Albury   20 Mar 2026
 
GOING: S(6)

TONKIN GROUP ALBURY GUINEAS - BENCHMARK 74 HANDICAP 1400m

Track: Soft 6   Clouds (Max: 27)   Rail: True.  

Genuine tempo with Jaegers leading the way. BEYOND QUESTION (1) took a big step forward off his maiden win with a strong placing in the G3 CS Hayes, finishing 2.8L off Sixties who has since won the G2 Phar Lap. With a freshen and a soft draw he is well placed to strike. ETHEREUM GIRL (2) resumes for the Hayes team after being thrown into the deep end in the spring, last seen finishing fifth in the Oaks. With two sharp jump outs she looks ready to return with impact. PARTY BOSS (9) continues to build the right way this prep and was sound in the Wagga Qualifier. The fitness edge always counts for something. SPREAD THE LOVE (10) is still learning but should improve again off his Wagga win, while JAEGERS (4) maps to give supporters a sight on speed. SUGGESTED PLAY: Beyond Question to win.
1 13 BEYOND QUESTION
PATRICK KEARNEY
3YO  BAY  GELDING 61.0KG
P Kearney, Billihollymya (Mgr: P Woolley), Jaedmach (Mgr: B Barwick), G J Flynn, J F Williams, Dr J A Schuijers, J P Kearney, K C Murray, Mrs L M Kearney, Mrs M Giles, M Medici, M W Thompson, Mrs R Morgan-Elliott, J P Elliott, R Brown, R A Charlton, T D Brown, C McGregor, A Di Lorenzo & Baleka Lad's
Lining up for just third start. When well in the market at debut, won by 0.5 len at Great Western 3yo Mdn-Sw January 24 over 1200m on a rain affected track defeating Red Rabbit carrying 58kg at $4.20. Second-up came from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Flemington in the G3 Cs Hayes on February 14 over 1400m, 2.75 len behind Sixties carrying 56kg at $31. Capable of a better showing. Racing well at the moment and could be hard to beat.
2
R MCLEOD
White With Koala, Pink Sleeves And Pink And White Quartered Cap
2 4865x ETHEREUM GIRL
BEN, WILL & JD HAYES
3YO  BROWN  FILLY 60.0KG
M D Needham, D Tavoletti, B Nicholas & D Kelb
Has won previously first-up and resumes here after a break of four-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation fifth of 13 at Flemington in the G1 Vrc Oaks November 6 over 2500m, 6 len behind Strictly Business carrying 56kg at $14. First up last campaign fourth of 11 at Sandown-Hillside in the G2 Thoguineasprel September 27 over 1400m, a nose behind Ferivia with 58kg at $20. Expected to feature.
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L CURRIE
Brown, White Crossed Sashes, Striped Sleeves And Cap
3 11x33 AUTUMN BREAK
KYM DAVISON
3YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
K A Davison, M T Erdeljac, Mitchell Park Racing (Mgr: G N Harrison), R J Thomas, Dr L M Bodell, J C Thomas, J A Lenehan, S L Richards, Ms J L Schubert, B D Phillips, G C Teesdale, N J Groch, Mrs V F Groch, C R Conway, Hellbent Hoppers (Mgr: Mrs K T Evans), E Chessari, D A Paton & A Chessari
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming 3rd of 16 at Randwick Highway-C3 on February 7 over 1200m, 0.8 len behind Fingers Hunter with 57.5kg at $2.60. Last start ran on from midfield; 3rd of 15 at Wagga Sdra Champ on February 28 over 1400m, 0.8 len behind Villasaurus carrying 56kg at $1.65. Talented type who is among the leading hopes.
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BRITTANY BUTTON
White, Black And Orange Diamonds Band And Diamonds Armbands, Orange Cap
4 212x4 JAEGERS
GARY PORTELLI
3YO  BROWN  FILLY 59.0KG
Godolphin
Second-up. First-up after two months 4th of 7 at Canterbury Bm78 Final on February 27 over 1100m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Bev's Nine with 54kg at $3.40. Previously second-up 2nd of 7 at Rosehill F&M Mdn-Sw on November 12 over 1200m, 1.2 len behind Plaintiff carrying 56.5kg at $10. Strong top-three chance.
6
ALYSHA COLLETT
Royal Blue
5 36x34 OLATUNDE
TIM FITZSIMMONS
3YO  BAY  GELDING 55.0KG
Elvin Bloodstock (Mgr: V Elvin), Stayers + Sprinters (Mgr: S R Jones), P F Halpin, L Livingston, L Pearce, J N O'Rourke, D Fayle, C A O'brien & B Fitzsimmons
Third-up today. First-up 3rd of 12 at Wangaratta Bm66 on January 18 over 1170m, 1.4 len behind Pano's Pride with 56.5kg at $5. Second run from a spell 4th of 7 at this track Bm66 on February 23 over 1175m, on a wet track; 0.9 len behind Ancho with 58.5kg at $1.80. Will need to do a bit more.
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M RODD
Black, Yellow Broken Hoops And Collar, Diamond Sleeves And Cap
6 9x114 ROMANTICISM
SCOTT COLLINGS
3YO  BAY  FILLY 55.0KG
J W Kelly Suffolk Vale & Co (Mgr: T W Kelly)
Racing well recently. Most recently from last on the turn 4th of 8 at Goulburn Cl3 on February 27 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Cyclone Rupert with 55.5kg at $1.75. The race before that favourite; won by 1.4 len at Goulburn Ctry Cl1 January 27 over 1200m defeating Nefradite with 55.5kg at $2.35. Has ability and looks a top three chance.
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PIERRE BOUDVILLAIN
White, Black Band, Red Cap
7 14x57 DANCINGONMYOWN
ADRIAN CORBOY
3YO  BAY  FILLY 55.0KG
A J Corboy & Mrs J Love
Third-up today. Resuming eased back early on 5th of 9 at Caulfield Heath Cl1 on February 9 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind Yes Yoshi carrying 56kg at $14. Second run from a spell 7th of 9 at Sandown-Hillside F&M Bm74 on February 25 over 1400m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Terilee carrying 54kg at $31. Form only moderate and happy enough to avoid.
10
C J PARISH
Navy Blue, Lime Green Maltese Cross Outline
8 85829 SILVALOA
BEN BRISBOURNE
3YO  GREY  GELDING 55.0KG
D Krongold, N Gopaul, Mrs E Bourke, M J Campbell, D W Geany, Lucky for Some 4 (Mgr: B A Wakefield), Mrs J I O'Hehir, D Dwyer, Mrs C Dwyer, P L Baldwin, R C Harvey, R Button, B J O'Hehir, Mrs B A Harvey, B Gross & R C Nicholson
Most recently ran last of 9 at Canberra in the LR Canb Gneas on March 8 over 1400m, slow going 5 len behind Aerodrome with 56kg at $71. The start before that 2nd of 8 at Canberra Guinprev on February 20 over 1400m, 1.1 len behind Zoufield with 58kg at $9. Worth following up.
11
SHAUN GUYMER
Silver, Black Brisbourne Racing Logo, Sleeves And Cap
9 x3415 PARTY BOSS
GARY COLVIN
3YO  BAY  GELDING 55.0KG
G J Colvin, Dr N Wu, Mrs K A Colvin, J E Humbler, M Humbler, S M Taylor, Twin Lakes (Mgr: S M Taylor), Rocket Group (Mgr: C M Imrie) & J C Choice
Last start 5th of 15 at Wagga Sdra Champ on February 28 over 1400m, 1.4 len behind Villasaurus carrying 56kg at $31. The run before that won by a head at Canberra Cl1 February 6 over 1300m defeating Bulla Vinaka carrying 57kg at $8.50. Finds a nice race and can atone.
5
J PENZA
Orange, Green Checks, Orange Sleeves And Cap
10 12x51 SPREAD THE LOVE
DANIELLE SEIB
3YO  BAY  GELDING 55.0KG
Champion Thoroughbreds (Mgr: J P Abrahams), Critique (Mgr: J P Abrahams), Ms T N Mcintyre, Mrs S Merritt, J D Kennedy, A Lagos, N R Blizard, G F Furner, Mrs S J Codner, Ms V L Sheils, K J Thurkettle, C Merritt, R B R Bloodstock (Mgr: NAC Ross), P P J Dittrich & D Steffel
Third-up today. Resuming 5th of 8 at Canberra Guinprev on February 20 over 1400m, 4 len behind Zoufield carrying 56kg at $3.80. Last start favourite; raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by a head at Wagga Bm58 March 12 over 1400m defeating Timeless Grace carrying 59kg at $2.40. Solid top-three hope.
3
TYLER SCHILLER
Red, White Champion Thoroughbreds Logo And Sleeves, Quartered Cap
11 064x1 VIM VITAE
LIAM HOWLEY
3YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 55.0KG
Liam Howley Racing Pty Ltd (Mgr: L Howley), C W Kwok, M A Pitt, Ms D F Howley, J Howley, D P Humphries & R L Nuttall
Second-up. First-up after four months won by a head at Seymour Mdn-Sw February 20 over 1300m defeating Egyptian Thorn with 59kg at $10. Previously second-up 6th of 12 at Bendigo Mdn-Sw on October 5 over 1500m, 3 len behind Couldthisbetheone carrying 57kg at $9. Fitter but tougher here and others rate better.
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REGAN BAYLISS
Green, Purple Star On Cap
12 10130 DEMI GOD
MICHAEL TRAVERS
3YO  BAY  GELDING 55.0KG
A F Twyford & Miss S M Hercus
Comes here off a 62-day let-up. Last start eased back early on 14th of 18 at Rosehill Highway-C3 on January 17 over 1400m, slow going 8 len behind Considered carrying 52kg at $81. The run before that ran on from midfield; 3rd of 14 at Randwick Highway-C3 on January 3 over 1600m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind Mount Bona with 52kg at $91. Makes no appeal.
4
BLAIKE MCDOUGALL
Cerise, Yellow Checked Sash, Checked Armbands, Checked Cap
13 087 SKILLED SAILOR
TIMOTHY GRACE
3YO  BAY  GELDING 55.0KG
Mrs J Grace
Dual acceptor. Last start got back early 7th of 10 at Sandown-Hillside Mdn-Sw on March 11 over 1300m, 5 len behind Dirty Look with 59kg at $201. Before that 8th of 14 at Wangaratta Mdn-Sw on February 28 over 1170m, 5.5 len behind Ole Daze with 57.5kg at $151. This looks a difficult task.
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Royal Blue, Gold Horseshoe, Lime Green And Black Hooped Sleeves, Gold Cap