Randwick 25 Apr 2026
GOING: G(4)
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FIRST AUSTRALIAN IMPERIAL FORCE HANDICAP 1500m Track: GOOD 4 Clear (Max: 21) Rail: +10m 1000m-W/Post, +8m Remainder. |
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Strong tempo to be established by Cristal Clear, Hellsing and Caboche. CRISTAL CLEAR (1) lifted strongly to score a game win first-up in the G2 Ajax Stakes at Rosehill. Had genuine excuses when fifteenth over 1600m in the G1 Doncaster Mile at this track last time out. Well placed here and sure to figure prominently. DEPTH OF CHARACTER (3) Classy Group 2 winner resuming. Raced without luck time in and expecting big things this prep. Given the two trials and stays in the mix with the claim. ENCAP (6) no Autumn Glow or Sheza Alibi today. Deep into the prep and must be kept safe. HELLSING (10) is due for a change of luck. Outclassed when a fading eleventh in the G1 Doncaster over 1600m here last start. Earlier runs had merit and keep safe from the low gate. EL CASTELLO (4) second-up for the new yard and has since been gelded. Since fitted with a 1200m trial win and will appreciate the extra ground. Strays in the mix. SUGGESTED PLAY: Box Quinella 1,3,6,10.
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CRISTAL CLEAR
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD 4YO BAY GELDING 61.0KG Group One Thoroughbreds (Mgr: J J Azzopardi), J J Azzopardi, Namoi Connection (Mgr: D R W Chiplin), J A Cross, J D Racing (Mgr: D A Sayer), Briboys (Mgr: P G Ward), A J Hannelly, Miss K Bartlett, S Zreik, C J Gibson, Asparagus Racing, R W Cohen, L Maurici, Ms C Sutherland, M Car & J Penfold Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up won by a head at Rosehill G2 Ajax March 14 over 1500m defeating Robusto carrying 53kg at $5.50. Second-up second last of 16 at this track in the G1 Doncaster on April 4 over 1600m, slow going 12 len behind Sheza Alibi with 50kg at $51. Will prove tough to beat with the claim. |
7 BRAITH NOCK |
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| 2 | 8306x |
MAISON LOUIS
TOM CHARLTON 4YO BAY GELDING 60.0KG A J A Bosma, Sir P J Vela, J F Hepburn, G Sheppard, D V Gilliard, D B McGuinness, M Cole, M L Solomon & Clearwater (Mgr: A J A Bosma) Back from a spell. Finished off last campaign sixth of 12 at Newcastle in the LR Beauford November 15 over 2300m, 3 len behind Asterix with 58.5kg at $5.50. When resuming last campaign eighth of 10 at Rosehill in the G2 Shannon September 27 over 1500m, 3.5 len behind Waterford carrying 54.5kg at $18. Might be better off following this run. |
8 DYLAN GIBBONS |
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| 3 | 4057x |
DEPTH OF CHARACTER
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD 4YO BAY GELDING 60.0KG S Petrevski, Wintime Racing (Mgr: B R Reader), The Four Stooges (Mgr: D O'Mahony), R G Richards, Miss K Moussa, On The Rails Racing, K A Burston, China Horse Club Racing Pty Ltd (Mgr: A K Teo), D Kostovski, T J Griffiths, W C Bradnam, G J Jarvis, D J Woolacott, Miss K M Trevaskis & L Petrevski Has won previously first-up and resumes here after a break of three-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign seventh of 18 at Gold Coast in the LR Mm Cup January 17 over 1400m, 2 len behind King Of Roseau with 56.5kg at $13. First up last campaign 12th of 16 at this track in the G2 Tramway September 6 over 1400m, 5 len behind Pericles carrying 57kg at $51. Smart gelding who looks set for a big prep, keep safe. |
10 ANNA ROPER |
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| 4 | 004x0 |
EL CASTELLO
JOHN P THOMPSON 4YO BAY GELDING 60.0KG Anthony Cummings Thoroughbreds (A&B Cummings), A R McAnulty, Mrs L McAnulty, Bangaloe Stud (Miss J C Ritchie), R D Spratt, D O'Kane, P O'Kane, Mrs A Spratt, Wessel Thoroughbreds (C J Wessel) & R P Barwick Second-up. Comes off a 56-day let-up. First-up after four months ran last of 12 at this track in the G3 Liverpool on February 28 over 1300m, slow going 14 len behind King Of Roseau carrying 53.5kg at $51. Previously second-up second last of 12 at this track in the G1 Epsom on October 4 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Autumn Glow with 51kg at $16. Gelded over the break and impressed in the two trials. |
5 J PARR |
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| 5 | 7873x |
PORT LOCKROY
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD 5YO BROWN GELDING 59.0KG C E Holt, Mrs J M Acott, B M Jackson, D J Ricketts, Martin Thoroughbred Racing, W R L Foster, D S Bella, Mrs J M Bella, Hon. G J Williamson, YES Bloodstock, Mrs H Scalia, Banjo Bloodstock (Mgr: C McNaughton), Farah Racing, Miss V Joli, N Lillie, N J Payne, Mrs S L Payne & G W Spies Resuming after a break of three-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign third of 13 at Gold Coast The Wave Wfa January 10 over 1800m, 2 len behind Miss Joelene with 59kg at $9.50. First up last campaign 13th of 16 at this track in the G2 Tramway September 6 over 1400m, 5.5 len behind Pericles with 58kg at $41. Look for him late at the good each way odds with the claim. |
9 MOLLIE FITZGERALD |
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ENCAP
GARY PORTELLI 5YO CHESTNUT GELDING 59.0KG G Portelli, R El Daghl, Valeri Racing (Mgr: F Valeri), Bamboo Bloodstock, MGSE, D T Carter, N J Cusick, R M Dick, Tudey Racing, G1G Colts & Breeding Pty Ltd, S R P M Racing, A T Staudacher, W Vasili, D J Wilson, Mrs C A Winfield, J A Forrest, P T Blair, Kiamala Racing, Ms C M Cox & M J Cox Last start 14th of 16 at this track in the G1 Doncaster on April 4 over 1600m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Sheza Alibi carrying 50kg at $81. Before that 10th of 12 at Rosehill in the G1 Geo Ryder on March 21 over 1500m, slow going 6 len behind Autumn Glow with 59kg at $151. Massive drop in class and can run into the minor money. |
2 RACHEL KING |
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LORD OF BISCAY
KRIS LEES 6YO BAY GELDING 57.0KG Australian Bloodstock (Mgr: L G Murrell), Ballylinch Stud (Mgr: J O'connor), R A Haigh, S E Bristow, Mrs S H Bristow, Mugafive Racing (Mgr: S A Doring), T P Johns, G R Johns, P A Rapone, M A Eccles & J Lovett Chasing a hat-trick. Last start favourite; came from midfield and won by 3 len at this track Prov-Mid Champ April 11 over 1400m defeating Imposant carrying 57.5kg at $3.50. The run before that favourite; won by 0.7 len at Newcastle Provmid Wldcard March 31 over 1400m defeating Imposant with 57.5kg at $4.40. Racing well and looks a key chance. |
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CABOCHE
CHRIS WALLER 7YO BAY GELDING 56.0KG N Morgan & D H T Devine Dual acceptor. Resuming. Finished off last campaign second last of 7 at Doomben Hcp October 25 over 1600m, 1.75 len behind Victory Win carrying 60kg at $11. Previous preparation first-up won by 1.4 len Eagle Farm Hcp July 19 over 1600m slow track defeating Chica Mojito with 57kg at $11. Outclassed. |
3 SIENNA GRIMA |
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SHADIZI
CHRIS WALLER 5YO BAY GELDING 56.0KG A Kheir, N A Greenhalgh, Grand Parkview Stud, J A O'Neill, YES Bloodstock, Cookie Racing, Sneesby Racing, M S Hovey, Werrett Bloodstock Pty Ltd, Madden Bloodstock Pty Ltd, T R Maddern, Magic Bloodstock Racing, Carty Racing, B F Ferrett, B R C Racing, A K Racing, B J O'Brien & S R Allan Resuming after a break of five months. Finished off last preparation 13th of 16 at Rosehill in the G3 Festival November 29 over 1500m, 8 len behind Yorkshire with 53.5kg at $14. Previously first up; seventh of 10 at this track Bm88 September 20 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Husk carrying 58kg at $61. Prefer to see how he returns. |
6 JASON COLLETT |
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| 10 | 23020 |
HELLSING
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD 6YO BAY GELDING 56.0KG Teme Valley (Mgr: R Ryan) Last start sat on the pace before fading 11th of 16 at this track in the G1 Doncaster on April 4 over 1600m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Sheza Alibi carrying 50kg at $201. Before that gave a sight but was run down late 2nd of 14 at Muswellbrook Mwbk Cup on March 27 over 1500m, on a slow track; head behind Magnatear carrying 55kg at $4.60. Very fit and will give a ton of cheek. |
1 TOM SHERRY |
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| 11 | 6318x |
KINTYRE
GARY PORTELLI 5YO BAY GELDING 56.0KG Laurel Oak, Whinging Poms (Mgr: J T Fathers), Bundalong Racing (Mgr: J Gunston), R I Cullen, E L H Cullen, J T O'Brien, J Davis, C Morony, M W Powell, V I Latimore, A N Fitzgerald, K A Tibbey, J V Murphy, B Pendlebury, D Hanckel & T Hutchinson, J T Fathers & Miss L Allen Resuming after a break of four-and-a-half months. Finished off last campaign eighth of 13 at this track Bm100 December 20 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Know Thyself carrying 56kg at $21. When resuming last campaign eighth of 10 at this track in the G3 Bill Ritchie September 20 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind With Your Blessing carrying 54kg at $8.50. Will take great benefit from this run. |
4 TYLER SCHILLER |
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PHEARSON
SARA RYAN 8YO BAY GELDING 55.0KG P James, P Christou, Ms L Mcgraw, R J Torpy, A Malizis & Miss L James Second run back. First-up after four months 5th of 16 at Rosehill in the G3 St Kingdom on March 28 over 1200m, slow going 2.25 len behind Roselyn's Star with 53kg at $71. Previously second-up 14th of 16 at Rosehill in the G3 Festival on November 29 over 1500m, 8 len behind Yorkshire carrying 54kg at $81. Back in good order and don't underestimate. |
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SHOHISHA
DAVID PAYNE 4YO B/BR MARE 55.0KG W N Boyde, Ms G M Chapo & Dodgy Investments Pty Limited (Mgr: G W Evers) Last start 5th of 12 at Rosehill in the G2 Emancipatn on March 28 over 1500m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Idle Flyer with 55kg at $19. The race before that got back early 7th of 14 at Rosehill in the G1 Coolmore on March 14 over 1500m, 3 len behind Lazzura carrying 51kg at $19. Strong contender on her best form. |
15 ASHLEY MORGAN |
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GIVE ME SPACE
BEN, WILL & JD HAYES 4YO BAY GELDING 54.0KG R T Hay Dual acceptor. At the latest run from last on the turn 8th of 11 at Caulfield Bm84 on April 4 over 1400m, 2.75 len behind Merrigold carrying 60.5kg at $21. The start before that from last on the turn 5th of 8 at Caulfield Bm96 on March 21 over 1200m, 1.5 len behind Meridius carrying 56kg at $21. Ready to peak fourth-up at the good odds. |
9 TIM CLARK |
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FORMAL DISPLAY
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD 5YO BROWN GELDING 53.0KG S D Manion, TC Formal Display (Mgr: S D Manion), Mrs W R Hick, S A Latter, D G Abel, G B McDonald, L A Hick, D J Gibson, G N Haggett, K I J Henry, R C Powell, I Abel, K Leicester, M Chiu, C Gook, L W Miller, S R Niven, B Elliott, The S & K Collective (Mgr: Ms S A Elliott) & S B Fanetti Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up favourite; raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by 0.9 len at Wyong Bm78 March 18 over 1350m in soft going defeating Slinky carrying 59.5kg at $4.20. Last start favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 0.9 len at Warwick Farm Bm78 April 1 over 1400m on a soft track defeating Emirate carrying 60kg at $2.10. Genuine galloper who appeals as one of the hardest to beat on the limit weight. |
10 ANDREW ADKINS |
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