★ Top pick4th
6Tryst And Doubt
The distance step-up to 2255m suits his staying pedigree, and his consistent placings indicate reliability.
Victoria · Sunday 22 March 2026
Geelong tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Geelong. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won2/729%
Any tip won4/757%
Top pick placed6/786%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Ladbrokes Big Bets Copy Now Mdn Plate
13:20 local2255mMaiden$32,000
Winner4. Royal OptimismSP $2.10
2nd pickWon
4Royal Optimism
Royal Optimism represents excellent value dropping from Group level to maiden company. His two recent thirds demonstrate consistency, and the significant class drop combined with Luke Currie's booking and first-time blinkers suggests connections expect improvement. The wide draw is concerning but his class edge is substantial.
3rd pick3rd
3Paramount War
Paramount War brings solid staying form with two recent placings over extended distances. His narrow second at Warrnambool over 2350m proves his stamina, and the inside barrier gives tactical advantages.
Value pick2nd
7Soul Mistress
Soul Mistress offers value based on her recent staying form and weight advantage. Her third over 2500m at Pakenham demonstrates the stamina required, and the strong trainer/jockey combination record suggests she's well-placed.
- 1st4Royal OptimismLuke Currie$2.10
- 2nd7Soul MistressCraig Newitt$10.00
- 3rd3Paramount WarDean Yendall$9.00
- 4th6Tryst And DoubtJohn Allen$2.20
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Royal Optimism | 9 | Luke Currie | C J Waller | 59kg | $2.10 |
| 2nd | 7 | Soul Mistress | 1 | Craig Newitt | K & K Keys | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Paramount War | 2 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Tryst And Doubt | 4 | John Allen | Robert Hickmott | 59kg | $2.20 |
| 5th | 8 | Sweet Little Mary | 6 | Ryan Hurdle | Ben O'Farrell | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Le Plus Rapide | 3 | Alana Kelly | Ann-Jeanette Tindale | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Lucky Chance | 5 | Brad Rawiller | E V Musgrove | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Te Taniwha | 8 | Lachlan Neindorf | Matthew Cumani | 59kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Velocity Rose | 7 | Matthew Cumani | 57kg |
Rex Gorell Volkswagen Mdn Plate
13:55 local1235mMaiden$32,000
Winner5. FiveminutewarningSP $2.90
★ Top pickWon
5Fiveminutewarning
Despite the absence of form data, the combination of Billy Egan's exceptional recent form (35% strike rate) and the strong Payne stable suggests this debut runner has been well-prepared.
2nd pick2nd
6Holding Captive
The first-time blinkers application and John Allen booking suggest the stable expects improvement. The inside barrier provides tactical advantages, though the lack of form data requires faith in connections.
3rd pick5th
9Voronya
The winkers first time and Luke Currie's excellent Geelong record are positives, though the wide barrier presents challenges in a moderate-fast tempo race.
Value pick6th
8Soviet Strike
The recent 5th at Yarra Glen suggests current fitness, and the good barrier allows tactical flexibility. While the jockey form is concerning, the horse's consistency and improvement potential make it a value proposition.
- 1st5FiveminutewarningBilly Egan$2.90
- 2nd6Holding CaptiveJohn Allen$2.50
- 3rd11Meleys$4.20
- 4th10Miss XtravaganzaBailey Kinninmont$101.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Fiveminutewarning | 4 | Billy Egan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 59kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 6 | Holding Captive | 3 | John Allen | C Maher | 59kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Meleys | 8 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $4.20 | |
| 4th | 10 | Miss Xtravaganza | 2 | Bailey Kinninmont | Rene Pompe | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Voronya | 11 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Soviet Strike | 5 | Ryan Hurdle | L Smith | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 3 | Paltrow | 1 | Lachlan King | Michael Jones | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Dance The Foxtrot | 10 | Logan McNeil | Chris Calthorpe | 59kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Better Shape Up | 9 | Archie Alexander | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Eire To The Jungle | 7 | Brad Rawiller | Toby Lake | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Ole Royale | 6 | Alana Kelly | M, W & J Hawkes | 59kg |
Rosemont Stud Mdn Plate
14:30 local1435mMaiden$32,000
Winner8. JustiqueSP $5.50
★ Top pick3rd
3Regal Gent
Regal Gent stands out with the strongest recent form profile, recording three consecutive placings including a close third at this distance last start. Second up from a spell typically sees improvement, and the Howley/Kelly combination has been effective. Despite the wide draw, his consistent form and proven distance suitability make him the most reliable winning chance.
2nd pick7th
2Poor Ol' Johny Ray
Poor Ol' Johny Ray represents significant class relief dropping from Group and Listed company to maiden level. The removal of blinkers for the first time could unlock improvement, while the 138-day freshening should have him primed.
3rd pick6th
5Warrego
Warrego brings several positive angles including the coveted barrier 1 draw at Geelong and the addition of a tongue tie for the first time, suggesting connections expect improvement. The John Allen booking for the Maher stable indicates serious intent, and this combination has a solid strike rate. While his form is limited, the fresh legs from a 170-day spell combined with the inside draw gives him every chance to improve significantly on his previous efforts.
Value pick2nd
9Set Me Free
Set Me Free represents excellent value as a Hayes stable debutant with Luke Currie aboard. The Hayes operation has a strong record with first-starters, and Currie's 20% strike rate at Geelong is impressive. The multiple gear changes (ear muffs, lugging bit, winkers) suggest they've identified and addressed specific issues in training.
- 1st8JustiqueDean Yendall$5.50
- 2nd9Set Me FreeLuke Currie$6.50
- 3rd3Regal GentAlana Kelly$3.00
- 4th14Cries And WhispersLachlan King$19.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Justique | 3 | Dean Yendall | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 9 | Set Me Free | 8 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Regal Gent | 13 | Alana Kelly | Liam Howley | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Cries And Whispers | 2 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Sonic Belle | 9 | Jackson Radley | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Warrego | 1 | John Allen | C Maher | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Poor Ol' Johny Ray | 11 | Craig Newitt | Denis Pagan | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Tutto Passa | 5 | Billy Egan | Liam Howley | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 1 | And I Am | 12 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Aradeo | 10 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Celestra | 12 | Lachlan Neindorf | A & S Freedman | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Toss Of The Coin | 4 | Linda Meech | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 56kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Johnny Be Good | 7 | Ryan Hurdle | Andrew Campbell | 58kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Lakes Entrance | 14 | Julie Scott | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Bonnie Bouquet | 6 | Glen Thompson | 56kg |
Geelong Taxi Network (Bm56)
15:05 local1535mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner1. Il CieloSP $2.90
★ Top pick3rd
5Vincentina
The John Allen booking and gear changes signal stable confidence.
2nd pick5th
9Network Error
The consistent placing record and in-form jockey make her a genuine threat despite the lack of wins.
3rd pick4th
10Lucky Compass
Lucky Compass showed excellent form last start with a close third at this track and distance. The Geelong track record is strong and the bottom weight provides a significant advantage. The improving form trend and track familiarity make him a solid each-way chance.
Value pick8th
3Tel Aviv
- 1st1Il CieloDakotah Keane$2.90
- 2nd2ElvisLogan McNeil$7.00
- 3rd5VincentinaJohn Allen$4.60
- 4th10Lucky CompassAlana Kelly$4.60
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Il Cielo | 2 | Dakotah Keane | C Maher | 60.5kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 2 | Elvis | 9 | Logan McNeil | Daniel Williams | 61.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Vincentina | 5 | John Allen | C Maher | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 10 | Lucky Compass | 3 | Alana Kelly | K T Bourke | 54kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 9 | Network Error | 7 | Lachlan King | J L Grob | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Fashion Fighter | 10 | Ryan Hurdle | Peter Jaques | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Mahogwise Honour | 8 | Paul Gatt | Glen Gascoyne | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Tel Aviv | 1 | Alice Kennedy | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Tradeworx | 6 | Bailey Kinninmont | S V Brown | 55kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Kawa | 4 | Lachlan Neindorf | Matthew Cumani | 60kg |
Crest Drycleaners (Bm56)
15:45 local1335mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner8. Seattle HopeSP $6.50
★ Top pick2nd
11Simply Sassy
The strong Kelly/Williams combination (29% strike rate) and inside barrier provide tactical advantages.
2nd pick4th
6Brazenga
Brazenga offers solid value with John Allen's booking signaling stable confidence. The Maher stable's quality adds further appeal.
3rd pickScratched
2Bossy Star
His Geelong track record (1 win from 2 starts) is encouraging, though the wide barrier presents tactical challenges. The gear change back to blinkers and dropping class levels provide positive momentum despite the draw.
Value pick8th
5Vaderlee
His proven record at 1300m (1 win from 4 starts) and recent close second at Cranbourne indicate current form.
- 1st8Seattle HopeDean Yendall$6.50
- 2nd11Simply SassyAlana Kelly$4.80
- 3rd10HotinherreTheodore Ladd$21.00
- 4th6BrazengaJohn Allen$4.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Seattle Hope | 5 | Dean Yendall | Mitchell Freedman | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Simply Sassy | 2 | Alana Kelly | M J Williams | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 10 | Hotinherre | 4 | Theodore Ladd | Charlotte Littlefield | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Brazenga | 3 | John Allen | C Maher | 61.5kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 1 | Docinthe | 1 | Olivia East | Mitchell Freedman | 61.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Naval Force | 7 | Jackson Radley | Archie Alexander | 61kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Take Me To Church | 6 | Caitlin Hollowood | K T Bourke | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Vaderlee | 10 | Beau Treloar | Simon Zahra | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 2 | Bossy Star | 11 | Bailey Kinninmont | M M Laurie | 60kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Theology | 8 | Luke Currie | R D Griffiths | 63kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Camp Cable | 9 | Billy Egan | Lee & Shannon Hope | 61.5kg |
Crowne Plaza Geelong Stakes (Bm56)
16:20 local1135mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner7. World ActionSP $3.40
★ Top pick2nd
3Bama Slama
The barrier 4 draw positions him perfectly in what appears a fast tempo race.
2nd pick7th
2O'mosa
3rd pick9th
6Whitson
Value pickWon
7World Action
World Action represents value as a first-up specialist with Linda Meech's strong association.
- 1st7World ActionLinda Meech$3.40
- 2nd3Bama SlamaBilly Egan$4.20
- 3rd8Spinhof$61.00
- 4th5No OvertakingLuke Currie$8.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | World Action | 6 | Linda Meech | Aaron Purcell | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Bama Slama | 4 | Billy Egan | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60.5kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 8 | Spinhof | 7 | Shay Keating | 56.5kg | $61.00 | |
| 4th | 5 | No Overtaking | 10 | Luke Currie | Brent Stanley | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Transom | 3 | Dean Yendall | S V Brown | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Sweet City Dancer | 1 | Olivia East | Mitchell Freedman | 52kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 2 | O'mosa | 5 | Brad Rawiller | D C Harrison | 61kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 1 | Gatsby Crown | 8 | Jackson Radley | K T Bourke | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 6 | Whitson | 2 | Ryan Hurdle | Ann-Jeanette Tindale | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | First Fifteen | 9 | John Allen | C Maher | 60kg |
Jims Mowing Geelong (Bm56)
16:55 local1750mBenchmark 56$22,000
Winner8. Move The ToranaSP $4.40
★ Top pickWon
8Move The Torana
The inside barrier is crucial for a mare who needs to be prominent, and her Geelong experience is a positive. While she's stepping up in class, her form curve suggests she's ready for this level.
2nd pick2nd
7Hey Bella
Hey Bella brings last start winning form and class relief to this assignment. Billy Egan's excellent recent form (35% strike rate) is a major positive, and the forward barrier allows her to race prominently. Her inconsistency is a concern, but the class drop and winning momentum make her a strong threat.
3rd pick3rd
9The Daily Planet
The Meech/Purcell combination has been effective with multiple placings, and his recent Terang win shows he's in good form. The wider barrier is a slight concern but his class edge makes him competitive.
Value pick5th
4Wondering Spirit
His consistent recent placings suggest he's ready to break through for another win, and the 4-year-old gelding appears to be still improving.
- 1st8Move The ToranaRyan Hurdle$4.40
- 2nd7Hey BellaBilly Egan$2.90
- 3rd9The Daily PlanetLinda Meech$8.50
- 4th3The King And ILiana Wood$41.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Move The Torana | 1 | Ryan Hurdle | L Smith | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 7 | Hey Bella | 2 | Billy Egan | Luke Oliver | 59.5kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 9 | The Daily Planet | 6 | Linda Meech | Aaron Purcell | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | The King And I | 12 | Liana Wood | K & G Mayberry | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Wondering Spirit | 5 | Lachlan Neindorf | T G Eurell | 60.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Picture Of A City | 8 | Beau Treloar | Lucinda Boyd | 60kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Bogues | 7 | Olivia East | Liam Howley | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 11 | King Alla | 10 | Alana Kelly | Ann-Jeanette Tindale | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Gambu | 3 | Lachlan King | E V Musgrove | 59kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 6 | All The Way Baby | 11 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Purler Patch | 9 | Craig Newitt | K & K Keys | 60kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Circle The Sun | 4 | Chelsea Thompson | E V Musgrove | 53.5kg |
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