Moonee Valley tips and results

Our price $4.20 · SP $8.00 · Ben Allen

The Ben & Will Hayes-trained mare is perfectly drawn in barrier 3 to utilize her tactical speed at Moonee Valley, a track that heavily favors on-pace runners. Her recent dominant win at Mornington over a similar trip suggests she's in career-best form. Ben Allen knows her well and should give her every chance from the ideal draw.

Our price $6.00 · SP $5.50 · Craig Williams

From barrier 4, Craig Williams can position her ideally, though she typically settles midfield to back which is a concern at this track. Her two placings from two attempts at the mile show she handles the distance, and her previous placing at Moonee Valley is valuable experience.

Our price $4.20 · SP $7.00 · William A Stanley

Her record at 1000m is excellent with 2 wins from 4 starts, and she performs well on Good tracks. While barrier 9 is a concern at Moonee Valley, her tactical speed should allow her to overcome this. The significant class drop from previous Listed and Group races is a major advantage.

Our price $5.50 · SP $4.60 · Lachlan Neindorf

While first-up from a spell, the gelding showed significant ability on debut and should be well-prepared by the Stokes stable. Barrier 8 isn't ideal at Moonee Valley, but the fast tempo should allow him to find a position and utilize his strong finishing burst.

Our price $6.00 · SP $11.00 · Jye McNeil

Expeetee stands out with her exceptional record at Moonee Valley (4: 2-1-1) and specifically at this track and distance. The mare is perfectly drawn in barrier 3 to utilize her tactical speed at a venue that heavily favors on-pace runners. Her track experience is invaluable at this specialist venue.

Our price $7.00 · SP $8.50 · Zac Spain

Has proven ability at Moonee Valley (2: 0-1-1) and is well-weighted. The wide barrier is a major concern at this track, likely forcing her to settle back in a venue that heavily penalizes backmarkers. Her finishing ability will need to overcome the track bias.

Our price $9.00 · SP $10.00 · Daniel Stackhouse

So Brave brings winning form at Moonee Valley (1: 1-0-0) and consistent recent performances. Perfectly drawn in barrier 1 to utilize his tactical speed at a track that heavily favors leaders and inside draws. Daniel Stackhouse knows the horse well and the gelding has a good record at the distance (2: 1-0-0). The class rise is a concern, but his track experience and barrier advantage give him strong claims.

Our price $7.00 · SP $4.00 · Damian Lane

Princess Que brings strong Moonee Valley credentials with a win and two placings from three starts at the track. Her tactical speed should allow her to overcome the wider barrier, and Damian Lane is a significant booking. While her recent form has tapered off slightly, her track experience and proven ability at the distance make her a genuine contender.

Our price $12.00 · SP $31.00 · Craig Newitt

While she's rising in class and unproven at the track, her current form and tactical speed make her a genuine value chance.

Our price $8.00 · SP $7.50 · Daniel Stackhouse

Shirshov brings strong credentials with an excellent track and distance record (9:2-3-0) and consistent recent form. The addition of blinkers for the first time could sharpen him up, though the 62.5kg topweight is a concern.

Our price $9.00 · SP $11.00 · William A Stanley

His second-up record is strong with 1 win and 1 placing from 4 attempts, and barrier 2 is ideal for Moonee Valley's tight-turning layout. While rising in class, his consistent form and tactical speed make him well-suited to this track.

Our price $3.20 · SP $2.00 · Damian Lane

Well-drawn in barrier 3 to secure a forward position, which is crucial at Moonee Valley. Damian Lane's engagement is significant. However, the lack of Moonee Valley experience is a concern at a track that heavily favors specialists, and he's stepping up in class.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.40 · Ben Melham

Specialist at this track and distance with 2 wins from 2 attempts at Moonee Valley over 2500m. His overall record at the track (2-1-0 from 7 starts) is excellent. While he's a 9-year-old veteran now, his recent form has been consistent with a 4th last start in similar company.

Our price $7.50 · SP $12.00 · Craig Williams

Last start winner who drops in class here after taking out a similar race at Caulfield. Has strong form credentials with 6 wins from 29 starts and performs well on Good tracks (5 wins from 22 starts). The wide barrier is a concern at Moonee Valley, but Craig Williams should be able to navigate a path.

Our price $9.00 · SP $5.00 · Michael Dee

Consistent performer with excellent place credentials (8 placings from 27 starts) who comes off a strong 2nd in Group 3 company. Has proven ability at the distance (1-1-1 from 5 starts) and gets a good draw in barrier 6, which is crucial at Moonee Valley. The 55kg weight is advantageous, and Michael Dee is a quality jockey. Represents excellent each-way value.

Our price $5.50 · SP $2.70 · Damian Lane

Inncourt brings a progressive profile with 3 wins from just 6 starts including a last-start victory over this distance. The Damian Lane booking is significant, and he gets in with just 56.5kg. While facing a significant class rise and drawn awkwardly in barrier 10, his upside potential and weight advantage make him a genuine contender despite his lack of Moonee Valley experience.