★ Top pick4th
1Ardakan
Maher stable class drop, Pateman's track/jumps nous key. Moderate-slow tempo suits likely forward run from barrier 5.
Victoria · Sunday 17 May 2026
Casterton tips and results
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Casterton. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won4/850%
Any tip won6/875%
Top pick placed6/875%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Yarram Park Mdn Hrdl
12:35 local3500mMaiden Hurdle$35,000
Winner3. FeragoSP $4.20
2nd pickNo result
7Shamarkand
Shamarkand's recent 2nd at Warrnambool edges recent form over most, with improving trend and high win/place rates. Gear stable, Ryan booking positive. Moderate tempo into Casterton's long straight suits stamina.
3rd pick2nd
10Untethered
Gordon's local knowledge aids from wide draw. Soft 6 suits (10:1-3-3), moderate tempo favours late surge into straight. Reliable place claimer.
Value pick5th
9Teewaters
Teewaters offers value with exceptional Casterton record (3:0-2-0, including T&D placings) and jumps placing strike (8:0-5-0). Recent Hamilton trial 2nd, gear changes positive first up. Soft 6 proven, backmarker suits moderate tempo.
- 1st3FeragoDaniel Small$4.20
- 2nd10UntetheredWill Gordon$8.00
- 3rd5Jungle JetMartin Kelly$11.00
- 4th1ArdakanSteven Pateman$2.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ferago | 13 | Daniel Small | P F Ryan | 69.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 10 | Untethered | 12 | Will Gordon | P Kearney | 69.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Jungle Jet | 5 | Martin Kelly | Tom Dabernig | 69.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Ardakan | 4 | Steven Pateman | C Maher | 69.5kg | $2.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Teewaters | 7 | David Mulcahy | Annie Alexander | 69.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Mana Combat | 6 | Martin Kelly | S B Laming | 69.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Christmas | 11 | Luca Remondet | P A Preusker | 69.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Hula Beat | 3 | Jordan Ratcliffe | Andrew Bobbin | 69.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Rich Champagne | 4 | Arron Lynch | Andrew Bobbin | 69.5kg | |
| 7 | Shamarkand | 8 | Tom Ryan | Shane Jackson | 69.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Sunday Buzz | 1 | Dean Parker | Symon Wilde | 69.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | The Claimant | 10 | Braidon Small | Aaron Purcell | 69.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Lodbrok | 9 | Jordan Hart | Andrew Bobbin | 69.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | In Your Hands | 2 | Luca Remondet | Andrea Leek | 67.5kg |
Nutrien Ag Hrdl
13:15 local3500mHurdle$50,000
Winner1. Enchanted ElleSP $6.00
★ Top pickWon
1Enchanted Elle
Enchanted Elle tops form assessment with dominant Casterton record (3:2-1-0 including T/D) and strong jumps history (9:4-2-1). Recent poor run excused by extreme margin in tougher company.
2nd pick3rd
4Karburan
Barrier 3 suits likely forward role in moderate tempo. Jockey Pateman performs at track (20% win rate). Selected 2nd as form supports but no track history tempers enthusiasm vs proven local.
3rd pickNo result
2Point Nepean
Point Nepean brings quality jumps form (6:2-2-1) and soft track record (10:3-2-1), fresh off Hamilton Hurdle win. Barrier 1 positions perfectly as likely leader. Recent Warrnambool steeple excused by weight/distance. Lacks Casterton experience but class drop and connections (Ryan/Jackson 22% combo) make strong place claim in moderate tempo staying test.
Value pick4th
3Fengarada
Loves wet going (heavy 12:7-1-0) suiting potential Soft 6 worsening. Barrier 6 neutral but midfield map fine for Casterton galloper. Overlooked vs proven locals but recent jumping improvement creates overlay in upset-prone country jumps race.
- 1st1Enchanted ElleDean Parker$6.00
- 2nd5The VocalistMartin Kelly$10.00
- 3rd4KarburanSteven Pateman$2.70
- 4th3FengaradaLuca Remondet$3.50
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Enchanted Elle | 2 | Dean Parker | Symon Wilde | 69.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | The Vocalist | 5 | Martin Kelly | S B Laming | 65kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Karburan | 3 | Steven Pateman | Andrew Bobbin | 65.5kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 3 | Fengarada | 6 | Luca Remondet | J Leek Jnr | 65.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2 | Point Nepean | 1 | Tom Ryan | Shane Jackson | 69kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Lucky Chance | 4 | Arron Lynch | E V Musgrove | 65kg |
Vickery Bros Hwt (Bm62)
13:55 local2000mBenchmark 62$27,000
Winner5. GhemmeSP $12.00
★ Top pick4th
4Mangione
Barrier 9 neutral on fair track, maps midfield in moderate-fast tempo suiting galloper. Topweight carried well historically.
2nd pick11th
3Hoodys Horse
Hoodys Horse maps ideally from barrier 2 as likely leader in moderate-fast tempo on Soft 6 where it excels (6:2-1-0). Excellent Casterton form (3:2-1-0), recent sharp 2nd at Ballarat. Second up stats solid.
3rd pickScratched
1Khant Bee
Gordon ride positive. Wide draw tests in likely fast tempo but sweeping turns fair.
Value pick7th
15Alblazer
Alblazer offers value as Casterton 2000m winner, recent win at Mt Gambier shows staying ability on soft. Maps midfield, fitness in play. Roughy for exotics if tempo suits backmarkers.
- 1st5GhemmeTom Ryan$12.00
- 2nd2GrippingSteven Pateman$5.50
- 3rd10Cousins DayDean Parker$5.00
- 4th4MangioneLuca Remondet$4.80
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Ghemme | 13 | Tom Ryan | Shane Jackson | 68kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Gripping | 11 | Steven Pateman | Peter Lafferty | 69.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Cousins Day | 7 | Dean Parker | Symon Wilde | 66.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Mangione | 9 | Luca Remondet | Nell Carter | 69.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 11 | Triora | 4 | Will Gordon | Taige Weir | 65.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Purveyor | 6 | Martin Kelly | S B Laming | 68kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Alblazer | 10 | B D Carraill | 65kg | $26.00 | |
| 8th | 8 | Ready By Design | 5 | Jordan Hart | Sharni Julian | 67.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Circa | 12 | Jordan Ratcliffe | Ms A Blackburn | 65kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Wayed To Go | 14 | Braidon Small | Q J Scott | 67kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Hoodys Horse | 2 | Daniel Small | T Cottier | 69.5kg | $5.50 |
| 12th | 7 | Brave Eight | 3 | David Mulcahy | Andrew Bobbin | 67.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Khant Bee | 12 | Will Gordon | Andrew Bobbin | 71kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Rapido River | 8 | Arron Lynch | Mitchell Leek | 65kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Smokin' Rohie | 11 | Nell Carter | 65.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Pianta | 1 | Wayne Walters | 65kg |
Ecycle Two Rivers Stpl
14:35 local3800mSteeple$80,000
Winner5. Golden GardenSP $2.40
★ Top pickWon
5Golden Garden
Strong Casterton record (2 wins from 4), light weight, and proven jumping ability on soft/heavy make it top pick despite moderate tempo suiting midfield map. Best class drop and track affinity.
2nd pickNo result
1The Mighty Spar
Stands out with perfect Casterton record including 3800m win here last year. Soft track suits (33 soft starts), moderate tempo allows forward settling from barrier 4. Form trumps recent margins in tougher fields.
3rd pick3rd
3Fabalot
Consistent jumper with recent placings in quality fields, good Casterton record, and soft track affinity. Gear change (blinkers again) could sharpen, barrier 5 suits midfield map in moderate tempo.
Value pick4th
4Castrofrancaru
Recent steeple placings show fitness, class drop helps, barrier 3 ideal for moderate tempo.
- 1st5Golden GardenDean Parker$2.40
- 2nd7Saint EustaceMartin Kelly$10.00
- 3rd3FabalotTom Ryan$5.50
- 4th4CastrofrancaruArron Lynch$5.50
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Golden Garden | 7 | Dean Parker | Symon Wilde | 66.5kg | $2.40 |
| 2nd | 7 | Saint Eustace | 6 | Martin Kelly | Jessica Pateman | 65kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Fabalot | 5 | Tom Ryan | Shane Jackson | 71.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Castrofrancaru | 3 | Arron Lynch | Mitchell Leek | 71kg | $5.50 |
| 1 | The Mighty Spar | 4 | Steven Pateman | M W Walker | 73.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Count Zero | 1 | Will Gordon | Symon Wilde | 73kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Not Usual Dream | 2 | Luca Remondet | Rachael Cunningham | 65kg |
Bet365 Mdn Plate
15:10 local1200mMaiden$32,000
Winner3. Hopes 'n' DreamsSP $3.30
★ Top pickWon
3Hopes 'n' Dreams
Patrick Payne's stable targets these country maidens effectively, and the class drop from previous start creates strong winning opportunity despite distance and track condition unknowns.
2nd pick3rd
4Min Kiata
Reliable type with proven wet track ability and strong recent form. The heavy track record provides confidence for today's soft conditions, while the recent Warrnambool third shows current fitness. Kate Walters' local knowledge and the ideal barrier draw enhance winning chances despite the maiden tag.
Value pick11th
15Flying Yank
- 1st3Hopes 'n' DreamsWill Gordon$3.30
- 2nd2Enzo CharleyJack Hill$4.80
- 3rd4Min KiataKate Walters$2.60
- 4th5BeersbeforemuscattShayleigh Ingelse$51.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Hopes 'n' Dreams | 7 | Will Gordon | Patrick Payne | 59.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 2 | Enzo Charley | 11 | Jack Hill | Symon Wilde | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 4 | Min Kiata | 1 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 59.5kg | $2.60 |
| 4th | 5 | Beersbeforemuscatt | 10 | Shayleigh Ingelse | P A Preusker | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Piklemegranmother | 13 | Campbell Rawiller | Ms B O'Loughlin | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Green Amber | 2 | Tom Madden | S & J Jaensch | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Crafty Queen | 9 | Christine Puls | Q J Scott | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Bool Rush | 3 | Luke Williams | Luke Williams | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Rebel Storm | 6 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Malawi Man | 5 | Paul Gatt | S V Gebert | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Flying Yank | 8 | Carly Cook | 57.5kg | $81.00 | |
| 12th | 12 | Terre D'exil | 4 | Sarah Robbins | Carly Cook | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Brroosha | 11 | Dean Yendall | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Havilah | 12 | Melissa Julius | Ricky & Kristy Bruhn | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Flying Nic | 14 | Andrew Bobbin | 57.5kg |
McClure Earthmoving (Bm70)
15:50 local1200mBenchmark 70$27,000
Winner6. Southern CrescentSP $3.60
★ Top pickWon
6Southern Crescent
Southern Crescent tops form assessment with consistent recent placings in solid company, including BM70/BM78 runs. High soft track suitability on Soft 6, advantageous midfield map.
2nd pick5th
8Dobkins
Dobkins shows upward trajectory with recent strong placing in BM66 on heavy, suited to Soft 6 and fast tempo favouring mid-fielders. Barrier 7 aligns with track's middle barrier bias. Solid 1200m record and class drop aid chances.
3rd pick6th
10The Kill Club
The Kill Club's recent BM66 win on heavy highlights wet prowess (strong soft/heavy record), light weight and barrier 6 suit. Excellent Madden combo and improving form make place likely despite class rise.
Value pick8th
11Miss Tallchief
Gear changes (blinkers back) could revive on Soft 6. Barrier 2 aids forward map in fast tempo.
- 1st6Southern CrescentMelissa Julius$3.60
- 2nd3El Paso CitieCampbell Rawiller$15.00
- 3rd2AllinthetimingWill Gordon$7.00
- 4th5SacramentalDean Yendall$10.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Southern Crescent | 5 | Melissa Julius | Aaron Purcell | 56.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 3 | El Paso Citie | 11 | Campbell Rawiller | Ms S Murphy | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Allinthetiming | 9 | Will Gordon | Patrick Payne | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Sacramental | 10 | Dean Yendall | Mitchell Freedman | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Dobkins | 7 | Jack Hill | Symon Wilde | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 10 | The Kill Club | 6 | Tom Madden | Adam Chambers | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Beautiful Jewel | 3 | Lucinda Boyd | 56kg | $13.00 | |
| 8th | 11 | Miss Tallchief | 2 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Glove Artist | 1 | Paul Gatt | T Cottier | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Lake Tai | 4 | Tayla Cameron | Rachel Samsonenko | 56kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Cork Harbour | 8 | Kate Walters | D C Saxon | 57kg |
Foodworks Casterton Cup
16:20 local2000mOpen$60,000
Winner3. InherentlySP $2.50
★ Top pick3rd
1El James
El James tops form assessment with dominant Warrnambool Heavy 8 win 11 days ago carrying 60kg, beating similar field. Moderate-fast tempo and long straight favour proven finishers.
2nd pickWon
3Inherently
Consistent placer (47% rate), good barrier for midfield run in moderate-fast tempo suiting Casterton straight. Soft blank minor concern but heavy win and fitness edge over beaten rivals.
3rd pick4th
7Cachink
Barrier 2 aids forward midfield spot at stamina-testing Casterton.
Value pick7th
2Flying Basil
Madden 40% horse strike, proven Open stayer despite decline.
- 1st3InherentlyJack Hill$2.50
- 2nd5Hawk PowerMelissa Julius$11.00
- 3rd1El JamesLinda Meech$3.10
- 4th7CachinkDean Yendall$5.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Inherently | 4 | Jack Hill | P W McKenna | 56kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Hawk Power | 8 | Melissa Julius | P Koumis | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | El James | 1 | Linda Meech | Symon Wilde | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 7 | Cachink | 2 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 54kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Bon Fete | 6 | Paul Gatt | Jason Warren | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Kelly Ann | 5 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Flying Basil | 3 | Tom Madden | Shane Jackson | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Mercurial Boy | 7 | Christine Puls | Brent Stanley | 55kg | $41.00 |
LK Plumbing & Civil (Bm66)
16:55 local1400mBenchmark 66$27,000
Winner5. Freak Of NatureSP $6.00
★ Top pick2nd
1Ultra Blue
Recent BM70 3rd despite wide barrier shows class edge. Barrier 5 perfect for fast tempo, midfield strength suits Casterton galloper.
2nd pickWon
5Freak Of Nature
Recent Donald win underlines fitness in improving prep. Extensive 1400m exposure 20:4-1-0, handles soft. Fast tempo suits midfield runner at fair Casterton.
3rd pick6th
6Shooter Mcgavin
Barrier 1 huge for likely leader in fast tempo. Only Casterton winner in field, recent Stawell victory shows form. Soft query but low exposure not penalised heavily in country BM66. Eachway value.
Value pick10th
9Verbano
Second up from spell perfect timing with 5:0-2-0 record. Soft proven 14:2-3-2, recent BM70 5th despite wide draw. Madden booking boosts, midfield map possible. Value place.
- 1st5Freak Of NatureDean Yendall$6.00
- 2nd1Ultra BlueChelsea Thompson$2.00
- 3rd8Darts DalyJack Hill$11.00
- 4th11Salsbury HillKate Walters$31.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Freak Of Nature | 10 | Dean Yendall | Jason Warren | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Ultra Blue | 5 | Chelsea Thompson | Tom Dabernig | 57.5kg | $2.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Darts Daly | 7 | Jack Hill | Symon Wilde | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Salsbury Hill | 9 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Validated | 4 | Will Gordon | Niki O'Shea | 60kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Shooter Mcgavin | 1 | Zac Moore | Shane Jackson | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Hasta La Chilly | 12 | Paul Gatt | Ms S Murphy | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Always Hapi | 2 | Jason Webb | V L Malady | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Emerald Reward | 6 | Linda Meech | B D Carraill | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Verbano | 11 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 11th | 7 | Wichitall | 3 | Campbell Rawiller | Symon Wilde | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Drink Then Kiss | 8 | Wayne Walters | 54kg | $71.00 | |
| Scr | 10 | Bancoora | 13 | Shayleigh Ingelse | P A Preusker | 56.5kg |
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