★ Top pick2nd
2Krackacan
Likely leader in fast tempo on leader-biased Mackay sprint suits perfectly. Recent form improving, consistent class, barrier 4 ideal for control.
Queensland · Thursday 2 April 2026
Mackay tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 9 races at Mackay. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won2/922%
Any tip won9/9100%
Top pick placed6/967%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Become A Member Of The MTC Hcp
12:10 local1100mOpen$21,000
Winner1. Don''tdoubtheladySP $3.80
2nd pick4th
4Gypsy''s Daughter
Gypsy's Daughter not penalised for limited starts per maiden rule. Impressed winning debut at exact T/D on Soft 6 two weeks ago carrying 56kg, now drops to 54kg with strong forward map. Trainer/jockey combo excellent (35%). Suits Mackay leader bias despite class rise; fitness edge in regular prep.
3rd pick3rd
3Fabulean
Strong Mackay history (10 starts, 2 wins) and barrier 3 helps, but 0 soft wins from 5 starts tempers enthusiasm vs soft specialists. Recent track win good but latest 5th on soft. Solid place claim in leader bias.
Value pickWon
1Don''tdoubthelady
Soft record solid (1-1-2 from 5). Long spell and recent flat form risks fitness, but class drop and map make overlay vs shorter Fabulean.
- 1st1Don''tdoubtheladyRyan Wiggins$3.80
- 2nd2KrackacanAdam Sewell$3.60
- 3rd3FabuleanSean Cormack$2.50
- 4th4Gypsy''s DaughterChris Mc Iver$4.40
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Don''tdoubthelady | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | Clinton Taylor | 62kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Krackacan | 4 | Adam Sewell | Darryl Johnston | 61.5kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Fabulean | 3 | Sean Cormack | Jennifer Hatfield | 57.5kg | $2.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Gypsy''s Daughter | 5 | Chris Mc Iver | J E McConachy | 54kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 6 | The Kobay Train | 2 | Nathan Thomas | Joshua Manzelmann | 54kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Innovader | 4 | J E McConachy | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Cascia | 2 | Darryl Johnston | 54kg |
Ladbrokes Mega Multi Hcp
12:45 local1100mOpen$21,000
Winner1. Dub SteppingSP $5.50
★ Top pickWon
1Dub Stepping
Soft track record solid (2:0-1-0).
2nd pick4th
2Red Scentsation
Solid place chance in leader-biased sprint.
3rd pick7th
6Felipity
Soft track record 3:0-1-0 suits conditions. Wide draw and midfield map temper win hopes on leader-biased track, but finishing strength offers threat. Gear change positive.
Value pick2nd
7Stylish Diamond
Light weight and Mackay leader bias suit forward run.
- 1st1Dub SteppingAidan Holt$5.50
- 2nd7Stylish DiamondChris Mc Iver$4.80
- 3rd5DianteWarwick Satherley$2.60
- 4th2Red ScentsationRyan Wiggins$2.80
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dub Stepping | 2 | Aidan Holt | T Button | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Stylish Diamond | 5 | Chris Mc Iver | Kris Hansen | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 5 | Diante | 4 | Warwick Satherley | Ricky Vale | 56kg | $2.60 |
| 4th | 2 | Red Scentsation | 7 | Ryan Wiggins | Clinton Taylor | 58kg | $2.80 |
| 5th | 3 | Rocky Prince | 1 | Adam Sewell | Tom Smith | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Whip ''n Neighneigh | 6 | Gabrielle Semmens | Kris Thomas | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Felipity | 8 | Sean Cormack | Jennifer Hatfield | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Ironroad Spirit | 3 | Natalea Summers | Darryl Johnston | 55kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Good One Cecil | 4 | Joshua Manzelmann | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Blessed Boom | 8 | Tom Smith | 54.5kg |
Book For Amateurs Sat 23rd May Mdn Plate
13:20 local1100mMaiden$23,000
Winner11. PleasepleasepleaseSP $2.05
★ Top pick2nd
1Capricornus
Barrier 5 suits midfield settling on leader-biased track. First-up stats solid.
2nd pickWon
11Pleasepleaseplease
Second-up today but lacks Capricornus' proven closing speed and track form. Still strong place chance in fast tempo.
3rd pick7th
8Embezzles
Recent runner with light weight suits soft/fast tempo. Barrier 6 workable midfield. Trainer/jockey combo solid.
Value pick3rd
2Fighting Edge
Speed map flags as likely leader in fast tempo. First-up stats include a place. Soft experience (6:0-1-1). Form poor but draw/position trumps in this low-class maiden sprint.
- 1st11PleasepleasepleaseAdam Sewell$2.05
- 2nd1CapricornusRaul Silvera Olivera$2.50
- 3rd2Fighting EdgeChelsea Jokic$8.50
- 4th3SoydecafflatteAmie Meissner$31.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Pleasepleaseplease | 3 | Adam Sewell | Alisha Taylor | 55.5kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 1 | Capricornus | 5 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Ricky Vale | 58.5kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Fighting Edge | 1 | Chelsea Jokic | Chelsea Jokic | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Soydecafflatte | 2 | Amie Meissner | Mark Barnham | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Tiger Jim | 7 | Tom Orr | Kevin Miller | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Streamelot | 8 | McKenzie Apel | D K Amos | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Embezzles | 6 | Chris Mc Iver | Kevin Miller | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Jenny | 4 | Tahlia Fenlon | L A Wright | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 6 | She''s Got It | 5 | Tim Cook | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Madam Nazar | 5 | Chelsea Jokic | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Outcry | 3 | Ms R Binder | 55.5kg |
Ladbrokes Odds Surge Mdn Hcp
13:55 local1200mMaiden$23,000
Winner5. Milk MaidSP $6.00
★ Top pick6th
1Moonya Lad
2nd pick3rd
8Outcry
Outcry overlooked by form-only lens but barrier 3 positions her to exploit Mackay's leader bias (front-three at 400m key). Three prior Mackay runs, light weight, and on-pace style suit fast tempo. Recent 5th here on Soft 6 shows competitiveness despite no places.
3rd pickWon
5Milk Maid
Class drop helps but wide draw/backmarker map tempers vs on-pacers. Strong Maiden volatility play if tempo suits closers; form edges Outcry despite bias.
Value pick7th
6Viper Room
Gear changes indicate stable push; midfield map workable in fast tempo.
- 1st5Milk MaidMcKenzie Apel$6.00
- 2nd7Frosty''s GotchaAmie Meissner$21.00
- 3rd8OutcryTahlia Fenlon$2.90
- 4th9Frosty QueenChris Mc Iver$151.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Milk Maid | 8 | McKenzie Apel | Ricky Vale | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Frosty''s Gotcha | 4 | Amie Meissner | Mark Barnham | 53kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Outcry | 3 | Tahlia Fenlon | Ms R Binder | 55kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 9 | Frosty Queen | 6 | Chris Mc Iver | Lachie Manzelmann | 54.5kg | $151.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Madam Nazar | 2 | Chelsea Jokic | Chelsea Jokic | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Moonya Lad | 9 | Aidan Holt | T Button | 60kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Viper Room | 5 | Adam Sewell | Ms O Cairns | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 3 | No Words | 1 | Sean Cormack | S W Kendrick | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 2 | Zemoreya | 7 | Ryan Wiggins | T Button | 59.5kg | $20.00 |
Book Event Centre For Functions (Bm60)
14:30 local1800mBenchmark 60$21,000
Winner1. More TroubleSP $1.55
★ Top pickWon
1More Trouble
Recent fitness sharp, soft record solid (10:1-0-3). Outclasses rivals on pure form despite weight.
2nd pick3rd
3Bo Bo Beware
Soft form adequate, forward runner suits leader-biased track and moderate-fast tempo.
3rd pick4th
4Kings Castle
Barrier 2 combines with Mackay record (6:1-1-0, T/D 1:0-1-0) for strong positional fit on leader-biased track. Second up sharpness possible, light 57.5kg aids on Soft 6 (7:0-2-1 soft). Recent form dip excused by class, maps forward in likely leaders per speed map.
Value pick2nd
5Kayleen''s Profit
Recent placings consistent, light weight suits.
- 1st1More TroubleSean Cormack$1.55
- 2nd5Kayleen''s ProfitMcKenzie Apel$6.00
- 3rd3Bo Bo BewareWarwick Satherley$4.40
- 4th4Kings CastleRyan Wiggins$11.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | More Trouble | 6 | Sean Cormack | Toni Schofield | 64.5kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 5 | Kayleen''s Profit | 5 | McKenzie Apel | Ricky Vale | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Bo Bo Beware | 1 | Warwick Satherley | Ms Z Hohn | 61kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 4 | Kings Castle | 2 | Ryan Wiggins | D K Amos | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Khamis | 4 | Tahlia Fenlon | Troy Clive | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Shadow Project | 3 | Chris Mc Iver | Jessica Kuhn | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Store Beach | 7 | Tasha Chambers | Leslie Gordy | 54kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Bavarian Lady | 8 | Ashley Butler | Ms Z Hohn | 61.5kg |
Premium Partner Ma''s Pizza Hcp
15:05 local1200mOpen$21,000
Winner2. Demon AwardSP $6.00
★ Top pick4th
4Scrub Chain
Midfield settling suits fast tempo and Mackay's on-pace bias where front-three at 400m critical. Light weight, improving trend outweighs barrier 7 and class rise. Best pure form horse.
2nd pick5th
8Answering
Excellent local record at Mackay (16:2-6-2, 6:1-3-1 at 1200m) with barrier 4 positioning for on-pace run critical to track bias. Recent 2nd behind Scrub Chain same race/track/conditions. Consistent form, soft experience (13:2-6-1), light weight.
3rd pickWon
2Demon Award
Leader in speed map from barrier 2 ideally suited to Mackay's pronounced front-three bias. Recent 2nd on Heavy 8. Lacks local form but map/tempo advantages strong despite class rise.
Value pick3rd
1Real Key
Midfield from barrier 6 viable in fast tempo if holds front three at 400m.
- 1st2Demon AwardTasha Chambers$6.00
- 2nd3Parade GroundMcKenzie Apel$8.00
- 3rd1Real KeyRaul Silvera Olivera$26.00
- 4th4Scrub ChainTahlia Fenlon$1.85
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Demon Award | 2 | Tasha Chambers | Leslie Gordy | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Parade Ground | 5 | McKenzie Apel | Ricky Vale | 54kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Real Key | 6 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Mark Cochrane | 62kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Scrub Chain | 7 | Tahlia Fenlon | Tom Smith | 54kg | $1.85 |
| 5th | 8 | Answering | 4 | Sean Cormack | L A Wright | 54kg | $3.90 |
| 6th | 7 | Keyboard | 1 | Natalea Summers | Darryl Johnston | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Sir Rocket | 3 | Amie Meissner | I D Shaw | 52kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Moktaffy | 5 | Mark Cochrane | 54kg |
Event Founding Partner Starcut Flowers (Bm65)
15:40 local1200mBenchmark 65$21,000
Winner1. Dealing''s DoneSP $9.50
★ Top pick3rd
3Sailor''s Rum
Significant class drop, proven Mackay performer with 2 wins from 3 starts there. Barrier 2 ideal for leader-biased track, recent soft win at Rockhampton shows fitness. Inside draw and speed map suit fast tempo perfectly at this tight circuit.
2nd pick4th
2La Petite Maison
Barrier 1 is gold at Mackay, recent dominant win there on identical Soft 6.
3rd pick5th
6Determination
Consistent recent placings, barrier 5 allows forward position crucial at Mackay. Warwick Satherley knows horse well (33% win strike). Can sit on-pace and finish strongly in fast tempo.
Value pickWon
1Dealing''s Done
Class drop key, strong Mackay history with 2 track wins. Barrier 4 suits on-pace bias, recent form consistent despite plain finishes.
- 1st1Dealing''s DoneAmie Meissner$9.50
- 2nd8Upstart LegendAdam Sewell$17.00
- 3rd3Sailor''s RumRyan Wiggins$1.60
- 4th2La Petite MaisonSean Cormack$6.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dealing''s Done | 4 | Amie Meissner | W E Winters | 59.5kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Upstart Legend | 3 | Adam Sewell | Lachie Manzelmann | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Sailor''s Rum | 2 | Ryan Wiggins | Alisha Taylor | 60.5kg | $1.60 |
| 4th | 2 | La Petite Maison | 1 | Sean Cormack | Tracy Simmons | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Determination | 5 | Warwick Satherley | Ricky Vale | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Mimmy''s Secret | 7 | Tom Orr | Kevin Miller | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Better Be Ready | 6 | Chelsea Jokic | Joshua Manzelmann | 59kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Better Than Words | 6 | J T Wigginton | 57kg |
Happy & Safe Easter From MTC Hcp (55)
16:20 local1560mRestricted 55$21,000
Winner6. DiasonicSP $12.00
★ Top pick6th
1Mordecai
Mordecai tops pure form assessment with outstanding Mackay stats (15:1-5-3, TAD 5:1-3-1) and recent consistency (3rd last start Soft 6 at Mackay). Loves the circuit, multiple placings here including TAD. Soft record viable with 5 places from 9 soft starts. Barrier 9 workable given class edge over rivals.
2nd pick3rd
4Boom Crusher
Boom Crusher maps ideally from barrier 3 in leader-biased Mackay. Forward settling suits moderate tempo and inside draw advantage.
3rd pick7th
3Turn Me Royale
Wiggins excels track (18% win). Soft query but inside draw and speed map override; potential to lead/hold front 3 at 400m in leader bias.
Value pickWon
6Diasonic
Value overlay with proven Mackay love (15:2-3-0, TAD 9:2-3-0). Barrier 4 suits bias, handles soft (24 starts), recent 3rd after freshen.
- 1st6DiasonicAdam Sewell$12.00
- 2nd2Cash ArtistNatalea Summers$8.50
- 3rd4Boom CrusherSean Cormack$7.00
- 4th9Masali RaffaTasha Chambers$16.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Diasonic | 4 | Adam Sewell | Lachie Manzelmann | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Cash Artist | 8 | Natalea Summers | Darryl Johnston | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Boom Crusher | 3 | Sean Cormack | Darryl Johnston | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Masali Raffa | 5 | Tasha Chambers | Julieann Lancaster | 54.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Remlap Kava | 7 | Gabrielle Semmens | Lachie Manzelmann | 56.5kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Mordecai | 9 | Amie Meissner | W E Winters | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Turn Me Royale | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | Ms O Cairns | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 8th | 8 | Shez Lethal | 2 | Tahlia Fenlon | Toni Schofield | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 5 | Mr Sugar Daddy | 6 | Nathan Thomas | Gareth Smith | 58kg | $10.00 |
Racing Again Friday 17th April Hcp (58)
17:00 local1300mRestricted 58$21,000
Winner4. ZayaSP $7.50
★ Top pick3rd
1Rum Rumble
Leader-biased Mackay suits forward run from barrier 7. Class rise manageable off recent win.
2nd pick4th
12Cascia
Consistent placer in BM58 & lower, forward map perfect for tight Mackay. Soft form limited but recent fitness strong. Solid place chance.
3rd pick2nd
11Leica Flamingo
Improving 3yo filly won last start Rockhampton maiden on soft, all career soft (7:1-1-1). Barrier 3 ideal for Mackay leader bias despite backmarker speed map. Class rise query but upside warrants inclusion.
Value pickWon
4Zaya
Mackay specialist (9:1-3-2) with consistent recent form including 2nd last start Class 2. Each-way overlay.
- 1st4ZayaTahlia Fenlon$7.50
- 2nd11Leica FlamingoRaul Silvera Olivera$7.50
- 3rd1Rum RumbleMcKenzie Apel$3.00
- 4th12CasciaSean Cormack$7.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Zaya | 10 | Tahlia Fenlon | Ms R Binder | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Leica Flamingo | 3 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Ross Shannon | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Rum Rumble | 7 | McKenzie Apel | Ricky Vale | 60kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Cascia | 6 | Sean Cormack | Darryl Johnston | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Four Leaf Wonder | 5 | Chris Mc Iver | Kevin Miller | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Airclash | 4 | Chelsea Jokic | Chelsea Jokic | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Citiroc | 9 | Amie Meissner | Mark Barnham | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 7 | To Love Somebody | 11 | Adam Sewell | Ms M Young | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Badlifedecision | 8 | Warwick Satherley | Ms Z Hohn | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Holy Crown | 2 | Gabrielle Semmens | Kale Sinclair | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Dubawi''s Girl | 1 | Nathan Thomas | Joshua Manzelmann | 57kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Fifty Five Mustang | 1 | Mark Barnham | 59kg |
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