★ Top pick7th
6Nordic Viking
The inside barrier is crucial at Canterbury, and his first-up placing record suggests he can perform fresh despite the lengthy spell.
New South Wales · Friday 20 February 2026
Canterbury tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Canterbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won3/743%
Any tip won4/757%
Top pick placed5/771%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Drinkwise Mdn Plate
18:00 local1250mMaiden$60,000
Winner3. FarindiraSP $6.00
2nd pick5th
9Farfetched
Tim Clark's exceptional 35% recent strike rate combined with the proven Waterhouse/Bott partnership provides strong professional confidence. Her consistent placing ability and weight relief to 56.5kg offset the challenging wide barrier, making her a reliable place chance.
3rd pickScratched
4Hay Street
His second-up record and recent close second at Warwick Farm indicate peak fitness, while the Good 4 track suits his proven preferences.
Value pick2nd
8Rach
Her two close seconds demonstrate current fitness and ability, while the inside barrier provides a crucial edge at Canterbury.
- 1st3FarindiraAdam Hyeronimus$6.00
- 2nd8RachTommy Berry$4.40
- 3rd5Mister MartiniTyler Schiller$17.00
- 4th7Your ChilliRyan Sexton$20.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Farindira | 4 | Adam Hyeronimus | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Rach | 1 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 5 | Mister Martini | 5 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Your Chilli | 6 | Ryan Sexton | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Farfetched | 9 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Eynesbury | 3 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Nordic Viking | 2 | Sam Clipperton | J G Sargent | 58.5kg | $2.40 |
| Scr | 1 | Wan Lost | 8 | Jason Collett | K A Lees | 59kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Hay Street | 7 | Tom Sherry | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Firepop | 10 | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 56.5kg |
Catanach''s Jewellers (Bm64)
18:30 local1900mBenchmark 64$60,000
Winner6. GoofinatorSP $9.50
★ Top pickWon
6Goofinator
2nd pick3rd
7Okami Star
The wide barrier is a concern at Canterbury, but his staying ability should help.
3rd pick2nd
5Shanoni
The Tommy Berry booking adds confidence, though the class rise from maiden level is a concern for win chances.
Value pick7th
9Party It Down
The mare has proven staying ability and benefits from Molly Bourke's strong record with her.
- 1st6GoofinatorDylan Gibbons$9.50
- 2nd5ShanoniTommy Berry$3.10
- 3rd7Okami StarAndrew Calder$12.00
- 4th1LugarnoBraith Nock$4.20
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Goofinator | 3 | Dylan Gibbons | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Shanoni | 7 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 7 | Okami Star | 8 | Andrew Calder | C E Conners | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Lugarno | 5 | Braith Nock | John Thompson | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 2 | Tassron | 2 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 6th | 3 | So Rebellious | 1 | Alysha Collett | G Portelli | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Party It Down | 4 | Molly Bourke | P J Facoory | 52kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Procean | 9 | Jason Collett | C J Waller | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Sir Tua | 6 | Zac Lloyd | Richard & Will Freedman | 55kg |
Hellbent At Yarraman Park (Bm72)
19:00 local1100mBenchmark 72$60,000
Winner1. Kimberley SecretsSP $2.70
★ Top pick7th
6Rumours Abound
The significant class drop from BM82 to BM72 provides a key advantage, and despite Nash Rawiller's recent form concerns, his experience at Canterbury (10% strike rate) adds value. The mare's proven ability on good tracks (4 wins from 15 starts) suits today's conditions perfectly.
2nd pick6th
3Generous Harry
His progression through the grades has been consistent, with Mollie Fitzgerald maintaining a perfect record aboard. While the class rise is significant and barrier 9 presents challenges at Canterbury, his good track record and current form trajectory suggest he can handle the step up in grade.
3rd pickScratched
7Iron Will
Iron Will presents compelling first-up value with a 60% strike rate fresh from a spell. The Parr/Baker combination has proven successful, and the significant class drop enhances his chances. While barrier 11 is concerning at Canterbury's tight circuit, his early speed should help overcome the wide draw.
Value pick4th
5Xpresso
While 97 days off may impact fitness, his distance specialization and track experience provide strong foundations. Adam Hyeronimus' recent 25% strike rate adds confidence to this value proposition.
- 1st1Kimberley SecretsBraith Nock$2.70
- 2nd2The FaceSiena Grima$31.00
- 3rd10Ready To ShineZac Lloyd$9.00
- 4th5XpressoAdam Hyeronimus$26.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Kimberley Secrets | 4 | Braith Nock | N J Olive | 58.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | The Face | 2 | Siena Grima | A P Ball | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Ready To Shine | 10 | Zac Lloyd | Matthew Smith | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Xpresso | 6 | Adam Hyeronimus | Marc Chevalier | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 4 | West Of Dalby | 7 | Tommy Berry | Matthew Dale | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Generous Harry | 9 | Mollie Fitzgerald | R J Quinton | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Rumours Abound | 5 | Nash Rawiller | R T Stubbs | 58.5kg | $3.50 |
| 8th | 11 | Jenni The Jet | 3 | Jason Collett | Matthew Dale | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 9 | King Of Florida | 1 | Deanne Panya | Bryce Heys | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Iron Will | 11 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Life Coach | 8 | B M Lazzarini | 58kg |
Myplates (Bm64)
19:30 local1550mBenchmark 64$60,000
Winner9. Throttle ResponseSP $5.00
★ Top pickWon
9Throttle Response
Throttle Response offers strong each-way value with improving form including a solid 2nd last start at Canterbury. The gelding has proven he can handle Canterbury's unique characteristics and maps perfectly from barrier 4 to secure an ideal stalking position.
2nd pick3rd
2Golden Loom
Golden Loom brings proven Canterbury form with a perfect 3:1-1-1 record including a last-start win at this exact track and distance. The Sherry partnership has been successful, and barrier 2 provides an ideal launching pad. However, the significant class rise and top weight assignment present challenges against this stronger field.
3rd pickScratched
6Sir Loyne
The Bayliss/Freedman combination strikes at 22%, and this gelding has shown consistent improvement through his brief career. Second up from a spell with a perfect record at this stage, he maps well from barrier 9 to secure a forward position on Canterbury's speed-favouring track.
Value pick2nd
7Savvy Spy
While his last start was disappointing, second-up runners often improve significantly, and the Waterhouse/Bott/Clark combination demands respect.
- 1st9Throttle ResponseTommy Berry$5.00
- 2nd7Savvy SpyTim Clark$4.00
- 3rd2Golden LoomTom Sherry$7.00
- 4th1Concordia WindSiena Grima$4.20
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Throttle Response | 4 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Savvy Spy | 8 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Golden Loom | 2 | Tom Sherry | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 61kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Concordia Wind | 7 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 3 | Le Troisir | 3 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 61kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 4 | El Paso | 5 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 60kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Etoile Filante | 6 | Jason Collett | K A Lees | 60kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Sir Loyne | 9 | Regan Bayliss | Michael Freedman | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Shanoni | 10 | C J Waller | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Ivy Legend | 1 | Zac Lloyd | C J Waller | 54kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Tassron | 7 | C J Waller | 59kg |
The Agency Real Estate (Bm72)
20:00 local1100mBenchmark 72$60,000
Winner9. ManukauSP $3.50
★ Top pickWon
9Manukau
The Tommy Berry booking and barrier 5 position suit Canterbury's pace-favouring nature.
2nd pick8th
10Miss Capitale
Miss Capitale brings an impressive 67% win rate and recent Beaumont victory to this assignment. The Jason Collett booking and light weight are positives, but barrier 12 presents a significant challenge at Canterbury's tight circuit. The class rise is substantial, yet the raw ability and perfect record suggest she can handle the step up if positioned correctly.
3rd pick3rd
7Vanessi
Vanessi's strong Canterbury record (75% place rate) and consistent recent form make her a reliable each-way proposition. The Waller stable provides confidence, and the weight drop with Grima's claim is beneficial. While her overall win rate is modest, her track specialization and current form trajectory suggest she can feature prominently in the finish.
Value pickScratched
4Flightcrew
- 1st9ManukauTommy Berry$3.50
- 2nd12Moor MummDylan Gibbons$11.00
- 3rd7VanessiSiena Grima$4.40
- 4th5BurjTom Sherry$7.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Manukau | 4 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 56kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 12 | Moor Mumm | 5 | Dylan Gibbons | Matthew Dale | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Vanessi | 6 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 54.5kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 5 | Burj | 2 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Thames | 3 | Alysha Collett | G Portelli | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Choice Witness | 1 | Tyler Schiller | Ben Brisbourne | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Art's Alive | 8 | Brad Widdup | 60.5kg | $21.00 | |
| 8th | 10 | Miss Capitale | 10 | Jason Collett | Matthew Smith | 55.5kg | $3.90 |
| Scr | 1 | West Of Dalby | 3 | Braith Nock | Matthew Dale | 60kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Flightcrew | 7 | Zac Lloyd | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 60kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Jenni The Jet | 10 | Matthew Dale | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Doogan's Design | 9 | Molly Bourke | P J Facoory | 53kg |
Kia Evening Star (Bm78)
20:30 local1550mBenchmark 78$80,000
Winner7. TenderizeSP $7.50
★ Top pick3rd
6Ivan's Hero
Ivan's Hero presents as the standout selection after winning impressively at this track and distance last start.
2nd pick2nd
1No Drama
No Drama brings proven Canterbury and distance credentials with an excellent recent win. The combination of track knowledge and distance expertise makes him a major threat, though the top weight and moderate Good track record are concerns in this competitive field.
3rd pickScratched
3Tazima
Tazima represents the Waller stable strength and brings proven class credentials.
Value pickWon
7Tenderize
The Portelli/Collett combination is strong, and the weight drop provides additional appeal for an each-way proposition in this competitive field.
- 1st7TenderizeAlysha Collett$7.50
- 2nd1No DramaJoshua Parr$2.90
- 3rd6Ivan's HeroSiena Grima$4.60
- 4th2Bianco VilanoTyler Schiller$4.80
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Tenderize | 6 | Alysha Collett | G Portelli | 54kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | No Drama | 2 | Joshua Parr | Matthew Dale | 60.5kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 6 | Ivan's Hero | 7 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 53.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 2 | Bianco Vilano | 1 | Tyler Schiller | R T Stubbs | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 4 | Art Volant | 8 | Jason Collett | Richard & Will Freedman | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Jack Duggan | 5 | Nash Rawiller | J C Deamer | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Xtra Approval | 4 | Reece Jones | A P Ball | 54kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Tazima | 3 | C J Waller | 58kg |
Schweppes (Bm72)
21:00 local1250mBenchmark 72$60,000
Winner1. True To FormSP $18.00
★ Top pick3rd
6Ferinzo
Ferinzo presents as the standout selection with a 75% win rate from 4 starts, including recent wins at Gosford and Beaumont. The gelding has shown ability to handle class rises and maps well from barrier 4 with tactical speed. Joshua Parr's strong Canterbury record (26% strike rate) adds confidence to this progressive type.
2nd pick2nd
11Calga Power
The inside barrier is crucial at Canterbury's tight circuit, and his recent form suggests he's ready for this class rise. The Lees stable has a good record, though Dylan Gibbons' recent form is a minor concern.
3rd pick5th
4Albany Road
Albany Road comes off back-to-back wins including a strong Canterbury victory last start. The Waterhouse/Bott stable is in excellent form, and Regan Bayliss has a perfect record on the horse. While the wide barrier and distance rise present challenges, his tactical speed and current form momentum make him a genuine winning chance in this grade.
Value pickScratched
3Agarwood
Her recent second at Canterbury shows she's fit and ready, while her breeding and connections suggest she has more ability than this grade.
- 1st1True To FormTyler Schiller$18.00
- 2nd11Calga PowerDylan Gibbons$2.30
- 3rd6FerinzoJoshua Parr$3.90
- 4th10KilmanZac Lloyd$13.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | True To Form | 5 | Tyler Schiller | K A Lees | 61.5kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Calga Power | 2 | Dylan Gibbons | K A Lees | 56.5kg | $2.30 |
| 3rd | 6 | Ferinzo | 4 | Joshua Parr | Jake Hull | 58.5kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 10 | Kilman | 3 | Zac Lloyd | C J Waller | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Albany Road | 8 | Regan Bayliss | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Ornithology | 1 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Debello | 10 | Molly Bourke | G Portelli | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Agarwood | 9 | Siena Grima | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Unstopabull | 7 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 59kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Slinky | 6 | Jason Collett | Bjorn Baker | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Burj | 12 | Peter Snowden | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Ready To Shine | 5 | Matthew Smith | 56.5kg |
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