Cranbourne   22 Jun 2025
 
GOING: G

CFC FOX MAIDEN 1990 BM64 Handicap 2025m

Track: Good 4   Clouds (Max: 14)   Rail: True Entire Circuit. (Pent: 5.31)  

Genuine tempo with Empress Of The Sun and Zakouma leading the way. Very intriguing contest to kick off the quaddie. ENZEDDER (19) was only 3 len off at Sandown-Lakeside in tougher last time in, and brings a nice set of ratings to the table. Can win today and gets top billing here. GALLOPING GURU (6) ran a nice race resuming at Geelong and should only improve on that today out to this trip. Strong winning claims. OUTCASTER (18) looks to be in good nick, and should be fully fit to run a big race today. Definitely worth including. ZAKOUMA (10) next best after scoring a very impressive maiden win at Geelong last time. Tougher today, but another win wouldn't shock. SUGGESTED PLAY: We've settled on OUTCASTER (18) to win this.
1 x209x DON STEFANO
EMMA-LEE & DAVID BROWNE
4YO  BAY  GELDING 62.0KG
D Sergi
First-up. Finished off last preparation ninth of 13 at Orange Orange Cup Bm90 April 11 over 2100m, 7 len behind Campaldino with 54kg at $16. Previously first up; second of 14 at Orange Cdra Champ February 28 over 1400m, 2.75 len behind Zarizatycoon with 57.5kg at $31. Tough assignment resuming, others preferred.
7
JETT STANLEY
Yellow, Purple Sleeves And Cap, Yellow Pom Pom
2 8x905 DUKE OF HASTINGS
SIMON ZAHRA
6YO  BROWN  GELDING 61.0KG
M J Bracchi, Mrs E M Bracchi, Mrs A Kempster, S D Kempster, Miss P M Ferrari, D W Headrick, S Barry, A Zamanis, Mrs K Zamanis, D Curavic, Friends of Ed 13 (Mgr: R C Busso), The Magnificent 5 (Mgr: A Bastas), Nuggets Angels (Mgr: S R Devlyn), Dr J E Caldwell, P Caldwell & Mrs J A Cartledge
At the latest run 5th of 11 at Mornington Bm74 on June 9 over 2000m, on heavy track; 6 len behind Captain Electric with 57kg at $51. The start before that ran last of 12 at Sale Bm64 on May 28 over 1717m, 31 len behind Dark Simba with 60kg at $101. Not the most genuine type so looking to others.
12
RYAN HOUSTON
Orange, Navy Blue And White Hoops
3 29124 CLEITUS
SYMON WILDE
7YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 61.0KG
Mrs B K Saunders, B A E Saunders & Mrs R R K Chidley
Recent form sound. Most recently held ground to the line 2nd of 12 at Casterton Apsly Cup on June 8 over 2000m, on heavy track; neck behind Trosettee with 54kg at $4.40. The start before that won by 4.5 len at Hamilton Bm58 May 29 over 1600m on a rain affected track defeating Dustland Fairytale with 61.5kg at $3.30. Recent form incredibly sound, strong winning claims.
12
JYE MCNEIL
Black, Pink Spots And Hooped Sleeves
4 512x0 REDDIVO
JAMIE EDWARDS
6YO  BAY  GELDING 61.0KG
Mrs J M Edwards, N J Carter, Mrs V M Carter, M P Palmer, D D Files, R A O'Callaghan, Mrs M L O'callaghan, P A Schmidt, M A Bathie, Mrs M A O'Callaghan, Dad's Get Away (Mgr: B A Collings), B Ryder & Cool Drinks Racing (Mgr: D L Howard)
Second-up. First-up after seven months second last of 13 at Bendigo Bm64 on May 30 over 1600m, 16 len behind Altruist with 61kg at $151. Previously second-up eased back early on 7th of 11 at Warracknabeal Bm58 on June 28 over 2000m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Matthew Mark carrying 60.5kg at $8.50. Needs to turn the form around sharply to be competitive.
5
ZAC SPAIN
Pink, Black Diamonds, Striped Sleeves And Quartered Cap
5 3214x ROSSO
ANTHONY & SAM FREEDMAN
4YO  BAY  GELDING 61.0KG
N C Williams & G T Ryan
He is resuming after a nine months break. Finished off last campaign fourth of 9 at Listowel 3yo Hcp September 24 over 2816m, 2.5 len behind Granite Bay with 61.5kg at $3. On debut fourth of 10 at Curragh 3yo C&G Mdn Sw May 25 2024 over 2011m, 12 len behind Jan Brueghel with 61kg at $8. Irish import who looks a bit of a wildcard, respect betting moves.
9
TOM PREBBLE
Navy Blue, White Armbands And Cap
6 332x3 GALLOPING GURU
SYMON WILDE
5YO  B/BR  GELDING 60.0KG
Wilde Racing (Mgr: S W Wilde), A Gibson, D J N Racing, The Five Heros, Trogech, C J Rule, B J Barwick, Mrs L E Morgan, P P Irvine, Mrs J A Irvine, D Kavenagh, E Bourizk, J Turland, Geama), L J Hoy, R J Richardson, N C Armytage & A M Hacon
Second-up. First-up after five months raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 11 at Geelong Bm64 on June 5 over 1500m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Belle Inferno with 60.5kg at $8. Previously second-up ran on from midfield and won by 1.1 len at Mt Gambier Cl1-Sw October 9 over 1817m on a rain affected track defeating Lucania carrying 59kg at $1.80. Comes to hand quickly and looks nicely poised here second-up.
3
THOMAS STOCKDALE
Grey, Pink Band, Armbands And Cap
7 9x805 GOLDEN HIPS
JASON WARREN
5YO  B/BR  GELDING 60.0KG
Grand Syndicates Bunyip (Mgr: S R Leoni)
At the latest run 5th of 12 at Geelong 0 - 64 on June 5 over 1700m, slow going 6 len behind Boga Legend with 60kg at $21. The race before that second last of 14 at Sale Bm64 on May 4 over 1728m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Korobeiniki with 61kg at $9. Would rather see in something easier.
5
J MASKIELL
Black, Gold Star, Checked Sleeves
8 252x7 WAXING GIBBOUS
TRENT BUSUTTIN & NATALIE YOUNG
5YO  B/BR  MARE 60.0KG
Chasemore Farm (Mgr: A Black)
Second-up. First-up after seven months 7th of 11 at Sale Bm64 on May 18 over 1527m, 6 len behind Belcony with 60kg at $3.60. Previously second-up 5th of 11 at Newbury Rating 105 on September 21 over 2715m, on rain affected going; 7 len behind Not So Sleepy with 55kg at $4.50. Better suited this trip and can take a big step so don't dismiss.
7
BILLY EGAN
Light Green, Mauve Cap
9 x68x0 BATEMANS BAY
LIAM HOWLEY
5YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
B J Flannery, Mrs P A Flannery, T D Flannery & Q J Flannery
Second run back. Comes off a 47-day let-up. First-up after two months ran last of 11 at Bendigo Bm64 on May 6 over 1600m, 7 len behind Crown Crusher with 60kg at $91. Previously second-up second last of 9 at Ballarat Bm64 on February 23 over 1600m, 8 len behind Mrs Artie with 60.5kg at $31. Hard to enthuse off first-up run.
14
Light Blue, Bright Pink Stars, Stars Sleeves, Star Cap
10 245x1 ZAKOUMA
GRAHAME BEGG
4YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Wyadup Valley Farm (Mgr: T J Delroy)
Second-up. First-up after 13 months favourite; scored a big 4.5 len win at Geelong Mdn-Sw June 5 over 1700m in soft going defeating Coral Impact carrying 59.5kg at $2.80. Previously second-up 2nd in a small field at Sandown-Hillside 3yo Bm64 on February 28 2024 over 1600m, 4 len behind Into You with 57.5kg at $41. Only needs to hold that form to be winning again. Capable of building on that impressive maiden win.
4
JORDAN CHILDS
Pale Blue, Green Hoops And Cap
11 33460 WEST INDIES
MARK WALKER
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Fortuna West Indies (Mgr J E Galvin)
Most recently sat on the pace before fading 10th of 13 at Bendigo Bm58 on May 30 over 2200m, 6 len behind Littlebitcheeky carrying 60kg at $16. The start before that 6th of 10 at Mornington Bm64 on May 12 over 2445m, 5 len behind Inthelapofthegods with 60.5kg at $11. Tricky draw, would prefer as a rough place hope.
17
C NEWITT
Tangerine, White Sash, Fortuna Logo, White Sleeves, Tangerine And Royal Blue Hoops, Quartered Cap
12 23581 ENGELINE
NICK RYAN
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
D P Jessen, P J Crabb, J R Vawdrey, Y K Ip, Mrs S E Wescott, B A Wescott, G A Keyser, P J Cornwell, Dr R L Gaudreau, Flying (Mgr: D P Blunt), H L (Mgr: D P Blunt), A Bouzinelos, Mrs A Bouzinelos, H M Giles & M Hampton
Comes here off a 33-day let-up. At the latest run came from midfield and won by 0.8 len at Kilmore Bm58 May 20 over 2000m defeating Sandpiper with 58.5kg at $5. Before that 8th of 13 at Warrnambool Bm64 on May 1 over 2000m, slow going 2.75 len behind Whistle Down carrying 56kg at $6.50. Harder now but going well, place claims.
2
DECLAN BATES
Navy Blue, Gold Fleur De Lys And Armbands, Navy Blue Pom Pom
13 53040 PINK CHANDON
GLEN THOMPSON
4YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Ballymore Stables (Aust) Pty Ltd (Mgr: M D Moroney), R & C Legh Racing Pty Ltd (Mgr: R P Legh), Kariba Racing (Mgr: C Dziedzic), G Devonport, Snake Gully Racing (Mgr: D Stephens), Nordburg Syndicate (Mgr: J Norden), P Burton, J Burton, M Bogoievski & Miss K S Glindemann
Last start ran last of 12 at Sandown-Lakeside F&M Bm70 on June 4 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Eloped carrying 57.5kg at $8.50. The run before that 4th of 12 at Warrnambool F&M Bm70 on May 1 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Dubai Dancer carrying 57.5kg at $5.50. Will need plenty of luck, so tempted to look elsewhere today.
14
DECLAN BATES
White, Red Twin City Emblem, Red Sleeves And Cap
14 31 EMPRESS OF THE SUN
CIARON MAHER
4YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Merricks Station (Mgr: B Cooper) & Limerick Lane (Mgr: G T Ryan)
Had two starts to date. At debut, raced on the pace when 3rd of 9 at Kilmore Mdn-Sw on May 5 over 1457m, long-neck behind Bells Of Steel with 57.5kg at $17. Second-up favourite; won by 0.5 len at Pakenham Mdn-Sw May 22 over 1600m defeating Saltburn with 57.5kg at $1.85. Good win as an odds-on pop latest and can go right on with it.
6
J ALLEN
Green, White Intersecting Lines And Striped Cap
15 78867 NORDIC PRIDE
BEN BRISBOURNE
8YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
S D Dingwall, Mrs C A Dingwall, Dr C S Pedersen, Ms A M Kivkas-Pedersen, K Caldwell, Miss K J Caldwell, A M Chirnside, N J Chirnside, D J Lane, Mrs A K Knight, D A Johnson & A J Knight
Last start 7th of 13 at Bendigo Bm58 on May 30 over 2200m, 4.5 len behind Littlebitcheeky carrying 58.5kg at $31. Before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily second last of 7 at Albury Bm82 on April 24 over 2000m, 3.5 len behind Unique Prince with 55kg at $17. Favouring others in this one.
7
PATRICK MOLONEY
Silver, Black Brisbourne Racing Logo, Sleeves And Cap
16 42537 REDEVANCE
PATRICK & MICHELLE PAYNE
4YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
Nottingham (Mgr: S G Payne), G McCann, Mrs S L McCann, Ms D L Grech, J F Kennelly, Secret Stone (Mgr: Ms F M Krzanic), L Theodoropoulos, S R Green, M P F Donohoe, A L Musarra Frannando & Mrs E Ellis
Returns from a 39-day let-up. Last start settled back and ran on when 7th of 12 at Bendigo Bm58 on May 14 over 2200m, 5.5 len behind Desert Anthem with 62kg at $16. The race before that 3rd of 9 at Wodonga 0-62 on April 22 over 2050m, 2.5 len behind Darn Hot Miss with 60kg at $4.80. Might find this a bit too tough.
10
JYE MCNEIL
White, Emerald Band, Royal Blue Stripe, White Cross, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Crosses, Emerald Cap
17 26x00 ANDY WIN
MICK PRICE & MICHAEL KENT JNR
4YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
OTI Andy Win, Yarra Yarra, Mrs R J Metherall, M Toebelmann, M Neale, R & C Legh Racing Pty Ltd, C W Kwok, E Campbell, Webbmck Racing, J P Spence, Mrs J T Spence, J A Boyd, S A White, J M Gurrieri, G Lygoyris, Winning King, Beartown 40, 2W, Jam Doughnut Syndicate & Coat Thoroughbreds
Second run back. Comes off a 42-day let-up. First-up after five months ran last of 11 at Ballarat Bm64 on May 11 over 1600m, 11 len behind Professor Pickles carrying 59kg at $19. Previously second-up 6th of 11 at Seymour Bm64 on December 19 over 2000m, 5 len behind Howlin' Rain with 59.5kg at $5. Big improvement expected with blinkers back on, each-way hope.
1
LUKE CARTWRIGHT
Navy Blue, Gold Hoops, White Sleeves And Cap
18 x2944 OUTCASTER
RACHAEL CUNNINGHAM
5YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 56.0KG
Mrs R B Cunningham, Ms G J Triffett, M Doyle, A Cooke, A Keam, E Brown, Miss V J Henschke, L Jelliff & P Cunningham
Racing well recently. At the latest run 4th of 11 at Mornington Bm58 on May 26 over 1500m, 3.5 len behind Queen Beira with 60kg at $4.80. The race before that 4th of 7 at Mornington Bm64 on April 28 over 2000m, 1.3 len behind Bluestone with 57kg at $5.50. Rock-hard fit now and looks one of the main contenders.
8
J NOONAN
White, Midnight Blue Stars
19 62x44 ENZEDDER
MICHAEL KENT
5YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
Honeycomb Stud (Mgr: A Whittingham), A T Harrison, S P Martin, Blitzkrieg (Mgr: A Vaiente), Mrs A C Baker, B J Baker, P B James, M J Arnott, R Swords, T J Eastwood, Mrs M C McGreal, P McGreal, O F Kelly, M C Kent & Mrs K Waters
Third-up today. First-up 4th of 10 at this track Bm64 on May 9 over 2060m, 3 len behind Allibor with 58.5kg at $4.40. Second-up 4th of 12 at Sandown-Lakeside Bm70 on June 1 over 2100m, 3 len behind Preferential with 52kg at $7.50. Looks ready to win today.
1
LUKE CARTWRIGHT
Black, Gold And Apricot Honeycomb Stud Logo, Gold Collar And Armbands
20 978x6 OPUS
SIMONE MANNE
4YO  BAY  GELDING 55.0KG
Woodmanston Racing
Second run back. First-up after five months settled back and ran on when 6th of 11 at Terang 0-58 on June 15 over 1600m, on heavy track; 7 len behind Cortain with 68kg at $31. Previously second-up ran last of 7 at Caulfield Heath Bm70 on December 26 over 1800m, 10 len behind Unseen Ruler carrying 54kg at $91. Still early in the prep and might need more time.
1
Purple, Gold Diamond Band, Gold And Silver Checked Diamonds Sleeves, Gold Cap, Purple Seams