Ballarat tips and results

Our price $2.80 · SP $3.40 · Luke Currie

Perfectly drawn in barrier 3 with Luke Currie aboard, he should get an ideal run in transit and has natural improvement second-up.

Our price $4.50 · SP $10.00 · Teodore Nugent

Consistent performer with 5 placings from 10 starts showing reliability in maiden grade. Recent 2nd at Bendigo demonstrates current fitness. Has placed twice from four attempts at 1200m. Experienced runner who should be right in the finish despite top weight.

Our price $4.50 · SP $8.00 · Dean Yendall

Tell Us Toll brings the strongest exposed form, finishing a close second at this track and distance just 14 days ago. The mare is showing clear improvement with each run this preparation, and the inside draw with Dean Yendall aboard is perfect.

Our price $5.00 · SP $5.00 · John Allen

The retention of top jockey John Allen is significant, and natural second-up improvement is expected. The barrier draw is favorable, and she should be more tactically aware in her second race start.

Our price $4.20 · SP $2.10 · Jordan Childs

First-starter from the Godolphin/Begg stable who appears well-prepared for debut. The cross-over nose band suggests they're focusing on keeping her straight, and Jordan Childs is a positive jockey booking. Should get a perfect midfield position from barrier 9 with the fast tempo likely to suit. The Soft 6 track condition shouldn't be an issue for this well-bred filly.

Our price $9.00 · SP $8.00 · John Allen

Sacred Ingot brings solid credentials with 3 seconds and 1 third from 6 starts. His soft track form is encouraging for today's conditions, and the booking of John Allen is significant. While coming back in distance from recent runs, his previous efforts at similar trips suggest the 1500m will suit.

Our price $9.00 · SP $21.00 · Ms J Kennedy

Her 2nd placing two starts back at 1454m was particularly encouraging, and she followed up with a solid 3rd last start. Gets weight relief as a filly and has shown enough tactical versatility to overcome barrier 7.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.50 · Ms J Kennedy

Victoris brings strong form credentials with a consistent pattern of racing. His soft track performance is excellent, and he's shown ability to handle this distance. The wide barrier is a slight concern, but with J. Kennedy aboard and a likely midfield position, he should get a nice run with the expected fast tempo.

Our price $5.00 · SP $9.50 · Beau Mertens

Two Sigma is an exciting prospect with a perfect record at the distance. Despite the class rise, her win on soft ground last start suggests she'll handle conditions well. The 80-day break is a concern, but her progressive profile and weight advantage as a 3yo filly offset this. Barrier 6 gives options and she should be competitive with natural improvement.

Our price $5.50 · SP $3.20 · Cian Macredmond

Treasureflight brings solid consistent form with back-to-back 3rd placings. The main concern is his untested record on soft tracks and the class rise. However, his tactical versatility from barrier 5 should allow him to secure a good position in what's likely to be a fast-run race.

Our price $5.00 · SP $3.30 · Ryan Houston

Mt Niseko brings solid Singapore form and a good overall win rate. While unproven at the distance and with limited soft track experience, he's well-weighted and has a good barrier draw. The 17-day spacing between runs is ideal, and the slight class drop should help. His adaptability from Singapore racing to Australian conditions is the main question mark.

Our price $7.00 · SP $6.00 · Harry Coffey

Epice Dieu brings strong Ballarat form with an excellent track record. His barrier draw is advantageous, allowing him to settle midfield with cover. While he prefers Good tracks, he's shown enough versatility to handle Soft going. Should get the perfect run in transit from barrier 6.

Our price $9.00 · SP $10.00 · Jett Stanley

Brooklyn Boss comes into this race with strong recent form including a win at this track on April 27. Has performed well on soft tracks (3-1-1 from 10) and should get a perfect run from barrier 1. The class rise is a concern but his recent form suggests he's ready for it. Jett Stanley's claim helps offset the weight and the moderate-fast tempo should suit his midfield racing pattern.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.80 · Billy Egan

Her recent form has been consistent without winning, but she's well-weighted and gets the services of Billy Egan. The moderate-fast tempo should suit her midfield racing pattern and she's proven she can handle this class level.

Our price $4.20 · SP $5.50 · John Allen

Progressive gelding with excellent win/place strike rate showing tactical versatility. Last start placing in similar conditions at Warrnambool suggests he'll handle soft ground well. The step up to BM70 is offset by a good weight and the continued partnership with John Allen.

Our price $5.00 · SP $6.00 · Jye Mc Neil

Seasoned performer dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger metropolitan company. His consistent form in higher grades suggests he's well-placed here despite the wide barrier. The booking of Jye McNeil is significant, and his versatile racing pattern will allow tactical options. His recent run at Hawkesbury in heavy conditions indicates he'll handle the soft track.

Our price $6.00 · SP $9.50 · Harry Coffey

Progressive gelding with a strong win/place strike rate making his first attempt at 2000m, which should suit based on his breeding and racing pattern. The perfect barrier draw will allow him to utilize his tactical speed, and Harry Coffey is a positive booking.