SATURDAY, 4 APRIL 2026
SPECIAL
PICKS
Our highest conviction selections across all Australian meetings today. These are the tips where multiple strong factors align.
RECENT PERFORMANCE (7 DAYS)
HIGHLIGHTED SPECIALS
Sheza Alibi
Sheza Alibi boasts an incredible win and place percentage, with an almost flawless recent form string including multiple dominant wins. Despite a wide barrier, its undeniable class and consistency make it the top pick and most likely winner.
Saxon Beach
Saxon Beach boasts the best recent form with multiple placings including a second last start, and the highest prizemoney and place percentage in the field. From barrier 5, this horse is primed to break its maiden status in this weak field.
Azzacool
This filly boasts an impressive 67% win rate from just three starts, with her last two being wins. Despite a slightly wider barrier, her strong recent form and high win percentage make her the top pick in this field.
Bakeel Lucy Fiore Grant &
Bakeel boasts an exceptional win percentage and recent form including multiple wins, indicating strong current ability. The inside barrier and top jockey Alana Williams further enhance its winning chances in this class.
Bo Runkle Alejandro Gomez
Boasting an exceptional Win% of 45% and Place% of 70%, this mare is in career-best form with 6 wins from her last 8 starts. The inside barrier and top jockey further enhance her claims as the clear favourite.
The Shoe Lady
Boasting an exceptional Win% of 45% and Place% of 70%, this mare is in career-best form with 6 wins from her last 8 starts. The inside barrier and top jockey further enhance her claims as the clear favourite.
Miss Fussy Pants
Boasting an exceptional Win% of 45% and Place% of 70%, this mare is in career-best form with 6 wins from her last 8 starts. The inside barrier and top jockey further enhance her claims as the clear favourite.
A Little Canela
Boasting an exceptional Win% of 45% and Place% of 70%, this mare is in career-best form with 6 wins from her last 8 starts. The inside barrier and top jockey further enhance her claims as the clear favourite.
Test Of Love (IRL) Rochelle Milnes Ben, Will &
This horse boasts the highest Win% in the field and has an impressive recent form string including multiple wins. Despite a wide barrier, its consistent performance and high win rate make it the top pick.
Soverato (NZL)
This filly boasts an impressive career record with 2 wins and a second from just 5 starts, including a last-start win. With James McDonald aboard and trained by Chris Waller, from an ideal barrier 3, she is the clear top pick.
So D'oro Zac Lloyd
This filly boasts an impressive career record with 2 wins and a second from just 5 starts, including a last-start win. With James McDonald aboard and trained by Chris Waller, from an ideal barrier 3, she is the clear top pick.
Blazing Tony
Blazing Tony boasts the best recent form with four wins from his last five starts, including two consecutive victories. His high Win% (29%) and Place% (64%) from fewer starts indicate significant upside and consistency, making him the top pick despite slightly lower prizemoney than some rivals.
Nambiti
Nambiti boasts very consistent recent form with multiple placings and a win, indicating current fitness and ability. With a strong win/place percentage and a favourable barrier 5, this horse is a top contender in this class.
Black Storm
Boasts the best recent form with multiple wins and placings, coupled with an excellent career Win% and Place%. Barrier 2 and Brad Rawiller are significant advantages, making him the top pick.
Harlequin Prancer Chloe Azzopardi
This horse boasts exceptional recent form with four wins and a third in its last five starts, indicating peak condition. Its high place percentage and solid prizemoney for its career starts suggest consistent performance, making it the top pick despite a slightly wider barrier.
Campaldino (NZL)
Boasts exceptional recent form with multiple wins and a high career Win% of 41%, indicating strong reliability. The Waterhouse/Bott stable and Tim Clark combination from barrier 1 are significant advantages, making him a top contender.
Considered Nash Rawiller
With an incredible 67% win rate and 100% place rate from only 9 starts, this horse is a rising star with a dominant form string of four consecutive wins. Nash Rawiller from barrier 3 makes it the top pick, indicating immense talent and consistency.
Teardrop Rotation Teagan Voorham
Boasts exceptional recent form with multiple wins and placings, coupled with a high career win percentage and significant prizemoney. The inside barrier and proven ability at this distance make her the top pick, despite a slight dip in her last start.
De Forza
With an incredible 67% win rate and 100% place rate from only 9 starts, this horse is a rising star with a dominant form string of four consecutive wins. Nash Rawiller from barrier 3 makes it the top pick, indicating immense talent and consistency.
Joliestar
Joliestar boasts exceptional recent form, including back-to-back wins, and a high win/place percentage, indicating strong consistency. With James McDonald aboard and a favourable barrier 6, she is perfectly positioned to deliver a top performance in this class.
Westbound Clint Johnston-porter
This horse boasts an impressive 67% win rate from only three starts, showing significant upside and class. With a perfect place record and an inside barrier, it's the standout pick despite the step up in class.
Beatty
Undefeated from two starts, Beatty boasts a perfect Win% and Place% with significant prizemoney. Drawing barrier 1 with top jockey Chris Parnham for a strong stable makes him the clear top pick, despite the weight penalty.
Peaceful Ruler
Boasting an impressive 75% win rate and 100% place rate from just four starts, this horse is clearly progressive and in top form. The inside barrier and strong recent wins make it the standout pick.
Observer
This horse is the clear standout with exceptional form, high Win/Place percentages, and significant prizemoney. The combination of James McDonald, Ciaron Maher, and a good barrier makes it the top pick.
Maria Lucia
Undefeated in two starts, including a recent listed race, Maria Lucia boasts a perfect 100% win rate and the highest prizemoney in the field. With Chris Parnham aboard from barrier 1, she is the clear top pick and hardest to beat.
Plaintiff
Undefeated in three starts, this filly has shown exceptional talent and a perfect winning record. Despite a wide barrier, her raw ability and 100% win rate make her the top pick in this field.
Mic Drop Kayla Crowther
This horse boasts exceptional recent form with four wins and a second from its last five starts, indicating a significant class edge. Despite a wide barrier, its high win percentage (56%) and top jockey Kayla Crowther make it the clear top pick.
Ramasis Will Price
Ramasis is the standout here with a fantastic form string of 211, indicating two wins from three starts and a perfect place record. The high win percentage (67%) and substantial prizemoney for a three-year-old, combined with an inside barrier, make him the clear top pick.
French Riviera Karl Zechner
This horse boasts the highest career earnings and an impressive 54% place rate from 13 starts, indicating consistent performance. Despite the wide barrier, its consistent placings against similar fields make it the most likely winner.
Ten Deep (GBR) Chelsea Baker
Boasts an excellent win/place record and strong recent form including two wins from last three starts. The inside barrier and high prizemoney for this class make him a top contender.
Just Saint
This horse boasts an impressive 29% win rate and 71% place rate, coupled with strong recent form including two wins and a second this preparation. The inside barrier and consistent performance over this distance make it a top contender.
Poseidon's Son Jett Newman
This horse boasts exceptional recent form, including multiple wins, and a strong career win/place percentage. The inside barrier and significant prizemoney for its runs further enhance its winning prospects in this field.
Cho Oyu M Harley
Boasts an exceptional win and place percentage, with strong recent form including two wins from its last three starts. Barrier 2 is ideal, and despite the trainer/jockey being a bit obscure, the horse's raw talent and consistency make it the top pick.
Taka Speed (NZL)
This horse boasts an impressive recent form string with three consecutive wins before a last-start unplaced run that can be forgiven. With a high Win% of 50% and a good barrier draw, it's a strong contender to bounce back and win here, especially with Rhys McLeod aboard for Matt Laurie.
En Pointe Cejay Graham
This horse boasts an exceptional recent form string with multiple wins and a high career Win% and Place%. The inside barrier and strong prizemoney earnings make it the standout top pick in this field.
State In Texas Jett Newman
Boasts exceptional recent form with three consecutive wins and a high career Win% at 37%. Drawing barrier 1 is a significant advantage over 1000m, making it the top pick despite the class rise.
Speed Legend
This horse boasts an exceptional recent form string with multiple wins and a high career Win% and Place%. The inside barrier and strong prizemoney earnings make it the standout top pick in this field.
Missile Thunder Lauren Guernier
Missile Thunder boasts an exceptional recent form string, including multiple wins and placings, coupled with the highest career earnings and a strong Win/Place percentage. Drawing barrier 1 is a significant advantage over this short distance, making it the top pick.
Jewels Statement
Boasts exceptional recent form with three consecutive wins and a high career Win% at 37%. Drawing barrier 1 is a significant advantage over 1000m, making it the top pick despite the class rise.
Statement Of Truth
With only 7 career starts, this horse boasts an impressive 29% win rate and 71% place rate, indicating significant upside. Its recent form includes two wins and a second from its last four starts, suggesting it's in peak condition and ready to step up in class.
Neil
Neil boasts a strong Win% and Place% with recent form indicating readiness for this class. The inside barrier and top jockey Ryan Maloney further enhance its winning prospects, making it a clear top pick.
Gold Medallist Emily Pozman
This horse boasts an exceptional Win% of 71% from only 7 starts, including a perfect 4 wins from its first 4 outings. Despite the wide barrier 9, its impressive career record and high prizemoney for limited starts suggest significant class and upside, making it the top pick.
Place Of Gold
This horse boasts an exceptional Win% of 71% from only 7 starts, including a perfect 4 wins from its first 4 outings. Despite the wide barrier 9, its impressive career record and high prizemoney for limited starts suggest significant class and upside, making it the top pick.
Loaded Once More
Boasting an exceptional Win% of 45% and Place% of 70%, this mare is in career-best form with 6 wins from her last 8 starts. The inside barrier and top jockey further enhance her claims as the clear favourite.
Ever So Ready Jace McMurray
This horse boasts strong form with a win and a third from two starts, showing good early ability. The inside barrier and 100% place rate make it a top contender, despite the step up to 1300m.
Xtra Rush
With an impressive 67% win rate and 100% place rate from only 6 starts, Xtra Rush is a rising star in excellent form, having won 4 of its last 5 races. The inside barrier and a lightweight jockey further enhance its strong winning chances in this class.
Merrigold Daniel Stackhouse
This horse boasts an exceptional Win% of 71% from only 7 starts, including a perfect 4 wins from its first 4 outings. Despite the wide barrier 9, its impressive career record and high prizemoney for limited starts suggest significant class and upside, making it the top pick.
Very Good Lacey Morrison
This horse boasts an unblemished 2-for-2 record, showing exceptional promise and a high win percentage. Despite the step up in class, its perfect form and potential for further improvement make it the top pick.
Paltrow Miss (NZL)
This filly is undefeated from two starts, showing immense promise and a 100% win rate. Despite the step up in class, her dominant form and Ciaron Maher's training suggest she's a top contender here.
I Am Velvet
Mytemptation boasts an impressive 38% win rate and 62% place rate, coupled with a dominant last-start win. Drawing barrier 4 with Jamie Mott aboard, this horse is perfectly positioned to deliver another strong performance in this class.
Mytemptation
Mytemptation boasts an impressive 38% win rate and 62% place rate, coupled with a dominant last-start win. Drawing barrier 4 with Jamie Mott aboard, this horse is perfectly positioned to deliver another strong performance in this class.
Miss Revealing
This filly is undefeated from two starts, showing immense promise and a 100% win rate. Despite the step up in class, her dominant form and Ciaron Maher's training suggest she's a top contender here.
David's Gem
David's Gem boasts the best win and place percentages in the field, coupled with consistent recent form including multiple placings. With the highest career earnings and a favorable barrier 4, this horse is a strong top pick in this claiming race.
Smooth Chino Lucy Fiore
Smooth Chino is an undefeated rising star with a perfect 6 from 6 record, demonstrating exceptional talent and consistency. While stepping up in class, its dominant wins suggest it has the potential to continue its winning streak, making it the top pick.
Cosmeena Deon Le Roux
This horse boasts the highest win percentage in the field and has a strong recent record including a last-start win, indicating good current form. Drawing barrier 3 is a significant advantage, placing it perfectly for a strong run.
Under Focus Tyler Schiller
With a win and a second from only two starts, this horse has demonstrated strong ability and consistency, boasting a 100% place rate. The inside barrier and solid form make it a top contender in this field.
De Forza Jean Van Overmeire
This horse boasts the highest win percentage in the field and has a strong recent record including a last-start win, indicating good current form. Drawing barrier 3 is a significant advantage, placing it perfectly for a strong run.
Holler Nuff Clint Johnston-porter
This horse boasts the best recent form with two wins from its last three starts and an impressive 29% win rate from limited starts. Despite a wide barrier, its improving profile and high place percentage make it the top pick.
Seo Linn (IRL)
This Waller-trained runner is in superb form, having won its last start and boasting an 82% place rate from limited starts. With Kerrin McEvoy aboard and a good barrier, it's primed to perform strongly despite the class rise.
Ready By Design
This horse has the best career record by far, with 8 wins and significant prizemoney, indicating proven class for this level. Despite a last start unplaced run, prior form includes a win and two placings, suggesting it's in good order and the inside barrier with a capable jockey makes it a strong contender.
Sea What I See (IRL)
Possesses the highest win percentage in the field and has been in superb form with a win, second, and third in recent outings. Despite a slightly wider barrier, the Danny O'Brien stable and strong form make her the top pick.
Stern Dispute
Despite the wide barrier, this Kris Lees runner showed a strong maiden win and is still lightly raced with potential for improvement. The 1300m looks suitable and Andrew Gibbons is a capable jockey for the stable.
Barrengarry Zac Lloyd
Barrengarry has a fantastic 50% win rate from only four starts, including two recent wins, indicating significant upside. Despite the wide barrier, its rapid improvement and high potential make it the top pick.
Chatterley Lee Magorrian
This horse boasts the strongest form by far with multiple placings in stronger company and significantly higher prizemoney, indicating genuine class in this maiden field. Despite a wide barrier, its proven ability to run well suggests it will overcome this. Trainer Chris Waller is a significant advantage.
King Zephyr
An impressive horse with a phenomenal win percentage of 55% and an 82% place rate, including three wins and a second from his last five starts. Despite the widest barrier (18), his class and consistency make him the standout pick.
Geraldine's Wish Lacey Morrison Trevor &
Boasts the best recent form with a last start win and multiple placings, indicating she's in peak condition. Despite a wide barrier, her high place percentage and consistent efforts make her the strongest contender in this field.
Master Yoda Mitchell Bell
An impressive debut winner, Master Yoda showed good potential and comes into this race with a perfect 100% win rate. The inside barrier and the strong Richard Litt stable add to his appeal, suggesting he can handle the step up in class.
Coastertothemoon
Coastertothemoon boasts an excellent win percentage and strong recent form, including two wins and two seconds in its last five completed starts. The trainer has two strong chances here, and this horse looks the pick of the field with a good draw.
Cripps Jett Stanley
This horse boasts an impressive 43% win rate and 71% place rate from only 7 starts, indicating significant upside. Its recent form includes two wins and a third, suggesting it's in peak condition and ready to handle the step up in class despite a wide barrier.
Rich On Bubbles
With three consecutive wins and an outstanding 75% win rate, Rich On Bubbles is clearly the horse in career-best form. Despite a slightly wider barrier, the momentum and proven ability make this horse the top pick.
Bozaano
Bozaano enters this race in excellent form, coming off a recent win and showing consistent placings prior. The inside barrier and good prizemoney earnings for a claiming race make him a strong top pick.
Moana Gold (NZL)
This horse has the most race experience and the best recent form, including a 2nd and 3rd in its last three starts. The inside barrier and Andrew Gibbons aboard are significant advantages in this maiden field, making it the clear top pick.
Pula
A Diva boasts an impressive 50% win rate and 83% place rate from only 6 starts, including a last-start win. With a top jockey in Jye McNeil and a favourable barrier 4, she is the standout pick with significant upside in this class.
Zeshadow (NZL)
A Diva boasts an impressive 50% win rate and 83% place rate from only 6 starts, including a last-start win. With a top jockey in Jye McNeil and a favourable barrier 4, she is the standout pick with significant upside in this class.
Coulter Chad Lever
Coulter boasts the best recent form with a win and a second from its last two starts, indicating it's peaking. With a high Win% and Place% from limited starts, coupled with the inside barrier and a top jockey, it's the clear favourite despite the class rise.
With Strength
Boasts the best recent form with two wins from its last four starts and the highest Win% in the field. Drawing barrier 1 with a capable jockey gives it a significant advantage over this short distance, making it the clear top pick.
Tiddy Widdy (NZL)
This horse boasts the best form in the field, consistently placing in maidens and showing a high Place% of 41%. With Jason Holder aboard, despite a wider barrier, its proven ability to run close suggests it's the most likely winner in this weak maiden.
Autumn Boy
Autumn Boy is a rising star with an outstanding win and place percentage from limited starts, showing immense potential and current form. Despite a slightly wider barrier, its recent wins and high class suggest it's the horse to beat.
Autumn Slide (NZL) Daniel Stackhouse
A Diva boasts an impressive 50% win rate and 83% place rate from only 6 starts, including a last-start win. With a top jockey in Jye McNeil and a favourable barrier 4, she is the standout pick with significant upside in this class.
Damas
Damas boasts exceptional recent form with three wins and two seconds in its last five starts, indicating peak condition. Its high place percentage (73%) and the presence of top jockey Brad Rawiller from the Patrick Payne stable make it a strong favourite from an ideal barrier 2.
Restonica M R Du Plessis
Restonica boasts excellent recent form with three wins and a second in its last five starts, including a last-start win. Its high Win% and Place% coupled with an ideal barrier and strong prizemoney make it the top pick in this field.
Moet At Midnight
Despite a wide barrier, Moet At Midnight comes off a strong last-start win and has a good place percentage. The recent form suggests she is in peak condition and ready to contend again.
Mougenot Jess Philpot
Mougenot is in sensational form with three wins and a third in its last five starts, indicating peak performance. Its high win and place percentages, combined with an ideal barrier draw, make it the top pick for this race.
Rock Ya (NZL)
Impressive win rate (33%) from limited starts and two recent wins show strong progression. Despite a slightly wider barrier (7), its high place percentage and upward trajectory make it the horse to beat.
A Diva
A Diva boasts an impressive 50% win rate and 83% place rate from only 6 starts, including a last-start win. With a top jockey in Jye McNeil and a favourable barrier 4, she is the standout pick with significant upside in this class.
Chief White Sock Raymond Vigar
Boasts the best recent form with a win and a strong placing, coupled with the highest Win% and significant career earnings. Barrier 1 and a top jockey further enhance its winning prospects in this field.
Until Valhalla Emily Pozman
A Diva boasts an impressive 50% win rate and 83% place rate from only 6 starts, including a last-start win. With a top jockey in Jye McNeil and a favourable barrier 4, she is the standout pick with significant upside in this class.
Kikkuli
This horse is coming off a last-start win and has the highest Win% in the field, indicating recent form and ability. The trainer Will Clarken is a significant positive, and barrier 3 is ideal for the distance, making it the clear top pick.
Altar Boy
Altar Boy boasts exceptional recent form with multiple wins and placings, indicating peak fitness. With the top jockey and an ideal barrier 1, this horse is perfectly positioned to dominate. His high win and place percentages, coupled with significant career earnings, make him the standout pick.
Epoch (NZL)
This horse boasts the best place percentage in the field (57%) with consistent recent form, including multiple thirds. Stepping up to 2000m for the first time is a slight query, but the strong form and good barrier make it the top pick.
Cannykev Natika Riordan Sean &
With a 21% win rate and 71% place rate, Cannykev is in career-best form, highlighted by two wins from its last three starts. The good barrier and proven ability at this distance make it a serious threat.
Cardonette Leah Martyn A2
This horse boasts an impressive 100% place rate from three starts, indicating strong consistency in competitive fields. With a top trainer in Tony Gollan and a good barrier, it looks primed to break its maiden.
Feminino (NZL)
Undefeated in her last two starts, Feminino has a remarkable 67% win rate from only three career runs. The Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott stable is in top form, and Tim Clark is a strong booking from barrier 4, making her a serious threat.
Mukhtalif (IRL)
Mukhtalif has an outstanding career record, placing in all five starts including two recent wins, and has a perfect 100% Place% which is rare. Trained by Ciaron Maher and ridden by Ben Allen from an inside gate, this horse is clearly on an upward trajectory and looks hard to beat.
Raymond's Reward Sairyn Fawke
Coming off a last-start win and showing consistent placings before that, Raymond's Reward is in excellent form. Its high career place percentage and good barrier draw make it the most likely winner in this field.
Autumn Break
With a 50% win rate from only six starts and three consecutive wins, Autumn Break is an exciting prospect with untapped potential. Despite the wide barrier 17, its rapid progression and excellent form suggest it can overcome the draw to be a major threat.
Express Barbie Boris Thornton
Express Barbie boasts a strong recent form string including a win and a second, coupled with a good win and place percentage. The inside barrier and consistent performance make her the top pick.
Mrs Iglesia
This mare has solid recent form including two wins, high career earnings, and a good place percentage. The inside barrier and top jockey Jake Toeroek make her a strong contender in this class.
Starton Ianish Luximon
This horse boasts excellent recent form with multiple placings including back-to-back seconds, showing consistency and readiness to win. The inside barrier and high place percentage further enhance its strong winning claims in this field.
Leveraged Buyout Deborah Barton
This horse boasts the highest Win% and Prizemoney in the field, coupled with a recent win and an excellent inside barrier. While form can be a bit mixed, the last win suggests it's in good order for this class.
Taipan Tommy
This horse boasts the highest Win% and Prizemoney in the field, indicating superior class and consistency. Recent form includes wins and placings, and the inside barrier with a good jockey makes him a strong top pick.
Oscar's Fortune
This horse boasts strong career statistics and a high prizemoney earner, indicating class. The inside barrier and top jockey Patrick Carbery further enhance its winning prospects in this field, making it a prime contender despite recent unplaced runs at a higher level.
Now East Tala Hutchinson
Showing a second and a third in recent starts, this horse has the best recent form and is knocking on the door for a maiden win. The good barrier and demonstrated ability to place make it the strongest contender here.
Palawa Kani Leah Martyn
Consistent performer with a strong form string including multiple wins, and a solid Win% of 28%. Barrier 2 is ideal for this distance, positioning it as a genuine threat to the favourite.
Cool Bee Bee
Despite only three starts, this horse has shown significant promise with two third-place finishes, indicating it's knocking on the door. The inside barrier and Paul Gatt aboard for Paul Preusker are strong positives, making it the top pick.
River Frost Danielle Hirini
River Frost is a very consistent performer with excellent recent form, including two wins and multiple placings. Its strong career record and good barrier draw position it as a serious contender with a high chance of success.
Make A Call Chelsea Baker
Boasts strong recent form with multiple wins and placings, indicating good current fitness and ability. The inside barrier (2) and high career earnings for this class are significant advantages, making it a top contender.
About To Explode Angela Jones
Despite a slightly inconsistent recent form string, About To Explode has a strong Win% and Place% and is well-drawn in barrier 1. With a top trainer, it presents a genuine threat if it can recapture its best form.
Aurum Belle
Also undefeated in two starts, Aurum Belle has shown strong form and comes from a reputable stable with Brad Parnham in the saddle. Barrier 2 is ideal, positioning her as a strong contender to challenge the favourite.
Mr Trafficanti (NZL) Alyssa Webb
Despite a last start unplaced run, his form includes a win and a second within his last five starts, indicating he's in good touch. With a strong career record at this distance and a jockey change, he looks a strong contender in this class.
Lakehurst Polly Brewster
This mare boasts the best recent form with multiple placings, the highest career earnings, and a strong win/place percentage in this field. Drawing barrier 1 is a significant advantage, making her the top pick despite the jockey change.
Our Turn Now (NZL) M R Du Plessis
Coming off a last-start win and boasts an excellent place percentage of 55% from 29 starts. Despite a slightly wider barrier, his consistent recent form and ability to place make him the best pick for this race.
Gringotts (NZL) Nash Rawiller
This horse boasts an impressive win rate and career earnings, coupled with a prime inside barrier and top jockey. Despite a recent unplaced run, its overall form string shows class and consistency, making it a strong winning chance.
Another Cashie
This lightly raced horse has an exceptional 100% place rate from 4 starts, including a win and two seconds. Despite a wide barrier, its consistent high-level performance and upward trajectory make it a strong contender, though the lack of experience at this level adds a slight risk.
Shadowfax Isaac Sit
This horse boasts consistent recent form, including a win and two seconds, indicating it's in peak condition. With a strong place percentage and the inside barrier, it's a top contender in this field.
Stellar Legend Aidan Holt
This horse boasts the best recent form with three consecutive placings, including two seconds, indicating it's knocking on the door for a maiden win. Its higher place percentage and career earnings compared to the field suggest it has the most class and consistency to break through here.
Toronado Queen
With a 40% win rate and an outstanding 80% place rate from five starts, Toronado Queen is a highly consistent performer. Her solid form string (12x102) and good barrier draw make her a strong contender for the win.
Fireball
This Waller runner boasts the highest prizemoney and a strong 50% win rate from limited starts, indicating class. Despite a couple of recent unplaced runs, the 1400m distance and inside barrier with Tim Clark are highly favourable for a return to form.
Peachtree Flyer Lauren Guernier Trevor &
This horse shows the most promise with a 3rd place finish in only three starts, indicating improvement. The inside barrier and a jockey who has ridden it before are positives for a maiden breakthrough.
Billabong Louis Beuzelin Gai Waterhouse &
This colt brings the strongest form into the race with a second-place finish on debut, and comes from a top stable/jockey combination. The inside barrier and proven race experience over the distance make him the clear top pick in this maiden field.
Xarpo
With excellent recent form (13x1822x12) and a strong career Win% of 36% and Place% of 73%, Xarpo is a consistent performer. Jockey Jye McNeil is a significant positive, and despite a wide barrier 16, its proven ability to finish strongly makes it a strong contender.
First Empire
Despite only one win, this horse has an outstanding place record (86%) from limited starts and is in career-best form. Ryan Maloney takes the ride for a strong stable, indicating a genuine threat despite the wide barrier.
Enjoy The Cracken Yuri Yaranga Shane
This horse boasts an impressive Place% and consistently good recent form, including a win and multiple 2nd and 3rd place finishes. Its consistency and ability to run into the money make it the most likely winner in this field.
Here To Shock (NZL) Daniel Stackhouse Ben, Will &
Despite a high career win rate and significant prizemoney, recent form is a bit mixed but includes a win. The inside barrier and strong jockey engagement make him a top contender in this field.
Doctor Askar (NZL)
Boasts an excellent win and place percentage, indicating strong class, and comes off a recent win. The Waller stable and Jye McNeil are a formidable combination, making him a strong contender despite a slight class rise.
Aerodrome
Aerodrome boasts an impressive 43% win rate and has won two of its last three starts, demonstrating excellent recent form. The good barrier and strong win percentage make it a leading contender in this race.
Burning Bright
Boasts excellent recent form including a win and multiple placings, coupled with a strong career place percentage and good prizemoney. Barrier 3 with Jason Holder is a significant advantage, making it a top contender at this distance.
Savitri
With two wins from four starts and a 75% place rate, Savitri boasts excellent recent form, including a last start win. Drawing barrier 6 with Ben Allen aboard, she presents a strong challenge to the favourite.
Rock In Wonder Natika Riordan
Despite a last start unplaced run, his form includes a recent win and strong placings. With a favourable barrier one and a decent win percentage, he's a strong contender to bounce back over this distance.
Laa De Sha Dakotah Keane Ben, Will &
With a strong 32% win rate and recent form including a win and a second, Laa De Sha is a genuine contender. Barrier 2 is ideal, and the horse consistently performs well, making it a strong pick in this field.
Dwight
With only three starts, this horse has shown good improvement, including a second-place finish last start over 1200m. The step up to 1350m looks suitable, and with Rory Hutchings aboard from a good barrier, it shapes as the most likely winner.
Miss Wildcat Dylan Turner
With a 75% place rate from only 4 starts and good recent form including placings, Miss Wildcat is a strong contender. The wide barrier is a slight concern but her form suggests she can overcome it.
Indian Fever
Indian Fever is a proven performer with the highest career prizemoney and a strong Win% (26%), coming off a recent win. His consistent form, including multiple placings, suggests he's a genuine threat and will be right in the finish.
Creator Of Magic Charle Oliveros Eric
Creator Of Magic boasts an impressive 50% win rate from limited starts, including a last-start win, suggesting significant upside. With a good barrier and high career place percentage, she looks like the horse to beat.
Super Lad Caitlin Tootell
With a strong recent form string including three wins and a high Win% and Place%, Super Lad is a serious contender. The wide barrier is a slight concern, but its current form is hard to ignore.
Garfield Valentin Le Boeuf
This horse boasts excellent recent form with multiple placings and a win, indicating it's in peak condition for this class. The inside barrier and strong place percentage further enhance its winning prospects, making it the top pick.
Drill City
Drill City has excellent recent form including two wins and two seconds, showing a sharp current preparation. Despite having fewer career starts, its higher win percentage and good barrier 2 make it a strong threat.
Silk Sonic
This horse has an excellent Win% and Place% with three wins from its last four starts, showing great current form. Despite a wider barrier, its impressive career record and recent victories suggest it's a strong contender.
Dynasty Reward Jessica Booth
Dynasty Reward has consistently placed, showing good form with multiple seconds and thirds, and a strong place percentage. While still a maiden after 11 starts, the inside barrier and consistent efforts make it a strong contender against this opposition.
Curse It
Curse It has a fantastic recent form of 3x6112, showing consistency and a strong will to win, including a high Place% of 86%. From barrier 3 with a 1.5kg claim, this horse presents as a genuine threat and has the class to be right in the finish.
Royalzel
Despite a high career win rate of 17% and the highest prizemoney, its recent form is a bit mixed but includes a win and two seconds. The wide barrier is a concern, but its class and experience cannot be ignored.
Valenki Aidan Holt
Valenki has a very consistent recent form, including multiple wins and placings, and a respectable Win/Place percentage. Barrier 2 is ideal for the 950m sprint, positioning it as a strong contender right on the heels of the favourite.
The Next Episode
Bounced back from an unplaced debut to win its second start impressively, showing good improvement. With a top trainer and jockey combination, and a favourable barrier, it's a strong chance to continue its winning ways.
Crunchy Nut Tash Faithfull
With a strong win percentage and two recent wins earlier in its form cycle, this runner is a genuine contender. The inside barrier and good prizemoney further enhance its chances in this field.
Flying Capital Linda
As a first-starter from the Dabernig stable with a good barrier, this horse enters a very winnable maiden race. Trainer Dabernig has a good strike rate with debutants, and the lack of strong proven form in the field makes this an appealing prospect.
Rock 'n' The Jam
Despite limited career starts, Rock 'n' The Jam has an impressive 50% win rate and is stepping up in class with good recent form. While the wide barrier is a slight concern, its potential is undeniable and Steven Parnham is a capable jockey.
Satono Invader (NZL) Tyler Schiller
With three wins from six starts and an 83% place rate, Satono Invader has a strong profile, including back-to-back wins before her last unplaced run. Tyler Schiller takes the ride, but barrier 12 presents a challenge at this distance.
Kentucky Women Sairyn Fawke
Kentucky Women boasts the best recent form with two second-place finishes in her last five starts, indicating she's knocking on the door for a maiden win. With a good barrier and a decent place percentage, she looks to be the most likely winner in this field.
Facundo
Comes into this race with outstanding form, having won 4 of its last 6 starts, including back-to-back wins before a spell. Barrier 4 and jockey Ryan Maloney are significant positives, making it a strong contender despite the unplaced run last start.
Flying Nic Neil
As a first-starter from the Dabernig stable with a good barrier, this horse enters a very winnable maiden race. Trainer Dabernig has a good strike rate with debutants, and the lack of strong proven form in the field makes this an appealing prospect.
Vino Novello
Vino Novello boasts a strong 50% win rate and 70% place rate, with recent form indicating consistency and a will to win, including two wins in its last three starts. The good barrier and solid career record make it a genuine threat to the favourite.
Jimmysstar (NZL)
Jimmysstar has a fantastic career record with a high win percentage and significant prizemoney, proving his class. His last start was unplaced, but prior form was strong, and he draws the coveted barrier 1 with a top trainer, making him a strong contender.
Saban Zac Spain
Comes into this race in superb form with two consecutive wins and a strong place percentage. Despite the wide barrier (16), his current trajectory and proven ability make him a top chance.
Monopolistic (NZL) Zac Purton
Monopolistic boasts a 50% win rate from four starts, including two wins and a second, showing strong ability. With Zac Purton riding and a good career record, it's a strong contender despite the wider draw.
Gaming Jett Newman
Gaming boasts strong recent form with two wins and a second in its last five starts, indicating current fitness. While the wide barrier is a concern, its consistent performance suggests it can overcome this challenge.
Vermicella
Vermicella has a fantastic win rate and recent form including two wins and a third, showing excellent current condition. James McDonald from barrier 4 is a formidable combination, making this horse a very strong contender with a low-risk profile.
Thunder Shoc Will Price
With an impressive form string including three wins and a second in its last six starts, this horse is in excellent touch. The inside barrier (5) and strong win/place percentages make it a genuine contender, especially with Will Clarken training.
Naughty Neil Cejay Graham Chris &
With a win and a third from two starts, Naughty Neil has shown good potential and matches the win percentage of the top pick. Barrier 2 is ideal, making it a strong threat if it handles the distance rise.
Sheisthehero
Another mare in outstanding form, with 5 wins in her last 8 starts and a strong Win% of 41%. She has proven class and the barrier 4 draw is ideal, making her a serious threat to the favourite.
Streisand
Streisand has an exceptional 83% place rate and the highest career prizemoney, indicating high class and consistency. Despite the wide barrier, Ben Melham is a top jockey who can navigate, making this a strong contender with proven form.
Weona Redwood (NZL)
Possesses the highest win percentage in the field (38%) and has recent wins indicating good form. The wide barrier (9) is a concern, but its class and winning habit keep it firmly in contention.
Cheyne Bay Chanel Cooper
Recent form shows a win and a second, indicating current good condition. Barrier 3 is ideal, and with Adam Durrant also riding this horse, it suggests strong stable confidence and a genuine winning chance.
Duchess Zou
Duchess Zou has an outstanding 50% win rate from only 6 starts, including three recent wins, indicating significant upside. While stepping up in class and drawing barrier 12 is a slight concern, her rapid improvement makes her a strong each-way chance.
Luana Miss
Luana Miss has an excellent win rate of 57% from only 7 starts and strong recent form including multiple wins. Despite a wider barrier, its proven ability and high place percentage make it a strong contender with significant upside.
Krissys Star
Krissys Star has an excellent place percentage of 80% and two wins from five starts, including a recent win and a third last time out. Her consistency and high prizemoney make her a very strong contender, just slightly behind the top pick.
Suntora
Comes into this race in fantastic form with multiple wins and placings recently, demonstrating consistency and ability. While stepping up in class, the momentum and Nick Ryan stable make him a strong contender for a top-three finish.
Fashion World Linda Meech
A strong second-place finish on its second career start suggests this horse has talent and is ready to break through. With Linda Meech in the saddle, it's a strong contender despite a wider barrier.
Mohawk Warrior Rachel Shred
Showed good form with a win and a second placing before a last-start unplaced run, suggesting he has the ability to compete strongly here. The inside barrier and self-jockey Rachel Shred could see him bounce back to form.
Picture Of A City (GBR)
Recent form shows a win and two seconds, which is competitive for this race, although its Win% is low. The inside barrier and trainer Lucinda Boyd are positives, but it needs to recapture its best form after a couple of unplaced runs.
So Si God
This horse has shown excellent consistency with a win and two placings from four starts, indicating strong potential. While the wider barrier is a slight concern, the high place percentage and top jockey keep it a strong contender.
Stardom
Boasting a strong 43% win rate and a good barrier, Stardom comes from a top stable and has proven she can win. Her last start was unplaced, but prior form is strong, making her a genuine threat.
Got Out The Fence
This horse is in excellent form, having won three of its last four starts, demonstrating a strong will to win. While its overall place percentage is lower, the recent consistency suggests it's found its niche and will be competitive from a good barrier 5.
Miss Boom
Despite a short career, Miss Boom has shown promise with a recent win and a high place percentage. The inside draw and a fresh preparation make her a strong each-way chance, though stepping up in class slightly adds a medium risk.
Easiest Choice Lee Magorrian
Coming off a strong maiden win, Easiest Choice has a good win/place strike rate and draws well in barrier 3. The step up to Class 1 is a test, but the recent form suggests it's up to the challenge.
Tow The Line
Coming off a last-start win and showing consistent place-getting form, Tow The Line is a strong contender with a good barrier draw. Its higher career earnings suggest a bit more class than some rivals.
Nicish Teo Nugent
Consistently runs well with a strong placing record, indicating reliability and a good chance to be in the finish. While not always winning, her recent form string of 1322124x22 shows she's knocking on the door and the barrier is favourable.
Kirkall Sean Cormack
Kirkall has solid recent form including a win and two placings, along with a high place percentage. Despite a slightly wider barrier, his consistency and ability make him a strong contender.
Revolution Rising
Solid recent form including a second-place finish, and a good Place% suggests consistency. Barrier 2 is advantageous, making it a strong contender despite a slightly lower Win% than the top pick.
Wolf Whistle Zel
Wolf Whistle Zel has shown good form with a win and a second from two starts, indicating strong natural ability. Barrier 3 is favourable, and he looks a genuine contender to challenge the favourite.
War Council Aidan Holt
Showed good form with a win and a second placing before a last-start unplaced run, suggesting he has the ability to compete strongly here. The inside barrier and self-jockey Rachel Shred could see him bounce back to form.
The Mount
This horse is in excellent form, having won three of its last four starts, demonstrating a strong will to win. While its overall place percentage is lower, the recent consistency suggests it's found its niche and will be competitive from a good barrier 5.
Snippety Legend Tash Faithfull
With a strong recent form string including multiple wins and a high 29% win rate, this horse is a genuine contender. The inside barrier is a bonus, but the jockey choice raises a slight question mark.
Travolta (GBR)
A consistent performer with a good Win% and Place% for Chris Waller, and the booking of James McDonald is a huge plus. While his last start was a 4th, his overall form suggests he's a genuine threat in this company.
Emperor Daniel Moor
Coming off two recent wins, Emperor Daniel Moor shows good current form and has a respectable career Win%. The barrier 6 draw is acceptable, positioning it as a strong contender if it handles the class rise effectively.
Just A Brother Brooke King Shayne &
Comes into this race with strong recent form, including two wins and two seconds in its last four starts, indicating it's in peak condition. Despite a higher number of career starts, its current form and barrier 6 suggest it's a genuine chance to feature prominently.
Test Of Love (IRL)
With a strong 31% win rate and recent form of 11x998x113, this import has shown class and consistency. The inside barrier and a capable trainer/jockey combination make it a genuine threat, though it's stepping up in class from its previous wins.
Laws Wars (NZL) Jessica Booth
With a strong Place% and consistent minor placings, Laws Wars is a genuine contender who will appreciate the distance. The good barrier draw further enhances its chances to be in the finish.
The Grand Duchy Karl Zechner
Despite a slightly wider barrier, this runner has shown good recent form with two second-place finishes in its last three starts. The Matthew Hoysted stable is in good form, and Jaden Lloyd is a capable jockey.
I Tried So Hard Georgina
Despite a slightly wider barrier, this runner has shown good recent form with two second-place finishes in its last three starts. The Matthew Hoysted stable is in good form, and Jaden Lloyd is a capable jockey.
Head Of The River Jaden Lloyd
Despite a slightly wider barrier, this runner has shown good recent form with two second-place finishes in its last three starts. The Matthew Hoysted stable is in good form, and Jaden Lloyd is a capable jockey.
Terilee
Terilee has strong recent form with a last-start win and a 43% win rate from limited starts, showing good potential. Barrier 3 is ideal and she has a high place percentage, making her a genuine contender despite a slightly less experienced jockey.
Betwitchery
Betwitchery comes into this race in superb form, winning three of its last four starts including back-to-back victories. While stepping up in class, its recent consistency and good barrier 5 make it a genuine threat, though its Win% is slightly lower than the top contenders.
Eclair Awesome
Showed a strong return to form with a last-start win and has a good overall win percentage. The wider barrier 7 is a slight concern, but Ben Thompson is a capable jockey who can overcome it, positioning this horse as a genuine threat.
Stranglehold
Stranglehold has a strong win percentage for a Class 1 horse and an excellent inside barrier. His last start win indicates good current form, making him a strong contender despite limited career starts.
See Ya Later Baby Isaac Sit
This horse has solid recent form including a win and a second, indicating it's racing well. The inside barrier is a plus, and its career place percentage is respectable for this class, making it a strong contender.
Tiz Speedy Agustin Bracho
Tiz Speedy Agustin Bracho has shown good recent form with two second-place finishes, indicating a return to competitive spirit. While its win percentage is moderate, the inside barrier and recent placings make it a genuine threat for the win or a strong placing.
Darlinc
Despite a long career without a win, Darlinc has shown glimpses of ability with two placings and has the most prizemoney in the field. The inside barrier and a top trainer give her a strong chance to break her maiden, but her overall form string is concerning.
Wild Imagination (NZL)
Despite a high number of starts, this horse has an impressive 15 career wins and good recent form including two wins. The wide barrier is a slight concern, but the overall class and consistency are strong.
Without Fail
Showed good improvement last start with a second-place finish over 1600m, suggesting the 2000m trip could suit. With only three starts, there's scope for further improvement and a strong jockey booking.
Decoration Holly Nottle Daniel &
With two wins in its last five starts and a strong 53% place rate, this horse shows good ability and consistency. The inside barrier is a plus, but the unplaced effort last start raises a slight question mark.
Eighteen Months
This horse has shown some ability with a third-place finish in its short career and draws the coveted rail barrier. While still a maiden, its form is the most encouraging among those with race experience, making it a strong contender in this weak field.
Piccaderro
With a 20% win rate and decent recent form including a win and a third, this horse is a genuine contender. While barrier 8 is a slight concern, its overall consistency and jockey quality make it a strong chance.
Shimshalar
Shows consistent place form with recent 2nd and 3rd placings, and a high Place% suggests it's often around the mark. Barrier 6 is acceptable, and while not a frequent winner, its consistency makes it a strong contender for a top-three finish.
Magic Mover
Magic Mover has a solid win rate and Prizemoney, backed by a recent win two starts back and a good inside barrier. While recent form is a bit mixed, the trainer/jockey combination and distance suitability make it a strong contender.
Penalties Lee Magorrian
Despite 15 starts without a win, this horse has placed three times and consistently runs competitive races in maidens, including three second-place finishes. The good barrier and solid prizemoney for a maiden suggest it's knocking on the door and gets a strong chance here.
Frozen Four Bailey Weatherly Jami
Despite a low Win%, this horse has an excellent Place% and significant career earnings, indicating consistent performance. Recent form includes a 2nd and a 4th, suggesting it's very competitive and a strong contender for the win or place.
Interval
Interval boasts a solid place percentage and has been consistently running into the placings in recent starts, including two seconds. The inside barrier and decent career earnings suggest he's a strong contender here.
Darlinc Rochelle Milnes
Despite a long form string without a win, Darlinc has shown glimpses of ability with two placings from 19 starts, indicating some competitive spirit. The inside barrier and a capable trainer could see it run into the money against an uninspiring field.
I Dreamed A Dream
With two wins in its last five starts and a strong 53% place rate, this horse shows good ability and consistency. The inside barrier is a plus, but the unplaced effort last start raises a slight question mark.
Cordina Cody Collis
Cordina has a high place percentage and has been very consistent recently with three placings from its last four runs. The wide barrier is a slight disadvantage, but its form indicates it's a genuine each-way chance.
Storm Leopard Tommy Berry Ben, Will &
Boasts a strong win rate and recent form, indicating good potential for this distance. While lacking a top-tier jockey, its consistent performance suggests it can be a strong contender.
He's Cool
Coming off a last-start win, He's Cool has found some form and benefits from a good barrier draw in 3. While his overall win percentage is modest, the recent victory indicates he's ready to compete strongly in this class.
Magic Defense Ianish Luximon
Magic Defense has shown strong recent form with two wins and two seconds in his last five starts, demonstrating good current ability. His impressive 68% place percentage suggests consistency, and barrier 3 is advantageous. While lacking a top jockey, his form makes him a genuine threat.
Our Sassy Lady (NZL) Anna Jordsjo
Despite a last-start unplaced run, this mare has shown good form prior with a second and third, and boasts the highest Place% in the field. While the wide barrier 7 is a slight concern, her overall career earnings and consistent placing suggest she's a strong contender.
Seams Logical M R Du Plessis
With a 60% Win% and 80% Place% from only five starts, this horse is lightly raced but highly promising, including a last-start win. The good barrier draw and strong form make it a genuine threat in this field.
Cantiamo
Returning with a win after a spell, Cantiamo has a 50% win rate and is trained by Kris Lees, indicating readiness. A wider barrier is a slight concern, but her fresh form is compelling.
Highstrung (NZL) Jess Philpot
Despite no career wins, Highstrung has an impressive 46% Place rate and excellent recent form, including a last start second. The good barrier and consistent placings suggest he is knocking on the door for a breakthrough win.
Kickstart Jett Newman
Kickstart has solid career earnings and a recent second-place finish, showing good form. The inside barrier is a significant advantage, positioning it as a genuine threat in this maiden field.
Maysoonfly
Maysoonfly showed good improvement last start with a win, suggesting he's hitting form at the right time. While his overall record isn't as strong as Ramasis, the recent win and a good barrier draw give him a strong each-way chance to contend for the placings.
Shortcut Jett Newman
Boasting a 47% place rate and recent consistent form including a second and a third, this horse is a reliable performer. The inside barrier is a significant advantage, and it has proven its ability to run well in competitive fields.
Shal Exceed
Despite a last start unplaced effort, Shal Exceed has a good win percentage for this field and a recent win two starts back. The inside barrier and Brad Rawiller on board are significant positives, making it a strong contender if it can find its best form.
Ouragan
Ouragan showed promise with a win two starts back and has a decent Win% for its short career. While its last run was poor, the inside barrier and a capable jockey give it a strong chance to bounce back and contend for a place or even a win.
Galloping Guru (NZL) Sairyn Fawke
Showed good form with a win and a second placing recently, suggesting he's capable in this grade. The inside barrier and experienced jockey are positives, but consistency can be an issue.
Frawley Raymond Vigar
Frawley has a strong recent record with two wins and multiple placings, demonstrating good current form. While the wide barrier is a concern, its ability to run well suggests it's a strong contender for a top-three finish.
Lovey Dovey
This mare has excellent recent form with two wins and three seconds in her last five starts, coupled with a high career place percentage. The Chris Waller factor and Andrew Mallyon add to her strong contender status, despite the wide barrier.
Ruthless Angel Lucy Fiore
With a win and a second from two starts, Ruthless Angel has proven ability and a high place percentage. Barrier 3 is a good draw, and if she handles the step up in class, she's a genuine each-way chance.
Ready And Betta Lacey Morrison
Coming off a solid second-place finish, this runner shows improving form and has demonstrated ability to place. With a good barrier draw and a jockey who has ridden it recently, it presents a strong each-way chance in this field.
Cheeky Sort Louise Day
While not winning, this horse has shown some ability with a 3rd place finish and respectable prizemoney for a maiden. With Joseph Ible in the saddle and a reasonable barrier, it has a genuine chance to improve and contend for a place.
New Hampshire Bailey Wheeler
Boasting a 47% place rate and recent consistent form including a second and a third, this horse is a reliable performer. The inside barrier is a significant advantage, and it has proven its ability to run well in competitive fields.
Emmooki Magic
Despite only one career win, Emmooki Magic shows some recent competitive form with a 2nd place finish not long ago. The trainer change to Scott Whittle and a decent place percentage suggest she could improve here, making her a strong contender.
Watadeel Teo Nugent
Watadeel has solid recent form with two wins and a good career Win% and Place%. The inside barrier is a significant advantage, positioning it well for a strong performance.
Starcho Libre Sairyn Fawke
With only two starts, including a third-place finish, this horse has shown some promise and improvement. While still green, it has a genuine chance to break through in this field with a good barrier draw.
Lunaite
Has a good win percentage and showed strong form earlier in its career, including three wins. While recent runs are mixed, a return to form is possible from a good barrier with a top trainer.
Into Gold
Into Gold has a solid career record with good prizemoney and a respectable Place% (59%), demonstrating ability at this level. While his recent form is a bit mixed after a hat-trick of wins, the inside barrier and experienced jockey keep him in strong contention.
Audio Boy Holly Nottle
This horse is a consistent place-getter with a high place percentage, indicating reliability despite a low win rate. The inside barrier and Adam Durrant in the saddle are significant positives for an each-way play.
Hidden Melody McKenzie Apel
Showed excellent form earlier in its string with multiple wins, indicating good ability for this class. While its last start was unplaced, it has a good career Win% and can bounce back from barrier 4.
Heez De Man Lacey Morrison
Despite a long form string, this horse has two recent 2nd place finishes, suggesting it's knocking on the door. The inside barrier and experienced jockey give it a strong chance to place again, potentially breaking through.
Valley Prince Jessica Booth
With a high career win count and recent placings, this horse is a genuine contender, especially with its impressive career earnings. While consistent, it hasn't quite broken through for a win recently, placing it just below the top pick.
Weekend Buzz
Weekend Buzz has a solid career record with a good place percentage and the inside barrier. While recent form is a bit inconsistent, a win earlier in the string suggests it has the capability to perform well here.
It'sanotherbattle Lauren Stojakovic Shane &
An impressive debut winner, this horse has a perfect 100% win rate and draws a favourable barrier. While stepping up in class, the potential for improvement is high, making it a strong chance.
Cherish Me
Cherish Me has two wins from six starts, showing ability, and comes from a top stable. While her recent form is a bit mixed, a good barrier and the trainer's expertise suggest she can bounce back strongly here.
Machine Head Krysten Swaffer Trevor &
Machine Head has been consistently around the mark with recent placings and a win, indicating good current form. The inside barrier and Peter Rowe in the saddle are definite positives for this consistent performer.
Grand Omaha
Grand Omaha has a strong 40% win rate and an impressive 80% place rate from five starts, including a last start victory. While her form is good, the step up in class and a slightly wider barrier make her a strong each-way prospect.
Rommel's Goddess Simone Altieri
Rommel's Goddess has been very consistent recently, placing in four of its last five starts including two wins. The good barrier and solid career earnings make it a strong each-way prospect, though its win percentage is slightly lower than the top picks.
Jennyanydots Brooke King
Coming off a last-start win and a very high place percentage (77%), Jennyanydots shows good potential. The wide barrier (11) is a concern, but its recent form suggests it's capable of running a strong race.
Mangione E Walsh
Despite being a veteran with 107 starts, this horse has a last start third and significant career earnings, showing it still has ability at this level. The wide barrier is a concern, but its experience and recent placing make it an each-way chance.
Flyin' For Us Jemma Gutte
With the highest win percentage in the field and a good barrier draw, Flyin' For Us has the ability to be competitive. However, recent form has been a bit inconsistent, placing it just below the top picks.
Standard Street Lek Maloney
This horse has a good Win% from limited starts and showed promise with a recent win and a second place. Stepping up in distance, but the form suggests it has the class to compete strongly here.
Grey Power Krysten Swaffer Trevor &
Comes off a solid second placing and has a decent career place percentage, showing he can be competitive at this level. The wide barrier is a slight concern, but Peter Rowe is a capable jockey who can navigate it.
Oxford Blue
While lightly raced, this horse has a very impressive career win and place percentage, suggesting untapped potential. Its last start second indicates good current form, and barrier 5 is favourable for a strong run.
Giga Kick Zac Purton
Giga Kick has an impressive career prizemoney and win rate, demonstrating his ability at the top level. While his recent form has been a bit mixed with a couple of unplaced runs, he has shown he can bounce back and is a genuine threat from barrier 3.
Magic Invader Micheal Hellyer
Magic Invader has been very consistent with three consecutive third-place finishes, showing it's knocking on the door for a win. The inside barrier draw and Micheal Hellyer riding are definite positives.
Desert Waves Holly Nottle
This lightly raced horse shows excellent potential with a 33% win rate and recent back-to-back wins. While still building experience, the form indicates it's a strong chance to continue its progression.
Long Live Jean Van Overmeire
With two career runs, both resulting in fourth-place finishes, this horse shows some promise and has race experience. The inside barrier is a plus, and with Ciaron Maher as trainer, improvement can be expected. It's a strong contender for a place.
Runningonhighlevel Kirsten Swan Rodney
This horse has a strong Win% and Place% from limited starts, including a recent win and multiple 3rd place finishes. While less experienced, its upward trajectory and consistent placings make it a genuine contender.
Bergasun
Bergasun is in good recent form with two wins from its last three outings, showing it's capable at this level. While its overall win rate is lower than the top contenders, the presence of top jockey Jye McNeil from a favourable barrier keeps it in strong contention.
Avoidance
Avoidance has a solid win percentage and recent form includes a win, showing it's competitive in this grade. The inside barrier and Shaun McGruddy are positives, but consistency can be an issue.
Boy Crush Clint Johnston-porter
With a win and a second from two starts, Boy Crush has demonstrated consistent performance and a good racing pattern. While the trainer information is missing, his form suggests he's a strong each-way chance in this field.
Impardoo Lacey Morrison
Impardoo shows flashes of brilliance with recent wins and a good last start, indicating current form is strong. While career earnings are lower than the top two, barrier 3 provides a perfect run and makes it a genuine each-way chance.
Country God Natika Riordan
Despite a slightly inconsistent form string, this horse has the most career earnings and a decent win/place record over more starts. The inside barrier and experienced jockey give it a good chance to feature prominently.
Siccius
As a first-starter from the Kris Lees stable, this horse warrants respect, especially with a good barrier draw. While there's no form to go on, the stable often produces competitive debutants, making it an interesting prospect in a weak maiden.
Not Asking
As a first-starter, Not Asking is an unknown quantity but has the advantage of a good barrier and a clean slate. With no race form to assess, its potential is high, making it a strong contender based on the trainer's ability to produce ready first-up runners.
Road To Paris (NZL) Zac Purton R James &
Despite a recent unplaced run, prior form shows consistency with a good win and place percentage. The inside barrier and Zac Purton's booking are significant advantages, making it a strong chance.
Brown Nose Day Gal Brooke King
Despite lower career earnings, her recent form is very strong with three wins and multiple placings in her last five starts, showing she's in career-best form. The wide barrier is a slight concern, but her high place percentage suggests she'll be competitive.
Spylark (NZL)
Has shown good recent form with two wins and a third in its last five starts, indicating a return to form. While prizemoney is lower, the Win% is strong, suggesting potential to contend.
Steel Will
Debuted with a third-place finish, showing promise and a 100% place rate from its single start. With James McDonald aboard and from a top stable, it's expected to improve and be competitive, despite the lack of extensive form.
Prophesier
Showed good form last preparation with two wins and a placing, indicating ability in this class. While first-up from a spell and drawn wide, its overall career record and earnings make it a genuine threat if ready.
Bunker Hut (NZL) Jace McMurray
Bunker Hut has significant career earnings and a solid Place% over a longer career, indicating class. While its recent form is mixed, it has shown flashes of ability and could be an each-way chance from a good barrier.
Our Sassy Lady (NZL)
Our Sassy Lady has shown glimpses of form with a 3rd and 2nd recently, suggesting it's capable of competing in this grade. The good barrier and Melissa Julius are positives, giving it a genuine each-way chance to place.
Una Roca
Una Roca is in excellent recent form with two consecutive wins, showing good progression. While her career place percentage is lower than some, her last two starts suggest she's found her stride and the inside barrier is a plus.
Think Tank Isaac Sit
Has been knocking on the door with two second placings and a win within his last eight starts. While his last start was poor, he has the ability to bounce back and is well-placed here.
Iron Stupa Will Gordon
A second-place finish two starts back shows this horse has some ability and is competitive in maiden grade. While the form around that run is mixed, it's a definite strong contender here with improvement expected.
Dad Bod Lek Maloney
Dad Bod showed promise with a second-place finish earlier in its career, indicating some ability in a maiden race. The inside barrier 2 is a positive, and if it can recapture that early form, it's an each-way chance here.
Placid Pearl
This mare has a solid place percentage and recent form includes a win, though her last start was a zero. The inside barrier and Ben Thompson are positives, making her a strong contender if she can bounce back.
Written Aclaim
While still a maiden, Written Aclaim has placed in two of three starts, indicating ability and consistency. A good barrier and a jockey who knows the horse give it an each-way chance, but it needs to find more to win.
Olivia's Scandal Chelsea Taylor (a0.5)
Olivia's Scandal shows consistent placings recently, including a win and a second within its last five outings, proving it can find the line. Despite a wide barrier 8, its overall career place percentage and recent form suggest it's a solid each-way prospect.
Macciateau Joey Azzopardi
While recent form is patchy, a second-place finish last start indicates a return to form and it has a decent career win rate. The good barrier draw and solid prizemoney suggest it can be competitive here.
Alero
Alero has a solid 29% win rate and a last-start fifth after two wins, showing it's competitive in this grade. The inside barrier is a plus, and a 1.5kg claim for Ciaron Maher's runner adds to its appeal as an each-way chance.
Uptown Monk Kayla Crowther
With a recent win and a good win percentage from limited starts, this horse shows promise. The barrier draw is good, and with Kayla Crowther aboard, it has the potential to feature prominently.
Willaston Tala Hutchinson
Willaston has the highest career earnings and a respectable number of wins, indicating some class. While recent form is mixed, a 2nd and 3rd place in the last 5 starts show she can still perform, making her an each-way chance despite the wide barrier.
Bitofjustice
Bitofjustice has a recent win and a third-place finish, indicating some current form, and a respectable place percentage. While his win percentage is low, he has shown he can be competitive in this class.
Scampi Jace McMurray
Scampi Jace McMurray has a solid career Win% and significant prizemoney, indicating class. Its form is a bit mixed but includes wins, and the inside barrier 3 is a definite advantage, making it a genuine each-way chance.
Blazing Emerald Natika Riordan
While recent form is patchy, a second-place finish last start indicates a return to form and it has a decent career win rate. The good barrier draw and solid prizemoney suggest it can be competitive here.
So Country (NZL) Tala Hutchinson
Despite a higher career win percentage and significant prizemoney, recent form is a concern with many unplaced runs. However, two recent thirds show some ability, and the good barrier could help it find a place.
Mega Needs
Improved significantly last start to run second over 1600m, indicating it's finding form. The step up to 2000m is unknown, but with only three career starts, there's potential for further progression.
Panthera's Fate
Panthera's Fate has the highest win and place percentages in the field, with two wins in its last six starts. While recent form is slightly less consistent than its stablemate, its overall record and Prizemoney make it a genuine threat for the placings.
Agnello's Dream
Agnello's Dream has had two recent second-place finishes, showing it can be competitive when it finds its rhythm. The inside barrier 1 is a significant advantage, but its overall win percentage and unplaced runs temper expectations for a dominant win.
The Girl's Boy (NZL) Lek Maloney
The Girl's Boy has a mixed but competitive recent form string, including two wins, and boasts a solid career win percentage. Barrier 2 is excellent, providing a good run. The unknown trainer and jockey are minor concerns, but his overall record at this distance makes him an each-way contender.
Mr Markle
Comes from a strong stable (Patrick Payne) and has a top jockey in Brad Rawiller, which are significant positives. Its recent form includes a 3rd and a 5th in competitive races, indicating it has the ability to be in the finish here.
Better Not Fuss
Better Not Fuss has a respectable Place% and recent form shows multiple seconds and a third, indicating he's competitive at this level. The inside barrier is a plus, making him a genuine each-way chance if he can find that extra gear.
Trade Game
As a first-starter from the Richard & Chantelle Jolly stable with Jake Toeroek, there's inherent potential, especially from barrier 4. While an unknown quantity, the stable and jockey combination warrant respect in a maiden of this calibre.
Hit The Slopes Polly Brewster
With a high number of starts and consistent placings, this horse has proven capable of running into the money, especially from an inside barrier. Although a long time since a win, the 1800m distance might suit, giving it an each-way chance.
Gladstone Grande Christian Reith
This horse has shown glimpses of ability with a win earlier in its preparation and a decent place percentage. The inside barrier is a plus, but recent form has been a little inconsistent, making him an each-way prospect.
Love To Lie Polly Brewster
Love To Lie showed promise on debut with a third-place finish, indicating some ability despite a poor follow-up run. If she can recapture her debut form, she's a strong each-way chance, but the wide barrier is a concern.
Toussaint (NZL) Mitchell Bell
Toussaint has consistent recent form, culminating in a maiden win, and boasts a high place percentage. The wide barrier is a slight concern, but Mitchell Bell is a solid jockey who can navigate it.
Lady De Vega Chelsea Jokic
With 32 starts without a win, its maiden status is a concern, but a recent 3rd place shows it's still competitive at this level. The wide barrier is a challenge, but it has proven capable of placing.
Manhattan Strip
While recent form is patchy, a second-place finish last start indicates a return to form and it has a decent career win rate. The good barrier draw and solid prizemoney suggest it can be competitive here.
Mako (NZL)
While its form string is not ideal, Mako has three career starts and is trained by Joseph Pride, often a good indicator for maidens. With Rory Hutchings aboard and a decent barrier, it could show improvement and be an each-way chance in this field.
King Canute Lauren Guernier
Despite a long career without a win, this horse's place percentage is reasonable and it has shown glimpses of ability, including a second-place finish in its past. A good barrier draw could see it run into the placings if it can find its best form.
Chilly Charlie Lee Magorrian
Chilly Charlie is a consistent performer, often placing in the money, as shown by its recent second and third-place finishes. However, its low Win% suggests it struggles to convert placings into wins, making it more of an each-way prospect.
Mummsie Lek Maloney
While its Win% is low, recent form includes several seconds, indicating it's competitive and can hit the board. This horse represents a decent each-way chance, capable of a placing if the pace suits.
Big Boy George
While its recent form is inconsistent, Big Boy George has proven ability with 5 career wins and decent prizemoney. A wide barrier draw is a concern, but it has the class to be an each-way chance if it finds its best form.
Brroosha
This Ciaron Maher-trained runner has had one start for a 7th, suggesting some potential for improvement. With Adam Farragher and a good barrier, it could show significant progress second-up in a weak maiden field.
Pressiaire Jessica
Another first-starter, Pressiaire benefits from a favourable barrier draw which can be crucial over 1000m. While lacking race experience, the barrier gives it an each-way chance if it shows natural speed from the gates.
Boolcunda Dawn Teagan Voorham Peter &
Boolcunda Dawn has a mixed form string but did win recently, showing some ability. However, consistency is a concern, and the jockey change might impact performance, placing her as an each-way prospect rather than a strong contender.
Bjarne Anna Jordsjo
A single placing in 11 starts and recent form showing some consistency around the 5th-8th mark suggests an each-way chance in a weak maiden. The inside barrier is a plus, but a win still seems unlikely.
Blitzburg Karl Zechner
Blitzburg has a high career prizemoney total but its recent form has been very poor, including a last-place finish. Although it has won twice, the lack of recent placings and inconsistent runs make it a roughie.
ALL TOP PICKS
Sheza Alibi boasts an incredible win and place percentage, with an almost flawless recent form string including multiple dominant wins. Despite a wide barrier, its undeniable class and consistency make it the top pick and most likely winner.
Boasts exceptional recent form with three consecutive wins and a high career Win% at 37%. Drawing barrier 1 is a significant advantage over 1000m, making it the top pick despite the class rise.
With an incredible 67% win rate and 100% place rate from only 9 starts, this horse is a rising star with a dominant form string of four consecutive wins. Nash Rawiller from barrier 3 makes it the top pick, indicating immense talent and consistency.
Saxon Beach boasts the best recent form with multiple placings including a second last start, and the highest prizemoney and place percentage in the field. From barrier 5, this horse is primed to break its maiden status in this weak field.
This horse boasts the highest career earnings and an impressive 54% place rate from 13 starts, indicating consistent performance. Despite the wide barrier, its consistent placings against similar fields make it the most likely winner.
Undefeated in three starts, this filly has shown exceptional talent and a perfect winning record. Despite a wide barrier, her raw ability and 100% win rate make her the top pick in this field.
This horse boasts an unblemished 2-for-2 record, showing exceptional promise and a high win percentage. Despite the step up in class, its perfect form and potential for further improvement make it the top pick.
Boasts exceptional recent form with multiple wins and a high career Win% of 41%, indicating strong reliability. The Waterhouse/Bott stable and Tim Clark combination from barrier 1 are significant advantages, making him a top contender.
With only 7 career starts, this horse boasts an impressive 29% win rate and 71% place rate, indicating significant upside. Its recent form includes two wins and a second from its last four starts, suggesting it's in peak condition and ready to step up in class.
This filly boasts an impressive career record with 2 wins and a second from just 5 starts, including a last-start win. With James McDonald aboard and trained by Chris Waller, from an ideal barrier 3, she is the clear top pick.
This horse is the clear standout with exceptional form, high Win/Place percentages, and significant prizemoney. The combination of James McDonald, Ciaron Maher, and a good barrier makes it the top pick.
Joliestar boasts exceptional recent form, including back-to-back wins, and a high win/place percentage, indicating strong consistency. With James McDonald aboard and a favourable barrier 6, she is perfectly positioned to deliver a top performance in this class.
This horse boasts exceptional recent form, including multiple wins, and a strong career win/place percentage. The inside barrier and significant prizemoney for its runs further enhance its winning prospects in this field.
With an incredible 67% win rate and 100% place rate from only 9 starts, this horse is a rising star with a dominant form string of four consecutive wins. Nash Rawiller from barrier 3 makes it the top pick, indicating immense talent and consistency.
Boasts exceptional recent form with three consecutive wins and a high career Win% at 37%. Drawing barrier 1 is a significant advantage over 1000m, making it the top pick despite the class rise.