Bairnsdale   20 Sep 2026
 
GOING: G(4)

Albert & Co Catering Maiden Plate 1600m

Track: GOOD3 4   Clear (Max: 27)   Rail: Out 3m Entire Circuit. (Pent: 6.15)  

In the absence of noted leaders, Cowboykickedfive and Hirarkee may be the ones to set a moderate tempo. TOP LINER (10) was a touch weak in her initial campaign, and will be a lot stronger this season. She resumes with a couple of solid jump-outs under her belt, and will be racing over a mile fresh up, which suggests that she has done plenty of work at home leading into this. Follow any market confidence closely. SHEISTHEBOSS (7) went down fighting as the favourite when finishing runner-up second up from a spell at Bendigo just over 3 weeks ago. She is peaking at the right time, and in an easier assignment, she can go one better. Follow your money. KING LEONIDAS (11) makes his debut from the in form Browne stable, and though his jump-out form is only plain, this field is well within his reach. Keep him safe in all top 4 combos. COWBOYKICKEDFIVE (1) has been placed in 2 of his 3 starts this prep since joining the Reece Goodwin stable. He is rock-hard fit with a 7-day backup, and another honest run is expected. ALLYOUWANADOISROCK (4) has the pole position, and is another top 4 hope. SUGGESTED PLAY: Sheistheboss each way.
1 0x373 COWBOYKICKEDFIVE
REECE GOODWIN
6YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
R J Goodwin, Black Crest Bloodstock (Mgr: J G Sawford), Ms J T Sullivan, Ms J Currie, Miss C R Dragovic, A Virtanen, Z Joyner, Mrs K L Mckenzie, Miss E Fearn & J Blakey
Most recently ran on from midfield; 3rd of 10 in a Mdn-Sw at Kilmore on September 13 over 1450m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Russian Rock with 59.5kg at $17. The run before that 7th of 12 in a Mdn-Sw at Ballarat Synthetic on August 31 over 1200m, 8 len behind What A Ripper carrying 59.5kg at $10. Winning prospects enhanced by the favourable barrier.
4
J NOONAN
Black, Silver Horse Logo, Half White Sleeves And White Cap
2 78039 HIRARKEE
REG MANNING
4YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
R Manning & Mrs L G Manning
Comes off a 30 day let-up. Last start 9th of 13 in a Mdn-Sw at Sale on August 21 over 1717m, on a slow track; 8 len behind Velvet City with 56.5kg at $31. The run before that ran on from midfield; 3rd of 12 in a Mdn-Sw at this track on August 4 over 1600m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Venus Shock with 57.5kg at $21. Worth including.
3
AARON SWEENEY
Black, Pink Sleeves And Cap
3 009 RHENCULLEN
KERRY FARRUGIA
5YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Ms K M Farrugia & F M Blayney
Last start got back early 9th of 13 in a Mdn-Sw at Sale on September 13 over 1415m, 6 len behind Zendarina with 56.5kg at $151. The race before that ran second last of 11 in a Mdn-Sw at Pakenham Synthetic on August 24 over 1200m, 6 len behind Yellowknife carrying 57.5kg at $151. Can't see him breaking through for the maiden win this time.
2
CHRISTOPHER PANG
Purple, Yellow Sleeves, Purple Armbands
4 9x85 ALLYOUWANADOISROCK
MATT LAURIE
4YO  GR/B  MARE 57.0KG
Merricks Station (Mgr: B Cooper), Miss K A Brideoake, A C Hall, M G Gleeson, J Sinclair, N Coyle, S L McRae, D C Caulfield, Mrs S A Caulfield, G R Watson, P W Byron & A J Clark
Third-up today. First-up 8th of 10 in a 4yo+ Mdn-Sw at Geelong on August 14 over 1225m, in the wet; 7 len behind Pomah with 57.5kg at $21. Second run from a spell 5th of 12 in a Mdn-Sw at Ballarat Synthetic on August 31 over 1500m, 5 len behind Aubaine carrying 57.5kg at $61. Rock hard fit now and is a decent chance to break through.
1
DAMIEN THORNTON
Green, White Intersecting Lines And Striped Cap
5 53x70 BLING BABY
BRIAN MCGRATH
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Miss T J Hodson, S Martin, K McGill, Mrs J McGill, GL Staindl, Ms J Impey, S Hodson, D Allcott & C G Hodson
Third-up today. Resuming 7th of 14 in a Mdn-Sw at Sale on August 21 over 1400m, slow going 9 len behind Cignetti with 56kg at $81. Second run from a spell ran last of 10 in a Mdn-Sw at Moe on September 8 over 1614m, on rain affected going; 12 len behind Marron with 57.5kg at $7. Tested again.
8
JACKIE BERIMAN
White, Salmon And Pistachio Checks, Sleeves And Cap
6 6x090 GOOD DE LUNE
TROY KILGOWER
5YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 57.0KG
T D Kilgower & D P Williamson
Last start led to the turn then faded ran second last of 12 in a Mdn-Sw at Sale on September 13 over 1615m, 6 len behind Mr Margolin with 57.5kg at $151. Before that ran second last of 10 in a Mdn-Sw at Moe on September 8 over 1614m, on rain affected going; 11 len behind Marron with 57.5kg at $101. Likely to struggle again.
5
V LE BOEUF
Blue, Red Diamond And Cap
7 04x62 SHEISTHEBOSS
JACK LAING
4YO  BROWN  MARE 57.0KG
A T Harrison, R J Donazzan & R Smith
Third-up today. Resuming 6th of 14 in a Mdn-Sw at Seymour on August 7 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Night Guard carrying 57.5kg at $19. Second-up 2nd in a small field in a Mdn-Sw at Bendigo on August 26 over 1600m, on a wet track; 2.5 len behind Tiger Fox carrying 57.5kg at $1.95. Capable of a better showing. Ready to open her account this time.
7
TEODORE NUGENT
Yellow, Red Half With Yellow Eagle, Red Armbands And Cap, Yellow Seams And Pom Pom
8 x0086 SILVER MAID
SHARYN TROLOVE
5YO  GR/BR  MARE 57.0KG
J R Sutcliffe & Limerick Lane (Mgr: G T Ryan)
Last start got back early 6th of 10 in a Mdn-Sw at Moe on September 8 over 1614m, in the wet; 9 len behind Marron with 57.5kg at $81. Before that settled back and ran on when 8th of 14 in a Mdn-Sw at Sale on August 21 over 1400m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Cignetti with 57.5kg at $101. Can't enthuse.
6
DYLAN DUNN
White, Royal Blue Shamrock And Sleeves, Quartered Cap
9 0x9 SPIN CLASS
ROBERT PALM
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
R Palm, I J Cochrane, J Downes, Mrs A Hegarty-Thorpe, A S Williams, Ms R O'Donoghue, Ms R Palm, Ms K Cochrane & S Sass
Third race start. First start raced on the pace before fading 10th of 12 in a Mdn-Sw at Pakenham on February 5 over 1400m, 7 len behind Berlemont carrying 57.5kg at $21. Went for a spell before returning 9th of 11 in a Mdn-Sw at Pakenham Synthetic on August 24 over 1200m, 6 len behind Yellowknife carrying 54.5kg at $31. Rates highly and should improve.
7
A MC CABE
Navy Blue, Emerald Green Palm Tree, White Sleeves, Emerald Green Cap
10 45x TOP LINER
ALEXANDER RAE
4YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 57.0KG
P J Morgan, Mrs S L Morgan, S McLean, M R King, R J Flannery, M G Pola, N Constance, M Kios, T C Davies, B D'Abaco, S P J Racing (Mgr: S W Nixon), Dead Heat Racing (Mgr: B Wilson), P Weiler, P Constance, P B McCullogh, Mrs B A Setford, Miss G M Mathieson, R Alder, T J Elligate & Mrs L Weiler
Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last preparation second last in a small field at Pakenham Mdn-Sw April 23 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Rockette with 57kg at $4.80. On debut fourth of 10 at Pakenham F&M Mdn-Sw April 9 over 1400m, soft track; 2 len behind There Were Roses with 57.5kg at $20. This is an ideal race to kick off. Expecting her to hit the ground running this campaign.
8
J MASKIELL
White And Red Hoops, Black Sleeves, Red Cap
11 KING LEONIDAS
EMMA-LEE & DAVID BROWNE
3YO  BROWN  GELDING 57.0KG
Sparta Racing (Mgr: D S Browne), Ms M E Ellis, V A McVean, M R Pollard, Ms J Stewart & Mrs R Wallace
Gelding by Staphanos making his first appearance. Finished eighth in a Pakenham Synthetic jump-out on September 8. Watch closely fresh up.
9
CELINE GAUDRAY
Yellow, Purple Sleeves And Cap, Yellow Pom Pom