Mildura Race 1 - C.a. Fitness Pace
ROYAL SAXON (2) added to a series of top-three finishes when he drew a couple of spots wider than this and raced parked but boxed on for third last week. Had won three of his previous four starts and has yet to miss a place here. Big chance from a low draw. HOOKLINEANDSINKER (5) led from a similar barrier to win at Gawler last month and looks close to another success after placing in his last three outings at this venue. Strong claims. RONZEL MICKY (4) is up in grade but did a good job to come from the back row for a last-start win by 5.2 metres at this venue. CHEERS POVERTY (6) deserved the last-start win at this circuit and distance to follow a string of placings. Respect.

Driver: Ben Xiriha
Stats
Comments
Last start 6th (Fr6) over 1790m after showing early pace at this track was 3rd-4 at the bell, beaten 14 m by Cheers Poverty (2:09.90) in NR 50 to 55 on February 18 at $71. Two runs back surrendered the lead and finished 5th (Fr1) over 2190m after showing early pace at this track was 3rd-4.2 at the bell, beaten 8 m by Thebucksonyou (2:44.00) in NR 50 to 55 on February 11 at $9. Consider.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Lochie Cook | 1:56.8 | 6 |
| 14.0L | $71.00 |
| 5/11 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 2:00.5 | 1 |
| 8.2L | $9.00 |
| 3/8 | 04/02/2026 | 12 | NR 47 to 51 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:59.8 | 1 |
| 17.6L | $41.00 |
| 7/8 | 23/01/2026 | 11 | NR 50 to 59 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:58.1 | 2 |
| 24.7L | $81.00 |
| 6/8 | 12/01/2026 | 83 | NR 46 to 51 | $3,500.00 | Gawler | 2070m | Neutral | Bernadette Page | 1:55.5 | 1 |
| 60.8L | $23.00 |
| 3/8 | 21/10/2025 | 14 | NR 50 to 59 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 2:01.0 | 4 |
| 4.2L | $23.00 |
| 4/6 | 22/05/2022 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Byford | 2150m | Good | J J Rigoli | 0 |
| 13.9L | $0.00 |

Driver: Connor Clarke
Stats
Comments
Beaten favourite last start when third at this track on February 18. Proved too good the start before at this track on February 11. Rates highly. Strong contender aided by a low draw.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:56.8 | 4 |
| 8.9L | $1.70 |
| 1/9 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR up to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:58.1 | 5 |
| 5.4L | $1.33 |
| 2/8 | 04/02/2026 | 12 | NR 47 to 51 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:59.8 | 2 |
| 0.1L | $1.30 |
| 1/10 | 23/01/2026 | 11 | NR 40 to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:57.4 | 1 |
| 16.8L | $2.15 |
| 1/8 | 12/01/2026 | 13 | NR 41 to 45 | $3,500.00 | Gawler | 2070m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:56.7 | 3 |
| 7.4L | $4.40 |
| 3/8 | 30/12/2025 | 4 | NR up to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:59.7 | 5 |
| 0.3L | $13.00 |
| 3/4 | 12/10/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | M Hayes | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/6 | 01/06/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | R Clarke | 0 |
| 3L | $0.00 |

Driver: Ellen Tormey
Stats
Comments
Returns after eight months in the paddock. Finished off last preparation when well beaten into eighth behind To The Nines at this track over 2190m in a NR 50 to 55 on June 27 at $8. Keep safe fresh.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 04/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Luke Dunne | 0 |
| 22L | $0.00 | ||
| 8/8 | 27/06/2025 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:59.8 | 1 |
| 75.0L | $8.00 |
| 4/9 | 20/06/2025 | 14 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:57.6 | 2 |
| 13.9L | $26.00 |
| 7/8 | 06/06/2025 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:59.1 | 2 |
| 13.1L | $13.00 |
| 6/9 | 30/05/2025 | 84 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 2:00.1 | 3 |
| 21.2L | $14.00 |
| 2/4 | 19/05/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Kathy Watson | 0 |
| 15L | $0.00 | ||
| 11/11 | 07/03/2025 | 9 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:59.6 | 5 |
| 130.8L | $11.00 |
| 4/10 | 26/02/2025 | 14 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 2:01.6 | 4 |
| 12.9L | $10.00 |

Driver: Jack Laugher
Stats
Comments
Last start won by 5 m (Sr4) at this track (2:44.60) beating Grenade in NR up to 49 on February 18 at $2.80 at the bell was 4th-11.2. Racing well and must rate among the chances.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR up to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 2:00.9 | 4 |
| 5.2L | $2.80 |
| 2/9 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR up to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:58.1 | 3 |
| 5.4L | $14.00 |
| 4/8 | 04/02/2026 | 22 | NR up to 50 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 2:00.8 | 6 |
| 6.8L | $5.00 |
| 6/10 | 13/01/2026 | 14 | NR up to 50 | $6,000.00 | Swan Hill | 1750m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:54.8 | 1 |
| 20.8L | $15.00 |
| 7/8 | 30/12/2025 | 4 | NR up to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:59.7 | 1 |
| 7.4L | $4.60 |
| 1/8 | 26/12/2025 | 10 | NR 40 to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:59.1 | 2 |
| 0.2L | $7.00 |
| 2/7 | 06/05/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | D J Locke | 0 |
| 3L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/5 | 23/11/2022 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | D J Locke | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |

Driver: Ryan Backhouse
Stats
Comments
Good run when beaten by 3.5 m finishing second after showing early speed, behind Thebucksonyou at this track over 2190m in a NR 50 to 55 on February 11 at $2.80. Then a handy effort when beaten by 3.5 m finishing third behind Avoca Blues at this track over 1790m in a NR 50 to 55 on February 18 at $2.10. Going along well. Has been close to breaking through again and gets his chance this time.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:58.5 | 2 |
| 3.4L | $2.10 |
| 2/11 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 2:00.5 | 3 |
| 3.6L | $2.80 |
| 2/7 | 04/02/2026 | 12 | NR 52 to 56 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:56.6 | 5 |
| 9.1L | $15.00 |
| 5/8 | 23/01/2026 | 11 | NR 50 to 59 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:58.1 | 4 |
| 22.5L | $6.50 |
| 1/8 | 12/01/2026 | 13 | 3 LIFETIME WINS | $3,500.00 | Gawler | 1609m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:55.6 | 4 |
| 7.9L | $1.95 |
| 3/8 | 30/12/2025 | 15 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:58.0 | 5 |
| 17.2L | $5.50 |
| 1/5 | 01/12/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1750m | Andrew Vozlic | 0 |
| 55L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/7 | 22/05/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Ryan Sanderson | 0 |
| 0.2L | $0.00 |

Driver: Alex Ashwood
Stats
Comments
Hard to fault of late. Last start won a big 6 m win after showing early speed, (Fr5) at this track (2:09.90) beating Watchtheclock in NR 50 to 55 on February 18 at $16 at the bell was leading 2.6. Back in winning form and can measure up again.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:56.8 | 5 |
| 6.3L | $16.00 |
| 3/9 | 11/02/2026 | 9 | NR up to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:58.1 | 2 |
| 7.1L | $7.00 |
| 3/8 | 02/02/2026 | 10 | NR 46 to 50 | $6,000.00 | Charlton | 1609m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:55.2 | 4 |
| 6.9L | $2.70 |
| 2/10 | 23/01/2026 | 10 | NR 40 to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:57.4 | 4 |
| 16.8L | $13.00 |
| 9/10 | 13/01/2026 | 14 | NR 45 to 49 | $5,000.00 | Swan Hill | 1750m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:56.2 | 7 |
| 28.1L | $10.00 |
| 4/8 | 30/12/2025 | 4 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:58.0 | 3 |
| 18.7L | $4.40 |
| 4/6 | 17/07/2023 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | A P Vozlic | 0 |
| 59.6L | $0.00 | ||
| 3/8 | 10/10/2021 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Globe Derby | 1800m | M J Whelan | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |

Driver: Luke Sutherland
Stats
Comments
Last start 5th (Fr1) over 1790m at this track was 5th-8.6 at the bell, beaten 9 m by Avoca Blues (2:11.80) in NR 50 to 55 on February 18 at $51. Two runs back won by 3 m when quickly away, (Fr1) at this track (2:14.60) beating Rubbleonthedouble in 0-3 WINS on February 11 at $8 at the bell was leading 1.8. Will find this tough.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:58.5 | 1 |
| 9.7L | $51.00 |
| 1/7 | 11/02/2026 | 19 | 0-3 WINS | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Corey Johnson | 2:01.0 | 1 |
| 3.0L | $8.00 |
| 9/10 | 23/01/2026 | 11 | NR 40 to 49 | $4,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:57.4 | 1 |
| 46.9L | $26.00 |
| 3/8 | 12/01/2026 | 26 | 3 LIFETIME WINS | $3,500.00 | Gawler | 1609m | Neutral | Corey Johnson | 1:55.6 | 2 |
| 8.7L | $16.00 |
| 9/10 | 17/12/2025 | 7 | 3 LIFETIME WINS | $3,500.00 | Globe Derby | 1800m | Neutral | Danielle Hill | 1:57.5 | 4 |
| 55.1L | $2.50 |
| 8/10 | 10/12/2025 | 14 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 2:00.3 | 1 |
| 34.4L | $34.00 |
| 1/5 | 17/11/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Andrew Vozlic | 0 |
| 0.2L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/6 | 22/05/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Tasmyn Potter | 0 |
| 50L | $0.00 |

Driver: Wayne Hill
Stats
Comments
Didn't do much last start, 8th (Sr2) over 1790m at this track beaten 40 m by Avoca Blues (2:11.80) in NR 50 to 55 on February 18 at $71. Before that 7th (Sr2) over 2190m at this track, at the bell was 6th-9 beaten 13 m by Thebucksonyou (2:44.00) in NR 50 to 55 on February 11 at $34. Others appear better placed.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Michael Francis | 1:58.5 | 2 |
| 37.8L | $71.00 |
| 7/11 | 11/02/2026 | 47 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 2:00.5 | 2 |
| 13.7L | $34.00 |
| 1/6 | 19/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Michael Francis | 0 |
| 1L | $0.00 | ||
| 3/4 | 05/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Michael Francis | 0 |
| 71L | $0.00 | ||
| 9/9 | 26/12/2025 | 140 | NR 50 to 61 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Michael Francis | 1:57.5 | 3 |
| 137.8L | $51.00 |
| 3/6 | 08/08/2025 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:56.2 | 1 |
| 12.4L | $7.00 |
| 7/7 | 01/08/2025 | 21 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Wayne Hill | 2:00.5 | 2 |
| 13.5L | $13.00 |
| 1/11 | 11/07/2025 | 7 | NR 50 to 55 | $8,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Wayne Hill | 2:00.0 | 2 |
| 2.4L | $3.30 |

Driver: Luke Dunne
Stats
Comments
Last start was driven from back in the field when 6th (Fr5) over 2190m after racing wide at this track, beaten 20 m by Lilstrepo (2:43.10) in NR 56 to 64 on February 18 at $11. At the run before was well back in the run when 4th (Fr5) over 1790m at this track, at the bell was 7th-15.6 beaten 6 m by I Of The Hurrikane (2:08.80) in NR 56 to 64 on February 11 at $4.60. Among the players.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:59.8 | 5 |
| 20.1L | $11.00 |
| 4/8 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:55.8 | 5 |
| 6.5L | $4.60 |
| 5/10 | 04/02/2026 | 12 | NR 57 to 66 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:57.9 | 1 |
| 7.9L | $3.00 |
| 2/8 | 23/01/2026 | 10 | NR 50 to 59 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ryan Sanderson | 1:59.7 | 3 |
| 5.5L | $3.20 |
| 2/11 | 13/01/2026 | 14 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Swan Hill | 1750m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:53.6 | 5 |
| 0.3L | $19.00 |
| 1/8 | 30/12/2025 | 4 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:58.0 | 1 |
| 2.7L | $4.00 |
| 3/4 | 07/04/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | J L Kerridge | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/5 | 19/02/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | J L Kerridge | 0 |
| 4L | $0.00 |

Driver: Corey Johnson
Stats
Comments
Last start was driven from back in the field when 5th (Fr6) over 2190m at this track, at the bell was 6th-11.2 beaten 14 m by Lilstrepo (2:43.10) in NR 56 to 64 on February 18 at $21. Before that, was driven from back in the field when 5th (Fr6) over 1790m at this track, at the bell was 5th-11.2 beaten 7 m by I Of The Hurrikane (2:08.80) in NR 56 to 64 on February 11 at $10. First four chance.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Corey Johnson | 1:59.8 | 6 |
| 14.4L | $21.00 |
| 5/8 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Corey Johnson | 1:55.8 | 6 |
| 7.4L | $10.00 |
| 6/10 | 04/02/2026 | 12 | NR 57 to 66 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:57.9 | 5 |
| 8.3L | $21.00 |
| 6/8 | 23/01/2026 | 4 | NR 50 to 59 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:59.7 | 1 |
| 16.6L | $6.00 |
| 4/7 | 19/01/2026 | 24 | NR 55 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Charlton | 2100m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:56.7 | 1 |
| 3.1L | $23.00 |
| 1/9 | 26/12/2025 | 16 | NR 50 to 61 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Connor Clarke | 1:57.5 | 2 |
| 4.5L | $11.00 |
| 3/6 | 23/12/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | D J Locke | 0 |
| 15L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 06/11/2023 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | A R Garrard | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 |

Driver: Luke Watson
Stats
Comments
Improved last start with a good run despite getting well back, when 3rd (Fr1) over 2190m at this track, at the bell was 5th-8.4 beaten 8 m by Lilstrepo (2:43.10) in NR 56 to 64 on February 18 at $31. Can overcome the awkward draw and continue with the good form.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Kathy Watson | 1:59.8 | 1 |
| 8.8L | $31.00 |
| 6/8 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Kathy Watson | 1:55.8 | 2 |
| 8.5L | $19.00 |
| 8/10 | 04/02/2026 | 12 | NR 57 to 66 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Kathy Watson | 1:57.9 | 1 |
| 12.5L | $23.00 |
| 11/11 | 23/01/2026 | 6 | NR 65 or better | $8,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Kathy Watson | 1:57.5 | 2 |
| 128.3L | $81.00 |
| 7/10 | 17/01/2026 | 22 | NR 55 to 64 | $8,000.00 | Globe Derby | 1800m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:58.8 | 6 |
| 13.8L | $51.00 |
| 10/11 | 26/12/2025 | 16 | NR 62 to 75 | $8,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Kathy Watson | 1:54.9 | 1 |
| 55.2L | $23.00 |
| 3/4 | 30/09/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Kathy Watson | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 07/08/2023 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | K M Watson | 0 |
| 0.2L | $0.00 |