The 2025 Oakleigh Plate, a highlight of the Melbourne Autumn Racing Carnival, is set to deliver a thrilling sprint contest this Saturday at Caulfield Racecourse. A quality field of short-distance specialists has assembled for the Group 1 $750,000 feature, with two talented mares, Estriella and She’s Bulletproof, leading the charge in the latest Oakleigh Plate betting markets at Ladbrokes.
Estriella is tipped to win the 2025 Oakleigh Plate first-up at Caulfield on Blue Diamond Day. Photo: Ultimate Racing Photos.
Estriella, the Ciaron Maher-trained daughter of I Am Invincible, has been installed as the early favourite at Oakleigh Plate odds of $4.20. The four-year-old mare boasts a strong record, including a victory in the Group 2 Caulfield Sprint last October. While her last start was a ninth-place finish in the Group 1 Champions Sprint at Flemington, she returns to her preferred distance and track with a significant weight advantage. Her impressive first-up record further strengthens her claims, making her a deserving favorite.
She’s Bulletproof, trained by Charlotte Littlefield, is another mare attracting significant attention in the market, currently priced at $5.50. The daughter of Shooting To Win enters the race in outstanding form, having placed in the top two in her last five starts. Her recent victory in the Group 3 Geoffrey Bellmaine Stakes showcased her talent and versatility. With a significant weight drop and the services of top jockey Craig Williams, she is a genuine threat to Estriella.
Jimmysstar, stablemate to the favourite, is also fancied at $9.50. This Kiwi-bred gelding has an excellent record at Caulfield and has shown versatility at various distances. While he faces a wide barrier draw, his consistent form and affinity for the track make him a worthy contender.
Maher has a strong hand in the race with three runners, including the topweight, I Am Me, at $12. The six-year-old mare, while carrying 57kg, has been given the perfect barrier two and will have the services of Nash Rawiller. She will need to produce a top performance to overcome the weight and achieve victory.
Rey Magnerio, winner of the Group 2 Rubiton Stakes, and the last-start Group 3 Kevin Hayes Stakes winner, Arabian Summer, are both priced at $10 and $11 respectively and represent good value in Oakleigh Plate tipping this autumn. Both horses enter the race with a fitness edge and are capable of causing an upset.
The 2025 Oakleigh Plate promises to be a captivating race, with a talented field of sprinters vying for Group 1 glory. The clash between the leading mares, Estriella and She’s Bulletproof, adds further intrigue to the contest, making it a must-watch event for racing enthusiasts.
2025 Oakleigh Plate Field
| No | Last 10 | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier | Weight | Probable Weight | Penalty | Hcp Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | x344x1109x | I AM ME | Ciaron Maher | Nash Rawiller | 2 | 57kg | 112 | ||
| 2 | 1115x4719x | ESTRIELLA | Ciaron Maher | Blake Shinn | 9 | 55kg | 108 | ||
| 3 | x1242x3121 | GOLDEN BOOM | Tony Gollan | Damian Lane | 13 | 55kg | 104 | ||
| 4 | x321x1110x | OSTRAKA | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | Mark Zahra | 17 | 55kg | 104 | ||
| 5 | 34x32212x1 | REY MAGNERIO | Robbie Griffiths | Jye McNeil | 5 | 55kg | 104 | ||
| 6 | x4121x75x2 | INSURRECTION | Michael Freedman | Regan Bayliss | 12 | 54.5kg | 103 | ||
| 7 | 2737x1120x | JIMMYSSTAR (NZ) | Ciaron Maher | Ethan Brown | 14 | 54.5kg | 103 | ||
| 8 | 14x57x5833 | BRUDENELL | Kris Lees | Declan Bates | 16 | 52.5kg | 99 | ||
| 9 | 616×104345 | HARD TO SAY | Jason Deamer | Craig Newitt | 7 | 52.5kg | 99 | ||
| 10 | 117758x30x | SGHIRRIPA | Shane & Cassie Oxlade | Michael Dee | 3 | 52.5kg | 99 | ||
| 11 | 28468287×1 | ASHFORD STREET | Tom Dabernig | Teo Nugent | 4 | 52kg | 97 | ||
| 12 | x3x172211x | HEADWALL | Matthew Smith | Harry Coffey | 6 | 52kg | 95 | ||
| 13 | 1308×25113 | PRAIRIE FLOWER | Will Clarken & Niki O’Shea | Ms Kayla Crowther | 1 | 52kg | 96 | ||
| 14 | 112x37400x | SANS DOUTE | Mark Walker | Liam Riordan | 10 | 52kg | 96 | ||
| 15 | 3210×21221 | SHE’S BULLETPROOF | Charlotte Littlefield | Craig Williams | 8 | 52kg | 98 | ||
| 16 | 2115x1x131 | ARABIAN SUMMER | Tony & Calvin McEvoy | Ms Jamie Melham | 15 | 50kg | 92 | ||
| 17 | 1x251x | ESPIONAGE | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | Dean Yendall | 11 | 50kg | 84 |
Table Credit: Racing Australia.
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