On The Punt: $12 value bet at Flemington on Saturday

News Corp’s Editorial Director for Racing and Wagering, Daniel Sankey, analysis Flemington Finals Day on Saturday where a talented mare can take an eight-week freshen in her stride.

Following a freshen-up, In Her Stride (right) can cause an upset at Flemington on Saturday. Picture: Pat Scala / Racing Photos

News Corp’s Editorial Director for Racing and Wagering, Daniel Sankey, analysis Flemington Finals Day on Saturday where a talented mare can take an eight-week freshen in her stride.

BEST BET
Race 4 No.1 PISCES ($2.60)
Had a tough run at Flemington last time out and had no right to finish as close to Sneaky Sunrise as she did. A 3kg weight turnaround today will see her turn the tables.

NEXT BEST
Race 6 No.2 ELIUD ($4.80)
Backed confidently at his Australian debut but was held up at a crucial stage. Better draw today and in a strong pointer, Shinn stays on.

Race 8 No.4 POUNDING ($8)
Knocking on the door with placings his past two. Great record this track and trip (3:1-1-1) and drops 3kg from his last-start second.

VALUE BET
Race 5 No.8 IN HER STRIDE ($12)
Beat Brazen Lady at her previous run in May and goes well fresh. Maps for a lovely run just behind the pace and looks overs.

THE JOCKEY
Blake Shinn has a terrific book of rides at headquarters, beginning with a short-priced favourite in the first.
I FOUND YOU (Race 1 No.3 – $1.60), ABERFELDIE BOY (Race 2 No.2 – $9), PISCES (Race 4 No.1 – $2.60), BELLE SAVOIR (Race 5 No.1 – $7), ELIUD (Race 6 No.2 – $4.80), THE ASTROLOGIST (Race 7 No.1 – $15), WALLENDA (Race 9 No.4 – $21)