Captain Love presents the strongest winning chance based on recent form improvement and significant class relief. Two placings from last three starts, including a close second in soft conditions, combined with dropping from Class 1 to Maiden level provides clear form advantage. The barrier draw suits Gawler's leader-friendly bias, and proven soft track ability is crucial today.
South Australia · Friday 24 April 2026
Gawler tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Gawler. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Gawler Arms Hotel Mdn Plate
Blabber Mouth offers strong each-way value as a second-up runner with proven stamina. Her close second over 2000m demonstrates the distance capability, while the weight drop to 55kg provides a significant advantage. The wide barrier is concerning at Gawler, but her staying ability and fitness edge make her a genuine threat.
The soft track conditions are unproven, but the class relief and distance suitability make him a viable each-way option.
- 1st6LillikinsBrooke King$8.00
- 2nd8Blabber MouthRochelle Milnes$2.60
- 3rd3The Punk RockerMatthew Chadwick$4.80
- 4th1Captain LoveJason Holder$3.10
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Lillikins | 3 | Brooke King | Dion & Raygan Koch | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Blabber Mouth | 8 | Rochelle Milnes | R & C Jolly | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | The Punk Rocker | 6 | Matthew Chadwick | Shane & Cassie Oxlade | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 1 | Captain Love | 5 | Jason Holder | Ms K Letts-Maund | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 5th | 7 | Miss Trombari | 1 | Stacey Metcalfe | Raharna McDonald | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Kohala | 7 | Sairyn Fawke | Kate Halliday | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Whiskey Warrior | 4 | Teagan Voorham | John Hyam | 58kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Kelorik | 2 | Jake Toeroek | S P Gower | 57kg |
Irongate Australia Mdn Plate
The Paul Carey-trained gelding has been consistent in placings and gets the services of in-form jockey Jason Holder. From barrier 3, he should settle handy and be hard to beat.
The barrier draw is a concern but his class edge is evident.
The step up to 1500m looks ideal for this Thronum gelding, though the wide barrier presents a significant challenge at this track.
The significant weight drop and good jockey booking suggest connections believe she can improve.
- 1st6Sir CastletonJason Holder$2.60
- 2nd1Elite ThunderJake Toeroek$2.50
- 3rd3Lunar VistaStacey Metcalfe$7.00
- 4th8Sweet KickConnor Murtagh$18.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Sir Castleton | 3 | Jason Holder | Paul Carey | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 1 | Elite Thunder | 6 | Jake Toeroek | R & C Jolly | 58kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Lunar Vista | 12 | Stacey Metcalfe | G Dimitropoulos | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Sweet Kick | 7 | Connor Murtagh | Chris Bieg | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Our Audio | 1 | Rochelle Milnes | John Hyam | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Motion Denied | 11 | Tala Hutchinson | Kylie Schulz | 53kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 12 | North West Star | 9 | Teagan Voorham | Sarah Rutten | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Little One | 8 | Andrew Stead | Jon O'Connor | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Love To Lie | 10 | S H Sit | Travis Doudle | 53kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Kumaru | 2 | Sairyn Fawke | Travis Doudle | 57kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | La Perentie | 5 | Dylan Caboche | John Hyam | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Copperflange | 4 | Todd Pannell | Michael Hickmott | 55kg |
Holdfast Insurance Brokers (Bm56)
Leliyn presents as the most logical winner despite stepping up from maiden grade. The soft track conditions suit, and his consistent form pattern suggests he can handle the class rise.
The gear change and class drop are positives, but the wide barrier is a significant concern at this track.
- 1st1EugeniusJemma Gutte$9.50
- 2nd7MaxildoJason Holder$10.00
- 3rd8SundoggMatthew Chadwick$9.50
- 4th2LeliynAlysha Warren$6.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Eugenius | 7 | Jemma Gutte | Michael McClean | 60kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Maxildo | 1 | Jason Holder | Jon O'Connor | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Sundogg | 2 | Matthew Chadwick | John Hyam | 55.5kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Leliyn | 4 | Alysha Warren | Luke O'Connor | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Big Mav | 5 | Connor Murtagh | Sarah Rutten | 59.5kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 4 | See Ya Later Baby | 9 | S H Sit | Travis Doudle | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 7th | 5 | Prancethrulife | 10 | Andrew Stead | Jon O'Connor | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Inner Sanctum | 6 | Margaret Collett | Danny Penna | 54kg | $201.00 |
| 9th | 9 | River Clyde | 8 | Rochelle Milnes | Brett Campbell | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Oak Park Rebel | 3 | Sophie Potter | Stephen Theodore | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
Kingsford Hotel Mdn Plate
Trade Game represents excellent value dropping significantly in class after a competitive third at Oakbank. The Jolly/Toeroek combination strikes at 12%, and barrier 2 provides ideal positioning for Gawler's leader-favouring track bias. Despite limited experience, the class drop and stable confidence make this the standout selection.
The close second at Oakbank demonstrates current ability, while previous soft track success suits today's conditions. Despite the wide barrier concern, the class drop and proven form make this a strong each-way proposition.
Mystrix showed competitive ability with a close third last start and benefits from the class drop. Jackson Murphy's strong recent form (20% strike rate) adds confidence, though the wide barrier presents a significant challenge at this leader-biased track.
Just Comet offers value based on a competitive debut third in soft conditions. The light weight and soft track form provide positives, though the wide barrier and limited experience present challenges.
- 1st6WoodstockMatthew Chadwick$3.50
- 2nd7EmotiveConnor Murtagh$7.00
- 3rd9AliandraTaylor Johnstone$10.00
- 4th12OverboardDylan Caboche$61.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Woodstock | 3 | Matthew Chadwick | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 55kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Emotive | 8 | Connor Murtagh | Ms E Hubbard | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Aliandra | 7 | Taylor Johnstone | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Overboard | 1 | Dylan Caboche | Ms E Hubbard | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Just Comet | 9 | Brooke King | Shayne & Chelsea Cahill | 53.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Blazing Red | 4 | Dominic Tourneur | Gary & Dean Alexander | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Supreme Valkyrie | 5 | Kayla Crowther | M J Seyers | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Initially | 10 | Teagan Voorham | Brent Hull | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Mystrix | 11 | Jackson Murphy | Stephen Theodore | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Merchant Of Greece | 6 | Margaret Collett | Danny Penna | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Sir Monica | 12 | Todd Pannell | Kristi Evans | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 5 | Trade Game | 2 | Jake Toeroek | R & C Jolly | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Lady Biv | 13 | Emily Finnegan | Bob Richard | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Charlie Diva | 14 | Sairyn Fawke | T Kaesler | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Magna Torino | 15 | Rochelle Milnes | S G Padman | 56kg |
Sportsbet More Places (Bm56)
Liselle's Luck presents the strongest winning chance based on recent form and suitability. Her second placing at Morphettville Parks in Restricted 64 company represents solid form for this grade, and she's proven effective on soft tracks with 2 wins from 7 starts.
Nadege brings strong credentials as a last-start winner with an excellent record at 1200m. The barrier 8 draw is concerning at Gawler where inside barriers dominate, but her class and distance suitability make her a genuine threat.
Artissi showed her ability with a narrow win at Balaklava but disappointed last start with a 7th placing. The strong combination with Sophie Potter (25% strike rate together) is encouraging, and her excellent distance record suggests she can be competitive. However, the wide barrier and inconsistent recent form are concerns.
Whoops A Daisy offers value as a second-up runner with a good record in that position.
- 1st4ArtissiSophie Potter$8.50
- 2nd11Just A JewelHarry Grace$17.00
- 3rd1IrrefutablyCaitlyn Munro$15.00
- 4th6Southern MonarchKayla Crowther$15.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Artissi | 9 | Sophie Potter | Ms N Irwin | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Just A Jewel | 4 | Harry Grace | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Irrefutably | 5 | Caitlyn Munro | R & C Jolly | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Southern Monarch | 2 | Kayla Crowther | Will Clarken | 61kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Poetic Whisper | 1 | Connor Murtagh | Garret Lynch | 61kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Liselle's Luck | 6 | Margaret Collett | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 60.5kg | $3.30 |
| 7th | 13 | Whoops A Daisy | 10 | Dominic Tourneur | Kristi Evans | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 3 | Nadege | 8 | S H Sit | M J Seyers | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Fiabesca | 11 | Rochelle Milnes | D B Aldridge | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 10th | 12 | Gumeracha Cracker | 13 | Emily Finnegan | Bob Richard | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Darlinc | 3 | Kayla Crowther | Will Clarken | 60.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Lady Memphis | 7 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Los Alamoss | 12 | Andrew Stead | Scott Whittle | 59kg |
LJ Hooker Property Specialists/ Gawler & Barossa Hcp (56)
Morlaix presents the strongest winning chance based on proven track form and recent consistency. Her Gawler record (1-1-0 from 5 starts) and soft track experience align perfectly with today's conditions.
His two narrow seconds in last three starts, combined with proven soft track ability, make him a strong threat.
The wide barrier is concerning, but his class and current form suggest he can overcome positional disadvantages.
Flyway offers significant value despite the wide barrier. His exceptional soft track record (5-4-0 from 23 starts) and proven Gawler form (3-2-0 from 11 starts) suggest strong suitability. The recent trial win indicates fitness, and while the barrier is concerning, his track specialization makes him worth a value play.
- 1st6CauseweluvadelaideTeagan Voorham$10.00
- 2nd1Sir PanamaSairyn Fawke$5.50
- 3rd7Mr TrafficantiTala Hutchinson$17.00
- 4th11Born To ShineDominic Tourneur$21.00
Full result · 15 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Causeweluvadelaide | 10 | Teagan Voorham | Sarah Rutten | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Sir Panama | 6 | Sairyn Fawke | Christopher Harrison | 60kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Mr Trafficanti | 14 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Born To Shine | 4 | Dominic Tourneur | A B Beswick | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Flyway | 15 | Jake Toeroek | Chris Bieg | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Muffla | 2 | Todd Pannell | Michael McClean | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 5 | All Shot | 11 | S H Sit | Jon O'Connor | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Scandalist | 3 | Kayla Crowther | M J Seyers | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Tembu Boy | 9 | Emily Finnegan | Glenn Dix | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Sacred Chord | 8 | Connor Murtagh | Garret Lynch | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Empress Of Soul | 16 | Alysha Warren | Gary Boyce | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 12th | 3 | Utah | 7 | Jackson Murphy | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 13th | 16 | Little Outlaw | 12 | Harry Grace | S & J Jaensch | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 15 | Prancing Countess | 5 | Jemma Gutte | Chris Bieg | 50kg | $41.00 |
| 10 | Morlaix | 1 | Rochelle Milnes | S G Padman | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Limbering | 13 | Raharna McDonald | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Six Stars | 13 | Dylan Caboche | Alexander Justice | 54.5kg |
Contract Engineering (Bm62)
Stokomo presents as the most reliable winning chance despite the wide draw. His recent Balaklava victory demonstrated his current form peak, and his soft track record (1-2-1 from 5 starts) suits today's Soft 5 conditions. While the barrier and weight are concerns, his consistent form pattern and proven track record make him the standout selection.
Joviale's perfect record at this track and distance cannot be ignored, having won here over 1508m in February. The Milnes/Padman combination is in good form, and his recent wins at Strathalbyn demonstrate current ability. However, his poor soft track record and the wide barrier present significant challenges. The class rise from recent wins is also a concern, but his proven staying ability gives him a strong chance if he can overcome the track condition query.
Her consistent placing ability and proven distance range make her a solid each-way chance. However, the combination of poor soft track form and the widest barrier draw creates significant obstacles.
His recent Port Lincoln form shows improvement, and Jason Holder's excellent recent strike rate adds confidence.
- 1st10In That ModeJackson Murphy$9.00
- 2nd4Wine BarronTodd Pannell$10.00
- 3rd2Brave StarJacob Opperman$5.00
- 4th5PhineasCampbell Rawiller$5.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | In That Mode | 2 | Jackson Murphy | Luke O'Connor | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Wine Barron | 7 | Todd Pannell | Michael Hickmott | 62kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Brave Star | 1 | Jacob Opperman | P Stokes | 62.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Phineas | 4 | Campbell Rawiller | Chris Bieg | 61.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Sir Randolph | 3 | Alysha Warren | A J Clarken | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 8 | The Wirrulla Boy | 5 | Jason Holder | Byron J Cozamanis | 58.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Stokomo | 10 | Jemma Gutte | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Toorak Blaze | 9 | Sophie Potter | Brent Hull | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Joviale | 12 | Rochelle Milnes | S G Padman | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 3 | Flashing Steel | 6 | Connor Murtagh | Ms K Byrnes | 62kg | $18.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Mrs Secombe | 13 | Jake Toeroek | Chris Bieg | 58kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Dunreal | 14 | Taylor Johnstone | M J Seyers | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Kikkuli | 8 | Kayla Crowther | Will Clarken | 57kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Peta's Heart | 15 | Kayla Crowther | Will Clarken | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Divine Fire | 11 | Harry Grace | Stephen Theodore | 55.5kg |
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