Second up from spell with proven heavy track form (2 placings from 2 starts), significant class drop, and strong trainer/jockey combination. Despite being winless, the form progression and suitability factors make this the most reliable winning chance.
New South Wales · Wednesday 27 May 2026
Port Macquarie tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Port Macquarie. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Carlton Dry Country Boosted Mdn Hcp
Lykos brings the best heavy track credentials in the field with 2 placings from 5 heavy starts and was narrowly beaten here last start. The mare has proven form at this track and distance, and the strong trainer/jockey combination provides confidence. While winless, the heavy track specialization and recent close placing make this a strong each-way chance.
The addition of winkers first time and significant class drop provide positive angles.
The recent third placing indicates improvement, and the good barrier draw suits.
- 1st1PolymerBen Looker$1.30
- 2nd4Cherry JubileeKacie Adams$8.50
- 3rd8Nikody's CasperHollie Hull$51.00
- 4th7Miss BugattiLuke Rolls$7.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Polymer | 10 | Ben Looker | Paul Snowden | 60kg | $1.30 |
| 2nd | 4 | Cherry Jubilee | 8 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Nikody's Casper | 9 | Hollie Hull | P Cheers | 52kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Miss Bugatti | 2 | Luke Rolls | Grant Jobson | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Spartan Steel | 4 | Matthew Bennett | J Louizos | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Lykos | 1 | Stephen Cummins | G Prosser | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Purple Prince | 6 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Black Prospect | 3 | Raymond Spokes | P J Evans | 55kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Blackstone Plaza | 5 | Donovan Dillon | Lyle Chandler | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Varazze | 7 | Ashley Morgan | Joseph Burges | 55kg |
July 9 Gloucester Cup Mdn Plate
Cool Zousain stands out as the only runner with proven Heavy track form, recording a strong second at Taree on Heavy 8 just 16 days ago. With the track bias favouring leaders and his ability to settle midfield from barrier 8, he maps perfectly for today's conditions.
Her recent trial win at Beaumont shows she's ready to fire fresh, and the improving form pattern suggests she's developing nicely. The Llewellyn/Hull combination strikes at 22%, and despite the wide draw, her early speed should allow her to overcome the barrier.
Legacy Prevailed represents the classic maiden debut scenario with consistent trial form suggesting readiness. The significant class drop and fresh preparation are positives, while barrier 7 provides tactical flexibility. Despite the lack of race experience, the trial consistency and trainer/jockey combination suggest a competitive debut performance is possible.
The inside barrier is crucial on Heavy tracks, and the trainer/jockey combination has a strong 33% strike rate from limited sample.
- 1st9Red ChickShannen Llewellyn$3.70
- 2nd1Cool ZousainAshley Morgan$1.35
- 3rd10Tesorino$14.00
- 4th7Legacy PrevailedJenny Duggan$21.00
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Red Chick | 10 | Shannen Llewellyn | Jake Hull | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 1 | Cool Zousain | 8 | Ashley Morgan | Adam Duggan | 59kg | $1.35 |
| 3rd | 10 | Tesorino | 5 | James Harding | 57kg | $14.00 | |
| 4th | 7 | Legacy Prevailed | 7 | Jenny Duggan | Ms K Buchanan | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Outoftheoffice | 1 | Olivia Dalton | Samantha McGuren | 57kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Dijon Autre | 3 | Jake Hull | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Goodonya Ausbred | 9 | Raymond Spokes | N Mayfield-Smith | 59kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Life's Turns | 4 | Mikayla Weir | Ms J Bowen | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Markwell Topsort | 6 | Luke Rolls | Joseph Burges | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Oakfield Mars | 2 | Aaron Bullock | D Lane | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Terrawatt | 11 | Andrew Gibbons | K A Lees | 56.5kg |
Sky International Hcp (C1)
Kissavos stands out as the most logical winner having won his maiden on Heavy 8 at Taree just 23 days ago. The I Am Invincible gelding has shown consistent improvement and handles wet conditions proven.
Powerful Tune brings the perfect heavy track credentials having won her only start on Heavy 8 conditions. The Kris Lees-trained filly gets the inside barrier advantage on a leader-biased track and carries the minimum weight.
Sirsa Nuwa brings local track knowledge having won at Port Macquarie, albeit on soft conditions. Her improving form pattern and dominant last start win suggest she's developing nicely.
Youwroteuponit represents value as a first up specialist with gear changes indicating stable intent. Her fresh win at Pakenham showed ability, and the weight relief helps. However, the lack of heavy track experience and lengthy spell create uncertainty.
- 1st2YouwroteuponitLuke Rolls$4.20
- 2nd5Exceed MeShannen Llewellyn$14.00
- 3rd9Powerful Tune$3.20
- 4th4KissavosAshley Morgan$3.00
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Youwroteuponit | 8 | Luke Rolls | Cassandra Schmidt | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 5 | Exceed Me | 5 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sprague | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Powerful Tune | 2 | K A Lees | 55.5kg | $3.20 | |
| 4th | 4 | Kissavos | 9 | Ashley Morgan | Ms J Graham | 58.5kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Sirsa Nuwa | 7 | Raymond Spokes | J A Sprague | 57kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 1 | Da Snoop Dog | 6 | Aaron Bullock | S Foster | 60kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Immortal Storm | 3 | Danny Peisley | Scott Henley | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Lord Seymour | 1 | Sally Taylor | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Won'thearmecoming | 5 | Andrew Gibbons | Angela Davies | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Hoku | 4 | Jenny Duggan | L K Roberts | 55kg |
TAB Venue Mode Mdn Plate
Microgravity stands out as the most reliable performer with a perfect placing record from limited starts. The soft track record is perfect, and while heavy conditions are untested, the class drop from previous starts provides significant advantage. Luke Rolls' strong combination with trainer Deamer adds confidence.
Fashion Spree brings strong local knowledge with a solid Port Macquarie record including two placings. The consistent placing record and Ben Looker's improving form make her a strong each-way proposition despite the wide draw.
Wootton Please showed marked improvement last start with a close third at Taree, suggesting the Lees stable has found the key. The heavy track record is solid, and the quality connections inspire confidence.
Dancing Tilda offers value based on recent placing form and the significant class drop. The heavy track experience, while limited, includes a placing, and the consistent margins suggest a reliable performer.
- 1st3MicrogravityLuke Rolls$1.90
- 2nd1Bonjour BillMatthew Bennett$7.50
- 3rd2Dancing Tilda$6.00
- 4th7Fashion SpreeBen Looker$5.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Microgravity | 8 | Luke Rolls | J C Deamer | 59kg | $1.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | Bonjour Bill | 9 | Matthew Bennett | Grant Jobson | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Dancing Tilda | 6 | Aiden St Vincent | 59kg | $6.00 | |
| 4th | 7 | Fashion Spree | 11 | Ben Looker | Terry Evans | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 16 | Clever Illusion | 4 | P Cheers | 59kg | $71.00 | |
| 6th | 11 | Wootton Please | 7 | Andrew Gibbons | K A Lees | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 18 | The Big Ticket | 10 | Kacie Adams | Tom Higgins | 59kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Toke | 2 | Mikayla Weir | Ms J Bowen | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | What A Gent | 11 | T J Bartley | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Czech Her Out | 12 | Aaron Bullock | T J Bartley | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Moana Gold | 5 | Ms K Buchanan | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Pratibha | 18 | K A Lees | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Resume | 12 | M S Minervini | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Mr Bohemian | 15 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Magic Anderson | 8 | C Karakatsanis | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Torpedo Tube | 3 | Shannen Llewellyn | Andrew Macdonald | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Rockbarton Bolt | 13 | Ben Looker | D I Atkins | 59kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Keinbah's Gift | 1 | Damien Smith | 57kg |
Max FM 1073 Country Boosted (Bm58)
King Soleil stands out as the heavy track specialist with a perfect record on heavy going (1 win from 2 starts). The inside barrier draw and proven heavy track ability make him the logical choice despite the class rise.
Argerich represents solid value as a course and distance specialist who placed third here last start on Heavy 10.
- 1st11ArgerichHollie Hull$3.70
- 2nd13Gold SomethingJenny Duggan$81.00
- 3rd5Class RevolutionLuke Rolls$7.00
- 4th4King SoleilJeff Kehoe$9.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Argerich | 11 | Hollie Hull | P Cheers | 52kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 13 | Gold Something | 7 | Jenny Duggan | Ms M De Gonneville | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Class Revolution | 13 | Luke Rolls | G Prosser | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 4 | King Soleil | 2 | Jeff Kehoe | Craig Ruttley | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 2 | He's Godspeed | 8 | Aaron Bullock | B M Lazzarini | 61.5kg | $2.90 |
| 6th | 7 | High Voltage | 9 | Paul Snowden | 57.5kg | $21.00 | |
| 7th | 3 | Deep Drive | 6 | Terry Evans | 59.5kg | $7.50 | |
| 8th | 12 | Corpsman | 5 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Discreet Lady | 10 | Kacie Adams | Tom Higgins | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Damascus Gate | 1 | Carlos Antonio | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Moonlight Diva | 3 | Sally Taylor | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Highland Hustle | 4 | Jon Grisedale | John Higgins | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Ms Hubble | 4 | Ms K Owen | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Dam Impact | 12 | Grant Jobson | 56.5kg |
June 5 Corey Brown Cup Hcp (C3)
Perfect on soft tracks and while untested on heavy going, her class and recent form suggest she can handle the step up.
Local specialist who won his last start at this venue on a Heavy 10 surface. His perfect record at the track and distance, combined with proven heavy track ability, makes him a strong threat despite the wide draw and class rise.
The inside barrier is crucial on the heavy surface, and his recent third at Quirindi suggests he's finding form at the right time.
First up specialist returning from a lengthy spell with a good barrier draw.
- 1st4PatrioticintentionOlivia Dalton$2.70
- 2nd2Dingle GreyLuke Rolls$2.25
- 3rd7Phoenix PowerKacie Adams$5.50
- 4th8Take The JackpotShannen Llewellyn$11.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Patrioticintention | 10 | Olivia Dalton | Samantha McGuren | 56kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | Dingle Grey | 5 | Luke Rolls | Jake Hull | 58.5kg | $2.25 |
| 3rd | 7 | Phoenix Power | 3 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Take The Jackpot | 2 | Shannen Llewellyn | B G Lawrence | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Prince Rupert | 6 | Bailie Baker | R J Agnew | 53kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Bondi Prophet | 8 | R J Agnew | 55kg | $15.00 | |
| 7th | 12 | Nikody's Diego | 1 | Raymond Spokes | P Cheers | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Supairo | 9 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Andale Andale | 4 | Donovan Dillon | Lyle Chandler | 58kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Chica Del Mar | 4 | Paul Snowden | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Bonjour Madame | 7 | Claire Ramsbotham | M S Minervini | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Executive Decision | 11 | Jess Taylor | Mark Cross | 56kg |
June 5 Wingham Cup Hcp (C1)
Dam Impact presents as the standout heavy track specialist having won her maiden last start on Heavy 8 at Taree. Her heavy track record of 1 win from 2 starts is compelling for today's Heavy 9 conditions. The step up from maiden to Class 1 is significant but her improving trajectory and proven wet track ability make her the most reliable option.
King Country won his maiden last start at Taree and shows promise on rain-affected tracks with his soft track record. The 86-day break is a concern but his last win and soft track form provide confidence. The step up to Class 1 is manageable given his recent breakthrough.
Ultimate Reign offers value based on her heavy track credentials and proven ability at Port Macquarie. Her track and distance record shows one win from eight attempts here, and she's dropping in class. The inside barrier helps on a leader-biased track despite her recent poor form.
- 1st15Look At Mego$11.00
- 2nd2Rockbarton MarshalBen Looker$5.00
- 3rd12Dam ImpactMatthew Bennett$2.00
- 4th6King CountryKacie Adams$4.80
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Look At Mego | 5 | R Simonetta | 55kg | $11.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | Rockbarton Marshal | 12 | Ben Looker | D I Atkins | 58kg | |
| 3rd | 12 | Dam Impact | 13 | Matthew Bennett | Grant Jobson | 55kg | $2.00 |
| 4th | 6 | King Country | 12 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 1 | Altair I Am | 4 | Jake Hull | 62kg | $6.50 | |
| 6th | 18 | Ultimate Reign | 1 | Ms A Lee | 55kg | $21.00 | |
| Scr | 3 | Smart Scud | 2 | R P Northam | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Yesspecially | 7 | Paul Snowden | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Compadre | 10 | Cassandra Stummer | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Mane Character | 9 | Nacim Dilmi | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Sugarfire | 11 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Dancingontherosso | 9 | K A Lees | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Koritsi | 3 | Chad Lever | Ms K Gavenlock | 55kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Wild Legacy | 14 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Lolita | 11 | Raymond Spokes | D L Matts | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Grand Voile | 13 | K A Lees | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Alarthill | 8 | Mikayla Weir | Ms J Bowen | 55kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Memumza Diva | 6 | Ms L Thomson | 55kg |
Functions @ MVRC (Bm66)
What A Rush presents as the most reliable winning chance with a proven heavy track record and strong recent form. The 3-year-old filly has won 3 from 5 at Port Macquarie and ran a solid second last start at Taree. Gear changes removing equipment suggest trainer expects improvement, and despite the wide draw, her early speed should see her settle handy.
Telegraph comes off a dominant heavy track win at Taree and drops in class with an ideal barrier draw. The 7-year-old gelding has a strong heavy track record and proven ability at this venue.
Where's The Fire brings strong recent form with two wins from his last three starts, including a last start victory on heavy track. However, the wide barrier draw is a significant concern at this leader-biased track, and he faces a class rise. His recent form suggests he's found his mark but the draw makes it difficult.
Brazen Brando offers value with his excellent heavy track record and ideal barrier draw. The significant class rise is a concern, but his recent form and track position make him worth a value play.
- 1st3What A RushAaron Bullock$1.95
- 2nd14Brazen BrandoTeighan Worsnop$9.00
- 3rd7Where's The FireMatthew Bennett$3.80
- 4th12Cupid's KissLuke Rolls$18.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | What A Rush | 9 | Aaron Bullock | R N Godbolt | 62kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 14 | Brazen Brando | 2 | Teighan Worsnop | B M Lazzarini | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Where's The Fire | 13 | Matthew Bennett | A P Ball | 58.5kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 12 | Cupid's Kiss | 1 | Luke Rolls | J A Sylvester | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Mosgiel Daisy | 11 | Ben Looker | M J Robinson | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Telegraph | 3 | Madeline Owen | A P Ball | 62.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Zoom Outcome | 11 | Joseph Burges | 63kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Cashaway Gold | 14 | Hollie Hull | Angela Davies | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Youth Spirit | 8 | Kacie Adams | Stuart Phegan | 61kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Come On Glamour | 5 | Bailie Baker | Scott Henley | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Cardsharp | 4 | Raymond Spokes | N Mayfield-Smith | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Flying Shelly | 12 | Sally Taylor | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Quick Sharp | 10 | R P Northam | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Shoutaboutit | 6 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms K Buchanan | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Withstand | 7 | Mikayla Weir | Ms J Bowen | 55kg |
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