Mildura Race 5 - Lord Muckalee Pace
BIGBASHASH (5) led last time out and was successful in a nice return to form at Horsham over 1700m, getting home by 2.25 metres. Meets some better types this time but she has the ability to make it two on the trot. GUEST ARTIST NZ (3) ran fourth last start at this track over 2190m, beaten 15 metres. Expecting a very good run. THEBUCKSONYOU (7) is the next elect off a last-start win by 2.5 metres at Swan Hill over 1750m. Stick with him. UNITED (2) has been about the mark of late and must be respected from a handy gate, the latest offering a sound third at this track over 2190m.

Driver: Luke Watson
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Comments
Began his campaign last start running was driven from back in the field when 6th (Fr4) over 2190m at this track, beaten 35 m by Bandit Eyes (2:40.70) on July 31 at $23. This looks a far sterner test.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/7 | 31/07/2026 | 163 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:58.1 | 4 |
| 35.9L | $23.00 |
| 1/3 | 20/07/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Luke Watson | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/8 | 18/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:59.8 | 2 |
| 7.3L | $8.00 |
| 7/8 | 11/02/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:55.8 | 1 |
| 8.8L | $7.50 |
| 2/10 | 04/02/2026 | 12 | NR 57 to 66 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:57.9 | 4 |
| 2.3L | $12.00 |
| 3/8 | 23/01/2026 | 28 | NR 50 to 59 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:59.7 | 5 |
| 11.0L | $34.00 |
| 2/3 | 19/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Kathy Watson | 0 |
| 2L | $0.00 | ||
| 3/9 | 26/12/2025 | 16 | NR 50 to 61 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:57.5 | 2 |
| 20.0L | $23.00 |

Driver: Jack Laugher
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Comments
Solid performance when a close second behind Nevs Dream at this track over 1790m on July 17 at $7. Then a handy effort when beaten by 7 m finishing third after showing early speed, behind Bandit Eyes at this track over 2190m on July 31 at $4.60. Has been racing well and is sure to prove tough to beat.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 31/07/2026 | 14 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:58.1 | 2 |
| 7.4L | $4.60 |
| 2/10 | 17/07/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:59.6 | 2 |
| 0.1L | $7.00 |
| 4/7 | 10/07/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Sutherland | 1:59.0 | 1 |
| 5.4L | $5.00 |
| 3/7 | 03/07/2026 | 1 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 2:03.6 | 2 |
| 4.2L | $14.00 |
| 3/7 | 02/07/2026 | 6 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 2:03.6 | 2 |
| 4.2L | $14.00 |
| 5/7 | 26/06/2026 | 14 | NR 57 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Sutherland | 1:57.6 | 5 |
| 8.7L | $34.00 |
| 2/3 | 17/11/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Andrew Vozlic | 0 |
| 30L | $0.00 | ||
| 3/4 | 17/04/2022 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Aaron Coad | 0 |
| 0L | $0.00 |

Driver: Wayne Hill
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Comments
Last start 4th (Fr3) over 2190m after showing early pace at this track, at the bell was 3rd-13.7 beaten 15 m by Bandit Eyes (2:40.70) on July 31 at $5.50. Before that, 5th (Fr2) over 2190m at Shepparton beaten 30 m by With In Reason (2:40.00) on June 23 at $8. Expected to be in the finish again.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/7 | 31/07/2026 | 38 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Wayne Hill | 1:58.1 | 3 |
| 15.2L | $5.50 |
| 5/7 | 23/06/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 67 | $7,000.00 | Shepparton | 2190m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:57.6 | 2 |
| 28.4L | $8.00 |
| 4/7 | 16/06/2026 | 11 | NR 54 to 58 | $7,000.00 | Shepparton | 1690m | Neutral | Abby Sanderson | 1:56.0 | 3 |
| 10.6L | $3.70 |
| 3/8 | 05/06/2026 | 7 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:59.8 | 1 |
| 6.9L | $2.80 |
| 2/11 | 29/05/2026 | 13 | NR 51 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:58.6 | 1 |
| 8.4L | $2.20 |
| 11/12 | 16/05/2026 | 46 | 0W/15 0K stake | $15,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | Alex Ashwood | 1:54.1 | 7 |
| 15.7L | $41.00 |
| 1/7 | 11/05/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Alex Ashwood | 0 |
| 14L | $0.00 | ||
| 6/8 | 28/01/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Menangle | 1609m | Good | Robert Morris | 0 |
| 13.2L | $0.00 |

Driver: Luke Sutherland
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Comments
Hard to fault of late. Last start raced just off the speed and boxed on; won by 1.2 m (Sr5) at this track (2:12.10) beating Flight Loutenant in on July 31 at $5 at the bell was 2nd-2.1. Form excellent and expected to be in the finish again.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 31/07/2026 | 7 | 0-3 WINs (NR55) | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:58.8 | 5 |
| 1.2L | $5.00 |
| 2/8 | 24/07/2026 | 7 | NR 52 to 56 | $6,000.00 | Swan Hill | 1750m | Neutral | Nathan Jack | 1:56.6 | 6 |
| 3.1L | $4.80 |
| 1/10 | 17/07/2026 | 7 | NR 52 to 56 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:59.0 | 2 |
| 21.5L | $7.00 |
| 2/8 | 10/07/2026 | 7 | NR 52 to 56 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:59.9 | 5 |
| 6.0L | $15.00 |
| 7/11 | 03/07/2026 | 14 | NR 51 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 2:02.3 | 4 |
| 8.2L | $5.50 |
| 7/10 | 19/06/2026 | 21 | NR 52 to 56 | $6,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 2:01.0 | 4 |
| 26.2L | $6.00 |
| 3/5 | 15/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Andrew Vozlic | 0 |
| 18L | $0.00 | ||
| 5/6 | 16/12/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Kate Gath | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 |

Driver: Aaron Dunn
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Comments
Last start won by 2.25 m after showing early speed, (Fr5) at Horsham (2:05.70) beating Imallattitude in on July 27 at $2.60 at the bell was leading 5.1. Sure to play a big role again.
Last Starts 10 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 27/07/2026 | 7 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Horsham | 1700m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 1:59.0 | 5 |
| 2.3L | $2.60 |
| 6/10 | 20/07/2026 | 14 | NR 51 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Stawell | 1785m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 1:57.0 | 7 |
| 15.2L | $19.00 |
| 3/8 | 06/07/2026 | 14 | 0-1 WIN | $6,000.00 | Charlton | 2100m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 2:00.3 | 6 |
| 8.1L | $1.55 |
| 4/11 | 22/06/2026 | 122 | NR 50 to 55 | $6,000.00 | Horsham | 1700m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 1:57.0 | 7 |
| 14.6L | $8.00 |
| 2/5 | 14/06/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Maryborough | 2190m | Aaron Dunn | 0 |
| 1L | $0.00 | ||
| 4/9 | 20/02/2026 | 11 | NR up to 55 | $6,000.00 | Bendigo | 1650m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 1:55.8 | 1 |
| 1.8L | $5.50 |
| 1/11 | 09/02/2026 | - | MAIDEN | $6,000.00 | Stawell | 1785m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 1:58.2 | 5 |
| 4.2L | $1.40 |
| 1/6 | 03/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Melton | 2240m | Good | Aaron Dunn | 0 |
| 1.2L | $0.00 |

Driver: Kathy Watson
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Comments
Last start 6th (Fr2) over 1790m at this track beaten 45 m by Royal Appointment (2:10.00) on July 31 at $81. Two runs back won by a nose when quickly away, (Fr1) at this track (2:13.10) beating United in on July 17 at $4.33 at the bell was leading 3.5. Hard to have from a tough gate..
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/6 | 31/07/2026 | 14 | NR 60 to 75 | $8,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Watson | 1:56.8 | 2 |
| 44.9L | $81.00 |
| 1/10 | 17/07/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:59.6 | 1 |
| 0.1L | $4.33 |
| 5/7 | 10/07/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:59.0 | 2 |
| 5.8L | $5.00 |
| 7/7 | 03/07/2026 | 1 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Kathy Watson | 2:03.6 | 5 |
| 14.3L | $41.00 |
| 7/7 | 02/07/2026 | 6 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Kathy Watson | 2:03.6 | 5 |
| 14.3L | $41.00 |
| 7/7 | 26/06/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Jack Laugher | 1:57.6 | 6 |
| 34.4L | $13.00 |
| 2/4 | 16/03/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Luke Watson | 0 |
| 21L | $0.00 | ||
| 2/4 | 04/02/2026 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Kathy Watson | 0 |
| 22L | $0.00 |

Driver: Ellen Tormey
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Comments
Last start tracked on the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 2.5 m after showing early speed, (Fr1) held up early, at Swan Hill (2:07.20) beating Sharp Interest in on July 24 at $3.90 at the bell was 2nd-4. Leading top 4 contender again.
Last Starts 13 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9 | 24/07/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Swan Hill | 1750m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:57.0 | 1 |
| 2.4L | $3.90 |
| 3/10 | 17/07/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:59.6 | 5 |
| 1.2L | $6.50 |
| 2/7 | 10/07/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:59.0 | 4 |
| 2.4L | $4.20 |
| 6/7 | 03/07/2026 | 1 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 2:03.6 | 4 |
| 10.2L | $7.00 |
| 6/7 | 02/07/2026 | 6 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 2:03.6 | 4 |
| 10.2L | $7.00 |
| 3/7 | 26/06/2026 | 28 | NR 57 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Ellen Tormey | 1:57.6 | 4 |
| 1.2L | $8.00 |
| 2/4 | 03/03/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | D J Locke | 0 |
| 4L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 19/02/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | D J Locke | 0 |
| 6L | $0.00 |

Driver: Luke Dunne
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Comments
Two back was beaten by 6 m finishing fifth behind Nevs Dream at this track over 1790m on July 17 at $6.50. Then a handy effort when beaten by 5.5 m finishing second behind Bandit Eyes at this track over 2190m on July 31 at $8. Big chance to go one better.
Last Starts 6 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Driver | Mile Rate | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/7 | 31/07/2026 | 14 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:58.1 | 2 |
| 5.4L | $8.00 |
| 5/10 | 17/07/2026 | 14 | NR 57 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:59.6 | 3 |
| 6.6L | $6.50 |
| 4/7 | 03/07/2026 | 1 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 2:03.6 | 1 |
| 6.4L | $3.50 |
| 4/7 | 02/07/2026 | 6 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 2190m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 2:03.6 | 1 |
| 6.4L | $3.50 |
| 2/7 | 26/06/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 62 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:59.7 | 6 |
| 2.8L | $7.50 |
| 1/8 | 19/06/2026 | 7 | NR 57 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Luke Dunne | 1:59.0 | 1 |
| 2.8L | $3.60 |
| 3/6 | 23/12/2024 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Mildura | 2190m | D J Locke | 0 |
| 15L | $0.00 | ||
| 1/5 | 06/11/2023 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Albion Park | 1660m | Good | A R Garrard | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 |

Driver: Connor Clarke
Stats
Comments
Last start was well back in the run when 5th (Fr7) over 2200m at Horsham, at the bell was 7th-12.9 beaten 9 m by Savon De Roche (2:43.40) on July 27 at $14. Two runs back 9th (Fr4) over 1720m at Melton was 4th-8m 2WWC at the bell, beaten 19 m by Tara Victory (2:01.10) on March 28 at $71. Not keen on his chances in this field.
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 | 27/07/2026 | 121 | NR 55 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Horsham | 2200m | Neutral | James Herbertson | 1:59.6 | 7 |
| 9.6L | $14.00 |
| 9/11 | 28/03/2026 | 8 | 0W/15 0K stake | $15,000.00 | Melton | 1720m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:53.3 | 4 |
| 19.6L | $71.00 |
| 1/9 | 20/03/2026 | 12 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Mildura | 1790m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 1:56.3 | 5 |
| 0.3L | $6.00 |
| 7/10 | 08/03/2026 | 7 | NR up to 90 | $15,000.00 | Birchip | 2150m | Neutral | Ryan Backhouse | 1:58.3 | 1 |
| 41.0L | $14.00 |
| 1/8 | 01/03/2026 | 9 | NR 56 to 64 | $10,000.00 | Boort | 2250m | W | Aaron Dunn | 2:00.3 | 1 |
| 2.0L | $3.90 |
| 2/9 | 20/02/2026 | 16 | NR 56 to 64 | $7,000.00 | Bendigo | 2150m | Neutral | Aaron Dunn | 1:55.2 | 1 |
| 3.1L | $6.00 |
| 1/6 | 26/08/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Terang | 2180m | Aaron Dunn | 0 |
| 6L | $0.00 | ||
| 4/7 | 28/05/2025 | - | Trial | $0.00 | Horsham | 2200m | Aaron Dunn | 0 |
| 5L | $0.00 |