Key Takeaways
- TAB bookmakers have released special markets for the upcoming harness racing weekend, featuring meetings at Invercargill, Alexandra Park, and Ashburton.
- Punters can access a range of markets, including a Race with Fastest Mile market, boosted quinellas, and winning margin markets.
- The Harness 5000 meeting at Ashburton on Sunday will feature a $20,000 Guaranteed Late Quaddie and markets for the stallion that sires the most trotting and pacing winners.
- Punters Promise is in effect for all three meetings, allowing customers to bet to win at least $5000 on a runner.
- Special markets are available at tab.co.nz/racing/futures or the Futures section of the TAB App, with some markets opening on Saturday.
Introduction to the Harness Racing Weekend
The harness racing world is gearing up for an exciting weekend, with top-quality racing taking center stage at Invercargill, Alexandra Park, and Ashburton. TAB bookmakers have responded by rolling out a stack of special markets, offering something for punters at all three venues. The action kicks off on Friday with feature meetings at Invercargill and Alexandra Park, before culminating in the inaugural Phoebe Stud Harness 5000 meeting at Ashburton on Sunday.
Special Markets at Alexandra Park
At Alexandra Park on Friday, punters can look forward to a range of special markets. With all 10 Golden Gait races taking place over the 1609m distance, there is a Race with Fastest Mile market for those who think they can pick the winner that will dash home the quickest. Additionally, a boosted Ya Rite Darl/Youneverknow quinella gives trotting fans another option in the Golden Gait 3YO Trot. For supporters of Cyclone Rebel, who has opened at $1.20 to win the Golden Gait 2YO Mobile Pace, there is a winning margin market available.
Invercargill Cup Day Specials
Invercargill Cup Day at Ascot Park will play host to the weekly special market called "That Friday Feeling". This market offers a Boosted Double of $5 for Muscle Mountain to win the Group 3 David Moss Stakes and Republican Party to win the Group 1 Invercargill Cup. This provides punters with an exciting opportunity to win big on one of the biggest harness racing days of the summer.
Harness 5000 Meeting at Ashburton
The Harness 5000 meeting at Ashburton on Sunday promises to be an exciting event, with horses sired by stallions that stood for up to $5000 taking center stage. In addition to a $20,000 Guaranteed Late Quaddie, there are markets available for the stallion that sires the most trotting winners and the stallion to sire the most pacing winners. With all races taking place over the same distance of 1700m, punters can also bet on the race with the fastest time. Furthermore, there are a variety of Favourite Out or Both Favourites Out markets available for races where there are warm favorites.
Punters Promise and Market Availability
Punters Promise is already in effect for the two Friday meetings, but this has been extended to the Harness 5000 meeting. This means that customers betting on Ashburton will be able to bet to win at least $5000 on a runner. Most of the special markets are available at tab.co.nz/racing/futures or the Futures section of the TAB App, with the Harness 5000 Fastest Mile Time market opening on Saturday. The Favourites Out and the Both Favourites Out markets can be found at tab.co.nz/racing/extras or the Extras tab in the TAB App. It’s worth noting that Maximum Limits of $100 per account apply to the Boosted Quinella at Alexandra Park, That Friday Feeling, and the Cyclone Rebel Winning Margin markets, and terms and conditions apply.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the upcoming harness racing weekend promises to be an exciting event, with a range of special markets available for punters at Invercargill, Alexandra Park, and Ashburton. With Punters Promise in effect and a variety of markets to choose from, there’s never been a better time to get involved in harness racing. Whether you’re a seasoned punter or just starting out, be sure to check out the special markets on offer and make the most of this fantastic opportunity to win big.