Scott McDonell continues to be a reliable guide for punters looking to navigate Victorian racing.

With a deep understanding of how Pakenham plays and a sharp eye for form, Scott delivers value and insight where others may miss it.

He's back with a full set of selections for today’s Pakenham Synthetic meeting, headlined by a couple of confident best bets early in the card.

The 8-race card will take place on a synthetic surface, with the rail in the True position.

Here are Scott McDonell’s tips for Pakenham Synthetic:

Pakenham Synthetic Horse Racing Tips from Scott McDonell

Scott's found stacks of value on the card at Pakenham.

Race 1 (1:00 pm)
3. Lumosity — Win
Odds: $8.00
Stake: Highest

Race 2 (1:30 pm)
6. Merchant Of Greece — Win
Odds: $6.00
Stake: Standard

Race 3 (2:00 pm)
7. Secret Beau — Win
Odds: $3.60
Stake: Standard

Race 4 (2:30 pm)
9. Durness — Win
Odds: $4.00
Stake: Highest

Race 5 (3:00 pm)
2. Super Solar — Win
Odds: $4.60
Stake: Standard

Race 6 (3:30 pm)
2. Saveadateforme — Win
Odds: $2.45
Stake: Standard

Race 7 (4:00 pm)
8. Olive Baguette — Win
Odds: Scratched
Stake: Standard

Race 8 (4:30 pm)
1. Super Trooper — Win
Odds: $7.00
Stake: Standard

Scott McDonell