Oakbank   09 Jan 2026
 
GOING: G

Emmetts Rating 0 - 56 Handicap 1050m

Track: GOOD3   Clouds (Max: 29)   Rail: True.  

Crimosa and Shadowfax should set a strong tempo. CUBAN WATERS (5) owned a sharp trial win in readiness but couldn't produce first-up, just sticking on gamely into fourth. Better for the hitout and can get the job done this time. SHADOWFAX (4) went fast early and went on to score easily last time out over this track and trip. No tougher this time and can repeat the dose. SMASHING ACTION (6) jumped out well in readiness but failed to make an impact when resuming in town. Easier this time and strips fitter. Not out of it. ZUETORO (1) was well below his best last time when chasing in vain behind Shadowfax. Meets the winner 2.5kg better this time and doesn't lose anything in the saddle with Holder taking over. Chance to turn the tables. SUGGESTED PLAY: Cuban Waters to win.
1 04125 ZUETORO
G & N SEARLE & B CALLANAN
5YO  BAY  GELDING 60.0KG
G P Stewart & Mrs A E Stewart
At the latest run 5th of 13 at this track Cg&E 0-56 on December 19 over 1050m, 4 len behind Shadowfax carrying 60kg at $5.50. The run before that 2nd of 11 at Murray Bridge Bm56 on December 7 over 900m, 0.6 len behind Aztec Dancer carrying 60kg at $12. In a suitable race and is capable of taking this out.
6
J HOLDER
Red, Black Braces, White Sleeves, Black And White Hooped Cap
2 34547 AMBELLO
JUSTIN PICKERING
6YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
P Kristoris, P M Routledge & Mrs J M Routledge
At the latest run eased back early on 7th of 11 at Morphettville Bm64 on December 27 over 1200m, 4 len behind Thunder Shoc carrying 55.5kg at $41. The run before that 4th of 13 at this track Cg&E 0-56 on December 19 over 1050m, 3.5 len behind Shadowfax with 59.5kg at $8. His best efforts stack up nicely so he deserves another chance.
8
CONNOR MURTAGH
White, Royal Blue Hoops, Royal Blue Sleeves, White Armbands, Quartered Cap
3 48963 DEFICIT
DEAN SAXON
7YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Mrs M.C. Saxon , Miss T Saxon , Miss L Saxon , Ms D. Ward , Ms J. Eltringham , Ms J. L. Jones , Ms L. Carey , M. L. Healy , P. Kerian , F. Bove , S. A. McCorkell , B. McCorkell , R. Wells , B. Toohey , T. Ott , M. Wallington , P. Triffett & G. L. Summerhayes
Comes off a 33 day let-up. Last start came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 11 at Murray Bridge Bm56 on December 7 over 900m, 2.5 len behind Aztec Dancer with 58.5kg at $26. The race before that 6th of 13 at Mt Gambier 0-54 on November 28 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind See De Night carrying 60kg at $12. Others have better prospects.
6
ALANA LIVESEY
Emerald Green, White Horseshoes And Cap
4 85751 SHADOWFAX
CHRIS BIEG
5YO  GREY  GELDING 59.0KG
C M Bieg, G T Carnegie-Smith, J S Baumer, Gimme The Loot (Mgr: J S Baumer), Mrs E Pummeroy, Mrs A Foster, Mrs T Crane, R Crane, Mrs A T Pummeroy & RTS Racing (Mgr: J S Baumer)
At the latest run won by 2.25 len at this track Cg&E 0-56 December 19 over 1050m defeating Utah Joe carrying 54.5kg at $4.80. The run before that 5th of 11 at Murray Bridge Bm56 on December 7 over 900m, 3.5 len behind Aztec Dancer carrying 54kg at $9.50. Multiple winner over this distance and worth following up.
2
MATT CHADWICK
Black, Orange Crossed Sashes And Armbands
5 700x4 CUBAN WATERS
G & N SEARLE & B CALLANAN
6YO  BAY  MARE 58.0KG
I C Gore, Mrs T M McSporran, G D Searle, P Smith, Ms L Murray, S M Juffermans, B J Perry, K J Meadows, B Auzins, B J Gore & Mrs J L Meadows, P J & J Hill Thoroughbreds Pty Ltd (Mgr: P J Hill)
Second-up. First-up after four months tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 11 at this track F&M 0-56 on December 19 over 1050m, 3 len behind Redwinelover with 60kg at $4.80. Previously second-up 10th of 15 at Morphettville 0-64 on July 26 over 1100m, on rain affected going; 9 len behind Solar Mist with 56kg at $91. Fitter for that run and expected to be in the finish this time.
4
TEAGAN VOORHAM
Royal Blue, Gold And White Braces And Armbands, White Cap
6 223x8 SMASHING ACTION
JUSTIN PICKERING
4YO  BAY  MARE 58.0KG
J F P Schmidt
Second-up. First-up after five months 8th of 10 at Morphettville Bm64 on December 27 over 1050m, 7 len behind Mic Drop with 55kg at $31. Previously second-up 4th of 11 at Clare Bm54 on April 19 over 1100m, 1.2 len behind Intacto with 56.5kg at $1.85. Fitter and ready for sharp improvement.
5
MARGARET COLLETT
Navy Blue, Lime Green Crossed Sashes
7 16606 TI TREE ROYAL
GARRET LYNCH
4YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
Racing sales
Last start 6th of 11 at Strathalbyn Bm56 on January 4 over 1200m, 6 len behind Sir Leapalot carrying 58kg at $41. The race before that ran last of 12 at Albury Bm58 on November 24 over 1175m, 7 len behind Jaskier carrying 55kg at $51. Might struggle again.
8
CAITLIN TOOTELL
Teal, Turquoise Angled Quarters And Sleeves
8 x9206 LAKE AGAWAM
ELIZABETH FAUST
6YO  BAY  GELDING 57.0KG
Ms E A Faust & Miss A Wallace
Most recently 6th of 13 at this track Cg&E 0-56 on December 19 over 1050m, 5.5 len behind Shadowfax carrying 57kg at $8.50. The race before that second last of 12 at Murray Bridge 0-58 on November 19 over 1000m, 6 len behind Zuetoro with 57kg at $7.50. Don't underestimate.
3
EMILY FINNEGAN
Pink, Black Shamrock, Striped Sleeves, Quartered Cap
9 64892 UTAH JOE
GRANT KLUSKE
9YO  BAY  GELDING 56.0KG
W B Kluske, G B Kluske, D J Bentley, Miss J A Barnes, A F Pieters, Ms K Pieters, B Pieters, Mrs L J Smith, J A Bongiorno, L W Roberts, B J Roberts, A W Haberfield, W Forrester & Mrs K Forrester
At the latest run sat on speed throughout when 2nd of 13 at this track Cg&E 0-56 on December 19 over 1050m, 2.25 len behind Shadowfax with 55kg at $41. The race before that 9th of 11 at Bordertown 0-54 on November 14 over 1100m, 6 len behind Costless carrying 55.5kg at $26. Prepared to risk.
10
Lilac, Red Sleeves And Cap
10 46269 CRIMOSA
GARRET LYNCH
8YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 54.0KG
Racing sales
Most recently 9th of 13 at this track Cg&E 0-56 on December 19 over 1050m, 7 len behind Shadowfax with 53kg at $20. Before that 6th of 10 at Moulamein Bm50 on December 13 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind My Truth carrying 59.5kg at $5. Looking to others for the winner.
7
ALYSSA WEBB
Teal, Turquoise Angled Quarters And Sleeves, Teal Cap
11 0x353 HAYZEE FANTAYZEE
JOHN DUNN & KRYSTAL BISHOP
6YO  B/BR  MARE 54.0KG
Cameron Dunn, Briony Temby, Kieran Adair, Ned McKay,Krystal Bishop
Most recently 3rd of 11 at this track F&M 0-56 on December 19 over 1050m, 2.75 len behind Redwinelover carrying 55kg at $41. The start before that 5th of 12 at Port Lincoln 4yo+ Bm56 on November 21 over 1000m, 2.5 len behind Shuttle Run carrying 54kg at $21. Has ability and is one of the chances.
1
ROCHELLE MILNES
White, Purple Collar, Purple And Turquoise Checked Sides, Sleeves And Cap, Purple Pom Pom