Milk Maid represents the standout selection with her exceptional 50% place rate and significant class drop advantage. Despite the 42-day break, her consistent placing ability makes her the top winning chance.
Queensland · Tuesday 9 September 2025
Townsville tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Townsville. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Ladbrokes Form Genius Mdn Hcp
Nordic Invader offers strong winning prospects with the perfect barrier draw and significant class drop. The recent close second at Rockhampton confirms current form, while the inside barrier provides crucial positioning advantage at Townsville's unique 1200m start. However, the winless record and top weight present concerns against the improving Milk Maid.
Got This presents solid each-way value with her consistent placing ability and advantageous barrier position. The first-time blinkers and class drop provide improvement factors, while her 50% place rate offers confidence. The inside barrier draw at Townsville's 1200m start gives tactical advantages, making her a reliable each-way proposition.
However, the long spell and poor recent form make this a high-risk proposition requiring significant improvement.
- 1st3Nordic InvaderRyan Wiggins$2.20
- 2nd15Bold SantosGabrielle Semmens$41.00
- 3rd11Fillydelphia MissSean Cormack$26.00
- 4th8Amber AffairOlivia Kendal$3.30
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Nordic Invader | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 59.5kg | $2.20 |
| 2nd | 15 | Bold Santos | 4 | Gabrielle Semmens | Graham R Hughes | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Fillydelphia Miss | 6 | Sean Cormack | J H Manzelmann | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Amber Affair | 10 | Olivia Kendal | Rhein Sewell | 55.5kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 13 | We Us ''n'' Co | 3 | Adam Sewell | L E Smerdon | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Got This | 2 | Nikki Olzard | J H Manzelmann | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Milk Maid | 5 | Aidan Holt | Ricky Vale | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 7 | She''s A Sweet Star | 12 | Wanderson D''Avila | Terry McGovern | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Spieth Impediment | 9 | Graham Kliese | T Button | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Moonya Lad | 13 | Ashley Butler | T Button | 60kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Time Power | 14 | Ivo Fry | T Button | 60kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Talk Dirty | 7 | L Morrison | Bodine Bailey | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Ask Me Harry | 15 | K E Hansen | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | French Dragon | 11 | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57kg | ||
| 14 | The Kobay Train | 8 | K H Zechner | Joshua Manzelmann | 56kg |
Ladbrokes Mates Mode Pots Mdn Plate
Leconfield stands out as the class runner dropping significantly from Sydney maiden grade to provincial level. Despite the wide barrier concern at Townsville's turning track, his class edge should prove decisive in this moderate maiden field.
Charm Teller brings the most consistent recent form with an excellent place record. Her recent Townsville third confirms track suitability and current fitness. The good barrier draw is crucial at this turning track, allowing jockey Sean Cormack to position her perfectly. Strong each-way value despite maiden status.
Arik Lad's recent Townsville second demonstrates both current form and track suitability. His strong record at this venue with multiple placings provides confidence, while the good barrier draw allows tactical positioning. However, his winless record from 25 starts remains a significant concern despite consistent placing efforts.
Gee Up offers solid value with his recent Mackay second confirming current ability. The inside barrier is crucial at Townsville's turning track, providing early positioning advantages.
- 1st13StarmeiraIsabella Teh$8.50
- 2nd2Combat CrusaderWanderson D''Avila$14.00
- 3rd3LeconfieldL Morrison$1.95
- 4th10Charm TellerSean Cormack$5.50
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Starmeira | 2 | Isabella Teh | Gavin Kinlyside | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Combat Crusader | 14 | Wanderson D''Avila | Rachael Singleton | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Leconfield | 17 | L Morrison | O Chillemi | 58.5kg | $1.95 |
| 4th | 10 | Charm Teller | 7 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Supeedo Gonzales | 12 | K H Zechner | Joshua Manzelmann | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Outono | 18 | Chris Meehan | A G Malliff | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Trusting Star | 9 | Ivo Fry | Gavin Kinlyside | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Flourish | 10 | Jackson Murphy | A G Malliff | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Irish Gift | 11 | Graham Kliese | Nathan Coves | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Mohawk Warrior | 8 | Rachel Shred | Rachel Shred | 58.5kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Sneaky Tay | 6 | Nathan Thomas | Troy Clive | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 1 | Arik Lad | 5 | Olivia Kendal | S J Royes | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 13th | 14 | Pretty Profit | 13 | Adam Sewell | Krystin Allender | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 14th | 8 | Tinder Swindler | 1 | Jason Taylor | R A Schluenz | 58.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Love Wrap | 19 | R J Miller | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | National Goal | 16 | Ivo Fry | Sarah Acornley | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Gee Up | 4 | Ryan Wiggins | Clinton Taylor | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Calamaris | 15 | Tasha Chambers | Troy Clive | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 19 | Goncalo | 3 | Ms M Preston | 58.5kg |
Ladbrokes Odd Surge Hcp
Going Nuclear stands out with exceptional Townsville form including 4 wins from 8 starts and perfect suitability to Good track conditions. Recent form is strong with a close second at Cairns and Townsville win. The light 52kg weight and proven local connections make this the standout selection despite the class rise.
Strathcona offers exceptional track/distance credentials with 2 wins from 3 starts at this exact venue and trip. Strong Townsville record and recent consistent form make him a major threat. The wide barrier is concerning but his local knowledge and track record warrant serious respect.
Blazerro brings strong recent form including a Mackay win and the significant advantage of barrier 1 at Townsville. His mile form is solid and current fitness evident. While lacking Townsville experience, the inside draw and recent form make him a strong each-way chance.
His distance record is solid and Good track form strong.
- 1st4Going NuclearOlivia Kendal$2.25
- 2nd7StrathconaJackson Murphy$10.00
- 3rd6Major ArtieAdam Sewell$13.00
- 4th5Sir RocketMs A Thomson$12.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Going Nuclear | 7 | Olivia Kendal | Matthew McGuire | 52kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 7 | Strathcona | 8 | Jackson Murphy | Megan Purvis | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Major Artie | 2 | Adam Sewell | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Sir Rocket | 3 | Ms A Thomson | J H Manzelmann | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Blazerro | 1 | Nathan Thomas | L J Hatch | 54kg | $3.10 |
| 6th | 3 | Farooq | 4 | Nikki Olzard | J H Manzelmann | 53kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Solar Apex | 5 | K H Zechner | L J Hatch | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Third Realm | 6 | Mitch Goring | J P Caught | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
Hygain Hcp (C1)
Our Impact stands out as the only runner with a perfect record at this track and distance, having won here previously. Despite being first up from a spell, his limited racing suggests he retains fitness and the class drop compensates for any rustiness.
Her consistent form pattern and inside barrier draw are major positives for Townsville's unique downhill start.
His recent Open company win followed by a close second demonstrates current form. The significant class drop and light weight are major advantages, though the wide barrier presents a serious challenge at Townsville's sprint start where inside draws are crucial.
While her overall record is modest, the recent win suggests she's found her form.
- 1st3Kathy''s RoseRyan Wiggins$1.70
- 2nd8Shere KhanNathan Thomas$18.00
- 3rd4Our ImpactAidan Holt$3.10
- 4th5Tipped OffChris Meehan$13.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Kathy''s Rose | 4 | Ryan Wiggins | Clinton Taylor | 58kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 8 | Shere Khan | 6 | Nathan Thomas | Scott Cooper | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Our Impact | 5 | Aidan Holt | R A Schluenz | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 5 | Tipped Off | 2 | Chris Meehan | A R Bailey | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Mister Tia | 12 | Ivo Fry | Ms L McCormack | 54.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Lethally Stella | 3 | Gabrielle Semmens | Gareth Smith | 52kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Torque Of Dreams | 1 | Nikki Olzard | Lachie Manzelmann | 51kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Arturetta | 7 | Isabella Teh | Ms L McCormack | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Celebration | 8 | Jackson Murphy | Matthew McGuire | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Vagabond Prince | 13 | Graham Kliese | Russell Henderson | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Shiho | 11 | Adam Sewell | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Indefinite | 14 | S J Royes | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Jungle Juice | 9 | K H Zechner | L J Hatch | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Faith Over Fear | 10 | Scott Seymour | 54kg |
Great Northern Brewing Co (Bm65)
Bloomin' Ripper arrives as the form horse after winning impressively last start at Cairns. Her strong improving trend and excellent Good track record make her ideally suited to today's conditions. The mare's proven distance ability and consistent recent form provide confidence she can handle the class rise, despite the challenging wide barrier draw.
King's Halo brings the best Townsville credentials with 2 wins from 5 starts at the track. His barrier 1 draw is crucial for the downhill 1000m start, and recent consistent form suggests he's ready to peak. However, his poor second-up record and lack of wins at 1000m present concerns despite the track advantage.
Yamabushi represents solid each-way value as a second-up runner with encouraging statistics. While he lacks a Townsville win from 9 attempts, his consistent placings suggest he can be competitive in this grade.
Roth 'n' Bubble offers exceptional value based on her outstanding first-up record and proven Townsville credentials.
- 1st12Bloomin'' RipperTyler Leslight$10.00
- 2nd8NorthernontapK H Zechner$4.80
- 3rd15No Love LostAdam Sewell$18.00
- 4th14Gamadale NipChris Meehan$6.50
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Bloomin'' Ripper | 11 | Tyler Leslight | Sharlee Hoffman | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Northernontap | 2 | K H Zechner | L J Hatch | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 15 | No Love Lost | 14 | Adam Sewell | Bonnie Thomson | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Gamadale Nip | 4 | Chris Meehan | A G Malliff | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 13 | Yamabushi | 7 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Midas Star | 6 | Nathan Thomas | Stephen Bush | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Ruby Chicks | 5 | Aidan Holt | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 3 | King''s Halo | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 61.5kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Gossip Torque | 12 | Mitch Goring | Matthew McGuire | 60.5kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Perigean | 8 | Gabrielle Semmens | R B Williams | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Impardoo | 10 | L Morrison | Bodine Bailey | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Kiss Me Later | 3 | Graham Kliese | Graham Kliese | 61.5kg | $151.00 |
| 13th | 5 | Snitzaroo | 17 | Ivo Fry | Stephen Bush | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 14th | 2 | Shines | 9 | Olivia Kendal | S J Royes | 60.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Hartshorn | 16 | S J Royes | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Galbalan | 15 | Joshua Manzelmann | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Roth ''n'' Bubble | 13 | Graham R Hughes | 58.5kg |
Mitavite Plate (C3)
Better Be Slick brings the strongest current form credentials as a last-start Class 3 winner at Cairns. His excellent Good track record and recent consistency make him the standout despite distance concerns. The wide barrier is manageable for Morrison, and his proven class at this level gives him the edge over less experienced rivals.
Novela's outstanding distance record and recent Townsville form make him a serious contender. The ideal barrier draw allows Cormack to secure a forward position, while his 1400m specialization is a major asset. The class rise is concerning but his consistent improvement suggests he can handle the step up.
Candlelit brings solid local knowledge with his Townsville experience and consistent recent form. The distance record is concerning but his overall consistency and proven ability at this venue make him a reliable each-way chance.
Hyde Park represents excellent value given his significant class drop from higher grades. His last-start Mackay win proves current ability, while the strong distance record provides confidence.
- 1st1Arctic BearAidan Holt$26.00
- 2nd4Hyde ParkIvo Fry$6.00
- 3rd2Better Be SlickL Morrison$4.60
- 4th6Sir MaximusChris Meehan$26.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Arctic Bear | 8 | Aidan Holt | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Hyde Park | 7 | Ivo Fry | T Button | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Better Be Slick | 9 | L Morrison | Bodine Bailey | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 6 | Sir Maximus | 1 | Chris Meehan | Matthew McGuire | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Savee | 11 | Jason Taylor | Ms R Inglis | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Andalus | 10 | Wanderson D''Avila | Terry McGovern | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Novela | 3 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 58.5kg | $2.80 |
| 8th | 3 | Candlelit | 5 | Jackson Murphy | S J Royes | 60kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Tymon | 2 | Olivia Kendal | Matthew McGuire | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Bernice''s Spirit | 12 | Graham Kliese | Graham Kliese | 55kg | $91.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Eclipsion | 6 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 12th | 5 | Over The Falls | 14 | Nathan Thomas | Scott Cooper | 60kg | $51.00 |
| 13th | 11 | Battalion | 4 | Ms A Thomson | Scott Seymour | 57kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Purpose ''n'' Vision | 13 | O Chillemi | 56.5kg |
Next Meeting Friday 19 September (Bm55)
Targeted emerges as the standout selection with the crucial barrier 1 advantage at Townsville's 1200m start.
The experienced gelding should benefit from the class relief and good barrier position at Townsville.
- 1st1IndefiniteOlivia Kendal$2.70
- 2nd4To Love SomebodyGabrielle Semmens$101.00
- 3rd13The HairdresserIvo Fry$26.00
- 4th5Albanian BayGraham Kliese$20.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Indefinite | 2 | Olivia Kendal | S J Royes | 60kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 4 | To Love Somebody | 12 | Gabrielle Semmens | Ms M Young | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | The Hairdresser | 6 | Ivo Fry | T Button | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Albanian Bay | 15 | Graham Kliese | Patrick McGuire | 60.5kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Diamond Lucy | 10 | Tasha Chambers | Troy Clive | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Targeted | 1 | Jackson Murphy | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 61.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Mr Polar | 3 | Ryan Wiggins | Krystin Allender | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 12 | Gazza''s Diamond | 5 | Jason Taylor | R Baker | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Diasonic | 13 | Nikki Olzard | Lachie Manzelmann | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Pelsaert | 8 | Adam Sewell | Ms J Ryan | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Fallguy | 9 | Mitch Goring | L J Hatch | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 12th | 15 | White Arendelle | 11 | Graham R Hughes | 54kg | $81.00 | |
| 13th | 7 | Jungle Juice | 4 | K H Zechner | L J Hatch | 60kg | $9.50 |
| Scr | 8 | Hit Snooze | 14 | Georgina Bourke | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | So Yes It Is | 7 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 59kg |
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