Mt Gambier tips and results

Our price $2.80 · SP $5.50 · Ms S Metcalfe

The Last Flash brings the strongest recent form into this race with consecutive 2nd placings. She's proven on soft tracks and has been knocking on the door for a win. With a good barrier draw and suitable race tempo, she appears ready to break through for a maiden victory.

Our price $4.00 · SP $4.40 · Rochelle Milnes

Shimazy is showing promising signs with an improving form line and a solid 3rd placing last start on a soft track. The addition of a lugging bit and tongue tie for the first time suggests connections expect further improvement. With a good barrier draw and weight advantage, she's well-positioned to challenge for the win in this maiden field.

Our price $7.00 · SP $12.00 · D Caboche

Tee Em I brings consistent recent form with consecutive 4th placings and returns on a quick 7-day backup suggesting fitness. The wide barrier is a concern, but with the expected fast tempo, could finish strongly if finding cover early. Represents each-way value.

Our price $12.00 · SP $14.00 · Stan Tsaikos

Recent 5th placing at Mt Gambier (1314m) suggests some ability, and the drop back to 900m with a light weight could suit.

Our price $8.00 · SP $9.00 · Rochelle Milnes

Six-year-old mare with good track experience at Mt Gambier including a win. Has been racing over longer trips but has shown ability to sprint well fresh. Will be suited by the fast tempo and carries just 54kg. Likely to settle back and run on strongly. Main concerns are the lengthy break between runs and coming back sharply in distance, but represents good each-way value.

Our price $7.00 · SP $10.00 · Jessica Eaton

Six-year-old mare dropping significantly in class after competing in picnic races. Has recent racing fitness with just 9 days since last run. Drawn well in barrier 4 and gets the services of experienced jockey Jessica Eaton. Has shown improving form with a win at Balnarring over 1200m in April. Main concerns are lack of experience at this track and distance, but the class drop is significant.

Our price $2.50 · SP $2.00 · Jack Hill

Night Cryer brings the strongest recent form into this race with a close 3rd last start on soft ground. The step up to 2050m looks ideal for this progressive Grunt gelding who has been building fitness. Jack Hill is a positive jockey booking, and from barrier 6 he should get an ideal midfield position.

Our price $8.00 · SP $10.00 · Jacob Opperman

The 7-day backup suggests fitness, and Jacob Opperman is a significant jockey upgrade. Having previously raced in stronger company in the NT, this class drop gives him a genuine chance.

Our price $3.80 · SP $5.00 · Caitlin Tootell

Emerald Reward brings the strongest form credentials with a last-start win at this track over a slightly longer trip. His record at Mt Gambier (2 wins from 6 starts) is impressive, and he's proven adaptable to various race conditions. The wide barrier and top weight are concerns, but his class and consistency make him a genuine winning chance. Caitlin Tootell's claim helps offset the weight impost.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.50 · Ms S Metcalfe

His last-start win at this track over a similar distance shows he's in good form, and he handles soft ground well. The barrier is slightly awkward, but with a midfield position likely, he can finish strongly. The class rise is a concern, but he's well-weighted and has the services of S. Metcalfe who knows him well.

Our price $4.20 · SP $4.60 · Caitlin Jones

Two Kay Klick brings solid credentials with consistent recent form and a strong record at both the track and on soft going. The 50-day freshen-up should suit, and his first-up record is encouraging. The wide barrier is a concern, but with likely fast tempo, he should be able to find a position. The top weight is the main negative.

Our price $8.50 · SP $13.00 · Melissa Julius

Pensley represents excellent value given her strong record at both Mt Gambier and on soft tracks. The inside barrier and lightweight are significant advantages, though she may need luck in running if she gets back from the inside draw. Her recent form has been consistent without winning, but the return to a track and surface she enjoys makes her an appealing value proposition.

Our price $2.80 · SP $3.70 · Jessica Eaton

Longer Route brings the strongest recent form with a win at Murray Bridge over 2000m. Has shown versatility in racing patterns and handles soft tracks well. While untested at this exact distance, his win over 2000m suggests it won't be an issue. Clear top selection.

Our price $6.00 · SP $5.50 · Jack Hill

Ferago drops significantly in class after competing in Listed races. Has won at Mt Gambier previously and brings solid staying credentials. The top weight is a concern, but the class drop compensates somewhat. His best performances have been on heavy tracks rather than soft, but he should still be competitive in this field.

Our price $3.80 · SP $5.00 · Rochelle Milnes

See De Night brings the strongest recent form, finishing a close second over this track and distance last start. Has the perfect profile for this race with proven ability at the track, distance, and on soft ground. Well-drawn in barrier 5 and gets in with a manageable weight. The 17-day freshen-up should have him primed for this assignment.

Our price $7.00 · SP $10.00 · Stan Tsaikos

Rippa Buddy comes off a last-start win over this track and distance, which is a significant positive. Has proven ability on soft tracks and a good barrier draw. The 17-day spacing between runs is ideal, and his consistent form line suggests he'll be competitive again. The weight (58.5kg) is the main concern.

Our price $8.00 · SP $16.00 · D Caboche

Piwhane represents excellent value coming off a strong second-place finish over 1400m. Her form is trending upward at the right time, and she gets in with a manageable weight. The wide barrier is a concern, but she has tactical speed to overcome it. Has won twice on soft tracks, suggesting today's conditions will suit.