Machine Man stands out on form with back-to-back seconds at 1400m and 1600m, demonstrating strong finishing strength ideal for the predicted moderate-fast tempo favoring closers. Soft track experience includes a place, and with Pannell riding, he's primed to break through in this maiden despite the barrier.
South Australia · Friday 14 November 2025
Bordertown tips and results
Our top pick won 4 of 7 races at Bordertown. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Sportsbet Fast Form Mdn Plate
Sir Aali benefits from a significant class drop and has shown good form with places at Port Augusta over near distances. Soft track is a query, but barrier 1 and recent fitness make him a solid place chance behind the top pick.
Cold Train drops in class after competing in tougher races, with solid soft track form including places on heavy/soft. As a first-up runner, his trainer's preparation is key, but recent wet performances and the track's backmarker bias suit his closing style.
Hasta La Oinkers is second up after a reasonable trial-like 6th at Naracoorte, improving from a poor debut. The inside barrier aids positioning in a moderate tempo, and as a lightly raced gelding, he has upside in this maiden.
- 1st6Machine ManTodd Pannell$2.35
- 2nd5Hasta La WizardCaitlin Jones$11.00
- 3rd8Sir AaliStacey Metcalfe$6.50
- 4th12StagetimeRochelle Milnes$10.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Machine Man | 13 | Todd Pannell | Andrew Bobbin | 58kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 5 | Hasta La Wizard | 3 | Caitlin Jones | Ms S Murphy | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Sir Aali | 1 | Stacey Metcalfe | P Huserot | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 12 | Stagetime | 5 | Rochelle Milnes | Gary Boyce | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Black Hex | 9 | Valentin Le Boeuf | Tammy Birnie | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Cold Train | 8 | Christine Puls | D Kolpin & V Hutchinson | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Hasta La Oinkers | 4 | Kate Walters | Ms S Murphy | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Rainbow Dolphin | 10 | Melissa Julius | Stephen Lenehan | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Wyndstar | 2 | Connor Murtagh | P A Preusker | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 10th | 2 | Cape Size | 7 | Dylan Caboche | D C Saxon | 58kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Calusa's Fury | 12 | Alana Livesey | Andrew Bobbin | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Major Jackpot | 6 | Brooke King | Libby Halliday | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Ourbolt | 11 | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 58kg |
Creaser Constructions Mdn Plate
Soft 5 suits his profile better than dry-only rivals.
Nicaloha's form edges others with a solid 2nd at this trip and a recent 3rd on soft, giving him reliability on Soft 5.
Lacks wins but form suggests upside vs weaker rivals.
Winkers could sharpen her, and while unproven at 1200m, her finishing burst edges unexposed types.
- 1st8Bolshoi BabeKayla Crowther$3.40
- 2nd3ScoobartieChelsea Jokic$3.00
- 3rd12Secret OwlAlysha Warren$21.00
- 4th11Make Me A StarDylan Caboche$21.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Bolshoi Babe | 12 | Kayla Crowther | J R Searle | 54.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Scoobartie | 4 | Chelsea Jokic | Jarrod Robinson | 56.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Secret Owl | 11 | Alysha Warren | M J Seyers | 53kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Make Me A Star | 2 | Dylan Caboche | M J Seyers | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Nicaloha | 8 | Campbell Rawiller | Rachel Samsonenko | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 6th | 5 | Madam Milly | 7 | Teagan Voorham | Sarah Rutten | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 10 | Littlebitvexatious | 10 | Alana Livesey | Ms N Irwin | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Terminal Shock | 5 | Caitlin Tootell | Shayne & Chelsea Cahill | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 14 | So Beautiful Story | 6 | Valentin Le Boeuf | A M Burns | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Snow Halation | 3 | Sairyn Fawke | Andrew Bobbin | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Aura The Scorer | 9 | Tala Hutchinson | Mitchell Freedman | 54kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Sir Monica | 1 | Brooke King | Kristi Evans | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Shame On Sue | 14 | Andrew Bobbin | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Gazelle | 13 | Rochelle Milnes | Gary Boyce | 54.5kg |
Brandt Plate (C1)
The significant class drop to this Class 1 event plays to his strengths as an unexposed 3yo stayer from a top stable. Moderate tempo and backmarker bias at Bordertown suit his running style, while recent soft track exposure (3 starts, competitive) adds confidence.
His 36% place rate and regular racing status indicate fitness, while the midfield map aligns with the track's backmarker advantage on soft going. Though soft track exposure is limited, his overall consistency and class suitability make him a solid each-way chance behind the top pick.
His soft track record (1 win from 8) and recent places at distance suggest he can handle the step to 2000m, aided by the race's moderate tempo favoring closers. Wide draw is a concern, but overall form progression and trainer's country success position him as a reliable place getter.
Her soft track record (1 win from 6) aligns perfectly with conditions, and the backmarker advantage at Bordertown suits her style despite the wide draw.
- 1st10Gold TopazKayla Crowther$1.22
- 2nd2Palace GreenFrederick Larson$9.00
- 3rd5YoubeefortyCampbell Rawiller$8.50
- 4th3PaltinianChelsea Jokic$11.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Gold Topaz | 5 | Kayla Crowther | Mitchell Freedman | 55.5kg | $1.22 |
| 2nd | 2 | Palace Green | 4 | Frederick Larson | Henry Dwyer | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Youbeeforty | 11 | Campbell Rawiller | Ms N Irwin | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Paltinian | 7 | Chelsea Jokic | Jarrod Robinson | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Circa | 3 | Margaret Collett | Ms A Blackburn | 59kg | $71.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Streamelot | 1 | Sairyn Fawke | Andrew Bobbin | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Namadji | 13 | Alysha Warren | Garret Lynch | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Odyssey Arrow | 12 | Brooke King | Libby Halliday | 55.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Raavine | 6 | Alana Livesey | Judy Streets | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Bluey's Beer Glass | 8 | Kate Walters | Ms S Murphy | 57kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Reciprocal | 9 | Connor Murtagh | R W Huxtable | 59kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Irlandais | 10 | Todd Pannell | Scott Irlam | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Thavma | 2 | Kristi Evans | 57kg |
Woolshed Inn (Bm68)
Her 24% win rate and consistent trend (last 5: 15147) show reliability, bolstered by a soft track win from 3 starts. Midfield map in fast tempo favors her closing style, and barrier 5 is ideal on this country track.
The Big Wheel's limited but impressive record (2 wins from 5) shines first up, with a soft track victory last prep. Her 60% place rate and consistent form (1x2616x) indicate readiness, aided by light weight and gear tweaks. Fast tempo suits her on-pace style, and barrier 7 aligns with leaders' 33% win rate here.
Sir Randolph brings track familiarity with a prior placing at Bordertown and suits soft going (1 win, 1 place from 3). His 21% win rate and recent wins at longer trips show class, with barrier 6 ideal for midfield in this fast-paced race.
Soft track form (2 wins from 6) fits conditions, and despite recent poor run, prior places show upside.
- 1st3Vexatious DancerCampbell Rawiller$2.70
- 2nd9El Paso CitieKate Walters$8.00
- 3rd2Quik RhapidMelissa Julius$12.00
- 3rd10Like A DiamondRochelle Milnes$8.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Vexatious Dancer | 5 | Campbell Rawiller | Ms N Irwin | 58.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 9 | El Paso Citie | 2 | Kate Walters | Ms S Murphy | 54kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Quik Rhapid | 1 | Melissa Julius | Jamie Opperman | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Like A Diamond | 4 | Rochelle Milnes | J R Searle | 54kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Just A Brother | 8 | Kayla Crowther | Shayne & Chelsea Cahill | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 7 | The Big Wheel | 7 | Brooke King | Scott Irlam | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Sir Randolph | 6 | Connor Murtagh | A J Clarken | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Chesteray | 3 | Stacey Metcalfe | Emily Tremelling | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Royal Mile | 11 | Caitlin Jones | J R Searle | 62.5kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Elliotto | 9 | Teagan Voorham | Jamie Opperman | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Duke Of Anjou | 10 | Tala Hutchinson | Craig Stewart | 52kg | $201.00 |
Harper''s Freight (Bm66)
Oxford Blue stands out on form with a class drop from BM70 to BM66, bringing proven soft track ability (1 win from 4) and a fresh first-up profile with 2 places from 2 starts. Midfield draw in barrier 6 aligns with track bias favoring closers in moderate tempo, outweighing lack of track experience.
Imposing Suspect benefits from second-up fitness (1 win, 3 places from 5) and excels on soft tracks with 4 wins from 14 attempts, matching today's Soft 5. Recent 4th at BM74 over 1600m indicates readiness, with a prior place at Bordertown. As a likely leader from barrier 3, it suits the moderate tempo and neutral barrier bias, though topweight is a concern. Form edges out others for place contention, providing solid each-way value.
Hidden Bounty's recent form is electric with wins at Mt Gambier and Naracoorte on soft ground, boasting a 2-0-0 soft record from 4 starts that perfectly suits Soft 5. Lightweight at 56kg and inside barrier 1 enhance prospects in a race favoring closers per bias. Despite class jump, current momentum and trainer Dodson's patterns suggest place upside, though unproven at distance tempers win hopes.
Recent win at Swan Hill over 1600m shows consistency, with 5 wins from 36 overall. Soft record modest (0-1-3 from 11) but places suggest adaptability.
- 1st2Imposing SuspectConnor Murtagh$3.60
- 2nd5Hasta La OrientalKate Walters$26.00
- 3rd1Oxford BlueAlysha Warren$3.30
- 4th6LittlebitcheekyTodd Pannell$10.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Imposing Suspect | 3 | Connor Murtagh | Sarah Rutten | 59.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 5 | Hasta La Oriental | 12 | Kate Walters | Ms S Murphy | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Oxford Blue | 6 | Alysha Warren | Stephen Theodore | 58.5kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 6 | Littlebitcheeky | 7 | Todd Pannell | Andrew Bobbin | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Hidden Bounty | 1 | Kayla Crowther | D I Dodson | 56kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 4 | Hydrogen Power | 9 | Stacey Metcalfe | Nathan Hobson | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Off The Deep End | 11 | Frederick Larson | Henry Dwyer | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 3 | West Cliff | 4 | Melissa Julius | Jamie Opperman | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Bilpa Morea | 10 | Brooke King | Libby Halliday | 53.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Dark Lager | 13 | J R Searle | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | France's Boy | 2 | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Divine Fire | 5 | Margaret Collett | Stephen Theodore | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Deficit | 8 | Alana Livesey | D C Saxon | 54kg |
Border Blinds & Curtains Hcp (54)
Blue Special stands out on form with a win at this track and distance last preparation on heavy going, translating well to Soft 5. Connections with Murtagh are reliable, and despite topweight, class drop helps.
Mr Ferrari's recent form is solid with two placings in last three starts over similar distances, demonstrating fitness and ability to handle soft going. The light weight and inside draw position it well to track the fast pace set by leaders, potentially capitalizing on backmarker bias at Bordertown.
Soft track history provides some assurance on today's surface, and the race shape with fast tempo should suit its running style better than front-runners like Whiskey 'n' Women. Lacks Blue Special's class but offers each-way value in a race with upset potential at country level.
They Call Me Dusty represents value with its proven affinity for soft/heavy conditions (multiple places), making it suitable for Soft 5 despite recent moderate form. The light weight and backmarker map align with track bias favoring closers in a fast-paced race.
- 1st1Blue SpecialConnor Murtagh$3.90
- 2nd4Whiskey 'n' WomenCampbell Rawiller$3.90
- 3rd10Mr FerrariAlana Livesey$4.80
- 4th7See De NightDylan Caboche$8.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Blue Special | 8 | Connor Murtagh | Garret Lynch | 60kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 4 | Whiskey 'n' Women | 4 | Campbell Rawiller | Judy Streets | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 10 | Mr Ferrari | 6 | Alana Livesey | Scott Irlam | 55.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 7 | See De Night | 10 | Dylan Caboche | Ms B O'Loughlin | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Sharma Princess | 2 | Christine Puls | L J Cadzow | 55.5kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 12 | They Call Me Dusty | 11 | Tala Hutchinson | D Kolpin & V Hutchinson | 53.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Archdeacon | 1 | Alysha Warren | Garret Lynch | 53kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Fiorente Spritz | 9 | Margaret Collett | Raharna McDonald | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Strazz | 5 | Caitlin Tootell | L J Cadzow | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Calm Down Sheriff | 15 | Stacey Metcalfe | Nathan Hobson | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Drover's Yarn | 3 | Sairyn Fawke | Bryan Dowsett | 54.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Bona Fide Star | 13 | G Richards & D Moyle | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Turn Me Royale | 14 | Polly Brewster | P Kearney | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Mummsie | 12 | Teagan Voorham | Andrew Bobbin | 56kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Last War | 7 | P Huserot | 55kg |
Bordertown Stone Supplies Hcp (54)
On soft 5, her light weight and midfield map suit the fast tempo and inside bias at Bordertown.
Barrier 3 exploits the track's inside bias on soft 5, and the fast tempo should suit his closing style. While soft track form is limited, class drop and jockey Fawke's skill provide edge over less consistent rivals like Emerald Court.
Emerald Court's inside draw and second-up fitness position her well for a forward run in this fast-tempo sprint on soft 5. Her distance record and recent placing edge out backmarkers like Sabermetric, though unproven wins on soft temper expectations. Barrier advantage and class edge make her a solid place chance over less reliable options.
Sabermetric offers value as a soft track specialist dropping in class, with a solid distance record outweighing recent poor runs at higher levels.
- 1st1CostlessStacey Metcalfe$7.00
- 2nd2PeperoncinoSairyn Fawke$3.90
- 3rd11Flying StrazValentin Le Boeuf$41.00
- 4th16CrimosaAlysha Warren$18.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Costless | 14 | Stacey Metcalfe | Garret Lynch | 60kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Peperoncino | 3 | Sairyn Fawke | Ms J Gow-Whyte | 59.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 11 | Flying Straz | 7 | Valentin Le Boeuf | Rodney Foster | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 16 | Crimosa | 5 | Alysha Warren | Garret Lynch | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Whoops A Daisy | 8 | Teagan Voorham | Kristi Evans | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 5 | Emerald Court | 1 | Zoe Lloyd | Ms H Lehmann | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 9 | Lapilli | 13 | Caitlin Jones | Shayne & Chelsea Cahill | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Lady Of Savoy | 6 | Connor Murtagh | A J Clarken | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Utah Joe | 12 | Brooke King | Grant Kluske | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Sabermetric | 10 | Melissa Julius | Raharna McDonald | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Redneck Woman | 4 | Polly Brewster | Nathan Hobson | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Brazano | 16 | Dion & Raygan Koch | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Two Kay Klick | 2 | Alana Livesey | Robert Schultz | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Brooklyn Baby | 9 | Kayla Crowther | Stephen Theodore | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Scandalist | 11 | Alysha Warren | M J Seyers | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Putanothercoinin | 15 | Dylan Caboche | M W Ruberry | 57.5kg |
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