★ Top pick3rd
2Raider's Own
The gelding is second up from a spell which typically brings fitness benefits, and Kelvin Sanderson's current 25% strike rate adds confidence.
Tasmania · Friday 20 March 2026
Launceston tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Launceston. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won1/813%
Any tip won6/875%
Top pick placed5/863%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Good Friday Free Entertainment For The Kids Mdn Plate
18:00 local1400mMaiden$25,000
Winner6. Genuine LadySP $3.50
2nd pickWon
6Genuine Lady
Genuine Lady's recent second placing and first-time blinkers application suggest she's ready to break through. The gear change could provide the edge needed to convert placings into a maiden victory, though the winless record remains a concern.
3rd pick6th
3Specimen
Specimen brings valuable distance experience and draws the coveted barrier 2 which should allow tactical positioning. Ulucinar's strong recent form adds appeal, but the declining performance trend and inability to convert chances into wins are concerning factors that limit confidence.
Value pick9th
4Big Olive
- 1st6Genuine LadyErica Byrne Burke$3.50
- 2nd1Kion's KingdomDavid Pires$8.50
- 3rd2Raider's OwnKelvin Sanderson$5.50
- 4th7Royal SceneBulent Muhcu$5.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Genuine Lady | 3 | Erica Byrne Burke | Monica Ryan | 56.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Kion's Kingdom | 4 | David Pires | J L Keys | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Raider's Own | 5 | Kelvin Sanderson | J K Blacker | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Royal Scene | 8 | Bulent Muhcu | Stephen Lockhart | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Light Work | 7 | Lauren Burke | J K Blacker | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Specimen | 2 | Mehmet Ulucinar | S Gandy | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Dandirose | 9 | Jabez Johnstone | Logan McGill | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Strip'n'tough | 6 | Christopher Pang | Adam Trinder | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Big Olive | 1 | Codi Jordan | Barry Baker | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
Go Racing Good Friday @ Ladbrokes Racing Centre Mdn Plate
18:30 local1200mMaiden$25,000
Winner7. Dubai AffairSP $5.50
★ Top pick3rd
6California Flyer
Her consistent placings at 1200m and strong finishing efforts suggest she can handle the step up to Launceston.
2nd pick2nd
5Unfiltered
The ideal barrier draw positions him perfectly to control the race tempo. His recent form suggests he's ready to break through for maiden win.
3rd pickWon
7Dubai Affair
Local performer with strong Launceston credentials and proven soft track form. Wide draw concerning but track knowledge provides edge.
Value pick4th
4Mcveigh
Lightly raced three-year-old with strong connections showing promise on debut. The Trinder/Johnstone combination has excellent strike rate, and the weight drop could see improvement.
- 1st7Dubai AffairErica Byrne Burke$5.50
- 2nd5UnfilteredLauren Burke$2.90
- 3rd6California FlyerChloe Wells$2.15
- 4th4McveighJabez Johnstone$7.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Dubai Affair | 8 | Erica Byrne Burke | Adam Trinder | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Unfiltered | 2 | Lauren Burke | J K Blacker | 56kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 6 | California Flyer | 1 | Chloe Wells | Trent Wells | 56.5kg | $2.15 |
| 4th | 4 | Mcveigh | 4 | Jabez Johnstone | Adam Trinder | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 3 | May We All | 5 | Troy Baker | Barry Baker | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Awesome Orphan | 7 | Christopher Pang | Rowan Hamer | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Geegees Big Bird | 6 | Kasi Boxall | Barry Baker | 58.5kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Barrington Power | 3 | Mehmet Ulucinar | S Gandy | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
Easter Bunny Visit On Good Friday Plate (C4)
19:00 local1200mClass 4$29,000
Winner4. MastrettaSP $6.00
★ Top pick4th
5Lady Galadriel
The significant class drop from Group 3 to Class 4 should see her competitive against this field. Her last start Group 3 failure can be forgiven given the class jump, and her previous Class 4 win at Hobart shows she's well-suited to this level.
2nd pickWon
4Mastretta
Mastretta's exceptional track and distance record makes her a serious contender. With 4 wins from 9 starts at Launceston 1200m, she clearly handles the conditions well. Her second placing in Class 4 company at this distance in February shows she's competitive at this level, and her Good 4 track record is solid. The poor last start can be forgiven as a one-off performance.
3rd pick3rd
2Flying Concello
Flying Concello brings winning momentum from her last start Class 4 victory at this track. Being second up from a spell typically suits her pattern, and the inside barrier is ideal for her forward racing style.
Value pick2nd
3It's Jagger Time
His Launceston record is solid, and the Sanderson-Wells combination is effective. While first up from a spell is concerning, his ability shown in winning 3 races last campaign suggests he could be competitive if fit enough.
- 1st4MastrettaJabez Johnstone$6.00
- 2nd3It's Jagger TimeKelvin Sanderson$7.00
- 3rd2Flying ConcelloDavid Pires$2.40
- 4th5Lady GaladrielErica Byrne Burke$2.45
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Mastretta | 3 | Jabez Johnstone | Monica Ryan | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | It's Jagger Time | 5 | Kelvin Sanderson | Trent Wells | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Flying Concello | 1 | David Pires | Jessie Bazan | 57kg | $2.40 |
| 4th | 5 | Lady Galadriel | 2 | Erica Byrne Burke | Adam Trinder | 55kg | $2.45 |
| 5th | 6 | Valiant Khan | 4 | Codi Jordan | P H Luttrell | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Gee Gees Me Boy | 6 | Chloe Wells | S Gandy | 59kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Say It With Words | 4 | L A Wells | 54kg |
Good Friday Easter Egg Giveaways Plate (C1)
19:30 local2100mClass 1$25,000
Winner8. Star PerformerSP $26.00
★ Top pick2nd
5Merlin Beach
Merlin Beach presents as the most likely winner despite being winless. The class rise is concerning but his form suggests he's ready.
2nd pick6th
4Lord Hear Us
Lord Hear Us shapes as the main danger with consistent recent form and the benefit of blinkers first time. His recent fifth at Hobart over 2100m was solid, and the inside barrier gives him every chance to settle handy. The gear change and proven distance ability make him a strong each-way proposition.
3rd pick3rd
3Sir Jag
Sir Jag brings experience and class relief to this assignment. His recent fourth at Launceston was solid despite the wide draw, and he's proven at this track with multiple placings. The class drop should help, though his poor winning record and wide barrier are concerns.
Value pickScratched
7Aurelio
Aurelio represents value as a lightly raced improver stepping up significantly in class.
- 1st8Star PerformerLauryn Bingley$26.00
- 2nd5Merlin BeachCodi Jordan$1.45
- 3rd3Sir JagTroy Baker$7.00
- 4th6Miss NiagaraBulent Muhcu$18.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Star Performer | 5 | Lauryn Bingley | J K Blacker | 53.5kg | $26.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Merlin Beach | 4 | Codi Jordan | G J Stevenson | 57kg | $1.45 |
| 3rd | 3 | Sir Jag | 7 | Troy Baker | J F Luttrell | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Miss Niagara | 8 | Bulent Muhcu | R Seymour | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Geegees Royal Duke | 2 | Christopher Pang | Rowan Hamer | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Lord Hear Us | 1 | Jabez Johnstone | Jessie Bazan | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Piping Willow | 6 | Kirra-Lee Lane | Sarah Cotton | 56kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Aurelio | 3 | Erica Byrne Burke | P Kearney | 56.5kg |
Ladbrokes Spring Hosted Pots (Bm60)
20:00 local1600mBenchmark 60$20,000
Winner4. Elegantly WrittenSP $5.00
★ Top pick8th
10Thonatus
His perfect Launceston record (2-2-1 from 11) and strong track/distance statistics (1-1-1 from 4) make him ideally suited.
2nd pickWon
4Elegantly Written
The class drop and favorable barrier position suit her racing style, though the declining trend and gear change addition suggest some current issues that prevent higher confidence.
3rd pick3rd
2Designer Dreamer
Designer Dreamer brings winning form from his last start victory at this track, demonstrating his suitability for Launceston conditions.
Value pick4th
11Who Can It Be Now
- 1st4Elegantly WrittenJabez Johnstone$5.00
- 2nd3MontezuluKelvin Sanderson$14.00
- 3rd2Designer DreamerCodi Jordan$3.90
- 4th11Who Can It Be NowChristopher Pang$7.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Elegantly Written | 4 | Jabez Johnstone | G J Stevenson | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Montezulu | 8 | Kelvin Sanderson | J K Blacker | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Designer Dreamer | 9 | Codi Jordan | G J Stevenson | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 11 | Who Can It Be Now | 3 | Christopher Pang | Rowan Hamer | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Alpine Blast | 10 | Chloe Wells | J K Blacker | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Always A Winner | 7 | Kirra-Lee Lane | Yassy Nishitani | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Snow Eagle | 5 | David Pires | Jessie Bazan | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Thonatus | 2 | Lauren Burke | Brendan McShane | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Goddess Of Rock | 1 | Georgie Catania | J L Keys | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Launnie Nights | 6 | Lizzie Annells | J K Blacker | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 9 | High Tail Eagle | 11 | Lauryn Bingley | J K Blacker | 56kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Capital Cheval | 4 | Erica Byrne Burke | Jessie Bazan | 57.5kg |
Free Kids Movie On The Big Screen Good Friday Hcp (C2)
20:30 local1400mClass 2$27,000
Winner5. Artillery FireSP $2.60
★ Top pick3rd
2Azonto
The drop from Listed/Open company to Class 2 represents a major class relief, and her recent close seconds show she's racing in career-best form.
2nd pickWon
5Artillery Fire
Artillery Fire offers strong each-way value with her improving form trajectory and ideal race setup. Her recent Class 1 win demonstrates current fitness, while the barrier 1 draw provides tactical advantage for her forward racing style. Strong Launceston record and proven soft track ability make her a serious threat despite the class rise.
3rd pick2nd
3Bayside
Bayside represents solid each-way value with consistent recent form and strong connections. The strong jockey/trainer combination adds confidence for a competitive showing.
Value pick4th
7Jenni The Cat
Her previous Launceston 1400m win proves distance/track suitability, while the drop from Listed company provides major class relief. Despite fitness concerns from the 39-day break, her proven ability makes her a value overlay.
- 1st5Artillery FireJabez Johnstone$2.60
- 2nd3BaysideKelvin Sanderson$6.50
- 3rd2AzontoChloe Wells$5.00
- 4th7Jenni The CatDavid Pires$5.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Artillery Fire | 1 | Jabez Johnstone | Sigrid Carr | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 3 | Bayside | 4 | Kelvin Sanderson | Barry Campbell | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Azonto | 11 | Chloe Wells | Barry Campbell | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Jenni The Cat | 3 | David Pires | Drew Tyson | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Tribal Council | 2 | Lauryn Bingley | Sarah Cotton | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Royal Infantry | 10 | Erica Byrne Burke | P Kearney | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Coastal Strike | 5 | Kirra-Lee Lane | P A Hill | 53kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Bellsprout | 7 | Codi Jordan | M A Ganderton | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Sky Eagle | 9 | Troy Baker | J K Blacker | 54kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Geegee Strawberry | 6 | Bulent Muhcu | J F Luttrell | 54kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Carnelian Rock | 8 | Lauren Burke | J K Blacker | 52kg |
Good Friday Family Fun Day (Bm76)
21:02 local1400mBenchmark 76$30,000
Winner5. Nicco The GreekSP $91.00
★ Top pick7th
1Magnaprime
Magnaprime presents as the standout selection with exceptional course and distance credentials. His track record of 2 wins and 5 placings from 8 Launceston starts, combined with 3 wins from 5 attempts at 1400m, establishes clear suitability. The recent narrow defeat in Open company while carrying 56kg suggests he's well-placed dropping to BM76 level despite the weight rise. His soft track record of 4 wins from 6 starts provides confidence on the Good 4 surface.
2nd pick3rd
10Zany Girl
Zany Girl offers compelling value as a Group-performed filly dropping significantly in class. While the 1400m distance and outside barrier present challenges, her class advantage over this field is substantial.
3rd pick8th
7Perola
Her barrier 1 draw provides tactical advantage, while her track experience (14 starts) shows familiarity with Launceston. The quick backup from 6 days ago maintains fitness, though the declining form trend over recent months is concerning. The class drop should see her competitive.
Value pick2nd
9Go Jeanie
The reapplication of blinkers and strong jockey/trainer combination add confidence.
- 1st5Nicco The GreekDavid Pires$91.00
- 2nd9Go JeanieCodi Jordan$11.00
- 3rd10Zany GirlErica Byrne Burke$4.60
- 4th8ZewinnaLauren Burke$51.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Nicco The Greek | 4 | David Pires | J L Keys | 58kg | $91.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Go Jeanie | 6 | Codi Jordan | G J Stevenson | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Zany Girl | 9 | Erica Byrne Burke | S Gandy | 56.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 8 | Zewinna | 10 | Lauren Burke | J K Blacker | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Earendel | 7 | Chloe Wells | Barry Campbell | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Sh'bourne Midnight | 5 | Lauryn Bingley | Shaun Nichols | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Magnaprime | 3 | Jabez Johnstone | Adam Trinder | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Perola | 1 | Kelvin Sanderson | J K Blacker | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Happy Clan | 2 | Christopher Pang | J L Keys | 55.5kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Stone Cold Stunner | 8 | Kirra-Lee Lane | G J Stevenson | 56kg | $10.00 |
Ladbrokes Racing Extras In Multi (Bm68)
21:36 local2100mBenchmark 68$25,000
Winner1. Spring BeanSP $9.50
★ Top pickWon
1Spring Bean
The gelding has a perfect record at this track and distance combination, and the significant class drop from his last win provides additional confidence. Despite carrying top weight, his proven ability and strong recent form make him the standout selection.
2nd pick3rd
5Moorlands Miss
Her strong track record and the proven Jordan/Stevenson combination provide confidence, though she needs to bounce back from a disappointing last start finish.
3rd pick4th
2Iffycould
Iffycould brings consistent recent form with multiple placings and has shown he can perform at this track and distance. However, his low win rate and track condition concerns limit his winning chances.
Value pick2nd
4Tideford
His strong track record and ability on soft conditions provide confidence, though the significant class rise and wide barrier present challenges.
- 1st1Spring BeanKirra-Lee Lane$9.50
- 2nd4TidefordBulent Muhcu$7.50
- 3rd5Moorlands MissCodi Jordan$3.90
- 4th2IffycouldGeorgie Catania$5.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Spring Bean | 3 | Kirra-Lee Lane | G J Stevenson | 59.5kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Tideford | 9 | Bulent Muhcu | L R Laskey | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Moorlands Miss | 8 | Codi Jordan | G J Stevenson | 54.5kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 2 | Iffycould | 4 | Georgie Catania | J L Keys | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Manhattan Nights | 2 | Erica Byrne Burke | J K Blacker | 54kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Lindrum | 7 | Christopher Pang | G J Stevenson | 52kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Thin Red Line | 5 | Jabez Johnstone | J K Blacker | 52.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Royal Dispatch | 6 | Lauren Burke | Ashley Meaburn | 54kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 8 | Mightymaxi | 1 | Lauryn Bingley | Rowan Hamer | 52.5kg | $18.00 |
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