★ Top pick2nd
4Phoenician
Second-up today with Brad Rawiller aboard, he's shown ability at similar distances and should appreciate the step up to 2100m. His consistency and finishing strength make him the standout in a moderate field.
Victoria · Wednesday 31 December 2025
Echuca tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Echuca. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won1/714%
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Top pick placed5/771%
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Border Inn Mdn Plate
13:40 local2100mMaiden$32,000
Winner5. The SweeneySP $31.00
2nd pick3rd
3Devine Grunt
Devine Grunt is second-up from a spell and showed promise with a 4th placing last start over 1600m. Well-drawn in barrier 5 with Carleen Hefel aboard, he should appreciate the step up in distance and has scope for improvement at his fourth career start.
3rd pick9th
6Shefflin
Shefflin is a lightly-raced gelding showing improvement with each run. His last start 5th over 2000m suggests he'll handle today's 2100m journey, and the removal of blinkers could help him settle better. With Koby Jennings aboard and from a good draw, he has the potential to take another step forward in this maiden field.
Value pickWon
5The Sweeney
While his form has been inconsistent, he has experience over staying trips and is well-drawn in barrier 3 with Cory Parish aboard.
- 1st5The SweeneyCory Parish$31.00
- 2nd4PhoenicianBrad Rawiller$2.40
- 3rd3Devine GruntCarleen Hefel$6.50
- 4th7DejavastBrittany Button$101.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | The Sweeney | 3 | Cory Parish | P McVicar | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Phoenician | 8 | Brad Rawiller | E W Ewert | 59.5kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 3 | Devine Grunt | 5 | Carleen Hefel | Aaron Laing | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Dejavast | 9 | Brittany Button | Lee Hunter | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Grecia Girl | 7 | Cian Macredmond | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Motherduck | 2 | Liam Riordan | T Busuttin & N Young | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Amplification | 6 | Frederick Larson | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Big Chev | 10 | Milos Bunjevac | B T Malanczyn | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Shefflin | 4 | Koby Jennings | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 58kg | $4.60 |
| 10th | 1 | Arch Of Dargeo | 1 | Jake Duffy | Rhys Archard | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
Caledonian Hotel Mdn Plate
14:10 local1100mMaiden$32,000
Winner11. Coco De LuxeSP $2.80
★ Top pick3rd
9Zubba Storm
Zubba Storm brings the strongest recent form, finishing 2nd at Werribee just 16 days ago. The Good 4 track suits based on his record, and he should be finishing strongly with the likely fast tempo. Represents the most reliable winning chance.
2nd pick8th
5Caribbean Villa
Caribbean Villa brings excellent credentials with a close 2nd at Tatura just 17 days ago. Has proven form on Good tracks with a placing, and the likely fast tempo should suit his running style. Barrier 8 is workable, and he appears to be improving with each run.
3rd pickWon
11Coco De Luxe
The outside barrier (12) may actually be advantageous based on recent track bias data showing outside barriers performing well. Carries a light weight of 56kg and has Jake Duffy aboard.
Value pick4th
4Blacklip
He's dropping significantly in class from Listed company, and the addition of gear changes (bubble cheeker, lugging bit) suggests improvement. First-up from a spell but has been prepared with a solid trial. The outside barrier may actually be advantageous based on track bias data.
- 1st11Coco De LuxeJake Duffy$2.80
- 2nd18Watten Assett$6.00
- 3rd9Zubba StormLachlan King$3.30
- 4th4BlacklipLiam Riordan$19.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Coco De Luxe | 12 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 56kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 18 | Watten Assett | 6 | Simon Zahra | 58kg | $6.00 | |
| 3rd | 9 | Zubba Storm | 9 | Lachlan King | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 4 | Blacklip | 14 | Liam Riordan | Nick Ryan | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 14 | Spex | 1 | Nadia Daniels | Aaron Laing | 53kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Chainsaw | 3 | Brittany Button | Ms R Hoysted | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 17 | Lucky Lucky Boom | 5 | D T O'Brien | 58kg | $9.50 | |
| 8th | 5 | Caribbean Villa | 8 | Logan McNeil | Nathan Hobson | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Andauto | 15 | Nathan Punch | Ms P Reeve | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 13 | God Only Knows | 10 | Caitlin Hollowood | T & C McEvoy | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Prestige Sinpex | 4 | Melea Castle | Matt Jenkins | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Donvilla D'or | 7 | Cian Macredmond | Nathan Hobson | 56kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Trooper | 13 | M, W & J Hawkes | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Red Barron | 13 | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Wembley Stadium | 11 | Brad Rawiller | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Royal Duck | 14 | M, W & J Hawkes | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Carramar | 18 | J E & C Ledger | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Tango With Me | 2 | Jackie Beriman | Ms A Macpherson | 58kg |
Edg.Projects Mdn Plate
14:45 local1400mMaiden$32,000
Winner17. Carnival RichesSP $19.00
★ Top pick3rd
10Source Of Delight
Source Of Delight brings the strongest recent form, finishing a close 3rd last start at Kyneton over 1454m. The Hawkes-trained mare should get a perfect midfield position from barrier 7 and will be suited by the predicted fast tempo. Carleen Hefel takes the ride on a mare who looks ready to break through.
2nd pick2nd
8Texture
The McEvoy-trained colt draws perfectly in barrier 2 and gets the services of experienced jockey Brad Rawiller. The addition of a tongue tie is a positive gear change. The 1400m looks suitable.
3rd pick6th
11Blue Typhoon
The Nathan Hobson-trained filly showed ability when placing 3rd two starts back at Ararat. The addition of winkers for the first time could spark improvement, and she gets in with just 56kg. The wide barrier is a concern, but she maps to get back and should be running on strongly with the fast tempo predicted.
Value pick7th
1Alvin
While carrying top weight is a concern, he maps to be on speed and should be suited by the fast tempo.
- 1st17Carnival RichesCaitlin Hollowood$19.00
- 2nd8TextureBrad Rawiller$2.45
- 3rd10Source Of DelightCarleen Hefel$1.95
- 4th2Left On Read$17.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 17 | Carnival Riches | 1 | Caitlin Hollowood | Rhys Archard | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Texture | 2 | Brad Rawiller | T & C McEvoy | 58kg | $2.45 |
| 3rd | 10 | Source Of Delight | 7 | Carleen Hefel | M, W & J Hawkes | 57.5kg | $1.95 |
| 4th | 2 | Left On Read | 9 | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59.5kg | $17.00 | |
| 5th | 18 | Lady Of Alsace | 3 | A W Noonan | 56kg | $101.00 | |
| 6th | 11 | Blue Typhoon | 14 | Cian Macredmond | Nathan Hobson | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Alvin | 8 | Cory Parish | S Fliedner | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 15 | The Phoenix | 4 | Lachlan King | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Marley Namoi | 11 | Brittany Button | Ms A Macpherson | 54.5kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Alabamadon | 12 | Milos Bunjevac | Ms A Macpherson | 58kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Moral Turpitude | 13 | Koby Jennings | Erin Maher | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Bertrand | 9 | T & C McEvoy | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Beyond Question | 14 | Jake Duffy | P Kearney | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Heironaut | 6 | Logan McNeil | A & S Freedman | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Bold Wonder | 5 | Nathan Punch | M Sell | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Miss Navratilova | 10 | Lachlan King | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Paycheck | 10 | P A Preusker | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Gottaluvsport | 18 | M M Laurie | 57.5kg |
Moama Bowling Club (Bm56)
15:20 local1400mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner1. Ollandia BeachSP $7.50
★ Top pick11th
6Tierra
Tierra brings solid credentials with consistent form including a win two starts back over 2010m at Kilmore. The slight drop in class from her last start is favorable, and she handles good tracks well with 2 wins from 8 starts on this surface.
2nd pick8th
9Chilli Reaper
Her record on good tracks is impressive (1-2-1 from 5 starts), and she's drawn well in barrier 5.
3rd pickWon
1Ollandia Beach
Ollandia Beach brings winning credentials with a perfect record at Echuca and a last-start victory at Kyneton over a similar distance. His overall record of 2-1-2 from 8 starts shows consistency, and he handles good tracks well. The barrier draw (3) is favorable for Echuca's configuration, though he carries top weight of 61.5kg and is rising in class.
Value pick2nd
17Swift Power
Being second-up from a spell suggests natural improvement, and his previous win at 1400m indicates the distance suits.
- 1st1Ollandia BeachCaitlin Hollowood$7.50
- 2nd17Swift PowerLogan McNeil$7.00
- 3rd5JessupBailey Kinninmont$13.00
- 4th4Forest Jim$6.50
- 4th14Gibraltar TycoonBrad Rawiller$8.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Ollandia Beach | 3 | Caitlin Hollowood | I W Lister | 61.5kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 17 | Swift Power | 6 | Logan McNeil | Dean Grass | 61kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Jessup | 9 | Bailey Kinninmont | Shawn Mathrick | 60kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Forest Jim | 2 | C I Brown | 62kg | $6.50 | |
| 4th | 14 | Gibraltar Tycoon | 8 | Brad Rawiller | R D Griffiths | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Spiral Dream | 7 | Liam Riordan | C Maher | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Annotate | 4 | Nadia Daniels | Ms H Powell | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Chilli Reaper | 5 | Jake Duffy | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Grinzinger Nyx | 10 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 60kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Chelsea Toff | 12 | Cory Parish | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Tierra | 1 | Zoe Waller | C Maher | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Brullen | 12 | Shawn Mathrick | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Bellalique | 11 | P A Preusker | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Privalova | 17 | T Busuttin & N Young | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Sweater Girl | 16 | Ms M Cunningham | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Novel Approach | 18 | K J Aldous | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Handy Friend | 11 | Koby Jennings | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 61kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Alternate | 4 | Stacey Kirkpatrick | 61kg |
Carlton Draught (Bm56)
15:56 local1600mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner7. Aka DakaSP $3.20
★ Top pickWon
7Aka Daka
Aka Daka brings progressive form into this race, having won his maiden impressively two starts back before a close second last start at Tatura over this distance. While stepping up in class, he has the tactical versatility to settle midfield and finish strongly, which should suit Echuca's fair track with its long home straight.
2nd pick7th
9New York Scandal
New York Scandal brings strong recent form into this race, having finished second in her last two starts including a close-up effort at Morphettville Parks in BM64 grade. While her win strike rate is modest, she's incredibly consistent and should appreciate the fair racing surface at Echuca with its long home straight.
3rd pick2nd
1Flashlight
Flashlight returns from a spell with a strong fresh record and drops in class from his recent racing. His record at the mile is solid with a win and a third from three attempts. While carrying top weight is a challenge, he's drawn perfectly in barrier 1 which should allow him to utilize his early speed and find a forward position.
Value pick5th
10Algadon Storm
Algadon Storm represents excellent value as a progressive 3YO filly coming off a maiden win. While stepping up to 1600m for the first time, her racing pattern suggests the distance will suit, and she gets in with a favorable weight against older horses.
- 1st7Aka DakaJarrod Fry$3.20
- 2nd1FlashlightBrad Rawiller$3.60
- 3rd12Sugar And SweetLiam Riordan$12.00
- 4th3Frozen TideJake Duffy$10.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Aka Daka | 7 | Jarrod Fry | V L Malady | 60.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 1 | Flashlight | 1 | Brad Rawiller | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 63.5kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 12 | Sugar And Sweet | 2 | Liam Riordan | Rachel Samsonenko | 60.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Frozen Tide | 11 | Jake Duffy | S Fliedner | 62.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Algadon Storm | 3 | Carleen Hefel | M M Laurie | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Slate Ripper | 9 | Lachlan King | Colin McGillivray | 61kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 9 | New York Scandal | 4 | Nadia Daniels | Aaron Laing | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Prestige Geoffrey | 5 | Zoe Waller | Matt Jenkins | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Gift Of Oratory | 8 | Brittany Button | A R Coffey | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 13 | High Torque | 10 | Logan McNeil | Dean Grass | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Hydrogen Power | 5 | Nathan Hobson | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Jaz Tycoon | 14 | Ms M Cunningham | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Top Arctic | 7 | Steven King | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Oh No George | 6 | Melea Castle | Michael Farrell | 54kg |
Goodyear Autocare Echuca Moama (Bm56)
16:31 local1000mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner8. Wareo RoadSP $8.50
★ Top pick6th
3Damas
Damas brings strong consistent form with a 55% place rate and excellent second-up statistics. While he's only won once from 11 starts, his consistency and ability to handle this class level make him the standout. The Good 4 surface suits perfectly based on his record.
2nd pick5th
12Over The Stars
Despite a disappointing 7th last start, she's dropping in class and has drawn perfectly in barrier 1. Her record at 1000m (12: 1-3-3) shows she's well-suited to today's distance, and the Good 4 track should be ideal.
3rd pick3rd
5Dry Fire
Dry Fire brings solid recent form with a 2nd placing last start at Albury. The gear change to winkers could sharpen him up, and he's been racing in stronger company. The Good 4 track suits based on his record of 11: 2-2-0.
Value pick8th
11Lightning Lizard
His 4th last start was solid, and the return of blinkers should sharpen him up.
- 1st8Wareo RoadBrad Rawiller$8.50
- 2nd2MinesiteNadia Daniels$11.00
- 3rd5Dry FireLiam Riordan$6.50
- 4th13Miss LottieBrittany Button$4.80
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Wareo Road | 3 | Brad Rawiller | A R Coffey | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Minesite | 5 | Nadia Daniels | J D Pearson | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Dry Fire | 2 | Liam Riordan | Nick Ryan | 60.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 13 | Miss Lottie | 6 | Brittany Button | G W Egan | 55.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 12 | Over The Stars | 1 | Cian Macredmond | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 3 | Damas | 7 | Koby Jennings | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 61.5kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 1 | Shamateur | 9 | Cory Parish | S Fliedner | 62.5kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Lightning Lizard | 8 | Alice Kennedy | Ben Brisbourne | 56.5kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Acantilado | 4 | Logan McNeil | Craig Weeding | 61kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Faerie | 10 | Lachlan King | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Mission Gold | 11 | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Arabella Star | 10 | T & C McEvoy | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Hi Tiago | 12 | Yoshitomo Shima | 59.5kg |
Bet365 Top Finishes (Bm56)
17:06 local1200mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner13. ZenacitySP $6.00
★ Top pick3rd
3Little Bighorn
Four-year-old gelding showing excellent recent form, finishing a close second at Werribee over similar distance 16 days ago. Has a strong record at this distance (5: 1-1-1) and performs well second-up from a spell. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 which should allow him to settle in a forward position.
2nd pickWon
13Zenacity
Five-year-old mare with excellent course form, having won once and placed twice from three starts at Echuca. Has a good record at this distance with two seconds from three attempts. Coming off a solid 4th placing at Wodonga and has shown consistency throughout her career. The wide barrier is a concern, but her track experience and ability to handle good surfaces are significant positives.
3rd pickScratched
7Mr Markle
Four-year-old gelding coming off a solid third placing at Tatura over 1000m. Has an excellent second-up record with one win from two attempts. Typically races in stronger company and should appreciate the class drop here. Barrier 12 is a concern but has shown tactical versatility in previous runs.
Value pick9th
16Sweet City Dancer
- 1st13ZenacityLiam Riordan$6.00
- 2nd2Yaki IshiCian Macredmond$81.00
- 3rd3Little BighornBrad Rawiller$1.70
- 4th9It'sbruceJarrod Fry$15.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Zenacity | 15 | Liam Riordan | Nick Ryan | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Yaki Ishi | 7 | Cian Macredmond | N J Dyer | 62kg | $81.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Little Bighorn | 2 | Brad Rawiller | R D Griffiths | 61.5kg | $1.70 |
| 4th | 9 | It'sbruce | 6 | Jarrod Fry | Ms G Johnstone | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Bourbon Road | 14 | Logan McNeil | A R Coffey | 61kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Silvaloa | 9 | Alice Kennedy | Ben Brisbourne | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 18 | Montrock | 1 | Caine Stuart | Nathan Hobson | 53kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Geegee Jet By | 8 | Jake Duffy | Anthony Chibnall | 61kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 16 | Sweet City Dancer | 10 | Jarrod Fry | Mitchell Freedman | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Over Yonder | 5 | Brittany Button | G W Egan | 62kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Mishima | 3 | Ben Brisbourne | 58.5kg | $91.00 | |
| 12th | 11 | Lady Maestro | 13 | Cory Parish | Rhys Archard | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 13th | 15 | Deebaa | 4 | Nathan Punch | P McVicar | 57kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Mr Markle | 12 | Koby Jennings | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Smarticon | 14 | David & Coral Feek | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Faithinher | 11 | Lachlan King | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Miss Magoo | 15 | Mathew Smerdon | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Doubt In The Sky | 17 | M M Laurie | 58.5kg |
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