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Racing and Sports finds the best-backed runners in early betting on Friday’s meeting at Gosford.

Track: Soft 5

Rail: Out 3 metres entire circuit

First race: 12.00pm

Elite Hong Kong (Race 3) has taken over as favourite, having halved his quote to $4.40 since markets opened. He struggled on the heavy going when resuming but is expected to be better suited on today’s surface and his career best ratings hold up well in this field.

Crossing Guard (Race 4) is challenging the favourite after firming more than a half point to $4.20. He run for the successful combination of trainer Paul Perry and jockey Bob El-Issa, who strike together at 33 per cent with the hoop in good form at present, winning with 24 per cent of his rides over the past month.

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