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Townsville Race 9 - Essery Racing
TAKEOVER TARGET (5) placed last time (21.70) at this track in a Grade 3/4, finishing second and beaten a nose. With a clean break looks hard to beat. VALEENA BOY (1) finished well back at this track last time when a 6 length fifth (29.27) but scored three back at this track (21.71). Solid record here at the distance winning three races. Consistent performer from this draw with a win and three minor placings to his credit. Has ability and a bold showing is expected. KRAMER (3) boasts a strong record this course with four wins and four minors from 10 tries. Recorded a 2 length win (21.80) in a Grade 4 last time at this track. Looks well placed here and among the chances. ASCEND KALMIA (8) placed in a close finish last start - worth some thought.
Race Time:10:35 AM
Tuesday, October 20, 2026Track:Good
Weather:Cloudy
Prize Money:$0.00
Distance:380m
1
Valeena Boy (1)7441225135
Trainer: Rhonda Essery (BURDELL)12 mths 52: 9-9-8
3 yo Black Dog
Sire: ASTON RUPEE (AUS)
Dam: PAINT FACE (AUS)
Stats
Career52: 9-9-8
Win %17.31%
Place %50.00%
Prize Money$29,205.00
Comments
Was out of placings last time (29.27) at this track in a Grade 4/5, finishing fifth and beaten 6 lengths. Fairly consistent record from the draw including a win and three minors. Looks suited here and rates a leading chance.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 13/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $4,600.00 | Townsville | 498m | 0:29.27 | 0:28.83 | 0:28.58 | N/A | 3 |
| 6.5L | $13.00 |
| 3/8 | 06/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4/5 | $4,200.00 | Townsville | 498m | 0:29.03 | 0:28.63 | 0:28.41 | N/A | 6 |
| 5.8L | $6.50 |
| 1/8 | 29/09/2026 | 7 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.71 | 0:21.71 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 6 |
| 2.3L | $9.00 |
| 5/8 | 22/09/2026 | 49 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.34 | 0:21.94 | 0:21.71 | N/A | 5 |
| 5.7L | $7.00 |
| 2/8 | 04/08/2026 | 7 | GR 4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.72 | 0:21.61 | 0:21.61 | N/A | 6 |
| 1.5L | $5.00 |
| 2/8 | 28/07/2026 | 7 | GR 4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.87 | 0:21.74 | 0:21.65 | N/A | 1 |
| 1.8L | $4.40 |
2
Hara's Nero (2)4531711532
Trainer: Hayley Wooler (STUART)12 mths 24: 5-4-3
2 yo BLU Dog
Sire: SHIMA SHINE (AUS)
Dam: HARA'S OPAL (AUS)
Stats
Career24: 5-4-3
Win %20.83%
Place %50.00%
Prize Money$16,995.00
Comments
Has been in the minor money the last two runs, the latest finishing second (21.97) at this track. Has a low draw. One of the better hopes.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 13/10/2026 | 28 | GR 4/5 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.97 | 0:21.78 | 0:21.40 | N/A | 7 |
| 2.8L | $1.90 |
| 3/6 | 15/09/2026 | 4 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.83 | 0:21.67 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 8 |
| 2.3L | $2.40 |
| 5/8 | 11/09/2026 | 10 | GR 5 | $5,000.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.92 | 0:21.47 | 0:21.40 | N/A | 2 |
| 6.3L | $4.20 |
| 1/7 | 01/09/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $2,400.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.62 | 0:21.62 | 0:21.34 | N/A | 6 |
| 4.3L | $2.20 |
| 1/8 | 25/08/2026 | 11 | GR 5 | $2,400.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.94 | 0:21.94 | 0:21.50 | N/A | 3 |
| 2.0L | $1.90 |
| 7/7 | 14/08/2026 | 7 | GR 5 | $3,200.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.78 | 0:21.82 | 0:21.77 | N/A | 2 |
| 13.8L | $1.80 |
3
Kramer (3)2212431151
Trainer: Bobbie-Jean Chaffey (STUART)12 mths 19: 6-4-1
2 yo Black Dog
Sire: SHIMA SHINE (AUS)
Dam: WHERE'S THE LADY (AUS)
Stats
Career19: 6-4-1
Win %31.58%
Place %57.89%
Prize Money$12,430.00
Comments
Was prominent from the outset and held on well to win at this track over 380m in 21.80 last start, beating Furious Phantom. Ran one of the fastest times on the program in that last win. Stay with him.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 13/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.80 | 0:21.80 | 0:21.40 | N/A | 2 |
| 2.0L | $1.90 |
| 5/7 | 06/10/2026 | 7 | GR 4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.41 | 0:21.96 | 0:21.55 | N/A | 8 |
| 6.5L | $3.40 |
| 1/8 | 29/09/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $2,400.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.86 | 0:21.86 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 3 |
| 3.5L | $1.80 |
| 1/7 | 25/09/2026 | 10 | RST WIN | $2,400.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.72 | 0:21.72 | 0:21.59 | N/A | 8 |
| 2.3L | $1.80 |
| 3/8 | 15/09/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $2,400.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.24 | 0:21.49 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 7 |
| 10.8L | $3.90 |
| 4/8 | 11/09/2026 | 10 | GR 5 | $5,000.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.81 | 0:21.47 | 0:21.40 | N/A | 3 |
| 4.8L | $8.50 |
4
Furious Phantom (4)1541314642
Trainer: Greta Thomson (BLACK RIVER)12 mths 51: 10-5-6
3 yo Black Dog
Sire: ASTON RUPEE (AUS)
Dam: BABY TALK (AUS)
Stats
Career51: 10-5-6
Win %19.61%
Place %41.18%
Prize Money$25,380.00
Comments
Finished second last start (21.95) over 380m at this track. Tricky draw to overcome. Looks to have the job ahead.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 13/10/2026 | 18 | GR 4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.95 | 0:21.80 | 0:21.40 | N/A | 8 |
| 2.0L | $3.10 |
| 4/8 | 25/09/2026 | 17 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.22 | 0:21.99 | 0:21.59 | N/A | 3 |
| 3.5L | $8.50 |
| 6/8 | 08/09/2026 | 8 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.34 | 0:21.83 | 0:21.65 | N/A | 3 |
| 7.5L | $6.50 |
| 4/8 | 31/08/2026 | 6 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.79 | 0:22.02 | 0:21.86 | N/A | 2 |
| 11.0L | $3.70 |
| 1/7 | 25/08/2026 | 7 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.94 | 0:21.94 | 0:21.50 | N/A | 2 |
| 1.0L | $3.00 |
| 3/7 | 18/08/2026 | 14 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.83 | 0:21.81 | 0:21.75 | N/A | 7 |
| 0.3L | $4.40 |
5
Takeover Target (5)1211114362
Trainer: Michael Hickmott (BLUEWATER)12 mths 32: 11-7-3
2 yo Black Dog
Sire: MOVING TARGET (AUS)
Dam: I'M A DANCER (AUS)
Stats
Career32: 11-7-3
Win %34.38%
Place %65.63%
Prize Money$52,915.00
Comments
Was edged out last time at this track when beaten just a nose but did clock an outstanding 21.70 for the 380m trip. Looms as the one to beat this time.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 06/10/2026 | 7 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.70 | 0:21.70 | 0:21.55 | N/A | 2 |
| 0.1L | $2.10 |
| 6/8 | 29/09/2026 | 7 | OPEN | $7,700.00 | Townsville | 498m | 0:28.92 | 0:28.40 | 0:28.40 | N/A | 2 |
| 7.3L | $3.20 |
| 3/7 | 22/09/2026 | 11 | OPEN | $4,600.00 | Townsville | 498m | 0:29.23 | 0:28.83 | 0:28.44 | N/A | 1 |
| 5.8L | $1.50 |
| 4/8 | 11/09/2026 | 17 | OPEN | $107,830.00 | Townsville | 498m | 0:28.72 | 0:28.25 | 0:28.25 | N/A | 4 |
| 6.5L | $11.00 |
| 1/8 | 25/08/2026 | 7 | OPEN | $23,000.00 | Townsville | 498m | 0:28.31 | 0:28.31 | 0:28.30 | N/A | 8 |
| 5.3L | $1.70 |
| 1/8 | 18/08/2026 | 7 | OPEN | $4,600.00 | Townsville | 498m | 0:28.45 | 0:28.45 | 0:28.45 | N/A | 6 |
| 1.8L | $1.90 |
6
Need A Tow (6)2411126377
Trainer: John La Rosa (MAREEBA)12 mths 36: 7-8-4
2 yo BDL Dog
Sire: TOMMY SHELBY (AUS)
Dam: MINTER EDITION (AUS)
Stats
Career36: 7-8-4
Win %19.44%
Place %52.78%
Prize Money$16,335.00
Comments
Has finished seventh at this circuit at the last two appearances, most recently when beaten 9 lengths behind Ascend Kalmia over 380m. Doesn't look smart enough to threaten the top few.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 06/10/2026 | 7 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.40 | 0:21.70 | 0:21.55 | N/A | 6 |
| 9.8L | $9.00 |
| 7/8 | 29/09/2026 | 7 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.31 | 0:21.71 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 8 |
| 8.8L | $6.00 |
| 3/7 | 22/09/2026 | 7 | GR 2/3 | $3,200.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.11 | 0:21.78 | 0:21.71 | N/A | 2 |
| 4.8L | $6.50 |
| 6/7 | 15/09/2026 | 7 | GR 2/3 | $3,200.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.01 | 0:21.65 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 4 |
| 5.0L | $4.80 |
| 2/8 | 08/09/2026 | 8 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.93 | 0:21.83 | 0:21.65 | N/A | 4 |
| 1.5L | $5.50 |
| 1/8 | 31/08/2026 | 6 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.02 | 0:22.02 | 0:21.86 | N/A | 3 |
| 1.0L | $6.00 |
7
Moonshine Magic (7)6382567511
Trainer: Bobbie-Jean Chaffey (STUART)12 mths 43: 11-5-4
3 yo Black Bitch
Sire: SHIMA SHINE (AUS)
Dam: MAGGIE'S HABIT (AUS)
Stats
Career43: 11-5-4
Win %25.58%
Place %46.51%
Prize Money$21,665.00
Comments
Good effort to win last start by a nose over 380m at this track in a handy (21.96), beating Enzola. Has ability and among the chances.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 13/10/2026 | 4 | GR 5 | $2,400.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.96 | 0:21.96 | 0:21.40 | N/A | 8 |
| 0.1L | $3.50 |
| 1/7 | 09/10/2026 | 24 | GR 5 | $2,400.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.90 | 0:21.90 | 0:21.58 | N/A | 8 |
| 2.3L | $5.50 |
| 5/6 | 15/09/2026 | 11 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.07 | 0:21.67 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 1 |
| 5.8L | $9.50 |
| 7/8 | 04/09/2026 | 3 | Other | $3,200.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.55 | 0:22.11 | 0:21.56 | N/A | 7 |
| 6.3L | $5.50 |
| 6/8 | 01/09/2026 | 14 | OPEN | $3,200.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.16 | 0:21.50 | 0:21.34 | N/A | 3 |
| 9.3L | $18.00 |
| 5/7 | 18/08/2026 | 4 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.11 | 0:21.81 | 0:21.75 | N/A | 3 |
| 4.3L | $7.00 |
| 99/1 | 21/06/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | The Gardens | 272m | N/A | 0:16.06 | N/A | N/A | 1 |
| 0L | $0.00 |
8
Ascend Kalmia (8)4856722312
Trainer: Bobbie-Jean Chaffey (STUART)12 mths 33: 8-5-3
2 yo BDL Bitch
Sire: PAT C SABBATH (AUS)
Dam: DAPH'S ASCEND (AUS)
Stats
Career33: 8-5-3
Win %24.24%
Place %48.48%
Prize Money$17,420.00
Comments
Quickly away at this track two runs back then again settled forward and finished second at this track last start over 380m. Has clocked a blistering 21.7 Best Time here at the trip. Winning chance with a similar performance.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Ran | Win | BON | A1s | Box | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 13/10/2026 | 7 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.93 | 0:21.91 | 0:21.40 | N/A | 3 |
| 0.3L | $4.40 |
| 1/8 | 06/10/2026 | 11 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.70 | 0:21.70 | 0:21.55 | N/A | 1 |
| 0.1L | $3.40 |
| 3/8 | 25/09/2026 | 7 | GR 3/4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.16 | 0:21.99 | 0:21.59 | N/A | 7 |
| 2.5L | $4.40 |
| 2/8 | 18/09/2026 | 3 | GR 4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.84 | 0:21.62 | 0:21.62 | N/A | 4 |
| 3.0L | $14.00 |
| 2/8 | 15/09/2026 | 14 | GR 4 | $2,800.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:21.76 | 0:21.74 | 0:21.49 | N/A | 2 |
| 0.3L | $7.50 |
| 7/8 | 01/09/2026 | 14 | OPEN | $3,200.00 | Townsville | 380m | 0:22.38 | 0:21.63 | 0:21.34 | N/A | 2 |
| 10.4L | $15.00 |