Bunbury Race Previews, Thursday 12 February 2026, Part 1
Bunbury Race 1
Bunbury Race 1 - BREATHE ACCOUNTING MAIDEN
1705m Turf Good 4 – Rail +6m Entire Cutaway Applies – 2yo & up Maiden – 13:17 local
In-Depth Form Analysis for Every Horse
1. MY TEA (4yo G, BP 5, 58.0kg, Holly Watson / Brett Pope)
Strongest current form in the field. Consistent placer with three straight seconds at 1600m (Albany, 0.1L), 1300m (Mt Barker, 0.2L), and earlier 1100m (Albany, 2.2L beaten but from slow start). Recent 1600m run showed excellent ticker after racing wide, looming up and only narrowly beaten in fast-finishing effort (sec 37.61). Proven at distance range, suits stamina test over 1705m. Lightly raced gelding by My Admiration out of High Tea line – scope to keep improving. Trainer/jockey combo solid. Drawn midfield (5), should get good run. Clear top chance on recent merit and consistency.
2. GOING HARD (8yo G, BP 14, 58.0kg, Ava Catarino / Michael Miller)
Veteran with long absence pattern. Best effort long ago (2nd over 2000m Bunbury, 1.1L) but poor since, including recent 12th at Pinjarra Scarpside (15L+) and trailed field. Wide draw (14) compounds issues. Little recent merit; unlikely to feature.
3. PRINCE VITALITY (5yo G, BP 12, 58.0kg, Zephen Johnston-Porter / Darryn Pateman)
Poor recent efforts – 10th (7L) behind My Tea at Albany 1600m, 8th at Bunbury 1400m from wide. Older form moderate (3rd Broome dirt). Wide draw (12) and no upside apparent. Pass.
4. MIDSUMMER MIST (4yo G, BP 6, 58.0kg, Alan Kennedy / Mack Hall)
Recent 10th at Geraldton 1600m (8.6L) after slow begin. Earlier 3rd Bunbury AW 1800m but poor 9th Northam 2200m (compounded). No strong recent form; unlikely.
5. PURE MAC (3yo G, BP 10, 57.0kg, Shaun McGruddy / Sue Olive)
Lightly raced 3yo. Recent 4th Ascot 1400m NMW1Y (4.8L) in stronger grade – solid effort. Earlier city runs moderate but shows ability. Suits step up in trip on pedigree (Maschino). Can improve; each-way hope.
6. CARENTAN (3yo G, BP 2, 57.0kg, Jason Whiting / Tom Wolfe)
Recent 4th Bunbury 1400m (0.5L) – close behind leaders, worked home fairly. Prior 7ths at Bunbury but building. Good draw (2), 3yo allowance, can settle handy. Progressing; contender.
7. CHOICE ATTRACTION (4yo M, BP 11, 56.0kg, Troy Turner / Brett Pope)
Poor recent – 13th Bunbury 1400m (9L+). Older efforts moderate (4th 2000m long ago). Wide draw; no.
8. RAYLANA (3yo F, BP 8, 55.0kg, Steven Parnham / Neville Parnham)
Recent 10th Bunbury 1400m (2.2L) – fair effort midfield. Prior 5th Pinjarra 1406m (2.1L), 2nd Pinjarra 1200m (2.4L) – placed form. 3yo filly allowance, good jockey. Each-way.
9. HEAVENLY RAPTURE (3yo F, BP 13, 55.0kg, Chris Parnham / Mitchell Pateman)
Recent 10th Pinjarra Scarpside 1500m (3.5L) – held up. Prior 4th Bunbury 1400m (2.2L) – strong effort 2nd turn. Earlier city placing. Wide draw concern but talent; danger.
10. DANCING SPIRIT (3yo F, BP 3, 55.0kg, William Pike / Adam Durrant)
Recent 7th Bunbury 1400m (2.1L) – midfield, no kick late. Prior 5th Bunbury 1100m, strong 2nd Albany 1100m (1.4L from back). Top jockey, good draw (3), 3yo. Improving; major player.
11. CHAMPAGNE VICTORY (3yo F, BP 4, 55.0kg, Victoria Corver / Ryan Hill)
Recent 7th Ascot 1000m (8L) – green. Debut only run; too short last time. Untested at trip; unlikely.
12. POPPY'S ROSES (3yo F, BP 7, 55.0kg, Clint Johnston-Porter / Holly Taylor)
Recent 6th Bunbury 1400m (4.5L) – held up straight. Prior 6th Pinjarra 1500m (2L) – strong late from back. 3yo, can improve over trip; rough hope.
13. PRINCIPAL DEALER (4yo M, BP 9, 56.0kg, Neville Parnham)
Recent 12th Bunbury 1400m (12L). Older poor; no.
14. DIVINE CURRENCY (6yo G, BP 15, 58.0kg, Gino Poletti)
Recent 6th Pinjarra Scarpside 2200m (weak late). Poor recent; wide draw; no.
15. ANYTIME ANYWHERE (4yo G, BP 1, 58.0kg, Kayla Farrell)
Recent 15th Bunbury 1400m (8L+). Poor form; inside draw little help; no.
Race Preview
This 1705m maiden features a clear standout in My Tea, who has placed in his last three starts, including a narrow defeat over 1600m at Albany where he raced wide yet showed tremendous determination to go down by only 0.1L. That form has been franked with the winner progressing, and his consistency over similar trips (recent 1300m/1600m placings) makes him ideally suited to this stamina test on Good 4 ground. The rail at +6m with cutaway should assist horses settling midfield to on-pace. Pace should be moderate, favoring those who can stalk or sit close without burning early energy.
Key dangers include lightly raced 3yos with upside. Dancing Spirit (Pike) has shown late closing ability (strong 2nd Albany 1100m from rear) and gets ideal draw (3) plus gear change – expect improvement stepping up. Carentan was only 0.5L off the winner last start over 1400m here, settling midfield and working home – barrier 2 allows perfect tactical run. Heavenly Rapture and Raylana both have recent placings/near-misses at 1400m-1500m and 3yo allowances; they can be prominent. Pure Mac brings city NMW form and may appreciate the trip on pedigree.
Emergencies unlikely to impact. Overall, genuine contest but My Tea's recent depth and ticker give him the edge in a race lacking exposed stayers. Watch for late closers if pace is genuine. (378 words)
Top 4-6 Predicted Contenders
- 1. My Tea – Dominant recent form, consistent placer, suits trip perfectly, strong ticker.
- 10. Dancing Spirit – Improving 3yo, Pike aboard, good draw, late closer with upside.
- 6. Carentan – Recent close 4th Bunbury 1400m, ideal barrier, building.
- 9. Heavenly Rapture – Recent 4th Bunbury, talent shown, 3yo allowance.
- 8. Raylana – Placed form, consistent at trip range, good jockey.
- 5. Pure Mac – City effort last start, lightly raced upside over longer.
100% Framed Market
Bunbury Race 1 – 1705m Maiden
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1 My Tea AODDS 2.4
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10 Dancing Spirit AODDS 5.0
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6 Carentan AODDS 6.5
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9 Heavenly Rapture AODDS 8.0
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8 Raylana AODDS 10
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5 Pure Mac AODDS 13
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12 Poppy's Roses AODDS 21
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4 Midsummer Mist AODDS 34
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3 Prince Vitality AODDS 41
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7 Choice Attraction AODDS 51
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2 Going Hard AODDS 81
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11 Champagne Victory AODDS 101
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13 Principal Dealer AODDS 151
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14 Divine Currency AODDS 201
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15 Anytime Anywhere AODDS 301
Bunbury Race 2
Bunbury Race 2
13:52 - CUPRUM DISTILLERY MAIDEN - 1200m TURF GOOD 4 - 2yo & up MDN - $25,000
In-Depth Form Analysis for Every Horse
1. MR FRODO (4yo G, BP 12, 58.0kg, Victoria Corver / G P Jones)
A lightly raced 4yo gelding with 4 starts (0-0-4), last run 113 days ago. Form line: 6546x. Best effort was a 4th at Bunbury over 1400m (Good 4) where he settled midfield, was impeded late but finished off fairly for 3.5L margin in a race that produced subsequent form. Previous 1200m run at Belmont (Heavy 8) saw him settle rearward and close late for 2L 5th in moderate time. Recent Lark Hill trial (930m) was midfield (2.67L). Wide barrier (12) is a concern on a track with +6m rail (cutaway applies), likely to be caught wide without cover. Suited to distance but lacks early speed; needs luck from the draw. Trainer/jockey combo modest. Weakest recent trials among exposed runners. Projected: Needs ideal run to show best but unlikely to threaten win.
2. UNFortUNATE LAD (3yo G, BP 7, 57.0kg, Shaun McGruddy / Steve Wolfe)
Most exposed and consistent maiden with recent strong 2nd at Albany 1230m (Good 4, 14 days ago), finishing strongly from midfield for 0.6L after laying out late; solid sectional. Prior 4th at Mt Barker 1000m was sound chase. Earlier form moderate but improved sharply with winkers. Good recent trials. From BP 7 should settle midfield with cover, suits pace setup. Trainer Wolfe strong with maidens, jockey McGruddy reliable. Clear recent form edge over most, proven at/around trip. Projected: Strong winning chance if repeats Albany effort.
3. CASSENITE (4yo M, BP 11, 56.0kg, Kyra Yuill / Brett Pope)
Placed 4 times from 13 starts (0-4-13), recent 4th at Albany 1230m (same race as Unfortunate Lad), finished strongly from rear for 2.4L. Prior poor jump at Pinjarra but fair late. Tongue tie on recently. Wide BP 11 a disadvantage, will settle back. Solid closing sectionals when given room. Trainer Pope fair strike rate. Projected: Each-way hope if finds clear run late but draw hurts.
4. LIKES TO CHANT (4yo M, BP 2, 56.0kg, Elisha Whittington / Brett Pope)
Long-standing maiden (0-0-14), recent efforts ordinary including 8th at Bunbury 1100m (22 days ago) from tail. Best recent was 5th at Pinjarra 1200m closing from wide. BP 2 helps settle closer but lacks punch. Blinkers recently but no improvement. Projected: Needs big improvement to contend.
5. TEMPUS TYCOON (4yo M, BP 8, 56.0kg, Shaun O'Donnell / Summer Dickson)
Long break (305 days), only 2 prior starts moderate (6th Cranbourne 1200m). Recent Lark Hill trial strong 2nd (930m, 1.57L). Lightly raced scope but unknown on WA track/conditions. BP 8 ok. Projected: Watch market/trial backing but unproven.
6. LEAFICE (3yo F, BP 5, 55.0kg, Chris Parnham / Michael Lane)
Placed twice from 4 starts (0-2-4), recent 3rd at Bunbury 1100m (22 days ago) chasing steadily after settling handy. Prior runs showed ability but spelled after laying out. Good jockey upgrade (Parnham). BP 5 ideal for forward spot. Trainer Lane strong strike rate. Projected: Major player if repeats recent placing form.
7. MISS JIMMADA (3yo F, BP 10, 55.0kg, Jason Whiting / Gary Crispin)
Placed once from 3 starts but long break (157 days), poor recent trials. Form moderate at best. Wide BP hurts. Projected: Unlikely.
8. ACQUIRED TASTE (3yo F, BP 4, 55.0kg, Clint Johnston-Porter / Michael Grantham)
Debutant. Recent Lark Hill trial win (930m, strong margin). Good jockey/trainer combo. BP 4 suits. Pedigree (Pierro) suggests scope. Projected: Respect if sharp.
9. BUSTER'S BABE (3yo F, BP 1, 55.0kg, Brad Parnham / David Harrison)
Debutant. Strong recent trial win (950m Lark Hill). Excellent sales pedigree (So You Think x Snitzel dam). BP 1 ideal. Trainer Harrison strong. Projected: Big chance fresh.
10. CHAMPAGNE TALKS (3yo F, BP 3, 55.0kg, Natasha Faithfull / Chris Stelmach)
Debutant. Recent trial win (930m). Good gate. Projected: Could show up.
11. FAVOURS (3yo F, BP 9, 55.0kg, Steven Parnham / Ashley Maley)
Debutant. Poor recent trials. Projected: Longer odds.
12. LEXAN'RUBY (3yo F, BP 6, 55.0kg, Holly Watson / Kirsten Melis)
Debutant. Moderate trials. Projected: Others preferred.
Race Preview
This 1200m maiden features a mix of exposed gallopers and promising debutants on a Good 4 Bunbury track with +6m rail (cutaway applies), which often favours on-pace runners or those with tactical speed. The pace should be moderate to genuine with several capable of pushing forward (Likes To Chant from 2, Leafice from 5, Acquired Taste from 4, Buster's Babe from 1, Champagne Talks from 3). Backmarkers will need luck but the cutaway can assist late. Unfortunate Lad brings the strongest recent form after a fast-finishing 2nd at Albany over 1230m, showing sharp improvement with winkers and a big finish. Leafice is consistent, placed last start at this track/distance over 1100m, settling handy and chasing well; jockey upgrade and gate boost her claims significantly. Debutants Buster's Babe (strong trial win, top pedigree, gate 1, strong stable) and Acquired Taste (recent trial win, good jockey) look well-placed to make impact fresh with upside. Cassenite closed well in the same Albany race as Unfortunate Lad and has placed form around this level. Mr Frodo has experience but wide gate and ordinary recent trials hurt. Tempus Tycoon has a good trial but long absence. Overall, the race suits progressive types with early speed or sharp recent trials. Key dangers include any sharp debutant backed in market, but form points to exposed runners holding edge unless youngsters fire. Expect a competitive finish with late charges possible on the cutaway. (Word count: 348)
Top 4-6 Predicted Contenders
- 2 Unfortunate Lad — Strongest recent form (fast-finishing 2nd Albany), consistent, suits setup.
- 6 Leafice — Placed last start this track, good gate, jockey upgrade, consistent chaser.
- 9 Buster's Babe — Sharp trial win, ideal gate 1, strong pedigree/stable, big fresh chance.
- 8 Acquired Taste — Recent trial dominant, good gate/jockey, pedigree scope.
- 3 Cassenite — Solid closer in key recent race, each-way if clear.
- 10 Champagne Talks — Trial win, good gate, could surprise debut.
100% Framed Market
Bunbury Race 2 - CUPRUM DISTILLERY MAIDEN
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2 Unfortunate Lad AODDS 3.2
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6 Leafice AODDS 4.5
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9 Buster's Babe AODDS 5.0
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8 Acquired Taste AODDS 6.5
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3 Cassenite AODDS 8.0
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10 Champagne Talks AODDS 12
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5 Tempus Tycoon AODDS 15
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1 Mr Frodo AODDS 21
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12 Lexan'Ruby AODDS 26
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4 Likes To Chant AODDS 34
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11 Favours AODDS 41
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7 Miss Jimmada AODDS 51
Bunbury Race 3
Bunbury Race 3
BUNBURY FORUM FASHIONS ON THE FIELD MAIDEN
1200m, 2yo+, Good 4 Turf, Rail +6m Entire Cutaway Applies, 14:27 local, $25,000 MDN
In-Depth Form Analysis for Every Horse
1. DESERT WAVES (4yo G, BP 2, 58.0kg, William Pike, Summer Dickson)
Strong recent maiden form with a good 2nd at Pinjarra Scarpside (1200m) 18 days ago, beaten only 1.1L after being impeded/crowded near 300m then obtaining clear running late—suggests he would have gone closer with clean run. Sat prominent (3rd settling/turn), solid late sectionals (L600m 35.06 vs race 35.23). Prior 4th at Northam (1000m) showed late inroads from back. Lightly raced (3 starts), 2nd-up now with tongue tie first-up retained. Pride Of Dubai gelding suits 1200m progression. Draw 2 ideal for forward position. Trainer/jockey combo solid. Clear top chance on exposed recent merit and pace suitability.
2. FINDOUT (6yo G, BP 13, 58.0kg, Jason Whiting, Greg Carige)
Veteran maiden with mixed longer-spell form. Best recent was 3rd at Bunbury (1200m) over a year ago (3.2L). Recent 7th at Bunbury (1000m, 56d ago) fair but gave start and just plugged. Earlier 10th/6th at 1200m showed limited zip. Wide draw 13 a concern on speed-suited track. Likely to settle back and needs luck. Exposed without winning, low threat.
3. KNIGHT ADMIRE (5yo G, BP 6, 58.0kg, Shaun O'Donnell, Gino Poletti)
Poor recent efforts, 11th (5.6L) and 12th at Pinjarra Scarpside (1200m) in latest two. Over-raced early last start, no impact. Head-to-head well beaten by Desert Waves/Can't Catch Me. Older gelding with limited upside, poor trials form. Little appeal.
4. SUPER ICONIC (4yo H, BP 3, 58.0kg, Taj Dyson, Stefan Vahala)
Debutant. Recent trials moderate (4th/5th/8th/7th at Belmont 1000m). Nicconi horse with speed pedigree, but lacks exposed form. Barrier 3 helps, but needs to show more than trial placings. Watch market for clues, but unproven.
5. GLORANARDO (3yo G, BP 4, 57.0kg, Troy Turner, Rhys Radford)
Consistent recent: 2nd (1.5L) at Pinjarra Scarpside (1200m) 18 days ago, loomed and fought well after prominent run. Prior 4th (3.3L) at same track. Blinkers on both runs, improving pattern. Lightly raced 3yo with upside, good gate 4, suits pace. Strong each-way.
6. COSMIC GEM (3yo G, BP 9, 57.0kg, Shaun McGruddy, Steve Wolfe)
Disappointing recent 10th (6.5L) at Albany (1100m) after good trial win. Prior 7th (3.3L) at Belmont (1200m). Cosmic Force gelding, but form lacks punch. Midfield draw, needs big improvement.
7. CONSOLIDATED (3yo G, BP 10, 57.0kg, Brayden Gaerth, Tara Itzstein)
Debutant. Recent trials fair (5th 930m, 2nd 400m). Maschino gelding, unknown quantity. Wide gate concern, but trainer capable with first-starters.
8. SOVEREIGN SALUTE (3yo G, BP 14, 57.0kg, Natasha Faithfull, Chris Stelmach)
Debutant. Trials competitive (2nd 930m, 3rd 400m). King's Troop gelding, wide draw major issue. Likely to need run.
9. DARK OPAL (4yo M, BP 7, 56.0kg, Clint Johnston-Porter, Brett Pope)
Very consistent placer: 2nd (0.3L) Bunbury 1100m latest (held up, strong late), 3rd Albany 1100m (travelled well), 3rd Ascot 1000m. Multiple placings this prep, tongue tie helps. Sessions mare suits distance progression. Gate 7 ok, major player.
10. CAN'T CATCH ME (4yo M, BP 1, 56.0kg, Brad Parnham, David Harrison)
Excellent recent: 4th (1.7L) Pinjarra 1200m last start (only fair late after strong travel), prior 2nd (0.2L) same track (led, nailed late). Barrier 1 perfect for speed map. Gingerbread Man mare, consistent, clear danger.
11. MAYTHISBETHEONE (3yo F, BP 11, 55.0kg, Lucy Fiore, David Harrison)
Strong 1000m form: 2nd Bunbury latest (1.3L, even finish), 3rd Ascot prior (3.3L). Rommel filly, lightly raced with upside. Wide draw concern, but class edge at trip rise.
12. TABBA TABBA BOOM (3yo F, BP 12, 55.0kg, Joey Azzopardi, Donna Riordan)
Long break (127 days), prior consistent placings including 2nd Bunbury 1200m (soft). War Chant filly, can improve fresh. Wide draw tough.
13. MT MAGNET GOLD (3yo F, BP 5, 55.0kg, Chris Parnham, Michael Lane)
7th (9.3L) Bunbury 1000m latest, picked up late. Bivouac filly, first-up, needs more.
14. LUCKY LEA (3yo F, BP 8, 55.0kg, Jade McNaught, Chris Stelmach)
Debutant. Trials ok (3rd 930m). I'm All The Talk filly, unknown but wide draw.
Race Preview
This maiden features exposed runners with strong recent placings mixed with debutants and lightly raced types. The track (Good 4, rail +6m cutaway) favours on-pace runners with cutaway assisting those positioned forward or midfield. Pace likely moderate to genuine with several speedy types (Can't Catch Me from 1, Desert Waves from 2, Gloranardo from 4, Maythisbetheone with early toe). Desert Waves brings best recent exposed form (2nd 1200m Pinjarra, unlucky), Can't Catch Me consistent leader/placer with ideal draw, Dark Opal ultra-consistent this prep (multiple 2nds/3rds, strong late), Gloranardo improving 3yo (recent 2nd), Maythisbetheone class edge despite draw. Debutants like Super Iconic, Consolidated, Sovereign Salute, Lucky Lea add unknowns but draw/pedigree limit immediate threat. Older maidens Findout/Knight Admire lack upside. Key battle between on-pace speed and those with late sectionals. Expect forward bias, but cutaway helps closers late. Competitive race with 4-5 clear chances. (approx 380 words)
Top 4-6 Predicted Contenders
- Desert Waves — Best recent (unlucky 2nd), ideal draw, Pike aboard, suits setup.
- Can't Catch Me — Consistent placer, barrier 1 for speed, strong trial.
- Dark Opal — Ultra-consistent, strong late efforts, value each-way.
- Gloranardo — Improving 3yo, recent 2nd, good gate.
- Maythisbetheone — Classy short form, upside at trip.
- Super Iconic — Debut potential if sharp.
100% Framed Market
Bunbury Race 3 - 1200m MDN
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1 Desert Waves AODDS 3.20
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10 Can't Catch Me AODDS 4.50
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9 Dark Opal AODDS 5.50
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5 Gloranardo AODDS 7.00
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11 Maythisbetheone AODDS 9.00
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4 Super Iconic AODDS 12.00
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7 Consolidated AODDS 21.00
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8 Sovereign Salute AODDS 26.00
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14 Lucky Lea AODDS 34.00
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12 Tabba Tabba Boom AODDS 41.00
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6 Cosmic Gem AODDS 51.00
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13 Mt Magnet Gold AODDS 67.00
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2 Findout AODDS 81.00
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3 Knight Admire AODDS 101.00
Bunbury Race 4
Bunbury Race 4
GREENFIELDS LODGE AT MAGIC MILLIONS MAIDEN - 1400m TURF GOOD 4 - 3yo MDN - 15:00 (local)
In-Depth Form Analysis for Every Horse
1. PLAYING FREE (BP 7, 57.0kg, Laqdar Ramoly, Neville Parnham)
Showed early promise with a strong 3rd at Belmont Park over 1200m (soft) on debut prep, leading and only nailed late after racing keenly. Has since mixed form: led early but faded over 1200m at Belmont (soft), held position but no finish over 1400m at Pinjarra (heavy), midfield fade at Ascot (open class), and recent 10th over 1100m at Bunbury where settled back and lacked kick despite blinkers/visors. Lightly raced with scope from Playing God/Oratorio dam line (suits stamina). Drawn wider here, 3U, recent runs suggest needs to settle closer but has shown he can be prominent early. Suited to 1400m distance-wise but needs to overcome pattern of not finishing off strongly lately. Gear (blinkers/visors) retained.
2. EIGHTYSEVEN LAD (BP 5, 57.0kg, William Pike, Daniel & Ben Pearce)
Consistent recent form: strong 2nd over 1200m at Pinjarra Scarp (beaten 2.6L after travelling well just off pace, held ground fairly), prior 5th over 1000m at Ascot where stalked speed but no late burst after blinkers on. Trial form earlier was moderate. By Long Leaf (speed influence), has only raced 1200m and shorter but looks progressive. Pike/Pearce combo strong. Drawn midfield, suits on-pace style. Clear recent improvement and best recent effort stacks up well in this field.
3. WAHOOCHINO (BP 1, 57.0kg, Brad Parnham, Holly Taylor)
Most impressive recent performance: narrow 2nd over 1400m at Bunbury 11 days ago (settled back, moved up nicely turning, knuckled down to miss by 0.1L in fast-finishing effort). That race produced strong form (winner since competitive, 3rd also in frame here). Prior run moderate over 1300m (back half, only fair). Lightly raced, 2U now, rail draw ideal for settling midfield/closer. Maschino sire suggests staying ability. Looks to have come on sharply and that last-start effort is the clear benchmark.
4. LORD ARCADIA (BP 9, 57.0kg, Clint Johnston-Porter, Michael Grantham)
Long break (180+ days) since sole run: 6th over 1400m at Bunbury (green throughout, midfield, faded late on soft). Recent trial fair (3rd over 950m). Ocean Park sire good for 1400m+, dam by Domesday. Wide draw not ideal for first-up, needs to show natural improvement but lacks exposed form against these.
5. PIPE DOWN CHACHI (BP 11, 57.0kg, Rocky Cheung a3, Daniel O'Connor)
Poor sole run: 7th over 1400m at Kalgoorlie (raced keenly early, dropped out badly from midfield). Long break since, recent trial moderate. War Chant sire stamina suited but showed little. Wide draw tough, needs big natural improvement.
6. BILLIONAIRE'S ROW (BP 10, 57.0kg, Lucy Fiore, Brandon Fiore)
Debutant by Written Tycoon (speed) out of Curlin mare (US stamina). Recent trials mixed but latest 3rd over 950m fair. Wide draw, unknown quantity but pedigree suggests potential at 1400m. Watch market/tactics.
8. PRESSURISED (BP 8, 57.0kg, Zephen Johnston-Porter a2, Michael Grantham)
Recent 11th over 1500m at Pinjarra Scarp (midfield early, wide, faded). Gear changes (norton bit/tongue tie) first-up. Pierro/Redoute's Choice pedigree suited to trip. Moderate trials. Needs improvement.
9. LA NOCCIOLA (BP 4, 55.0kg, Natasha Faithfull, Paul Roberts)
Consistent placer: 3rd latest over 1400m Bunbury (midfield, strong late to grab minor behind Wahoochino), prior 11th (held up), 3rd again over 1400m (from back, solid late), mixed shorter runs. Tosen Stardom/Bernardini line suggests staying ability. Draws well, 6U, consistent at trip, strong each-way claims off recent efforts.
10. CORACAO (BP 2, 55.0kg, Troy Turner, Kirryn Scallan)
Recent 8th over 1400m Bunbury (prominent early, faded to 2.1L off Wahoochino/La Nocciola). Prior 5th over 1200m (improved late after blinkers), mixed earlier. Long Leaf filly, good draw, can settle on speed. Better efforts competitive but needs to hold late better.
11. SECRETCHINO (BP 6, 55.0kg, Jason Whiting, Ashley Maley)
Recent 8th over 1400m (midfield, no kick), prior 12th over 1200m (back, no impact). Maschino filly, moderate trials. Needs big step up.
12. LEXGO LADY (BP 3, 55.0kg, Shaun O'Donnell, Trevor Andrews)
Debutant by Snippetson (speed) out of Teofilo mare (stamina). Recent trials mixed (4th latest over 1000m). Good draw, unknown but pedigree mix interesting for 1400m.
Race Preview
This 1400m 3yo maiden features a competitive field with several progressive types and recent strong performances over the track/distance. The key recent form race is the February 1 Bunbury 1400m maiden won by Lash Out (moderate subsequent form but reliable line), where Wahoochino (2nd by 0.1L, fast-finishing from back) and La Nocciola (3rd by 0.3L, strong late from midfield) produced eye-catching efforts. Coracao (8th) was prominent early but faded, while others like Playing Free have shown flashes but lack consistency late. Eightyseven Lad brings strong recent 1200m form (2nd at Pinjarra Scarp, travelled well) and Pike aboard, suggesting he can handle the extra 200m. Pace should be moderate with Coracao/Playing Free capable of pushing forward, potentially favouring on-pace types or strong finishers given the +6m rail and Good 4 (possible Good 3 upgrade). Rail favours those drawn inside-midfield. Wahoochino's last-start effort stands out for closing speed, La Nocciola consistent placer at trip, Eightyseven Lad progressive with class jockey. Debutants Billionaire's Row and Lexgo Lady add unknowns but pedigree helps. Overall, clear top chances head the market with depth behind. Expect a genuine contest with fitness and tactical positioning key. (approx 380 words)
Top 4-6 Predicted Contenders
- WAHOOCHINO — Outstanding last-start 2nd over track/distance, fast-finishing, rail draw, big upside.
- LA NOCCIOLA — Consistent at 1400m, strong late in same key race, good draw, reliable.
- EIGHTYSEVEN LAD — Progressive, strong recent 1200m 2nd, Pike/strong stable, suits trip.
- CORACAO — Good draw, on-pace ability, competitive in key line, can improve.
- PLAYING FREE — Early speed, placed form earlier, 1400m suits, if settles closer.
- BILLIONAIRE'S ROW — Debutant with strong pedigree/trials, watch closely.
100% Framed Market
Bunbury Race 4 - 1400m 3yo MDN
- 3 WAHOOCHINO — AODDS 3.20
- 9 LA NOCCIOLA — AODDS 4.00
- 2 EIGHTYSEVEN LAD — AODDS 5.00
- 10 CORACAO — AODDS 7.50
- 1 PLAYING FREE — AODDS 9.00
- 6 BILLIONAIRE'S ROW — AODDS 12.00
- 12 LEXGO LADY — AODDS 15.00
- 4 LORD ARCADIA — AODDS 21.00
- 8 PRESSURISED — AODDS 26.00
- 5 PIPE DOWN CHACHI — AODDS 34.00
- 11 SECRETCHINO — AODDS 51.00
Posted Feb 11, 2026, 10:21 PM UTC