Free Horse Racing Tips & Best Bets for Canterbury 30/4/25

Midweek racing heads to Canterbury and Mick Gannon has pinpointed two runners that shape as clear standouts on a likely rain-affected surface.

With the track expected to play to those who can close late, Mick is backing a pair of gallopers well-suited to the conditions.

These include one at big overs and another primed to strike off the back of a sharp trial and a recent gear change.

 

Newcastle Feature Race Tips from Mick Gannon

 

Race 4 – #5 IMPERIAL STATE

This son of The Autumn Sun is now fourth-up and ready to peak, and looks set to relish the conditions.

He’s proven on wet ground, and in a race stacked with early pressure, his get-back-and-run-on pattern is ideal.

From the back of the field, he’ll be suited by the long Canterbury straight and will be charging home late.

Rated a $5.50 chance, he's been well over the odds early at $11.00.

Verdict: Big overs in a winnable race — each way all day.

 

Race 5 – #8 BRAVE ONE

Made a big impression on debut when winning on a Heavy 9, and now returns as a gelded horse with two trials under the belt.

His most recent trial behind Givemethebeatboys was strong, suggesting he's come back in terrific order.

Drawn to land in a perfect spot and gets the ideal set-up to go on with it.

Verdict: Rated $1.80 in the book — take the early $2.20 with confidence. Top play of the card.

 

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