★ Top pickWon
8Miss Wildcat
The significant class drop suggests connections are targeting a breakthrough win.
New South Wales · Tuesday 14 April 2026
Ballina tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 6 races at Ballina. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won1/617%
Any tip won4/667%
Top pick placed3/650%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Hartleys Fresh Market Ballina Fair Mdn Plate
13:45 local1015mMaiden$27,000
Winner8. Miss WildcatSP $1.50
2nd pick2nd
7Commedia
The inside barrier is crucial at tight Ballina, while first-time blinkers and a successful trainer/jockey partnership add confidence.
3rd pickScratched
3Exo Murano
The Brandon Lerena booking suggests stable confidence, though the wide barrier presents challenges at this tight track. Limited exposure means upside potential if settling closer than expected.
Value pick4th
2Aerial Artist
The class drop is significant, and while the missing jockey booking is concerning, the recent trial win suggests he's ready to improve. Worth a small value play in a weak maiden field.
- 1st8Miss WildcatBoris Thornton$1.50
- 2nd7CommediaDanny Peisley$3.50
- 3rd4Mildura LadBrooke Ainsworth$10.00
- 4th2Aerial Artist$10.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Miss Wildcat | 4 | Boris Thornton | Marcus Wilson | 56.5kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Commedia | 1 | Danny Peisley | Peter G Sinclair | 56.5kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Mildura Lad | 5 | Brooke Ainsworth | H J Norman | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Aerial Artist | 6 | Adam Campton | 58.5kg | $10.00 | |
| 5th | 6 | Yes Kiss | 7 | Noriyuki Masuda | Stephanie Sixtus | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Mud 'n' Blood | 2 | Ben Looker | M J Lakey | 59kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Exo Murano | 8 | Brandon Lerena | Jordan Lee | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Thrill Seeker | 9 | K M Devine | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Pick Of The Bunch | 3 | Damien Boche | S Hardy | 56.5kg |
Lennox Hotel Country Boosted Hcp (C1)
14:25 local1015mClass 1$30,000
Winner2. Dance Gavin DanceSP $3.40
★ Top pick2nd
1Too Hot To Torque
Impressive maiden winner returning from long spell with gelding operation.
2nd pick8th
5Australasia
Recent form concerns are offset by proven ability at venue and significant class relief from metro racing.
3rd pickWon
2Dance Gavin Dance
Recent track and distance winner with good barrier draw. Heavy track win last start may not translate to today's Good 4 conditions, but proven venue form and tactical advantage from barrier make appealing.
Value pick6th
8No Ragrets
Track experience and tactical advantage from barrier 1 make this an each-way proposition despite modest overall record.
- 1st2Dance Gavin DanceDanny Peisley$3.40
- 2nd1Too Hot To TorqueAndrew Mallyon$1.85
- 3rd7BarronJake Bayliss$21.00
- 4th3Permission DeniedPoppie Gorton$81.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Dance Gavin Dance | 3 | Danny Peisley | Owen Glue | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 1 | Too Hot To Torque | 8 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 59kg | $1.85 |
| 3rd | 7 | Barron | 5 | Jake Bayliss | Ms S Pepper | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Permission Denied | 9 | Poppie Gorton | Wayne S Lawson | 53kg | $81.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Amoruso | 2 | Tahlia Fenlon | Aiden St Vincent | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 8 | No Ragrets | 1 | Chris Taylor | Carolyn Halliday | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Miss Waterline | 7 | Damien Boche | Jordan Lee | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Australasia | 6 | Kirk Matheson | Daniel Bowen | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Clan D'oro | 10 | Jon Grisedale | Ms V McLennan | 55kg | $201.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Rudimentary | 4 | Grace Palmer | Ms V McLennan | 52kg | $201.00 |
Douse Fire Protection (Bm82)
15:05 local1605mBenchmark 82$27,000
Winner5. Do It For YouSP $1.65
★ Top pick6th
1Resurrected
Resurrected stands out with a perfect record at Ballina over 1600m, winning his last start here by a narrow margin in heavy conditions. His strong wet track record (5 wins from 15 starts on soft/heavy) and proven ability at this class level make him the standout despite the wide barrier and top weight. The M.J. Dunn stable is in good form and Jett Newman has a solid 20% recent strike rate.
2nd pickWon
5Do It For You
3rd pick2nd
6Pressalong
The significant weight drop and strong recent form pattern make her a genuine chance despite the class rise. Her good track record and improving trajectory suggest she can handle the step up, though the lack of track/distance experience is a concern.
Value pick3rd
7Flying Bat
Flying Bat represents value as a first-up specialist with a significant weight advantage and inside barrier. His fresh record suggests he can improve sharply from his last run, and the 52kg weight allocation gives him a real chance in this field.
- 1st5Do It For YouLuke Rolls$1.65
- 2nd6PressalongDamien Boche$7.50
- 3rd7Flying BatAmelia Heinrich$17.00
- 4th2Master CopyAndrew Mallyon$8.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Do It For You | 2 | Luke Rolls | S B Lee | 55kg | $1.65 |
| 2nd | 6 | Pressalong | 5 | Damien Boche | S B Lee | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Flying Bat | 3 | Amelia Heinrich | Allan Chau | 52kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Master Copy | 7 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Archers Reign | 1 | Ben Looker | J A Gilmore | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Resurrected | 8 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 60kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 3 | Bean Foggy | 6 | Danny Peisley | D J Graham | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Daytona | 4 | Noriyuki Masuda | D S Smith | 55kg | $71.00 |
Paradise FM (Bm58)
15:40 local1015mBenchmark 58$27,000
Winner1. Geegee Jet BySP $4.20
★ Top pick4th
3Back On De Quo
Back On De Quo presents compelling first-up credentials with a perfect 3-from-4 record at this track and distance. The Luke Rolls partnership has been highly successful, and despite the extended spell, his fresh record suggests he can fire without a run.
2nd pick3rd
5Prestige Pak
The light weight and good draw enhance his chances significantly.
3rd pick2nd
4Critical Time
Critical Time brings solid second-up credentials and showed improvement last start with a close placing. The inside barrier is crucial at Ballina's tight circuit, and the Looker/Henley combination has been productive. While his overall record is modest, the race setup favours his on-pace style.
Value pick6th
6Kyogle Kid
Kyogle Kid offers value as a last-start winner who has proven effective at this venue. His heavy track victory last start demonstrates ability, and the significant weight relief could spark improvement.
- 1st1Geegee Jet ByGrady Spokes$4.20
- 2nd4Critical TimeBen Looker$7.00
- 3rd5Prestige PakOlivia Dalton$3.70
- 4th3Back On De QuoLuke Rolls$2.40
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Geegee Jet By | 4 | Grady Spokes | Nathan Sinclair | 61kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Critical Time | 2 | Ben Looker | Scott Henley | 61kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Prestige Pak | 3 | Olivia Dalton | Jordan Lee | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 3 | Back On De Quo | 5 | Luke Rolls | S B Lee | 61kg | $2.40 |
| 5th | 9 | Once A Lady | 6 | Jon Grisedale | Shane Everson | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Kyogle Kid | 8 | Bailie Baker | C J O'Reilly | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Hypothermia | 7 | Jodi Worley | J D Shelton | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Dusan | 10 | Samantha McGuren | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Coincide | 9 | B A Gentle | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Albion Square | 1 | Colleen Krahnen | B A Gentle | 53kg |
Frangipani Skin & Medispa Plate (C1)
16:15 local1915mClass 1$27,000
Winner5. O'caldinoSP $3.40
★ Top pick7th
10Headstrong
The wide barrier is concerning but his proven ability to settle and finish strongly should overcome this disadvantage in a weaker field.
2nd pickWon
5O'caldino
O'caldino offers strong each-way value with proven Ballina form and ideal barrier position. His recent consistency and track familiarity provide significant advantages, while the inside barrier allows tactical control on this tight circuit. The class rise is a concern but his distance suitability and local knowledge make him a genuine threat.
Value pick10th
8Wakadaisho
- 1st5O'caldinoGrady Spokes$3.40
- 2nd1Autumn HeirBenjamin Osmond$3.90
- 3rd4MontevecchioJaden Lloyd$11.00
- 4th11Quick ShotNoriyuki Masuda$19.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | O'caldino | 1 | Grady Spokes | Christos Zintilis | 57kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 1 | Autumn Heir | 4 | Benjamin Osmond | K A Lees | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 4 | Montevecchio | 2 | Jaden Lloyd | Vishan Venkaya | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Quick Shot | 10 | Noriyuki Masuda | Ms K Loy | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Linas Reel | 5 | Bella Youngberry | Tiffany Hardgrave | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Kiss'n Dance | 8 | Brandon Lerena | Fleur Henley | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Headstrong | 11 | Boris Thornton | Marcus Wilson | 57.5kg | $3.30 |
| 8th | 6 | Smelter | 3 | Damien Boutet | Nicole Luke | 59kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Star Anthem | 6 | Georgina Cartwright | M J Lakey | 59kg | $71.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Wakadaisho | 7 | Olivia Dalton | S B Lee | 57kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Flop Shot | 9 | Damien Thornton | G A Thornton | 57.5kg |
Ballina RSL (Bm58)
16:55 local1315mBenchmark 58$27,000
Winner11. AureateSP $16.00
★ Top pick2nd
1Cressbrook
Cressbrook brings the strongest recent form with a convincing win at Dalby last start. Despite the wide draw and top weight, his class edge and current form make him the most reliable winning chance.
2nd pick4th
8Moet At Midnight
Moet At Midnight brings solid recent form with a last-start win and benefits from the inside draw. His distance record is encouraging and the class rise appears manageable. The combination of form, barrier, and distance suitability makes him a strong each-way chance.
3rd pickScratched
3Maurraqa
Maurraqa's perfect record at this exact venue gives him strong claims despite limited experience. The Mallyon/Dunn combination is proven, and his first-up record suggests he can fire fresh. The class rise is concerning but his breeding and connections inspire confidence.
Value pick3rd
6Gaming
The weight drop and proven jockey/trainer combination add appeal.
- 1st11AureateGrace Palmer$16.00
- 2nd1CressbrookDanny Peisley$2.70
- 3rd6GamingJett Newman$8.00
- 4th8Moet At MidnightLuke Rolls$3.20
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Aureate | 10 | Grace Palmer | G N Nielsen | 53kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Cressbrook | 8 | Danny Peisley | M J Lakey | 63kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 6 | Gaming | 5 | Jett Newman | S J Bennett | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Moet At Midnight | 3 | Luke Rolls | T D Cowan | 57.5kg | $3.20 |
| 5th | 12 | Brutal Sue | 9 | Benjamin Osmond | Chris & Corey Munce | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Monte Outlander | 4 | Poppie Gorton | N Mayfield-Smith | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Ourlegseleven | 1 | Jake Bayliss | Ms S Pepper | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Onigiri | 2 | Kirk Matheson | D W Dwane | 60.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Sol Filia | 6 | Damien Boche | S B Lee | 57kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Custo | 7 | Colleen Krahnen | B A Gentle | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Maurraqa | 11 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 61kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Farnesina | 12 | Tahlia Fenlon | Chris & Corey Munce | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Brazen Sailor | 11 | L F Birchley | 56.5kg |
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