Belmont Park tips and results

Our price $2.20 · SP $2.00 · Shaun O'Donnell

Miss Graphene brings the strongest recent form into this race with consecutive second placings, including last start at Ascot over 1800m. The step up to 2100m looks ideal based on her strong finishing efforts, and she has a solid record at Belmont with a second and third from five starts.

Our price $5.00 · SP $7.00 · William Pike

Wild Things represents excellent value with the champion jockey William Pike taking the ride. The addition of blinkers first time is a significant gear change that often improves horses dramatically. From the strong Dan Morton stable, this filly is likely to have improved significantly during her spell and gets in with just 54kg.

Our price $5.00 · SP $7.50 · Lisa Staples

Godless Storm brings strong recent form with a close second last start at Northam over 1100m. Second-up today and drawn well in barrier 4, he should get an ideal run. While yet to win from 2 starts, his consistent form suggests a breakthrough is imminent.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.40 · William Pike

Barraquito is an interesting first-starter from the powerful Grant & Alana Williams stable with star jockey William Pike engaged. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2, this debutant warrants respect despite the lack of race experience.

Our price $10.00 · SP $19.00 · Laqdar Ramoly

Our price $12.00 · SP $14.00 · Jordan Turner

The perfect barrier draw should allow him to utilize his early speed, though the very fast tempo is a concern.

Our price $20.00 · SP $51.00 · Holly Watson

The filly is second-up today after that encouraging run and should strip fitter. While the wide barrier is a concern, the very fast tempo should allow her to find cover and finish strongly.

Our price $5.00 · SP $9.00 · William Pike

She's Capitana is a progressive 3YO filly with strong recent form including a win two starts back. Though rising in class, her consistency and natural improvement suggest she can be competitive. The barrier is slightly disadvantageous but Pike's tactical nous can overcome this.

Our price $20.00 · SP $21.00 · Alex Hearn

Second-up from a spell, he should improve on his recent third placing at Albany.

Our price $2.60 · SP $2.45 · Chris Parnham

Has a consistent record (8:1-3-1) and performs well second-up. Drawn perfectly in barrier 3 to get an ideal run in midfield with the fast tempo likely to suit her finishing style. The step up to 1300m looks suitable based on her racing pattern.

Our price $16.00 · SP $17.00 · Natika Riordan

Has won at this track and distance previously (1-0-0 from 5 starts) and carries just 52kg. The 10-day backup suggests fitness won't be an issue, and her recent form is trending in the right direction.

Our price $4.80 · SP $8.50 · Steven Parnham

Consistent 5YO gelding with excellent credentials at this track and distance. His first-up record is impressive (4:1-0-0) and he's drawn perfectly in barrier 5. The Simon Miller/Steven Parnham combination is always dangerous at midweek metro meetings.

Our price $16.00 · SP $13.00 · Natasha Faithfull

His second-up record is excellent (2:1-0-0) and he's drawn perfectly in barrier 1. Recent form has been solid with a 3rd placing last start. Natasha Faithfull knows the horse well.

Our price $6.00 · SP $9.00 · Shaun O'Donnell

Three-year-old colt dropping significantly in class after competing in open company last preparation. While his first-up record isn't strong, the class drop compensates, and his soft track credentials (2:1-0-0) are a significant advantage if conditions deteriorate.

Our price $3.50 · SP $3.50 · Clint Johnston-Porter

As a lightly raced 3yo, she has upside in this Class 1, and her midfield map suits the predicted fast tempo on soft ground, despite the wide draw. Trainer Simon Miller's preparation is sharp, making her the clear top pick ahead of more exposed runners.

Our price $5.50 · SP $4.00 · Laqdar Ramoly

Boussac shows reliable form with consistent efforts over the mile, including a close 4th last time at this track and distance. His ability to finish strongly from midfield aligns with the race shape, and while the class rise is noted, his experience edges him over less proven rivals like Itzabeast. Soft track exposure is limited but not negative.

Our price $9.00 · SP $11.00 · Holly Nottle

Zippy Zany's consistency shines with multiple recent placings, including on soft ground which suits today's conditions. While win rate is modest, she outperforms backmarkers like Shazair and offers place value in this field.