★ Top pickWon
5Price Tag
The significant class drop to maiden level combined with proven 1000m form and strong connections makes her the standout despite the long spell.
Victoria · Friday 17 April 2026
Cranbourne tips and results
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Cranbourne. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won4/850%
Any tip won6/875%
Top pick placed7/888%
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Ladbrokes Big Bets Copy Now Mdn Plate
17:15 local1000mMaiden$45,000
Winner5. Price TagSP $1.65
2nd pick3rd
4Posh Diamante
Posh Diamante showed clear improvement when runner-up at Pakenham and brings proven soft track form.
3rd pick2nd
6Salaria
Salaria brings solid recent form with a competitive third at Bendigo and should improve second up. The McNeil booking and consistent placing record make her a genuine chance despite the wide draw.
Value pickScratched
9Torokawa
- 1st5Price TagDaniel Stackhouse$1.65
- 2nd6SalariaJye McNeil$4.60
- 3rd4Posh DiamanteLachlan Neindorf$5.50
- 4th1Faith In ZadarZac Spain$26.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Price Tag | 3 | Daniel Stackhouse | A & S Freedman | 57kg | $1.65 |
| 2nd | 6 | Salaria | 7 | Jye McNeil | Alexander Rae | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 4 | Posh Diamante | 4 | Lachlan Neindorf | P Stokes | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Faith In Zadar | 6 | Zac Spain | P Koumis | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Spirit Of Omaha | 8 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Lost The Plot | 1 | Shannon Roughan | 57kg | $31.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | French Intrigue | 5 | Jake Noonan | Logan McGill | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Terracotta Rose | 2 | Jett Stanley | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Torokawa | 9 | Lauren Burke | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 54kg |
Bunyip Equipment Mdn Plate
17:45 local1000mMaiden$45,000
Winner3. LogamSP $3.00
★ Top pickWon
3Logam
The inside barrier draw is crucial at Cranbourne where leaders and prominent runners dominate. Stackhouse has a perfect record with this trainer, and the horse appears fit and ready to break through.
2nd pick4th
2Jack The Judge
Jack The Judge gets the crucial rail barrier which is a significant advantage at Cranbourne. From the rail, he should settle prominently which suits the track bias perfectly.
3rd pickScratched
8Boa Vista
The significant drop to maiden level combined with second-up improvement patterns makes her a strong threat despite the wide barrier. Her Listed race placing demonstrates genuine ability above this level.
Value pickScratched
9Inner Thoughts
- 1st3LogamDaniel Stackhouse$3.00
- 2nd10Theatrical QueenJamie Mott$2.40
- 3rd4PeiriantJason Maskiell$8.00
- 4th2Jack The JudgeJye McNeil$3.90
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Logam | 3 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ms C Alderson | 59kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Theatrical Queen | 4 | Jamie Mott | R D Griffiths | 57kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 4 | Peiriant | 2 | Jason Maskiell | Simone Walker | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Jack The Judge | 1 | Jye McNeil | Logan McGill | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 5th | 7 | Forward Ho | 7 | Beau Mertens | J F Moloney | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Fantastic Fluke | 6 | Dylan Dean | Simone Walker | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Platino | 9 | Jett Stanley | Michael Hickmott | 59kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Regal Vanguard | 5 | Gemma Rielly | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Boa Vista | 8 | Lachlan Neindorf | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Inner Thoughts | 5 | Jake Noonan | Rachael Cunningham | 57kg |
Hertz Mdn Plate
18:15 local1300mMaiden$45,000
Winner8. Bella VeronaSP $1.75
★ Top pickWon
8Bella Verona
The Moloney/trainer combination strikes at 23% and tongue tie addition suggests readiness.
2nd pick6th
10Iftihar
Consistent placegetter showing clear improvement with tightening margins. Strong Cranbourne record and proven Mott/Sandhu combination provide confidence.
3rd pick3rd
11Playful As
Hayes-trained filly showing clear improvement from debut to placing. The Stackhouse/Hayes combination and good barrier provide tactical advantage.
Value pick2nd
3Foxsky
Lightly-raced gelding with clear improvement potential.
- 1st8Bella VeronaPatrick Moloney$1.75
- 2nd3FoxskyThomas Stockdale$7.00
- 3rd11Playful AsDaniel Stackhouse$11.00
- 4th1MywifeisnothereDylan Dean$14.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Bella Verona | 8 | Patrick Moloney | M M Laurie | 57kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 3 | Foxsky | 5 | Thomas Stockdale | Ms C Alderson | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Playful As | 2 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Mywifeisnothere | 3 | Dylan Dean | Simone Walker | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Stormriser | 11 | Emily Pozman | Aleks Komarovs | 55.5kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Iftihar | 7 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 7th | 2 | Nikephoros | 4 | Jason Maskiell | D M Noonan | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Hellica | 6 | Jackie Beriman | Gemma Rielly | 57kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Bluey's Girl | 1 | Bree Temple | Ms B Dunn | 53.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Mortal Peak | 9 | Adam Mc Cabe | S C Bottomley | 59kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Adira River | 10 | C Maher | 57kg |
Summerset Retirement Village Cranbourne North Mdn Plate
18:45 local1600mMaiden$45,000
Winner10. Temu TillySP $4.40
★ Top pick3rd
3Easy Red
Easy Red presents the strongest winning chance based on consistent recent form, posting consecutive thirds in quality maiden company. Despite being unproven on soft tracks, his form trajectory and distance suitability make him the logical choice.
2nd pickWon
10Temu Tilly
Temu Tilly offers strong each-way value with proven soft track ability and significant weight relief. Her recent second at Yarra Glen on soft going demonstrates current form, while the 54kg impost and apprentice claim provide tactical advantages. The proven soft track record makes her a logical threat despite lacking a career win.
3rd pick6th
8Olympia Fields
Olympia Fields brings strong credentials with a third at this exact track and distance last start. The Hayes stable's maiden expertise and her improving form trajectory suggest she's ready to break through. Her proven distance ability and track familiarity provide solid each-way appeal despite the extended break.
Value pick7th
6Equivaster
- 1st10Temu TillyNadia Daniels$4.40
- 2nd5Pari MoiLachlan Neindorf$7.50
- 3rd3Easy RedThomas Stockdale$2.80
- 4th2PareraZac Spain$12.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Temu Tilly | 5 | Nadia Daniels | M M Laurie | 54kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 5 | Pari Moi | 8 | Lachlan Neindorf | E Jusufovic | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Easy Red | 2 | Thomas Stockdale | J T Conlan | 59kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 2 | Parera | 1 | Zac Spain | M J Mehegan | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Pasifae | 10 | Daniel Stackhouse | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Olympia Fields | 3 | Jamie Mott | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 6 | Equivaster | 6 | Beau Mertens | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Flying Riches | 7 | Jason Maskiell | Rachael Cunningham | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Startling Moon | 9 | Rhys Mc Leod | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Paluca | 4 | Adam Mc Cabe | S C Bottomley | 59.5kg | $201.00 |
Core Protective Group (Bm62)
19:15 local1000mBenchmark 62$40,000
Winner2. Wolf Twenty OneSP $4.80
★ Top pick5th
3Viasain
Despite the wide barrier and soft track concerns, the consistent form and class edge make this the most reliable winning chance.
2nd pick4th
5Firerated
The inside barrier suits Cranbourne's on-pace bias, and McNeil's booking adds confidence.
3rd pick2nd
1Core Concept
Core Concept offers value as a proven soft track performer second up from spell. The class drop and good barrier position provide advantages, though the jockey booking and recent inconsistency are concerns. The horse's proven ability on today's conditions makes it a viable each-way chance.
Value pick6th
6Lake Gillear
- 1st2Wolf Twenty OneLachlan Neindorf$4.80
- 2nd1Core ConceptDylan Dean$7.50
- 3rd4AucklandJason Maskiell$31.00
- 4th5FireratedJye McNeil$3.10
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Wolf Twenty One | 7 | Lachlan Neindorf | Shane Jackson | 61.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | Core Concept | 2 | Dylan Dean | Michael Jones | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Auckland | 6 | Jason Maskiell | Simone Walker | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Firerated | 4 | Jye McNeil | Alexander Rae | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 5th | 3 | Viasain | 8 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 61kg | $2.40 |
| 6th | 6 | Lake Gillear | 3 | Nadia Daniels | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 56kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Intriguing State | 1 | Emily Pozman | Kasey Wilson | 56kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Affirmative Lad | 5 | Jake Noonan | J F Moloney | 57kg |
Community Bank Beaconsfield District (Bm62)
19:45 local1000mBenchmark 62$40,000
Winner1. Choir PointSP $1.55
★ Top pickWon
1Choir Point
Classy filly dropping significantly in grade with perfect first-up record. Strong form references and soft track expertise, but wide barrier and lengthy spell present challenges.
2nd pick2nd
6Meisho
Quality filly with strong first-up credentials dropping significantly in class. Inside barrier crucial advantage at Cranbourne, but lengthy spell and poor second-up record suggest this may be her only chance to fire.
3rd pickScratched
2Endless Forevers
Second-up specialist with perfect strike rate returning to winning form. Gear change and stable confidence suggest readiness to improve on promising first-up third.
Value pickScratched
7Superliv
Soft track concerns but recent form suggests she's ready to break through.
- 1st1Choir PointEmily Pozman$1.55
- 2nd6MeishoCaitlin Hollowood$3.90
- 3rd4She Daresthe DevilLiana Wood$6.50
- 4th5Maya's AceDaniel Stackhouse$11.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Choir Point | 7 | Emily Pozman | M M Laurie | 59kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 6 | Meisho | 1 | Caitlin Hollowood | T Busuttin & N Young | 56.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 4 | She Daresthe Devil | 2 | Liana Wood | Kasey Besanko | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Maya's Ace | 8 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Brazen Fling | 4 | Jake Noonan | David & Coral Feek | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Spirit Maker | 9 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Endless Forevers | 5 | Olivia East | Robert Hickmott | 58kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Excenia | 3 | Jett Stanley | T & C McEvoy | 60kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Superliv | 6 | Jamie Mott | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59.5kg |
VTR Medical Hcp (62)
20:15 local1200mRestricted 62$40,000
Winner1. Jewel BaySP $4.20
★ Top pick2nd
6Stellar Mofeed
Stellar Mofeed presents as the most reliable winning chance based on recent form and track conditions. Her second placing at Cranbourne 14 days ago demonstrates current fitness, while her soft track record (2-0-2) is superior to most rivals. The gear changes and quality jockey booking suggest stable confidence despite the wide draw.
2nd pickWon
1Jewel Bay
Jewel Bay's first-up statistics and barrier draw make him a serious threat despite fitness concerns. His track and distance record combined with the inside barrier provides significant tactical advantages at this on-speed track.
3rd pick4th
3Mandraki
Mandraki represents the quality stable angle with improvement expected second-up. The Hayes stable excels with young horses stepping up in grade, and Stackhouse's booking adds confidence. However, the wide barrier and soft track concerns are significant negatives at this venue.
Value pick8th
5Johnny Me Boy
Johnny Me Boy offers value based on his limited but promising record. The 160-day break is concerning, but his second-up win last preparation and good barrier draw provide hope.
- 1st1Jewel BayLachlan Neindorf$4.20
- 2nd6Stellar MofeedJake Noonan$4.80
- 3rd7Naughty SortThomas Stockdale$19.00
- 4th3MandrakiDaniel Stackhouse$4.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Jewel Bay | 1 | Lachlan Neindorf | Andrea Leek | 60kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 6 | Stellar Mofeed | 7 | Jake Noonan | K L Corstens | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 7 | Naughty Sort | 6 | Thomas Stockdale | Glen Thompson | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Mandraki | 9 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Jenni La Rock | 3 | Craig Newitt | Dominic Sutton | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Bluey Merchant | 5 | Rhys Mc Leod | D Meagher | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Dream Statement | 8 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Johnny Me Boy | 4 | Remi Tremsal | D Binaisse | 59kg | $4.20 |
| Scr | 4 | Mr Butt's Boats | 2 | Jett Stanley | N A Blackiston | 59.5kg |
Ros And Lee Take On Southside (Bm62)
20:45 local1400mBenchmark 62$40,000
Winner6. BeautifullySP $3.50
★ Top pick2nd
2Lady Sadler
Lady Sadler presents as the most reliable winning chance. Her last start victory at this track in similar company, combined with her excellent second-up record and significant class drop from Group level, makes her hard to beat. The middle barrier suits Cranbourne's bias perfectly.
2nd pick4th
11Written Story
Written Story offers excellent value based on her outstanding Cranbourne record. Having won her last start at this track and distance, she knows how to win here. The class rise is a concern but her track specialization and ideal draw make her a strong each-way chance.
3rd pick6th
8Queen Amanjena
The booking of in-form jockey Zac Spain is a positive, though her lack of soft track experience and poor Cranbourne record are concerns.
Value pickScratched
12Till Queen
- 1st6BeautifullyCaitlin Hollowood$3.50
- 2nd2Lady SadlerDakotah Keane$2.90
- 3rd1She's ImpeccableEmily Pozman$7.00
- 4th11Written StoryDaniel Stackhouse$13.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Beautifully | 10 | Caitlin Hollowood | T Busuttin & N Young | 56.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Lady Sadler | 7 | Dakotah Keane | C W McDonald | 59kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 1 | She's Impeccable | 1 | Emily Pozman | Shane Jackson | 61kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Written Story | 5 | Daniel Stackhouse | Clayton Douglas | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Jenni You Think | 6 | Lachlan Neindorf | C Maher | 60.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Queen Amanjena | 8 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Nile Crocodile | 2 | Nadia Daniels | Ms M Wells | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Thunder Hawk | 4 | Olivia East | Lucy Yeomans | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Catalona | 12 | Jye McNeil | Archie Alexander | 59kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Love Symbol | 11 | Beau Mertens | N A Blackiston | 60kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Sabeeria | 9 | Jamie Mott | C I Brown | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Till Queen | 3 | Thomas Stockdale | Archie Alexander | 58.5kg |
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