{"id":27118,"date":"2026-03-18T08:50:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T19:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tab.co.nz\/punters\/?p=27118"},"modified":"2026-03-18T09:10:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T20:10:51","slug":"doomben-tips-preview-wednesday-18-march","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tab.co.nz\/punters\/2026\/03\/doomben-tips-preview-wednesday-18-march\/","title":{"rendered":"Doomben Tips & Preview | Wednesday 18 March\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Wednesday\u2019s meeting at Doomben features an eight-race card and conditions should gradually improve as the afternoon progresses with the surface continuing to dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even so, the track is expected to remain within the soft range, which should provide a fair surface for all runners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The rail is positioned 11 metres out, a placement that generally favours runners who can settle on or near the speed, so those able to take up forward positions may hold an advantage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s get into the preview and try to uncover a few winners.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Race 1 – BECOME A BRC MEMBER Maiden Plate (2070 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 11 Isla Delilah <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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ISLA DELILAH (11)<\/strong> looks ready to break through after finishing in the placings in each of her last four outings.<\/p>\n

The Chris & Corey Munce-trained filly was prominent in the run last start over 2200m at Ipswich and appeared headed in the straight before rallying bravely to finish third, beaten only a head.<\/p>\n

Blinkers come off for the first time and she\u2019ll carry just 54kg with Ben Osmond\u2019s claim.<\/p>\n

Despite the wide barrier, the apprentice should be able to push forward early and settle in a handy position.<\/p>\n

Selections: 11-9-2-5<\/p>\n

Doomben R1 – Become A Brc Member Maiden Plate<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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6th<\/span><\/div>
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11. Isla Delilah (10)<\/span>
55.5kg<\/span>53323<\/span><\/div>
J: Benjamin Osmond<\/span>T: Chris & Corey Munce<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
4.20<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.75<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 23\/09\/2026 11:44:49 PM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 1<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 2 – GALLOPERS SPORTS CLUB Maiden Plate (1200 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 11 Reconciliate <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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RECONCILIATE (11)<\/strong> has produced mixed performances but if she can repeat her latest effort she will be right in the finish.<\/p>\n

A strong trial victory ahead of her last run suggested the Tony Gollan-trained filly had put two poor performances behind her, and she confirmed that by charging home over 1110m here despite covering ground to finish just under three lengths second.<\/p>\n

She\u2019s at peak fitness now and the slight step up in distance appears suitable.<\/p>\n

Angela Jones should have her settling in a positive position early.<\/p>\n

Selections: 11-5-1-3<\/p>\n

Doomben R2 – Gallopers Sports Club Maiden Plate<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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5th<\/span><\/div>
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11. Reconciliate (6)<\/span>
55.5kg<\/span>x2002<\/span><\/div>
J: Angela Jones<\/span>T: Tony Gollan<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.50<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.22<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 28\/09\/2026 11:17:34 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 2<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 3 – SKY RACING Class 5 Handicap (1660 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 4 Laridae <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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LARIDAE (4)<\/strong> comes into this race in excellent form and looks well placed to record another victory.<\/p>\n

The Danny Bougoure-trained gelding finished strongly two starts ago over the mile here when beaten three-quarters of a length by the in-form The Wheelbarrow.<\/p>\n

He went one better last start over this course and distance, producing the fastest closing 600m and 200m splits to score impressively.<\/p>\n

This looks no tougher and he again benefits from a light weight of 53.5kg following Chelsea Baker\u2019s claim.<\/p>\n

Selections: 4-2-6-3<\/p>\n

Doomben R3 – Sky Racing Handicap (C5)<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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3rd<\/span><\/div>
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4. Laridae (1)<\/span>
56.5kg<\/span>56421<\/span><\/div>
J: Chelsea Baker<\/span>T: Danny J Bougoure<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
3.30<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.35<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 28\/09\/2026 11:17:35 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 3<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 4 – RACECOURSE VILLAGE Colts, Geldings and Entires Class 3 Handicap (1350 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 3 Superhero <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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SUPERHERO (3)<\/strong> made an encouraging return from a 32-week spell when resuming over 1200m here.<\/p>\n

The Annabel & Rob Archibald-trained gelding settled near the rear before launching a powerful late surge to miss by the narrowest of margins.<\/p>\n

He will take improvement from that run and the rise to 1350m suits given he has previously won second-up over this trip.<\/p>\n

Although the field is small, there looks to be good early speed which should allow him to settle just off the pace before finishing strongly.<\/p>\n

Selections: 3-1-4-7<\/p>\n

Doomben R4 – Racecourse Village CG&E’s Handicap (C3)<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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8th<\/span><\/div>
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3. Superhero (3)<\/span>
58kg<\/span>241×2<\/span><\/div>
J: Ben Thompson<\/span>T: Annabel & Rob Archibald<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.40<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.20<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 28\/09\/2026 11:17:36 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 4<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 5 – SUNSET SOIREE 20 MARCH QTIS Three-Year-Old Maiden Plate (1350 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 10 Geitz <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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This is a tricky race to assess, but Geitz (10)<\/strong> gets the nod, albeit without great confidence.<\/p>\n

The Team Sears-trained filly finished strongly from the back of the field last start to run second, beaten 2.37 lengths over 1200m at the Gold Coast.<\/p>\n

That effort marked her second runner-up finish from three career starts.<\/p>\n

She has been finishing her races off well, so the extra distance should suit and with limited speed expected she could settle closer to the action.<\/p>\n

Selections: 10-8-2-7<\/p>\n

Doomben R5 – Sunset Soiree 20 March Qtis 3yo Maiden Plate<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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4th<\/span><\/div>
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10. Geitz (10)<\/span>
56kg<\/span>x4242<\/span><\/div>
J: Jace Mcmurray<\/span>T: Tony & Maddysen Sears<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
6.50<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
2.30<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 28\/09\/2026 11:17:37 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 5<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 6 – XXXX GOLD Fillies and Mares Class 3 Handicap (1350 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 5 Cordina <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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CORDINA (5)<\/strong> performed well in her first appearance for trainer David Vandyke.<\/p>\n

The I Am Invincible mare finished off nicely over 1200m to run 3.2 lengths third, with jockey Mark Du Plessis indicating a change of bit may help \u2014 a gear adjustment that has been applied for this run.<\/p>\n

Previously trained by Ciaron Maher, she arrived with winning form after scoring at Nowra over 1400m two starts ago, suggesting the step up in distance is ideal.<\/p>\n

From the inside draw, \u2018Two Plus Three\u2019 should be able to position her prominently and give her every opportunity.<\/p>\n

Selections: 5-4-6-7<\/p>\n

Doomben R6 – Xxxx Gold Fillies And Mares Handicap (C3)<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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3rd<\/span><\/div>
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5. Cordina (2)<\/span>
56.5kg<\/span>86313<\/span><\/div>
J: Mark Du Plessis<\/span>T: David Vandyke<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
3.70<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.50<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 28\/09\/2026 11:17:38 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 6<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 7 – MAGIC MILLIONS DIGITAL QTIS Three-Year-Old & Four-Year-Old BENCHMARK 70 Handicap (1200 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 9 Marunouchi <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Tip of The Day<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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MARUNOUCHI (9)<\/strong> carries the same colours as stable star Antino and, like her talented stablemate, she made a winning debut.<\/p>\n

The Tony Gollan-trained filly enjoyed a favourable run over 1200m here before producing a strong turn of foot to pull away and score by 3.23 lengths.<\/p>\n

She appeared to have plenty left in reserve, so the rise in class shouldn\u2019t pose too much of a concern.<\/p>\n

Ben Thompson keeps the ride and should secure a comfortable run from the inside barrier.<\/p>\n

Selections: 9-3-4-8<\/p>\n

Doomben R7 – Magic Millions Digital Qtis 3&4yo Handicap (Bm70)<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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6th<\/span><\/div>
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9. Marunouchi (1)<\/span>
54kg<\/span>1<\/span><\/div>
J: Ben Thompson<\/span>T: Tony Gollan<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
1.80<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.12<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 28\/09\/2026 11:17:39 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 7<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 8 – LADBROKES BET TICKER BENCHMARK 68 Handicap (2070 METRES) <\/div>\n
No. 6 Tenbury Wells <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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TENBURY WELLS (6)<\/strong> had legitimate excuses when making his first appearance for the Munce stable.<\/p>\n

The Fastnet Rock gelding suffered heat stress but still managed to close off well from near the rear to finish 4.21 lengths fifth over 1800m at Eagle Farm.<\/p>\n

He was also second-up after a month between runs, so he should take improvement from that effort.<\/p>\n

Martin Harley\u2019s sole ride on the program comes here and the experienced Irish jockey should be able to provide a patient and economical ride from the inside draw.<\/p>\n

Selections: 6-7-3-4<\/p>\n

Doomben R8 – Ladbrokes Bet Ticker Handicap (Bm68)<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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7th<\/span><\/div>
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6. Tenbury Wells (2)<\/span>
57.5kg<\/span>44495<\/span><\/div>
J: Martin Harley<\/span>T: Chris & Corey Munce<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.15<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.24<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.tab.co.nz\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 28\/09\/2026 11:17:40 AM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n View Results: Doomben Race 8<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Wednesday\u2019s meeting at Doomben features an eight-race card and conditions should gradually improve as the afternoon progresses with the surface continuing to dry. Even so, the track is expected to remain within the soft range, which should provide a fair surface for all runners. The rail is positioned 11 metres out, a placement that generally favours runners who can settle on or near the speed, so those able to take up forward positions may hold an advantage. Let\u2019s get into the preview and try to uncover a few winners. Race 1 – BECOME A BRC MEMBER Maiden Plate (2070 METRES)…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":17081,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[16,36],"tags":[582],"hub_post_cat":[3],"class_list":["post-27118","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-horse-racing","category-horse-racing-tips","tag-racing-tips"],"acf":{"md_tip_date":"29\/06\/2024 12:00 am","md_tip_date_end":"","md_market_url":"","tip_date":"29\/06\/2024 12:00 am","event_country":"New Zealand","race_card_tips":[{"author_id":"5","race_id":"e53f7449-a84f-4ef2-86a6-6cbf3252a383","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"58b60b2c-b5d8-4893-92cd-3c04ea31f3ea"}],"summary":"ISLA DELILAH (11) looks ready to break through after finishing in the placings in each of her last four outings. The Chris & Corey Munce-trained filly was prominent in the run last start over 2200m at Ipswich and appeared headed in the straight before rallying bravely to finish third, beaten only a head. Blinkers come off for the first time and she\u2019ll carry just 54kg with Ben Osmond\u2019s claim. Despite the wide barrier, the apprentice should be able to push forward early and settle in a handy position. Selections: 11-9-2-5"}]},{"author_id":"5","race_id":"04c2f090-3ad6-4a08-ad68-400cbc7ad757","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"36f87c37-698f-4d98-a215-9f45300fc226"}],"summary":"RECONCILIATE (11) has produced mixed performances but if she can repeat her latest effort she will be right in the finish. A strong trial victory ahead of her last run suggested the Tony Gollan-trained filly had put two poor performances behind her, and she confirmed that by charging home over 1110m here despite covering ground to finish just under three lengths second. 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The Team Sears-trained filly finished strongly from the back of the field last start to run second, beaten 2.37 lengths over 1200m at the Gold Coast. That effort marked her second runner-up finish from three career starts. She has been finishing her races off well, so the extra distance should suit and with limited speed expected she could settle closer to the action. Selections: 10-8-2-7"}]},{"author_id":"5","race_id":"4b8b84aa-24b1-43cf-9f34-8b18226aa3af","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"715a040d-5679-436e-b0b6-babd35e569fe"}],"summary":"CORDINA (5) performed well in her first appearance for trainer David Vandyke. The I Am Invincible mare finished off nicely over 1200m to run 3.2 lengths third, with jockey Mark Du Plessis indicating a change of bit may help \u2014 a gear adjustment that has been applied for this run. Previously trained by Ciaron Maher, she arrived with winning form after scoring at Nowra over 1400m two starts ago, suggesting the step up in distance is ideal. From the inside draw, \u2018Two Plus Three\u2019 should be able to position her prominently and give her every opportunity. Selections: 5-4-6-7"}]},{"author_id":"5","race_id":"5854681c-353f-41e7-893d-d2ece5992972","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"941f7ca5-5add-4462-a9fa-fd1778ef4d25"}],"summary":"MARUNOUCHI (9) carries the same colours as stable star Antino and, like her talented stablemate, she made a winning debut. The Tony Gollan-trained filly enjoyed a favourable run over 1200m here before producing a strong turn of foot to pull away and score by 3.23 lengths. She appeared to have plenty left in reserve, so the rise in class shouldn\u2019t pose too much of a concern. Ben Thompson keeps the ride and should secure a comfortable run from the inside barrier. 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