Scone tips and results

Our price $8.00 · SP $21.00

As a lightly-raced filly, there's potential for significant improvement second-up.

Our price $5.50 · SP $4.20 · Anna Roper

Vincetio is taking a significant drop in class after a metropolitan debut. While unplaced, the experience against stronger opposition should prove valuable.

Our price $4.50 · SP $6.00 · Donovan Dillon

Well-drawn in barrier 4, this lightly-raced filly has potential for improvement. While lacking experience, the class drop and good barrier position make her a strong contender. Not as consistent as Royal Armada but has more upside.

Our price $8.00 · SP $14.00 · Jessica Taylor

More experienced than top picks but yet to win. Well-suited to the track condition. Less likely to win than top two but very consistent.

Our price $5.50 · SP $7.00 · Jenny Duggan

Keinbah's Gift offers value based on a recent 4th place finish and favorable weight and barrier draw. While lacking experience and unproven at the distance, there's potential for improvement.

Our price $9.00 · SP $14.00 · Billy Cray

The wider barrier is a concern, but if he can get across without spending too much energy, he represents good value in this field.

Our price $5.50 · SP $5.00 · Donovan Dillon

While carrying top weight, the class drop should offset this. Consistent performer with strong place record and experienced over the distance. Likely to settle on pace from barrier 6 and be in the finish, but may find Zelestial too strong.

Our price $6.50 · SP $5.00 · Leeshelle Small

Significant weight relief with 53kg is advantageous. Well drawn in barrier 5 for a midfield position with opportunity to finish strongly. While improving, may lack the class of the top two selections but is a strong place chance.

Our price $12.00 · SP $26.00 · Jake Pracey-Holmes

Won two starts back over this distance and has shown ability to perform well at 1600m. While form has been inconsistent, there's potential for improvement.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.50 · Aaron Bullock

Annoint brings strong credentials with consistent place finishes and proven ability at the distance. While carrying top weight is a concern, his class edge and experience at this level make him a serious contender. The good track isn't ideal, but his overall form and strong jockey booking suggest he can overcome these challenges to be in the finish.

Our price $8.00 · SP $7.00 · Donovan Dillon

City Gold Ready presents an interesting case, dropping significantly in class which could see a form turnaround. His record at the distance is solid, and he's likely to lead from a good barrier. The main concerns are his recent poor form and top weight, but if he can control the pace, he could prove hard to run down. A definite chance if he returns to his best form.

Our price $5.50 · SP $14.00 · Bronte Simpson

Shamedy stands out as the top selection due to his class edge, strong distance record, and suitability to the predicted race shape. The significant class drop from his last start should see him very competitive here. While the top weight is a concern, his ability to lead in a fast-tempo race could prove decisive.

Our price $4.80 · SP $3.20 · Aaron Bullock

Lord Protector presents as a strong contender with consistent recent form and advantageous weight and barrier draw. While not as proven as Shamedy, his current form and race set-up make him a serious threat.

Our price $7.00 · SP $11.00 · Donovan Dillon

So Country comes off a strong last start performance and should be suited by the predicted fast tempo. The class drop is significant, but the wide barrier and higher weight are concerns. While not as strong a winning chance as the top two selections, his consistency makes him a solid place prospect.

Our price $6.50 · SP $8.50 · Donovan Dillon

Rail Trail has been racing consistently and should be prominent in the early stages. The gelding is proven at the distance and has a strong jockey aboard. While not as classy as He's My Warrior, his on-pace style suits the likely fast tempo. He edges Sharpen The Knives due to his more consistent form and proven distance ability.

Our price $7.50 · SP $10.00 · Leeshelle Small

The mare should be suited by the likely fast tempo and carries a light weight. The class rise is the main concern.

Our price $26.00 · SP $151.00 · Billy Cray

Our price $3.20 · SP $81.00 · Leeshelle Small

Tidal Rush stands out with strong recent form and a proven affinity for the track and distance. Well-drawn in barrier 4, the horse should get an ideal run on-pace. While carrying slightly more weight, its consistency and suitability for the conditions make it the top selection. Superior recent form gives it an edge over other picks.