Gold Coast (Hollindale Stakes Day) Tips & Preview  | Saturday 10 May  

Gold Coast (Hollindale Stakes Day) Tips & Preview  | Saturday 10 May  

• Craig Sheppard

For the first time in three years, Hollindale Stakes Day is making its return to the Gold Coast this Saturday. The prestigious G2 Hollindale Stakes will be the highlight of a nine-race card, which also features the G3 Ken Russell Memorial Classic, G3 Gold Coast Guineas, the Listed Gold Coast Bracelet, Silk Stocking, and ATC Trophy. The Annabel & Rob Archibald stable is aiming for their fifth consecutive win in the Hollindale Stakes, showcasing a strong lineup this year. Despite the forecasted showers for the second meeting of the 2025 Queensland Racing Carnival, the excitement remains undampened! I’ve done the…

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Eagle Farm (Queensland Guineas Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 3 May

Eagle Farm (Queensland Guineas Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 3 May

• Craig Sheppard

The 2025 Queensland Racing Carnival kicks off this Saturday with Queensland Guineas Day at Eagle Farm. Over the next few months, Queensland will be the focal point of racing with numerous black-type events. This weekend features the Group 2 Queensland Guineas, the Victory Stakes, and the Listed Dalrello Stakes. I’m especially excited about a few interstate stars, including a promising youngster who could regain his star status with a win in the Victory Stakes. I’ve analysed all nine races and have listed my Eagle Farm top picks below. Race 1 – Class 3 Plate (1600 METRES) 11 Croupier Each Way…

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Warrnambool (Galleywood Hurdle Day) Tips & Preview | Wednesday 30 April

Warrnambool (Galleywood Hurdle Day) Tips & Preview | Wednesday 30 April

• Craig Sheppard

Get ready for the iconic Warrnambool May Carnival, a true marathon of excitement! Day 2, Galleywood Hurdle Day, is coming up this Wednesday. With ten thrilling races on the schedule, the day is headlined by the prestigious Galleywood Hurdle for the jumpers and the Listed Wangoom Handicap for the sprinters. I’m confident about the favourite’s chances in the jumps feature, and I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the odds of a runner from the popular Hayes stable that I rate highly later in the day. After careful consideration and in-depth analysis, here are my selections for every race at…

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Ascot (The Quokka Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 26 April

Ascot (The Quokka Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 26 April

• Craig Sheppard

Get ready for an exciting day at Ascot this Saturday! The Quokka, Perth’s richest race, headlines a ten-race program. Overpass is back, aiming for a historic third consecutive win in the $5 million feature. Other highlights include the $500k G2 Karrakatta Plate and The Joey. I’m confident in my picks for the main races, including The Quokka. My Quokka Day preview has all you need to stay ahead! Race 1 – BM72+ HANDICAP (1600 METRES) 6 Western Power Open Race time:  Western Power (6) had a tough run two starts ago, finishing fifth by 1.4 lengths after being held up…

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Eagle Farm (Brisbane Mile Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 26 April

Eagle Farm (Brisbane Mile Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 26 April

• Craig Sheppard

You can tell the Queensland Racing Carnival is right around the corner with four black-type races this Saturday at Eagle Farm and it’s all covered in our Brisbane Mile Day preview. The $300k Listed Brisbane Mile headlines the nine-race program but is ably supported by the Listed Calaway Gal, Mick Dittman Plate and Princess Stakes. Most races look a real battle for punters but I’m confident my best bet, a southern filly who gets in beautifully at the weights, can make her presence felt in the Listed Princess Stakes. I’ve laid out all the information you need below so you…

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Eagle Farm (Daybreak Lover Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 19 April

Eagle Farm (Daybreak Lover Day) Tips & Preview | Saturday 19 April

• Craig Sheppard

The 2025 Queensland Racing Carnival is just weeks away, and we get an exciting preview with two black-type races at Eagle Farm this Saturday. Our Daybreak Lover Day preview covers all the action. The ten-race program features the Listed Daybreak Lover and Ascot Handicap, set to run on an improving track that might reach the Good range, with the rail out 3m. I’m particularly excited about one of the feature races, where I believe a young horse has the potential to win a Group 1 this winter. Check out my best bets and value tips below! Race 1 – QTIS…

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Doomben Tips & Preview | Wednesday 16 April

Doomben Tips & Preview | Wednesday 16 April

• Craig Sheppard

Midweek racing at Doomben is upon us, and unfortunately, we’re dealing with another wet track. The rail is set 3m out for the entire course, and the track is currently rated a Heavy 10. However, with some fine weather, we might see some improvement. My top pick is a talented mare in race 8, who was originally scheduled to race at Saturday’s abandoned meeting. I’ve reviewed the form and highlighted my best mudder tips in Wednesday’s Doomben preview. Race 1 – QTIS Three-Year-Old Fillies Maiden Plate (1200 METRES) 2 Editing Open Race time:  Editing (2) looks tough to beat in…

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Doomben Tips & Preview | Saturday 12 April

Doomben Tips & Preview | Saturday 12 April

• Craig Sheppard

Day 2 of The Championships might be stealing the spotlight on the Australian racing calendar this Saturday, but Doomben has nine thrilling races ready to unfold—and I’ve got tips for every single one in my Doomben Preview. Rain seems to be a recurring theme in Brisbane recently, and once again, showers are in the forecast for the weekend. This likely means the track conditions will fall into the Soft range. While I’ve pinpointed several horses with solid each-way odds, my top pick—a standout—comes in race 8. I’ve done the legwork so you can simply enjoy the excitement. You’ll find my…

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