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Today, October 17, 2026Flat1m1f

Verdict

An even field will end the day over 1860m at BM56 level. LA REEL DEAL (4) won her maiden convincingly at Coleraine just over 3 weeks ago, and he will relish the step up from 1600m to 1860m here. The only query will be the 61.5kg that he has to shoulder, but we think he can win again. PRINCESS SAKIKO (10) has been thereabouts in slightly tougher fields than this recently, and with a drop in class, she should be a top 3 hope. JACKAND (5) battled away fairly well in a better class at Geelong 10 days ago, and he is better placed in this. A wide gate should not be an issue over the longer journey, and he will be hitting the line strongly. Watch for him late. Can win. MANNERHEIM (7) has been battling for form, and will have the blinkers back on for the first time this prep. Keep safe.

4. La Reel Deal
10. Princess Sakiko
5. Jackand

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5. 5. Jackand
J: DARRYL HORNER JNRT: PATRICK KEARNEY
F: 23437
Price History:
3.20
Age:
7
Weight:
2-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
58
Days Since Last Run:
10
Verdict
Most recently got back early 7th of 9 in a Bm66 at Geelong on October 7 over 1447m, slow going 3.5 len behind Bella Verona with 56.5kg at $41. The start before that 3rd of 12 in a Bm62 at Warrnambool on September 3 over 1700m, in the wet; 7 len behind Sephia with 58.5kg at $6. Struggling to break through but gets chance here.
9. 9. Bells Bighouse
J: SARAH FIELDT: JOHN ROWE
F: 82140
Price History:
4.75
Age:
8
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
60
Days Since Last Run:
8
Verdict
Most recently ran second last of 11 in a Bm66 at Ballarat on October 9 over 1600m, 3 len behind Big Rooster carrying 55.5kg at $81. The start before that 4th of 9 in a Bm56 at Hamilton on September 14 over 1600m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Cute Girl carrying 59kg at $12. Can improve on recent efforts.
10. 10. Princess Sakiko
J: JACK HILLT: SHANE JACKSON
F: 35465
Price History:
5.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
26
Verdict
Most recently 5th of 11 in a Bm62 at Warrnambool on September 21 over 1700m, 3.5 len behind Hill Cry with 56kg at $17. The run before that 6th of 12 in a Bm62 at Warrnambool on September 3 over 1700m, on heavy track; 8 len behind Sephia carrying 56.5kg at $41. In the mix.
7. 7. Mannerheim
J: TOM MADDENT: JAMIE EDWARDS
F: 76097
Price History:
7.00
Age:
6
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
22
Verdict
Last start 7th of 12 in a Bm56 at Coleraine on September 25 over 2250m, 5.5 len behind Sandastan with 61.5kg at $6.50. The start before that ran last of 9 in a Bm62 at Geelong on September 11 over 1700m, 6 len behind Johnich carrying 59.5kg at $20. Well placed in this line-up and can improve.
6. 6. Rebels Idol
J: CAMPBELL RAWILLERT: JANE DUNCAN
F: 0x518
Price History:
8.50
Age:
6
Weight:
2-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
58
Days Since Last Run:
40
Verdict
Returns from a 40-day let-up. At the latest run 8th of 12 in a Bm56 at Tatura on September 7 over 1600m, slow going 5 len behind Rogue Warrior with 61.5kg at $31. The start before that scored a big 4 len win in a Mdn-Sw at Murtoa on August 21 over 1600m in heavy going defeating Black Hex with 59.5kg at $41. Prefer to see him back in form.
8. 8. Semper Fortis
J: DYLAN DUNNT: SYMON WILDE
F: x9600
Price History:
9.50
Age:
8
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
57
Days Since Last Run:
22
Verdict
Last start 10th of 12 in a Bm56 at Coleraine on September 25 over 2250m, 11 len behind Sandastan with 61.5kg at $8. Before that ran second last of 12 in a Bm62 at Warrnambool on September 3 over 2350m, on heavy track; 12 len behind Motiver with 59.5kg at $6. Nicely placed to bounce back.
11. 11. Whistler Girl
J: CARLEEN HEFELT: AARON PETERSON
F: 34318
Price History:
9.50
Age:
7
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
56
Days Since Last Run:
10
Verdict
Most recently 8th of 15 in a 0-56 at Mt Gambier on October 7 over 1550m, 5 len behind Urbanise carrying 58kg at $15. The run before that won by 2.25 len in a Bm56 at Coleraine on September 25 over 1800m defeating Cool Star with 56kg at $4.40. Not keen on her chances.
4. 4. La Reel Deal
J: JACK MARTINT: MITCHELL FREEDMAN
F: x5051
Price History:
15.00
Age:
4
Weight:
2-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
59
Days Since Last Run:
22
Verdict
Last start won by 2.25 len in a Mdn-Sw at Coleraine on September 25 over 1600m defeating Miss Delightful carrying 59.5kg at $13. The start before that got back early 5th of 10 in a Mdn-Sw at Murtoa on August 21 over 1600m, in the wet; 6 len behind Rebel's Idol carrying 59.5kg at $15. Has upside and is a serious prospect in this line-up.
2. 2. Last Raider
J: JADE SMITHT: DOUG WHITWORTH
F: 38x8x
Price History:
21.00
Age:
7
Weight:
2-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
60
Days Since Last Run:
183
Verdict
Back from a long spell. Finished off last preparation settled back and ran on when 8th of 11 in a Bm56 at Stawell on April 17 over 2000m, 8 len behind Patsy's Star carrying 59kg at $17. When resuming last campaign 3rd of 8 in a Bm66 at Morphettville on May 3 2025 over 2009m, 3.5 len behind Party Crasher carrying 59kg at $17. See how he returns.
1. 1. Baby Rider
J: VALENTIN LE BOEUFT: HELEN BURNS
F: 0x907
Price History:
34.00
Age:
8
Weight:
2-0
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
60
Days Since Last Run:
11
Verdict
Most recently sat behind the speed prior to fading ran second last of 8 in a Bm62 at Mildura on October 6 over 1900m, 12 len behind Verona Rupes with 60kg at $51. The start before that 11th of 13 in a Bm62 at Swan Hill on September 22 over 1600m, 10 len behind Sound Of Jura with 58kg at $101. Won't figure in the finish.

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