Emerald Hills brings excellent soft track credentials (2:1-0-1) and won impressively last start at Newcastle. The 4yo mare is improving with each run and gets ideal conditions. However, the step from maiden to Class 1 is significant and she's relatively inexperienced with only two career starts.
New South Wales · Thursday 26 March 2026
Hawkesbury tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 9 races at Hawkesbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Independent Liquor Group Raceday Plate (C1)
Matthew Smith's involvement and the gear change (lugging bit first time) suggests stable confidence.
Without Peer represents the standout form horse dropping from Group/Listed company to Class 1. The 3yo gelding won at Rosehill in July and placed in Group 3 company at his best. Second up with a good record (1:0-1-0) and proven on soft tracks (3:1-0-1).
The 3yo gelding is improving and the gear changes suggest stable confidence.
- 1st1Midori GiantJay Ford$3.90
- 2nd8WormingtonAlysha Collett$7.50
- 3rd3UnavoidableLouise Day$8.00
- 4th6Tokyo QueenZac Wadick$26.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Midori Giant | 7 | Jay Ford | Blake Ryan | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 8 | Wormington | 1 | Alysha Collett | Ross McConville | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Unavoidable | 4 | Louise Day | Matthew Smith | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Tokyo Queen | 5 | Zac Wadick | D R Mirfin | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Emerald Hills | 2 | Christian Reith | Nacim Dilmi | 57kg | $1.60 |
| 6th | 2 | More Voltage | 3 | Keagan Latham | M & D Kearney | 59kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Without Peer | 6 | Jason Collett | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | C'mon Flyer | 1 | Ross McConville | 55kg |
Great Northern Cup Super Mdn Plate
The Big Blue presents as the most reliable winning chance with an excellent second-up record and proven form at Hawkesbury. The O'Shea/Charlton stable has him primed, and despite the wide draw, his tactical speed should allow him to secure a forward position in the anticipated fast tempo.
The Chris Waller-trained gelding drops significantly in class after Group 1 exposure and has a solid second-up record. Tommy Berry's 20% strike rate at Hawkesbury adds confidence, though the soft track conditions and winless record present concerns.
Her narrow second at Newcastle last start shows she's close to breaking through, and the Joseph Pride stable is in good form.
The 4-year-old mare gets in light at 57kg and has shown steady improvement in her last four starts.
- 1st2The Big BlueZac Lloyd$2.60
- 2nd4Crusader VoyageTommy Berry$2.25
- 3rd11MoordyupReece Jones$13.00
- 4th9Dance With DestinyMitch Stapleford$17.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | The Big Blue | 9 | Zac Lloyd | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Crusader Voyage | 4 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $2.25 |
| 3rd | 11 | Moordyup | 5 | Reece Jones | Joseph Pride | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Dance With Destiny | 7 | Mitch Stapleford | J G Sargent | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Feazabeel | 3 | Adam Hyeronimus | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Circus Girl | 8 | Jay Ford | Ms K Outtrim | 57kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 3 | C'mon Flyer | 6 | Brock Ryan | Ross McConville | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 7 | No Woman No Cry | 10 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Highland Lad | 2 | Winona Costin | James Ponsonby | 59kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Heeza Steve | 1 | Keagan Latham | M & D Kearney | 58.5kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Dundeel Flyer | 11 | Peter Snowden | 56.5kg |
Absolut & Sprite RTDs Mdn Hcp
The blinkers removal and Tommy Berry booking suggest stable confidence, while the Bjorn Baker stable has strong maiden credentials. The gear change and quality jockey engagement indicate this gelding is ready to break through.
The Bjorn Baker stable excels with maidens, and the soft track experience gives him an edge. The missing jockey information is concerning but the fundamentals suggest improvement is likely.
The inside barrier provides tactical advantage in a race where early positioning is crucial.
Last Apache represents value with the blinkers addition and strong jockey form. The Hawkes stable excels with gear changes, and Tyler Schiller's recent 30% strike rate adds confidence.
- 1st3Poisonous$6.00
- 2nd5Smoke 'n' DartsJay Ford$16.00
- 3rd6Unleash HarryTim Clark$5.00
- 4th7Written DollZac Lloyd$3.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Poisonous | 1 | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $6.00 | |
| 2nd | 5 | Smoke 'n' Darts | 7 | Jay Ford | Blake Ryan | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Unleash Harry | 2 | Tim Clark | R J Quinton | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Written Doll | 3 | Zac Lloyd | David Pfieffer | 58.5kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 9 | Defiance | 4 | Tommy Berry | Bjorn Baker | 57.5kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Public Bar | 6 | Adam Hyeronimus | J C Coyle | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Last Apache | 9 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 2 | King Straand | 10 | Dylan Gibbons | Edward Cummings | 59kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Acquaro | 5 | Keagan Latham | Fabio Martino | 59kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Am I Dreaming | 8 | Jason Collett | Jack Pilkington | 56kg |
Jameson Ultra Dry & Lime 10% RTD Mdn Hcp
Barrier 3 allows Tyler Schiller to secure the ideal forward position that Hawkesbury rewards. The Hawkes stable provides quality preparation.
The Waterhouse/Bott stable excels with first-up runners, and this Extreme Choice filly benefits from an ideal barrier draw. The 278-day break suggests a serious preparation, and the stable's expertise with maidens is well-documented. However, the lack of soft track experience and limited form reference create uncertainty despite the quality connections.
Maher stable excels with first-up runners, and Lloyd's 24% strike rate with this trainer adds confidence. Barrier 8 is manageable at Hawkesbury's 1100m start.
The Capitalist filly represents value dropping from stronger provincial company to this maiden level. Her consistent placing record (5 from 7 starts) and proven 1100m ability suggest she's capable of improvement. The Baker/King combination adds confidence, and the significant class drop could unlock her maiden win.
- 1st1Ascot GreenDylan Gibbons$18.00
- 2nd9TiglettaRachel King$8.50
- 3rd3Alpha ZetaJason Collett$12.00
- 4th8PlumeTyler Schiller$5.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Ascot Green | 1 | Dylan Gibbons | John Thompson | 59kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Tigletta | 6 | Rachel King | Bjorn Baker | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Alpha Zeta | 7 | Jason Collett | Jack Pilkington | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Plume | 3 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Mimi's | 5 | Adam Hyeronimus | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg | $1.80 |
| 6th | 6 | Street Force | 2 | Mikayla Weir | S I Singleton | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Liberty Calls | 4 | Jay Ford | Ms K Waugh | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Side Quest | 9 | Louise Day | R J Quinton | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Balmoral Castle | 8 | Zac Lloyd | C Maher | 59kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Pombia | 8 | Ms A Turner | 56kg |
Vodka Cruiser Cup Provincial Mdn Hcp
Riga stands out as the most reliable option with proven soft track ability and consistent placing form. The Tim Clark booking adds significant confidence, and the horse has shown it can handle this distance with a second at Newcastle and third at Taree. Despite the wide draw, the consistent form pattern and track suitability make this the standout selection.
Ready Made Heir brings the best recent form with a strong second at Muswellbrook and has shown consistent placing ability. The Anna Roper booking is significant given her excellent strike rate at this track. While unproven on soft tracks, the consistent form pattern suggests she can handle the step up.
Thunder Lights showed significant improvement with a third placing last start at this track and has the only soft track placing on record. The improving form trend and track familiarity are positives, though the missing jockey booking and wide draw are concerns.
The second-up placement and previous Hawkesbury success provide hope, while first-time blinkers could spark improvement.
- 1st16Am I DreamingJason Collett$4.00
- 2nd3Demmo DermyJay Ford$15.00
- 3rd1Classic TwoJess Taylor$8.50
- 4th5All StarJean Van Overmeire$8.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 16 | Am I Dreaming | 1 | Jason Collett | Jack Pilkington | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Demmo Dermy | 2 | Jay Ford | Edward Cummings | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Classic Two | 9 | Jess Taylor | R A Bailey | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 5 | All Star | 7 | Jean Van Overmeire | Fabio Martino | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Don't Tell Polly | 5 | Alysha Collett | Brad Widdup | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Irulan | 4 | Rachel King | Jason Attard | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Sunset Belle | 3 | Mitchell Bell | T J Bartley | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Olivia Mia | 10 | Tommy Berry | Fabio Martino | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Stability | 12 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Nacim Dilmi | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| 10th | 15 | Frosty Bangers | 14 | Jacqueline Greentree | 55kg | $81.00 | |
| 11th | 8 | Riga | 13 | Tim Clark | Nacim Dilmi | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Godsend | 16 | Adam Farragher | Edward Cummings | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Thunder Lights | 11 | Ms K Buchanan | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Miss Johanski | 15 | M & D Kearney | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Cosmora | 6 | Grant Buckley | Peter D Green | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Ready Made Heir | 8 | Anna Roper | Ms K Buchanan | 55kg |
Bundaberg Drop Bear - Spicy Pineapple (Bm64)
Lightly-raced 3yo colt with perfect place record stepping up to BM64. Recent narrow second at Newcastle shows he's ready for this level. Despite no soft track experience, his consistent form pattern and inside barrier advantage make him the standout selection. The class rise is concerning but his upward trajectory suggests he can handle it.
Experienced mare dropping in class after solid third at Canberra BM75. Her soft track record is excellent and the class drop is significant. The wide barrier is a concern but her proven ability on soft tracks and recent form improvement make her a strong each-way chance.
His 1600m record is solid and recent form shows consistency. The inside barrier could be problematic but his class and light weight provide compensation.
His soft track record is concerning but the recent Newcastle win shows he's in good form. Represents value for exotic players despite the distance and track condition concerns.
- 1st8Toes In The WaterCoriah Keatings$7.50
- 2nd14Okami StarMollie Fitzgerald$4.00
- 3rd6Tip Top TimingSiena Grima$26.00
- 4th12SoxOlivia Chambers$41.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Toes In The Water | 12 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 54.5kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 14 | Okami Star | 2 | Mollie Fitzgerald | C E Conners | 53.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Tip Top Timing | 5 | Siena Grima | C E Conners | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Sox | 13 | Olivia Chambers | T Wong | 53kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Waerea | 6 | Braith Nock | Brad Widdup | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Dunna Runna | 7 | William A Stanley | Danielle Seib | 53.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Shutter | 9 | Deon Le Roux | Lou Mary | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Benamera | 4 | Shannen Llewellyn | Stephen O'Halloran | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Noises | 10 | Anna Roper | Brad Widdup | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Valiant Bomb | 14 | Mitch Stapleford | J & G Lee | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 16 | Hard Pick | 3 | M & D Kearney | 55kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Is It Spectacular | 11 | Nacim Dilmi | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Fiorsum Fred | 1 | Leeshelle Small | S I Singleton | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Luna Bay | 8 | Zac Wadick | Richard & Will Freedman | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Wealthy Investor | 16 | D Lane | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | In Iso | 15 | Wayne Seelin | 55kg |
Jim Beam Cup Conditional (Bm68)
Class rise is concerning but talent suggests he can handle it.
However, the jockey booking is concerning given Ramsbotham's poor recent form. The class drop and track familiarity make him hard to dismiss despite the riding concerns.
Last start winner at the track with a strong soft track record. The combination with in-form jockey Llewellyn is positive, and the inside barrier helps. Inconsistent overall but the recent Hawkesbury win suggests he's found form.
Last start winner at track and distance represents solid value despite soft track concerns. The track familiarity and distance experience are strong positives, while Bell's good recent form adds confidence. Soft track record is the main worry.
- 1st7Falcon LairMollie Fitzgerald$2.50
- 2nd2GoofinatorDylan Gibbons$6.50
- 3rd1AssociateClaire Ramsbotham$3.70
- 4th5Monty Be QuickMitch Stapleford$21.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Falcon Lair | 9 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Goofinator | 11 | Dylan Gibbons | Pat Murphy | 60kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Associate | 8 | Claire Ramsbotham | Danielle Seib | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 5 | Monty Be Quick | 2 | Mitch Stapleford | Wayne Seelin | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 3 | King Kikau | 3 | Shannen Llewellyn | W T Wilkes | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Pro Velocity | 10 | Siena Grima | Geoffrey Crothers | 53kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Magicon | 7 | Mitchell Bell | T J Bartley | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Ribble Lace | 1 | Keagan Latham | David Payne | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Dunedin | 6 | Leeshelle Small | Ms J Galea | 52kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Dollars | 4 | Tim Clark | J C Deamer | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Pinot Nero | 5 | Grant Buckley | John W Ramsey | 55kg |
Voodoo Ranger Cup Hcp (C1)
Her soft track credentials (1 win from 2 starts) are ideal for today's Soft 5 conditions. The fast tempo predicted should suit her strong finishing kick, though the class rise and wide draw present challenges.
Your Chilli brings recent winning form and proven soft track ability to this assignment. The Chris Waller/Tommy Berry combination adds confidence, and the good barrier draw provides tactical options. However, the step up from maiden grade represents a significant challenge.
His consistent placing record suggests he's competitive at this level, though his poor soft track record and top weight assignment are concerning factors for today's conditions.
Vidia offers value based on her recent strong placing in similar company and the advantage of the inside barrier at this tactical track. The Latham/Freedman combination has a solid strike rate, making her an interesting each-way proposition despite soft track concerns.
- 1st6Your ChilliTommy Berry$4.00
- 2nd12VidiaKeagan Latham$8.50
- 3rd3Johnny$4.40
- 4th10Fleet FlyerLouise Day$71.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Your Chilli | 6 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Vidia | 1 | Keagan Latham | Michael Freedman | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Johnny | 7 | Peter Snowden | 60kg | $4.40 | |
| 4th | 10 | Fleet Flyer | 5 | Louise Day | R J Quinton | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 14 | Frankie's Shout | 11 | Leeshelle Small | Ms J Galea | 52kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Chilli Margs | 2 | Jason Collett | Bjorn Baker | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 4 | Cheeky Smirk | 3 | Jay Ford | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 8 | My Proclama | 9 | Dylan Gibbons | Joseph Pride | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Extra Heights | 12 | Peter Snowden | 60.5kg | $26.00 | |
| 10th | 11 | Great Heights | 4 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 56kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Kilman | 10 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Easiest Choice | 15 | David Pfieffer | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Knowing Look | 8 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Aranese | 7 | Ashley Morgan | Ms A Turner | 55kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Tessy Tee | 4 | R D Collett | 55.5kg |
Fireball Cinnamon Whisky Midway (Bm64)
Progressive 3YO colt who won impressively last start at Kembla Grange. His soft track record (1 from 2) is excellent for today's Soft 5 conditions. The Zac Lloyd booking and recent form trajectory suggest he's ready to step up in grade. Despite the wide barrier, his early speed should help secure a forward position.
Promising 3YO filly who was narrowly beaten last start at this track. The Nash Rawiller booking represents a significant jockey upgrade and suggests stable confidence. The class rise is concerning but her track experience is valuable.
Well-bred 3YO colt with perfect first-up record returning from 134-day spell. The significant class drop from BM68 to BM64 and Jason Collett booking are positives. However, the barrier 17 draw is a major concern at Hawkesbury where position is crucial. The tongue tie first time adds interest.
Consistent mare second-up from spell with excellent track knowledge. The Andrew Calder partnership is well-established.
- 1st5FuadeeDeon Le Roux$4.80
- 2nd11Kiss GoodnightNash Rawiller$4.00
- 3rd16Triple YesDylan Gibbons$15.00
- 4th7Autumn BlondeTommy Berry$16.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Fuadee | 13 | Deon Le Roux | J & G Lee | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 11 | Kiss Goodnight | 5 | Nash Rawiller | C E Conners | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 16 | Triple Yes | 6 | Dylan Gibbons | Edward Cummings | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Autumn Blonde | 7 | Tommy Berry | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Just Awesome | 4 | Zac Lloyd | Blake Ryan | 60.5kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 9 | The New Sinatra | 16 | Tyler Schiller | Marc Chevalier | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Spartus | 10 | Reece Jones | Fabio Martino | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Against The Law | 12 | Adam Farragher | Bryce Heys | 61kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Are Ee Que | 3 | Mitch Stapleford | R J Quinton | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Hellova Nature | 2 | Lee Magorrian | Ms K Buchanan | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Cani Cancan | 15 | Jean Van Overmeire | Paul Murray | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 15 | King Charles | 14 | Anthony Mountney | 57kg | $151.00 | |
| 13th | 13 | Tessy Tee | 1 | Andrew Calder | R D Collett | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 14th | 14 | Dreams Of Thunder | 18 | Jess Taylor | R A Bailey | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Zocketman | 17 | Jason Collett | Richard & Will Freedman | 60kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Harry The Thief | 11 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 58kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Starinion | 8 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | S Sampson | 54kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Clifton Springs | 9 | Marc & Mitchell Conners | 55kg |
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