Progressive 3yo gelding with compelling credentials despite class rise. Perfect 2-from-4 record at 1200m and won last start on Soft 5 carrying 58.5kg. The drop to 55.5kg provides significant relief in this BM72 company. While the step up from BM64 is notable, his light weight, proven wet track ability, and strong distance form offset this concern. The slow tempo predicted suits his adaptable style from barrier 6. Winter racing favours emerging types over established plodders, and this lightly-raced gelding fits the profile.
New South Wales · Saturday 4 July 2026
Rosehill tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 10 races at Rosehill. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Midway (Bm72)
The 4yo mare has won all three starts on wet tracks, demonstrating clear surface preference. Inside barrier 4 is ideal given Rosehill's soft track characteristics favouring handy runners. However, confidence is tempered by limited sample size (only 13 starts) and struggles at BM78 level. The class ceiling appears to be BM72, making this a suitable level.
However, the statistics are damning: 0 wins from 7 attempts at 1200m and 0 wins from 5 soft track starts. In winter's open racing, consistent types often fill placings while others win.
Value roughie with strong wet track credentials and ideal racing setup. The 4yo gelding won last start on Heavy 8 and boasts an impressive 3-3-2-1 record on wet tracks. Barrier 1 is perfect for a horse that races on-pace, especially in the predicted slow tempo with no genuine leaders. The 50% strike rate with Collett (1 from 2) adds confidence. While the BM64 to BM72 rise is significant, his wet track ability and tactical advantage from the inside gate provide genuine winning chances. Winter racing rewards these setups over pure class.
- 1st13Nullarbor JaneAnna Roper$6.00
- 2nd14Last DruidAlysha Collett$20.00
- 3rd11MyriadTom Sherry$10.00
- 4th5Island DecAdam Hyeronimus$3.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Nullarbor Jane | 2 | Anna Roper | J G Sargent | 53kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 14 | Last Druid | 1 | Alysha Collett | T J Bartley | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Myriad | 6 | Tom Sherry | Nathan Doyle | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Island Dec | 4 | Adam Hyeronimus | R & L Price | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Motoscafo | 5 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | John Thompson | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Harlex | 3 | Siena Grima | P M Perry | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Apache Breeze | 11 | Reece Jones | Wayne Seelin | 54kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Against The Law | 8 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Bryce Heys | 52.5kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 2 | The Extreme Cat | 9 | Tim Clark | Nathan Doyle | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Zounaka | 7 | William A Stanley | John Thompson | 54.5kg | $5.50 |
| 11th | 8 | Xpresso | 10 | Tyler Schiller | Marc Chevalier | 57kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Norton Road | 7 | R A Bailey | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Formal | 7 | Nathan Doyle | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | President | 12 | J C Coyle | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Attractiveness | 14 | Richard & Will Freedman | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Maz Kanata | 4 | J C Coyle | 54kg |
TAB Highway Hcp (C3)
The best-credentialed second-up runner with strong positional advantages. Ran 4th in this exact race last start at Rosehill 1200m Soft, so she knows the track and assignment. Second-up record (25% win rate) is compelling, and nose roll first time may provide the edge needed. Barrier 3 and 54kg are significant advantages in a tactical race. Main concern is 0 wins from 7 attempts at 1200m, suggesting this may be minimum distance. However, class, fitness, and positioning offset this.
The distance specialist with perfect 1200m record (4:2-0-0) but significant first-up query. While his 50% win rate at the trip is compelling, the 0% first-up record (2:0-1-0) and 132-day spell raise fitness concerns. Port Macquarie form is country-level, and last start 13th at Class 5 before the spell was poor. However, Bullock's 50% strike rate with the horse and 30% recent form suggest stable confidence. Barrier 1 in a moderate tempo race allows him to control the speed if fit enough. Soft track form (50% win/place) is a positive. The class rise is steep, but distance suitability may compensate. Place chance at best first-up.
The most reliable winning chance based on current form and class suitability. Last-start Class 3 winner on Soft 6 with proven 1200m credentials (10:2-2-1). While the 14-day backup and topweight are concerns, she's the only runner with recent winning form at this exact level. Inside barrier (4) is crucial in a race with no genuine speed, allowing tactical positioning. Soft track record (22% win rate) and BM94 exposure demonstrate she belongs at this grade.
Too Hot To Torque brings impressive credentials with a perfect 1200m record and strong winning form, but faces critical questions about Good 4 track suitability. All three career wins came on heavy tracks, and today's Good 4 surface represents unknown territory. The class rise from provincial BM66 to metro Class 3 is significant, though his progressive profile suggests capability. The 24-day gap and barrier 10 are manageable concerns.
Last-start BM58 winner at similar class level to today. Soft track form is strong (75% place rate), and Schiller/Williams 38% combination shows stable confidence in the step-up. Limited 1200m experience (2:1-0-0) is a query, but the one win came at this trip. Class rise is manageable given recent form.
- 1st3It's A TataIzzy Neale$26.00
- 2nd13Indi SpringsBraith Nock$6.50
- 3rd1KreonAnna Roper$31.00
- 4th2NeesonPierre Boudvillain$9.00
Full result · 16 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | It's A Tata | 2 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | Indi Springs | 18 | Braith Nock | M D Griffith | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Kreon | 19 | Anna Roper | D A Williams | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Neeson | 11 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 20 | Extrio | 5 | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $16.00 | |
| 6th | 14 | Polymer | 9 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Paul Snowden | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Martini Mumma | 3 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Matthew Dale | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Nimble Star | 17 | Alysha Collett | Brett Robb | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Nirmata | 13 | Siena Grima | C K Martin | 54.5kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Calypso Rocket | 1 | Aaron Bullock | M P Quinn | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Zahdi | 6 | Reece Jones | Ms G Williams | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 16 | Kendalia | 16 | Tim Clark | Matthew Dale | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 13th | 15 | Dubbo Boy | 15 | Tyler Schiller | D A Williams | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 14th | 10 | King Of Dragons | 20 | Matthew Dale | 57kg | $12.00 | |
| 15th | 21 | Sir Lunchalots | 10 | Anthony Warren | 54kg | $101.00 | |
| 16th | 19 | La Mer Bleue | 8 | A L McRae | 54kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 5 | Occult | 12 | Tom Sherry | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 58kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Too Hot To Torque | 10 | M J Dunn | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Vinolass | 22 | K Dryden & L Snowden | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Jenni The Jet | 14 | Matthew Dale | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Rollo | 7 | Winona Costin | Ms D Scott | 54kg | |
| Scr | 22 | She Within | 4 | Adam Hyeronimus | D A Williams | 58kg |
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The only horse with proven winning form at this exact distance on a soft track. Won debut at Warwick Farm Soft 5 over 1100m just 10 days ago, beating Letters Patent who also runs today.
Kerrin McEvoy's 22% strike rate with Bjorn Baker is a significant positive, and the booking of a senior Group 1 jockey for a 2YO debut signals stable intent. Inside barrier 7 and light weight 54.5kg are ideal for soft-track racing at Rosehill. Ear muffs suggest possible temperament management.
A first-up specialist who won on debut and returns after a 147-day break. Dropping from Listed to Open class provides a class edge. However, significant concerns exist: never raced on soft ground or at 1100m, and the lengthy spell raises fitness questions.
Inside barrier 2 and lightest weight 53kg are significant advantages, while first-time blinkers may provide improvement. The class rise from country to metro Open is a concern, but the recent Randwick placing suggests she can handle this level.
- 1st1OmolongSiena Grima$3.10
- 2nd2SeeiayeAdam Hyeronimus$6.50
- 3rd3Satin SummerTim Clark$5.50
- 4th15Sweet LeafBraith Nock$16.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Omolong | 8 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 56kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 2 | Seeiaye | 13 | Adam Hyeronimus | Peter Snowden | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Satin Summer | 3 | Tim Clark | Michael Freedman | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 15 | Sweet Leaf | 2 | Braith Nock | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 53kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Gatineau | 9 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Predation | 1 | Edward O'Rourke | 56kg | $13.00 | |
| 7th | 14 | Kotor | 7 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Bjorn Baker | 54.5kg | $3.10 |
| 8th | 16 | Truly Graphic | 5 | Madeline Owen | A P Ball | 55kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Defensemen | 4 | Reece Jones | C J Waller | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Joint Venture | 6 | Anna Roper | C J Waller | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Letters Patent | 10 | C J Waller | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Regal Profit | 11 | Alysha Collett | G Portelli | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Fearless Win | 12 | Allan Chau | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Half Pipe | 14 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Resolutely | 6 | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Iced Fury | 12 | Tom Sherry | Richard Litt | 54.5kg |
Hitotsu At Arrowfield (Bm78)
She Within presents as the value selection in a wide-open winter BM78. The inside barrier 3 aligns with the moderate inside bias, and winter depth at this grade is shallow.
However, declining form (4th, 2nd last two), top weight 60.5kg, previous Rosehill failure, and jockey change from her winning combination raise concerns.
Jellicious is a distance specialist with a strong 1100m record (4:2-2-0) and represents the Waller stable with in-form jockey Grima (20% recent).
Importantly, she won her only 1100m start, suggesting distance suitability. The inside barrier 4 and proven Heavy form are positives. However, this is her first metropolitan start after country racing, she's unproven at Rosehill, and the step from country BM82 to metro BM78 is significant.
- 1st1Big Red TequilaAdam Hyeronimus$1.60
- 2nd7West Of DalbyTim Clark$13.00
- 3rd3Winning ProposalWilliam A Stanley$21.00
- 4th2JelliciousSiena Grima$9.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Big Red Tequila | 5 | Adam Hyeronimus | Joseph Pride | 60.5kg | $1.60 |
| 2nd | 7 | West Of Dalby | 8 | Tim Clark | Matthew Dale | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Winning Proposal | 1 | William A Stanley | John Thompson | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Jellicious | 6 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 10 | She Within | 3 | Winona Costin | D A Williams | 52kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Useapin | 2 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Silver Serenade | 7 | Mollie Fitzgerald | D A Williams | 49kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Gail Jeanette | 4 | Reece Jones | Angus Stewart | 52kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Island Dec | 8 | R & L Price | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Detain | 11 | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Nullarbor Jane | 10 | J G Sargent | 53.5kg |
Find Your Stakes Winner @ The Chase (Bm72)
He's unbeaten this preparation with two BM64 wins and the slow tempo suits his tactical racing style. The class rise from BM64 is significant and his limited experience (5 starts) is a concern.
Gorgeous represents a speculative third selection based primarily on jockey engagement and barrier draw. Tim Clark's booking (25% recent form) is a significant positive signal, and barrier 2 provides an inside advantage on the Soft track. The filly is dropping from Listed grade which gives her a class edge, and she's a proven soft track winner. She has no experience at 1300m and only a 17% career win rate. The slow tempo may suit her tactical style, but she needs to reverse a clear form decline.
Cheeky Smirk presents outstanding value having won this exact race last start. The 3yo gelding is a proven BM72 performer with a 40% career win rate and excellent wet track credentials (5:2-2-1). Most significantly, he won at Randwick Soft 5 over 1300m in his last start, demonstrating he handles these precise conditions. The inside barrier is ideal on Soft at Rosehill. The slow tempo may not ideally suit his racing pattern, but his proven form at this grade outweighs this concern in winter racing where recent performance trumps potential.
Attractiveness is a speculative value play based on her perfect second-up record and impressive first-up win. Her 40% career win rate shows natural ability and she's proven on soft tracks. Best suited as a small each-way saver for those seeking value outside the favoured runners.
- 1st4Hello CaptainSiena Grima$1.65
- 2nd5SequistaBraith Nock$7.50
- 3rd8AttractivenessKeagan Latham$9.00
- 4th7ViewpointAlysha Collett$71.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Hello Captain | 6 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $1.65 |
| 2nd | 5 | Sequista | 7 | Braith Nock | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Attractiveness | 8 | Keagan Latham | Richard & Will Freedman | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Viewpoint | 10 | Alysha Collett | Nacim Dilmi | 56.5kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Gorgeous | 2 | Tim Clark | David Pfieffer | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Crossbow | 11 | Adam Hyeronimus | C J Waller | 60.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Alphard | 3 | Tyler Schiller | C J Waller | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Just Too Fly | 1 | C J Waller | 63kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Cheeky Smirk | 1 | William A Stanley | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Pimlico | 4 | Tom Sherry | Tom Charlton | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Nandina | 5 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Arapawa | 9 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 52kg |
Kia Ora Bloodlines To Headlines (Bm78)
The inside barrier 5 aligns with the strong bias favoring gates 1-6. While stepping up from BM72, his track specialization and soft track prowess outweigh class concerns.
The inside barrier 6 and proven soft track ability are major positives.
His Group-level experience provides a class edge over most rivals, and the light weight of 55.5kg is advantageous. However, the complete absence of soft track success (0 from 2) is a major red flag on today's Soft 6 surface. The wide barrier 10 compounds concerns in a race with slow tempo and inside bias. While the class and speed are appealing, the wet track question mark prevents higher confidence.
However, barrier 1 is a significant concern given the track bias data, and his lack of Rosehill experience adds risk.
- 1st5PolyglotTim Clark$2.80
- 2nd7Columbia BlueTom Sherry$4.60
- 3rd9FormalBraith Nock$8.50
- 4th3Shropshire LadReece Jones$8.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Polyglot | 6 | Tim Clark | Michael Freedman | 58kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 7 | Columbia Blue | 12 | Tom Sherry | Joseph Pride | 56kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 9 | Formal | 4 | Braith Nock | Nathan Doyle | 53.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Shropshire Lad | 5 | Reece Jones | R P Northam | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Teylu | 1 | Pierre Boudvillain | G P Vella | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Sneaky Pee Cee | 2 | Winona Costin | D A Williams | 52kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Aleppo Pine | 10 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Richard Litt | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 10 | Century Song | 3 | Tyler Schiller | R & L Price | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Tristate | 9 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Edward Cummings | 60kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Chemtrail | 11 | Alysha Collett | D A Williams | 52.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Just Too Fly | 7 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Harry Got Styles | 8 | Adam Hyeronimus | M M Laurie | 58kg |
TAB (Bm78)
Shangri La Impact presents as the most credible winning chance based on proven form at the distance and conditions. The 40% win rate and 70% place rate demonstrate consistency, and her wet-track record (7:3-2-0) is superior to most rivals.
While she's been competitive at BM78 level with two close 4ths, she's yet to break through at this grade and faces significant queries. Most concerning is her complete lack of 2000m experience and poor soft track record in Australia (0 wins from 2 soft starts). Her UK form was predominantly on synthetic surfaces, not turf. She's a place chance but not a confident win selection.
While his perfect Australian record (2 from 2) is impressive, the extremely limited experience (only 3 career starts) makes him difficult to assess at this level. The wide barrier 13 in a slow-tempo race is a major negative, and he has no second-up statistics to reference.
The significant class drop from G1 Melbourne Cup and G3 racing to BM78 is the key angle - he's been competing against far superior horses and now drops back to a winnable grade. The 2000m distance suits (3rd last start over trip), and the inside barrier 5 is ideal in a slow-tempo race. The gear change (hoof filler removed) suggests stable confidence, and the light weight of 52.5kg is a significant advantage.
- 1st4Anythink GoesAlysha Collett$18.00
- 2nd10Cormac TZac Wadick$26.00
- 3rd17Le TroisirTyler Schiller$7.00
- 4th13Engine Of WarAnna Roper$6.00
Full result · 17 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Anythink Goes | 7 | Alysha Collett | Matthew Smith | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Cormac T | 12 | Zac Wadick | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 53.5kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 17 | Le Troisir | 10 | Tyler Schiller | C J Waller | 53.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Engine Of War | 5 | Anna Roper | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 52.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 16 | Fay's Angels | 1 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 53.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Golden Century | 8 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Shangri La Impact | 16 | Adam Hyeronimus | Tom Charlton | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Nasebah | 14 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Lincoln Rocks | 6 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 20 | Velaris | 15 | C J Waller | 53kg | $26.00 | |
| 11th | 14 | I Park | 3 | Winona Costin | Ms L Brennan | 54.5kg | $91.00 |
| 12th | 15 | Laspirit Deeler | 4 | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 54kg | $151.00 | |
| 13th | 18 | Hammoon Heroine | 17 | Reece Jones | Matthew Smith | 52kg | $41.00 |
| 14th | 5 | Mo Chroi | 13 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 15th | 2 | Stylebender | 2 | Keagan Latham | Ms K Buchanan | 59kg | $61.00 |
| 16th | 7 | Sting In The Tail | 18 | Jay Ford | C J Waller | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 17th | 9 | Black Babylon | 9 | Tom Sherry | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Kapakiri | 19 | William A Stanley | C J Waller | 53.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Lennox | 11 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | |
| Scr | 19 | Fioprospero | 20 | Matthew Smith | 54kg |
Ranvet (Bm88)
Eye Of The Fire represents the most reliable winning chance based on proven BM88 form and strong second-up pattern. Placed at BM94 last start beaten half a length, showing he's competitive at this grade. The slow tempo suits his adaptable racing pattern from barrier 6.
The Pride/Hyeronimus combination strikes at 20% and the gelding has strong soft track credentials (6:2-1-0). Won at BM78 level fresh last preparation and placed at BM88 before the spell. The 126-day break is a concern but his fresh record suggests he can overcome it. Elite speed may be advantageous in a slow tempo race where he can control from a forward position.
His Rosehill 1200m record (3:1-0-0) and forward barrier position are strong, but this represents a genuine test. Include in exotics but prefer proven grade performers for the win.
The gear change (bar plates off) suggests stable confidence and he's dropping from a Group 3 attempt. Small each-way saver only for the brave.
- 1st4Dark GlitterAnna Roper$14.00
- 2nd12Smashing TimeMollie Fitzgerald$2.70
- 3rd7Midnight OpalKerrin Mc Evoy$9.00
- 4th6Gatsby'sAdam Hyeronimus$5.50
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Dark Glitter | 8 | Anna Roper | M F Van Gestel | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Smashing Time | 2 | Mollie Fitzgerald | R & L Price | 52kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 7 | Midnight Opal | 5 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Nathan Doyle | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Gatsby's | 7 | Adam Hyeronimus | Joseph Pride | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 10 | Dollar Magic | 9 | Reece Jones | Sara Ryan | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Rock Empire | 10 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Romeo's Choice | 12 | Siena Grima | Richard Litt | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Celui | 1 | William A Stanley | Richard & Will Freedman | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Bandi's Boy | 3 | Jay Ford | D A Williams | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Eye Of The Fire | 6 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Bold Mac | 11 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | R D Collett | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Memoria | 4 | Tyler Schiller | K A Lees | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Big Red Tequila | 7 | Joseph Pride | 53.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Barbaric Lad | 13 | Clayton Douglas | 53kg |
Schweppes Winter Stakes
The standout selection based on current form and wet-track credentials. Midnight Dynamite has won 5 of 8 starts on soft ground and is unbeaten at 1400m. Last start Listed victory on Soft 5 at Randwick confirms readiness for this grade. Barrier 10 is manageable in the predicted slow tempo where he can settle midfield and finish strongly. While stepping up slightly in class, his recent form (4 wins from 6) and proven wet-track ability make him the horse to beat.
The value play in this race. His second-up record is strong (67% place rate) and he's proven at this level with Group 2 and Listed placings. Barrier 7 allows settling in the ideal midfield position in the predicted slow tempo. While his soft track record is moderate (10% win rate), his class and fitness trajectory suggest significant improvement.
The each-way chance with outstanding course-specific credentials. The 6yo gelding is proven at this level with solid soft track form (4 wins from 11). Barrier 8 provides a good settling position in the predicted slow tempo. The key is whether he can reproduce his best Rosehill form.
The roughie with elite credentials but significant concerns. His overall 18% strike rate indicates inconsistency.
- 1st1General SaluteTim Clark$8.50
- 2nd6MchaleAlysha Collett$10.00
- 3rd4Midnight DynamiteKerrin Mc Evoy$4.80
- 4th7WhinchatJay Ford$15.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | General Salute | 1 | Tim Clark | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Mchale | 2 | Alysha Collett | C J Waller | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Midnight Dynamite | 10 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Bjorn Baker | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 7 | Whinchat | 8 | Jay Ford | David Pfieffer | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Cool Jakey | 11 | Adam Hyeronimus | Joseph Pride | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Matusalem | 13 | Reece Jones | C J Waller | 54.5kg | $201.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Accredited | 7 | Aaron Bullock | Joseph Pride | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 15 | Glorious Moments | 4 | Tyler Schiller | J & G Lee | 53kg | $2.80 |
| 9th | 14 | Thunderlips | 5 | Winona Costin | Bjorn Baker | 53kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Pippie Beach | 3 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 53kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Amor Victorious | 6 | Tom Sherry | Bjorn Baker | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Mighty Ulysses | 9 | Adam Farragher | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 53kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Xidaki | 10 | Peter Snowden | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Williamsburg | 14 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 53.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Poison Chalice | 12 | Braith Nock | Joseph Pride | 53kg |
Petaluma (Bm78)
The Waterhouse/Bott stable is in form, Tim Clark has a 29% strike rate on this horse, and the 3yo is still improving. While the inside barrier isn't ideal and he lacks course/distance experience, his superior class and proven wet track ability make him the most likely winner.
This gelding has the right credentials for the race with an excellent course/distance record and strong first-up statistics. He won a BM72 here last preparation and handles soft ground well. However, the 161-day spell is a major concern, especially given his last start was a poor 10th. The jockey booking of Tom Sherry (0 from 20 recent) with no combination history is uninspiring. While the track/distance fit is perfect, he needs to overcome significant fitness doubts and poor recent form. Each-way value if fully wound up, but the break and jockey booking are red flags.
However, this represents a significant step up from BM72 to BM78, and with only 5 career starts, he's relatively untested. The 7-day backup and class rise are concerns.
The value play with outstanding wet track credentials and a superb second-up record (3 wins from 5 starts). Today is second-up, which is his prime strike zone. Soft 6 may not be wet enough for his pattern.
- 1st15SilvanitoAlysha Collett$8.50
- 2nd14FrontexTyler Schiller$21.00
- 3rd5SupermassiveTim Clark$3.00
- 4th13Invader ZimKerrin Mc Evoy$6.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Silvanito | 2 | Alysha Collett | Nathan Doyle | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 14 | Frontex | 6 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Supermassive | 3 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58.5kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Invader Zim | 5 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Sir Artie | 12 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Montpellier | 10 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 7 | High Blue Sea | 9 | Keagan Latham | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Interjection | 7 | Anna Roper | Tom Charlton | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Puntin | 8 | Tom Sherry | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Felix Majestic | 11 | Winona Costin | G R Nickson | 62kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Green Shadows | 1 | William A Stanley | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Cheeky Smirk | 6 | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Tarzing | 4 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Warrior For Peace | 17 | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Crossbow | 17 | C J Waller | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Brigidine Gal | 9 | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Acheson | 13 | K Dryden & L Snowden | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Hello Captain | 5 | C J Waller | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Pimlico | 8 | Tom Charlton | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Viewpoint | 7 | Nacim Dilmi | 54kg |
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