Viking Sun brings the strongest form credentials to this maiden, having placed in 3 of 4 starts including a close second at this track on similar going. The gelding handles soft tracks well and has tactical versatility to settle midfield.
Queensland · Thursday 9 October 2025
Rockhampton tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Rockhampton. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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TAB Mdn Plate
Oh Pretty Emma should improve second-up from a spell after a reasonable 6th at Toowoomba last start. The inside-middle draw suits at Rockhampton, and she gets in with a light weight. Expect natural second-up progression.
The inside barrier is perfect at Rockhampton, and the significant gear changes (winkers on, ear muffs off) could spark improvement.
Marrero was well beaten on debut but gets significant gear changes here which could spark improvement. From barrier 3, he should be able to use his early speed to take up a forward position in a race that should suit on-pace runners at the 1100m start. The experienced Chris McIver takes the ride, and second-start improvement is often significant in maidens.
- 1st5Atlantic RainRyan Wiggins$2.25
- 2nd3Viking SunSean Cormack$3.80
- 3rd7Oh Pretty EmmaLeslie Tilley$2.90
- 4th2Ready Made MiracleTom Orr$26.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Atlantic Rain | 7 | Ryan Wiggins | Clinton Taylor | 56kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 3 | Viking Sun | 6 | Sean Cormack | I P Prizeman | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 3rd | 7 | Oh Pretty Emma | 5 | Leslie Tilley | William Kropp | 56kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 2 | Ready Made Miracle | 2 | Tom Orr | Shane Sigvart | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Marrero | 3 | Chris Mc Iver | Kris Hansen | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Ask Me Harry | 1 | Tasha Chambers | K E Hansen | 56kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Eminen | 4 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Stephen Rundle | 56kg |
Great Northern Plate (C3)
Outwitted brings the strongest credentials with an exceptional record at Rockhampton and proven ability on soft tracks. The inside barrier is ideal given the track bias favoring inside gates, and his recent form has been consistent. Ashley Butler knows this horse well and has been aboard for recent placings.
Second-up today after a 31-day break, she's well-weighted and has tactical speed. The class rise is significant, and she's unproven at this track and on soft surfaces.
Tipsy Tiger brings solid form into this race, winning last start and showing consistent performances. She's well-drawn in barrier 4 and has an excellent record on soft tracks which suits today's conditions.
Her record on soft tracks is solid, and the slight class drop should help her chances significantly.
- 1st2Gee Eye WhyChris Mc Iver$19.00
- 2nd3Snazzy SnitzelNikki Olzard$8.00
- 3rd7Kathy''s RoseRyan Wiggins$3.60
- 4th6Impactfull MissTasha Chambers$31.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Gee Eye Why | 8 | Chris Mc Iver | J E McConachy | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Snazzy Snitzel | 3 | Nikki Olzard | John Poots | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Kathy''s Rose | 7 | Ryan Wiggins | Clinton Taylor | 56.5kg | $3.60 |
| 4th | 6 | Impactfull Miss | 2 | Tasha Chambers | Ryan Ibbotson | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Tipsy Tiger | 4 | W G Satherley | Ms G Bell | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Making History | 5 | Ms G Cartwright | Tim Cook | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Outwitted | 1 | Ashley Butler | Tim Cook | 60kg | $3.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Athletica | 6 | Leslie Tilley | Shane Sigvart | 57kg | $7.50 |
Secure Last Caulfield Cup Tickets (Bm65)
Her outstanding soft track record (17: 4-3-6) gives her a significant edge on today's Soft 5 surface. With the race likely to have moderate-fast tempo and a track bias favoring backmarkers, her midfield position and strong finishing burst make her the standout selection.
His decent soft track record (10: 2-1-1) suggests he'll handle today's conditions, and he's nicely weighted with 56.5kg. While drawn widest, the long run to the first turn at Rockhampton should allow him to find a position, and his midfield running style aligns perfectly with the track bias favoring backmarkers.
Svindal represents a significant overlay dropping in class from recent Open company races. While his soft track record is poor (18: 1-0-4), the current track bias strongly favoring backmarkers (20% win rate) perfectly suits his running style.
Outta Control represents a speculative value play first up from a long spell. His first-up record shows 1 win from 2 starts, and his backmarker running style aligns with the current track bias favoring closers.
- 1st3Woodstock RockRyan Wiggins$1.65
- 2nd2Pretty SlickAshley Butler$4.80
- 3rd6Lets Dance JandyLeslie Tilley$4.80
- 4th5Cinderella ManTom Orr$21.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Woodstock Rock | 3 | Ryan Wiggins | Clinton Taylor | 59.5kg | $1.65 |
| 2nd | 2 | Pretty Slick | 6 | Ashley Butler | Ricky Vale | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 6 | Lets Dance Jandy | 7 | Leslie Tilley | M A Kropp | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 5 | Cinderella Man | 2 | Tom Orr | Alan Joseph Jones | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Outta Control | 5 | Ms G Cartwright | Tim Cook | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Svindal | 4 | Sean Cormack | I P Prizeman | 63kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Outwitted | 1 | Tim Cook | 59kg |
Quest Apartments Rockhampton Hcp (55)
Progressive 3yo filly with excellent recent form, winning her last two starts impressively. While she's rising in class and drawn wide, her tactical versatility and proven soft track form make her the standout selection. The inside bias at Rockhampton should be manageable given her early speed.
Consistent mare with excellent track and distance credentials (1-1-1 from 4 starts). Recent form is solid with a close 2nd last start at this track. While carrying top weight and drawn wide, her proven ability at Rockhampton and consistent placing record make her a genuine contender. The wide barrier is the main concern given the track's inside bias.
Recent form is solid with a 2nd last start and she's drawn perfectly in barrier 3 to take advantage of the inside bias.
Experienced mare with the perfect barrier 1 draw to capitalize on Rockhampton's inside bias. Has a strong record at this distance (2-2-1 from 15 starts) and performs well on soft tracks (2-1-1 from 9 starts).
- 1st9Love My Louis$12.00
- 2nd2Discovered GoldRaul Silvera Olivera$1.85
- 3rd10Awesome MissMs G Cartwright$15.00
- 4th5Ruby SevensNikki Olzard$2.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Love My Louis | 1 | D J Schultz | 54kg | $12.00 | |
| 2nd | 2 | Discovered Gold | 9 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Kevin Miller | 58kg | $1.85 |
| 3rd | 10 | Awesome Miss | 3 | Ms G Cartwright | Damien Rideout | 54kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Ruby Sevens | 10 | Nikki Olzard | J E McConachy | 52.5kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 3 | Tenner | 11 | Gabrielle Semmens | Ms L Horstman | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Super Slick | 5 | W G Satherley | W H Trimble | 54kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Barry''s Galah | 4 | Chris Mc Iver | Alan Joseph Jones | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Kick And Win | 6 | Leslie Tilley | Darryl Johnston | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Outta Control | 7 | Tim Cook | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Araceli | 2 | Tasha Chambers | W H Trimble | 55kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Bull Dimple Rum | 8 | Jessica Kuhn | 54kg |
RTCQ Office Technology Mdn Plate
The gelding has drawn perfectly in barrier 3 to take advantage of the likely fast tempo, settling midfield before unleashing a strong finish. His best time at the distance is competitive, and the addition of winkers first time should sharpen him up.
Three Tees is second-up from a spell and has drawn ideally in barrier 6. While yet to break through for a win, his consistent form suggests he's ready to peak second-up, and the likely fast tempo should suit his running style.
Boom Crusher brings strong Rockhampton form with 3 placings from 5 starts at the track. He's a consistent performer with 8 placings from 21 starts and has a decent first-up record. The gelding is well-drawn in barrier 4 and should be able to use his early speed to take up a forward position. The return to blinkers is a positive gear change.
His last start second placing shows he's in good form, and the return of the tongue tie is a positive gear change.
- 1st1Boom CrusherSean Cormack$3.40
- 2nd8Three TeesNikki Olzard$4.40
- 3rd6Rum RunnerMs G Cartwright$11.00
- 4th7The PublicanTom Orr$7.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Boom Crusher | 4 | Sean Cormack | Darryl Johnston | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 8 | Three Tees | 6 | Nikki Olzard | Tim Cook | 55kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 6 | Rum Runner | 8 | Ms G Cartwright | David Micallef | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 7 | The Publican | 9 | Tom Orr | Darryl Johnston | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Lustrous Sins | 1 | Chris Mc Iver | Jessica Kuhn | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Pitleco Lass | 5 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Jessica Kuhn | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Moscow City | 3 | Leslie Tilley | Ricky Vale | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 8th | 5 | Office Politics | 7 | Tasha Chambers | Kris Hansen | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Green Chai | 2 | Gabrielle Semmens | Stephen Rundle | 56kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Intrepid Lad | 10 | Ricky Vale | 58kg |
Korte Group (Bm65)
Pepperdine brings the strongest credentials with an outstanding record at Rockhampton (5-1-1) and recent winning form. Has proven ability at the track and distance (1-0-1) and handles soft conditions (1-1-1). Despite the top weight of 62kg, his class edge and consistency make him the standout. The wide barrier is mitigated by his tactical versatility and the long run into the first turn at Rockhampton.
One Thing Counts brings solid credentials with a strong record at the mile (2-2-0) and consistent recent performances. The good barrier draw and ability to handle soft conditions are significant positives. While unproven at Rockhampton, his tactical versatility should allow him to settle midfield and finish strongly. The moderate tempo should suit his racing pattern, and he's well-weighted compared to the top selection.
Prepotent brings strong credentials with a good record at Rockhampton (2-2-5) and proven ability at the track and distance (1-0-1). The inside barrier draw is a significant advantage, allowing him to utilize his natural speed to lead or sit prominently. While the weight is a concern, his tactical advantage and track knowledge make him a genuine contender.
General Wolffe represents excellent value with his outstanding record at Rockhampton over the mile (1-3-1). The significant weight relief with 53kg is a major advantage, and his barrier draw allows for a positive position in running. While his win strike rate is low, his place record is solid, and he's consistently competitive at this level.
- 1st1PepperdineRyan Wiggins$2.80
- 2nd2PrepotentChris Mc Iver$6.00
- 3rd9Native BeeMs G Cartwright$41.00
- 4th8Peaking TomRaul Silvera Olivera$8.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Pepperdine | 9 | Ryan Wiggins | Alisha Taylor | 62kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Prepotent | 2 | Chris Mc Iver | Jessica Kuhn | 61kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Native Bee | 7 | Ms G Cartwright | Damien Rideout | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Peaking Tom | 1 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Jessica Kuhn | 54kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 3 | One Thing Counts | 3 | Ashley Butler | Clinton Taylor | 59.5kg | $2.80 |
| 6th | 7 | All Business | 5 | Nikki Olzard | Alan Joseph Jones | 52.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 6 | General Wolffe | 6 | Tom Orr | Michael Stephens | 53kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Three Gongs | 4 | Leslie Tilley | G J Teal | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Take The Lead | 8 | Sean Cormack | Kale Sinclair | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
Latter Kennedy (Bm55)
His recent form includes a win three starts back at Rockhampton and a solid placing two starts ago. While his last run was only fair (5th), he's shown versatility in racing patterns and performs well on soft tracks. The 1300m is a slight query but his racing style suggests it should suit.
Darling Clementine brings strong recent form with a 2nd placing just 7 days ago over 1200m at this track. Her barrier 6 draw is advantageous and she's proven at the track and distance. The significant class rise and weight (59.5kg) are concerns, but her overall profile suggests she'll be competitive.
His barrier 4 draw is advantageous and his form is trending upward with a 4th placing last start.
He carries just 55kg and should be suited by the likely fast tempo. While his barrier 10 draw isn't ideal and he lacks wins at the track, his consistent recent form and weight advantage make him an appealing value proposition. His 6th placing last start was better than it looks on paper.
- 1st2Darling ClementineW G Satherley$2.50
- 2nd7Yes I''m UglyLeslie Tilley$3.30
- 3rd3Santorini SummerChris Mc Iver$21.00
- 4th1Pride Of SavabellaRyan Wiggins$7.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Darling Clementine | 6 | W G Satherley | D W Gardiner | 59.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Yes I''m Ugly | 9 | Leslie Tilley | William Kropp | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 3 | Santorini Summer | 13 | Chris Mc Iver | Alan Joseph Jones | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Pride Of Savabella | 12 | Ryan Wiggins | L F Birchley | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Belle''s Boy | 7 | Tom Orr | Ms L Horstman | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Bull Dimple Rum | 3 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Jessica Kuhn | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Our Heart Throb | 10 | Ms G Cartwright | Tim Cook | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Leica Bita Fun | 1 | Tasha Chambers | D J Schultz | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Spitzberg | 4 | Sean Cormack | I P Prizeman | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Mischief In Dubai | 2 | Nikki Olzard | Ms Z Hohn | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Lovezeladys | 8 | Gabrielle Semmens | G J Teal | 52.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Making History | 5 | Tim Cook | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Penseur Positif | 11 | Ashley Butler | Adam Briskey | 57.5kg |
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