Makybe Diva Stakes 2026 Betting Tips - Sheza Alibi Has the Evidence
The 2026 Makybe Diva Stakes assembles a high-class Group 1 field at Flemington, featuring both spring aspirants and proven 1600m performers. Sheza Alibi is the dominant favourite at $1.75, with an unbeaten second-up record and strong Flemington form. For value, Half Yours appeals for a top-four finish after positive trials and a solid Melbourne record. Our tip: Sheza Alibi to win, Half Yours for top four. Even with an open field, Sheza Alibi looks the clear standout.
- The Makybe Diva Stakes brings a strong Group 1 field to the Flemington mile
- Several major spring contenders line up in Saturday’s weight-for-age feature
- Full betting preview and key race angles for the September 12 clash
Sheza Alibi heads betting for the 2026 Makybe Diva Stakes. (Getty)
The 2026 Makybe Diva Stakes brings together a strong Group 1 field over the Flemington mile on Saturday.
Several runners are building towards longer spring targets, while others bring stronger second-up profiles and proven form over 1600m, which adds another layer to an intriguing weight-for-age contest.
At $1.75, Sheza Alibi heads the 2026 Makybe Diva Stakes market with Picklebet.
2026 Makybe Diva Stakes Tips
2026 Makybe Diva Stakes Best Bet - Sheza Alibi
There was no excuse in the much-anticipated clash with Autumn Glow first-up in the Winx Stakes, but it was still a strong return from Sheza Alibi.
She is unbeaten in three second-up runs, a record that includes a Flemington victory in her first preparation for Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman.
There was also a sharp ratings spike second-up last campaign when she announced herself at the highest level with a dominant Randwick Guineas win in her first Group 1 attempt.
That Sydney trip should have brought her on further, while the middle draw looks ideal for Luke Nolen to give her every chance to find a comfortable rhythm.
With even luck, she owns the best turn of foot in the field over this trip and looks clearly the horse to beat.
2026 Makybe Diva Stakes Value Bet - Half Yours
The forgotten horse in this market may be Half Yours after an underwhelming Brisbane winter, but that preparation does not tell the full story.
He came through a similar Queensland platform before last spring, while the pick of his previous campaign was arguably his 1400m return in the Group 1 All Aged Stakes.
His Melbourne record is also strong, with his only defeat in the city last season coming in the Turnbull Stakes at Flemington when fourth in a run that was clearly building towards the Cups.
His recent trials have been sound, including work at Flemington, and if he is anywhere near his best he still possesses a late sprint capable of troubling this field.
It would be a surprise if he toppled Sheza Alibi, but the race looks open enough behind her and Half Yours comes right into top-three and top-four calculations at a big price.
2026 Makybe Diva Stakes - Field & Odds
| No. | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier | Weight | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr Brightside (NZ) | Ben, Will & JD Hayes | Blake Shinn | 2 | 59kg | $10 |
| 2 | Half Yours | Tony & Calvin McEvoy | Jamie Melham | 12 | 59kg | $51 |
| 3 | Light Infantry Man (FR) | Ciaron Maher | Ethan Brown | 1 | 59kg | $41 |
| 4 | Sir Delius (GB) | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | Craig Williams | 9 | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 5 | Buckaroo (GB) | Chris Waller | Jye McNeil | 3 | 59kg | $51 |
| 6 | Birdman (IRE) | Chris Waller | Ben Melham | 4 | 59kg | $26 |
| 7 | Another Wil | Ciaron Maher | John Allen | 11 | 59kg | $71 |
| 8 | Autumn Boy | Chris Waller | Mark Zahra | 5 | 58.5kg | $19 |
| 9 | Aeliana (NZ) | Chris Waller | TBA | 13 | 57kg | $23 |
| 10 | Treasurethe Moment | Matt Laurie | Damian Lane | 10 | 57kg | $10 |
| 11 | She’s A Hustler (NZ) | Grahame Begg | Jordan Childs | 6 | 57kg | $126 |
| 12 | Sheza Alibi | Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman | Luke Nolen | 7 | 56.5kg | $1.75 |
| 13 | Ohope Wins (NZ) | Chris Waller | Jason Collett | 8 | 56.5kg | $151 |
Odds provided by Picklebet & correct on 10/09/2026.
Verdict
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