Good Onya Darl represents outstanding value with the crucial barrier 1 draw at leader-biased Mornington.
Victoria · Friday 5 September 2025
Mornington tips and results
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Mornington. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Peninsula Kubota Mdn Plate
Hanuman brings solid credentials being second up from spell with consistent placing form. However, the barrier 4 draw is less advantageous than inside barriers at leader-biased Mornington, making him vulnerable to horses with better positioning.
Bazaball Rewarded brings strong first up credentials and excellent distance form.
- 1st5Bazaball RewardedJamie Mott$2.80
- 2nd3HanumanEthan Brown$3.00
- 3rd10Olivia RoseLuke Nolen$5.50
- 4th2Doc''s NipperCeline Gaudry$21.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Bazaball Rewarded | 8 | Jamie Mott | Kelvin Southey | 57.5kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 3 | Hanuman | 4 | Ethan Brown | Jason Warren | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Olivia Rose | 7 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Doc''s Nipper | 9 | Celine Gaudry | Greg Hayes | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Behave Shamus | 2 | Daniel Stackhouse | Clayton Douglas | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Unriddle | 10 | Lauren Burke | Rory Hunter | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Good Onya Darl | 1 | Stephanie Hateley | Amy & Ash Yargi | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Evil Lover | 11 | Daniel Moor | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Montana Rose | 12 | Makisha Salter | Mick Nolan | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Toroness | 3 | M W Walker | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Strum | 5 | Dennis Julius | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Hopetoun Park | 6 | R J Besanko | 59.5kg |
Melbourne?s Christmas Wonderland Mdn Plate
Only runner with proven form data showing clear improvement. The combination of significant class drop, inside barrier at this leader-biased track, and elite jockey booking makes this the standout selection.
Quality connections provide confidence despite lack of form data. Jamie Kah and C Maher combination is formidable, while barrier 2 is perfect for this track's leader bias. First-time tongue tie suggests stable expects improvement from this runner.
Quality jockey Damian Lane and light weight provide additional advantages.
- 1st11Street ArtistMark Zahra$1.55
- 2nd4Cabaret QueenDamian Lane$13.00
- 3rd7Kiwi RaiderEthan Brown$3.00
- 4th2Jetsetter JackJamie Mott$26.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Street Artist | 4 | Mark Zahra | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 4 | Cabaret Queen | 1 | Damian Lane | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Kiwi Raider | 5 | Ethan Brown | M W Walker | 56kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Jetsetter Jack | 6 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Gattino Veloce | 3 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Kokeshi | 7 | Patrick Moloney | J F Moloney | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Fox Peril | 8 | Dylan Dunn | Dylan Dunn | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Night Flower | 12 | Makisha Salter | R J Meunier | 53kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Wyandra | 11 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Educated | 2 | C Maher | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Path To Profit | 13 | C Maher | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Sapphire Reign | 10 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Clarification | 9 | C I Brown | 56kg |
Flex 23 Mdn Plate
Progressive four-year-old showing strong improvement with recent second at Moe. The gear change removing visors suggests trainer refinement, and Warren's provincial record is strong. Despite the wide barrier, the 1500m start provides more time to settle, and his consistent placing record makes him the standout chance.
The stable rarely targets provincial maidens without genuine winning chances. Lane's booking and inside barrier are major positives at leader-biased Mornington, though the distance rise and inexperience create some doubt.
Lightly-raced three-year-old with the perfect barrier draw for Mornington. His recent synthetic second shows current form, and second-up horses often improve. The inside barrier is crucial at this tight track, making him a strong each-way chance despite limited experience.
- 1st2Kastun StarEthan Brown$4.80
- 2nd9She''s A BeautyThomas Stockdale$9.00
- 3rd11CouldthisbetheoneDaniel Stackhouse$4.40
- 4th14Autumn DiamondsBeau Mertens$11.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Kastun Star | 9 | Ethan Brown | Jason Warren | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 9 | She''s A Beauty | 14 | Thomas Stockdale | Jerome Hunter | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Couldthisbetheone | 2 | Daniel Stackhouse | M M Laurie | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 14 | Autumn Diamonds | 8 | Beau Mertens | Gavin Bedggood | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Laurel Bay | 13 | Jamie Mott | Kelvin Southey | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Maximus Bon | 1 | Ben Allen | Ms W Kelly | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Parera | 3 | Lachlan Neindorf | M J Mehegan | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Pepe | 4 | Damian Lane | C J Waller | 57kg | $2.50 |
| 9th | 8 | Rapido River | 15 | Fred W Kersley | M D Hinton | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Creative Righteous | 5 | Liam Riordan | Matthew Brown | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 11th | 15 | English Valentine | 10 | Carleen Hefel | Luke Oliver | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Silver Flames | 11 | Dylan Dunn | Dylan Dunn | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | One Way Ride | 7 | Rachael Cunningham | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Akari Spirit | 12 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Queen Of Light | 16 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Capital Grace | 6 | E & D Browne | 57.5kg |
The Big Screen Company Mdn Plate
The inside barrier 3 is crucial at leader-friendly Mornington, and the addition of winkers suggests trainer expects improvement. Strong jockey-trainer combination and proven distance suitability make this the standout selection despite limited experience.
She's Speedy brings the most consistent recent form with multiple placings and a 57% place rate. Her 1200m experience and good track record provide confidence, though the wide barrier and maiden status are concerns.
The booking of Jamie Kah is significant, and her good track record (0 wins from 2 starts) suits today's conditions. While barrier 8 is concerning at Mornington, her class and first-up ability make her a strong each-way proposition.
Fortune Link offers excellent value from the coveted barrier 1 at Mornington. His recent narrow second demonstrates current ability, and while first up from a long spell, his fresh record (0 wins from 1 start) and the inside draw provide significant advantages on this leader-biased track.
- 1st11TaglineDaniel Stackhouse$1.55
- 2nd6She''s SpeedyThomas Stockdale$13.00
- 3rd1Blue BanditJye Mc Neil$21.00
- 4th3Join The QueM J Dee$8.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Tagline | 3 | Daniel Stackhouse | M M Laurie | 57kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 6 | She''s Speedy | 10 | Thomas Stockdale | Jerome Hunter | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Blue Bandit | 4 | Jye Mc Neil | J Leek Jnr | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Join The Que | 7 | M J Dee | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Fortune Link | 1 | Daniel Moor | G Eurell | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Sensational Ruler | 12 | Craig Newitt | Richard Laming | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Summit | 11 | Beau Mertens | C J Waller | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Head Capitalist | 16 | Lachlan Neindorf | Charlotte Littlefield | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Gamolina | 2 | Ben Allen | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Colizzi | 5 | Carleen Hefel | David & Coral Feek | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Delta''s Gold | 13 | Celine Gaudry | Ms C Heffernan | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Oie De Toulouse | 9 | Brad Rawiller | S V Brown | 59.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Ammo | 15 | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Cold Aza Beer | 14 | E & D Browne | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Lady Lonsdale | 8 | C Maher | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Mandraki | 6 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg |
Big Event Picnic Table (Bm62)
Unbeaten gelding with perfect record faces significant class test but has shown quality in both starts. The class rise is substantial but his winning margins and progression suggest he can handle it.
Consistent galloper with excellent barrier 2 draw that perfectly suits Mornington's inside bias. Strong place record suggests reliability, and the distance experience at 2050m is valuable. Blinkers removal could be positive, though win rate remains a concern. The barrier draw gives him every chance to be competitive.
Lightly raced mare with the perfect barrier 1 draw for Mornington's leader-friendly track. Recent third at Morphettville shows she's in form, and her 1950m win proves distance capability. The light weight and inside draw give her every tactical advantage, though class rise is a concern.
The standout value play with exceptional course and distance statistics. Her Mornington record of 2 wins from 9 starts and perfect distance record make her a strong each-way chance despite the wide draw.
- 1st2Xtra RushEthan Brown$1.75
- 2nd4Another NephewBilly Egan$8.50
- 3rd3Maxxi BonBen Allen$11.00
- 4th8OutcasterDaniel Stackhouse$15.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Xtra Rush | 4 | Ethan Brown | Richard Laming | 62.5kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 4 | Another Nephew | 2 | Billy Egan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Maxxi Bon | 7 | Ben Allen | Ms W Kelly | 61kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Outcaster | 10 | Daniel Stackhouse | Rachael Cunningham | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Harsh | 1 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Ruada | 9 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Palace Winter | 3 | Craig Newitt | R N Mathews | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Diamanda | 12 | Carleen Hefel | M T Binney | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Sorry Sailor | 11 | Thomas Stockdale | Rachael Cunningham | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Colleagues | 6 | Ms K Durden | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Leg Drive | 8 | M M Laurie | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Vistetto | 5 | C J Waller | 58.5kg |
Craft Markets Australia 50 Years Hcp (62)
Macha offers solid each-way value with her perfect inside barrier draw and good track record. While her first-up record is concerning, the significant class rise and fresh legs after a spell could see improvement. The inside barrier is crucial at this track configuration.
His recent maiden win and consistent form suggest he's improving, though the significant class rise presents a challenge.
Lady Potato Head represents excellent value based on her outstanding second-up record and recent form improvement.
- 1st9Lady Potato HeadHannah Edgley$8.50
- 2nd1Gallant PrinceDaniel Stackhouse$5.50
- 3rd11Miss TrustfulEthan Brown$3.40
- 4th13Lord DevenishPatrick Moloney$151.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Lady Potato Head | 10 | Hannah Edgley | P Stokes | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Gallant Prince | 9 | Daniel Stackhouse | Clayton Douglas | 60kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Miss Trustful | 3 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 57kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 13 | Lord Devenish | 11 | Patrick Moloney | Angus Townley | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Emmcee | 8 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 2 | My Roca Fella | 13 | Celine Gaudry | John McArdle | 60kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Big Kate | 1 | Adam Mc Cabe | Daniel Williams | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Aussieaussieaussie | 4 | Craig Newitt | R N Mathews | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Macha | 2 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Alabama Girl | 15 | Beau Mertens | Julius Sandhu | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Norwoods | 12 | Caitlin Hollowood | Rachael Cunningham | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Zoussential | 5 | Billy Egan | K & K Keys | 59kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Stand By Me Ned | 7 | Ms M Lawson | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Dougal Mckeen | 6 | David & Coral Feek | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Belle Inferno | 14 | C Maher | 56.5kg |
Devilbend Golf Club Hcp (62)
Kid Dynamite presents as the standout selection despite being first up from a spell. The 4-year-old gelding has a perfect distance record with 1 win from 2 starts at 1000m and handles Good 4 conditions well. While the wide barrier and class rise present challenges, his raw ability and fitness edge make him the top winning chance.
Immerse shapes as a strong second-up chance after winning her maiden last start. Her barrier 5 draw provides tactical options at tight Mornington, though her lack of Good 4 track experience and the class rise present concerns. The bit lifter gear change suggests connections expect further improvement.
Normandy Lass holds strong claims with the crucial barrier 1 draw at leader-friendly Mornington. The 4-year-old mare won impressively last start and has a solid distance record. However, her lack of Good 4 track experience and limited racing background create uncertainty. The Patrick Moloney booking and inside barrier make her a genuine winning chance despite the class rise concerns.
Her first up record is solid, though the 352-day spell creates fitness concerns. The Freedman stable and Jye McNeil booking suggest confidence, making her an attractive value proposition despite the extended break.
- 1st7Not SurprisedJye Mc Neil$4.00
- 2nd6Normandy LassPatrick Moloney$4.60
- 3rd12StrangelessDylan Dunn$20.00
- 4th9ImmerseHarry Coffey$8.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Not Surprised | 7 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 57.5kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Normandy Lass | 1 | Patrick Moloney | R D Griffiths | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 12 | Strangeless | 12 | Dylan Dunn | Dylan Dunn | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Immerse | 5 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Kid Dynamite | 10 | Mr M Aitken | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Mamuno | 13 | Billy Egan | C I Brown | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Kezza''s Legacy | 6 | Sarah Field | Stephen Field | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Lavender Glory | 9 | Ethan Brown | Jason Warren | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Steamy Mist | 4 | Daniel Stackhouse | M M Laurie | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Hughie | 3 | Jamie Edwards | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Warui | 8 | Ms M Lawson | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Just Bolts | 2 | Jamie Edwards | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | I''m Kenough | 11 | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59kg |
Russell V Cleland (Bm62)
Chewing Gum brings strong first up credentials and the perfect barrier draw for Mornington's leader-biased track. The significant class drop from Listed company, combined with blinkers first time, suggests the stable expects improvement. Her inside barrier is crucial on this tight turning circuit.
Espinho brings strong credentials with a recent win and significant class drop, but faces the major hurdle of barrier 14 at Mornington. His first up record is solid and the class drop is substantial, but the wide draw on this leader-biased track is a significant concern that limits his winning chances.
Regal Might stands out with a perfect record at this track and distance, winning here last campaign. Second up from a spell with a solid foundation run, he's ideally placed in barrier 6 for Mornington's tight turning track. His good track record (2 wins from 6 starts) and recent form make him the standout selection.
Her perfect Mornington record and strong good track form provide confidence, while the reasonable barrier draw gives tactical options.
- 1st13HarmonettRhys Mc Leod$8.00
- 2nd8Chewing GumEthan Brown$3.60
- 3rd7EspinhoJamie Mott$2.60
- 4th15Cobblestone WayDaniel Stackhouse$6.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Harmonett | 7 | Rhys Mc Leod | Vincent Hall | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Chewing Gum | 2 | Ethan Brown | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 7 | Espinho | 14 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 60kg | $2.60 |
| 4th | 15 | Cobblestone Way | 11 | Daniel Stackhouse | Amy & Ash Yargi | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 12 | Mordialloc Beach | 3 | Ben Allen | Ms W Kelly | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Powerful Torque | 8 | Carleen Hefel | David & Coral Feek | 60.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Fury | 5 | Thomas Stockdale | C Maher | 61kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Prince Ruban | 9 | Adam Mc Cabe | S C Bottomley | 60.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Regal Might | 6 | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 63kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Bossy Star | 1 | M M Laurie | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Maximum Power | 10 | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Qatars Choice | 16 | C Maher | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Cryptic Gem | 12 | R D Griffiths | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Express Barbie | 4 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Southern Fire | 13 | S V Brown | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Tidal Force | 15 | Logan McGill | 59.5kg |
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