy 10 range.

He’s a tough customer, and he’s a good pick to run in the top three.

Stake: 1 Unit

Riccarton Racing Tips

Race 1. (10:30) Speight's Summit Ultra on Tap BM65 (1400m)

#4 - One True King @ $3.40

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Te Akau has a good record when they bring their runners to the South Island, and One True King could post a win on Saturday.

The four-year-old son of King’s Legacy is a past winner at the track before heading north, and coming back to Riccarton will do his form wonders.

He’s paying a good price, so include him in picks.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 2. (11:03) Christchurch Casino SI Awards Maiden (1200m)

#1 - Bellish Boy @ $1.80

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Strong bets have come for Bellish Boy, who is another Walker/Bergeson-trained runner heading south.

The northern runner has two placings from five starts, but he has been facing stronger fields, including running fourth at Pukekohe last start.

That form bodes well at Riccarton, so he’s a must-include in all picks.

Stake: 2.5 Units

Race 3. (11:37) White Robe Lodge Celebrating 70 Years BM75 (1200m)

#6 - Mi Bella @ $7.50

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We’re taking the generous odds for Mi Bella, who ended last season with consecutive wins.

The Anna Furlong-trained runner owns two wins and a placing from three starts at Riccarton, so she’s a course specialist.

She is good enough to handle this field, so snap up the odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 4. (12:13) Cup Week Tickets on Sale 3YO (1000m)

#1 - Zafar @ $2.20

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Fortuna races Zafar, who made a good impression when winning on debut at Riccarton before heading out for a spell.

The three-year-old colt by Snitzel won by a length over Cool As Bling as a $1.80 chance, and punters get better odds this time around.

Michael McNab rides, and his odds are likely to firm on race day.

Stake: 2.5 Units

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After graduating from the University of Auckland (BA - English), Daryl Curnow was thrown into the world of sports and horse racing journalism.

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