South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Penrith Panthers Thursday August 18 | Accor Stadium | 7.50pm AEST The in-form Rabbitohs look a strong chance of an away win as they face off with a Penrith side without stars Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai. The Panthers come into this off being held scoreless in a 16-0 loss to the Storm where they looked
Best bet | Race 2 #5 Ice In Vancouver I’m surprised he’s not clear favourite here. There’s so many positives in his favour, most notably the fitness edge on his rivals and the super lightweight. Apprentice Angela Jones can get down to 52kg for this ride and it means he’ll carry 6kg less than main rivals Ef Troop and Racecourse
Best bet | Race 6 #1 Giannis One of the more interesting runners on the Doomben program. His recent form reads awful, but he did contest group one races at the end of last prep. He also won a listed race first-up less than a year ago. The trials in Queensland to prepare for this first-up assignment have been positive
Sydney Roosters vs Brisbane Broncos Thursday August 4 | SCG | 7.50pm AEST There’s been a big move in the market for the Roosters, largely off the back of Broncos’ enforcer Patrick Carrigan being ruled out through suspension. This is a massive game for both teams, with the Roosters looking to continue their late season surge and notch four wins
Best bet | Race 3 #4 Billionair Baby Very promising 2yo who is building a good record. This is easily his biggest test to date, but trainer Rob Heathcote holds a massive opinion of his ability. He ran super quick closing sectionals last start when winning at Doomben, defying trouble early in the straight before bursting clear for a dominant
