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Showed good pace early on, and although disappointing at its last two starts, it's better than that. Happy to give it another chance.
Main Danger
7 Persian Spirit
F: 212x1B(15)W(59.5)
( J-Harry Coffey )
( T-Symon Wilde )
It got the better of a similar field last time out, and there's no reason why it can't win again. Worth including at the each-way odds.
Next Best
10 Stoli Bolli
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 0x323B(6)W(58.5)
( J-James McDonald )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
Knocking on the door after three consecutive placings, and it's quick enough to down this field down the straight. Watch for late betting moves.
Consider
2 De Bergerac
Dividend : $16.50, $3.70
Won
F: 32145B(14)W(60.5)
( J-Luke Cartwright )
( T-Grahame Begg )
It's at better odds than expected and it owns a classy win down the straight earlier this preparation. Value runner.
Longer Odds
4 Sought After
F: 6214xB(16)W(60.0)
( J-Luke Nolen )
( T-Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman )
Scratched last week, but the Kiwi has a solid chance of performing here. NZB Kiwi form hasn't stacked up, but it could buck the trend.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 16.50
Place1 2 $ 3.70
Place2 10 $ 1.50
Place3 12 $ 1.50
Quinella 2:10 $ 26.30
Trifecta 2:10:12 $ 185.20
First4 2:10:12:5 $ 2723.90
Race 2 - Darley Maribyrnong Trial Stakes (L)
Time: 3:56 PM | Distance: 1000 m | Prize $ 194250
Top Pick
4 Knightsbridge
F:B(2)W(58.0)
( J-James McDonald )
( T-Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott )
Impressive trial form and the money has come for it. That's always good to see from this stable, so follow the positive betting moves.
Main Danger
5 Knurl
F:B(10)W(58.0)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-Tony & Calvin McEvoy )
Another runner coming off tidy trial form, and it's in good hands. They know how to get them up and running from this stable.
Next Best
9 One Day At A Time
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F:B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Harry Coffey )
( T-Tony & Calvin McEvoy )
Stablemate to Knurl, and it's shorter in betting markets. Drawn well down the straight and it could show the same pace it showed in prep for this.
Consider
12 Streisand
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F:B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Clinton McDonald )
Bred for speed and it has shown solid pace at Flemington in preparation for this race. Could pay to watch for any late moves.
Longer Odds
6 Rich On Bubbles
F:B(6)W(58.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
The speed is there, and it could be going under the radar. Worth including at double-figure odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 8.40
Place1 1 $ 2.70
Place2 12 $ 1.90
Place3 9 $ 1.60
Quinella 1:12 $ 24.80
Trifecta 1:12:9 $ 192.90
First4 1:12:9:5 $ 847.40
Double 2:1 $ 78.70
Race 3 - Super Impose Stakes (L)
Time: 4:30 PM | Distance: 1800 m | Prize $ 194250
Top Pick
4 Options
Dividend : $5.30, $1.70
Won
F: 113B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Harry Coffey )
( T-Tony & Calvin McEvoy )
Nothing wrong with its form after posting two wins before running third behind some Derby types. Good enough to beat this field.
Main Danger
2 Miewa
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 6x441B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Jordan Childs )
( T-Nick Ryan )
Capped off solid form with a strong last-start win, and it has every chance of kicking on with it. Should go close over this distance.
Next Best
3 Officiate
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 8x21B(3)W(57.0)
( J-James McDonald )
( T-Chris Waller )
Improving type that comes off a strong win. Getting McDonald riding is a bonus, and it has been well-backed throughout the week, so it's worth including.
Consider
5 Kakkoii
F: 3x51B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young )
Another runner coming off its maiden win, and it could be a nice stayer in the making. Happy to include it at the current odds.
Longer Odds
8 Crown Of Russia
F: 515B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Craig Williams )
( T-Danny O'Brien )
A solid effort two back, and something close to that effort could be good enough.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 5.30
Place1 4 $ 1.70
Place2 2 $ 1.70
Place3 3 $ 1.70
Quinella 2:4 $ 8.00
Trifecta 4:2:3 $ 71.20
First4 4:2:3:9 $ 587.50
Race 4 - Tab Edward Manifold Stakes (G2)
Time: 5:05 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 333000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
5 Just A Journey
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 15x21B(6)W(56.0)
( J-James McDonald )
( T-Michael Freedman )
Form in Sydney typically stacks up well in Melbourne, and it comes off a strong win. Could be a nice type on the rise.
Main Danger
3 Spicy Lu
F: 17x04B(9)W(56.0)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Nick Olive )
A touch disappointing this prep after showing good speed last season. Good enough to figure in the finish if it finds the front.
Next Best
2 Zany Girl
F: 3x173B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Craig Williams )
( T-Stuart Gandy )
Liked its fresh up win, so something close to that is good enough. Inside draw, and it should be right around the mark from the outset.
Consider
4 Yum
F: 7x311B(10)W(56.0)
( J-Jamie Mott )
( T-John McArdle )
Racing deliciously after back-to-back wins, including an upset win last time out. No reason why it can't win again.
Longer Odds
6 Just Kick
F: 23x37B(3)W(56.0)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-Emma-Lee & David Browne )
Fitter now after two runs this prep, and it could sneak under the radar at double-figure odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 16.00
Place1 10 $ 4.10
Place2 5 $ 1.90
Place3 9 $ 3.30
Quinella 5:10 $ 38.10
Trifecta 10:5:9 $ 1177.50
First4 10:5:9:2 $ 6948.00
Race 5 - Kirin Ichiban Rose Of Kingston Stakes (G2)
Time: 5:40 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 333000
Top Pick
1 Marble Arch
F: 217x6B(9)W(57.5)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
Lovely odds for a runner with plenty of improvement to come this prep. Disappointing fresh up, but expect much better.
Main Danger
4 On Display
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 41x10B(8)W(56.0)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr )
Forget it went around last start after getting no luck in the straight. Money has come thick and fast for it, so it can't be overlooked.
Next Best
2 Miraval Rose
Dividend : $4.90, $1.70
Won
F: 30x31B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Jordan Childs )
( T-Grahame Begg )
Too strong for them last time out, and it's capable of going back-to-back. Drawn well, and it could sneak under the radar again.
Consider
10 Tuileries
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: x4813B(7)W(55.0)
( J-Craig Williams )
( T-Peter Snowden )
It hasn't quite lived up to its early ambitions, but it won well two back, and that form is solid enough. Could measure up in Melbourne.
Longer Odds
3 Pop Award
F: x1178B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Jye McNeil )
( T-Lyn Tolson & Leonie Proctor )
It showed good form earlier this prep with back-to-back wins. Chance if that form comes to the table.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 4.90
Place1 2 $ 1.70
Place2 10 $ 2.70
Place3 4 $ 1.40
Quinella 2:10 $ 21.50
Trifecta 2:10:4 $ 130.40
First4 2:10:4:11 $ 1365.30
Race 6 - Danehill Stakes (G2)
Time: 6:16 PM | Distance: 1100 m | Prize $ 333000
Top Pick
4 Legacy Bound
F: 11x1B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Jye McNeil )
( T-Robbie Griffiths )
Tough to overlook the odds after three unbeaten runs. It has beaten some smart types, so the odds are better than expected.
Main Danger
8 My Gladiola
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 28x21B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Jamie Mott )
( T-John McArdle )
A big effort to get up last time out, and it has always had loads of talent. Drawing middle of the track is ideal, so watch for it late.
Next Best
1 Tentyris
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 5121xB(5)W(58.5)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Anthony & Sam Freedman )
There is some talk of an Everest spot but it would need to destroy this field to have any chance of that. Talented, and it could win.
Consider
6 Rosberg
F: 1B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Clinton McDonald )
The early favourite after drifting throughout the week. A tidy debut effort, and it could remain unbeaten with a repeat of that.
Longer Odds
7 Mcgaw
Dividend : $17.80, $4.60
Won
F: 11x25B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-Emma-Lee & David Browne )
Better than what it showed last time out, and considering the odds, we're happy to include it in picks.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 17.80
Place1 7 $ 4.60
Place2 8 $ 1.60
Place3 1 $ 2.40
Quinella 7:8 $ 35.90
Trifecta 7:8:1 $ 425.60
First4 7:8:1:4 $ 3222.30
Double 2:7 $ 33.10
Treble 10:2:7 $ 2396.40
Race 7 - The Lexus Bart Cummings (G3)
Time: 6:51 PM | Distance: 2520 m | Prize $ 388500
Top Pick
2 Revelare
F: 1x711B(4)W(59.0)
( J-Declan Bates )
( T-Robert Hickmott )
It opened at $6.50, which were ridiculous odds for the in-form stayer. Heavily backed during the week, so the money is on.
Main Danger
15 Gilded Water
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F: 12x31B(12)W(54.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
A nice type after scoring well last start, and its form has been rock-solid throughout its career. Could be a sneaky Cups chance if it wins here.
Next Best
17 Bur Dubai
F: 1x727B(14)W(54.0)
( J-Beau Mertens )
( T-Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr )
It always looms to win but doesn't always finish it off close to the line. Happy to give it another chance at the odds.
Consider
6 Berkshire Breeze
F: 48x62B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
It was a Melbourne Cup favourite last year before eventually not getting into the field. Second last start, so it could be back to its best.
Longer Odds
9 Sayedaty Sadaty
F: 31133B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
A consistent stayer is a good stayer, so we're happy to include it. Could boost payouts.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 14 $ 60.70
Place1 14 $ 12.70
Place2 10 $ 12.00
Place3 15 $ 1.30
Quinella 10:14 $ 1553.20
Trifecta 14:10:15 $ 34147.20
First4 14:10:15:1 $ 164142.30
Race 8 - Tab Turnbull Stakes (G1)
Time: 7:27 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 832500
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
7 Aeliana
F: 21x22B(5)W(55.0)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-Chris Waller )
This race maps out perfectly and we're not worried by the drifting odds. Ran past Via Sistina last time out, and this race is there to win.
Main Danger
4 Via Sistina
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F: 11x13B(1)W(57.0)
( J-James McDonald )
( T-Chris Waller )
Happy to stick with the best horse in Australia, even though Flemington isn't always its best track. Needs some pace in the race, but it should get it.
Next Best
3 Sir Delius
Dividend : $6.50, $2.10
Won
F: x1x21B(14)W(58.0)
( J-Craig Williams )
( T-Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott )
The import has been going through its gears nicely, including a tough win last time out. Good enough to beat this field? Yes, so include.
Consider
1 Antino
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 11x54B(6)W(59.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Tony Gollan )
We could see another interesting ride from Shinn, who could take off if there is no pace in the race. Something needs to happen to see its best form return.
Longer Odds
6 Half Yours
F: 12151B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Tony & Calvin McEvoy )
The Caulfield Cup favourite owns a good turn-of-foot, so it's good enough to win against the best.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 6.50
Place1 3 $ 2.10
Place2 1 $ 2.60
Place3 4 $ 1.30
Quinella 1:3 $ 36.80
Trifecta 3:1:4 $ 108.10
First4 3:1:4:6 $ 976.00
Race 9 - Gilgai Stakes (G2)
Time: 8:09 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 333000
Top Pick
1 War Machine
Dividend : $2.70, $1.50
Won
F: 2111xB(15)W(60.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
It ended last prep with three impressive victories, and we expect a fine return. Watch late betting moves as a good guide.
Main Danger
8 Nadal
F: 1417xB(6)W(58.0)
( J-James McDonald )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
Its best form is easily good enough to win, and running down the straight could be its go. Watch for it to settle back and come with a late burst.
Next Best
13 Star Patrol
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: x90x2B(13)W(57.0)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Clinton McDonald )
Better than its form suggested last prep, but it could be back to its best after a tidy second placing. Likely to come the widest.
Consider
17 La Fracas
F: x1111B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Jamie Melham )
( T-Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr )
It keeps measuring up after winning another race last time out. Facing some tough types, but we can't leave it out at the price.
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
12 Payline
F: 98x56B(14)W(57.0)
( J-Justin Huxtable )
( T-Chris & Corey Munce )
The drop in class from Group 1 level is ideal, and its best form from Queensland could come out to play.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 2.70
Place1 1 $ 1.50
Place2 15 $ 3.90
Place3 13 $ 2.30
Quinella 1:15 $ 21.00
Trifecta 1:15:13 $ 167.20
First4 1:15:13:17 $ 728.40
Race 10 - Paris Lane Stakes (L)
Time: 8:41 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 194250
Top Pick
3 Cafe Millenium
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 19511B(10)W(59.0)
( J-Celine Gaudray )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
Back to its best after consecutive wins, and punters get value odds. No reason why it can't keep its winning form alive.
Main Danger
9 Media World
Dividend : $3.30, $1.70
Won
F: 112x3B(11)W(55.5)
( J-Michael Dee )
( T-Peter Snowden )
A consistent type that resumed with another fine performance for third. It will only improve with that run under its belt.
Next Best
7 Warnie
F: 35457B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Ciaron Maher )
It has been costly for punters this campaign, but we're happy to give it another chance at the odds. Should enjoy Flemington
Consider
4 Amenable
F: 2660xB(14)W(58.5)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr )
Resuming from a spell and it often finds its best form early on. Drawn wide, but it should go close with cover.
Longer Odds
5 Is It Me
F: 1x480B(2)W(57.0)
( J-Billy Egan )
( T-Daniel Bowman )
Better than what it showed last time out, so we're giving it another chance to get back to its best.