Mackay tips and results

Our price $5.00 · SP $3.70 · Ashley Butler

On Location has the advantage of barrier 2, which is significant at Mackay's tight-turning track. Coming from the same Clinton Taylor stable as our top selection suggests the stable has targeted this race. Ashley Butler is a capable jockey who should give this runner every chance from the good draw.

Our price $4.80 · SP $5.50 · Sean Cormack

Penrod brings strong recent form with a close 2nd at Townsville 18 days ago. The barrier 1 draw is a significant advantage at Mackay's tight-turning track, especially for a horse likely to be on the speed. Has raced in stronger company previously and drops significantly in class here. Sean Cormack is a strong booking and should give this gelding every chance from the inside gate.

Our price $8.50 · SP $21.00 · Shakira Bailey

The advantageous barrier 3 draw suits Mackay's tight-turning track, and she drops significantly in class from her previous open company race. Her first-up record shows she can perform fresh.

Our price $3.80 · SP $3.20 · Ryan Wiggins

The combination of Clinton Taylor and Ryan Wiggins is a positive sign, and the stable wouldn't be running this horse if they didn't think it was ready. The wide barrier is a concern at Mackay, but if Wiggins can get across early, this horse should be competitive.

Our price $4.20 · SP $5.00 · Cody Collis

Trainer Tom Smith has a good record with maidens, and the inside draw at Mackay is a significant advantage. Cody Collis is a capable rider, and the horse should get every chance from barrier 4.

Our price $4.00 · SP $4.80 · Amy Graham

Second-up from a spell after a solid 4th at this track and distance, she should improve significantly. The significant class drop from previous metropolitan racing is a major plus, and she's well-drawn in barrier 6. Amy Graham takes the ride, and this mare looks ready to show her best form against this field.

Our price $2.50 · SP $2.05 · Aidan Holt

Second-up today after a solid 3rd placing at Rockhampton, he should take natural improvement and is well-positioned to capitalize on the leader-favoring nature of Mackay. His consistent form (3 placings from last 4 starts) suggests he's ready to break through.

Our price $7.00 · SP $9.00 · Ashley Butler

Dalt Jaz brings excellent course form with a 1-4-2 record from 7 starts at Mackay and has been knocking on the door with 3 placings from his last 4 starts. His record at this distance (1-0-2 from 3 starts) is solid, and he handles Good tracks well. The wide barrier is a significant concern on this tight-turning track, but his local experience and consistency make him a genuine place chance.

Our price $5.00 · SP $4.00 · Ryan Wiggins

Little Pinker returns from a lengthy 491-day spell but brings an impressive record of 1-3-0 from just 5 starts. She placed first-up in her only previous fresh run and handles Good tracks well. The class rise is a concern, but as a lightly-raced mare with upside potential, she could surprise. Ryan Wiggins taking the ride is a positive, though the lengthy spell introduces some uncertainty about her readiness.

Our price $6.00 · SP $13.00 · Tom Orr

Our price $5.50 · SP $9.50 · Tom Orr

Southaven won over this track and distance two starts back before a disappointing run last time out. His overall track record is excellent (3: 2-0-1), and he's dropping in class from his last start. The wide barrier is a concern at Mackay, but if he can overcome that, his proven ability at this track and distance makes him a genuine contender.

Our price $7.00 · SP $7.50 · Cody Collis

He's dropping slightly in class and the addition of winkers for the first time could spark improvement.

Our price $12.00 · SP $17.00 · Georgina Cartwright

Consistent 6YO gelding with excellent Mackay credentials (11:2-3-5). First-up from a spell but has placed fresh before. The inside draw is perfect for Mackay's tight turning track, and his overall record shows he's a reliable placegetter.

Our price $9.00 · SP $12.00 · Ryan Wiggins

5YO gelding dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger company. Has a solid record at this distance range and gets the services of experienced jockey Ryan Wiggins. The class drop is significant and could see him improve sharply despite the weight.

Our price $7.00 · SP $8.50 · Cody Collis

6YO gelding who rarely wins but consistently runs well. Gets in with just 54kg and has drawn well in barrier 5.

Our price $7.50 · SP $7.50 · Ashvin Goindasamy

Big Demeanor resumes from a spell with excellent credentials at this distance (2-3-0 from 7 starts). While his first-up record is modest (0-1-0 from 5 starts) and he's carrying top weight, his class edge and track/distance suitability give him strong claims. Has placed at this track previously.

Our price $7.00 · SP $16.00 · Fiona Sandkuhl

Despite resuming from a spell and facing a class rise, she brings a strong win strike rate (29%) and has drawn perfectly in barrier 2 on this leader-friendly track. The gear changes (bubble cheeker on, nose roll off) suggest improvement is expected.

Our price $3.20 · SP $4.60 · Ashley Butler

Woodstock Rock brings rock-solid form to this race with an impressive track record at Mackay (6: 2-3-1). His last start 2nd in the same class at this track indicates he's ready to peak, and the inside draw suits perfectly on this leader-friendly circuit. The Clinton Taylor/Ashley Butler combination is firing, and this gelding appears perfectly placed.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.50 · Ryan Wiggins

Devil Devil brings elite credentials with 6 wins from 15 starts and a perfect record at Mackay (3: 1-1-1). The barrier 3 draw is ideal for his forward racing pattern on this tight-turning track. While the 1200m is a slight query (2: 0-1-0), his class edge and tactical speed should compensate. Ryan Wiggins knows this horse well and will give him every chance.

Our price $4.00 · SP $3.30 · Cody Collis

Scrub Chain returns from a spell with strong first-up credentials (2: 1-0-0) and is dropping significantly in class from recent Open company assignments. His record at Mackay (3: 1-1-0) and at this distance (7: 2-0-1) suggests he's well-placed. While the barrier is a concern, his tactical speed should allow him to overcome it.