★ Top pickWon
4The Champion
The Champion has the strongest recent form profile in the race, with minor placings in 3 of his last 4 runs and a barrier trial win last start.
New South Wales · Tuesday 28 July 2026
Bathurst tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Bathurst. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won1/714%
Any tip won5/771%
Top pick placed3/743%
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John Kinghorn Memorial Mdn Plate
13:05 local1400mMaiden$27,000
Winner4. The ChampionSP $1.75
2nd pick4th
3Last Tour
Last Tour draws well at barrier 3, ticking the key Bathurst box of inside gate access. The ideal draw plus sound recent form make him a strong each-way threat in this open maiden.
3rd pick2nd
1Gold Earth
Gold Earth draws well (barrier 4) which suits the Bathurst map, and has shown modest but genuine placing ability from just 3 starts.
Value pick7th
6Argantorati
- 1st4The ChampionRobyn Freeman$1.75
- 2nd1Gold EarthWinona Costin$6.50
- 3rd7DisgruntledOlivia Dalton$17.00
- 4th3Last TourLeeshelle Small$5.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | The Champion | 9 | Robyn Freeman | G Portelli | 59kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 1 | Gold Earth | 4 | Winona Costin | T Wong | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Disgruntled | 8 | Olivia Dalton | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Last Tour | 3 | Leeshelle Small | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Samoan Roman | 5 | Donovan Dillon | Patrick Cleave | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Pride Of Hazel | 6 | Sairyn Fawke | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Argantorati | 7 | Joseph Ible | 57kg | $19.00 | |
| 8th | 5 | Apple Pie | 1 | Shaun Guymer | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Highway Robbery | 2 | Brodie Loy | D A Williams | 59kg |
Central West Smoke Alarms Country Boosted Mdn Plate
13:40 local1100mMaiden$30,000
Winner1. Mr CacciatoreSP $2.70
★ Top pick2nd
10Red Rocquette
Red Rocquette has been narrowly beaten in both starts, showing genuine ability and improvement.
2nd pick4th
8Miners Mate
The wide barrier (10) is a genuine concern given Bathurst's strong bias toward inside gates, but the horse's class and recent form suggest it can overcome this with a forward tactical ride. Strong connections add confidence.
999th pickScratched
9Laureata
Laureata is a first starter drawn perfectly in barrier 1, which is a major positive at Bathurst where inside gates dominate. The jockey/trainer combination has a reasonable strike rate, though the sole trial run was unremarkable. Given the lack of hard data, this is a calculated risk based on proxy signals rather than proven form, but the barrier alone provides a real winning chance.
Value pick7th
5Daisy Duck
- 1st1Mr CacciatoreGabrielle Johnston$2.70
- 2nd10Red RocquetteMathew Cahill$2.50
- 3rd3Argyle SpringsLouise Day$61.00
- 4th8Miners MateDonovan Dillon$4.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Mr Cacciatore | 4 | Gabrielle Johnston | Ben Lees | 57kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 10 | Red Rocquette | 5 | Mathew Cahill | Scott Collings | 55kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Argyle Springs | 9 | Louise Day | Ms A Smith | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Miners Mate | 10 | Donovan Dillon | Lyle Chandler | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Stormy Reign | 2 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | G G Kirkup | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Vodka Soda | 8 | Shaun Guymer | Ms M Hopkins | 59kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Daisy Duck | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Sky Goddess | 7 | Mitchell Bell | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Checkout Chick | 3 | Emma Ly | Ms D Prest | 55kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Laureata | 1 | Jean Van Overmeire | Danielle Seib | 55kg |
DRB Contracting Mdn Hcp
14:15 local1200mMaiden$27,000
Winner4. Let UpSP $3.90
★ Top pick2nd
7Denise's Gal
The clear formline standout in this maiden. Denise's Gal has been competitive at this level for multiple runs, drawn perfectly in barrier 1 which suits Bathurst's strong front-half bias, and boasts the best jockey/trainer synergy in the race. Ready to turn placings into a win.
2nd pickWon
4Let Up
Lacking any raceday history but the proxy signals are favourable - ideal barrier 2 draw suits the track bias perfectly, plus a sensible gear change (lugging bit) suggests conditioning for a genuine first competitive run.
3rd pick5th
3Devil Dancer
Value pick4th
9Magic Iris
- 1st4Let UpMolly Bourke$3.90
- 2nd7Denise's GalDeanne Panya$1.70
- 3rd8El Cool GeeDale Cole$41.00
- 4th9Magic IrisCoriah Keatings$21.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Let Up | 2 | Molly Bourke | Pat Murphy | 56.5kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 7 | Denise's Gal | 1 | Deanne Panya | Marc & Mitchell Conners | 55kg | $1.70 |
| 3rd | 8 | El Cool Gee | 6 | Dale Cole | Pat Murphy | 53kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Magic Iris | 4 | Coriah Keatings | Ms C Crockett | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Devil Dancer | 7 | Louise Day | J M Austin | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 1 | Piacentini | 3 | Donovan Dillon | Jason Attard | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Silver Summit | 5 | Joseph Ible | 59kg | $19.00 | |
| 8th | 5 | Moonlit Timber | 8 | Grant Buckley | T Wong | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Argyle Springs | 7 | Ms A Smith | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Supido Secret | 9 | Jacob Stiff | P Niceforo | 53.5kg |
Bathurst Ag Horse & Pet Hcp (C1)
14:50 local1400mClass 1$27,000
Winner1. Yes SireeSP $2.70
★ Top pick5th
2Comic Culture
Comic Culture presents the strongest overall form profile - consistently placing at a good level, drawn to utilise the track's front-half bias, and boasting an outstanding trainer/jockey strike rate.
2nd pick6th
7Son Of Eureka
3rd pickWon
1Yes Siree
Yes Siree is racing in improving form, coming off a narrow defeat in a similar Class 1 contest at Goulburn.
Value pick3rd
6Sellicks Beach
Sellicks Beach is an interesting value play - a dominant first-up maiden winner with untested upside in stronger grade.
- 1st1Yes SireeWinona Costin$2.70
- 2nd4SmichovBraith Nock$6.00
- 3rd6Sellicks BeachJacob Stiff$7.00
- 4th5Brass MonkeysLouise Day$6.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Yes Siree | 5 | Winona Costin | Claire Lever | 60.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 4 | Smichov | 2 | Braith Nock | J M Austin | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Sellicks Beach | 10 | Jacob Stiff | M R Mulholland | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Brass Monkeys | 4 | Louise Day | Scott Collings | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Comic Culture | 6 | Damon Budler | Rob Potter | 60kg | $3.60 |
| 6th | 7 | Son Of Eureka | 3 | Adam Farragher | Liam Ruddy | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Axiom | 1 | Coriah Keatings | Matthew Kelley | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Malinga Missile | 8 | Rob Potter | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Shuttering | 9 | Jean Van Overmeire | Luke Pepper | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Talistiana | 7 | Emma Ly | Peter Kirby | 53kg |
Offroad 4x4 Bathurst (Bm66)
15:25 local1800mBenchmark 66$27,000
Winner12. GodwitsSP $13.00
★ Top pick8th
2Like Lukey
If she can overcome the gate and get manageable cover, her class edge is obvious; this tempers her to second pick behind a safer, better-positioned rival.
2nd pick2nd
10Italus
Italus is a genuine progressive type who already has a track win at Bathurst and is well suited by today's barrier (7) under the map-driven bias. The rise in grade is a query, but the trainer/jockey combination is potent and the horse looks to be improving with each run, making him a credible third selection in an open contest.
999th pickScratched
4Yiasou
Yiasou arrives in career-best form, racing consistently at a high level with placings in 7 of last 8 starts. The inside barrier (2) is a significant plus at Bathurst where map position is king, and the fitness/consistency trend outweighs the class rise concern. Rates the most reliable winning chance in a moderate-tempo race that suits on-pace, positioned runners.
Value pickWon
12Godwits
Godwits is flying under the radar after a dominant recent win and remains fresh off a quick back-up.
- 1st12GodwitsLiam Blanch$13.00
- 2nd10ItalusDonovan Dillon$2.40
- 3rd6Devine OutcastMitchell Bell$8.50
- 4th9Own ThemMathew Cahill$10.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Godwits | 7 | Liam Blanch | Todd Smith | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Italus | 6 | Donovan Dillon | Angus Stewart | 55kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 6 | Devine Outcast | 4 | Mitchell Bell | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Own Them | 3 | Mathew Cahill | Scott Collings | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 8 | It Is To Be | 9 | Shaun Guymer | Pat Murphy | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Shadow Dane | 10 | Jacob Stiff | M R Mulholland | 63kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Devils Daughter | 5 | Andrew Calder | P & M Cave | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Like Lukey | 11 | Izzy Neale | Todd Smith | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Binkou | 1 | Grant Buckley | G L Frazer | 61kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Yiasou | 2 | Winona Costin | Brett Thompson | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | That A Boy | 12 | Sairyn Fawke | P J Facoory | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Sunburnt Country | 4 | Damon Budler | Natalie Jarvis | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Lucky Star | 13 | Claire Lever | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Danish Hussar | 8 | A L McRae | 55kg |
Sheds n Homes Bathurst (Bm66)
16:05 local1100mBenchmark 66$27,000
Winner5. RileycatSP $8.00
★ Top pick10th
2Gail Jeanette
Gail Jeanette presents the strongest form case - fresh from a win, dropping in class, and drawn perfectly in barrier 1 for a track that heavily rewards forward, inside runners. The class relief and ideal gate make her the most reliable win chance.
2nd pick6th
3Violet And Blue
Significantly overpriced given her genuine claims. Her placing history at BM66 level (2nd at Narromine, 2nd at Queanbeyan) shows she's competitive right at this class.
3rd pick7th
12Nabha
The rise in grade is a slight concern, but her upward trend and light weight suggest she can be competitive. A credible thirdplace chance in a race with genuine depth.
Value pickScratched
1Hellinda
- 1st5RileycatMitchell Bell$8.00
- 2nd9StormfieldRobyn Freeman$7.00
- 3rd13Gem TycoonWinona Costin$6.50
- 4th10Golden VaderAdam Farragher$4.80
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Rileycat | 7 | Mitchell Bell | Pat Murphy | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Stormfield | 9 | Robyn Freeman | G Portelli | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Gem Tycoon | 2 | Winona Costin | Richard & Will Freedman | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Golden Vader | 5 | Adam Farragher | Liam Ruddy | 55.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 6 | Tommy Flyer | 4 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Violet And Blue | 3 | Mathew Cahill | Kathryn Cahill | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Nabha | 6 | Rob Potter | 55kg | $6.50 | |
| 8th | 11 | News Bound | 14 | Leeshelle Small | Natalie Pearce | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Pretty Sassy | 8 | Glenn Cahill | Joseph Ible | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Gail Jeanette | 1 | Matt Kirk | Angus Stewart | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 11th | 7 | Noctua | 11 | Damon Budler | Natalie Jarvis | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Hellinda | 13 | Danielle Seib | 63kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Street Parade | 10 | Ms M Harrison | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Cante Libre | 12 | R J Nutman | 55kg |
Dusty Hooves Media Country Boosted (Bm58)
16:45 local1300mBenchmark 58$30,000
Winner9. Alabama HussySP $13.00
★ Top pick5th
2Jamacri
Jamacri presents the strongest formline in the race with a recent BM58 win at the same distance and a string of placings.
2nd pickWon
9Alabama Hussy
999th pickScratched
18Son Of Eureka
While barrier 10 isn't ideal for Bathurst's front-half bias, his consistency and improving trajectory make him a solid each-way threat in a moderately-paced race.
Value pick12th
13May Be Bubbles
May Be Bubbles offers value dropping out of tougher Class 1/Open grade company into BM58, drawing perfectly in barrier 2 for Bathurst's front-half-biased track.
- 1st9Alabama HussyCoriah Keatings$13.00
- 2nd1De JokerBraith Nock$2.15
- 3rd10Take The ChanceKen Dunbar$21.00
- 4th4Mrs BullMikayla Weir$11.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Alabama Hussy | 3 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | De Joker | 1 | Braith Nock | Angus Stewart | 60.5kg | $2.15 |
| 3rd | 10 | Take The Chance | 16 | Ken Dunbar | M C Lynch | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Mrs Bull | 7 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Jamacri | 14 | Jacob Stiff | M R Mulholland | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 17 | East Harlem | 12 | Molly Bourke | Peter Kirby | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Honey Slider | 17 | Liam Blanch | Ms J Galea | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Miss Karis | 11 | Madeline Owen | Brett Robb | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Invincible Salex | 13 | Mathew Cahill | Kylie Kennedy | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Deodee | 5 | Zoe Hunt | David J Smith | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 16 | Denman Deputy | 8 | Dylan Stanley | Brett Robb | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 13 | May Be Bubbles | 2 | Winona Costin | David J Smith | 56kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 6 | Kotaishi | 15 | Glenn Cahill | Matthew Kelley | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Invasive | 6 | Ms M Harrison | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Spring Prospect | 12 | David J Smith | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Commando Jack | 9 | David J Smith | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Brogans Creek | 4 | Toby Pracey | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Son Of Eureka | 10 | Adam Farragher | Liam Ruddy | 59kg |
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