FIXED odds wagering operator UBET has installed the Peter Moody-trained Metaphorical the $4 favourite to win next Monday’s $200,000 Group 3 Betfair Exchange Hobart Cup.
Metaphorical fared poorly at the official barrier draw at UBET Park Hobart today drawing gate 14 in a field of 15 that boasts five interstate invaders.
Last-start Moonee Valley winner Wales from the Richard Laming stable is second favourite at $4.40 with local mare Geegees Goldengirl next best at $5.50.
The Chris Waller-trained Quick Strike, to be ridden by Craig Williams, is at $6 with local hope Up Cups at $7 on the strength of his wins at his past two starts in the Brighton Cup and Summer Cup.
Another Tasmanian bound to have strong support is Player One prepared by hobby trainer Max Cowen that is quoted at $8 but might start shorter on the day.
Hugo is another local prepared by Brendan McShane that is sure to have support especially at the $26 that is being offered by UBET.
Big odds are being offered about the balance of the field with Geegees Goldengirl’s stablemate Gee Gees La Quita the rank outsider at $151.