★ Top pick2nd
7Hello Mistress
Hello Mistress presents the strongest form case in this maiden field with genuine soft-track ability, proven form at this same 975m Swan Hill circuit, and a clear improving trajectory.
Victoria · Tuesday 28 July 2026
Swan Hill tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Swan Hill. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won2/825%
Any tip won6/875%
Top pick placed6/875%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
bet365 Same Race Multi Mdn Plate
13:00 local975mMaiden$32,000
Winner5. Cicconi RainSP $3.70
2nd pickWon
5Cicconi Rain
Cicconi Rain has the best recent form line in the race, running a narrow 2nd last start and showing progressive improvement.
3rd pick5th
1Four On The Floor
The concern is his unproven record on rain-affected tracks, but the barrier draw and recent form trend offer enough case for each-way consideration.
Value pick7th
2Gosling
- 1st5Cicconi RainAlana Kelly$3.70
- 2nd7Hello MistressNeil Farley$1.70
- 3rd8Nano BubblesJohn Keating$26.00
- 4th4Carlow RoseBrittany Button$16.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Cicconi Rain | 3 | Alana Kelly | Mitchell Freedman | 56kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 7 | Hello Mistress | 5 | Neil Farley | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | $1.70 |
| 3rd | 8 | Nano Bubbles | 8 | John Keating | Saab Hasan | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Carlow Rose | 1 | Brittany Button | Ms E Haworth | 54.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Four On The Floor | 4 | Brad Rawiller | Gary Boyce | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Royal Rhino | 7 | Logan McNeil | Olivia Osborne | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Gosling | 9 | Lachlan King | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Divine Reine | 6 | Chelsea Thompson | Nell Carter | 53kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Profile | 2 | Valentin Le Boeuf | Tim Hughes | 56kg |
Jarrod Arentz Electrical & Solar Solutions Mdn Plate
13:30 local975mMaiden$32,000
Winner8. Ride Like MichelleSP $3.80
★ Top pickWon
8Ride Like Michelle
2nd pick2nd
9What Once Was
What Once Was presents a strong connections case as a debutant, underpinned by an excellent trainer/jockey combination and a good barrier. While lacking any public form, the proxy signals are compelling enough to rate this as a leading contender in a moderate class race.
3rd pick6th
7Inside Word
Inside Word offers a workable profile with recent trial experience and a strong inside barrier at a track that lightly favours forward positioning. Connections signals are more modest than the top two selections, placing it as a solid third pick with each-way claims.
Value pick5th
1Excelaot
Excelaot offers the deepest form profile in the race, with genuine competitive runs and proven wet-track ability, but a lack of a win across 16 starts leaves a query.
- 1st8Ride Like MichelleAlana Kelly$3.80
- 2nd9What Once WasFred W Kersley$3.00
- 3rd3PhenomenormBradley Vale$101.00
- 4th6UpinthecitySamantha Noble$51.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Ride Like Michelle | 8 | Alana Kelly | Patrick Payne | 55kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 9 | What Once Was | 5 | Fred W Kersley | L Smith | 55kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Phenomenorm | 3 | Bradley Vale | Shilleagh Meyervale | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Upinthecity | 6 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Excelaot | 7 | Chelsea Thompson | Chris Calthorpe | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Inside Word | 2 | Lachlan King | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57kg | $2.35 |
| 7th | 2 | Magnus Mclaren | 9 | Shayleigh Ingelse | D E Oliver | 59.5kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Classic 'n' Classy | 4 | Christine Puls | P L Hallam | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Loveoftheladies | 1 | Brittany Button | G W Egan | 56kg | $31.00 |
Ultima Hotel Mdn Plate
14:00 local1300mMaiden$32,000
Winner7. Budjik QueenSP $2.35
★ Top pick2nd
6Apache Sunrise
Apache Sunrise presents the most reliable form profile in this maiden - a filly who keeps hitting the placings (2-3-5-3-2-3-3 type pattern) with genuine soft-track capability. The long Swan Hill straight suits her sit-midfield, sustain-finish style perfectly under the moderate tempo expected.
2nd pickWon
7Budjik Queen
Applying the debutant proxy framework, the trainer/jockey combination (Freedman/Allen at 13%) and Allen's outstanding recent form (30% strike rate) provide strong positive signals. However, complete absence of proven wet-track capability is a real unknown on Soft 6, capping confidence below our top pick.
3rd pick12th
8Cheers To Us
Cheers To Us has the strongest course-and-distance credentials in the race, with a narrow Swan Hill placing at this trip in April and proven soft-track ability.
Value pickScratched
16Into The Music
Her improving form pattern across just 3 starts suggests she is closing in on a maiden win.
- 1st7Budjik QueenJohn Allen$2.35
- 2nd6Apache SunriseDean Yendall$6.00
- 3rd12Aurum StarLachlan King$20.00
- 4th10ThinkerFred W Kersley$12.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Budjik Queen | 4 | John Allen | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 6 | Apache Sunrise | 13 | Dean Yendall | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Aurum Star | 11 | Lachlan King | Toby Lake | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Thinker | 2 | Fred W Kersley | L Smith | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Saker Falcon | 12 | Jake Duffy | Ms E Haworth | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Istvan | 10 | John Keating | Henry Dwyer | 57kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Blackhill Boy | 1 | Toby Atkinson | Tyler Donaldson-Aitken | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Gold Decree | 5 | Brittany Button | P McVicar | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Bozza | 6 | Ryan Hurdle | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Zukuro | 9 | Alana Kelly | Patrick Payne | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 11th | 9 | Massalia | 16 | Jack Hill | Brady Cross | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Cheers To Us | 8 | Cassidy Hill | Ms J Duncan | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 13th | 14 | Malastrana | 14 | Neil Farley | Henry Dwyer | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 14th | 4 | Highland Chief | 3 | Tayla Cameron | Rachel Samsonenko | 55.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 15 | The Archer | 17 | Brad Rawiller | N A Blackiston | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Into The Music | 18 | Andrew Noblet | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Sistine Impact | 7 | Teodore Nugent | Andrew Noblet | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Foxtrot Lad | 20 | V L Malady | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Vanvitelli | 19 | Will Gordon | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 20 | Ernie | 15 | Linc Sullivan | 57.5kg |
Footts Swan Hill Demolition Group Mdn Plate
14:30 local1600mMaiden$32,000
Winner9. WazzaSP $2.05
★ Top pickWon
9Wazza
Wazza is clearly the most credentialed runner in this maiden, with a narrow defeat last start showing genuine ability well above this level. Untested on Soft but the class edge should be sufficient to overcome minor query on ground and get the job done.
2nd pick3rd
3Fierce Fiasco
Fierce Fiasco offers the most reliable recent form in the race, with a game placing on Soft at Kilmore last prep and consistent racing pattern. Ryan Hurdle continues on a horse he knows.
3rd pick7th
5Pappa Ritch
Pappa Ritch was competitive at Donald last start on Soft ground, finishing 4th within striking range. The Madden/Jackson combination carries a strong historical strike rate. Barrier 13 is a slight concern on this track but with a webbed pack and no genuine leaders, they should get a fair run for a placing chance.
Value pickScratched
4Numbersneverseen
Will Gordon's strong overall track strike rate adds weight. Barrier is a slight query, but with a genuinely moderate pace expected this looks overpriced relative to its wet-track credentials.
- 1st9WazzaJohn Allen$2.05
- 2nd11JulepWill Gordon$21.00
- 3rd3Fierce FiascoRyan Hurdle$6.50
- 4th14Street Smart BoyDean Yendall$8.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Wazza | 3 | John Allen | Mitchell Freedman | 59.5kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 11 | Julep | 12 | Will Gordon | Taige Weir | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Fierce Fiasco | 8 | Ryan Hurdle | Andrew Noblet | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 14 | Street Smart Boy | 6 | Dean Yendall | Patrick Payne | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Patriot Wolf | 9 | Valentin Le Boeuf | Brian Lawlor | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Eye Tracker | 10 | Jack Hill | Shane Jackson | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Pappa Ritch | 13 | Tom Madden | Shane Jackson | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Talavera | 5 | Mitchell Aitken | Matthew Cumani | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Bouchereign | 7 | Teodore Nugent | Andrew Bobbin | 59.5kg | $9.50 |
| 10th | 7 | Sartoria | 14 | Toby Atkinson | N A Blackiston | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Savvy Nights | 4 | Logan McNeil | K J Kelly | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Determinato | 8 | Dominic Sutton | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Numbersneverseen | 11 | Will Gordon | Patrick Payne | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Only Opera | 1 | Neil Farley | Henry Dwyer | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Atomic Tommy | 2 | Bryan Dowsett | 59.5kg |
BusBiz.net.au (Bm62)
15:00 local2400mBenchmark 62$27,000
Winner2. NottolookSP $4.80
★ Top pick2nd
7Verifier
Verifier presents the most reliable and in-form package in this race. Strong recent placings, a red-hot rider in John Allen, and the reintroduction of blinkers all point to continued improvement.
2nd pick11th
4Prince Pinot
Prince Pinot has course-and-distance form at this exact Swan Hill 2400m Bench 62 level and drops back into a race he has previously won. Recent form in tougher company was underwhelming, but the class relief and proven affinity for this specific test make him a leading each-way threat.
3rd pick10th
3Black Frost
Black Frost is racing consistently and drops into easier grade off a good second-up effort at Narrandera. Jake Duffy's strong record aboard this horse and the clear class relief make him a solid third selection, though he remains unproven over the full 2400m trip.
Value pickWon
2Nottolook
Nottolook offers value as a lightly-raced improver who scored impressively last start in soft conditions.
- 1st2NottolookNeil Farley$4.80
- 2nd7VerifierJohn Allen$3.50
- 3rd1HaalandZac Moore$4.80
- 4th9Smokin' RohieChelsea Thompson$11.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Nottolook | 7 | Neil Farley | Patrick Payne | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 7 | Verifier | 9 | John Allen | N A Blackiston | 57kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Haaland | 4 | Zac Moore | Lucinda Boyd | 60.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 9 | Smokin' Rohie | 11 | Chelsea Thompson | Nell Carter | 53kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Black Rutile | 8 | Jack Hill | Andrew Bobbin | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Intuitu | 1 | Chelsea Jokic | Brent Stanley | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 10 | The Stock Route | 3 | Christine Puls | Ms J Duncan | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Fiorente Spritz | 2 | Bradley Vale | Raharna McDonald | 54kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Iffycould | 10 | Fred W Kersley | P A Preusker | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Black Frost | 6 | Jake Duffy | Craig Weeding | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Prince Pinot | 5 | Brad Rawiller | R G Symons | 59kg | $12.00 |
Pooles Accountants & Tax Specialists (Bm62)
15:30 local975mBenchmark 62$27,000
Winner2. MonixSP $3.60
★ Top pick7th
9Tesoro Mio
Tesoro Mio is building form nicely with an improving profile and carries significant weight relief in a race with a wide weight spread.
2nd pickWon
2Monix
Monix boasts the best overall Swan Hill and distance record in the race, with genuine wet-track credentials and solid recent form including a placing last start. The wide alley is a slight concern but his track affinity and consistency make him a strong top-three contender.
999th pickScratched
1Surprisatic
Dropping in class from BM70 races and drawing conveniently in barrier 4, this gelding is racing consistently and looks the one to beat, despite carrying top weight.
Value pick3rd
10Meet Me Halfway
- 1st2MonixChelsea Taylor$3.60
- 2nd8ShamateurWill Gordon$8.00
- 3rd10Meet Me HalfwayDean Yendall$7.00
- 4th6Morning RalphLachlan King$11.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Monix | 9 | Chelsea Taylor | Nathan Hobson | 60.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 8 | Shamateur | 10 | Will Gordon | S Fliedner | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Meet Me Halfway | 6 | Dean Yendall | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Morning Ralph | 7 | Lachlan King | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Codename | 3 | Mitchell Aitken | Brent Stanley | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Les Garcons | 8 | John Allen | Mitchell Freedman | 60kg | $3.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Tesoro Mio | 5 | Zac Moore | T Fitzsimmons | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Surprisatic | 4 | Brittany Button | Brent Stanley | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Set Me Loose | 1 | Fred W Kersley | L Smith | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Thunder Park | 2 | Shayleigh Ingelse | S V Gebert | 58.5kg |
The Bottle-O Swan Hill (Bm62)
16:00 local1200mBenchmark 62$27,000
Winner12. Sunday Fun DaySP $9.50
★ Top pick2nd
3National Code
National Code is the most consistent and credentialed runner in this field with a 71% placing rate and clear class superiority shown by placing in stronger heavy-track company last start. Barrier 15 is a slight concern but the long Swan Hill straight allows time to overcome a wide gate.
2nd pick3rd
6Bonfire Jimmy
Second-up record is strong and John Allen's booking is a positive signal, though the rail barrier and lack of proven soft-track form add some risk.
999th pickScratched
4Fierce Dreams
Fierce Dreams is racing in career-best form with a recent win and consistently strong minor placings. The class rise is a query but her upward trajectory suggests she is ready to compete at this level.
Value pick5th
2Vilnius
- 1st12Sunday Fun DayDean Yendall$9.50
- 2nd3National CodeWill Gordon$2.60
- 3rd6Bonfire JimmyJohn Allen$4.20
- 4th8Sistine TunnelTom Madden$17.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Sunday Fun Day | 6 | Dean Yendall | Mark Pegus | 54kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | National Code | 15 | Will Gordon | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 6 | Bonfire Jimmy | 1 | John Allen | Shane Jackson | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 8 | Sistine Tunnel | 14 | Tom Madden | Andrew Noblet | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Vilnius | 12 | Steven Vella | Kylie Vella | 61kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Point Of Ecstasy | 9 | Alana Kelly | Mitchell Freedman | 54kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 9 | I'm Helro | 5 | Fred W Kersley | L Smith | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Highland George | 3 | Chelsea Taylor | Nathan Hobson | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Party At Artie's | 4 | Chris Calthorpe | 54kg | $31.00 | |
| 10th | 10 | Winning Witness | 11 | Brittany Button | Ms E Haworth | 52.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Safe And Warm | 7 | Bradley Vale | R A Hockley | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Superset | 10 | Neil Farley | Shawn Mathrick | 63kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Fierce Dreams | 13 | Brad Rawiller | Nick Ryan | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Zoulette | 8 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 59kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Aqua Storm | 2 | Jack Hill | Shane Jackson | 58kg |
Manangatang Cup Saturday 10th October (Bm62)
16:30 local1300mBenchmark 62$27,000
Winner8. SacramentalSP $4.80
★ Top pick5th
3Shooter Mcgavin
2nd pick6th
11Call Me Maura
However, the very wide barrier (20) is a real concern on a track that rewards inside-to-mid gates, and her sample size remains small stepping up into deeper company. Rates highly but not undisputed top pick given the barrier query.
3rd pick2nd
2Mr Butt's Boats
Mr Butt's Boats has course form with a win at Swan Hill last campaign and remains competitive at this level, but his complete lack of soft/heavy track experience is a genuine concern on a Soft 6 surface. Solid third pick given his consistency and course suitability, but the wet-track query tempers confidence relative to the top two.
999th pickScratched
20Aka Daka
Aka Daka has been a picture of consistency with multiple placings from recent starts, showing professional racing manners and adaptability. The step up in class is manageable given the quality of recent form, though limited proven wet-track form is a slight concern on this Soft 6 surface.
999th pickScratched
10Cosmic Charger
The wide barrier is the major concern in a race with a fast projected tempo, but the quality of recent form and proven soft-ground ability make this an each-way threat.
Value pick4th
12Break The Taboo
Break The Taboo holds arguably the best genuine soft-track credentials in the race (2 wins, 4 places from 7 soft-track runs) and drops sharply in weight today after carrying 70kg fresh last start.
- 1st8SacramentalDean Yendall$4.80
- 2nd2Mr Butt's BoatsNeil Farley$4.60
- 3rd7Formidable ForceSteven Vella$19.00
- 4th12Break The TabooJack Hill$8.50
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Sacramental | 10 | Dean Yendall | Mitchell Freedman | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Mr Butt's Boats | 7 | Neil Farley | N A Blackiston | 60.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 7 | Formidable Force | 2 | Steven Vella | Kylie Vella | 59.5kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Break The Taboo | 6 | Jack Hill | Shane Jackson | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Shooter Mcgavin | 8 | Tom Madden | Shane Jackson | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Call Me Maura | 20 | Will Gordon | Taige Weir | 57.5kg | $4.00 |
| 7th | 16 | Naval Force | 19 | John Allen | Archie Alexander | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Strike Gold | 15 | Chelsea Jokic | T Fitzsimmons | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 17 | Jaskier | 11 | Jake Duffy | P McVicar | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Angelos | 3 | Teodore Nugent | Andrew Noblet | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Blakmax | 4 | Chelsea Thompson | Raharna McDonald | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 12th | 19 | Smart Elissim | 5 | A R Coffey | 54kg | $81.00 | |
| 13th | 6 | Gobbo's Mate | 14 | Brittany Button | P McVicar | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 1 | All Business | 13 | Lachlan King | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 61kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Attain | 12 | Bradley Vale | Raharna McDonald | 60kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Cosmic Charger | 18 | Brad Rawiller | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Pacific Jewel | 17 | Lucinda Boyd | Lucinda Boyd | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Pardon My French | 16 | C Maher | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Stellar Madame | 9 | Chris Calthorpe | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Aka Daka | 1 | V L Malady | 59kg |
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