Ipswich Racing Tips for Wednesday, May 20th 2026

We have expert betting tips for racing at Ipswich on Wednesday, which includes eight races at the quality meeting.

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

Race 1. (12:33) Barrier Reef Pools Handicap (1100m)

#7 – Private Max

Private Max ran well on debut for third at Sunshine Coast, and he should improve with the run under his belt.

The two-year-old son of Pierata finished under a length behind the winner, and getting 2kg off his back doesn’t hurt his chances.

It’s a tough field, but he should be right in the mix.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 2. (13:08) Great Northern BM60 (1980m)

#8 – Steel Impact

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The five-year-old mare won at Gatton two starts back before finishing second at Ipswich last time out.

She doesn’t win all that often, having posted just two wins from 21 starts, but she’s never too far away, and her track debut was encouraging.

She should settle back and come with a late run.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 3. (13:43) Tab Maiden (1690m)

#3 – Ablesheeba

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Ablesheeba showed good improvement to finish third at Sunshine Coast, and although it came on a synthetic track, it should do her confidence plenty of good.

The three-year-old son of Magna Grecia showed a good turn-of-foot to hit the line nicely, which is an encouraging sign.

Look for each-way odds on race day.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 4. (14:18) Fertpro Maiden (1690m)

#2 – Bon Vader

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Bon Vader was only narrowly beaten last time out at Eagle Farm, and it’s only a matter of time before he wins.

The three-year-old son of Invader owns four placings from five starts, and getting Ryan Maloney in the saddle helps his chances of winning.

We expect strong bets to come his way, so snap up the opening odds.

Stake: 2.5 Units

Race 5. (14:53) Sacred Elixir Handicap (1350m)

#2 – Sling

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Looking for back-to-back wins is Sling, who handled heavy conditions well when scoring at Sunshine Coast.

The two-year-old colt by Capitalist showed a good turn-of-foot to put them away, and although this is a harder field, he should handle it.

It’s another good ride for Maloney, who could have a big day.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 6. (15:28) Gordon’s Gin C3 (1100m)

#9 – Smart Shazza

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Smart Shazza owns two wins and six placings from 11 starts, including a win and a placing from three starts at Ipswich.

The five-year-old mare by Smart Missile ran third at Eagle Farm last time out, and getting the inside draw is enough to take her close.

Punters should get each-way odds from bookmakers on race day.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 7. (16:03) Ray White Ipswich Incentive C1 (1100m)

#8 – Baked

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Tony Gollan lines up Baked, who won well at Moe three back, and something close to that form will be good enough.

The three-year-old filly by Hellbent didn’t fire at Gold Coast last time out, but she is much better than what she showed on that occasion.

We’re giving her another chance as she should pay generous odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 8. (16:38) Seven Handicap (2180m)

#2 – Chillies

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Chillies is nearing a win after back-to-back placings at Cranbourne and Flemington, and having form at Flemington is ideal.

The three-year-old son of Too Darn Hot wasn’t far behind Silvasista, which is excellent form, and coming to Queensland only helps his chances.

He’s preparing for the Queensland Derby, and he should go well on Wednesday.

Stake: 2 Units

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Daryl Curnow

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.