Goulburn   22 May 2025
 
GOING: H(9)

GOULBURN AUSTRALIA CLASS 1 HANDICAP 1300m

Track: SOFT7   Rain (Max: 12)   Rail: +8m Entire. (Pent: 4.75)  

Shambretta should spear straight to the front of the small field. SUPERHERO (1) progressive gelding who comes to hand quickly. Sound return with the 60kg when a game second over 1200m at Kembla Grange in BM64 class. Schofield sticks and he should prove too sharp for these. MAGIC SHADOW (13) launched late at his second run back when an eye-catching third over 1200m at Kembla Grange. Likely to get back again from the draw and hit the line strongly. Value prospect. DUROVA (8) comes here in peak condition and gets her chance after gripping on late in the heavy going when fourth over 1200m at Canterbury. Won't have to improve much to take this out. MISS COUVER (7) resumes with a handy first up record. Fitted with the one soft 900m trial and stays in the figures. SUGGESTED PLAY: Superhero to win.
1 237x2 SUPERHERO
ANNABEL & ROB ARCHIBALD
3YO  BAY  GELDING 60.0KG
YES Bloodstock (Mgr: B F Sokolski), A Kheir & Balmerino Racing Partnership (Mgr: J S Rosham)
Second-up. First-up after four months came from midfield; 2nd of 8 at Kembla Grange Bm64 on May 6 over 1200m, in the wet; 1.0 len behind Let's Go Again carrying 60kg at $3.30. Previously second-up came from midfield and won by a neck at Hawkesbury Cg&E Mdn-Sw November 7 over 1400m defeating Banxi carrying 57.5kg at $1.60. Hard to beat in this company.
4
CHAD SCHOFIELD
Grey, Black And Olive Tartan, Olive Sleeves, Black Cap, Black Pom Pom
2 231x SACREDARRO
GAI WATERHOUSE & ADRIAN BOTT
5YO  BROWN  GELDING 59.0KG
M F De Kock, L M Nestadt, L P Ralphs, Mrs S L Harrod, J N Harrod & C Cowley
He is resuming after a 11 months break. Finished off last campaign winning won by long-neck Sale Mdn-Sw June 26 over 2200m slow track defeating What A Journey carrying 59.5kg at $1.30. On debut second of 10 at Sandown-Hillside Mdn May 15 2024 over 1600m, soft track; a nose behind Ginger Sweet carrying 59.5kg at $3.80. Will take great benefit from this outing.
2
REGAN BAYLISS
Blue, Yellow Epaulettes, Blue Cap
3 25x16 GORBACHEV
MICHAEL FREEDMAN
3YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
M A Koundouris, Picko (Mgr: C C Pickford), Mrs B D Gallaher, J A Wilson, West Colyrana Tumbacoots (Mgr: M J Mallon), M P Dascarolis & T W Sullivan
Third-up today. First-up settled well back; won by a nose at Gosford Super Mdn-Sw March 15 over 1000m on a soft track defeating Alpine Ski with 58.5kg at $2.70. Second-up 6th of 11 at Wyong Cg&E Bm64 on April 17 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.0 len behind Puerto Banus carrying 58kg at $6. Well placed. Great chance to atone.
10
KEAGAN LATHAM
Royal Blue, White Cross And Armbands
4 65x69 MANWE
PETER SNOWDEN
4YO  B/BR  GELDING 58.0KG
G K Harris, AHT Thoroughbreds Pty Ltd (Mgr: A H Tighe), Robert Willis Bloodstock (Mgr: R S Willis), Pryde Racing (Mgr: M Pryde), A J Falk, Healey Bloodstock (Mgr: D Healey), Ms K Mailer, Main Beach (Mgr: D J Fahey), Mrs E J Riordan & M B Smith
Third-up today. First-up ran last in a small field at Kembla Grange Cl1 on April 15 over 1000m, 5 len behind Moonlight Gambler with 59.5kg at $6. Second run from a spell ran last of 9 at Kembla Grange Bm64 on May 6 over 1200m, on a wet track; 7 len behind Dashing Rupert with 59kg at $21. Out of his depth.
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KEAGAN LATHAM
White, Royal Blue Epaulettes, Hooped Sleeves, Royal Blue Cap, White Stripes
5 x1743 SHAMBRETTA
KIM WAUGH
4YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
R M Tunnicliffe, K D Tunnicliffe & S G E Farr
At the latest run rolled along in front before being edged out 3rd of 9 at Newcastle Cl1 on May 3 over 1300m, in the wet; 2.25 len behind Allegro Miss carrying 55kg at $13. The race before that 4th of 7 at Kembla Grange Mid Cl1 on April 15 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Iron Hawk with 58.5kg at $20. Prefer others from the draw.
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J FORD
Salmon, Navy Blue And White Curved Checked Sash, Striped Sleeves, Navy Blue Cap
6 188x4 TRUE AMOR
JOHN O'SHEA & TOM CHARLTON
3YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
Kitchwin Hills (Mgr: S K Brown), Whitby Bloodstock Pty Ltd (Mgr: M J Whitby), Werrett Bloodstock Pty Ltd (Mgr: N R J Werrett), Cinco Star Racing (Mgr: D H B Giesemann), Davison Racing (Mgr: W B Davison), P J Hatton, Highgrove Stud (Mgr: R T Gilbert), D W Russell, Ms A Maynard & G A M Maynard
Second run back. First-up after five months 4th of 9 at Warwick Farm Cg&E Bm72 on May 7 over 1300m, on a slow track; 1.2 len behind Secure carrying 54kg at $7.50. Previously second-up second last of 9 at Canterbury 3&4yo Bm64 on November 29 over 1250m, slow going 4 len behind Codetta with 57.5kg at $5.50. Will come on from that run and a bold showing is expected.
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K MCEVOY
Yellow, Cerise Stars, Royal Blue Sleeves, Cerise Cap
7 5x62x MISS COUVER
CIARON MAHER
5YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Ms B J Bourne, Deg Racing (Mgr: D F Degenhardt), Qatar Bloodstock Ltd (Mgr: D Redvers), M Belford, Mrs L A Belford, A J Willoughby, A T Hood, S F Yeates & C Oliver
First-up. Finished off last campaign second of 9 at Newcastle F&M Bm64 October 1 over 1250m, soft track; 1.0 len behind Titanium Miss carrying 59.5kg at $2.10. When resuming last campaign sixth of 10 at Wyong Cl1 September 6 over 1100m, 5.5 len behind Hezdarnhottoo with 57.5kg at $4. Capable of sprinting well fresh.
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ANNA ROPER
Claret With Gold Braid, Claret Sleeves And Cap With Gold Tassel
8 8x504 DUROVA
CIARON MAHER
3YO  B/BR  FILLY 57.0KG
A Kheir, J A O'Neill, Sneesby Racing, A K Racing, R L Blacker, Mrs K A Blacker, P T Blair, J M Simmons, Ms S M Fitzgerald, Carty Racing, P F Dimattina, A J Keleher, D J Meredith, A M Holst & P G Abraham
Useful type. Last start 4th of 7 at Canterbury Bm64 on April 30 over 1200m, in the wet; 2.25 len behind First Mission with 56.5kg at $13. The start before that second last of 13 at Eagle Farm 3yo Qlty on April 5 over 1200m, on a slow track; 8 len behind Boomtown Boss with 52kg at $26. Has ability and is among the leading hopes.
5
ASHLEY MORGAN
Navy Blue, Pale Yellow Spots, Halved Sleeves, Quartered Cap
9 145x5 LADY SAVANNAH
M, W & J HAWKES
3YO  BAY  FILLY 56.0KG
Mrs K M Stonnill, Mrs M L Black, Mrs M A Griffiths, Mrs C L Gallaway, Mrs D Hetherington, Mrs M Edwards, Ms K L Page, Mrs R J Jobson & Mrs J M Wightley
Second run back. First-up after five months 5th of 9 at Newcastle Cl1 on May 3 over 1300m, on rain affected going; 2.75 len behind Allegro Miss carrying 56kg at $4. Previously second-up ran on strongly from last on the turn; 4th of 9 at Kembla Grange Super Mdn-Sw on October 12 over 1300m, 1.75 len behind Full Metal Jacket carrying 55kg at $14. Rates highly and capable of much better.
7
ZAC LLOYD
Orange, Black Equi-Com Syndications Logo And Cap
10 1x694 AHELLBENDA
RICHARD LITT
3YO  BAY  FILLY 55.0KG
J Foxe, G M McNamara, T J C Ashwin, M Colosimo, Deanmeyer, T M Harrison, Mrs G Hubbard, P D Hubbard, P Knight, S Lawandos, G S McInnes, M A Mears, T Rimmer, T Tsagaris, C U Wilson, C Bain, M Lavorato, R J Bowdler, T McColl & B Coombe
Comes off a 37 day let-up. Most recently 4th of 7 at Kembla Grange F&M Bm64 on April 15 over 1400m, 1.5 len behind Let's Fly with 57kg at $26. Before that second last of 10 at Wyong F&M Bm64 on April 3 over 1200m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Struff with 57.5kg at $19. Has to improve sharply.
1
TOM SHERRY
Yellow, Bright Pink Stars, White Sleeves, Bright Pink Stars, White Cap, Yellow Star
11 x2142 DEEP EMOTION
JOHN P THOMPSON
3YO  BAY  FILLY 55.0KG
Mr J V O'Neill, Mr T J Pemberton, Mrs L Harris, Mr J L Crawly, Mr C J Crawley, Mr L F Robins, Mr B K Parker, Mr B J Scarce, Mr S Rayson, Dr D S Karpin, Mr J W Orange, Mr M J Curtain, Yarraman Park Stud (Mgr: A D Mitchell), Mr M J Webb, Mr B V Woolford
Form hard to fault. At the latest run 2nd of 8 at this track Cl1 on May 8 over 1200m, slow going 0.5 len behind Zielle with 56.5kg at $14. Before that 4th of 11 at Newcastle Cl1 on April 26 over 1300m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Correon carrying 55kg at $20. Slim place prospects.
15
WILLIAM A STANLEY
Royal Blue, White Star, Red Cap
12 8x482 WEXFORD MISS
DANIELLE SEIB
4YO  BAY  MARE 55.0KG
Champion Thoroughbreds, S Nagaratnam, P J Gray, Elite Racing Services, G Seto, JackJ5 Racing, S Bourke, E Catanzariti, T S Menounos, Dr M Healy, S Thatcher, E W J Ciurlionis, P Vanni, Thug Thoroughbreds, P V W Kruining, R A Seymour, M Petrie, J E Abrahams Pty Ltd, L D Lavender & J Guymer
At the latest run 2nd of 11 at Wagga Ctry Cl2 on May 1 over 1400m, long-neck behind Lucy Lulu carrying 57kg at $5.50. The start before that 8th of 13 at this track Bm66 on April 8 over 1400m, 4 len behind Empress Of Japan with 57kg at $11. Fitter now and keep safe.
8
JACE MCMURRAY
Red, White Champion Thoroughbreds Logo And Sleeves, Quartered Cap
13 26x83 MAGIC SHADOW
CIARON MAHER
4YO  B/BR  GELDING 57.0KG
C E Holt, A J Fly, G Guenther, M Paganoni, KAB Racing, S Graf, S K McNamara, Ms E M Wilson, G J Flynn, N Karvouniaris
Third-up today. First-up 8th of 11 at Wyong Cg&E Bm64 on April 17 over 1200m, slow going 2.25 len behind Puerto Banus carrying 57kg at $19. Second-up 3rd of 9 at Kembla Grange Bm64 on May 6 over 1200m, on rain affected going; neck behind Dashing Rupert with 57kg at $13. Key chance who can go close.
6
DYLAN GIBBONS
Royal Blue, Red V
14 63251 EXOTHRILL
PETER GREEN
4YO  BAY  GELDING 56.0KG
Green Brothers Racing (Mgr: C J Green), R A Pearce, J D Phipps, Mrs D Grillo, Triple B Racing (Mgr: J Hodder), C Demuth, J Coleman, A M McDermott, D Cameron, P D Cabban, P Q Conroy, Mrs M C Phipps & B Crossey
At the latest run was well back until straightening; raced back then made ground from the turn; won by 2.25 len at Wyong Prov Mdn May 1 over 1350m in heavy going defeating Johnny Smash carrying 55.5kg at $3.90. Before that 5th of 14 at Hawkesbury Prov Mdn-Sw on April 5 over 1500m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Empusa carrying 57kg at $14. Don't underestimate at the big odds.
6
White, Green Stars And Collar, Green Half With White Braces, Stars Sleeves And Cap
15 0x132 DIVINE BENE
ADAM DUGGAN
4YO  BAY  GELDING 56.0KG
It's Not Easy (Mgr: L A Salvador), D R Ridge, P M O'Shea, K Martin, A J Russell, D King, D Lom, E T Avramides, Mrs V King, G Giles, L Hodge, S A Foster, D E Atkinson, C Ferrari, C Parke & T A Cooper
Recent form sound. Last start gave a sight but was run down late 2nd of 12 at Quirindi Cl1 on May 12 over 1200m, on a slow track; 0.7 len behind Sirius Flyer carrying 58.5kg at $2.80. The race before that rolled along in front before being edged out 3rd of 8 at Newcastle Prov Cl1 on April 1 over 1250m, on heavy track; 2.25 len behind Lutetia with 53.5kg at $4.40. One for the exotics.
8
ASHLEY MORGAN
Grey, Orange Epaulettes, Grey Cap With Orange Pom Pom
16 x5314 CALEDONIAN
KAREN OWEN
3YO  B/BR  GELDING 56.0KG
L W Reinhard
Most recently 4th of 9 at Wyong Cg&E Bm64 on May 8 over 1350m, on a wet track; 2.75 len behind Missile Seeker with 55kg at $41. The start before that won by 0.6 len at Newcastle Mdn April 26 over 1300m in soft going defeating Dundeel Flyer carrying 52.5kg at $8. Looks tested.
4
Green, Royal Blue Braces and Armbands
17 15952 PRINCE KURO
KIM WAUGH
4YO  B/BR  GELDING 55.0KG
Mystery Downs (Mgr: F W Cook), Mrs C M Cook, M E Waugh, A Bowie, M Singleton, Mrs J D Ginns, D J Patterson, Miss S L Harris, Ms S Velcic & N Velcic
Comes here off a 30-day let-up. Last start gave a sight but was run down late 2nd of 9 at Queanbeyan Bm58 on April 22 over 1200m, slow going nose behind Fourcade with 59kg at $7.50. The run before that 5th of 14 at Port Macquarie Cg&E Cl1 on April 11 over 1100m, 3 len behind Executive Decision with 58kg at $15. Prefer to watch at this stage.
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Maroon, White Crossed Sashes, Yellow Armbands And Cap
18 76x79 DIFFERENT ROAD
RODNEY BAILEY
6YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 55.0KG
K Y E Yue
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up ran last of 7 at Gosford Prov Cl1 on April 25 over 1000m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Oakfield Jupiter with 53kg at $101. Last start ran last of 9 at Wyong Cg&E Bm64 on May 8 over 1350m, on heavy track; 14 len behind Missile Seeker with 55kg at $151. Looks to be making up the numbers.
3
JENNY DUGGAN
Pink, Black And White Braces, Black Cap