ILLAWARRA GRANGE 30 May 2026
GOING: S(6)
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BALLY HOTEL FISHING CLUB CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1400m Track: Soft 6 Rail: True. |
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Expecting Helen's Way to take up the lead at a genuine tempo. INVISIBLE MAGIC (3) was enormous first-up over 1250m at Newcastle, taking a while to get clear then charging home on the soft track to finish an unlucky third. Less impressive last start on a good track at the Kenso. Can bounce back in more favourable conditions back at provincial level. MARCHON (1) engaged in a ding-dong battle with Tuscany but was narrowly denied last time out over 1200m on the outer track here. Doesn't know how to run a bad race and from the good gate expect him to be in the finish again. HELEN'S WAY (2) went too hard in front and capitulated at the end of 1300m at Scone recently. Has ability and if he settles this is well within reach. ELLISMAYNE (6) progressed nicely last start at the second run of the prep, boxing on gamely on to just miss in a busy finish over 1300m at Goulburn. Peaked at this stage last prep so there is further improvement in store. SUGGESTED PLAY: Keen on Invisible Magic.
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MARCHON
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD 3YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG ANR Marchena, Loftus Park (Mgr: D Panetta), Ursino Racing (Mgr: D Ursino), A R Taylor, M Jago, R W Mutton, F A L Racing, T Edwards, P L Ward, G V Hull, Mrs J A Canceri, R S Canceri, Mrs M Brill, BLG Racing, P A Rapone, Whitby Bloodstock Pty Ltd, J Zammit, Thunderhead Pty Ltd & M Panetta Form hard to fault. Last start raced on speed throughout when 2nd of 9 at Kembla Grange Cl1 on May 16 over 1200m, on a slow track; nose behind Tuscany with 58.5kg at $9.50. The start before that held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at Newcastle Cl1 on May 2 over 1300m, 0.8 len behind Cheeky Smirk carrying 58.5kg at $3.30. Consistent gelding who shapes as one of the key chances. |
2 M BELL |
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HELEN'S WAY
BJORN BAKER 4YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG Darby Racing (Mgr: S G Darby), F J Biviano, D Ellis, D Grasso, T J Henderson, Snr K M Kelly, B Lennon, Allunga Racing (Mgr: L Osborne), P A Palmer, L Rivett, Mrs N E Ross, J P Stevens, M Sultana, D Wilden-constantin, Helen's Way (Mgr: S G Darby) & W E Payne Third-up today. First-up raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 10 at Gosford Bm64 on April 25 over 1200m, 4 len behind Cool Lad carrying 60kg at $4.40. Last start faded in the straight 6th of 16 at Scone Cl2 on May 15 over 1300m, 3 len behind Brutal Belle with 58kg at $11. Can turn things around over this slightly longer journey. |
4 C LEVER |
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INVISIBLE MAGIC
CIARON MAHER 4YO B/BR MARE 59.0KG Ciaron Maher Racing, Oligaux, G R Makim, Ms J A Makim & A Blacklock Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. Resuming ran on strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 12 at Newcastle Cl1 on April 23 over 1250m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind Master Yoda with 56kg at $14. Second-up second last of 8 at Randwick Kensington 4yo+ Mares Bm72 on May 13 over 1250m, 6 len behind Thames with 54.5kg at $10. Strips fitter and is better placed back at the provincials. |
3 CLAIRE RAMSBOTHAM |
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COSTABIT
GERALD RYAN & STERLING ALEXIOU 3YO BROWN GELDING 58.0KG Ryan & Alexiou Racing (Mgr: G A Ryan), C E Holt, M H Wood, Mrs M E Wood, C Moore, Ms T L Arnott, R J Poot, M C Oxley, R J Ryan, A Dornauf, G S J England, P A Rosenquist, M Plozza, P M Dennis & A C Collins Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming ran last of 8 at Hawkesbury Cg&E Bm64 on April 14 over 1400m, 11 len behind Viewpoint carrying 58.5kg at $8.50. Second run from a spell 6th of 13 at Kembla Grange Bm64 on May 16 over 1500m, slow going 2 len behind Hush Hush carrying 57kg at $21. Fitter and ready to find some form. |
9 GRANT BUCKLEY |
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STARSONUS
THERESA BATEUP 5YO CHESTNUT GELDING 58.0KG Miss T M Bateup, Mrs B J Adams, R D Attwood, A S C Barlow, M Bates, Bristow Boys Racing (Mgr: C J Bristow), A Gelfius, P Gelfius, D Merola, D Merola, S A Small, Mrs D Wilson, P Wilson & S Yeo Second-up. First-up after a year 6th of 9 at Kembla Grange Cl1 on May 16 over 1200m, slow going 5.5 len behind Tuscany with 59kg at $21. Previously second-up 2nd of 12 at Ipswich Mdn-Sw on April 9 2025 over 1200m, slow going 0.7 len behind Noble Decree with 58.5kg at $3.80. That run was a bit plain so prefer him later on. |
9 AMY MCLUCAS |
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ELLISMAYNE
JOHN P THOMPSON 3YO BROWN GELDING 57.0KG R K Bailey & Mrs M E Bailey Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up 7th of 12 at Newcastle Cl1 on April 23 over 1250m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Master Yoda with 57kg at $13. Second run from a spell sat on the pace when 3rd of 8 at Goulburn Cl2 Bm62 on May 7 over 1300m, long-neck behind Viipuri with 59.5kg at $3.60. Well placed. Nearing peak fitness and worth following. |
6 BROCK RYAN |
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SQUEEZEBOX
KIM WAUGH 4YO BAY GELDING 57.0KG M E Waugh, J J Starr, M D Lagden, N G Karasoulos, V Fuda, A Jones, Mrs T A Russell, T Denham, M J Dobbin, B Magain, Ms L G Pond, J C Heddo, B T Jones, T Odgers, A J Dobbin, J K Gentle, M J Brennan, Mrs K A Brennan & C L Hudson Second-up. First-up after five months got back early 5th of 9 at Kembla Grange Prov Bm68 on May 16 over 1200m, slow going 4 len behind Koios with 55.5kg at $8.50. Previously second-up 3rd in a small field at Kembla Grange Cl1 on September 18 over 1500m, 5.5 len behind Horizons with 58.5kg at $10. Handy when right - can improve with that run under the belt. |
8 KEAGAN LATHAM |
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ALAMAGAN
JOSEPH IBLE 3YO BROWN GELDING 57.0KG Ible Racing (Mgr: J B Ible), S Morgan, P Pascoe, R Tai, M W Bennetts, R J Gelland, M R G Gelland, S McKenzie, K Penaluna, W J Gelland, N Gopaul, D O'Neill & P Hamilton First-up. Finished off last preparation second of 8 at Newcastle Prov Cl1 January 31 over 1500m, 1.5 len behind Etoile Filante with 56kg at $7.50. First up last campaign ninth of 12 at Kembla Grange Cg&E Mdn November 15 over 1300m, 5 len behind Aristocrat with 57kg at $41. Will take great benefit from this outing. |
7 JEAN VAN OVERMEIRE |
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BLUE WILLOW
CIARON MAHER 4YO BROWN MARE 57.0KG Godolphin Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming got back early 9th of 12 at Kembla Grange Bm64 on April 29 over 1400m, 6 len behind Magical Moments with 57.5kg at $10. Second run from a spell settled back and ran on when 7th of 13 at Kembla Grange Bm64 on May 16 over 1500m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Hush Hush carrying 57.5kg at $12. Capable of a big finish so don’t write her off. |
12 ZAC WADICK |
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LIPSTICK
CHRIS WALLER 3YO CHESTNUT FILLY 57.0KG Godolphin Most recently 4th of 10 at Warwick Farm F&M Bm72 on May 6 over 1300m, 3.5 len behind Loera with 55.5kg at $41. Before that 3rd in a small field at Canterbury 3&4yo Bm64 on April 22 over 1250m, 1.5 len behind Supermassive carrying 54kg at $41. Can make her mark back in this company. |
11 LEE MAGORRIAN |
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FELIS CHAUS
RICHARD LITT 4YO CHESTNUT GELDING 56.0KG M Parker, Mrs B Lukunic & KELLY FAMILY RACING (Mgr: B J Kelly) Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up second last of 7 at Goulburn Cg&E Cl1 on April 27 over 1100m, 3 len behind Shoreman carrying 58kg at $5. Last start 2nd of 8 at Goulburn Cl2 Bm62 on May 7 over 1300m, nose behind Viipuri carrying 58kg at $4. Meets a better field this time but is worth including. |
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FIREPOP
GERALD RYAN & STERLING ALEXIOU 3YO B/BR FILLY 55.0KG Ryan & Alexiou Racing (Mgr: G A Ryan), Pinder Family Racing (Mgr: A M Pinder), G N Henwood, M H Wood, Mrs M E Wood, G Risa, A Mavrelis, R Lesic, T A Clarke, QKR (Mgr: N Ferguson), S Pemble, T Staunton, D W Martin & C Gardiner Third-up today. Resuming came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 8 at Goulburn F&M Cl1 on April 27 over 1100m, 2.75 len behind Giddy Girl carrying 58kg at $3.20. Last start 4th of 9 at Kembla Grange Cl1 on May 16 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Tuscany with 55.5kg at $20. Looks tested without serious improvement. |
5 GRANT BUCKLEY |
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CIAO BELLA MIA
ANTHONY MOUNTNEY 4YO BAY MARE 55.0KG A Bertuccio At the latest run 5th of 12 at Moruya Bm58 on May 10 over 1200m, 4 len behind Trooper carrying 56kg at $5.50. The race before that 7th of 12 at Wagga Cl1 on April 30 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Brutal Belle with 55kg at $16. Doubt she will trouble this field. |
1 MS ROBYN FREEMAN |
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