Silver Bullet stands out as the top selection despite being unraced. Barrier 11 is advantageous on a heavy track at Sale. Trainer Charlotte Littlefield has a good record with debutants. The heavy track is a question mark, but breeding suggests it should handle the conditions.
Victoria · Thursday 31 July 2025
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Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Sale. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Vale Peta Tait Mdn Plate
The combination with top jockey Ben Melham is significant. The 58kg weight is suitable for heavy going, and barrier 9 should be fine in these conditions.
Patanjali rounds out the top three selections. Trainer Phillip Stokes is adept with first starters, and the advantageous barrier 10 combined with a light weight of 56kg should suit the heavy track conditions.
The wide barrier is a concern, but the heavy track could negate this disadvantage. The 58kg top weight is suitable for these conditions.
- 1st1Best Of The BestBen Melham$5.00
- 2nd3BradfordZac Spain$8.00
- 3rd9Wishful ThinkerJett Stanley$10.00
- 4th5King MaywinJordan Childs$12.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Best Of The Best | 9 | Ben Melham | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Bradford | 3 | Zac Spain | S P Nichols | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Wishful Thinker | 7 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 5 | King Maywin | 1 | Jordan Childs | G Eurell | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Godtfred Kirk | 13 | Daniel Stackhouse | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 6 | Parak | 12 | Luke Cartwright | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Off''n''gawn | 4 | Jacob Noonan | Jason Warren | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Biltmore | 8 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Sumaluv | 2 | Celine Gaudry | C Maher | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Silver Bullet | 11 | Brad Rawiller | Charlotte Littlefield | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 11th | 13 | Patanjali | 10 | Joe Bowditch | P Stokes | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 12th | 7 | Regal Definition | 6 | Jamie Mott | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 13th | 10 | Betty''s Impact | 15 | Daniel Moor | Tim Hughes | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 14th | 11 | Himalayan | 5 | Liam Riordan | E & D Browne | 56kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 15 | Flower Stomper | 14 | A & S Freedman | 58kg |
Sale Cup Save The Date 26th Oct Mdn Plate
Lightweight and likely fitness edge over main rivals. Wide barrier a concern but versatile running style should allow tactical options. Breeding suggests ability to handle heavy going.
Debutant drawn well with experienced jockey Luke Currie aboard. Likely to show early speed which is advantageous in heavy conditions. Weight suitable for a first starter. Main query is ability to handle heavy track without prior racing experience.
First starter from in-form Keys stable with Daniel Stackhouse booked to ride. Likely to have a fitness edge over some rivals. Wide barrier a significant concern but early speed could overcome this. Ability to handle heavy track the main unknown factor.
Consistent mare with recent placing and proven soft track ability. Drawn well with strong jockey/trainer combination. Main query is handling step up to heavy track, but breeding suggests it's within capabilities.
- 1st14Semelle RougeBeau Mertens$2.90
- 2nd8Highland DivaSally Wynne$26.00
- 3rd7GrassburnEthan Brown$10.00
- 4th1ChainsawCarleen Hefel$11.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | Semelle Rouge | 15 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 55kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 8 | Highland Diva | 1 | Sally Wynne | Susie Wells | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Grassburn | 10 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Chainsaw | 8 | Carleen Hefel | J R Welsh | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Ruby Harmony | 6 | Craig Newitt | Peter Gelagotis | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Frosted Blaze | 4 | Luke Currie | M M Laurie | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 17 | Gemofsixteencarats | 5 | Brad Rawiller | Logan McGill | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Champ''s Queen | 9 | Patrick Moloney | J F Moloney | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Power Of Money | 2 | Thomas Stockdale | Brad Cunningham | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Zwasp | 12 | Joe Bowditch | Shea Eden | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Winter Grace | 3 | Celine Gaudry | P Foster | 57.5kg | $201.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Ashoka Tano | 16 | Remi Tremsal | D Binaisse | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Sling That Stone | 18 | Daniel Stackhouse | K & K Keys | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Seeing Red | 19 | E Jusufovic | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Legacy Bel | 17 | R W Harrison | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | To Share | 13 | Luke Cartwright | E Jusufovic | 56kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Hollywoodboulevard | 20 | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Capital Grace | 14 | E & D Browne | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Humble Hero | 7 | Dylan Dunn | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Jewel Ben | 11 | M J Mehegan | 57.5kg |
Ladbrokes Owners Bonus Mdn Plate
The improving trend and good barrier draw are significant positives. While stepping up in distance and class, the gelding's recent performances suggest readiness for this challenge. The main concern is limited heavy track experience.
Kampor showed promise with a strong debut run, finishing third. The good barrier draw and suitable weight are positives. As a lightly-raced runner, there's potential for significant improvement. However, the lack of experience on heavy tracks and at this distance are concerns. Overall, a solid chance with room to progress.
The significant class drop is a major positive, and the gelding has shown ability on wet tracks. While first-up and drawn wide, the overall profile suggests a strong winning chance in this field.
Customer Service showed promise in its debut run, finishing fifth. The good barrier draw and potential for improvement as a lightly-raced runner are positives. The Payne/Rawiller combination adds confidence. However, inexperience and lack of heavy track form are significant concerns.
- 1st8ZoussentialCraig Newitt$19.00
- 2nd5Lots To LoveJett Stanley$15.00
- 3rd1Ask The CaptainThomas Stockdale$9.00
- 4th2ChronicZac Spain$3.30
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Zoussential | 19 | Craig Newitt | K & K Keys | 59.5kg | $19.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Lots To Love | 10 | Jett Stanley | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Ask The Captain | 8 | Thomas Stockdale | E P Francese | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Chronic | 2 | Zac Spain | M E Templeton | 59.5kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 7 | The Pen Is Mighty | 4 | Jamie Mott | Ms C Alderson | 59.5kg | $3.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Manhattan Empire | 9 | Adam Mc Cabe | Michael Trotter | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Cole | 11 | Jordan Childs | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Sparkels Dior | 7 | Eliza Lloyd | Julius Sandhu | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Kampor | 3 | Daniel Moor | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Marlin | 15 | Liam Riordan | Paul Worthington | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Lovenne | 13 | Celine Gaudry | Ms R Kelly | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Russian Nights | 6 | Patrick Moloney | J T Conlan | 57kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Hot Too Go | 12 | D T O''Brien | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Areaan | 1 | C I Brown | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Urubula | 17 | C Maher | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Isalot | 16 | Dylan Dunn | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Double Dah | 18 | Karen Rolland | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Customer Service | 5 | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Just Dance | 14 | I M Pankhurst | 59.5kg |
Laurels Function Centre Mdn Plate
He has proven ability on soft and heavy tracks, which is crucial for today's conditions. The combination with in-form jockey Jye McNeil is a significant positive. While yet to break his maiden, this looks a winnable race for him.
The inside barrier draw is advantageous in these heavy conditions, and experienced jockey Adam McCabe is a positive. While yet to win and carrying top weight, Marquisard's recent form suggests he's ready to break through.
The advantageous barrier draw and weight relief compared to the top picks are positives.
Windy Peak offers value based on her recent placing on a heavy track and experience at this distance. The weight relief compared to the top picks is advantageous. While her form has been inconsistent and she's drawn wide, there's potential for improvement in these conditions.
- 1st8IzolaBeau Mertens$9.50
- 2nd1Clydebank RobberSally Wynne$16.00
- 3rd5Siege PerilousJye Mc Neil$2.05
- 4th6Willie SunshineBen Melham$5.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Izola | 4 | Beau Mertens | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Clydebank Robber | 3 | Sally Wynne | Susie Wells | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Siege Perilous | 8 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 59.5kg | $2.05 |
| 4th | 6 | Willie Sunshine | 13 | Ben Melham | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Cowarrie | 5 | Thomas Prebble | D T O''Brien | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Windy Peak | 11 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Girl From Oz | 10 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Marquisard | 2 | Adam Mc Cabe | Phillip Cafarella | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Shindy | 12 | Craig Newitt | Peter Gelagotis | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Teleconference | 6 | Zac Spain | Shea Eden | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Omamori | 9 | T Busuttin & N Young | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Smart Madam | 14 | Tim Hughes | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Garnet Bay | 7 | T Kilgower | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Miss Darkside | 1 | T Kilgower | 57.5kg |
Carlton Draught (Bm64)
West Indies presents as the top selection, dropping significantly in class from recent runs. His consistent form, including a win and place in his last three starts, coupled with proven soft track ability, makes him well-suited to today's conditions. The gelding's tactical speed should allow him to overcome the wider barrier and secure a forward position.
The Storyteller is a strong second pick, boasting a win over course and distance. His consistent form and suitability to weight-for-age conditions are significant positives. The inside barrier draw is advantageous on this track. While carrying top weight, his proven ability to handle it and tactical versatility make him a serious contender.
Clinched rounds out the top three selections with improving form and proven soft track ability. While the wide barrier is a concern, his ability to perform on soft tracks and current form trajectory make him a solid contender in this field.
Despite a declining form trend, her strong place record and competitive weight make her an interesting prospect.
- 1st8NothingelsemattersBeau Mertens$7.00
- 2nd4PerfettoEthan Brown$11.00
- 3rd1The StorytellerDaniel Stackhouse$2.70
- 4th2West IndiesCraig Newitt$9.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Nothingelsematters | 1 | Beau Mertens | Ms N Burke | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Perfetto | 10 | Ethan Brown | T Busuttin & N Young | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | The Storyteller | 3 | Daniel Stackhouse | J Leek Jnr | 62kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 2 | West Indies | 7 | Craig Newitt | M W Walker | 61kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 10 | In Your Hands | 8 | Luke Cartwright | Andrea Leek | 53kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Thundering Falcon | 9 | Thomas Prebble | D T O''Brien | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Clinched | 15 | Brad Rawiller | Ms A Bence | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Mr Tadashi | 13 | Jamie Mott | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Engeline | 5 | Luke Currie | Nick Ryan | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Stella Cantante | 14 | Sage Duric | N J Harnett | 51.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Golden Hips | 11 | Thomas Stockdale | Jason Warren | 59kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Quafftide | 6 | Matthew Brown | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Mana Combat | 2 | S B Laming | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Mrs Gossip | 12 | K E Horobin | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Sweet Liaison | 4 | N J Harnett | 54kg |
Fantasy Cocktails (Bm64)
Sioux Spirit presents as the top selection with consistent recent form, including two wins from her last five starts. With proven soft track form and a solid record at this distance, she looks well-placed to overcome the wide barrier and slight class rise.
Grinzinger Love is a strong second pick with consistent recent form, including two wins from her last five starts. Her perfect record on soft tracks is a significant advantage, and she's well-drawn to utilize her forward running style. While facing a slight class rise, her competitive weight and soft track ability make her a serious contender.
The good barrier draw and light weight are advantages, but she faces a significant class rise. With only two career starts, there's potential for further improvement, making her an intriguing value proposition in this field.
- 1st8Gentle SteelJamie Mott$8.50
- 2nd11Diamond IndarufLiam Riordan$6.00
- 3rd6Crickets ChirpingJett Stanley$51.00
- 4th5Walter SpurJoe Bowditch$8.50
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Gentle Steel | 3 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Diamond Indaruf | 9 | Liam Riordan | Matthew Brown | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Crickets Chirping | 7 | Jett Stanley | E & D Browne | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Walter Spur | 16 | Joe Bowditch | Gavin Bedggood | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 1 | Sioux Spirit | 12 | Thomas Stockdale | Jerome Hunter | 61kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Miss Cotoletta | 13 | Daniel Stackhouse | Jason Warren | 57kg | $3.40 |
| 7th | 4 | Raven''s Silver | 1 | Adam Mc Cabe | A W Noonan | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Grinzinger Love | 11 | Zac Spain | D T O''Brien | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Aquilion Girl | 10 | Tatum Bull | Craig Anderson | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 15 | Master Of Chant | 15 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | R C Manning | 51kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 14 | I''m Cheeky | 14 | Sally Wynne | W J Wood | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 16 | Arroance | 4 | Nathan Punch | R C Manning | 54kg | $201.00 |
| 13th | 12 | The Great Bratski | 2 | Jade Da Rose | Christine Sexton | 54kg | $81.00 |
| 14th | 7 | De La Rocha | 6 | Lauren Burke | D J Cave | 54kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | White Bear | 5 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Do It Now | 8 | Luke Oliver | 56.5kg |
Ladbrokes Form Genius (Bm64)
Vianarra presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including multiple placings in higher grade races. The significant class drop and favorable weight make Vianarra a strong winning chance.
The mare has proven ability on soft tracks and at this distance. While the wide barrier is a concern, her overall profile suggests she will be competitive in this race.
Justdoit rounds out the top three selections with consistent recent form and proven ability at both the distance and on soft tracks. While the wide barrier and class rise are concerns, the mare's overall profile and favorable weight make her a strong contender in this field.
With recent winning form and proven ability at both the distance and on soft tracks, the gelding has potential to outperform expectations. The favorable barrier draw further enhances his chances in this competitive field.
- 1st13Papal ArmyLiam Riordan$19.00
- 2nd2BattagliaKoby Jennings$13.00
- 3rd12Chambers BayZac Spain$51.00
- 4th1I Am WarDaniel Moor$20.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Papal Army | 9 | Liam Riordan | E & D Browne | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Battaglia | 14 | Koby Jennings | Brett Scott | 60kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Chambers Bay | 1 | Zac Spain | M C Watts | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 1 | I Am War | 12 | Daniel Moor | T J Andrews | 62.5kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Vianarra | 2 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 9 | Amaretto Sour | 3 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Grinzinger Earl | 4 | Brad Rawiller | Shea Eden | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 3 | Justdoit | 15 | Ben Melham | Luke Oliver | 60kg | $3.40 |
| 9th | 14 | Vistetto | 6 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Shezasmokey | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Walk Of Fame | 13 | Jordan Childs | D T O''Brien | 58.5kg | $3.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Powerful Torque | 17 | David & Coral Feek | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Gamegirl | 11 | R W Harrison | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Disturbia | 16 | E & D Browne | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Angel Of The Sea | 7 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Smoke ''n'' Oakum | 5 | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Longift | 8 | B & J Purcell | 55kg |
Gippsland Funeral Services (Bm64)
Maxxi Bon brings strong recent form, finishing 2nd last start on a heavy track. Has a solid record on soft going and consistently places at this distance. Well-weighted and should get a good run despite the wide draw. Looks the one to beat in this field.
Taka Speed is coming off an impressive maiden win and looks well-suited to soft conditions. While facing a class rise, the gelding has potential for improvement and carries a favorable weight. The main question is whether he can handle the step up in distance and class.
The significant class drop is a big positive, and he's drawn well in barrier 4. The main concerns are his ability to run out the distance and his lack of heavy track form, but he looks a strong contender.
While his soft track record is a concern, he's a consistent performer who's proven at the distance and drops in class. The good barrier draw should allow him to settle in a favorable position.
- 1st13Maxxi BonBen Allen$5.00
- 2nd7Taka SpeedJacob Noonan$4.00
- 3rd5Another NephewLuke Currie$10.00
- 4th1ColleaguesThomas Prebble$31.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Maxxi Bon | 13 | Ben Allen | Ms W Kelly | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Taka Speed | 9 | Jacob Noonan | M M Laurie | 59.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Another Nephew | 11 | Luke Currie | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Colleagues | 6 | Thomas Prebble | Ms K Durden | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Shezavixen | 1 | Ben Melham | R D Griffiths | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Salsita | 7 | Zac Spain | E & D Browne | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Tabor | 10 | Beau Mertens | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Fields Of Courage | 15 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 4 | Absolute Deel | 8 | Koby Jennings | G B Andrews | 60kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Royal Hill | 4 | Daniel Moor | T J Andrews | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 15 | French Class | 2 | Joe Bowditch | Shea Eden | 57kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Red On Red | 16 | John Pascoe | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | The Englishman | 12 | J Leek Jnr | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Zakouma | 5 | G M Begg | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Mon Etoile | 17 | E & D Browne | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Cudmore Street | 3 | Ms A Bence | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Norma''s Fleet | 14 | Kerry Farrugia | 54kg |
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