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Couldn't have been more impressive when breaking maidens last start. Not surprised by the shortening odds, and it's worth putting on top.
Main Danger
3 Our Chief
F: 21B(3)W(59.5)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-Danny O'Brien )
Another runner coming off a maiden win and it has more wins to come. In good hands and if there is late money coming for it, that's a good sign.
Next Best
2 Crossbow
Dividend : $3.60, $1.90
Won
F: 6x22B(5)W(59.5)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Chris Waller )
Yet to win but it hasn't been disgraced with back-to-back second placings. They don't usually take long to win from the Waller stable.
Consider
1 Hillier
Dividend : $3.00
Place
F: 689x1B(4)W(60.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Annabel & Rob Archibald )
Turned its form around with a win at Newcastle, and the stable must think something of it to race at Flemington. Consider on that basis.
Longer Odds
7 Fenestella
F: 4B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Daniel Moor )
( T-Shane Nichols )
Only fair on debut but there is room for improvement. Could boost payouts massively.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 3.60
Place1 2 $ 1.90
Place2 1 $ 3.00
Quinella 1:2 $ 11.50
Trifecta 2:1:4 $ 30.90
First4 2:1:4:7 $ 142.50
Race 2 - 25/26 Vrc Membership Renewals Open Hcp
Time: 2:51 PM | Distance: 2530 m | Prize $ 163500
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
7 Muktamil
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 43122B(8)W(54.0)
( J-Daniel Moor )
( T-Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young )
Nice each-way odds for a runner with plenty of upside. Consistent, and it showed good fight to finish second last start. Light weight, so it should be tough to beat.
Main Danger
6 Bold Soul
Dividend : $2.50, $1.30
Won
F: 42124B(7)W(54.5)
( J-Michael Dee )
( T-Patrick & Michelle Payne )
It scored a good win three back and it has been threatening to win a race since. Well-backed to score and it should enjoy the smaller field.
Next Best
2 Changingoftheguard
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 742x8B(6)W(60.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Kris Lees )
It will only be better for the run under its belt fresh up. Punters should expect quick improvement and there has been good money for it.
Consider
8 Samuel Langhorne
F: 74633B(1)W(54.0)
( J-Jye McNeil )
( T-Michael Kent )
Loomed to win last start when settling for third. Inside draw and 54kg on its back should see it go close. Another each-way odds runner.
Longer Odds
4 Wyclif
F: 20x00B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Logan Bates )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
It's much better than its last three starts reflect. We're happy to give it another chance at the odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 2.50
Place1 6 $ 1.30
Place2 2 $ 2.30
Place3 7 $ 1.70
Quinella 2:6 $ 11.10
Trifecta 6:2:7 $ 55.50
First4 6:2:7:5 $ 377.10
Double 2:6 $ 7.60
Race 3 - Vrc.com.au Sprint Handicap (Bm74)
Time: 3:26 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 87200
Top Pick
8 The Shaper
F: 53051B(14)W(60.0)
( J-Logan Bates )
( T-Anthony & Sam Freedman )
It scored an overdue win last start and we're happy to stick with it. Longer odds than expected, but it only needs a good run in transit to go close.
Main Danger
6 De Bergerac
Dividend : $3.30, $1.60
Won
F: 3x132B(8)W(60.0)
( J-Tom Prebble )
( T-Grahame Begg )
A winner fresh up before posting consecutive placings. 2kg comes off its back and it took a nice type to beat it last time out.
Next Best
3 Epic Proportions
F: x2521B(15)W(62.0)
( J-Hannah Edgley )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
It deserved an overdue win last start and it typically makes its own luck on the pace. Smashed in betting, which is a great sign for this runner.
Consider
13 Our Couver
F: 248x0B(3)W(58.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Jerome Hunter )
Disappointing fresh up but we're prepared to give it another go. Drawn well with Blake Shinn riding, so there are some positives.
Longer Odds
5 Talbragar
F: x9778B(5)W(61.0)
( J-Beau Mertens )
( T-Julius Sandhu )
Better for recent racing, despite those efforts being below par. Just needs a run from the draw to figure in the finish.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 3.30
Place1 6 $ 1.60
Place2 2 $ 4.60
Place3 16 $ 6.30
Quinella 2:6 $ 26.50
Trifecta 6:2:16 $ 624.70
First4 6:2:16:10 $ 3781.20
Race 4 - Jockeys Celebration Day Handicap (Bm84)
Time: 4:01 PM | Distance: 1100 m | Prize $ 141700
Top Pick
9 Documentary
F: 119x6B(7)W(54.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Nick Ryan )
Started its career with two impressive wins before taking on some tough types. Every chance of getting back to that form, so put it on top.
Main Danger
2 Losesomewinmore
Dividend : $3.60, $1.20
Won
F: x1241B(4)W(60.5)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Richard & Chantelle Jolly )
Already a two-time winner this prep and it's good enough to keep rising through the grades. Big weight but it should be right in the mix.
Next Best
6 Call To Glory
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 27175B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Jordyn Weatherley )
( T-Tom Dabernig )
Nothing wrong with its win three back, and anything close to that would be good enough. Sneaking under the radar, and the inside draw helps.
Consider
1 South Of India
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 41x44B(2)W(61.0)
( J-Logan Bates )
( T-Ross McConville )
Better for two fourths this prep and it should be rock-hard fit and ready to fire. Six wins from 13 starts and 2kg comes off its back.
Longer Odds
8 Smart Little Miss
F: 36779B(3)W(54.0)
( J-Dean Yendall )
( T-Mitchell Freedman )
Likely to settle back and attempt a run late in the piece. 54kg on its back should take it close to causing an upset.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 3.60
Place1 2 $ 1.20
Place2 6 $ 2.60
Place3 1 $ 2.70
Quinella 2:6 $ 16.00
Trifecta 2:6:1 $ 117.00
First4 2:6:1:3 $ 540.80
Race 5 - Vrc Spring Gala Handicap (Bm78)
Time: 4:35 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 141700
Top Pick
14 Federer
Dividend : $1.20
Place
F: 6x843B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
Well-backed to return to winning form. Looked like a potential megastar early, and although its recent form is only fair, it should have matured nicely.
Main Danger
1 Aztec State
F: 51x15B(9)W(63.0)
( J-Jackson Radley )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
It scored good wins either side of a spell before finishing fifth last time out. It didn't have all favours last start, so stick with it.
Next Best
18 Maisy
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: x41x7B(5)W(53.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-M, W & J Hawkes )
Not the most consistent start to its career, but it has been heavily backed to win at each-way odds. Carrying 53kg makes it a winning threat.
Consider
9 Paradise Storm
F: x0x32B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Declan Bates )
( T-Henry Dwyer )
Knocking on the door after consecutive placings. Needs to lift a touch to beat this field, but the odds make it worth including.
Longer Odds
5 Euphoric
F: 45300B(6)W(60.5)
( J-Luke Cartwright )
( T-Greg Eurell )
Not an easy runner to follow, as its recent form suggests. Too talented to leave out at the current odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 23.20
Place1 8 $ 4.90
Place2 14 $ 1.20
Place3 18 $ 1.90
Quinella 8:14 $ 20.10
Trifecta 8:14:18 $ 465.40
First4 8:14:18:5 $ 2795.80
Double 2:8 $ 84.60
Treble 6:2:8 $ 627.30
Race 6 - Victorian Jockeys' Association Trophy (Bm100)
Time: 5:11 PM | Distance: 1410 m | Prize $ 163500
Top Pick
9 Green Fly
F: x1545B(1)W(55.0)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Anthony & Sam Freedman )
It showed good sustained speed to win fresh up and it has been threatening to win in subsequent runs. Inside draw adds to its appeal.
Main Danger
8 Zou Sensation
Dividend : $2.40, $1.30
Won
F: 0x511B(10)W(56.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-L & T Corstens & W Larkin )
Gunning for three consecutive wins, which is tough to overlook. Looks to have matured nicely this prep, and it has spring ambitions.
Next Best
5 Cafe Millenium
F: 0x519B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Luke Cartwright )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
Not consistent in the slightest, but its win two back was impressive. If that form comes to the track, it could blow this field away late.
Consider
2 Munhamek
F: 0x823B(9)W(59.5)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Nick Ryan )
Always gives its everything on the track and it has been close to posting a win after back-to-back placings. Can't be left out.
Longer Odds
11 Harmonious Senora
F: 107x1B(6)W(53.0)
( J-Dean Yendall )
( T-Kylie Vella )
Facing a steep rise in class following a win, but it could sneak under the radar with its confidence levels up.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 2.40
Place1 8 $ 1.30
Place2 7 $ 3.10
Place3 6 $ 2.60
Quinella 7:8 $ 15.10
Trifecta 8:7:6 $ 146.70
First4 8:7:6:9 $ 781.40
Race 7 - Aurie's Star Handicap (G3)
Time: 5:50 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 218000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
11 Splash Back
F: 18x11B(7)W(54.0)
( J-Tom Prebble )
( T-Grahame Begg )
Its last start win was one of the most impressive showings last season. It has a bright future, and it could be a runner to follow this spring.
Main Danger
2 Marble Nine
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 45111B(9)W(59.5)
( J-Liam Riordan )
( T-L & T Corstens & W Larkin )
Loving its work this prep with three consecutive wins. Tough to beat when it's in that mood, and punters get each-way odds.
Next Best
10 King Of Roseau
Dividend : $3.60, $1.60
Won
F: 22011B(10)W(54.0)
( J-Michael Dee )
( T-Peter Snowden )
Nothing wrong with its last two wins, and it has been well-backed to win. 54kg on its back is ideal, so include in all bets.
Consider
8 She Dances
F: 36774B(5)W(54.5)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
Finding it hard to win races, and this race isn't an easy one to win. However, it could improve nicely and run a good race at double-figure odds.
Longer Odds
3 Lady In Pink
F: x826xB(2)W(58.0)
( J-Ben Allen )
( T-L & T Corstens & W Larkin )
A past fresh up winner and it could hit the ground running. Worth including at the price.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 3.60
Place1 10 $ 1.60
Place2 4 $ 6.40
Place3 2 $ 1.80
Quinella 4:10 $ 86.00
Trifecta 10:4:2 $ 574.70
First4 10:4:2:7 $ 3117.10
Race 8 - 2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival On Sale Handicap
Time: 6:25 PM | Distance: 1620 m | Prize $ 141700
Top Pick
11 One Long Day
F: 122x2B(2)W(56.5)
( J-John Allen )
( T-Melody Cunningham )
It doesn't know how to run a bad race, so we're always happy to back it. A good winner last prep and it has been very close since.
Main Danger
5 Outta Compton
F: 64112B(1)W(59.0)
( J-Luke Cartwright )
( T-Mark Webb )
Close to making it three consecutive wins last time out and it could bounce back in fine style. There has been solid money for it, which is good to see.
Next Best
10 Black Storm
F: 22121B(15)W(56.5)
( J-Ethan Brown )
( T-Tim Fitzsimmons )
Nothing wrong with its recent form, including multiple wins and placings. Drawn 16, which isn't ideal, but it has enough ability to go close.
Consider
16 Farhh Flung
Dividend : $2.20
Place
F: 9x792B(5)W(54.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Danny O'Brien )
Our best roughie last start when running close for second. Not far off an overdue win and we're happy with the odds again.
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
14 He'll Rip
F: 2x128B(9)W(54.5)
( J-Ryan Houston )
( T-L & T Corstens & W Larkin )
Not everything went its way last start, which followed impressive form. The odds are generous, so include for value.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 15 $ 21.30
Place1 15 $ 6.40
Place2 16 $ 2.20
Place3 3 $ 3.80
Quinella 15:16 $ 127.10
Trifecta 15:16:3 $ 2878.40
First4 15:16:3:9 $ 39317.90
Race 9 - Inside Headquarters Handicap (Bm78)
Time: 6:56 PM | Distance: 1410 m | Prize $ 141700
Top Pick
9 Illyivy
F: x2121B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Logan Bates )
( T-Ray Besanko )
Already a two-time winner this preparation, and it also has two second placings. Nothing wrong with that form, and the odds are generous.
Main Danger
15 Ten Deep
F: x3x22B(12)W(55.0)
( J-Luke Cartwright )
( T-Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman )
Knocking on the door after three consecutive placings. It shouldn't be far off a winning effort, and this race is wide open.
Next Best
1 Stylish
Dividend : $4.10, $1.80
Won
F: x1713B(10)W(60.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
Loved its two wins this campaign and it could add another with a good run in transit. Likely to course wide and make a late run.
Consider
17 Eagle Express
F: x2361B(3)W(54.5)
( J-Jye McNeil )
( T-Chris Waller )
Good to see it score an overdue win last start, which could see it run well again. Gets in with a light weight, adding to its win hopes.
Longer Odds
4 Terrestar
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 3x229B(13)W(59.5)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-M, W & J Hawkes )
Better than its last run suggests and the odds are worth taking. Money has come for it, so include in picks.