Warrnambool tips and results

Our price $3.00 · SP $2.50 · Linda Meech

The Tom Dabernig-trained runner has secured the services of top jockey Linda Meech, suggesting connections expect a forward showing. While the barrier 9 draw isn't ideal, the likely fast tempo should allow him to find a position midfield and finish strongly.

Our price $6.00 · SP $9.00 · Declan Bates

The mare is first-up from a spell but has shown ability fresh in the past.

Our price $3.20 · SP $4.40 · Celine Gaudray

The Hayes-trained gelding is improving with each run and should be at peak fitness third-up. His good track record is excellent with two seconds from two attempts. With a nice draw and weight advantage as a 3YO, he represents the main danger to the top selection.

Our price $4.80 · SP $5.00 · Ryan Houston

Lord Coda brings solid recent form to this race, having placed in 2 of his last 3 starts including a good third last time at Tatura. With a good draw, weight advantage as a 3YO, and from a powerful stable, he should be competitive again and can fight out the finish.

Our price $7.00 · SP $5.50 · Craig Newitt

Zwasp represents excellent value in this field. With 2 seconds and 3 thirds from 16 starts, he's been a consistent performer in maidens.

Our price $8.00 · SP $26.00 · Christopher Pang

No One Else brings solid consistent form into this race with placings at his last two starts. The wide barrier is a concern at Warrnambool, but his racing pattern suggests he'll get back and run on, which could work if the tempo is genuine.

Our price $6.50 · SP $18.00 · Celine Gaudray

The Hayes stable knows how to prepare a maiden winner, and the booking of Celine Gaudray is significant.

Our price $15.00 · SP $21.00 · Teodore Nugent

The gear change (ear muffs off) could spark improvement, and the booking of Teodore Nugent is a positive.

Our price $12.00 · SP $21.00 · Will Gordon

He has an excellent record at this track (8:0-2-0) and distance (6:0-2-0), and ran a good 2nd two starts back at this course. The inside barrier is advantageous based on track bias data, and he drops significantly in class here.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.50 · Tom Madden

The Kill Club brings a progressive profile with an excellent place strike rate of 75%. First-up today, her record when fresh shows she performs well without a lead-up run. While stepping up significantly in class, her wet track credentials provide insurance if conditions deteriorate. The main query is the distance, having never raced beyond 905m, but her racing pattern suggests she'll handle it.

Our price $7.50 · SP $21.00 · Carleen Hefel

The inside draw could be tricky with the predicted fast tempo, but her experience should help navigate.

Our price $4.50 · SP $9.50 · Melissa Julius

He's Godspeed brings the strongest combination of track experience, distance suitability and recent form. His excellent record at Warrnambool (1 win, 1 third from 3 starts) is complemented by strong distance statistics. The main danger to beat.

Our price $3.20 · SP $2.45 · Linda Meech

Progressive 3YO who was impressive winning over this track and distance last start in heavy conditions. While stepping up significantly in class from maiden grade, he receives weight from his more experienced rivals and has the services of Linda Meech who knows this track exceptionally well. His heavy track credentials are a significant plus, but the class rise is substantial.

Our price $6.00 · SP $3.60 · John Allen

The addition of winkers first time and the booking of John Allen are significant positives. While unproven at this track and distance, his raw ability and progressive profile suggest he can be competitive fresh.

Our price $12.00 · SP $41.00 · Luke Williams

Experienced campaigner with an excellent record at Warrnambool (2 wins, 2 seconds, 3 thirds from 14 starts) and proven heavy track form (3 wins from 11 starts). His recent form has been consistent with a 3rd and 4th in his last two starts.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.60 · Ryan Houston

Four-year-old mare with impressive recent form including a win three starts back and a close second two starts ago. Drops in class from BM66 last start and has a strong record at this distance. Proven performer on Good tracks with 2 wins from 4 starts and should get a perfect midfield position from barrier 8.

Our price $5.00 · SP $10.00 · Billy Egan

Four-year-old gelding with consistent form, finishing 4th last start at Kilmore. Has a strong place record of 43% and performs well on Good tracks (0-1-1 from 4). Dropping in class from his last start and should appreciate the return to 1200m where he has placed 3 times from 3 attempts. The wide barrier and top weight are concerns, but his consistency makes him a solid place chance.

Our price $12.00 · SP $18.00 · Brad Rawiller

Has extensive experience at this distance (2-5-0 from 24 starts) and has been racing in stronger company. The quick backup is a slight concern, but he's shown he can perform with limited recovery time.

Our price $4.50 · SP $6.00 · Tom Madden

Side Piece brings the strongest recent form into this race with an impressive win last start at this track and distance. Has a strong record on heavy tracks with 2 wins from 5 starts, which is crucial given the likely conditions. While facing a significant class rise and wide barrier, his proven ability at the track and distance plus strong recent form make him the standout. The Tom Madden/Aaron Purcell combination adds further confidence.

Our price $4.20 · SP $4.60 · Billy Egan

Rasp brings strong recent form into this race with a close 2nd last start over this distance. The moderate-fast tempo should suit his running style, and he has proven ability at the track and distance. Well-weighted with 59kg but limited wet track experience is a concern if conditions deteriorate.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.00 · Declan Bates

Lightly-raced mare showing good progression with a strong 3rd last start at similar class level. Gets the perfect draw in barrier 1 which should allow her to secure a good position. Has a positive second-up record with 1 win from 2 attempts in that pattern. While stepping up to 1700m for the first time, her racing style suggests the distance will suit. Represents good each-way value.

Our price $15.00 · SP $31.00 · Neil Farley

Has won 2 of his last 5 starts showing an improving pattern. While barrier 16 is a significant disadvantage, his versatile racing pattern should allow him to overcome this. The moderate-fast tempo should suit his running style and he handles all track conditions.