Melton (VIC)
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R2
13h22m
Lamaros Hotel Pace
2240m | Mobile Start | Pacers | 5:34pm
TRACK INFORMATION
Max 7 across front
Sprint lane
RACE CONDITIONS
NR 50 to 54. Also eligible claimers eligible under claiming rules with a claiming price between $1000 and $8000 (GST inclusive). PBD/NR
RESTRICTIONS
No age restrictions
No sex restrictions
PRIZE MONEY
$6,000
 
 
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R2
9 - FEEL THE REIGN
  • 9 Feel The Reign (SR2)
  • D: James Herbertson
  • T: M A Laugher
  • 8-7-5-7-9-5-4-5-4-6
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RACE COMMENT
OVERVIEW: COVERED IN GOLD (8) has thrived since joining the Chris Svanosio stable. He endured two unlucky runs before breaking through with a strong win last start. The barrier is awkward, but if he can find clear running, he is capable of winning again. FEEL THE REIGN (9) is a 28-time winner who has been a quality performer at his best. If he can follow through into a suitable position, he has the finishing speed to be charging home late. Australia's leading driver James Herbertson takes the reins for the first time. SKIPPYS DELIGHT (3) has covered extra ground in stronger races at his recent starts. His performances have been sound and, with the right run, he appeals as a good each-way chance. HURRIKANE DUSTY (2) is racing well and has the gate speed to potentially find the front. His encouraging run last start suggests he is back near his best. METRO MEMORY (1) must be respected here from the barrier. Also noting YARRAMAN JOLT (7), who resumes for John Tormey. He has the best gate speed and sectional times in this field. BACK: FEEL THE REIGN (9) – 1 unit (win)/ 2 units (place)
TODAY'S STATISTICS
15-1-2-1
TRACK
4-0-0-0
DISTANCE
4-0-0-0
TRK / DIST
38-2-1-7
LAST SEASON
22-3-2-1
THIS SEASON
CAREER STATISTICS
10%
WIN S/RATE
36%
PLACE S/RATE
285-28-42-34
CAREER
$206,689
PRIZE MONEY
N/A
WIN RANGE
8
DAYS LAST RACE
Career Statistics
Stats Win % Place % Rank
Total 285-28-42-34 10% 36% 7
Distance 4-0-0-0 0% 0% N/A
Dist Range 106-8-20-12 8% 38% 5
Track 15-1-2-1 7% 27% 4
Track / Dist 4-0-0-0 0% 0% N/A
This Season 22-3-2-1 14% 27% 6
Last Season 38-2-1-7 5% 26% 8
1st up 0-0-0-0 0% 0% N/A
2nd up 0-0-0-0 0% 0% N/A
Career Best MR 1:54.1MS 1
Distance Best MR 1:56.2MS 1
Win distances:
Stable Stats
Stats Win % Place % Rank
Driver 12mth --- 0% 0% N/A
James Herbertson
Trainer 12mth --- 0% 0% N/A
M A Laugher
Trained at: Junortoun
Owners: M A Laugher, T J Laugher
Breeder(s): P J McMullen
Colours: Yellow, Black Maltese Cross, Red Sleeves
Age/Sex: 11 year old black rig
Breeding: Mr Feelgood USA - Viking Beachgirl (Jennas Beach Boy USA)
National Rating: NR54
Gear Changes
Removed: ; Added:
RECENT FORM
RESULT DAY RACE DETAILS RESULT
6 of 6 6
ECHUCA (Good) 07/07/2026, 1755m, NR 51 to 55. 1:57.3 (58.3, 29.0)
Finished 6/6 btn 10.3m, $6000, Jack Laugher (Fr5), $15.00
vet exam lifetime starts, restrained after start, pulled hard, 1 out 1 back at bell
1st LINE DANCE (Sr1)
2nd ALLGOOD VINNIE (Fr4) 1.5m
3rd HEZ HARRYWHO (Fr3) 1.1m
4 of 5 8
BENDIGO (Rain Affected) 01/07/2026, 2150m, NR 50 to 55. 1:58.5 (56.3, 27.4)
Finished 4/5 btn 8.4m, $6000, Jordan Leedham (Fr3), $23.00
vet exam lifetime starts, restrained after start, 4 back on the pegs at bell, used sprint lane
1st OUR ULTIMATE GRACY NZ (Fr4)
2nd CELESTIAL ZODIAC (Fr5) 4.8m
3rd OWEN THE SAINTS (Fr1) 3.3m
5 of 9 8
SHEPPTN (Good) 23/06/2026, 1690m, NR 52 to 56. 1:57.0 (56.6, 28.8)
Finished 5/9 btn 2.6m, $6000, Jack Laugher (Fr2), $71.00
gate speed, 3 back on pegs at bell, held up early, used sprint lane, inconvenienced, contact marker pegs
1st ALIZA HILL (Fr6)
2nd DENNY ROCKS (Fr1) HFNK
3rd IM DUSTEE (Fr4) 1.2m
4 of 7 13
CHARLTN (Good) 15/06/2026, 1609m, NR 51 to 55. 1:56.5 (58.5, 29.1)
Finished 4/7 btn 7.7m, $6000, Reagan Clarke (Fr2), $3.50
vet exam lifetime starts, gate speed, pulled hard, outside leader at bell
1st OWEN THE SAINTS (Fr6)
2nd HUNGRY HOGARTH (Fr4) HFNK
3rd CALYPSO MISTRESS (Fr1) HFNK
5 of 8 6
SHEPPTN (Rain Affected) 02/06/2026, 1690m, NR 52 to 56. 1:58.6 (59.4, 29.4)
Finished 5/8 btn 4.6m, $6000, Ellen Tormey (Fr1), $6.50
vet exam lifetime starts, gate speed, behind leader at bell, held up early, used sprint lane
1st HELLO POSSUMS (Fr6)
2nd THE KING OFTHEROAD (Sr1) 2.0m
3rd INTERESTINME (Fr3) HFHD
9 of 12 6
BENDIGO (Rain Affected) 27/05/2026, 1650m, NR 52 to 56. 1:53.4 (56.4, 28.7)
Finished 9/12 btn 12.4m, $6000, Jack Laugher (Fr2), $16.00
vet exam lifetime starts, 3 back on pegs at bell, held up late
1st LINE DANCE (Fr4)
2nd LONGTAN VIPER (Sr3) 4.0m
3rd MISTER JIMARINGLE (Fr5) HD
7 of 12 7
KILMORE (Good) 21/05/2026, 1690m, NR 50 to 55. 1:56.8 (56.9, 28.7)
Finished 7/12 btn 24.3m, $6000, Abby Sanderson (Sr2), $41.00
vet exam lifetime starts, 4 back on the pegs at bell, checked
1st KING SAINT (Fr3)
2nd SOHO HUDSON (Sr5) 1.8m
3rd THE GOLDEN HOOK (Sr3) 9.0m
5 of 8 8
BALARAT (Good) 14/05/2026, 1710m, NR 56 to 64. 1:55.6 (55.4, 26.9)
Finished 5/8 btn 9.6m, $7000, Josh Duggan (Fr1), $81.00
vet exam lifetime starts, 4 back on the pegs at bell
1st MAJOR BLITZ (Fr7)
2nd MONTANA PRIDE (Fr3) 1.5m
3rd RANGER RICK NZ (Fr4) HD
7 of 12 7
BENDIGO (Good) 06/05/2026, 1650m, NR 50 to 55. 1:53.7 (56.2, 28.5)
Finished 7/12 btn 23.4m, $6000, George Chamouras (Fr7), $61.00
vet exam lifetime starts, out of position at start, driver cautioned score up, restrained after start, 6 back on the pegs at bell
1st MIDNIGHT MOTH (Fr4)
2nd SAVON DE ROCHE (Sr2) 10.0m
3rd INTERPRETATION (Sr3) 5.6m
8 of 10 N/A
BENDIGO (Good) 29/04/2026, 2150m, NR 56 to 64. 1:54.6 (56.5, 28.9)
Finished 8/10 btn 15.8m, $7000, Jack Laugher (Fr3), $51.00
vet exam lifetime starts, restrained after start, 1 out 3 back at bell
1st MAJOR BLITZ (Fr1)
2nd MISTER JIMARINGLE (Fr2) 4.7m
3rd RABADA (Sr1) 1.2m
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LAST WIN
1 of 11 N/A
BENDIGO (Good) 20/02/2026, 2150m, NR 50 to 55. 1:58.9 (56.9, 28.1)
Finished 1/11 $6000, Jack Laugher (Sr4), $10.00
vet exam lifetime starts, 1 out 5 back at bell, 3 wide late with trail
1st FEEL THE REIGN (Sr4)
2nd RANDOM MAHONEY (Sr2) 3.9m
3rd SPIRIT OF SAHARA (Fr3) HD