★ Top pickWon
6The Opportunist
Most experienced runner showing clear improvement, last start 2nd indicates ready to win
Victoria · Wednesday 30 April 2025
Warrnambool tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 10 races at Warrnambool. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won3/1030%
Any tip won8/1080%
Top pick placed5/1050%
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Warrnambool City Volkswagen 2yo
11:20 local1200mOpen$5,000,012,750,029,000,500,000,000,000,000
Winner6. The OpportunistSP $3.80
2nd pick4th
5Zoutanium
Well-bred debutant from strong stable with top jockey engaged
3rd pick5th
7Arizona Luck
Local hope from in-form stable drawn to get perfect run
Value pick3rd
4Star Compass
- 1st6The OpportunistCeline Gaudry$3.80
- 2nd11MorganaHarry Grace$11.00
- 3rd4Star CompassTom Madden$6.50
- 4th5ZoutaniumBlake Shinn$10.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | The Opportunist | 11 | Celine Gaudry | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 11 | Morgana | 3 | Harry Grace | P F Ryan | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Star Compass | 7 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Zoutanium | 10 | Blake Shinn | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Arizona Luck | 2 | Linda Meech | Symon Wilde | 56kg | $3.60 |
| 6th | 10 | Star Of Rossa | 4 | Luke Currie | M J Williams | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Shades Of Stardom | 1 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Smashing Lad | 9 | John Allen | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Noubentekh | 6 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Menzies Creek | 8 | Jack Hill | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 58kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 8 | My Shalona | 5 | M J Williams | 56kg |
Bottle-O Warrnambool Mdn Plate
11:50 local1400mMaiden$5,000,012,750,029,000,500,000,000,000,000
Winner12. SephiaSP $2.60
★ Top pick2nd
6Vianarra
Drops significantly in class after competing in Group races, showing strong form in recent maidens with consecutive placings. Well drawn and gets the services of Blake Shinn.
2nd pickWon
12Sephia
Impressive debut run when second at Geelong, draws well with Linda Meech to ride. Should handle soft conditions and looks ready to improve second-up.
3rd pickScratched
3Xiguous Equus
Consistent performer who has been knocking on the door. Gets the services of Daniel Moor but will need luck from wide gate.
Value pick9th
9Missile Girl
Craig Newitt booking a positive.
- 1st12SephiaLinda Meech$2.60
- 2nd6VianarraBlake Shinn$2.80
- 3rd1Final BoyMelissa Julius$151.00
- 4th4KingsfordDean Yendall$3.10
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Sephia | 3 | Linda Meech | Symon Wilde | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 6 | Vianarra | 1 | Blake Shinn | T Busuttin & N Young | 59kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 1 | Final Boy | 2 | Melissa Julius | Q J Scott | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Kingsford | 8 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 5th | 11 | Honeyjoy | 5 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Los Alamoss | 10 | Ben Allen | Peter Gelagotis | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Kelly Ann | 9 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Rock On Foxy | 11 | J Webb | S R Fisher | 57.5kg | $201.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Missile Girl | 7 | Craig Newitt | Richard Laming | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Nicabuk | 12 | Richard Laming | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Xiguous Equus | 4 | Daniel Moor | C R Chandler | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Marty Mcfly | 6 | Jett Stanley | Simon Zahra | 59kg |
South West Roofing Mdn Plate
12:20 local1700mMaiden$5,000,012,750,029,000,500,000,000,000,000
Winner2. FactcheckSP $8.00
★ Top pickWon
2Factcheck
Progressive type showing strong city form, perfectly drawn to get ideal run and looks ready for the step up in trip
2nd pick13th
15Shaykhlislamova
Improving filly who hit the line strongly last start, maps to get good run from barrier
3rd pick8th
12My Uncle Did It
Raw staying type showing promise, good jockey booking and should run well
Value pick6th
6Taung
- 1st2FactcheckBen Allen$8.00
- 2nd7Champagne JenniCraig Newitt$7.50
- 3rd4RhookyLinda Meech$3.80
- 4th17He''s ElectricHarry Grace$61.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Factcheck | 1 | Ben Allen | R E Laing | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Champagne Jenni | 18 | Craig Newitt | Shane Jackson | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Rhooky | 15 | Linda Meech | Symon Wilde | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 17 | He''s Electric | 7 | Harry Grace | Tom Dabernig | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Neptunite | 14 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Taung | 2 | Cian Macredmond | Matthew Cumani | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 9 | Heat Of The Night | 17 | Ben Melham | Glen Thompson | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 12 | My Uncle Did It | 13 | Blake Shinn | Symon Wilde | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 14 | Share The Pennies | 5 | John Allen | W Morrissey | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Dubai Watch | 4 | Declan Bates | Mitchell Freedman | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 18 | Respectability | 11 | Tom Madden | Joanne Mugavin | 58kg | $201.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Highland Sapphire | 12 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 13th | 15 | Shaykhlislamova | 3 | Luke Currie | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 56kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Sumo Sandy | 10 | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Cielao | 6 | Michael Hickmott | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Lady Dexterous | 9 | Lester J Grace | Tom Dabernig | 56kg | |
| Scr | 13 | New Romance | 19 | Jamie Edwards | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Written Story | 8 | Clayton Douglas | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Just Hangin'' | 16 | A W Noonan | 58kg |
Victory Dunroe Stpl (Bm120)
12:55 local3450mSteeple$60,000,137,050,211,400,000,000,000,000,000
Winner6. Jekyll''n''hydeSP $2.90
★ Top pickNo result
2Nelson
Proven steeplechaser with strong record in similar races. Fresh and well-weighted given his class. Maps to get perfect run.
2nd pick2nd
1Prismatic
In-form jumper who should handle conditions. Drawn wide but has tactical speed to overcome.
3rd pick3rd
4Custom Of The Sea
Promising stayer who could improve sharply over obstacles. Gets in light and should run well.
Value pick6th
9Lord Goldberg
Recent form suggests ready for this test.
- 1st6Jekyll''n''hydeTom Ryan$2.90
- 2nd1PrismaticW Gordon$7.00
- 3rd4Custom Of The SeaFergus Gregory$8.50
- 4th7Fort CharlesMartin Kelly$101.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Jekyll''n''hyde | 3 | Tom Ryan | Shane Jackson | 68kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | Prismatic | 9 | W Gordon | M W Walker | 73.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Custom Of The Sea | 5 | Fergus Gregory | C Maher | 69kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Fort Charles | 4 | Martin Kelly | E V Musgrove | 66.5kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Dr Dependable | 8 | Conor Brassil | E V Musgrove | 68.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Lord Goldberg | 1 | William Mc Carthy | Andrew Bobbin | 66kg | $4.60 |
| 2 | Nelson | 6 | Steven Pateman | Declan Maher | 72kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Alakahan | 2 | Steven Pateman | 71kg | ||
| 8 | Aquileon | 7 | Darryl Horner | Amy McDonald | 66kg |
TAB We''re On Mdn Plate
13:30 local1700mMaiden$5,000,012,750,029,000,500,000,000,000,000
Winner5. SardonianSP $6.00
★ Top pick5th
2Devoted Poet
Consistent performer ready to break through. Maps to get perfect run from barrier 4 and should be strong late.
2nd pickWon
5Sardonian
Progressive type who has hit form at right time. Will be strong late if pace is genuine.
3rd pick3rd
4Night Cryer
Genuine improver who should appreciate step up in trip.
Value pick8th
11Meika Tate
Worth small spec.
- 1st5SardonianTeodore Nugent$6.00
- 2nd9Cousins DayLester J Grace$17.00
- 3rd4Night CryerHarry Coffey$5.00
- 4th8ContactedAlana Kelly$17.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Sardonian | 3 | Teodore Nugent | P W McKenna | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Cousins Day | 1 | Lester J Grace | Symon Wilde | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Night Cryer | 7 | Harry Coffey | Andrew Bobbin | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Contacted | 5 | Alana Kelly | Liam Howley | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Devoted Poet | 4 | John Allen | Shane Jackson | 59.5kg | $3.10 |
| 6th | 7 | Two Faults | 11 | Ben Melham | Mitchell Freedman | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Six Degrees | 12 | J Webb | Pat Cannon | 59.5kg | $91.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Meika Tate | 9 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Kirwans Bridge | 2 | Patrick Moloney | G M Moloney | 59.5kg | $3.80 |
| 10th | 1 | Deep Stream | 6 | Jack Hill | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Starchino | 8 | Jacob Noonan | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Cuppa | 10 | Tom Madden | S R Fisher | 57.5kg | $301.00 |
Margaret Lucas Galleywood Hrdl
14:05 local3200mHurdle$1,500,001,825,002,270,000,000,000,000,000,000
Winner4. The Cunning FoxSP $3.00
★ Top pick4th
1Stern Idol
Proven performer who excels in jumping events with strong recent form. Well suited by conditions and gets champion jumps jockey.
2nd pick2nd
2Affluential
Progressive jumper coming off impressive flat win. Has ability to challenge favorite but needs to bounce back from last hurdle run.
3rd pickWon
4The Cunning Fox
Promising jumper with perfect record over obstacles. Taking step up in class but has scope for improvement.
Value pick3rd
6Right Now
Worth including in wider exotics.
- 1st4The Cunning FoxTom Ryan$3.00
- 2nd2AffluentialW Gordon$2.35
- 3rd6Right NowDarryl Horner$20.00
- 4th1Stern IdolSteven Pateman$3.30
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | The Cunning Fox | 4 | Tom Ryan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 69kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Affluential | 1 | W Gordon | J Leek Jnr | 70kg | $2.35 |
| 3rd | 6 | Right Now | 9 | Darryl Horner | S B Laming | 67kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Stern Idol | 3 | Steven Pateman | C Maher | 70.5kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 3 | Fabalot | 6 | William Mc Carthy | Symon Wilde | 69kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 5 | El Diez | 7 | Martin Kelly | E V Musgrove | 67kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Pure Deal | 5 | Conor Brassil | S B Laming | 65kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Carnamah | 2 | Dean Parker | Rachael Cunningham | 66kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Dashing Willoughby | 8 | Luca Remondet | Ms K Durden | 65kg |
Sinclair Wilson (Bm70)
14:45 local1000mBenchmark 70$5,000,012,750,029,000,500,000,000,000,000
Winner1. Call To GlorySP $3.90
★ Top pick2nd
3Whistlefield
Mare with proven wet track ability and excellent course stats. Well drawn to get ideal run and Linda Meech booking a big plus.
2nd pick3rd
9Fully Calculated
Promising filly on the up with good soft track credentials. Will get every chance from barrier 1.
3rd pickWon
1Call To Glory
Proven performer who handles conditions but needs luck from wide gate with big weight.
Value pick5th
11Xtramagic
- 1st1Call To GloryJordyn Weatherley$3.90
- 2nd3WhistlefieldLinda Meech$3.50
- 3rd9Fully CalculatedMs D Keane$4.20
- 4th6SasqualahLuke Currie$5.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Call To Glory | 9 | Jordyn Weatherley | Tom Dabernig | 61kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 3 | Whistlefield | 5 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 60kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Fully Calculated | 1 | Ms D Keane | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 6 | Sasqualah | 2 | Luke Currie | Symon Wilde | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Xtramagic | 8 | Teodore Nugent | P A Preusker | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 4 | I Miss Margie | 10 | Daniel Moor | T Busuttin & N Young | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Rain Lord | 4 | Tom Madden | Andrew Angelone | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | The Showvinist | 7 | Jamie Mott | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Abaddon | 11 | Linda Meech | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Jungle Sensation | 6 | Ben Melham | Richard Laming | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Stokke | 3 | Blake Shinn | P F Ryan | 56.5kg |
The Midfield Group Colin McKenna Wangoom Hcp
15:20 local1200mOpen$20,000,011,200,002,360,000,000,000,000,000,000
Winner4. DashingSP $9.00
★ Top pick5th
3Hedged
Progressive type with strong form lines through quality races. Maps to get ideal run just off pace and should be strong late.
2nd pick4th
7Marble Nine
In-form sprinter who should get perfect run from good draw. Strong each-way claims.
3rd pick10th
11Luna Cat
Mare in good form who will appreciate strong tempo.
Value pick7th
6Romantic Choice
Each-way claims.
- 1st4DashingTom Madden$9.00
- 2nd10Fortunate KissJamie Kah$6.50
- 3rd5Dubai PoetJoe Bowditch$18.00
- 4th7Marble NineHarry Coffey$4.60
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Dashing | 10 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Fortunate Kiss | 11 | Jamie Kah | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Dubai Poet | 2 | Joe Bowditch | Michael Hickmott | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Marble Nine | 7 | Harry Coffey | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 54kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 3 | Hedged | 6 | Ben Melham | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Title Fighter | 5 | Daniel Moor | Clayton Douglas | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Romantic Choice | 1 | Declan Bates | Tom Dabernig | 54kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Home Rule | 8 | Luke Currie | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 12 | Dothraki | 12 | Dean Yendall | P A Preusker | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Luna Cat | 4 | Celine Gaudry | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Taunting | 9 | Blake Shinn | Michael Hickmott | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 2 | The Instructor | 3 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58.5kg |
Racing.com (Bm64)
16:00 local1700mBenchmark 64$5,000,012,750,029,000,500,000,000,000,000
Winner4. Midnight GlowSP $4.80
★ Top pick9th
12Cleitus
Strong recent form with multiple placings, well drawn to get ideal run, proven performer at this level
2nd pickWon
4Midnight Glow
Consistent galloper with strong form lines, needs luck from wide gate but has ability to feature
3rd pickScratched
13Muppet
Progressive mare showing good form, gets weight relief and can run well with luck from gate
Value pick12th
17Hrungnir
- 1st4Midnight GlowCraig Newitt$4.80
- 2nd14Barbie''sdreamworldBlake Shinn$3.60
- 3rd20Super Snitch$17.00
- 4th9Mister BusinessmanDean Yendall$11.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Midnight Glow | 8 | Craig Newitt | J P Salanitri | 60.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 14 | Barbie''sdreamworld | 17 | Blake Shinn | P A Chow | 56kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 20 | Super Snitch | 11 | P W McKenna | 57kg | $17.00 | |
| 4th | 9 | Mister Businessman | 18 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Off His Roca | 13 | Linda Meech | Andrew Bobbin | 62.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 15 | Bolshoi Princess | 10 | Alana Kelly | Liam Howley | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 7 | La Sapienza | 1 | Ben Allen | Tom Dabernig | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 16 | Squander | 4 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 56kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Cleitus | 2 | Luke Currie | Symon Wilde | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Kimmorley | 3 | John Allen | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Sunday Buzz | 9 | Lester J Grace | Symon Wilde | 59.5kg | $91.00 |
| 12th | 17 | Hrungnir | 6 | Jack Hill | Joanne Mugavin | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 18 | Kipyegon | 5 | Aaron Purcell | 55.5kg | $81.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | Tommy | 16 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 62kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Mark Of The Man | 15 | Aaron Purcell | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Williamstown | 7 | Thomas Prebble | R J Blacker | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Lucas The Younger | 20 | N M Kelson | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Cape Doctor | 19 | Jacob Noonan | Symon Wilde | 59kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Muppet | 14 | Declan Bates | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 19 | Charities | 12 | M J Williams | 55.5kg |
The Whalers Hotel (Bm70)
16:30 local1400mBenchmark 70$5,000,012,750,029,000,500,000,000,000,000
Winner10. Persian SpiritSP $3.50
★ Top pickWon
10Persian Spirit
Progressive type showing excellent consistency with strong recent form. Well drawn and weighted to make impact.
2nd pick3rd
5Dark Harmony
Proven performer at track/distance with good recent form. Well positioned to run another strong race.
3rd pick9th
2Darts Daly
Coming off strong win and draws well. Will need best but capable at this level.
Value pickScratched
11Cachink
Worth including in wider exotics.
- 1st10Persian SpiritHarry Coffey$3.50
- 2nd1BoltsaverJohn Allen$3.60
- 3rd5Dark HarmonyLinda Meech$13.00
- 4th8Riverina PowerBlake Shinn$6.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Persian Spirit | 5 | Harry Coffey | Symon Wilde | 58.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Boltsaver | 11 | John Allen | Rhys Archard | 60.5kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 5 | Dark Harmony | 2 | Linda Meech | Aaron Purcell | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Riverina Power | 7 | Blake Shinn | Tom Dabernig | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Shal Exceed | 3 | Rose Hammond | C V Kelly | 51kg | $151.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Magnetic Prince | 1 | Melissa Julius | Daniel Bowman | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Loose On Gin | 6 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Navy King | 9 | Luke Currie | Symon Wilde | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Darts Daly | 4 | Jacob Noonan | Symon Wilde | 60kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Hennessy Lad | 10 | Ms D Keane | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Saint Lazare | 13 | Alana Kelly | C V Kelly | 60kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Cachink | 12 | Ben Melham | M J Williams | 58kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Owl Witness | 8 | C V Kelly | 54kg |
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