Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Friday 24 July 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Echuca. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Knights Emperor is the standout in this Heavy-track maiden. Barrier 1 with no other genuine leader sets up the ideal Echuca Heavy profile - a lone leader able to dictate a soft tempo and hold post-bend momentum.
Ate Iron brings the strongest genuine heavy-track form in the field, with a placing record on Heavy ground and a барrier draw that fits the preferred profile for this track under these conditions. Recent runs show consistent placing ability, and the inside gate should allow forward positioning into the bend, a key determinant of Echuca Heavy results.
Gaelic Kiwi's recent second at Donald over a similar 2100m+ trip in rain-affected ground is the strongest form reference in the race outside the top two.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Lyttelton | 7 | Chelsea Taylor | Ms S Houston | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Knights Emperor | 1 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59.5kg | $2.05 |
| 3rd | 2 | Ate Iron | 4 | Dylan Dunn | J G Symons & S Laxon | 59.5kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Gaelic Kiwi | 5 | Dean Yendall | Lucinda Boyd | 59.5kg | $2.90 |
| Scr | 1 | All The Moves | 7 | Ms M Lawson | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Gentoo | 3 | Alice Kennedy | D E Dean | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | King Of Savoy | 6 | Nathan Punch | Trent Edmonds | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Camegitchee | 2 | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 57.5kg |
Myhro's Ruler brings the strongest class credentials in this maiden field, having contested a Listed race at Caulfield.
His recent form against Open class company, including a competitive 4th at Cranbourne, suggests he is well above this Maiden grade level, offering solid winning claims first-up.
Good Feel has shown admirable consistency without breaking through, finishing 6th in three runs including a Listed race start. Barrier 4 is well suited to the Heavy track bias, and John Allen's strong recent form adds confidence. First-up after a long spell, this looks a genuine placing hope with upside if fitness holds.
Epponnee Rae is an unexposed debutant, but the proxy evaluation reveals a positive trainer/jockey signal, with Teodore Nugent boasting a strong strike rate at this track.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Myhro's Ruler | 9 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 58kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Imperial Valley | 2 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Good Feel | 4 | John Allen | M, W & J Hawkes | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Epponnee Rae | 8 | Teodore Nugent | Jason Warren | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Dirty Harry | 5 | Will Gordon | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 2 | Divine Nurture | 1 | Ryan Hurdle | Michael Jones | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Royalty Rules | 10 | Alana Kelly | Ashleigh Smith | 58kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Inside Word | 6 | Jett Stanley | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Brazen Madonna | 3 | Zac Spain | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Somers Green | 7 | Patrick Moloney | M M Laurie | 56kg |
Colour Circle is the standout formhorse in this maiden, with a strong record of placings including two runner-up efforts on Heavy ground. Barrier 5 and tactical speed suit the predicted slow, position-driven tempo at Echuca.
Master Fox has shown quick improvement with a competitive 3rd at Sale in Heavy going last start. The ideal barrier 2 draw suits the track bias toward forward-positioned runners in this slow-tempo affair.
Barrier 8 is workable with early tactical speed, and Moloney's track record at Echuca adds confidence. Lack of placings is a concern but the profile fits the map well.
Unoyaself has strong underlying ability shown by a placing at just its second start and a competitive run last time in Synthetic conditions. The layoff and untested Soft-track form add some risk, but the improving profile and workable barrier make it a solid third pick in a volatile maiden field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Colour Circle | 5 | John Allen | Brian McGrath | 59.5kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 3 | Harry Caviar | 4 | Logan McNeil | G W Egan | 59.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Misil Beauty | 9 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Master Fox | 2 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 59.5kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 8 | Embodiment | 6 | Alana Kelly | Nelson Smyth | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Caitlin's Punch | 1 | Jake Noonan | A W Noonan | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Churchill Lane | 3 | Dylan Dunn | Jason Warren | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | New Prospect | 8 | Patrick Moloney | R D Griffiths | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Unoyaself | 7 | Neil Farley | W Morrissey | 59.5kg |
You Said What ticks all the boxes for today's conditions: proven heavy track performer with a strong 2nd at 1400m on Heavy8, mapped to get a soft lead or sit just off it from barrier 3 at a track where inside draws and on-pace runners dominate. With the slow tempo predicted, she should control the race. Only query is the win drought but this is her best chance yet.
Iberian Lynx is the most consistent maiden in the field with 6 placings from 7 starts, including a second on Heavy8. He faces a significant barrier draw (12) which on Echuca heavy ground makes it tougher to slide into a good spot. The visor change could help, but the wide gate and jockey query lower confidence. Still a strong each-way chance if he gets some luck.
Azulita showed good ability on heavy when runner-up on debut at Ballarat. Drawing barrier 4 is a big plus at Echuca, and the gear changes suggest the stable is trying to sharpen her up. The step to 1400m is the query as she failed to run on over 1300m last time.
While his debut was only fair on Heavy10, the barrier 1 draw here is gold at Echuca, especially on heavy. The extra 400m should suit this Written By gelding who perhaps just needed a run. Very risky but clearly overpriced relative to his chances with the inside draw.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Iberian Lynx | 12 | Alana Kelly | M, W & J Hawkes | 59.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 2 | I'lberidin'shotgun | 11 | John Allen | Emma Church | 59.5kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 13 | You Said What | 3 | Lachlan King | Claire Patterson | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Prestige Zerprise | 7 | Jake Noonan | Matt Jenkins | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Azulita | 4 | Patrick Moloney | Lee & Shannon Hope | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 16 | Captain Sparrow | 6 | Brad Rawiller | Linc Sullivan | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Written Order | 1 | Jake Duffy | V T Nolen | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Valda Warrior | 5 | Chelsea Taylor | R G Symons | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 4 | King Kauffo | 10 | Will Gordon | Ben Brisbourne | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Aurora's Belt | 2 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 11th | 7 | True Beauty | 8 | Logan McNeil | Ashleigh Smith | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Boulderoo | 15 | Neil Farley | Andrew Bobbin | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Lollie's Galore | 9 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Ernie | 10 | Linc Sullivan | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Aurum Star | 14 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Toby Lake | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Vanvitelli | 13 | Jamie Mott | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg |
Boulder Jack is the standout on ability suited to today's exact conditions - a proven Heavy-track winner who has strung together consecutive wins including at Echuca itself on Heavy ground. Ideal barrier, in-form rider, and a track bias that rewards forward, tactical types.
Pharoah's Glory offers strong compiled form with a genuine heavy-track win in her record and a favourable class drop today. Her placing rate is elite for this level, and while the wide barrier and quiet recent jockey form provide some hesitation, the underlying profile marks her as a leading each-way threat in this contest.
Aka Daka is the most consistent runner in the race with excellent recent placings and a track win already banked. The drawn barrier suits the bias and Rawiller is in career-best touch. A slightly probable place behind Boulder Jack.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Square Deal | 2 | Alice Kennedy | Kelvin Southey | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 15 | Bow Ribbon | 11 | Alana Kelly | D F Hill | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Pharoah's Glory | 13 | Neil Farley | P Kearney | 60.5kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Forrest Gump | 12 | Brittany Button | G W Egan | 61kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 14 | Everett | 16 | Makisha Salter | M A Bell | 54kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Never A Thought | 8 | Jackie Beriman | Colin Scott | 59.5kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Charlecote Mill | 7 | Chelsea Thompson | P Koumis | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Boulder Jack | 5 | Dylan Dean | D E Oliver | 61.5kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 16 | Rydell High | 10 | Teodore Nugent | J E & C Ledger | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Amore Lunare | 9 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Rhys Archard | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Aloysius | 3 | Zac Moore | Nelson Smyth | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Prestige Ole | 15 | Jake Noonan | Matt Jenkins | 62.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Aka Daka | 4 | Brad Rawiller | V L Malady | 62kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Cosmic Charger | 14 | Jamie Mott | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 62kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Quello Dorato | 6 | John Allen | D T O'Brien | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Captain Barbossa | 1 | Lachlan King | J E & C Ledger | 58.5kg |
Tel Aviv brings the most compelling heavy track credentials, with a win on Heavy10 and a placing on Heavy8 in recent starts. Drawn ideally in barrier 3 to secure a forward spot and exploit Echuca's inside-favouring pattern. The main query is jockey form, but the horse's proven ability to handle similar conditions and distance gives it a clear edge in this moderate field.
He maps to settle just off the speed and has the tactical versatility to manage a wide draw.
Mickio drops in grade and gains a favourable inside draw, making him a key player if he handles the heavy going. The lack of wet-track form is a concern, but his overall consistency and class edge cannot be ignored. He'll need to adapt quickly, but with Rawiller aboard, he retains solid place claims.
Azeola ticks many boxes for this race: she's won at Echuca over 1600m, has placed on heavy going, and is carrying a light weight. The wide draw is a concern, but she has the stamina to work into the race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Kiss My Rock | 4 | Will Gordon | P Kearney | 60kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Tel Aviv | 3 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 58.5kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 9 | Azeola | 11 | Patrick Moloney | Ben Brisbourne | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Mickio | 1 | Brad Rawiller | M J Enright | 60kg | $3.80 |
| 5th | 6 | Pick Wisely | 8 | Zac Spain | Archie Alexander | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Ziggy Starcraft | 10 | Brittany Button | Brent Stanley | 52.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Sunshine Jenni | 9 | Jett Stanley | Thomas Carberry | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Rookery Nook | 5 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 59kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Ollandia Beach | 7 | Caitlin Hollowood | I W Lister | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Queen Of Cordoba | 2 | Ryan Hurdle | Michael Jones | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Dashing Donkey | 6 | Teodore Nugent | Olivia Osborne | 54kg |
Redemption Time is the ultimate professional placegetter, with a strong ideal barrier (2) for the Heavy bias and consistent minor placings. The concern is genuine winning ability, but her positional advantage and recent solid form warrant a top-three selection.
Raging Monkey has course form gold at Echuca, placing twice recently in near-identical Heavy conditions at this trip.
Gina's A Star presents the strongest form case for this Heavy track sprint. Her recent runs show she is racing consistently without a let-up, making her the most reliable winning proposition in a race that rewards on-pace runners at Echuca.
Despite a wider barrier that works against the track bias, her tactical speed and positive jockey combination give her a genuine competitive chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Wind Dreamer | 8 | Jett Stanley | John Keane | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Raging Monkey | 11 | Christine Puls | L E Robertson | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Redemption Time | 2 | Neil Farley | M Sell | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Lack Of Restraint | 3 | Brittany Button | Ms R Hoysted | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Deep Joy | 4 | Cassidy Hill | Lee Hunter | 52kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Needawinna | 9 | Ella Bent | C D Widdison | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Per Ivy | 5 | Stephanie Hateley | Colin Scott | 60kg | $4.40 |
| 8th | 5 | Mutsuhito | 6 | Rose Hammond | Ms G Johnstone | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 10 | College Dropout | 10 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 54kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Gina's A Star | 7 | Zac Moore | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Dismantle | 1 | Will Gordon | M W Walker | 60kg |
Shelly's Legacy offers strong bounce-back potential with consistent placings and a good barrier draw. Sits just behind Sub Gauge on official assessment due to fitness question marks after the 41-day break.
Powerbound drops in class after a solid recent campaign including a win at Ballarat on Heavy. The barrier draw suits the track bias, and the horse has shown it handles Heavy ground.
Still too talented to dismiss, but map risk caps confidence below the top pick.
Stellar Mofeed is the model of consistency with 17 placings from 34 starts and drops in class today.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 17 | Tomanado | 13 | Ryan Hurdle | D P Dwyer | 59kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Colt Forty Five | 15 | Dean Yendall | Jamie Edwards | 62kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Tapo | 11 | Chelsea Thompson | Ms G Johnstone | 61.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 1 | Powerbound | 5 | Neil Farley | P Kearney | 65.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Shelly's Legacy | 2 | Brittany Button | J E & C Ledger | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Friendzoned | 10 | Zac Spain | Jason Warren | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 19 | Danerich Dan | 12 | R J Besanko | 57.5kg | $61.00 | |
| 8th | 3 | Sub Gauge | 3 | Stephanie Hateley | David & Coral Feek | 62kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 16 | Toyz In Zouland | 6 | Chelsea Taylor | C D Widdison | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Sweatband | 9 | John Allen | Brent Stanley | 61kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Triple Triple | 8 | Zac Moore | Nelson Smyth | 59kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Bark | 7 | Jade Smith | N J Dyer | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Blondie's Toronado | 19 | Jackie Beriman | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Royal Infantry | 17 | Will Gordon | P Kearney | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Celestial Zara | 20 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 61kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Stellar Mofeed | 14 | Teodore Nugent | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Prevention | 4 | Patrick Moloney | R D Griffiths | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Reasonable Point | 18 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 59kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Kentahten | 16 | Tori Madigan | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Ellmaknifico | 1 | Nathan Punch | Brian McGrath | 55.5kg |
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