Murray Bridge   07 Mar 2026
 
GOING: G(4)

Carlton Draught Maiden Plate 1000m

Track: GOOD 4     Rail: True.  

Many of these step out for the first time so a genuine tempo is expected. SIMPLY SID (1) continues to find the maiden win elusive but has been savaging the line, and with Pannell reuniting he only needs the gaps to appear to take plenty of stopping. CARPE ASTRA (9) has been a frustrating watch for punters but is edging closer to a breakthrough. Maps to get the right run and will give a bold sight. JUXTAPOSE (12) resumes for the Clarken yard and looks to have come on nicely during the break. She’s got enough early dash to offset the wide draw and should be in this for a long way. BOOLCUNDA DAWN (8) was well fancied when resuming at Kingscote and was beaten a lip. Fitter now and worth sticking with. ZOU DOLL (14) was too bad to be true fresh and gets Opperman aboard. Don't forget. SUGGESTED PLAY: Simply Sid each-way.
1 23533 SIMPLY SID
MARK W LEWIS
5YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
M W Lewis
Form hard to fault. Last start came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 9 at Balaklava 4yo+ Mdn-Sw on February 22 over 1050m, long-neck behind Power Of Time carrying 58kg at $5.50. Before that came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 11 at this track 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on January 10 over 1100m, 0.8 len behind Oie De Toulouse with 58kg at $18. Expected to be very competitive.
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TODD PANNELL
Green, Pink Seams And Sleeves, Striped Cap
2 BLAZING RED
GARY & DEAN ALEXANDER
3YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 57.0KG
D Alexander, B M Michael, G Papadakis & M Smith
Gary & Dean Alexander trained three-year-old gelding lining up for debut. Winner of his most recent trial. Capable of a solid performance.
8
J HOLDER
Black, White Alexander Racing Logo
3 GOLDEN CLOUD
DAVID JOLLY & JUSTIN POTTER
3YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 57.0KG
D R Jolly,Ocean Street Racing ,R Mayne, P D Cooper, M I Bell, The Thong , P W Jolly, Mrs H A Jolly, G S Lambert, Mrs S Lambert, Men In Black, G Paterson, R J Eley, LS Young, S C Moon,Campbell Clan, Mrs M G Wytkin, M D Wiskar & Ms J A Cowell
Gelding by Russian Revolution making his first appearance. Runner-up in a Strathalbyn jump-out on February 23. Happy to watch unless there is a significant move.
7
JAKE TOEROEK
White, Green Stripes, Royal Blue Sleeves And Cap
4 00x05 I AM OLE
J & L DODGSON
3YO  B/BR  GELDING 57.0KG
R R Jolly, Vinery Stud (Mgr: P C Orton), R G Edwards, Madden Bloodstock (Mgr: C H Madden), Werrett Bloodstock Pty Ltd (Mgr: N R J Werrett), S P Fitton, S Y P Racing (Mgr: P W Twartz), G J Rose, D A Lewis, K R Sexton, M M Dixon, L D Baring & J Nili
Dual acceptor. Third-up today. First-up ran last of 10 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on February 14 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Bardigrub carrying 57kg at $81. Second-up 5th of 11 at Balaklava 3yo Mdn-Sw on February 22 over 1050m, 4.5 len behind Elegant Lilly with 57.5kg at $6.50. Not on that form.
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Sky Blue, Red Star, Royal Blue And Red Stars Sleeves And Cap
5 9x9 MARCEL
SOPHIA MACKAY
3YO  BROWN  GELDING 57.0KG
Brentknoll Thoroughbreds (Mgr: T A Lillie)
Second-up. First start 9th of 13 at this track 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on August 13 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind More Than Hope with 56kg at $3.30. Returned from break 9th of 11 at Balaklava 3yo Mdn-Sw on February 22 over 1050m, 9 len behind Elegant Lilly carrying 55.5kg at $10. The in-form Brooke King rides today but still not keen on his chances here.
1
BROOKE KING
White With Pink, Grey And Black Horse Heads Band And Armband
6 WHISKEY TUMBLER
PETER HARDACRE
3YO  BAY  GELDING 57.0KG
P J Hardacre, P Carey, M D Flint, M Scott, D Martin, W L R King, N J Loxton, M J Stobart, C J Prostimo, D J Maney, E R Hayman, A S Thomas, R J Handbury, M J Treglown & P J Raison
Dual acceptor. Three-year-old gelding (Alabama Express - Pretty Glass). He has five recent trials prior to his debut today. Won his most recent trial at Murray Bridge over 600m on February 23. Don't rule him out.
11
ROCHELLE MILNES
Black, Teal Lightning Bolt, White Sleeves, Teal Stars, Teal Cap, Black Stars
7 47x9x DRESS TO IMPRESS
GARY & DEAN ALEXANDER
4YO  B/BR  MARE 56.0KG
D Alexander, Alexander Bloodline (Mgr: D Alexander), C J Altman, P D Buttery, Easling Investments Pty Ltd (Mgr: J A Easling), G French, G Harvey, A Moro, Mrs S Moro, S Parker, Mrs A K Parker & T Gorgovski
Back after a long spell. Finished off last campaign 9th of 12 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on August 16 over 1000m, slow going 7 len behind Lottie Jane carrying 56kg at $26. First up last campaign ran on strongly from last on the turn; 4th of 8 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on November 30 2024 over 1000m, slow going 1.4 len behind Panigale with 54.5kg at $21. Finished fourth in a Morphettville trial over 800m on February 12. Might be better off following this run.
14
Yellow, Red Exploding Star, Red Cap
8 87x2 BOOLCUNDA DAWN
PETER & BELINDA BLANCH
3YO  BR/BL  FILLY 55.0KG
G C Curran, M J Stanley, J P Stephens, K H Stephens, T K Thompson, S L O'Bryan, P D Schulz, Mrs B J Blanch & S A Spencer
Second run back. First-up after four months raced on speed throughout when 2nd of 7 at Kingscote 3yo+ Mdn Hcp on February 19 over 1050m, nose behind Pub Crawl with 56kg at $2. Previously second-up 7th of 12 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on October 10 over 1400m, 5.5 len behind Joseph's Glory with 54kg at $6. Right in the mix.
3
TEAGAN VOORHAM
Black, Grey Sash, Black Cap
9 3622 CARPE ASTRA
MICHAEL HICKMOTT
3YO  BROWN  FILLY 55.0KG
Hollymount Stud (Mgr: M B Sandblom)
At the latest run 2nd of 9 at Ballarat Mdn-Sw on February 22 over 1000m, 1.5 len behind Wazing with 57kg at $4.40. The start before that 2nd of 10 at this track 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on February 4 over 900m, 3 len behind Miss Slipstream with 55kg at $4.60. Major player.
4
JETT STANLEY
Pale Green, Purple Quarters, Hooped Sleeves, Checked Cap
10 GARTMORN'S GIRL
LEWIS & ELIZA GRANTHAM
3YO  CHESTNUT  FILLY 55.0KG
Springfield Farm & L Whitcher
Filly by Supido facing the starter for the first time. Won a jump-out at Strathalbyn on February 23. Well educated and showing promise leading into this, most recently winning a Strathalbyn jump-out.
12
CAITLIN TOOTELL
Lime Green, Gold Band And Cap
11 6 I AM THE TIGER
AARON BAIN & NED TAYLOR
3YO  BAY  FILLY 55.0KG
A Bain, J M Durnberger-Smith, R B Satchell, Mrs L F Satchell, T E Satchell, Ms N Rantanen Reynolds, Smithfield Pub Front Bar, G J Wombwell, Champagne Quartet , C Cocca, McBlazers, M Shuttleworth, J T Henwood, Ms J I Woll, B P Fitzgerald, J Lowrie, Property Pals, A Hatswell & B G O'Keefe
Was well-supported at debut, raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 11 at Clare 3yo+ Mdn Hcp on February 13 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Vercelli with 56kg at $2.25. Needs to do more.
2
WILL PRICE
Gold, Red Spots And Cap
12 56x JUXTAPOSE
WILL CLARKEN
3YO  BR/BL  FILLY 55.0KG
R I Chapman
Resuming after a six months break. Finished off last preparation second last of 7 at Morphettville 3yo Bm64 September 13 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Snow Mercy with 54.5kg at $10. On debut fifth of 11 at Morphettville 3yo Mdn-Sw August 30 over 1050m, soft track; 2.75 len behind Intellectual carrying 54kg at $14. Expected to feature.
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KAYLA CROWTHER
Crimson, Silver Epaulettes And Cuffs
13 QUILLAN
STUART PADMAN
3YO  BAY  FILLY 55.0KG
Mrs A A Padman
Filly by Nicconi making her first appearance. Won a Murray Bridge jump-out on February 23. Don't rule her out.
6
ALYSHA WARREN
Red, Gold Stars and Cap
14 448x9 ZOU DOLL
PHILLIP STOKES
3YO  CHESTNUT  FILLY 55.0KG
A G Sheppard, M R Basheer, Mrs H Sheppard & J P Sheppard
Second-up. First-up after six months second last of 10 at Morphettville Parks 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on February 14 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Bardigrub with 55kg at $4.40. Previously second-up 4th of 9 at Cranbourne 3yo F Mdn-Sw on August 1 over 1200m, slow going 2.75 len behind Brilliant Horizon with 57kg at $10. Strips fitter and should be in the mix.
5
D TOURNEUR
Navy, Red And Gold Diagonal Stripes, Striped Cap