The inside barrier draw and booking of top jockey Damian Lane are strong positives. While unplaced in previous starts, the easier company should see marked improvement.
Victoria · Monday 4 August 2025
Ballarat Synthetic tips and results
Our top pick won 5 of 9 races at Ballarat Synthetic. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Porter Plant Mdn Plate
Blacklip presents as an improved prospect first-up since gelding. The addition of blinkers and a tongue tie suggests readiness, while the Nick Ryan/Declan Bates combination is potent. Likely to lead or be prominent, which suits the track. Limited exposed form is the main query.
Molveno represents an unknown quantity but hails from the in-form McEvoy stable. Gear additions suggest readiness to perform, while the light weight is advantageous. Harry Coffey's booking adds confidence. The wide draw is a concern, but overall profile suggests a competitive showing.
The inside barrier is a significant advantage, while the class drop from Open to Maiden level should see improvement. The long break between runs is a concern, but overall profile suggests potential for a surprise showing.
- 1st7OlatundeDamian Lane$1.35
- 2nd5Flower StomperJohn Allen$15.00
- 3rd9Angelos$26.00
- 4th10Fast ''n'' InzaineZac Spain$11.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Olatunde | 2 | Damian Lane | T Fitzsimmons | 58kg | $1.35 |
| 2nd | 5 | Flower Stomper | 6 | John Allen | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Angelos | 3 | Andrew Noblet | 56kg | $26.00 | |
| 4th | 10 | Fast ''n'' Inzaine | 5 | Zac Spain | C Maher | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Bush Battle | 1 | T Ladd | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Burn For You | 9 | E J Walsh | Matthew Cumani | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Blacklip | 7 | Declan Bates | Nick Ryan | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Magick Media | 8 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 58kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Ammo | 4 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Punic War | 12 | Jacob Noonan | S J Richards | 58kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Heavenly Conquest | 10 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 56kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Molveno | 11 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 56kg |
Global Turf Mdn Plate
Well-suited to synthetic tracks and carries a favorable weight. Despite the slightly wide barrier, the mare's recent form and track suitability make her a strong contender for the win.
The advantageous barrier draw and experienced jockey Damian Lane boost her chances. While yet to break through for a win, her recent performances suggest she's ready to challenge for victory in this race.
Fondled, as a first starter, presents unknown potential. The booking of quality jockey John Allen and trainer Andrew Noblet's good form are positive indicators. While the lack of race experience is a concern, the neutral barrier draw and potential for improvement make Fondled a worthy consideration.
The experienced Harry Coffey in the saddle is a plus.
- 1st10Missile GirlDamian Lane$2.45
- 2nd5FondledJohn Allen$2.70
- 3rd1Planet MarsCraig Newitt$8.50
- 4th4Dolce D''amourDeclan Bates$16.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Missile Girl | 4 | Damian Lane | Reece Goodwin | 57.5kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 5 | Fondled | 6 | John Allen | Andrew Noblet | 57.5kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 1 | Planet Mars | 5 | Craig Newitt | M Croston & G Gilmour | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Dolce D''amour | 2 | Declan Bates | Andrew Bobbin | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Humble Hero | 9 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | Dylan Dunn | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Hi Tiago | 11 | Zac Spain | Yoshitomo Shima | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 14 | Coldstream | 8 | Ryan Hurdle | P Koumis | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Long Hill Lady | 1 | Amy Herrmann | Jamie Barry | 57.5kg | $201.00 |
| 9th | 6 | French Love | 14 | E J Walsh | Ms A Blackburn | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Aring | 3 | Teodore Nugent | Rhys Archard | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Brutalism | 13 | Zac Spain | S P Nichols | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Gold Medallist | 12 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Please Me Do | 7 | D E Dean | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Snowball | 10 | Harry Coffey | Andrew Noblet | 57.5kg |
Brandt Mdn Plate
The inside barrier draw and addition of winkers should provide an edge. While the long break is a concern, the strong underlying ability makes this mare the top selection.
Nostro Roccia showed promise in his debut run and should improve with the addition of blinkers and a tongue tie. The inside barrier draw is a significant advantage. While inexperienced, this colt has potential for further improvement.
Shay's Way has shown consistent improvement and performs well at this track and distance. The wide barrier is a concern, but the mare's strong recent form and suitability for the conditions make her a solid second choice.
The consistent placings in previous starts and recent gelding operation suggest potential for improvement.
- 1st3Vagabond Hero$9.00
- 2nd14GarfieldCraig Atkinson$201.00
- 3rd1Call Me PhilRyan Hurdle$21.00
- 4th12Nostro RocciaCraig Newitt$6.50
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Vagabond Hero | 6 | Thomas Conlan | 59.5kg | $9.00 | |
| 2nd | 14 | Garfield | 10 | Craig Atkinson | Ms H White | 59.5kg | $201.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Call Me Phil | 13 | Ryan Hurdle | Damien Hunter | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Nostro Roccia | 1 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Wherewithal | 3 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 57.5kg | $1.85 |
| 6th | 7 | One Way Ride | 2 | Jacob Noonan | Rachael Cunningham | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Infer | 7 | Paul Gatt | Tammy Birnie | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Coastal Whispers | 4 | Tom Dabernig | 57.5kg | $101.00 | |
| 9th | 6 | Myers Delight | 5 | Zac Spain | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 10th | 4 | I''m A Delight | 12 | Amy Herrmann | Jamie Barry | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Couldbetracy | 8 | D P Dwyer | 57.5kg | $201.00 | |
| 12th | 8 | Secret Fortune | 9 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Lady Of Steel | 14 | Cian Macredmond | Shay Keating | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Shay''s Way | 11 | Declan Bates | W Morrissey | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Stellar Madame | 15 | Chris Calthorpe | 57.5kg |
Eureka Concrete Mdn Plate
En Mer has shown consistent improvement, with strong placings in recent starts. Well-suited to the 2100m distance and has performed well on synthetic tracks. Drawn favorably in barrier 8 for a midfield position.
Triple Oh is showing promising form with recent placings. The mare gets in well at the weights and should be suited by the predicted race tempo. While the wide barrier is a concern, her improving form and weight advantage make her a strong contender. The step up in distance is a query but her racing pattern suggests she'll handle it.
The gelding is well-drawn and should get a good run from barrier 3. The drop in class is significant and could be the key to breaking through for a win. While yet to win, his placings show potential and the synthetic surface should suit.
Spot The Grey is showing signs of improvement with recent placings. The gear change to winkers could sharpen him up. While the wide barrier is a concern, he has shown ability to overcome similar draws.
- 1st12Triple OhBeau Mertens$3.20
- 2nd3Dance And ShoutS V Brown$18.00
- 3rd13Blue Jean Queen$61.00
- 4th11Instinctive SpiritZac Spain$21.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Triple Oh | 12 | Beau Mertens | Tom Dabernig | 57.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 3 | Dance And Shout | 11 | S V Brown | S Fliedner | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Blue Jean Queen | 6 | Daniel Kelly | 57.5kg | $61.00 | |
| 4th | 11 | Instinctive Spirit | 14 | Zac Spain | Rhys Archard | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 4 | En Mer | 8 | Craig Newitt | Nick Ryan | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Reward The Crown | 1 | Lucinda Doodt | Brian Lawlor | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Just Landed | 3 | Jarrod Fry | Erin Maher | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Lord Fox | 7 | John Allen | Andrew Noblet | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Spot The Grey | 13 | Joe Bowditch | Anthony Cosgriff | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Bebe''s Legacy | 4 | Declan Bates | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Miss Darkside | 9 | J Webb | T Kilgower | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Archer''sheart | 2 | D E Dean | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Calgary Flyer | 10 | Dan O''Sullivan | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Plastic Dreams | 15 | Jacob Noonan | P Kearney | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Garnet Bay | 5 | Paul Gatt | T Kilgower | 57.5kg |
McGrath Ballarat (Bm64)
Well-weighted and proven on synthetic surfaces, the gelding should be suited by the likely moderate tempo. The Archie Alexander and Declan Bates combination adds further confidence. While facing a slight class rise, Edzel's overall profile makes him the top selection.
Quite The Lass presents a strong case as the second pick, benefiting from a class drop and showing an improving form trend. The main concerns are the weight carried and lack of experience at this distance.
Outcaster rounds out the top three selections with consistent recent form and a proven record at the distance. Well-weighted and with a strong jockey booking in Joe Bowditch, this mare has solid claims. The slight class rise and wide barrier are concerns, but overall profile suggests she can be competitive.
With a strong synthetic track record and recent good performance at this track and distance, there's potential for improvement. The significant class rise is a concern, but the mare's synthetic prowess and proven ability at the trip make her an interesting value proposition.
- 1st2Kentucky NickCian Macredmond$6.00
- 2nd6BismarckTom Madden$41.00
- 3rd5Quite The LassHarry Coffey$3.50
- 4th4OutcasterJoe Bowditch$7.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Kentucky Nick | 4 | Cian Macredmond | T & C McEvoy | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Bismarck | 3 | Tom Madden | P Kearney | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Quite The Lass | 7 | Harry Coffey | Reece Goodwin | 57.5kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Outcaster | 9 | Joe Bowditch | Rachael Cunningham | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Where Ya Bean | 10 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | Tyson Barton | 53kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Serin | 2 | Melissa Julius | Joanne Mugavin | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Vino Corona | 8 | Thomas Carberry | 54kg | $9.00 | |
| 8th | 3 | Edzel | 1 | Declan Bates | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | $2.90 |
| Scr | 1 | Star Blazer | 6 | Justin W Stanley | D J McCarthy | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Odyssey Arrow | 5 | Sheridan Clarke | P Koumis | 54kg |
Manhari (Bm64)
El Pibe De Oro has been racing consistently and has a strong affinity for this track. While facing a slight class rise, his recent form and favorable barrier draw make him a strong contender.
His strong first-up record and overall win rate are positives, but he'll need to overcome the top weight and wide barrier. The class drop and quality make him a serious contender despite these challenges.
Supervise brings strong recent form and a solid track/distance record into this race. The consistent performances and ability to handle synthetic surfaces make him the top selection.
While recent form has been inconsistent, the class drop and light weight give him a chance to improve.
- 1st3El Pibe De OroDeclan Bates$4.00
- 2nd9WhitsonHarry Coffey$6.50
- 3rd10The BontCian Macredmond$51.00
- 4th7El SaltoSam Kennedy Roessling$12.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | El Pibe De Oro | 2 | Declan Bates | Nick Ryan | 60.5kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Whitson | 6 | Harry Coffey | Mitchell Freedman | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | The Bont | 10 | Cian Macredmond | Shay Keating | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 7 | El Salto | 11 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | L E Robertson | 53kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Bonnie Amore | 7 | Zac Spain | G Eurell | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Frose | 8 | Amy Herrmann | Jamie Barry | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Roo Dash One | 5 | Lucinda Doodt | Brittany Raymond | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Cosmic Rhapsody | 1 | John Allen | Ms M Cunningham | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 6 | Furrina | 3 | Beau Mertens | Tom Dabernig | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Greatham Boy | 9 | Zoe Waller | T Fitzsimmons | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Supervise | 4 | Jarrod Fry | Carly Thomas | 61kg |
Hygain Winners Choice (Bm58)
Absolute Sunshine stands out with consistent form, including multiple placings at this track. Dropping in class is a significant advantage, and the booking of Brad Rawiller adds further confidence.
Vixenette presents as a strong contender, coming off a break with a history of performing well fresh. The mare has a strong record on synthetic tracks and at this distance. The significant class drop is a major positive, and the lightweight should be advantageous. However, the long break is a slight concern.
Dismount has been racing consistently, with multiple placings in recent starts. The gelding is well-suited by the distance and benefits from a good barrier draw. Dropping in class is a significant advantage, though he is yet to win at this track. The slight weight increase is a minor concern.
The gelding has an excellent record at this track and consistently performs well on synthetic surfaces. Recent form has been solid with multiple placings. The class drop is advantageous, though the wide barrier and weight increase present challenges.
- 1st2Absolute SunshineBrad Rawiller$1.80
- 2nd4VixenetteHarry Coffey$4.40
- 3rd5PentegraTom Madden$18.00
- 4th13Whistler GirlLucinda Doodt$26.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Absolute Sunshine | 10 | Brad Rawiller | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60.5kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Vixenette | 7 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 5 | Pentegra | 6 | Tom Madden | Thomas Conlan | 58.5kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Whistler Girl | 3 | Lucinda Doodt | Aaron Peterson | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Timber Princess | 12 | Daniel Kelly | 56kg | $71.00 | |
| 6th | 8 | Bubbles Time | 1 | Cian Macredmond | Shay Keating | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 9 | She Flys | 4 | Declan Bates | Archie Alexander | 56.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Firm As A Rock | 13 | Paul Gatt | G L Donaldson | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Dismount | 2 | E J Walsh | Rhys Archard | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Russian Summer | 9 | Joe Bowditch | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Play The Bluff | 8 | Ryan Hurdle | Robert Hickmott | 61kg | $12.00 |
| 12th | 11 | The Ballet Dancer | 5 | Craig Newitt | Amber Hendry | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Millvina | 11 | Jacob Noonan | P Kearney | 59kg |
Sportsbet Fast Form (Bm58)
Shaalute presents as the standout selection with consistent recent form, including a win and two seconds in his last three starts. He has a strong record on synthetic tracks and drops in class for this race. Well-weighted considering his form and should get an ideal run settling midfield. The wide draw is a minor concern but his tactical versatility should overcome this.
Nordic is a solid second pick with consistent recent form and an excellent record at Ballarat Synthetic. The class drop is significant and he's drawn well in barrier 4. The main concern is the top weight of 62kg, which may test his stamina late in the race. However, his class and consistency make him a strong contender.
Pontmeirion rounds out the top three selections with improving form and a good record on synthetic tracks. Well-weighted and likely to get a similar run to the top pick, settling midfield. While not as consistent as the top two, his recent form suggests he's ready to peak.
The significant weight drop is a big plus, and she should be suited by the likely fast tempo.
- 1st3ShaaluteHarry Coffey$2.25
- 2nd4PontmeirionLucinda Doodt$4.60
- 3rd12Girls Night$16.00
- 4th9Magic EditionTayla Childs$11.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Shaalute | 9 | Harry Coffey | M M Laurie | 60.5kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 4 | Pontmeirion | 7 | Lucinda Doodt | Robert Hickmott | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 12 | Girls Night | 13 | Daniel Kelly | 55.5kg | $16.00 | |
| 4th | 9 | Magic Edition | 1 | Tayla Childs | B & A McKnight | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Hiawatha | 12 | Declan Bates | Annie Alexander | 61kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Summer Night | 8 | S V Brown | S Fliedner | 58.5kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Nordic | 4 | John Allen | Andrew Noblet | 62kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 7 | Lucky Compass | 11 | Tom Madden | K T Bourke | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Very Grateful | 5 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Blaiken | 3 | E J Walsh | Julie Scott | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Highland Dream | 10 | Craig Newitt | Ms K Durden | 56kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Miss Remski | 6 | Paul Gatt | Luke Williams | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Dente''s Inferno | 14 | Cameron Quilty | E J Bourke | 54kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Game Theory | 2 | L E Robertson | 54kg |
Hygain Winners Choice (Bm58)
The class drop is significant and she should be well-suited by the likely fast tempo. While the inside barrier may not be ideal, her strong finishing ability should overcome this. The Matthew Cumani-trained mare looks well-placed to return to winning form.
Fox King Dox comes off a strong synthetic track win and is well-drawn to utilize his early speed. The engagement of John Allen is a significant positive, and he should be able to dictate terms from the front. While the class rise is a concern, his potential for improvement makes him a genuine threat.
Zousinger brings consistent form and a strong record at the distance into this race. She's well-weighted and should get a good run midfield from the wide draw. While the barrier is a concern, her ability to finish strongly should see her in the mix. The slight class rise is offset by her consistency.
The slight class drop is favorable, and Zac Spain knows how to get the best out of him.
- 1st5Miss MahjongCian Macredmond$3.90
- 2nd4Shalimar MoonZoe Waller$19.00
- 3rd7FluxJ Webb$31.00
- 4th11Pharoah''s DaughterRyan Hurdle$6.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Miss Mahjong | 4 | Cian Macredmond | Matthew Cumani | 60kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 4 | Shalimar Moon | 14 | Zoe Waller | V L Malady | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Flux | 15 | J Webb | Rodney Foster | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Pharoah''s Daughter | 11 | Ryan Hurdle | Robert Hickmott | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Infinite Matrix | 7 | Emily Pozman | W Morrissey | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Zousinger | 16 | Stephanie Hateley | S P Nichols | 59.5kg | $3.60 |
| 7th | 13 | Monsoon Reins | 9 | Zac Spain | Dwayne Reid | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 16 | Sulaco | 8 | Teodore Nugent | Michael Harrison | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 18 | Donation | 12 | B J Goodwin | 55.5kg | $51.00 | |
| 10th | 12 | Red Sparks | 13 | Tom Madden | Thomas Conlan | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Fox King Dox | 2 | John Allen | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 61.5kg | $15.00 |
| 12th | 14 | Auckland | 10 | Simone Walker | 57kg | $10.00 | |
| Scr | 6 | Thunder Pace | 3 | Justin W Stanley | D J McCarthy | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Ville De Lumiere | 5 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Brazen Brando | 6 | Declan Bates | Dan O''Sullivan | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Farisha | 18 | Liam Riordan | Reece Goodwin | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Miss Himalaya | 1 | D E Dean | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Attaboom | 17 | Anthony Cosgriff | 55.5kg |
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