The inside barrier suits Bowen's tight layout, and her soft track record provides confidence on today's Soft 5 surface.
Queensland · Saturday 11 April 2026
Bowen tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 5 races at Bowen. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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James'' Laser Services Mdn Plate
The significant class drop and proven soft track ability are major positives. While the wide barrier and top weight present challenges, the horse's upward trajectory and jockey's recent form make this a solid each-way proposition.
Streamelot's rail barrier provides a significant tactical advantage at Bowen's tight circuit. The rail draw makes this a speculative chance in a weak maiden field.
- 1st5She's Got LyricsChris Whiteley$2.00
- 2nd1Stellar LegendAdam Sewell$4.80
- 3rd3AranciaTasha Chambers$10.00
- 4th6StreamelotChelsea Jokic$8.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | She's Got Lyrics | 2 | Chris Whiteley | Jade Doolan | 57.5kg | $2.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Stellar Legend | 5 | Adam Sewell | Lachie Manzelmann | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 3 | Arancia | 6 | Tasha Chambers | D K Amos | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Streamelot | 1 | Chelsea Jokic | D K Amos | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Zemoreya | 4 | Jaimee Lee Devine | T Button | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Missin' De Quo | 3 | Wanderson D'Avila | Kayla Russell | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
Filby''s Motors (Bm50)
The barrier draw suits Bowen's tight configuration and the grade drop should help. Recent 4th at Cairns was encouraging despite heavy conditions, and the good track today should be more suitable than recent heavy going.
Adam Sewell's excellent recent form (25% strike rate) is a major positive, and the drop from Open/BM55 company to BM50 provides genuine class relief. Barrier 3 allows tactical options on Bowen's tight track.
Improving maiden who ran a strong second last start at Cairns. The form trend is upward and the barrier draw provides tactical advantage at Bowen.
The gear change removing winkers could spark improvement, and there's significant class relief.
- 1st1Silver CityChris Whiteley$4.00
- 2nd2War CouncilTasha Chambers$3.00
- 3rd5Ginger MickIvo Fry$18.00
- 4th3Remlap KavaAdam Sewell$3.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Silver City | 2 | Chris Whiteley | Megan Purvis | 63kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | War Council | 6 | Tasha Chambers | S J Royes | 61kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Ginger Mick | 5 | Ivo Fry | Graham R Hughes | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Remlap Kava | 3 | Adam Sewell | Lachie Manzelmann | 59.5kg | $3.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Goncalo | 1 | Wanderson D'Avila | Ms M Preston | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 6 | King Canute | 4 | Chelsea Jokic | R A Schluenz | 57kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Fools Play | 6 | S J Royes | 59kg |
Broucek Heavy Diesel (Bm50)
The inside barrier suits Bowen's tight layout, and she's second up from a spell where she previously placed. While her overall record is modest, the class relief and tactical advantage from barrier 3 provide strong winning chances.
Redlights On presents strong each-way value with the crucial barrier 1 advantage at speed-favouring Bowen. While carrying top weight and rising in class, the tactical advantage from the rail and proven jockey partnership make this a solid place chance with upset potential.
Our Missile offers place value despite the wide barrier. Sewell's strong recent form and the horse's excellent second up record (50% strike rate) provide confidence. The recent Emerald placing in similar class and proven distance ability make this a genuine place chance, though the barrier draw limits winning prospects on Bowen's tight circuit.
The significant class drop combined with his proven Bowen record (20% win rate at track) creates an overlay opportunity. Recent form shows signs of improvement, and the weight relief helps.
- 1st5Our MissileAdam Sewell$4.40
- 2nd2Redlights OnChris Whiteley$3.10
- 3rd8The Kobay TrainChelsea Jokic$2.80
- 4th6ChalkleyWanderson D'Avila$6.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Our Missile | 8 | Adam Sewell | Lachie Manzelmann | 61kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 2 | Redlights On | 1 | Chris Whiteley | Stephen Bush | 62.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 8 | The Kobay Train | 3 | Chelsea Jokic | Joshua Manzelmann | 59kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 6 | Chalkley | 7 | Wanderson D'Avila | David Micallef | 60kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Mishani Perfection | 6 | Jaimee Lee Devine | Kayla Russell | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Yorokobi | 2 | Adam Spinks | Lachie Manzelmann | 61.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Silver City | 5 | Ivo Fry | Megan Purvis | 63kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Dubawi's Girl | 4 | Joshua Manzelmann | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Egzakly | 5 | Kayla Russell | 57kg |
Sportsbet Bowen Mothers Day Raceday Hcp
Second-up record (25% strike rate) and proven 1000m ability make him the logical choice despite the class rise.
Snitzaroo's perfect Bowen record at 1000m (2-0-0) makes him a compelling chance despite first-up concerns. The Whiteley/Bush combination adds confidence, though the 172-day break remains a concern.
His Open class wins demonstrate ability, and the 113-day break should have him fresh. However, the 61.5kg impost and Devine's poor recent form (10% strike rate) create doubt about his chances.
Despite poor first-up statistics, his track specialization and recent Cooktown win suggest he can overcome the fitness question.
- 1st7RaetihiAdam Sewell$14.00
- 2nd3Under The LimitTasha Chambers$6.50
- 3rd5Midas StarIvo Fry$4.40
- 4th8SnitzarooChris Whiteley$5.50
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Raetihi | 8 | Adam Sewell | Lachie Manzelmann | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Under The Limit | 5 | Tasha Chambers | T Button | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Midas Star | 2 | Ivo Fry | Stephen Bush | 55kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 8 | Snitzaroo | 4 | Chris Whiteley | Stephen Bush | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Booming Lad | 1 | Adam Spinks | Tracy Simmons | 59.5kg | $3.80 |
| Scr | 1 | Hellish | 3 | Jaimee Lee Devine | T Button | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Your Too Good | 7 | Jade Doolan | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Medal | 6 | Wanderson D'Avila | Stephen Bush | 55kg |
McDowall''s Panel Works Plate (C3)
The inside barrier draw is crucial at this tight track, and the significant weight drop to 57kg enhances her chances despite the extended spell.
The wide barrier is concerning at Bowen, but his proven ability to win at this distance and the significant class drop make him a serious threat.
Red Hot Lizzie represents excellent each-way value with her significant class drop and ideal barrier position. Despite poor recent form, she's been racing in much stronger company and the drop to Class 3 level should see marked improvement. The inside barrier is crucial at Bowen, and Sewell's current form adds confidence.
- 1st9Red Hot LizzieAdam Sewell$6.50
- 2nd3Office PoliticsAdam Spinks$10.00
- 3rd5CapicellaChris Whiteley$9.00
- 4th2Remember RoyTasha Chambers$5.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Red Hot Lizzie | 2 | Adam Sewell | Lachie Manzelmann | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Office Politics | 7 | Adam Spinks | Tracy Simmons | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Capicella | 1 | Chris Whiteley | Stephen Bush | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Remember Roy | 9 | Tasha Chambers | Belynda Kliese | 61kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Pro Forma | 6 | Ivo Fry | T Button | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Better Not Forget | 8 | Kris Thomas | 58kg | $11.00 | |
| 7th | 6 | Madam Borodina | 5 | Jaimee Lee Devine | T Button | 57kg | $4.20 |
| Scr | 1 | Nolan | 3 | Wanderson D'Avila | S J Royes | 61kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Secret Boom | 4 | Lachie Manzelmann | 58kg |
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