{"id":93019,"date":"2026-10-13T15:31:40","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T05:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/?p=93019"},"modified":"2026-10-13T18:11:53","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T08:11:53","slug":"coongy-handicap-predictions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neds.com.au\/blog\/2026\/10\/coongy-handicap-predictions\/","title":{"rendered":"Coongy Handicap 2026 Betting Tips, Predictions & Favourites"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We have Coongy Handicap tips and predictions<\/strong> for the Group 3 2000m race at Caulfield on Wednesday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coongy Handicap odds<\/strong> are available, and the winner gets a spot in Saturday\u2019s Caulfield Cup<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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#1 Pounding <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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POUNDING (12) <\/strong>appeals as a strong alternative to take out this year’s Coongy Handicap<\/a>, bringing consistent recent form into this Group 3 contest. Trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, he has shown enough ability in recent starts to suggest he can be competitive over the 2000m journey.<\/p>\n

His recent form includes two runner-up finishes and a third placing, highlighting his ability to stay in contention against capable opposition. However, barrier 12 and the 59kg impost present challenges. Jockey Luke Nolen will need to find cover early and avoid covering too much ground around the turns.<\/p>\n

If Pounding gets the right run and produces another honest performance, he could be among the leading chances in the straight.<\/p>\n

Caulfield R7 – Sportsbet Coongy Hcp (G3)<\/span> <\/div>
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1. Pounding (12)<\/span>
J: Luke Nolen<\/span> 59kg<\/span><\/div>
22qx3<\/span> T: Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
11.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
3.20<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 14\/10\/2026 06:38:16 PM (Australia\/Brisbane) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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#9 Sunset Park <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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SUNSET PARK (3)<\/strong>\u00a0is an interesting each-way runner for punters looking for a bigger return. His lightweight assignment of 54kg could prove beneficial, particularly if the leading contenders are required to work hard throughout the race.<\/p>\n

Barrier three should give jockey Jamie Melham the opportunity to secure an economical position and save ground. His recent form includes a second placing, indicating that he has the ability to make an impact when conditions suit.<\/p>\n

Stepping up against this level of opposition is a challenge, but the combination of a favourable draw and light weight makes him worth considering at suitable odds.<\/p>\n

Caulfield R7 – Sportsbet Coongy Hcp (G3)<\/span> <\/div>
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9. Sunset Park (3)<\/span>
J: Jamie Melham<\/span> 54kg<\/span><\/div>
0x802<\/span> T: Michael Kent<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
13.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
3.60<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 14\/10\/2026 06:38:16 PM (Australia\/Brisbane) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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Best Roughie<\/div>\n
#3 Smokin\u2019 Romans<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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SMOKIN’ ROMANS (4) <\/strong>is an experienced stayer who could benefit from a favourable run from barrier four. Prepared by Ciaron Maher and partnered by Ethan Brown, he has the experience to handle a testing 2000m race.<\/p>\n

His recent performances have been mixed, so improvement will be required to challenge for victory. Nevertheless, his inside draw could help him conserve energy and settle into a comfortable position before the field turns for home.<\/p>\n

If the race develops to suit his staying qualities, Smokin\u2019 Romans could run into the placings and provide an alternative to the more obvious selections.<\/p>\n

Caulfield R7 – Sportsbet Coongy Hcp (G3)<\/span> <\/div>
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3. Smokin’ Romans (4)<\/span>
J: Ethan Brown<\/span> 58kg<\/span><\/div>
32466<\/span> T: Ciaron Maher<\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td>
21.00<\/span>WIN<\/span><\/div> <\/div>
5.00<\/span>PLACE<\/span><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody> <\/table> <\/div>
For current odds on all of our live racing markets, please visit www.neds.com.au\/racing<\/span><\/a>. Data retrieved: 14\/10\/2026 06:38:16 PM (Australia\/Brisbane) <\/div> <\/div> <\/section>
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Same Race Multi<\/div>\n
$15 (at time of publish) <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n <\/div> \n
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Punters get value odds with our Coongy Cup SRM<\/strong>, which includes our three selected runners.<\/p>\n