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Harness racing hits Riverton again today with 11 races on the card. The race starts at 12:20pm and we’re highlighting some specials and value runners that we think can give you value for money on a good race day.
Riverton Selections January 25, 2026
Top tips from analysts:
Best bet: R3 The call of domination
Best Value: R6 Tunein sports fans
Race 1
Searing light (2) Well drawn and grass suits. Looks like one of the better prospects in this lineup
Air waves (5) Should start fast and probably lead the race. Could pass for a top three finish
Ramblin Rover (3) The fate and circumstances of the race make him one of the better chances in this
Race 2
Brother Rob (8) Big run for second verse on grass and must be included in all calculations here
Arma forest (6) The driver and stable respect this and must be accountable for this. Necessary
Shergar (2) Improving her last start and grass track could be suitable. Another top three chance
Race 3
Dominance call (2) Loves the turf and is hard to beat when given a good trip. Top selection
Practical magic (1) Can ignore some of her final runs due to bad luck. Rapid improver at odds
Jimmy Carter (4) A good effort on the last start and a grass track are suitable. Can sneak into the top three again
Race 4
Lady West (4) Solid penultimate start and another chance to win from the draw. Winning claims
Sure to rise (8) It’s better to run the last start and should give a good view here. Top three claims in this
Havtimeford diamonds (6) Out of form but an improver with a chance for longer rankings in this field
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Race 5
What is the whisper (8) Fought at last start and great recent form. One of the better opportunities here
Daisymeroll’s (10) Comes fresh from a powerful stable and claims everything. Will need manners
Garonne (1) Much better final start. Best draw and can upset with the right run. Include it in all calculations
Race 6
Tunein sports fans (4) The grass track is suitable and will probably go to the front early. Top selection at longer odds
Nila (3) Races well on grass and has gate speed to be on hand early. Good chances in both directions after the draw
Driebierendiep (6) Needs the right travel but is capable of running the top three in this area. Not the worst
Race 7
Spiritinthesky (2) Must start safely, but is back in class here and can run into the top three with a soft trip
Grandma Roos (6) Should a gentle run come in handy. Top three hopes from the draw and a good beginner. Necessary
Errol D (10) Because of show form, it may surprise you whether he gets away safely. One for longer odds here
Race 8
Wagging star (8) Big drop in class and should come close to winning if he can handle the grass track. Needed here
Beach day (6) Decent engine and could be disruptive if it fits completely. Grass no problem and the top three claims look the best
Metal saw cam (4) Nice victory last start. Loves grass courts and has another chance to win if he finds the front
Race 9
Wild East (3) Good when he’s good and can get close to this if he handles the turf. Top selection
Foliejon star (5) Shape is good and grass fits. One of the better chances with a soft run along the way
Our Twinkle (2) Cannot ignore the form, but give a higher mark for it. Should be about there again
Race 10
Torquay Street (6) Conditions suit and look good with a fast start. Must be included
Majesdix (2) Good draw and better than most in this area. Must be respected from the stand
Buffy Northstains (1) A bit in or out, but at best this would be a good winning opportunity. Could surprise
Race 11
Inarchatwist (5) Has raced on better fields and races best on grass. Top selection in this area
Your Lipa (6) You better run to win the last start. Must be respected, but wide pull and rider change
Bobbies Rock (7) Goes well on grass and ok last start. Not the worst for longer problems with a cart in it
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