Caulfield (VIC) – Good 4
R1 – Whispering Angel Handicap (1100m, BM78 SW)
Analysis
GRACIE'S RAIN (2) has been in terrific touch this campaign with multiple metro wins and was only denied late here last time, clearly the one to beat. EXPULSION (12) resumed in style and was narrowly beaten when well supported at this track, a major threat again. ARCANDAM (9) brings winning momentum from provincial circuits and deserves respect. CASTELLAR (4) scored at Caulfield last start and remains firmly in contention.
Selections
2. Gracie's Rain (7) – $5.00
12. Expulsion (4) – $6.00
9. Arcandam (9) – $9.50
4. Castellar (6) – $4.60
R2 – Sportsbet Zeditave Stakes (1200m, Group 3)
Analysis
ESMAHLI (4) is chasing a third straight win after strong performances at Rosehill and Mornington and sets the standard. ROSBERG (2) resumes with blinkers added and profiles well fresh. DEVIL NIGHT (1) returns without blinkers and has ability to surprise. PALLATON (3) wasn’t far away first-up and can improve second run in.
Selections
4. Esmahli (5) – $12.00
2. Rosberg (6) – $2.70
- Devil Night (7) – $5.00
- Pallaton (2) – $3.70
R3 – Sportsbet Victoria Gold Cup (2000m, LR)
Analysis
TAKEN (4) has been excellent this prep with two wins from three and impressed here last time, leading hope again. IMMEDIACY (2) was a brave first-up runner-up and will relish the step up in trip. MAGNASPIN (3) is consistent at the track and can grab a placing. SUN GIFT (8) continues to race well and stays in calculations.
Selections
4. Taken (5) – $2.50
2. Immediacy (4) – $3.30
3. Magnaspin (3) – $6.00
8. Sun Gift (2) – $6.50
R4 – Stow Storage Autumn Classic (1800m, Group 2)
Analysis
ABRAFO (13) made all to break through last start and from a strong stable can measure up here. OUR CHIEF (3) has been ultra-consistent in metro company and looms large. KAYE JAY (9) is unbeaten in two starts this prep and has upside. MR EPOZINO (11) has impressed early in his career and maps ideally.
Selections
13. Abrafo (2) – $31.00
3. Our Chief (6) – $6.00
9. Kaye Jay (7) – $11.00
11. Mr Epozino (1) – $13.00
R5 – Sportsbet Angus Armanasco Stakes (1400m, Group 2 Fillies)
Analysis
SHEZA ALIBI (1) resumes after back-to-back metro wins and clearly sets the benchmark. SALTY PEARL (2) was narrowly beaten fresh and will strip fitter. MYSTERY 'N' DRAMA (5) brings winning form and can add value to exotics. JENNI GONE BONKERS (4) has solid metro credentials and shouldn’t be overlooked.
Selections
- Sheza Alibi (1) – $1.55
- Salty Pearl (3) – $6.00
- Mystery 'N' Drama (4) – $51.00
- Jenni Gone Bonkers (2) – $34.00
R6 – Catanach's Jewellers Mannerism Stakes (1400m, Group 3 Mares)
Analysis
PARADISE CITY (4) has won her past two and looks ready to take the next step. DAMASK ROSE (5) was strong fresh and rates a serious challenger. BUTTERNUT PRINCESS (10) comes off a dominant win and can measure up in town. UNTIL VALHALLA (8) was a big odds winner last time and commands respect again.
Selections
4. Paradise City (5) – $5.00
5. Damask Rose (2) – $3.10
10. Butternut Princess (4) – $81.00
8. Until Valhalla (3) – $9.50
R7 – Henley Homes Futurity Stakes (1400m, Group 1 WFA)
Analysis
TREASURETHE MOMENT (7) boasts an outstanding Caulfield record and returns fresh as the runner to beat. WATCH ME ROCK (5) resumes off a trial win and can make an impact. EVAPORATE (3) also returns in winning trial form and has upside. LEICA LUCY (9) has been well prepared and appeals for the minors.
Selections
7. Treasurethe Moment (5) – $2.00
5. Watch Me Rock (1) – $14.00
3. Evaporate (6) – $7.00
9. Leica Lucy (8) – $23.00
R8 – Sportsbet Blue Diamond Stakes (1200m, Group 1 2YO)
Analysis
GUEST HOUSE (5) has been placed in both starts and comes from a powerful yard, ideally suited here. GHANA'S AKAN (11) ran a bold race last start and is right in this. STREISAND (12) broke through stylishly and can go on with it. UNIT FIVE (1) remains unbeaten and is a live contender.
Selections
5. Guest House (2) – $5.25
11. Ghana's Akan (5) – $11.00
12. Streisand (10) – $12.00
- Unit Five (9) – $5.50
R9 – Sportsbet Oakleigh Plate (1100m, Group 1)
Analysis
GALLANT SON (13) is flying with consecutive wins at top level tracks and shapes as the one to beat. POINT BARROW (14) resumes off back-to-back victories and must be respected. HEDGED (1) has solid metro form and a good Caulfield record. SHE'S BULLETPROOF (6) returns off a trial win and profiles strongly.
Selections
13. Gallant Son (3) – $9.50
14. Point Barrow (10) – $2.70
- Hedged (5) – $23.00
- She's Bulletproof (4) – $26.00
R10 – Lamaro's Hotel Handicap (1400m, BM84)
Analysis
HARRY'S YACHT (1) continues to race well in strong company and was close up here last time, key chance. TWO WOLVES (13) is chasing a hat-trick and is hard to ignore. STEALTH OF NIGHT (12) has been ultra-consistent at metro level and must be included. NARBOLD (4) scored last start and can go on with it.
Selections
- Harry's Yacht (1) – $4.80
- Two Wolves (8) – $5.00
- Stealth Of Night (10) – $3.60
- Narbold (2) – $14.00