The racing action is back on Saturday and I'm here to help you back some winners! Here are some sneaky exotic tips for the top 3 races of the day.
Best Exotic Bets of the Day | 08/03/25

Exotic Bets of the Day
Exacta - Flemington - R9
1st: 5, 7, 9, 6
2nd: 5, 7, 9, 6
Joliestar: Including Joliestar in exotics could lead to a big payout at Flemington. Emerged victorious in the previous race, looking sharp once more. Joliestar competed at Randwick over 1200m, finishing 3rd. Has won at this trip before, can do it again I think. At this range, has a career record of 3-0-2, including 3 victories.
Growing Empire: Growing Empire could be the missing piece in a big payout bet. A winner last time out, bringing great form into this race. Handles this distance of 1200m well, no surprise to see it fighting out the finish.
Competitive at the trip, placing in 100% of 6 starts, with 3 wins. Comfortable in these conditions, and recent form suggests another bold showing. At this surface, has a career record of 3-2-1, including 3 victories.
Stretan Angel: For an exotic play, Stretan Angel is worth a serious look this Saturday. Strong last-start win, proving this runner is in great shape.
Rey Magnerio: Rey Magnerio has each-way claims and should be considered in exotics. At this track, holds a record of 2-2-1, with 2 wins and likes the trip.
Exacta - Randwick - R5
1st: 1, 7, 3, 5
2nd: 1, 7, 3, 5
Hinged: An overlooked contender, Hinged could be key to exotic success. Didn’t have the most luck first-up but I like his second-up record - 3 wins in 8 starts. Should be fitter now.
It's A Knockout: Take note of It's A Knockout this Saturday. Backed up strong form with a well-earned 2nd place last start. Last start, It's A Knockout finished in the placings over 1300m at Randwick on 08/02/2025. Still looking for its first win at the Randwick track. Tends to show up in these conditions, so another good run is expected.
Mare Of Mt Buller: I think Mare Of Mt Buller will be an important inclusion for this Saturday exacta. Last start, Mare Of Mt Buller stepped out at Randwick, finishing 3rd over 1600m. No wins at Randwick yet, but this could be the day Mare Of Mt Buller turns things around.
Wings Of Desire: If you’re looking for value, include Wings Of Desire. Last race saw a good run, giving plenty of confidence for this run. Wings Of Desire competed at Warwick Farm over 1400m, finishing 5th. Still searching for that first win at Randwick, but it’s certainly not out of the question.
Exacta - Bunbury - R8
1st: 6, 3, 13, 14
2nd: 6, 3, 13, 14
Captain Pluto: I see Captain Pluto as a great chance to boost exotics at Bunbury. Last start, Captain Pluto lined up at Ascot, finishing 3rd over 1600m. Backed at $3.70, jumped from barrier 7, and carried 59kg under William Pike.
Antique Miss: Antique Miss is in the mix for exotics. Emerged victorious in the previous race, looking sharp once more. Antique Miss ran at Ascot on 22/02/2025, finishing 1st in a 1800m event. Track was rated good. Despite no wins yet at Bunbury, Antique Miss has had some solid performances here.
Own The Queen: Including Own The Queen in exotics could pay off this Saturday. Proved strong in the previous race with a 3rd finish.
Sensessional: I think Sensessional is primed to figure in a big exotic payout. Last race, Sensessional raced at Ascot, covering 1800m and finishing 4th.
Stats and Insights
- R9 Flemington - During his racing career, Growing Empire holds a 44.44% win percentage. Growing Empire has a 88.89% place career percentage too. Growing Empire has a positive record on good tracks, winning 3 of 6 career starts. Growing Empire has a positive record when jockey Mark Zahra is on board, 3-0-1.
- R9 Flemington - Rey Magnerio has a win percentage of 42.11%, demonstrating its ability to win regularly. When it comes to placing in races, Rey Magnerio holds a solid record with a place percentage of 84.21%. With Jye Mcneil in the saddle, Rey Magnerio has produced solid performances, recording 6 wins from 13 starts.
- R5 Randwick - In races on good tracks, Hinged has achieved a career record of 3-4-1.
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Hi, I'm Matt and I've been writing about sports and racing since 2016. Over the years, I've provided betting tips for some of the top companies such as Sportsbet, William Hill, PlayUp and many more. This includes a wide range of different sports such as AFL, NRL, NBA, NFL, BBL, MLB and Horse Racing. I'm currently involved in horse racing shares with Viva Racing and I work with thoroughbredsales.com.au - a leading racehorse website directory in Australia. My betting strategy generally looks at trends and following the best jockeys in the country. Outside of writing, you can find me playing social Cricket and Tennis or watching sports. Can't wait to nail those winning picks!
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