Bendigo Race 8 - Braidies Tavern
PAW NILBERT (8) was well fancied last time on the strength of a win two back but could only manage fifth (28.37) at this track. Better than the latest run and deserves another chance. PAW VORTEX (1) was crowded for room and fell at The Meadows last time after finishing fourth in a Free For All two back. No luck latest and gets chance to atone. ZELDA BRAGA (2) goes very well at the course with two wins and a placing from five starts. Below best last time at Shepparton (22.44) in a Grade 4/5, finishing a 8 length fourth. Looks well placed here and among the chances. OFF THE BEER (4) cannot be overlooked following a recent narrow defeat after leading.
Stats
Comments
Strong record off the draw with five wins and four minors from 11 starts. Looks a key chance on best form.
Last Starts 4 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0/8 | 02/11/2026 | 7 | SPEC H | $10,380.00 | The Meadows | 600m | 0:41.47 | 0:34.54 | 0:34.08 | N/A | 8 |
| 99.0L | $14.00 |
| 4/7 | 26/10/2026 | 11 | FFA | $3,880.00 | Sandown | 515m | 0:29.55 | 0:29.39 | 0:29.26 | N/A | 7 |
| 2.2L | $14.00 |
| 3/5 | 15/10/2026 | 7 | SPEC | $9,060.00 | Sandown | 515m | 0:29.73 | 0:29.43 | 0:29.28 | N/A | 3 |
| 4.2L | $7.00 |
| 2/7 | 08/10/2026 | 7 | MX 3/4 | $9,060.00 | Sandown | 515m | 0:29.56 | 0:29.16 | 0:29.16 | N/A | 1 |
| 5.8L | $7.00 |
| 3/6 | 01/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4 | $9,060.00 | Sandown | 515m | 0:29.86 | 0:29.65 | 0:29.57 | N/A | 5 |
| 3.0L | $7.00 |
| 1/6 | 24/09/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $8,790.00 | Sandown | 515m | 0:29.48 | 0:29.48 | 0:29.20 | N/A | 3 |
| 3.5L | $7.00 |
Stats
Comments
Was out of placings last time (22.44) at Shepparton in a Grade 4/5, finishing fourth and beaten 8 lengths. Goes very well from the draw boasting two victories and four places from 11 starts. Has ability and should be around the money.
Last Starts 4 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8 | 02/11/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $3,360.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.44 | 0:21.86 | 0:21.86 | N/A | 7 |
| 8.3L | $9.00 |
| 5/8 | 26/10/2026 | 7 | FFA | $3,360.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.38 | 0:21.81 | 0:21.81 | N/A | 2 |
| 8.2L | $7.00 |
| 2/7 | 19/10/2026 | 7 | MX 3/4 | $3,360.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.19 | 0:22.14 | 0:21.81 | N/A | 3 |
| 0.7L | $7.00 |
| 2/7 | 12/10/2026 | 7 | MX 3/4 | $3,360.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.55 | 0:22.50 | 0:21.89 | N/A | 8 |
| 0.8L | $12.00 |
| 4/6 | 05/10/2026 | 9 | GR 4/5 | $3,360.00 | Shepparton | 450m | 0:25.82 | 0:25.26 | 0:25.21 | N/A | 3 |
| 8.0L | $21.00 |
| 3/5 | 26/09/2026 | 5 | GR 5 FIN | $9,060.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.70 | 0:30.28 | 0:29.73 | N/A | 8 |
| 6.0L | $2.60 |
Stats
Comments
Hit the frame again last time when second (27.27) at Horsham, making it three minor placings in a row. Has a low draw. Looks to have the job ahead.
Last Starts 3 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 03/11/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $3,880.00 | Horsham | 485m | 0:27.27 | 0:27.07 | 0:27.07 | N/A | 5 |
| 3.0L | $13.00 |
| 3/8 | 27/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $3,360.00 | Geelong | 460m | 0:25.91 | 0:25.65 | 0:25.34 | N/A | 4 |
| 3.7L | $18.00 |
| 3/6 | 20/10/2026 | 8 | FFA | $3,360.00 | Horsham | 410m | 0:23.22 | 0:23.06 | 0:22.87 | N/A | 2 |
| 2.3L | $5.00 |
| 1/8 | 12/10/2026 | 6 | MX 3/4 | $3,360.00 | Horsham | 410m | 0:23.48 | 0:23.48 | 0:23.35 | N/A | 2 |
| 0.8L | $5.50 |
| 5/7 | 06/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $3,880.00 | Horsham | 485m | 0:27.88 | 0:27.66 | 0:27.47 | N/A | 8 |
| 3.2L | $9.50 |
| 2/8 | 29/09/2026 | 10 | GR 4/5 | $3,880.00 | Horsham | 485m | 0:27.51 | 0:27.51 | 0:27.30 | N/A | 5 |
| 0.3L | $3.70 |
Stats
Comments
Won two starts back after racing on the pace at this track over 500m in 28.31. Followed that up with a minor placing over 525m at The Meadows at Grade 5 a week-and-a-half ago. Capable of a good showing.
Last Starts 9 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/5 | 28/10/2026 | 8 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.70 | 0:30.52 | 0:30.08 | N/A | 6 |
| 2.8L | $26.00 |
| 1/8 | 20/10/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.31 | 0:28.31 | 0:27.92 | N/A | 5 |
| 0.3L | $10.00 |
| 1/8 | 13/10/2026 | 7 | Rank Limit - Grade 5 | $1,530.00 | Geelong | 460m | 0:26.14 | 0:26.14 | 0:26.11 | N/A | 6 |
| 0.1L | $2.90 |
| 1/6 | 06/10/2026 | 6 | Bottom Up - Grade 5 | $1,530.00 | Geelong | 460m | 0:26.19 | 0:26.19 | 0:25.88 | N/A | 4 |
| 4.0L | $1.60 |
| 6/7 | 30/09/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $3,880.00 | Sandown | 515m | 0:30.25 | 0:29.75 | 0:29.34 | N/A | 7 |
| 7.3L | $67.00 |
| 6/6 | 23/09/2026 | 5 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.79 | 0:30.14 | 0:29.97 | N/A | 5 |
| 9.5L | $10.00 |
Stats
Comments
Backs up after finishing 6th on November 2 over 525m at The Meadows in a Grade 5. Will be tested in this company.
Last Starts 4 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 02/11/2026 | 5 | GR 5 | $8,790.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.81 | 0:30.09 | 0:30.05 | N/A | 3 |
| 10.2L | $21.00 |
| 5/6 | 28/10/2026 | 4 | FFA | $3,880.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.43 | 0:30.08 | 0:30.08 | N/A | 2 |
| 5.0L | $14.00 |
| 3/7 | 24/10/2026 | 3 | GR 5 | $8,790.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.54 | 0:29.85 | 0:29.85 | N/A | 7 |
| 9.9L | $61.00 |
| 4/7 | 21/10/2026 | 4 | GR 4/5 | $3,880.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.76 | 0:29.88 | 0:29.88 | N/A | 7 |
| 12.6L | $61.00 |
| 4/8 | 17/10/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $8,790.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.51 | 0:30.25 | 0:29.75 | N/A | 1 |
| 3.7L | $15.00 |
| 7/8 | 10/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $9,060.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:31.11 | 0:29.79 | 0:29.69 | N/A | 6 |
| 18.9L | $101.00 |
Stats
Comments
Could only manage fifth last time but the start prior hit the frame at double figure odds when third (31.50) over 545m at Ballarat. Boxed out wide but is in the mix.
Last Starts 11 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 26/10/2026 | 19 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | Sandown | 515m | 0:30.30 | 0:29.73 | 0:29.26 | N/A | 6 |
| 8.1L | $8.00 |
| 3/7 | 07/10/2026 | 13 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | Ballarat | 545m | 0:31.50 | 0:31.10 | 0:31.10 | N/A | 3 |
| 5.8L | $23.00 |
| 7/7 | 24/09/2026 | 5 | GR 4/5 | $10,380.00 | Sandown | 715m | 0:43.30 | 0:42.01 | 0:42.01 | N/A | 3 |
| 18.5L | $81.00 |
| 4/5 | 19/09/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $10,380.00 | The Meadows | 600m | 0:34.81 | 0:34.50 | 0:34.50 | N/A | 1 |
| 4.4L | $23.00 |
| 3/8 | 12/09/2026 | 5 | GR 5 | $10,100.00 | The Meadows | 600m | 0:35.27 | 0:35.21 | 0:34.21 | N/A | 8 |
| 0.9L | $21.00 |
| 1/6 | 07/09/2026 | 21 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | Traralgon | 570m | 0:33.41 | 0:33.41 | 0:33.41 | N/A | 8 |
| 1.1L | $3.10 |
Stats
Comments
Was well supported last time and charged out of the boxes with a slick early sectional but swallowed up late, finishing a 4 length fifth (28.37) over 500m at this track. Has a very good strike-rate out of box 8, scoring two times. Go close.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 30/10/2026 | 6 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.37 | 0:28.13 | 0:27.89 | N/A | 2 |
| 3.8L | $2.00 |
| 1/8 | 24/10/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $8,790.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.34 | 0:30.34 | 0:29.85 | N/A | 8 |
| 3.9L | $2.60 |
| 3/8 | 17/10/2026 | 9 | GR 5 | $8,790.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.68 | 0:30.39 | 0:29.75 | N/A | 6 |
| 4.2L | $4.00 |
| 2/8 | 08/10/2026 | 7 | RST WIN | $3,360.00 | Warrnambool | 450m | 0:25.40 | 0:25.40 | 0:25.35 | N/A | 7 |
| 0.3L | $3.70 |
| 3/8 | 01/10/2026 | 5 | GR 5 | $2,930.00 | Warrnambool | 450m | 0:25.52 | 0:25.45 | 0:25.12 | N/A | 1 |
| 1.0L | $3.80 |
| 4/8 | 26/09/2026 | 10 | GR 5 | $8,790.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.84 | 0:30.31 | 0:29.73 | N/A | 8 |
| 7.8L | $2.60 |
| 99/1 | 25/08/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Geelong | 400m | N/A | - | N/A | N/A | 3 |
| 99L | $0.00 |
Stats
Comments
Strong performance to win by 1.5 lengths at this track over 500m (28.48) beating Cornhill Boomer in Grade 5 on November 4. Form reads well for this.
Last Starts 2 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 04/11/2026 | 6 | GR 5 | $1,740.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.48 | 0:28.48 | 0:28.19 | N/A | 2 |
| 1.5L | $3.10 |
| 3/6 | 29/10/2026 | 3 | GR 5 | $1,530.00 | Shepparton | 450m | 0:25.98 | 0:25.86 | 0:25.63 | N/A | 2 |
| 1.7L | $6.00 |
| 7/8 | 26/10/2026 | 6 | GR 5 H | $2,930.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.73 | 0:22.26 | 0:21.81 | N/A | 8 |
| 6.8L | $23.00 |
| 5/8 | 20/10/2026 | 5 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.65 | 0:28.31 | 0:27.92 | N/A | 7 |
| 4.9L | $81.00 |
| 6/7 | 15/10/2026 | 5 | Rank Limit - Grade 5 | $1,530.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.79 | 0:22.06 | 0:22.06 | N/A | 8 |
| 10.4L | $14.00 |
| 2/8 | 10/10/2026 | 3 | Bottom Up - Grade 5 | $1,740.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.49 | 0:28.11 | 0:28.11 | N/A | 1 |
| 5.3L | $9.50 |
| 4/6 | 07/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $1,740.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.61 | 0:28.39 | 0:28.13 | N/A | 4 |
| 3.3L | $14.00 |
Stats
Comments
Backs up after finishing 5th on November 4 over 525m at The Meadows in a Grade 5. Hard to have this time.
Last Starts 2 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 04/11/2026 | 5 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:30.88 | 0:30.65 | 0:29.76 | N/A | 8 |
| 3.5L | $16.00 |
| 7/8 | 30/10/2026 | 2 | GR 5 | $1,530.00 | Healesville | 350m | 0:19.93 | 0:19.52 | 0:19.43 | N/A | 5 |
| 6.0L | $46.00 |
| 5/5 | 28/10/2026 | 14 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:31.46 | 0:30.72 | 0:30.08 | N/A | 2 |
| 10.8L | $5.50 |
| 5/7 | 14/10/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $3,340.00 | The Meadows | 525m | 0:31.29 | 0:30.36 | 0:30.03 | N/A | 6 |
| 13.4L | $31.00 |
| 1/7 | 10/10/2026 | 10 | Bottom Up - Grade 5 | $1,740.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.57 | 0:28.57 | 0:28.11 | N/A | 4 |
| 2.3L | $6.00 |
| 6/6 | 30/09/2026 | 14 | GR 5 | $1,530.00 | Bendigo | 425m | 0:24.64 | 0:24.37 | 0:23.81 | N/A | 6 |
| 3.9L | $3.20 |
| 4/7 | 16/09/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $1,740.00 | Bendigo | 500m | 0:28.90 | 0:28.51 | 0:28.32 | N/A | 1 |
| 5.6L | $2.90 |
| 99/1 | 01/07/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Bendigo | 425m | N/A | - | N/A | N/A | 2 |
| 99L | $0.00 |
| 99/1 | 25/05/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 390m | N/A | - | N/A | N/A | 5 |
| 99L | $0.00 |