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R6 Cirka Melbourne Cup Carnival Country Final (Bm80) 2026 odds

Flemington race 6, Thursday 5 November 2026, 3:55 pm AEDT. Thoroughbreds · 1600m · $500,000 · Soft 5 · Overcast

Result

1st 9. Sulek
2nd 14. Wetumpka
3rd 5. Rosa Aotearoa
4th 13. Our Justify

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9. Sulek(10) · Billy Egan · T: Dominic Sutton · 56kg · 357x436x41

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Sulek

Barrier 10 · Jockey Billy Egan · Trainer Dominic Sutton · 56kg · Form 357x436x41

Model win 6.72 · place 2.68

Was eating up the ground late to win last start at Geelong and on an upward trajectory in recent races. Solid claims.

Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up came home strongly from last on the turn; 4th of 8 in a Bm66 at Ballarat on September 30 over 1200m, 3 len behind Aurora Belle with 60.5kg at $3.20. Last start ran on from midfield and won by a head in a Mcc Heat (Qc) at Geelong on October 21 over 1500m defeating Yam with 54.5kg at $4.40. Profiles nicely. Strong win last time and will be hard to hold out.

Got back in a race not run to suit when fancied first up, doing well finding winning form second up. Should continue to progress.

Third-up after winning the Geelong BM78, getting clear late after being held up near the 400m. The mile suits this in-form closer; hard to beat.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
1/11	21 Oct 26	Geelong	1500m	BM78	0.2L
4/8	30 Sept 26	Ballarat	1200m	BM66	3.2L
6/11	16 May 26	Flemington	1400m	OPEN	4.4L
3/11	2 May 26	Bendigo	1400m	OPEN	0.5L
4/6	16 Apr 26	Pakenham	1200m	BM64	3.8L
7/10	15 Nov 25	Caulfield	1600m	OPEN	8.4L

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13. Our Justify(5) · Daniel Stackhouse · T: Jerome Hunter · 54.5kg · 210x232211

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Our Justify

Barrier 5 · Jockey Daniel Stackhouse · Trainer Jerome Hunter · 54.5kg · Form 210x232211

Model win 7.90 · place 2.99

Romped home to win last start at Bendigo but up in class. Keeping a perfect win record the last 2 runs and dropping weight. Can win this.

Chasing a hat-trick. Comes here off a 32-day let-up. Last start favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 1.3 len in a Bm66 at Bendigo on October 4 over 1600m on a rain affected track defeating Koyuga Rip carrying 59kg at $2.60. The race before that favourite; ran on from midfield and won by 1.3 len in a Bm66 at Bendigo on September 20 over 1400m defeating Shaalute carrying 57kg at $2.50. Well placed. Flying and sets up very well, go close.

Has come up very well winning last two, successful in a Mornington jump-out since. Respect again.

Seventh-up after consecutive BM66 wins, the latest by 1.3 lengths over 1600m. The weight drops 4.5kg from last start, but the jump to BM80 is sharp; still a serious chance.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
1/12	4 Oct 26	Bendigo	1600m	BM66	1.3L
1/10	20 Sept 26	Bendigo	1400m	BM66	1.3L
2/12	30 July 26	Bendigo	1400m	BM62	0.3L
2/9	19 July 26	Seymour	1300m	BM62	0.8L
3/9	27 June 26	Caulfield	1200m	OPEN	0.6L
2/11	8 June 26	Mornington	1200m	BM70	0.5L

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4. Bel Mezyaan(8) · Craig Newitt · T: Jerome Hunter · 57kg · 3113234x1

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Bel Mezyaan

Barrier 8 · Jockey Craig Newitt · Trainer Jerome Hunter · 57kg · Form 3113234x1

Model win 8.33 · place 3.10

Racing on a quick back up. Rounded them up when winning last start at Bendigo. Craig Newitt and Jerome Hunter are usually competitive when they team up. Good enough chance at a very tempting price.

Second run back. First-up after five months favourite; won by a long-neck in a Bm78 at Bendigo on October 28 over 1400m defeating Rosa Aotearoa carrying 55.5kg at $2.90. Previously second-up favourite; won by 2.75 len in a Mdn-Sw at Ballarat on February 14 over 1200m defeating Incontestable carrying 59kg at $1.70. Tough win fresh and should improve again to a mile.

Sent out favourite when resuming at Bendigo, winning in the style of a horse with more to offer. Again hard to beat.

Second-up after a narrow BM78 win over 1400m at Bendigo, with the mile within range. The backmarker map requires a clear passage, but the latest form makes a strong case.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
1/14	28 Oct 26	Bendigo	1400m	BM78	0.4L
4/12	6 June 26	Flemington	1600m	Qlty	2.5L
3/8	30 May 26	Caulfield	1400m	OPEN	1.1L
2/11	2 May 26	Bendigo	1400m	OPEN	0.4L
3/8	15 Apr 26	Sandown-Lakeside	1200m	BM66	2.3L
1/9	25 Feb 26	Sandown-Hillside	1500m	BM64	0.3L

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5. Rosa Aotearoa(7) · Mark Zahra · T: Reece Goodwin · 57kg · 21x1153x82

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Rosa Aotearoa

Barrier 7 · Jockey Mark Zahra · Trainer Reece Goodwin · 57kg · Form 21x1153x82

Model win 9.04 · place 3.29

Backing up quickly for this race. Right up there last start at Bendigo. Should muster plenty of early speed. Definite winning chance.

Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up sat on the speed throughout before fading 8th of 13 in a Bm78 at Caulfield on October 14 over 1100m, 2.5 len behind Sweethearted carrying 58kg at $12. Second run from a spell sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 14 in a Bm78 at Bendigo on October 28 over 1400m, long-neck behind Bel Mezyaan carrying 57.5kg at $4.40. Racing well, 1600m looks okay off last time.

Covered ground when resuming and was much better up, game on pace behind a nice type. Good each-way claims again.

Now third-up after finishing runner-up by 0.4 lengths in the Bendigo BM78 last start. Maps on pace and brings recent form that should carry to 1600m; a major winning chance.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
2/14	28 Oct 26	Bendigo	1400m	BM78	0.4L
8/13	14 Oct 26	Caulfield	1100m	BM78	2.6L
3/14	20 June 26	Flemington	1420m	BM84	2.7L
5/11	6 June 26	Flemington	1200m	BM84	4.9L
1/11	2 May 26	Bendigo	1300m	BM70	0.5L
1/7	8 Apr 26	Sale	1206m	BM62	1.8L

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1. Yam(17) · Damian Lane · T: Craig Weeding · 59.5kg · 2x212717x2

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Yam

Barrier 17 · Jockey Damian Lane · Trainer Craig Weeding · 59.5kg · Form 2x212717x2

Model win 10.52 · place 3.66

Right in contention last start at Geelong. Likely to be well placed early. Needs to find a lot more.

Second-up. First-up after three months held ground to the line 2nd of 11 in a Mcc Heat (Qc) at Geelong on October 21 over 1500m, head behind Sulek with 60.5kg at $19. Previously second-up won by 1.0 len in a Cg&E Bm66 at Caulfield Heath on May 27 over 1500m on a rain affected track defeating Dantooine with 60.5kg at $4.60. Fitter now and warrants respect with Lane on.

Run down only late by a horse with 6kg less when resuming and was in metro winning form second up last prep. Go well.

Second-up after chasing the winner home for second in the Geelong BM78, beaten 0.2 lengths over 1500m. Maps on pace for the mile and remains a strong contender.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
2/11	21 Oct 26	Geelong	1500m	BM78	0.2L
7/11	25 July 26	Randwick	1800m	BM78	4.7L
1/12	12 July 26	Narrandera	1600m	OPEN	1.8L
7/15	27 June 26	Rosehill	1500m	BM88	2.3L
2/10	6 June 26	MorphettvilleParks	1550m	BM76	1.5L
1/11	27 May 26	CaulfieldHeath	1500m	BM66	1.0L

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14. Wetumpka(18) · Jamie Melham · T: Peter Gelagotis · 54kg · x28134x132

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Wetumpka

Barrier 18 · Jockey Jamie Melham · Trainer Peter Gelagotis · 54kg · Form x28134x132

Model win 11.14 · place 3.82

Missed by a narrow margin last run at Sale and gets some weight taken off. Been in the money each start this campaign. Good chance in this.

Recent form sound. Most recently made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 9 in a Bm70 at Sale on October 25 over 1400m, on rain affected going; long-neck behind Kahhof with 58.5kg at $2.90. Before that held ground to the line 3rd of 13 in a Bm70 at Seymour on October 11 over 1400m, on a slow track; 0.9 len behind Lofty Thoughts with 58.5kg at $2.45. Profiles well, just needs some luck from out there.

Visors go on here. Impressive when resuming and sound in the placings at the two runs since. Should not be far away as usual.

Fourth run of the prep after two placings, including a close second in a BM70 at Sale over 1400m last start. BM80 and 1600m present a stronger test; place claims.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
2/9	25 Oct 26	Sale	1400m	BM70	0.4L
3/13	11 Oct 26	Seymour	1400m	BM70	0.9L
1/10	13 Sept 26	Sale	1206m	BM62	2.8L
4/10	6 Apr 26	Sandown-Lakeside	1600m	BM66	4.8L
3/16	14 Mar 26	Caulfield	1600m	OPEN	4.3L
1/4	1 Mar 26	Sale	1427m	MDN	0.1L

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8. Lofty Thoughts(19) · James Mc Donald · T: Alex Rae · 56kg · 1x29x33211

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Lofty Thoughts

Barrier 19 · Jockey James Mc Donald · Trainer Alex Rae · 56kg · Form 1x29x33211

Model win 13.07 · place 4.29

Finished well when winning last start at Seymour. Maintaining a perfect record the last 2 starts. Jockey James Mcdonald rates highly aboard. Forward showing expected.

Form hard to fault. At the latest run ran on from midfield and won by a long-neck in a Bm70 at Seymour on October 11 over 1400m on a rain affected track defeating Flying Mikki with 58.5kg at $13. Before that won by a long-neck in a Bm62 at Sale on August 21 over 1400m on a soft track defeating Earthing with 60.5kg at $2.45. Jumps in distance and faces a tougher assignment this time but you can't knock winning form.

Honest gelding ready for first try at this trip. Big effort after racing greenly at Sale, tracking wide turning last time. Include again.

Sixth-up after consecutive wins over 1400m, latest in a BM70 at Seymour. The wide draw and rise to BM80 test the winning sequence, although recent form warrants respect.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
1/13	11 Oct 26	Seymour	1400m	BM70	0.4L
1/11	21 Aug 26	Sale	1400m	BM62	0.4L
2/14	26 July 26	Sale	1400m	BM62	0.5L
3/11	9 July 26	Sale	1213m	BM62	1.2L
3/13	13 June 26	MurrayBridge	1100m	CL1	0.3L
9/9	18 Oct 25	Caulfield	1400m	OPEN	8.2L

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3. Spirited Defence(11) · William Pike · T: Andrew Noblet · 57.5kg · x65x144103

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Spirited Defence

Barrier 11 · Jockey William Pike · Trainer Andrew Noblet · 57.5kg · Form x65x144103

Model win 20.72 · place 6.03

Backs up quickly. Improved to place when 3rd beaten by 1 1/2L last time at Bendigo. Will be a tough ask.

At the latest run ran on from midfield; 3rd of 14 in a Bm78 at Bendigo on October 28 over 1400m, 1.5 len behind Bel Mezyaan carrying 58.5kg at $17. The start before that 11th of 14 in a Bm78 at Sandown-Hillside on September 9 over 1400m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Buccleuch carrying 59kg at $21. In the each way mix off last start.

Has been up for a while but just keeps racing well - no luck two starts ago and sound to the line last time. Each-way show again.

Well into the prep after a third in the Bendigo BM78, beaten 1.6 lengths, having earlier won a BM78 on the synthetic this prep. A likely solid tempo gives the backmarker a target; strong claims.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
3/14	28 Oct 26	Bendigo	1400m	BM78	1.6L
11/14	9 Sept 26	Sandown-Hillside	1400m	BM78	6.0L
1/9	25 Aug 26	BallaratSynthetic	1500m	BM78	2.3L
4/9	6 Aug 26	BallaratSynthetic	1200m	BM70	1.2L
4/12	20 July 26	PakenhamSynthetic	1200m	BM70	4.6L
1/11	30 June 26	BallaratSynthetic	1200m	BM70	2.0L

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10. Flying Mikki(15) · Ben Melham · T: David Noonan · 55.5kg · 9816320625

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Flying Mikki

Barrier 15 · Jockey Ben Melham · Trainer David Noonan · 55.5kg · Form 9816320625

Model win 20.34 · place 5.95

Was $8.50 and crept into 5th last start at Sale and will benefit with the weight drop. Likely to get back in the run. Could be in the mix.

At the latest run from last on the turn 5th of 9 in a Bm70 at Sale on October 25 over 1400m, on heavy track; 2 len behind Kahhof with 60.5kg at $8.50. The race before that 2nd of 13 in a Bm70 at Seymour on October 11 over 1400m, slow going long-neck behind Lofty Thoughts carrying 60.5kg at $21. Going okay but place best.

Horse is flying. Big runs wrong part of track last two starts. Previous 1600m inconclusive. B Melham on. Overs

Got too far back off a slow start at Sale and was very strong to the line. Do not overlook.

Well into the campaign after finishing fifth at Sale, having placed second in a BM70 at Seymour earlier in October. The 1600m is suitable, but recent performances have been uneven and improvement is required.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
5/9	25 Oct 26	Sale	1400m	BM70	2.0L
2/13	11 Oct 26	Seymour	1400m	BM70	0.4L
6/11	26 Sept 26	Mornington	1200m	BM70	2.1L
12/14	1 Aug 26	Flemington	1410m	BM74	7.0L
2/11	22 July 26	Sandown-Hillside	1400m	BM70	1.5L
3/13	1 July 26	Sandown-Lakeside	1400m	BM74	1.8L

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12. Naraghi(1) · Alana Kelly · T: Liam Howley · 54.5kg · 53x21530x1

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Naraghi

Barrier 1 · Jockey Alana Kelly · Trainer Liam Howley · 54.5kg · Form 53x21530x1

Model win 25.70 · place 7.09

Ran on hard when winning last time at Horsham and has a nice advantage with a good alley. Racing in stronger company. Entitled to be a big price.

Second run back. First-up after six months raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by a head in a Bm70 at Horsham on October 18 over 1400m defeating Endless Summer carrying 57kg at $26. Previously second-up won by 1.5 len in a Mdn-Sw at Wangaratta on February 28 over 1590m defeating Kings Domain with 57kg at $5.50. Other lead ups stronger.

Competitive in stakes company earlier in the year and just too strong when resuming. Looks ready to go on with it.

Second-up after a 0.2-length win in the Horsham BM70 over 1400m. Looks the leader again on paper, but the step to BM80 and a mile asks more.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
1/12	18 Oct 26	Horsham	1400m	BM70	0.2L
15/16	25 Apr 26	Morphettville	2000m	OPEN	10.0L
3/16	11 Apr 26	Morphettville	1800m	OPEN	4.3L
5/8	7 Mar 26	Flemington	1600m	OPEN	9.0L
1/10	28 Feb 26	Wangaratta	1590m	MDN	1.5L
2/9	12 Feb 26	Pakenham	1600m	MDN	1.8L

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6. Big Rooster(2) · Jack Hill · T: Symon Wilde · 56kg · 4x15319411

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Barrier 2 · Jockey Jack Hill · Trainer Symon Wilde · 56kg · Form 4x15319411

Model win 32.83 · place 8.53

Picked up late to win last start at Ballarat and gets a favourable alley. On a winning streak the last 2 attempts but matched against a stronger field. Suggest watching.

Last start ran on from midfield and won by 0.8 len in a Bm66 at Ballarat on October 9 over 1600m defeating Aka Daka with 60.5kg at $10. The run before that won by a nose in a Bm62 at Warrnambool on August 20 over 1400m on a heavy track defeating Terralight carrying 60.5kg at $5.50. Going well but prepared to risk this time.

Has done well winning on differing surfaces at last two starts and confidence levels will be high. Consider again.

Ninth-up after back-to-back wins over 1400m and 1600m, most recently taking out a BM66 at Ballarat. The jump to BM80 is substantial, and the surrounding figures remain modest; a tough task.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
1/11	9 Oct 26	Ballarat	1600m	BM66	0.8L
1/14	20 Aug 26	Warrnambool	1400m	BM62	0.1L
4/11	23 July 26	Warrnambool	1700m	BM62	8.8L
9/11	4 July 26	MurrayBridge	1600m	BM0-68	5.3L
1/11	12 June 26	Ballarat	1500m	BM0-62	2.0L
3/6	26 May 26	Hamilton	1200m	BM0-62	2.3L

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11. Endless Summer(16) · John Allen · T: Andrew Bobbin · 54.5kg · 8x4x5x2422

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Endless Summer

Barrier 16 · Jockey John Allen · Trainer Andrew Bobbin · 54.5kg · Form 8x4x5x2422

Model win 47.64 · place 11.33

Narrowly denied a win last run at Horsham but facing a stronger grade. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Interesting gear change of winkers on first time. Overlook from a betting angle.

Form hard to fault. Most recently tried to lead throughout but was claimed late 2nd of 12 in a Bm70 at Horsham on October 18 over 1400m, head behind Naraghi carrying 59.5kg at $5.50. The start before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 9 in a Cl1 at Bendigo on September 20 over 1300m, 1.0 len behind Bella Verona with 61kg at $6.50. Near miss last start. Rough hope at best.

Winkers go on here. Solid on pace fresh at Bendigo, wobbling off the rails giving the winner the run at Horsham. Should be honest again.

Five runs into the campaign after consecutive seconds, most recently at Horsham in a BM70 over 1400m. The on-pace map is favourable, but the rise to BM80 is the key hurdle; place claims.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
2/12	18 Oct 26	Horsham	1400m	BM70	0.2L
2/9	20 Sept 26	Bendigo	1300m	CL1	1.0L
4/12	30 July 26	Bendigo	1300m	CL1	1.8L
2/6	12 July 26	BallaratSynthetic	1200m	CL1	0.4L
5/9	27 Apr 26	RandwickKensington	1250m	BM72	3.1L
4/15	13 July 25	FukushimaDirt	1150m	ALLOW	2.3L

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2. Rich Champagne(9) · Teodore Nugent · T: Andrew Bobbin · 58kg · 1656x537x1

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Rich Champagne

Barrier 9 · Jockey Teodore Nugent · Trainer Andrew Bobbin · 58kg · Form 1656x537x1

Model win 67.08 · place 14.70

Ran over the top of them when winning last run at Hamilton but facing a stronger group of contenders. Should jump out and bowl along. A difficult test here.

Second run back. First-up after six months ran on from midfield and won by 1.75 len in a Bm70 at Hamilton on October 10 over 1600m on a soft track defeating Blazing Sword carrying 60.5kg at $21. Previously second-up made ground from midfield; 3rd of 10 in a Mdn Hdle-Sw at Hamilton on April 7 over 3200m, slow going 1.3 len behind Eye For An Eye with 69.5kg at $8. This might prove too tough.

Jumper who did a good job finding winning form at first run since April. Can race well second up, consider again.

Second-up following a 1.8-length win in the Hamilton BM70 over this trip. The rise to BM80 is significant, and another step forward is needed to feature.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
1/13	10 Oct 26	Hamilton	1600m	BM70	1.8L
7/10	19 Apr 26	Terang	3200m	MDN HDLE	44.5L
3/10	7 Apr 26	Hamilton	3200m	MDN HDLE	1.3L
5/7	7 Mar 26	Edenhope	2000m	OPEN	6.5L
6/8	27 Dec 25	Cranbourne	2025m	BM74	6.1L
5/9	6 Dec 25	MorphettvilleParks	2400m	BM80	2.9L

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7. Blazing Sword(20) · Blake Shinn · T: Tim Fitzsimmons · 56kg · 138x089232

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Blazing Sword

Barrier 20 · Jockey Blake Shinn · Trainer Tim Fitzsimmons · 56kg · Form 138x089232

Model win 72.08 · place 15.53

Solid effort when placing 2nd last time at Hamilton but competing in a higher grade. Dropping weight. Can't leave out of your calculations.

At the latest run raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 13 in a Bm70 at Hamilton on October 10 over 1600m, slow going 1.75 len behind Rich Champagne with 61kg at $10. The start before that ran second last in a small field in a Bm82 at Corowa on September 14 over 1600m, 2.5 len behind Triptolemus with 62.5kg at $3.50. Looking elsewhere.

Blinkers went on last time, off here with visors first time. Has been in consistent form and can again fill a placing.

Seventh-up after placing second in the Hamilton BM70 over 1600m, following a third at Corowa. BM80 presents a tougher assignment, and the recent figures are respectable rather than compelling.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
2/13	10 Oct 26	Hamilton	1600m	BM70	1.8L
3/4	14 Sept 26	Corowa	1600m	BM82	2.4L
2/7	26 Aug 26	Bendigo	1600m	BM70	0.8L
9/11	25 July 26	Morphettville	1600m	BM76	10.2L
8/12	12 July 26	Narrandera	1600m	OPEN	7.8L
12/14	5 July 26	Bendigo	1000m	BM66	6.9L

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15. Aka Daka(3) · Declan Bates · T: Vincent Malady · 54kg · 6x02432129

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Aka Daka

Barrier 3 · Jockey Declan Bates · Trainer Vincent Malady · 54kg · Form 6x02432129

Model win 114 · place 22.09

Jumped at $31.00 and moderate showing when 9th last run at Geelong but suited at this trip in the past. Been in the money on multiple occasions this preparation. Appears tested in this.

Last start 9th of 11 in a Mcc Heat (Qc) at Geelong on October 21 over 1500m, 5.5 len behind Sulek carrying 54kg at $31. The run before that rolled along in front then was edged out late 2nd of 11 in a Bm66 at Ballarat on October 9 over 1600m, 0.8 len behind Big Rooster carrying 59kg at $16. Looks tested despite the low draw.

Got too far back in a race not run to suit at Geelong. Previous consistent form reads well, worth another chance from a better draw.

Ninth run of the prep after finishing ninth in the Geelong BM78, 5.4 lengths away, having previously placed second over 1600m. Recent figures are modest, and BM80 looks beyond current form.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
9/11	21 Oct 26	Geelong	1500m	BM78	5.4L
2/11	9 Oct 26	Ballarat	1600m	BM66	0.8L
1/8	15 Sept 26	Wodonga	1590m	BM56	0.2L
2/11	31 Aug 26	BallaratSynthetic	1400m	BM56	0.2L
3/12	11 Aug 26	BallaratSynthetic	1400m	BM56	1.2L
4/12	27 July 26	BallaratSynthetic	1200m	BM56	2.3L

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16. Koyuga Rip(12) · Jye Mcneil · T: Annalise Maragos · 54kg · 2x44442212

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Koyuga Rip

Barrier 12 · Jockey Jye Mcneil · Trainer Annalise Maragos · 54kg · Form 2x44442212

Model win 141 · place 25.86

Despite fading at the finish still grabbed 2nd beaten by 1 1/4L last run at Bendigo but rising in class. Expecting to settle positively. Would be more keen on the chance of others.

Returns from a 32-day let-up. Most recently held ground to the line 2nd of 12 in a Bm66 at Bendigo on October 4 over 1600m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind Our Justify carrying 56kg at $8.50. The start before that won by 1.5 len in a Mdn-Sw at Bendigo on September 20 over 1600m defeating King Winston carrying 59.5kg at $4. This is a tough assignment.

Nice maiden win from the widest gate two start ago, run down at the 200m by a smart type last time. Can again prove competitive.

Ninth-up after consecutive top-two finishes over 1600m, most recently runner-up in a BM66 at Bendigo. The trip suits, but BM80 represents a substantial class rise.

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Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
2/12	4 Oct 26	Bendigo	1600m	BM66	1.3L
1/10	20 Sept 26	Bendigo	1600m	MDN	1.5L
2/12	29 Aug 26	Warracknabeal	1600m	MDN	5.0L
2/6	12 Aug 26	Bendigo	1600m	MDN	0.4L
4/11	25 July 26	Murtoa	1600m	MDN	1.1L
4/10	3 July 26	BallaratSynthetic	1500m	MDN	1.8L

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17. Untapped scratched(13) · Rachel King · T: E & D Browne · 54kg · 46X1395336

Untapped

Barrier 13 · Jockey Rachel King · Trainer E & D Browne · 54kg · Form 46X1395336

At $13.00 finished 6th last start at Geelong.

At the latest run 6th of 11 in a Mcc Heat (Qc) at Geelong on October 21 over 1500m, 5 len behind Sulek with 55kg at $13. The start before that 3rd of 12 in a Bm66 at Bendigo on October 4 over 1600m, slow going 1.4 len behind Our Justify carrying 61kg at $6.50. Rough chance at best.

Ran a couple of placings at Bendigo before getting back in a race not run to suit last time. Place claims.

Eighth-up after finishing sixth in the Geelong BM78, 5.1 lengths from the winner, following consecutive thirds in BM66 grade. Recent figures leave ground to make up at this level.

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Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
6/11	21 Oct 26	Geelong	1500m	BM78	5.1L
3/12	4 Oct 26	Bendigo	1600m	BM66	1.4L
3/10	20 Sept 26	Bendigo	1400m	BM66	2.5L
5/9	5 Sept 26	Sandown-Hillside	1300m	BM74	1.8L
9/12	15 Aug 26	Caulfield	1100m	BM74	4.2L
3/6	26 July 26	Sale	1200m	BM70	3.8L

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18. Surfy Pete scratched(6) · NOT NOTIFIED · T: P A Preusker · 54kg · 637X001339

Surfy Pete

Barrier 6 · Jockey NOT NOTIFIED · Trainer P A Preusker · 54kg · Form 637X001339

Jumped at $3.70 and tailed off to finish 9th last time at Horsham and facing stiffer opposition. Carrying less weight this time.

At the latest run 9th of 11 in a Bm62 at Horsham on October 18 over 1800m, 7 len behind Octane Reign carrying 59kg at $3.70. Before that 3rd of 11 in a Bm66 at Ballarat on October 9 over 1600m, 0.9 len behind Big Rooster carrying 57kg at $17. Has the ability but needs to find best.

Well fancied at Horsham but had no luck at all. Has to be worth another chance on strength of previous consistent form.

Into the seventh run of the prep after ninth in a BM62 over 1800m at Horsham, having previously placed third over 1600m at Ballarat. The latest run was affected by a wide trip and interference, but BM80 remains a steep task.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
9/11	18 Oct 26	Horsham	1800m	BM62	7.2L
3/11	9 Oct 26	Ballarat	1600m	BM66	0.9L
3/13	22 Sept 26	SwanHill	1600m	BM62	1.8L
1/10	29 Aug 26	Warracknabeal	1600m	BM0-56	1.0L
10/11	7 Aug 26	MtGambier	1550m	BM56	48.5L
10/12	18 July 26	Mildura	1200m	BM56	5.5L

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19. Hedjet scratched(14) · NOT NOTIFIED · T: C W Mcdonald · 54kg · 72X214

Hedjet

Barrier 14 · Jockey NOT NOTIFIED · Trainer C W Mcdonald · 54kg · Form 72X214

Was $3.70 and overrun towards the finish when 4th last start at Sale on a heavy rated track and promising career start. Running with confidence since returning from a spell.

Recent form sound. Last start 4th of 9 in a Bm70 at Sale on October 25 over 1400m, on heavy track; 1.5 len behind Kahhof carrying 56kg at $3.70. Before that won by 3 len in a Mdn-Sw at Geelong on October 7 over 1447m in soft going defeating Silky Seth with 59.5kg at $1.75. Progressive sort who can run well up to this trip.

Easy all the way maiden winner two starts ago, battling on ok on the heavy going last start. Tougher test here.

Four-up after finishing fourth in a BM70 at Sale, following a maiden win and a runner-up finish. Early speed is a positive, but BM80 is a searching grade test.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
4/9	25 Oct 26	Sale	1400m	BM70	1.6L
1/9	7 Oct 26	Geelong	1447m	MDN	3.0L
2/8	10 Sept 26	Seymour	1429m	MDN	2.3L
2/9	20 Sept 25	GowranPark	1609m	MDN	0.5L
7/28	9 Aug 25	Curragh	1207m	MDN	11.3L

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20. Hiyaam Proud scratched(4) · NOT NOTIFIED · T: M M Laurie · 56.5kg · 6722286X50

Hiyaam Proud

Barrier 4 · Jockey NOT NOTIFIED · Trainer M M Laurie · 56.5kg · Form 6722286X50

On a short turnaround. Was $13.00 and didn't attack the line when 12th last time at Bendigo.

Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. Resuming 5th of 13 in a Bm70 at Seymour on October 11 over 1400m, slow going 2.5 len behind Lofty Thoughts carrying 60kg at $31. Second run from a spell 12th of 14 in a Bm78 at Bendigo on October 28 over 1400m, 9 len behind Bel Mezyaan carrying 58kg at $13. Hard to enthuse.

Sound showing at first run since early February, working too hard second up. Fitter again and capable of better.

Third-up after finishing 12th over 1400m at Bendigo, having previously run fifth in a BM70 at Seymour. Recent efforts leave a sizeable turnaround required.

Last starts

Pos	Date	Track	Dist	Class	Margin
12/14	28 Oct 26	Bendigo	1400m	BM78	9.7L
5/13	11 Oct 26	Seymour	1400m	BM70	2.5L
6/8	7 Feb 26	Caulfield	1600m	BM84	2.5L
8/9	10 Jan 26	Flemington	1600m	BM84	3.0L
2/10	27 Dec 25	Cranbourne	1600m	BM78	0.4L
2/11	13 Dec 25	Pakenham	1600m	BM84	1.5L

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Runners in price order, shortest first. Tap a runner for its notes, last starts and its price over time at every book.

Runner	Model	Best	Betfair	TAB	Sportsbet	Ladbrokes	Neds	PointsBet	BetR	Unibet	Palmerbet	Picklebet	Dabble	FanDuel
9. Sulek(10) · Billy Egan · T: Dominic Sutton · 56kg · 357x436x41	2.68	2.25Neds	–	2.00	2.15	–	2.25	2.00	2.15	2.20	–	–	2.15	–
13. Our Justify(5) · Daniel Stackhouse · T: Jerome Hunter · 54.5kg · 210x232211	2.99	2.50Neds	–	2.40	2.40	–	2.50	2.40	2.40	2.30	–	–	2.40	–
5. Rosa Aotearoa(7) · Mark Zahra · T: Reece Goodwin · 57kg · 21x1153x82	3.29	2.65PointsBet	–	2.60	2.50	–	2.60	2.65	2.65	2.55	–	–	2.65	–
4. Bel Mezyaan(8) · Craig Newitt · T: Jerome Hunter · 57kg · 3113234x1	3.10	2.70TAB	–	2.70	2.40	–	2.60	2.50	2.50	2.30	–	–	2.40	–
1. Yam(17) · Damian Lane · T: Craig Weeding · 59.5kg · 2x212717x2	3.66	3.00TAB	–	3.00	2.90	–	3.00	2.75	3.00	2.90	–	–	2.90	–
14. Wetumpka(18) · Jamie Melham · T: Peter Gelagotis · 54kg · x28134x132	3.82	3.20Neds	–	3.00	3.10	–	3.20	3.00	3.00	3.00	–	–	3.00	–
8. Lofty Thoughts(19) · James Mc Donald · T: Alex Rae · 56kg · 1x29x33211	4.29	3.60Neds	–	3.50	3.40	–	3.60	3.50	3.50	3.40	–	–	3.50	–
3. Spirited Defence(11) · William Pike · T: Andrew Noblet · 57.5kg · x65x144103	6.03	5.00Unibet	–	4.80	4.60	–	4.80	4.40	4.20	5.00	–	–	4.20	–
10. Flying Mikki(15) · Ben Melham · T: David Noonan · 55.5kg · 9816320625	5.95	5.00Unibet	–	4.40	4.40	–	4.60	4.20	4.20	5.00	–	–	4.20	–
12. Naraghi(1) · Alana Kelly · T: Liam Howley · 54.5kg · 53x21530x1	7.09	6.00TAB	–	6.00	5.50	–	6.00	4.80	4.80	6.00	–	–	4.80	–
6. Big Rooster(2) · Jack Hill · T: Symon Wilde · 56kg · 4x15319411	8.53	7.50Neds	–	7.00	7.00	–	7.50	7.00	6.00	7.00	–	–	6.50	–
11. Endless Summer(16) · John Allen · T: Andrew Bobbin · 54.5kg · 8x4x5x2422	11.33	10.00TAB	–	10.00	10.00	–	9.00	9.00	7.50	10.00	–	–	7.50	–
2. Rich Champagne(9) · Teodore Nugent · T: Andrew Bobbin · 58kg · 1656x537x1	14.70	14.00TAB	–	14.00	14.00	–	13.00	10.00	9.00	13.00	–	–	9.00	–
7. Blazing Sword(20) · Blake Shinn · T: Tim Fitzsimmons · 56kg · 138x089232	15.53	15.00Unibet	–	14.00	14.00	–	13.00	11.00	12.00	15.00	–	–	10.00	–
15. Aka Daka(3) · Declan Bates · T: Vincent Malady · 54kg · 6x02432129	22.09	31.00Unibet	–	20.00	21.00	–	21.00	18.00	16.00	31.00	–	–	17.00	–
16. Koyuga Rip(12) · Jye Mcneil · T: Annalise Maragos · 54kg · 2x44442212	25.86	34.00Sportsbet	–	24.00	34.00	–	23.00	19.00	18.00	34.00	–	–	18.00	–
17. Untapped scratched(13) · Rachel King · T: E & D Browne · 54kg · 46X1395336
18. Surfy Pete scratched(6) · NOT NOTIFIED · T: P A Preusker · 54kg · 637X001339
19. Hedjet scratched(14) · NOT NOTIFIED · T: C W Mcdonald · 54kg · 72X214
20. Hiyaam Proud scratched(4) · NOT NOTIFIED · T: M M Laurie · 56.5kg · 6722286X50

Runner	Opened	Now	Move
9. Sulek(10) · Billy Egan · T: Dominic Sutton · 56kg · 357x436x41	4.50	6.00	▲ 33%
13. Our Justify(5) · Daniel Stackhouse · T: Jerome Hunter · 54.5kg · 210x232211	8.00	6.50	▼ 19%
4. Bel Mezyaan(8) · Craig Newitt · T: Jerome Hunter · 57kg · 3113234x1	6.50	7.50	▲ 15%
5. Rosa Aotearoa(7) · Mark Zahra · T: Reece Goodwin · 57kg · 21x1153x82	61.00	7.50	▼ 88%
1. Yam(17) · Damian Lane · T: Craig Weeding · 59.5kg · 2x212717x2	18.00	9.00	▼ 50%
14. Wetumpka(18) · Jamie Melham · T: Peter Gelagotis · 54kg · x28134x132	14.00	9.50	▼ 32%
8. Lofty Thoughts(19) · James Mc Donald · T: Alex Rae · 56kg · 1x29x33211	21.00	11.00	▼ 48%
3. Spirited Defence(11) · William Pike · T: Andrew Noblet · 57.5kg · x65x144103	13.00	18.00	▲ 38%
10. Flying Mikki(15) · Ben Melham · T: David Noonan · 55.5kg · 9816320625	61.00	18.00	▼ 70%
12. Naraghi(1) · Alana Kelly · T: Liam Howley · 54.5kg · 53x21530x1	29.00	23.00	▼ 21%
6. Big Rooster(2) · Jack Hill · T: Symon Wilde · 56kg · 4x15319411	51.00	34.00	▼ 33%
11. Endless Summer(16) · John Allen · T: Andrew Bobbin · 54.5kg · 8x4x5x2422	26.00	51.00	▲ 96%
2. Rich Champagne(9) · Teodore Nugent · T: Andrew Bobbin · 58kg · 1656x537x1	61.00	67.00	▲ 10%
7. Blazing Sword(20) · Blake Shinn · T: Tim Fitzsimmons · 56kg · 138x089232	61.00	67.00	▲ 10%
15. Aka Daka(3) · Declan Bates · T: Vincent Malady · 54kg · 6x02432129	101	126	▲ 25%
16. Koyuga Rip(12) · Jye Mcneil · T: Annalise Maragos · 54kg · 2x44442212	81.00	151	▲ 86%

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Racing and Sports

BEL MEZYAAN (4) was well supported when resuming last time out over 1400m at Bendigo and proved too strong, scoring by a long neck. Was a winner at the only previous second-up run and looks sure to be in the finish again. SULEK (9) is coming along nicely this prep. Finished fourth when fresh from a spell two starts back at Ballarat then improved and scored over 1500m at Geelong two weeks ago, getting home by a head. Meets some better types this time but another win beckons. OUR JUSTIFY (13) hasn't raced since a win at Bendigo over 1600m a month ago. Ticking over well with a subsequent trial win at Mornington. Capable of going well on best figures. ROSA AOTEAROA (5) turned in a nice effort last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished just a long neck from the winner in second over 1400m at Bendigo. Finds a suitable race and can find the winner's circle.

Dabble

BEL MEZYAAN (4) Backing up quickly. Picked up nicely to win last start at Bendigo. Craig Newitt and Jerome Hunter must be respected together. Worth a ticket. SULEK (9) Strong effort to the line to win last start at Geelong and displaying improvement over the past few runs. Deserves consideration. LOFTY THOUGHTS (8) Was eating up the ground late to win last start at Seymour. Won last 2 in a row. Jockey James Mcdonald is in form. Will be around the mark at odds. OUR JUSTIFY (13) Picked up nicely to win last start at Bendigo but taking on stronger competition. Undefeated last 2 runs and gets some weight taken off. One of the major players.

Timeform (FanDuel)

BEL MEZYAAN (4) won his way into this Final with a strong victory on Bendigo Cup day, coming from off the speed on a day that suited those leading, getting the upper hand late to score by a long neck. Up to a mile suits ideally now and he should get a lovely run midfield. SULEK (9) is improving third-up, having edged out Yam by a head at Geelong in good time. Stays down in the weights and will be very hard to hold out late. OUR JUSTIFY (13) returns fresh after five weeks which is interesting placement but he's flying with two straight wins, and is a horse still on the up. ROSA AOTEAROA (5), just a long neck behind Bel Mezyaan last week. Up to a mile is a query but Zahra takes the ride and he'll be up on speed. WETUMPKA (14) draws awfully but has upside and can figure.

Best Bets

Impossible race to sort out. WETUMPKA has had a good preparation for the final of this race. He'll appreciate ground better than the H10 he experienced at Sale last start. If these outside lanes are in play by this stage of the day then he's sure to be charging home. OUR JUSTIFY has had good build up also. Jerome Hunter has a strong hand with this mare and BEL MEZYAAN. Dan Stackhouse has been aboard both in their heat wins and OUR JUSTIFY gets the nod for the final. LOFTY THOUGHTS has found the winning habit now. YAM is a good weight carrier. SULEK was just too good for him 1st up. Like the way RICH CHAMPAGNE won 1st up. While a few are suspect 1600m, NARAGHI isn't. Could go on and on.....

Matthew Hill

A Country Final worth 500K is over 1600m at BM80 level, and it will start the quaddie. 4. BEL MEZYAAN was a decent 3YO and was runner-up in the Bendigo Guineas that season. He has gone the right way since his spell, winning fresh up at that same venue, Bendigo, 8 days ago in BM78 company when qualifying for this race. He has the potential to win this and continue to race his way through the grades this year. 9. SULEK stepped up to 1500m from 1200m second up and got in the final strides to score by a short head at Geelong last start. He may be looking for more ground than 1600m but look for him late again. 13. OUR JUSTIFY will be chasing a hat-trick of wins after a brace of good wins at Bendigo, including her last run there which qualified her for this just over a month ago. She has won a trial since then, so stick with her. 5. ROSA AOTEAROA fought on bravely but was no match for the top pick when finishing runner-up in the same race last start. She peaks for this, so go again.

Racing Central

The expected pace battle between YAM (1) and NARAGHI (12) could set things up for BEL MEZYAAN (4) to finish over the top, while SULEK (9) can settle just off the speed. ROSA AOTEAROA (5) maps on pace, with SPIRITED DEFENCE (3) closing from the rear. BEL MEZYAAN (4) comes off a narrow BM78 win over 1400m, and SULEK (9) won a BM78 over 1500m last start after being held up near the 400m. ROSA AOTEAROA (5) was runner-up, beaten 0.4 lengths by BEL MEZYAAN (4) at Bendigo, while SPIRITED DEFENCE (3) finished third after an earlier BM78 synthetic win this prep. All four bring strong recent form to the 1600m BM80, with BEL MEZYAAN (4) the leading chance ahead of SULEK (9), followed by ROSA AOTEAROA (5) and SPIRITED DEFENCE (3).

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