Sequel brings the strongest form references having competed in Group and Open company. Now dropping to maiden grade with the perfect inside draw at Doomben, which is crucial at this track and distance. Her second-up pattern looks ideal and her recent Newcastle run was solid. The Waller stable places their horses perfectly and this looks a well-planned target.
Queensland · Wednesday 15 October 2025
Doomben tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Doomben. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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InsureBuild Mdn Plate
The Schweida stable knows how to win at this track and the significant class drop from previous assignments is a major positive. While yet to place, she's shown ability and should get the perfect run from her draw.
The Michael Freedman stable is dropping her significantly in class from Listed company, suggesting they've found the right race. The removal of blinkers could help her settle better and the good draw gives her options in the run.
She's placed at Doomben previously and drops significantly in class from Open company. The Matt Dunn stable can have them ready first-up and the booking of Andrew Mallyon is a positive.
- 1st9SequelDamien Thornton$3.80
- 2nd4Winning EditionChloe Wells$13.00
- 3rd10ShortcutAndrew Mallyon$8.00
- 4th8Our Girl ScarlettCejay Graham$3.70
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Sequel | 1 | Damien Thornton | C J Waller | 55.5kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Winning Edition | 5 | Chloe Wells | R L Heathcote | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Shortcut | 10 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Our Girl Scarlett | 2 | Cejay Graham | K M Schweida | 55.5kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 7 | Our Brave Lini | 3 | Leslie Tilley | William Kropp | 55.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Moon Jewel | 4 | Jace McMurray | Michael Freedman | 52.5kg | $3.40 |
| 7th | 5 | Caramelfudgesundae | 7 | Ben E Thompson | L F Birchley | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Farnesina | 6 | Justin Huxtable | Chris & Corey Munce | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Valourous Command | 8 | Corey Sutherland | Desleigh Forster | 55kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Extreme Taste | 12 | Barry Lockwood & Emma-Jane Vincent | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Star Cheval | 9 | Daniel Moor | Marcus Wilson | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Tilia | 13 | T J Gollan | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Boom Flyer | 11 | Michael Morrison | 58kg |
Pircsa Mdn Plate
Swag returns from a spell with the benefit of being gelded, which should see improvement. Drawn well in barrier 5, he should get a good position in the run. The gelding operation is a significant gear change that often improves performance.
Armes brings solid consistency with a second and third from just two career starts. From barrier 6, he should get a good midfield position. The Gollan stable is always dangerous at Doomben, and this gelding appears to be improving with racing experience.
Crocodile Pie is the unknown quantity as a first starter, but several factors suggest potential value. The advantageous barrier 3 draw is perfect for Doomben's 1200m start where inside barriers are strongly favored. Trainer Kelly Schweida has an excellent record at this track, and the ear muffs pre-race only gear suggests they're focusing on race day performance.
- 1st5ArmesBen E Thompson$3.30
- 2nd12SwagRory Hutchings$2.10
- 3rd4StabilizerStacey Callow$201.00
- 4th2Express StarTahlia Fenlon$31.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Armes | 6 | Ben E Thompson | T J Gollan | 55.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 12 | Swag | 5 | Rory Hutchings | Michael Freedman | 55.5kg | $2.10 |
| 3rd | 4 | Stabilizer | 12 | Stacey Callow | B C Baker | 55kg | $201.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Express Star | 1 | Tahlia Fenlon | Donna Stanbridge | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Odin''s Mount | 2 | Daniel Moor | Renita Beaton | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Exceedingly Brazen | 4 | Robbie Dolan | Darren Bell | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Crocodile Pie | 3 | Cejay Graham | K M Schweida | 55.5kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 1 | Elrond | 8 | Justin Huxtable | Chris & Corey Munce | 58kg | |
| Scr | 3 | French Guy | 7 | Madeleine Wishart | Alan Boyd | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Devine Squire | 10 | Desleigh Forster | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | I Say I Say | 11 | R L Heathcote | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Strenuous | 9 | Damien Thornton | Marcus Wilson | 55.5kg |
Steamatic Mdn Hcp
The Tony Gollan-trained filly should appreciate the step up to 1200m and has the tactical speed to overcome the wide barrier.
The Chris & Corey Munce-trained gelding draws perfectly in barrier 3 and should utilize his early speed at a track that typically favors on-pace runners.
King Cobama showed promise on debut when finishing second at Sunshine Coast over this distance. The Michael Freedman-trained colt gets the services of claiming apprentice Jace McMurray which helps offset the wide barrier.
- 1st5Brave MonarchMartin Harley$5.50
- 2nd7CardonetteBen E Thompson$1.55
- 3rd16Mishani PrinceLeslie Tilley$101.00
- 4th8DialidaeLuke P Dempsey$6.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Brave Monarch | 3 | Martin Harley | Chris & Corey Munce | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Cardonette | 16 | Ben E Thompson | T J Gollan | 58kg | $1.55 |
| 3rd | 16 | Mishani Prince | 1 | Leslie Tilley | Donna Stanbridge | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Dialidae | 12 | Luke P Dempsey | Barry Lockwood & Emma-Jane Vincent | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 9 | On Point Pixie | 10 | Dylan Turner | P L Shailer | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 17 | Mishani Witness | 11 | Tiffani Brooker | Donna Stanbridge | 57kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 1 | King Cobama | 17 | Jace McMurray | Michael Freedman | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Urban Princess | 13 | Rory Hutchings | Brent Gray | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Tilia | 8 | Cejay Graham | T J Gollan | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 6 | I Say I Say | 4 | Damien Thornton | R L Heathcote | 59kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Armes | 6 | T J Gollan | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Crocodile Pie | 9 | K M Schweida | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Odin''s Mount | 5 | Renita Beaton | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Our Brave Lini | 14 | William Kropp | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Our Girl Scarlett | 15 | K M Schweida | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Caramelfudgesundae | 2 | L F Birchley | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Exceedingly Brazen | 7 | Darren Bell | 58.5kg |
Ezy Projects (Bm68)
Ichiban brings excellent Doomben credentials with a record of 8: 2-2-1 at the track and 2: 0-2-0 at the track and distance. The perfect barrier draw (1) is a significant advantage at Doomben, especially over staying trips. He's likely to lead or be on-pace in a race that should suit his running style given Doomben's leader-friendly configuration. While his win rate isn't exceptional, his consistency and track suitability make him a genuine chance.
Wowzino brings strong recent form into this race with a last-start win over 1800m. While this is his first attempt at 2050m, his strong finishing ability suggests the distance will suit. Ryan Maloney aboard is a significant positive, but from barrier 5 he may settle midfield which isn't ideal at Doomben.
Counter brings a strong record at Doomben over this distance (2: 2-0-0) which is a significant positive. The inside barrier draw is advantageous at Doomben, and he should get an ideal run. While his overall win rate is modest, his track-specific form makes him a genuine chance.
Tarex represents outstanding value given his excellent record at Doomben over this distance (3: 2-0-0). While his last start was disappointing, he won over this distance just two starts back and has a strong overall record at this track (12: 3-1-1).
- 1st8MannerheimBen E Thompson$4.40
- 2nd6Let FlyJai Williams$8.00
- 3rd5WowzinoRyan Maloney$2.80
- 4th9CounterDaniel Moor$9.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Mannerheim | 6 | Ben E Thompson | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 6 | Let Fly | 11 | Jai Williams | Corey & Kylie Geran | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Wowzino | 5 | Ryan Maloney | David Vandyke | 59kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 9 | Counter | 2 | Daniel Moor | Corey & Kylie Geran | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Suprendre | 7 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Phil Bobic | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Ichiban | 1 | Cobi Vitler | C J Waller | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Tarex | 9 | Adin Thompson | L J Mayfield-Smith | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Marenaro | 10 | Jasper Franklin | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Harley Charlie | 8 | Cejay Graham | T B Thomas | 52kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Winning Side | 3 | Damien Thornton | Declan Maher | 59kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Divakara | 12 | S W Kendrick | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Spill The Secret | 4 | Robbie Dolan | M J Lakey | 57kg |
National Leak Detection (Bm65)
His on-pace racing style is perfectly suited to Doomben's leader-friendly configuration. The gear change (cross-over nose band off, hanoverian nose band on) could sharpen him up. The wide barrier (12) is the main concern, but he has the early speed to overcome it and find a forward position in a race with fast tempo.
Drops significantly in class after competing in BM90 company last start where he wasn't disgraced. The perfect barrier draw (2) is crucial at Doomben's tight track, and his tactical speed should see him settle in an ideal position. The step up to 1650m is the query, but his racing pattern suggests he'll handle it.
Kaffir Lily comes into this second-up from a spell with natural improvement expected. The lightweight of 55kg is a significant advantage, and she's drawn perfectly in barrier 4 to take advantage of Doomben's tight track. While she's unproven at the distance and at Doomben, her racing pattern suggests she'll handle both. Jake Bayliss is a positive jockey booking.
The first-time application of pacifiers could sharpen her focus, and the booking of quality jockey Ryan Maloney is significant. While she lacks experience at both Doomben and this distance, her Sydney form suggests she has the class to be competitive here, making her an attractive value proposition.
- 1st11Kaffir LilyJake Bayliss$4.00
- 2nd4HereditaryJasper Franklin$19.00
- 3rd2American PhireballJai Williams$5.50
- 4th1Holy FlashCorey Sutherland$21.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Kaffir Lily | 4 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Hereditary | 7 | Jasper Franklin | T J Hurley | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | American Phireball | 12 | Jai Williams | L D Kelly | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Holy Flash | 11 | Corey Sutherland | P P Jenkins | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Smart Action | 2 | Tahlia Fenlon | Michael Morrison | 57kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Big Ticket Boy | 5 | Tiffani Brooker | L J Gough | 61kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Kind Wish | 1 | Ben E Thompson | Louise White | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Outburst | 9 | Jace McMurray | M J Lakey | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Iron Grace | 8 | Heavelon Van Der Hoven | S J Morrisey | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Desiah | 6 | Ryan Maloney | T B Thomas | 60kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Suprendre | 3 | Phil Bobic | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Deep Dawn | 10 | R L Heathcote | 55kg |
Johns Lyng Group (Bm70)
Caspernova brings the strongest credentials with excellent Doomben form (4: 1-3-0) including a win and place at this track/distance. While carrying top weight, he's proven capable under similar conditions and has drawn ideally in barrier 6 for this tight-turning track. The consistent placegetter (69%) appears perfectly placed to return to the winner's circle.
Second-up today with a good second-up record (3: 1-0-0), he's dropping in class from his last start where he ran a creditable 4th. The addition of blinkers first time could sharpen him up. The wide barrier is the main concern at this tight-turning track.
Fortuneer brings a strong second-up profile (3: 1-0-0) and has drawn perfectly in barrier 2 for Doomben's tight-turning track. Her record at this distance is excellent (6: 1-2-1) and she's dropping significantly in class from her previous campaigns where she competed in Listed races. Has won at Doomben previously and should get an ideal run from the inside gate.
One Beat No Beat represents excellent value given her consistent recent form, finishing 4th at her last two starts. The quick backup (11 days) suggests she's fit and the addition of blinkers first time could provide the edge she needs. While this is a class rise, she gets in with a light weight and has the services of quality jockey Jake Bayliss. Her backmarker style should be suited by the expected fast tempo.
- 1st1CaspernovaJace McMurray$2.60
- 2nd10GelatinDaniel Moor$5.50
- 3rd9FortuneerJustin Huxtable$5.50
- 4th5Show Me MercyJai Williams$10.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Caspernova | 6 | Jace McMurray | R L Heathcote | 60kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 10 | Gelatin | 3 | Daniel Moor | T J Gollan | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Fortuneer | 2 | Justin Huxtable | Renita Beaton | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Show Me Mercy | 4 | Jai Williams | S W Kendrick | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Toro Strike | 9 | Tiffani Brooker | J W Mason | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 12 | One Beat No Beat | 10 | Jake Bayliss | David Vandyke | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 2 | Beau Witness | 5 | Stacey Callow | B C Baker | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 7 | I Am A Marvel | 1 | Ben E Thompson | R L Heathcote | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Billionair Baby | 7 | R L Heathcote | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Code In Time | 12 | Cody Collis | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Kodiak | 11 | R L Heathcote | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Capital Asset | 13 | S Strazzieri | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Anarita | 8 | Heavelon Van Der Hoven | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54.5kg |
ARC Projects Hcp (C5)
The significant class drop from recent Open and Class 6 company is a major positive. While drawn wide, he has tactical speed to overcome this and has placed at this track and distance previously.
Casrock brings a significant weight advantage at just 52.5kg and has drawn perfectly in barrier 4 for Doomben's 1350m start. The mare has been racing consistently and should appreciate the Good track conditions. The inside draw will allow her to take up a forward position which is crucial at Doomben.
The 6yo gelding has a strong record on good tracks and should appreciate the conditions. His overall ability makes him a genuine contender despite the class rise.
Surfers Royale represents excellent value with a strong record at Doomben (1-1-1 from 5 starts). He's dropping slightly in class and should appreciate the Good track conditions. While his recent placings have been moderate, he has the ability to improve significantly at this track. The barrier draw allows him to take up a forward position which is crucial at Doomben.
- 1st8KodiakRobbie Dolan$8.50
- 2nd12CasrockCejay Graham$4.60
- 3rd10Surfers RoyaleAndrew Mallyon$6.00
- 4th6Billionair BabyBen E Thompson$4.80
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Kodiak | 8 | Robbie Dolan | R L Heathcote | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 12 | Casrock | 4 | Cejay Graham | K M Schweida | 52.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 10 | Surfers Royale | 6 | Andrew Mallyon | Billy Healey | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Billionair Baby | 7 | Ben E Thompson | R L Heathcote | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 11 | Electric Arrow | 2 | Madeleine Wishart | K R Kemp | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Prime Asset | 1 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Tonneofgrit | 9 | Jace McMurray | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Hasten Delight | 3 | Jasper Franklin | Peter Robl | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 5 | I See You Coming | 5 | Ryan Maloney | T B Thomas | 58kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Flywheel | 12 | R L Heathcote | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Caspernova | 11 | R L Heathcote | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | The Deputy | 10 | Dale Groves | 57kg |
Ladbrokes Mega Multi Plate (C1)
Has shown ability on soft tracks and draws perfectly in barrier 4 for this tight-turning track. Ben Thompson retains the ride after their impressive last-start victory.
Consistent gelding who has found form with two consecutive second placings. While his overall win record is modest, he's dropping significantly in class and his recent form suggests he's ready to break through. The tight-turning Doomben track should suit his racing pattern.
Drops back to Class 1 level here and the addition of winkers for the first time could see further improvement.
Lightly-raced gelding who won impressively at this track and distance last start. While stepping up significantly in class from a maiden, he's shown ability with a perfect record at both Doomben and this distance. The 49-day freshen-up is a query, but he's shown he can perform second-up with a placing previously.
- 1st3GambinoCody Collis$11.00
- 2nd1AdranosRyan Maloney$8.00
- 3rd13VovoBen E Thompson$1.95
- 4th11Easy LoveRory Hutchings$14.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Gambino | 5 | Cody Collis | K M Schweida | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Adranos | 9 | Ryan Maloney | T J Gollan | 60kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Vovo | 4 | Ben E Thompson | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | $1.95 |
| 4th | 11 | Easy Love | 8 | Rory Hutchings | David Vandyke | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 8 | San Gabriel | 1 | Daniel Moor | R L Heathcote | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Creativity Miss | 14 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | J W Mason | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Extreme Spirit | 3 | Jace McMurray | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Livalittle | 11 | Andrew Mallyon | T J Gollan | 60kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Golden Cross | 7 | Robbie Dolan | B J Dais | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Puff ''n'' Harry | 10 | Martin Harley | Barry Lockwood & Emma-Jane Vincent | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 11th | 20 | Shubman | 16 | B C Gill | 60kg | $201.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | Concoction | 15 | Stirling Osland | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Keenan | 12 | Billy Healey | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Sir Winnie | 20 | R G Lipp | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Some Style | 18 | T J Gollan | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Waku Waku | 13 | Heavelon Van Der Hoven | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Gagnante Enchere | 19 | S A Dwyer | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Bolshevic Road | 6 | R L Heathcote | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Port River Billie | 2 | Cejay Graham | K M Schweida | 58kg | |
| Scr | 19 | Desert Legend | 17 | Louise White | 60kg |
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