Her repeated minor placings suggest she is close to breaking through, and the forward-riding Blackall track should suit her racing pattern.
Queensland · Monday 20 July 2026
Blackall tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Blackall. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Blackall-Tambo Regional Council Mdn Plate
Circus Maximus is rounding into form with an improving trend and has placed at Blackall previously, giving it course experience relevant to today's tactical demands. A solid each-way threat behind the top selection.
Bella Russian gets the ideal draw for this circuit and has shown she can mix it in this grade with several placings earlier in her campaign. The concern is a recent form dip and unclear jockey booking history, but the barrier advantage and underlying ability suggest she remains a genuine each-way threat in an open race.
- 1st10Just A Cosmic GirlRaul Silvera Olivera$8.00
- 2nd7Cairo QueenRobert Faehr$4.40
- 3rd9Fyansford FlyerSarah Robbins$21.00
- 4th8Coronation DayWarwick Satherley$4.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Just A Cosmic Girl | 2 | Raul Silvera Olivera | David Rewald | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Cairo Queen | 6 | Robert Faehr | C T Austin | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 9 | Fyansford Flyer | 10 | Sarah Robbins | H C Forster | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Coronation Day | 7 | Warwick Satherley | David Rewald | 58.5kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Circus Maximus | 4 | Michael Heagney | P W O'Toole | 60.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Bella Russian | 1 | Mitch Goring | C T Austin | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 3 | Nythe | 5 | Paul Hamblin | Mark Patterson | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Acres Destiny | 8 | Steven Galvin | G L Bignell | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Here I Come | 3 | Amelia Heinrich | Ben Waldron | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Plea | 9 | Ross Tilley | Carmel Baker | 60.5kg |
Choyce''s Livestock Transport Plate (C5)
Drawn to take a forward position with proven tactical speed, and racing at an appropriate class level unlike rivals stepping up.
Little Cointreau drops sharply in grade after racing competitively in much stronger open company, finishing runner-up in two of its last three starts.
Inquisitive Legend gets the ideal draw for this tactical, slow-tempo Blackall test, with genuine track form including a previous win here. Consistent placings across a busy campaign and suitable class level make it a solid each-way threat, even though last start was a touch below its best.
- 1st2Heavenly LegendMitch Goring$4.20
- 2nd4SchmoozerRobert Faehr$9.00
- 3rd3Little CointreauWarwick Satherley$2.40
- 4th6Inquisitive LegendMichael Heagney$4.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Heavenly Legend | 7 | Mitch Goring | Bevan Johnson | 60.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Schmoozer | 3 | Robert Faehr | Richard Simpson | 62kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Little Cointreau | 6 | Warwick Satherley | C T Austin | 62kg | $2.40 |
| 4th | 6 | Inquisitive Legend | 1 | Michael Heagney | David Rewald | 58.5kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Boss Bandit | 2 | Darren Evans | Vivian Jones | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Cold One | 5 | Raul Silvera Olivera | David Rewald | 62kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Pocket Picker | 4 | Matthew Gray | Toni Schofield | 60.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Stecara | 5 | Paul Hamblin | Rebecca Kerwin | 58.5kg |
Warrego Signs Hcp
Testator Silens presents the most reliable formline in the race with a recent win and narrow defeat in Open grade at similar distances. Strong record on Good tracks and proven distance suitability make it the standout form pick, despite carrying topweight.
Invincible Red arrives with genuine winning form from its last start and a jockey booking with a perfect record aboard this horse. The improving trend and positive intent signals offset a wider barrier draw, making it a strong threat to the top pick.
Acedrod steps up sharply in grade but brings a strong strike rate and ideal barrier 1 draw for Blackall's tactical demands.
- 1st6AcedrodMatthew Gray$3.50
- 2nd7Moorabinda MickMichael Heagney$21.00
- 3rd5Invincible RedDarren Evans$8.00
- 4th2HurtleMitch Goring$6.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Acedrod | 1 | Matthew Gray | Rebecca Kerwin | 56kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Moorabinda Mick | 3 | Michael Heagney | David Rewald | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Invincible Red | 8 | Darren Evans | G L Bignell | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Hurtle | 7 | Mitch Goring | Bevan Johnson | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Testator Silens | 6 | Warwick Satherley | C T Austin | 68kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Heyington Station | 5 | Raul Silvera Olivera | David Rewald | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 3 | Deciduous | 2 | Sarah Robbins | Leslie Baker | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Voldemort | 4 | Ross Tilley | Carmel Baker | 56kg | $91.00 |
OMA Contracting Hcp (C1)
Day To Remember presents the strongest form case in the race with remarkable recent consistency (6 placings from last 7 starts including a win last start). His forward-racing style from barrier 3 is perfectly suited to Blackall's tight track that rewards handy runners. Class rise is a slight concern but his placing rate suggests he can be competitive at this level.
She represents the best form-based alternative to the top pick, with upside given her improving profile and lightweight impost.
Claw Machine arrives in career-best form having won last start at the exact same 1050m distance. His ideal barrier 1 draw suits Blackall's tight turns perfectly, and his improving trajectory adds confidence he can back it up despite the class rise into today's Class 1 field.
Tell Us Toll offers value as a genuine class dropper coming out of tougher Class 3 company, paired with a strong jockey/trainer combination boasting a 20% strike rate together.
- 1st10Viking TreasureAmelia Heinrich$4.40
- 2nd9Tell Us TollMitch Goring$8.50
- 3rd4Day To RememberPaul Hamblin$4.60
- 4th3Claw MachineSamantha Pointon$5.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Viking Treasure | 5 | Amelia Heinrich | Rebecca Kerwin | 55kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 9 | Tell Us Toll | 8 | Mitch Goring | Bevan Johnson | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Day To Remember | 3 | Paul Hamblin | M A Oates | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 3 | Claw Machine | 1 | Samantha Pointon | Beau Gorman | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Boulevard Boy | 9 | Warwick Satherley | Ben Waldron | 61.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Flashmaster | 4 | Sarah Robbins | H C Forster | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Maybe | 12 | Matthew Gray | C W Prow | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Solar Surfer | 10 | John Rudd | Ben Waldron | 63.5kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Galath | 7 | Raul Silvera Olivera | David Rewald | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Oakfield Montana | 2 | Darren Evans | R W Connolly | 57kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Untold Story | 13 | B J Richardson | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Imminent Boom | 6 | C T Austin | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Saltclay | 11 | Steven Galvin | Maree Pitman | 56.5kg |
Carolan''s Painting Services (Bm65)
Highground's course and distance record at Blackall is the standout form angle in this race - 2 wins, 1 placing from 5 runs at this exact trip here, including a placing last start. Barrier 1 suits the track's forward-bias profile perfectly. Consistent, professional, and drops in class today, making him the most reliable winning chance on offer.
Barrier 2 allows forward positioning suited to Blackall's tactical demands. Multiple wins around this class previously (BM60-65) show he handles this level well. A key threat to Highground with slightly the faster turn of foot.
Zouchase offers strong resume of placings (40% overall) and consistent recent form without any poor efforts. While barrier 9 is not ideal at this tight track, his gate speed should allow him to overcome it and get forward.
Zouphisticate has been racing well below today's grade but has shown слава good recent form with wins and minor placings. Value play in an open race.
- 1st5Tokyo SinsJohn Rudd$8.00
- 2nd11ZouchaseMichael Heagney$5.00
- 3rd7RubunkarSamantha Pointon$7.00
- 4th3TranscelticAmelia Heinrich$5.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Tokyo Sins | 7 | John Rudd | R Little | 64kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Zouchase | 9 | Michael Heagney | Monique Gavin | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Rubunkar | 5 | Samantha Pointon | Reece Zahl | 60kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Transceltic | 8 | Amelia Heinrich | William Pugsley | 63kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Flying Rupert | 10 | Warwick Satherley | David Rewald | 61kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Highground | 1 | Paul Hamblin | M A Oates | 63.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 1 | Daimyo | 2 | Mitch Goring | Bevan Johnson | 65kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Turnstar | 3 | Sarah Robbins | Leslie Baker | 66kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Yukan Rose | 11 | Matthew Gray | Toni Schofield | 66.5kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Za Hidden Dragon | 13 | Monique Gavin | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Arden Green | 4 | Robert Faehr | Richard Simpson | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Discreet Miss | 6 | Darren Evans | R W Connolly | 57kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Zouphisticate | 12 | Monique Gavin | 56kg |
Hallam Plumbing Services (Bm55)
Final Mission is the most credentialed runner in the race on recent form, having won last start and shown a strong improving trajectory with multiple placings in this exact grade.
Windorah presents strong current form with consistent minor placings and drops significantly in class today. The gear change (winkers) plus a red-hot riding jockey suggest genuine improvement potential.
Valiant Joan boasts the best track record at Blackall of any runner in the race, with proven ability to win here and multiple placings. A slight concern is the jockey's poor record at this specific track, but the horse's own course form is compelling enough for a solid third selection.
His recent form line includes a win and a narrow placing at this same class level, and the modest class rise today should not trouble him.
- 1st5Toy StoryDarren Evans$5.00
- 2nd11Valiant JoanSarah Robbins$8.50
- 3rd7Final MissionRaul Silvera Olivera$3.20
- 4th4Pins And NeedlesSamantha Pointon$17.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Toy Story | 4 | Darren Evans | Vivian Jones | 61.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Valiant Joan | 7 | Sarah Robbins | H C Forster | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Final Mission | 8 | Raul Silvera Olivera | David Rewald | 60kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 4 | Pins And Needles | 3 | Samantha Pointon | Raymond Frazer | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 10 | For The Brave | 2 | Steven Galvin | S K Iverson | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Windorah | 6 | Mitch Goring | Bevan Johnson | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| 7th | 1 | Crown Reach | 9 | Matthew Gray | Toni Schofield | 65kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 8 | Howler | 11 | Robert Faehr | Monique Gavin | 60kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Blue Roman | 5 | Amelia Heinrich | Bevan Johnson | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 2 | Perdition | 12 | John Rudd | R Little | 62kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Desert Star | 8 | David Rewald | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Boulevard Boy | 5 | Ben Waldron | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Potestas | 1 | Michael Heagney | P W O'Toole | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Freddie Eddie | 10 | David Rewald | 56.5kg |
Scobie Saddlery (Bm50)
Talented young gelding with a strong recent trajectory, having won last start and previously scored at this track. Barrier 2 gives him first use of the rail into the tight Blackall turns, ideally suited to the forward-position bias here.
Final Comment arrives in career-best form, having just won at this same grade over a similar trip. Represents a solid third-line each-way contender.
A genuine course specialist with a perfect record at Blackall over this trip (2 starts, 2 places including a win). Coming off a narrow defeat last start, The Stone Mason is racing as well as ever and his experience at this circuit is a genuine plus given the tactical demands of the track. Consistent, professional, and a leading each-way threat.
She has been racing predominantly at the same or higher grade and placed in the majority of her recent starts.
- 1st4Eastcoast HusslerPaul Hamblin$2.60
- 2nd3Final CommentJohn Rudd$8.50
- 3rd6The TerminatorSteven Galvin$61.00
- 4th1Divine CourageRaul Silvera Olivera$7.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Eastcoast Hussler | 2 | Paul Hamblin | M A Oates | 62.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 3 | Final Comment | 13 | John Rudd | R Little | 63kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | The Terminator | 7 | Steven Galvin | G L Bignell | 62kg | $61.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Divine Courage | 6 | Raul Silvera Olivera | David Rewald | 64.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 11 | Zouly | 1 | Amelia Heinrich | P W O'Toole | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Desert Star | 14 | Robert Faehr | David Rewald | 64kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Monday Choice | 8 | Samantha Pointon | Reece Zahl | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Shez Lethal | 10 | Matthew Gray | Toni Schofield | 62.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Wayfarer's Way | 3 | Sarah Robbins | H C Forster | 61.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Valubious | 11 | Michael Heagney | P W O'Toole | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Step To Success | 1 | Mitch Goring | Bevan Johnson | 57kg | |
| Scr | 12 | The Stone Mason | 12 | Warwick Satherley | David Rewald | 60kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Pensiero | 5 | C T Austin | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Armstrong Bay | 4 | David Rewald | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Dun With Roses | 9 | Mark Patterson | 57kg |
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