Geelong Race 3 - Vale Greg Sugars 3Yo Trot
VYTIS (7) was one of the leading juveniles of last season, last seen when landing a well-deserved Group 1 win in the Redwood Classic in October. Had been very consistent prior and two trials will have him ready to go so could make a winning return. ENCHAUFFOUR (8) was beaten into fourth when resuming as a hot favourite at Melton but did draw on the back row and had to work to find the front. He'll be fitter for that and was a G1 winner last season so is talented. KEAYANG KURKI (5) is another G1 winner from last season. Talented and is worth keeping safe fresh. VOLSTEADSDELIGHT (6) hasn't raced for two months but is progressive, adding to a string of top-two finishes when winning her latest hitout at Kilmore. IM EDDIE (3) came from wider for a debut win at Stawell. Could take the next step.

Driver: David Murphy
Stats
Comments
Well-beaten 8 days ago at Kilmore over 2180m, before that 7th (Fr5) over 1690m after showing early speed at Maryborough, well beaten by Tracy The Jet (2:05.50) in 3yo MAIDEN on April 2 at $41. Unlikely to threaten.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8/8 | 24/04/2025 | 22 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 2180m | Neutral | David Murphy | 2:06.7 | 6 |
| 62.0L | $19.00 |
7/9 | 02/04/2025 | 12 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Maryborough | 1690m | Neutral | David Murphy | 1:59.5 | 5 |
| 97.3L | $41.00 |
2/5 | 29/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | D Murphy | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
5/12 | 21/03/2025 | 14 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Geelong | 1609m | Neutral | David Murphy | 2:02.3 | 1 |
| 15.9L | $6.00 |
2/9 | 07/03/2025 | 8 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Geelong | 1609m | Neutral | David Murphy | 2:03.1 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $11.00 |
11/12 | 27/02/2025 | 160 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 2180m | Neutral | David Murphy | 2:03.1 | 1 |
| 88.8L | $81.00 |
2/4 | 22/02/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | D Murphy | 0 |
| 4L | $0.00 | ||
11/12 | 20/09/2024 | 16 | No NR | $20,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | D A Murphy | 2:01.4 | 2 |
| 208.4L | $101.00 |

Driver: Glen Craven
Stats
Comments
Last start 5th (Fr2) over 2240m at Melton, beaten 22 m by Jilliby Dreamlover (2:47.80) in 3yo No NR on April 12 at $151. Two runs back 6th (Fr2) over 2160m at Hamilton, beaten 24 m by Old Villa Boy (2:40.50) in NR up to 59 on March 26 at $71. Cannot enthuse on what we have seen of late.
Last Starts 27 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5/10 | 12/04/2025 | 17 | No NR | $15,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Michael Bellman | 2:00.6 | 2 |
| 22.1L | $151.00 |
3/5 | 06/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Ararat | 1790m | M W White | 0 |
| 40L | $0.00 | ||
6/8 | 26/03/2025 | 14 | NR up to 59 | $6,000.00 | Hamilton | 2160m | Neutral | Jason Ainsworth | 1:59.6 | 2 |
| 24.2L | $71.00 |
3/8 | 12/03/2025 | 12 | NR up to 49 | $4,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | Kerryn Manning | 2:01.0 | 1 |
| 10.4L | $19.00 |
6/10 | 28/02/2025 | 9 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Ararat | 2195m | Neutral | Lochie Cook | 2:01.9 | 2 |
| 43.1L | $101.00 |
6/7 | 19/02/2025 | 13 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Stawell | 2180m | Neutral | Kerryn Manning | 2:05.1 | 3 |
| 22.3L | $10.00 |
6/8 | 06/02/2025 | 6 | 0-2 WINS | $6,000.00 | Ballarat | 2200m | Neutral | Kerryn Manning | 2:02.1 | 5 |
| 11.7L | $34.00 |
5/6 | 16/03/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 1690m | T Ainsworth | 0 |
| 2L | $0.00 |

Driver: Kerryn Manning
Stats
Comments
Was on debut just off the speed and boxed on; posted a big 4.5 m win as favourite after showing early speed, (Fr5) at Stawell (2:48.90) beating Aldebaran Buddy in MAIDEN on April 18 at $3.70 at the bell was 3rd-10.5m 2WNC. Consider.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/11 | 18/04/2025 | - | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Stawell | 2180m | Neutral | Kerryn Manning | 2:04.7 | 5 |
| 4.6L | $3.70 |
4/5 | 19/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Stawell | 1785m | L Cooke | 0 |
| 50L | $0.00 |

Driver: Ewa Justice
Stats
Comments
Has been racing well this preparation and showed plenty of improvement following April 11 run. Just managed to hang on and win won by a nose when quickly away, (Fr5) at Cranbourne (2:05.40) beating Parlezvous Patty in MAIDEN on April 18 at $16 at the bell was leading 1.4m on the pegs. This race will be harder than that win. Forward showing expected.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/7 | 18/04/2025 | 7 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1609m | Neutral | Ewa Justice | 2:05.4 | 5 |
| 0.1L | $16.00 |
6/12 | 11/04/2025 | 12 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 2:02.1 | 5 |
| 8.9L | $34.00 |
2/5 | 30/03/2025 | 9 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Cranbourne | 2080m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 2:05.9 | 5 |
| 19.4L | $5.00 |
3/5 | 25/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Ewa Justice | 0 |
| 13.3L | $0.00 | |
11/12 | 21/03/2025 | 14 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Geelong | 1609m | Neutral | John Justice | 2:02.3 | 5 |
| 89.1L | $81.00 |
5/9 | 07/03/2025 | 12 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Geelong | 1609m | Neutral | John Justice | 2:03.1 | 1 |
| 8.9L | $41.00 |
3/7 | 04/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 1720m | Good | James Herbertson | 0 |
| 5.5L | $0.00 | |
7/9 | 23/02/2025 | 221 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1609m | Neutral | Ewa Justice | 2:06.0 | 2 |
| 62.6L | $101.00 |

Driver: Jason Lee
Stats
Comments
Resuming after a spell of five-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation when well beaten into ninth behind Prohibited Grace at Melton over 2240m in a 2yo G2 No NR F on November 16 at $9. Proven fresh so expect a strong return.
Last Starts 17 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6/6 | 22/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Terang | 2180m | Antti Ruokonen | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 | ||
4/4 | 08/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Terang | 2180m | Antti Ruokonen | 0 |
| 50L | $0.00 | ||
9/12 | 16/11/2024 | 20 | No NR | $60,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Glen Craven | 1:58.4 | 6 |
| 60.0L | $9.00 |
12/12 | 27/10/2024 | 8 | No NR | $75,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | Jason Lee | 2:01.6 | 6 |
| 519.3L | $12.00 |
3/10 | 19/10/2024 | 35 | No NR | $25,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Jason Lee | 2:00.6 | 2 |
| 3.6L | $9.00 |
1/11 | 14/09/2024 | 10 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Jason Lee | 1:59.7 | 6 |
| 6.7L | $41.00 |
5/11 | 04/09/2024 | 21 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | J P Lee | 1:59.2 | 5 |
| 20.5L | $9.00 |
6/9 | 14/08/2024 | 116 | 0-1 WIN | $7,000.00 | Terang | 1680m | Neutral | J P Lee | 2:02.7 | 2 |
| 11.4L | $2.80 |

Driver: John Caldow
Stats
Comments
Resumes. Finished off last campaign recording by 1.5 m after showing early speed, (Fr2) held up early, at Kilmore (2:46.80) beating Coconut Mickey in 0-1 WIN on February 27 at $13 at the bell was 4th-4.4m on the pegs. Previous preparation first-up won by 2 m after showing early speed, (Fr4) at Maryborough (2:53.50) beating Columbias Gonzales in MAIDEN on January 17 at $3.80. Shows promise so could measure up.
Last Starts 71 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1/12 | 27/02/2025 | 7 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 2180m | Neutral | John Caldow | 2:03.1 | 2 |
| 1.6L | $13.00 |
3/10 | 20/02/2025 | 21 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Ballarat | 2200m | Neutral | Chris Alford | 2:02.0 | 6 |
| 7.4L | $12.00 |
3/10 | 30/01/2025 | 13 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 1690m | Neutral | John Caldow | 2:00.9 | 2 |
| 12.1L | $21.00 |
1/7 | 17/01/2025 | 147 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | John Caldow | 2:07.5 | 4 |
| 2.1L | $3.80 |
3/6 | 07/01/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | John Caldow | 0 |
| 7.9L | $0.00 | |
1/4 | 28/12/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Bacchus Marsh | 1940m | Warren Greene | 0 |
| 4L | $0.00 | ||
9/9 | 23/08/2024 | - | No NR | $10,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | John Caldow | 2:00.3 | 1 |
| 34.8L | $81.00 |

Driver: Emmett Brosnan
Stats
Comments
First up. At the last run he posted a big 3.5 m win (FT Fr1) at Maryborough (2:45.50) beating Gatesys Gem in 2yo G1 No NR on October 27 at $4.60 at the bell was 3rd-4m on the pegs. Leading player.
Last Starts 17 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4/5 | 22/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Emmett Brosnan | 0 |
| 12.5L | $0.00 | |
3/4 | 14/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Geelong | 2100m | Emmett Brosnan | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 | ||
1/12 | 27/10/2024 | 8 | No NR | $75,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | Emmett Brosnan | 2:01.6 | 1 |
| 3.6L | $4.60 |
2/10 | 19/10/2024 | 35 | No NR | $25,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Emmett Brosnan | 2:00.6 | 5 |
| 3.0L | $10.00 |
2/12 | 14/09/2024 | 10 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Emmett Brosnan | 1:59.5 | 6 |
| 2.7L | $2.50 |
2/9 | 04/09/2024 | 12 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | Emmett Brosnan | 2:02.5 | 6 |
| 1.9L | $2.25 |
2/9 | 23/08/2024 | 14 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | Emmett Brosnan | 2:00.3 | 7 |
| 0.2L | $3.70 |
4/9 | 09/08/2024 | 58 | No NR | $7,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | Emmett Brosnan | 1:59.0 | 1 |
| 3.9L | $4.80 |

Driver: James Herbertson
Stats
Comments
Resumed when beaten 5.5 m fourth behind Jilliby Dreamlover at Melton over 2240m in a 3yo No NR on April 12. Fitter and can progress.
Last Starts 27 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4/10 | 12/04/2025 | 147 | No NR | $15,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Greg Sugars | 2:00.6 | 2 |
| 5.7L | $1.45 |
1/7 | 25/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Greg Sugars | 0 |
| 10.2L | $0.00 | |
3/6 | 11/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Greg Sugars | 0 |
| 10.8L | $0.00 | |
1/11 | 16/11/2024 | 10 | No NR | $50,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:58.7 | 2 |
| 7.8L | $1.95 |
1/8 | 06/11/2024 | 10 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:58.9 | 2 |
| 0.1L | $3.00 |
3/12 | 27/10/2024 | 8 | No NR | $75,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | Greg Sugars | 2:01.6 | 3 |
| 4.8L | $8.50 |
4/10 | 19/10/2024 | 182 | No NR | $25,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Greg Sugars | 2:00.6 | 2 |
| 4.7L | $61.00 |
9/12 | 20/04/2024 | 10 | $75,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | N R Jack | 2:03.8 | 6 |
| 212.6L | $7.00 |

Driver: Jackie Barker
Stats
Comments
Last start 7th (Fr2) over 2180m at Kilmore beaten 60 m by Tiara Gail (2:51.60) in 3yo MAIDEN on April 24 at $5.50. Two runs back 6th (Sr1) over 2240m at Melton, beaten 30 m by Jilliby Dreamlover (2:47.80) in 3yo No NR on April 12 at $151. Not going well enough.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7/8 | 24/04/2025 | 12 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 2180m | Neutral | Brent Murphy | 2:06.7 | 2 |
| 59.0L | $5.50 |
6/10 | 12/04/2025 | 351 | No NR | $15,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Brent Murphy | 2:00.6 | 1 |
| 28.9L | $151.00 |
1/4 | 06/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 1690m | Brent Murphy | 0 |
| 4L | $0.00 | ||
2/4 | 29/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Brent Murphy | 0 |
| 15L | $0.00 | ||
8/9 | 26/04/2024 | 10 | $7,000.00 | Bendigo | 1650m | Neutral | Brent Murphy | 2:03.3 | 7 |
| 56.1L | $151.00 | |
4/6 | 16/04/2024 | - | $4,500.00 | Cranbourne | 1609m | Neutral | Brent Murphy | 2:03.8 | 5 |
| 55.4L | $101.00 |

Driver: Chris (Jnr) Lang
Stats
Comments
Last start 6th (Fr6) over 1609m at Cranbourne, beaten 25 m by Strzelecki Sun (1:59.40) in 0-2 WINS on April 18 at $3.10. Two runs back 4th (Sr5) over 2240m at Melton beaten 22 m by Prohibited Grace (2:44.80) in 2yo G2 No NR F on November 16 at $26. Strips fitter and is a solid chance.
Last Starts 17 days since last start
Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2/7 | 22/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Chris Jnr Lang | 0 |
| 27.3L | $0.00 | |
6/8 | 18/04/2025 | 153 | 0-2 WINS | $6,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1609m | Neutral | Chris Jnr Lang | 1:59.4 | 6 |
| 26.8L | $3.10 |
2/4 | 14/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Geelong | 2100m | Chris | 0 |
| 1L | $0.00 | ||
4/12 | 16/11/2024 | 4 | No NR | $60,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Chris Jnr Lang | 1:58.4 | 5 |
| 22.2L | $26.00 |
8/8 | 12/11/2024 | 16 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Neutral | Chris Jnr Lang | 1:57.9 | 4 |
| 204.1L | $2.00 |
5/12 | 27/10/2024 | 53 | No NR | $75,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | Chris Jnr Lang | 2:01.6 | 2 |
| 26.6L | $26.00 |
1/12 | 04/09/2024 | 12 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Neutral | C A Lang | 2:06.4 | 2 |
| 0.2L | $2.80 |
3/9 | 23/08/2024 | 14 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | C A Lang | 2:00.3 | 5 |
| 2.3L | $10.00 |