★ Top pick3rd
10Rocket Girl
James McDonald's 25% strike rate at Hawkesbury and strong partnership with Waller stable provides confidence. Barrier 3 ideal for forward placement which suits track bias.
New South Wales · Wednesday 8 April 2026
Hawkesbury tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 6 races at Hawkesbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won2/633%
Any tip won4/667%
Top pick placed3/650%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Pioneer Services Hcp
14:05 local1100mOpen$60,000
Winner1. Extremely TemptedSP $3.00
2nd pickWon
1Extremely Tempted
Barrier 6 manageable but not ideal for Hawkesbury's on-speed bias.
3rd pick2nd
8Katoto
Waller runner with significant advantages including barrier 1 and minimum weight. Apprentice Grima has solid record with stable. Gear changes concerning but barrier position crucial at Hawkesbury for on-speed runners.
Value pickScratched
13Peyton
Standout as only runner with proven form data.
- 1st1Extremely TemptedRegan Bayliss$3.00
- 2nd8KatotoSiena Grima$5.00
- 3rd10Rocket GirlJames Mc Donald$2.80
- 4th3Priory ParkAdam Hyeronimus$5.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Extremely Tempted | 6 | Regan Bayliss | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Katoto | 1 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 53kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Rocket Girl | 3 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 56kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 3 | Priory Park | 10 | Adam Hyeronimus | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Fondness | 7 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 56kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Diamond Dice | 2 | Chad Schofield | Richard Litt | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Honeysuckle | 4 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Casta Diva | 13 | L P Beuzelin | M F Van Gestel | 56kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Lafite | 9 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Parcae | 5 | Jason Collett | A & S Freedman | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Air Of Solace | 12 | C J Waller | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | St Gotthard | 11 | C J Waller | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Peyton | 8 | Zac Lloyd | Tom Charlton | 57.5kg |
Elite Sand & Soil (Bm64)
14:40 local1100mBenchmark 64$60,000
Winner3. La BasiliqueSP $7.50
★ Top pick4th
2Somerton Smart
While the wide draw is concerning at this on-speed track, his proven ability to settle and finish strongly gives him the best winning credentials.
2nd pick2nd
7Lighthouse Lass
Lighthouse Lass gets the perfect scenario with barrier 1 at this leader-friendly track while dropping significantly in class.
3rd pick3rd
5Fairway To Heaven
The Tim Clark booking adds confidence, and her recent maiden win suggests she's ready for the step up in class.
Value pick6th
8Admire Me
- 1st3La BasiliqueJames Mc Donald$7.50
- 2nd7Lighthouse LassJason Collett$2.60
- 3rd5Fairway To HeavenTim Clark$8.00
- 4th2Somerton SmartSiena Grima$4.80
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | La Basilique | 6 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Lighthouse Lass | 1 | Jason Collett | Richard & Will Freedman | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 5 | Fairway To Heaven | 2 | Tim Clark | Michael Freedman | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Somerton Smart | 9 | Siena Grima | Ms S Grills | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 4 | Sapling | 8 | Zac Lloyd | Nacim Dilmi | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Admire Me | 3 | Tyler Schiller | Brad Widdup | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Lipstick | 7 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Premium | 4 | Mitch Stapleford | G Portelli | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Stubborn Emmelie | 5 | Keagan Latham | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
Blakes Marine Mdn Hcp
15:15 local1600mMaiden$100,000
Winner2. LontriceSP $1.60
★ Top pick8th
3Almaaz
The Chris Waller-trained filly brings the strongest form credentials with consistent placings and elite connections. The step up to 1600m suits her breeding profile, and despite the wide draw, she has the class to overcome.
2nd pick2nd
10Jade Sunset
Well-placed second up runner with the benefit of an inside draw on a track that favours forward positions. Recent close second suggests she's ready to break through, and the step up in distance should suit. The barrier draw is crucial at this track.
3rd pick6th
7Iron Legend
The nose roll first time and Tommy Berry's strong Hawkesbury record are positives, but the wide barrier is a significant concern on this track that heavily favours inside runners.
Value pickScratched
6Wormington
The gear changes and light weight are positives, but the wide draw and jockey booking are concerns.
- 1st2LontriceZac Lloyd$1.60
- 2nd10Jade SunsetAlysha Collett$12.00
- 3rd4TormanzorMollie Fitzgerald$41.00
- 4th8All StarJean Van Overmeire$71.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Lontrice | 2 | Zac Lloyd | M, W & J Hawkes | 59kg | $1.60 |
| 2nd | 10 | Jade Sunset | 3 | Alysha Collett | T J Bartley | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Tormanzor | 6 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 8 | All Star | 8 | Jean Van Overmeire | Fabio Martino | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Demmo Dermy | 1 | Jay Ford | Edward Cummings | 59kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Iron Legend | 11 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Canjustify | 5 | Tyler Schiller | Richard Litt | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Almaaz | 7 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Propane | 10 | Ashley Morgan | Ms K Waugh | 56.5kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Miss Peony | 4 | Andrew Calder | P & M Cave | 54.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Wormington | 9 | Siena Grima | Ross McConville | 53kg |
Evergreen Turf (Bm72)
15:50 local1100mBenchmark 72$60,000
Winner2. MadrinaSP $5.50
★ Top pickWon
2Madrina
Her trainer has a solid first-up record, and she's proven at this distance with a win.
2nd pick2nd
10Dear Jewel
The inside barrier suits her on-pace style perfectly at Hawkesbury where forward position is crucial. Light weight and proven class make her a strong each-way chance.
3rd pick6th
11Triple Yes
The light weight and improving form trend are positives, but the wide barrier is a significant concern at this on-pace favoring track.
Value pick3rd
9Crimson Bonnet
The inside barrier is crucial at Hawkesbury and she has the early speed to utilize it.
- 1st2MadrinaAlysha Collett$5.50
- 2nd10Dear JewelAndrew Adkins$4.40
- 3rd9Crimson BonnetSiena Grima$14.00
- 4th4FiorenzaRachel King$2.90
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Madrina | 9 | Alysha Collett | N J Olive | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 10 | Dear Jewel | 3 | Andrew Adkins | Joseph Pride | 54kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 9 | Crimson Bonnet | 1 | Siena Grima | Ms S Grills | 51.5kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Fiorenza | 2 | Rachel King | David Pfieffer | 56.5kg | $2.90 |
| 5th | 6 | Campari Twist | 4 | Regan Bayliss | Patrick Cleave | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Triple Yes | 11 | Dylan Gibbons | Edward Cummings | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 1 | West Of Dalby | 7 | Mitch Stapleford | Matthew Dale | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Vinolass | 6 | Zac Lloyd | K Dryden & L Snowden | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Pretty Cheeky | 5 | Tyler Schiller | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Mountain Top | 8 | Ashley Morgan | D R Mirfin | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Doogan's Design | 10 | P J Facoory | 55kg |
Darren Pullman 10yr Memorial (Bm78)
16:25 local1300mBenchmark 78$60,000
Winner6. SpioneSP $3.20
★ Top pick4th
7Aligned
The Snowden/Sherry combination is strong, and dropping back from BM78 level suits. The gear change to visors first time could provide the edge needed.
2nd pickWon
6Spione
Spione brings strong first-up credentials and a good barrier draw that should see him settle in the crucial forward positions. The Hawkes stable preparation and his natural ability make him a serious threat despite the class rise.
3rd pick3rd
3Arriving Home
Despite the wide barrier, the class drop and proven distance form make her a strong each-way chance with the right run.
Value pick2nd
9Unstopabull
- 1st6SpioneTyler Schiller$3.20
- 2nd9UnstopabullSam Clipperton$8.50
- 3rd3Arriving HomeKerrin Mc Evoy$9.50
- 4th7AlignedTom Sherry$3.60
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Spione | 3 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 59kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 9 | Unstopabull | 2 | Sam Clipperton | C J Waller | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Arriving Home | 9 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Bjorn Baker | 60kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Aligned | 1 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 57.5kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 1 | Rotagilla | 6 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Sheeza Diva | 4 | Rachel King | M & D Kearney | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 11 | Alice Mae | 5 | Andrew Calder | Matthew Smith | 54kg | $201.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Peace Officer | 10 | Nash Rawiller | C E Conners | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Oceanfront | 8 | Dylan Gibbons | Nacim Dilmi | 59kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Luskaire | 11 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Sonofdec | 7 | Shannen Llewellyn | Jay Hopkins | 57kg |
Richmond Club (Bm72)
17:00 local1500mBenchmark 72$60,000
Winner11. Night AgentSP $1.45
★ Top pickWon
11Night Agent
The 3yo gelding has shown adaptability on soft tracks and his rapid improvement curve suggests he can handle this class rise. The inside barrier provides tactical advantage at this on-speed favoring track.
Value pick4th
12Bubbles Up
Bubbles Up offers value through elite connections and weight advantage. The Waterhouse/Bott stable excels with improving types, and Tim Clark's booking suggests confidence. Her maiden win showed ability, and the light weight could be decisive in a competitive handicap. The class rise is significant but her breeding and connections suggest untapped potential.
- 1st11Night AgentTom Sherry$1.45
- 2nd13SuperfabulisticRachel King$13.00
- 3rd2SacrifyMollie Fitzgerald$26.00
- 4th12Bubbles UpTim Clark$10.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Night Agent | 2 | Tom Sherry | K A Lees | 56kg | $1.45 |
| 2nd | 13 | Superfabulistic | 12 | Rachel King | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Sacrify | 6 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Bubbles Up | 4 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Stealthfire | 3 | Sam Clipperton | C J Waller | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Chokuto | 10 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Bella Khadijah | 5 | Jason Collett | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 8 | War Ribbon | 1 | Keagan Latham | David Payne | 57kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Crossbow | 13 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 58kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Strawberry Impact | 9 | Tommy Berry | Blake Ryan | 59kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Autumn Dream | 8 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Reflect | 11 | Chad Schofield | Joseph Pride | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Shangri La Impact | 7 | Zac Lloyd | Tom Charlton | 57kg |
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