2025 Mackay Cup Day Preview  

2025 Mackay Cup Day Preview  

• Craig Sheppard
The countdown is on to Ladbrokes Mackay Cup Day, one of the highlights of the Queensland Northern Winter Carnival and this Saturday’s 2025 edition looks like a beauty.  The rail is out 2m between the 900m-400m; 2.5m between the 400m and Winning Post; and true the remainder.  Although the track is currently rated a Soft 5, with clear skies forecast, I’m anticipating ideal conditions for racing.  I’ve crunched the form and locked in my top selections for all eight Mackay Cup Day races.  Race 1 – Maiden Handicap (1100 METRES) No. 7 Dawn Embers Open Race time:  This is a near…
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Q1 Lakeside Preview – Thursday 24th July 

Q1 Lakeside Preview – Thursday 24th July 

• Craig Sheppard
Thursday night racing at Q1 Lakeside never disappoints, and this week’s card looks like another beauty.  Expect fast times, tight finishes, and a few surprise packets as the dogs hit the track under lights.  I’ve run the rule over the form and picked out a few that look ready to fire. Let’s get into it.  Race 1 – Ladbrokes Odds Surge 6th Grade 457m No. 1 Gus The Great Open Race time:  GUS THE GREAT (1) is having his first look at this course and distance but arrives at Q1 Lakeside in great form.  The Travis Elson-trained dog started his…
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Eagle Farm Preview – Wednesday 23rd July 

Eagle Farm Preview – Wednesday 23rd July 

• Craig Sheppard
Eagle Farm hosts a midweek meeting this Wednesday with eight races on the card, and I’ve got your full preview and tips ready to go.  The track is currently a Soft 5, and with the race day forecast suggesting showers, we should be racing on a track with the sting out of it.   With the rail out 12m the entire course, horses racing on pace should be favoured.  Let’s dive in and see if we can find a few Eagle Farm winners to brighten your Wednesday!  Race 1 – Maiden Plate (1800 METRES) No. 1 Casterly Rock Open Race…
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