Townsville tips and results

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.00 · L Morrison

He's drawn well in barrier 3, which should allow him to utilize his early speed in a race with a likely fast tempo. The main negatives are his lack of wins or placings from 5 starts and carrying the equal top weight of 60kg.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.00 · Chris Whiteley

He's drawn perfectly in barrier 1, which is a significant advantage given the track bias favoring inside barriers. Chris Whiteley is an experienced jockey who knows how to win at Townsville. The horse is improving with each run and should be ready to peak third-up from a spell.

Our price $7.00 · SP $11.00 · Chris Whiteley

His recent form has been solid with a close second last start over 1750m, suggesting the mile will suit perfectly. The removal of blinkers could help him settle better, while the lightweight of 55kg is a significant advantage. Drawing the inside barrier at Townsville is beneficial, especially if he can hold a position just behind the leaders.

Our price $2.40 · SP $1.85 · Luke Dempsey

Old Gold returns from a 215-day spell as a newly gelded runner with strong credentials. The wide barrier is a concern at Townsville's 1000m start, but he has the early speed to overcome it. The tongue tie first time and removal of winkers are positive gear changes.

Our price $15.00 · SP $41.00 · Ron Stewart

The booking of Ron Stewart is a significant jockey upgrade, and she's dropping significantly in class from her previous starts.

Our price $3.50 · SP $3.60 · Sean Cormack

Singular brings strong credentials as a first-up performer (1-1-0 from 3) and the addition of blinkers should sharpen him up. He's dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger company and has a versatile racing pattern that should suit Townsville. While he lacks experience at this track and distance, his class edge and first-up record make him a genuine threat.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.50 · Adam Sewell

Rich Again brings solid recent form with a win and 3rd placing in his last three starts. While he lacks experience at this track and distance, his consistent form and tactical speed make him a genuine place chance in this field.

Our price $4.80 · SP $7.00 · Adam Sewell

Brave Agenda brings strong recent form after finishing 2nd in the same class last start. Her excellent record at this track and proven ability on soft going make her a genuine contender. Main danger to the top selection.

Our price $7.50 · SP $14.00 · L Morrison

Prince Akeem represents excellent value as he's second-up from a spell with a strong second-up record of 2 wins from 4 attempts. His track/distance credentials are impressive with 4 placings from 7 starts, and he's proven on soft tracks with 6 wins.

Our price $3.20 · SP $2.90 · Olivia Kendal

Going Nuclear brings the strongest combination of track/distance form and recent performance to this race. With 5 wins from 9 starts at Townsville including 2 from 4 at this distance, he's a proven performer at this venue. Well-drawn in barrier 6 with a light weight, he maps to get an ideal midfield position.

Our price $8.00 · SP $14.00 · Tom Orr

Acrophobic comes off a last-start win at Mackay over 1560m, carrying 60.5kg. He has a solid record at this distance with 3 wins from 12 starts and has won previously at Townsville. The main concerns are the top weight of 59kg and his inconsistent form pattern. However, his class and experience make him a genuine place chance in this field.

Our price $5.50 · SP $9.50 · Jackson Murphy

With 4 wins and 9 placings from 32 starts at Townsville, including 2 wins from 4 attempts at this track and distance, he's a proven performer at this venue. The inside barrier and light weight further enhance his chances in this race.

Our price $2.80 · SP $4.20 · L Morrison

His versatile racing pattern will allow him to settle midfield and avoid the anticipated speed battle up front. Has proven soft track ability and maintains peak fitness with just 8 days between runs. The class rise is offset by his current form cycle.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.00 · Jackson Murphy

The wide barrier is a concern, but his midfield racing pattern should allow him to find cover. The 44-day freshen-up could be a positive after his disappointing last start. While his recent form has tapered off, his class and ability make him a genuine contender.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.70 · Luke Dempsey

His soft track record is outstanding (11:4-1-1) and he draws the inside barrier which is advantageous at Townsville. While this is his first start at the track, his consistent form and ability to perform fresh offset this concern. The 23-day freshen-up should have him primed for this assignment.

Our price $4.20 · SP $10.00 · Ron Stewart

His Townsville record (1-1-1 from 5) is excellent, and he handles soft tracks well. Despite the wide barrier, his early speed should allow him to overcome this disadvantage. The 3YO gelding is improving with each run and represents clear value.

Our price $5.50 · SP $5.00 · Aidan Holt

Our Impact is second-up from a spell with an excellent second-up record. The 4YO gelding has performed well at Townsville (1-0-1 from 3) and draws perfectly in barrier 2. Main query is his first attempt on a soft track.

Our price $6.00 · SP $3.60 · Sean Cormack

The 6YO mare has a strong record at this track and distance (1-0-2 from 10) and handles soft tracks well (2-0-2 from 13). Drawing the inside barrier is a significant advantage at Townsville. Main concern is her low overall win strike rate of just 9%.

Our price $12.00 · SP $21.00 · Adam Sewell

His Townsville record is solid (1-2-1 from 7) and he handles soft tracks.