He has been knocking on the door at Carnarvon recently with a string of competitive placings. The low draw (2) gives him the tactical advantage. However, his lack of a win and no 1000m form are concerns.
Western Australia · Sunday 19 July 2026
Carnarvon tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 6 races at Carnarvon. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Costa Star is a consistent mare who has been running well at Carnarvon, including a third over 1600m last start. She drops from 53kg with the claim. The concern is the wide draw (13) over a sharp 1000m, which may force her back. Still, her low weight and reliability make her a place chance.
From The Rooftop is the most suitable runner for this race. He has placed twice at this exact track and distance, which no other runner can claim. The inside gate (4) and Rocky Cheung's strong local form give him every chance to control the race from a forward position.
Ginger Fizz is a speculative each-way play. The removal of blinkers could help him settle and finish off. Needs improvement but worth a small investment.
- 1st1Magic CaratsNatasha Faithfull$3.20
- 2nd8Tango RhythmMadi Derrick$5.50
- 3rd7Costa StarGiaan O'Donnell$3.80
- 4th3The SessioneNatika Riordan$4.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Magic Carats | 12 | Natasha Faithfull | R J Malpass | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 8 | Tango Rhythm | 8 | Madi Derrick | P J Daly | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Costa Star | 13 | Giaan O'Donnell | R R Evans | 53kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 3 | The Sessione | 2 | Natika Riordan | Aaron Pateman | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Rhaenya | 6 | D R Couper | 56kg | $31.00 | |
| 6th | 2 | Ginger Fizz | 7 | Jefferson Tsang | P R Bland | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Black Cilla | 9 | Sharni Webster | Malcolm Mackenzie | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Tiny Champion | 3 | Tara Atherden | Ms M Forrester | 52kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Dame D'argent | 11 | Kate Pateman | Jacquelyn Scott | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Dixie Princess | 5 | Jordan Turner | P G Moses | 56kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 4 | From The Rooftop | 4 | Rocky Cheung | Sean Rains | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Placid Rom | 10 | D R Couper | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Prized Benefit | 1 | Jacquelyn Scott | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Westriver Dynique | 14 | Jacquelyn Scott | 56kg |
Sandhurst Security Hcp (C1)
Hot Nova is a consistent performer who showed good form two starts back with a 2nd at this track and distance. The main risk is her poor last-start effort, but she can bounce back on her home track.
Swishgobango has the best recent form in the race, winning his maiden last start with authority. The 3yo is clearly improving and the step to Class 1 is logical. Rocky Cheong is a positive booking with a strong Carnarvon record. The main concern is the class rise, but his speed and fitness should offset that on a track that favours forward runners. He maps to settle midfield and launch before the turn.
She led and faded last start in Class 1, which is a concern. The 1400m first time is unknown, and barrier 12 may force an early push. With no jockey confirmed, there is risk. Still, she is the clear leader and could control a moderate tempo, making her a threat despite the negatives.
The inside barrier is a major asset at Carnarvon, and Natasha Faithfull is a jockey in form. She has won at the track before and her best runs have come when fresh.
- 1st1DaiyamondoGiaan O'Donnell$2.90
- 2nd8Fuzzybox$7.50
- 3rd7BlitzJordan Turner$15.00
- 4th10Hot NovaMadi Derrick$6.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Daiyamondo | 7 | Giaan O'Donnell | R R Evans | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 8 | Fuzzybox | 5 | Aaron Pateman | 55kg | $7.50 | |
| 3rd | 7 | Blitz | 8 | Jordan Turner | P G Moses | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Hot Nova | 4 | Madi Derrick | R R Evans | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Sweet Eyes | 1 | Natasha Faithfull | Zach Tyler | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 9 | Hoochie Gucci | 3 | Sharni Webster | Malcolm Mackenzie | 53kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Dashing Diva | 11 | Jefferson Tsang | Cliff Howe | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Space Ace | 6 | Kate Pateman | R J Malpass | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 12 | Willyabrup | 2 | Tara Atherden | Ms M Forrester | 51kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Le Troy | 9 | Natika Riordan | K Nightingale | 60kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Swishgobango | 10 | Rocky Cheung | Sean Rains | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Violent | 12 | A W Hughes | 58kg |
Carnarvon Toyworld (Bm56+)
Tiff's Lad is the clear leader in a weak BM56+ with a slow tempo forecast. His Belmont win two starts back (Rst 0 Met Win-LY) proves he can win at this level, and he drops in class today. The barrier 1 draw and lack of speed rivals give him a massive tactical edge at Carnarvon’s tight circuit. If he reproduces that form, he'll be hard to run down despite jockey concerns.
Candlelight Sherif is the quintessential place horse - he's finished 3rd in three straight starts over 1600m at Carnarvon. He maps perfectly from barrier 2 and should get a nice run behind the leader. The concern is he hasn't shown a winning turn of foot, but in a race with one leader and a slow tempo, he's a strong each-way play. Likely to fill the exacta.
Dream Illusion is a proven Carnarvon performer with a win at the 1600m trip last August and a solid 4th in this grade recently. However, the slow pace scenario favours leaders, and he typically settles midfield. Still a strong place chance.
He ran 4th in a stronger BM64+ over 1600m here two starts ago, and drops to BM56+ today. The addition of blinkers for the first time may help him focus and find more acceleration. Jockey Tsang is riding well with 4 wins from his last 20 rides.
- 1st7Awesome LilyRocky Cheung$13.00
- 2nd3Candlelight SherifMadi Derrick$2.45
- 3rd8Odin OmenJefferson Tsang$7.00
- 4th5Urban WarriorSharni Webster$14.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Awesome Lily | 3 | Rocky Cheung | D E Black | 53.5kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Candlelight Sherif | 2 | Madi Derrick | R R Evans | 56.5kg | $2.45 |
| 3rd | 8 | Odin Omen | 6 | Jefferson Tsang | Cliff Howe | 53.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Urban Warrior | 4 | Sharni Webster | Malcolm Mackenzie | 53.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Deal Obtained | 8 | Kate Pateman | G M Ayres | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Run Teddy Run | 7 | Jordan Turner | Jacquelyn Scott | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Tiff's Lad | 1 | Giaan O'Donnell | Aaron Pateman | 59.5kg | $3.40 |
| Scr | 2 | Dream Illusion | 5 | Natasha Faithfull | A P Scally | 58kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Yes I Believe | 1 | Natika Riordan | Malcolm Mackenzie | 55.5kg |
Thanks Damien Oliver (Bm56+)
Swexan is the horse to beat coming off a dominant win over 1200m at Carnarvon on July 10. He has a strong track record with 2 wins from 5 starts and strikes as the most in-form runner. While the drop to 1000m is a query, his tactical speed suggests he can handle it. The wide barrier is a concern but he overcame it last start.
Kimberley Currency has strong credentials at this track and distance, having won here over 1000m and placed second last time out. He carries just 53.5kg and gets the in-form Jefferson Tsang in the saddle. While his strike rate is low, his recent consistency and suitability to the conditions make him a serious threat.
Mystery Minute has been a model of consistency at Carnarvon with 2 wins and 4 places from 8 starts. He ran a close second over 1000m here in a maiden and should appreciate the drop back in trip after racing over 1200m recently. However, his last start was poor and he carries the top weight. Worth a place play.
She ran third over this course and distance in late May and maps to get a nice run from barrier 3. The track bias at Carnarvon heavily favours horses that can race on the speed, and she has the tactical speed to settle just behind the lead.
- 1st9Kimberley CurrencyJefferson Tsang$3.80
- 2nd3Mars MissionKate Pateman$10.00
- 3rd5SwexanGiaan O'Donnell$1.75
- 4th6Addictive DreamMadi Derrick$14.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Kimberley Currency | 6 | Jefferson Tsang | Cliff Howe | 53.5kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 3 | Mars Mission | 5 | Kate Pateman | Aaron Pateman | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Swexan | 10 | Giaan O'Donnell | D E Black | 55kg | $1.75 |
| 4th | 6 | Addictive Dream | 3 | Madi Derrick | G W Hammarquist | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Dragonflies | 2 | Rocky Cheung | D R Couper | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 10 | She Is All Magic | 8 | Natika Riordan | Jacquelyn Scott | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Intoxicating | 4 | Sharni Webster | Ms M Forrester | 53kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Cheeky Charlotte | 1 | Jordan Turner | Jacquelyn Scott | 59kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Mystery Minute | 7 | Natasha Faithfull | Zach Tyler | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Keytrade | 9 | Tara Atherden | K Nightingale | 54.5kg |
Family Fun Day - Minilya Sprint (Bm64+)
Aardvark is the clear form horse with three straight wins at Carnarvon, including two over 1200m. He comfortably beat main danger Devils I last start and has the tactical speed to lead or sit close from barrier 2.
Devils I has been racing consistently at Carnarvon, placing in three of his last four starts. He steps back to 1200m where he has placed twice from four attempts. He maps well from barrier 4 and carries only 57kg. However, he was comfortably beaten by Aardvark last time and may struggle to turn that form around. Still the clear second pick.
Corn Cob is racing well with back-to-back wins at Carnarvon over longer distances. The query is whether 1200m is his optimum trip, as only 4 of his 14 wins have come at this distance.
From barrier 1 with only 54.5kg, he can lead or dictate terms at a track that favours on-pace runners.
- 1st6Devils INatasha Faithfull$2.50
- 2nd2AardvarkKate Pateman$2.15
- 3rd4KoteRocky Cheung$8.50
- 4th3LacevinskyGiaan O'Donnell$41.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Devils I | 4 | Natasha Faithfull | Zach Tyler | 57kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Aardvark | 2 | Kate Pateman | Aaron Pateman | 63.5kg | $2.15 |
| 3rd | 4 | Kote | 7 | Rocky Cheung | K R Mahoney | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Lacevinsky | 8 | Giaan O'Donnell | Jacquelyn Scott | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Our Kiwi Princess | 6 | Sharni Webster | Malcolm Mackenzie | 55.5kg | $91.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Gold Spy | 3 | Madi Derrick | G W Hammarquist | 55.5kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Corn Cob | 5 | Tara Atherden | Aaron Pateman | 60.5kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Weapons Hot | 1 | Jefferson Tsang | Cliff Howe | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Champeze | 9 | Jordan Turner | G W Hammarquist | 55kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Simply Rosso | 10 | Natika Riordan | A W Hughes | 57kg |
Vale Frank Black (Bm56+)
Western Impact is the horse to beat after a string of consistent performances including a narrow 2nd last start in Class 3. Dropping to BM56+ is a clear positive, and the inside barrier 2 gives Natasha Faithfull every chance to hold a forward spot on this tight Carnarvon circuit. Proven over this course and distance with multiple placings.
He meets that horse better at the weights today with his 3kg claim effectively giving him a big weight advantage. The inside barrier 3 and proven track form make him a serious threat.
The step up to 1400m is a query given no success at the trip, but the wide draw and top weight make it a tougher assignment.
Set The Scene is a course specialist with 5 wins and 5 placings from 16 Carnarvon starts, including 2 wins from 5 attempts at this 1400m journey. Second up from a spell brings a 33% win record and the class drop from BM64+ to BM56+ is significant. Last start was first-up over 1000m, which is not his go, and he should strip fitter now.
- 1st10Western ImpactNatasha Faithfull$2.80
- 2nd7Blowin' SmokeSharni Webster$9.00
- 3rd6Ironclad BoyGiaan O'Donnell$4.40
- 4th4Shabalala$61.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Western Impact | 2 | Natasha Faithfull | R J Malpass | 55.5kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 7 | Blowin' Smoke | 5 | Sharni Webster | Malcolm Mackenzie | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Ironclad Boy | 3 | Giaan O'Donnell | D E Black | 55kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 4 | Shabalala | 12 | Jacquelyn Scott | 59kg | $61.00 | |
| 5th | 2 | Limahuli | 9 | Kate Pateman | Aaron Pateman | 59.5kg | $3.10 |
| 6th | 8 | Soaring Solo | 11 | Jefferson Tsang | Cliff Howe | 54.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 11 | Lordgivemestrength | 10 | Tara Atherden | P J Daly | 51kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Passion Prince | 1 | Jordan Turner | Jacquelyn Scott | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Set The Scene | 8 | Rocky Cheung | Sean Rains | 61kg | |
| Scr | 3 | On Just Terms | 4 | Madi Derrick | G W Hammarquist | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Hard Questions | 13 | Natika Riordan | A P Scally | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Hot Puddin | 7 | Malcolm Mackenzie | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | War Tactics | 6 | D E Black | 55kg |
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