Murtoa   26 Jul 2025
 
GOING: H

Scott Smith Landscaping Maiden Plate 2050m

Track: Heavy 10   Rain (Max: 10)   Rail: True Entire Circuit.  

Solid tempo anticipated with Tsarina Diamonds heading them off. TSARINA DIAMONDS (11) struggled to keep up first-up but as then found only one better at her next two starts. Jumped sharply to 1600m at the first of those then slightly dropped back in trip last time. The 2050m has to be some slight query being a daughter of Russian Revolution but the flip side of that is that she will take up a prominent position and should have to do little work to get there from the low draw. BRYDAN (5) has been struggling to break through, but has placed at 5 of his past 7 starts and should be around the mark again. THA MAESTRO (12) should be nearing peak fitness after two runs back from a spell and did have specking at her most recent run. IRLANDAIS (3) has horror gate to overcome but hasn't been beaten far at his past two. SUGGESTED PLAY: Tsarina Diamonds to win.
1 44 ALPINE HONEY
PAUL PREUSKER
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
D J Kinniburgh, B D Kinniburgh, B P Kearney, D R Butler, D Allen, P W Cormack, L De Morton, D Devine, J F Doherty, J A Formosa, F Hayes, K Kirk, R O'Connor, R J Patience, Ms H Taylor, G Clarke & Mrs J Clarke
Third race start today. At debut, 4th of 11 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on June 27 over 1600m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Tudaya carrying 59.5kg at $7. Last start 4th of 10 at Mildura Mdn-Sw on July 18 over 2000m, 3.5 len behind Wyndinthewillows carrying 59.5kg at $4.40. Better for two runs to date and looks to have more upside than most.
6
D YENDALL
Light Blue, Black Stars, Black Cap
2 06703 CIRCA
ANNE BLACKBURN
4YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 59.0KG
Miss I A Blackburn
Last start held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on July 12 over 2000m, slow going 1.3 len behind Bismarck carrying 59.5kg at $91. Before that second last of 11 at Ballarat Mdn-Sw on June 29 over 1500m, on a slow track; 16 len behind Tassron carrying 56.5kg at $71. Thereabouts last time out. Cannot be disregarded off the good last-start performance.
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MS C JOKIC
Lime Green, Yellow Cap
3 x5522 IRLANDAIS
SCOTT IRLAM
5YO  B/BR  GELDING 59.0KG
S C Irlam & J Pepper
At the latest run 2nd of 12 at Gawler 2yo+ Mdn-Sw on July 16 over 1700m, on rain affected going; 2 len behind Geetee Forty with 58kg at $13. The start before that 2nd of 12 at Bordertown 2yo+ Mdn-Sw on June 27 over 1550m, on heavy track; 2.75 len behind Port Nights with 58kg at $5. Capable of building on that performance and he looks one of the main chances.
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T P MADDEN
White, Black Star, Red And Black Braces And Armbands, Red Cap
4 235x6 PLASTIC DREAMS
PATRICK KEARNEY
4YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
P Kearney
Second run back. First-up after five months 6th of 8 at Mildura Mdn-Sw on July 19 over 1400m, 6 len behind Territorian with 59.5kg at $10. Previously second-up 3rd of 9 at Pakenham Mdn-Sw on January 17 over 2550m, 1.5 len behind Van Gerwen carrying 59.5kg at $9.50. SCRATCHED.
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WILL GORDON
Royal Blue, Lime Vee Yoke, Diamond Check Sleeves And Diamond Cap
5 35353 BRYDAN
DAN CUNNINGHAM
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
D C Cunningham, Mrs J E Cunningham, Ms SE Cunningham & Miss L Matthews
Most recently 3rd of 9 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on July 12 over 2000m, on a slow track; 1.2 len behind Vision Thing with 57.5kg at $3.50. The start before that 5th of 12 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on June 27 over 2000m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Usk Valley with 57.5kg at $7. Can improve again. Consistent and looks a strong chance to break through.
1
JAKE DUFFY
Cream, Emerald Green Sash And Cap
6 75388 HAYAI TSURU
GREG HAYES
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Ms V H Marks-Hayes, L W L Hayes, P Hayes, Mrs K Thomson, S G Thomson, Mrs S L Rippon, A P Rippon, G P Hayes & N F Reale
At the latest run raced on the speed throughout before fading 8th of 14 at Cranbourne Mdn-Sw on July 17 over 2025m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Crater Lake carrying 55.5kg at $91. The start before that 8th of 13 at Moe Mdn-Sw on July 11 over 1614m, in the wet; 10 len behind Norma's Fleet carrying 57.5kg at $51. SCRATCHED.
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LACHLAN KING
Orange, Royal Blue Star, Stars Sleeves, Orange And Royal Blue Star Cap
7 40477 MISS MAVERICK
ANDREW BOBBIN
3YO  CHESTNUT  FILLY 57.0KG
Miss Maverick, D P Kerr, R P McDonald, K J Cooney, Mrs L M Cooney, T I Bibby, D W Laidlaw, P Fitzgerald, J A Cross, Elite Park Racing (Mgr: Miss M J Davie), Mrs A K Clarke, J S Jennings, J A Hines, J H Mensforth, IFF ONLY (Mgr: Ms B Meyers), S L Rose, Catch up beers (Mgr: G S J Kelly) & D K Grant
Most recently sat behind the speed prior to fading 7th of 14 at Mt Gambier 3yo+ Mdn Hcp on July 11 over 1400m, in the wet; 9 len behind Victory Queen with 54kg at $19. The race before that 7th of 12 at Casterton Mdn-Sw on June 29 over 1400m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Royal Inference with 68kg at $18. Win doesn’t look likely.
4
ALANA KELLY
Turquoise, Pink Band, Pale Blue Sleeves, White Cap
8 0x535 RANSELOT
CIARON MAHER
3YO  BAY  FILLY 57.0KG
CMR Rare Ransom, Ms J Crewes, D L Guihot, C Stathopoulos, Wilawl Go Racing, B L Toohey, M Brockhoff, R G Crowley, P F Dimattina, D B Paterson, T J Griffiths, R Irving, M P Pearson, J R Shannon, D A Bridgland, Buangor Racing, D Kearns, S Conlan, S M McAlister & C J Stillman
At the latest run 5th of 9 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on July 12 over 2000m, slow going 2.5 len behind Vision Thing carrying 57.5kg at $3.20. The start before that 3rd of 12 at Pakenham Synthetic Mdn-Sw on June 23 over 2200m, 4.5 len behind Flash Of Dallas carrying 57.5kg at $16. Nearing peak fitness now and will get every chance with Linda Meech aboard.
5
LINDA MEECH
Royal Blue, Yellow Horseshoe, White Sleeves, Yellow Cap, Royal Blue Pom Pom
9 7x376 TAKEMETOTHEMOON
LIAM HOWLEY
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Miss E McDonald
Last start 6th of 13 at Geelong Mdn-Sw on July 11 over 1740m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Perfect Ten with 57.5kg at $51. Before that 7th of 11 at Pakenham Synthetic Mdn-Sw on June 30 over 1600m, 6 len behind Stella Cantante carrying 57.5kg at $19. Well placed. In the right race this time and good draw gives her a chance.
2
JACK HILL
Green, Purple Star On Cap
10 34845 TOSEN SNOWFALL
AUSTY COFFEY
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
J Arentz, G A Arentz, N G Arentz, Ms A M Arentz, G J Sait, L Barry, L Brown, M J Roberts, J Clohesy, J P Clohesy, P Cox, Mrs C Cox, Miss E Hicks, T Ryan, Ms C A Walters & Mrs L A Walters
At the latest run 5th of 10 at Mildura Mdn-Sw on July 18 over 2000m, 3.5 len behind Wyndinthewillows carrying 57.5kg at $12. Before that 4th of 10 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on July 12 over 2000m, on a slow track; 1.5 len behind Bismarck with 57.5kg at $9. Has been far from disgraced in last two starts, so not without a chance with the right run.
9
SARAH FIELD
Orange, White Armbands
11 5x722 TSARINA DIAMONDS
SHANE NICHOLS
3YO  CHESTNUT  FILLY 57.0KG
Hollymount Stud (Mgr: M B Sandblom), Supreme Thoroughbreds (Mgr: A B Grayling), P Aherne, P J Robinson, Ms J G Sheldrake, G R Stead, D J Ryan, J L Barton, Mrs M J Barton, T B B Mystic Park (Mgr: T Blum), R B Glen, G R Hendrick, G M McManus, E Tromp, Mrs B Helmers, Ms K L McManus & Miss S Rodier
Recent form sound. At the latest run gave a sight but was run down late 2nd of 8 at Kilmore Mdn-Sw on July 13 over 1454m, on heavy track; 0.5 len behind Foggy Bottom with 55.5kg at $2.10. Before that sat on the pace when 2nd of 9 at Moe Mdn-Sw on June 19 over 1600m, slow going head behind Southby carrying 55.5kg at $41. Been good at her past two and looks perfectly placed.
3
LAUREN BURKE
Pale Green, Purple Quarters, Hooped Sleeves, Checked Cap
12 97x64 THA MAESTRO
ASHLEIGH SMITH
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Miss A Smith
Third-up today. First-up eased back early on 6th of 11 at Narrandera Cl1-Sw on June 14 over 1600m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Adasiti carrying 53kg at $13. Last start 4th of 11 at Wodonga Mdn-Sw on June 28 over 2050m, on rain affected going; 1.75 len behind Monte Cassino carrying 57.5kg at $17. Key chance who is sure to run well.
10
MELISSA JULIUS
Deep Red, Light Blue Sash, White Sleeves And Cap
13 6548 LORD FOX
ANDREW NOBLET
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Kalyan Park Thoroughbreds (Mgr: Mrs P Howard), T Colosimo, M C Horsfall, A Mackinnon, G Carra, D A Gunther, A J Caddy, A Clorley, G Fernandez & M K W Holmberg
Last start 8th of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn-Sw on July 15 over 1500m, 8 len behind The Printer with 59.5kg at $9.50. The run before that 4th of 10 at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn-Sw on June 24 over 1500m, 4.5 len behind Max Rock carrying 59.5kg at $7.50. Expect a better run this time around.
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P GATT
Royal Blue, Gold Spots, Gold with Royal Blue Spots Sleeves And Cap
14 80 REELZAZ
LIAM HOWLEY
3YO  BAY  FILLY 57.0KG
D J Corrigan
Lining up for just third start. At debut, eased back early on 8th of 11 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on June 27 over 1600m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Tudaya carrying 54.5kg at $21. Last start 11th of 13 at Geelong Mdn-Sw on July 11 over 1740m, on a slow track; 17 len behind Ekanite carrying 56kg at $151. Needs to improve sharply.
9
R J HURDLE
Green, Purple Star on Cap
15 6685 VELLASGLORY
PAUL KOUMIS
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Racing For Glory (Mgr: Ms R Portelli), Mrs L Clark, G Clark & G C Preusker
At the latest run 5th of 13 at Geelong Mdn-Sw on July 11 over 1740m, slow going 6 len behind Ekanite with 59.5kg at $41. The race before that got back early 8th of 11 at Ballarat Mdn-Sw on June 29 over 1500m, slow going 9 len behind Tassron with 59.5kg at $18. Tested on recent form.
7
B RAWILLER
Red, White Horseshoe, Halved Sleeves, Striped Cap
16 30656 SMOKIN' ROHIE
NELL CARTER
4YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Domrohie Pastures (Mgr: R P McDonald)
Most recently sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 9 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on July 12 over 2000m, slow going 2.75 len behind Vision Thing with 59.5kg at $4.60. The race before that 5th of 11 at Swan Hill Mdn-Sw on June 7 over 2400m, 2.5 len behind Silver Pledge with 57.5kg at $15. Never too far away but has had a few chances.
8
SARAH FIELD
White, Emerald Green Halves, Bronze Mountains And Black Band, Sleeves And Cap, White Pom Pom
17 0x098 BERNIE BEEL
ALLAN PETERSON
7YO  BROWN  GELDING 59.0KG
A T Peterson & Mrs G A Peterson
Most recently 8th of 10 at Mt Gambier Bm56 on July 11 over 2050m, in the wet; 14 len behind Bright Legend with 54kg at $151. The run before that second last of 10 at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn-Sw on June 24 over 1500m, 18 len behind Max Rock with 59.5kg at $201. Outclassed again.
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Red, Royal Blue And White Striped Sleeves And Cap, Royal Blue Pom Pom