Kilmore   01 Jun 2026
 
GOING: S(7)

C&M Build Group BM56 Handicap 1457m

Track: Soft 7   Rain (Max: 7)   Rail: TRUE 400m - 1500m, Out 3m Remainder. (Pent: 6.50)  

Expecting a strong tempo with Left Hook, Tel Aviv and Sexy Warrior going forward ahead of Elvis and Savethebesttillast. A race of many chances. WESTERN LEGEND (4) returned from a 170-day spell in outstanding fashion at Stawell last start, letting down impressively to score by nearly four lengths over 1300m. Has never shown anything near that performance level in five previous runs. Trust it wasn't a fluke. SEXY WARRIOR (8) led all the way for a huge maiden win at this track and trip two back. Tackled a similar race here last time out and just battled away in behind the placegetters under 60.5kgs. Can improve today with the claim for Olivia East. BLACKLIP (1) led and defied all challengers when resuming over 1300m at Wodonga recently, opening his account at start eight. Giving weight to all his rivals but can go on with the job. LEFT HOOK (7) is back from a 171-day spell. Progressed nicely through the last campaign. Two recent jump-outs should have him forward enough to run well. MOONBOLT (3) hasn't been all that far away in two runs this prep and will enjoy this slightly longer trip. SUGGESTED PLAY: Backing Western Legend each-way.
1 545x1 BLACKLIP
NICK RYAN
3YO  BAY  GELDING 61.0KG
N R Ryan, Godsquad Syndicate (Mgr: E B Tenberge), Scandalous Racing (Mgr: M Thomson), Table 9 Syndicate, Victoria Club Ltd, Rechter Racing, J M Hoskins, Mrs A Hoskins, A G Smith, M A Chappell, K J Chappell, P A Garth, J Turner, T K Kinsella-Neijs, H M Giles, C Katalinic & J Koehler
Second run back. First-up after two months won by a neck at Wodonga Mdn-Sw May 16 over 1300m defeating Triumvirate with 59.5kg at $3.80. Previously second-up 4th of 10 at Wangaratta 3yo Mdn-Sw on January 18 over 1170m, 5.5 len behind Big Star with 58kg at $7.50. Still has scope for improvement and is one of the leading chances.
6
C NEWITT
Navy Blue, Gold Fleur De Lys And Armbands, Navy Blue Pom Pom
2 6499x FROZEN TIDE
SHANE FLIEDNER
4YO  BAY  GELDING 61.0KG
S Fliedner, G Chapman, P Coventry, Miss A Clark, W Humphreys, G Risa, D Christie, L Chapman, N Moles, Ms K Lee, J Williams, M Barnes, Bush And City (Mgr: R Palczak), Big Show (Mgr: A Rickard), Flaming Hay Bale, Dub Racing (Mgr: P Podbury), Intags Titc (Mgr: C Intagliata) & Bendigo Classic Racing
Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation ninth of 11 at Geelong Bm62 January 26 over 1755m, 4.5 len behind Revolver carrying 59kg at $31. Previously first up; second of 14 at Echuca Bm56 October 20 over 1400m, 0.5 len behind Privalova carrying 61kg at $12. Good fresh performer capable of figuring in the finish.
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DAMIEN THORNTON
White, Red Diagonal Stripes And Cap
3 31x87 MOONBOLT
COLIN SCOTT
4YO  GR/CH  GELDING 61.0KG
D W Stutt
Third-up today. Resuming got back early 8th of 10 at Pakenham Cl1 on April 23 over 1200m, 5 len behind Doubtland Diva carrying 59kg at $19. Last start 7th of 11 at Echuca C,G & E Bm56 on May 11 over 1300m, slow going 3.5 len behind Wallaby Jack carrying 61.5kg at $5. Likely improver who is among the each-way chances.
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J BOWDITCH
Black, Red Braces, Striped Cap
4 090x1 WESTERN LEGEND
BRITTANY GOODWIN
3YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 61.0KG
B R Goodwin, M G McGinnity, N H Mushan, Golden Eagles (Mgr: D Cropley), Mrs Z Doherty & J Doherty
Second-up. First-up after six months tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 4 len at Stawell Mdn-Sw May 18 over 1300m in the wet defeating Menzies Creek carrying 59.5kg at $19. Previously second-up 10th of 12 at Naracoorte 3yo+ Mdn-Sw on November 2 over 1430m, 15 len behind Ludo carrying 56.5kg at $12. Only needs to hold that form to be winning again. Back in great shape and another bold showing is expected.
2
NEIL FARLEY
Teal, Yellow Lightning Bolt And Cap, Teal Lightning Bolts
5 21x5 CHATEAU VEGA
MATT LAURIE
2YO  CHESTNUT  FILLY 60.0KG
Yu Long Investments (Mgr: Y Zhang)
Second run back. First-up after seven months 5th of 11 at Moe Bm56 on May 12 over 1214m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Undisputable carrying 61kg at $5.50. Previously second-up won by a head at Echuca Mdn-Sw November 4 over 1200m on a soft track defeating Pierre Le Quill carrying 57kg at $5. Can do a lot better over this longer trip with that run under the belt.
5
J NOONAN
Bottle Green, White Checked Sleeves, White Cap
6 52292 ELVIS
DANIEL WILLIAMS
5YO  BROWN  GELDING 60.0KG
Mr N Tuxworth
Last start 2nd of 8 at this track Bm56 on May 15 over 1462m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Short Reply carrying 60.5kg at $10. The start before that raced behind the speed prior to fading to run last of 9 at Cranbourne Bm62 on April 24 over 1600m, 6 len behind Couldthisbetheone with 58.5kg at $19. Going well and makes each-way appeal.
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LOGAN MCNEIL
Maroon And Gold Hoops
7 6217x LEFT HOOK
MICK PRICE & MICHAEL KENT JNR
4YO  B/BR  GELDING 60.0KG
R & C Legh Racing Pty Ltd, S Tsalikidis, C Cortese, J C Slattery, Wright Racing, G W Fielding, F J Spillane, Mrs K G Spillane, M N Pratt, P S Farrugia, M Price, T J Spillane, J F Spillane, Bool Racing
Resuming after six months in the paddock. Finished off last campaign seventh of 10 at Cranbourne Bm62 December 12 over 1600m, 8 len behind Leg Drive carrying 58.5kg at $15. First up last campaign eighth of 10 at Bendigo Mdn-Sw September 17 over 1100m, soft track; 2.75 len behind Serinda carrying 59.5kg at $4.80. Can run a bit of a race in this company.
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THOMAS STOCKDALE
Navy And White Halves, Navy Cap
8 04514 SEXY WARRIOR
PHILLIP STOKES
4YO  BAY  MARE 60.0KG
J G S Singh
Form hard to fault. At the latest run 4th of 8 at this track Bm56 on May 15 over 1462m, on a slow track; 2.25 len behind Short Reply carrying 60.5kg at $12. The race before that scored a big 4.5 len win at this track Mdn-Sw May 4 over 1450m in the wet defeating Ate Iron carrying 54.5kg at $2.70. Nicely drawn and is certainly worth another chance.
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OLIVIA EAST
Purple, Pink And Green Hoops, Purple Sleeves And Cap
9 10x82 TEL AVIV
BEN BRISBOURNE
4YO  GREY  MARE 60.0KG
Mrs S G Heislers, J S Craddock, Miss K L Craddock, Ms C M Heislers & T J Heislers
Third-up today. Comes off a 49 day let-up. Resuming led to the turn then faded second last of 9 at Geelong Bm56 on March 22 over 1535m, 4.5 len behind Il Cielo carrying 57.5kg at $6. Second run from a spell held ground to the line 2nd of 10 at Seymour Bm56 on April 13 over 1600m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind Oceans Above with 57.5kg at $18. Open to further improvement and is definitely in contention.
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A MC CABE
Black, Red Braces And Sleeves, Blue Cap
10 x170x LAFONT
PHILLIP STOKES
4YO  BROWN  MARE 59.0KG
O T I Racing (Mgr: T F Henderson), J P Spence, Mrs J T Spence, A H Goodfellow, Mrs P I Goodfellow, L Webb, Ms D McKeown, Beartown 32, Mrs C J Saltmarsh, Mrs B M Hogan, J Danaher, Maverick Racing, B J Sullivan, S P G Leonard & Montrose Inc Syndicate
Resuming. Finished off last preparation when last of 11 at Geelong Bm62 January 26 over 1755m, 6 len behind Revolver carrying 57.5kg at $7. Previous preparation first-up won by 1.0 len Sale 4Upmdn-Sw December 21 over 1415m slow track defeating Areaan carrying 57.5kg at $7.50. No surprise if she made another bright return.
12
LACHLAN NEINDORF
Navy Blue And Gold Hoops, White Sleeves And Cap
11 690x0 SHEEZ ELEGANT
CLINT MARSHALL
4YO  BLACK  MARE 57.0KG
SCT Syndications Pink Series, Miss M Costa, Ms J Butterworth, Mrs K Christie, Mrs J M Parker, Ms A L Barr, Mrs B Alimov, Mrs C Felmingham, A F Clarke, Miss S M Diaz, Mrs R M Hall, Rosies Girls, T Parmenter, I C Turbet, J A Turner, Ms S A Grayland, LAPD, Tarkarri, K Steinkellner & Mrs S Martin
Second run back. First-up after seven months second last of 14 at Ararat F&M 0 - 56 on May 9 over 1300m, on a slow track; 11 len behind Break The Taboo carrying 60kg at $26. Previously second-up 4th of 11 at Moe 3yo Mdn-Sw on June 19 over 1200m, slow going 2 len behind Surfin' Bird carrying 56kg at $3. That run was a bit plain so prefer her later on.
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TEODORE NUGENT
Royal Blue, White Stars And Sleeves, Gold Stars, Red Cap, White Star
12 48334 SAVETHEBESTTILLAST
STEVEN LAKE
6YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
S A Lake & Mrs J M Lake
Last start 4th of 9 at this track Bm56 on May 4 over 1450m, on rain affected going; 3.5 len behind Super Paradise with 59kg at $10. The start before that 3rd of 11 at Deniliquin Cl2 on April 25 over 1400m, long-neck behind Fleet Destination with 59kg at $2.20. Must go in the exotics.
4
JETT STANLEY
Black And White Stripes, Maroon Sleeves, Black And White Quartered Cap