★ Top pick2nd
2Jeans
Gear changes (blinkers on, nasal strip) indicate preparation targeting win. Speed map suggests forward role suiting Kilcoy's on-pace bias despite fast tempo.
Queensland · Wednesday 18 February 2026
Kilcoy tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 6 races at Kilcoy. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won2/633%
Any tip won6/6100%
Top pick placed5/683%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Kilcoy Global Foods Mdn Plate
13:24 local800mMaiden$22,000
Winner1. BetterindanudeSP $3.50
2nd pickWon
1Betterindanude
Consistent trend, gear change, and likely midfield role suit fast tempo.
3rd pick6th
3Joyful Conquest
Suits on-pace bias in Soft 7. High volatility maiden warrants inclusion as form-based roughie with upside.
Value pick7th
10That's A Beauty
Leah Martyn's 25% recent form and J-T combo (13%) signal intent. Absent form not penalised; proxy eval (barrier, jockey, weight) strong in volatile maiden.
- 1st1BetterindanudeLeslie Tilley$3.50
- 2nd2JeansNozi Tomizawa$3.40
- 3rd11King Of Valhalla$3.50
- 4th8Reign Of DameMicheal Hellyer$8.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Betterindanude | 4 | Leslie Tilley | P J Wallace | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Jeans | 7 | Nozi Tomizawa | J P Wallace | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 3rd | 11 | King Of Valhalla | 6 | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 58kg | $3.50 | |
| 4th | 8 | Reign Of Dame | 8 | Micheal Hellyer | Jason Edwards | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Zou Zou Shargusa | 3 | Brandon Lerena | K R Kemp | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Joyful Conquest | 2 | Stephanie Tierney | Kym Afford | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 10 | That's A Beauty | 1 | Leah Martyn | L J Hatch | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 6 | Kelbrelyn | 5 | Kayla Johnston | Rob Davidson | 54kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Kaipaki Road | 9 | P P Jenkins | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Ladies Ocean Run | 2 | Pat W Webster | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Spies On | 11 | S W Kendrick | 56kg |
Kilcoy Diggers Mdn Plate
13:59 local1500mMaiden$22,000
Winner10. WimowehSP $1.18
★ Top pickWon
10Wimoweh
Wimoweh shapes as the most reliable winning chance despite being winless.
2nd pick2nd
6Fortunas Girl
Fortunas Girl represents the best of the lightly-raced brigade with clear improvement shown between her two starts. The 27-day gap suggests a freshening approach, though the wide barrier is concerning at this tight track.
3rd pick6th
3Set For Life
While winless, he's shown consistent placing ability and the inside barrier gives him every chance to control the tempo. The longer distance may suit his staying pedigree better than previous shorter attempts.
Value pick4th
11Cross Of Scarlet
While her overall record is poor, the booking of quality jockey Brandon Lerena suggests stable confidence, and the step up to 1500m may suit her staying pedigree. The rail draw gives her every chance to be prominent early.
- 1st10WimowehLeslie Tilley$1.18
- 2nd6Fortunas GirlMicheal Hellyer$9.00
- 3rd2CheekoswayNathan Fazackerley$31.00
- 4th11Cross Of ScarletBrandon Lerena$8.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Wimoweh | 4 | Leslie Tilley | Billy Healey | 56.5kg | $1.18 |
| 2nd | 6 | Fortunas Girl | 8 | Micheal Hellyer | Jack Bruce | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Cheekosway | 7 | Nathan Fazackerley | B J Puckeridge | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Cross Of Scarlet | 1 | Brandon Lerena | Michael Morrison | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 13 | Up Over'n Gone | 2 | Paul Hamblin | K R Kemp | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Set For Life | 3 | Stephanie Tierney | Kym Afford | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Two Time Girl | 5 | Harrison Shaw | Daryll Leggatt | 56.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Blood Red | 4 | Julie Busuttin | Neil Hocking | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Verbalize | 10 | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Watchthethundaroll | 6 | Kayla Johnston | A & D Simpson | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Grigia | 3 | Damien Boche | L J Hatch | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Razor's Magic | 11 | Tiffani Brooker | Jimmy Downes | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Shooting Firm | 5 | Stephanie Sixtus | 56.5kg |
Great Northern Brewery (Bm55)
14:34 local1200mBenchmark 55$20,000
Winner1. Pee Bee NoirSP $2.90
★ Top pickWon
1Pee Bee Noir
2nd pick4th
9Sonic Arrow
Good draw suits speed map, proven on soft (15 soft starts), dropping in class. Fast tempo may suit closing style despite backmarker tag, as Kilcoy leaders win only 22%. Solid place claims.
3rd pick3rd
6Monazel
Monazel brings strong Kilcoy record (4 starts, 2 seconds at T/D) and distance suitability in BM55. Midfield map viable if tempo holds; reliable placegetter in country grade.
Value pick5th
8Braidwood Queen
- 1st1Pee Bee NoirLeslie Tilley$2.90
- 2nd7Happy WinsMicheal Hellyer$1.75
- 3rd6MonazelBrandon Lerena$12.00
- 4th9Sonic ArrowHarrison Shaw$7.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Pee Bee Noir | 9 | Leslie Tilley | P & W Hulbert | 60.5kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 7 | Happy Wins | 1 | Micheal Hellyer | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $1.75 |
| 3rd | 6 | Monazel | 7 | Brandon Lerena | Grant Allard | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Sonic Arrow | 4 | Harrison Shaw | Phil Bobic | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Braidwood Queen | 3 | Kayla Barker | Malcolm Bailey | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Sweet Anthe | 5 | Kayla Johnston | Rob Davidson | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Prevaricate | 8 | Shakira Bailey | Mark Ferguson | 52kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Oystercatcher | 2 | Chelsea Francis | Darren P Bell | 57kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Whiskey Dancer | 3 | Damien Rideout | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Cool Music | 6 | Damien Boche | B J Dais | 59.5kg |
Searles Garden Products Mdn Plate
15:09 local1200mMaiden$22,000
Winner5. ZoodooSP $2.90
★ Top pick4th
2Eraja
Eraja tops form assessment despite limited exposure. Barrier 2 is gold at leader-favouring Kilcoy (1200m hits bend early). Fast tempo map positions as likely leader hard to run down on tight track.
2nd pickWon
5Zoodoo
Zoodoo solid each-way chance with barrier 4 and elite jockey Lerena enhancing map in fast tempo. First up suits; soft track form (2:0-0-1) edges unproven rivals on Soft 7. Bruce stable reliable; midfield map workable if leaders over-race.
3rd pick2nd
4Scion
Recent Dalby 2nd shows ability; class drop positive. Leader map helps but barrier 7 tests at speed-biased Kilcoy. Recent fade cons but fitness peak in regular prep edges first-uppers; reliable place claim in open Maiden.
Value pick5th
8Golden Notre
Soft acclimated (4 starts); recent 4th improvement in Maiden suits volatility. Roughy potential if maps on-pace in fast tempo; upside vs exposed non-winners.
- 1st5ZoodooBrandon Lerena$2.90
- 2nd4ScionLeslie Tilley$4.60
- 3rd10RancourLeah Martyn$17.00
- 4th2ErajaStephanie Tierney$1.95
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Zoodoo | 4 | Brandon Lerena | Jack Bruce | 58.5kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 4 | Scion | 7 | Leslie Tilley | A & T Sweeney | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 10 | Rancour | 1 | Leah Martyn | R L Heathcote | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Eraja | 2 | Stephanie Tierney | S W Kendrick | 56.5kg | $1.95 |
| 5th | 8 | Golden Notre | 3 | Jason Taylor | Ravyn Warzecha | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Prairie Lass | 8 | Micheal Hellyer | G M Hay | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Clearly Not | 6 | Damien Boche | Vic Heading | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Chidgey | 6 | Jake Capewell | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Galath | 5 | Adam Sewell | R T Hay | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Columbia Reef | 6 | Paul Hamblin | David Vandyke | 57.5kg |
Kilcoy Exchange Hotel (Bm55)
15:44 local1200mBenchmark 55$20,000
Winner2. Best CoffeeSP $9.00
★ Top pick2nd
1Purosangue
The standout selection based on last start dominance at this exact venue and distance. The inside barrier is crucial at tight Kilcoy where leaders dominate. Despite top weight and jockey concerns, the form line is clearly superior with proven track/distance success making this the most likely winner.
2nd pick7th
5Je Reve
Recent maiden win was dominant and the step up in class could suit this progressive type. Sewell knows the horse well with strong combination statistics providing confidence for the place.
3rd pick5th
4Storm Force Ten
Consistent performer with good Kilcoy credentials. The inside barrier is crucial at this tight track and soft track form is proven. Recent third shows competitive form at this level despite distance concerns making this a solid place chance.
Value pickWon
2Best Coffee
Previous Kilcoy winner at this distance with strong recent form.
- 1st2Best CoffeeDamien Boche$9.00
- 2nd1PurosangueReece O'Connell$1.55
- 3rd7Crazy Eyed FredMicheal Hellyer$16.00
- 4th11Astern VillaKayla Johnston$11.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Best Coffee | 7 | Damien Boche | James Moore | 61.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Purosangue | 2 | Reece O'Connell | M A Currie | 59kg | $1.55 |
| 3rd | 7 | Crazy Eyed Fred | 5 | Micheal Hellyer | R G Kelly | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Astern Villa | 4 | Kayla Johnston | J L Johnston | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Storm Force Ten | 3 | Stephanie Tierney | S W Kendrick | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Star Anthem | 8 | Julie Busuttin | M J Lakey | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Je Reve | 6 | Adam Sewell | Laura Anderson | 60.5kg | $9.50 |
| Scr | 3 | Bold As Brass | 10 | P P Jenkins | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Lonergy | 1 | Shakira Bailey | R T Hay | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Gold Dazzler | 9 | Harrison Shaw | Phil Bobic | 59kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Bee Exact | 12 | J J Hubbard | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | So You Can Torque | 1 | A & T Sweeney | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Step On Fire | 4 | G Sitek | 57kg |
Ladbrokes Odds Surge (Bm60)
16:19 local1500mBenchmark 60$20,000
Winner8. Go MaroSP $4.20
★ Top pick3rd
12Chance With Wolves
Chance With Wolves presents the strongest winning chance based on tactical advantages and recent form improvement.
2nd pick4th
11Notacluehoworwho
The gelding's second-up statistics show significant improvement potential from his resuming run.
3rd pickWon
8Go Maro
Go Maro represents a significant class drop from Open company with gear changes potentially unlocking improvement. The class relief provides the key edge.
Value pick6th
5Sock'emsid
Sock'emsid offers value based on his exceptional Kilcoy record and proven ability at this distance. Despite poor recent form, his track specialization and class drop provide hope for improvement.
- 1st8Go MaroBrandon Lerena$4.20
- 2nd4Power AceLeah Martyn$4.40
- 3rd12Chance With WolvesMorgan Butler$3.50
- 4th11NotacluehoworwhoAdam Sewell$4.40
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Go Maro | 8 | Brandon Lerena | K R Kemp | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Power Ace | 9 | Leah Martyn | T J Gollan | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 12 | Chance With Wolves | 3 | Morgan Butler | Ms J Aitkenhead | 55.5kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 11 | Notacluehoworwho | 6 | Adam Sewell | G R Duncan | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 13 | Oakfield Storm | 2 | Taryn Churchill | 54kg | $51.00 | |
| 6th | 5 | Sock'emsid | 10 | Paul Hamblin | Brendan Jones | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 14 | Show Me The Stars | 11 | Chris Meehan | Brendan Jones | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Italian Dancer | 9 | S W Kendrick | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Man In The Mirror | 5 | Leslie Tilley | R T Hay | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Aces Up | 7 | Stephanie Tierney | Kym Afford | 59kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Casanova Man | 4 | S P Ryan | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Got Yourself A Gun | 1 | Harrison Shaw | Phil Bobic | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Cheerful Cat | 10 | Damien Boche | James Moore | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Parisienne Piper | 11 | M A Currie | 57kg |
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