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

John (Race 2) has taken over as a $3.30 favourite after firming more than a point in early betting. The Kris Lees trained gelding caught the eye running on for a 1.3L fourth on debut at this track and is open to natural improvement with that run under his belt.

Swipeaway (Race 4) has been an interesting go from a triple figure quote. Steady support has seen him firm from an opening quote of 100/1 to $18 with TopBetta. He has been well beaten at all three runs this campaign but all have been on wet tracks and the money suggests he is set to improve on a good surface.

Please Dance (Race 6) offers good each way value at $5.50 having firmed about two-and-a-half points since markets opened. His lone career win came at this track and he wasn’t beaten far when back in trip last time so should be ready to peak third up from a spell.

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