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9 Nov, 2:00 am AEDT

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Meeting — Sat 17 Oct, 11:00 am AEDT

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Race 9 — Sportsbet Caulfield Cup 2400m · jumps Sat 17 Oct, 5:15 pm AEDT

Race preview

Caulfield's showpiece 2400-metre Group 1 handicap is a proper puzzle on GOOD4 going under fine skies at 5:15 pm AEDT. The win market sits tight across the top four: Cosmic Crusader heads the order, followed by Zahrann, Wine Dark Sea, and Half Yours. This is a race where last year's Caulfield and Melbourne Cups winner Half Yours returns to defend turf, but the market has him fourth-up. That tells a story—the field is loaded with form and freshness.

Cosmic Crusader leads the market with genuine credentials. The four-year-old settled handy to win the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington over heavy going, then showed class when second at Caulfield over 1800 metres last time. Trainer Andrea Leek and jockey William Pike form a hot combo, running 78 per cent above market expectations, and Pike himself is delivering 30 per cent above career average return on turnover in his last 100 rides. Drawn barrier 14, Cosmic Crusader will likely hunt cover from an on-pace position. Half Yours, ridden by Mark Zahra, carries top weight at 57.5 kilograms and arrives off a freshen-up. Zahra's recent strike rate sits 17 per cent better than career average, and the pair worked home nicely second-up at Flemington. The form line reads solid for another bold tilt. Wine Dark Sea, an importing British recruit who won a Group 3 over 2670 metres at Newbury 63 days ago, carries the support of both Damian Lane (21 per cent above market in his last 100 rides) and a form profile that suggests immediate fitness for this distance after let-up.

The on-pace runners cluster together: Cosmic Crusader, Kingswood, Enfjaar, and Royal Supremacy all map to hunt the early lead. Kingswood and his handler Gavin Bedggood form another plus-money combo, outperforming market by 54 per cent, while Enfjaar won last start from barrier 1 and figures as a poacher. The case for Cosmic Crusader's market position rests on recent Australian form convergence, hot booking metrics, and a map where he can hunt genuine cover into a strong finishing lane. The roughie angle points to Zahrann, who bounced back to nail the Naturalism Stakes over this track at 2000 metres, but faded badly at Flemington in heavy going last time. On a firmer surface and given time to settle, the 12-win career record and Ethan Brown's 41 per cent outperformance rate make for an interesting narrative beyond his single-figure quote.

Race notes

3yo+,CAUL CUP,GROUP 1 3UP HCP,Group 1,Open
GOOD4
Fine
18 runners

Shortest win price

Cosmic Crusader (2)

4.60

Most career wins

Cosmic Crusader and Treasurethe Moment

11 each

Speed map

Back left · leaders right

Backmarker

17Ohope Wins

Offmidfield

1Half Yours
5Knight's Choice

Midfield

13Starford
18Kings Valley
6Middle Earth

Offpace

8Green Spaces
14She's A Hustler
15Soul Of Spain
12Saint George
16Zahrann
11Asterix

Onpace

4Kingswood
7Enfjaar
9Royal Supremacy
2Cosmic Crusader

Leader

3Treasurethe Moment
10Wine Dark Sea

Half Yours · Positive
Rider SR
Jockey recent POT is 17% better than Career Avg.
Cosmic Crusader · Positive
Jockey ROI
Rider outperforming Career Avg POT by 30% in Last 100 Rides
Treasurethe Moment · Negative
Cold J/T Combo
Combo are losing -31% POT in their L100 Races
Kingswood · Positive
Hot J/T Combo
Combo are out performing market expectations by 54%

No.RunnerBarWgtLast 5WinPlace

1Half YoursJ: Mark Zahra·T: T & C Mcevoy657.5kg4 4 4 6 521: 8-3-0$10.00$3.30

Career

21: 8-3-0

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offmidfield

BackLead

Figures

Jockey100%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo20%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
5: 1-2-0
Second-up
4: 2-0-0
Third-up
3: 1-0-0
Fourth-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Sunshine Coast
1: 1-0-0
Track Geelong
1: 1-0-0
Track Rosehill
3: 1-1-0
Distance 1500m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2000m
5: 1-1-0
Distance 2200m
1: 0-0-0
Going Good
12: 3-2-0
Going Heavy
3: 1-0-0
Going Soft
6: 4-1-0

Last starts

5Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY86.5L
6Flemington1600m12 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD34.7L
4Eagle Farm2200m13 June 2026 · 3yo+ · HEAVY93.2L
4Doomben2000m23 May 2026 · DOOMBEN CUP · GOOD44.2L
4Gold Coast1800m9 May 2026 · GROUP 2 WFA · GOOD44.3L
9Randwick1400m18 Apr 2026 · ALL AGED · GOOD44.1L
1Flemington3200m4 Nov 2025 · 3yo+ · SOFT5-2.75
1Caulfield2400m18 Oct 2025 · 3yo+ · GOOD4-0.5

Insights

Rider SR
Positive
Jockey recent POT is 17% better than Career Avg.
Jockey Booking
Positive
Mark Zahra 26% above market expected in L100 Rides
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -79% POT in their L100 Races
Form At Track
Positive
2 time winner here at Caulfield
Wet To Dry
Negative
Coming from a wet to dry (Heavy 8 to Good 4) track may prove difficult

Comments

AAP

Last year's Caulfield & Melbourne Cups winner. Worked home nicely in the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington when second-up. Although up in weight this year, looks well suited to run well again.

ILB

Jumped at $16.00 and picked up some ground to run 5th last start at Flemington. Does take a while to get into stride. Watch for a sign in the market.

Could not compete with Cosmic Crusader when fifth at Flemington two weeks ago upped to 1m2f; yet to taste defeat at this track, winning on two visits and is a top-level performer; likely to go well.

RSIS

Odds of 15/1 and ran on into 5th last time at Flemington on a heavy track. Will be giving the leaders a big start. Respect the betting.

2Cosmic CrusaderJ: William Pike·T: Andrea Leek1456kg1 1 3 2 122: 11-3-4$4.60$1.90

Career

22: 11-3-4

Rating · IRD

100

Speed map

Onpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey100%
Trainer100%
Jockey/Trainer Combo100%
Early Speed100%
Rating100%
Closing Speed100%

Record

First-up
5: 4-0-0
Second-up
4: 3-1-0
Third-up
2: 0-0-2
Fourth-up
2: 0-1-1
Track Belmont
4: 3-0-0
Track Flemington
1: 1-0-0
Track Caulfield
4: 2-1-1
Distance 1200m
4: 3-0-0
Distance 1400m
8: 4-1-3
Distance 1500m
1: 0-0-1
Going Good
15: 5-3-3
Going Heavy
1: 1-0-0
Going Soft
6: 5-0-1

Last starts

1Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY8-1.75
2Caulfield1800m19 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD31.75L
3Caulfield1400m29 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT63.4L
1Caulfield1400m15 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT6-0.8
1Caulfield1200m25 July 2026 · BLETCHINGLY · SOFT6-2.5
2Ascot1400m13 Dec 2025 · 3yo+ · GOOD40.4L
1Ascot1800m6 Dec 2025 · 3yo+ · GOOD4-0.2
1Ascot1400m22 Nov 2025 · 3yo+ · GOOD4-2.6

Insights

Jockey ROI
Positive
Rider outperforming Career Avg POT by 30% in Last 100 Rides
Hot J/T Combo
Positive
Combo are out performing market expectations by 78%
Trainer ROI
Positive
Runners from this stable currently going at 30% POT in L100 Runners
Fast Early
Positive
Sectionals suggest goes hard early
Solid Run LS
Positive
Won last start
Track Stats
Positive
Excels at this track
Good Form
Positive
Very competitive in recent runs

Comments

AAP

Holding form well. Ran home well to win in The Turnbull in those testing conditions after settling handy in the run. Should appreciate stepping up in distance. Sticky gate but will likely go back anyhow and look for cover. Major player.

ILB

Flew home to win last run at Flemington and form has been improving over recent runs. Jockey William Pike rates highly aboard. Been in the money each attempt this campaign. Genuine claims.

Had eight of these in arrears when winning the Turnbull Stakes by just under 2l at Flemington 14 days ago; has won here before; in with a shout.

RSIS

Picked up nicely to win last start at Flemington and on an upward trajectory in recent races. William Pike is a key engagement. Definite winning chance.

3Treasurethe MomentJ: Daniel Stackhouse·T: M M Laurie455.5kg3 4 10 2 523: 11-5-3$26.00$6.00

Career

23: 11-5-3

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Leader

BackLead

Figures

Jockey20%
Trainer100%
Jockey/Trainer Combo20%
Early Speed80%
Rating40%
Closing Speed60%

Record

First-up
6: 2-2-1
Second-up
5: 3-1-0
Third-up
5: 2-2-1
Fourth-up
4: 2-0-1
Track Flemington
5: 3-0-0
Track Geelong
2: 1-1-0
Track Rosehill
1: 1-0-0
Distance 1312m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 1400m
5: 3-0-1
Distance 2040m
1: 0-0-1
Going Good
18: 8-5-3
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-0
Going Soft
4: 3-0-0

Last starts

5Caulfield2000m10 Oct 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD34.5L
2Caulfield1600m27 Sept 2026 · FEEHAN · GOOD41.5L
10Flemington1600m12 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD39.7L
4Caulfield1400m29 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT63.4L
3Randwick1600m11 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD41.7L
1Caulfield1600m21 Mar 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD4-2
3Caulfield1400m21 Feb 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD40.8L
4Flemington1600m8 Nov 2025 · 3yo+ · HEAVY98.3L

Insights

Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -31% POT in their L100 Races
Profitable Trainer
Positive
Stable runners going at 11% POT in L100 Runners
Track Exp
Positive
Knows this track well
Backup
Positive
Racing again inside one week

Comments

AAP

On a quick back-up. Not racing with the zest we are used to seeing from her. Has won at the trip and could be looking for ground. Don't dismiss too quickly.

ILB

Backs up quickly. Jumped at $12.00 and had difficulty when 5th last run at this venue. Has plenty of early speed. Will need to find a new peak.

Impressive record of four wins from nine runs here; close up behind Kingswood when fifth upped to 1m2f a week ago; a leading contender based on the pick of her form.

RSIS

Backing up quickly for this race. Started at 11/1 and lacked competitiveness when 5th last start at this track. Has shown early pace in races to date.

4KingswoodJ: John Allen·T: Gavin Bedggood1755kg2 5 1 4 423: 6-4-1$23.00$5.50

Career

23: 6-4-1

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Onpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey40%
Trainer100%
Jockey/Trainer Combo100%
Early Speed100%
Rating60%
Closing Speed40%

Record

First-up
5: 2-1-0
Second-up
4: 0-0-1
Third-up
4: 2-0-0
Track Roscommon
1: 0-0-0
Track Tipperary
1: 0-1-0
Track Ballarat
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1400m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1609m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1700m
2: 1-1-0
Going Soft
10: 3-2-0
Going Good
12: 3-2-1
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-0

Last starts

4Caulfield2000m10 Oct 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD31.75L
4Caulfield1800m19 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD34.5L
1Caulfield1700m29 Aug 2026 · HEATHERLIE HCP · SOFT6-0.8
5Ellerslie2000m7 Mar 2026 · WFA · SOFT52.5L
2Te Rapa2000m7 Feb 2026 · WFA · SOFT50.42L
1Ellerslie2000m26 Dec 2025 · WFA · SOFT5-1.6
4Ballarat2000m6 Dec 2025 · BRAT CUP · SOFT65L
1Flemington1800m4 Nov 2025 · CUP DAY PLATE · SOFT5-0.4

Insights

Hot J/T Combo
Positive
Combo are out performing market expectations by 54%
Hot Trainer
Positive
Gavin Bedggood in good form, out performing market 91%
Profitable Trainer
Positive
Stable runners going at 66% POT in L100 Runners
Ideal Map
Positive
Map position exceeding market by 3%
Early Splits
Positive
Has early speed. An advantage on this circuit
Primed
Positive
Fitter here racing on a quick back up
Winkers Off
Positive
Winkers coming off this start
Weight Drop
Positive
Drops 4kg from LS run

Comments

AAP

On a quick back-up. Brave in defeat past couple after racing up on pace here. Drawn poorly but should push forward. Place claims.

ILB

On a short turnaround. Started at $12.00 and gave away some ground when 4th last start at this track but gets some weight taken off. Will be tested.

Finished fourth in the Might And Power but only beaten just under 2l last Saturday; possesses winning form at this track; meeting some horses in good form and not easy to fancy.

RSIS

Backs up quickly. Odds of 11/1 and faded to finish 4th last time at the track but gets some weight taken off.

5Knight's ChoiceJ: Robbie Dolan·T: J G Symons & S Laxon1855kg10 8 12 9 330: 6-3-3$34.00$7.00

Career

30: 6-3-3

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offmidfield

BackLead

Figures

Jockey20%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo40%
Early Speed20%
Rating40%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
5: 0-1-0
Second-up
3: 0-0-0
Third-up
3: 0-1-0
Fourth-up
2: 0-0-1
Track Flemington
2: 1-0-0
Track Gold Coast
1: 0-0-0
Track Sunshine Coast
6: 3-0-0
Distance 1600m
6: 3-1-0
Distance 1650m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 1700m
1: 0-0-0
Going Heavy
3: 0-1-0
Going Soft
9: 1-1-1
Going Good
18: 5-1-2

Last starts

3Caulfield2400m10 Oct 2026 · GROUP 2 SWP · GOOD30.21L
9Caulfield2000m19 Sept 2026 · GROUP 3 QUALITY · GOOD32.43L
12Caulfield1700m29 Aug 2026 · HEATHERLIE HCP · SOFT610.9L
8Eagle Farm2200m13 June 2026 · 3yo+ · HEAVY96.2L
10Eagle Farm1800m30 May 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT56L
7Gold Coast1800m9 May 2026 · GROUP 2 WFA · GOOD47.5L
4Caulfield Heath1000m26 Mar 2026 · Barrier Trial · GOOD(4)6.8L
6Moonee Valley1500m6 Sept 2025 · 3UP SWP · GOOD44.8L

Insights

Fast Finisher
Positive
Fastest Overall Finishing Sectionals Last Start
Jockey Booking
Negative
Less suitable jockey engaged
Cold J/T Combo
Negative
Combo are losing -22% POT in their L100 Races
Ran On Hard LS
Positive
Ran on well last start
Wide Draw
Negative
Likely to get caught wide
Dist S/R
Negative
Poor performer at the distance
Form At Track
Negative
Yet to win here
Backup
Positive
Racing again inside one week

Comments

AAP

Backing up quickly after running a cracker of a race in the Herbert Power last week when was just edged out. Harder assignment here though.

ILB

Backing up quickly for this race. Close to a win last start at the track but racing in stronger company. Prefers to settle towards the rear. Others make far more appeal.

Consistent lately; went down by a head in a Group 2 upped to this distance a week ago; if he can build on his latest effort then should not be far away.

RSIS

On a short back up. Close to a win last run here but rising in class. Likely to get back.

6Middle EarthJ: Thomas Stockdale·T: C Maher955kg9 1 8 7 824: 6-2-3$61.00$12.00

Career

24: 6-2-3

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Midfield

BackLead

Figures

Jockey100%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo100%
Early Speed80%
Rating40%
Closing Speed60%

Record

First-up
6: 2-1-0
Second-up
5: 0-0-1
Third-up
5: 1-0-0
Fourth-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Newmarket
1: 1-0-0
Track Flemington
5: 1-0-1
Track Caulfield
6: 0-0-0
Distance 2000m
7: 2-0-0
Distance 2405m
2: 0-0-1
Distance 2847m
1: 1-0-0
Going Good
16: 4-2-2
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-0
Going Soft
7: 2-0-1

Last starts

8Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY810.6L
7Caulfield1800m19 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD36.06L
8Caulfield1700m29 Aug 2026 · HEATHERLIE HCP · SOFT65.1L
1Doomben2000m16 May 2026 · CHAIRMAN'S HCP · SOFT7-1
9Hawkesbury1600m2 May 2026 · GROUP 3 HCP · GOOD42.1L
8Caulfield1600m11 Apr 2026 · ANNIV VASE · SOFT76.4L
3Flemington3200m4 Nov 2025 · 3yo+ · SOFT54.25L
3Moonee Valley2040m25 Oct 2025 · 3yo+ · GOOD41.8L

Insights

Jockey ROI
Positive
Rider outperforming Career Avg POT by 20% in Last 100 Rides
Jockey Booking
Positive
Thomas Stockdale 33% above market expected in L100 Rides
Hot J/T Combo
Positive
Combo are out performing market expectations by 43%
Form At Track
Negative
Yet to win here
Wet To Dry
Negative
Coming from a wet to dry (Heavy 8 to Good 4) track may prove difficult

Comments

AAP

Raced in back half and never likely in the wet at Flemington. Should relish the step up in trip and comes into this after 3 solid runs. Consider at a price.

ILB

Started at $31.00 and finished 8th last start at Flemington. Can't entertain.

Admirable career strike-rate (six from 15 to date); out of the money and beaten 11l in the Turnbull Stakes, finishing well behind reopposing Cosmic Crusader at Flemington 14 days ago; a few rivals look in good form so one to tread carefully with.

RSIS

Started at 30/1 and finished 8th last run at Flemington.

7EnfjaarJ: Ray Dawson·T: Roger Varian154.5kg4 3 3 8 116: 5-2-2$11.00$3.50

Career

16: 5-2-2

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Onpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey40%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo20%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed60%

Record

First-up
6: 3-0-1
Second-up
5: 1-0-0
Third-up
3: 1-1-1
Fourth-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Ayr
1: 0-1-0
Track Chelmsford
3: 2-0-0
Track Goodwood
3: 1-1-1
Distance 2001m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2004m
2: 0-0-0
Distance 2412m
1: 1-0-0
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-0
Going Good
15: 5-2-2

Last starts

1Goodwood2412m1 Aug 2026 · Group 3 · GOOD TO FIRM-1.25
8Ascot2004m16 June 2026 · Listed · GOOD4.9L
3Goodwood1990m22 May 2026 · Listed · GOOD0.85L
3Newbury2011m19 July 2025 · Listed · GOOD6.5L
4Ascot2004m17 June 2025 · Listed · GOOD1.6L
5Sandown2001m29 May 2025 · Group 3 · GOOD7.25L
2Ayr2011m21 Sept 2024 · Listed · GOOD0.5L
5York1771m24 Aug 2024 · Group 3 · GOOD4.35L

Insights

Solid Run LS
Positive
Won last start
Drawn In
Positive
Suited drawn down low
1st Up S/R
Positive
Has won 3 from 6 when resuming
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company

Comments

AAP

Let-up (77-days). English stayer who won the G3 Glorious Stakes at Goodwood last time out. Draws well and will get every possible chance. Sound claims.

ILB

First up specialist. Controlled the pace to win by 1 1/4L last start at Goodwood and can save some energy from the alley. Challenged by more formidable competitors. Can measure up against these.

Five from 16 career starts overseas; makes limited appeal.

RSIS

Could build on a strong first run back record. Controlled the pace to win by 1 1/4L last time at Goodwood and drawn beautifully. Up against tougher rivals. Has a good chance.

8Green SpacesJ: Rachel King·T: Bjorn Baker1554.5kg4 8 6 11 414: 4-1-0$34.00$7.00

Career

14: 4-1-0

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey80%
Trainer100%
Jockey/Trainer Combo100%
Early Speed20%
Rating40%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
5: 1-0-0
Second-up
4: 1-0-0
Third-up
3: 1-1-0
Fourth-up
2: 1-0-0
Track Hawkesbury
1: 0-0-0
Track Rosehill
2: 0-1-0
Track Newcastle
1: 1-0-0
Distance 1212m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 1300m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1400m
2: 0-0-0
Going Good
9: 3-0-0
Going Soft
5: 1-1-0

Last starts

4Randwick2400m3 Oct 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 HCP · SOFT64.79L
11Randwick2000m19 Sept 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 SWP · GOOD45.71L
6Randwick1600m5 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD43L
8Randwick1400m22 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT56.9L
4Rosehill1000m7 Aug 2026 · Barrier Trial · GOOD(4)1.6L
5Rosehill900m24 July 2026 · Barrier Trial · SOFT(6)2.7L
1Randwick2400m4 Apr 2026 · 3yo · SOFT7-3.2
2Rosehill2000m21 Mar 2026 · 3yo · SOFT61.9L

Insights

Jockey ROI
Positive
Rider outperforming Career Avg POT by 18% in Last 100 Rides
Hot J/T Combo
Positive
Combo are out performing market expectations by 69%
Trainer ROI
Positive
Runners from this stable currently going at 18% POT in L100 Runners
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company

Comments

AAP

Last seasons ATC Derby winner at Randwick over the trip. Well back and made some minor headway in The Metropolitan at Randwick last start. Can run into the money.

ILB

Started at $10.00 and passed some rivals in the late stages when 4th last run at Randwick but up in grade. Hard to see it being competitive today.

Behind Juja Kibo when fourth two weeks ago at Randwick upped to this trip; a proven winner with a career wins-runs record of 4-14 but largely disappointing since successful in a Group 1 at Randwick six months ago; Rachel King a noteworthy booking; easy to oppose with several rivals in good nick.

RSIS

Started at 9/1 and was making up some late ground when 4th last time at Randwick but competing at a higher level of competition.

9Royal SupremacyJ: Jamie Spencer·T: C Maher754.5kg1 5 2 9 120: 7-2-4$12.00$3.80

Career

20: 7-2-4

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Onpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey20%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo20%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed60%

Record

First-up
4: 1-0-1
Second-up
3: 0-0-2
Third-up
3: 1-1-1
Fourth-up
1: 1-0-0
Track Doomben
1: 0-0-1
Track Flemington
1: 0-0-0
Track Scone
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1408m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 1609m
3: 1-0-1
Distance 2000m
3: 2-0-1
Going Good
10: 4-2-2
Going Heavy
3: 2-0-0
Going Soft
7: 1-0-2

Last starts

1Caulfield2000m27 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD4-0.75
9Caulfield1700m29 Aug 2026 · HEATHERLIE HCP · SOFT66.6L
2Warwick Farm1208m18 Aug 2026 · Barrier Trial · SOFT(7)1L
5Newcastle1000m3 Aug 2026 · Barrier Trial · GOOD(4)6.9L
1Eagle Farm2200m13 June 2026 · 3yo+ · HEAVY9-1.6
3Eagle Farm2400m30 May 2026 · GROUP 3 QLTY · SOFT55.9L
3Doomben2000m16 May 2026 · CHAIRMAN'S HCP · SOFT71.6L
13Hawkesbury1600m2 May 2026 · GROUP 3 HCP · GOOD44.6L

Insights

Rider
Negative
Negative rider change today
Map Suits
Positive
Suitable Map, where runners in this position outperform market by 3%
Solid Run LS
Positive
Won last start
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company
Down In Weight
Positive
Drops 5.5kg from LS run

Comments

AAP

Racing in great heart. Pushed forward in the JRA Cup and found enough to score as a $4.80 chance last time out. Will go forward again and has a good record over the trip. Can figure.

ILB

Led all the way when winning by 3/4L last run at the track but up against a more competitive field. Suited by the weight drop. Rates as one of the key chances.

Resume shows that he is a proven winner (seeking a eighth career win); narrow success in a Group 3 last month upped to 1m2f; he can be taken on despite the last time out success.

RSIS

Assumed control from the start when winning by a margin of 3/4L last start around here but facing formidable opponents. Dropping weight. Definite claims.

10Wine Dark SeaJ: Damian Lane·T: Harry Charlton1654.5kg2 1 1 5 110: 4-2-0$7.50$2.65

Career

10: 4-2-0

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Leader

BackLead

Figures

Jockey100%
Trainer20%
Jockey/Trainer Combo20%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed60%

Record

First-up
4: 1-1-0
Second-up
2: 2-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Newbury
1: 1-0-0
Track Newmarket
2: 0-1-0
Track Wolverhampton
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2670m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2011m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2413m
1: 1-0-0
Going Good
10: 4-2-0

Last starts

1Newbury2670m15 Aug 2026 · Group 3 · GOOD TO FIRM-1.5
5Newmarket2816m10 July 2026 · Heritage Handicap · GOOD TO FIRM3.25L
1Carlisle2248m24 June 2026 · GBBPlus Race · GOOD TO FIRM-13
1Ascot2405m9 May 2026 · GBBPlus Race · GOOD-2
2Newmarket2414m10 Oct 2025 · Heritage Handicap · GOOD0.3L
6Kempton2211m24 Sept 2025 · Qualifier · GOOD6.45L
1Kempton2413m13 Aug 2025 · Class 5 · GOOD-1.25
5Ffos Las2011m30 June 2025 · GBB Race · GOOD16L

Insights

Key Rider
Positive
Damian Lane 21% above market expected in L100 Rides
Solid Run LS
Positive
Won last start
Resuming
Negative
Poor strike rate when first up
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company
Good Form
Positive
Very competitive in recent runs

Comments

AAP

Let-up (63-days). Last start UK winner of the G3 Geoffrey Freer over 2671m at Newbury. Has been well tried in the prepost markets. Damian Lane takes the ride. Watch closely.

ILB

Resuming. Went to the front and never looked back when winning by 1 1/2L last time at Newbury but rising in grade. Will appreciate the drop in weight. Good chance and definitely has claims.

Four from ten overseas; makes limited appeal.

RSIS

Resuming after a break. Made all when winning by 1 1/2L last start at Newbury but stepping up to a higher level. Will appreciate the drop in weight. Genuine claims.

11AsterixJ: Beau Mertens·T: C J Waller853.5kg6 1 5 3 1332: 8-1-2$51.00$9.00

Career

32: 8-1-2

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey20%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo100%
Early Speed20%
Rating40%
Closing Speed60%

Record

First-up
6: 1-0-1
Second-up
5: 2-0-0
Third-up
5: 0-0-0
Fourth-up
4: 1-0-0
Track CurrentTrack
2: 0-0-1
Track Pukekohe
1: 0-0-0
Track Doomben
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2070m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2100m
2: 2-0-0
Distance 2300m
1: 1-0-0
Going Good
21: 5-1-2
Going Heavy
4: 1-0-0
Going Soft
7: 2-0-0

Last starts

13Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY843.81L
3Caulfield2000m19 Sept 2026 · GROUP 3 QUALITY · GOOD31.3L
5Sandown1500m5 Sept 2026 · 3UP SW+P · SOFT72.9L
1Eagle Farm2400m27 June 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT6-0.5
6Eagle Farm2200m13 June 2026 · 3yo+ · HEAVY95.5L
6Doomben2000m23 May 2026 · DOOMBEN CUP · GOOD47.2L
1Gosford2100m9 May 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD4-1
1Randwick2000m18 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD4-0.6

Insights

Jockey Booking
Negative
Less suitable jockey engaged
Needs To Imp
Negative
Finished towards the tail last start
Wet To Dry
Negative
Coming from a wet to dry (Heavy 8 to Good 4) track may prove difficult
Imprv Needed
Negative
Would need to lift here to feature

Comments

AAP

Failed to threaten in rain affected ground at Flemington as an outsider. Hard to make a case.

ILB

Jumped at $71.00 and disappointing run when 13th last start at Flemington but suited at this distance in the past. This will be a test.

Beaten a long way in the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington two weeks ago; admirable career strike-rate (eight from 32 to date); a lot on his plate here and can be taken on.

RSIS

Odds of 70/1 and clearly outclassed when 13th last start at Flemington but will be well suited at the trip.

12Saint GeorgeJ: Craig Williams·T: C Maher253.5kg4 1 1 2 1022: 6-4-2$10.00$3.30

Career

22: 6-4-2

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey100%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo80%
Early Speed100%
Rating60%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
4: 0-1-0
Second-up
3: 1-1-0
Third-up
3: 1-0-0
Fourth-up
2: 1-0-0
Track Ballarat
1: 0-0-0
Track Flemington
8: 2-1-0
Track Caulfield
4: 1-1-0
Distance 2847m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 1600m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 1700m
1: 0-0-0
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-0
Going Soft
6: 2-1-0
Going Good
15: 4-3-2

Last starts

10Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY811.81L
2Caulfield2000m19 Sept 2026 · GROUP 3 QUALITY · GOOD31L
1Caulfield2000m29 Aug 2026 · Open · SOFT6-1.3
1Flemington2000m18 July 2026 · BM100 · SOFT6-1.3
4Flemington1620m20 June 2026 · DAVIDBOURKE · SOFT73L
4Flemington2500m14 Feb 2026 · HCP · GOOD41.2L
1Flemington2000m17 Jan 2026 · 3UP BM100 HCP · GOOD3-0.4
1Cranbourne2025m27 Dec 2025 · 3UP BM100 HCP · GOOD3-2.5

Insights

Jockey ROI
Positive
Rider outperforming Career Avg POT by 15% in Last 100 Rides
Early Splits
Positive
Has early speed. An advantage on this circuit
Well beaten LS
Negative
Not competitive last run
Nice Barrier
Positive
Well drawn from gate 2

Comments

AAP

Caulfield Naturalism Stakes placegetter 19 Sep. Well back and never sighted at Flemington in the mud. Look for a much improved effort here.

ILB

Jumped at $13.00 and average performance when 10th last run at Flemington but will try to take advantage of the draw. Going well this campaign. Stands out as good value.

Finished towards the rear in the Turnbull Stakes (Flemington) two weeks ago; has winning form at this track; Craig Williams booking heightens interest; this looks a fair heat so one to tread carefully with.

RSIS

Odds of 12/1 and disappointing effort when 10th last time at Flemington but will try to take advantage of the draw. Capable type.

13StarfordJ: Lachlan Neindorf·T: Joseph O'Brien1253.5kg7 5 1 6 312: 4-1-1$26.00$6.00

Career

12: 4-1-1

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Midfield

BackLead

Figures

Jockey40%
Trainer100%
Jockey/Trainer Combo20%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed50%

Record

First-up
2: 0-0-0
Second-up
1: 1-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Dundalk
1: 0-0-0
Track Galway
1: 0-1-0
Track Gowran Park
1: 1-0-0
Distance 1207m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1408m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1901m
1: 1-0-0
Going Heavy
2: 1-0-0
Going Soft
5: 3-0-0
Going Good
5: 0-1-1

Last starts

3Roscommon2429m30 June 2026 · 1 · GOOD5.03L
6Chester2075m8 May 2026 · Group 2 · GOOD4.05L
1Curragh2011m19 Apr 2026 · Group 3 · SOFT-0.75
5Curragh2011m3 Apr 2026 · Premier Handicap · SOFT7.7L
7Curragh2414m2 Nov 2025 · Listed · HEAVY15.5L
1Listowel2226m22 Sept 2025 · Premier Handicap · HEAVY-3.5
2Galway2490m28 July 2025 · 3yo · GOOD0.3L
1Roscommon2069m1 July 2025 · 3Y HCP · SOFT-4.25

Insights

Form Revival
Positive
Turning form around with last couple
Resuming
Negative
Poor strike rate when first up
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company

Comments

AAP

Resuming (15-weeks). Irish stayer who has won at The Curragh and last start was third in listed company at Roscommon. Outside place prospect in this tough affair.

ILB

Had a break from racing and returns to competition. Competitive effort when 3rd last start at Roscommon but competing at a higher level of competition. Betting is the best guide.

Scored four in 12 outings overseas; not hard to turn elsewhere.

RSIS

Racing fresh after a break. Nice run when 3rd last start at Roscommon but competing at a higher grade. Could feature here.

14She's A HustlerJ: Michael Dee·T: G M Begg553kg3 5 5 5 717: 7-4-1$13.00$4.00

Career

17: 7-4-1

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey60%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo100%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed40%

Record

First-up
6: 3-1-0
Second-up
5: 2-1-1
Third-up
3: 1-1-0
Fourth-up
3: 1-1-0
Track Doomben
1: 0-0-0
Track Flemington
4: 1-1-0
Track Geelong
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2200m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1400m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 1600m
3: 1-0-0
Going Good
12: 5-3-1
Going Heavy
3: 0-1-0
Going Soft
2: 2-0-0

Last starts

7Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY810.5L
5Flemington1600m12 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD34.4L
5Eagle Farm2200m13 June 2026 · 3yo+ · HEAVY93.9L
5Doomben2000m23 May 2026 · DOOMBEN CUP · GOOD46.3L
3Gold Coast1800m9 May 2026 · GROUP 2 WFA · GOOD43L
4Randwick1600m11 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD42.4L
3Randwick1200m27 Mar 2026 · Barrier Trial · SOFT(7)2.5L
2Caulfield Heath1000m25 Feb 2026 · Barrier Trial · GOOD(4)1.3L

Insights

Track Exp
Positive
Knows this track well
Wet To Dry
Negative
Coming from a wet to dry (Heavy 8 to Good 4) track may prove difficult

Comments

AAP

Every chance when compounded in the testing conditions at Flemington when second-up. Winner at only other start here at Caulfield and suited at the weights. In the mix.

ILB

Was $21.00 and came in 7th last time at Flemington. Needs to improve.

Well held in the Turnbull Stakes upped to 1m2f (Flemington) when seventh behind Cosmic Crusader 14 days ago; slumped a bit since winning a Group 2 at Caulfield last November and all her wins achieved at a lower level; facing a testing assignment and looks risky.

RSIS

Was 20/1 and came in 7th last run at Flemington.

15Soul Of SpainJ: Tyler Schiller·T: C J Waller1153kg9 6 8 3 725: 5-5-6$61.00$12.00

Career

25: 5-5-6

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey100%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo80%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
6: 1-1-1
Second-up
5: 1-1-1
Third-up
5: 2-1-1
Fourth-up
3: 0-1-0
Track Doomben
1: 1-0-0
Track Ipswich
1: 1-0-0
Track Galway
1: 0-0-1
Distance 1680m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2300m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2400m
3: 0-1-0
Going Good
16: 5-3-3
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-1
Going Soft
8: 0-2-2

Last starts

7Randwick2400m3 Oct 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 HCP · SOFT66.53L
3Randwick2000m19 Sept 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 SWP · GOOD41.57L
8Randwick1600m5 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD43.9L
6Hawkesbury1600m20 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT63.5L
9Randwick1045m31 July 2026 · Barrier Trial · SOFT(5)6.4L
4Randwick900m20 July 2026 · Barrier Trial · HEAVY(8)1.1L
2Randwick3200m11 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD40.3L
6Rosehill2400m28 Mar 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT67.3L

Insights

Jockey ROI
Positive
Rider outperforming Career Avg POT by 27% in Last 100 Rides
Jockey Booking
Positive
Tyler Schiller 28% above market expected in L100 Rides
Well beaten LS
Negative
Not competitive last run
Class Rise
Negative
Racing in stronger company
Weight Drop
Positive
Drops 5.5kg from LS run

Comments

AAP

Well back and never a factor on a soft deck in The G2 Metropolitan at Randwick over today's trip. Exotics hope preferred.

ILB

Odds of $7.50 and mediocre display when 7th last time at Randwick and matched against tougher rivals. Will appreciate the drop in weight. Best to watch and see.

Finished seventh in the The Metropolitan upped to this distance (Randwick) when behind Juja Kibo 14 days ago; not the most consistent of horses lately; a lot on his plate here and easy to oppose.

RSIS

Started at 13/2 and was ordinary when 7th last run at Randwick and matched against a stronger field. Gets a reduction in weight.

16ZahrannJ: Ethan Brown·T: C Maher353kg5 3 4 1 1111: 4-2-1$7.00$2.50

Career

11: 4-2-1

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Offpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey100%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo100%
Early Speed20%
Rating60%
Closing Speed20%

Record

First-up
3: 0-1-0
Second-up
2: 1-0-1
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Flemington
3: 0-0-1
Track Caulfield
2: 1-0-0
Track CurrentTrack
2: 1-0-0
Distance 2000m
3: 1-0-1
Distance 2011m
2: 1-0-0
Distance 2093m
1: 1-0-0
Going Good
8: 4-2-0
Going Heavy
2: 0-0-1
Going Soft
1: 0-0-0

Last starts

11Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY818.81L
1Caulfield2000m19 Sept 2026 · GROUP 3 QUALITY · GOOD3-1
4Caulfield1700m29 Aug 2026 · HEATHERLIE HCP · SOFT61.7L
3Flemington2000m6 June 2026 · 3UP BM100 · HEAVY81.1L
5Flemington1600m16 May 2026 · BM100 · GOOD41.8L
7Leopardstown2011m13 Sept 2025 · Group 1 · GOOD10.5L
1Curragh2011m16 Aug 2025 · Group 3 · GOOD-2
2Ascot2405m20 June 2025 · Group 2 · GOOD0.75L

Insights

Jockey ROI
Positive
Rider outperforming Career Avg POT by 41% in Last 100 Rides
Gave ground LS
Negative
Faded towards the finish last time out
Form At Track
Positive
1 time winner here at Caulfield

Comments

AAP

Fantastiuc win of the Naturalism Stakes at Caulfield 19 Sep. No threat as a $12 chance in Turnbull Stakes at Flemington when never looked comfortable in the going. Look for a much better showing here.

ILB

Odds of $12.00 and weakened under pressure when 11th last time at Flemington on a heavy surface but suited by the weight drop. Should go close.

Has won here previously; well beaten in the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington two weeks ago; makes limited appeal.

RSIS

Started 11/1 and lost ground in the run home when 11th last start at Flemington on a heavy surface but gets some weight relief. Can lift in this event.

17Ohope WinsJ: Jye Mcneil·T: C J Waller1351.5kg5 6 11 9 611: 4-1-0$23.00$5.50

Career

11: 4-1-0

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Backmarker

BackLead

Figures

Jockey60%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo80%
Early Speed20%
Rating40%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
2: 0-0-0
Second-up
1: 0-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Track Randwick
1: 1-0-0
Track Caulfield
1: 0-0-0
Track CurrentTrack
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2400m
2: 2-0-0
Distance 1400m
2: 0-0-0
Distance 1600m
3: 0-1-0
Going Good
2: 1-0-0
Going Heavy
1: 0-0-0
Going Soft
8: 3-1-0

Last starts

6Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY89.25L
9Flemington1600m12 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD35.7L
11Caulfield1400m15 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT610.1L
6Randwick1000m31 July 2026 · Barrier Trial · SOFT(5)9.8L
5Randwick900m20 July 2026 · Barrier Trial · HEAVY(8)4.3L
1Randwick2400m11 Apr 2026 · 3yo · GOOD4-0.5
4Rosehill2000m28 Mar 2026 · 3yo · SOFT60.9L
1Ellerslie2400m21 Feb 2026 · 3YOF SW · SOFT5-2.24

Insights

Wet To Dry
Negative
Coming from a wet to dry (Heavy 8 to Good 4) track may prove difficult
Down In Weight
Positive
Drops 4.5kg from LS run

Comments

AAP

Last years ATC Oaks winner. Safely held but not totally disgraced in rain affected ground at Flemington at long odds. Suited over this trip. Worth an exotics play.

ILB

Odds of $51.00 and finished 6th last start at Flemington but will benefit with the weight drop. Might have to make up considerable ground. Not at all out of this race.

Well held in the Turnbull Stakes when sixth to the reopposing Cosmic Crusader at Flemington upped to 1m2f 14 days ago; career wins-runs record of 4-11; this looks a fair heat so others have more pressing claims.

RSIS

At 50/1 finished 6th last time at Flemington but will appreciate the drop in weight. Might have to make up considerable ground. Watch betting.

18Kings ValleyJ: Jabez Johnstone·T: C Maher1051kg1 10 8 7 928: 6-6-4$26.00$6.00

Career

28: 6-6-4

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Midfield

BackLead

Figures

Jockey60%
Trainer80%
Jockey/Trainer Combo60%
Early Speed100%
Rating20%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
6: 1-0-2
Second-up
5: 1-3-0
Third-up
5: 0-1-1
Fourth-up
4: 2-0-0
Track Caulfield
10: 1-1-1
Track Horsham
1: 1-0-0
Track York
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1800m
2: 1-1-0
Distance 2000m
9: 1-1-2
Distance 2400m
2: 1-0-0
Going Good
18: 5-3-3
Going Heavy
2: 0-1-0
Going Soft
8: 1-2-1

Last starts

9Flemington2000m3 Oct 2026 · 4yo+ · HEAVY811.35L
7Caulfield2000m19 Sept 2026 · GROUP 3 QUALITY · GOOD31.91L
8Sandown1500m5 Sept 2026 · 3UP SW+P · SOFT79.6L
10Caulfield1400m15 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT67.1L
1Mornington2400m18 Apr 2026 · LISTED HCP · GOOD4-0.2
9Caulfield2000m4 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD33L
1Bairnsdale1600m22 Mar 2026 · BAIRNSDALE CUP · GOOD4-1.3
9Caulfield1400m21 Feb 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD46.4L

Insights

Wet To Dry
Negative
Coming from a wet to dry (Heavy 8 to Good 4) track may prove difficult
Weight Drop
Positive
Drops 4kg from LS run

Comments

AAP

Finished out the back at Flemington at a mammoth price. Previous run here was full of merit behind Zahrann. Keep safe at odds.

ILB

Started at $151.00 and below expectations when 9th last start at Flemington but gets some weight relief. Best to watch only.

Yet to win a race of this value and not really built on success in a Listed handicap six months ago at Mornington; well held in the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington when ninth to the reopposing Cosmic Crusader 14 days ago; meeting some horses in good form and others are preferred.

RSIS

Started at 150/1 and not up to scratch when 9th last run at Flemington but goes down in weight.

19The EuphratesScratched9––––

Career

14: 4-2-2

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Leader

BackLead

Figures

Jockey60%
Trainer60%
Jockey/Trainer Combo50%
Early Speed50%
Rating60%
Closing Speed40%

Record

First-up
3: 0-1-1
Second-up
2: 1-0-0
Third-up
2: 0-0-1
Track Randwick
3: 1-0-1
Track Ascot
2: 0-0-0
Track Curragh
3: 1-0-0
Distance 1678m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2000m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2400m
1: 0-0-1
Going Good
9: 3-1-0
Going Heavy
3: 1-1-1
Going Soft
2: 0-0-1

Last starts

3Randwick2400m3 Oct 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 HCP · SOFT63.59L
1Randwick2000m19 Sept 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 SWP · GOOD4-0.85
4Randwick1600m5 Sept 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD42.8L
5Randwick1200m31 July 2026 · Barrier Trial · SOFT(5)1.1L
8Randwick1050m20 July 2026 · Barrier Trial · HEAVY(8)3.2L
7Ascot3133m19 Oct 2024 · Group 2 · SOFT21.7L
1Curragh3374m29 Sept 2024 · 0-110 · GOOD-0.5
4Curragh2816m15 Sept 2024 · Group 1 · GOOD3.75L

Insights

Weight Drop
Positive
Drops 6.5kg from LS run

Comments

AAP

Took out the Kingston Town Stakes at Randwick 19 Sep. Led, clearly outgunned late but stuck on for third in the The Metropolitan at Randwick. Could get into the placings.

ILB

Ran out of steam towards the end when 3rd beaten by just over 3 1/2L last time at Randwick but racing against tougher rivals. Should come to hand quickly.

Good effort in the The Metropolitan when 3½l third, finishing well behind reopposing Juja Kibo at Randwick upped to this trip 14 days ago; resume shows that he is a proven winner (seeking a fifth career win).

RSIS

Good result placing 3rd last time at Randwick but facing a stronger grade. Should jump out and bowl along. Has run into the money frequently of late.

20Juja KiboScratched14––––

Career

19: 5-3-6

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Onpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey50%
Trainer40%
Jockey/Trainer Combo50%
Early Speed50%
Rating40%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
5: 0-1-1
Second-up
3: 0-1-2
Third-up
3: 2-0-1
Fourth-up
2: 1-0-1
Track Hawkesbury
1: 0-0-1
Track Cranbourne
1: 0-0-1
Track CurrentTrack
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1609m
1: 0-0-0
Distance 1800m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2600m
1: 0-0-1
Going Heavy
2: 1-0-0
Going Soft
6: 3-0-3
Going Good
11: 1-3-3

Last starts

1Randwick2400m3 Oct 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 HCP · SOFT6-1.71
2Randwick2000m19 Sept 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 SWP · GOOD40.85L
3Warwick Farm1200m3 Sept 2026 · Barrier Trial · GOOD(4)6.6L
3Hawkesbury1600m20 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT62.1L
1Newcastle1200m3 Aug 2026 · Barrier Trial · GOOD(4)-1.3
9Randwick3200m11 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD46.6L
3Randwick2600m4 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT72.4L
3Rosehill2400m21 Mar 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT60.3L

Insights

Solid Run LS
Positive
Won last start
Racing Strongly
Positive
Racing in great shape
Down In Weight
Positive
Drops 4.5kg from LS run

Comments

AAP

Terrific in the Kingston Town Stakes Randwick two back. Won after handy to speed and getting the advantage late at Randwick over this trip. Sterner test here but can't rule out.

ILB

Ran home strongly to win last start at Randwick but testing ability against stronger contenders. Has run into the money 3 from 3 attempts this campaign.

A proven winner with a career wins-runs record of 5-19; won the The Metropolitan by just under 2l two weeks ago upped to this distance at Randwick; his victims included The Euphrates, Green Spaces and Soul Of Spain.

RSIS

Charged home to win last time at Randwick but up in grade. Been in the placings each start of late and showing improvement in recent outings. Goes down in weight.

21Point Of LawScratched21––––

Career

4: 2-1-0

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Onpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey50%
Trainer40%
Jockey/Trainer Combo50%
Early Speed50%
Rating60%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
1: 0-1-0
Second-up
1: 1-0-0
Third-up
1: 0-0-0
Fourth-up
1: 1-0-0
Track Newmarket
1: 1-0-0
Track Yarmouth
1: 0-1-0
Track Ascot
1: 0-0-0
Distance 2011m
1: 1-0-0
Distance 2032m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 2615m
1: 1-0-0
Going Good
4: 2-1-0

Last starts

1Newmarket2615m9 July 2026 · Group 3 · GOOD TO FIRM-0.5
4Ascot2847m17 June 2026 · Group 2 · GOOD1.55L
1Newbury2011m15 May 2026 · GBB/GBBPlus Race · GOOD-1.25
2Yarmouth2032m11 Apr 2026 · GBB/GBBPlus Race · GOOD0.5L

Insights

Solid Run LS
Positive
Won last start
1st Up
Negative
May need this run

Comments

AAP

Returns for second campaign (14-weeks). Won the Bahrain Trophy at his last start at Newmarket UK. Is a very lightly raced 4yo. Could spring a surprise if gained a start.

ILB

First up. Finished hard to win last run at Newmarket and solid career start. Racing for a new trainer but competing at a higher grade. Gets a reduction in weight.

Good strike-rate overseas, winning twice from four starts.

RSIS

Back after a break. Dashed home to win last run at Newmarket and good career start. First start for a new trainer but matched against tougher rivals.

22Mr MonacoScratched3––––

Career

19: 6-2-1

Rating · IRD

Speed map

Onpace

BackLead

Figures

Jockey50%
Trainer40%
Jockey/Trainer Combo50%
Early Speed50%
Rating40%
Closing Speed80%

Record

First-up
5: 0-0-0
Second-up
4: 1-1-0
Third-up
4: 3-0-1
Fourth-up
2: 1-0-0
Track CurrentTrack
3: 1-0-0
Track Goodwood
1: 0-0-0
Track Newmarket
1: 0-0-1
Distance 1408m
2: 1-0-0
Distance 1810m
1: 0-1-0
Distance 2001m
1: 1-0-0
Going Good
12: 3-1-1
Going Heavy
1: 1-0-0
Going Soft
6: 2-1-0

Last starts

1Flemington2520m3 Oct 2026 · BART CUMMINGS · HEAVY8-1.25
13Randwick2000m19 Sept 2026 · 3UP GROUP 2 SWP · GOOD47.33L
4Hawkesbury1600m20 Aug 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT62.4L
11Randwick3200m11 Apr 2026 · 3yo+ · GOOD47.2L
1Rosehill2400m21 Mar 2026 · 3yo+ · SOFT6-0.2
1Randwick2000m28 Feb 2026 · 3UP BM88 HCP · SOFT5-0.1
5Caulfield1600m7 Feb 2026 · BM84 · GOOD42.5L
1Caulfield2400m15 Oct 2025 · 3UP BM84 HCP · GOOD4-0.2

Insights

Solid Run LS
Positive
Won last start
Wet To Dry
Negative
Coming from a wet to dry (Heavy 8 to Good 4) track may prove difficult

Comments

AAP

Really gutsy performance on the speed in the rain affected ground at Flemington winning the Bart Cummings. A repeat here would surprise.

ILB

Finished hard to win last start at Flemington on a heavy rated track but matched against a stronger field.

Can boast winning form over this C&D; won a Group 3 by just over 1l (Flemington) upped to 1m4½f 14 days ago.

RSIS

Finished well when winning last time at Flemington but facing a stronger group of contenders.

Odds correct as at Sat 17 Oct, 5:20 pm AEDT. Odds can change.

Past meetings

Wed 14 Oct, 11:00 am AEDT · 8 races
Sat 10 Oct, 11:00 am AEDT · 10 races
Sun 27 Sept, 10:00 am AEST · 9 races
Sat 19 Sept, 10:00 am AEST · 10 races