Recent trial form suggests he's ready to fire fresh, and the workable barrier allows tactical options. The value appears solid given his consistent placing record.
New South Wales · Sunday 12 April 2026
Wellington tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Wellington. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Western Truck Group Country Boosted Mdn Plate
Showed improvement last start with close second at Mornington on similar soft conditions. The gear change and second-up timing are positives, but the wide barrier is a significant concern at tight Wellington. Represents each-way value despite the draw.
The low barrier draw is crucial at tight Wellington, and winkers first time could provide the edge needed.
The class drop to maiden level and gear changes indicate stable confidence.
- 1st1HanumanBraith Nock$1.95
- 2nd5Head KahunaLuke Rolls$2.00
- 3rd10Raygun Rocks$20.00
- 4th3CorkyJordan Quince$17.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Hanuman | 6 | Braith Nock | M D Griffith | 59kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 5 | Head Kahuna | 3 | Luke Rolls | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 58.5kg | $2.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Raygun Rocks | 7 | C Lundholm | 56.5kg | $20.00 | |
| 4th | 3 | Corky | 2 | Jordan Quince | Brett Robb | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Life Statement | 1 | Kody Nestor | G J Watts | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Avignon | 4 | Ashleigh McCabe | Andrew Ryan | 57kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Harry | 5 | Brett Thompson | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Hard Choice | 7 | Brett Thompson | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Penciller | 4 | Brett Robb | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Marinera | 2 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 55kg |
LSS Locksmith & Security Solutions Showcase (Bm58)
Lagoon brings winning momentum from consecutive victories and benefits from an in-form jockey with strong Wellington credentials. The class rise is concerning but her progressive profile and light weight offer hope.
Green Run benefits from a significant class drop and proven Wellington form. The recent Dubbo win shows current fitness, though the soft track conditions and wide barrier present challenges for this experienced campaigner.
His proven soft track ability and consistent recent placings make him the most reliable winning chance despite the class rise.
The major class drop and inside barrier are positives, though first-up fitness after a long spell remains the key query.
- 1st4EgyptologistJake Pracey-Holmes$5.00
- 2nd9Take The ChanceKen Dunbar$4.20
- 3rd7PerunoDeep Shanker$8.00
- 4th3Jasper's WayKody Nestor$3.80
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Egyptologist | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Take The Chance | 2 | Ken Dunbar | M C Lynch | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 7 | Peruno | 1 | Deep Shanker | Michael Gatty | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Jasper's Way | 9 | Kody Nestor | M R Mulholland | 61kg | $3.80 |
| 5th | 10 | River Rogue | 5 | Braith Nock | Ms C Monaghan | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Pickaxe | 3 | Izzy Neale | Connie Greig | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Lagoon | 8 | Clayton Gallagher | Kylie Kennedy | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Bill Peyto | 4 | Leeshelle Small | Ms J Clement | 53.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Just On Fire | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 60kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Green Run | 10 | Jacob Stiff | Dar Lunn | 61kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Jason Darren | 9 | Gabrielle Johnston | John Bannister | 59.5kg |
Latitude Liquor Showcase Super Mdn Plate
Consistent mare in excellent recent form with four placings from her last five starts. Her 1400m record shows she's well-suited to today's distance, and she's proven on soft tracks. The recent close placings suggest she's ready to break through, though her inability to win remains a concern.
Lightly raced gelding showing clear improvement in his brief career. The inside barrier is crucial at Wellington's tight circuit, and the Seib/Nock combination has a strong 25% strike rate. His last start 5th at Wagga over 1400m on soft going shows he handles today's conditions, and the step up in distance should suit his running style.
His improvement through recent starts is evident, and the Singleton/Small combination has a solid 13% strike rate.
- 1st3StrassmanClayton Gallagher$12.00
- 2nd6Forwarding$18.00
- 3rd9Miss MaverickMikayla Weir$3.00
- 4th1LitlfelaIzzy Neale$8.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Strassman | 4 | Clayton Gallagher | Ms M Harrison | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Forwarding | 10 | Robert Lane | 58.5kg | $18.00 | |
| 3rd | 9 | Miss Maverick | 3 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 57kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Litlfela | 5 | Izzy Neale | Connie Greig | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 15 | Moon Dart | 6 | Brett Thompson | 58.5kg | $18.00 | |
| 6th | 13 | Castel Critic | 8 | Allan Kehoe | 56.5kg | $51.00 | |
| 7th | 10 | More Than Bubbles | 11 | Liam Blanch | Connie Greig | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Celeman Zor | 7 | Chad Lever | Bjorn Baker | 58.5kg | $2.60 |
| 9th | 8 | Cobocco | 1 | Deon Le Roux | Brett Thompson | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Reveillon | 2 | Deep Shanker | Michael Gatty | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 11th | 14 | Taxonomy | 9 | Jordan Quince | Connie Greig | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Pluck 'n' Spy | 12 | Ms M Harrison | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Any Questions | 4 | Leeshelle Small | S I Singleton | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Heroes'n'villains | 3 | Braith Nock | Danielle Seib | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Crismera | 12 | Brett Robb | 56.5kg |
Cleanpeak Energy Country Magic Showcase Hcp (C1)
Race To Arms presents the strongest winning chance despite being first up. The P.J. Nestor stable has him ready to fire fresh, and Kody Nestor's 50% strike rate with this horse adds confidence.
Chappolicious brings elite speed and proven track/distance form. The M.D. Griffith stable excels with first-up runners, and her natural speed should overcome the inside barrier disadvantage on this tight track.
Go Commando represents solid each-way value with the blinkers addition potentially unlocking improvement. His soft track form and recent close placing suggest he's ready to peak. The gear change and light weight provide the edge needed to be competitive in this field.
The Waterman offers exceptional value as a proven performer dropping sharply in class. While form is concerning, the class drop and second-up timing could see him outrun expectations significantly.
- 1st2Bounding BonKen Dunbar$15.00
- 2nd10JamacriJacob Stiff$8.50
- 3rd7ChappoliciousBraith Nock$2.00
- 4th12KawatiriShannen Llewellyn$31.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Bounding Bon | 3 | Ken Dunbar | M C Lynch | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Jamacri | 5 | Jacob Stiff | M R Mulholland | 53kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Chappolicious | 1 | Braith Nock | M D Griffith | 55.5kg | $2.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Kawatiri | 6 | Shannen Llewellyn | G A O'Brien | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Race To Arms | 2 | Kody Nestor | P J Nestor | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 6th | 3 | The Waterman | 4 | Luke Rolls | J A Sylvester | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Teepee Princess | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Chamber Of Secrets | 11 | Lyle Chandler | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Go Commando | 6 | Clayton Gallagher | Danielle Seib | 56kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Travelon Dory | 2 | N J Osborne | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Texas Open | 5 | A L McRae | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Shine Your Light | 8 | Cassandra Stummer | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Dusty Vermeer | 10 | Troy Mc Carney | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Think Pi | 1 | Troy O'Neile | 55kg |
K.F.C Colonel?s Comet Showcase (Bm66)
Bjorn Baker-trained gelding returns first up after winning maiden at Newcastle. Gear change removing cross-over nose band suggests stable believes horse is ready. Quality Capitalist breeding suits sprint distance despite wide draw concern.
Lightly-raced mare with perfect Wellington record and strong jockey partnership. Recent Class 1 win at Dubbo shows current form, though stepping up significantly in grade. Excellent place record and ideal barrier position for Wellington's leader-friendly track pattern make her a strong each-way chance.
Strong first up record and class advantage from previous higher-grade campaigns provide confidence despite lengthy spell and weight concerns.
Improving gelding with strong recent form including close second at Muswellbrook. Soft track ability and good barrier position suit Wellington conditions.
- 1st11Denman ForceJake Pracey-Holmes$7.00
- 2nd4DitterichClayton Gallagher$15.00
- 3rd10Bolo MissMathew Cahill$5.50
- 4th2Obsessive NatureJacob Stiff$16.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Denman Force | 2 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Ditterich | 8 | Clayton Gallagher | A D Bourke | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Bolo Miss | 5 | Mathew Cahill | M C Lynch | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Obsessive Nature | 3 | Jacob Stiff | Ms S Jeffries | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Hayek | 9 | Chad Lever | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 6th | 12 | Selhurst Park | 4 | Deep Shanker | Michael Gatty | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Cumboogle | 7 | Deon Le Roux | Brett Thompson | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Line Of Law | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Ran Na Lady | 1 | Izzy Neale | Cassandra Stummer | 57.5kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 1 | Not Written Off | 4 | Cameron Crockett | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Kantishna | 11 | Leeshelle Small | S I Singleton | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Sorrento Palace | 12 | Brett Thompson | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Echelon | 8 | Luke Rolls | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 57.5kg |
Peter Milling & Company ?Peter Milling Memorial? Wellington Showcase Cup
Perfumist brings the highest class to this race with Group and Listed form. Her soft track record is solid and she's proven at a higher level than most rivals.
Toes In The Water brings recent winning form and a strong soft track record to this contest. The Keatings partnership is consistent and the barrier position suits Wellington's layout. While facing a class rise, her recent form suggests she's capable of competing at this level.
The good barrier position and light weight are advantages, but his poor soft track record and recent disappointing run create risk.
- 1st1PerfumistLiberty Smyth$2.90
- 2nd14Green Run$26.00
- 3rd11InsteadBraith Nock$3.70
- 4th4Taipan LegendMikayla Weir$16.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Perfumist | 3 | Liberty Smyth | Bjorn Baker | 61kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 14 | Green Run | 5 | Dar Lunn | 54kg | $26.00 | |
| 3rd | 11 | Instead | 4 | Braith Nock | W T Wilkes | 54kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 4 | Taipan Legend | 2 | Mikayla Weir | Cameron Crockett | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Indifference | 1 | Luke Rolls | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Blue Guitar | 10 | Clayton Gallagher | P J Nestor | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Aimpoint | 6 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | M D Griffith | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Fiorsum Fred | 7 | Leeshelle Small | S I Singleton | 52.5kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Zouatica | 9 | Billy Owen | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 62kg | $5.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Cosmic Lad | 13 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Slinky | 12 | Chad Lever | Bjorn Baker | 54kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Associate | 12 | Danielle Seib | 54kg | ||
| 8 | Toes In The Water | 8 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Wealthy Investor | 9 | D Lane | 54kg |
Wellington Soldiers Memorial & Golf Club Wellington Boot Showcase
Hellenic Belle stands out as the most reliable winning chance having won her last start on a Soft 5 track at Muswellbrook. The drop from Group 3 to Open class provides a significant class relief, and the Nock/Archibald combination has a solid 14% strike rate.
I'm A Beaut brings an unbeaten record including a dominant 4-length victory at this exact 1100m distance. The Lever/Croft combination boasts an exceptional 45% strike rate, and barrier 1 provides tactical advantages at tight Wellington. While untested on soft tracks, her class and connections suggest she can handle the step up.
His close second at Canberra shows current form, but the extreme wide barrier at Wellington's tight circuit presents a major tactical challenge that may prove insurmountable.
- 1st7Hellenic BelleBraith Nock$4.00
- 2nd5Better Off AloneMathew Cahill$7.00
- 3rd1Bar JesterCoriah Keatings$3.70
- 4th15MaryvaleClayton Gallagher$91.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Hellenic Belle | 9 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Better Off Alone | 10 | Mathew Cahill | Bjorn Baker | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Bar Jester | 14 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 56kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 15 | Maryvale | 7 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 5th | 17 | Ponzi Scheme | 2 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Rubelin | 13 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 54kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Cosmic Jinks | 4 | Luke Rolls | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Mazort | 8 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 9 | I'm A Beaut | 1 | Chad Lever | T P Croft | 54kg | $3.10 |
| 10th | 4 | Words Of Fire | 6 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms R Dunn | 56kg | $201.00 |
| 11th | 14 | Tricia's Rainbow | 12 | Leeshelle Small | Troy O'Neile | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Hulaland | 5 | Mikayla Weir | Ms J Bowen | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 13th | 10 | Mary Bones | 11 | Serg Lisnyy | Ms J Bowen | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 14th | 16 | Gay Tarantella | 3 | Holly Williams | 54kg | $81.00 | |
| Scr | 3 | Raguel | 6 | T S Howlett | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Piratess | 16 | A L McRae | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Simply Sonnet | 14 | D Lane | 54kg |
Wellington Soldiers Memorial & Golf Club Wellington Town Plate Showcase Hcp
First up specialist with proven ability fresh. Won impressively last start at Inverell and has strong soft track credentials. The Cavanough stable excels with first-starters and the mare's tactical speed from barrier 5 suits Wellington's tight layout perfectly.
Quality mare with proven wet track ability and black-type experience. Despite wide barrier concerns, her class and soft track credentials make her a strong chance if she can overcome the draw disadvantage.
The soft track conditions are a concern given his poor wet track record, but his recent form and tactical advantages make him competitive.
- 1st2Chandon StarShannen Llewellyn$9.50
- 2nd4Pride To FollowMikayla Weir$2.50
- 3rd6CougarsCoriah Keatings$4.00
- 4th3HellcibellLuke Rolls$5.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Chandon Star | 4 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms J Clement | 55.5kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Pride To Follow | 9 | Mikayla Weir | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 55kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Cougars | 1 | Coriah Keatings | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Hellcibell | 5 | Luke Rolls | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Rivkin | 6 | Leeshelle Small | Lyle Chandler | 53.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Press Forward | 2 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 53.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Starros | 3 | Chad Lever | T P Croft | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Metallic Ruler | 7 | Clayton Gallagher | A D Bourke | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Cumnock | 8 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Saratoga Power | 10 | Nick Palmer | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 57kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Cumboogle | 12 | Brett Thompson | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | King Larry | 7 | W T Wilkes | 55kg |
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