{"id":32846,"date":"2026-10-02T14:43:09","date_gmt":"2026-10-02T01:43:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tab.co.nz\/punters\/?p=32846"},"modified":"2026-10-02T14:43:10","modified_gmt":"2026-10-02T01:43:10","slug":"the-metropolitan-predictions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tab.co.nz\/punters\/2026\/10\/the-metropolitan-predictions\/","title":{"rendered":"The Metropolitan 2026 Tips, Predictions & Best Bets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We have The Metropolitan tips and predictions for the Group 2 2400m race at Randwick on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Metropolitan odds<\/strong><\/a> are available, and it\u2019s Aethelwulf currently dominating favouritism over a quality field of stayers.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Best Bet<\/div>\n
#7 Aethelwulf @ $2.30<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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Matthew Smith appears to have another quality stayer on his hands in Aethelwulf, who heads into Saturday\u2019s The Metropolitan chasing a fourth consecutive victory.<\/p>\n

While he steps up against a more experienced group of stayers, Aethelwulf is quickly establishing himself as one of the most exciting horses in the staying ranks. If he brings his best form to Randwick, he has every chance of producing the biggest performance of his career.<\/p>\n

The 5YO has won five of his seven starts and was particularly impressive in the Newcastle Cup, where he comfortably handled the field. The 2400m journey should suit, giving him plenty of time to settle into his work and find his rhythm.<\/p>\n

From barrier three, Zac Lloyd should be able to secure an economical run, potentially saving Aethelwulf for the business end of the race. With plenty in reserve for the final 200m, he could prove extremely difficult to run down and looks capable of delivering for punters.<\/p>\n

Randwick R7 – Asahi Super Dry Metropolitan Hcp (G2)<\/span> <\/div>
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7. Aethelwulf (3)<\/span>
55kg<\/span>51111<\/span><\/div>
J: Zac Lloyd<\/span>T: Matthew Smith<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.80<\/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: 03\/10\/2026 07:36:55 PM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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Next Best<\/div>\n
#12 Pinhole @ $11.00<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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One of the more interesting runners in the field is Pinhole, who dug deep to get the job done last week. The quick turnaround from the Waller stable is a positive sign, too.<\/p>\n

He got the better of Starzintheireyes, a highly touted type, and this 4YO son of Frankel is bred to be better than your average runner at this level. He\u2019s a younger stayer on the rise, much like Aethelwulf, but punters can get a far better price than they can about the favourite.<\/p>\n

Carrying just 53kg makes him hard to ignore, and if he gets a soft run throughout, his turn of foot could be better than most in the field. At double-figure odds, he\u2019s one to include in your The Metropolitan predictions.<\/p>\n

Randwick R7 – Asahi Super Dry Metropolitan Hcp (G2)<\/span> <\/div>
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<\/td> 12. Pinhole (13)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/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: 03\/10\/2026 07:36:55 PM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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Best Roughie<\/div>\n
#11 Mr Monaco @ $46.00<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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Mr Monaco is a runner worth including at a big price, and he could help boost payouts in a big way.<\/p>\n

He didn\u2019t fire a shot at Randwick behind The Euphrates last time out, but he doesn\u2019t often produce two poor efforts in succession, so we\u2019re predicting a much better effort in The Metropolitan.<\/p>\n

Punters get massive odds of $46, so he\u2019s unwanted in the market, but with 53.5kg, we\u2019re prepared to take the risk and include him for some value.<\/p>\n

Randwick R7 – Asahi Super Dry Metropolitan Hcp (G2)<\/span> <\/div>
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<\/td> 11. Mr Monaco (12)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/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: 03\/10\/2026 07:36:55 PM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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Punters get value odds with our The Metropolitan SRM<\/strong>, which includes our three selected runners.<\/p>\n

We have Aethelwulf to Win, Pinhole Top 3, and Mr Monaco Top 5, which pays $23.00 for our three-runner SRM.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re anchoring Aethelwulf to win, as we think he\u2019s the best horse in the race. Punters get boosted SRM odds with Pinhole and Mr Monaco, who are paying generous odds to finish in the top 3 and top 5 respectively.<\/p>\n

Randwick R7 – Asahi Super Dry Metropolitan Hcp (G2)<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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2nd<\/span><\/div>
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7. Aethelwulf (3)<\/span>
55kg<\/span>51111<\/span><\/div>
J: Zac Lloyd<\/span>T: Matthew Smith<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.80<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.35<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
<\/td> 11. Mr Monaco (12)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/td> <\/tr>
<\/td> 12. Pinhole (13)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/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: 03\/10\/2026 07:36:55 PM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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Latest The Metropolitan 2026 Odds<\/h2>\n\n\n

The Metropolitan 2026 Results<\/span><\/h2>
Randwick R7 – Asahi Super Dry Metropolitan Hcp (G2)<\/span> <\/div>
Final<\/span> Race time: <\/span> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div>
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1st<\/span><\/div>
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5. Juja Kibo (4)<\/span>
56.5kg<\/span>39×32<\/span><\/div>
J: Sam Clipperton<\/span>T: Ciaron Maher<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
5.50<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.80<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
2nd<\/span><\/div>
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7. Aethelwulf (3)<\/span>
55kg<\/span>51111<\/span><\/div>
J: Zac Lloyd<\/span>T: Matthew Smith<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.80<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.35<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
3rd<\/span><\/div>
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1. The Euphrates (1)<\/span>
59kg<\/span>17×41<\/span><\/div>
J: Tim Clark<\/span>T: Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
4.20<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
1.60<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
4th<\/span><\/div>
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4. Green Spaces (7)<\/span>
56.5kg<\/span>1×860<\/span><\/div>
J: Rachel King<\/span>T: Bjorn Baker<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
10.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
2.50<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
5th<\/span><\/div>
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10. Athabascan (6)<\/span>
54kg<\/span>545×0<\/span><\/div>
J: Jason Collett<\/span>T: John O’shea & Tom Charlton<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
91.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
10.00<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
6th<\/span><\/div>
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8. Thebudgiesmugla (9)<\/span>
55kg<\/span>61144<\/span><\/div>
J: Dylan Gibbons<\/span>T: Bjorn Baker<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
17.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
3.50<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
7th<\/span><\/div>
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2. Soul Of Spain (5)<\/span>
58.5kg<\/span>2×683<\/span><\/div>
J: James McDonald<\/span>T: Chris Waller<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
7.50<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
2.15<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
8th<\/span><\/div>
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3. Deakin (2)<\/span>
56.5kg<\/span>x5x38<\/span><\/div>
J: Kerrin Mcevoy<\/span>T: Phillip & Tommy Stokes<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
12.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
2.80<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
9th<\/span><\/div>
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13. Steel Blaze (8)<\/span>
53kg<\/span>89362<\/span><\/div>
J: Reece Jones<\/span>T: Brett Lazzarini<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
151.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
14.00<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
<\/td> 6. Valiant King (1)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/td> <\/tr>
<\/td> 9. Piggyback (7)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/td> <\/tr>
<\/td> 11. Mr Monaco (12)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/td> <\/tr>
<\/td> 12. Pinhole (13)<\/span>SCRATCHED: <\/span><\/span><\/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: 03\/10\/2026 07:36:55 PM (Pacific\/Auckland) <\/div>
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We have The Metropolitan tips and predictions for the Group 2 2400m race at Randwick on Saturday. The Metropolitan odds are available, and it\u2019s Aethelwulf currently dominating favouritism over a quality field of stayers. Matthew Smith appears to have another quality stayer on his hands in Aethelwulf, who heads into Saturday\u2019s The Metropolitan chasing a fourth consecutive victory. While he steps up against a more experienced group of stayers, Aethelwulf is quickly establishing himself as one of the most exciting horses in the staying ranks. 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