★ Top pick4th
6Miss Jones
With an advantageous barrier draw and strong recent performances, she looks well-positioned to break through for her maiden win.
New South Wales · Wednesday 9 July 2025
Canterbury tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Canterbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won3/743%
Any tip won4/757%
Top pick placed4/757%
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Ranvet Mdn Hcp
12:50 local1100mMaiden$100,000,148,000,218,600,000,000,000,000,000
Winner5. InfusionSP $7.50
2nd pick5th
4From The Peak
From The Peak showed promise with a strong second placing on debut. While inexperienced, there's potential for significant improvement, making her a strong contender in this field.
3rd pick2nd
10Maquisa
Maquisa has been a consistent performer with three placings from six starts. With the lightweight advantage, Maquisa is well-positioned to challenge for a top-three finish, despite the potential drawback of barrier 1.
Value pickScratched
9Vin Santo
- 1st5InfusionTom Sherry$7.50
- 2nd10MaquisaTommy Berry$5.00
- 3rd8WritegoJason Collett$4.40
- 4th6Miss JonesJoshua Parr$2.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Infusion | 4 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 10 | Maquisa | 1 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Writego | 3 | Jason Collett | C J Waller | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 6 | Miss Jones | 6 | Joshua Parr | Richard & Will Freedman | 57kg | $2.50 |
| 5th | 4 | From The Peak | 7 | Dylan Gibbons | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 1 | Sonic Scene | 8 | Jeff Penza | Michael Travers | 59kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Already Blue | 9 | Molly Bourke | Julia Presits | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Aldezor | 2 | Jay Ford | Joseph Pride | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 7 | The Stars | 10 | Rory Hutchings | C J Waller | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Vin Santo | 5 | Alysha Collett | Richard & Will Freedman | 56.5kg |
TAB Hcp
13:25 local1200mOpen$60,000,128,400,210,350,000,000,000,000,000
Winner4. Sapphire RoseSP $4.20
★ Top pickWon
4Sapphire Rose
Sapphire Rose brings strong recent form, including a win on soft going. While facing a class rise, her consistent performances and advantageous barrier draw make her a top contender. The heavy track is a question mark, but her soft track form suggests adaptability.
2nd pick3rd
10Issy''s Star
Issy's Star comes off a heavy track win and carries a light weight, making her well-suited to today's conditions. While the wide barrier is a concern, her proven ability in heavy going and consistent class level performance make her a strong contender.
Value pick6th
7Menshevik
The reapplication of ear muffs could help him settle better.
- 1st4Sapphire RoseAshley Morgan$4.20
- 2nd2DivoBenjamin Osmond$11.00
- 3rd10Issy''s StarJason Collett$5.50
- 4th17Alphard$17.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Sapphire Rose | 9 | Ashley Morgan | Bjorn Baker | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 2 | Divo | 10 | Benjamin Osmond | Nathan Doyle | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Issy''s Star | 13 | Jason Collett | K A Lees | 54.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 17 | Alphard | 4 | C J Waller | 56kg | $17.00 | |
| 5th | 5 | Barcelo | 7 | Rory Hutchings | C J Waller | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Menshevik | 11 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Sigma | 20 | Regan Bayliss | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Pena Palace | 1 | Olivia Chambers | Julia Presits | 51kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Battuta | 2 | C J Waller | 56kg | $21.00 | |
| 10th | 18 | Lady Winston | 5 | M C Conners | 54kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Hillier | 3 | Tom Sherry | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Bryant | 6 | Joshua Parr | R J Quinton | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Duke Atreides | 14 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Pictor | 12 | Dylan Gibbons | C J Waller | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Beverly Hills | 18 | C J Waller | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Cavallo Park | 16 | J G Sargent | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Fairway To Heaven | 17 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 54kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Beside The Ocean | 8 | C J Waller | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Portofino | 19 | C J Waller | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Precise Star | 15 | C J Waller | 56kg |
Asahi Super Dry (Bm64)
14:00 local1200mBenchmark 64$60,000,128,400,210,350,000,000,000,000,000
Winner3. Signor TortoniSP $1.65
★ Top pickWon
3Signor Tortoni
Signor Tortoni presents as the top selection with consistent recent form, including two wins from his last three starts. While facing a class rise, he has proven heavy track form and strong weight-carrying ability, making him well-suited to today's conditions.
2nd pick2nd
5Kilonova
Kilonova impressed on debut with a strong win and carries a favorable weight for this class rise. Trained by the leading Chris Waller stable, there's potential for significant improvement second-up. However, the lack of heavy track experience and long break between runs introduce some uncertainty.
Value pick3rd
7Moonlight Dream
The favorable inside barrier draw is advantageous in heavy conditions. However, the class rise and limited heavy track experience are significant concerns.
- 1st3Signor TortoniJason Collett$1.65
- 2nd5KilonovaRory Hutchings$3.90
- 3rd7Moonlight DreamAlysha Collett$9.00
- 4th4SuperheroBraith Nock$6.50
Full result · 4 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Signor Tortoni | 8 | Jason Collett | R J Quinton | 60.5kg | $1.65 |
| 2nd | 5 | Kilonova | 7 | Rory Hutchings | C J Waller | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 7 | Moonlight Dream | 2 | Alysha Collett | Joseph Pride | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Superhero | 9 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Sovereign Hill | 3 | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Hawker Hall | 1 | Tommy Berry | K A Lees | 61kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Octa De Lago | 4 | Tom Sherry | Richard Litt | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Tessy Tee | 6 | A J Calder | R D Collett | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Girrawheen | 5 | P H Bloomfield | 55.5kg |
Brave Smash @ Yarraman Park (Bm64)
14:35 local1550mBenchmark 64$60,000,128,400,210,350,000,000,000,000,000
Winner5. CentenarioSP $10.00
★ Top pick4th
10Celtic Sin
With a proven heavy track win and consistent form improvement, she's well-positioned to handle the conditions. The lightweight and good barrier draw further enhance her chances in this stronger company.
2nd pick3rd
9Starphistocated
Starphistocated has demonstrated excellent heavy track ability and shows a clear upward form trajectory. The wide barrier is a concern, but her proven wet track ability could negate this disadvantage.
3rd pick2nd
4Narbold
Narbold brings consistent form and a significant class drop to this race. The Waller/Collett combination is potent, and the weight is favorable. Still, the class drop makes him a strong contender.
Value pickScratched
7Jacob''s Time
The midfield barrier suits, but lack of heavy track form is a concern.
- 1st5CentenarioRegan Bayliss$10.00
- 2nd4NarboldJason Collett$2.90
- 3rd9StarphistocatedBrock Ryan$6.50
- 4th10Celtic SinA Adkins$5.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Centenario | 3 | Regan Bayliss | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 60.5kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Narbold | 1 | Jason Collett | C J Waller | 61kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 9 | Starphistocated | 10 | Brock Ryan | John Thompson | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Celtic Sin | 2 | A Adkins | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Delrico | 4 | Jace McMurray | C J Waller | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Elle Hudson | 9 | Alysha Collett | Joseph Pride | 61.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Carrazana | 6 | Benjamin Osmond | C J Waller | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Limburg | 12 | Jeff Penza | Joseph Pride | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Stallone | 11 | Ashley Morgan | Bjorn Baker | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6 | Investment | 7 | Jay Ford | Joseph Pride | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Jacob''s Time | 5 | Olivia Chambers | Anthony Mountney | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Empire Of Art | 8 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 58kg |
Hyland Race Colours (Bm72)
15:10 local1100mBenchmark 72$60,000,128,400,210,350,000,000,000,000,000
Winner8. Desi EmperorSP $4.20
★ Top pick2nd
7Kiribati
The advantageous barrier 3 draw and consistent recent form (2 wins in last 5 starts) are significant positives. The cross-over nose band first time could sharpen performance.
2nd pickWon
8Desi Emperor
Consistent performer with 3 wins in last 5 starts. Proven ability in soft conditions is a plus given the heavy track. While facing a slight class rise and drawn in barrier 1, which can be tricky at Canterbury, the horse's consistency and recent performances make it a strong contender.
Value pick5th
6Opal Fields
The light weight of 55kg is advantageous on a heavy track. While facing a significant class rise and unproven in heavy conditions, her consistency and potential make her an interesting value proposition.
- 1st8Desi EmperorK S Latham$4.20
- 2nd7KiribatiBraith Nock$7.00
- 3rd1MafiaJace McMurray$4.40
- 4th4NegotiationsBenjamin Osmond$20.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Desi Emperor | 1 | K S Latham | T Wong | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 7 | Kiribati | 3 | Braith Nock | C Maher | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Mafia | 2 | Jace McMurray | Mitchell Beer | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 4 | Negotiations | 7 | Benjamin Osmond | C Maher | 56.5kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Opal Fields | 5 | William Stanley | John Thompson | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Vegas Raider | 8 | Jay Ford | David Pfieffer | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 2 | One Destiny | 9 | Molly Bourke | G R Nickson | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 3 | Cassiel | 6 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 60kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Acappella Sun | 4 | Jason Collett | Matthew Dale | 56.5kg |
Broadsiding @ Darley (Bm72)
15:45 local1250mBenchmark 72$60,000,128,400,210,350,000,000,000,000,000
Winner3. HanauSP $2.60
★ Top pickWon
3Hanau
Hanau stands out as the top selection with strong heavy track form and consistent recent performances. While carrying top weight is a concern, the heavy track experience and class edge make Hanau the horse to beat.
2nd pick5th
7Braveheart
Braveheart is a promising 3-year-old with strong wet track form, making him well-suited to today's conditions. While stepping up in class is a challenge, his progressive profile and wet track ability make him a strong contender.
3rd pick4th
5Bartolf
Bartolf brings consistent form and proven heavy track ability to this race. The class drop from his last start is a significant advantage, and there's potential for further improvement. While the wide barrier is a concern, his ability to handle wet tracks and his consistency make him a solid contender in this field.
Value pick7th
4Oakfield Duke
While his recent form has been inconsistent, the return to heavy conditions could spark improvement.
- 1st3HanauBraith Nock$2.60
- 2nd13The ReplicantJeff Penza$20.00
- 3rd1SilentsarRachel King$11.00
- 4th5BartolfA Adkins$7.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Hanau | 4 | Braith Nock | James Cummings | 58.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 13 | The Replicant | 5 | Jeff Penza | Joseph Pride | 54kg | $20.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Silentsar | 2 | Rachel King | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 61kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Bartolf | 11 | A Adkins | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Braveheart | 8 | Tommy Berry | Peter Snowden | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 12 | Miss Couver | 6 | Ashley Morgan | C Maher | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Oakfield Duke | 7 | K S Latham | K A Lees | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Sovereign Hill | 10 | Joshua Parr | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| Scr | 2 | Denman Star | 12 | Angela Davies | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Don''t Doubt Merlin | 13 | David Pfieffer | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Just In Time | 3 | J C Deamer | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Superhero | 1 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Miss Rebel | 9 | Reece Jones | Cassandra Stummer | 55kg |
Headwater @ Vinery Stud (Bm72)
16:20 local1900mBenchmark 72$60,000,128,400,210,350,000,000,000,000,000
Winner3. Monarchs BraeSP $8.50
★ Top pick5th
12Hovland
Hovland presents as the top selection with improving form, a strong record on wet tracks, and a significant weight advantage. While stepping up in class and distance, his progressive profile and ability to handle heavy going make him well-suited to today's conditions. The inside draw may be slightly disadvantageous, but his tactical speed should mitigate this.
2nd pickScratched
5Captain Maverick
Captain Maverick is a consistent performer with a solid record on wet tracks. The main concerns are the topweight and first attempt at 1900m, but his overall profile suggests he should be competitive in this field.
Value pick4th
15Dr Evil
The good barrier draw and consistent form are positives, but his age and weight are slight concerns.
- 1st3Monarchs BraeBraith Nock$8.50
- 2nd19MajorianTom Sherry$18.00
- 3rd6KazalarkDylan Gibbons$7.00
- 4th15Dr EvilJason Collett$4.80
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Monarchs Brae | 12 | Braith Nock | C J Waller | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 19 | Majorian | 1 | Tom Sherry | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Kazalark | 5 | Dylan Gibbons | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 15 | Dr Evil | 3 | Jason Collett | J A Steinmetz | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 12 | Hovland | 4 | Tommy Berry | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 6th | 2 | Knights Armour | 2 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Ross Lavis | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Funambulist | 6 | Ashley Morgan | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 17 | Our Uptown Girl | 10 | A Adkins | John Thompson | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Lenape Vibe | 7 | Benjamin Osmond | C J Waller | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Camaguey | 15 | William Stanley | Ms K Waugh | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Fagin | 13 | Jeff Penza | Matthew Dale | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Rise To It | 14 | Molly Bourke | C Maher | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Captain Maverick | 17 | Rory Hutchings | C J Waller | 60kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Natural Deduction | 9 | Jace McMurray | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Hooligan Tommy | 19 | J G Sargent | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Sunsource | 16 | Zac Wadick | Robert Quinn | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Heaven Bound | 18 | Joshua Parr | Blake Ryan | 57kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Earth Dance | 20 | Peter Snowden | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Coto De Caza | 8 | J G Sargent | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | City Limits | 11 | Ms D Poidevin-Laine | 56kg |
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