The Freedman stable booking Reece Jones suggests confidence, and the filly's recent Rosehill run shows she's race-fit. The step back in distance from 1100m to 900m should suit her tactical speed.
New South Wales · Saturday 14 February 2026
Newcastle tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Newcastle. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Prosperity Salary Packaging Mdn Hcp
The first-time cross-over nose band and ideal barrier draw suggest they expect improvement.
The lightweight 54kg and inside barrier provide tactical advantages on the soft track.
- 1st7She's ExtraWilliam A Stanley$2.45
- 2nd2JouramaKeagan Latham$3.80
- 3rd5DoubellaMitchell Bell$4.20
- 4th8LeucaMollie Fitzgerald$61.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | She's Extra | 1 | William A Stanley | K A Lees | 54kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 2 | Jourama | 2 | Keagan Latham | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 3rd | 5 | Doubella | 6 | Mitchell Bell | Richard & Will Freedman | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 8 | Leuca | 4 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Allan Kehoe | 53.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Machrihanish | 3 | Reece Jones | Richard & Will Freedman | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 1 | Gripfast | 5 | Lee Magorrian | Sara Ryan | 58kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Rumdabar | 7 | K A Lees | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Wolf Gap | 8 | A & S Freedman | 58kg |
HMRI Mdn Plate
The Freedman-trained gelding has experience at this track and distance, with his 4th placing at Kembla Grange over 1600m demonstrating current ability.
Explicit benefits from a significant class drop having raced at higher levels previously. The gelding has shown glimpses with a recent 3rd at Randwick-Kensington and draws well in barrier 5.
The Bryce Heys-trained mare has shown consistency with a placing record and appears well-suited to this distance range. Her current form trajectory suggests she's ready to break through.
- 1st6Free And FastKeagan Latham$4.00
- 2nd4Eureka RebelHeavelon Van Der Hoven$5.50
- 3rd9CanjustifyMitchell Bell$13.00
- 4th3Bold DavidMitch Stapleford$61.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Free And Fast | 10 | Keagan Latham | A & S Freedman | 57.5kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Eureka Rebel | 3 | Heavelon Van Der Hoven | Matthew Smith | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Canjustify | 6 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Bold David | 1 | Mitch Stapleford | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 8 | My Cartouche | 8 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Craig Carmody | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Introspective | 11 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 52.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Awesome Artist | 9 | Lee Magorrian | C Maher | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Ribble Lace | 4 | L P Beuzelin | David Payne | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Shadow Of Light | 2 | Brock Ryan | John Thompson | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Almanzas | 12 | Aaron Bullock | Bjorn Baker | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Golden Castel | 7 | Adam Farragher | John Thompson | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Explicit | 5 | Reece Jones | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Meritage | 12 | Bryce Heys | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Typhoon Bassett | 9 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg |
Mai-Wel Super Mdn Hcp
The consistent place record (3 from 5) and light weight provide significant advantages.
The lightly raced profile suggests untapped potential, though the 42-day break and winless record present concerns.
Adaptation showed strong improvement with a recent third at Newcastle, demonstrating track suitability and an upward trajectory. The combination of track form, improving trend, and strong jockey booking provides solid winning chances, though the inexperience and soft track conditions present some uncertainty.
- 1st3VelarisLee Magorrian$7.50
- 2nd5GarrixChad Lever$15.00
- 3rd4AdaptationKeagan Latham$2.30
- 4th8AlmonzoAaron Bullock$5.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Velaris | 8 | Lee Magorrian | C J Waller | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Garrix | 7 | Chad Lever | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Adaptation | 2 | Keagan Latham | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58kg | $2.30 |
| 4th | 8 | Almonzo | 1 | Aaron Bullock | K A Lees | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Sun To Me | 4 | William A Stanley | P M Perry | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Meritage | 6 | Adam Farragher | Bryce Heys | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Edorado | 5 | Jess Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Typhoon Bassett | 9 | Mitchell Bell | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 2 | The Confidante | 3 | Grant Buckley | Peter Snowden | 59kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Indigo Star | 10 | C J Waller | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Pepe | 6 | C J Waller | 56.5kg |
Manning Valley Free Range Eggs Midway Mdn Hcp
Edward Cummings has a solid record with maidens, and the barrier 4 draw suits a forward position.
This filly returns from a 148-day break with blinkers applied for the first time, often a positive gear change. The light weight of 53.5kg provides a significant advantage, and Mitch Stapleford's strong recent form (20% strike rate) adds confidence. While first-up fitness is a query, the combination of fresh approach and equipment change makes her a genuine threat.
This gelding drops significantly in class after racing in open company and should benefit from the second-up fitness advantage.
This filly represents value with winkers applied for the first time, a gear change that often sparks improvement in young horses.
- 1st5The Magic ManLee Magorrian$4.80
- 2nd9UnjustRebecca Bronett Prag$41.00
- 3rd4Better BloomShaun Guymer$8.50
- 4th2Peace At LastMollie Fitzgerald$1.95
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | The Magic Man | 8 | Lee Magorrian | P M Perry | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 9 | Unjust | 5 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | J M Sharah | 52.5kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Better Bloom | 2 | Shaun Guymer | Robert Quinn | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Peace At Last | 4 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Edward Cummings | 56kg | $1.95 |
| 5th | 3 | Irulan | 1 | Keagan Latham | Jason Attard | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 6th | 1 | My Country Boy | 6 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Miss Steffi | 3 | Chad Lever | K J Parker | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6 | Arctic Bright | 7 | Mitch Stapleford | J G Sargent | 53.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Rubilace | 8 | Ms T Bateup | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Zougotme | 7 | R & L Price | 55.5kg |
Bonvilla Estate (Bm64)
The upside potential makes him an attractive second choice.
Quein Step brings strong wet track credentials and a 50% place rate to this soft track assignment. The good barrier and proven wet track ability keep her competitive.
His perfect 900m record and strong trainer/jockey combination provide confidence despite the class rise.
Represents excellent value for exotic players.
- 1st2One DestinyRebecca Bronett Prag$6.00
- 2nd1Don't Doubt MerlinDeon Le Roux$8.50
- 3rd11Kev's GirlClaire Ramsbotham$5.50
- 4th9Quein StepAdam Farragher$2.70
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | One Destiny | 9 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Scott Collings | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Don't Doubt Merlin | 4 | Deon Le Roux | R J Quinton | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Kev's Girl | 2 | Claire Ramsbotham | Marc Chevalier | 52kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Quein Step | 3 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 55.5kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 13 | Zakor | 8 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms J Bowen | 53.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Mr Trackside | 5 | William A Stanley | P M Perry | 53kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 7 | October Star | 7 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Savoca | 6 | Reece Jones | P M Perry | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Insist | 1 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 10th | 8 | Movin' Denman | 10 | Christian Reith | R E Ollerton | 57kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Silencio Porfavor | 13 | Matthew Smith | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Beyond My Ken | 3 | S I Singleton | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Bode Akuna | 8 | J C Coyle | 58kg |
Calvary Mater Newcastle Provincial (Bm64)
Channelling presents the strongest winning chance based on recent form and track conditions. Her Class 1 win at Kembla Grange demonstrates current ability, while her soft track record (1:1-0-0) suits today's conditions.
Think We're There's exceptional Newcastle record (2 wins, 4 placings from 8 starts) makes him a serious threat despite soft track concerns. His recent third at this track shows he's in form, and his proven distance ability at 1890m is a major asset. The barrier draw is challenging but his track familiarity provides significant edge.
Walk Like A Man's recent maiden win represents significant improvement and suggests he's ready for the next level. His consistent form pattern leading to that breakthrough, combined with a suitable weight allocation, makes him a genuine chance despite the class rise. The distance step-up is untested but his breeding suggests it should suit.
Her soft track record is outstanding, and the Buckley/Beer-Carpenter combination has been effective.
- 1st2Alabama BlitzZac Wadick$15.00
- 2nd1General SohoWilliam A Stanley$11.00
- 3rd7RothrockLee Magorrian$14.00
- 4th6Think We're ThereKeagan Latham$3.70
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Alabama Blitz | 5 | Zac Wadick | Denim Wynen | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | General Soho | 9 | William A Stanley | P M Perry | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Rothrock | 7 | Lee Magorrian | P M Perry | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Think We're There | 4 | Keagan Latham | J C Deamer | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 3 | Grey Secret | 8 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 58kg | $4.60 |
| 6th | 5 | Channelling | 2 | Mitchell Bell | Edward O'Rourke | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 8 | Pretty Please | 1 | Jess Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Dragon Dream | 3 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Allan Kehoe | 53.5kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Walk Like A Man | 6 | Chad Lever | K J Parker | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
Prosperity Advisers Group Hcp (C1)
Despite limited 1600m experience, his improving form trajectory and strong connections provide confidence.
His soft track winning record and recent Newcastle form provide confidence, while the inside barrier and class rise present challenges.
His track and distance record (1-1-0) combined with heavy track winning form makes him suited to conditions.
- 1st2PowerhouseAaron Bullock$1.85
- 2nd1CellarmasterKeagan Latham$2.35
- 3rd5NgunnawalMitchell Bell$31.00
- 4th6AfloatChristian Reith$16.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Powerhouse | 4 | Aaron Bullock | Peter Snowden | 60.5kg | $1.85 |
| 2nd | 1 | Cellarmaster | 8 | Keagan Latham | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 60.5kg | $2.35 |
| 3rd | 5 | Ngunnawal | 3 | Mitchell Bell | P M Perry | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Afloat | 1 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Strongside | 7 | Lee Magorrian | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Aussie Nation | 5 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Dollars | 4 | J C Deamer | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Southern Sky | 6 | Adam Farragher | Matthew Smith | 55kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Isla Negra | 2 | Grant Buckley | M, W & J Hawkes | 55kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Yes I Win | 9 | Richard & Will Freedman | 55kg |
ConnectAbility (Bm68)
The tongue tie removal suggests connections expect improvement, while the Bell-Litt combination has proven successful. His good track record and strong finishing ability suit Newcastle's long straight.
The addition of blinkers first time suggests connections expect improvement from his disappointing last start. His barrier 1 draw provides tactical advantage in the expected fast tempo, though the class rise and long spell create some risk.
Orthie's Boys offers excellent value as a proven soft track specialist returning first up. His perfect record on soft going and previous first-up success provide strong foundations. The class rise is manageable given his BM68 winning form, and the inside barrier helps in the expected fast tempo.
His proven Newcastle form and class drop create opportunity, though inconsistency and the wide draw present challenges.
- 1st7Il PasseroMitchell Bell$3.40
- 2nd9Athena's TreasureBen Looker$8.50
- 3rd10CoyoteGrant Buckley$4.40
- 4th1Broadway BouncerShannen Llewellyn$4.20
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Il Passero | 5 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 57kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 9 | Athena's Treasure | 4 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Coyote | 6 | Grant Buckley | Peter D Green | 56kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 1 | Broadway Bouncer | 2 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms K Buchanan | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 5 | Close Encounter | 3 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | K J Parker | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Orthies | 1 | Lee Magorrian | G McFarlane | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Inferencia | 7 | Aaron Bullock | Ms R Dunn | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Flamboyant Lad | 9 | Keagan Latham | Liam Ruddy | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Angara | 8 | William A Stanley | P M Perry | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Orthie's Boys | 2 | Mollie Fitzgerald | G McFarlane | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Lady Yarrow | 11 | Ms T Bateup | 56kg |
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