Complete night for punters and pugilists

TAKING Saturday night’s co-features at Club Menangle into account, there is one entrant which shapes as a must omen bet.

Along with a strong eight-race card, the world class venue will host 10 boxing bouts making it a complete night for punters and pugilists.

Consisting of local talent, the action inside the square ring is headed by George Peterson who is poised to make his professional debut.

A heavyweight, Peterson will trade blows with Tavita Vaoga, who is also known is Mixed Martial Arts circles.

The undercard includes numerous up-and-comers on their journey to titles – or in harness racing terms – Group One glory!

On the subject of harness racing, the evening’s co-attraction will see pacers and trotters go toe-to-toe over 1609 and 2300 metres.

Those looking for a wager simply have to be in the corner of Rocky Creed.

Not only is the gelding’s name self explanatory, Rocky Creed heads into the second race with solid form.

Trained by James McPherson, the five-year-old has been among the placings during his last three ‘rounds’.

To be driven by Jack Trainor, Rocky Creed has drawn barrier five but slots into four with the removal of the emergency.

“I’ve been really happy with his last few runs,” McPherson said. “A bit of luck and the results could have been even better.

“From the draw we’ll have to go forward to look for a good spot early and then hope he can finish it off well enough.

“This is another step up, but his form and work suggest he is in with a chance.”