Flemington tips and results

Our price $12.00 · SP $13.00 · Harry Coffey

While the class rise is significant, the colt showed promise when fourth in Listed grade at Flemington earlier. Barrier 5 gives options, though he faces a stern test against more seasoned performers.

Our price $7.00 · SP $3.80 · Mark Zahra

Mark Zahra doesn't ride debutants lightly, and the gear changes indicate preparation.

Our price $3.50 · SP $3.20 · Craig Williams

Makdane profiles as the most likely winner with proven heavy track ability and strong recent form. Craig Williams stays aboard from barrier 1, ideal for the heavy conditions. While rising in class, his wet track record and current form trajectory suggest he's ready.

Our price $5.50 · SP $8.00 · Jamie Melham

Brave Miss comes off an impressive win at Cranbourne and boasts outstanding soft track credentials with 4 wins from 9 starts. While untested on heavy ground, her soft track dominance suggests she'll handle conditions. The Freedman stable targets this race well, though the class rise and wide barrier present challenges.

Our price $5.00 · SP $5.50 · Ethan Brown

Arabian Prince brings the best black-type form to this Listed race, having run 6th in the Group 3 Caulfield Classic last start. His 3rd at this track and distance in July was solid, and he's dropping in grade.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.60 · Blake Shinn

Champagne Hero was out of his depth in the Spring Champion but his prior Newcastle win shows ability. The Waterhouse/Bott stable rarely sends horses to Melbourne without being confident, and Blake Shinn's booking is significant. From barrier 14, he'll settle back and be running on strongly.

Our price $10.00 · SP $12.00 · Zac Spain

He won well last start and Jason Warren excels with progressive types.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.50 · Blake Shinn

While disappointing in Listed grade last start, that was over 1200m and the drop back to 1000m suits. The Hayes stable and Blake Shinn combination adds confidence, though the Heavy track is an unknown.

Our price $5.50 · SP $8.00 · Jamie Melham

Has winning form on heavy tracks which is crucial today, and gets in well at the weights with 54kg. Jamie Melham retains the ride which is positive. The class rise is significant but she's racing with confidence and the conditions suit perfectly.

Our price $7.00 · SP $4.80 · Joao Moreira

Chris Waller runner with the significant booking of Joao Moreira. Showed Group 1 ability when 3rd in NZ Derby and won well at Kembla last start. The minimum weight of 53kg helps offset the class rise. Main concerns are the heavy track (unproven) and the 2800m distance, but the elite connections and recent form warrant respect.

Our price $8.50 · SP $10.00 · Patrick Moloney

Veteran stayer who ran 3rd in Group 3 Bendigo Cup last start showing he's in form. While his heavy track record is concerning (0 wins from 8 starts), he has placed on the surface. Drawn well in barrier 6 and Patrick Moloney retains the ride.

Our price $5.00 · SP $4.20 · Craig Williams

Athanatos represents the progressive 4yo angle with strong credentials. His G1 Caulfield Guineas fourth last start demonstrates he belongs at this level. The Flemington record includes a win, and Craig Williams' booking is a positive gear change. Maps to get back and run on in what shapes as a fast tempo.

Our price $9.00 · SP $9.00 · Jye McNeil

Valiant King won the Bart Cummings at this track before running third in the Caulfield Cup. The 51kg weight is ideal for the heavy conditions and he's proven in the wet. While his overall win rate is modest, his recent form at the highest level and track experience give him strong claims.

Our price $11.00 · SP $5.50 · Stephane Pasquier

French raider Presage Nocturne ran fourth in the Caulfield Cup showing he's acclimatized well. His heavy track record is excellent and he's won at Group level over 3000m in France. The 55.5kg is workable given his class, making him a genuine top-three chance.

Our price $12.00 · SP $41.00 · Harry Coffey

Onesmoothoperator won the Moonee Valley Cup impressively last start and gets in with just 52kg.

Our price $4.00 · SP $5.00 · Jordan Childs

Ludlum represents exceptional value as an improving type with a perfect record. While the class rise is significant, his raw ability and improvement trajectory suggest he can measure up at this level on a heavy track that will level the playing field.

Our price $7.00 · SP $5.50 · James Mc Donald

Navy Pilot has the class edge with Group 1 experience and a previous Flemington placing. While recent form has been disappointing, the drop back from Group 1 company and McDonald's booking suggest connections expect improvement.

Our price $6.50 · SP $7.00 · Michael Dee

Bacash brings winning form and proven 1400m ability. While the heavy track is an unknown, his consistent record and recent Caulfield win suggest he can handle the class rise. The Hayes stable rarely brings unprepared horses to big races, making him a solid each-way prospect.

Our price $3.50 · SP $1.80 · Tim Clark

This lightly-raced mare has been dominant with 4 wins from 5 starts. Her last start win at Caulfield was emphatic, and while this is a significant class rise, her raw ability and perfect preparation suggest she can measure up. The 55kg weight and inside barrier are ideal for Clark to position her perfectly in what shapes as a fast-tempo race.

Our price $7.00 · SP $7.50 · Jamie Melham

The defending champion returns with strong credentials despite the wide draw. Her course record and proven ability at this level make her a major player. The fast tempo will suit her closing style, and from barrier 15, Mott can ride for luck.

Our price $8.50 · SP $13.00 · James Mc Donald

Waller's mare has been knocking on the door at Group level with consistent placings. The barrier 8 draw is perfect for McDonald to have her in the first four, and the strong tempo will suit her finishing burst.