New South Wales · Friday 13 March 2026
Armidale tips and results
Our top pick won 0 of 8 races at Armidale. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Thunderbolt Equine Vet Services Country Boosted Showcase Mdn Plate
Moon Treaty brings the strongest credentials with excellent local knowledge at Armidale and strong distance form. The significant class drop from Class 1 racing provides a major advantage, though the winless record remains a concern.
The in-form Mikayla Weir booking adds confidence, though the inside barrier and soft track concerns temper expectations.
The Written Tycoon breeding often produces horses that develop with racing experience, making this an interesting each-way proposition.
- 1st8Real HousewivesMikayla Weir$4.60
- 2nd6Literature TycoonBrooke Stower$6.50
- 3rd5Graceful WarriorAndrew Mallyon$2.50
- 4th2Moon TreatyJake Pracey-Holmes$9.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Real Housewives | 2 | Mikayla Weir | Sally Torrens | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 6 | Literature Tycoon | 5 | Brooke Stower | Stirling Osland | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Graceful Warrior | 3 | Andrew Mallyon | A Parramore | 57kg | $2.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Moon Treaty | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Paul Isaac | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Speedy Pete | 8 | Jenny Duggan | Joel Wilkes | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 9 | Droplets | 9 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms J Bowen | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Pinero | 6 | Anna Roper | Sally Torrens | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Brand New Moon | 1 | Juliet Partridge | Melanie O'Gorman | 55kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Diacceto | 4 | Melissa Dennett | 58.5kg |
Laing & Simmons Showcase Plate (C1)
Always A Rainbow presents as the standout selection with a perfect record of 1 win and 2 placings from 3 starts. The 3YO filly gets significant weight relief and has proven soft track ability, making her well-suited to today's conditions despite the class rise.
Sonder brings strong recent form including a narrow 2nd at Grafton and has proven credentials at this track and distance. While his overall win rate is modest, his consistency and suitability to the conditions make him a strong each-way chance.
Rock The Machine offers value as a consistent staying type who has shown his best form at longer distances.
The inside barrier is crucial at tight Armidale, and the tongue tie first time could unlock improvement.
- 1st4Rock The MachineKody Nestor$9.00
- 2nd5SonderLuke Rolls$7.00
- 3rd10Always A RainbowMikayla Weir$1.60
- 4th9TakethemoneyandrunAnna Roper$31.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Rock The Machine | 4 | Kody Nestor | Cathy Chapman | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Sonder | 6 | Luke Rolls | Stirling Osland | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Always A Rainbow | 9 | Mikayla Weir | Stirling Osland | 55.5kg | $1.60 |
| 4th | 9 | Takethemoneyandrun | 5 | Anna Roper | Gavin Groth | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Notabadone | 10 | Stephen Cummins | Ms T Bell | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Pimpernel | 3 | Nathan Thomas | Stephanie Sixtus | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Gran Caballo | 7 | Andrew Mallyon | Patrick Cleave | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Calle | 2 | Brooke Stower | Ms J Clement | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Burn Bobby Burn | 1 | Shannen Llewellyn | T G Payne | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Curcuma | 11 | Cassey Williams | Ms T Bell | 53kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Libby | 8 | Ridge Wilson | 57kg |
Jock McPhee AM Showcase (Bm66)
Descending Mist presents the strongest winning credentials with an outstanding 2-2-1 record from 6 starts at this exact track and distance. The gelding has proven soft track ability and maps to settle in a good position from barrier 6.
While he hasn't won at Armidale, he's placed twice here and the significant class rise is concerning, but the light weight and proven distance ability offer hope.
Zelestial brings strong recent form including a BM58 victory at Dubbo, now dropping back in class. The inside barrier is crucial at the tight Armidale circuit, and her 1-5-1-1 recent pattern shows consistency. Despite a disappointing last start, the class drop and barrier advantage make her a genuine winning chance.
Toulon Factor offers excellent value with a perfect 1-1-0 record at this track and distance, plus recent winning form. His 43% place rate at Armidale and strong soft track credentials make him a genuine chance despite the class rise.
- 1st8EjectJenny Duggan$6.00
- 2nd4Descending MistAndrew Mallyon$3.10
- 3rd2CenotesLuke Rolls$11.00
- 4th9Tycoon LadSerg Lisnyy$16.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Eject | 2 | Jenny Duggan | Stirling Osland | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Descending Mist | 6 | Andrew Mallyon | Stirling Osland | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 2 | Cenotes | 5 | Luke Rolls | Colt Prosser | 61kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Tycoon Lad | 8 | Serg Lisnyy | Ms L Selby | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Royal Charge | 9 | Peter Graham | Ms N Hemmings | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Invincible Red | 7 | Brooke Stower | C K Martin | 61.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Toulon Factor | 4 | Leeshelle Small | Ms J Clement | 56.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Bonfidelity | 3 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 56kg | $3.20 |
| Scr | 3 | Zelestial | 1 | Jacob Stiff | Lyle Chandler | 58.5kg |
Armidale Services Club Super Showcase Mdn
Her soft track record (2-1-0) suits today's conditions, and the addition of winkers first time could provide the edge needed to break through.
Brazen Diva has shown steady improvement with her recent Port Macquarie third being her best effort to date. The addition of bar plates and her solid 1100m record provide optimism, though her soft track form and wide barrier present challenges on this tight turning track.
Rainsitpours offers genuine value as a class dropper with the rail barrier on a leader-biased track.
- 1st11RainsitpoursSerg Lisnyy$31.00
- 2nd5Diva RougeGrady Spokes$4.20
- 3rd1BundoranAnna Roper$2.45
- 4th7Our Boy TomJenny Duggan$4.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Rainsitpours | 1 | Serg Lisnyy | Ms N Hemmings | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Diva Rouge | 2 | Grady Spokes | Jake Hull | 54.5kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 1 | Bundoran | 6 | Anna Roper | Gavin Groth | 58.5kg | $2.45 |
| 4th | 7 | Our Boy Tom | 3 | Jenny Duggan | Ms S Grills | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Gyra | 5 | Billy Cray | Nikki Pollock | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Fuel The Jet | 7 | Leeshelle Small | Nikki Pollock | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Lucky Jack | 11 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Zach Hatch | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Jukebox Edition | 4 | Peter Graham | K R Hausfeld | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Under The Collar | 10 | Luke Rolls | Stirling Osland | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 10th | 10 | My Lioness | 8 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Brazen Diva | 9 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 57kg |
Williams Seeders Country Boosted Showcase Hcp (C1)
Recent 3rd at Coffs Harbour Soft 5 behind strong field, prior 3rd Beaumont. Fast tempo at Armidale 1400m suits midfield closer from barrier 4. Class rise concerns offset by dropping weights and fitness.
Armidale record 5:1-0-1, recent Soft 5 5th at Coffs with strong finish. Barrier 7 perfectly in middle bias (25% win rate). Soft experience edges unproven rivals. Solid place chance despite win drought.
Dropping class, barrier 8 suits middle bias. Soft record 2:0-1-0 acceptable.
Recent 4th Tamworth 1400m Class 1 behind Wolfcraig. Light 55kg from barrier 5 suits tight Armidale turns.
- 1st6Maggie SparklesKacie Adams$8.00
- 2nd5It's A WrittenAnna Roper$7.50
- 3rd1WolfcraigAndrew Mallyon$8.00
- 4th3Dundee TalesPeter Graham$4.60
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Maggie Sparkles | 10 | Kacie Adams | P J Kelly | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | It's A Written | 5 | Anna Roper | C R Clegg | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Wolfcraig | 8 | Andrew Mallyon | M K Mason | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Dundee Tales | 4 | Peter Graham | Peter Graham | 56.5kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 7 | Halle Bee | 1 | Brooke Stower | C K Martin | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Northern Boogie | 2 | Leeshelle Small | Philip Duffy | 53.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Wokou | 7 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Heta | 3 | Braith Nock | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 9th | 9 | Divine Feminine | 9 | Chelsea Hillier | T G Payne | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Sources Link | 11 | Luke Rolls | J D Shelton | 55kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Full Commitment | 12 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | J R Gask | 55kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Dartbrook | 6 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 55kg |
Debortoli Wines Newmarket Showcase Hcp
Chandon Star presents the strongest winning chance based on current form and connections. Two recent wins including a dominant Tamworth victory, combined with an excellent 50% strike rate partnership with Chelsea Hillier, makes this the standout selection despite the class rise and soft track concerns.
Bomarea represents solid each-way value with recent form and gear change positives. The Port Macquarie third was encouraging, and blinkers back on could spark improvement.
The Mudgee win demonstrates current ability, while consistent recent placings suggest reliability. Soft track inexperience is the main concern, but the class and speed make this a genuine threat.
- 1st9Gold LoverShannen Llewellyn$7.50
- 2nd6Just In ReachLeeshelle Small$5.00
- 3rd8Dis Is HeavenLuke Rolls$5.50
- 4th10Iron HatPeter Graham$11.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Gold Lover | 14 | Shannen Llewellyn | Holly Williams | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Just In Reach | 3 | Leeshelle Small | Ms S Grills | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Dis Is Heaven | 2 | Luke Rolls | Colt Prosser | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Iron Hat | 1 | Peter Graham | Ms J Bowen | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Bomarea | 7 | Jenny Duggan | M P Quinn | 59kg | $3.80 |
| 6th | 5 | Epic Ranger | 11 | Juliet Partridge | Jacob Perrett | 52.5kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Sharpen The Knives | 15 | Ms T Bell | 55kg | $71.00 | |
| 8th | 11 | Staffa | 4 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Holly Williams | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Chandon Star | 6 | Chelsea Hillier | Ms J Clement | 57.5kg | $3.80 |
| 10th | 14 | Albanjo | 9 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 55kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Two Ya Got | 8 | Braith Nock | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 61kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Saratoga Power | 5 | Nick Palmer | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Rivkin | 10 | Lyle Chandler | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Unreachable | 13 | J A Sylvester | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Ran Na Lady | 12 | Cassandra Stummer | 55kg |
Maria River Cattle Co - Big Dance Eligibility - Armidale Showcase Cup
Iron Man presents the strongest winning credentials with a last-start victory at Eagle Farm BM85 level, demonstrating he's in career-best form. While the class rise is significant, his recent form trajectory and proven ability at the distance make him the most reliable winning chance despite carrying top weight.
Hibiki Harmony brings excellent consistency with three consecutive placings and a strong soft track record of 3 wins from 7 starts. The Nock/Cavanough combination strikes at 20%, and her recent form shows she's competitive at this level. While the barrier draw isn't ideal and she faces a class rise, her reliability and track condition suitability make her a strong each-way chance.
His record at 1400m shows he handles the distance well, though the wide barrier and class rise present challenges.
His partnership with Nathan Thomas shows a 50% strike rate, and he has track experience at Armidale.
- 1st3UzziahKirk Matheson$6.50
- 2nd7Mystery LadJake Pracey-Holmes$31.00
- 3rd11Hibiki HarmonyBraith Nock$4.20
- 4th1Iron ManMikayla Weir$4.40
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Uzziah | 12 | Kirk Matheson | Scott Aspery | 61.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Mystery Lad | 16 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Jacob Perrett | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Hibiki Harmony | 4 | Braith Nock | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 1 | Iron Man | 3 | Mikayla Weir | Stirling Osland | 63kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 10 | Blacklist | 9 | M D Griffith | 55kg | $12.00 | |
| 6th | 12 | Next Pay Run | 1 | Anna Roper | A Parramore | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 2 | So You Are | 15 | Andrew Mallyon | Stirling Osland | 61.5kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 14 | Kaihoko | 11 | Luke Rolls | Colt Prosser | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Voracious | 18 | Kody Nestor | M D Griffith | 60kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Indifference | 10 | Nick Palmer | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 18 | Charlie Bali | 5 | Ms T Bell | 55kg | $151.00 | |
| 12th | 6 | Super Duck | 6 | Serg Lisnyy | M F Hemmings | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 13th | 9 | Youth Spirit | 7 | Jasen Watkins | Stuart Phegan | 55.5kg | $201.00 |
| 14th | 13 | Dune And Dusted | 14 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 55kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Auzstar | 17 | Jenny Duggan | M P Quinn | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Spills | 8 | Wayne S Lawson | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Zou Big Boy | 13 | Ms L Selby | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Denetta | 2 | Stephanie Sixtus | 55kg |
Roberts & Morrow Showcase (Bm58)
The class drop from BM66 to BM58 provides a significant advantage, while his proven soft track ability suits today's conditions. Despite an average barrier, his early speed should secure a forward position.
Set To Prophet brings excellent current form with two recent wins at this track, demonstrating both fitness and venue suitability. His perfect Armidale record and proven soft track ability make him a strong threat. The blindfold first time suggests connections are confident of improvement.
Her perfect soft track record and inside barrier provide tactical advantages. The major class relief from BM66 competition could unlock improvement despite recent moderate placings.
The significant class drop and perfect 1300m record suggest she can bounce back from a recent poor run.
- 1st2DenettaKody Nestor$31.00
- 2nd13En PrimeurLeeshelle Small$6.00
- 3rd14Magic SorcererAnna Roper$15.00
- 4th5Lord Of The SunJenny Duggan$4.60
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Denetta | 1 | Kody Nestor | Stephanie Sixtus | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | En Primeur | 13 | Leeshelle Small | Philip Duffy | 53.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 14 | Magic Sorcerer | 2 | Anna Roper | Sally Torrens | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Lord Of The Sun | 4 | Jenny Duggan | Ms S Grills | 59.5kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 6 | Ardonaugh | 3 | Nick Palmer | R P Hartley | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Annulus | 6 | Grady Spokes | Scott Aspery | 61.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Set To Prophet | 5 | Emily Farr | Ms L Selby | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Rethink It | 7 | Brooke Stower | T J Vidler | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Top Act | 11 | Juliet Partridge | Jacob Perrett | 53kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Calamity Fox | 16 | Luke Rolls | Colt Prosser | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Major Makeover | 14 | Andrew Mallyon | C R Clegg | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Love That Girl | 15 | Mikayla Weir | Stirling Osland | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Charlie Bali | 12 | Stephen Cummins | Ms T Bell | 60kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Shine Your Light | 12 | John W Ramsey | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Croatian Madame | 9 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | J R Gask | 55kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Rivoli Star | 8 | Peter Graham | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Adviser | 10 | Ms J Clement | 55kg |
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