★ Top pickWon
4Lonesome Star
Lonesome Star presents as the standout selection dropping from Open company to Maiden level.
Queensland · Friday 20 March 2026
Ipswich tips and results
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Ipswich. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Darrel Bell - 45 Years Service Mdn Plate
12:57 local800mMaiden$30,000
Winner4. Lonesome StarSP $2.35
2nd pick3rd
7Spinifex Djon's
However, the lack of form data creates uncertainty in this maiden field.
3rd pick7th
3Disco Diamond
Disco Diamond benefits from the crucial inside barrier at leader-biased Ipswich. Richardson's strong recent form and the established trainer/jockey combination provide confidence, while the barrier draw offers tactical advantages in this tight-turning track configuration.
Value pick5th
8Super Swazey
The 160-day break and new equipment justify the speculative interest.
- 1st4Lonesome StarAmy Graham$2.35
- 2nd6Pixie LaneMark Du Plessis$10.00
- 3rd7Spinifex Djon'sJag Guthmann-Chester$3.00
- 4th1Cipher ShowOlivia Webb$9.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Lonesome Star | 2 | Amy Graham | Greg Wright | 53kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 6 | Pixie Lane | 1 | Mark Du Plessis | Ms O Cairns | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Spinifex Djon's | 6 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Peter Robl | 56kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Cipher Show | 8 | Olivia Webb | Michael Nolan | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Super Swazey | 4 | Damien Boche | James Moore | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Troy Boy | 5 | Ashley Butler | M A Currie | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Disco Diamond | 3 | Hannah Richardson | Glenn Richardson | 56kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 5 | Night Market | 7 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 56kg |
Great Northern Hcp (C4)
13:34 local1100mClass 4$28,000
Winner1. Hearts Are BetterSP $6.50
★ Top pick3rd
4Jungle Law
Jungle Law presents as the most reliable winning chance after a dominant Class 5 victory last start. Her proven soft track ability (1 win, 2 places from 7 starts) is crucial today, while the inside barrier draw provides a significant tactical advantage at the leader-biased Ipswich circuit.
2nd pick6th
2Ikasara
Ikasara returns from a lengthy spell with strong first-up credentials (25% win rate) and drops significantly in class from Listed/Group company. The I Am Invincible gelding has shown ability at this level previously, winning at Rosehill in similar company. The barrier draw allows tactical positioning, while blinkers removal suggests trainer confidence in natural ability.
3rd pickWon
1Hearts Are Better
Her track-winning experience at Ipswich is valuable, though the wide barrier presents challenges at this tight circuit.
Value pick4th
8Decisive Lass
- 1st1Hearts Are BetterFiona Sandkuhl$6.50
- 2nd7New HampshireJake Bayliss$12.00
- 3rd4Jungle LawChelsea Baker$3.20
- 4th8Decisive LassYvette Lewis$19.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Hearts Are Better | 7 | Fiona Sandkuhl | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | New Hampshire | 5 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Jungle Law | 2 | Chelsea Baker | D J Bougoure | 56.5kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 8 | Decisive Lass | 6 | Yvette Lewis | G N Nielsen | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Eagle Hawk Star | 3 | Dylan Turner | Jordan Lee | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Ikasara | 4 | Ben E Thompson | Todd Pollard | 60kg | $2.70 |
| 7th | 5 | Beauty Rising | 1 | Jasper Franklin | Declan Maher | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Never Say Nay | 2 | Phil Bobic | 60kg |
Poco Vino Hcp
14:12 local1100mOpen$28,000
Winner4. Slippin' JimmySP $2.25
★ Top pickWon
4Slippin' Jimmy
His 4-1-2 soft track record is outstanding, and barrier 5 provides the perfect launching pad at this leader-friendly venue. The recent Eagle Farm third shows he's competitive at higher levels, and Vandyke's preparation appears spot-on for this class rise.
2nd pick3rd
2Master Showman
Master Showman's perfect Ipswich record at this distance cannot be ignored. The soft track suits, and his proven ability at this venue makes him a serious threat despite the wide barrier.
3rd pick8th
7Troika
The inside barrier is crucial at Ipswich, and his distance record is solid. However, the soft track form and class rise present genuine obstacles to overcome.
Value pick2nd
3Richon
Richon represents excellent value given his outstanding first-up record and previous success at this venue. The 447-day spell is concerning, but his fresh record suggests he can overcome this. The wide barrier is problematic, but the significant class drop and proven ability make him worth a speculative investment.
- 1st4Slippin' JimmyBen E Thompson$2.25
- 2nd3RichonJag Guthmann-Chester$14.00
- 3rd2Master ShowmanBella Youngberry$4.60
- 4th5Badgers NutsAmy Graham$41.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Slippin' Jimmy | 5 | Ben E Thompson | David Vandyke | 57kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 3 | Richon | 8 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Peter Robl | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Master Showman | 6 | Bella Youngberry | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 5 | Badgers Nuts | 2 | Amy Graham | Ms M Brosnan | 53.5kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Jemeldi | 3 | Georgina Cartwright | P J Minter | 54kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Lubrication | 1 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 61kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Command Approved | 7 | Hannah Richardson | John Thomas | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Troika | 4 | Taylor Marshall | Jack Bruce | 54kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 6 | He's Heaven | 6 | Desleigh Forster | 56kg |
TAB Mdn Hcp
14:50 local1666mMaiden$30,000
Winner3. MonakeedSP $2.60
★ Top pickWon
3Monakeed
Monakeed presents as the most reliable winning chance with proven soft track ability and strong recent form. The inside barrier draw suits the tight Ipswich circuit, and her consistent placing record on soft going makes her the standout selection despite maiden status.
2nd pick3rd
6Rusty Tycoon
Rusty Tycoon offers solid each-way value with proven distance ability and the benefit of first-time blinkers. His third placing over this distance and soft track form provide confidence, while the gear change suggests connections expect improvement. The wide barrier is concerning at Ipswich, but his early speed should allow him to find a forward position.
3rd pick5th
8Top Level
Top Level brings proven Ipswich form with an exceptional track record of three placings from three starts at this venue. Her consistency at this track cannot be ignored.
Value pick7th
2Dual Mastery
- 1st3MonakeedFiona Sandkuhl$2.60
- 2nd12Evade The GameJake Bayliss$9.00
- 3rd6Rusty TycoonBen E Thompson$4.20
- 4th14Five Of UsGeorgina Cartwright$9.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Monakeed | 7 | Fiona Sandkuhl | Matthew Hoysted | 57.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 12 | Evade The Game | 2 | Jake Bayliss | P P Jenkins | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Rusty Tycoon | 8 | Ben E Thompson | R L Heathcote | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 14 | Five Of Us | 5 | Georgina Cartwright | S J Morrisey | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Top Level | 1 | Ron Stewart | Troy Pascoe | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Mr Racing | 6 | Ryan Wiggins | David Vandyke | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Dual Mastery | 9 | Damien Boche | Emma Fouchard | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Hopetoun Park | 12 | Karl Zechner | Vishan Venkaya | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Rubick's Shadow | 3 | Frederick Larson | J R Bayliss | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Tigermoth | 11 | Harrison Shaw | Stephanie Sixtus | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Aweigh | 14 | Mark Du Plessis | G A Thornton | 56kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Turf Gazette | 14 | Michael Nolan | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Elegant Force | 10 | Benjamin Osmond | K A Lees | 55kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Gas Brigade | 13 | Jarred Coetzee | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | La Gracia | 4 | Tiffani Brooker | J R Bayliss | 55.5kg |
Ipswich Party Hire Hcp (C2)
15:27 local1100mClass 2$28,000
Winner5. Acapulco GirlSP $1.70
★ Top pickWon
5Acapulco Girl
Acapulco Girl presents as the standout selection despite being first-up from a long spell. Her perfect first-up record, combined with proven soft track ability and strong Ipswich form, makes her the logical choice. The Vandyke stable excels with fresh horses, and the inside barrier suits the tight Ipswich circuit perfectly.
2nd pick2nd
2Le Chocolat
Le Chocolat won impressively at this track last start and handles soft conditions well. However, his poor second-up record and significant class rise are major concerns. The Mallyon/Dunn combination has a strong 16% strike rate, providing some confidence despite the class challenge.
3rd pickScratched
3Star Rapper
Star Rapper drops significantly in class after competitive runs in higher grades. The wide barrier is concerning at Ipswich, but his class edge should overcome this disadvantage.
Value pick5th
9Brave Horatius
Brave Horatius represents excellent value as a lightly raced 3-year-old stepping up in class. His narrow last-start win shows promise, and Cartwright's exceptional recent form (6 wins from 20 rides) adds confidence.
- 1st5Acapulco GirlBen E Thompson$1.70
- 2nd2Le ChocolatAndrew Mallyon$4.60
- 3rd14Shelly's AceTiffani Brooker$61.00
- 4th8OnigiriCourtney Bellamy$51.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Acapulco Girl | 4 | Ben E Thompson | David Vandyke | 57.5kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | Le Chocolat | 6 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 59.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 14 | Shelly's Ace | 1 | Tiffani Brooker | Taryn Churchill | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Onigiri | 7 | Courtney Bellamy | D W Dwane | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Brave Horatius | 3 | Georgina Cartwright | P J Minter | 54.5kg | $3.60 |
| 6th | 6 | So Bright | 8 | Nozi Tomizawa | Michael Nolan | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Big Demeanor | 5 | Frederick Larson | Darren P Bell | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Exceed The Sky | 9 | Jason Taylor | Taryn Churchill | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Dolly Disco | 11 | J M Judge | 54kg | $81.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Ikasara | 8 | Jett Newman | Todd Pollard | 60kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Star Rapper | 12 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Bold Bidder | 13 | Desleigh Forster | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Daitanna | 10 | Cejay Graham | Jack Bruce | 56kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Xuanfeng | 2 | Kenji Yoshida | Caitlin Johnstone | 54kg |
Gordon''s Gin (Bm60)
16:04 local1350mBenchmark 60$28,000
Winner4. He'sgotthesaySP $3.50
★ Top pick2nd
9Yeah Copy
Yeah Copy presents as the most reliable winning chance after his dominant Gatton victory on March 1st. The barrier 8 draw suits Ipswich's leader-friendly layout perfectly.
2nd pickWon
4He'sgotthesay
The barrier 6 draw is crucial at Ipswich, allowing tactical positioning.
Value pick10th
8Pretty Dubious
The barrier 4 draw suits Ipswich perfectly for an upset chance.
- 1st4He'sgotthesayBoris Thornton$3.50
- 2nd9Yeah CopyDamien Boche$4.40
- 3rd2StrangleholdMartin Harley$5.50
- 4th7LudikRon Stewart$5.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | He'sgotthesay | 6 | Boris Thornton | G A Thornton | 59.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 9 | Yeah Copy | 8 | Damien Boche | Paul Butterworth | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 2 | Stranglehold | 9 | Martin Harley | Richard Laming | 60.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Ludik | 2 | Ron Stewart | Troy Pascoe | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 13 | Gold Merchant | 11 | Micheal Hellyer | Damian Rock | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Clubhouse | 5 | Andrew Mallyon | Marcus Wilson | 60.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Better Draw | 7 | Ben E Thompson | David Vandyke | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 10 | Heroic Beach | 1 | Harrison Shaw | M A Kropp | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Save The Roses | 10 | Ryan Wiggins | Ryan Tyrell | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Pretty Dubious | 4 | Courtney Bellamy | R L Heathcote | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Stylish Joker | 13 | Brandon Lerena | Joe Gleeson | 56.5kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Chicago King | 12 | Dylan Turner | Michael Freedman | 60kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Fasvara | 3 | Benjamin Osmond | K A Lees | 57kg |
Barrier Reef Pools (Bm60)
16:40 local1350mBenchmark 60$28,000
Winner6. RatenoticeSP $3.80
★ Top pick11th
4The Rookie
Recent Grafton win shows continued improvement, and the inside barrier draw is crucial at this leader-favoring track.
2nd pick2nd
3She Moves Too
The wide barrier is a concern at Ipswich, but her class should overcome this disadvantage.
3rd pickWon
6Ratenotice
Ratenotice brings strong local knowledge with an excellent Ipswich record including a recent close second. The Lerena/Fouchard partnership is effective, and the distance suits perfectly. However, the soft track conditions and class rise present challenges to overcome.
Value pick10th
11Mishani Quest
Mishani Quest offers significant value as a first-up specialist returning from a long spell.
- 1st6RatenoticeBrandon Lerena$3.80
- 2nd3She Moves TooBen E Thompson$3.90
- 3rd17Divine DiamondsKyle Wilson-Taylor$4.80
- 4th14Hey ChardonnayDamien Thornton$6.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Ratenotice | 4 | Brandon Lerena | Emma Fouchard | 59kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 3 | She Moves Too | 9 | Ben E Thompson | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 17 | Divine Diamonds | 13 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Chris & Corey Munce | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 14 | Hey Chardonnay | 8 | Damien Thornton | Chris & Corey Munce | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 10 | Hello In There | 7 | Mark Du Plessis | Ms T Cotsiopoulos | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Linwood | 6 | Mitch Goring | Bradley Smith | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Brutal Sue | 10 | Tahlia Fenlon | Chris & Corey Munce | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 16 | Coco Jewel | 12 | Nozi Tomizawa | Ms S Batten | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Shouts All Day | 3 | Jason Taylor | E Ropiha | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Mishani Quest | 2 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Jay Bellamy | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 4 | The Rookie | 5 | Yvette Lewis | G N Nielsen | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Meadowbrook | 13 | Desleigh Forster | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Brain Wave | 17 | Ms M Brosnan | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Magic Moz | 1 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Fayetta | 11 | Boris Thornton | Jason Patton | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Grey Impact | 14 | L J Gough | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Ancient Mission | 16 | Ms M Brosnan | 55kg |
Vince Insurance (Bm60)
17:19 local1666mBenchmark 60$28,000
Winner15. ProposeSP $26.00
★ Top pick2nd
12Canara
2nd pick5th
14Our Jewel
Our Jewel presents as the main danger with key gear changes and tactical advantages. The removal of blinkers suggests David Vandyke wants her to settle better, while the inside barrier is crucial at tight Ipswich. Second up improvement and the strong Vandyke/Guthmann-Chester partnership add appeal despite the class rise.
3rd pick3rd
5Fire And Light
Fire And Light brings solid recent form and soft track experience to this assignment. His narrow second at Toowoomba over a longer trip suggests fitness and the drop back to 1666m could suit. The wide barrier is a significant concern at Ipswich, but his consistency and light weight provide some compensation in an open race.
Value pick4th
20Headstrong
- 1st15ProposeFrederick Larson$26.00
- 2nd12CanaraBen E Thompson$2.70
- 3rd5Fire And LightColleen Krahnen$7.50
- 4th20HeadstrongBoris Thornton$26.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Propose | 12 | Frederick Larson | M A Kropp | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Canara | 5 | Ben E Thompson | C J Waller | 58kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 5 | Fire And Light | 15 | Colleen Krahnen | William Kropp | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 20 | Headstrong | 11 | Boris Thornton | Marcus Wilson | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 14 | Our Jewel | 3 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | David Vandyke | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 6th | 24 | Cheerful Cat | 4 | James Moore | 56.5kg | $21.00 | |
| 7th | 21 | Artspace | 2 | L J Gough | 58kg | $26.00 | |
| 8th | 1 | Reggie's Folly | 19 | Angela Jones | T J Dougall | 60.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 17 | Keep It Loki | 13 | Dylan Turner | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 18 | Classique Gal | 18 | B W Brown | 56kg | $26.00 | |
| 11th | 16 | Queen Of Tayrona | 17 | Yvette Lewis | G N Nielsen | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Autumn Miss | 7 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 13th | 13 | Lexy Rose | 6 | Jasper Franklin | Declan Maher | 57.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Thebarberofseville | 23 | M A Kropp | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Mazita | 16 | Ron Stewart | Troy Pascoe | 60kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Linthorpe Luck | 22 | Olivia Webb | K R Kemp | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Sunny Disposition | 12 | Darren P Bell | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Monarch Express | 21 | Jordan Lee | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Castello Grande | 14 | Daniel Moor | R L Heathcote | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Switch To Go | 9 | Jake Bayliss | H R Richardson | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Arduous | 10 | Courtney Bellamy | Jack Bruce | 56kg | |
| Scr | 19 | Grey Impact | 8 | L J Gough | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 22 | Xtra La Vita | 20 | Mark Du Plessis | R L Heathcote | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 23 | Shooting Firm | 1 | Stephanie Sixtus | 54.5kg |
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