Horse Racing Tips for The Scone Cup 2025

Feature racing returns to the Hunter Valley this Friday for the highly anticipated Scone Cup meeting.

Known for its rich tradition and strong fields, the Cup Day program kicks off a massive weekend of racing at Scone, attracting quality gallopers chasing not only the prestigious trophy but also a coveted berth in the Big Dance at Randwick later this year.

The track is expected to race in the Soft range, with conditions ideal for an exciting day of competitive racing.

With a deep and talented line-up assembled for this year’s Scone Cup, tempo and tactics will play a critical role in determining the outcome.

You can get my full set of tips for racing this Saturday via the link below.

Neil Evans’ Scone Cup Day Preview – Friday, May 17

Neil’s Scone Cup Tip – Race 7 @ 4:05pm – Listed Scone Cup (1600m)

Top Selection – #8 West Of Africa (Each-Way)

This tough and consistent five-year-old from the Annabel and Rob Archibald stable is bursting to break through for his seventh career win.

Hard fit and in career-best form, West Of Africa has been knocking on the door in strong company, including a fast-finishing placing in the Group 2 Ajax Stakes and an eye-catching run in the Muswellbrook Gold Cup.

Freshened since charging home late to miss by just a long neck in the Tamworth Cup, he looks well suited here with a significant 4kg weight drop.

The wide barrier is actually a plus given his racing pattern—expect Chad Schofield to find cover early before angling wide and launching late down the middle of the track.

On a spacious circuit and solid tempo, he looks primed to storm over the top.

The Dangers

• #5 Tavi Time: A strong threat with a powerful finish if he gets the right run.

• #9 Ducasse: Progressive and capable of producing a big finish.

• #10 Floating: Well-weighted and consistent; will be in the mix.

• #15 Know Thyself: Carries no weight and maps to get every chance.

• #20 Green Fly: Has the talent but needs luck from a wide draw.

Likely Tempo: Solid

Bet Plan: West Of Africa Each-Way & Boxed Exacta with #5, #8, #15

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