Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Wednesday 3 June 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Sandown Lakeside. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Chris Waller-trained filly with consistent placing record shows strong form second up. Recent close second at Moe demonstrates current fitness, and the quality trainer/jockey combination provides confidence despite maiden status. The 2kg weight relief and proven ability to place consistently make her the most reliable option in this field.
The Mark Zahra booking with Lloyd Kennewell's 44% combination strike rate signals strong stable confidence. Previous placing at similar distance and first up record provide form foundation, though the long spell and wide barrier present challenges on the tight Sandown circuit.
The previous heavy track placing and advantageous middle barrier position provide tactical advantages, though the maiden status remains a concern.
The Freedman stable's strong debut record combined with Jamie Mott's solid combination strike rate and first-time gear changes suggest this debutant has been prepared to run well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Miss Lola | 10 | Ben Melham | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 5 | Pray Tell | 9 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Tagamate | 6 | Brad Rawiller | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Gathers No Stone | 3 | Ben Allen | Shawn Mathrick | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Ninetyfiveinafifty | 7 | Craig Williams | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Serene Defense | 11 | Jake Noonan | Brett Conlon | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Shy Velocity | 2 | Jason Maskiell | Alexander Rae | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Another Link | 5 | Lachlan Neindorf | G Eurell | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Luminaza | 1 | Jabez Johnstone | C Maher | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Sonic Surge | 12 | Mark Zahra | Lloyd Kennewell | 59.5kg | $3.30 |
| Scr | 2 | Estate Agent | 8 | Joe Bowditch | Michael Farrell | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Perfect Link | 13 | G Eurell | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Azulita | 4 | Lee & Shannon Hope | 57.5kg |
The Maurice gelding gets significant weight relief and has proven class at this level, unlike many debutants in the field.
Meness gets the premium Craig Williams booking and is the only runner with 1400m experience. Despite a poor last start, the barrier trial win indicates fitness and the Ghaiyyath breeding suggests staying ability for the step up in distance.
Ko Phangan represents the classic second-up improver from the powerful Busuttin & Young stable. Despite a poor fresh run, the colt has placed when second up before and gets an ideal preparation gap of 25 days.
Satono's Shout offers value as the only runner with proven heavy track experience, having run 4th on Heavy 8 last start. The Chris Waller/Ben Melham combination adds confidence despite the wide barrier draw.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Vallice | 8 | Jabez Johnstone | C Maher | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Meness | 9 | Craig Williams | M W Walker | 58.5kg | $3.80 |
| 3rd | 4 | Satono's Shout | 12 | Ben Melham | C J Waller | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 6 | Gallantry | 10 | Lachlan Neindorf | P Stokes | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Youmzain Express | 11 | Thomas Stockdale | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 12 | Miss Waititi | 4 | Logan Bates | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Opal Heritage | 5 | Joe Bowditch | P Stokes | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Frankel's Word | 3 | Mark Zahra | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 10 | Stayinharmony | 2 | Tom Madden | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 58kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Ko Phangan | 7 | Jamie Mott | T Busuttin & N Young | 59kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Make 'em All | 1 | Damien Thornton | Dominic Sutton | 59kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Girl With A Pearl | 6 | Dylan Dunn | J G Symons & S Laxon | 57kg |
Realika offers solid each-way value with her proven track/distance success and consistent form. The inside barrier is perfect for Sandown-Lakeside's leader bias, and her BM70 experience gives her class edge over some rivals. While heavy track form is limited, her overall reliability makes her a strong place chance.
Hotinherre represents the best roughie chance with Craig Williams' booking the key positive. Her recent 2nd shows current fitness, and the light weight gives her a chance if the class rise isn't too severe. The champion jockey's engagement suggests connections believe she can handle the step up.
Oak Beach presents the strongest winning chance despite heavy track concerns. Her recent 2nd at this track in similar grade, combined with proven class (3 wins from 11 starts) and ideal barrier position for the leader-biased track, outweighs the heavy track question mark. The Freedman stable's strong form and Mott's effective partnership add confidence.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Foire De Trone | 5 | Jabez Johnstone | C Maher | 55kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 7 | Hotinherre | 4 | Craig Williams | Charlotte Littlefield | 54kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 4 | Realika | 1 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 57kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 6 | Morisu Ojo | 2 | Logan Bates | C Maher | 54kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Burlington Gate | 6 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Ashana | 3 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Oak Beach | 3 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 59.5kg |
His heavy track record is outstanding with 5 wins from 19 starts, including a recent victory at Warrnambool on Heavy 10. The class drop from his last start and proven staying ability at 2400m make him the form pick despite carrying top weight.
His previous win at Sandown-Lakeside and strong staying credentials make him a genuine contender, though the class rise and wide draw present challenges on this leader-biased track.
Improving mare with strong recent heavy track form and significant weight advantage. Her close second at Warrnambool on Heavy 8 suggests she handles the conditions well, and the 54kg impost could be decisive in a staying test.
His distance credentials are strong with wins at 2400m and 2100m, and the Neil Farley/Conron combination has excellent strike rate. The lack of heavy track experience is the main concern.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Empress Of The Sun | 6 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 54kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Ardashir | 2 | Lachlan Neindorf | C Maher | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Houdini | 7 | Mark Zahra | Gavin Bedggood | 58kg | $2.10 |
| 4th | 6 | Hawk Power | 5 | Zac Spain | P Koumis | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Sunsets | 1 | Jamie Mott | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Astradeel | 4 | Tom Madden | Adam Chambers | 61kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 4 | Vegas Jack | 3 | Neil Farley | C A Conron | 57.5kg |
Lovelycut stands out as the most logical winner based on her superior heavy track credentials and class drop. Her heavy track record of 1-1-0 from 2 starts demonstrates genuine wet track ability, crucial on today's Heavy 8 surface.
Impending Link brings strong current form having won his last start and benefits from the second up pattern. Craig Williams' booking is significant, and while he lacks heavy track experience, his soft track record suggests adaptability to rain-affected surfaces. The class level is appropriate and distance suits perfectly.
Vivacissimo brings excellent recent form and distance credentials but faces the significant challenge of heavy track conditions without prior experience. The barrier 1 draw and strong connections provide positives, but the lack of wet track form is a major concern on today's Heavy 8 surface.
Louis Barthas offers value based on his perfect record at this track/distance and heavy track experience. However, the significant class rise and extended break create uncertainty.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Didn't Miss Many | 5 | Holly Durnan | Archie Alexander | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Lovelycut | 8 | Beau Mertens | Reece Goodwin | 60kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Raikoke | 3 | Logan Bates | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Louis Barthas | 2 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 4 | Chest Of Gold | 7 | Julius Sandhu | 59.5kg | $4.80 | |
| 6th | 2 | Impending Link | 6 | Craig Williams | G Eurell | 60kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 7 | Epimeles | 4 | Jamie Mott | T Busuttin & N Young | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Vivacissimo | 1 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg |
Second-up specialist with proven heavy track ability gets the services of Craig Williams from an ideal barrier. The Waller-trained filly won second-up last preparation and placed on heavy going previously. Despite the class rise, the combination of elite jockey booking and tactical advantages makes her the standout.
Quality filly with recent form suggesting she's ready to win. The narrow defeat at Caulfield Heath was impressive and Luke Nolen's booking adds confidence. Lack of heavy track experience is the main concern but class and recent form suggest she can handle the conditions.
Consistent performer dropping slightly in class with proven heavy track credentials. The Bedggood-trained filly has been competitive in recent starts and her heavy track placing gives confidence. Wide barrier is a concern but her forward racing style can overcome it.
Barrier draw is a concern but her class edge provides value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Brilliant Horizon | 10 | Jake Noonan | A W Noonan | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 12 | Gisella | 2 | Declan Bates | Dan O'Sullivan | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Amping Lass | 3 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Tan Tat Delight | 4 | Craig Williams | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 5 | She Won't Fold | 8 | Melea Castle | Ms R Waymouth | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Hi Val | 5 | Jabez Johnstone | C Maher | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 11 | Tillya Tepe | 11 | Logan Bates | R D Griffiths | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Blondie's Award | 6 | Zac Spain | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Brroosha | 7 | Molly Bourke | C Maher | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Semelle Rouge | 1 | Jackson Radley | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Biologics | 12 | Luke Cartwright | G M Begg | 60kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Hey Kleine Maus | 9 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 59kg |
Lightly raced filly with clear upside stepping up from maiden/Class 1 level. The Hayes stable excels with progressive types, and the 4kg weight advantage combined with Luke Currie's booking suggests strong stable confidence. While the heavy track is unknown territory, her class and light weight make her the most likely winner despite the step up in grade.
Last start winner stepping up from Class 2 level with solid soft track credentials. The Mark Zahra booking and strong trainer combination suggest confidence, but the heavy track conditions and significant class rise present challenges. His consistency and recent winning form keep him competitive despite the unknowns.
Last start winner who has shown she can handle wet conditions with her heavy track placing. The Rawiller/Yeomans combination has been successful, and her recent form suggests she's in good order. The wide barrier is concerning at this track, but her proven heavy track ability and current form make her a strong each-way chance.
Represents excellent value with his perfect heavy track credentials and 100% strike rate at 1400m. Last start winner stepping up in class but the conditions strongly favor his racing pattern.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Ultra Blue | 10 | Logan Bates | Tom Dabernig | 60kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 3 | Sparkling Luck | 3 | Mark Zahra | Lloyd Kennewell | 60.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 7 | Male Model | 5 | Jake Noonan | John Thom | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Give Some Lip | 4 | Luke Cartwright | Reece Goodwin | 52.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Zerre | 11 | Craig Williams | Glen Thompson | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Camp Cable | 7 | Jackson Radley | Lee & Shannon Hope | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Astiquer | 6 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 11 | Double Pi | 9 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Electric Belle | 1 | Jason Maskiell | Jack Laing | 59kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Cherish Me | 8 | Jabez Johnstone | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Vianarra | 2 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Thunder Hawk | 12 | Brad Rawiller | Lucy Yeomans | 58kg |
Electric Tommy presents as the standout selection based on his exceptional first up record and proven heavy track ability.
Rodriquez earns respect through the Craig Williams booking and recent form improvement. His wet track ability and the step up in class with elite connections suggest stable confidence, though the wide draw and distance query present challenges at this tight, leader-favoring circuit.
Persian Caviar brings course and distance winning form and elite connections to this contest. Her April victory here provides confidence, though the heavy track conditions present a significant unknown given her breeding and lack of wet track exposure.
The class rise is substantial, but the impressive maiden win and favorable racing conditions make him an interesting roughie chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Lauberhorn | 2 | Mark Zahra | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 8 | Gunado | 10 | Declan Bates | W Morrissey | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Volatile | 5 | Luke Cartwright | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Riproar | 7 | Ben Allen | Reece Goodwin | 60kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Electric Tommy | 11 | Logan Bates | A & S Freedman | 60.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 3 | The Grumpy Bear | 4 | Craig Newitt | Lloyd Kennewell | 61kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Rodriquez | 12 | Craig Williams | Brian McGrath | 60kg | $2.50 |
| 8th | 13 | Olivia Rose | 8 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 5 | Danaustar | 9 | Holly Durnan | Mitchell Freedman | 57kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Royal Flare | 15 | Jamie Melham | B J McCarthy | 62kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Regal Might | 14 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Persian Caviar | 13 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Legacy Bay | 3 | Luke Currie | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Happy Link | 1 | Lachlan Neindorf | G Eurell | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Stellar Mofeed | 6 | Jake Noonan | K L Corstens | 56kg |
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