The Memsie Stakes final field and barrier draw have been released, and it’s a quality field for the 1400m Group 1 contest at Caulfield on Saturday.
The Memsie Stakes barrier draw features 12 runners, who are looking to add Group 1 success to their record this season.
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Memsie Stakes Final Field & Barrier Draw
| 10. Beiwacht (7) J: Nash Rawiller 58.5kg 8261x T: Chris Waller | ||
| 1. Mr Brightside (9) J: Craig Williams 59kg 2125x T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | ||
| 7. Cosmic Crusader (11) J: William Pike 59kg 12×11 T: Andrea Leek | ||
| 12. Treasurethe Moment (6) J: Damian Lane 57kg x313x T: Matt Laurie | ||
| 4. Buckaroo (10) J: Jye Mcneil 59kg 0x25x T: Chris Waller | ||
| 6. Birdman (4) J: Beau Mertens 59kg 1521x T: Chris Waller | ||
| 11. Planet Red (2) J: Blake Shinn 58.5kg x226x T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | ||
| 9. Autumn Boy (3) J: James McDonald 58.5kg 3212x T: Chris Waller | ||
| 2. Jimmysstar (8) J: Ethan Brown 59kg 5342x T: Ciaron Maher | ||
| 5. Angel Capital (5) J: Ben Melham 59kg 326×3 T: Chris Waller | ||
| 3. Tom Kitten (1) J: Mark Zahra 59kg x117x T: Anthony & Sam Freedman | ||
| 8. Sabaj (12) J: Jamie Melham 59kg x244x T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr |
Memsie Stakes Barrier Draw Winners & Losers
The barrier draw could play a major role in shaping the Memsie Stakes, particularly given the challenges that come with starting from 1400m at Caulfield. Finding a position without covering extra ground is crucial, and runners caught deep throughout the race can quickly find themselves struggling to keep up.
Cosmic Crusader and Sabaj are two horses who could struggle to find a good spot in the running. Both can settle off the pace and produce a strong finish, but they may need plenty to fall their way to overcome the wide draws.
For Cosmic Crusader, the wide barrier is a genuine concern. Racing three-wide without cover at Caulfield over 1400m can be costly, so he’ll need an expert ride from William Pike to make it three consecutive wins.
Treasurethe Moment and Angel Capital have come up with favourable barriers in 6 and 5, respectively. Treasurethe Moment is likely to push forward, potentially giving Angel Capital the room he needs to settle in the run. He can be a tough runner to follow, but this is an ideal Memsie Stakes barrier draw for the Chris Waller-trained runner.
Autumn Boy (3) and Birdman (4) may both improve with the benefit of a run under their belts. However, their inside draws should allow them to settle economically over 1400m. They’ll get every chance to conserve energy and finish off the race stylishly.
What to Expect in the 2026 Memsie Stakes
The tactics should be fascinating in the 2026 Memsie Stakes. It’s a relatively small field for a 1400m Group 1, so where each horse settles and how quickly they run early could have a big say in the result.
With a wet track expected, it’s also worth keeping an eye on how Caulfield is playing throughout the day. If there’s a clear pattern developing, it could have a major impact on the Memsie Stakes market and change the way some runners are viewed by bookmakers.
Treasurethe Moment and Mr Brightside are likely to be prominent from the outset. Both are seasoned performers who consistently put themselves in the finish, which makes them hard to leave out of Memsie Stakes tips.
There’s plenty of quality throughout the field, and the right run in the conditions could see an outsider cause an upset. With the field so competitive, it would be risky to completely dismiss any runner, and that’s what makes this year’s Memsie Stakes such an exciting race to watch.