★ Top pickWon
2Dundee Tales
Dundee Tales ran an excellent 2nd here last start over this exact distance and shows the best recent form. The class drop and current fitness give him the best winning chance in a weak maiden field.
New South Wales · Tuesday 9 September 2025
Grafton tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Grafton. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won2/729%
Any tip won6/786%
Top pick placed3/743%
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Maximum Vortex For The Kosciuszko Country Boosted Mdn Plate
13:20 local1700mMaiden$300,001,150,002,530,030,000,000,000,000
Winner2. Dundee TalesSP $6.50
2nd pick2nd
6Star Of Kongo
Star Of Kongo offers consistent placing ability with recent 3rd at Scone showing current fitness.
3rd pick3rd
1Andros
Value pick5th
7Turpin''s Torment
The inside barrier and long spell may provide the freshening needed, though his 0 wins from 35 starts record and poor first-up statistics make this a speculative play at best.
- 1st2Dundee TalesPeter Graham$6.50
- 2nd6Star Of KongoKacie Adams$2.80
- 3rd1AndrosYvette Lewis$3.10
- 4th4KitsilanoShae Wilkes$11.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Dundee Tales | 9 | Peter Graham | Peter Graham | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Star Of Kongo | 7 | Kacie Adams | R P Hartley | 59kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 1 | Andros | 5 | Yvette Lewis | P G Randall | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 4 | Kitsilano | 8 | Shae Wilkes | M J Robinson | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Turpin''s Torment | 1 | Ms C Williams | R J Knight | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Minister Garrett | 4 | Matthew Mc Guren | Samantha McGuren | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 3 | Jacob''s Well | 2 | Raymond Spokes | Ms L Sheppard | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Subtle Hints | 6 | Stephen Cummins | B J Dodson | 57kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Airwalker | 3 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 57kg |
At Witz End For The Kosciuszko Mdn Hcp
13:55 local1000mMaiden$270,001,139,502,505,020,000,000,000,000
Winner9. Celebrity TorqueSP $4.20
★ Top pickWon
9Celebrity Torque
Celebrity Torque gets the perfect scenario as a debutant with barrier 1, allowing tactical control from the start. The inside draw negates most debut concerns.
2nd pick3rd
2Rich Star
Rich Star showed excellent debut form when second at this track in heavy conditions. The inside barrier and proven track experience provide strong foundations. Recent racing keeps him sharp, and the step up to 1000m should suit his racing pattern perfectly.
3rd pick6th
5Scion
The recent Gold Coast effort confirms current ability, though the wide barrier presents tactical challenges.
Value pickScratched
12Prestige Ice
The previous experience at track and distance is crucial, though the wide barrier presents challenges.
- 1st9Celebrity TorqueJake Bayliss$4.20
- 2nd1BruckheimerR Downey$2.35
- 3rd2Rich StarJett Newman$3.90
- 4th11Midwest PrincessMadeline Owen$71.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Celebrity Torque | 1 | Jake Bayliss | M J Dunn | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 1 | Bruckheimer | 4 | R Downey | Adam Campton | 59.5kg | $2.35 |
| 3rd | 2 | Rich Star | 2 | Jett Newman | C R Manson | 57.5kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 11 | Midwest Princess | 8 | Madeline Owen | Jason Reilly | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Beearetee | 3 | Raymond Spokes | Daniel Wheeler | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Scion | 7 | B Lerena | Michael Morrison | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Sugar Road | 9 | Matthew Mc Guren | Wayne S Lawson | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Pineto Lad | 10 | Danny Peisley | Owen Glue | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Charmed Star | 5 | Kacie Adams | Tom Higgins | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Kanmuru | 6 | Bella Youngberry | Shane Everson | 53kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Symo''s Boy | 11 | M J Dunn | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Prestige Ice | 12 | Jordan Lee | 55kg |
The Astronomer For The Kosciuszko Country Boosted (Bm58)
14:35 local1000mBenchmark 58$300,001,150,002,530,030,000,000,000,000
Winner5. So KobySP $1.50
★ Top pick4th
7Deep Stealth
The 154-day break is offset by perfect fresh statistics, and barrier 3 provides tactical flexibility for an aggressive ride.
2nd pickWon
5So Koby
Impressive debut winner who gets the perfect barrier draw. While inexperienced, her maiden victory at this track was authoritative and the rail barrier provides maximum tactical advantage. The class rise is significant but her natural ability and barrier advantage make her a major threat.
3rd pick7th
4Parana River
Current form horse with excellent distance credentials but faces significant barrier challenge. Her 2 wins from 7 starts at 1000m is the best distance record in the field, and last start victory shows she's racing well. The wide draw is a major concern but her form warrants respect.
Value pick6th
11Wendt
- 1st5So KobyLuke Rolls$1.50
- 2nd2Credit ControllerN Masuda$41.00
- 3rd1Snow FalconBella Youngberry$26.00
- 4th7Deep StealthJett Newman$4.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | So Koby | 1 | Luke Rolls | J D Shelton | 58.5kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Credit Controller | 2 | N Masuda | Jason Reilly | 61.5kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Snow Falcon | 4 | Bella Youngberry | Shane Everson | 60.5kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Deep Stealth | 3 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Mr Midnight | 8 | Ben Looker | S B Lee | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Wendt | 10 | Nozi Tomizawa | S B Lee | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Parana River | 12 | Matthew Mc Guren | T J Vidler | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Bowdarcie | 5 | Leanne Boyd | P G Randall | 53kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Westerly | 7 | Jon Grisedale | C R Manson | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Hare Street | 6 | Stephen Cummins | L J Clapham | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Couture | 9 | Anthony Allen | Daniel Stanley | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Pressalong | 11 | S B Lee | 61kg |
Sammy Conquers All For The Kosciuszko Plate (C1)
15:10 local2200mClass 1$270,001,139,502,505,020,000,000,000,000
Winner5. Quick BuckSP $12.00
★ Top pick7th
11Shine Like It Does
Her consistency and proven staying ability make her the standout selection despite a modest winning record. The class rise is manageable given her recent form improvement.
2nd pick3rd
6Rock The Machine
3rd pick9th
8Vence
The gear change removing blinkers could unlock further improvement, and his staying pedigree suits the 2200m journey. The class rise is significant but form suggests readiness.
Value pickWon
5Quick Buck
His good record at Grafton and improving form make him a genuine chance despite the significant class rise and distance query.
- 1st5Quick BuckMatthew Mc Guren$12.00
- 2nd3KalkanliAndrew Mallyon$9.00
- 3rd6Rock The MachineAnthony Allen$5.00
- 4th9Woodland WonderJon Grisedale$31.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Quick Buck | 1 | Matthew Mc Guren | Glen Milligan | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Kalkanli | 3 | Andrew Mallyon | Marcus Wilson | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Rock The Machine | 11 | Anthony Allen | Cathy Chapman | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Woodland Wonder | 6 | Jon Grisedale | David & Marcus Scanes | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Bonfidelity | 8 | Shae Wilkes | P J Cunningham | 55.5kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 7 | Tuki Twelve | 9 | Matthew Palmer | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Shine Like It Does | 10 | R Downey | J D Shelton | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 8th | 2 | Jimmy Nails | 12 | Danny Peisley | P L Shailer | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Vence | 5 | Ben Looker | Stirling Osland | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Gangplank | 4 | Ms C Williams | R J Knight | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Monte Kahuna | 2 | Raymond Spokes | N Mayfield-Smith | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Flash One Hey | 7 | B Lerena | Ben Ahrens | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
Golden Decade For The Kosciuszko Mdn Hcp
15:50 local1200mMaiden$270,001,139,502,505,020,000,000,000,000
Winner4. National InterestSP $5.50
★ Top pick2nd
2Betta Than Presley
Betta Than Presley presents as the standout selection with a strong recent second at Beaudesert and significant class drop. The inside barrier draw suits his forward racing style, and despite being winless, his consistent placing record (0 wins from 4 starts with 1 second and 2 thirds) suggests he's ready to break through. The 58kg weight is manageable given the class drop.
2nd pick6th
11Warrior Bae
Warrior Bae is an improving second-up runner dropping significantly in class from Open company. The light weight and favorable barrier position enhance his winning chances considerably.
3rd pickWon
4National Interest
National Interest brings solid credentials as a consistent performer with 0 wins from 19 starts but 4 seconds and 3 thirds. His first-up record shows 0 wins from 4 starts with 1 second, indicating he can be competitive fresh.
Value pick4th
10Zouman Along
The multiple gear changes including cross-over nose band and tongue tie first time suggest connections expect improvement.
- 1st4National InterestMatthew Palmer$5.50
- 2nd2Betta Than PresleyNozi Tomizawa$3.60
- 3rd6Foxy ArtistJake Bayliss$4.40
- 4th10Zouman AlongDanny Peisley$9.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | National Interest | 7 | Matthew Palmer | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Betta Than Presley | 2 | Nozi Tomizawa | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 58kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 6 | Foxy Artist | 16 | Jake Bayliss | M J Dunn | 56.5kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 10 | Zouman Along | 15 | Danny Peisley | Declan Maher | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 19 | Here''s Mason | 10 | Yvette Lewis | P G Randall | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Warrior Bae | 6 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 56kg | $3.80 |
| 7th | 15 | The Big Ticket | 8 | Kacie Adams | Tom Higgins | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 17 | Traveller | 13 | Raymond Spokes | Ms L Sheppard | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Sol Filia | 5 | Ben Looker | S B Lee | 56.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 18 | Washik | 3 | N Masuda | Ms J Pratten | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 16 | Millennium Prayer | 12 | Peter Graham | G J Howells | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 3 | Comicon | 11 | Teighan Worsnop | P J Evans | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 13th | 20 | Paraclete | 20 | E J Farr | Daniel Stanley | 53kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Doingiteasy | 4 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Headstrong | 19 | Marcus Wilson | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Too Hot To Torque | 18 | M J Dunn | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Wildspitze | 9 | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Aliquam | 14 | L F Birchley | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Queen Of Aces | 1 | R Downey | Adam Campton | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Sands Of Omaha | 17 | M J Dunn | 55kg |
Without Parallel For The Kosciuszko (Bm58)
16:25 local1200mBenchmark 58$270,001,139,502,505,020,000,000,000,000
Winner1. Dune And DustedSP $3.70
★ Top pick5th
12Glam
Three-year-old filly with impressive maiden win last start at Casino. Second up from spell with excellent barrier draw and light weight. Despite limited experience, the class rise appears manageable given her dominant last start victory and favorable race conditions.
2nd pick2nd
6Got The Smarts
Consistent mare showing excellent recent form including a third at this track last start. The wide barrier is a concern but her forward racing style should overcome it.
3rd pick13th
8Old Timing Man
Veteran gelding who won his last start at this track and has an excellent record at Grafton. His experience and proven ability at the track and distance make him a reliable option despite his advancing years and moderate overall strike rate.
Value pick3rd
3Barcelona Express
Six-year-old gelding second up from spell with a class drop in his favor.
- 1st1Dune And DustedShae Wilkes$3.70
- 2nd6Got The SmartsMatthew Mc Guren$5.00
- 3rd3Barcelona ExpressDanny Peisley$11.00
- 4th13Wanjina RoseStephen Cummins$21.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dune And Dusted | 2 | Shae Wilkes | P J Cunningham | 60kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 6 | Got The Smarts | 12 | Matthew Mc Guren | Samantha McGuren | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Barcelona Express | 5 | Danny Peisley | D L Matts | 60.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Wanjina Rose | 10 | Stephen Cummins | Brad Munro | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Glam | 1 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 53.5kg | $3.70 |
| 6th | 2 | Alf''s Magic | 7 | Luke Rolls | S B Lee | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Bush Warrior | 4 | Anthony Allen | Daniel Stanley | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Hotzino | 11 | Jason Reilly | 58kg | $26.00 | |
| 9th | 10 | Our Sparky | 6 | Kirk Matheson | Owen Glue | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Jevington Will Do | 3 | E J Farr | H R Dew | 55.5kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Inspired Dream | 16 | Kayla Johnston | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Private Showtime | 9 | Ben Looker | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 13th | 8 | Old Timing Man | 8 | Jeff Kehoe | Shane Everson | 57kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Rephrase | 14 | Ms J M Smith | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Doyle | 15 | A C Goindasamy | Marcus Wilson | 55kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Nails And Pride | 13 | Marcus Wilson | 60kg |
Tabulam Cup 4 October (Bm66)
17:05 local1400mBenchmark 66$270,001,139,502,505,020,000,000,000,000
Winner7. Midnight DrifterSP $9.50
★ Top pick8th
2Bandasha
Bandasha presents as the standout selection returning first up from a lengthy spell. The combination of Jake Bayliss and proven distance form makes him hard to beat despite the weight burden.
2nd pick7th
12Amarone
Amarone offers excellent value as a lightly raced improver with a perfect second up record. The class rise is a concern but his upward trajectory and second up statistics make him a strong each-way proposition.
3rd pickWon
7Midnight Drifter
His strong distance record and consistency make him a reliable each-way chance. The class rise and wide barrier are concerns, but his current form peak and proven ability at the trip keep him competitive.
Value pick9th
9Our Silver Linings
- 1st7Midnight DrifterBen Looker$9.50
- 2nd16Sea Of QiLuke Rolls$8.50
- 3rd15Wilderness StarKacie Adams$20.00
- 4th14Nails And PrideA C Goindasamy$16.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Midnight Drifter | 11 | Ben Looker | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 16 | Sea Of Qi | 2 | Luke Rolls | Ms T Timbery | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 15 | Wilderness Star | 1 | Kacie Adams | Ms A Lee | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Nails And Pride | 4 | A C Goindasamy | Marcus Wilson | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Intoxel | 13 | Anthony Allen | A Parramore | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Casirina | 8 | Bella Youngberry | Samantha McGuren | 60kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Amarone | 10 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Bandasha | 6 | Jake Bayliss | M J Dunn | 62.5kg | $2.80 |
| 9th | 9 | Our Silver Linings | 5 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Sir Boo | 7 | Danny Peisley | Shane Everson | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Montgomery | 9 | Jason Reilly | 56.5kg | $81.00 | |
| 12th | 1 | Broken Hero | 14 | Leanne Boyd | N R Stewart | 62kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Rustic Tzar | 3 | Andrew Mallyon | Billy Healey | 60kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Cluedo | 12 | Paul Snowden | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Profoundly | 16 | Michael Freedman | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Master Artist | 15 | S B Lee | 57kg |
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