Launceston

Today, December 10, 2025Flat5fSoft

Verdict

Tricky. On what we've seen, VABUIAGI (14) will be hard to beat. Followed a Hobart trial win with a half-length defeat here on debut over 1000m. She will carry just 52kg with the in-form apprentice aboard, and maps for the race. MEGALITA (6) finished it off well enough here on debut, and the extra metres are sure to suit. Has a wide gate to contend with, but expect him to hit the line hard. The speedy SH'BOURNE RISING (11) debuts and creates plenty of interest with Newitt booked. Missed a nose in her latest trial, and she can enjoy a soft run in transit. VORTISTAR (8) resumes and has switched from a Victorian yard. Went well in the recent trial on the synthetic, and he has a plum gate. The Byrne Burke-Trinder linkage is potent. Has enough ability and looks ready to go.

14. Vabuiagi
6. Megalita
11. Shbourne Rising

Win Only

8. 8. Vortistar
J: ERICA BYRNE BURKET: ADAM TRINDER
F: 565x
Price History:
3.25
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
102
Verdict
Resuming after a three-and-a-half months break. Finished off last campaign fifth of 9 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw August 30 over 1610m, soft track; 2.75 len behind Super Paradise with 57kg at $7.50. On debut fifth of 10 at Cranbourne Mdn-Sw July 17 over 1200m, soft track; 5 len behind Gentle Steel with 57kg at $8. Keep very safe.
11. 11. Shbourne Rising
J: CRAIG NEWITTT: SHAUN NICHOLS
Price History:
4.75
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
Four-year-old mare (Wordsmith - Malandrina) will no doubt benefit from the three trials leading in today's debut. Was second in a 800m trial on December 2 at Longford. Breaks from a low barrier and looks to have talent.
6. 6. Megalita
J: CODI JORDANT: GLENN STEVENSON
F: 4
Price History:
4.50
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
At debut, 4th of 9 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 21 over 1100m, 3 len behind Wolf Junior carrying 57kg at $6.50. Will finish hard.
12. 12. Bad Alibi
J: SAM KENNEDYT: JOHN BLACKER
F: 84
Price History:
11.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Third race start today. When well in the market at debut, sat on the pace before fading 8th of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 12 over 1200m, 7 len behind Oxidize carrying 55kg at $4. Last start 4th of 9 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 26 over 1100m, 0.7 len behind Zulu Fields carrying 55kg at $3.50. Rates well but needs a good ride.
14. 14. Vabuiagi
J: JABEZ JOHNSTONET: STUART GANDY
F: 2
Price History:
8.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Was well in the market at debut, sat on speed throughout when 2nd of 9 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 26 over 1100m, 0.5 len behind Zulu Fields with 53kg at $4.60. Tough to beat.
5. 5. Geegees Ace
J: ANTHONY DARMANINT: STUART GANDY
F: 5
Price History:
9.50
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
17
Verdict
At debut, 5th of 13 at Hobart Mdn-Sw on November 23 over 1200m, slow going 3 len behind Sky Of Gold carrying 57kg at $7. Likely improver with a top hoop booked.
13. 13. Up To Tori
J: TROY BAKERT: SIGRID CARR
F: 5x3
Price History:
11.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
17
4. 4. Favourite Deputy
J: DAVID PIREST: JOHN BLACKER
Price History:
15.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
Gelding by Wordsmith on debut. Recent trial form has been pretty solid. Ran 3rd in a trial at Longford over 800m on December 2. Watch for any market moves.
10. 10. Royal Scene
J: CHLOE WELLST: STEPHEN LOCKHART
F: 38x39
Price History:
31.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
17
Verdict
Third-up today. Resuming 3rd of 8 at this track Mdn-Sw on October 31 over 1100m, on a slow track; 4 len behind The Trine with 56.5kg at $9. Last start 9th of 11 at Hobart Mdn-Sw on November 23 over 1200m, slow going 7 len behind Sh' Bourne Angel carrying 56.5kg at $9. Must improve sharply.
2. 2. Mister Manihi
J: CATHERINE VAN MUNSTERT: CHRISTIE BURT
F: 03x83
Price History:
31.00
Age:
6
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resuming 8th of 10 at Hobart Mdn-Sw on November 4 over 1000m, on a wet track; 11 len behind Celestial Glow carrying 55.5kg at $7.50. Second-up held ground to the line 3rd of 9 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 26 over 1100m, 0.6 len behind Zulu Fields carrying 55.5kg at $31. Tested in this line-up.
3. 3. Pipe Down Ellie
J: STAN TSAIKOST: DREW TYSON
F: 8
Price History:
151.00
Age:
5
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Jumped at long odds at debut, second last of 9 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 26 over 1100m, 2.75 len behind Zulu Fields with 56.5kg at $26. Wide gate against.
16. 16. Prosperous Miss
J: JETT STANLEYT: PAUL HILL
F: 669x9
Price History:
151.00
Age:
7
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Second run back. First-up after nine months from last on the turn ran last of 9 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 26 over 1100m, 4 len behind Zulu Fields carrying 56.5kg at $31. Previously second-up 6th of 14 at this track Mdn-Sw on February 2 over 1400m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Talk Like That carrying 54kg at $21. Prepared to take her on.
1. 1. Dark Winter
J: KELVIN SANDERSONT: GRAEME MCCULLOCH
F: 7x
Price History:
126.00
Age:
5
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
115
Verdict
Resumes from a spell after only one run when 7th of 10 at Devonport Synthetic Mdn-Sw on August 17 over 1009m, 4 len behind Munich Marble carrying 55.5kg at $19. Will take great benefit from this run.

Non-Runners

15. 15. Surf Soul
J: -T: DYLAN CLARK
F: 07x66
Price History:
41.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
7
Verdict
Third-up today. Resuming got back early 6th of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 12 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Oxidize with 58.5kg at $13. Last start eased back early on 6th of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on December 3 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Arctic Attraction with 56.5kg at $16. Well placed. Passing.
18. 18. Smash N Grab
J: -T: AMANDA JONES
F: 66x67
Price History:
41.00
Age:
5
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up 6th of 10 at Hobart Mdn-Sw on November 4 over 1000m, on rain affected going; 3.5 len behind Celestial Glow carrying 54.5kg at $6. Second run from a spell 7th of 9 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 26 over 1100m, 2.75 len behind Zulu Fields with 56.5kg at $19. Can't recommend until improvement is shown.
17. 17. Zoe Of Rome
J: -T: JOHN BLACKER
F: 75770
Price History:
81.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
At the latest run 11th of 13 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 26 over 1400m, 12 len behind Beneficiary with 55kg at $61. The run before that 7th of 11 at this track Mdn-Sw on November 21 over 1400m, 6 len behind Zanzi with 55kg at $21. Struggling to make an impact lately and others appeal more.

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