Doomben Racecourse is set to come alive on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, with a thrilling eight-race card hosted by the Brisbane Racing Club. Midweek racing in Brisbane continues to attract attention for its competitive fields and vibrant trackside atmosphere, and this edition promises to be no different.
The action begins at 12:33 PM with the Become A BRC Member Maiden Plate, run over 2070 meters and offering a $40,000 prize purse. This staying event features a field of eight: Lucifer The Cat, Ormond Road, Prefer To Dance, Show ‘Em Norm, So Suave, State Of Affairs, Kalbar Queen, and Zoublime. With fresh talent and improving stayers in the mix, this opener sets a compelling tone for the day.
Following that is the Tattersall’s Tiara Raceday 28 June QTIS 3YO Maiden Plate at 1:08 PM, covering 1660 meters, also for $40,000. Nine up-and-coming three-year-olds will line up: Cambridge Bay, Dream Thinker, Gas Brigade, Ludwig, Easy Love, Kaddari, Lune D’excellence, Saturdays Girl, and Xtra La Vita. Many eyes will be on this race as it serves as a key form guide for the upcoming Tattersall’s Tiara meeting.
The third race, scheduled for 1:43 PM, is the Mekka Raceday 16 August QTIS 2YO Handicap. A shorter sprint over 1350 meters, it carries $38,000 in prize money. Among the juveniles looking to make a statement are North Pole, Artistic Endeavour, First Empire, Zhongxin Koala, Lockyer, Straz Danz, and Saveur. Promising young talent will be on full display.
At 2:18 PM, speed will take centre stage in the Gold Maiden Handicap, run over 1110 meters for $40,000. This quick dash features Barberry Spur, Yoyo Yeezy, Deep Vegas, Out Of Turn, Rosso Levanto, Deep Tiara, Equine Art, Final Voyage, and Shaque D’amour. Expect an explosive finish in this tightly packed sprint.
The Mullins Lawyers Class 3 Handicap follows at 2:53 PM, stretching over 1660 meters with $38,000 on the line. It boasts a large and competitive field of 15: Zou Big Boy, Flywheel, Warrant, Diana’s Affair, Miss Chenery, Rashford, Regal Edition, Addition, Pireonti, El Pensador, Adelad, Treasurer, Tambourine Man, Ambassadors, and Mootessa. With form horses and improving runners, it could prove to be the most strategic race of the day.
Race six, the QCF Charity Raceday 19 July Class 1 Handicap, takes place at 3:28 PM over 1200 meters, offering $38,000 in prize money. Horses such as Make A Call, Starsonus, King Boom, Facundo, Fourandahalf, Better Be Ready, Bit Of Grunt, Retainer, Velozes, Hey Chardonnay, Champonnet, Dashing Hope, Rockrata, and Jediah will battle it out for supremacy in what promises to be a fast-paced contest.
The penultimate event is the Sky Racing BM70 Handicap at 4:03 PM, covering 1350 meters for $38,000. This evenly matched field includes Itza Charmdeel, Tara Jasmine, Starry Eyes, Boondocks, Fat Fingers, Lumens Lenny, Cracker Essgee, Lovewillcomelater, Affinity Flyer, Treasurer, and Headhunter. With benchmark ratings tightly grouped, this race should go right down to the wire.
Bringing the day to a close is a Handicap race over 1110 meters at 4:34 PM, featuring He’s Heaven, Defiant Spirit, Emperor, Caspernova, Simbu, Thelwell, Charming Nic, Femme Fatale, and Eye Pea Oh. With sprinters looking to end the meeting on a high note, the finale is sure to entertain.
Racegoers will be able to enjoy both live trackside action and interstate races displayed on large screens around the venue. Gates open at 11:45 AM, giving patrons time to settle in for what promises to be an enjoyable and action-packed midweek outing.
With its strong race lineup, enthusiastic crowds, and exciting atmosphere, Doomben’s Wednesday Raceday on June 18 is not to be missed. Whether you’re a racing regular or a first-time visitor, there’s something for everyone. See you at the track!
