The Gardens Race 7 - Mark Hughes Foundation
HOOKED ON JOY (1) was well in the market last time but only managed sixth (22.84), beaten 8 lengths. Was in the money the start prior. Yet to win out of this box but has been in the placings two times from four starts. Has ability and is a key runner. BREAKAWAY ZIPPER (4) boasts a strong record this journey here with four wins and three minors from 11 tries. Was out of the placings last time (23.42) at this track in a Grade 5, finishing fourth and beaten 8 lengths. Can feature in the finish. BILLY BLINDERS (3) finished in the placings last time but could not have been more impressive before that in her handy 22.84 win at this track over 400m. Has the ability and can find winning form again. MINTER MULWEE (5) was out of the money here last time out but can bounce back.
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Found some support last start but struggled and finished 6th in a Grade 5 on March 24 over 388m at Gosford behind Ruby Juan beaten 8 lengths (22.84). Placed two back at this track. Fought on last time. Has the ability and right in the mix.
Last Starts 3 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 24/03/2026 | 10 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:22.84 | 0:22.27 | 0:21.83 | N/A | 1 |
| 8.3L | $3.30 |
| 3/7 | 14/03/2026 | 8 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.95 | 0:22.57 | 0:22.33 | N/A | 4 |
| 5.3L | $5.00 |
| 5/8 | 06/03/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.08 | 0:22.59 | 0:22.59 | N/A | 1 |
| 7.0L | $2.70 |
| 1/6 | 27/02/2026 | 6 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.91 | 0:22.91 | 0:22.68 | N/A | 4 |
| 0.1L | $2.80 |
| 5/8 | 21/02/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.22 | 0:23.01 | 0:22.56 | N/A | 8 |
| 3.0L | $2.60 |
| 2/7 | 14/02/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.86 | 0:22.57 | 0:22.57 | N/A | 1 |
| 4.3L | $1.60 |
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Good effort at double-figure odds last time when third (22.86) over 400m at Maitland. Drawn close to the inside. Deserves respect.
Last Starts 4 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 23/03/2026 | 11 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Maitland | 400m | 0:22.86 | 0:22.73 | 0:22.16 | N/A | 6 |
| 1.8L | $31.00 |
| 6/8 | 12/03/2026 | 10 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.85 | 0:22.88 | 0:22.61 | N/A | 4 |
| 13.8L | $14.00 |
| 4/8 | 02/03/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Maitland | 400m | 0:22.81 | 0:22.43 | 0:22.20 | N/A | 6 |
| 5.3L | $31.00 |
| 4/7 | 23/02/2026 | 9 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Maitland | 400m | 0:22.66 | 0:22.38 | 0:22.24 | N/A | 3 |
| 4.0L | $46.00 |
| 5/7 | 14/02/2026 | 4 | GR 4/5 | $2,520.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.09 | 0:22.57 | 0:22.57 | N/A | 1 |
| 7.5L | $34.00 |
| 7/8 | 10/02/2026 | 10 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Bulli | 340m | 0:19.74 | 0:19.05 | 0:18.98 | N/A | 8 |
| 9.8L | $61.00 |
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Hit the frame last time at this track but the start prior was an eye-catching winner after racing just off the speed, scoring by 0.8 lengths in a Grade 5 at this track and recording a respectable 22.84 over the 400m journey. Can measure up on top win two back.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 13/03/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $2,520.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.87 | 0:22.70 | 0:22.27 | N/A | 2 |
| 2.3L | $7.50 |
| 1/8 | 06/03/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.84 | 0:22.84 | 0:22.59 | N/A | 6 |
| 0.8L | $8.00 |
| 2/6 | 27/02/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.92 | 0:22.91 | 0:22.68 | N/A | 7 |
| 0.1L | $10.00 |
| 1/6 | 20/02/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.04 | 0:23.04 | 0:22.67 | N/A | 1 |
| 3.0L | $3.10 |
| 2/7 | 13/02/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.22 | 0:22.82 | 0:22.36 | N/A | 1 |
| 5.8L | $3.70 |
| 2/7 | 06/02/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.16 | 0:22.79 | 0:22.57 | N/A | 1 |
| 5.3L | $2.40 |
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Comments
Nearing another win after her success on February 6 at this track over 400m. Last start was fourth over 400m in 23.42, behind Flying Monkey's. Capable of a strong show.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/6 | 21/03/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.42 | 0:22.81 | 0:22.60 | N/A | 5 |
| 8.8L | $7.00 |
| 5/7 | 14/03/2026 | 32 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.20 | 0:22.33 | 0:22.33 | N/A | 3 |
| 12.3L | $8.00 |
| 7/8 | 10/02/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Grafton | 350m | 0:20.53 | 0:19.79 | 0:19.79 | N/A | 5 |
| 10.5L | $14.00 |
| 1/7 | 06/02/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.92 | 0:22.92 | 0:22.57 | N/A | 1 |
| 4.0L | $2.70 |
| 2/8 | 30/01/2026 | 31 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.02 | 0:22.92 | 0:22.47 | N/A | 8 |
| 1.5L | $1.70 |
| 6/7 | 30/12/2025 | 14 | GR 5 | $2,310.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:23.21 | 0:22.74 | 0:22.09 | N/A | 6 |
| 6.5L | $2.70 |
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Found some support last start but struggled and finished 4th in a Grade 5 on February 26 over 272m at this track behind Don't Do It beaten 4.5 lengths (16.35). Placed two back at this track. Is a danger.
Last Starts 29 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/8 | 26/02/2026 | 6 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 272m | 0:16.35 | 0:16.05 | 0:16.02 | N/A | 8 |
| 4.3L | $2.80 |
| 3/7 | 20/02/2026 | 14 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.44 | 0:23.04 | 0:22.67 | N/A | 7 |
| 5.8L | $7.50 |
| 6/8 | 06/02/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.46 | 0:22.76 | 0:22.57 | N/A | 1 |
| 10.0L | $3.80 |
| 2/8 | 30/01/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.32 | 0:23.26 | 0:22.47 | N/A | 7 |
| 0.8L | $3.10 |
| 2/8 | 23/01/2026 | 9 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:22.95 | 0:22.87 | 0:22.70 | N/A | 6 |
| 1.0L | $2.70 |
| 8/8 | 14/01/2026 | 14 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Taree Super Track | 300m | 0:17.94 | 0:17.28 | 0:17.18 | N/A | 6 |
| 9.3L | $7.50 |
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Comments
Has been out of the money of late. Could only manage seventh last time out over 520m at Wentworth Park. Prepared to risk.
Last Starts 8 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 19/03/2026 | 6 | GR 5 | $5,840.00 | Wentworth Park | 520m | 0:31.17 | 0:30.09 | 0:29.45 | N/A | 2 |
| 15.5L | $46.00 |
| 6/8 | 13/03/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.69 | 0:23.14 | 0:22.27 | N/A | 4 |
| 7.8L | $16.00 |
| 6/8 | 06/03/2026 | 8 | GR 5 | $3,140.00 | The Gardens | 515m | 0:30.52 | 0:29.96 | 0:29.65 | N/A | 3 |
| 8.0L | $51.00 |
| 4/8 | 26/02/2026 | 6 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.47 | 0:23.38 | 0:23.08 | N/A | 2 |
| 1.3L | $8.00 |
| 6/7 | 20/02/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $3,140.00 | The Gardens | 515m | 0:30.94 | 0:30.40 | 0:29.95 | N/A | 7 |
| 7.8L | $27.00 |
| 7/7 | 16/02/2026 | 3 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.53 | 0:23.07 | 0:22.73 | N/A | 4 |
| 6.5L | $26.00 |
| 99/3 | 16/05/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Gardens | 272m | N/A | 0:16.07 | N/A | N/A | 3 |
| 2.43L | $0.00 |
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Comments
Backs up after finishing 5th on March 24 over 388m at Gosford in a Grade 5. Predicted to struggle on this occasion.
Last Starts 3 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 24/03/2026 | 3 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:23.20 | 0:22.59 | 0:21.83 | N/A | 3 |
| 8.8L | $27.00 |
| 4/7 | 21/03/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.84 | 0:22.82 | 0:22.60 | N/A | 7 |
| 14.5L | $9.50 |
| 8/8 | 17/03/2026 | 8 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:23.76 | 0:23.06 | 0:22.16 | N/A | 3 |
| 10.0L | $4.80 |
| 6/7 | 09/03/2026 | 18 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Maitland | 400m | 0:23.73 | 0:22.95 | 0:22.01 | N/A | 6 |
| 11.0L | $6.50 |
| 6/8 | 19/02/2026 | 91 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Richmond Straight | 324m | 0:18.09 | 0:17.78 | 0:17.43 | N/A | 1 |
| 4.3L | $67.00 |
| 8/8 | 20/11/2025 | 6 | GR 5 | $2,310.00 | Richmond Straight | 324m | 0:18.42 | 0:18.17 | 0:17.64 | N/A | 4 |
| 3.5L | $21.00 |
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Comments
Showed good improvement when third behind Speed Dial at Gosford last start over 388m (23.18). Has to be included.
Last Starts 3 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 24/03/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:23.18 | 0:22.59 | 0:21.83 | N/A | 2 |
| 8.3L | $20.00 |
| 6/8 | 17/03/2026 | 12 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:23.48 | 0:23.06 | 0:22.16 | N/A | 1 |
| 6.0L | $5.00 |
| 6/8 | 05/03/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:22.98 | 0:22.34 | 0:22.13 | N/A | 7 |
| 9.3L | $19.00 |
| 7/7 | 26/02/2026 | 10 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:24.07 | 0:23.10 | 0:23.08 | N/A | 7 |
| 13.8L | $14.00 |
| 7/8 | 16/02/2026 | 6 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | The Gardens | 400m | 0:23.80 | 0:23.24 | 0:22.73 | N/A | 1 |
| 8.0L | $7.00 |
| 6/8 | 10/02/2026 | 38 | GR 5 | $2,340.00 | Gosford | 388m | 0:23.17 | 0:22.41 | 0:21.92 | N/A | 7 |
| 10.8L | $23.00 |