Albion Park Race 5 - 2026 Ladbrokes Queensland Derby (Group 1)
The scratching of HOLLYWOOD STRIP has thrown this race wide open and BROOKLYN DAN (1) could be the main beneficiary. He is part of a very small club to have beaten HOLLYWOOD STRIP, that coming when he won the Gold Chalice back in March. He led from a few spots wider when winning his lead-up at this circuit and distance last week so has the pace to take advantage of the inside draw. That should give him every chance. SOHO CHARMER (13) cops a tricky draw but he is progressive and in form having recorded close seconds in both outings since a fresh win at Menangle. Hit the line hard from this row last time so look for him late. YOTTIE (10) has been close-up in each outing this time in, beaten 2.7m from this row last start. Peaking now and with luck could be dangerous. PALLADIUM NZ (4) has performed well from tougher draws at his last couple. The scratchings bring him closer to the pegs so should get his chance. REWATCH (8) draws to track BROOKLYN DAN after a second to him last week. Each way.

Driver: Cameron Hart
Stats
Comments
Racing consistently. Last start won by 1.5 m as favourite (Fr4) at this track (2:28.80) beating Rewatch in 3yo on July 10 at $2.10. Should get every chance from the inside draw.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 10/07/2026 | 41 | No NR | $20,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Cameron Hart | 1:52.0 | 4 |
| 1.5L | $2.10 |
| 3/12 | 30/05/2026 | 8 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Wagga | 2270m | Fast | Cameron Hart | 1:53.0 | 4 |
| 15.7L | $7.00 |
| 1/8 | 22/05/2026 | 27 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Wagga | 2270m | Fast | Cameron Hart | 1:56.2 | 8 |
| 7.1L | $1.30 |
| 2/2 | 12/05/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Mark Pitt | 0 |
| 4.5L | $0.00 | |
| 1/11 | 25/04/2026 | 28 | NR 60 to 71 | $15,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Mark Pitt | 1:56.3 | 5 |
| 0.1L | $1.35 |
| 1/10 | 28/03/2026 | 5 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Cameron Hart | 1:52.6 | 3 |
| 1.3L | $13.00 |
| 2/9 | 23/03/2026 | 17 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Cameron Hart | 1:53.9 | 1 |
| 5.0L | $2.70 |
| 1/5 | 17/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Ryan Sanderson | 0 |
| 0.1L | $0.00 |

Driver: Nathan Jack
Stats
Comments
Last start solid effort when 3rd (Fr2) over 2138m at this track beaten 1.5 m by Brooklyn Dan (2:28.80) in 3yo on July 10 at $15. Two runs back won by 1.3 m as favourite when quickly away, (Fr6) at Melton (2:41.30) beating Highlandhartbreaka in on June 20 at $1.85 at the bell was leading 3.47. Decent effort last start. Draws to be in the finish again.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12 | 10/07/2026 | 20 | No NR | $20,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Nathan Jack | 1:52.0 | 2 |
| 1.6L | $15.00 |
| 1/12 | 20/06/2026 | 9 | No NR | $20,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | W | Allan Mcdonough | 1:55.9 | 6 |
| 1.3L | $1.85 |
| 1/9 | 11/06/2026 | 15 | 0W/15 0K stake | $7,000.00 | Ballarat | 2200m | Neutral | Allan Mcdonough | 1:54.0 | 1 |
| 7.8L | $5.50 |
| 1/9 | 27/05/2026 | 13 | NR 60 to 75 | $8,000.00 | Bendigo | 1650m | W | Allan Mcdonough | 1:54.0 | 7 |
| 4.2L | $2.70 |
| 1/8 | 14/05/2026 | 15 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Ballarat | 1710m | Neutral | Allan Mcdonough | 1:55.6 | 7 |
| 1.5L | $2.15 |
| 1/10 | 29/04/2026 | 154 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | Allan Mcdonough | 1:54.6 | 1 |
| 4.7L | $1.22 |
| 1/2 | 14/04/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Ballarat | 1710m | Allan Mcdonough | 0 |
| 2L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/7 | 22/07/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Terang | 2180m | Jason Lee | 0 |
| 1L | $0.00 |

Driver: Brad Hewitt
Stats
Comments
Won three starts back at Riverina Paceway over 1740m on June 26. Last time out 5th (Fr6) over 2138m after racing wide at this track, beaten 5.5 m by Brooklyn Dan (2:28.80) in 3yo on July 10 at $8.50. A front row draw can see him be involved.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12 | 10/07/2026 | 6 | No NR | $20,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Brad Hewitt | 1:52.0 | 6 |
| 5.5L | $8.50 |
| 5/12 | 04/07/2026 | 8 | 3YO | $26,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Brad Hewitt | 1:52.0 | 5 |
| 5.9L | $15.00 |
| 1/9 | 26/06/2026 | 33 | NR up to 68 | $9,790.00 | Wagga | 1740m | Fast | Brad Hewitt | 1:52.3 | 6 |
| 4.8L | $1.55 |
| 1/9 | 24/05/2026 | 7 | R42 TO R52 | $10,100.00 | Central Southland Raceway | 2400m | Neutral | Nathan Williamson | 2:00.20 | 4 |
| 2.2L | $1.40 |
| 2/12 | 17/05/2026 | 21 | R37 TO R53 | $9,840.00 | Ascot Park Raceway | 2200m | Neutral | Nathan Williamson | 1:57.00 | 8 |
| 0.8L | $2.00 |
| 5/12 | 26/04/2026 | 14 | $50,000.00 | Ascot Park Raceway | 2200m | SS | Nathan Williamson | 1:57.3 | 2 |
| 7.6L | $31.20 |

Driver: Robert Morris
Stats
Comments
Last start 7th (Sr2) over 2138m at this track beaten 10 m by Maxo Mighty (2:28.80) on July 4 at $4.33. Two runs back won by 2 m when driven back in the field, after showing early speed, (Fr1) held up early, at this track (2:32.30) beating Yottie in 3yo on June 27 at $2.80. Chance off two nice wins last month.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/12 | 04/07/2026 | 7 | 3YO | $26,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Robert Morris | 1:52.0 | 2 |
| 10.2L | $4.33 |
| 1/11 | 27/06/2026 | 7 | No NR | $14,980.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Robert Morris | 1:54.6 | 1 |
| 2.0L | $2.80 |
| 1/10 | 20/06/2026 | 50 | No NR | $52,000.00 | Redcliffe | 2280m | Neutral | Robert Morris | 1:55.8 | 3 |
| 4.7L | $10.00 |
| 5/11 | 01/05/2026 | 14 | $161,070.00 | Alexandra Park | 2700m | Fast | Josh Dickie | 1:59.7 | 2 |
| 27.3L | $75.90 | |
| 6/11 | 17/04/2026 | 7 | R35 TO R42 | $12,280.00 | Alexandra Park | 1700m | Fast | Josh Dickie | 1:57.7 | 8 |
| 7.8L | $2.90 |
| 10/10 | 10/04/2026 | 21 | $38,540.00 | Cambridge Raceway | 1700m | Fast | Josh Dickie | 1:53.3 | 2 |
| 387.2L | $5.30 |

Driver: Grant Dixon
Stats
Comments
Up in distance after a handy effort last time; 2nd (Fr1) over 2138m after showing early pace at this track, beaten a nose by Ruby Rules (2:29.60) on July 2 at $2.50. Consistent but draws wide so leaning to others.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 02/07/2026 | 12 | 3&4YO | $50,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Grant Dixon | 1:52.6 | 1 |
| 0.1L | $2.50 |
| 2/10 | 20/06/2026 | 7 | No NR | $52,000.00 | Redcliffe | 2280m | Neutral | Grant Dixon | 1:55.8 | 4 |
| 4.7L | $2.70 |
| 2/6 | 13/06/2026 | 14 | No NR | $10,880.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Grant Dixon | 1:50.7 | 1 |
| 2.0L | $2.00 |
| 1/10 | 30/05/2026 | 8 | No NR | $50,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Grant Dixon | 1:51.5 | 1 |
| 10.8L | $1.10 |
| 2/10 | 22/05/2026 | 10 | No NR | $9,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Grant Dixon | 1:52.1 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $1.15 |
| 2/6 | 12/05/2026 | 59 | wins | $9,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Grant Dixon | 1:52.7 | 6 |
| 4.2L | $1.70 |
| 1/5 | 10/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | Adam Sanderson | 0 |
| 5.4L | $0.00 | |
| 1/6 | 03/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | Trista Dixon | 0 |
| 4.3L | $0.00 |

Driver: Luke McCarthy
Stats
Comments
Solid performance when a close third behind Maxo Mighty at this track over 2138m on July 4 at $9.50. Then a handy effort when beaten by 1.5 m finishing second behind Brooklyn Dan at this track over 2138m in a 3yo on July 10 at $13. Racing well and draws for a nice trail so looks an each way hope.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 10/07/2026 | 6 | No NR | $20,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Luke McCarthy | 1:52.0 | 1 |
| 1.5L | $13.00 |
| 3/12 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | 3YO | $26,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Luke McCarthy | 1:52.0 | 1 |
| 0.3L | $9.50 |
| 6/10 | 20/06/2026 | 14 | NR up to 80 | $20,400.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Luke McCarthy | 1:51.3 | 6 |
| 6.1L | $4.60 |
| 1/10 | 06/06/2026 | 21 | NR up to 80 | $20,400.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Luke McCarthy | 1:52.1 | 9 |
| 2.2L | $4.20 |
| 2/9 | 16/05/2026 | 7 | NR up to 80 | $20,400.00 | Menangle | 2300m | Fast | Brad Hewitt | 1:53.7 | 4 |
| 10.2L | $2.70 |
| 5/10 | 09/05/2026 | 15 | NR up to 80 | $20,400.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Brad Hewitt | 1:51.3 | 8 |
| 6.8L | $3.20 |
| 6/7 | 05/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Goulburn | 1710m | Good | Sam Hewitt | 0 |
| 51L | $0.00 | |
| 1/4 | 12/06/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Goulburn | 1710m | Good | Brad Hewitt | 0 |
| 3L | $0.00 |

Driver: Jason Grimson
Stats
Comments
Last start won by a head as favourite after showing early speed, (Fr3) at this track (2:28.80) beating Soho Charmer in on July 4 at $3.30. Has built a good strike rate so with even luck from the back row he can play a role.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 04/07/2026 | 7 | 3YO | $26,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Jason Grimson | 1:52.0 | 3 |
| 0.2L | $3.30 |
| 11/11 | 27/06/2026 | 8 | No NR | $14,980.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Jason Grimson | 1:54.6 | 3 |
| 121.3L | $71.00 |
| 1/10 | 19/06/2026 | 10 | NR up to 75 | $6,260.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Jason Grimson | 1:51.2 | 6 |
| 7.6L | $1.06 |
| 1/10 | 09/06/2026 | 21 | NR up to 64 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Jason Grimson | 1:50.6 | 9 |
| 13.6L | $1.15 |
| 1/10 | 19/05/2026 | 57 | NR up to 57 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Jason Grimson | 1:50.4 | 9 |
| 34.8L | $1.40 |
| 4/8 | 23/03/2026 | 16 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Luke McCarthy | 1:53.2 | 4 |
| 13.5L | $23.00 |
| 1/7 | 04/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Luke McCarthy | 0 |
| 4.5L | $0.00 | |
| 1/4 | 10/05/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Bacchus Marsh | 1940m | D J Burns | 0 |
| 8L | $0.00 |

Driver: Bernie Hewitt
Stats
Comments
Not far away at the last couple starts; Finished 2.75 m fourth behind Maxo Mighty at this track over 2138m last start. Before that was beaten 2 metres second again at this track in 3yo on June 27. Ticking along well and peaking now so with luck from the back row he could be dangerous.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 04/07/2026 | 7 | 3YO | $26,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Bernie Hewitt | 1:52.0 | 3 |
| 2.7L | $7.50 |
| 2/11 | 27/06/2026 | 14 | No NR | $14,980.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Bernie Hewitt | 1:54.6 | 5 |
| 2.0L | $1.90 |
| 2/6 | 13/06/2026 | 77 | No NR | $10,880.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Bernie Hewitt | 1:50.7 | 6 |
| 2.0L | $2.90 |
| 1/7 | 02/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | Bernie Hewitt | 0 |
| 0.2L | $0.00 | |
| 1/4 | 19/05/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | Bernie Hewitt | 0 |
| 27.5L | $0.00 | |
| 2/10 | 28/03/2026 | 5 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Bernie Hewitt | 1:52.6 | 2 |
| 1.3L | $4.40 |
| 1/8 | 23/03/2026 | 9 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Bernie Hewitt | 1:51.6 | 2 |
| 8.3L | $2.00 |
| 3/10 | 14/03/2026 | 7 | No NR | $200,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Bernie Hewitt | 1:49.8 | 7 |
| 7.7L | $51.00 |

Driver: Pete McMullen
Stats
Comments
Meets Maxo Mighty again after breaking when when 40 metres away in twelfth at this track over 2138m in a race on July 4. Doubt he can match these.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12 | 04/07/2026 | 46 | 3YO | $26,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:52.0 | 2 |
| 38.4L | $8.00 |
| 1/8 | 25/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | Pete Mcmullen | 0 |
| 47L | $0.00 | |
| 4/4 | 05/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Redcliffe | 1780m | Good | Angus Garrard | 0 |
| 30.4L | $0.00 | |
| 1/6 | 19/05/2026 | 14 | wins | $9,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:52.1 | 4 |
| 9.0L | $1.06 |
| 1/7 | 05/05/2026 | 14 | No NR | $9,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:51.2 | 5 |
| 3.4L | $1.20 |
| 1/8 | 21/04/2026 | 45 | wins | $9,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:53.4 | 1 |
| 3.3L | $1.45 |
| 5/8 | 07/03/2026 | 11 | No NR | $20,400.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Pete Mcmullen | 1:50.7 | 2 |
| 12.9L | $6.50 |
| 2/7 | 24/02/2026 | 105 | wins | $9,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:53.7 | 4 |
| 0.2L | $1.80 |

Driver: James Herbertson
Stats
Comments
Last start 4th (Fr1) over 2138m at this track, beaten 2.5 m by Brooklyn Dan (2:28.80) in 3yo on July 10 at $3.10. At the start before 4th (Fr6) over 2270m after racing wide at Riverina Paceway, at the bell was 2nd-4.3 beaten 18 m by Hollywood Strip (2:39.40) in 3yo LR CG on May 30 at $12. Consistent and is worth a place in the exotics.
Last Starts 7 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 10/07/2026 | 41 | No NR | $20,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Mark Pitt | 1:52.0 | 1 |
| 2.4L | $3.10 |
| 4/12 | 30/05/2026 | 8 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Wagga | 2270m | Fast | Mark Pitt | 1:53.0 | 6 |
| 18.6L | $12.00 |
| 2/8 | 22/05/2026 | 34 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Wagga | 2270m | Fast | Mark Pitt | 1:55.3 | 7 |
| 6.0L | $9.50 |
| 1/4 | 12/05/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Mark Pitt | 0 |
| 4.7L | $0.00 | |
| 3/11 | 18/04/2026 | 8 | NR 67 to 77 | $15,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | Mark Pitt | 1:58.1 | 1 |
| 2.3L | $1.07 |
| 1/12 | 10/04/2026 | 6 | NR 60 to 69 | $10,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Mark Pitt | 1:55.1 | 2 |
| 26.5L | $1.06 |
| 1/9 | 04/04/2026 | 112 | NR 58 to 66 | $10,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Mark Pitt | 2:00.3 | 2 |
| 14.6L | $1.18 |
| 2/6 | 17/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Kate Gath | 0 |
| 2.1L | $0.00 |

Driver: Michael Stanley
Stats
Comments
Solid run when a close second after being driven well back, behind Enjabonarlo at Menangle over 1609m on June 20 at $2.50. Then a strong effort when a close second behind Maxo Mighty at this track over 2138m on July 4 at $7. Draws wide on the back row but is going well enough to overcome that.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 04/07/2026 | 14 | 3YO | $26,000.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Michael Stanley | 1:52.0 | 1 |
| 0.2L | $7.00 |
| 2/10 | 20/06/2026 | 7 | NR up to 80 | $20,400.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Michael Stanley | 1:51.3 | 8 |
| 0.1L | $2.50 |
| 1/10 | 13/06/2026 | 77 | NR up to 80 | $20,400.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Michael Stanley | 1:51.4 | 3 |
| 8.4L | $1.10 |
| 1/7 | 03/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Michael Stanley | 0 |
| 2L | $0.00 | |
| 4/10 | 28/03/2026 | 5 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Michael Stanley | 1:52.6 | 4 |
| 2.8L | $4.40 |
| 1/9 | 23/03/2026 | 9 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Michael Stanley | 1:53.9 | 4 |
| 5.0L | $1.40 |
| 2/10 | 14/03/2026 | 7 | No NR | $200,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Michael Stanley | 1:49.8 | 8 |
| 5.4L | $9.50 |
| 3/7 | 04/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Michael Stanley | 0 |
| 2.1L | $0.00 |