Terang   17 Mar 2026
 
GOING: S(6)

Skybow Bulk Haulage Maiden Plate 1206m

Track: SOFT 5   Rain (Max: 22)   Rail: Out 3m 1000m - WP, True Remainder. (Pent: 5.27)  

Expecting He's A Hustler to take up the lead at a genuine tempo. Metro-trained CISCO (6) brings strong form to resumption. Had an excuse as favourite at Ballarat when last seen and impressed in a recent Flemington jumpout. Has been gelded and will use the inside gate to advantage. Looks ready to go and is well-placed in country grade. HE'S A HUSTLER (8) resumed from a spell with a sound second over 1170m at Wangaratta. Has won a Flemington jumpout since and has two key gear additions. In good hands and can threaten. SILVER SNOW (3) resumed here over 1100m beaten just 1.3L. Settled back and finished it off well. He has more to give and deserves consideration on an each-way basis. BUZITUP (2) resumes and has ability. Spoiled things with slow starts last preparation and will be looking to sit closer from an inside gate. Keep onside. SUGGESTED PLAY: Cisco to win.
1 028x8 BETTER SHAPE UP
ARCHIE ALEXANDER
4YO  BROWN  GELDING 59.0KG
Mrs L Joyce, Mrs M Macmichael & D Boxall
Second-up. First-up after eight months second last of 9 at Ballarat Mdn-Sw on February 22 over 1000m, 4.5 len behind Wazing with 59.5kg at $12. Previously second-up ran last of 10 at Geelong Mdn-Sw on May 23 over 1443m, 7 len behind Shimonoseki carrying 59.5kg at $61. Fitter for the run but may need one more.
1
J ALLEN
Red, White Diamond, Halved Sleeves, White Cap, Red Stripe And Pom Pom
2 2428x BUZITUP
STEWART CAMPBELL
5YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Mrs F M Campbell, F G Ratcliff, J A Paxman, Mrs D M Campton, Mrs A S Matthewman, R M Matthewman, Ms L Whelan, D Reardon, T L Stewart, Aussiegulls (Mgr: P A O'neil), P A Damaskinos, M A Clifford & Blue and Gold Racing (Mgr: N Gallop)
Is first-up after a break of three-and-a-half months and has been in the money when fresh before. Finished off last preparation eighth of 12 at Ballarat Cl3-Sw December 6 over 1400m, soft track; 4.5 len behind Shystar with 56.5kg at $18. Previously first up; second of 9 at Warrnambool Mdn-Sw October 16 over 1100m, soft track; 2.75 len behind Smashing Lad with 59.5kg at $21. Has decent claims if presented forward.
3
NEIL FARLEY
Navy Blue And White Hoops, White Pom Pom
3 340x4 SILVER SNOW
HOLLY MCKECHNIE
4YO  GR/CH  GELDING 59.0KG
Holly McKechnie, Surf Coast Racing (Mgr: M J Casey) & D P McLennan
Second run back. First-up after six months ran on strongly from last on the turn; 4th of 9 at Ararat Mdn-Sw on March 3 over 1100m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Villa Capitalista with 59.5kg at $10. Previously second-up 2nd of 11 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw on April 19 over 1200m, 1.5 len behind Attachments with 59kg at $6. Has to ne kept onside.
9
WILL GORDON
Aqua, Pink Sleeves, Yellow Seams, Pink Vee On Cap
4 500x8 SUNDANCE COWBOY
MELODY CUNNINGHAM
4YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
B W Marsh
Second-up. First-up after about 18 months second last of 9 at Ararat Mdn-Sw on March 3 over 1100m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Villa Capitalista with 59.5kg at $61. Previously second-up 2nd of 9 at Wodonga 3yo Mdn-Sw on September 17 2024 over 1200m, 1.0 len behind Glove Artist with 58kg at $21. Looking elsewhere for the winner.
11
THOMAS DOYLE
Navy Blue, Royal Blue Stripes, Sleeves And Cap
5 5x90x TOBEYEUS
JAMIE EDWARDS
4YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 59.0KG
Ms A Craddock, D Chivers, A P Chivers, Mrs J Houlihan, M Kearney, M Phillips, D G Clarke & P Elford
Resuming after a break of ten months. Finished off last preparation when last of 12 at Hamilton 3yo Mdn-Sw May 29 over 1100m, soft track; 38 len behind Star Territory carrying 58kg at $11. When resuming last campaign ninth of 12 at Warrnambool 2yo+ Mdn-Sw April 29 over 1200m, soft track; 8 len behind Big Sexy carrying 59kg at $31. Better off following this outing.
4
JACK HILL
Pink, Black Diamonds, Striped Sleeves, Quartered Cap
6 446x CISCO
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Rosemont Stud Pty Ltd (Mgr: A P Mithen)
Racing first-up today. Finished off last preparation sixth of 11 at Ballarat Mdn-Sw September 19 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Gee Tee carrying 57kg at $3.40. On debut fourth of 8 at Sandown-Lakeside 3yo C&G Mdn-Sw August 6 over 1200m, soft track; 3 len behind Duke Atreides with 58kg at $9.50. Rates well and can hit the ground running this campaign.
2
RYAN HOUSTON
Red, White Gatecrasher
7 ENZO CHARLEY
SYMON WILDE
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
J R Troeth
Gelding by Shamus Award on debut. Ran 3rd in a jump-out at Camperdown on February 19. Drawn wide and happy to watch unless there is a significant market move.
10
DYLAN DUNN
Grey, Pink Band, Armbands And Cap
8 7x2 HE'S A HUSTLER
TONY & CALVIN MCEVOY
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
R J Pawsey, Brut Force Racing MM No.4 (Mgr: S S Ghoreyshi), N B Smith, Mrs G M Smith, Fire Up (Mgr: T S Rocks), D Jenson, M J Davidson, J A Manuel, W A Dessaur, Ms M G C Caliste, S Bushell, P J Brock, P J Beretta, C Miller & P Lawrence
Third race start. First start led to the turn then faded 7th of 10 at Seymour Mdn-Sw on September 11 over 1200m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind The Real Mahjong carrying 57kg at $13. Returned from break sat on the pace when 2nd of 11 at Wangaratta Mdn-Sw on February 8 over 1170m, 2.25 len behind Lujaego with 59kg at $4.20. Fitter and hard to beat with key gear additions.
7
LINDA MEECH
Dark Green, Green Star With White BF, White And Dark Green Sleeves And Star Cap, White Pom Pom
9 200x5 MISS XTRAVAGANZA
RENE POMPE
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
R J Pompe
Second-up. First-up after seven months eased back early on 5th of 8 at Colac Mdn-Sw on March 1 over 1000m, slow going 11 len behind The Last King carrying 57.5kg at $61. Previously second-up 10th of 12 at Ballarat Synthetic Mdn-Sw on July 15 over 1500m, 9 len behind The Printer carrying 57.5kg at $6. Wait until she produces the goods on race day.
8
R J HURDLE
Teal And Gold Triangular Quarters, Teal And Black Seams Sleeves, Black And White Hooped Cap
10 CRUSH PUPPY
SHANE NICHOLS & HAYDEN BLACK
3YO  BAY  FILLY 57.0KG
Hollymount Stud (Mgr: M Sandblom)
Filly by Mehmas on debut. Ran 3rd in a jump-out at Mornington on March 4. This tough.
5
PATRICK MOLONEY
Pale Green, Purple Quarters, Hooped Sleeves, Checked Cap
11 8x0 FAIRFOLLY
ARCHIE ALEXANDER
3YO  BAY  FILLY 57.0KG
Mrs A Alexander, Fair Point (Mgr: Dr B McGuirk), M Eastmure, The Five Heros (Mgr: W Elliott), Mrs M Fenwick, Mrs S Hoevenaars, Ms L Martin, Mrs B Murray, D Ramus, P Slacik & M Watson
Third race start. First start eased back early on 8th of 12 at Echuca Mdn-Sw on September 20 over 1300m, slow going 11 len behind Davida carrying 55kg at $21. Returned from break second last of 12 at Kyneton Mdn-Sw on February 27 over 1218m, slow going 7 len behind Fondled carrying 57kg at $16. Need to lift plenty.
11
DECLAN BATES
Sky Blue, Orange Sash And Cap
12 9x7 HELICHRYSUM
PAUL KRELLE
3YO  BROWN  FILLY 57.0KG
P A Krelle & Ms L K Parker
Third race start. First start 9th of 12 at Ararat 3yo Mdn-Sw on November 25 over 1100m, 7 len behind Polished Wood carrying 53kg at $201. Returned from break ran last of 7 at Kingscote 3yo+ Mdn Hcp on February 19 over 1050m, 8 len behind Pub Crawl carrying 54.5kg at $15. No easier this time and happy to leave out.
6
C J MACREDMOND
Blue, Orange Sash And Sleeves, Black Cap