Free Horse Racing Tips & Best Bets for Randwick 26/12/2024

Ran an honest race at Hawkesbury last start on a soft track, placing as the favorite. She’s still building fitness and should appreciate the extra distance here. With a strong, sustained effort late, she’ll be tough to hold out in a field that lacks a standout. Jessica Taylor gets along well with these types, and a steady tempo up front would play right into her hands.

Drift Net is ultra-consistent this prep, with four placings from as many starts, and she just missed last time on a bog-heavy track at Rosehill. She’s proven over this trip with two wins at the 1300-1350m range and gets Zac Lloyd in the saddle, who’s known for timing his runs perfectly. With good early speed, she should settle ideally just off the pace and finish powerfully down the straight.

Comes in fresh and searching for three wins on the bounce after impressive victories at Taree and Kempsey. While stepping up in grade, this gelding has shown adaptability in running styles, making him a versatile danger. With early speed drawn inside, he’ll likely sit handy and be right in the mix when the pressure comes on. His trial form suggests he’s forward enough to strike here.

Frilled hasn’t had the easiest prep but comes back to a track and distance she thrives at, with five wins from 11 starts over 1000m. Despite carrying 62kg, she’s dropping back from a Group 3, where she was far from disgraced against tougher company. If Rachel King can find the lead or a cozy spot near it, Frilled’s record on dry ground and her natural speed could put this race to bed before the challengers get a look in.