Wangaratta Racing Tips for Sunday, January 18th 2026

We have expert betting tips for racing at Wangaratta on Sunday, which includes eight races on the card.
Punters get good value horse racing odds for the Victorian meeting, and we have betting tips for every race on the card.

Wangaratta racing tips

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Race 1. (13:35) Vital Signs Wangaratta Maiden (2000m)

#4 – Admire Fluke

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Admire Fluke is getting close to posting a win after back-to-back second placings to kick off his career.

The three-year-old son of Admire Mars placed at Cranbourne on debut before placing at Wodonga, and that form measures up nicely.

He has time to find cover from the wide draw, so put him on top.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 2. (14:10) Drummond Golf Albury Maiden (1400m)

#5 – So Star

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The Payne stable lines up So Star, who ran third on debut at Seymour behind Tarzing, which should be a handy form guide for maiden racing.

He is a well-bred three-year-old by Zoustar, and he should only improve with more racing under his belt.

Billy Egan rides, which adds to our confidence.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 3. (14:45) Bi-Rite Home Appliances Maiden (1170m)

#11 – Silver Top Ridge

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Boasting placings either side of a spell is Silver Top Ridge, who ran third at Wangaratta on debut and third at Wodonga last start.

The four-year-old mare by Redente was only a half-length behind the winner last start, and the form out of that race should hold up well.

Getting the inside draw could be enough to see her win.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 4. (15:20) Oi Pools Maiden (1170m)

#7 – Basilica

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Basilica didn’t fire on debut at Seymour, but she quickly improved to finish third last time out.

The Freedman-trained daughter of Brazen Beau is bred to improve with time, and there are no superstars in this race.

She could take advantage and be right in the thick of the finish.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 5. (15:50) Sportsbet Same Race Multi BM66 (1170m)

#12 – Grinzinger Pod

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A runner who could sneak under the radar is Grinzinger Pod, who is threatening to win after placings at Caulfield and Cranbourne.

Having a placed at Caulfield bodes well for Sunday racing at Wangaratta, and she was only a length behind Gundaroo.

The draw makes it tricky, but she typically shows good speed from the outset.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 6. (16.25) Winsec Savings & Loans BM66 (1000m)

#4 – Choice Witness

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Looking to make an impression fresh up is Choice Witness, who owns a win and two placings from four fresh up runs.

The Ben Brisbourne-trained mare is a five-time winner overall, and she rarely puts in a bad run, so we’re happy to include her in our picks.

Punters should get each-way odds on race day.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 7. (16.55) Wangaratta RSL BM66 (1400m)

#14 – Vianarra

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Vianarra might have only one win from 22 starts, but that win came at Echuca last preparation, and he is good enough to handle this field.

The four-year-old son of Shalaa also owns nine placings, so he’s a consistent type who runs his best races over this distance.

Barrier three with Linda Meech riding could be enough to resume a winner.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 8. (17.25) Wangaratta Cup on Sale Now BM62 (1590m)

#3 – Torn

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We’re backing another Brisbourne-trained runner in Torn, who has been solid in two starts back from a spell.

The four-year-old son of Toronado owns four placings from five starts over the distance, and running on a firm track is right up his alley.

An inside barrier should be enough to take him close.

Stake: 1 Unit

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After graduating from the University of Auckland (BA - English), Daryl was thrown into the world of sports and horse racing journalism.

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.

Daryl's tips have been featured on various websites around the world before joining the GoBet team. When he's not working, Daryl tries to avoid making bogeys on the golf course.