{"id":90183,"date":"2026-09-01T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/?p=90183"},"modified":"2026-09-01T12:46:22","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T02:46:22","slug":"sandown-best-bets-wednesday-september-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/2026\/09\/sandown-best-bets-wednesday-september-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Sandown Best Bets – Wednesday, September 2\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Our Sandown Best Bets for Wednesday, September 2 are ready to go, with the key plays from the eight-race card below.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Race 1 \u2013 3YO Maiden Plate (1500 METRES)<\/div>\n
No. 2 Boys Bounce<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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BOYS BOUNCE (2)<\/strong> can improve sharply second-up and gets the right distance.<\/p>\n

The Tony & Calvin McEvoy-trained colt ran well on debut over 1200m at Lakeside. He enjoyed a good run before losing his position near the turn, then picked up strongly to finish third, beaten 1.46 lengths.<\/p>\n

The step to 1500m should suit the way he finished that day.<\/p>\n

There does not look to be much speed here, so Jye McNeil can use the inside gate and put him into the race early.<\/p>\n

Sandown R1 – Sportsbet Jockey Watch Mdn Plate<\/span> <\/div>
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2. Boys Bounce (1)<\/span>
J: Jye Mcneil<\/span> 58kg<\/span><\/div>
3<\/span>T: Tony & Calvin Mcevoy<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.10<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.14<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
At debut, 3rd of 8 in a 3yo C&G Mdn-Sw at Sandown-Lakeside on August 19 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.5 len behind Somethings Burnin’ carrying 58kg at $14. Sure to come on from that and will take holding out.<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 01\/09\/2026 08:42:11 PM (Australia\/Brisbane) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n Bet Now: Sandown Race 1<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 3 \u2013 Benchmark 64 Handicap (1300 METRES)<\/div>\n
No. 1 Somethings Burnin’<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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SOMETHINGS BURNIN’ (1)<\/strong> returned with a win and can keep improving.<\/p>\n

The Chris Waller-trained colt settled back over 1200m at Lakeside before charging home to win by a length.<\/p>\n

He did not enjoy the clearest path but still showed enough to suggest he has plenty of ability.<\/p>\n

The stable put him in the Group 3 Baillieu last preparation, which shows the opinion they hold of him.<\/p>\n

Blake Shinn takes over, and the rise to 1300m should help.<\/p>\n

Sandown R3 – Sportsbet Blackbook Hcp (Bm64)<\/span> <\/div>
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1. Somethings Burnin’ (4)<\/span>
J: Blake Shinn<\/span> 60.5kg<\/span><\/div>
30×1<\/span>T: Chris Waller<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
3.10<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.75<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Second-up. First-up after five months won by 1.0 len at Sandown-Lakeside on August 19 over 1200m on a rain affected track defeating Zambales carrying 58kg at $10. Previously second-up 11th of 13 in a G3 The TL Baillieu Handicap at Rosehill on March 28 over 1400m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Southend with 55.5kg at $41. Big win fresh and will be very hard to hold out again.<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 01\/09\/2026 08:42:11 PM (Australia\/Brisbane) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n Bet Now: Sandown Race 3<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 4 \u2013 Fillies & Mares Benchmark 74 Handicap (1200 METRES)<\/div>\n
No. 8 Dirty Look<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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DIRTY LOOK (8)<\/strong> has trialled sharply and looks ready to run a big race fresh.<\/p>\n

The Grahame Begg-trained mare was particularly impressive in her latest jump-out, putting her rivals away with ease.<\/p>\n

She also loves the Hillside track, winning an Up & Coming Stars Series heat at her only previous attempt despite being impeded.<\/p>\n

She is lightly raced and gets the low draw, so this looks a strong setup.<\/p>\n

Sandown R4 – Sportsbet Race Replays Hcp (Bm74)<\/span> <\/div>
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8. Dirty Look (3)<\/span>
J: Michael Dee<\/span> 55.5kg<\/span><\/div>
3125x<\/span>T: Grahame Begg<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
2.60<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.35<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Resuming after a five months break. Finished off last campaign fifth of 12 at Caulfield Cl3-Sw April 11 over 1400m, 1.5 len behind Cavalry Scout with 55kg at $2.30. On debut third of 11 at Seymour 3yo F Mdn-Sw February 20 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Gold Coast Belle carrying 57kg at $4.80. Looks forward enough after a recent trial win. Progressive mare who looks very well placed.<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 01\/09\/2026 08:42:11 PM (Australia\/Brisbane) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n Bet Now: Sandown Race 4<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Race 6 – Benchmark 78 Handicap (1000 METRES)<\/div>\n
No. 6 Educated<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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EDUCATED (6)<\/strong> was brave first-up and should be much better for the run.<\/p>\n

The Ciaron Maher-trained mare was forced to race three-wide outside the speed over 1100m at Caulfield but still fought on strongly to go down by a neck.<\/p>\n

She won second-up at Flemington last preparation after being held up before bursting clear.<\/p>\n

There is plenty of speed engaged, but she has drawn well and Jabez Johnstone claims 2kg.<\/p>\n

Sandown R6 – LockettLED.au Hcp (Bm78)<\/span> <\/div>
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6. Educated (3)<\/span>
J: Jabez Johnstone<\/span> 55.5kg<\/span><\/div>
116×2<\/span>T: Ciaron Maher<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
1.85<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div>
1.16<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/a> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr>
Second-up. First-up after five months 2nd of 12 in a Bm74 at Caulfield on August 15 over 1100m, slow going neck behind Fundamental Nature with 56kg at $3.10. Previously second-up favourite; won by 1.75 len at Flemington on February 28 over 1100m defeating Thanks Gorgeous with 55.5kg at $3.60. Very good fresh and sets up nicely here.<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
Odds are subject to fluctuation. For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 01\/09\/2026 08:42:11 PM (Australia\/Brisbane) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
\n Bet Now: Sandown Race 6<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Our Sandown Best Bets for Wednesday, September 2 are ready to go, with the key plays from the eight-race card below. Race 1 \u2013 3YO Maiden Plate (1500 METRES) No. 2 Boys Bounce BOYS BOUNCE (2) can improve sharply second-up and gets the right distance. The Tony & Calvin McEvoy-trained colt ran well on debut over 1200m at Lakeside. He enjoyed a good run before losing his position near the turn, then picked up strongly to finish third, beaten 1.46 lengths. The step to 1500m should suit the way he finished that day. There does not look to be much…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":89512,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[861],"hub_post_cat":[8162],"class_list":["post-90183","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-racing-tips","tag-racing-tips"],"acf":{"md_tip_date":"","md_tip_date_end":"","md_market_url":"","tip_date":"01\/09\/2026","event_country":"Australia","race_card_tips":[{"author_id":"33","race_id":"8e19f5b4-a1c5-4abe-b9fd-bd518a636bec","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"6cfd1e81-ad17-4089-8bae-88b64528b534"}],"summary":"BOYS BOUNCE (2) can improve sharply second-up and gets the right distance. The Tony & Calvin McEvoy-trained colt ran well on debut over 1200m at Lakeside. He enjoyed a good run before losing his position near the turn, then picked up strongly to finish third, beaten 1.46 lengths. The step to 1500m should suit the way he finished that day. There does not look to be much speed here, so Jye McNeil can use the inside gate and put him into the race early."}]},{"author_id":"33","race_id":"2a07ebcb-38d2-468d-93a6-80a55f7666c0","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"bee1c787-0323-46e3-8a16-2ebbf6005926"}],"summary":"SOMETHINGS BURNIN' (1) returned with a win and can keep improving. The Chris Waller-trained colt settled back over 1200m at Lakeside before charging home to win by a length. He did not enjoy the clearest path but still showed enough to suggest he has plenty of ability. The stable put him in the Group 3 Baillieu last preparation, which shows the opinion they hold of him. Blake Shinn takes over, and the rise to 1300m should help."}]},{"author_id":"33","race_id":"d4bb70a1-b856-47e8-9523-6ab6f156fef8","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"728d0e88-3925-4042-9ba3-f5018d58ea56"}],"summary":"DIRTY LOOK (8) has trialled sharply and looks ready to run a big race fresh. The Grahame Begg-trained mare was particularly impressive in her latest jump-out, putting her rivals away with ease. She also loves the Hillside track, winning an Up & Coming Stars Series heat at her only previous attempt despite being impeded. She is lightly raced and gets the low draw, so this looks a strong setup."}]},{"author_id":"33","race_id":"08d20461-8218-44f4-ab6e-1474847a8c6a","racing_tip":[{"entrants":[{"entrant_id":"4be323f2-5470-4492-85a4-025796f452be"}],"summary":"EDUCATED (6) was brave first-up and should be much better for the run. The Ciaron Maher-trained mare was forced to race three-wide outside the speed over 1100m at Caulfield but still fought on strongly to go down by a neck. She won second-up at Flemington last preparation after being held up before bursting clear. There is plenty of speed engaged, but she has drawn well and Jabez Johnstone claims 2kg."}]}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/90183","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/33"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=90183"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/90183\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":90184,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/90183\/revisions\/90184"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/89512"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=90183"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=90183"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=90183"},{"taxonomy":"hub_post_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/hub_post_cat?post=90183"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}