Victoria · Tuesday 14 July 2026
Ballarat Synthetic tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Ballarat Synthetic. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Mortimer Petroleum Mdn Plate
Strong stable and jockey combination adds confidence this progressive youngster goes well again.
A talented filly who was competitive in a stronger Open race on debut, now dropping sharply in grade. The layoff is a concern but the class drop and quality debut form make her a legitimate placing chance, with upside if she translates that promise fresh.
A debutant with no exposed form but multiple gear changes suggesting the stable has prepared this runner specifically for today. Slotted among the projected leaders on the speed map, which suits the track's tendency to favour forward types.
- 1st3Pump The PedalsThomas Stockdale$16.00
- 2nd10BoridiZac Spain$3.30
- 3rd1CacchioneLachlan King$4.60
- 4th9Tennessee LightsCian Macredmond$12.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Pump The Pedals | 6 | Thomas Stockdale | Carly Thomas | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Boridi | 7 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 1 | Cacchione | 3 | Lachlan King | Dominic Sutton | 59.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 9 | Tennessee Lights | 11 | Cian Macredmond | Andrew Noblet | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Tag The Bride | 9 | Bree Temple | J D Sadler | 52kg | $3.30 |
| 6th | 4 | Sonic Bolt | 8 | Jett Stanley | Brent Stanley | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Le Glacon | 4 | Jason Webb | D E Coombes | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Something White | 1 | Amy Herrmann | Samantha Jeffreys | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Royal Marvel | 10 | Zac Moore | Bryan Dowsett | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Ice Ice Daisy | 5 | Alana Kelly | M Sell | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Lady In Red | 2 | Neil Farley | Shay Keating | 57.5kg |
Global Turf Mdn Plate
Barrier 3 suits a forward tactical position ideal for this track's bias towards runners prominent by the 400m.
The extended spell and wide barrier are red flags, but the class drop and stable strength provide real upside if she begins away from trouble.
Begonia's debut placing was promising and she carries positive stable and riding credentials into today's run. The extended spell and wide gate are legitimate concerns on a track that rewards forward positioning, but the deep class overlay assessment supports her chances given limited negative signals elsewhere.
Commandeur is the value play, coming off a genuine placing effort at Pakenham Synthetic just over a week ago with a similarly-drawn ideal barrier today.
- 1st9Vegas MissileThomas Stockdale$2.60
- 2nd2Bohemian StarJohn Allen$9.50
- 3rd16SpidermanBailey Kinninmont$101.00
- 4th3BozzaRyan Hurdle$20.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Vegas Missile | 3 | Thomas Stockdale | Clayton Douglas | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 2 | Bohemian Star | 9 | John Allen | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 16 | Spiderman | 13 | Bailey Kinninmont | Shawn Mathrick | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Bozza | 11 | Ryan Hurdle | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 15 | Prince Of Sparta | 7 | C Maher | 59.5kg | $31.00 | |
| 6th | 5 | Commandeur | 2 | Valentin Le Boeuf | F Stockdale | 59.5kg | $3.70 |
| 7th | 12 | Fine Sierra | 17 | Harry Coffey | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 13 | Perlage | 5 | Cian Macredmond | Andrew Noblet | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Diamond Dawn | 10 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Adrastos | 6 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Chromedome | 4 | Craig Atkinson | Aaron Peterson | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Street Legend | 1 | Neil Farley | Andrew Noblet | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Renege | 12 | Alana Kelly | Thomas Conlan | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Begonia | 15 | Zac Spain | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Collectionneur | 16 | Fred W Kersley | T & C McEvoy | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Tous | 8 | Jye McNeil | Reece Goodwin | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Keepy Uppy | 14 | Clint Marshall | 59.5kg |
Brandt Mdn Plate
Done My Job draws well and was narrowly beaten in a similar Ballarat Synthetic maiden last start. With a slow-tempo, tactical race shape expected, its ability to sit forward from barrier 4 and finish off suggests it is the most likely winner on current form trajectory.
Barrier 5 and blinkers going on suggest she can find a forward tactical spot and finish over the top of rivals in this open, winnable maiden.
Aqua Storm has been knocking on the door with three placings from five runs, including a strong recent effort at this same track.
- 1st2Done My JobJohn Allen$2.05
- 2nd3Duke Of ZhouTeodore Nugent$12.00
- 3rd12Apache SunriseCian Macredmond$3.60
- 4th8Last SummerValentin Le Boeuf$101.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Done My Job | 4 | John Allen | Andrew Bobbin | 59.5kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 3 | Duke Of Zhou | 8 | Teodore Nugent | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Apache Sunrise | 5 | Cian Macredmond | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | $3.60 |
| 4th | 8 | Last Summer | 11 | Valentin Le Boeuf | Anthony Cosgriff | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 7 | La Reel Deal | 2 | Harry Coffey | Mitchell Freedman | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Star Of Tennyson | 6 | Alana Kelly | Timothy McGuigan | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Testy Nic | 1 | Thomas Stockdale | Andrew Noblet | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 11 | The Toronado Kid | 12 | Ryan Hurdle | Chris Calthorpe | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 6 | I'mnodrummerboy | 7 | Liana Wood | Amy Small | 56.5kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Bologna Baby | 3 | Amy Herrmann | Jamie Barry | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Prized Magic | 9 | Logan McNeil | Michael Newton | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Aqua Storm | 13 | Jack Hill | Shane Jackson | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Etched In Blue | 14 | Lachlan King | Toby Lake | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Hellfire Bay | 10 | Neil Farley | Andrew Noblet | 59.5kg |
Manhari Mdn Plate
Crafty Queen produced her best effort last start finishing 2nd at this same track and distance, showing she handles the synthetic surface and gets the trip. Her improving form line combined with proven course suitability makes her the most reliable form-based pick in an open maiden, despite a wide draw.
Ashina has been the model of consistency, placing in 5 of her 6 starts including a runner-up effort at today's 1500m trip. First-up racing is a query but her spell record shows she can be competitive fresh, and the in-form John Allen adds confidence in a moderate-tempo race that suits her adaptable racing pattern.
Very Famous has been knocking on the door in a consistent campaign, including a run at this same track and surface. Stepping up to second-up and with a good gate to work with, she looks the type to build into contention through a moderate tempo race, offering solid each-way claims.
- 1st7OutsidethesquareTom Madden$4.60
- 2nd4Idling BehindLogan McNeil$31.00
- 3rd2Crafty QueenJack Hill$3.30
- 4th1AshinaJohn Allen$4.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Outsidethesquare | 4 | Tom Madden | G M Begg | 58kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Idling Behind | 9 | Logan McNeil | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Crafty Queen | 14 | Jack Hill | Q J Scott | 58kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 1 | Ashina | 12 | John Allen | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Embodiment | 6 | Alana Kelly | Nelson Smyth | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Very Famous | 3 | Lachlan King | Dominic Sutton | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Julep | 2 | Ryan Houston | Taige Weir | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Rhineglow | 15 | Jett Stanley | Brent Stanley | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 3 | Cup Day Baby | 8 | Lucinda Boyd | Michelle Payne | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Ta Ta Tango | 13 | Emily Pozman | Ricky Pike | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 14 | Hopkins Star | 11 | Amy Herrmann | P D Graesser | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Show No Doubt | 7 | Valentin Le Boeuf | Anthony Cosgriff | 58kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Just Curious | 10 | Neil Farley | Julie Scott | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Roxolani | 5 | Ruby Lamont | Ms C Alderson | 55kg | |
| Scr | 15 | French Court | 1 | Ryan Hurdle | Andrew Angelone | 58kg |
Global Turf (Bm70)
With a workable barrier and proven tactical versatility, this is the most likely winner on現 form.
Dramaticus is the most tested and consistent runner in the race, with a rock-solid recent form trend and proven ability at this class level.
Life Sentence boasts arguably the best track-specific form in the race, with a stellar record at Ballarat Synthetic and this exact distance. Despite stepping up in class, the horse has been in career-best form, winning and placing in its last two starts at this venue.
- 1st2Surreal I AmJye McNeil$2.40
- 2nd4Brave MissionNeil Farley$6.00
- 3rd7TolpuddlePatrick Moloney$31.00
- 4th1DramaticusJohn Allen$2.80
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Surreal I Am | 6 | Jye McNeil | John McArdle | 60.5kg | $2.40 |
| 2nd | 4 | Brave Mission | 7 | Neil Farley | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Tolpuddle | 9 | Patrick Moloney | Nick Ryan | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Dramaticus | 8 | John Allen | T & C McEvoy | 61kg | $2.80 |
| 5th | 5 | Life Sentence | 5 | Harry Coffey | Matthew Cumani | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 11 | King Alla | 3 | Teodore Nugent | Ann-Jeanette Tindale | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Swycho | 10 | Caitlin Hollowood | Michael Hickmott | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Savamoon | 2 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Hide Your Assets | 11 | Alana Kelly | S A Beani | 54kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Ashau Valley | 4 | Nadia Daniels | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Bon's Bling | 1 | Alana Kelly | Mitchell Freedman | 55.5kg |
Hygain Edge (Bm66)
Gates arrives in career-best form, running narrowly beaten in a similar-class synthetic race last start.
Dundonald looks the most likely leader in a genuinely slow-run race, a significant tactical advantage at this synthetic track where the ability to control tempo from the front is a proven winning trait. Recent form has been competitive at this exact class/track combination, suggesting he can go close to leading throughout.
Kawa was narrowly beaten last start at this same track and distance, showing she is well-suited to the conditions.
- 1st6DundonaldPatrick Moloney$4.80
- 2nd5AhabCian Macredmond$8.50
- 3rd3WinstonJohn Allen$4.20
- 4th8KawaHarry Coffey$4.80
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Dundonald | 3 | Patrick Moloney | G M Moloney | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Ahab | 6 | Cian Macredmond | Ann-Jeanette Tindale | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Winston | 2 | John Allen | John McArdle | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 8 | Kawa | 10 | Harry Coffey | Matthew Cumani | 55kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 7 | Morisu Ojo | 8 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Grunnettan | 9 | Caitlin Hollowood | Rhys Archard | 52kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Gates | 7 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Quite The Lass | 4 | Jye McNeil | Reece Goodwin | 60.5kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 4 | Highness | 5 | Adam Mc Cabe | Rachael Cunningham | 58kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Geegees Hisword | 1 | Christine Puls | Aaron Peterson | 54kg | $101.00 |
Sportsbet Blackbook (Bm62)
Mafee presents the strongest formline in the race, boasting a genuine synthetic specialist profile with a recent win at this same Bench 62 grade at Pakenham. Clear top selection on form.
Cumboogle has an exceptional record specifically at Ballarat Synthetic (2 wins from 3 starts) and drops in class today from Bench 70 grade races. Recent form includes back-to-back wins at this track under similar conditions.
A genuine each-way threat given his underlying class, but there is more risk here than the top two picks.
Brave Carol offers value as a track specialist with a perfect record at Ballarat Synthetic at today's trip (2 wins from 2), including a win last start.
- 1st12WhitsonTeodore Nugent$6.50
- 2nd6Bonfire JimmyJack Hill$14.00
- 3rd3Margin CallJye McNeil$8.50
- 4th4Bold PrintJason Maskiell$7.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Whitson | 6 | Teodore Nugent | Ann-Jeanette Tindale | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Bonfire Jimmy | 4 | Jack Hill | Shane Jackson | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Margin Call | 10 | Jye McNeil | C Maher | 61.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Bold Print | 7 | Jason Maskiell | Rachael Cunningham | 60kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Fast 'n' Inzaine | 2 | John Allen | C Maher | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Cumboogle | 8 | Olivia East | L E Robertson | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Brave Carol | 9 | Thomas Stockdale | Andrew Noblet | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 10 | Cosmic Grace | 11 | Harry Coffey | Lloyd Kennewell | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Mafee | 3 | Zac Spain | Reece Goodwin | 61.5kg | $4.80 |
| 10th | 5 | White Bear | 1 | Adam Mc Cabe | Logan McGill | 59kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Magic Field | 5 | Zac Moore | A J Clarken | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Where's Poppy | 12 | Neil Farley | M T Leonard | 58.5kg |
Hygain Edge (Bm62)
Tommyess arrives in career-best form, having just won at this same track and distance, and has placed in the past at this exact grade. With a very fast pace expected today, his ability to sit off speed and finish through the line is a genuine advantage. Retaining the winning rider adds confidence.
Audio Pop Cam is unbeaten on synthetic and won her most recent start at this same track/distance in tougher grade company. The class drop today is a strong positive, and her barrier draw suits the fast pace on offer. A genuine threat to go back-to-back.
A watching brief is warranted given the query around class, but the raw ability looks well above test-grade maiden company.
Miss Mahjong is proven around this track and trip, with a favourable class drop into today's race after facing tougher company recently.
- 1st2Audio Pop CamOlivia East$3.20
- 2nd4Miss MahjongCian Macredmond$12.00
- 3rd9TommyessJohn Allen$4.20
- 4th10ZouletteJett Stanley$26.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Audio Pop Cam | 5 | Olivia East | T & C McEvoy | 59.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Miss Mahjong | 12 | Cian Macredmond | Matthew Cumani | 60.5kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Tommyess | 8 | John Allen | Tom Dabernig | 59.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 10 | Zoulette | 4 | Jett Stanley | C Maher | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Superset | 6 | Bailey Kinninmont | Shawn Mathrick | 61.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Mr Butt's Boats | 2 | Neil Farley | N A Blackiston | 61kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Bark | 1 | Alana Kelly | N J Dyer | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Sacramental | 16 | Harry Coffey | Mitchell Freedman | 60kg | $16.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Queen Amanjena | 13 | Neil Farley | C A Conron | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Hyper Ballad | 9 | Thomas Stockdale | C Maher | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Poisonous | 3 | Amy & Ash Yargi | 59.5kg | $26.00 | |
| 12th | 12 | Bangalow Road | 14 | Teodore Nugent | Dan O'Sullivan | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Magnardo | 15 | Jye McNeil | Reece Goodwin | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Sunni Mofeed | 10 | Jason Maskiell | Ms W Kelly | 58kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Hughie | 7 | Jamie Edwards | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Elphaba | 11 | D J Cannon | 55kg |
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