His consistent recent performances and track/distance experience make him the standout choice despite being winless.
Queensland · Wednesday 17 September 2025
Doomben tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Doomben. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Become a BRC Member Mdn Plate
The lightest weight of 53.5kg is a significant advantage in staying races, and her improving trend suggests she's ready to break through. The step up to 2060m is the main query.
Perhaps Perhaps offers solid each-way value with her recent Ipswich second and the significant advantage of barrier 3 at Doomben.
- 1st7Perhaps PerhapsDamien Thornton$5.00
- 2nd1Brief SpiritCourtney Bellamy$10.00
- 3rd8StoicismJace McMurray$2.50
- 4th4ArgerichAngela Jones$3.90
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Perhaps Perhaps | 3 | Damien Thornton | Declan Maher | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Brief Spirit | 4 | Courtney Bellamy | Chris & Corey Munce | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Stoicism | 6 | Jace McMurray | Jason Patton | 53.5kg | $2.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Argerich | 8 | Angela Jones | R L Heathcote | 56.5kg | $3.90 |
| 5th | 5 | Classic Shiraz | 2 | Ceejay Graham | Marcus Wilson | 56.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Share Trader | 7 | Jaden Lloyd | S B Laming | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Kiss The Cosmos | 1 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | C J Waller | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Captain Insano | 9 | Rory Hutchings | Marcus Wilson | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Obstructionist | 5 | Ryan Maloney | Marcus Wilson | 58.5kg |
The Gibson Mdn Plate
Regal Rina represents the ideal Doomben debut scenario with barrier 1 being absolutely crucial at this track's 1200m start. The inside barrier advantage at this leader-friendly venue, combined with quality jockey booking and gear additions suggesting stable confidence, outweighs the unknown factor. Fresh condition and tactical advantage make this the standout selection.
Shadwell Lane brings proven class and consistency to this maiden field.
Power Reece represents the classic Gollan stable debut runner with all the right ingredients. The significant weight advantage, good barrier draw, and stable's excellent record with first starters provide strong foundations. While the unknown factor creates uncertainty, the tactical advantages and stable confidence make this a strong each-way proposition.
- 1st10Shadwell LaneCeejay Graham$1.95
- 2nd3NanterreAndrew Mallyon$13.00
- 3rd2MeadowbrookDaniel Moor$8.50
- 4th9Regal RinaB Lerena$7.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Shadwell Lane | 8 | Ceejay Graham | J W Mason | 55.5kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 3 | Nanterre | 2 | Andrew Mallyon | Billy Healey | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Meadowbrook | 3 | Daniel Moor | Desleigh Forster | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Regal Rina | 1 | B Lerena | Stephen McLean | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Tintaura | 6 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Tszyuya | 9 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Sea Me Dance | 4 | Damien Thornton | Marcus Wilson | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Pensiero | 10 | Tahlia Fenlon | Chris & Corey Munce | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Margot''s Star | 7 | Ms G Cartwright | Stephanie Sixtus | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Power Reece | 5 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 54kg | $8.00 |
Road To Magic Millions On Sale Now Mdn Plate
Wootten Hyde presents the strongest winning chance with proven ability at this exact venue and distance.
Valedictorian brings significant class credentials dropping from Group level racing. The inside barrier is perfect for Doomben's characteristics, while his recent Ipswich second shows he's in good order. The class advantage and ideal draw make him a strong winning chance despite maiden status.
However, the first-up assignment from a long spell and wide barrier present challenges at leader-friendly Doomben. The gear change provides hope but freshness concerns remain.
The blinkers addition and first-up positioning from the Vandyke stable provide hope, though limited experience and maiden status present risks. Worth a small each-way investment.
- 1st3Now Is The HourAngela Jones$2.70
- 2nd9Wootten HydeJag Guthmann-Chester$2.05
- 3rd7ValedictorianKyle Wilson-Taylor$5.50
- 4th8Wily JackCeejay Graham$26.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Now Is The Hour | 8 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 58kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 9 | Wootten Hyde | 7 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | J W Mason | 55.5kg | $2.05 |
| 3rd | 7 | Valedictorian | 1 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Michael Freedman | 55.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Wily Jack | 4 | Ceejay Graham | K M Schweida | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Les Amis | 3 | Jackson Murphy | Ruby Chatterton | 55.5kg | $81.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Hard As Brok | 2 | Leslie Tilley | David Vandyke | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Anxo | 5 | Jake Bayliss | Nicholas Beck | 58kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Innervisions | 6 | Daniel Moor | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Something Shiny | 9 | B J Lockwood | 58kg |
Pink Ribbon Raceweek (Bm65)
Her soft track record is solid and recent form shows excellent consistency with placings. The light weight and class advantage are compelling factors that outweigh venue concerns.
Loch Awe brings strong recent form but faces significant concerns with soft track conditions.
Busker comes off a breakthrough maiden win and has proven soft track ability.
- 1st4Lonesome SoulEmily Lang$3.10
- 2nd6Meaner Than EvilDamien Thornton$8.50
- 3rd1Loch AweLuke Dempsey$2.45
- 4th2Let''s Do It AgainJace McMurray$5.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Lonesome Soul | 3 | Emily Lang | Greg Wright | 53kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 6 | Meaner Than Evil | 2 | Damien Thornton | G A Thornton | 54kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Loch Awe | 4 | Luke Dempsey | B J Lockwood | 59kg | $2.45 |
| 4th | 2 | Let''s Do It Again | 5 | Jace McMurray | J C Smerdon | 55.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Busker | 6 | Angela Jones | R L Heathcote | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Crimson Spirit | 7 | Ms G Cartwright | Michael Morrison | 53.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Flop Shot | 1 | G A Thornton | 54kg |
Sky Racing (Bm75)
Field Of Myrtle gets the crucial inside barrier at Doomben where the track bias strongly favors barriers 1-6. Her second-up record and proven track form give her significant advantages. Despite soft track concerns, the barrier draw and tactical speed should overcome distance limitations in this competitive field.
Defiant Spirit benefits from a substantial class drop and good barrier draw within the favored 1-6 range. His Doomben experience and recent consistency make him competitive. The class drop provides significant edge despite soft track and distance concerns.
Tonneofgrit offers value with an inside barrier draw and significant class drop. His recent second placing shows current fitness, and the barrier advantage at Doomben could be crucial.
Merchant Lady represents excellent value with outstanding first-up statistics and favorable barrier draw. Her light weight and inside barrier position suit Doomben's characteristics.
- 1st5ParetoDanny Peisley$3.60
- 2nd6Shot Of WhiskeyDaniel Moor$10.00
- 3rd1TonneofgritJace McMurray$13.00
- 4th8Merchant LadyDamien Thornton$10.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Pareto | 9 | Danny Peisley | D A McColm | 57.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 6 | Shot Of Whiskey | 7 | Daniel Moor | Matthew Hoysted | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Tonneofgrit | 2 | Jace McMurray | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Merchant Lady | 4 | Damien Thornton | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Xpresso | 5 | Cody Collis | David Vandyke | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Field Of Myrtle | 1 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 9 | Casrock | 6 | Ceejay Graham | K M Schweida | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Laydownlily | 8 | Tiffani Brooker | Taylah Mackinnon | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Defiant Spirit | 3 | Corey Sutherland | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $6.50 |
Spring Carnival On Sale Now Plate (C3)
Her perfect soft track record and rapid improvement under Gollan's training make her the standout despite stepping up in class.
Little Jeanie brings proven form at this exact track and distance with her recent runner-up performance.
Rhuvaal offers excellent value with his outstanding soft track credentials and significant class drop. The 5yo gelding's 2 wins from 5 starts on soft going is the standout statistic, while the gear change and light weight provide additional appeal for this value proposition.
Khumbila represents excellent value despite soft track concerns.
- 1st2FacundoCody Collis$3.30
- 2nd7RhuvaalCobi Vitler$8.00
- 3rd12ZoufaniAngela Jones$3.80
- 4th10Little JeanieEmily Lang$3.40
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Facundo | 11 | Cody Collis | K M Schweida | 58.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 7 | Rhuvaal | 1 | Cobi Vitler | J Dann | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Zoufani | 9 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 56.5kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 10 | Little Jeanie | 8 | Emily Lang | Jack Bruce | 55kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 4 | Keep Safe | 4 | Daniel Moor | R L Heathcote | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Vos Savant | 10 | Luke Dempsey | B J Lockwood | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Fort William | 12 | Chelsea Baker | K R Kemp | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Field Agent | 3 | Ms G Cartwright | Stephanie Sixtus | 58.5kg | $201.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Khumbila | 2 | Rory Hutchings | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Downey | 7 | Justin Huxtable | M A Currie | 60kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Settat | 6 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Toro Strike | 5 | Ceejay Graham | J W Mason | 58.5kg |
XXXX Gold (Bm65)
Adranos stands out as the most reliable winning chance with his proven Doomben form and consistent recent performances. His track specialization, combined with the Gollan stable's local expertise and forward racing style, positions him perfectly for this venue's characteristics despite the inside barrier challenge.
Meldubious offers excellent winning potential despite limited experience. His dominant 1200m victory, combined with the crucial inside barrier and light weight, provides significant tactical advantages. The class rise is concerning but his raw ability and positioning advantages make him a strong winning chance.
Gambino represents solid each-way value despite recent poor form. The second up angle and class concerns create risk but the upside potential justifies inclusion.
His outstanding first up record, proven distance ability, and crucial inside barrier create a compelling case. The extended spell is worrying but his fresh record and track positioning make him worth a speculative investment.
- 1st13Synergy In Motion$14.00
- 2nd3Simply ExcelsRyan Maloney$3.50
- 3rd9AdranosAngela Jones$3.10
- 4th11MeldubiousH Van Der Hoven$4.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Synergy In Motion | 8 | Adam Campton | 57kg | $14.00 | |
| 2nd | 3 | Simply Excels | 12 | Ryan Maloney | T J Gollan | 60.5kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Adranos | 1 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 11 | Meldubious | 3 | H Van Der Hoven | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Kilman | 11 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Baltray | 7 | Luke Dempsey | L H Wheeler | 59kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Gambino | 4 | Justin Huxtable | K M Schweida | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 6 | River Ribble | 5 | Ceejay Graham | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Riviera Blue | 2 | Jace McMurray | Billy Healey | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Magic In Me | 9 | P Hamblin | G R Schwenke | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Keenan | 13 | Billy Healey | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Keep Safe | 6 | R L Heathcote | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | First Man | 10 | P L Shailer | 59kg |
Ladbrokes Blackbook (Bm65)
Joy A Plenty presents outstanding value from the perfect barrier 1 draw at Doomben's leader-friendly 1200m. Her recent Gold Coast win demonstrates current form, while her good track record (3 wins from 5 starts) suits today's conditions.
Pocketmoney arrives in peak form following a strong second at Ipswich. Her upward trajectory and the Munce stable's preparation make her a serious winning chance despite limited experience at this level.
Ivy Dexstress brings perfect credentials at Doomben with a 100% strike rate at this track and distance. Her first-up record and the Gollan stable's expertise with fresh horses are major positives. However, the long spell and wide barrier present challenges in this competitive field.
The significant class drop and previous Doomben experience provide hope despite the long spell.
- 1st14Ivy DexstressEmily Lang$2.80
- 2nd13MehretuAngela Jones$4.20
- 3rd6Joy A PlentyK H Zechner$13.00
- 4th9That''s InterestingMorgan Butler$26.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | Ivy Dexstress | 9 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 13 | Mehretu | 7 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 6 | Joy A Plenty | 1 | K H Zechner | D J Hansen | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 9 | That''s Interesting | 8 | Morgan Butler | L D Wanless | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Moscow Circus | 6 | Cobi Vitler | M J Dunn | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Pocketmoney | 4 | S Rutledge | Chris & Corey Munce | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Electric Arrow | 10 | Chelsea Baker | K R Kemp | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Grand Meteor | 17 | Ryan Maloney | T J Gollan | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Fortuneer | 3 | Jace McMurray | Renita Beaton | 60kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Merchant Lady | 12 | Corey Sutherland | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Zoufani | 11 | T J Gollan | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Bollinger Miss | 13 | Tahlia Fenlon | Chris & Corey Munce | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Creativity Miss | 2 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | J W Mason | 60kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Salt Lake Betty | 5 | Daniel Moor | Desleigh Forster | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Vos Savant | 14 | B J Lockwood | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Deep Tiara | 15 | Cody Collis | K M Schweida | 56kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Rubydoo | 16 | Mark Renehan | 57.5kg |
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