Menangle Race 7 - Established In 1967 Success Stud Nsw Oaks Heat 2
Brilliant filly ARK SEA (11) has been presented with a challenge from the outside barrier but she has abundant speed so should be able to get across. Too speedy for older rivals when resuming at this circuit and distance. She is two from two when second up so should be improved. Former Kiwi HAVTIMETODREAM NZ (5) kicked off in Australia with three Albion Park wins before a second in the Listed Raith Memorial at this circuit and distance last start. That was six weeks ago but she was kept up to the mark with a trial win. DISCERNMENT (1) is a big query as she hasn't raced since the Gold Tiara series 13 months ago where she easily won a heat on debut before placing in the Group 1 final. Readied with three trials - winning the last two - and she is well served by the ace draw. Victorian KEAYANG PASSION (2) jumps in grade but is yet to miss the top two. Chased a smart colt from a tough barrier last start and is better served by this draw.

Driver: Michael Stanley
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Comments
Returns from the paddock. Previously first up won by 12 m as favourite when quickly away, (Fr3) at Bathurst (2:02.90) beating Wat On Earth in 2yo No NR F on March 19 2025 at $1.25. Back from a long spell but trialling well and gets the ace draw.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9 | 15/04/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Luke McCarthy | 0 |
| 4L | $0.00 | |
| 1/8 | 08/04/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Michael Stanley | 0 |
| 13.3L | $0.00 | |
| 3/10 | 29/03/2025 | 10 | No NR | $150,000.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:53.9 | 1 |
| 6.1L | $3.30 |
| 1/10 | 19/03/2025 | - | No NR | $9,790.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Neutral | Luke McCarthy | 1:54.3 | 3 |
| 12.5L | $1.25 |

Driver: Lochie Cook
Stats
Comments
Two back was beaten by 9 m finishing second behind Mount Barker Boy at Bendigo over 2150m in a 3yo 10 0K on March 25 at $3.30. Then a handy effort when beaten by 2.75 m finishing second behind Mount Barker Boy at Melton over 2240m in a 3yo No NR on April 10 at $15. From a low draw she can make her presence felt.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 10/04/2026 | 16 | No NR | $14,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Lochie Cook | 1:57.1 | 5 |
| 2.7L | $15.00 |
| 2/10 | 25/03/2026 | 11 | 10 0K | $8,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | Jason Lee | 1:56.3 | 3 |
| 9.3L | $3.30 |
| 1/6 | 14/03/2026 | 15 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Mount Gambier | 1780m | Neutral | Lochie Cook | 1:56.4 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $2.20 |
| 1/9 | 27/02/2026 | - | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Ararat | 2195m | Neutral | Jason Lee | 2:01.8 | 4 |
| 3.4L | $1.08 |
| 1/4 | 24/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Terang | 2180m | Jason Lee | 0 |
| 3L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 11/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Terang | 2180m | Jason Lee | 0 |
| 1L | $0.00 |

Driver: Robert Morris
Stats
Comments
Been racing consistently with 3 consecutive minor placings. Fair effort last start 2nd (Fr7) over 1609m after being wide early at Newcastle, at the bell was leading 4.18 beaten 5 m by Ruby Romar (1:55.60) in 3yo NR up to 58 on April 10 at $2.90. Not as keen on her chances in this field.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 10/04/2026 | 8 | NR up to 58 | $11,830.00 | Newcastle | 1609m | Fast | Robert Morris | 1:55.6 | 7 |
| 5.2L | $2.90 |
| 2/9 | 02/04/2026 | 5 | NR up to 53 | $6,940.00 | Penrith | 2125m | Fast | Joshua Gallagher | 1:57.1 | 1 |
| 0.2L | $3.20 |
| 2/9 | 28/03/2026 | 5 | No NR | $20,400.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Joshua Gallagher | 1:53.8 | 4 |
| 28.1L | $8.50 |
| 5/8 | 23/03/2026 | 6 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Robert Morris | 1:53.0 | 5 |
| 24.9L | $71.00 |
| 7/10 | 17/03/2026 | 145 | 2LTW so eligible 3yo+ NR55 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Kerryann Morris | 1:52.5 | 2 |
| 17.7L | $51.00 |
| 5/7 | 04/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Joshua Gallagher | 0 |
| 17.3L | $0.00 | |
| 7/10 | 25/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Joshua Gallagher | 0 |
| 28L | $0.00 | ||
| 4/10 | 23/10/2025 | 7 | NR up to 48 | $9,790.00 | Penrith | 1720m | Neutral | Robert Morris | 1:57.5 | 2 |
| 2.7L | $2.50 |

Driver: Pete McMullen
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Comments
Beaten favourite last start when second at this track on March 14. Won the start before at Albion Park on February 3. One of the main contenders.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 07/04/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | Pete Mcmullen | 0 |
| 20.3L | $0.00 | |
| 2/10 | 14/03/2026 | 39 | No NR | $30,600.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Pete Mcmullen | 1:51.1 | 5 |
| 4.1L | $2.40 |
| 1/8 | 03/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | Pete Mcmullen | 0 |
| 27.1L | $0.00 | |
| 1/7 | 03/02/2026 | 14 | wins | $9,120.00 | Albion Park | 2138m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:54.7 | 7 |
| 14.3L | $1.05 |
| 1/7 | 20/01/2026 | 24 | wins | $9,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:54.1 | 7 |
| 19.9L | $1.75 |
| 1/5 | 27/12/2025 | 79 | No NR | $20,770.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Pete Mcmullen | 1:59.1 | 4 |
| 2.3L | $2.80 |
| 2/10 | 09/10/2025 | 11 | $10,430.00 | Ascot Park Raceway | 1700m | Neutral | Peter Hunter | 1:58.2 | 8 |
| 3.5L | $7.60 | |
| 4/8 | 28/09/2025 | 119 | $10,050.00 | Gore Raceway | 2200m | Neutral | Peter Hunter | 2:04.9 | 2 |
| 8.4L | $18.80 |

Driver: Rickie Alchin
Stats
Comments
Last start 4th (Fr3) over 1609m at this track beaten 10 m by Bettorleftalone (1:51.50) in 3yo+ 2LTW so eligible 3yo+ NR55 on April 21 at $7. Two runs back was driven from back in the field when 7th (Fr7) over 2240m at Melton beaten 35 m by Pre Eminant (2:43.30) in 2yo No NR F on October 25 at $12. Hard to have in this line-up.
Last Starts 4 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 21/04/2026 | 178 | 2LTW so eligible 3yo+ NR55 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Rickie Alchin | 1:51.5 | 3 |
| 10.5L | $7.00 |
| 4/7 | 01/04/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Rickie Alchin | 0 |
| 13.8L | $0.00 | |
| 5/8 | 25/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Rickie Alchin | 0 |
| 12.5L | $0.00 | |
| 7/8 | 25/10/2025 | 13 | No NR | $25,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Chris Alford | 1:57.3 | 7 |
| 35.8L | $12.00 |
| 3/7 | 12/10/2025 | 14 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1609m | W | Chris Alford | 1:55.4 | 2 |
| 21.3L | $1.55 |
| 2/7 | 28/09/2025 | 36 | NR 53 to 59 | $8,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1609m | Neutral | Chris Alford | 1:56.6 | 3 |
| 0.2L | $1.30 |
| 1/7 | 23/08/2025 | - | No NR | $20,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | Chris Alford | 1:56.3 | 5 |
| 8.4L | $1.30 |

Driver: KerryAnn Morris
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Comments
Comes here second-up after three-and-a-half weeks. Lacklustre first-up performance when 9th (Fr1) over 1609m after showing early pace at this track, beaten 30 m by Mcbart (1:51.70) in 3yo+ 2LTW so eligible 3yo+ NR55 on March 31 at $11. Must do a lot more.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 31/03/2026 | 95 | 2LTW so eligible 3yo+ NR55 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Robert Morris | 1:51.7 | 1 |
| 27.7L | $11.00 |
| 2/9 | 25/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Robert Morris | 0 |
| 1.1L | $0.00 | |
| 5/7 | 18/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Joshua Gallagher | 0 |
| 10.1L | $0.00 | |
| 1/7 | 26/12/2025 | 8 | NR up to 52 | $9,790.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Robert Morris | 1:55.5 | 1 |
| 1.2L | $2.80 |
| 2/8 | 18/12/2025 | 9 | NR up to 55 | $9,790.00 | Penrith | 1720m | Fast | Robert Morris | 1:56.8 | 5 |
| 1.6L | $6.00 |
| 1/10 | 09/12/2025 | - | 0-1 WIN | $6,940.00 | Goulburn | 1710m | Fast | Robert Morris | 1:57.9 | 6 |
| 3.2L | $4.20 |

Driver: Michael Hardy
Stats
Comments
Ran well last start showing plenty of improvement following March 23 run. Last start won by 13 m as favourite when quickly away, (Fr1) at Temora (1:58.70) beating Im On No Sleep in 3yo NMT1W/TS on April 6 at $1.90 at the bell was leading 2.6. This race will be harder than that win. Might find this beyond her.
Last Starts 19 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 06/04/2026 | 14 | NMT1W/TS | $11,830.00 | Temora | 1635m | Fast | Michael Hardy | 1:56.8 | 1 |
| 13.3L | $1.90 |
| 9/10 | 23/03/2026 | 149 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Michael Hardy | 1:55.5 | 1 |
| 29.1L | $21.00 |
| 3/6 | 16/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Young | 1720m | Good | Michael Hardy | 0 |
| 8L | $0.00 | |
| 1/4 | 06/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Wagga | 1740m | Good | Michael Hardy | 0 |
| 0.2L | $0.00 | |
| 6/10 | 25/10/2025 | 14 | No NR | $150,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Neutral | Joshua Gallagher | 1:51.6 | 7 |
| 13.3L | $18.00 |
| 6/10 | 11/10/2025 | 12 | No NR | $25,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Joshua Gallagher | 1:50.7 | 8 |
| 24.8L | $17.00 |
| 1/9 | 29/09/2025 | 14 | No NR | $15,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Joshua Gallagher | 1:52.5 | 7 |
| 1.0L | $1.50 |
| 2/10 | 15/09/2025 | 9 | No NR | $15,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Neutral | Joshua Gallagher | 1:51.0 | 1 |
| 3.4L | $1.65 |

Driver: Joshua Gallagher
Stats
Comments
Last start 4th (Fr4) over 1609m at this track was 6th-10.09 at the bell, beaten 12 m by Cocos Desire (1:51.60) in 3yo 0Ws/TS on April 7 at $7. Two runs back 5th (Sr3) over 1730m at Bathurst, at the bell was 8th-12 beaten 7 m by Willows Girl (2:01.50) in 3yo G2 No NR F on March 28 at $101. This looks far too tough.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 07/04/2026 | 10 | 0Ws/TS | $11,830.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Lleyton Green | 1:51.6 | 4 |
| 12.7L | $7.00 |
| 5/10 | 28/03/2026 | 5 | No NR | $100,000.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Lleyton Green | 1:53.0 | 3 |
| 7.3L | $101.00 |
| 3/10 | 23/03/2026 | 13 | No NR | $11,830.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Fast | Lleyton Green | 1:55.5 | 5 |
| 9.0L | $14.00 |
| 2/7 | 10/03/2026 | 136 | 0W/TS | $11,830.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Lleyton Green | 1:53.9 | 6 |
| 5.7L | $6.00 |
| 8/8 | 25/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Lleyton Green | 0 |
| 28.7L | $0.00 | |
| 8/10 | 25/10/2025 | 14 | No NR | $150,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Neutral | Lleyton Green | 1:51.6 | 10 |
| 19.7L | $101.00 |
| 3/10 | 11/10/2025 | 22 | No NR | $25,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Lleyton Green | 1:51.5 | 1 |
| 15.9L | $16.00 |
| 1/7 | 16/07/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Cameron Hart | 0 |
| 3.8L | $0.00 |

Driver: Bailey McDonough
Stats
Comments
Racing consistently with minor placings at her last two starts at this course. Placed last start 3rd (Fr5) over 1609m after showing early pace at this track, at the bell was 4th-8.02 beaten a nose by Sparkling Sea (1:52.30) in 3yo No NR F on April 11 at $23. Before that surrendered the lead and finished 2nd (Fr6) over 1609m after showing early speed at this track, at the bell was 3rd-6.3 beaten 1.5 m by Senses (1:52.30) in NR up to 60 M on March 31 at $12. Rough exotic hope.
Last Starts 14 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 11/04/2026 | 11 | No NR | $30,600.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Bailey Mcdonough | 1:52.3 | 5 |
| 0.1L | $23.00 |
| 2/9 | 31/03/2026 | 17 | NR up to 60 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Bailey Mcdonough | 1:52.3 | 6 |
| 1.6L | $12.00 |
| 8/10 | 14/03/2026 | 9 | No NR | $30,600.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | B L Mcdonough | 1:51.1 | 8 |
| 20.8L | $151.00 |
| 7/9 | 05/03/2026 | 9 | NR up to 57 | $9,790.00 | Penrith | 2125m | Fast | B L Mcdonough | 1:57.3 | 5 |
| 12.3L | $3.20 |
| 1/8 | 24/02/2026 | 80 | NR up to 57 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Neutral | B L Mcdonough | 1:52.8 | 2 |
| 1.5L | $2.70 |
| 1/7 | 16/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Penrith | 1720m | Good | B L Mcdonough | 0 |
| 2.1L | $0.00 | |
| 1/10 | 11/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | B L Mcdonough | 0 |
| 0.3L | $0.00 | |
| 1/10 | 06/12/2025 | 12 | No NR | $30,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | B L Mcdonough | 1:52.0 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $11.00 |

Driver: Will Rixon
Stats
Comments
Last preparation only had 3 starts before going for a break. Returned to racing with a handy win by 4.5 m as favourite after showing early speed, (Fr1) at this track (1:51.30) beating Rays Redemption in NR up to 66 on April 14 at $1.15 at the bell was leading 4.63. Has the speed to overcome the wide draw and win again.
Last Starts 11 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 14/04/2026 | 171 | NR up to 66 | $10,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Will Rixon | 1:51.3 | 1 |
| 4.5L | $1.15 |
| 1/7 | 08/04/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Will Rixon | 0 |
| 5.8L | $0.00 | |
| 3/4 | 26/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Goulburn | 1710m | Good | Sam Hewitt | 0 |
| 4L | $0.00 | |
| 99/10 | 25/10/2025 | 14 | No NR | $150,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Neutral | Will Rixon | 1:51.6 | 9 |
| 99.0L | $1.95 |
| 1/10 | 11/10/2025 | 24 | No NR | $25,000.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Fast | Will Rixon | 1:50.7 | 3 |
| 12.5L | $1.12 |
| 1/10 | 17/09/2025 | 67 | No NR | $15,000.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Neutral | Will Rixon | 1:55.6 | 6 |
| 24.3L | $1.05 |
| 2/10 | 12/07/2025 | 24 | No NR | $500,000.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Neutral | Will Rixon | 1:51.6 | 6 |
| 2.2L | $34.00 |
| 1/7 | 18/06/2025 | 19 | 2 WINs | $9,790.00 | Bathurst | 1730m | Neutral | Will Rixon | 1:56.2 | 6 |
| 39.5L | $1.28 |