Inside barrier suits Mornington's bias, and the Moloney/Laurie combination is proven. Soft track experience is valuable today.
Victoria · Monday 25 May 2026
Mornington tips and results
Our top pick won 4 of 7 races at Mornington. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Asset Painting Services Mdn Plate
Has soft track experience and draws well. Warren stable runners often improve with racing.
Consistent performer with two placings from three starts. Cartwright riding in excellent form and the Moody/Coleman stable is reliable. Barrier 2 suits the track bias despite first-up concerns.
Freedman stable excels with young horses, and barrier 1 provides significant advantage at Mornington.
- 1st11Nitro SonicTeodore Nugent$11.00
- 2nd8Lotta CityJamie Mott$4.40
- 3rd1Can't Be ReelPatrick Moloney$1.65
- 4th12Velocite BelleDamien Thornton$8.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Nitro Sonic | 4 | Teodore Nugent | Jason Warren | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Lotta City | 9 | Jamie Mott | Jerome Hunter | 57.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 1 | Can't Be Reel | 3 | Patrick Moloney | M M Laurie | 59.5kg | $1.65 |
| 4th | 12 | Velocite Belle | 1 | Damien Thornton | A & S Freedman | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Grandpa Neil | 7 | Zac Spain | Jason Warren | 57kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Velvet City | 10 | Sam Kennedy | Nathan McPherson | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Gemofsixteencarats | 5 | Brad Rawiller | Logan McGill | 59.5kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Lightning Joey | 8 | Adam Mc Cabe | Logan McGill | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Cold Logic | 6 | Ben Kennedy | Shannon Roughan | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Foxland | 12 | Jake Noonan | A W Noonan | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Thinkyahot | 2 | Luke Cartwright | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Watch The Fort | 13 | Billy Egan | Vincent Hall | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Lady Of Alsace | 14 | A W Noonan | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Luminaza | 11 | Ben Allen | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Super Luck Dragon | 15 | Clayton Douglas | 59.5kg |
ModTech Group Electricians Mdn Plate
Tassorting presents the strongest winning profile with four placings from four attempts at this track and distance. The Craig Newitt/Jerome Hunter combination boasts a 60% strike rate, and barrier 5 allows tactical positioning. Despite being winless, the consistent placings and strong connections make this the most reliable selection.
The McArdle stable has her ready first up, and the inside barrier helps. While winless and resuming, the class drop and proven connections justify favouritism.
The three-year-old gelding has the perfect record at Mornington and proven soft track ability. While barrier 7 presents challenges and the jockey booking is unproven, the recent form and track suitability make this a genuine chance.
The consistent placing record and good barrier position provide hope, though the winless record and poor jockey form are concerns.
- 1st4TassortingCraig Newitt$3.40
- 2nd3Pull My FingerStephanie Hateley$12.00
- 3rd8NeotropicalJamie Mott$2.05
- 4th12Caption ThisJamie Mott$6.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Tassorting | 5 | Craig Newitt | Jerome Hunter | 59.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Pull My Finger | 6 | Stephanie Hateley | Amy & Ash Yargi | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Neotropical | 2 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 55kg | $2.05 |
| 4th | 12 | Caption This | 1 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Exclusive Punt | 3 | Beau Mertens | Clayton Douglas | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Bold Amore | 8 | Teodore Nugent | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Wood Pusher | 4 | Melea Castle | Chris Diplock | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Topsylanski | 9 | Zac Spain | Simon Lee | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Filthy | 7 | C W McDonald | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Premium Return | 10 | B J McCarthy | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Saffron Love | 12 | M M Laurie | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | French Intrigue | 11 | Jake Noonan | Logan McGill | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Velsheda | 10 | M M Laurie | 55kg |
Total Animal Supplies (Bm56)
Her soft track record (1 win, 1 place from 4 starts) suits today's conditions perfectly. Despite the jockey concern, her class edge is substantial.
The trainer-jockey combination has proven successful, though recent jockey form is a minor concern.
Beau Strada's recent maiden breakthrough at Sale shows she's found her form, and the Billy Egan booking adds confidence. Her consistent placing record suggests she can handle the class rise, though the wide barrier and unproven soft track credentials are concerns. The weight allocation helps offset the class jump.
Unriddle offers value having just won at this track and distance in maiden company. His excellent Mornington record and inside barrier position align with track bias preferences.
- 1st6MeishoOlivia East$3.50
- 2nd10Chartwell HouseLiana Wood$21.00
- 3rd9Beau StradaBilly Egan$4.40
- 4th7EspanaLachlan Neindorf$3.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Meisho | 6 | Olivia East | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 10 | Chartwell House | 9 | Liana Wood | Jack Laing | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Beau Strada | 10 | Billy Egan | Luke Oliver | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 7 | Espana | 2 | Lachlan Neindorf | Lloyd Kennewell | 60kg | $3.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Affirmative Lad | 5 | Sam Kennedy | J F Moloney | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Youarenotalone | 1 | Christopher Pang | Smiley Chan | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Risky Whisky | 11 | Dakotah Keane | M & L Cerchi | 61kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Abovethefrostline | 8 | Melea Castle | Marcus Fahler | 63.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Flat Chat | 12 | Joe Bowditch | Colin Scott | 60kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 4 | The Gov | 7 | Dylan Dean | D M Noonan | 59kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Rock Glory | 4 | Teodore Nugent | Ms S Trolove | 58kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Unriddle | 3 | Jake Noonan | Rory Hunter | 60kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Sleeping Tiger | 13 | Ms R Waymouth | 59.5kg |
Sportsbet Fast Form (Bm56)
Ania presents as the standout selection having won her last start at this very track in soft conditions.
Queen Beira brings solid credentials as a first up performer with a previous win at this track. The tongue tie first time represents a positive gear change, and she's dropping significantly in class. However, her poor soft track record and wide barrier draw present challenges at a track that favours inside runners. Her experience and class drop keep her competitive despite the negatives.
Hot Stepping Hippy represents value as a last start maiden winner stepping up in class. Her only career win came on a soft track, which is encouraging for today's conditions. The inside barrier draw is crucial at Mornington, and the Thornton booking suggests stable confidence.
- 1st1AniaDylan Dean$2.70
- 2nd2Regal AscendJamie Mott$8.50
- 3rd3Queen BeiraOlivia East$5.50
- 4th4Hot Stepping HippyDamien Thornton$9.50
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Ania | 3 | Dylan Dean | Julius Sandhu | 59kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | Regal Ascend | 7 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 62kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Queen Beira | 8 | Olivia East | Reece Goodwin | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Hot Stepping Hippy | 2 | Damien Thornton | Simon Zahra | 61kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Brazen Fling | 6 | Stephanie Hateley | David & Coral Feek | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Blondie's Toronado | 1 | Zac Spain | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 60kg | $3.90 |
| 7th | 7 | Dominant Miss | 5 | Dakotah Keane | K E Horobin | 54kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Belriah | 4 | Melea Castle | Ms B Schreuder | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
The Big Screen Company Hcp (56)
Strong recent form with multiple placings and proven heavy track ability.
Recent form shows consistency over staying distances, but the soft track conditions are a significant concern given his poor record on rain-affected surfaces.
Proven performer at this track with a recent 2nd placing over similar distance. Excellent heavy track record and dropping significantly in class from Open company. The wide barrier is a major concern, but his track familiarity and class edge provide strong winning chances.
- 1st4Up And UnderDylan Dean$3.30
- 2nd1AvonviewNadia Daniels$4.60
- 3rd2Frank ExpressLiana Wood$21.00
- 4th10TussockSheridan Clarke$21.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Up And Under | 3 | Dylan Dean | D M Noonan | 57kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 1 | Avonview | 11 | Nadia Daniels | D J Walkley | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 2 | Frank Express | 15 | Liana Wood | A Rosolini | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Tussock | 10 | Sheridan Clarke | Ms R Kelly | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Turntyne | 6 | Damien Thornton | Amy McDonald | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Vistetto | 13 | Bailey Kinninmont | Brent Butcher | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Broadfield | 12 | Ruby Lamont | A Rosolini | 51kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Goondiwindi | 4 | Olivia East | Jessica Pateman | 57kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Mash And Gravy | 2 | Ben Kennedy | Rachael Cunningham | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 10th | 11 | I Could Do Better | 8 | Adam Mc Cabe | Ms J Crosbie | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Maid On Stryke | 7 | Melea Castle | Ms D Clover | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 16 | The Grump | 9 | Beau Mertens | Clayton Douglas | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 13th | 13 | Juniors Queen | 1 | Remi Tremsal | T T Walsh | 54kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Not Usual Dream | 7 | Rachael Cunningham | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Rule Of Salex | 14 | Jackie Beriman | Michael Harrison | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Vision Thing | 5 | Jake Duffy | Renee Pola | 55kg |
Magic Millions National Sale Hcp (56)
New York Scandal offers strong each-way value despite the wide draw. While her soft track record is concerning, her consistent placing ability and strong distance form make her a genuine threat for the minor placings.
Shay's Way represents the improving type that can handle the class rise. Her recent maiden victory and perfect soft track record make her well-suited to conditions. The inside barrier draw is crucial at Mornington, and Billy Egan's booking suggests stable confidence. While the class rise is significant, her upward trajectory and condition suitability make her a live chance.
Vegas On Fire presents as the standout selection with her proven wet track credentials and ideal positioning for Mornington's forward-bias track. Her 4 wins on soft tracks and strong heavy track record make her perfectly suited to today's Soft 5 conditions. The second-up timing is ideal, and her barrier 7 draw allows tactical flexibility to settle handy.
His recent country win demonstrates current ability, and the Damien Thornton booking is significant given the jockey's exceptional 40% strike rate at Mornington.
- 1st2Chambers BayNadia Daniels$31.00
- 2nd10Foggy BottomAdam Mc Cabe$18.00
- 3rd8New York ScandalJason Maskiell$4.20
- 4th13Master PolanskiDamien Thornton$11.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Chambers Bay | 9 | Nadia Daniels | M C Watts | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Foggy Bottom | 3 | Adam Mc Cabe | Ms J Crosbie | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | New York Scandal | 12 | Jason Maskiell | Aaron Laing | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 13 | Master Polanski | 10 | Damien Thornton | Reece Goodwin | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Little Richie Turf | 8 | Melea Castle | Ms D Clover | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Tight Grip | 5 | Zac Spain | N G Eades | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 3 | Phantom Prince | 4 | Luke Cartwright | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Palace Winter | 1 | Olivia East | R N Mathews | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Saxon Blood | 6 | Sam Kennedy | Nathan McPherson | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Shay's Way | 2 | Billy Egan | W Morrissey | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Hazard A Guess | 11 | Nathan Punch | M E Templeton | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Stand By Me Ned | 13 | Patrick Moloney | Ms M Lawson | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Vegas On Fire | 7 | Craig Newitt | Shawn Mathrick | 57kg |
Tobin Brothers (Bm56)
Last-start winner who broke through at Werribee with a strong performance. Has proven ability at Mornington with a win from four attempts. The wide draw is concerning but his recent form trajectory and track familiarity make him the most reliable winning chance despite the class rise.
Consistent performer with an excellent record at this track and distance. His recent heavy track second shows he's in good form, and his soft track credentials are solid. The wide draw is a concern but his proven ability here makes him a strong place chance.
The Hayes stable connection adds confidence, and the gear change could provide improvement. Soft track conditions are a concern but his raw ability makes him competitive.
The missing jockey is concerning, but his raw speed and the class drop create an overlay opportunity.
- 1st4Zamparini SpiritBeau Mertens$2.90
- 2nd14Give Some Lip$6.00
- 3rd2Triple SaluteLuke Cartwright$19.00
- 4th3Great ProsperityBailey Kinninmont$19.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Zamparini Spirit | 16 | Beau Mertens | Clayton Douglas | 62.5kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 14 | Give Some Lip | 9 | Reece Goodwin | 58.5kg | $6.00 | |
| 3rd | 2 | Triple Salute | 6 | Luke Cartwright | Logan McGill | 63kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Great Prosperity | 14 | Bailey Kinninmont | Luke Oliver | 59.5kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Lottaroc | 2 | Dylan Dean | D M Noonan | 60kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Wild Sensation | 10 | Alana Kelly | Thomas Conlan | 61.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Bama Slama | 5 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 61kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Headstock | 11 | Jett Stanley | Carly Thomas | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 11 | De La Rocha | 4 | Nadia Daniels | D J Cave | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Dani California | 3 | Ben Kennedy | Shannon Roughan | 60.5kg | $11.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Magic Money | 1 | Damien Thornton | Simon Zahra | 60.5kg | $10.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Jessup | 12 | Craig Newitt | Shawn Mathrick | 61kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Stewart | 15 | Teodore Nugent | Ms S Trolove | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Arabian Myth | 7 | Billy Egan | Vincent Hall | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Dummy Spit | 8 | Jason Maskiell | Andrew Perdon | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Tomanado | 13 | Nathan Punch | D P Dwyer | 55.5kg |
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