Geelong tips and results

Our price $4.00 · SP $6.00 · Beau Mertens

Inspiring showed promise on debut when finishing 4th at Mornington. The Greg Eurell-trained gelding draws perfectly in barrier 2 and should get an ideal run in transit. With natural improvement expected second-up and the services of Beau Mertens, he looks well-placed to break through in this maiden field.

Our price $6.00 · SP $8.00 · Daniel Stackhouse

This consistent mare has placed in 2 of her 3 starts and continues to improve with racing.

Our price $6.00 · SP $8.00 · Robert Whearty

The Maher-trained gelding should appreciate the step up to 1512m based on his running style, and while the wide barrier is a concern, he has the ability to finish strongly in a race with likely good tempo. Represents a genuine winning chance.

Our price $7.00 · SP $5.50 · Beau Mertens

The Impending gelding is well-drawn in barrier 6 and should get a good position in the running. While yet to place from four starts, he's showing signs of improvement and could be ready to peak. Represents place value in an open maiden.

Our price $4.50 · SP $3.30 · Michael Dee

Druthers makes his debut for the powerful Hayes stable with the application of ear muffs (pre-race) and lugging bit. The stable doesn't typically run horses without expectation, and the booking of Michael Dee suggests some confidence. The gear application first-up indicates they've done plenty of work with this runner, and the middle draw gives options in a race with likely fast tempo.

Our price $5.50 · SP $5.00 · Jordan Childs

Wonderdownunder debuts for the Danny O'Brien stable who has a strong record with first-starters. The booking of Jordan Childs is significant, as he wouldn't be on board without some stable confidence. While the barrier (8) isn't ideal, the 1312m start at Geelong gives plenty of time to find position. O'Brien rarely presents horses that aren't ready to perform.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.60 · Jack Hill

Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 with tactical speed to take up a forward position, he should get every chance from there. Has shown a liking for good tracks and maintains partnership with Jack Hill who knows him well.

Our price $7.00 · SP $21.00 · Thomas Stockdale

From the same stable as the favorite, this gelding should appreciate the step up in distance and will be suited by the likely fast tempo. The wide barrier is a concern but with natural improvement third-up, he can run into the placings.

Our price $12.00 · SP $16.00 · Luke Cartwright

This filly is second-up from a spell and should improve significantly on her first-up run. The significant class drop from previous Group 2 company is a major positive, and she'll be suited by the likely fast tempo. With just 54.5kg and a strong finishing burst, she represents outstanding each-way value.

Our price $3.00 · SP $2.80 · Michael Dee

Has placed in 5 of 18 starts at this distance and has a strong record at Geelong (8:0-2-4). Finished a close second last start carrying more weight and gets the services of top jockey Michael Dee. Genuine place chance who can win with the right run.

Our price $7.00 · SP $5.00 · Luke Cartwright

Lightly-raced mare from the powerful Moody stable resuming from a spell. Has an excellent first-up record of 2:1-1-0 and was placed second in BM62 grade last start. Carries just 55.5kg and has Luke Cartwright aboard. Barrier 8 isn't ideal but she has shown ability to overcome wide draws previously. Progressive type who should be ready to fire fresh.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.00 · Daniel Stackhouse

Second-up today and should improve further. Gets the services of Daniel Stackhouse and will be suited by the likely fast tempo. Barrier 5 gives options in the run.

Our price $4.50 · SP $3.80 · Mark Zahra

While his last start was disappointing, his overall form line shows consistency with multiple wins and placings. The booking of Mark Zahra is significant, and his versatile racing style should allow him to overcome the wider barrier. His best form puts him right in contention despite the slight class rise.

Our price $6.00 · SP $8.50 · Billy Egan

The significant class drop is a major advantage, and his overall record of 2 wins and 7 placings from 24 starts shows consistency. While unproven at this exact distance and carrying top weight, his recent performances suggest he's in the right form to be competitive. Billy Egan's booking adds further confidence.

Our price $3.80 · SP $4.00 · John Allen

Progressive 4YO gelding showing excellent form progression with a last-start win at Echuca. The class rise is offset by a significant weight drop, and his tactical versatility should allow him to settle midfield and finish strongly.

Our price $4.00 · SP $6.50 · Mark Zahra

The good barrier draw and tactical versatility should allow him to take up a position just off the pace, perfectly positioned to capitalize on the expected fast tempo.