Enjoy a warm afternoon of thoroughbred action at ALBANY RACECOURSE in Western Australia, as the Midweek Meeting brings together seven races from 11:40am to 3:00pm on Sunday, November 2nd. Nestled in the scenic Great Southern region, this meeting offers a welcoming mix of maiden possibilities and competitive handicap contests for three-year-olds and older. From maiden hopefuls taking their early steps to seasoned runners chasing meaningful progress, Albany presents a relaxed but spirited platform for racing enthusiasts and local form watchers alike.
Race 1: COUNTRY COMFORT MAIDEN (11:40am, 1240 metres)
A gentle opening where hopeful newcomers and lightly raced runners can lay a foundation. HYPERREAL, BAGGER PRINCE and QUESTIONEVERYTHING may show early composure and adapt well to the Kimberley breeze, while I’LL KEEP HALF, BRING ME A FROTHY and TAPITLIKEIT’SSASSY could be the one improving nicely and ready to pounce in the home straight. Prize money: $20,000
Race 2: WELLINGTON & REEVES MAIDEN (12:15pm, 1000 metres)
Another maiden for three-year-olds and up invites those yet to break through to do so now. AMERICAN QUE TEE, CRASHED AND BURNED and BOX OF GINGER might carry fitness and readiness into this contest, and SOLASH MOON, WE LOVE CHARLIE and TAPITLIKEIT’SSASSY may surprise if their path to the line is well timed and supported by a confident ride. Prize money: $20,000
Race 3: WEST CAPE HOWE HANDICAP (12:55pm, 1000 metres)
Stepping into Class 1, this event raises the bar for runners ready to establish themselves. ALOTOFBANTER, KAMIKAZE FIGHTER and I’M THAT GIRL may use recent form and fitness to stay prominent, while NICCY’S AFFAIR, MARYBEE and SIZE MATTERS could exploit the pace and make a late move when it matters most. Prize money: $24,000
Race 4: GRAHAM MANLEY AUTO REPAIRS HANDICAP (1:25pm, 1100 metres)
In the Rating 58+ category, experience and consistency come into play. HANG GLIDER, WISE WORDS and CRYSTALIST may press forward and look to dominate if conditions suit, while SECRET STONES, VONSNIP and VIA MONTE could land well if they’ve been building towards this run and carry momentum into the straight. Prize money: $24,000
Race 5: MONTYS LEAP HANDICAP (1:55pm, 1000 metres)
Here the challenges sharpen further in the Rating 70+ bracket. BITOFMERIT, RUPERT’S EMPIRE and SQUILLIONARE might bring class and edge into the field, and COUSIN IVAN, BLUE LINE and PADDY’S FLYIN’ could deliver if they handle the pressure of the higher grade and finish strongly under the Great Southern sun. Prize money: $24,000
Race 6: ALBANY STOCKFEEDS HANDICAP (2:25pm, 1240 metres)
Dropping slightly in grade to Class 2 gives a chance for those chasing revitalised form. WINEACLOCKSUMWHERE, ROUNDABOUT GLORY and DASHING ERIKA may leverage recent prep runs and aim to dominate, while PIRATE’S ALLEY, STORMY’S SHOW and SAFE RAPPA could appear out of the pack if they’ve found another gear and time their run with precision. Prize money: $24,000
Race 7: WESTERN RACEPIX HANDICAP (3:00pm, 1500 metres)
To close the card, a second Rating 58+ race allows one final performance spotlight this afternoon. PURE CHINO, SACRED OATH and MAGIC MIKEY may take advantage of experience and a well-placed position, and MAKIN PROPHETS, EVERLASTING SPIRIT and LORDGIVEMESTRENGTH might make the late charge if momentum builds into the home stretch. Prize money: $24,000
This midweek meeting not only showcases regional talent and local scenery but also highlights how racing thrives in every corner of Western Australia. With the season pressing onward and more fixtures on the horizon, keep an eye on how today’s runners progress through their campaigns.
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