Pakenham Race 3 - Edsa Group Mdn Plate
KOKESHI (9) sets the standard after resuming with a strong second at Ballarat, beaten just under a length by Southern Sway, and she has already placed at this track. She looks well placed to go one better if she improves as expected from a good gate. IFTIHAR (8) is the clear danger, coming through a Mornington fourth in stronger metro company after a narrow Kyneton placing. Peak fitness and maps well on speed; go close. CALEXPO (13) resumes with two Flemington trials behind him and is entitled to improve sharply on a heavy-track Geelong debut where he was well found but beaten just under nine lengths. Watch for a push. HEAVY IS THE HEAD (6) is another genuine chance after closing strongly for second at Sale, with a slight check in running adding merit. Tough draw but will be running on late. SLUGGER (3) was sound on debut over this route and can improve.
Jockey: Thomas Stockdale
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Made his debut at this track over 1000m and finished seventh, beaten six and a half lengths, after settling well back and giving away too much start. The market offered little encouragement at long odds, and he now tackles 1200m for the first time while carrying 59.5kg. Has to lift sharply at 1200m.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/11 | 30/10/2026 | - | MDN 3U | $45,000.00 | Pakenham | 1000m | Soft 6 | Adam Mccabe | 59.5kg | 0:57.76 | 10-7-7 | 2 |
| 6.8L | $81.00 |
| 2/4 | 12/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 1000m | Adam Mccabe | 1:00.38 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/8 | 05/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 1000m | Adam Mccabe | 1:00.02 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Lachlan Neindorf
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Makes his debut after a close second in his latest Pakenham trial, which gives him some platform for a first raceday appearance. The $180,000 yearling purchase is from a family with black-type depth, including Royalty Interest, and Lachlan Neindorf is a strong booking at this track. Market will tell plenty.
Last Starts 23 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 20/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham | 1000m | Lachlan Neindorf | 1:00.82 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/8 | 06/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham | 1000m | Teo Nugent | 1:00.24 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 6/8 | 11/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Caulfield Heath | 900m | Soft | Jason Maskiell | 0:55.72 | - | 0 |
| 3.16L | $0.00 | |
| 4/7 | 02/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham | 800m | Lachlan Neindorf | 0:50.01 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 6/6 | 29/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Caulfield Heath | 800m | Good | Thomas Stockdale | 0:44.77 | - | 0 |
| 13.35L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Beau Mertens
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Began slowly on debut at Moe before finishing fourth, beaten just over four lengths behind Go Maggie Mae, and the stewards confirmed he was slow to begin. He kept on after having work to do, which suggests there was more merit than the bare margin. Blinkers go on and barrier 4 gives him a better platform.
Last Starts 25 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 18/10/2026 | - | MDN 3U | $32,000.00 | Moe | 1100m | Good 4 | Beau Mertens | 57kg | 1:05.98 | 7-7-4 | 3 |
| 4.3L | $9.50 |
| 2/7 | 28/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Caitlin Hollowood | 0:48.79 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 7/8 | 14/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Dakotah Keane | 0:46.62 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Damien Thornton
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Debuts for the Anthony and Sam Freedman stable after a close second in his latest Sandown-Hillside trial, and that recent hit-out is a useful pointer. The stable has a solid debut record, and his half-relations Lazenby and Niven both won races, so the profile is not without interest. Market best guide.
Last Starts 8 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 04/11/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Sandown-Hillside | 800m | Damien Thornton | 0:49.75 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/7 | 19/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 1000m | Declan Bates | 0:59.38 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/7 | 21/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Mark Zahra | 0:47.29 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 3/6 | 01/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 1000m | Daniel Stackhouse | 1:01.72 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/8 | 14/05/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Caulfield Heath | 800m | Good | Damien Thornton | 0:47.37 | - | 0 |
| 5.5L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Daniel Stackhouse
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Went close at Sale last start, finishing second and beaten just under a length after closing strongly, with the stewards noting she was steadied near the 350m. That came after a fourth on the Pakenham Synthetic when she made ground from well back. Race fit and suited at 1200m, takes holding out.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 25/10/2026 | 20 | MDN 3U | $55,000.00 | Sale | 1200m | Soft 6 | Luke Currie | 57.5kg | 1:11.94 | 11-7-2 | 9 |
| 0.8L | $12.00 |
| 4/10 | 05/10/2026 | 15 | MDN 3U | $42,500.00 | Pakenham Synthetic | 1200m | Synthetic | Jackie Beriman | 57.5kg | 1:10.06 | 9-9-4 | 3 |
| 3.6L | $10.00 |
| 3/9 | 20/09/2026 | 159 | MDN 3U | $32,000.00 | Bairnsdale | 1000m | Good 4 | Jackie Beriman | 57.5kg | 0:58.93 | 7-6-3 | 4 |
| 1.5L | $4.80 |
| 1/6 | 09/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Moe | 675m | Jackie Beriman | 0:43.72 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 4/5 | 14/04/2026 | 13 | MDN F 3 | $32,000.00 | Donald | 1350m | Good 4 | Tom Madden | 57kg | 1:20.35 | 3-2-4 | 4 |
| 7.5L | $9.50 |
| 7/7 | 01/04/2026 | 13 | MDN F 3 | $42,500.00 | Geelong | 1200m | Good 4 | Jackie Beriman | 57kg | 1:10.95 | 7-7-7 | 5 |
| 5.5L | $19.00 |
| 4/12 | 19/03/2026 | 69 | MDN F 3 | $45,000.00 | Pakenham | 1000m | Soft 5 | Jackie Beriman | 57kg | 0:58.79 | 12-9-4 | 8 |
| 1.4L | $9.00 |
| 1/6 | 10/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham | 800m | Jackie Beriman | 0:49.45 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Carleen Hefel
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Was unwanted in the market on debut at this track over 1000m and finished ninth, beaten eight lengths, after settling back and covering ground. She was hampered approaching the 800m, but the run still lacked the finish required to threaten. Sharp improvement required.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/11 | 30/10/2026 | - | MDN 3U | $45,000.00 | Pakenham | 1000m | Soft 6 | Jake Noonan | 57.5kg | 0:57.76 | 6-11-9 | 8 |
| 8.0L | $61.00 |
| 4/7 | 20/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham | 800m | Damien Thornton | 0:48.46 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/5 | 13/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham | 1000m | Damien Thornton | 1:04.81 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Caitlin Hollowood
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Comes through stronger metro company after finishing fourth at Mornington, beaten just over four lengths by Regal Harry when only fair late after looming. Her previous Kyneton third was much stronger, beaten a neck by Blue Dream on soft ground, and she has placed two times from three starts at this distance. Peaks now and will take catching.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/9 | 22/10/2026 | 14 | MDN 3U | $35,000.00 | Mornington | 1200m | Good 4 | Caitlin Hollowood | 55.5kg | 1:10.79 | 2-2-4 | 8 |
| 4.3L | $11.00 |
| 3/12 | 08/10/2026 | 174 | MDN FM 3U | $35,000.00 | Kyneton | 1203m | Soft 5 | Jake Noonan | 58kg | 1:12.22 | 1-1-3 | 9 |
| 0.2L | $19.00 |
| 5/9 | 21/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Hayley Dalton | 0:46.72 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 6/9 | 17/04/2026 | 21 | MDN 3U | $45,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1300m | Soft 6 | Jamie Mott | 57kg | 1:19.84 | 2-2-6 | 7 |
| 6.5L | $3.70 |
| 3/5 | 27/03/2026 | 14 | MDN F 3 | $45,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1400m | Soft 6 | Jamie Mott | 57kg | 1:24.98 | 1-2-3 | 4 |
| 4.4L | $3.80 |
| 3/12 | 13/03/2026 | 19 | MDN 3 | $60,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1400m | Good 4 | Jamie Mott | 56kg | 1:24.49 | 1-1-3 | 12 |
| 0.9L | $51.00 |
| 3/8 | 22/02/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $32,000.00 | Moe | 1200m | Good 4 | Nadia Daniels | 54kg | 1:13.18 | 1-1-3 | 1 |
| 2.3L | $7.00 |
| 6/10 | 16/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Beau Mertens | 0:46.80 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jye Mcneil
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Resumed with a strong Ballarat second over 1000m, beaten just under a length by Southern Sway after finishing off with purpose. She now rises from country grade to a harder meeting, but she has placed at this track and rates highly on her last 12 months of form. Drawn to get her chance and will take beating.
Last Starts 20 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 23/10/2026 | 191 | MDN FM 3U | $42,500.00 | Ballarat | 1000m | Good 4 | Declan Bates | 58kg | 0:59.31 | 4-6-2 | 5 |
| 0.8L | $9.00 |
| 2/5 | 05/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 760m | Samantha Young | 0:46.09 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 6/9 | 21/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Dylan Dean | 0:46.72 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 7/8 | 15/04/2026 | 14 | MDN 3U | $55,000.00 | Sandown-Lakeside | 1400m | Soft 5 | Patrick Moloney | 57kg | 1:25.43 | 3-4-7 | 1 |
| 4.3L | $13.00 |
| 4/7 | 01/04/2026 | 13 | MDN F 3 | $42,500.00 | Geelong | 1200m | Good 4 | Patrick Moloney | 57kg | 1:10.95 | 3-4-4 | 6 |
| 2.0L | $9.00 |
| 4/12 | 19/03/2026 | 14 | MDN F 3 | $45,000.00 | Pakenham | 1000m | Soft 5 | Patrick Moloney | 57kg | 0:58.79 | 5-4-4 | 7 |
| 1.4L | $7.50 |
| 2/8 | 05/03/2026 | 163 | MDN F 3 | $45,000.00 | Pakenham | 1100m | Good 4 | Patrick Moloney | 57kg | 1:04.84 | 2-2-2 | 6 |
| 0.5L | $15.00 |
| 5/10 | 23/09/2025 | 18 | MDN 3U | $32,000.00 | Moe | 1217m | Soft 7 | Patrick Moloney | 55kg | 1:14.82 | 4-4-5 | 7 |
| 5.8L | $15.00 |
Jockey: Teo Nugent
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Was beaten over 13 lengths at Traralgon last start after settling back and making no impression, with no obvious excuse in running. The prior Bairnsdale third was better, as she charged home after being held up approaching the 300m, but she has been unplaced in two starts at this distance. Barrier 1 helps, but others have stronger claims.
Last Starts 12 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12 | 31/10/2026 | 19 | MDN 3U | $32,000.00 | Traralgon | 1100m | Soft 5 | Jason Maskiell | 57.5kg | 1:04.78 | 11-11-10 | 8 |
| 12.5L | $101.00 |
| 3/10 | 12/10/2026 | 253 | MDN 3U | $32,000.00 | Bairnsdale | 1000m | Soft 7 | Teo Nugent | 57.5kg | 1:01.77 | 8-9-3 | 9 |
| 2.0L | $19.00 |
| 12/14 | 01/02/2026 | 10 | MDN | $42,500.00 | Sale | 1400m | Good 4 | Logan Mcneil | 57.5kg | 1:24.65 | 3-4-12 | 5 |
| 13.4L | $201.00 |
| 5/8 | 22/01/2026 | 4 | MDN 3,45 | $65,000.00 | Cranbourne | 1200m | Good 3 | Jackie Beriman | 57.5kg | 1:11.12 | 7-7-5 | 4 |
| 6.0L | $71.00 |
| 9/10 | 18/01/2026 | 15 | MDN | $32,000.00 | Stony Creek | 1100m | Soft 5 | Jackie Beriman | 57.5kg | 1:07.61 | 7-9-9 | 7 |
| 4.7L | $61.00 |
| 2/8 | 03/01/2026 | 69 | MDN | $5,000.00 | Woolamai | 1008m | Good 4 | Shaun Cooper | 65kg | 1:01.10 | - | 3 |
| 2.0L | $4.60 |
| 3/5 | 17/12/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Moe | 1000m | Paul Worthington | 1:01.42 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 3/4 | 29/01/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Moe | 675m | Paul Worthington | 0:40.78 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Jett Stanley
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-month break after a Bendigo debut where she finished seventh, beaten five and a half lengths, with stewards noting she was steadied approaching the 800m and laid out in the straight. Two trials since, including a close second at Cranbourne, suggest she has come back in reasonable order. Market best guide fresh.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 02/11/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Jamie Mott | 0:47.97 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 4/9 | 12/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Cranbourne | 800m | Lachlan Neindorf | 0:46.96 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 7/14 | 25/06/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $42,500.00 | Bendigo | 1100m | Soft 6 | Damien Thornton | 56kg | 1:04.67 | 8-7-7 | 7 |
| 5.6L | $71.00 |
Jockey: Luke Nolen
Weight: 56kgs
Stats
Comments
Worked into third at Avoca last start but was still beaten just over seven lengths by Secret Crossing after settling back and passing tiring runners. Her debut on the Pakenham Synthetic was only fair, beaten four and a half lengths after sitting behind the leaders. Race fit and has 1200m experience, though the main hopes look stronger.
Last Starts 26 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/8 | 17/10/2026 | 15 | MDN 3 | $25,000.00 | Avoca | 1200m | Good 4 | Dylan Dunn | 56kg | 1:11.73 | 8-7-3 | 7 |
| 7.3L | $10.00 |
| 6/11 | 02/10/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $60,000.00 | Pakenham Synthetic | 1000m | Synthetic | Luke Nolen | 56kg | 0:57.46 | 5-4-6 | 3 |
| 4.6L | $16.00 |
| 5/7 | 15/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham | 800m | Luke Nolen | 0:50.10 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 4/5 | 08/09/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Pakenham Synthetic | 750m | Synthetic | Luke Cartwright | 0:44.88 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
Jockey: Brad Rawiller
Weight: 59.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-month break after being beaten just under nine lengths on debut at Geelong, where he was near the top of betting but raced on heavy ground, covered ground and was eased down late. He has since had two trials, the latest a Flemington third, and the £270,000 yearling purchase comes from the Hayes stable. Well-bred, costly type with upside.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 30/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Flemington | 1000m | Luke Currie | 1:02.50 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 23/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Flemington | 800m | Jackson Radley | 0:46.50 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 6/7 | 19/06/2026 | - | MDN 3 | $42,500.00 | Geelong | 1225m | Heavy 9 | Ben Allen | 58kg | 1:16.51 | 5-6-6 | 2 |
| 8.8L | $4.00 |
Jockey: Unknown
Weight: 58kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a five-month break after tiring into fifth at Ballarat Synthetic, beaten five and a half lengths, having led to the straight. His debut sixth at Mornington came in Open company on heavy ground after racing wide early, so there is some context to the form. Has shown speed, but finishing the race off is the issue.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/5 | 30/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Flemington | 800m | Michael Dee | 0:49.72 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/6 | 23/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Flemington | 800m | Celine Gaudray | 0:45.33 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/9 | 02/07/2026 | 24 | MDN 2 | $42,500.00 | Ballarat Synthetic | 1200m | Synthetic | Will Gordon | 58kg | 1:12.58 | 1-1-5 | 2 |
| 5.6L | $8.50 |
| 6/10 | 08/06/2026 | - | OPEN 2 | $60,000.00 | Mornington | 1200m | Heavy 8 | Jackson Radley | 56kg | 1:12.27 | 2-2-6 | 7 |
| 6.5L | $6.00 |
Jockey: Damian Lane
Weight: 57.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Returns from a lengthy spell after two unplaced Sandown runs last year, the latest an 11th at Sandown-Hillside when beaten just under five lengths and unwanted in the market. Her trials have been mixed, though an earlier Flemington placing offers some encouragement, and Damian Lane going on is a positive. Trials are mixed, but she warrants respect for Waller/Lane.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/6 | 30/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Flemington | 1000m | Jye Mcneil | 1:01.27 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 3/5 | 23/10/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Flemington | 800m | Beau Mertens | 0:47.86 | - | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 11/13 | 03/09/2025 | 14 | MDN 3 | $55,000.00 | Sandown-Hillside | 1500m | Good 4 | Lachlan Neindorf | 56kg | 1:30.81 | 6-9-11 | 3 |
| 4.8L | $21.00 |
| 8/11 | 20/08/2025 | - | MDN 3 | $55,000.00 | Sandown-Lakeside | 1200m | Soft 5 | Damian Lane | 56kg | 1:10.86 | 11-11-8 | 9 |
| 3.7L | $41.00 |