The likely fast tempo should suit her finishing style, and Jye McNeil is a significant jockey booking. Appears ready to break through.
Victoria · Friday 23 January 2026
Pakenham tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Pakenham. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
The Valley @ Southside Pakenham Mdn Plate
Invincible Lover showed significant promise on debut when finishing a close second at Cranbourne. The well-bred filly by I Am Invincible should derive natural improvement from that experience. Drawn to get a good run from barrier 6 and the Kennewell/Spain combination has a solid strike rate. The tongue tie going on suggests potential improvement.
Miss Navratilova brings solid consistency with placings in two of her three starts. Michael Dee is a quality jockey booking and she should handle the likely fast tempo. The wide barrier is a slight concern but she has tactical versatility.
While she has limited race experience with just one start, that run showed promise and there's significant scope for improvement. The 190-day break suggests she's been given time to mature and develop.
- 1st5Fundamental NatureJohn Allen$3.60
- 2nd4AfterbernaRobert Whearty$7.50
- 3rd11ShapenapitJye McNeil$4.20
- 4th8Invincible LoverZac Spain$4.20
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Fundamental Nature | 7 | John Allen | C Maher | 56.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Afterberna | 8 | Robert Whearty | C Maher | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Shapenapit | 9 | Jye McNeil | G M Begg | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 8 | Invincible Lover | 6 | Zac Spain | Lloyd Kennewell | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 9 | Kiwi Harmony | 1 | Luke Cartwright | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Miss Lil | 11 | Thomas Stockdale | F Stockdale | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Contemplate Kate | 3 | Alana Kelly | Andrew Payne | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Last Piece | 4 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Glisk | 5 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Girl Scout | 2 | Lachlan Neindorf | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Miss Navratilova | 10 | Michael Dee | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg |
Ladbrokes Top 2/3/4 Betting (Bm70)
I Only Wish brings the strongest recent form, finishing a close second at Flemington over 1800m just 13 days ago. While yet to win at 2000m, her racing pattern suggests the extra distance will suit, and she's shown consistent form throughout her career.
Hurry Curry drops significantly in class after competing in Group races. Her third in the Group 1 Flemington 2500m race last preparation shows her quality, and she has a good second-up record. While her recent form has been moderate, the class drop combined with her staying ability makes her a genuine contender. The moderate tempo should suit her racing pattern.
While stepping up in distance and class, her racing pattern suggests she'll appreciate the 2000m. Luke Nolen is a significant booking with a 28% win rate at this track.
Fiery Deal represents excellent value as a progressive mare on the rise. Her dominant win last start at Cranbourne over 2025m suggests she's ready for this step up in class.
- 1st2I Only WishLuke Currie$2.45
- 2nd3Bon FeteHarry Coffey$5.50
- 3rd4Fiery DealJye McNeil$4.80
- 4th1Hurry CurryJackson Radley$6.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | I Only Wish | 3 | Luke Currie | R D Griffiths | 59.5kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 3 | Bon Fete | 2 | Harry Coffey | Jason Warren | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Fiery Deal | 4 | Jye McNeil | Peter Gelagotis | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 1 | Hurry Curry | 5 | Jackson Radley | D T O'Brien | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Draw Attention | 1 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Pink Chandon | 7 | Jamie Mott | Glen Thompson | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Speak | 6 | Logan McNeil | D M Noonan | 56.5kg | $201.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Sparkle Link | 8 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
Chandler Macleod (Bm66)
Foxenberg returns from a spell with excellent first-up credentials (1 win from 1 start) and drops significantly in class after competing in open company. His form at this distance is strong (1-0-1 from 3 starts) and he's well-weighted with 58.5kg. Jamie Mott (19% strike rate at Pakenham) takes the ride, and the removal of the nose roll could sharpen him up. The very fast tempo should suit his racing pattern.
Charmed Run comes into this second-up with a consistent record in this position (0-0-3 from 3 starts). Her last start 2nd at Warrnambool was solid, and she boasts an impressive record at this distance (5-2-3 from 16 starts). The very fast tempo should suit her racing style.
Pick 'n' Mix brings a strong overall record (3-0-1 from 5 starts) into this race and has performed well second-up previously (0-0-1 from 1 start). The gear changes (ear muffs first time, ear muffs pre-race only off) could help settle her better. Luke Currie is a strong booking with a 19% win rate when teaming up with the McEvoy stable. The very fast tempo may work against her on-pace style.
He has previous experience at this track and distance (0-0-1 from 1 start) and drops in class from his last start. Lachlan Neindorf is in good form with a 20% strike rate from his last 20 rides. The very fast tempo should suit his racing pattern.
- 1st9FoxenbergJamie Mott$3.30
- 2nd4Pick 'n' MixLuke Currie$6.00
- 3rd2Charmed RunJackson Radley$3.10
- 4th7Don't RussiaThomas Stockdale$7.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Foxenberg | 9 | Jamie Mott | Clayton Douglas | 58.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 4 | Pick 'n' Mix | 8 | Luke Currie | T & C McEvoy | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Charmed Run | 2 | Jackson Radley | Luke Oliver | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 7 | Don't Russia | 7 | Thomas Stockdale | Craig Blackshaw | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Semelle Rouge | 6 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Machinist | 4 | Lachlan Neindorf | M Croston & G Gilmour | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Maximillius | 1 | Ryan Houston | Michael Jones | 60kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Torlaah | 5 | Luke Cartwright | Luke Oliver | 58kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 3 | La Astro Chat | 10 | Celine Gaudray | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 60kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Bossy Star | 3 | M M Laurie | 59kg |
Leila Rose Foundation (Bm64)
First-up from a spell but has placed when fresh previously. Gets in well at the weights with 55kg and drops significantly in class from Group 3 company. Drawn perfectly in barrier 3 and should get an ideal run in midfield with Emily Pozman aboard.
Perfectly drawn in barrier 1 and drops significantly in class from previous Group racing. Strong overall record of 7:1-1-3 and performs well on Good tracks.
Gets the services of quality jockey Jye McNeil who has a 19% strike rate with the stable. Drops significantly in class but carries top weight of 59kg. Overall record of 4:1-1-0 shows promise.
Kiwi Raider represents excellent value despite the class rise. Unbeaten with Ethan Brown aboard who is in red-hot form with 8 wins from his last 20 rides. Significant gear changes with cross-over nose band off and norton bit on for the first time. Perfect barrier 2 draw and has a strong overall record of 2:1-0-1. Improving profile suggests more to come.
- 1st6WinteryTom Madden$7.00
- 2nd5ShinjinaEmily Pozman$2.70
- 3rd3Wiltshire SquareLuke Cartwright$9.50
- 4th2YoloDakotah Keane$10.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Wintery | 5 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Shinjina | 3 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 3 | Wiltshire Square | 1 | Luke Cartwright | C Maher | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Yolo | 7 | Dakotah Keane | C Maher | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Kiwi Raider | 2 | Ethan Brown | M W Walker | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Hello Romeo | 6 | Jackson Radley | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Frostnip | 4 | Jye McNeil | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $5.50 |
| Scr | 7 | Grammy's Sunshine | 8 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 57kg |
DCE (Bm66)
Jamie Mott's booking is a positive with his 19% strike rate at Pakenham.
Global Eclipse brings excellent consistency with 7 placings from 10 starts and has strong recent form with consecutive seconds before a 6th place finish last start. Ben Melham's booking is significant with his 20% recent strike rate and 19% success with the stable.
The step up to 2000m looks suitable based on his finishing efforts, and he's well-weighted with just 55kg. Jackson Radley is a promising young rider with a 15% recent strike rate.
Her running style should be suited by the backmarker-favoring track bias identified in recent meetings. The booking of quality jockey Jye McNeil is significant, and with just 55.5kg, she's well-weighted to finish strongly. Her third placing at 2040m previously suggests the distance will suit.
- 1st6Global EclipseBen Melham$3.90
- 2nd3AvenuesLuke Cartwright$21.00
- 3rd8Quite The LassJye McNeil$4.80
- 4th5Cyclone HarmonyJackson Radley$8.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Global Eclipse | 7 | Ben Melham | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 3 | Avenues | 2 | Luke Cartwright | M C Kent | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Quite The Lass | 3 | Jye McNeil | Reece Goodwin | 55.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 5 | Cyclone Harmony | 9 | Jackson Radley | Peter Gelagotis | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Fam Gorman | 6 | Jamie Mott | Clay Beasy | 59kg | $3.80 |
| 6th | 7 | Pending List | 8 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Brilliant Venture | 5 | Ryan Houston | Andrea Leek | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Aseventy Seven | 1 | Jett Stanley | E & D Browne | 61.5kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Nordic Belle | 4 | Teodore Nugent | Charlotte Littlefield | 55kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Gable | 10 | R J Meunier | 55kg |
Bottle Stop (Bm66)
Progressive 4YO gelding showing excellent form with back-to-back wins. Jockey Jye McNeil has a perfect record on this horse with 2 wins from 2 rides. Drawn ideally in barrier 2 to utilize early speed in a race with likely fast tempo. First attempt at 1400m is the query, but his strong finishing efforts suggest the distance should suit. Class rise is offset by natural improvement.
Consistent 5YO gelding coming off an excellent second at this track just 7 days ago. Barrier 7 is the only slight concern.
Lightly-raced 4YO mare with a progressive profile showing strong recent form including a good second last start over 1600m. The application of blinkers for the first time could provide the necessary improvement. Wide barrier is the main concern, but the likely fast tempo should allow her to find cover and finish strongly. Handles good tracks well.
Consistent 5YO gelding coming off a strong win at Cranbourne over 1300m. Has a solid record at this class level and is drawn to get an ideal run from barrier 3. First attempt at 1400m is the query, but his racing pattern suggests the distance should suit. Carrying equal top weight is offset by his proven ability at this level.
- 1st2Bons To RichesShane Foley$12.00
- 2nd9Nic's ChoiceLuke Cartwright$16.00
- 3rd4OroveroEthan Brown$13.00
- 4th10TsarineLachlan Neindorf$8.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Bons To Riches | 3 | Shane Foley | Alexander Rae | 61kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Nic's Choice | 4 | Luke Cartwright | J F Moloney | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Orovero | 8 | Ethan Brown | M C Kent | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Tsarine | 13 | Lachlan Neindorf | A & S Freedman | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Understudy | 5 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Jewel Bay | 7 | Michael Dee | Andrea Leek | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Power Cable | 1 | Jamie Mott | Luke Oliver | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Aliano | 2 | Jye McNeil | R D Griffiths | 61kg | $1.55 |
| 9th | 11 | Mislead | 12 | Harry Coffey | Ms R Frost | 55.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Time Allowed | 6 | Jackson Radley | T Busuttin & N Young | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Betwitchery | 11 | Luke Currie | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 58kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Miss Kasei | 9 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Masterful | 10 | Emily Pozman | E Jusufovic | 59kg |
Clamms Seafood Australia Stakes
He draws the inside barrier which should be advantageous at Pakenham, and drops back from Group 3 company where he was competitive. While his overall record is modest, his current form cycle suggests he's racing at his peak.
He draws well in barrier 4 and has the services of in-form jockey Ethan Brown who's striking at 40% from his last 20 rides. While rising in class is a concern, his recent performances suggest he can be competitive at this level.
The 3YO colt gets in with just 55kg, a significant advantage against older horses, and has a strong first-up record.
His first-up record is solid with 2 wins from 10 attempts, and he's dropping in class from stronger company.
- 1st4HedgedHarry Coffey$9.50
- 2nd2VeightLuke Currie$19.00
- 3rd1War MachineJamie Melham$1.30
- 4th5NadalEthan Brown$5.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Hedged | 1 | Harry Coffey | Gavin Bedggood | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Veight | 3 | Luke Currie | T & C McEvoy | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | War Machine | 2 | Jamie Melham | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58.5kg | $1.30 |
| 4th | 5 | Nadal | 4 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Maharba | 5 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 58.5kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Aztec Ruler | 6 | William Pike | S V Vahala | 58.5kg | |
| 7 | Cannonball | 7 | John Allen | P Kearney | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Jimmy Recard | 8 | Lachlan Neindorf | C Maher | 55kg |
Ladbrokes SRM In Multis (Bm70)
Second-up here after a solid 3rd when fresh at Caulfield. The Mick Kent/Ethan Brown combination boasts an impressive 38% strike rate. Should get a perfect midfield position from barrier 6 and will be strong late with the expected fast tempo. Represents the best winning chance.
Consistent mare dropping in class after a solid 2nd in BM74 company at Flemington. Boasts an excellent record at the distance with 2 wins and 2 placings from 6 attempts. Will likely take up a forward position from barrier 2 which suits the track pattern. Emily Pozman maintains the ride and while her track record at Pakenham is modest, she knows this mare well.
Consistent mare with strong recent form including a win at Sandown-Lakeside over this trip. Has tactical speed to take up a forward position from barrier 3 which suits the track pattern. While unproven at Pakenham, her adaptability to different tracks is a positive. The slight class drop from her last start should see her competitive again.
Experienced mare coming off a win at this track just 14 days ago in BM62 grade.
- 1st1Paradise CityEmily Pozman$2.05
- 2nd4Sirius StatementJamie Mott$18.00
- 3rd2Stage 'n' ScreenJackson Radley$4.20
- 4th7TerileeEthan Brown$4.20
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Paradise City | 2 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 4 | Sirius Statement | 12 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 60.5kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Stage 'n' Screen | 3 | Jackson Radley | M W Walker | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 7 | Terilee | 6 | Ethan Brown | M C Kent | 60kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 11 | Drone Attack | 1 | Dakotah Keane | R D Griffiths | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Snappy Pierro | 4 | Patrick Moloney | Ms D Chapman | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Blistering | 5 | Koby Jennings | John Pascoe | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Princess Toro | 7 | Luke Cartwright | Archie Alexander | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Empress Of The Sun | 8 | Jamie Melham | C Maher | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Queen Of Tuscany | 9 | Shane Foley | R D Griffiths | 58kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Supercilious | 10 | Luke Currie | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Perfect Ending | 11 | Cian Macredmond | Matthew Cumani | 60kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Pula | 12 | D T O'Brien | 55.5kg |
Before the races, not after
Get every tip before the jump
Our top three picks and a value pick for every race, with assessed prices, speed maps and the analysis behind them. Free for 7 days.