Untethered Soul looks perfectly suited by the heavy conditions at Albury. She broke her maiden emphatically on a Heavy10 over 2100m, showing both stamina and wet-track aptitude. Drawing the rails ensures an economical run, crucial on this surface where inside barriers dominate. While she rises in grade from BM56, the step is not severe and her recent form at staying trips is strong. The blinkers first time may eke out extra improvement. She profiles as the most reliable winning chance in a moderate field.
New South Wales · Monday 27 July 2026
Albury tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Albury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Habitat Planning Plate (C1)
Prophet's Promise comes off a smart Class 1 win on the Canberra Acton synthetic, but the switch to a heavy 2000m at Albury introduces significant uncertainty. He has failed to place in two heavy-track attempts, and barrier 8 will require luck to get into a forward position. He is still a place chance if he handles the going.
Spietata has solid heavy-track credentials with a maiden win on Heavy10 and a close third at Albury on Heavy9. However, his most recent run was a disappointing 11th at Seymour, raising fitness or confidence concerns. Barrier 2 and a forward run pattern are positives, but the sharp regression in form is a warning. Best used as a place hope in exotics.
He competes in lower grade after tackling BM66 company, which is a significant class advantage. His recent runs in staying races at 2100m and 2050m have been consistent, and he gets a jockey who excels at this track.
- 1st4Beached As BroMitchell Aitken$6.50
- 2nd2Prophet's PromiseDamon Budler$3.00
- 3rd3SpietataJake Duffy$3.10
- 4th6DandynomiteCory Parish$61.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Beached As Bro | 5 | Mitchell Aitken | Darrell Burnet | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Prophet's Promise | 8 | Damon Budler | K Dryden & L Snowden | 59kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Spietata | 2 | Jake Duffy | Ms H Powell | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 6 | Dandynomite | 3 | Cory Parish | C J Davis | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Untethered Soul | 1 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 6th | 9 | Sworntomymission | 7 | Sairyn Fawke | G J Colvin | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Excellent Reward | 6 | Cassidy Hill | John Fitzgerald | 53kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Lord Chapel | 4 | Bradley Vale | R A Hockley | 59kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Manzobeel | 3 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Luke Pepper | 55kg |
Jockeys Celebration Day Mdn Plate
Wiser boasts the best credentials in this weak maiden, with three placings from six starts including a second at Wagga and a third over this Albury 1175m. The 153-day break and heavy track are concerns, but he has placed fresh before and the cross-over nose band first time may help. In a race lacking early speed, his tactical versatility from barrier 6 gives him every chance to settle handy and be in the finish.
Chip'n'dale caught the eye on debut at Sale, finishing 4th on Heavy 9 from the inside alley. Now second-up and drawn perfectly at barrier 3, he maps to settle on-speed and should have come on fitness-wise. He may need to learn to put the race away but has the tools to do so.
I've Forgotten made a serviceable debut at Narrandera, running 5th on Soft 7 after settling midfield. The key advantages today are a sharp drop to 55kg and the inside barrier 2 which is a major asset on Albury's heavy surface.
However, barrier 9 is a significant disadvantage on Albury's heavy track, requiring luck to slot in early.
- 1st4Chip'n'daleMelea Castle$1.85
- 2nd5ConargoBrodie Loy$26.00
- 3rd3Burn For YouDamon Budler$8.00
- 4th9I've ForgottenBrittany Button$5.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Chip'n'dale | 3 | Melea Castle | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 59kg | $1.85 |
| 2nd | 5 | Conargo | 11 | Brodie Loy | Nadine Cameron | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Burn For You | 8 | Damon Budler | Nadine Cameron | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 9 | I've Forgotten | 2 | Brittany Button | Andrew Dale | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Wiser | 6 | Quayde Krogh | Ms D Scott | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 2 | Brazen Martini | 9 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Aerial Artist | 1 | Bradley Vale | Shilleagh Meyervale | 59kg | $91.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Acrojack | 10 | Dale Cole | S Spackman | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Western Edge | 7 | C J Davis | 59kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 6 | Thesandmancan | 4 | Chelsea Taylor | C D Widdison | 59kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Jailhouse | 5 | Logan McNeil | Andrew Dale | 56.5kg |
Tyrepower East Albury Mdn Plate
Petroula is the most consistent maiden in the field with three placings and a string of competitive runs. Despite being winless, she draws ideally in barrier 4 and gets the services of in-form jockey Brodie Loy, who wins at 23% at Albury. The slow tempo and heavy track should suit her on-pace style. The 141-day spell is a concern, but she has placed first up before.
Jungle Lights is an improving filly who ran a strong second last start on a soft track. Barrier 2 helps her secure a forward position on the heavy surface. With only three career starts, she has plenty of upside and should handle the step up to 1175m. The recent run gives her a fitness edge over many rivals.
Brilliant Beagle has the best barrier (1) and a placing on heavy from three attempts. She is consistent but winless after 16 starts. The inside draw gives her every chance to lead or box seat in a slow race. However, recent form is mixed and she lacks a killer instinct.
Her recent form is poor, but in a weak maiden she could surprise if she finds the lead.
- 1st4Jungle LightsJake Duffy$3.10
- 2nd8PetroulaBrodie Loy$2.60
- 3rd1Brilliant BeagleMitchell Aitken$6.00
- 4th2Classic CrackerJohn Keating$11.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Jungle Lights | 2 | Jake Duffy | Scott Collings | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 8 | Petroula | 4 | Brodie Loy | C D Widdison | 58kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | Brilliant Beagle | 1 | Mitchell Aitken | Olivia Osborne | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Classic Cracker | 8 | John Keating | Saab Hasan | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Surreal Grace | 7 | Quayde Krogh | C D Widdison | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Coachella Lass | 9 | Zoe Waller | Andrew Dale | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Metro Girl | 3 | Chelsea Taylor | P F Maher | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Shediva | 6 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Conjola Girl | 5 | Bradley Vale | Shilleagh Meyervale | 58kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Justwatchher | 7 | Todd Smart | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Lady Rebel | 1 | P F Maher | 58kg |
Team Thoroughbred NSW Country Boosted Mdn Hcp
He's the most reliable winning chance despite being a non-winner — everything points to a breakthrough here.
Manzobeel brings strong heavy track credentials with two seconds from three starts on the surface. She drops back to maiden grade after a competitive 2nd in a Class 1 at Wagga, and the stable is in form. The barrier 12 is a concern on a heavy track that favours inside draws, but she has the class edge to overcome it if she can find cover and improve into the race.
Prized Gesture showed clear improvement last start running a close 3rd on Heavy 8 at Wagga, suggesting the light bulb may be flickering.
From barrier 1 she can lead or sit handy, which is critical on a heavy Albury track that strongly favours front-half positioning. Her heavy track second at Wagga confirms she handles the conditions.
- 1st6ManzobeelRebecca Bronett Prag$4.80
- 2nd5Magic MountainSairyn Fawke$3.70
- 3rd2Corays RoadBrendan Ward$17.00
- 4th9Riverbend GoldCory Parish$41.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Manzobeel | 12 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Luke Pepper | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Magic Mountain | 10 | Sairyn Fawke | M D Sparrow | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 2 | Corays Road | 5 | Brendan Ward | Garry Worsnop | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Riverbend Gold | 4 | Cory Parish | Shane Bloomfield | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Step Quick | 3 | Glenn Cahill | Matthew Kelley | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Sensesational Star | 11 | Jake Duffy | Shane Bloomfield | 56.5kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 8 | Prized Gesture | 7 | Carly Frater | Fiona Schneiders | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Blackbird | 2 | Bradley Vale | Shilleagh Meyervale | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Star Chic | 8 | Brittany Button | A L McRae | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Girl From Oz | 9 | Quayde Krogh | Maddison Collins | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Piratess | 1 | Jordan Quince | A L McRae | 54.5kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Highway Robbery | 6 | Brodie Loy | D A Williams | 59kg |
Conway Printing Country Boosted (Bm58)
Just Like Liam is the clear standout on form and conditions. He has won his last two starts at Albury on heavy ground, showing he handles the track well. Barrier 4 allows him to settle on-pace, which is crucial on heavy at Albury. The weight is a slight concern but he has carried similar before. He is the most reliable winning chance.
Sunroe has been racing consistently and won on heavy ground two starts back. He followed that with a solid 4th at Wagga on heavy. He maps well from barrier 5 and can settle handy.
Guy's Last Prize is in winning form but has yet to prove himself on heavy ground. His wins came on soft at Moruya, which is different to Albury heavy. He may handle it but it's a risk. He is a place chance but not preferred over the heavy specialists.
She draws barrier 3, which is perfect to take up a forward position. Each-way interest.
- 1st7Desert OpalBrittany Button$8.50
- 2nd1Guy's Last PrizeCoriah Keatings$4.40
- 3rd6SunroeCory Parish$5.00
- 4th5SundropLachlan King$7.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Desert Opal | 8 | Brittany Button | K A Davison | 54.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Guy's Last Prize | 6 | Coriah Keatings | M D Sparrow | 61kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 6 | Sunroe | 5 | Cory Parish | Doug Gorrel | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Sundrop | 9 | Lachlan King | Shane Bloomfield | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Just Like Liam | 4 | Brodie Loy | Garry Worsnop | 59.5kg | $3.80 |
| 6th | 8 | Tsarina Diamonds | 7 | Emma Ly | Matthew Kelley | 53kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Sorry Sunshine | 10 | Jake Duffy | Doug Gorrel | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Wild Annie | 3 | Brendan Ward | B R Mallyon | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Jannik | 2 | Mitchell Aitken | Shane Bloomfield | 59kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Danish Hussar | 1 | Jordan Quince | A L McRae | 53kg |
Dash + Co Hcp (C2)
Apple Cider stands out on pure form for Heavy 10 at Albury. Outstanding wet record with five places from eight heavy starts including a close third last outing on identical Heavy 10. Local knowledge from 14 Albury runs plus barrier 4 aligns perfectly with the strong inside/on-pace bias. Improving trajectory and in-form jockey seal the case as the most likely winner despite Class 2 rise.
Perfectly Good brings reliable recent heavy form with thirds at Wagga and Gundagai on Heavy 9. Settles on-pace from a perfect barrier 5 which is decisive on Albury Heavy. Consistent at this level, handles the wet, and the gear change is a mild positive. Strong each-way claims behind the top pick in a high-volatility Class 2.
Wet form is adequate and the speed map allows him to push forward from barrier 8 to secure a top-half position. Class rise and the wide gate are concerns on this surface, limiting him to place claims rather than outright win preference in the top three.
Classy horse with a heavy win but the wide draw is a serious concern at Albury on heavy. He has early speed and may push forward, but that will expend energy. Value more for exotics than outright win.
Leading contender on strength of two dominant heavy-track wins and the ideal inside barrier. The class rise is the biggest query, but the weight drop and in-form jockey offset that. At Albury on heavy, on-pace runners from barrier 1 hold a strong edge, making Hot Toddy the most likely winner.
Reliable performer who has been knocking on the door with three consecutive runner-up finishes. His Albury run on heavy 9 is strong form reference. However, settling back and a wide barrier are negatives on heavy.
Proven on soft and placed on heavy previously. Blinkers return is a positive.
- 1st10Perfectly GoodQuayde Krogh$5.50
- 2nd4AdasitiDale Cole$2.60
- 3rd9Apple CiderDamon Budler$5.50
- 4th11Ima GuruChelsea Taylor$3.70
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Perfectly Good | 5 | Quayde Krogh | Doug Gorrel | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Adasiti | 6 | Dale Cole | S Spackman | 54.5kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 9 | Apple Cider | 4 | Damon Budler | Nadine Cameron | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 11 | Ima Guru | 8 | Chelsea Taylor | P F Maher | 55kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 8 | Grinzinger Nyx | 2 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 6 | On Point Pixie | 3 | Emma Ly | Matthew Kelley | 53kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Triptolemus | 10 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 59kg | |
| Scr | 2 | King Incanto | 9 | Jake Duffy | Andrew Dale | 58kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Axiom | 7 | Matthew Kelley | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Hot Toddy | 1 | Cory Parish | Doug Gorrel | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Cool Charlie | 10 | Erin Maher | 55kg |
Spring Carnival Packages On Sale Now (Bm66)
Bessie La Belle is the most compelling form pick. She has a superb record on heavy ground and at Albury, winning this same class two runs ago. The last-start metro failure is forgivable as she returns to a more suitable level. Drawn ideally in barrier 3, she can settle handy and hold position into the turn—exactly what wins here on heavy.
Tori's Dee was in superb form four starts back, winning consecutively on heavy and soft tracks. He ran poorly last time in town but drops back to country grade where he is more effective. He has the class and heavy-track credentials to feature. The key is whether he can bounce back after a 25-day break; the jockey/trainer combination inspires confidence. A major contender.
Narcissist has excellent course form including a heavy-track win at Albury. He maps perfectly from barrier 1 and should settle on-speed, which is a massive edge on heavy. Last start he ran a competitive second in higher grade.
Hells Son is a reliable Albury performer who seldom runs a bad race here. He was a close third in this grade on heavy two starts ago and should have derived benefit from a fair run last time. Barrier 6 gives him options to settle just off the speed. He may sneak into the placings again.
- 1st10JustenuffsplashQuayde Krogh$5.00
- 2nd14Pariah Flyer$6.00
- 3rd6Big OpinionBrodie Loy$8.50
- 4th8Made EasyMitchell Aitken$12.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Justenuffsplash | 13 | Quayde Krogh | C D Widdison | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 14 | Pariah Flyer | 16 | Heath Maclean | 55kg | $6.00 | |
| 3rd | 6 | Big Opinion | 12 | Brodie Loy | Matthew Dale | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Made Easy | 11 | Mitchell Aitken | G J Colvin | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Narcissist | 1 | Ella Bent | B R Mallyon | 61.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Hells Son | 6 | Andrew Dale | 57kg | $31.00 | |
| 7th | 9 | Heavenly Kiss | 15 | Dale Cole | Danny Beasley | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 7 | Free Market | 14 | Cory Parish | Debbie Delphin | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Bessie La Belle | 3 | Coriah Keatings | Ms D Scott | 59.5kg | $3.80 |
| 10th | 2 | Tori's Dee | 5 | Chelsea Thompson | Jamie Edwards | 62.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Eamonn's Memory | 2 | Zoe Waller | Andrew Dale | 63.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Stupendo | 10 | Matthew Kelley | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Ellismayne | 9 | N J Olive | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Xerxes | 8 | Todd Smart | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Apple Cider | 4 | Nadine Cameron | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Zetalyn | 7 | Fiona Watts | 56kg |
NSW Jockeys Association (Bm58)
He handled heavy going at Albury two runs back with a close third and has been consistent. However, the 62.5kg top weight and wideish barrier are negatives on a heavy Albury track favouring inside draws. He's a strong contender but looks vulnerable to lighter-weighted horses with better heavy form.
Induction brings strong wet-track credentials with a maiden win on Heavy10 and a placing on Heavy9. Dropping from BM62 to BM58 while drawing perfectly in barrier 3 is a big positive at an Albury heavy track that rewards inside draws. The main concern is the jockey's record, but the horse has the ability to overcome that. Rates as a solid each-way chance.
Postwar is a emerging heavy-track performer who broke maiden impressively on Heavy8 at Albury before a solid 4th in a BM58 on similar conditions. With only 56.5kg after the claim and a favourable inside draw, he maps to settle handy and use his wet-track prowess. The jockey's poor Albury record is a concern, but the horse's class and low weight should offset that. He represents the most reliable winning chance in a moderate BM58.
Zetalyn is an interesting runner dropping from BM66 to BM58 and jumping from barrier 2. The gear change (ear muffs) suggests the stable expect improvement. She maps to get a perfect run and could surprise.
- 1st1Risky WhiskyBrodie Loy$2.70
- 2nd2InductionCassidy Hill$3.50
- 3rd6ZetalynDale Cole$9.00
- 4th5Calais BlissMitchell Aitken$11.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Risky Whisky | 7 | Brodie Loy | M & L Cerchi | 62.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | Induction | 3 | Cassidy Hill | Craig Weeding | 60kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Zetalyn | 2 | Dale Cole | Fiona Watts | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Calais Bliss | 1 | Mitchell Aitken | Maddison Collins | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Bargino | 8 | Damon Budler | Nadine Cameron | 60kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Bonnyville | 5 | A L McRae | 55kg | $101.00 | |
| 7th | 9 | See You Then | 9 | Zoe Waller | Andrew Dale | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Monaghan's Boy | 10 | J A Rooney | 55kg | $51.00 | |
| 9th | 3 | I Am Mamwaazel | 12 | Glenn Cahill | J Rolfe | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Postwar | 6 | Alice Kennedy | D J McCarthy | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Densetsu | 11 | Andrew Dale | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Black Panther | 4 | Chelsea Taylor | P F Maher | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Needawinna | 7 | C D Widdison | 56.5kg |
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