Doomben Tips & Preview (Keith Noud Day) | Saturday 14 November

Doomben Tips & Preview (Keith Noud Day) | Saturday 14 November

• Craig Sheppard
Keith Noud Day at Doomben provides a useful lead-in to the Queensland Summer Racing Carnival, with 10 races scheduled for Saturday. The Listed Keith Noud Quality is the feature. The 1200m contest has a notable history, with past winners Jonker and Holyfield both breaking the Doomben track record. The track is rated a Soft 5, although storms and showers are forecast throughout the week. Conditions may change by race day, so the early races could offer a useful guide. I’ve assessed the form and selected my leading chances across the program. MISS VERSTAK (10) makes her debut after an impressive trial…
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Eagle Farm Tips & Preview – Wednesday 11 November

Eagle Farm Tips & Preview – Wednesday 11 November

• Craig Sheppard
Wednesday’s Eagle Farm tips cover a seven-race programme, with plenty to assess across the card. The rail is out 10.5m, which should favour runners settling on speed. Early positioning will be important, and the opening races may provide a useful guide to how the track is playing. The track is rated a Soft 5 and is expected to remain around that mark, with showers likely after the meeting. Our race analysis assesses the key runners, main winning chances and betting opportunities. Ben Thompson has a strong book of rides and could be in line for a big afternoon. HIT THE SWITCH…
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Eagle Farm Tips & Preview | Saturday 7 November 

Eagle Farm Tips & Preview | Saturday 7 November 

• Craig Sheppard
Eagle Farm hosts Family of League Champions Raceday this Saturday, with 10 races on the program. It is the penultimate meeting of the Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival. The track is rated a Soft 5, though warm days are expected to bring conditions closer to the Good range by Saturday. The rail is positioned 3m out, making early positioning and the speed map important considerations. Our race analysis assesses the key runners, main winning chances and betting opportunities across the card. Here is the full Eagle Farm preview. VINTAGE VIBES (3) arrives in strong form and is aiming to make it…
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2026 Melbourne Cup Day Tips & Preview (Flemington) | Tuesday 3 November

2026 Melbourne Cup Day Tips & Preview (Flemington) | Tuesday 3 November

• Craig Sheppard
The Melbourne Cup headlines Flemington’s 10-race program on Tuesday, with the Group 1 staying feature the highlight of the day. The Group 3 Darley Maribyrnong Plate and Group 3 The Hong Kong Jockey Club Stakes also feature on the card. Showers are forecast, so the track conditions will be worth monitoring. Our race analysis considers the key runners, main winning chances and betting opportunities across all 10 races. Here’s our assessment of the Flemington card. ROYAL PRESS (1) brings useful race experience into this two-year-old contest, where it can make a significant difference. The Tony & Calvin McEvoy-trained colt won…
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Doomben Tips & Preview | Tuesday 3 November

Doomben Tips & Preview | Tuesday 3 November

• Craig Sheppard
While Flemington hosts the race that stops the nation, Brisbane punters have a strong 10-race card at Doomben to enjoy this Melbourne Cup Day. The Cup has plenty of Queensland interest, with Robbie Dolan back aboard Knight’s Choice for a third tilt at the Melbourne Cup. I’ve worked through the form for my Doomben Tips, finding the key runners and best betting angles. Let’s get stuck into the card and make the most of Cup Day. SPIRIT OF TORQUE (7) remains a maiden after nine starts, but this looks a strong opportunity for her to break through. The Stu &…
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Doomben Tips & Preview | Saturday 31 October

Doomben Tips & Preview | Saturday 31 October

• Craig Sheppard
While Melbourne focuses on Victoria Derby Day, the Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival continues at Doomben with a 10-race card. Our Doomben Tips cover a meeting with testing conditions in prospect. Wednesday’s rating put the track at Heavy 10. Improving weather could bring it closer to the Soft range by race time, but it may still feel sticky. The rail sits 3m out, so early positioning could matter. Our race analysis covers the key runners, main winning chances and betting opportunities. Let’s work through the card and find some winners! GHOST GUM (1) backs up after making his debut over 1000m…
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Eagle Farm Tips & Preview | Wednesday 28 October 

Eagle Farm Tips & Preview | Wednesday 28 October 

• Craig Sheppard
Our Eagle Farm Tips cover Wednesday’s seven-race card. The track is rated a Heavy 9, with further showers possible. Expect rain-affected conditions. The rail moves to 8.5m, the same position as Saturday’s home straight. Jockeys may look down the outside as the meeting progresses in search of better going. Track position and each runner’s ability to handle the ground will be important. My race analysis looks for the mudders and those best equipped to get through the conditions across the Eagle Farm card. FLARESSENCE (8) has placed in all four career starts and brings consistent form into this race. She…
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2026 Spring Champion Stakes Day Tips & Preview (Randwick) | Saturday 24 October

2026 Spring Champion Stakes Day Tips & Preview (Randwick) | Saturday 24 October

• Craig Sheppard
Spring Champion Stakes Day at Randwick brings a 10-race card with five stakes events and plenty of storylines. Lindermann is aiming for a third straight Craven Plate win, while the Group 1 Spring Champion Stakes headlines a program that also features The Invitation, the Callander-Presnell and the Crowley Stakes. The Five Diamonds Prelude adds another point of interest. The track is rated a Good 4 and the rail is out 6m, with showers forecast throughout the week. We’ve worked through the speed maps and form to find the main winning chances and betting opportunities. TOUR DE FORCE (8) makes his…
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Eagle Farm Tips & Preview | Saturday 24 October 

Eagle Farm Tips & Preview | Saturday 24 October 

• Craig Sheppard
While the racing world turns its attention to the Ladbrokes Cox Plate, Eagle Farm is set to host a 10-race card for the Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival this Saturday. Heavy rain has forced the meeting to move from Doomben. Eagle Farm drains better, but the track is rated a Heavy 10 and the rail is out 1m. Proven heavy-track form may be an important factor. The meeting is in real danger of not going ahead. If it does, our race analysis considers the key runners, main winning chances and betting opportunities in the testing conditions. Like all but one runner…
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Geelong Cup Day Tips & Preview | Wednesday 21 October

Geelong Cup Day Tips & Preview | Wednesday 21 October

• Craig Sheppard
Our Geelong Cup Day tips cover a nine-race program led by the Group 3 Ladbrokes Geelong Cup. Past winners Torranzino and Onesmoothoperator return, with the Melbourne Cup ballot exemption on offer helping attract one of the strongest fields in recent years. The Listed Geelong Classic is another feature to assess. Geelong is rated a Good 4, and the rail is in the true position. The speed map and early positioning will be important, while the opening races should provide a useful guide to how the track is playing. Our race analysis considers the key runners, main winning chances and betting…
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