The wet-track credentials are established, barrier 4 maps perfectly for an on-pace position at Swan Hill, and the class drop is significant. The major concern is Tom Madden's current form drought (0 from 20) and the horse's inability to win from 7 attempts, but the form trajectory is clearly the strongest in this field.
Victoria · Friday 5 June 2026
Swan Hill tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Swan Hill. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Bet365 Bet Boost Mdn Plate
Coming second up from a spell with barrier 3 and a significant class drop, the conditions suit. However, Will Gordon's current form is poor and the horse has been unable to win from 7 attempts.
Tijola's main appeal is the Harry Coffey booking from the powerful Hayes stable, combined with blinkers first time and barrier 1. The horse has shown some improvement with a 4th at Werribee but lacks soft-track experience and has been well beaten in most starts. The elite stable engagement and gear change suggest connections believe improvement is coming, but the form profile is modest and the soft conditions are untested.
Jake Duffy has a solid 15% strike rate at Swan Hill and the Craig Weeding stable is a consistent country operation. With only one start, improvement scope is significant and the soft conditions are proven.
- 1st11FoxietJett Stanley$81.00
- 2nd7TextureJye McNeil$6.00
- 3rd5Menzies CreekTom Madden$3.50
- 4th6Pierre Le QuillWill Gordon$4.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Foxiet | 12 | Jett Stanley | Ms H Burns | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Texture | 10 | Jye McNeil | T & C McEvoy | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Menzies Creek | 4 | Tom Madden | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Pierre Le Quill | 3 | Will Gordon | Patrick Payne | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Royal Overture | 6 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Gold Decree | 8 | Brittany Button | P McVicar | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 8 | The Old Man | 13 | Logan McNeil | Ms G Johnstone | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Cattleman's Bar | 9 | Linda Meech | P A Preusker | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Tijola | 1 | Harry Coffey | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 10th | 4 | John Bull | 11 | Mitchell Aitken | Brent Stanley | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Josie Kate | 2 | Melissa Julius | Stephen Lenehan | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Go Ritzy | 5 | Cian Macredmond | Glen Sparkes | 58kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Apple Eyes | 7 | Craig Weeding | 56kg |
The Bottle O Swan Hill Mdn Plate
The filly showed genuine soft track ability when finishing third on Soft 6 at Seymour last start, which is directly relevant to today's conditions. The elite stable connection and quality jockey booking signal genuine intent. Second up from spell should see improvement. Despite limited form, the combination of class stable, proven soft track form, and quality rider makes this the most credible selection in a wide-open maiden.
The improving form trend culminating in a close second at Wodonga suggests the filly is building toward a win. Barrier 6 is ideal for Swan Hill's soft track profile.
Full Display is a complete unknown with no available form data, requiring full debutant proxy evaluation. The Patrick Payne stable booking is a significant positive intent signal, and Neil Farley's experience at Swan Hill adds credibility. However, the absence of any form data on a soft track at 1200m creates substantial uncertainty.
The filly has demonstrated genuine soft track ability with a placing on Soft 6 at 1200m at Towong, which mirrors today's conditions almost exactly. The improving form trend, ideal barrier draw, and proven wet track credentials make this a compelling each-way proposition.
- 1st10PravahaHarry Coffey$1.75
- 2nd2Call Me MauraWill Gordon$14.00
- 3rd5Full DisplayNeil Farley$4.00
- 4th11TagyouritTeodore Nugent$41.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Pravaha | 11 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 58kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 2 | Call Me Maura | 12 | Will Gordon | Taige Weir | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Full Display | 9 | Neil Farley | Patrick Payne | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Tagyourit | 10 | Teodore Nugent | P A Preusker | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Cheers To Us | 15 | Cassidy Hill | Ms J Duncan | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Asami | 5 | Brittany Button | G W Egan | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Valorada | 7 | Logan McNeil | Claire Patterson | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Tara's Crown | 6 | Jett Stanley | Ben Brisbourne | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Hexed | 1 | Alana Kelly | Daniel Kelly | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 4 | French Palace | 2 | Shayleigh Ingelse | P A Preusker | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 7 | La Shadow | 8 | Jake Duffy | Ms G Johnstone | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 14 | Nevawasanangel | 4 | Tom Madden | Peter Hardacre | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 13th | 9 | Pacific Pixie | 3 | Cian Macredmond | Stephen Lenehan | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 8 | Light Up The City | 14 | Milos Bunjevac | E W Nichols | 58kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 15 | Sparkles | 13 | Sarah Field | Michael Newton | 56.5kg |
Footts Swan Hill Demolition Group Mdn Plate
First-up record shows a placing, barrier 3 is ideal for Swan Hill soft conditions, and gear changes suggest the trainer is addressing issues. The soft track form edge and barrier advantage justify favouritism but confidence is tempered.
Magnus Maximus has soft track credentials with a placing at Echuca on Soft 5, is fit having raced 14 days ago, and draws the coveted barrier 1 at Swan Hill. Jake Duffy's strong Swan Hill record (15%) is a significant positive. The step up to 1200m from shorter distances should suit, and the inside draw on a soft track is a major tactical advantage.
Pick A Symphony has the highest raw speed ceiling in the field and a soft track placing at Wangaratta. The Patrick Payne stable is quality and Will Gordon rides well at Swan Hill. The horse has been a consistent placer but struggles to win.
The course and distance form is the standout positive in this field. The main concerns are no soft track placings and Chelsea Taylor's poor Swan Hill record.
- 1st2Angling For InfoBrad Rawiller$5.50
- 2nd3Aqua StormHarry Coffey$2.20
- 3rd7Magnus MaximusJake Duffy$4.80
- 4th8Pick A SymphonyWill Gordon$6.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Angling For Info | 5 | Brad Rawiller | D J O'Prey | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Aqua Storm | 3 | Harry Coffey | Shane Jackson | 59.5kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 7 | Magnus Maximus | 1 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 8 | Pick A Symphony | 9 | Will Gordon | Patrick Payne | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Roughnut | 6 | Chelsea Taylor | Ms J Duncan | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Sweatband | 2 | Mitchell Aitken | Brent Stanley | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 11 | West Of The Wall | 11 | Alana Kelly | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Mag Max | 10 | Liana Wood | Gary Cluning | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Bungowannah Rocks | 4 | Melissa Julius | Q J Scott | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Amber Rush | 7 | Neil Farley | Craig Weeding | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Kyalite Kid | 8 | Jett Stanley | Brent Stanley | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
Jarrod Arentz Electrical & Solar Solutions (Bm66)
Vegas Jack arrives in career-best form with back-to-back wins on Soft 5 at 2100m and 2400m in May 2026. The soft track record of 2 wins from 4 starts is highly relevant for today's Soft 6 conditions. Barrier 4 is ideal for Swan Hill's staying distance. The class rise to BM66 is the main concern, but current form trajectory and wet-track credentials make this the most likely winner.
My Uncle Did It has strong soft track credentials with 2 wins from 4 soft starts and a high career place rate. The Coffey/Wilde combination is productive. However, barrier 15 is a significant concern at Swan Hill's staying distance, likely forcing a wide run or backmarker position. The track bias data shows backmarkers have a 0% win rate in recent Swan Hill data, which is a serious negative. Fitness is good after a recent second at Werribee.
Aurora Rise drops significantly in class from Group 3 and Listed company to BM66, which is a major positive. However, the soft track record shows no wins from 4 starts, and recent form has been inconsistent. Assessed as slight overlay given the class drop.
Milady is a consistent placer on soft tracks with 2 placings from 8 soft starts and recent seconds at Ballarat (Soft 7) and Werribee (Soft 5) in staying races. Barrier 10 sits in the middle range which the track bias data favours. The main concern is the inability to win - 0 wins from 8 soft starts - and the class rise to BM66.
- 1st1Vegas JackNeil Farley$6.00
- 2nd15MiladyDean Yendall$7.00
- 3rd5My Uncle Did ItHarry Coffey$5.00
- 4th9Aurora RiseDeclan Bates$5.50
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Vegas Jack | 4 | Neil Farley | C A Conron | 61.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 15 | Milady | 10 | Dean Yendall | P A Chow | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | My Uncle Did It | 15 | Harry Coffey | Symon Wilde | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Aurora Rise | 3 | Declan Bates | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Powerful Torque | 6 | Linda Meech | David & Coral Feek | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Flash Of Dallas | 2 | Jye McNeil | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 10 | The Claimant | 11 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 6 | The Muffin Man | 13 | Jett Stanley | M J Enright | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 13 | Fiorente Spritz | 7 | Liana Wood | Raharna McDonald | 50kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Lightning Flash | 9 | Ben Brisbourne | 54.5kg | $31.00 | |
| 11th | 4 | Prince Pinot | 1 | Brad Rawiller | R G Symons | 59kg | $18.00 |
| 12th | 3 | Untethered | 14 | Will Gordon | P Kearney | 59.5kg | $9.50 |
| 13th | 14 | Red Sparks | 5 | Chelsea Taylor | Raharna McDonald | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Shogun Express | 8 | Jake Duffy | Patrick Payne | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Deficit | 12 | Brooke King | D C Saxon | 54kg |
Commercial Hotel Swan Hill Vobis Gold Elvstroem Classic
The improving form arc (6th-4th-1st) and demonstrated ability to grind on wet ground directly suits today's Soft 6 conditions at Swan Hill. While the class rise from Maiden to Open is significant, the wet track credentials and recency of form make this horse the standout on a day where soft-ground form is the primary differentiator.
Magiconi's sole career run produced a placing on Heavy 8 at Warrnambool, demonstrating wet track ability that is directly relevant to today's Soft 6. The inside barrier draw (4) is a genuine advantage at Swan Hill on soft ground.
Tiffany's primary appeal lies in the 2kg weight advantage, elite jockey booking from Jye McNeil, and ideal barrier 3 draw at Swan Hill. The McEvoy stable is a powerful operation and the winkers application suggests improvement is expected. However, the lack of any wet track experience is a significant concern on today's Soft 6, and the single career run on Good 4 provides limited confidence.
The jockey/trainer combination has a 16% strike rate. The lugging bit application is a slight concern suggesting behavioural work needed, but the nose roll addition is common for first starters.
- 1st10MountjoyDeclan Bates$4.20
- 2nd2Fontein JewelHarry Coffey$4.20
- 3rd3Running RichCraig Newitt$4.00
- 4th7Grandpa NeilTeodore Nugent$71.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Mountjoy | 9 | Declan Bates | Henry Dwyer | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 2 | Fontein Jewel | 10 | Harry Coffey | Ben Brisbourne | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 3 | Running Rich | 2 | Craig Newitt | Jarrod Robinson | 57kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Grandpa Neil | 6 | Teodore Nugent | Jason Warren | 57kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Baccano | 1 | Linda Meech | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Famous Rosy | 5 | Neil Farley | P Kearney | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Magiconi | 4 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Tiffany | 3 | Jye McNeil | T & C McEvoy | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 5 | Bay Ve | 8 | Jack Hill | Peter Lafferty | 57kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Resonant | 11 | Will Gordon | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Shield Of Athena | 7 | Jett Stanley | N A Blackiston | 55kg |
Vernon''s Steel (Bm78)
Ka Ying Cheer is the clear form pick here. The soft track record is limited but the recent Soft 6 placing is directly relevant. Top weight is a concern but the class form and fitness edge make this the most likely winner.
The blinkers removal is a notable gear change from the Hayes stable suggesting they expect improvement. Barrier 1 is ideal on Swan Hill soft. However, the 156-day absence and significant class rise from BM66 to BM78 are genuine concerns. The soft track record (1 win from 4 starts) provides some confidence. Best treated as a place proposition given the fitness query.
The 2-from-2 soft track record is the standout factor in this race, winning on Soft 6 at Cranbourne in April 2026. The 43% career win rate suggests genuine talent. The significant class rise from BM66 to BM78 is the primary concern, as is Tom Madden's current form slump (0 from 20).
Jacks On Ice ran third in the same Caulfield Heath Soft 6 race as Ka Ying Cheer on 20 May 2026, confirming race fitness and soft track ability. The 14-start soft track record (2 wins, 3 placings) is the best wet track credentials in the field outside Wolf Twenty One. Second-up record of 1 win and 2 placings from 7 starts suggests improvement from the recent run.
- 1st1Ka Ying CheerHarry Coffey$4.00
- 2nd5Make It SweetJake Duffy$13.00
- 3rd8Sea PoemDean Yendall$7.50
- 4th7Wolf Twenty OneTom Madden$10.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Ka Ying Cheer | 7 | Harry Coffey | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Make It Sweet | 2 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Sea Poem | 1 | Dean Yendall | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Wolf Twenty One | 8 | Tom Madden | Shane Jackson | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Jacks On Ice | 6 | Joe Bowditch | Mick Shepherdson | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 6th | 9 | Cool Magnum | 5 | Teodore Nugent | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Barbie'sdreamworld | 3 | Declan Bates | P A Chow | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 8th | 6 | Turned Down | 10 | Craig Newitt | M J Enright | 55.5kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Prince Of Parwan | 4 | Sarah Field | Josh Cartwright | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Cork Harbour | 9 | Brooke King | D C Saxon | 54kg |
Pooles Accountants Golden Topaz
Fancify is the standout selection dropping from Group 3 metro company to Open country level at Swan Hill. With a solid soft track record (2 wins from 7 starts) and a strong second-up profile (2 wins from 5 starts), conditions and preparation align well. The class drop is significant and should see her dominate this field.
The Brooke King combination is outstanding at 40% from 10 rides together. While stepping up significantly in class, the soft track record (2 wins from 6 starts) and improving form trend make this a genuine contender. The distance record of 3 wins from 5 starts at 1200m is also compelling.
However, the complete absence of soft track form (0 starts on soft) is a major concern on today's Soft 6 surface. The class rise is also significant. Barrier 4 is a positive but the wet track unknown makes this a risky proposition despite the strong dry form.
Press Down is the value selection based on proven Swan Hill form at this exact distance (1 win, 1 place from 2 starts) and a strong soft track record (2 wins from 6 starts). Blinkers first time at a track where he has won could sharpen performance.
- 1st12CrippsJett Stanley$3.90
- 2nd4FancifyHarry Coffey$10.00
- 3rd10Steel MoveHarry Coffey$6.00
- 4th9Salsa FellowDeclan Bates$3.70
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Cripps | 4 | Jett Stanley | P Kearney | 54kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 4 | Fancify | 10 | Harry Coffey | C Maher | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Steel Move | 11 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 54kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Salsa Fellow | 3 | Declan Bates | Henry Dwyer | 54kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 8 | Press Down | 6 | Neil Farley | Adam Chambers | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Contemporary | 2 | Dean Yendall | L Smith | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Shalailed | 1 | Alana Kelly | C V Kelly | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Gold Spirit | 9 | Brooke King | Grant Kluske | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Zoupurring | 7 | Teodore Nugent | Michael Hickmott | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Dashing | 5 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 14 | Prandium Tempus | 12 | Milos Bunjevac | E W Nichols | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Run Harry Run | 14 | Jye McNeil | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Taunting | 8 | Craig Newitt | Andrew Noblet | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Great Maximus | 13 | Linda Meech | R & C Jolly | 54.5kg |
Ultima Hotel (Bm70)
The Jye McNeil booking is a significant intent signal.
Em Sixty has a compelling case based on proven soft track ability and a win at this exact track and distance on Soft 7. The horse's 3 wins from 4 soft track starts is the best wet-track record in the field. Declan Bates retains the ride with a 50% win rate on this combination.
Pharoah's Glory won last start on Heavy 9 and has placed at Swan Hill 1600m, providing some track credentials. The lightweight of 54.5kg is a genuine advantage on soft ground. Included as third selection due to wet track form and track familiarity, but assessed as overpriced.
Stop The Rock won at this exact track and distance on Soft 7 in June 2025 and has a strong soft track record of 2 wins from 4 starts. The class drop to BM70 is significant given the horse has won at Open class level.
- 1st5Beach PadDean Yendall$16.00
- 2nd8GeffinaTom Madden$21.00
- 3rd6Em SixtyDeclan Bates$7.50
- 4th12Easy DunHarry Coffey$15.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Beach Pad | 3 | Dean Yendall | Shane Jackson | 60.5kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Geffina | 9 | Tom Madden | Aaron Purcell | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Em Sixty | 7 | Declan Bates | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 12 | Easy Dun | 6 | Harry Coffey | Andrew Noblet | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Champagne Jenni | 10 | Jett Stanley | Shane Jackson | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Magnetic Edge | 4 | Joe Bowditch | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Dramaticus | 1 | Jye McNeil | T & C McEvoy | 61.5kg | $2.50 |
| 8th | 10 | Our Lone Star | 2 | Brad Rawiller | Sean Mott | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Seethru | 8 | Cian Macredmond | Josh Cartwright | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 10th | 14 | Pharoah's Glory | 5 | Neil Farley | P Kearney | 54.5kg | $5.50 |
| 11th | 1 | Stop The Rock | 12 | Sarah Field | Patrick Payne | 61.5kg | $20.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Call Him Iggy | 11 | Will Gordon | Mathew Smerdon | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Nishino Crescent | 13 | Mitchell Aitken | Henry Dwyer | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Without Thinking | 14 | Jessica Booth | J G Symons & S Laxon | 59kg |
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