Caulfield tips and results

Our price $8.00 · SP $8.50 · Ben Allen

Her recent form is improving with a solid 6th in Group 3 company last start. The likely fast tempo should suit her racing pattern, and she's drawn to get a good position from barrier 7. Ben Allen stays aboard which is a positive sign. First attempt at 1400m but should handle it based on her racing style.

Our price $6.00 · SP $9.50 · Lachlan Neindorf

Matahga brings a strong record of 2 wins and 1 placing from 3 starts including success in Listed company. Has won over this distance and is resuming from a spell with a tongue tie going on for the first time. His first-up record shows he may need the run (0-1-0) but his class could overcome that.

Our price $3.80 · SP $2.70 · Mark Zahra

Engine Of War brings progressive form with a consistent 1-1-1 record from just 3 starts. His last-start second at Flemington over 1800m behind Autumn Mystery reads strongly for this, finishing alongside Miewa. The step to 2000m looks ideal based on his strong finishing efforts.

Our price $4.20 · SP $5.50 · Luke Currie

His third placing two starts back over 1800m at Flemington reads well for this, and the step to 2000m should suit. Luke Currie's booking is a positive.

Our price $5.50 · SP $8.00 · Jamie Mott

Yum brings winning form at this track, having taken out a Listed race over 1400m at Caulfield two starts back. She followed that with a solid 6th in Group 2 company at Flemington. Her on-pace racing style could be advantageous if she can cross and find cover from barrier 11.

Our price $15.00 · SP $20.00 · Ben Allen

While barrier 10 isn't ideal at Caulfield over 2000m, her closing style and proven stamina make her a genuine each-way chance.

Our price $3.20 · SP $4.40 · Lachlan Neindorf

Mcgaw brings the strongest credentials with a last-start Group 2 win and perfect barrier draw for Caulfield's 1200m start. His track/distance record is excellent (2:1-1-0) and he thrives on good tracks (4:3-0-0). While carrying top weight is a challenge, his tactical speed from barrier 1 should allow him to secure an ideal position in a race with very fast predicted tempo.

Our price $8.00 · SP $12.00 · Beau Mertens

His record on good tracks is solid (6:2-1-0) and the 20-day spacing between runs is ideal.

Our price $6.50 · SP $7.00 · Mark Zahra

Her second-up record is excellent with 1 win and 2 placings from 4 attempts, and she's proven at stakes level with multiple wins. First-up run was solid and she should improve significantly here.

Our price $5.00 · SP $4.20 · Jye McNeil

Progressive 3yo filly with excellent recent form, placing second in consecutive Listed races. Gets in with just 54kg from the perfect inside draw which is crucial at Caulfield over 1100m. The combination of barrier advantage and weight relief makes her a major contender, though she lacks the proven class of the top selection.

Our price $4.00 · SP $3.80 · Harry Coffey

Arabian Summer brings strong credentials with a solid record at both the track (4:1-1-0) and distance (5:2-1-2). The McEvoy-trained mare has been competing consistently at Group level and has a good record when fresh. The 6-day backup is the main query.

Our price $31.00 · SP $51.00 · Celine Gaudray

His record at Caulfield (4:1-0-1) suggests he handles the track well.

Our price $10.00 · SP $12.00 · Nash Rawiller

Karinska brings strong recent form with a third placing in Group 1 company over this distance last start. Nash Rawiller is a significant jockey booking, and she should be suited by the fast tempo. Her form is improving with each run this preparation.

Our price $15.00 · SP $41.00 · Luke Currie

She's a last-start winner who's improving with each run and has a strong record on Good tracks. The wide barrier is a concern, but with the expected fast tempo, she could be finishing strongly late.

Our price $8.00 · SP $7.00 · Mark Zahra

This progressive 4YO has an impressive record at the distance (3 wins from 6 starts) and gets in well at the weights. While rising in class is a concern, his upward trajectory and the booking of Mark Zahra suggest he's ready for the challenge. His tactical versatility should allow him to find a good position from barrier 6.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.00 · Blake Shinn

While rising in class is a concern, he's well-weighted with 57kg and gets the services of Blake Shinn.

Our price $8.00 · SP $8.50 · Blake Shinn

Vauban brings world-class staying credentials with 9 wins from 27 starts including multiple Group victories. His recent form is excellent with a 5th in the Metropolitan showing he's acclimatized to Australian conditions. The Waterhouse/Bott stable excels with stayers and Blake Shinn is an elite jockey.

Our price $7.50 · SP $8.50 · Robbie Dolan

Royal Supremacy brings outstanding credentials as a last-start Group 1 winner of the Metropolitan (2400m), carrying just 51kg here. His progressive profile shows consistent improvement, with 5 wins from 13 starts including strong performances at this distance. The light weight is a significant advantage in this staying test, and his tactical versatility allows him to settle midfield and finish strongly. Robbie Dolan is riding in career-best form.

Our price $10.00 · SP $15.00 · Mark Zahra

Middle Earth offers excellent value with his strong international form and proven staying ability. With 5 wins from 15 starts including success at this distance (2-0-1), he has the class to win this. The good barrier draw (3) allows Mark Zahra to position him perfectly, and the Maher stable excels with imported stayers.

Our price $3.20 · SP $2.60 · Jordan Childs

Miraval Rose brings outstanding credentials with a perfect record at Caulfield over 1400m and excellent overall track statistics. Her recent form is impeccable with consecutive wins including a Group 2 victory at Flemington. The inside draw is manageable given her early speed and Caulfield's configuration favors on-pace runners.

Our price $4.50 · SP $7.00 · Mark Zahra

This progressive mare is on a sharp upward trajectory, finishing an excellent second in Group 2 company last start. The Mark Zahra engagement is significant, and she should get a perfect run from barrier 4. While she lacks the experience of some rivals, her ceiling is high.