Eight black-type features, returning stars, and carnival-defining clashes — this is spring racing at its finest.
Caulfield Overview
Caulfield takes centre stage in Melbourne with a stacked card of feature races. The Guineas Prelude gives emerging 3YOs their shot at black-type, while the Group 1 Underwood Stakes (1800m) and Group 1 Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes (1400m) headline a day that also includes the important Naturalism Stakes (2000m) for spring stayers. Expect high-class clashes and key form guides for the carnival ahead.
Randwick Overview
Sydney’s spring build-up continues with another big day at Randwick. The Kingston Town Stakes (2000m) gives stayers their chance, while the Tea Rose Stakes (1400m) shapes as a key fillies’ form race. The 7 Stakes (1600m) sees proven Group 1 stars clash, and The Shorts (1100m) brings together some of Australia’s fastest sprinters in a mouth-watering featur
🏇 Caulfield R5 — Sportsbet Caulfield Guineas Prelude (1400m)
📝 Race Overview:
A competitive Guineas Prelude with several progressive 3YOs lining up. Bacash continues to race consistently at metro level and was brave at The Valley last start. Stay Cosmic closed strongly for second in the McKenzie and looks suited by the rise to 1400m. Planet Red was impressive in his early wins before running on late last time, while Cinturato created a big impression on debut at Sale and should only improve. Estremo and Bingi also bring solid credentials.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
STAY COSMIC (Odds: $4.00)
⚡ “He was excellent flashing home in the McKenzie Stakes and now steps up to his ideal trip of 1400m. With the benefit of race fitness and a softer draw, he looks primed to strike. His consistency and closing strength make him the runner to beat.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
CINTURATO (Odds: $21.00)
💥 “Debuted in slick time at Sale and showed great determination late. With natural improvement and conditions to suit, he has the upside to measure up to this level at a price. Expect him to be finishing strongly.”
🏇 Caulfield R7 — SEN Underwood Stakes (1800m) Group 1
📝 Race Overview:
The Underwood Stakes brings together a high-quality field of proven Group performers. Moira was brave chasing Desert Lightning at The Valley and looks suited stepping up to 1800m. Sir Delius has adapted seamlessly to Australian racing and was narrowly beaten in the Chelmsford. Buckaroo is last year’s winner and closed strongly in the Memsie, while Zardozi hit the line impressively in the So You Think Stakes. Golden Path and Anisette also hold claims.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
SIR DELIUS (Odds: $2.20)
⚡ “The import has settled quickly into Australian conditions, producing a strong win at Doomben before a game second in the Chelmsford. He profiles as a horse on the rise and the extra trip is perfect. A tough, adaptable galloper who looks ready for Group 1 glory.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
ZARDOZI (Odds: $21.00)
💥 “She produced one of the better late sectionals in the So You Think Stakes despite being unsuited by tempo. Second-up and stretching to 1800m, she looks set to improve sharply. At double figures, she’s an appealing each-way play.”
🏇 Caulfield R8 — Sportsbet Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes (1400m) Group 1
📝 Race Overview:
A deep Sir Rupert Clarke with plenty of winning hopes. Angel Capital was dominant first-up at The Valley, swooping late off a fast tempo, and looks ideally weighted with 53.5kg. Another Wil had excuses in the Memsie and strips fitter second-up, while Damask Rose was outstanding flashing home in the Cockram. Sepals faces a tricky draw but has upside, and Arkansaw Kid maps for a soft run from the inside gate.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
ANGEL CAPITAL (Odds: $3.50)
⚡ “Explosive first-up performance showed he’s well above average, and the light weight makes him very dangerous. He’s already a proven swooper at Caulfield and looks to have a serious engine. A deserved favourite in a Group 1.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
DAMASK ROSE (Odds: $16.00)
💥 “Her run in the Cockram was full of merit, hitting the line powerfully against the race shape. The rise to 1400m is exactly what she’s looking for. Despite the wide barrier, she has the turn of foot to swoop over the top late.”
🏇 Caulfield R9 — Tobin Brothers Naturalism Stakes (2000m)
📝 Race Overview:
The Naturalism shapes as a tactical staying test with limited early speed. Statuario has Derby placings and will appreciate 2000m, while Birdman has been building towards this trip with strong late runs. Berkshire Breeze and Future History improve with fitness, while Berkeley Square is dangerous back to a suitable trip. Tempo will be key.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
BIRDMAN (Odds: $3.30)
⚡ “He’s been hitting the line well in shorter races, and the rise to 2000m is perfect timing third-up. A progressive type with fitness and upside, he should relish a slowly run race.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
BERKSHIRE BREEZE (Odds: $9.50)
💥 “Stuck on gamely in the Heatherlie and will only be stronger here. The step up in distance suits, and he has a touch of quality that makes him dangerous at a price.”
🏇 Randwick R5 — Asahi Super Dry Kingston Town Stakes (2000m)
📝 Race Overview:
Elamaz was dominant resuming at Rosehill and now steps up in distance with James McDonald booked. Vauban will relish the 2000m after a sound return, while Half Yours has thrived this prep with three wins. Don Diego De Vega resumes off a Grafton Cup win and adds intrigue. Birdman and Arapaho also warrant respect.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
ELAMAZ (Odds: $4.20)
⚡ “He was heavily supported first-up and delivered in style, showing acceleration and strength. The rise to 2000m and the booking of J-Mac only add to his appeal. Clearly a stayer on the rise.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
HALF YOURS (Odds: $11.00)
💥 “Rock-hard fit and a winner of three this prep, he looks ready to tackle this grade. The 2000m is ideal, and he can give a big sight at each-way odds.”
🏇 Randwick R6 — MyPlates Tea Rose Stakes (1400m)
📝 Race Overview:
The Furious Stakes is the key lead-up, with Apocalyptic winning first-up but likely to improve further. Tupakara also closed strongly and draws better this time, while Within The Law is a classy filly despite another wide draw. Enviable continues to race honestly and shouldn’t be overlooked.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
TUPAKARA (Odds: $3.80)
⚡ “Her Furious run was excellent, closing hard from a tricky position. With blinkers on and a better draw, she looks to get every favour. Ready to peak second-up.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
WITHIN THE LAW (Odds: $5.00)
💥 “Always competitive at this level and well suited at Randwick. While she’ll get back again, her turn of foot is sharp enough to make her a genuine upset hope.”
🏇 Randwick Race 8 — 7 Stakes (1600m)
📝 Race Overview:
A high-class mile featuring proven Group 1 stars. Private Eye brings Brisbane form and will be dangerous second-up. Fangirl thrives at Randwick and won this race last year. Royal Patronage resumes with an excellent Australian fresh record, while Gringotts comes off trial success and Lindermann adds depth.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
FANGIRL (Odds: $2.60)
⚡ “She was solid first-up and now returns to her favourite trip at her favourite track. The defending champion looks perfectly placed to repeat the dose.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
ROYAL PATRONAGE (Odds: $7.00)
💥 “Both Australian fresh runs have been strong, and he has proven Group-class talent. If he brings that form again, he’s capable of running a big race at odds.”
🏇 Randwick R9 — Yarraman Park Shorts (1100m)
📝 Race Overview:
A sizzling sprint to close out the day. Private Harry looked outstanding in recent trials and comes in off a Galaxy win. Briasa is a proven star at Randwick and the danger fresh. Joliestar resumes with high-class form, while Marhoona rises in grade as the exciting filly of the field. Expect a fast tempo and a flying finish.
🔥 Best to Back Tip:
PRIVATE HARRY (Odds: $2.25)
⚡ “He’s looked exceptional in trials and brings serious form as the Galaxy winner. Well set up here, he looks the class act in a race that will be run to suit.”
💎 Best Value Bet:
MARHOONA (Odds: $15.00)
💥 “Golden Slipper winner who keeps rising to the occasion. Faces her biggest test yet but has the talent and closing burst to make her presence felt at a juicy price.”
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