Perfectly drawn to utilize tactical speed and proven ability to quicken. Well weighted and should get ideal run in transit. Main concern is class rise but appears capable.
Victoria · Saturday 3 May 2025
Caulfield tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 9 races at Caulfield. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Remembering Margaret McDonald Hcp
Well drawn and should get good run midfield. Distance rise looks suitable based on racing pattern. Ready to peak third-up.
Form appears moderate but has shown glimpses of ability in stronger races. Gets significant weight relief and represents strong stable.
- 1st5KaleoEthan Brown$3.00
- 2nd1Prestige OleLuke Cartwright$2.70
- 3rd4KakkoiiBlake Shinn$3.50
- 4th7She Has SpiritWill Price$26.00
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Kaleo | 4 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 55kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Prestige Ole | 1 | Luke Cartwright | David Brideoake & Matt Jenkins | 56kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 4 | Kakkoii | 3 | Blake Shinn | T Busuttin & N Young | 55kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 7 | She Has Spirit | 7 | Will Price | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Casual Ghai | 5 | Zac Spain | Jason Warren | 55kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Prestige Snitzel | 6 | Thomas Prebble | David Brideoake & Matt Jenkins | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Wentworth Falls | 2 | A & S Freedman | 55kg |
MRC Foundation Gala May 8 (Bm78)
Progressive mare with excellent recent form and strong win strike rate. Maps to get perfect run behind likely strong tempo which suits racing pattern.
Mare returning in good form after impressive last-start victory. Strong fresh record and well drawn to get ideal run just off speed. The step up in grade is offset by weight relief and should be strong late with genuine tempo expected.
Well-credentialed mare with strong form at this level. Maps to get back from wide draw but should be suited by likely strong tempo. The Freedman stable is in form and McNeil booking significant. Recent trials suggest ready to run well fresh.
Fresh specialist who typically performs well early in prep. Gets in very well at weights and draws perfectly for racing pattern.
- 1st4HearcomesthestarBeau Mertens$3.20
- 2nd3Gracie''s RainLuke Cartwright$3.00
- 3rd5Smart Little MissEthan Brown$3.50
- 4th1Atlantic SpiritAlana Kelly$13.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Hearcomesthestar | 3 | Beau Mertens | J F Moloney | 58.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 3 | Gracie''s Rain | 1 | Luke Cartwright | Michael Huglin | 55.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Smart Little Miss | 4 | Ethan Brown | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Atlantic Spirit | 7 | Alana Kelly | Thomas Conlan | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Avebury | 6 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Rumours Abound | 2 | Luke Currie | R T Stubbs | 56kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Aminatu | 5 | Logan Bates | Reece Goodwin | 51kg |
Henley Homes Hcp
High-class galloper with excellent fresh record and strong win rate. Well weighted relative to achievements and should get suitable tempo to finish strongly.
Well-drawn speedster coming off dominant win. Perfect barrier to utilize early pace and likely leader. Gets weight relief and should control tempo from inside gate. Main danger if gets own way in front.
Progressive type with strong recent form and good win rate. Well drawn to get nice run midfield and should be suited by likely strong tempo.
Impressive debut winner showing good potential. Gets in light and drawn to get good run. Significant class rise but raw ability suggests can measure up.
- 1st8LandmarkJye Mc Neil$6.50
- 2nd1Just For ShowLuke Currie$15.00
- 3rd4Grinzinger PodPatrick Moloney$5.50
- 4th7FluentDeclan Bates$9.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Landmark | 12 | Jye Mc Neil | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Just For Show | 9 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Grinzinger Pod | 3 | Patrick Moloney | Ben Brisbourne | 54kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Fluent | 5 | Declan Bates | Andrew Noblet | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Scampi | 1 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 54.5kg | $1.85 |
| 6th | 6 | Symphony Of Colour | 4 | Celine Gaudry | Dominic Sutton | 54kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Babushka Miss | 7 | Craig Newitt | Alexander Rae | 54kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Skipjack | 2 | Luke Cartwright | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 52.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Savagery Vibe | 10 | Nick Ryan | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Dreams | 6 | Logan Bates | M C Kent | 51kg | |
| Scr | 11 | No Fooling | 8 | Beau Mertens | C Maher | 54kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Box Office | 11 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54kg |
ive > Hcp
Progressive 3YO showing excellent form credentials with 50% win rate and perfect record at distance. Recent runner-up finish in similar grade indicates fitness. While carrying top weight, class suggests capable of handling impost.
Consistent performer showing strong recent form and gets in well at weights. While drawn wide, tactical speed should allow positive position. Recent performances suggest ready to peak and represents solid each-way value.
Consistent type with strong place record who draws perfectly. Gear changes suggest improvement expected. While win strike rate is a concern, should be competitive with even luck in running.
Lightly-raced improver who gets in well at weights and has shown ability fresh. While taking significant class rise, stable placement suggests confidence.
- 1st4KalkalloEthan Brown$2.50
- 2nd2Rue De RoyaleBeau Mertens$9.00
- 3rd11ZourainLogan Bates$17.00
- 4th6LincolnshireZac Spain$26.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Kalkallo | 11 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 55kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Rue De Royale | 5 | Beau Mertens | T & C McEvoy | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Zourain | 2 | Logan Bates | R D Griffiths | 51kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Lincolnshire | 7 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Sugar Coat | 10 | Luke Cartwright | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 51kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Flattered | 9 | Rose Hammond | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 51kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Nostringsattached | 8 | Blake Shinn | T Busuttin & N Young | 60kg | $2.70 |
| Scr | 3 | Sneaky Sunrise | 1 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | King Of Enterprise | 3 | T Busuttin & N Young | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Santa Ana Moon | 6 | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Sunday Georgie | 4 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 54kg |
Tobin Brothers Celebrating Lives (Bm90)
Highly consistent sprinter with excellent record at the trip drawing the perfect barrier. Recent form is strong including close second last start. Should get ideal run behind speed and has proven ability to finish strongly. Well weighted and looks ready to peak.
Progressive sprinter who gets in with just 51kg after claim. Has strong record at the distance and tactical versatility to take up good position. Recent form is excellent through slightly easier grade and light weight gives strong chance to measure up.
Quality sprinter with excellent fresh record who should push forward from wide gate. Drops from stronger company where form was solid. Despite wide draw and weight, has class to overcome obstacles and should give good sight.
Progressive sprinter showing strong recent form and drawing perfectly in barrier 3. Despite rise in class, has shown enough to suggest can measure up and represents excellent value.
- 1st4Oak HillBlake Shinn$3.10
- 2nd5Twin PerfectionThomas Stockdale$17.00
- 3rd10Big MeLogan Bates$7.50
- 4th1AcromantulaMs J Kennedy$41.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Oak Hill | 2 | Blake Shinn | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 5 | Twin Perfection | 7 | Thomas Stockdale | P Stokes | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Big Me | 5 | Logan Bates | Nick Ryan | 51kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Acromantula | 1 | Ms J Kennedy | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60.5kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Fasuto | 4 | Beau Mertens | Gavin Bedggood | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Shirshov | 3 | Joe Bowditch | P Stokes | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Fleetwood | 8 | Ethan Brown | James Cummings | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 7 | Perilous Fighter | 10 | Jye Mc Neil | Clayton Douglas | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 9 | Sparring | 9 | Luke Currie | R T Stubbs | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Curran | 6 | Luke Cartwright | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 57kg |
MRC Chairman''s Club (Bm100)
Progressive type with excellent win strike rate who should get perfect run just off pace. Recent win was dominant and while this is harder, he appears ready for the step up. Well weighted and drawn to advantage.
Reliable galloper with strong record at distance who rarely runs a bad race. Maps to get back from wide gate but should be strong late. Recent form around similar company is solid and looks perfectly placed fourth-up.
Lightly raced mare on the up who gets in very well at the weights. Recent form suggests she's ready for this grade and should get good run midfield. Progressive type who can measure up at this level.
Capable galloper who can improve sharply here with significant weight relief and good draw. While recent form is mixed, has shown ability at this level previously and gets conditions to suit.
- 1st3ImmediacyBlake Shinn$1.70
- 2nd9AethelflaedDeclan Bates$9.50
- 3rd12Dublin JournalLuke Cartwright$26.00
- 4th4ShaiyharJye Mc Neil$11.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Immediacy | 4 | Blake Shinn | T Busuttin & N Young | 57.5kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 9 | Aethelflaed | 8 | Declan Bates | Matthew Smith | 53kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 12 | Dublin Journal | 7 | Luke Cartwright | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 50kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Shaiyhar | 12 | Jye Mc Neil | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Alhambra Lad | 1 | Rose Hammond | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 51.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 8 | United Nations | 11 | Logan Bates | C Maher | 50kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Aramco | 3 | C J Waller | 53kg | $4.20 | |
| 8th | 1 | Ardakan | 9 | Ms J Kennedy | C Maher | 58.5kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Glentaneous | 10 | Thomas Stockdale | A & S Freedman | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Fancy Man | 6 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Dashing Duchess | 2 | Luke Currie | Symon Wilde | 54kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Ziryab | 5 | C Maher | 53kg |
Evergreen Turf Hcp
High-class performer dropping back from strong company with significant gear change. Maps to get perfect run from barrier 2 and well weighted with 55kg. The addition of blinkers could be the spark needed to return to best form.
Classy galloper with strong form at highest level. Removal of blinkers suggests focus on settling better. If he can overcome wide gate and weight, his class edge could prove decisive. Jye McNeil booking a significant positive.
Progressive type showing steady improvement. Last start second suggests ready for 2000m and gets in well at weights. Blake Shinn booking significant plus but faces toughest test to date. Should get good position midfield.
Lightly-raced improver who has shown ability at staying trips. Recent win suggests more to come.
- 1st14RoganPatrick Moloney$31.00
- 2nd4Stylish SecretJacob Noonan$11.00
- 3rd5The Muffin ManEthan Brown$2.70
- 4th3Oxford BlueBlake Shinn$2.80
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | Rogan | 12 | Patrick Moloney | C I Brown | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Stylish Secret | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Mick Nolan | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | The Muffin Man | 15 | Ethan Brown | Charlotte Littlefield | 54.5kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 3 | Oxford Blue | 9 | Blake Shinn | Julius Sandhu | 55.5kg | $2.80 |
| 5th | 2 | Hurry Curry | 2 | Thomas Prebble | D T O''Brien | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Bon Fete | 16 | Will Price | Jason Warren | 54kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Hot Majesty | 5 | Celine Gaudry | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Mustang Morgan | 13 | Jye Mc Neil | Andrew Forsman | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Jenni You Think | 8 | Craig Newitt | C Maher | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 16 | Diggers Aim | 7 | Logan Bates | T Rogers | 51kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Northwood Vamoose | 11 | Sally Wynne | Ms S L Wynne | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Showmara | 6 | Zac Spain | S P Nichols | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 12 | Antiquus | 4 | Jett Stanley | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Global Eclipse | 1 | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Star Croupier | 14 | Luke Currie | T Busuttin & N Young | 54kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Cool Star | 3 | Tetyana Furdetska | 54kg |
Tile Importer Anniversary Vase
Progressive gelding in career-best form who maps to get a perfect stalking position behind the leaders. Has proven class credentials and an excellent record at both track and distance. Well weighted and should get ideal run despite wide gate.
Progressive type who has been racing well in similar company. Gets in light and draws perfectly for good run just off speed. Question mark at distance but racing like it will suit.
High-class mare who should find this easier than recent runs. Maps to control race from front and has excellent record at track/distance. Weight is a concern but class edge may offset this.
Lightly-weighted improver who gets perfect run from good draw. Recent win was strong and gets conditions to suit.
- 1st1Pride Of JenniCraig Newitt$2.70
- 2nd9ScheeliteBeau Mertens$5.00
- 3rd3PoundingEthan Brown$5.00
- 4th5HellsingWill Price$8.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Pride Of Jenni | 4 | Craig Newitt | C Maher | 61kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 9 | Scheelite | 2 | Beau Mertens | K & K Keys | 54kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Pounding | 10 | Ethan Brown | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Hellsing | 6 | Will Price | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Regal Zeus | 11 | Zac Spain | John McArdle | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Makram | 9 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Electric Belle | 7 | Jye Mc Neil | Reece Goodwin | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Quickster | 5 | Luke Cartwright | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Windstorm | 3 | Celine Gaudry | Gavin Bedggood | 54kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Euphoric | 8 | Logan Bates | G Eurell | 54kg | |
| Scr | 11 | The Maggstar | 1 | Tetyana Furdetska | 54kg |
Sportsbet Same Race Multi (Bm84)
Perfectly drawn galloper who gets significant weight relief via claim. Recent form is excellent including strong placing at this track/distance. Will get perfect run from barrier 1 and proven ability to handle good tracks.
Promising type with exceptional strike rate who appears well placed despite wide draw. Recent form suggests ready for this class rise and gets in well at the weights. Has tactical speed to overcome barrier and proven ability on good tracks.
Fresh runner with strong first-up record who drops significantly in weight. Best form would make very competitive and likely to be suited by predicted race pattern. While facing stronger field, has tactical speed to overcome draw.
Interesting runner with significant gear changes and weight relief from good draw. Has shown ability at lower levels and likely to be suited by predicted race pattern.
- 1st10SunshineinmypocketEthan Brown$3.50
- 2nd3MollynickersZac Spain$21.00
- 3rd7HughesLogan Bates$2.90
- 4th6He''s Our BonnevalThomas Stockdale$17.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Sunshineinmypocket | 15 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 57.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Mollynickers | 13 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Hughes | 11 | Logan Bates | Gavin Bedggood | 55kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 6 | He''s Our Bonneval | 5 | Thomas Stockdale | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Pascero | 3 | Beau Mertens | T Busuttin & N Young | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Red Phantom | 1 | Luke Cartwright | Nick Ryan | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Carbonados | 6 | Celine Gaudry | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Nation''s Call | 18 | Jye Mc Neil | R D Griffiths | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Bigolino | 7 | Thomas Prebble | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 54.5kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 18 | Intuitu | 12 | Alexander Rae | 54kg | $201.00 | |
| 11th | 1 | Ulysses | 2 | Rose Hammond | Julius Sandhu | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 12th | 16 | Kazalark | 4 | Craig Newitt | C J Waller | 54kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Angry Skies | 9 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Nunthorpe | 17 | Blake Shinn | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Flying Mikki | 16 | D M Noonan | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Hiyaam Proud | 14 | Luke Currie | M M Laurie | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Laa De Sha | 10 | Declan Bates | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | He''s Handsome | 8 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54kg |
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