Shepparton Race 1 - Shepparton Podcast Preview Show Pace
THUNDERFIRE (9) made a winning return at his latest appearance two weeks ago, getting home by 5 metres over 2240m at Swan Hill. Leading hope in a similar race. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) put the writing on the wall two runs ago then improved further last start when she scored by 4 metres over 2160m at Echuca. Sure to enjoy an economical run from this draw. Meets a similar line up so she can make it two on the bounce. JILLIBY ILLUSION (8) cannot be ruled despite the tricky draw. Best efforts give her a definite winning chance. EVILEYE (7) is the next elect off a last-start win by 1.75 metres at Cranbourne over 2080m.

Driver: Nathan Jack
Stats
Comments
Last start was driven from back in the field when 5th (Fr5) over 2190m at this track, beaten 9 m by Return Serve (2:42.70) in NR 45 to 50 on March 8 at $3.30. Two runs back game effort when 2nd (Sr1) over 1690m after being wide early at this track, at the bell was 2nd-3.7m 2WNC beaten a head by Postit Lafite (2:05.20) in 0-1 WIN on November 4 at $1.95. Will strip a lot fitter so watch for further improvement.
Last Starts 38 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 08/03/2026 | 124 | NR 45 to 50 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Leigh Sutton | 1:59.5 | 5 |
| 9.0L | $3.30 |
| 2/10 | 04/11/2025 | 6 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Nathan Jack | 1:59.2 | 1 |
| 0.2L | $1.95 |
| 2/8 | 29/10/2025 | 8 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Tasmyn Potter | 1:57.1 | 4 |
| 0.2L | $15.00 |
| 2/9 | 21/10/2025 | 70 | NR 48 to 53 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Tasmyn Potter | 1:55.4 | 3 |
| 1.2L | $18.00 |
| 6/8 | 12/08/2025 | 7 | NR up to 55 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Ryan Sanderson | 1:55.7 | 6 |
| 7.4L | $41.00 |
| 3/8 | 05/08/2025 | 7 | NR up to 55 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Nathan Jack | 1:57.2 | 5 |
| 9.8L | $12.00 |
| 3/7 | 10/07/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Cameron Maggs | 0 |
| 13L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/3 | 05/06/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Tasmyn Potter | 0 |
| 15L | $0.00 |

Driver: Tasmyn Potter
Stats
Comments
Last start 9th (Fr2) over 2190m after showing early speed at this track, beaten 30 m by Blackjack Whacko (2:39.50) in NR up to 51 on March 8 at $6. Before that, a good run despite getting well back, when 3rd (Fr6) over 2190m at this track was 4th-3.34 at the bell, beaten 8 m by Blackjack Whacko (2:43.70) in NR up to 51 on March 3 at $5.50. Will make his presence felt.
Last Starts 38 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/11 | 08/03/2026 | 5 | NR up to 51 | $8,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Leigh Sutton | 1:57.2 | 2 |
| 31.1L | $6.00 |
| 3/8 | 03/03/2026 | 18 | NR up to 51 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Nathan Jack | 2:00.3 | 6 |
| 8.6L | $5.50 |
| 2/6 | 19/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Nathan Jack | 0 |
| 0.3L | $0.00 | ||
| 9/9 | 13/02/2026 | 63 | NR up to 52 | $12,240.00 | Albury | 1770m | Fast | Tasmyn Potter | 1:58.7 | 6 |
| 124.4L | $19.00 |
| 1/6 | 05/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Tasmyn Potter | 0 |
| 30L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/7 | 12/12/2025 | 7 | NR up to 57 | $9,790.00 | Wagga | 1740m | Fast | Tasmyn Potter | 1:57.0 | 5 |
| 5.7L | $4.40 |
| 2/10 | 05/12/2025 | 7 | NR up to 48 | $9,790.00 | Wagga | 1740m | Fast | Shane Hallcroft | 1:54.7 | 4 |
| 0.2L | $6.50 |
| 4/8 | 28/11/2025 | 10 | 2 WINs | $9,790.00 | Wagga | 1740m | Fast | Tasmyn Potter | 1:53.4 | 6 |
| 15.8L | $14.00 |

Driver: Donna Castles
Stats
Comments
Last start won by 4 m after showing early speed, (Fr2) at Echuca (2:40.00) beating Eagle Major in NR 45 to 50 on April 5 at $2.90. Nicely drawn and should go on with it.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 05/04/2026 | 19 | NR 45 to 50 | $6,000.00 | Echuca | 2160m | Neutral | Donna Castles | 1:59.2 | 2 |
| 4.2L | $2.90 |
| 2/10 | 17/03/2026 | 9 | NR 47 to 50 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Donna Castles | 1:56.5 | 4 |
| 0.1L | $3.40 |
| 8/11 | 08/03/2026 | 5 | NR up to 51 | $8,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Donna Castles | 1:57.2 | 2 |
| 29.5L | $19.00 |
| 3/8 | 03/03/2026 | 11 | NR up to 51 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Donna Castles | 1:59.9 | 6 |
| 5.1L | $8.50 |
| 8/10 | 20/02/2026 | 14 | NR up to 50 | $8,000.00 | Bendigo | 1650m | Neutral | Donna Castles | 1:55.2 | 6 |
| 11.8L | $9.00 |
| 6/8 | 06/02/2026 | 31 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Bendigo | 1650m | Neutral | Donna Castles | 1:55.3 | 1 |
| 15.2L | $8.00 |
| 2/5 | 02/01/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Doc Wilson | 0 |
| 30L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/7 | 31/10/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | A J Wilson | 0 |
| 1L | $0.00 |

Driver: Leigh Sutton
Stats
Comments
Last start broke in score up and was out of position at the start 6th (Sr1) over 1755m at Echuca beaten 13 m by Reign Em In (2:06.50) in NR 51 to 55 on April 5 at $13. Two runs back 10th (Sr5) over 1690m at this track, beaten 21 m by Intrusion (2:00.10) in NR up to 55 on January 17 at $61. Unlikely to threaten in this tougher assignment.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 05/04/2026 | 78 | NR 51 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Echuca | 1755m | Neutral | Leigh Sutton | 1:56.0 | 1 |
| 13.1L | $13.00 |
| 3/4 | 29/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Echuca | 2160m | S A Lindberg | 0 |
| 30L | $0.00 | ||
| 10/12 | 17/01/2026 | 16 | NR up to 55 | $12,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Fast | Leigh Sutton | 1:54.4 | 5 |
| 21.7L | $61.00 |
| 2/11 | 01/01/2026 | 9 | NR up to 55 | $6,000.00 | Echuca | 1755m | Neutral | Leigh Sutton | 1:57.0 | 5 |
| 4.0L | $26.00 |
| 3/9 | 23/12/2025 | 9 | NR 55 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | A L Turnbull | 1:57.1 | 1 |
| 3.5L | $81.00 |
| 8/9 | 14/12/2025 | 96 | NR 55 to 64 | $8,000.00 | Gunbower | 2030m | Neutral | Louis Emerson | 1:57.5 | 2 |
| 37.4L | $151.00 |
| 4/7 | 09/09/2025 | 14 | NR 52 to 58 | $6,000.00 | Echuca | 2160m | Neutral | Chris Alford | 1:58.6 | 2 |
| 32.1L | $7.50 |
| 2/2 | 22/06/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Echuca | 2160m | G N Allen | 0 |
| 0.2L | $0.00 |

Driver: Ryan Sanderson
Stats
Comments
Last start 5th (Fr5) over 1609m after showing early pace at Charlton, beaten 7 m by Our Art Work (1:56.00) in NR up to 59 on March 15 at $7.50. At his previous start good run when 2nd (Fr3) over 1650m after showing early speed at Bendigo was leading by 1.25 at the bell, beaten 2 m by Telern Lofty (1:59.10) in NR up to 59 on March 4 at $1.85. Can feature the finish.
Last Starts 31 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | 15/03/2026 | 11 | NR up to 59 | $12,000.00 | Charlton | 1609m | Neutral | Ryan Sanderson | 1:56.0 | 5 |
| 7.7L | $7.50 |
| 2/5 | 04/03/2026 | 29 | NR up to 59 | $6,000.00 | Bendigo | 1650m | Neutral | Ryan Sanderson | 1:56.1 | 3 |
| 2.0L | $1.85 |
| 3/12 | 03/02/2026 | 17 | NR 53 to 58 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Ryan Sanderson | 1:58.6 | 5 |
| 5.7L | $1.65 |
| 3/12 | 17/01/2026 | 20 | NR up to 55 | $12,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Fast | Ryan Sanderson | 1:54.4 | 4 |
| 2.7L | $2.20 |
| 4/8 | 05/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | A L Turnbull | 0 |
| 13L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/5 | 04/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Kyabram | 2130m | Corey O'donoghue | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/8 | 28/12/2025 | 82 | NR up to 55 | $6,000.00 | Cobram | 1670m | Neutral | Ryan Sanderson | 1:54.3 | 2 |
| 9.1L | $3.80 |
| 2/12 | 07/10/2025 | 12 | NR 46 to 50 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Ryan Sanderson | 1:56.9 | 3 |
| 1.7L | $1.90 |

Driver: Damian Wilson
Stats
Comments
Last start was well back in the run when 5th (Fr4) over 1755m at Echuca, beaten 11 m by Reign Em In (2:06.50) in NR 51 to 55 on April 5 at $51. Two runs back 5th (Fr2) over 1690m after showing early speed at Kilmore, at the bell was leading 1.07 beaten 4.5 m by Percession (2:05.80) in NR 50 to 53 on March 26 at $5.50. Looking to others in this contest.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 05/04/2026 | 10 | NR 51 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Echuca | 1755m | Neutral | Casey Leijen | 1:56.0 | 4 |
| 11.5L | $51.00 |
| 5/10 | 26/03/2026 | 18 | NR 50 to 53 | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 1690m | W | Ellen Tormey | 1:59.8 | 2 |
| 4.7L | $5.50 |
| 1/7 | 08/03/2026 | 19 | NR 45 to 50 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Rebecca Bartley | 1:59.5 | 6 |
| 0.2L | $6.50 |
| 8/10 | 17/02/2026 | 7 | NR up to 52 | $6,940.00 | Young | 1720m | Fast | Lochie Painting | 1:56.5 | 4 |
| 19.8L | $31.00 |
| 1/8 | 10/02/2026 | 8 | NR 44 to 48 | $6,940.00 | Temora | 1635m | Fast | Lochie Painting | 1:59.7 | 4 |
| 2.7L | $34.00 |
| 8/9 | 02/02/2026 | 14 | NR up to 48 | $6,940.00 | Wagga | 2270m | Fast | Lochie Painting | 1:57.5 | 3 |
| 27.0L | $41.00 |
| 1/6 | 22/12/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Leeton | 1758m | Good | Lochie Painting | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 | |
| 3/4 | 25/08/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Leeton | 1758m | Good | E A Lepper | 0 |
| 6L | $0.00 |

Driver: David Miles
Stats
Comments
Last start saluted by 1.75 m (Fr4) at Cranbourne (2:33.70) beating The Villain in NR 50 to 55 on April 3 at $4.20 at the bell was 5th-7.7. In form now and can go on with it.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 03/04/2026 | 14 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Cranbourne | 2080m | Neutral | David Miles | 1:58.9 | 4 |
| 1.8L | $4.20 |
| 11/11 | 20/03/2026 | 17 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | David Miles | 1:56.4 | 5 |
| 338.0L | $9.00 |
| 1/10 | 03/03/2026 | 9 | NR up to 50 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | David Miles | 1:56.2 | 1 |
| 0.2L | $5.50 |
| 2/10 | 24/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 1720m | Good | Jordan Leedham | 0 |
| 29.5L | $0.00 | |
| 6/9 | 22/02/2026 | 10 | NR 48 to 53 | $6,000.00 | Cranbourne | 2080m | W | Josh Duggan | 1:57.3 | 2 |
| 39.6L | $10.00 |
| 5/10 | 12/02/2026 | 21 | NR up to 50 | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 2180m | Neutral | David Miles | 2:00.0 | 1 |
| 15.3L | $9.50 |
| 1/5 | 02/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | David Miles | 0 |
| 28L | $0.00 | ||
| 10/10 | 22/01/2026 | 12 | NR up to 52 | $6,000.00 | Kilmore | 1690m | Neutral | Michael Bellman | 1:58.0 | 1 |
| 139.0L | $8.50 |

Driver: James Herbertson
Stats
Comments
Five-year-old mare who has plenty of ability. Unlucky last start 6th (Fr6) over 1740m after showing early speed at Riverina Paceway beaten 16 m by Gem N Em (2:02.80) in NR up to 58 M on April 4 at $2.70. Rates highly on best form and can bounce back.
Last Starts 11 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 04/04/2026 | 50 | NR up to 58 | $9,790.00 | Wagga | 1740m | Fast | Ryan Sanderson | 1:53.6 | 6 |
| 16.9L | $2.70 |
| 1/5 | 19/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Abby Sanderson | 0 |
| 10L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 05/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Corey O'donoghue | 0 |
| 3L | $0.00 | ||
| 6/10 | 13/02/2026 | 29 | NR up to 60 | $14,280.00 | Albury | 1770m | Fast | Abby Sanderson | 1:57.7 | 1 |
| 10.0L | $5.50 |
| 8/10 | 15/01/2026 | 14 | NR 56 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Kilmore | 1690m | Neutral | Abby Sanderson | 1:57.6 | 2 |
| 13.6L | $1.40 |
| 1/10 | 01/01/2026 | 184 | NR up to 65 | $14,990.00 | Leeton | 1758m | Fast | Taylah Osmond | 1:55.7 | 2 |
| 12.7L | $1.90 |
| 1/8 | 01/07/2025 | 42 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Abby Sanderson | 1:56.4 | 5 |
| 11.5L | $1.65 |
| 1/11 | 20/05/2025 | 144 | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Abby Sanderson | 1:59.9 | 4 |
| 9.9L | $1.50 |

Driver: Liam Older
Stats
Comments
Only had 3 starts last preparation. Returned to racing with a handy win on the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 5 m as favourite when driven back in the field, (Fr6) held up early, at Swan Hill (2:43.30) beating Good Day in NR 50 to 55 on March 31 at $2.20 at the bell was 2nd-3.6. Leading contender.
Last Starts 15 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 31/03/2026 | 153 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Swan Hill | 2240m | Neutral | Rebecca Bartley | 1:57.3 | 6 |
| 5.1L | $2.20 |
| 3/5 | 19/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | 0 |
| 10.3L | $0.00 | |||
| 4/8 | 29/10/2025 | 19 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Rebecca Bartley | 1:57.1 | 6 |
| 26.1L | $2.30 |
| 2/8 | 10/10/2025 | 10 | NR up to 47 | $9,790.00 | Wagga | 1740m | Fast | Rebecca Bartley | 1:53.3 | 4 |
| 0.2L | $1.70 |
| 1/9 | 30/09/2025 | - | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Rebecca Bartley | 1:56.3 | 2 |
| 6.2L | $4.80 |
| 7/7 | 08/08/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | J Hallam | 0 |
| 30L | $0.00 |

Driver: Taylor Youl
Stats
Comments
Last start 10th (Sr1) over 1755m at Echuca, beaten 35 m by Maas Betting Again (2:04.70) in 0W/15 0K stake on April 5 at $8. Two runs back 4th (Fr4) over 1750m after showing early speed at Swan Hill was 2nd-0.7 at the bell, beaten 3 m by Ideal Bandit (2:04.30) in NR 56 to 64 on March 31 at $4.80. This looks a far sterner task.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 05/04/2026 | 5 | 0W/15 0K stake | $8,000.00 | Echuca | 1755m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:54.3 | 1 |
| 37.0L | $8.00 |
| 4/10 | 31/03/2026 | 21 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Swan Hill | 1750m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:54.4 | 4 |
| 3.1L | $4.80 |
| 1/6 | 10/03/2026 | 7 | NR 55 to 59 | $7,000.00 | Echuca | 1755m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:56.3 | 1 |
| 0.2L | $1.55 |
| 2/10 | 03/03/2026 | 11 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:54.9 | 4 |
| 4.9L | $2.00 |
| 6/9 | 20/02/2026 | 10 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | S J P O'sullivan | 1:55.2 | 2 |
| 13.5L | $13.00 |
| 2/8 | 10/02/2026 | 7 | NR 52 to 56 | $6,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:56.7 | 3 |
| 1.1L | $1.80 |
| 5/6 | 22/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Nathan Jack | 0 |
| 30L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 04/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Kyabram | 2130m | M F Blackmore | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 |

Driver: Abby Sanderson
Stats
Comments
Last start 9th (Sr2) over 1755m after being wide early at Echuca beaten 35 m by Maas Betting Again (2:04.70) in 0W/15 0K stake on April 5 at $8.50. Two runs back broke in score up and was out of position at the start surrendered the lead and finished 7th (Fr4) over 2240m after showing early pace at Melton beaten 25 m by Mac Bon (2:40.30) in 3yo No NR CG on December 5 at $31. Expect to see a much better run.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/11 | 05/04/2026 | 121 | 0W/15 0K stake | $8,000.00 | Echuca | 1755m | Neutral | Tayla French | 1:54.3 | 2 |
| 33.8L | $8.50 |
| 7/8 | 05/12/2025 | 9 | No NR | $10,000.00 | Melton | 2240m | Neutral | Tayla French | 1:55.2 | 4 |
| 25.3L | $31.00 |
| 1/10 | 26/11/2025 | 7 | No NR | $6,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | Tayla French | 2:00.2 | 3 |
| 1.6L | $1.80 |
| 2/8 | 19/11/2025 | 10 | NR 57 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:57.6 | 2 |
| 0.2L | $3.20 |
| 1/11 | 09/11/2025 | 19 | NR 52 to 57 | $6,000.00 | St Arnaud | 1740m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:59.2 | 2 |
| 12.9L | $1.90 |
| 4/10 | 21/10/2025 | 12 | No NR | $12,500.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:57.5 | 5 |
| 4.2L | $19.00 |
| 1/7 | 09/09/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Tayla French | 0 |
| 1.4L | $0.00 | |
| 4/6 | 05/05/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Alex Ashwood | 0 |
| 1L | $0.00 |