Subarashii Express is the standout selection despite limited experience. The inside barrier is a major advantage at Devonport Synthetic where leaders and handy runners dominate (20% win rate). The track bias heavily favours his racing pattern and barrier draw.
Tasmania · Sunday 12 July 2026
Devonport Synthetic tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Devonport Synthetic. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Ladbrokes Mega Multi 3yo Mdn
Sir William presents as a high-risk, high-reward proposition. The strong Pang/Brakey combination (50% from 2 rides) and multiple gear changes suggest the stable believes they've found the key.
Sanderson is a competent rider with 9% track strike rate, and the first-time gear additions indicate they've prepared specifically for debut. However, barrier 6 is a significant negative on this inside-biased track, and the cross-over nose band/tongue tie combination hints at potential breathing or control issues. The unknown trainer profile adds uncertainty, but in a weak maiden field, unknown upside can be valuable.
Cool As You is the value roughie with proven track credentials but declining form. The barrier 2 draw is a significant positive on this inside-biased track.
- 1st5Subarashii ExpressAnthony Darmanin$1.30
- 2nd1Cool As YouLauryn Bingley$11.00
- 3rd4Sir WilliamChristopher Pang$5.50
- 4th3Judge RoyaleKelvin Sanderson$11.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Subarashii Express | 1 | Anthony Darmanin | G J Stevenson | 57kg | $1.30 |
| 2nd | 1 | Cool As You | 2 | Lauryn Bingley | J K Blacker | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Sir William | 4 | Christopher Pang | Angela Brakey | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Judge Royale | 6 | Kelvin Sanderson | K P Hamilton | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Gym Princess | 7 | Kirra-Lee Lane | Yassy Nishitani | 52kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Eucumbene | 5 | Hayley Mc Carthy | Ms A Fulton | 57kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Ambleinn | 3 | Erica Byrne Burke | J K Blacker | 55kg | $21.00 |
Goodstone Group Mdn
Brutal Empire represents a calculated risk based on stable intent and connections rather than proven form. The combination of gelding plus removal of three gear items (winkers, tongue tie, ear muffs) signals the Blacker stable expects transformation. However, barrier 8 is a significant negative on this on-pace track, and first-up fitness after 214 days is a concern. This is a danger runner if the gear changes unlock improvement.
This Victorian visitor has been competitive at Bairnsdale and Pakenham, and the gear changes suggest stable refinement. However, barrier 9 is a critical negative at Devonport where inside draws dominate and races are won before straightening. She'll need to overcome the wide draw and settle closer than her barrier suggests, which is difficult for a track debutant.
The trainer/jockey combination has a limited 9% strike rate, which is concerning, but barrier 5 allows settling in the critical midfield zone. This is a speculative value play for those willing to trust stable confidence over proven form.
- 1st7Thermal MissBree Temple$3.00
- 2nd9Brutal EmpireErica Byrne Burke$10.00
- 3rd2Rum'unChloe Wells$3.40
- 4th1NicalbiKelvin Sanderson$6.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Thermal Miss | 1 | Bree Temple | Sarah Cotton | 53.5kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Brutal Empire | 7 | Erica Byrne Burke | J K Blacker | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Rum'un | 4 | Chloe Wells | Dean Wells | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 1 | Nicalbi | 3 | Kelvin Sanderson | Bradley Franklin | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Peninsula Rose | 8 | Lauryn Bingley | J K Blacker | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 6 | The Red She Devil | 9 | Hayley Mc Carthy | Barry Baker | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 4 | The Mountaineer | 6 | Christopher Pang | Rowan Hamer | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Spark Of Fire | 5 | Kirra-Lee Lane | P A Hill | 55.5kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 10 | Saltans | 2 | Luke P Dempsey | G J McCulloch | 56kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Una Paloma Blanca | 4 | J K Blacker | 56.5kg |
Kevin Sharkie Mdn
Guber presents the strongest winning case despite 0-19 record. The on-speed bias at Devonport suits his forward racing pattern, and barrier 7 allows tactical positioning. Connections struggling but horse's ability transcends that concern.
While Equivaster shows class with Victorian form and strong connections (Lane/Gaffney 20% combo), the outside gate on a track where barriers 13+ have 0% win rate from 8 runners is near-insurmountable. Recent 3rd at track shows venue suitability, but blinkers removal adds uncertainty. Would be genuine chance from inside draw, but must overcome positional bias that data shows is decisive. Place chance only from this gate.
Leo Davinci's outstanding track/distance record (4:0-2-2) makes him a genuine threat despite wide barrier. Recent consistency with 3rd placings last two starts here at 1350m confirms current form and venue mastery. Ganderton's strong recent form (20% strike rate) is positive, but barrier 13 creates major tactical challenge on a track where inside runners dominate. Each-way value given track knowledge.
Barrier 10 allows settling midfield with cover, and if moderate tempo eventuates, can position for strong finish.
- 1st9Da Silver FlashLuke P Dempsey$8.50
- 2nd6Stollaway NedLauryn Bingley$5.00
- 3rd3GuberKelvin Sanderson$5.00
- 4th5No QuitaAnthony Darmanin$17.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Da Silver Flash | 3 | Luke P Dempsey | J L Keys | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Stollaway Ned | 4 | Lauryn Bingley | J K Blacker | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Guber | 6 | Kelvin Sanderson | Patrick Dargan | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 5 | No Quita | 2 | Anthony Darmanin | Bradley Franklin | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Come To Light | 1 | Chloe Wells | M A Ganderton | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Equivaster | 10 | Kirra-Lee Lane | Ms L Gaffney | 53.5kg | $3.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Surf Soul | 5 | Hayley Mc Carthy | Dylan Clark | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Enuff Dosh | 8 | Erica Byrne Burke | J L Keys | 58.5kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Leo Davinci | 9 | Daniel Ganderton | Trent Wells | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Awesome Orphan | 7 | Christopher Pang | Rowan Hamer | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Wheelewe | 11 | J L Keys | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Gee Gees Brother | 3 | Sarah Cotton | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Honest Warrior | 9 | K P Hamilton | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Tea With The Queen | 8 | J F Luttrell | 56.5kg |
Meridian Horse Transport Hcp (C1)
Knights Reign is the model of consistency at this specific track/distance/class combination, with four consecutive top-three finishes and an ideal inside barrier suited to the on-speed bias. The concern is his inability to convert minor placings into wins, but the map suits perfectly for a breakthrough.
Nunkeri is a consistent synthetic-track performer with recent placings and a win at Devonport.
His consistent placing record and improving trajectory make him the most likely winner, even accounting for the step up in grade. Barrier 8 is workable given the track's moderate barrier bias.
While he has never won in 20 starts, his sound course form and current trajectory make him overpriced relative to his genuine place claims.
- 1st2MegalitaKelvin Sanderson$7.00
- 2nd1French SoulLauryn Bingley$6.50
- 3rd8NunkeriErica Byrne Burke$18.00
- 4th9OutbushBulent Muhcu$11.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Megalita | 9 | Kelvin Sanderson | G J Stevenson | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | French Soul | 4 | Lauryn Bingley | Gaetan Delon | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Nunkeri | 8 | Erica Byrne Burke | Adam Trinder | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Outbush | 2 | Bulent Muhcu | J F Luttrell | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Silver Grange | 3 | Christopher Pang | Angela Brakey | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Rippington | 7 | Daniel Ganderton | Barry Campbell | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Knights Reign | 1 | Kirra-Lee Lane | G J Stevenson | 55.5kg | $3.90 |
| 8th | 10 | Golden Sweet Heart | 5 | Hayley Mc Carthy | Ms L Gaffney | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Beau Warrior | 10 | Bree Temple | Andrew Moore | 53.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Colonel Bogey | 6 | Anthony Darmanin | Jessie Bazan | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Say It With Words | 7 | L A Wells | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Gie It Laldy | 2 | Patrick Dargan | 54kg |
Torque Gear For Guys Hcp (C4)
Garcon D'espoir presents the strongest form case with an exceptional Devonport Synthetic record and consistent recent placings in this exact class.
The synthetic circuit rewards forward, tactically-speed horses from good gates, and this galloper ticks every box for a strong showing.
Kireina Marubrah arrives in career-best form having just won at this venue and distance.
Billie The Great offers value as a精 consistent placegetter who rarely runs a bad race, with a favourable light weight and manageable barrier.
- 1st5Simply DeepAnthony Darmanin$6.50
- 2nd1Garcon D'espoirDaniel Ganderton$1.50
- 3rd9Billie The GreatHayley Mc Carthy$10.00
- 4th2Zoete's RockBulent Muhcu$26.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Simply Deep | 4 | Anthony Darmanin | Barry Campbell | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Garcon D'espoir | 7 | Daniel Ganderton | Yassy Nishitani | 59kg | $1.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Billie The Great | 5 | Hayley Mc Carthy | Bradley Franklin | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Zoete's Rock | 8 | Bulent Muhcu | J F Luttrell | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Kireina Marubrah | 6 | Erica Byrne Burke | Adam Trinder | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Who Can It Be Now | 2 | Luke P Dempsey | Rowan Hamer | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Sugoi Legend | 9 | Christopher Pang | Rowan Hamer | 59kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Dancing Wolf | 3 | Chloe Wells | Barry Campbell | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Get 'em Warrior | 10 | Lauryn Bingley | L A Wells | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Wild Dancer | 1 | Kelvin Sanderson | G J Stevenson | 57kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Tassie Power | 10 | S Gandy | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Launnie Nights | 2 | J K Blacker | 57kg |
Hospitality Tasmania (Bm64)
Houlihan is lightly-raced but rapidly improving, with a narrow last-start defeat at this same track/distance range and a maiden win before that. Barrier 7 fits the on-speed bias perfectly, and the Wells/Campbell stable combination is in career-best form. Class rise is a query but the улучшение trend and tactical suitability make her the most likely winner on model form assessment despite only 3 starts.
Fluffy's Girl is the most consistent placegetter in the race with a stellar 47% placing rate and ideal ways-of-going: inside barrier, light weight, dropping in grade. She maps to sit forward or handy which suits this track perfectly. The query is whether she can convert placings into a win, and the underperforming rider is a mild concern, but the historical profile and barrier make her a leading claim.
Cool Heart returns first-up off a long spell but has a strong record fresh and a genuine track/trip form line at Devonport (multiple minor placings). Barrier 4 sets up nicely for the on-speed bias, and in-form rider Darmanin adds confidence. The query remains conversion of placings to wins, but she represents a strong each-way threat in a competitive race.
Barrier 10 is a slight concern given the strong inside-gate bias, but the light weight and in-form apprentice make him workable as a value play if he can dial forward from that gate.
- 1st5The Real ManKirra-Lee Lane$6.00
- 2nd13VolkanovskiBulent Muhcu$17.00
- 3rd6Cool HeartAnthony Darmanin$7.50
- 4th9HoulihanChloe Wells$2.90
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | The Real Man | 10 | Kirra-Lee Lane | Liam Beamish | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | Volkanovski | 3 | Bulent Muhcu | J F Luttrell | 54kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Cool Heart | 4 | Anthony Darmanin | Jessie Bazan | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Houlihan | 7 | Chloe Wells | Barry Campbell | 55.5kg | $2.90 |
| 5th | 4 | The Spirit Of Zero | 6 | Christopher Pang | Yassy Nishitani | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Fluffy's Girl | 2 | Bree Temple | Christie Burt | 53kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 12 | Bellasario | 12 | Erica Byrne Burke | J K Blacker | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Miss Keeds | 1 | Kelvin Sanderson | Bradley Franklin | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Quicken Up | 5 | Luke P Dempsey | Rowan Hamer | 61.5kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Bold Instinct | 11 | Daniel Ganderton | Dean Wells | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Stars In The Night | 8 | Lauryn Bingley | G J McCulloch | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Ozturk | 9 | Hayley Mc Carthy | Rowan Hamer | 55.5kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Alpine Thunder | 12 | S Gandy | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Red Fox | 11 | M W Evans | 54kg |
Stall Gate Kiosk Hcp (C2)
Respite arrives in career-best form, having just saluted at this same track and trip. Her synthetic record (2 wins, 2 places from 7) is outstanding, and the Devonport bias toward forward-racing, handy types suits her perfectly. Barrier 11 is a mild concern but her tactical speed and proven big-race jockey combination make her the most likely winner on out-and-out form.
Her barrier (4) sets up nicely for forward positioning. A slight concern is she settles just off the speed rather than leading, but her class and consistency make her a leading threat to the top pick.
Tikken is a genuine synthetic-track specialist with a strong record at Devonport including two wins. His recent runs in stronger grade suggest he remains well placed dropping back to Class 2.
Regal Hunter was narrowly beaten last start at this same track and trip and drops back into similar grade with a golden inside barrier draw.
- 1st2TikkenKelvin Sanderson$4.20
- 2nd4Regal HunterBulent Muhcu$5.50
- 3rd8Coastal StrikeKirra-Lee Lane$8.50
- 4th5Al MaximusLauryn Bingley$81.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Tikken | 6 | Kelvin Sanderson | Trent Wells | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Regal Hunter | 2 | Bulent Muhcu | Jessie Bazan | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Coastal Strike | 11 | Kirra-Lee Lane | P A Hill | 52kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Al Maximus | 12 | Lauryn Bingley | J K Blacker | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Henley Extreme | 1 | Anthony Darmanin | Liam Beamish | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Respite | 10 | Erica Byrne Burke | Adam Trinder | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Tizsa Nice Drop | 4 | Jackson Radley | J K Blacker | 54kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Azonto | 3 | Daniel Ganderton | Barry Campbell | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 9th | 1 | Stroak Of Art | 5 | Christopher Pang | Rowan Hamer | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Say It With Words | 8 | Chloe Wells | L A Wells | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Striding Bay | 7 | Hayley Mc Carthy | L R Laskey | 54.5kg | $91.00 |
| 12th | 14 | Miss Pebbles | 9 | Bree Temple | Andrew Moore | 51kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Carnelian Rock | 1 | J K Blacker | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Mateus | 14 | J K Blacker | 54kg |
SEBA Sheetmetal (Bm64)
His barrier and forward racing style suit Devonport's strong on-speed bias, and the drop in grade should see him measure up well against this weaker opposition.
Tideford draws the ideal inside barrier at a track where gates 1-4 hold a clear edge. Dropping in grade from Bench 68 company, he was runner-up in a similar contest last start and placed third at this exact track/distance recently.
He's dropping slightly in class and has been running honestly, finishing 3rd-5th consistently.
- 1st1Don't Give UpKirra-Lee Lane$2.70
- 2nd4Alpine TroutBulent Muhcu$9.50
- 3rd2Merlin BeachAnthony Darmanin$5.00
- 4th7Purr SefaneeLauryn Bingley$21.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Don't Give Up | 6 | Kirra-Lee Lane | S Gandy | 58.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 4 | Alpine Trout | 11 | Bulent Muhcu | Barry Campbell | 55.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Merlin Beach | 9 | Anthony Darmanin | G J Stevenson | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Purr Sefanee | 8 | Lauryn Bingley | Bradley Franklin | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Gee Gee Can Win | 7 | Christopher Pang | Trent Wells | 52kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Tideford | 1 | Hayley Mc Carthy | L R Laskey | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Launnie Nights | 10 | Jackson Radley | J K Blacker | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Thin Red Line | 4 | Erica Byrne Burke | J K Blacker | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Alisent | 3 | Bree Temple | Andrew Moore | 51kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 6 | The Tazwegian | 2 | Chloe Wells | M A Ganderton | 54kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Steele My Sunshine | 5 | J F Luttrell | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Alpine Beau | 5 | Trent Wells | 54kg |
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