New Zealand Racing Tips for Saturday, May 9th 2026

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

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

Waverley Racing Tips

Race 1. (9:10) Property Brokers Maiden (1400m)

#13 – Oklahoma @ $16.00

Oklahoma is never too far away from the prize, and with two placings from seven starts, she could break through for a win.

The three-year-old filly by Ribchester ran fourth in heavy conditions last start, but she could be slightly better on an improved surface.

We have her running a good race, so take the odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 2. (9:42) Rabobank 2YO (1200m)

#1 – Midnight Dart @ $3.20

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Midnight Dart was no match for Swordsman last time out, but as the market suggests, he could turn the tables on Saturday.

The two-year-old colt by Derryn should be better with the run under his belt, and it should be enough to close the gap on the favourite.

Money is likely to come for him on race day.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 3. (10:14) Power Farming Taranaki Handicap (2200m)

#4 – Kick On @ $4.60

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Punters get each-way odds for the consistent Kick On, who posted another second placing at Woodville last time out.

The eight-year-old has yet to race at Waverley, but given the way he races, he should enjoy running at the circuit.

It’s an even field, so take the odds with bookmakers.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 4. (10:45) Ecolab BM65 (2200m)

#6 – Subtle Image @ $9.50

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Subtle Image is gunning for back-to-back wins after scoring by just under a length last start.

The six-year-old son of Nadeem is only a two-time winner overall, so it was an overdue win, but the penny might have dropped now.

We’re happy to stick with him at the current odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

Rotorua Racing Tips

Race 1. (9:65) Arawa Park Hotel 3YO (1400m)

#5 – Emma Twigg @ $9.00

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We liked the way Emma Twigg fought bravely to the line at Otaki, and she should handle the tough conditions.

The three-year-old filly comes from an in-form stable, and her debut win was impressive, so that form could return to the track.

The odds make her a worthwhile play in the opener.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 2. (10:28) Atkinson and Donaldson Maiden (1215m)

#5 – Emac @ $4.80

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Money should come for Emac, who looked above average when winning a trial, and this stable knows how to prepare them.

The three-year-old son of Eminent is bred to show early form, and he’s also bred to handle the wet track, which is important.

It’s an even field, so include him at each-way odds.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 3. (11:00) Donna Fleming Memorial BM65 (1215m)

#9 – Sexy and I Moet @ $10.00

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She showed plenty of ability early on when winning twice, and although her recent form is average, she could get back to her best.

The four-year-old mare by Pierro had duck-egg form in three runs last prep, but she has been given a freshen up, so she could surprise.

The double-figure odds are worth the risk.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 4. (11:32) Novara Park BM75 (1560m)

#3 – Gold Currency @ $4.60

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Kurtis Pertab lines up Gold Currency, who could make a winning return following a spell.

The five-year-old son of Tarzino owns two wins and four placings from 11 starts, so he has been around the mark throughout his career.

Punters get each-way odds, which are worth including.

Stake: 1 Unit

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Daryl Curnow

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

Having worked as a racing journalist for two years, he decided to move into the online world of horse racing and sports writing. After years of honing his craft, Daryl became a professional punter in 2009 - with a focus on horse racing, NRL, AFL, NBA, Rugby, NFL, and US college sports.

Daryl's tips have been featured on various websites around the world before joining the GoBet team. When he's not working, Daryl tries to avoid making bogeys on the golf course.