Consistent maiden performer with improving trends. Linda Meech booking adds intent. Barrier 7 neutral but midfield map suits fast tempo on tight Warracknabeal track favouring handy runners. Good 4 record 3:0-0-1.
Victoria · Saturday 4 April 2026
Warracknabeal tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Warracknabeal. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The Marong Family Hotel Mdn Plate
Most consistent performer with 4 places from 7 starts, all on good tracks matching today's Good 4. Barrier 5 perfect for pace bias, likely leader per speed map. Recent Geelong/Ballarat placings superior to most rivals.
Barrier 1 ideal for Warracknabeal's tight circuit and leader bias. Second up today with strong second up record historically. Class drop from Listed/Group 2 races huge positive despite poor finishes there - now maiden level. Fast tempo suits pace presence.
Recent 4th at 1600m shows staying potential for 2000m. Significant class drop and dual gear changes (tongue tie/winkers) signal preparation. Preusker stable strong provincials. Wide draw concern but fast tempo may suit late charge on upset-prone track.
- 1st10Think Your AmazingEoin Walsh$9.00
- 2nd9ShotaroLinda Meech$2.00
- 3rd8Poor Ol' Johny RayLiam Riordan$6.50
- 4th2EpochBrad Rawiller$4.80
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Think Your Amazing | 9 | Eoin Walsh | Matthew Cumani | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Shotaro | 7 | Linda Meech | T Busuttin & N Young | 59kg | $2.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Poor Ol' Johny Ray | 1 | Liam Riordan | Denis Pagan | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Epoch | 5 | Brad Rawiller | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 6 | Celtic Park | 11 | Will Gordon | P Kearney | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Baudin | 10 | P A Preusker | 57kg | $16.00 | |
| 7th | 4 | Reel Latino | 3 | Melissa Julius | R K Challis | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Mega Needs | 13 | Tom Madden | R K Challis | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Two Stroke Baby | 15 | Jarrod Robinson | 57kg | $31.00 | |
| 10th | 7 | I'mnodrummerboy | 2 | Paul Gatt | Mitchell Freedman | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Reelzaz | 6 | Nadia Daniels | Liam Howley | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 1 | Chouxdino | 8 | Neil Farley | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Without Fail | 16 | Jack Hill | D J McCarthy | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Sweet Little Mary | 4 | Ben O'Farrell | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Velocity Rose | 14 | Matthew Cumani | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Wombat | 12 | Jarrod Robinson | 59kg |
Bentley Group Mdn Plate
Improving 3yo filly handles fast tempo from midfield on this leader-biased tight track. Best pure form in maiden despite barrier.
Excellent draw in barrier 2 for pace-favouring Warracknabeal 1000m. Solid Hill/Jackson combo (33%).
Debutant not penalised for lack of form per maiden rules. Barrier 4 ideal, Madden excellent at Warracknabeal (16% wins from 32 rides). Proxy assessment favours: trainer intent via senior book, gate speed likely in very fast tempo.
Barrier 1 perfect for Warracknabeal sprint bias, likely leader in fast tempo. Veteran mare can control/hold on in low-grade maiden despite winless record.
- 1st11Sapphire ReignLinda Meech$1.70
- 2nd5Finnish GirlNadia Daniels$26.00
- 3rd1Eighteen MonthsJack Hill$4.20
- 4th6Runaway LoveEoin Walsh$16.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Sapphire Reign | 7 | Linda Meech | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 5 | Finnish Girl | 1 | Nadia Daniels | Rene Pompe | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Eighteen Months | 2 | Jack Hill | Shane Jackson | 59.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 6 | Runaway Love | 6 | Eoin Walsh | Vicki O'Connell | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Flying Nic | 8 | Neil Farley | Andrew Bobbin | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Petite Bowler | 5 | Paul Gatt | Andrew Bobbin | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Moon Dog Dotty | 4 | Tom Madden | P A Chow | 57kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 2 | Flying Capital | 9 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Zousouth | 11 | Liam Riordan | A & S Freedman | 59kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Ellie's Song | 3 | Chelsea Taylor | Jordy Coffey | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Maya's Ace | 10 | Will Gordon | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg |
Warrack Concrete Mdn Plate
Barrier 6 allows midfield settling on Warracknabeal's tight turns where pace is key. Gear changes suggest peaking fitness.
Fast tempo suits forward runner.
Meech ride boosts chances but wide draw tests on tight track. Second up stats neutral.
Light weight and fresh after 7 days.
- 1st10Yes ChicciZac Moore$8.00
- 2nd8Fashion WorldLinda Meech$3.70
- 3rd7The Lady VenusNadia Daniels$8.50
- 4th4Fram StraitLiam Riordan$3.30
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Yes Chicci | 3 | Zac Moore | C Maher | 53kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Fashion World | 9 | Linda Meech | Andrew Bobbin | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 7 | The Lady Venus | 4 | Nadia Daniels | Daniel Kelly | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Fram Strait | 6 | Liam Riordan | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 5 | Iron Stupa | 5 | Will Gordon | P Kearney | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 6th | 1 | Bialiatski | 10 | Neil Farley | W Morrissey | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Cool Bee Bee | 7 | Paul Gatt | P A Preusker | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Malawi Man | 1 | Melissa Julius | S V Gebert | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Coniston Spice | 8 | Eoin Walsh | T & C McEvoy | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Here She Is | 2 | Jack Hill | Michael Hickmott | 57kg |
Dale Huebner (Bm66)
Linda Meech retains ride for strong stable combo. Fast tempo suits forward runner.
Barrier 1 is gold at pace-biased Warracknabeal. Got Out The Fence in excellent rhythm with recent 1200m win at Yarra Glen BM56 and strong country sprint record. Light weight, forward speed suits fast tempo predicted.
Long spell a query but trainer targets these. Solid top-3 chance in fast tempo suiting closers with turn of foot.
Outstanding value as proven Warracknabeal 1200m winner (3:1-0-0) with light 54kg impost. Recent form solid with BM56 placing 6 days ago. Track suits pace style, and low weight offsets barrier 7.
- 1st2DamasBrad Rawiller$1.55
- 2nd8Olivia's ScandalChelsea Taylor$13.00
- 3rd5Got Out The FenceJack Hill$12.00
- 4th1ShalailedNeil Farley$41.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Damas | 4 | Brad Rawiller | Patrick Payne | 60kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 8 | Olivia's Scandal | 7 | Chelsea Taylor | Jordy Coffey | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Got Out The Fence | 1 | Jack Hill | Ms G Johnstone | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Shalailed | 8 | Neil Farley | C V Kelly | 61kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Sacramental | 2 | Will Gordon | Mitchell Freedman | 60kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Billie Bronx | 3 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 6 | Asawin | 5 | Tom Madden | Ms H Burns | 57kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Patchouli Dream | 9 | S S Cunningham | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | The Mount | 6 | Andrew Bobbin | 54kg |
Bet Deluxe (Bm56)
Midfield map ideal for Warracknabeal's tight turns and fast tempo.
Mr Markle excels in race context with barrier 1 and leader role on pace-biased Warracknabeal sprint. Consistent form (3rd Tatura BM56 latest), slight class drop, and blinkers first time enhance prospects.
Shimshalar brings proven suitability with Warracknabeal win at T/D (1000m Rest.58), strong distance stats (4:1-1-1), and consistent recent form (3rd Horsham BM56). Good track record (11:2-3-3) reliable on Good 4. Barrier 8 a query but tactical speed can position well; strong top-3 form chance.
- 1st9TangoetteLinda Meech$7.00
- 2nd4Mr MarkleBrad Rawiller$2.60
- 3rd3Miss ToronadoEoin Walsh$11.00
- 4th7Steamy MistNadia Daniels$2.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Tangoette | 10 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Mr Markle | 1 | Brad Rawiller | Patrick Payne | 60kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Miss Toronado | 5 | Eoin Walsh | Thomas Conlan | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Steamy Mist | 6 | Nadia Daniels | M M Laurie | 57.5kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 6 | Shimshalar | 8 | Melissa Julius | Sharni Julian | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 11 | First Division | 7 | Chelsea Taylor | Ms H Burns | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 8 | First Line | 3 | Will Gordon | P A Preusker | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Miss Mikki Isle | 9 | Tom Madden | Thomas Conlan | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | With Strength | 4 | Jack Hill | D J McCarthy | 64kg | |
| Scr | 2 | El Salto | 11 | L E Robertson | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Avid General | 2 | Neil Farley | Jody Thompson | 59.5kg |
Pony Xpress (Bm56)
Convo stands out on pure form with consistent placings (14x43233538) in BM62/BM66 races, now dropping to BM56. Barrier 3 perfect for tight Warracknabeal track favouring on-pace runners in moderate-fast tempo. Light 54.5kg from elite Maher yard outweighs low win rate.
Mangione's barrier 1 is gold at pace-biased Warracknabeal where inside draws dominate. Solid distance stats (25:4-3-2) and recent 3rd at Horsham (2100m) off 70.5kg shows fitness. Big class drop from BM78 to BM56 boosts prospects despite age.
Recent runs show consistency despite wide draw 8 - can midfield and use tempo. Rising in class but raw speed trumps limited exposure. Solid top-3 chance despite barrier.
Barrier 4 positions as likely leader in moderate-fast tempo suiting Warracknabeal bias. Class drop and experience outweigh age/jockey concerns for overlay.
- 1st4AdjudicateWill Gordon$5.00
- 2nd7Ex MachinaTom Madden$4.20
- 3rd5MangioneEoin Walsh$6.00
- 4th9ConvoZac Moore$5.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Adjudicate | 9 | Will Gordon | Mitchell Freedman | 60.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Ex Machina | 5 | Tom Madden | Matthew Cumani | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 5 | Mangione | 1 | Eoin Walsh | Nell Carter | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Convo | 3 | Zac Moore | C Maher | 54.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Ready By Design | 4 | Melissa Julius | Sharni Julian | 62kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Triple Oh | 8 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 59kg | $3.10 |
| Scr | 1 | Crack A Deel | 7 | Henry Dwyer | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Picture Of A City | 2 | Jack Hill | Lucinda Boyd | 62kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Crossoverkid | 6 | Neil Farley | Andrew Payne | 60kg |
Emmetts Warracknabeal Cup
Black Storm tops form assessment with superior strike rates (30% wins, 70% places) and dominant 1600m record (11:3-5-0). Recent Albury Open win off 62.5kg shows fitness; good track performer (18:4-8-1). Barrier 7 manageable in midfield role on tight Warracknabeal where on-pace thrives. Best pure form horse.
Veteran with depth of form; recent Esperance placings in BM70+ show competitiveness. Ideal barrier 3 exploits Warracknabeal's inside bias and tight turns. Strong good track record and distance history outweigh age; forward positioning suits predicted fast tempo on country Saturday. Solid each-way chance behind top pick.
Listed 1600m win highlights black-type ability; barrier 4 suits midfield. Recent metro form poor but country Warracknabeal lower class; fast tempo favours closing speed.
Value overlay with track/distance win; recent Bairnsdale 4th signals fitness improvement. Hayes stable reliable; light weight helps on tight circuit. Barrier 8 tests but fast tempo may suit closer.
- 1st5Angry SkiesEoin Walsh$5.50
- 2nd2Black StormBrad Rawiller$2.20
- 3rd3Bullets HighNeil Farley$7.50
- 4th6ChartresLiam Riordan$6.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Angry Skies | 8 | Eoin Walsh | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Black Storm | 7 | Brad Rawiller | T Fitzsimmons | 61kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 3 | Bullets High | 1 | Neil Farley | K T Bourke | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Chartres | 2 | Liam Riordan | M M Laurie | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Spylark | 6 | Melissa Julius | Dane Smith | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Eishaa | 5 | Paul Gatt | P A Preusker | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Wild Imagination | 3 | Jack Hill | David Page | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Gold Bullion | 4 | Linda Meech | Lloyd Kennewell | 63kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Feargal | 9 | Melissa Julius | Shane Jackson | 54kg |
Taylors Palace After The Last Hcp (56)
Fashion Fighter stands out in this BM56 country race with barrier 1 providing perfect tactical advantage on Warracknabeal's tight circuit favouring on-pace runners. Recent Ararat 1600m win confirms distance suitability (11:2-0-2 at dist), good track record strong (25:4-3-2), and light weight aids. Fast tempo suits settling midfield before challenging. Gear change positive.
Ovabent gets prime barrier 4 to settle handy on pace-favouring Warracknabeal track. Light weight 52kg (with claim) crucial in 10kg spread handicap. Trainer Dane Smith saddles three runners showing stable confidence. Fast tempo will suit forward runner. Recent form poor but barrier/map upgrades chances significantly over backmarkers.
Sugar And Sweet brings strongest course form (2:1-0-1, T/D win) to tight Warracknabeal where locals dominate. Distance proven (9:2-1-2), good 4 reliable (27:2-5-3), recent consistent placings show fitness. Wide draw 10 concern but tactical speed can overcome in fast tempo.
Consistent (12:1-3-1), recent x35 shows fitness, neutral barrier 6 perfect for fast tempo from midfield. Topweight 60kg proven, class rise manageable.
- 1st6Our Sassy LadyMelissa Julius$5.00
- 2nd7Solar MistNeil Farley$3.70
- 3rd1GarfieldValentin Le Boeuf$4.80
- 4th3Sugar And SweetLiam Riordan$8.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Our Sassy Lady | 8 | Melissa Julius | Ms Jessica Tzaferis | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Solar Mist | 9 | Neil Farley | C V Kelly | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 1 | Garfield | 6 | Valentin Le Boeuf | Ms H White | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 3 | Sugar And Sweet | 10 | Liam Riordan | Rachel Samsonenko | 60kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Ovabent | 4 | Nadia Daniels | Dane Smith | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Shal Exceed | 5 | Brad Rawiller | C V Kelly | 60kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Bless The Fleet | 11 | Jack Hill | Dane Smith | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Fashion Fighter | 1 | Will Gordon | Peter Jaques | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Dandino Belle | 7 | Chelsea Thompson | Dane Smith | 50kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Lewandowski | 3 | Paul Gatt | Keith Hall | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Wings Of Carmen | 6 | S S Cunningham | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Black Cherry | 2 | Eoin Walsh | Andrew Bobbin | 56.5kg |
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