The light weight and advantageous barrier draw should allow her to settle well in a likely fast-paced race. While stepping up in class, her potential for improvement makes her the top selection.
Victoria · Wednesday 30 July 2025
Sandown Hillside tips and results
Our top pick won 0 of 8 races at Sandown Hillside. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Sportsbet Race Previews Hcp
The Dominic Sutton/Damian Lane combination is potent, and the filly has proven herself at this class level. However, she's first-up and carrying top weight from a wide barrier.
Conscience made a strong impression winning on debut and has the benefit of a top jockey in Blake Shinn. While first-up and drawn wide, the filly is well-weighted and has potential for improvement. The class rise is a concern, but her raw talent makes her a contender.
- 1st5Express ClassPatrick Moloney$31.00
- 2nd7FeriviaLachlan Neindorf$2.35
- 3rd8Street ArtistBen Melham$8.00
- 4th4ConscienceBlake Shinn$2.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Express Class | 6 | Patrick Moloney | G M Moloney | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Ferivia | 5 | Lachlan Neindorf | P Stokes | 56kg | $2.35 |
| 3rd | 8 | Street Artist | 11 | Ben Melham | A & S Freedman | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Conscience | 10 | Blake Shinn | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56.5kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 9 | She''s My Ex | 3 | Craig Williams | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Lady Invictus | 2 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 6 | No Limitation | 9 | Luke Currie | Clayton Douglas | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Sword Of Legacy | 1 | Damian Lane | Dominic Sutton | 58kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Facilitate | 8 | Ben Allen | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Yamashita''s Gold | 7 | Jamie Kah | Gavin Bedggood | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Brilliant Horizon | 4 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 54.5kg |
MRC Membership Feel The Thrill (Bm70)
Igotcha stands out as the top selection with a strong track record at Sandown-Hillside and consistent recent form. Despite a slight class rise and wide barrier, her track specialization and form give her a significant edge.
Matriarch Rose is a strong contender with an impressive track record at Sandown-Hillside. The significant class drop works in her favor, and her consistent placing ability makes her a reliable option.
Brave Miss shows an improving form trend and is well-suited to the soft track conditions. With a good weight and strong overall win rate, she presents as a solid contender. However, lack of experience at Sandown-Hillside and a significant class rise are factors to consider.
Rick's Cafe offers value as a strong track specialist at Sandown-Hillside, boasting 2 wins from 3 starts. The class drop and fresh legs after a spell are positives.
- 1st5Brave MissJamie Mott$6.00
- 2nd2Matriarch RoseMs J Kennedy$3.60
- 3rd1IgotchaLogan Bates$3.60
- 4th6The Marg FactorHannah Edgley$5.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Brave Miss | 2 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Matriarch Rose | 3 | Ms J Kennedy | Dan O''Sullivan | 58kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | Igotcha | 7 | Logan Bates | C Maher | 58.5kg | $3.60 |
| 4th | 6 | The Marg Factor | 1 | Hannah Edgley | Peter Gelagotis | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Ataegina | 8 | Craig Williams | Luke Oliver | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Nursery Chime | 6 | Craig Newitt | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Rick''s Cafe | 4 | Luke Cartwright | Rhiannon Schiffer | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 8 | Forest Diamond | 5 | Sarah Field | Ms M Cunningham | 51.5kg |
Sportsbet Jockey Watch (Bm70)
While the soft track is a slight concern, its proven ability at the track and distance outweighs this. The top weight is offset by a good barrier draw and the services of Blake Shinn. Looks the one to beat based on overall form assessment.
Miss Castelvecchio is on an upward trajectory with a recent heavy track win. The lightweight and inside barrier are significant advantages. While facing a class rise, the improving form and soft track ability make her a strong contender. Slightly less proven than All Business but well-positioned to challenge.
Butternut Princess is a consistent performer with a good record on soft tracks. While yet to win at this class level, her consistency and suitability to the conditions make her a strong place chance. Not as likely to win as the top two selections but should be in the finish.
A recent soft track winner stepping up in class, she's lightly raced and open to improvement. A speculative each-way play for value seekers.
- 1st8Silent SharesEthan Brown$6.00
- 2nd3Butternut PrincessLuke Cartwright$5.00
- 3rd10Miss CastelvecchioBen Melham$3.80
- 4th7SephiaCraig Williams$9.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Silent Shares | 9 | Ethan Brown | Gavin Bedggood | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Butternut Princess | 8 | Luke Cartwright | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Miss Castelvecchio | 1 | Ben Melham | Charlotte Littlefield | 56.5kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 7 | Sephia | 7 | Craig Williams | Symon Wilde | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Irrefutably | 2 | Logan Bates | A & S Freedman | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 1 | All Business | 5 | Blake Shinn | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 60kg | $4.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Harsh | 11 | Thomas Prebble | C Maher | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Grinzinger Fashion | 4 | Harry Coffey | Ben Brisbourne | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 6 | La Belle Grande | 10 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Colour Our World | 6 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Rivazza | 3 | Ryan Houston | Ms M Cunningham | 53kg |
ive > (Bm70)
Boltsaver presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including a win and multiple placings. The gelding drops in class here and has shown a preference for soft tracks. While yet to win at Sandown-Hillside, his consistency and current form make him a strong contender in this field.
Rip 'n' Rip comes off an impressive last-start win and has a strong second-up record. The gelding carries a light weight and has shown ability on soft tracks. While facing a class rise, his current form and conditions suggest he's a major player in this race.
Dubai Dancer has been consistently placing and excels on soft tracks. The mare carries a light weight and has the services of top jockey Craig Williams. While facing a class rise, her soft track prowess and current form make her a strong contender in these conditions.
The mare carries a light weight and has top jockey Jamie Kah in the saddle.
- 1st10Rip ''n'' RipThomas Stockdale$5.00
- 2nd2Margie''s BoyBen Melham$11.00
- 3rd4BoltsaverBlake Shinn$3.20
- 4th11Dubai DancerCraig Williams$6.50
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Rip ''n'' Rip | 9 | Thomas Stockdale | Matthew Brown | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Margie''s Boy | 2 | Ben Melham | Peter Gelagotis | 60.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Boltsaver | 10 | Blake Shinn | Rhys Archard | 60kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 11 | Dubai Dancer | 3 | Craig Williams | Tom Dabernig | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Stay Humble | 8 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 59kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Overactive | 12 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Pardon My French | 5 | Jamie Kah | C Maher | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Zamborghini | 4 | Jacob Noonan | M M Laurie | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Kokoro | 7 | Ben Allen | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 60kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Van Roy | 11 | Daniel Stackhouse | M M Laurie | 60kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Think Winning | 6 | Liam Riordan | Julius Sandhu | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 9 | Free To Move | 1 | Zac Spain | K & K Keys | 58.5kg | $71.00 |
Sportsbet Fast Form (Bm70)
While untested at Sandown-Hillside, the gelding has shown adaptability across different tracks and should handle the step up in class. Craig Williams' booking is a significant positive.
Betwitchery has a strong record at Sandown-Hillside and comes off a last-start win. The filly should appreciate the likely fast tempo and carries a light weight. While facing a class rise, her track experience and current form make her a genuine contender.
Seindeel has a consistent record and excellent second-up stats. The good barrier draw suits his racing style, and Jye McNeil is a positive jockey booking. While facing a significant class rise and unproven at the track, his overall profile suggests he can be competitive.
Blake Shinn's engagement is a positive, and the gelding has been consistently placing. While unproven at Sandown-Hillside and drawn wide, the class drop and recent form make him an attractive each-way proposition.
- 1st5Skippers CanyonDaniel Stackhouse$11.00
- 2nd10Stay SilentBen Allen$9.00
- 3rd4AleroJamie Kah$8.00
- 4th1EverainCraig Williams$3.60
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Skippers Canyon | 12 | Daniel Stackhouse | P Stokes | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Stay Silent | 5 | Ben Allen | C Maher | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Alero | 6 | Jamie Kah | C Maher | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Everain | 7 | Craig Williams | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 11 | Sacred Fort | 2 | Logan Bates | C Maher | 54kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Seindeel | 3 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Nimbustwothousand | 9 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Betwitchery | 8 | Thomas Prebble | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 7 | Lario | 1 | Blake Shinn | D T O''Brien | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Warparty | 11 | Luke Cartwright | Thomas Conlan | 54kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Bold Strike | 4 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Simply Outrageous | 10 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 54kg |
Quayclean (Bm70)
Jennyanydots brings excellent recent form and a strong track record to this race. Her last start at Sandown-Hillside resulted in a close second, indicating track suitability. With a high place strike rate and favorable weight, she's well-positioned to overcome the wide barrier and secure victory.
Nasraawy has been knocking on the door with consistent placings and is well-suited to this track and distance. While yet to win at Sandown-Hillside, his two second-place finishes here show he's capable of a strong performance. The good barrier draw and in-form jockey enhance his chances.
Malletier brings an impressive record to this race, with two wins from his last three starts. While facing a class rise and unproven at Sandown-Hillside, his strong form and high strike rates suggest he has the potential to be competitive. The good barrier and top jockey booking are additional positives.
Martial Music represents value in this field, dropping in class and with a solid track record at Sandown-Hillside. The good barrier and weight relief from the claiming apprentice further enhance his value proposition.
- 1st5DreamzelLinda Meech$14.00
- 2nd10MalletierBlake Shinn$3.50
- 3rd8EnrightJye Mc Neil$9.00
- 4th9Flying ValleyJamie Mott$41.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Dreamzel | 13 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 60kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Malletier | 5 | Blake Shinn | T & C McEvoy | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Enright | 6 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Flying Valley | 4 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Charmed Run | 9 | Craig Williams | Luke Oliver | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Go To Hollywood | 10 | Luke Cartwright | John R Allen | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Jennyanydots | 11 | Dean Yendall | Mitchell Freedman | 57kg | $3.20 |
| 8th | 7 | Nasraawy | 2 | Ethan Brown | Gavin Bedggood | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 13 | Laura''s Gold | 8 | Thomas Prebble | Mitchell Leek | 52kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Helluva Barty | 12 | Daniel Moor | Luke Oliver | 62kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Gitalong | 3 | Logan Bates | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Greatham Boy | 14 | Ms J Kennedy | T Fitzsimmons | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Martial Music | 7 | Logan Bates | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Friendzoned | 1 | Jett Stanley | Jason Warren | 54kg |
Evergreen Turf (Bm74)
Empress Of The Sun presents as a highly promising mare with strong recent form, including two wins from her last three starts. The lightweight of 54.5kg is a significant advantage, and her proven ability on soft tracks is crucial. While facing a class rise, her rapid improvement and Jamie Kah's booking offset concerns.
Trapalanda brings solid consistency and a strong track/distance record to this race. His recent form is excellent with three placings from his last three starts. While carrying more weight than the top pick, he's proven at this class level and has the services of Craig Williams. A very strong chance.
Fisherman's Beach is an improving type with a significant weight advantage. His recent form is strong, including a win and a place from his last two starts. While facing a class rise and drawn wide, his lightweight and soft track ability make him a genuine contender.
While her recent form has been inconsistent, she has track experience and proven soft track ability. The top weight is a concern, but her track specialist status and potential for improvement make her an interesting longshot. Hannah Edgley's booking is a positive.
- 1st4I Am The EmpireRyan Houston$26.00
- 2nd7KarburanHarry Coffey$13.00
- 3rd2Elsie MayHannah Edgley$14.00
- 4th8TrapalandaCraig Williams$5.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | I Am The Empire | 4 | Ryan Houston | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Karburan | 6 | Harry Coffey | T Busuttin & N Young | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Elsie May | 13 | Hannah Edgley | C Maher | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Trapalanda | 9 | Craig Williams | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Wuddzz | 7 | Jamie Mott | Henry Dwyer | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 14 | Fisherman''s Beach | 14 | Thomas Prebble | A & S Freedman | 52kg | $3.70 |
| 7th | 10 | Gottabesavvy | 1 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Empress Of The Sun | 11 | Jamie Kah | C Maher | 54.5kg | $4.60 |
| 9th | 6 | Captain Electric | 2 | Ben Allen | Andrea Leek | 59kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Ferago | 8 | Jordyn Weatherley | P F Ryan | 59kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Galilaeus | 12 | Logan Bates | A & S Freedman | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Jaykayann | 3 | Ms J Kennedy | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Roaring Engine | 5 | Zac Spain | D T O''Brien | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Hanafubuki | 10 | Blake Shinn | T Busuttin & N Young | 55.5kg |
Sportsbet Same Race Multi (Bm70)
Well-weighted and suited by the track condition, this gelding has shown consistent improvement. The wide barrier is a concern, but with Jamie Kah aboard, there's confidence in overcoming this challenge.
Makdane brings strong consistent form into this race, with two recent wins. The booking of Craig Williams is a significant positive, and the gelding has proven ability on soft tracks. While facing a slight class rise, Makdane's recent performances suggest he's up to the task.
Zakouma is a lightly-raced improver with potential. Recent performances show promise, and the light weight is advantageous. While facing a class rise and unproven at Sandown-Hillside, the soft track should suit based on past performances. Jordan Childs' booking adds confidence.
Bavicia offers value as a track specialist with a win at Sandown-Hillside. The mare has shown ability on soft tracks and gets in with a competitive weight after Emily Pozman's claim. While form has been inconsistent, the return to a preferred track could spark improvement.
- 1st12SuperstockJoe Bowditch$31.00
- 2nd11MakdaneCraig Williams$3.20
- 3rd17ZakoumaJordan Childs$8.00
- 4th7Promised LandThomas Prebble$26.00
Full result · 15 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Superstock | 4 | Joe Bowditch | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Makdane | 13 | Craig Williams | M C Kent | 59.5kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 17 | Zakouma | 10 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Promised Land | 11 | Thomas Prebble | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Flossing | 1 | Ms J Kennedy | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Corona Lad | 12 | Jett Stanley | Nathan Dunn | 60.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Ruakaka Raider | 6 | Jamie Mott | Ms C Alderson | 60kg | $3.20 |
| 8th | 10 | Like A Tiger | 17 | Ryan Houston | Mathew Smerdon | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 16 | Bogues | 8 | Thomas Stockdale | Liam Howley | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Station One | 3 | Ms D Keane | Liam Howley | 58kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Bavicia | 2 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 12th | 14 | Rezone | 16 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 13th | 1 | Prix De Turn | 15 | Sheridan Clarke | Matthew Brown | 59kg | $201.00 |
| 14th | 5 | Blushing Tycoon | 9 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 60.5kg | $31.00 |
| 15th | 2 | Cawdor | 5 | Daniel Moor | T Busuttin & N Young | 61kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Pure Grunt | 7 | Daniel Stackhouse | K & K Keys | 61kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Speak | 14 | Jamie Kah | C Maher | 56kg |
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