She returns second-up for a powerful stable and drops in weight. The soft 7 poses a query, but her raw ability and tactical speed to settle forward make her the most likely winner.
Victoria · Saturday 23 May 2026
Echuca tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Echuca. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Moama Bowling Club Inglis Xtra Bonus Mdn Plate
Pierre Le Quill's narrow 2nd over this trip at Echuca on Soft 6 gives him the strongest wet form reference. He draws perfectly in barrier 1 and has a high cruising speed; if he can hold a forward position, he can challenge strongly.
Thinkyahot has been placed in every start and now returns from a spell with a superb jockey booking for Echuca. His form on good tracks reads well, and the stable would have him wound up. The soft ground is a question mark, but the inside draw and tactical versatility give him strong each-way claims.
Angling For Info maps to lead and Echuca's on-pace bias gives him a tactical edge. He is second-up, a stage where he has placed before, and the addition of blinkers could provide the needed focus.
- 1st2ArtbeatAdam Mc Cabe$5.50
- 2nd4ThinkyahotKoby Jennings$2.90
- 3rd6HighabovemeBen Kennedy$51.00
- 4th3Pierre Le QuillWill Gordon$11.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Artbeat | 15 | Adam Mc Cabe | C W McDonald | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Thinkyahot | 9 | Koby Jennings | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 6 | Highaboveme | 6 | Ben Kennedy | Tori Madigan | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Pierre Le Quill | 1 | Will Gordon | Patrick Payne | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Gatwick | 10 | Teodore Nugent | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | $2.25 |
| 6th | 1 | Angling For Info | 4 | Milos Bunjevac | D J O'Prey | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Sparkles | 8 | Sam Kennedy | J D Pearson | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Russian Sky | 13 | Dylan Dean | Simon Zahra | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Myhomecomingqueen | 5 | Dean Williams | 57.5kg | $31.00 | |
| Scr | 9 | Sound System | 3 | Lachlan King | Jason Warren | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Dancell | 2 | Olivia East | Scott Cameron | 52kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Trillium | 7 | Cory Parish | T G Eurell | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Tuxedo Miss | 14 | Cian Macredmond | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Just Magic | 11 | T & C McEvoy | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Works Dirty | 12 | D E Dean | 59.5kg |
EDG Projects Mdn Plate
Lightly raced gelding who impressed on debut over 1300m on Soft 5, finishing strongly for 2nd. Drawn ideally in barrier 2 to take up a forward position in this moderate-tempo maiden. The Echuca on-speed bias plays to his advantage. Should improve second-up and is the one to beat.
Mare who handles rain-affected tracks well, coming off a close 3rd on a Soft 7 at Moe. The inside barrier should allow her to sit closer than she normally would, and Lachlan King's strong track record adds appeal.
Mare who has placed twice in five starts and should be peaking second-up. Drawn to get a soft run just behind the leaders. The wet track is a slight query, but her lone heavy-track run was respectable. Worth including in exotics.
Lightly raced gelding who ran a much-improved second on a Heavy 9 at Kilmore when leading. He is one of few likely leaders here and the Echuca bias favours on-speed runners. On a Soft 7, his heavy-track experience might transfer.
- 1st11Wild RubyRyan Hurdle$5.00
- 2nd3Hopeless RomanticCian Macredmond$1.75
- 3rd9Impending SwanMitchell Aitken$9.50
- 4th10Royal OvertureJake Duffy$31.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Wild Ruby | 9 | Ryan Hurdle | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Hopeless Romantic | 2 | Cian Macredmond | N J Dyer | 59.5kg | $1.75 |
| 3rd | 9 | Impending Swan | 4 | Mitchell Aitken | V L Malady | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Royal Overture | 6 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Sports Mode | 1 | Milos Bunjevac | C J Davis | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Ate Iron | 8 | Teodore Nugent | J G Symons & S Laxon | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Goyathlay | 10 | Logan McNeil | R F Donat | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Numbersneverseen | 14 | Will Gordon | Patrick Payne | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 16 | It's Justa Guess | 7 | Rhys Archard | 57.5kg | $101.00 | |
| 10th | 12 | You Said What | 3 | Lachlan King | Claire Patterson | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 11th | 14 | Riverina Waltz | 11 | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $101.00 | |
| 12th | 4 | Mauvais Cheval | 5 | Sarah Field | Brady Cross | 58kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Meka Vibe | 13 | S A McIntosh | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Regalade | 15 | Adam Mc Cabe | C W McDonald | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Western Edge | 12 | Craig Weeding | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Zouthila | 16 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 59.5kg |
Hygain Mdn Plate
Phantom's Chase brings the most reliable form for a maiden, with recent placings on wet and soft ground. He draws ideally low, maps to control the race from just behind the leader, and has the best Echuca jockey.
He carries a feathery 58 kg, maps midfield from a favourable barrier, and should be in the first six turning for home.
Palladium has the talent to win a maiden, but the wide draw is the biggest obstacle. If he can slot in without excessive exertion, he can lead or sit on the fence near the front.
The Payne yard has a good record with debutantes, the low weight is a plus on soft, and the jockey is in rare form. An each‑way slice makes sense in a race where tactical speed and fresh legs could land a blow.
- 1st3PalladiumMitchell Aitken$3.90
- 2nd2BoulderooCian Macredmond$7.50
- 3rd4Phantom's ChaseLachlan King$2.90
- 4th10Whole Lotta ZinoSam Kennedy$5.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Palladium | 11 | Mitchell Aitken | J E & C Ledger | 59.5kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 2 | Boulderoo | 4 | Cian Macredmond | Andrew Bobbin | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Phantom's Chase | 2 | Lachlan King | Claire Patterson | 59.5kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 10 | Whole Lotta Zino | 6 | Sam Kennedy | Patrick Payne | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 7 | War No More | 12 | Adam Mc Cabe | Ms B Simpson | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Saker Falcon | 5 | Brittany Button | Ms E Haworth | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Miss Solar Hart | 10 | Teodore Nugent | Ms H Burns | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Laysan | 3 | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $61.00 | |
| 9th | 5 | Poorlittlerichkid | 1 | Jake Duffy | Heath Chalmers | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Miss Camelot | 13 | Joe Bowditch | Ms B Simpson | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Best Terms | 14 | Will Gordon | T & C McEvoy | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Rose Velvet | 7 | Patrick Payne | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Fulham Fox | 8 | Ms R Kelly | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Al | 9 | Logan McNeil | Claire Patterson | 59.5kg |
O''Connors Case IH Hcp (56)
Watt On Earth is the obvious leader from barrier 5 and maps to dictate a moderate tempo. His last-start 2nd at Ararat in identical grade on Soft 7 was strong, and he should appreciate stepping back up to 1600m. At Echuca, where front-three at the 400m hold a significant advantage, he profiles as the most likely winner despite not having a distance win yet.
Sly Cascata brings a superior winning strike-rate and soft-track form. If the tempo is generous, he can finish hard, but positional disadvantage tempers confidence.
Paris Affair fills the on-pace leader role and should be prominent from the barriers. The wide gate is a challenge, but he can use early speed to cross. His second-up stats are encouraging, and he’s proven on soft ground.
The step up in grade and wide draw are negatives, and Echuca’s bias against backmarkers dents confidence.
- 1st13Sly CascataBrittany Button$5.00
- 2nd1Paris AffairWill Gordon$11.00
- 3rd7KamarookaTeodore Nugent$11.00
- 4th6KaddariJoe Bowditch$18.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Sly Cascata | 7 | Brittany Button | Shelley Kirkpatrick | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Paris Affair | 11 | Will Gordon | Andrew Bobbin | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Kamarooka | 2 | Teodore Nugent | R G Symons | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Kaddari | 12 | Joe Bowditch | Ms B Dunn | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Watt On Earth | 5 | Cian Macredmond | Anthony Cosgriff | 60kg | $3.10 |
| 6th | 3 | Bellman | 8 | Alice Kennedy | Andrew Dale | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 9 | So Regal | 9 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Pendante | 3 | Sam Kennedy | R G Symons | 55.5kg | $3.50 |
| 9th | 4 | Grunnettan | 6 | Cory Parish | Rhys Archard | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Lexton | 4 | Sarah Field | Brady Cross | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Vegas On Fire | 10 | Lachlan King | Shawn Mathrick | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Savethebesttillast | 13 | S A Lake | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Black Cherry | 13 | Andrew Bobbin | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Soul Taker | 1 | Milos Bunjevac | J E & C Ledger | 55.5kg |
Two Tarts Catering Hcp (56)
Iliad's exceptional record at 1300m (3 wins) and recent heavy-track victory offset the query on soft ground. With only 53kg to carry, the mare can sit off a fast pace and finish strongly. Barrier 3 allows a perfect trailing position. The jockey's lack of Echuca success is a concern, but the combination has already won together. She is the most likely winner on a weight, trip and pattern basis.
Imposing Tallulah thrives on rain-affected ground and will appreciate a fast tempo to swoop late. Her recent 3rd in a similar Rest 56 at Mornington signals readiness, and jockey Parish is a proven Echuca performer. The wide draw is a negative but offset by the expected speed up front. She represents a strong each-way chance.
True Prophet brings winning form into this, having led all the way at Wangaratta on soft ground under 60kg. The gate is perfect to control the race, and Echuca's profile traditionally favours leaders. However, the weak jockey and potential late pressure from a big field of closers temper confidence. He can still win but must be taken on trust.
His two heavy-track wins underline wet ability, and he showed ability to win at Echuca previously. Recent finishing positions mask a horse going well below his best grade.
- 1st15Wallaby JackBrittany Button$6.00
- 2nd3Mr CharismaticCian Macredmond$9.50
- 3rd1True ProphetJoe Bowditch$4.80
- 4th2AltruistMitchell Aitken$8.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Wallaby Jack | 1 | Brittany Button | J E & C Ledger | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Mr Charismatic | 9 | Cian Macredmond | Archie Alexander | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | True Prophet | 4 | Joe Bowditch | Jamie Gibbons | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 2 | Altruist | 8 | Mitchell Aitken | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Vores | 11 | Christine Puls | Nell Carter | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Imposing Tallulah | 14 | Cory Parish | S S Cunningham | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Iliad | 3 | Liana Wood | Lisa Jones | 53kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Everett | 7 | Ruby Lamont | M A Bell | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Wagunda | 6 | Koby Jennings | Andrew Dale | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Owl Witness | 10 | Sarah Field | C V Kelly | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Rydell High | 2 | Alice Kennedy | J E & C Ledger | 54.5kg | $71.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Runway Ruler | 13 | Milos Bunjevac | Charmaine Barnes | 57kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Give Some Lip | 15 | Will Gordon | Reece Goodwin | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Blondie's Toronado | 12 | Teodore Nugent | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 58kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Soho Princess | 14 | Andrew Dale | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Solar Mist | 5 | Chelsea Taylor | C V Kelly | 57.5kg |
Border Inn Hotel Hcp (56)
Maps to lead from barrier 3 on a track that favours on-pace runners. Echuca record is strong, including a win at this trip on soft going. Recent form is a concern, but he can bounce back with a soft run.
Could place if the race sets up for him.
Brings winning form on soft ground and a good overall soft record. The rise in class is offset by a light weight and an improving profile.
- 1st1Batoka ChiefCory Parish$6.50
- 2nd6HotinherreLachlan King$3.40
- 3rd7Three Reel RosesMitchell Aitken$10.00
- 4th2MakushaChelsea Taylor$14.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Batoka Chief | 14 | Cory Parish | Lee & Shannon Hope | 60kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Hotinherre | 7 | Lachlan King | Charlotte Littlefield | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 3rd | 7 | Three Reel Roses | 2 | Mitchell Aitken | Henry Dwyer | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Makusha | 3 | Chelsea Taylor | R G Symons | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Taupo Tiger | 12 | Teodore Nugent | J G Symons & S Laxon | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Circa | 10 | Logan McNeil | Ms A Blackburn | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Tarshin | 8 | Dylan Dean | C J Cassar | 53kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 12 | Parabellum | 1 | Stephanie Hateley | Andrew Dale | 52kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Vision Thing | 5 | Cian Macredmond | Renee Pola | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Cherokee Brave | 13 | Adam Mc Cabe | Ms B Simpson | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Leica Trooper | 11 | Jake Duffy | Philip Evans | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Vineux | 4 | Will Gordon | Mitchell Freedman | 58kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Miss Niagara | 6 | S V Brown | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Ive Got The Power | 9 | Ben Kennedy | Timothy Grace | 54kg |
bet365 Same Race Multi Hcp (56)
A wide barrier is a concern but he maps to settle midfield in a fast-run race, and his improving pattern suggests he'll be hard to hold out.
Queue Jumper brings strong form on good tracks and a tactical draw. Last start failure on a Soft 7 is a query, but he is capable of bouncing back and maps well just off the speed.
Dubai Fountain's soft-track record is a major asset, and she drops sharply in trip. Though untested at 1100m, she has tactical speed from barrier 3 and could be dangerous if the race run to suit.
Sweet 'n' Spicy returns from a spell with a record that suggests she improves second-up, but she is often competitive fresh.
- 1st1Shelly's LegacyLachlan King$7.00
- 2nd4Queue JumperMilos Bunjevac$4.40
- 3rd5Dubai FountainTeodore Nugent$7.00
- 4th6Sweet 'n' SpicyChelsea Taylor$26.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Shelly's Legacy | 14 | Lachlan King | J E & C Ledger | 60kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Queue Jumper | 4 | Milos Bunjevac | S A McIntosh | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 5 | Dubai Fountain | 3 | Teodore Nugent | Andrew Dale | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Sweet 'n' Spicy | 6 | Chelsea Taylor | Ms H Burns | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Loveofmylife | 7 | Cory Parish | J A Heath | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Tanana | 8 | Ben Kennedy | Ms R Kelly | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Vinnie's Turn | 1 | Cian Macredmond | Linc Sullivan | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Balgowan | 10 | Sam Kennedy | C J Davis | 53kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Legendary Diva | 11 | Brittany Button | Grant White | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Zamora | 12 | Dylan Dean | C J Cassar | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 11th | 8 | Cilento | 5 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 57kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Nineveh | 9 | Sarah Field | Grant White | 52.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Yamato | 2 | C J Davis | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Feudal Empire | 13 | Reece Goodwin | 54kg |
Winter Blues At The Races 24th July Hcp (56)
From barrier 3 he can land in the first six and use his finishing burst.
Magnea has been consistent with two placed runs at this level and draws the prized inside gate.
Frederick has the speed to lead and a favourable map, but his dreadful first‑up stats and high weight on rain‑affected ground are major red flags.
Point Of Ecstasy has a compelling fresh record and maps nicely from barrier 6. She represents genuine value for an each‑way play if she handles the conditions.
- 1st8DensetsuLogan McNeil$12.00
- 2nd12Cortain$41.00
- 3rd7Point Of EcstasyRyan Hurdle$10.00
- 4th1FrederickKoby Jennings$12.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Densetsu | 3 | Logan McNeil | Andrew Dale | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Cortain | 8 | Ms H Burns | 54kg | $41.00 | |
| 3rd | 7 | Point Of Ecstasy | 6 | Ryan Hurdle | Mitchell Freedman | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Frederick | 5 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 60kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Miss Himalaya | 12 | Olivia East | D E Dean | 51.5kg | $3.80 |
| 6th | 3 | Alesund | 11 | Sheridan Clarke | Ms R Kelly | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Rockette Roulette | 9 | Teodore Nugent | C J Davis | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Cool Charlie | 10 | Adam Mc Cabe | Erin Maher | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Arabian Myth | 7 | Joe Bowditch | Vincent Hall | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 10th | 9 | Magnea | 1 | Jake Duffy | S S Cunningham | 57kg | $4.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Waylona Girl | 13 | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 54kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | Rowdy Anthem | 14 | Alice Kennedy | Grant White | 57kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Brazen Fling | 2 | Stephanie Hateley | David & Coral Feek | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Ourzacracker | 4 | C J Davis | 54kg |
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