Shepparton Race 1 - Stephen "Bandit" Baldwin Memorial
MISS ANNABELLE (1) is a Steven Vantaarling-trained newcomer by Bernardo out of Zero Cool. Drawn favourably and can capitalise. Profiles strongly for this and can make an immediate impact. YANGTZE QUEEN (2) settled well back early on debut and always towards the tail to finish sixth (24.57) at Bendigo over 425m. Much improved and rates a winning chance. SMART BOMB (8) will need a clean break from an outside box at her debut. Ratings suggest a place chance. LIKE FEW OTHERS (7) is a newcomer from the Jack Bryant kennel. Start all important and will need some luck getting across from the wide draw. Can sneak into the frame with the right run.
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First race starter by Bernardo from Zero Cool. She looks suitably boxed. Expected to feature.
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Last start was on debut when she finished 6th on October 23 over 425m at Bendigo behind Texas Toast beaten 5 lengths (24.57) in a Maiden. Capable of a strong show.
Last Starts 8 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 23/10/2026 | - | MDN | $2,540.00 | Bendigo | 425m | 0:24.57 | 0:24.25 | 0:23.70 | N/A | 8 |
| 4.8L | $6.00 |
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Turned in a sound debut over 390m at this track finishing third (22.67) and beaten 4 lengths. Holds top-three claims.
Last Starts 5 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 26/10/2026 | - | MDN | $2,540.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.67 | 0:22.40 | 0:21.81 | N/A | 1 |
| 4.0L | $3.70 |
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Good effort last time when second (23.90) over 390m at this track. Squeeze draw to overcome. Others preferred.
Last Starts 2 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 29/10/2026 | 7 | MDN | $1,530.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:23.90 | 0:23.62 | 0:22.22 | N/A | 8 |
| 4.0L | $4.20 |
| 5/7 | 22/10/2026 | 3 | MDN | $1,530.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:23.02 | 0:22.59 | 0:22.03 | N/A | 6 |
| 6.2L | $5.00 |
| 4/7 | 19/10/2026 | 4 | RST WIN | $2,930.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:23.02 | 0:22.42 | 0:21.81 | N/A | 2 |
| 8.8L | $15.00 |
| 3/7 | 15/10/2026 | 155 | Rank Limit - Maiden | $1,530.00 | Shepparton | 390m | 0:22.95 | 0:22.75 | 0:22.06 | N/A | 3 |
| 3.0L | $4.80 |
| 2/8 | 13/05/2026 | 7 | MDN | $1,530.00 | Bendigo | 425m | 0:24.62 | 0:24.45 | 0:23.96 | N/A | 7 |
| 2.5L | $6.50 |
| 4/7 | 06/05/2026 | 5 | Bottom Up - Maiden | $1,530.00 | Bendigo | 425m | 0:24.91 | 0:24.27 | 0:24.09 | N/A | 2 |
| 9.1L | $4.30 |
| 4/8 | 01/05/2026 | 7 | MDN FIN | $2,930.00 | Bendigo | 425m | 0:24.59 | 0:24.25 | 0:23.71 | N/A | 2 |
| 5.0L | $33.60 |
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Ran a solid race on debut when settled well off the lead early but got home well to finish fifth (17.32) at Healesville over 300m. Should be further improved. Others better.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
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| 5/8 | 25/10/2026 | - | MDN | $2,540.00 | Healesville | 300m | 0:17.32 | 0:17.02 | 0:16.77 | N/A | 1 |
| 4.3L | $3.20 |
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First starter by Bernardo from Zero Cool. Trained by Sean Van Taarling. Might pay to watch for a market push.
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Debutante by Bernardo from Lamia Dominique. Looks a solid contender.
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Debutante by Fernando Bale from Missile Dani. Profiles strongly and can measure up.