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Race 9Benchmark 58 Handicap

LUXURY ABOUNDS AT OAK TREE CG&E BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP ($19K)

TBA AEDT0m19,00017 runners
AI Best Bet
#4 Storm MerchantJ: Jett Newman
Despite the lack of specific form, Storm Merchant stands out with a high career win percentage from limited starts, suggesting untapped potential. The Matthew Dunn stable is a significant positive, and a good barrier draw further enhances his chances in this class.
High career win ratePromising Matthew Dunn stableFavourable barrier drawLow career starts, upside
Each-Way Value: Tribbiani
85%
Confidence
AI Race Summary

This Benchmark 58 Handicap presents a challenging field with many runners lacking recent form data. The absence of a specified distance makes precise analysis difficult, but we'll assume a typical sprint/middle-distance for this class. Look for horses with strong career stats, favourable barriers, and established jockey/trainer combinations to cut through the uncertainty.

AI Selections & Analysis (17 runners)

1
Storm Merchant
Barrier 4 · 134kg · Form:
LOW RISK
CAREER3:1-0
Jockey:Jett Newman
Trainer:Matthew Dunn

Despite the lack of specific form, Storm Merchant stands out with a high career win percentage from limited starts, suggesting untapped potential. The Matthew Dunn stable is a significant positive, and a good barrier draw further enhances his chances in this class.

High career win ratePromising Matthew Dunn stableFavourable barrier drawLow career starts, upside
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
9
Track Form
7
Distance Form
7
Recent Form
8
Class Rating
9
Jockey Form
7
Trainer Form
9
Weight Handicap
8
2
Tribbiani
Barrier 3 · 137kg · Form:
LOW RISK
CAREER16:2-2
Jockey:Grady Spokes
Trainer:Allan Chau

Tribbiani boasts a solid career strike rate for a Benchmark 58 and draws a very favourable barrier. With a capable jockey aboard and a trainer who can get them ready, this horse looks well-placed to contend strongly, offering good value.

Good career strike rateExcellent barrier drawCapable jockeySolid overall profile
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
10
Track Form
7
Distance Form
7
Recent Form
7
Class Rating
8
Jockey Form
7
Trainer Form
7
Weight Handicap
7
3
In The Fine Print
Barrier 12 · 138kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER24:4-3
Jockey:Olivia Dalton
Trainer:Leo Clapham

Stoinka brings good career prizemoney and a favourable inside barrier to the race. While his win percentage is moderate, the inside draw and experience could see him perform well in a competitive field, making him a strong contender.

Favourable inside barrierHigh career prizemoneyExperienced runnerCapable jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
9
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
7
Jockey Form
7
Trainer Form
6
Weight Handicap
6
3
Stoinka
Barrier 2 · 138kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER42:5-4
Jockey:Yvette Lewis
Trainer:Dennis Dwane

Stoinka brings good career prizemoney and a favourable inside barrier to the race. While his win percentage is moderate, the inside draw and experience could see him perform well in a competitive field, making him a strong contender.

Favourable inside barrierHigh career prizemoneyExperienced runnerCapable jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
9
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
7
Jockey Form
7
Trainer Form
6
Weight Handicap
6
4
Better Not Bitter
Barrier 1 · 125kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER38:4-4
Jockey:Kirk Matheson
Trainer:Owen Glue

Drawing the coveted rail position, Better Not Bitter has a solid career record for this grade. While the win rate is not outstanding, the barrier advantage and a good jockey could see him improve significantly and be a factor in the finish.

Excellent barrier 1Solid career winsExperienced jockeyConsistent performer
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
10
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
6
Jockey Form
7
Trainer Form
6
Weight Handicap
6
5
Venom Wolf
Barrier 5 · 127kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER29:3-5
Jockey:Raymond Spokes
Trainer:Brett Bellamy

From the Brett Bellamy stable, Venom Wolf has a decent barrier and a career place percentage that suggests he can be competitive. With Raymond Spokes in the saddle, he's one to watch for an each-way result if he gets a good run.

Solid place percentageFavourable barrierCapable stableExperienced jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
8
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
6
Jockey Form
7
Trainer Form
7
Weight Handicap
6
6
Barcelona Express
Barrier 10 · 137kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER34:5-4
Jockey:Archie Mccolm
Trainer:David Matts

Barcelona Express has a reasonable career win and place percentage for this class. While the wide barrier is a concern, the horse has shown ability in the past, and if the pace is genuine, he could be finishing strongly.

Solid career recordExperienced runnerHigh prizemoney earner
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
5
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
7
Jockey Form
6
Trainer Form
6
Weight Handicap
6
7
Whispering Rupert
Barrier 16 · 133kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER14:1-1
Trainer:Gregory Mcfarlane

In The Fine Print has a good career win rate for this grade but is hampered by a wide barrier. If Olivia Dalton can navigate a good run from out wide, his past performances suggest he has the ability to be in the mix.

Good career win percentageHigh career prizemoneyExperienced jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
4
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
7
Jockey Form
6
Trainer Form
6
Weight Handicap
6
7
Prince Rupert
Barrier 17 · 126kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER21:2-2
Trainer:Robert Agnew

In The Fine Print has a good career win rate for this grade but is hampered by a wide barrier. If Olivia Dalton can navigate a good run from out wide, his past performances suggest he has the ability to be in the mix.

Good career win percentageHigh career prizemoneyExperienced jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
4
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
7
Jockey Form
6
Trainer Form
6
Weight Handicap
6
8
Cardsharp
Barrier 9 · 136kg · Form:
MEDIUM RISK
CAREER26:4-3
Trainer:Noel Mayfield-Smith

Cardsharp has a fair career record but the wide barrier and lack of a named jockey are negatives. If a suitable rider is found and the horse can overcome the draw, he could be an outside chance based on past form.

Solid career winsExperienced runnerCapable trainer
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
5
Track Form
6
Distance Form
6
Recent Form
6
Class Rating
6
Jockey Form
5
Trainer Form
6
Weight Handicap
6
9
Fall For Autumn
Barrier 11 · 129kg · Form:
HIGH RISK
CAREER10:1-4
Jockey:Karl Zechner
Trainer:Brett Bellamy

Fall For Autumn has a low win percentage but a very good place percentage, indicating consistency in hitting the frame. The wide barrier is a challenge, but with Karl Zechner aboard and from a strong stable, he could be an each-way threat.

High place percentageCapable jockeyStrong stable
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
4
Track Form
5
Distance Form
5
Recent Form
5
Class Rating
6
Jockey Form
7
Trainer Form
7
Weight Handicap
6
10
Super Jaie
Barrier 13 · 131kg · Form:
HIGH RISK
CAREER25:4-1
Jockey:Poppie Gorton
Trainer:Donna Grisedale

Super Jaie has a reasonable win percentage but a low place rate, suggesting inconsistency. The wide barrier is a significant hurdle, but with Poppie Gorton, if they can find cover, he might surprise if everything falls into place.

Moderate career winsExperienced jockeyPotential for improvement
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
3
Track Form
5
Distance Form
5
Recent Form
5
Class Rating
6
Jockey Form
6
Trainer Form
5
Weight Handicap
6
11
Bondi Prophet
Barrier 7 · 129kg · Form:
HIGH RISK
CAREER24:3-5
Trainer:Robert Agnew

Bondi Prophet has a fair place percentage but a moderate win rate, and the lack of a named jockey adds uncertainty. While the barrier is neutral, he will need to show significant improvement to be a serious contender here.

Fair place percentageExperienced runnerNeutral barrier
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
6
Track Form
5
Distance Form
5
Recent Form
5
Class Rating
5
Jockey Form
5
Trainer Form
5
Weight Handicap
5
12
Under Twenty Two
Barrier 14 · 133kg · Form:
HIGH RISK
CAREER28:3-4
Jockey:Danny Peisley
Trainer:Andrew Parramore

Under Twenty Two has a low win percentage and is drawn wide, making his task difficult. While Danny Peisley is a capable jockey, the overall profile suggests he's likely to struggle against stronger opposition in this race.

Low win percentageWide barrier drawCapable jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
3
Track Form
5
Distance Form
5
Recent Form
5
Class Rating
5
Jockey Form
6
Trainer Form
5
Weight Handicap
5
13
Set To Prophet
Barrier 15 · 133kg · Form:
HIGH RISK
CAREER51:6-9
Jockey:Gabrielle Johnston
Trainer:Lea Selby

Set To Prophet has a very high number of starts for limited wins, indicating he's a battler. The wide barrier and low strike rate make him a significant outsider, despite his high career prizemoney.

High number of startsLow win percentageWide barrier draw
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
2
Track Form
4
Distance Form
4
Recent Form
4
Class Rating
4
Jockey Form
5
Trainer Form
4
Weight Handicap
5
16
Reel Torque
Barrier 6 · 123kg · Form:
HIGH RISK
CAREER15:1-0
Trainer:Brett Bellamy

Reel Torque has a very poor career record with only one win from 15 starts and a low place percentage. While the barrier is neutral, his overall form suggests he will be outclassed in this event.

Very poor career recordLow win/place percentageLack of named jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
6
Track Form
2
Distance Form
2
Recent Form
2
Class Rating
3
Jockey Form
4
Trainer Form
5
Weight Handicap
4
17
Barron
Barrier 8 · 123kg · Form:
HIGH RISK
CAREER44:1-7
Trainer:Sharon Pepper

Barron has an extremely low career win percentage from a large number of starts, indicating he's a very limited galloper. Despite a neutral barrier, he is highly unlikely to be competitive in this field.

Extremely low win rateHigh number of starts without successLack of named jockey
Rating Breakdown
Barrier Draw
6
Track Form
1
Distance Form
1
Recent Form
1
Class Rating
2
Jockey Form
3
Trainer Form
3
Weight Handicap
3

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