Barrier 3 positions her well for the inside bias at Cairns, where leaders from low draws thrive.
Queensland · Sunday 16 November 2025
Cairns tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Cairns. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Styles Electrix Mdn Plate
March Madness brings strong local form to Cairns at this distance, with two places in three tries here. Her soft track record (9 starts, 3 places) suits the Soft 5, and first-up stats are reasonable. The class drop and gear change provide upside, positioning her as a reliable place chance in a fast-tempo race favoring handy runners.
With 6 soft starts and an improving trend, she has upside in this maiden despite no track experience. Her speed edges her over unproven rivals for a place.
- 1st9FlourishJackson Murphy$9.00
- 2nd11She's Got LyricsNathan Thomas$3.00
- 3rd1KeepthewolvesawayLacey Morrison$12.00
- 4th7ChanceWanderson D'Avila$21.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Flourish | 10 | Jackson Murphy | A G Malliff | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | She's Got Lyrics | 3 | Nathan Thomas | Jade Doolan | 56.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Keepthewolvesaway | 4 | Lacey Morrison | Sharlee Hoffman | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Chance | 1 | Wanderson D'Avila | D K Amos | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Garinion Righ | 13 | Adam Sewell | Georgie Holt | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Supeedo Gonzales | 7 | Lauren Guernier | Krystin Allender | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 2 | March Madness | 8 | Jason Taylor | Michael Geaney | 58.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Third Master | 9 | Ivo Fry | A G Malliff | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Maven | 11 | Ashley Butler | S Massingham | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 10th | 8 | Mr Oreo | 14 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Outono | 12 | Chris Meehan | A G Malliff | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Valubious | 6 | Georgie Holt | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Davis Junior | 15 | Isabella Teh | R A Schluenz | 57kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Bravos Carlos | 5 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Calamaris | 2 | Jason Taylor | Troy Clive | 56.5kg |
Kensington Park Horse Agistment Hcp
Satisfied Mugs stands out on form with a perfect 1:1-0-0 record at Cairns over 950m, including a win on heavy 8 carrying 57kg. First up from 120 days, it placed in its only prior fresh start, and soft track suits (3:1-1-1). Class rise manageable given prior open wins.
Dragon Tales enters in peak form after winning at Home Hill 15 days ago on soft 5, with a consistent 4202x211 pattern and 71% place rate. As a likely midfield runner in a very fast tempo, it can capitalize on pace collapse at Cairns' short straight. Same stable as Satisfied Mugs adds confidence, though class rise and track debut temper expectations. Solid each-way chance.
Gem Of Scots has a solid foundation at Cairns over 950m (3:1-1-0), including a recent maiden win on soft 6 carrying 54.5kg. Barrier 3 and light 54kg suit the inside bias and on-pace favouritism in this sprint, especially with very fast tempo likely melting leaders. First up from spell (2:0-1-0 record), it shows promise fresh, and soft conditions align (1:1-0-0). Upset potential.
Desarae Doll offers value as a consistent midfield runner with recent placings in open company, including 3rd at Mackay 12 days ago on good 4. Soft track viable (5:0-1-2), and barrier 4 positions well for the fast tempo to favor closers slightly.
- 1st1Satisfied MugsAshley Butler$1.30
- 2nd2Dragon TalesAidan Holt$6.00
- 3rd3Nordic InvaderNathan Thomas$17.00
- 4th4Gem Of ScotsJackson Murphy$9.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Satisfied Mugs | 2 | Ashley Butler | Georgie Holt | 60.5kg | $1.30 |
| 2nd | 2 | Dragon Tales | 5 | Aidan Holt | Georgie Holt | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Nordic Invader | 1 | Nathan Thomas | S Massingham | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Gem Of Scots | 3 | Jackson Murphy | Scott Cooper | 54kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Desarae Doll | 4 | Lacey Morrison | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Lost Lamb | 7 | Wanderson D'Avila | D K Amos | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Music Girl | 6 | Jason Taylor | F J Wieland | 54kg | $61.00 |
Norweld Engineering Cairns Mdn Hcp
The light weight and barrier 3 position her well for a fast tempo in this short sprint, where on-pace runners are favoured. As a lightly raced 2YO, she has clear upside in this maiden despite no soft track form, making her the top win choice over less proven rivals.
Barrier 1 provides a crucial rail run in this tight Cairns sprint, suiting the very fast tempo. Second up from spell, he could improve, though unproven on soft 5 tempers expectations slightly. Better than most in the field for place potential.
Has soft track exposure unlike many rivals, and barrier 6 suits midfield positioning in a fast tempo. Recent fitness is a plus, offering place upside in this weak maiden despite no wins.
- 1st6Alberta BoundNathan Thomas$1.30
- 2nd5Chateau Von TessKrysten Swaffer$41.00
- 3rd4Light My LifeAidan Holt$9.50
- 4th7Proper BenderJackson Murphy$71.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Alberta Bound | 3 | Nathan Thomas | Scott Cooper | 56.5kg | $1.30 |
| 2nd | 5 | Chateau Von Tess | 7 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Light My Life | 13 | Aidan Holt | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Proper Bender | 4 | Jackson Murphy | A G Malliff | 56.5kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Radiant Power | 5 | Lacey Morrison | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Secret Scout | 1 | Ashley Butler | S J Royes | 60kg | $4.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Diosa Afrodita | 2 | Wanderson D'Avila | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Golden Glaze | 11 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Sugar Bear | 6 | Isabella Teh | Ms M Preston | 58.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Red City Sun | 12 | Matthew McGuire | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Confiserie | 9 | Chris Meehan | D K Amos | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Van Der Woodsen | 10 | Jason Taylor | Troy Clive | 55kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Bravos Carlos | 8 | Adam Sewell | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56.5kg |
Kenfrost Homes Plate (C3)
Colours Of Autumn stands out on form with a recent win at Cairns over 1400m and a competitive 3rd in stronger company at Townsville on soft ground. Her soft track record (9:0-2-2) aligns perfectly with conditions, and the class drop from BM70 boosts her edge. Barrier 3 aids midfield positioning in a moderate-fast tempo that suits her closing style.
Al Ras Blues is in peak form with consecutive wins, the latest a narrow victory on soft at Townsville. Her soft track stats (11 starts, 1 win, 2 places) and perfect recent record at Cairns over similar trips make her a strong contender. Barrier 1 allows rail-hugging on the tight track, and lighter weight helps in the short straight. Tempo favors closers like her, positioning her well for a place or better behind the top pick.
While unproven at exactly 1500m, recent form and track affinity make him a reliable place chance, especially with the Rowe stable in good order.
His win at this track and distance (1500m Cairns) and recent 2nd in BM65 highlight upside, despite the class rise. Soft track form is adequate (8 starts, 1 win), and the closers bias on Soft 5 suits his style from barrier 5.
- 1st3Sand 'n' PowerIvo Fry$3.80
- 2nd7Colours Of AutumnLacey Morrison$1.75
- 3rd1It's Been A TrekAdam Sewell$31.00
- 4th6Al Ras BluesAidan Holt$6.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Sand 'n' Power | 5 | Ivo Fry | Gareth Smith | 60kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 7 | Colours Of Autumn | 3 | Lacey Morrison | O Chillemi | 58kg | $1.75 |
| 3rd | 1 | It's Been A Trek | 9 | Adam Sewell | Ms J Ryan | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Al Ras Blues | 1 | Aidan Holt | Rhein Sewell | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Kickagoal Kenny | 8 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Noble Attack | 2 | Amanda Thomson | A R Bailey | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Hell Of A Trip | 6 | Wanderson D'Avila | D K Amos | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Khabalov | 7 | O Chillemi | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Sharman Pete | 4 | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57kg |
Lewie Fire Protection Hcp (C5)
Second up stats show placing ability, and soft track record (3-3-0 from 9) aligns perfectly with conditions. Barrier 5 suits inside bias, and as a likely leader in fast tempo, it should control the race on this tight Cairns track favoring on-pacers.
Targeted excels at this track and distance with 2-3-0 from 8 starts, recent form solid (win and second at Cairns). As midfield runner in fast tempo, it can capitalize on leaders softening up in short straight. Stronger local form than Seventies Hit, but barrier tempers top spot; excellent place chance.
Harrow's barrier 1 is a huge plus on Cairns' inside-favoring track, especially for on-pace runners in fast tempo. Class drop helps, and track record (0-1-2 from 6) suggests place potential, though win strike rate low compared to top two. Solid each-way option.
Recent placings (second, third) show consistency, and soft record solid (2-2-2 from 11).
- 1st4KhabalovJackson Murphy$7.00
- 2nd9MutafiqSean Cormack$12.00
- 3rd3AmnestyAshley Butler$12.00
- 4th8Roth 'n' BubbleIvo Fry$12.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Khabalov | 6 | Jackson Murphy | O Chillemi | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Mutafiq | 3 | Sean Cormack | S Massingham | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Amnesty | 10 | Ashley Butler | S Massingham | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Roth 'n' Bubble | 8 | Ivo Fry | Graham R Hughes | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Seventies Hit | 5 | Lacey Morrison | Bodine Bailey | 59.5kg | $2.60 |
| 6th | 6 | Release Le Missile | 2 | Chris Meehan | D K Amos | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Raetihi | 4 | Samantha Pointon | Lachie Manzelmann | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Excite Choo | 7 | Rachel Shred | Krystin Allender | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Harrow | 1 | Aidan Holt | S Massingham | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 10th | 7 | Targeted | 9 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
Ladbrokes Same Race Multi (Bm65)
The Kamikaze stands out on pure form with consistent recent wins at Cairns and Townsville, including a dominant victory last start on soft ground. Soft track record (2-1-1 from 8) aligns perfectly, outweighing class rise given current fitness and trainer's preparation. Very fast tempo favors its strong finish over pure leaders.
Soft track affinity (2 wins from 13) and barrier 2 provide tactical speed advantage on tight turns. Slight class rise is offset by proven stamina and connections' local knowledge.
Saturday Vibes excels at Cairns over 950m with 4 wins from 11 starts, leveraging likely leading position to exploit the track's on-pace bias and short straight. While recent form has dipped, its historical success here and speed map role in a very fast tempo provide a strong chance for a place. Soft track exposure is moderate but sufficient, making it a reliable top-3 contender over less proven rivals.
Its soft track record (2-0-2 from 9) suits conditions, and consistent form suggests it can handle the class rise from midfield. Wide barrier is a knock, but very fast tempo may allow a late charge on the short straight.
- 1st8Sowilo SirenLacey Morrison$2.60
- 2nd7YamabushiSean Cormack$5.50
- 3rd3Saturday VibesAshley Butler$9.00
- 4th4The KamikazeIvo Fry$3.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Sowilo Siren | 5 | Lacey Morrison | Sharlee Hoffman | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 7 | Yamabushi | 2 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Saturday Vibes | 7 | Ashley Butler | S Massingham | 61kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 4 | The Kamikaze | 3 | Ivo Fry | Ms L McCormack | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Flying Artist | 11 | Aidan Holt | S Massingham | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Super Twenty Three | 1 | Chris Meehan | S Massingham | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 11 | City Of Boulder | 8 | Nathan Thomas | S Massingham | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Our Addiction | 9 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Enabler | 12 | Wanderson D'Avila | M A Dale | 62kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Northernontap | 4 | Jason Taylor | Belynda Kliese | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Yankee Miss | 6 | Jackson Murphy | S J Royes | 54.5kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Gossip Torque | 10 | Matthew McGuire | 62kg |
Pacific Oils FNQ Hcp
Moegreen stands out on pure form with consistent placings and wins in recent starts, particularly at Cairns where he has a stellar record. His soft track form (3 wins from 9) aligns perfectly with today's conditions, and barrier 5 positions him well for the inside bias and fast tempo favoring on-pace runners. Recent second at Townsville over 1400m shows fitness, making him the clear top pick despite the class rise.
Spirit Meister's local form at Cairns is impressive, with multiple wins and places, including a recent victory on soft ground. His barrier 2 exploits the track's inside bias, and proven wet-track ability (7 wins from 26 soft starts) gives him an edge over unproven rivals. While the class rise is notable, his consistency and positioning make him a strong place contender in this fast-tempo race.
Still, his finishing strength could overcome if tempo is genuine, making him a solid third pick.
Barrier 4 aids positioning in a race favoring inside draws, and his multiple places on soft ground suggest suitability.
- 1st7MoegreenSean Cormack$1.85
- 2nd2Tycoon BeauJason Taylor$21.00
- 3rd4Spirit MeisterJackson Murphy$7.50
- 4th10King's HaloNathan Thomas$21.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Moegreen | 5 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 54kg | $1.85 |
| 2nd | 2 | Tycoon Beau | 7 | Jason Taylor | S Massingham | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Spirit Meister | 2 | Jackson Murphy | R J Miller | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 10 | King's Halo | 4 | Nathan Thomas | S Massingham | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Burraneer Buoy | 10 | Ivo Fry | Graham R Hughes | 54.5kg | $2.80 |
| 6th | 9 | Major Artie | 3 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Farooq | 1 | Samantha Pointon | Lachie Manzelmann | 53kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Inching Closer | 6 | Aidan Holt | M A Dale | 60kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Crystal Chief | 9 | Lacey Morrison | Sharlee Hoffman | 54kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Perovic | 8 | Lauren Guernier | F J Wieland | 54kg |
Ladbrokes Mates Mode Hcp (55)
The horse's consistency in midfield positions aligns with the fast tempo and inside barrier bias, offering better wet-track exposure than rivals like Lazenby or Our Impact.
Lazenby's recent maiden win at Cairns on Soft 5 highlights its adaptation to conditions, with improving form second up from spell. Wide barrier 14 tempers expectations in a track favoring inside draws, but superior recency and class projection make it a strong place contender behind Leconfield.
Looming One's outstanding 3:0-3-0 record at Cairns over this distance, combined with barrier 5 suiting the inside bias and on-pace track, positions it well first up. The horse's high soft suitability and history of performing fresh (4:0-0-1) outweigh the 157-day layoff, offering better upside than recent form dips in rivals like Gazza's Diamond.
Barrier 8 allows forward positioning on a leader-favoring track, and its Cairns history (6:0-1-2) adds appeal.
- 1st3Our ImpactWanderson D'Avila$9.00
- 2nd1LazenbySean Cormack$3.70
- 3rd2LeconfieldLacey Morrison$3.70
- 4th4Vancouver BaySamantha Pointon$21.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Our Impact | 10 | Wanderson D'Avila | R A Schluenz | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Lazenby | 14 | Sean Cormack | S Massingham | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 2 | Leconfield | 9 | Lacey Morrison | O Chillemi | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 4 | Vancouver Bay | 13 | Samantha Pointon | S J Royes | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Sharman Pete | 4 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Winehouse | 15 | Chris Meehan | Scott Cooper | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Negation | 3 | Adam Sewell | Troy Clive | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Gazza's Diamond | 12 | Ashley Butler | R Baker | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 9th | 5 | Jungle Juice | 2 | Jackson Murphy | S J Royes | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Let's Ride | 11 | Ivo Fry | Graham R Hughes | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Grovers Prediction | 6 | Jason Taylor | Krystin Allender | 58kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Looming One | 5 | Aidan Holt | Rhein Sewell | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | On The Quiet | 7 | A R Bailey | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Desert Grit | 8 | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Bring Me To Life | 1 | A R Bailey | 55kg |
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