The improving 3YO has shown consistent progression and maps well from barrier 8.
South Australia · Sunday 26 April 2026
Port Augusta tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Port Augusta. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Milhinch Hourglass Jewellers Mdn Plate
Foxy Gisella represents the main threat with a significant class drop from metro racing. Her fourth placing at this track last start was encouraging, and the inside barrier should help her settle well. The lightly raced filly has scope for improvement.
It's A Solid Deel brings consistent form with recent placings and a solid record at similar tracks. The gear change removing visors could provide the edge needed to finally break through, though the wide barrier is a concern.
Nouveau Marche offers value based on his strong track record at Port Augusta where he has a second and third.
- 1st6Johnny The JetAlyssa Webb$1.95
- 2nd3It's A Solid DeelAshvin Goindasamy$5.50
- 3rd5Nouveau MarcheDylan Caboche$13.00
- 4th2GenreStacey Metcalfe$10.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Johnny The Jet | 8 | Alyssa Webb | Larry McMahon | 55kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 3 | It's A Solid Deel | 6 | Ashvin Goindasamy | Brian Lear | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Nouveau Marche | 1 | Dylan Caboche | Jason Allen | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Genre | 5 | Stacey Metcalfe | Larry McMahon | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Foxy Gisella | 2 | Lauren Stojakovic | Travis Doudle | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Macspark | 4 | Shuichi Terachi | Jason Allen | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Bandicoot | 3 | Sairyn Fawke | Trent & Laura Allen | 58kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Qatar | 7 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 55.5kg |
Magic 1059 Mdn Hcp
Inside barrier draw (6) provides advantage on a track favouring barriers 1-6. Despite being winless, the consistent placing record and favourable conditions make this the most reliable selection.
Experienced mare who ran second at this track two weeks ago, showing she handles the conditions well. Strong local record and proven at the distance. Wide barrier is a concern but her familiarity with the track and recent form make her a genuine threat for the minor placings.
The significant class drop and light weight provide advantages, but the long spell and wide barrier are concerns.
Lightly raced mare showing signs of improvement with recent second at Broken Hill. The inside barrier draw provides a significant advantage on this track, and the class drop should suit.
- 1st3GingermacS H Sit$10.00
- 2nd2ConjoinStacey Metcalfe$26.00
- 3rd9First FeelingMargaret Collett$20.00
- 4th8Social DancerAlyssa Webb$12.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Gingermac | 3 | S H Sit | D J McMahon | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Conjoin | 8 | Stacey Metcalfe | Larry McMahon | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | First Feeling | 9 | Margaret Collett | Ms S Ratsch | 54.5kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Social Dancer | 12 | Alyssa Webb | Christopher Harrison | 53kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Tiddy Widdy | 6 | Ashvin Goindasamy | Garret Lynch | 56.5kg | $2.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Dragon Fish | 4 | Jemma Gutte | J Dunn & K Bishop | 51.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Toast For Becky | 5 | Wesley Cave | Ms S Ratsch | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Gerace | 1 | Lauren Stojakovic | Trent & Laura Allen | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Allroundgoodguy | 7 | Sairyn Fawke | Trent & Laura Allen | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Empress Jupiter | 11 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 52.5kg | $7.50 |
| 11th | 7 | Unclothed | 10 | Shuichi Terachi | J Dunn & K Bishop | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Neverends | 13 | Ashlee Stone | W A Bogarts | 52kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Ashreign | 2 | Waylon Hornhardt | 55kg |
Davenport Builders (Bm56)
Star Casino presents as the standout selection with a perfect record at this track and distance (2:2-0-0). The weight and barrier are concerns but the class drop and proven course specialist credentials outweigh negatives.
Hard Leaf offers value as the second pick with a recent win and class drop working in his favour. The heavy track victory demonstrates adaptability and the consistent placing record suggests reliability. Top weight is a concern but the class drop should offset this disadvantage.
Explicable represents solid each-way value with the proven Hutchinson/Lynch combination and recent consistent form. The barrier draw suits and recent win shows current ability. While not spectacular, offers reliable placing chances in this grade.
Poor last start here is concerning but the class relief and distance suitability make this an overlay opportunity.
- 1st3ExplicableTala Hutchinson$4.80
- 2nd2Star CasinoS H Sit$2.50
- 3rd8Fox DunnettAshvin Goindasamy$10.00
- 4th4Hard LeafSairyn Fawke$2.70
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Explicable | 3 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Star Casino | 6 | S H Sit | Travis Doudle | 59kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Fox Dunnett | 8 | Ashvin Goindasamy | Garret Lynch | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Hard Leaf | 7 | Sairyn Fawke | Stephen Theodore | 60kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 1 | The Last Dance | 4 | Jemma Gutte | Garret Lynch | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Strasbeau | 5 | Dylan Caboche | Jason Allen | 55.5kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Toretto | 1 | Lauren Stojakovic | Trent & Laura Allen | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Lumber Dream | 2 | Stacey Metcalfe | Garret Lynch | 59.5kg |
Travellers Rest Hotel (Bm62)
The inside barrier suits her racing pattern and recent country win indicates she's found form. The significant class drop from Restricted/Open company provides the key edge.
Lightly raced gelding who ran a strong second last start at this track over the same distance. The class rise is a concern but his recent form suggests he's ready to step up.
Last start winner at this exact track and distance, showing strong recent form with 3 wins from 5 starts. The mare has proven she can handle BM62 level and the Hutchinson/Lynch combination is effective. Despite the wide draw and weight rise, her winning form and track familiarity make her the standout.
Experienced campaigner with proven class who ran well last start at this track.
- 1st4FootprintsWesley Cave$2.35
- 2nd2GusmaoSairyn Fawke$3.30
- 3rd3Sea RoadsAlyssa Webb$3.70
- 4th10Lady TucanJemma Gutte$51.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Footprints | 2 | Wesley Cave | T L Day | 58kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 2 | Gusmao | 9 | Sairyn Fawke | Kylie McKerlie | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 3 | Sea Roads | 3 | Alyssa Webb | Christopher Harrison | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 10 | Lady Tucan | 7 | Jemma Gutte | Danny Penna | 50kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 8 | The Streaker | 1 | Shuichi Terachi | Jason Allen | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Shinohara | 6 | Ashvin Goindasamy | Brian Lear | 54kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Castlecomer | 10 | Margaret Collett | D B Bonetti | 54kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Holder Maid | 8 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Poetic Whisper | 4 | Stacey Metcalfe | Garret Lynch | 57kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Belle From Hell | 5 | Alyssa Webb | Garret Lynch | 54kg |
Augusta Motor Co Home Of The MG Hcp (54)
The inside barrier draw suits the track bias favouring positions 1-6, and recent form shows consistent competitiveness with a close second at Streaky Bay.
Augusta Rock brings exceptional course and distance credentials with 9 wins at Port Augusta and 7 wins at this distance. The class drop and inside barrier are significant positives, while Campbell Rawiller's booking suggests stable confidence. Despite recent poor form, the track specialisation and favourable conditions make this a strong winning chance.
The light weight and trainer-jockey combination are positives, but the poor overall strike rate and lack of distance wins are concerning.
The recent seconds at Hillston and Broken Hill show current competitive form, and Margaret Collett knows the horse well.
- 1st10Ti Tree RoyalAlyssa Webb$13.00
- 2nd3ExonumiaMargaret Collett$7.50
- 3rd1Augusta RockCampbell Rawiller$3.70
- 4th11Reigning StarShuichi Terachi$31.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Ti Tree Royal | 4 | Alyssa Webb | Garret Lynch | 53.5kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Exonumia | 7 | Margaret Collett | Kim Talent | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Augusta Rock | 2 | Campbell Rawiller | Kate Halliday | 60kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 11 | Reigning Star | 1 | Shuichi Terachi | T L Day | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Notmeanttobe | 5 | Sairyn Fawke | Waylon Hornhardt | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Melodia Legend | 11 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Belle Inferno | 6 | Sophie Potter | B J Davis | 55.5kg | $3.80 |
| 8th | 4 | Elegant Man | 8 | Ashlee Stone | T R Montgomerie | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Royalz | 13 | Jemma Gutte | T R Montgomerie | 50kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 8 | My Crackling | 3 | Lauren Stojakovic | B J Jones | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Oh Georgia | 12 | S H Sit | M L Mychajlin | 52kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Hot Off | 9 | Wesley Cave | Ms S Ratsch | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Hamilton Brown | 10 | Stacey Metcalfe | Garret Lynch | 57.5kg |
Pink Roadhouse (Bm58)
Lady Memphis won her last start at this track over the same distance and drops 1kg. The strong jockey/trainer combination and inside barrier provide significant advantages on a track that favours leaders from inside draws. Despite stepping up in class, her proven ability at the venue makes her the standout selection.
Uncle Barry brings excellent recent form including a narrow second at this track last start. However, the significant step up in grade and limited 1200m experience create some doubt.
Olive Baguette has a strong distance record and won impressively two starts back. The inside barrier and proven 1200m ability are positives, but the poor last start and jockey's lack of success at the track are concerning factors.
Lava Lad represents value with the significant class drop and ideal barrier draw.
- 1st7BjarneLauren Stojakovic$26.00
- 2nd5Uncle BarrySophie Potter$3.30
- 3rd2Lava LadS H Sit$15.00
- 4th13Inner SanctumWesley Cave$151.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Bjarne | 8 | Lauren Stojakovic | B J Jones | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Uncle Barry | 6 | Sophie Potter | Travis Doudle | 58.5kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 2 | Lava Lad | 1 | S H Sit | Kristy Oyarzun | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Inner Sanctum | 7 | Wesley Cave | Danny Penna | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Raymond's Reward | 5 | Sairyn Fawke | T R Montgomerie | 60.5kg | $3.70 |
| 6th | 9 | Love So Sweet | 4 | Jemma Gutte | Trent & Laura Allen | 53kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Avanzo | 12 | Margaret Collett | Danny Penna | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Duck Duck Duck | 13 | Dylan Caboche | Jason Allen | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Lady Memphis | 2 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 57kg | $3.50 |
| 10th | 12 | Hateschoolconcerts | 9 | Ashlee Stone | B J Davis | 50kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Olive Baguette | 3 | Stacey Metcalfe | Garret Lynch | 61.5kg | $8.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Utilitarian | 11 | Campbell Rawiller | Trent & Laura Allen | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Rideau | 10 | Alyssa Webb | Garret Lynch | 63.5kg |
Progress Rail Hcp (54)
Last start winner at this track with perfect record at the distance. The 6kg weight drop from her last win provides additional confidence.
Proven track specialist returning first up with strong historical record at Port Augusta. The inside barrier and quality jockey booking suggest stable confidence despite the lengthy spell.
The neutral barrier position and proven class level make him a solid each-way chance despite distance concerns.
- 1st2ShikanicCampbell Rawiller$5.50
- 2nd10Super Sunny SeeyaAlyssa Webb$6.50
- 3rd7LakehurstSophie Potter$6.00
- 4th8SamanthJemma Gutte$6.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Shikanic | 3 | Campbell Rawiller | Peter Nolan | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 10 | Super Sunny Seeya | 12 | Alyssa Webb | Christopher Harrison | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Lakehurst | 6 | Sophie Potter | Kate Halliday | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Samanth | 15 | Jemma Gutte | T R Montgomerie | 54kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 4 | The Last Stand | 13 | Shuichi Terachi | Jason Allen | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Wandering Eye | 9 | S H Sit | Christopher Harrison | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Sun Flipper | 16 | Sairyn Fawke | R Daniel & T Stanbury | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Hedged Your Bets | 8 | Wesley Cave | T L Day | 60kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Lightly Sparkled | 14 | Stacey Metcalfe | Garret Lynch | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Eastside Diamond | 11 | Ashvin Goindasamy | Mark Moosha | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Sumadartson | 1 | Dylan Caboche | Mark Moosha | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Wadaana | 7 | Lauren Stojakovic | Trent & Laura Allen | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 13 | My Truth | 10 | Margaret Collett | Kim Talent | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Archdeacon | 5 | Tala Hutchinson | Garret Lynch | 55kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Agressive Bee | 4 | D B Bonetti | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Sengoki | 2 | Danny Penna | 54.5kg |
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