★ Top pick3rd
1Vanguard Legend
The class drop from Open company to Restricted 70 provides a significant advantage despite carrying top weight.
Northern Territory · Thursday 2 April 2026
Darwin tips and results
Our top pick won 0 of 4 races at Darwin. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won0/40%
Any tip won4/4100%
Top pick placed4/4100%
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Cup Carnival On Sale Now Hcp (70)
14:22 local1600mRestricted 70$24,500
Winner3. Rock RevolutionSP $3.00
2nd pick2nd
4Rossanado
Rossanado brings excellent recent form and a proven jockey combination to this assignment.
3rd pick4th
2Maxxi Bon
Maxxi Bon brings solid credentials with strong recent placings and proven distance ability. His experience in this grade and soft track record provide confidence, though the combination of an out-of-form jockey and wide barrier present concerns for the tight Fannie Bay circuit.
Value pickWon
3Rock Revolution
While the class rise is substantial, his recent win here and the crucial inside barrier position at Fannie Bay make him a worthwhile value proposition.
- 1st3Rock RevolutionDeborah Barton$3.00
- 2nd4RossanadoAaron Sweeney$3.40
- 3rd1Vanguard LegendRaymond Vigar$5.50
- 4th2Maxxi BonHannah Le Blanc$2.70
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Rock Revolution | 2 | Deborah Barton | Chloe Baxter | 56kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Rossanado | 4 | Aaron Sweeney | Paul Shiers | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 3rd | 1 | Vanguard Legend | 5 | Raymond Vigar | Chloe Baxter | 60.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Maxxi Bon | 6 | Hannah Le Blanc | Chris Nash | 58.5kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 6 | Barocco Bar | 3 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Patrick Johnston | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Desert Mist | 1 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 55kg |
TRNT Off The Track Trobis Hcp (58)
14:57 local1300mRestricted 58$23,000
Winner1. ItwasonlyakissSP $3.00
★ Top pick3rd
4I'm A Dreamer
I'm A Dreamer stands out as the most logical winner having scored at this track/distance last start in similar company. Despite jockey concerns, his proven track specialization and class edge make him the standout selection.
2nd pickWon
1Itwasonlyakiss
Itwasonlyakiss brings consistent form and the crucial barrier 1 advantage at this tight track. His soft track credentials and recent placing form make him a strong threat, though his inability to win at this venue remains a concern.
3rd pick4th
2Miami Baby
Miami Baby offers strong track credentials with multiple wins at Fannie Bay. Recent placing form suggests he's competitive at this level, though the lack of soft track experience and first attempt at 1300m create some uncertainty.
Value pick5th
3Patyep
- 1st1ItwasonlyakissVanessa Arnott$3.00
- 2nd5Max RockDeborah Barton$5.00
- 3rd4I'm A DreamerRaymond Vigar$3.10
- 4th2Miami BabyHannah Le Blanc$5.00
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Itwasonlyakiss | 1 | Vanessa Arnott | Jason Manning | 61kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Max Rock | 4 | Deborah Barton | Terry Gillett | 53kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | I'm A Dreamer | 5 | Raymond Vigar | Ms T Halter | 57.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 2 | Miami Baby | 3 | Hannah Le Blanc | Chloe Baxter | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Patyep | 2 | Aaron Sweeney | G Clarke | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
Ladbrokes Trobis Hcp (58)
15:32 local1300mRestricted 58$23,000
Winner3. Ankle RolexSP $2.90
★ Top pick2nd
1San Lucido
San Lucido won last start at this track in similar conditions and drops 6kg in class from Restricted 64 to 58. Despite carrying top weight, the I Am Invincible gelding has proven form at Fannie Bay and the distance. The class drop significantly enhances winning chances despite the weight penalty.
2nd pick3rd
2Bollon
Bollon is second up from a spell with an excellent 50% strike rate in this position.
3rd pickWon
3Ankle Rolex
Ankle Rolex brings strong course form with 6 wins from 35 starts at Fannie Bay. The Cable Bay gelding placed 3rd last start at this level and draws the inside barrier. Despite rising in class, his proven track record and consistent form make him a genuine chance.
Value pick5th
5World Affairs
The Rubick gelding draws well and gets a 6kg weight drop, though his overall form suggests limited winning chances. The gear change provides the main hope for improvement.
- 1st3Ankle RolexRaymond Vigar$2.90
- 2nd1San LucidoDakota-Lee Gillett$2.90
- 3rd2BollonJarrod Todd$4.20
- 4th4Marvelous NightAaron Sweeney$6.00
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ankle Rolex | 1 | Raymond Vigar | Patrick Johnston | 57.5kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | San Lucido | 4 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Terry Gillett | 59kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 2 | Bollon | 5 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 4 | Marvelous Night | 3 | Aaron Sweeney | Tommy Logan | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 5 | World Affairs | 2 | Deborah Barton | Peter Stennett | 53kg | $12.00 |
ROANT Hcp (C2)
16:08 local1200mClass 2$23,000
Winner2. PredictingSP $8.50
★ Top pick2nd
1Ecclestone
Second up from spell suits his pattern, and the Todd/Clarke combination is in excellent form.
2nd pickWon
2Predicting
Predicting offers each-way value with the tongue tie removal potentially unlocking improvement. The gear change and barrier draw provide tactical advantages in what appears a winnable race.
3rd pick4th
5Tough Impact
Tough Impact represents place value from the inside barrier. His distance record is solid, and recent form shows he's competitive at this level.
Value pick3rd
3Valkur
- 1st2PredictingRaymond Vigar$8.50
- 2nd1EcclestoneJarrod Todd$1.16
- 3rd3ValkurHannah Le Blanc$41.00
- 4th5Tough ImpactDakota-Lee Gillett$8.00
Full result · 4 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Predicting | 5 | Raymond Vigar | Ms T Halter | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Ecclestone | 4 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 63kg | $1.16 |
| 3rd | 3 | Valkur | 3 | Hannah Le Blanc | Chris Pollard | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Tough Impact | 1 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Chris Pollard | 53.5kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Aqua Blue | 2 | Deborah Barton | Chris Pollard | 53kg |
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