Mornington Racing Tips for New Year's Day, January 1st 2026

We have expert betting tips for racing at Mornington on New Year’s Day, which includes eight races on the card.

Punters get good value odds for the Victorian meeting, and we have betting tips for every race on the card.

Mornington racing tips

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Race 1. (13:10) Battery World Mornington & Frankston Maiden (1600m)

#8 – Areaan @ $2.60

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Areaan is getting close to posting a win after another placing last start, which was her fourth in eight career starts.

The four-year-old mare by Toronado ran second at Cranbourne two back before placing at Sale last start, so the form lines are strong.

It’s a moderate field and she could score an overdue win.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 2. (13:45) Modtech Group Electricians Maiden (1200m)

#12 – Mystery ‘N’ Drama @ $11.00

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Looking to cap off consecutive placings with a win is Mystery ‘N’ Drama, who placed in both attempts at Geelong.

The three-year-old filly by Lucky Vega finished only a half-length behind the winner last start, so she doesn’t need to improve much to win.

Include her in picks at each-way odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 3. (14:20) Big Event Picnic Tables Maiden (1000m)

#4 – Gwen’s Girl @ $10.00

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We’re going with a runner with race day form on the board, with Gwen’s Girl coming off two placings.

The Tom Dabernig-trained filly ran second at Dunkeld before finishing second behind Jewel Bandit at Cranbourne in a strong maiden.

She won’t take long to win, so look for a betting push.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 4. (15:00) Fixed Odds Exotics BM62 (1000m)

#4 – Faraway Dream @ $2.70

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Boasting unbeaten form is Faraway Dream, who scored on debut at Ballarat before winning again at Cranbourne.

The three-year-old filly by Farnan is bred for speed, and she showed that when beating a similar field as a $1.65 chance last start.

It’s good form, and she must be considered here.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 5. (15:40) Barmah Park Restaurant & Cellar Door BM62 (2400m)

#6 – Whisky Moon @ $4.40

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Whisky Moon got back to solid form when running second at Mornington last start and having form at the track is ideal.

The five-year-old is bred to be a stayer and has been going through his gears after five runs this prep, so it’s time to strike.

Look for him to settle back and finish off soundly.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 6. (16:20) The Big Screen Company BM62 (1600m)

#7 – Johnich @ $4.80

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Seeking consecutive wins is Johnich, who capped off consecutive placings with a win at Mornington last time out.

It was a good performance to win by 2.3 lengths, and rising through the grades shouldn’t be too hard for the three-year-old son of Dundeel.

His turn-of-foot is good, so include him in horse racing picks.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 7. (17:00) Mornington Peninsula BM62 (1200m)

#2 – Bold Response @ $9.00

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Bold Response has been backed and beaten a few times this season, but we’re giving him another chance in an even field.

The six-year-old son of Zoustar is a five-time winner, with three wins coming over the distance, and getting 4kg off his back could make the difference.

Look for him to settle handy and give punters a good sight.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 8. (17:40) Local Radio Station C1 (1200m)

#4 – Bazzar @ $3.80

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Bazzar has made a good start to his career with a win and two placings, and he should be in the mix again.

The son of Trapeze Artist scored a breakthrough win at Terang last start when posting a dominant 2.5-length win.

It was a nice effort, so back him to win again.

Stake: 1.5 Units

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Having worked as a racing journalist for two years, he decided to move into the online world of horse racing and sports writing. After years of honing his craft, Daryl became a professional punter in 2009 - with a focus on horse racing, NRL, AFL, NBA, Rugby, NFL, and US college sports.

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