Comradeship looks well-placed to make a winning debut. The advantageous barrier and likely midfield position in a fast-paced race should suit. The first-up tongue tie suggests connections are confident.
Victoria · Friday 1 August 2025
Cranbourne tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Cranbourne. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Last Stylebender brings strong consistent form and soft track ability. Likely to lead from barrier 1, which could be crucial if the inside holds up. Strong chance to break through for a maiden win.
Express Barbie has several factors in her favor for a strong debut. The midfield position in a fast race should suit, and the gear changes suggest readiness. The Moody/Melham combination is potent.
The blinkers off could spark improvement.
- 1st2Last StylebenderCarleen Hefel$3.50
- 2nd10WrenleeJye Mc Neil$5.50
- 3rd9ComradeshipM J Dee$4.00
- 4th5Golden VaderPatrick Moloney$31.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Last Stylebender | 1 | Carleen Hefel | J R Welsh | 59.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 10 | Wrenlee | 7 | Jye Mc Neil | J F Moloney | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Comradeship | 6 | M J Dee | E Jusufovic | 57kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Golden Vader | 9 | Patrick Moloney | J T Conlan | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Bold Suitor | 3 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Express Barbie | 10 | Ben Melham | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 3 | Allcome Tycoon | 12 | Joe Bowditch | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Hoff Is Enuff | 8 | Liam Riordan | K & K Keys | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Romanticism | 13 | Logan Bates | A & S Freedman | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Let''s Recover | 14 | Jamie Mott | Colin Scott | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Trojan''s Princess | 11 | Bailey Kinninmont | P Foster | 54.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Igotmymindonyou | 15 | Thomas Stockdale | Shane Stockdale | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Highland Belle | 4 | John Keating | Saab Hasan | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Tuxedo Miss | 5 | Declan Bates | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Swing Your Magic | 16 | Dominic Sutton | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Tensile | 2 | N G Eades | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Heartattack Jack | 17 | Celine Gaudry | D J Walkley | 59.5kg |
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Recent form is strong, and the soft track should suit. Ben Melham is a quality jockey booking. While barrier 2 is slightly disadvantageous, the overall profile suggests a strong winning chance.
The soft track should suit, and the class drop is favorable. While unproven at the distance, the overall profile indicates a strong place chance with win potential.
California Flyer offers consistency and proven ability at the track and distance. While yet to break through for a win, the overall profile suggests a strong place chance in this field.
The soft track should suit, and Craig Newitt is a positive jockey booking.
- 1st12ExpulsionBen Melham$2.00
- 2nd6Flash AliceDaniel Stackhouse$10.00
- 3rd3San JuanLuke Currie$51.00
- 4th11HighstrungEthan Brown$5.50
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Expulsion | 2 | Ben Melham | A & S Freedman | 55kg | $2.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Flash Alice | 13 | Daniel Stackhouse | P Stokes | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | San Juan | 8 | Luke Currie | Clayton Douglas | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Highstrung | 3 | Ethan Brown | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 10 | Weightless | 16 | Craig Newitt | M W Ryan | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Phineas | 19 | Ben Allen | C W McDonald | 59.5kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 8 | Giggenbach | 10 | Jye Mc Neil | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Yankee Beau | 7 | M J Dee | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Double Dah | 11 | Jacob Noonan | Karen Rolland | 59.5kg | $301.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Popeye | 9 | Carleen Hefel | E Jusufovic | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Colour Circle | 14 | Brian McGrath | 59.5kg | $101.00 | |
| 12th | 5 | California Flyer | 4 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 13th | 16 | Flavius | 6 | Daniel Moor | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Bella Gisella | 17 | Thomas Stockdale | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Gee And Tee | 5 | Jordan Childs | R D Griffiths | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Sheez Elegant | 18 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Surperb Frost | 12 | M J Mehegan | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Night Beauty | 1 | Jason Evans | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Swift Vintage | 15 | Chris Diplock | 57.5kg |
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His soft track ability and weight advantage are significant positives. The step up to 1600m is the main query, but his running style suggests it should suit.
Wondering Spirit has been knocking on the door with consistent placings. The drop back from 2000m to 1600m should suit, and the good barrier draw gives options. Daniel Moor is a strong jockey booking. The main concern is the lack of soft track form, but overall form suggests he should be competitive.
Morisu Ojo showed promise with a solid 4th place last start. The light weight and booking of Ben Melham are significant positives. As a lightly raced 3-year-old filly, there's potential for improvement. The wide barrier is a concern, but with her light weight, she may be able to overcome it. Lack of soft track form is the main query.
While yet to win, he has been consistently placing and has experience at the distance. The inside barrier draw is advantageous on a soft track. Jamie Mott is an experienced jockey who knows the horse well.
- 1st8Xtra RushEthan Brown$2.70
- 2nd7Wondering SpiritDaniel Moor$6.00
- 3rd13Emperor TzuBen Allen$3.00
- 4th6LarryoctaneJamie Mott$14.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Xtra Rush | 14 | Ethan Brown | Richard Laming | 59.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 7 | Wondering Spirit | 4 | Daniel Moor | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Emperor Tzu | 9 | Ben Allen | C Maher | 57kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Larryoctane | 1 | Jamie Mott | Luke Oliver | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 18 | Best On Ground | 5 | Luke Currie | Vincent Hall | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Pari Moi | 2 | Hannah Edgley | E Jusufovic | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Just Dance | 3 | Carleen Hefel | I M Pankhurst | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 19 | Askmumaskdad | 11 | Craig Anderson | 59.5kg | $21.00 | |
| 9th | 9 | Almago | 15 | Jye Mc Neil | M C Kent | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 17 | Prince Of Yulungah | 7 | Adam Mc Cabe | M E Templeton | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Greytest Showman | 12 | Koby Jennings | Luke Oliver | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 15 | He''saraider | 10 | Jordyn Weatherley | Ms R Mangan | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 13th | 10 | Bluey''s Girl | 13 | Liam Riordan | Ms B Dunn | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| 14th | 20 | Midnight Loot | 16 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | Peter Ioannou | 56.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Ask Your Mother | 19 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Aussie Adaptor | 20 | Zac Spain | Jason Warren | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Gratification | 17 | Thomas Stockdale | C Maher | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Fern Frenzy | 8 | Sheridan Clarke | Ms J Beriman | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Morisu Ojo | 18 | Ben Melham | C Maher | 55kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Archer''sheart | 6 | D E Dean | 59.5kg |
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Kiwi Harmony presents as a well-prepared debutant from a top stable. The advantageous barrier draw and gear additions (ear muffs, lugging bit, nose roll) suggest readiness. Ben Melham's booking is a strong positive, and the Moody/Coleman stable excels with first-starters.
Lovecats drops significantly in class and returns with winkers added. The Hayes stable and jockey Daniel Stackhouse form a potent combination. While unproven on soft tracks, the inside draw and gear change suggest improvement is likely first-up.
The filly has proven ability on soft tracks and maintains a consistent class level. While drawn wide, her strong finishing ability could overcome the barrier disadvantage.
Catalona offers value as an unraced runner from the in-form Archie Alexander stable. The advantageous barrier and booking of top jockey Jye McNeil suggest connections are confident. While lacking exposed form, the potential early speed could be advantageous on this track.
- 1st1Brilliant HorizonJacob Noonan$10.00
- 2nd6Kiwi HarmonyBen Melham$2.40
- 3rd8SassidoraCraig Newitt$16.00
- 4th12Zou DollJoe Bowditch$10.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Brilliant Horizon | 6 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Kiwi Harmony | 5 | Ben Melham | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 8 | Sassidora | 2 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Zou Doll | 11 | Joe Bowditch | P Stokes | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Lovecats | 3 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Catalona | 4 | Jye Mc Neil | Archie Alexander | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Servenia | 9 | Patrick Moloney | C I Brown | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Empress Jupiter | 7 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Superliv | 10 | Ben Allen | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57kg | $4.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Censori | 1 | Zac Spain | D T O''Brien | 57kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Himalayan | 8 | Liam Riordan | E & D Browne | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Washington Lilac | 12 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg |
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Well-weighted and likely to get a good run from barrier 9, this lightly-raced mare should be suited by the expected fast tempo. The soft track is a query, but her class edge and potential for improvement make her the top selection.
Illuminance brings consistent form and a strong place record to this race.
Andiamo Rosso comes into this race with recent good form, including a 3rd place finish last start. A proven soft track performer with a strong record at the distance, he should be competitive despite the class rise. The experienced Ben Allen in the saddle is a plus, though the barrier and weight are slight negatives.
Murmullo presents as an interesting value proposition, coming off a last-start win and drawing well in barrier 3.
- 1st4IlluminanceBeau Mertens$4.20
- 2nd5Empire Of PainJordan Childs$7.50
- 3rd6AdelanteDaniel Moor$3.70
- 4th2Andiamo RossoBen Allen$8.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Illuminance | 4 | Beau Mertens | Julius Sandhu | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 5 | Empire Of Pain | 9 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Adelante | 12 | Daniel Moor | M W Walker | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 2 | Andiamo Rosso | 8 | Ben Allen | Ms W Kelly | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Nic''s Choice | 1 | Sheridan Clarke | J F Moloney | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Never A Thought | 11 | Jamie Mott | Colin Scott | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 11 | Standupandfight | 6 | John Keating | Grant & Peter Dalziel | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Everett | 7 | Carleen Hefel | E Jusufovic | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Red Line Fever | 10 | Jordyn Weatherley | Carly Thomas | 54.5kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Hionado | 5 | Joe Bowditch | Simon Zahra | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Murmullo | 3 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Kimono | 2 | Dominic Sutton | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Think I''m Divine | 13 | Logan Bates | R J Besanko | 55kg |
RMBL Investments Rising Stars Race (Bm64)
Always Hapi presents as the top selection with consistent form, proven soft track ability, and a favorable weight and barrier draw. The gelding's recent performances indicate readiness for a peak run, and the conditions align well with its strengths. While stepping up slightly in class, the overall profile suggests a strong winning chance.
Fridge Monster shows promising form progression and has a strong affinity for soft tracks. The light weight and suitable barrier draw further enhance its chances. While facing a class test and distance query, the improving profile and conditions suggest a competitive showing is likely.
Angel Of The Sea brings consistent form and receives a significant weight advantage. The barrier draw and gear change are positives, potentially offsetting the lack of soft track experience. While facing a class test, the overall profile suggests potential for improvement and a competitive performance.
While recent form is a concern, the slight class rise and potential for improvement make it an intriguing longshot.
- 1st13Fridge MonsterSheridan Clarke$6.50
- 2nd4Always HapiSheridan Clarke$4.00
- 3rd2MisoHannah Edgley$21.00
- 4th1MasterfulZoe Waller$9.50
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Fridge Monster | 7 | Sheridan Clarke | D Binaisse | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Always Hapi | 4 | Sheridan Clarke | V L Malady | 59kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Miso | 15 | Hannah Edgley | Daniel Bowman | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Masterful | 6 | Zoe Waller | E Jusufovic | 60.5kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Adrett | 18 | Sarah Field | J Leek Jnr | 54.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Naval Force | 14 | Ryan Houston | Andrew Payne | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Hotinherre | 17 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54.5kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Angel Of The Sea | 10 | Luke Cartwright | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54.5kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 3 | Gwan So | 8 | Beau Treloar | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Barrington Manor | 12 | Jordyn Weatherley | Logan McGill | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Cheeky Blinders | 1 | Sage Duric | Daniel Williams | 51kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Flying Ace | 9 | Logan Bates | Jack Laing | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Vistetto | 3 | Thomas Prebble | C J Waller | 57kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Miss Trustful | 13 | Ms D Keane | C Maher | 54kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Sotomayor | 16 | M M Laurie | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Dudance | 2 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | Nathan McPherson | 51kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Aseventy Seven | 11 | E & D Browne | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Joon Ho | 5 | Ms D Keane | A W Noonan | 52.5kg |
A Touch Of Glass Group (Bm64)
Eye For An Eye presents as the top selection with consistent form, proven soft track ability, and an ideal weight-barrier combination for today's conditions. While stepping up in class, the horse's recent performances suggest readiness for the challenge. The soft track and distance suit, making it a strong contender.
Everything Counts brings class and consistency to the race, with a strong record at the distance. The recent form is encouraging, and Zac Spain's familiarity with the horse is a plus. However, the combination of top weight, poor soft track form, and wide barrier present significant challenges.
Placentia Bay comes in fresh and fit, with a strong record at the distance. The class drop is significant, and the jockey-trainer combination adds confidence. However, the lack of soft track form and wide barrier are concerns.
Vegas On Fire presents as a value selection primarily due to her strong soft track record and lightweight. While recent form is a concern, the mare has a consistent record at the distance and could improve significantly under today's conditions.
- 1st1Everything CountsZac Spain$4.60
- 2nd13Vegas On FireSam Kennedy Roessling$7.00
- 3rd5Eye For An EyeDaniel Stackhouse$2.20
- 4th14DiamandaLauren Burke$9.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Everything Counts | 13 | Zac Spain | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 61.5kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 13 | Vegas On Fire | 5 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | Shawn Mathrick | 52kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Eye For An Eye | 6 | Daniel Stackhouse | J Leek Jnr | 58kg | $2.20 |
| 4th | 14 | Diamanda | 2 | Lauren Burke | M T Binney | 51.5kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Tight Grip | 4 | Ryan Houston | N G Eades | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Preservator | 3 | Celine Gaudry | K J Fythe | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Ozzy The Equaliser | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Denis Pagan | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Mon Etoile | 9 | Liam Riordan | E & D Browne | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Star Canto | 12 | Daniel Moor | C Maher | 56kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Placentia Bay | 1 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Emmcee | 15 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Mockridge | 11 | Koby Jennings | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Chilly Charlie | 14 | Thomas Stockdale | C Maher | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Your Temptation | 8 | Jacques Luxe | R J Meunier | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Salsita | 7 | E & D Browne | 59.5kg |
Settlers Run (Bm64)
Brier presents as the top selection with consistent form, a significant class drop, and proven soft track ability. The booking of Emily Pozman is a positive, and despite the wide barrier and topweight, the horse's class edge in this field should be decisive. First-up record adds confidence.
Martial Music is a consistent performer with a strong record at the distance and on soft tracks. The 1.5kg claim helps offset the topweight, and the inside barrier could be an advantage if the horse jumps well. While coming back in distance is a slight concern, overall form suggests a competitive run.
Hustle In Heels is well-placed to run a strong race fresh. The lightweight and inside barrier draw are significant advantages, and Jamie Mott's booking is a positive. While facing a class rise, the horse's fresh form and tactical advantages make it a strong contender.
The weight relief and booking of Ms D Keane are positives, and the horse's soft track ability suits conditions.
- 1st1Martial MusicLuke Cartwright$4.80
- 2nd11Steamy MistBen Allen$12.00
- 3rd10Room For BingoRemi Tremsal$17.00
- 4th12PlaylistJordan Childs$4.20
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Martial Music | 1 | Luke Cartwright | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 61.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 11 | Steamy Mist | 8 | Ben Allen | M M Laurie | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Room For Bingo | 6 | Remi Tremsal | Ms R Waymouth | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Playlist | 10 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 15 | Friendzoned | 11 | Jett Stanley | Jason Warren | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Daella | 5 | Jacob Noonan | C I Brown | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 17 | Flip The Switch | 7 | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 55.5kg | $71.00 | |
| 8th | 7 | Jungle Sensation | 4 | Ms D Keane | Richard Laming | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Not Enough Effort | 2 | Sage Duric | Ms S Trolove | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Brier | 9 | Emily Pozman | E Jusufovic | 59kg | $3.80 |
| Scr | 4 | Commands Success | 13 | Lauren Burke | Dwayne Reid | 58kg | |
| Scr | 5 | The Carillo | 14 | Daniel Stackhouse | Chris Calthorpe | 60kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Furosshi | 15 | Beau Mertens | Gavin Bedggood | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Hustle In Heels | 3 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 58kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Star Rapper | 12 | Craig Newitt | Nick Ryan | 59kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Fitzalan | 16 | Zac Spain | Jason Warren | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Brooklyn Baby | 17 | M Sell | 55.5kg |
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