Ryan Cook attempts to turn two novice punters into Spring Carnival punting savants in the debut episode of the Learners and Earners podcast.
Flemington R8 – Crown Makybe Diva Stakes (G1)
| 1. Mr Brightside (2) J: Blake Shinn 59kg 125×2T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | |||
| Second run back. First-up after 10 months sat on the pace when 2nd of 12 in the G1 Memsie Stakes at Caulfield on August 29 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Beiwacht with 59kg at $21. Previously second-up won by 1.5 len in the G1 Makybe Diva Stakes at this track on September 13 over 1600m defeating Aeliana with 59kg at $5. Going for the four-peat in this race and was brave as ever fresh. | |||
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au/racing. Data retrieved: 11/09/2026 10:24:43 AM (Australia/Brisbane)
Rosehill R8 – Yulong Run To The Rose (G2)
| 11. Central Europe (2) J: Zac Lloyd 55kg 23×3T: Chris Waller | |||
| Dual acceptor. Second-up. First-up after five months 3rd of 13 in a LR The Rosebud at this track on August 15 over 1100m, slow going 2 len behind Chilly Girl with 57.5kg at $5.50. Previously second-up 3rd of 9 in the G3 Pago Pago Stakes at this track on March 14 over 1200m, 1.0 len behind Warwoven with 56.5kg at $2.20. J Mac hops off and looking for further now, each way. | |||
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au/racing. Data retrieved: 11/09/2026 10:18:04 AM (Australia/Brisbane)
Flemington R9 – Asahi Super Dry Let’s Elope Stakes (G2)
| 1. Salty Pearl (9) J: Ben Allen 57.5kg 135×3T: Ciaron Maher | |||
| Second-up. First-up after four months 3rd of 12 in the G3 Courtza (WW Cockram) Stakes at Caulfield on August 29 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.75 len behind Custom with 59kg at $15. Previously second-up made ground from midfield; 2nd of 9 in the G2 Angus Armanasco Stakes at Caulfield on February 21 over 1400m, 2.25 len behind Sheza Alibi carrying 58.5kg at $5. Lovely return and this trip suits, should be running on. | |||
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au/racing. Data retrieved: 11/09/2026 10:36:18 AM (Australia/Brisbane)