Race 1Maiden Plate

TEAM AIDAN MOTHER'S DAY MARKETS 10 MAY 2026 MAIDEN PLATE ($19K)

TBA AEDT1006m19,00014 runners

AI Best Bet

#6 KissavosJ: Andrew Mallyon

Kissavos stands out as a strong contender in this maiden field, boasting the best career prizemoney and a solid 25% place rate from 8 starts. With Andrew Mallyon in the saddle and a favourable barrier 6, everything points towards a breakthrough win here. The horse has been competitive in stronger maidens and should appreciate this distance.

Consistent maiden formBest career prizemoneyExperienced jockeyFavourable barrier draw

Each-Way Value: Sweet Marlene

78%

Confidence

AI Race Summary

This Maiden Plate over 1006m features a mix of newcomers and seasoned maidens, with several runners having shown glimpses of ability without breaking through. The short distance often favours speed and a good barrier draw, making the early pace crucial. Given the maiden status, consistency is rare, and value can be found amongst those with prior placings or strong trial form.

AI Selections & Analysis (14 runners)

Kissavos

Barrier 6 · 129kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER8:0-2

Jockey:Andrew Mallyon

Trainer:Jenny Graham

Consistent maiden formBest career prizemoneyExperienced jockeyFavourable barrier draw

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Sweet Marlene

Barrier 11 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER15:0-5

Jockey:Olivia Dalton

Trainer:Cassandra Schmidt

Sweet Marlene has the highest prizemoney and an impressive 33% place rate from 15 starts, indicating she's capable of hitting the frame. While her win rate is 0%, she's been competitive and could break through here. The wide barrier is a concern, but her experience and consistent placings make her a strong each-way prospect.

Highest career prizemoneyStrong place record (33%)Experienced in maidensConsistent performer

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Virginia Breezes

Barrier 13 · 125kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER5:0-2

Jockey:Bella Youngberry

Trainer:Leo Clapham

Virginia Breezes has shown good potential with a 40% place rate from just 5 starts, suggesting she's getting closer to a win. While the wide barrier 13 is a challenge, her recent form has been encouraging. With Bella Youngberry aboard, if she can overcome the draw, she's a strong each-way chance.

High place strike rate (40%)Getting closer to a winLightly racedSolid recent efforts

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Comme Ci Comme Ca

Barrier 1 · 130kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER5:0-1

Jockey:Jasen Watkins

Trainer:Aiden St Vincent

Comme Ci Comme Ca has a decent place record from limited starts and draws the coveted barrier 1, which is a significant advantage over this short trip. With Jasen Watkins, a capable jockey, on board, this horse could be ready to improve significantly. If he can hold a prominent position early, he's a definite threat.

Excellent barrier 1Capable jockeySome prior placingsGood early speed potential

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Dare To Love

Barrier 3 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER19:0-3

Jockey:Brandon Lerena

Trainer:Laurie Richardson

Dare To Love is a seasoned maiden with 19 starts and 3 placings, indicating some ability but a struggle to break through. The inside barrier 3 is a plus, and Brandon Lerena is a solid jockey. While he's had many chances, his experience could be an asset in this field, making him a place chance.

Extensive maiden experienceFavourable barrier 3Capable jockeyConsistent placegetter

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Cerano Magic

Barrier 7 · 129kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER1:0-0

Jockey:Madeline Owen

Trainer:Karen Owen

Cerano Magic has only had one start, finishing unplaced but likely to have improved with that experience. With barrier 7, a neutral draw, and Madeline Owen, the horse could show sharp improvement. As a lightly raced runner, there's scope for a much better performance here.

Lightly raced with scopeFirst-up improvement expectedNeutral barrier drawTrainer/Jockey combination

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Foolish Player

Barrier 2 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Noriyuki Masuda

Trainer:Erica Giggins

Foolish Player has had two unplaced starts, but draws a good barrier in 2 and has Noriyuki Masuda in the saddle. While the form isn't inspiring, the inside draw could allow him to settle closer and improve. This horse is a roughie but could surprise if he finds early speed.

Good barrier 2Scope for improvementCapable jockeyEarly speed potential

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Betty Boom

Barrier 10 · 125kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER3:0-0

Trainer:Adam Campton

Betty Boom has been unplaced in three starts, but comes from the Adam Campton stable, which can produce winners. The wide barrier 10 is a disadvantage over this short trip, and the lack of a named jockey is a concern. She'll need significant improvement to feature here.

Trainer Adam CamptonLightly racedPotential for improvementWide barrier draw

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Aerial Artist

Barrier 12 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Jake Bayliss

Trainer:Adam Campton

Aerial Artist has had two unplaced starts and draws the widest barrier of 12, making his task very difficult over 1006m. While Jake Bayliss is a good jockey, the wide draw and lack of prior form are significant hurdles. He would need a massive improvement and luck to contend.

Experienced jockeyWide barrier 12Limited prior formNeeds significant improvement

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Egyptian Lass

Barrier 9 · 126kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER15:0-0

Jockey:Chris Whiteley

Trainer:Terry Commerford

Egyptian Lass has had 15 starts without a placing, which is a major red flag in a maiden race. While she has experience, the lack of competitive form is concerning. She would need to find significant improvement to be a factor here, making her an outsider.

Extensive maiden experienceNo prior placingsQuestionable formNeeds to improve dramatically

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Our Smooth Nik

Barrier 8 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Danny Peisley

Trainer:Kevin King

Our Smooth Nik is a first-starter with no public form to assess, making him a complete unknown. While some first-starters can impress, without trial form or pedigree insights, it's a speculative play. Danny Peisley is a competent jockey, but it's a tough ask on debut.

First-starterNo public formCompetent jockeyComplete unknown

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Run To The Hills

Barrier 5 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Poppie Gorton

Trainer:Lisa Sheppard

Run To The Hills is another first-starter, adding to the unknowns in this race. With no prior form or trials available, it's impossible to gauge his ability. Poppie Gorton is a developing jockey, and this horse will need to be well above average to win on debut.

First-starterNo public formDeveloping jockeyComplete unknown

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Sneaky Bid

Barrier 4 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Dylan Turner

Trainer:Stephen Lee

Sneaky Bid is a first-starter from the Stephen Lee stable, another unknown quantity in this maiden. With no public form, it's difficult to assess his chances. Dylan Turner is a capable jockey, but this horse would need to be very forward to win on debut against more experienced rivals.

First-starterNo public formCapable jockeyComplete unknown

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Spectorious

Barrier 14 · 129kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Shannen Llewellyn

Trainer:Jake Hull

Spectorious is a first-starter facing the widest barrier 14, which is a significant disadvantage over this short course. With no public form and a tough draw, this horse is firmly in the outsider category. Shannen Llewellyn will have a difficult task from out there.

First-starterWidest barrier 14No public formDifficult task on debut

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