Gets in well at the weights and has proven ability on soft tracks. The booking of J McDonald is significant and maps to get a good run midfield with cover. Recent form suggests ready for this class rise.
Queensland · Saturday 17 May 2025
Doomben tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 9 races at Doomben. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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XXXX (Bm85)
Consistent galloper with impressive win strike rate who should get a good run just off the speed. Has tactical versatility to overcome barrier and proven soft track ability. Jamie Mott knows the horse well and stable is in good form.
Honest galloper who rarely runs a bad race. Gets in well at the weights and has drawn perfectly to get a good run. Tommy Berry booking suggests stable confidence and recent form is strong enough for this grade.
Recent form has been solid without winning and gets conditions to suit. Has proven ability in soft ground and can improve sharply at this trip.
- 1st4FukubanaJames Mc Donald$2.60
- 2nd1Mississippi PrinceSamantha Collett$61.00
- 3rd9Demon DarbTommy Berry$4.40
- 4th7Space AgeCody Collis$21.00
Full result · 15 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Fukubana | 6 | James Mc Donald | M J Dunn | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 1 | Mississippi Prince | 8 | Samantha Collett | Brent Gray | 60.5kg | $61.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Demon Darb | 1 | Tommy Berry | R L Heathcote | 56.5kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 7 | Space Age | 5 | Cody Collis | C Maher | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Scalextrics | 17 | B Wheeler | Matthew Smith | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Sizzling Gal | 9 | Tahlia Fenlon | L F Birchley | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 18 | Twigman | 2 | P L Shailer | 53kg | $17.00 | |
| 8th | 2 | Victory Win | 3 | Jamie Mott | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 17 | Piraeus | 14 | Tim Clark | Richard & Will Freedman | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 10th | 16 | Smart Legend | 13 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Peter Robl | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Noah ''n'' A Deel | 10 | Martin Harley | L D Kelly | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Red Top | 16 | Emily Lang | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Eaglemont | 4 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 59kg | $81.00 |
| 14th | 6 | Shihab | 15 | R Dolan | L J Mayfield-Smith | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 15th | 11 | Caprice Des Dieux | 11 | Ron Stewart | S B Lee | 56kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Felix The Scat | 12 | N Callow | T J Gollan | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Nails Murphy | 19 | Jason Collett | C Maher | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Anemacore | 7 | S A Dwyer | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Jealous | 18 | R L Heathcote | 52kg |
The Star (Bm78)
Proven track specialist with excellent credentials who should get every chance from barrier 1. Recent form is strong including a close second last start. While the weight is a concern, overall profile and track/distance record make him the clear top selection.
Progressive type who gets in well at the weights and has been racing in good form. Maps to get a good run despite wide gate.
Fresh specialist with impressive win rate who maps to get a good run from barrier 7. While facing tougher grade, gets in well at weights and stable knows how to prepare them.
Recent form has been solid in similar grade and gets significant weight relief. Maps to get good run from inside gate and proven on soft tracks.
- 1st9Super DuckB Wheeler$61.00
- 2nd14Banana SlideKyle Wilson-Taylor$16.00
- 3rd1PremiseEmily Lang$71.00
- 4th16JealousRachel King$4.80
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Super Duck | 15 | B Wheeler | M F Hemmings | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 2nd | 14 | Banana Slide | 7 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | David Vandyke | 54kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Premise | 8 | Emily Lang | M J Dunn | 60kg | $71.00 |
| 4th | 16 | Jealous | 6 | Rachel King | R L Heathcote | 53.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 3 | Naval Trader | 5 | Joshua Parr | Matthew Hoysted | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Starry Eyes | 11 | Ron Stewart | Chris Anderson | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Deep Respect | 1 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | K M Schweida | 60kg | $4.40 |
| 8th | 5 | Flashing Steel | 10 | Jamie Mott | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Winsome Star | 12 | R Dolan | J G Symons & S Laxon | 55.5kg | $3.10 |
| 10th | 4 | En Pointe | 13 | Tahlia Fenlon | R L Heathcote | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 11th | 12 | Links | 3 | Cody Collis | C Maher | 53kg | $15.00 |
| 12th | 15 | Moszur | 9 | Tim Clark | David Vandyke | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 13th | 13 | The Cullinan | 4 | Luke Tarrant | B J Dais | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Ocean Alps | 16 | Jason Collett | P L Shailer | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Terrestar | 2 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Fighting Idol | 14 | Neil Hocking | 55kg |
Impressu Plate
High class galloper with strong form around better horses. James McDonald booking a significant positive and stable showing good form. Clear class edge on rivals.
Consistent galloper in good form who should get perfect run on speed. Has strong record at track/distance and well weighted. Main danger to top pick but faces slightly stronger company than recent starts.
Progressive filly who was dominant winning last start. Gets significant weight relief and Jamie Kah booking suggests stable confidence.
Track specialist who performs well fresh and gets in with a light weight. While this is harder than recent assignments, stable in form and has shown ability to measure up in similar company previously.
- 1st8El MorzilloJason Collett$4.80
- 2nd7Ruins Of RomeMartin Harley$81.00
- 3rd5Cosmo CentaurusTommy Berry$9.00
- 4th1PiscesJames Mc Donald$2.60
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | El Morzillo | 7 | Jason Collett | K M Schweida | 55kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 7 | Ruins Of Rome | 6 | Martin Harley | Chris & Corey Munce | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Cosmo Centaurus | 4 | Tommy Berry | R L Heathcote | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Pisces | 3 | James Mc Donald | James Cummings | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 10 | Pierata''s Gem | 14 | Jamie Kah | Chris & Corey Munce | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Southern Charm | 9 | Tim Clark | Chris & Corey Munce | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Goodlucktome | 2 | Ryan Maloney | C Maher | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 8th | 4 | Apuntar | 5 | N Callow | K R Kemp | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Ready To Schipp | 8 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Toby Edmonds & Stephen McLean | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 6 | I''m Heroic | 10 | Angela Jones | Desleigh Forster | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 14 | Booming Bianca | 1 | Tyler Schiller | Toby Edmonds & Stephen McLean | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 3 | So Naive | 11 | Mark Zahra | C Maher | 57kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Miss Busslinger | 13 | Andrew Mallyon | K A Lees | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Maragical | 12 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 55kg |
Sky Racing Bernborough Qlty Hcp
Progressive gelding in career-best form with three consecutive wins. Gets perfect run from barrier 7 and proven performer at track/distance. Well weighted with 54kg and handles soft ground. Maps to get ideal stalking position behind likely strong tempo.
Consistent performer coming off strong last-start win. Has excellent track statistics and proven on soft ground. Barrier is a concern but has tactical speed to overcome. Gets in well at the weights and stable in good form.
Fresh specialist who performs well first-up and gets in light with 53.5kg. The booking of Jamie Kah is significant and has good soft track form.
Fresh specialist who races well on soft tracks and gets in with just 53kg. Has strong first-up record and drawn to get good run from barrier 1.
- 1st12BrookhavenTyler Schiller$7.00
- 2nd4TenzingRegan Bayliss$9.50
- 3rd6OsmoseTim Clark$26.00
- 4th5Cosmic VegaJason Collett$11.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Brookhaven | 1 | Tyler Schiller | Chris & Corey Munce | 53kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Tenzing | 9 | Regan Bayliss | T J Gollan | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Osmose | 4 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Cosmic Vega | 6 | Jason Collett | C Maher | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Al Mubhir | 2 | James Mc Donald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | $2.10 |
| 6th | 9 | Sibaaq | 5 | Jamie Kah | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 53.5kg | $3.60 |
| 7th | 10 | Coin Toss | 3 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 53kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Port Lockroy | 12 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Mighty Ulysses | 8 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Rising Pacific | 7 | Andrew Mallyon | T J Gollan | 54kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Mississippi Prince | 10 | Brent Gray | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Glory Daze | 11 | Rachel King | C Maher | 53kg |
Seven Spirit Of Boom Classic
Consistent performer with strong record and proven ability in conditions. Top weight but offset by proven class. Barrier workable with good tactical speed. Fresh but likely to be forward enough for strong showing.
Impressive debut winner from leading stable showing good potential. Gets all favors from good draw with top jockey aboard. Untested in conditions but breeding suggests will handle.
- 1st3Cool ArchieMartin Harley$8.00
- 2nd2Gallo NeroTyler Schiller$5.50
- 3rd1GrafterburnersJason Collett$6.00
- 4th8BeskarMark Zahra$3.50
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Cool Archie | 4 | Martin Harley | Chris & Corey Munce | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Gallo Nero | 12 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Grafterburners | 11 | Jason Collett | K M Schweida | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Beskar | 3 | Mark Zahra | A & S Freedman | 57kg | $3.50 |
| 5th | 16 | Hi Barbie | 14 | Tim Clark | T J Gollan | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 7 | United States | 9 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 13 | Farnicle | 16 | Regan Bayliss | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Torque To Be Sure | 10 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Namaste | 7 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Earn To Burn | 17 | Jake Bayliss | Jack Bruce | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Thee Creek | 5 | M R Du Plessis | P & W Hulbert | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Kilman | 6 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 13th | 17 | Lucky Lass | 8 | Jamie Kah | T J Gollan | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 14th | 9 | Midnight Spirit | 1 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 57kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Navy Pilot | 13 | Jamie Mott | C Maher | 57kg | |
| Scr | 12 | The Bear | 2 | Justin P Stanley | Sharryn Livingstone | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Lockyer | 15 | Ryan Maloney | T J Gollan | 57kg |
JRA Chairman''s Qlty Hcp
High-class import with exceptional soft track form and strong fresh record. Gets conditions to suit and stable excels with these types. The break between runs is offset by excellent trial form and gear change suggests readiness.
Progressive galloper showing strong form through good grades. Gets significant weight relief and maps for ideal run from barrier. Mark Zahra booking suggests stable confidence but slight query at distance.
Consistent performer who should get perfect run from inside gate. The light weight and strong track/distance record are positives. Jamie Kah booking suggests stable confidence but would prefer firmer track.
Has strong form through similar grades and handles soft tracks well. The wide barrier is a concern but should get good cover and Jason Collett knows him well.
- 1st1Sir DeliusTim Clark$1.80
- 2nd5FloatingJason Collett$7.50
- 3rd11ManzoiceCraig Williams$12.00
- 4th10StrathtayRon Stewart$21.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Sir Delius | 6 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 60kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Floating | 9 | Jason Collett | Matthew Smith | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Manzoice | 10 | Craig Williams | C J Waller | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Strathtay | 13 | Ron Stewart | C J Waller | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Warp Speed | 12 | Jake Bayliss | M W Goodwin | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Star Vega | 14 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | A & S Freedman | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Nikau Spur | 4 | M R Du Plessis | Corey & Kylie Geran | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Nereus | 11 | Tommy Berry | S Ritchie & C Murray | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Caboche | 1 | Jamie Kah | C J Waller | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 10th | 14 | Anemacore | 7 | Andrew Mallyon | S A Dwyer | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Alegron | 3 | Rachel King | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Encoder | 8 | Tyler Schiller | D L Freedman | 55kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Immediacy | 2 | Mark Zahra | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Davideo | 5 | Angela Jones | S Ritchie & C Murray | 54kg |
Magic Millions Bright Shadow
Mare with exceptional track stats and proven ability in all conditions. Recent form solid including strong win last start. Class runner who handles soft tracks well and maps to get good cover midfield.
Consistent mare with strong recent form and proven soft track ability. Maps to get good run behind speed from barrier 2. While untried at track, racing pattern suggests will handle it. Main danger who should be fighting out finish.
Consistent mare who rarely runs poorly. Gets services of elite jockey and draws perfectly for running style. Some query on soft track but has placed on it before. Should get good run midfield and be strong late.
Fresh specialist who performs well first-up and handles soft tracks. Gets significant weight relief and has shown ability at this level previously. Wide barrier a concern but likely strong tempo should allow her to find position.
- 1st2In FlightJason Collett$2.90
- 2nd3KinJames Mc Donald$3.50
- 3rd5Midnight In TokyoJag Guthmann-Chester$17.00
- 4th7NavyonthehighwayTommy Berry$5.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | In Flight | 2 | Jason Collett | Joseph Pride | 58kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 3 | Kin | 8 | James Mc Donald | James Cummings | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Midnight In Tokyo | 14 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Navyonthehighway | 5 | Tommy Berry | Chris & Corey Munce | 55.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Black On Beauty | 10 | Jamie Kah | T J Gollan | 53kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Zouperb | 4 | Emily Lang | Adam Campton | 53kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Miss Hellfire | 1 | Tyler Schiller | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Tiger Shark | 11 | B Wheeler | Natalie McCall | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Mighty | 3 | Andrew Mallyon | T J Gollan | 54kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Liquor | 9 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 58kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Appin Girl | 13 | Regan Bayliss | Matthew Hoysted | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Overfull | 12 | Peter Robl | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Left Field | 7 | Rachel King | Brad Widdup | 53kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Dirty Dancing | 6 | Jake Bayliss | Ms G Heinrich | 53kg |
Ladbrokes Doomben 10 000
High-class sprinter with exceptional soft track credentials and excellent fresh record. Recent trials suggest ready to fire and gets conditions to suit.
High-class mare with strong recent form including multiple Group placings. Gets significant weight relief and secures services of J McDonald.
Progressive sprinter coming off strong recent win. Has tactical speed to overcome wide draw and proven soft track ability. Craig Williams booking a significant positive but faces toughest test to date.
High-class sprinter who excels in soft ground and has strong fresh record. Recent form mixed but capable of bouncing back at this level.
- 1st12Sunshine In ParisJames Mc Donald$3.30
- 2nd6RothfireTim Clark$41.00
- 3rd17PaylineJustin Huxtable$51.00
- 4th14BenedettaJamie Kah$4.80
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Sunshine In Paris | 14 | James Mc Donald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 6 | Rothfire | 15 | Tim Clark | R L Heathcote | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 17 | Payline | 17 | Justin Huxtable | Chris & Corey Munce | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Benedetta | 8 | Jamie Kah | Jason Warren | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 2 | Schwarz | 11 | Craig Williams | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Mazu | 13 | Rachel King | Joseph Pride | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Libertad | 12 | Jamie Mott | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Jedibeel | 3 | Tyler Schiller | Brad Widdup | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Overpass | 10 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Desert Lightning | 4 | Thomas Stockdale | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Lady Laguna | 16 | Mark Zahra | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Hidden Wealth | 2 | Tommy Berry | T J Gollan | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 13th | 4 | Veight | 9 | Andrew Mallyon | T & C McEvoy | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Golden Mile | 1 | Ryan Maloney | James Cummings | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Zarastro | 7 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Belclare | 6 | Jason Collett | Bjorn Baker | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Estriella | 5 | C Maher | 56.5kg |
HKJC World Pool Rough Habit Plate
Progressive type who has been perfectly placed by Waterhouse/Bott. Strong win last start and proven in similar company. Will roll forward from wide gate and get perfect run outside leader. Handles soft ground and looks ready for 2000m.
Promising staying filly who gets in light. Main query is wide gate but should get cover midfield and be strong late.
Ultra-consistent galloper who rarely runs poorly. Will get good run from barrier but carrying top weight against some promising types. Place prospects look stronger than win.
Mark Zahra booking suggests stable confidence and form through similar races is strong. Will get perfect run from barrier 4 and represents value.
- 1st5ImperialistTommy Berry$61.00
- 2nd11Deep FocusMichael Rodd$81.00
- 3rd3King Of ThunderMark Zahra$7.50
- 4th7Maison LouisJamie Kah$12.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Imperialist | 14 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Deep Focus | 10 | Michael Rodd | P L Shailer | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | King Of Thunder | 4 | Mark Zahra | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Maison Louis | 1 | Jamie Kah | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Our Benefactor | 5 | N Callow | S B Laming | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 14 | Belle Detelle | 9 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 55kg | $3.10 |
| 7th | 2 | Shangri La Spring | 11 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Beau Dazzler | 6 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Real Class | 12 | Jason Collett | C J Waller | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Firm Agreement | 7 | Tyler Schiller | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 11th | 9 | Prince Levi | 2 | Angela Jones | William Kropp | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Croupier | 8 | M R Du Plessis | A R Campbell | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 12 | Mazis | 3 | Jamie Mott | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 14th | 8 | Liberty Park | 13 | Ryan Maloney | C J Waller | 57kg | $21.00 |
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