★ Top pickWon
6Knobelas
Gets weight relief, draws perfectly and has the services of Ben Melham. Natural improvement expected and looks well placed to break through.
Victoria · Thursday 29 May 2025
Pakenham tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Pakenham. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won3/838%
Any tip won5/863%
Top pick placed6/875%
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Sarah Takes On Lisa Mdn Plate
16:45 local1600mMaiden$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner6. KnobelasSP $1.28
2nd pick4th
5Tassron
Consistent galloper with strong place record at the mile. Recent form is solid and retains the services of Jye McNeil. Should get suitable run midfield and be strong late.
3rd pick2nd
4Harrata
Showed ability on debut at track and stable knows how to improve them. Extra distance looks suitable on breeding and has room for improvement. Drawn to get nice run with cover.
Value pickScratched
3First Infantry
Inside draw a significant advantage and should improve sharply over more ground.
- 1st6KnobelasBen Melham$1.28
- 2nd4HarrataZac Spain$14.00
- 3rd2Fifty CalibreBeau Mertens$7.50
- 4th5TassronJye Mc Neil$7.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Knobelas | 2 | Ben Melham | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | $1.28 |
| 2nd | 4 | Harrata | 7 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Fifty Calibre | 3 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Tassron | 6 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Ranselot | 5 | John Allen | C Maher | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Blue Eagle | 4 | Jason Maskiell | Anthony Chibnall | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | First Infantry | 1 | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 59.5kg |
Eliza Takes On Ryan Mdn Plate
17:15 local1400mMaiden$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner6. Bella PietraSP $4.80
★ Top pick4th
2Caelius
Gets perfect run from barrier 3 with Ben Melham aboard. Natural improvement expected third-up and maps to get ideal run behind likely leaders.
2nd pick3rd
1Bayou Music
Gets the services of Jye McNeil from good draw. Distance rise suits but may get back in running which is some query. Stable in good form and natural improvement likely.
3rd pickWon
6Bella Pietra
Consistent filly placing in both starts to date. Gets weight relief and the services of Jamie Kah. Maps to get good run midfield and should be strong late. Distance rise looks suitable based on racing pattern.
Value pick7th
4Flight Sergeant
Interesting stable debutant from Danny O'Brien yard. Well bred and gets services of Ben Allen. Wide barrier but likely to find cover midfield.
- 1st6Bella PietraJamie Kah$4.80
- 2nd5Heiwana TamashiPatrick Moloney$17.00
- 3rd1Bayou MusicJye Mc Neil$3.90
- 4th2CaeliusBen Melham$1.90
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Bella Pietra | 6 | Jamie Kah | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Heiwana Tamashi | 2 | Patrick Moloney | J F Moloney | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Bayou Music | 4 | Jye Mc Neil | James Cummings | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 2 | Caelius | 3 | Ben Melham | Peter Gelagotis | 58kg | $1.90 |
| 5th | 8 | Motherduck | 8 | Daniel Moor | T Busuttin & N Young | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Hopkins Star | 5 | Rose Hammond | P D Graesser | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Flight Sergeant | 7 | Ben Allen | D T O''Brien | 58kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Deny Entry | 1 | R E Laing | 58kg |
Luke W Takes On Suzanne (Bm64)
17:45 local2500mBenchmark 64$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner9. The StorytellerSP $3.70
★ Top pick2nd
6Lunar Powered
Progressive stayer who has been building nicely through the grades. Last start placing showed he's ready for this trip and the weight relief is significant. Maps to get perfect run midfield and should be strong late. Clear top pick with scope for further improvement.
2nd pick12th
7Van Gerwen
Emerging stayer who scored impressively last start. Gets in well at the weights after the claim and should get a nice run from barrier 6. Main danger to top pick if he handles the class rise.
3rd pick9th
4Tewkesbury
Reliable stayer who rarely runs poorly. Gets a nice run from barrier 1 and stable is in good form. Slight query at the weights but should be competitive again.
Value pick5th
8Luckyheleft
Recent form has been solid and the step up in trip should suit. Wide barrier a concern but likely to get back anyway.
- 1st9The StorytellerBen Allen$3.70
- 2nd6Lunar PoweredJamie Mott$6.00
- 3rd2HollandiaBeau Mertens$19.00
- 4th5Sky HeroJohn Allen$71.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | The Storyteller | 11 | Ben Allen | J Leek Jnr | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 6 | Lunar Powered | 2 | Jamie Mott | M C Kent | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Hollandia | 3 | Beau Mertens | J F Moloney | 61.5kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Sky Hero | 4 | John Allen | Amy McDonald | 59.5kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Luckyheleft | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Rachael Cunningham | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Split | 13 | Koby Jennings | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Amawasha | 9 | Jye Mc Neil | Mitchell Leek | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Mystic High | 8 | Craig Newitt | Ms C Alderson | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Tewkesbury | 1 | Luke Currie | T & C McEvoy | 60kg | $3.70 |
| 10th | 13 | The Yachtsman | 5 | Rose Hammond | Naomi Bourke | 52kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Inthelapofthegods | 12 | Teodore Nugent | Nathan Dunn | 62kg | $15.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Van Gerwen | 6 | Tianni Chapman | Peter Gelagotis | 56kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Castrofrancaru | 7 | Mitchell Leek | 57kg |
Lachlan Takes On Kirsten Mdn Plate (Chute)
18:15 local1000mMaiden$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner9. YoloSP $2.60
★ Top pickWon
9Yolo
City-grade form lines through strong races make this colt well placed dropping to provincial maiden grade. Should get perfect run from barrier 3 with good tempo likely.
2nd pick8th
1Animal
Showed ability with strong placing on debut at this track/distance. Jamie Mott booking suggests stable confidence and should be able to cross and lead from barrier 6. The 35 day spacing between runs is ideal for second-up improvement.
3rd pick3rd
3Moaksun
Consistent performer who has placed in over half his starts. Gets the services of top jockey John Allen and draws well in barrier 4. Recent form has been solid without winning and should be running on strongly with a genuine tempo likely.
Value pickScratched
10Hi Val
The Maher stable excels with juveniles and the light weight is a significant advantage.
- 1st9YoloBen Allen$2.60
- 2nd6JuvianceBeau Mertens$19.00
- 3rd3MoaksunJohn Allen$6.50
- 4th8WeightlessCraig Newitt$71.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Yolo | 3 | Ben Allen | C Maher | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 6 | Juviance | 1 | Beau Mertens | Gavin Bedggood | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Moaksun | 4 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Weightless | 7 | Craig Newitt | M W Ryan | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Duke Of Oman | 10 | Matthew Cartwright | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 59.5kg | $71.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Mr Nunez | 2 | Logan Bates | R E Laing | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Mislight | 9 | Koby Jennings | Ms R Frost | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Animal | 6 | Jamie Mott | Ms N Burke | 59.5kg | $1.95 |
| Scr | 5 | After Sunset | 5 | Mark C Webb | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Hi Val | 8 | C Maher | 55kg |
Sammy Takes On Justin (Bm64) (Chute)
18:45 local1200mBenchmark 64$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner7. Stage ''n'' ScreenSP $3.60
★ Top pick2nd
1Alero
Progressive type who has shown excellent ability at this distance. Recent win at Caulfield in similar grade was impressive. Jamie Kah booking a major positive and despite the weight, appears well placed to continue winning form. Should get good run just off strong tempo.
2nd pickWon
7Stage ''n'' Screen
Has been racing well in stronger company and gets significant class relief here. The strong tempo should suit her finishing style and barrier 7 gives options. Ben Melham booking suggests stable confidence. Gear changes indicate potential improvement.
3rd pick4th
6Nimbustwothousand
Progressive type coming off impressive maiden win. The strong tempo should suit his finishing style and Jamie Mott staying aboard is significant. While this represents a class rise, he appears to have the scope to measure up and gets in well at the weights.
Value pickScratched
10Chilli Reaper
Progressive filly who has shown ability in easier company.
- 1st7Stage ''n'' ScreenBen Melham$3.60
- 2nd1AleroJamie Kah$3.20
- 3rd4WarpartyZac Spain$10.00
- 4th6NimbustwothousandJamie Mott$6.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Stage ''n'' Screen | 7 | Ben Melham | M W Walker | 59kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 1 | Alero | 8 | Jamie Kah | C Maher | 61.5kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 4 | Warparty | 1 | Zac Spain | S P Nichols | 60kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Nimbustwothousand | 10 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Seindeel | 2 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Immortal Star | 6 | Ben Allen | D T O''Brien | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Twisted Queen | 3 | Celine Gaudry | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Terraflying | 4 | Koby Jennings | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Box Office | 5 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Chilli Reaper | 9 | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57kg |
Asher Takes On Stephanie Hcp (C1) (Chute)
19:15 local1200mClass 1$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner9. Jammin JimmySP $16.00
★ Top pick7th
4Thunder Award
Consistent performer who has found the right race. Maps to get perfect run behind likely leaders and has proven form around similar horses. Recent runs suggest ready to win and gets in well at the weights. Strong jockey booking adds confidence.
2nd pick9th
12Bedtime Angel
Progressive filly who has been hitting the line strongly. Gets in light and should appreciate the likely strong tempo. Drawn to get cover midfield and finish hard. Jye McNeil booking a big plus.
3rd pick5th
3Swift Circle
Last start maiden winner who showed good ability. Maps to get perfect run behind leader and should be strong through line. Class rise but gets conditions to suit and strong jockey booking suggests stable confidence.
Value pick8th
10Iced Chocolate
Consistent mare who has been racing well in similar grade. Gear change suggests stable looking to sharpen her up. Will get back but should be strong late with good tempo likely.
- 1st9Jammin JimmyBen Allen$16.00
- 2nd5Midnight HustleRhys Mc Leod$9.50
- 3rd6PreservatorTianni Chapman$21.00
- 4th8VolatileMatthew Cartwright$19.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Jammin Jimmy | 7 | Ben Allen | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Midnight Hustle | 6 | Rhys Mc Leod | J R Welsh | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Preservator | 3 | Tianni Chapman | K J Fythe | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Volatile | 5 | Matthew Cartwright | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Swift Circle | 2 | John Allen | Anthony Chibnall | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 1 | Altair I Am | 1 | Patrick Moloney | M, W & J Hawkes | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Thunder Award | 4 | Ben Melham | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 59kg | $2.20 |
| 8th | 10 | Iced Chocolate | 9 | Jason Maskiell | D Meagher | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Bedtime Angel | 8 | Jye Mc Neil | J F Moloney | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| Scr | 2 | Olive Baguette | 14 | Alexander Rae | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Sacred Rocks | 10 | C Maher | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Versaille | 13 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Don''t Russia | 12 | Craig Blackshaw | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Fridge Monster | 11 | D Binaisse | 58kg |
Nathan Takes On Luke S (Bm70) (Chute)
19:45 local1000mBenchmark 70$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner4. ScampiSP $1.55
★ Top pickWon
4Scampi
Well-performed sprinter who should get ideal setup with strong tempo likely. Jamie Kah booking a big positive and drawn to get nice trail midfield.
2nd pickScratched
11Trembles
Gets in well at the weights and has the services of top jockey Jye McNeil. Despite the wide gate, has the tactical speed to overcome it and looks well placed to continue progression.
3rd pickScratched
1Rewards And More
Consistent sprinter who maps to get perfect run on speed from good draw. Strong fresh record and proven performer at provincial level. Weight is a concern but compensated by claim.
Value pick4th
5Commands Success
Will appreciate likely fast tempo and carries manageable weight.
- 1st4ScampiJamie Kah$1.55
- 2nd2Jewel BayBeau Mertens$6.50
- 3rd6Core ConceptJamie Mott$8.50
- 4th5Commands SuccessLiam Riordan$21.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Scampi | 8 | Jamie Kah | C Maher | 59kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 2 | Jewel Bay | 5 | Beau Mertens | Andrea Leek | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Core Concept | 7 | Jamie Mott | Michael Jones | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Commands Success | 4 | Liam Riordan | Dwayne Reid | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Subsix | 2 | Rhys Mc Leod | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 8 | I Miss Margie | 1 | Jett Stanley | T Busuttin & N Young | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Go To Hollywood | 9 | Ben Allen | John R Allen | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Bleuet De France | 12 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | Ebony Tucker | 52kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Rewards And More | 3 | Jerome Hunter | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Jungle Sensation | 6 | Richard Laming | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Symphony Of Colour | 11 | Dominic Sutton | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Trembles | 10 | A & S Freedman | 55kg |
All Stars Take On Sportsbet (Bm58)
20:15 local1400mBenchmark 58$4,000,012,200,027,200,300,000,000,000,000
Winner11. Cinque PonteSP $7.50
★ Top pick2nd
4Angel Of The Sea
Weight advantage and proven ability to finish strongly suggests she can overcome wide draw. Stable in excellent form and jockey booking of Luke Currie a positive.
2nd pick5th
12Littlebirdie
Consistent mare who has been racing well in similar company. Maps to get good run midfield and proven ability at track/distance. Well weighted and should be strong through line with good tempo likely to suit.
3rd pick3rd
6Thunder Hawk
Last start maiden winner who showed good ability. Fresh up here with positive first-up stats and gets in well at weights after claim. Wide barrier a concern but likely strong tempo should allow her to find position and finish strongly.
Value pick4th
7Turf Two
Track specialist who gets conditions to suit from good draw. Well weighted after claim and proven ability to run well fresh.
- 1st11Cinque PonteJacob Noonan$7.50
- 2nd4Angel Of The SeaLuke Currie$4.40
- 3rd6Thunder HawkLogan Bates$14.00
- 4th7Turf TwoBilly Egan$11.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Cinque Ponte | 3 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Angel Of The Sea | 14 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 6 | Thunder Hawk | 10 | Logan Bates | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Turf Two | 4 | Billy Egan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Littlebirdie | 8 | Jett Stanley | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Noble Legend | 1 | Sheridan Clarke | Carly Thomas | 60.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Harsh | 9 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Ellmaknifico | 12 | Matthew Cartwright | Brian McGrath | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Toronova | 6 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | I M Pankhurst | 53kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Aseventy Seven | 7 | John Allen | E & D Browne | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Shot At The Night | 5 | Ben Allen | John R Allen | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Soobooma | 11 | Daniel Moor | R J Besanko | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Mislead | 15 | Ms R Frost | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Romaji | 16 | D Binaisse | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Cheeky Blinders | 13 | Daniel Williams | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Citaleon | 2 | Simone Manne | 55.5kg |
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