Soverato stands out as the form pick from elite stable of Chris Waller. The light weight and track's fairness enhance her chances despite limited exposure.
New South Wales · Saturday 15 November 2025
Kembla Grange tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Kembla Grange. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Chery Checkered Flag Super Mdn Hcp
The 14-day freshen-up keeps him fit, and barrier 5 allows tactical flexibility in a race favoring strong finishers.
Lady Yarrow brings the most experience with 5 placings, including a recent 3rd over 1500m at Hawkesbury and a prior 3rd at Kembla Grange on good ground. Her 38% place rate and barrier 2 suit a fast tempo where she can stalk leaders. Outperforms less experienced rivals in consistency, though lack of a win keeps her third.
Suited to backmarker role in fast tempo, potentially outfinishing tired leaders.
- 1st10SoveratoMitchell Bell$1.55
- 2nd6Lady YarrowAmy Mc Lucas$7.00
- 3rd9KindamagicMitch Stapleford$51.00
- 4th5ConvertBrock Ryan$18.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Soverato | 1 | Mitchell Bell | C J Waller | 55.5kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 6 | Lady Yarrow | 2 | Amy Mc Lucas | Ms T Bateup | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Kindamagic | 6 | Mitch Stapleford | Mitchell Maloney-Stone | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Convert | 4 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Leon Ruben | 10 | Adrian Layt | K J Parker | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 3 | G'day Ausbred | 3 | Chad Lever | Blake Ryan | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Blazing Future | 5 | Adam Farragher | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 2 | Six Kings | 8 | Grant Buckley | C Maher | 58kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Kadesky | 7 | Lee Magorrian | C J Waller | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Saloon Passage | 9 | Jeff Penza | C J Waller | 56kg |
Mercedes-Benz Wollongong Prestige Hcp (C1)
As a lightly raced 3yo in regular prep, he handles the class rise better than first-up rivals.
Baker's preparation suits fresh horses; despite wide draw, Kembla's fair nature and fast tempo favor his on-pace style. Low good track win rate but overall consistency edges first-up risks over lesser form lines.
1200m record solid with 1 win/1 place from 4; winkers debut could refocus. In regular racing, he's fitter than spellers, and barrier 4 allows midfield position in fast tempo. Good track form (5:0-2-1) supports place claims, though topweight tests; edges others on recency.
Recent pre-spell win at 1500m shows fitness potential first up, despite 0-from-3 record fresh. Light 54.5kg helps class rise; barrier 6 suits midfield in fast tempo.
- 1st6Irish JigMitch Stapleford$4.40
- 2nd5EllismayneMitchell Bell$4.00
- 3rd4JamarniMollie Fitzgerald$10.00
- 4th2Meet Me In BondiOlivia Chambers$4.20
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Irish Jig | 5 | Mitch Stapleford | Robert Quinn | 53.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 5 | Ellismayne | 1 | Mitchell Bell | John Thompson | 55.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Jamarni | 6 | Mollie Fitzgerald | R & L Price | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Meet Me In Bondi | 8 | Olivia Chambers | Bjorn Baker | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 3 | Longinus | 7 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 1 | Famoso | 4 | Brock Ryan | Rob Potter | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Flash Piper | 3 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | John Morrison | 52kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Aquafire | 2 | Sara Ryan | 55kg |
Illawarra Hawks Champions Hcp (C1)
The class drop from Group 3 to Class 1 is ideal, and her 50% place rate on good tracks aligns perfectly with conditions. Fast tempo suits her midfield map, positioning her as the most likely winner ahead of others lacking her proven credentials here.
Me Me's breakthrough win at this track and distance last start highlights her current form, with a solid 67% place rate underscoring reliability. Second up from spell suits her pattern, and the fair Kembla layout allows her midfield position to capitalize on the predicted fast tempo. Edges others through recency and local experience, though class rise tempers expectations slightly.
As a likely leader in a fast tempo, the long straight favors her, and second up status aligns with her fresh pattern. High track suitability on good ground boosts chances, making her a solid place contender despite untested distance.
Her 13% win rate from 8 starts is solid, and the fast tempo should suit her midfield settling.
- 1st2Show BusinessMollie Fitzgerald$4.60
- 2nd7MatchsticksWinona Costin$8.50
- 3rd3Me MeBrock Ryan$4.40
- 4th4Miles Of GloryMitchell Bell$2.90
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Show Business | 5 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Matthew Smith | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 7 | Matchsticks | 9 | Winona Costin | G Portelli | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Me Me | 4 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 4 | Miles Of Glory | 2 | Mitchell Bell | Michael Freedman | 57.5kg | $2.90 |
| 5th | 6 | Isla Negra | 8 | Grant Buckley | M, W & J Hawkes | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Pewter Pearl | 7 | Mitch Stapleford | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 55.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 1 | Perle De Chocolat | 6 | Lee Magorrian | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Skiting | 1 | Deanne Panya | J M Sharah | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Miss Orth | 3 | Chad Lever | G McFarlane | 55kg | $71.00 |
GWM H7 Fast Lane Hcp (C1)
As a regular racer, he's peaking with proven Kembla success (1 win from 2 starts here), and barrier 6 positions him well for the moderate-fast tempo favoring strong finishers. Connections are elite, outweighing minor weight concerns on this fair provincial track.
Luma Light's fresh win at this track over 1400m highlights her potential, carrying just 53.5kg in a class drop. As a lightly raced 3yo with a 50% place rate, she's improving in regular racing and the light weight offsets barrier 9 on Kembla's fair layout. Moderate-fast tempo should allow her to settle midfield and finish on strongly, making her a solid top pick over less progressive rivals.
Flaming Moon offers value in a big class drop second-up, with barrier 2 aiding a forward run on Kembla's fair track.
- 1st2El PasoGrant Buckley$2.40
- 2nd3DoradusBrock Ryan$5.50
- 3rd1Golden LoomMitchell Bell$3.50
- 4th9Flaming MoonDonovan Dillon$17.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | El Paso | 7 | Grant Buckley | M, W & J Hawkes | 58.5kg | $2.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Doradus | 5 | Brock Ryan | John Thompson | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Golden Loom | 6 | Mitchell Bell | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 59kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Flaming Moon | 2 | Donovan Dillon | Edward Cummings | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Bush Girl | 1 | Adrian Layt | K J Parker | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Luma Light | 9 | Olivia Chambers | Anthony Mountney | 53.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 4 | I Am Brave | 8 | Richard & Will Freedman | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Fast Track | 4 | Chad Lever | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 56kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Egypitian's Reward | 3 | Jeff Penza | Joseph Ible | 55kg |
City Motors Group Midway Mdn Plate
Barrier 3 is ideal for the inside bias on this fair sprint track, and the very fast tempo should suit his midfield settling style. Consistent recent performances in maidens outweigh limited experience, making him the top pick despite no victories yet. Trainer Quinton's stable is in good order for provincial sprints.
First up from a 184-day spell aligns with his 0-1-1 record fresh, and the new tongue tie may enhance focus. As a likely leader, he suits the inside bias and very fast tempo, though the layoff and topweight temper enthusiasm slightly compared to sharper Kissavos.
The class drop to maiden helps, and Cummings' stable often prepares well first up (0-1-0 record). Wide draw is a knock in a bias-favouring inside, but her closing speed could overcome it in a fast tempo. Better suited than debutants but barrier limits upside versus inside runners.
Barrier 2 exploits the inside bias perfectly, and switching to winkers could sharpen her after recent minor placings. In a very fast tempo, her closing ability shines, though winless record tempers win hopes.
- 1st7Brown SugarMollie Fitzgerald$10.00
- 2nd5DoraleeDonovan Dillon$5.50
- 3rd1Century SongBrock Ryan$3.30
- 4th2Captivating TycoonLee Magorrian$5.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Brown Sugar | 4 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Adam Duggan | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Doralee | 15 | Donovan Dillon | Edward Cummings | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Century Song | 6 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 2 | Captivating Tycoon | 5 | Lee Magorrian | Richard & Will Freedman | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Mrs Flanders | 1 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | K J Parker | 52.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 4 | The Champion | 8 | Mitchell Bell | G Portelli | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Kissavos | 3 | Madeline Owen | R J Quinton | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Noble Ruby | 2 | Zac Wadick | R & L Price | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 16 | Unjust | 16 | J M Sharah | 57kg | $101.00 | |
| 10th | 14 | Unnatural Power | 11 | J M Sharah | 57kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 6 | Pombia | 10 | Andrew Calder | Ms A Turner | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Capdiva | 7 | G Portelli | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Kosrae | 12 | Brad Widdup | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Kunis | 13 | R & L Price | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Terra Lumina | 14 | J C Coyle | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Empress Irene | 17 | Will Price | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Extreme Courage | 9 | Chad Lever | Ross McConville | 59kg |
Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Mdn Hcp
His 2:0-0-2 record on good tracks suits today's Good 4 conditions at Kembla Grange, a fair track for midfielders. Blinkers first time could sharpen him further.
His 4:0-1-1 record includes a recent 5th at Kembla Grange, and barrier 5 positions him well as a likely leader on this spacious track. The step to 1300m is a query, but his speed and connections suggest he can handle it better than most, making him a strong place chance.
First up after 122 days, his prior runs show potential in maidens, and Kembla's fair nature could help despite the wide draw.
- 1st14AristocratMitchell Bell$8.00
- 2nd4BotanistLee Magorrian$7.00
- 3rd12Sir Tua$41.00
- 4th8Viva MauricioJeff Penza$10.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | Aristocrat | 6 | Mitchell Bell | Michael Freedman | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Botanist | 18 | Lee Magorrian | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Sir Tua | 7 | Richard & Will Freedman | 56kg | $41.00 | |
| 4th | 8 | Viva Mauricio | 13 | Jeff Penza | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Sponars | 5 | Winona Costin | Bjorn Baker | 58kg | $2.70 |
| 6th | 17 | My Star | 3 | Craig Carmody | 56.5kg | $81.00 | |
| 7th | 16 | Wizard's Star | 9 | Edward Cummings | 56.5kg | $61.00 | |
| 8th | 13 | Mochima | 15 | Andrew Calder | Ms A Turner | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Alamagan | 8 | Grant Buckley | Joseph Ible | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 1 | El Toro Macho | 12 | Brock Ryan | C Maher | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 11th | 6 | Tarquinius | 2 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Nightsphere | 4 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 57kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Proviseur | 17 | C Maher | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Menthon | 14 | C J Waller | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Valentiago | 11 | Peter Snowden | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Sant Gervasi | 16 | Claire Lever | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Maccbi | 1 | Zac Wadick | J & G Lee | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Cathedral Cove | 10 | Edward Cummings | 55.5kg |
Shellharbour City Motors Test Drive Mdn Hcp
Her finishing strength suits the predicted fast tempo and fair Kembla Grange layout, giving her an edge over less proven rivals.
The Hawkes stable's preparation first up is a positive, and her high suitability to Good 4 conditions bolsters her case. As a likely leader in a fast tempo, she can set the pace effectively on this fair provincial track, making her a solid top-3 contender despite the layoff.
Velia enters first up with promising pre-spell form, including close 2nds over staying trips on good ground that suits today's conditions. Her 50% place rate edges out many, and the wide barrier is manageable on fair Kembla Grange.
- 1st1AuraGrant Buckley$4.80
- 2nd2SemibreveMitch Stapleford$12.00
- 3rd15Entrapment$13.00
- 4th3VeliaWill Price$12.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Aura | 7 | Grant Buckley | M, W & J Hawkes | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Semibreve | 5 | Mitch Stapleford | J C Coyle | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 15 | Entrapment | 14 | Joseph Ible | 56.5kg | $13.00 | |
| 4th | 3 | Velia | 10 | Will Price | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Latassa | 3 | Mollie Fitzgerald | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Saveur | 8 | Chad Lever | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Michonne's Katana | 9 | Mitchell Bell | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 57kg | $3.90 |
| 8th | 13 | Tszinsi | 4 | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 57.5kg | $8.00 | |
| 9th | 12 | Whoa Nellie | 2 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Hunter One | 6 | Amy Mc Lucas | Ms T Bateup | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Offside | 11 | Zac Wadick | C J Waller | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Girl's Best Friend | 12 | Lee Magorrian | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Our Huntress | 13 | Michael Freedman | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Yattazou | 18 | Jeff Penza | C J Waller | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Azure Angel | 15 | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Fiery Lass | 17 | Madeline Owen | R J Quinton | 54kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Deep Affection | 1 | John Thompson | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Medieval Mayhem | 16 | G M Brown | 55kg |
Wollongong City Motors Rev & Run Provincial (Bm64)
Tequisoda stands out on pure form as an unbeaten progressive colt with a dominant maiden win over 1500m on soft ground 118 days ago. First up from spell, his trainer's strong fresh record (1:0-1-0) and jockey Reith's engagement boost confidence. Despite class rise and untested on good, raw talent edges him ahead of more exposed rivals.
Her 7:2-0-1 on good tracks aligns perfectly, and Cummings' preparation suggests fitness despite a poor BM72 run last start. Barrier 2 aids positioning, making her a threat to Tequisoda if tempo holds. Edges Tokyo Star on class and speed, but recent heavy flop tempers win hopes.
Pretty Sassy offers reliability with consistent placings in BM64 company, including a strong 4th at this track over 1500m recently. Her 10:2-0-1 record on good tracks matches today's conditions, and barrier 1 positions her well for a forward run on Kembla Grange's fair layout. Lighter weight and stable form edge her over less consistent rivals like Tokyo Star, though she lacks Tequisoda's upside. Solid place chance.
Light weight and midfield map suit the fair track, and her 20% win rate undervalues her consistency (40% places).
- 1st2Nantucket IslandLee Magorrian$6.50
- 2nd11Devine OutcastBrock Ryan$6.50
- 3rd3TequisodaChristian Reith$3.20
- 4th5Drunken SailorWinona Costin$12.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Nantucket Island | 2 | Lee Magorrian | Edward Cummings | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Devine Outcast | 3 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Tequisoda | 9 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 58.5kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 5 | Drunken Sailor | 6 | Winona Costin | James Ponsonby | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 1 | King Charles | 7 | Amy Mc Lucas | Anthony Mountney | 59kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Tokyo Star | 8 | L P Beuzelin | Fabio Martino | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Nights Inferno | 4 | Zac Wadick | Ms T Bateup | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Darn Deadly | 5 | Will Price | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Spiritualistic | 12 | Mitch Stapleford | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 54.5kg | $4.60 |
| Scr | 8 | Pretty Sassy | 1 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Joseph Ible | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | River Pat | 11 | Donovan Dillon | Ms K Waugh | 56kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Playful Puzzle | 10 | Mitchell Bell | Joseph Ible | 55kg |
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