Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Thursday 27 February 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Townsville. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The most consistent runner in the field with a second placing last start over 1200m. Drops back to 1000m which should suit her early speed. The addition of winkers for the first time could help her focus better. Well drawn in barrier 5 and has the services of Nathan Thomas who knows her well.
Has shown ability in her three starts with a third placing. Gets in with just 53kg after the claim and has experience at this track and distance. From the same stable as the top selection and should be ready to peak third-up.
Has had two starts for two sixth placings but showed some improvement second-up. The addition of winkers for the first time could help him focus better. Has the services of experienced jockey Ryan Wiggins.
First starter from the strong Tony Button stable. Well drawn in barrier 4 and gets in light with 54kg after the claim.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Raff Vader | 8 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Royal Prophecy | 7 | McKenzie Apel | Georgina Bourke | 53kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Small Town Hussler | 10 | Justin P Stanley | Michael Geaney | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Minxy | 9 | Chris Meehan | T Button | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Cascia | 5 | Nathan Thomas | Georgina Bourke | 56kg | $3.90 |
| 6th | 3 | Secret Cypher | 6 | Ms A Thomson | Nicole Homann | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 10 | Fillydelphia Miss | 11 | Sean Cormack | J H Manzelmann | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Accept Power | 13 | Wanderson D'Avila | T Button | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 8 | Built Different | 4 | Olivia Kendal | T Button | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Battlekatt | 2 | Ashley Butler | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 11th | 4 | Secret Skyfall | 3 | Jackson Murphy | Matthew McGuire | 58kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Union Delegate | 1 | Kevin Miller | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Spieth Impediment | 12 | Gabrielle Semmens | T Button | 54kg |
The most consistent runner in the field with a third placing last start. Well drawn in barrier 3 and gets in with just 55kg after the claim. The addition of visors for the first time replacing winkers could help him focus better. Has been racing well at this distance and should be ready to break through.
Brings strong southern form to this race with two thirds from three starts. Perfectly drawn in barrier 1 to get a soft run and has the services of experienced jockey Alisha Thomson. First start at this track but should handle the 1200m well based on previous runs.
Has shown ability in her ten starts with two seconds and a third. Gets in with just 53kg after the claim but will need some luck from the wide barrier. Has been racing consistently and should be in the finish again.
Showed improvement last start with a third placing over 1000m. Well drawn in barrier 2 to get a good run and the removal of the tongue tie could help her breathing.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Tsunami | 1 | Ms A Thomson | O Chillemi | 58kg | $1.30 |
| 2nd | 2 | March Madness | 3 | McKenzie Apel | Michael Geaney | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Mysterious Bay | 6 | Justin P Stanley | Peter Cullen | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Sneaky Tay | 7 | Adam Sewell | Troy Clive | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Mr Gigilo | 5 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Raffy's Girl | 8 | Chris Meehan | Sarah Acornley | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Looming Legend | 10 | Brooke Johnson | J H Manzelmann | 53kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Cloud Eight | 2 | Wanderson D'Avila | Ms L McCormack | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Sheez Brutaful | 4 | Jason Taylor | Ms L McCormack | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Coachman | 9 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 58kg |
Comes into this race in peak form after winning last start over 1400m. Has excellent form at this distance with multiple placings and is a proven performer at this track. The step up to 1609m should suit perfectly based on his previous performances over similar trips. Denicious Smith knows this horse well and should give him every chance.
Has been racing in excellent form with a second placing last start over 1800m. The slight drop back in distance to 1609m should suit and he's well drawn in barrier 4 to get a good run. Justin Stanley is a strong booking and this horse has been very consistent in his recent starts.
Has been racing consistently with a second placing last start over 1400m. Well drawn in barrier 2 to get a good run and has the services of experienced jockey Ashley Butler. The step up to 1609m is the query but his racing pattern suggests he should handle it.
Finished a good second last start over 1560m and gets in with just 51kg after the claim. Will need some luck from the wide barrier but has the lightweight to make her presence felt.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Finsceal | 3 | Ryan Wiggins | T Button | 60kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Joe's Giggle | 5 | Denicious Smith | Ms J Hassett | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Decrypting Gold | 2 | Ashley Butler | Georgina Bourke | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Brand New | 1 | Chris Meehan | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Mordecai | 4 | Justin P Stanley | W E Winters | 59kg | $1.80 |
| 6th | 6 | She's Rewarding | 7 | Wanderson D'Avila | Ms L McCormack | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Nine Carats | 8 | Brooke Johnson | J H Manzelmann | 51kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Political Power | 6 | Sean Cormack | Ms L McCormack | 54kg | $151.00 |
Comes into this race in peak form after winning last start over 1200m. Perfectly drawn in barrier 1 to get a soft run and gets in with just 55kg after the claim. Has excellent form at this distance with multiple wins and is a proven performer at this track. Should be very hard to beat from the inside barrier.
Has been racing in excellent form with a win last start over 1200m at this track. Ashley Butler is a strong booking and this horse has been very consistent in his recent starts. The barrier draw is a slight concern but he has enough early speed to overcome it.
Brings a wealth of experience to this race with 50 career starts. Finished a good third last start over 1200m at this track. The top weight of 61kg is the main concern but he has the class to overcome it and Ryan Wiggins knows him well.
Finished a good second last start over 1250m and is well drawn in barrier 3 to get a good run. Has the services of experienced jockey Nathan Thomas and has shown ability at this level in the past.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Win And Tonic | 7 | Ashley Butler | Georgina Bourke | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Ilzoomya | 1 | Tyler Leslight | Ms S Royes | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Spirit Of Giving | 5 | Justin P Stanley | Graham R Hughes | 58kg | $2.05 |
| 4th | 4 | Ten Schilling | 3 | Nathan Thomas | A G Malliff | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Yellowstone Beth | 4 | Jackson Murphy | L J Hatch | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Andy | 8 | Brooke Johnson | J H Manzelmann | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Bring Me Flowers | 9 | McKenzie Apel | L J Hatch | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Dollson | 6 | Ryan Wiggins | S J Royes | 61kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Elleves | 2 | Troy Clive | 54kg |
The standout performer in this field with an exceptional record at this track and distance. Well drawn in barrier 2 to get a good run and the addition of blinkers again should sharpen him up. Has been racing over longer distances recently but has shown he can sprint well fresh. Should be very hard to beat despite the top weight.
Comes into this race in peak form after winning last start over 950m. Gets in with just 55kg and has the services of experienced jockey Justin Stanley. The barrier draw is a slight concern but he has enough early speed to overcome it. Should be right in the finish.
Has been racing consistently with a second placing last start over 1250m. Perfectly drawn in barrier 1 to get a soft run and has the services of experienced jockey Ryan Wiggins. The top weight of 60.5kg is the main concern but he has the class to overcome it.
Has been racing in tougher company and is well drawn in barrier 3 to get a good run. Has the services of experienced jockey Sean Cormack and has shown ability at this level in the past.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Roweiner's Dance | 2 | Gabrielle Semmens | William Kenning | 60.5kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 5 | Crowning Moment | 3 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Family Star | 4 | Ashley Butler | Graham R Hughes | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Fodor | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 60.5kg | $3.80 |
| 5th | 7 | Rigel Star | 6 | Justin P Stanley | S J Royes | 55kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 4 | Beauty Boom | 5 | Olivia Kendal | L J Hatch | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Mr Tangles | 7 | Darryl Johnston | 55kg |
The most progressive runner in the field with 6 wins from just 14 starts. Won impressively last start over 1400m and drops back to 1300m which should suit. Gets in with just 54kg and has the services of Jackson Murphy who knows her well. The barrier draw is the only concern but she has enough tactical speed to overcome it.
Comes into this race in peak form after winning last start over 1250m. Well drawn in barrier 4 to get a good run and gets in with just 51kg after the claim. Has excellent form at this distance and is a proven performer at this track. Should be right in the finish.
Brings a wealth of experience to this race with 69 career starts. Won his last two starts and is in peak form. The top weight of 63.5kg is the main concern but he has the class to overcome it and Ryan Wiggins knows him well. The step up in distance is a query but he has won over this trip before.
Has been racing consistently with a second placing last start over 1200m. Gets in with just 54kg and has the services of experienced jockey Nathan Thomas. The barrier draw is a slight concern but she has enough tactical speed to overcome it.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Bold Type | 6 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 63.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 7 | Sweet Kisses | 9 | Jackson Murphy | Georgina Bourke | 54kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Northern Pride | 3 | Gabrielle Semmens | T Button | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 4 | Stick To Your Guns | 5 | McKenzie Apel | L J Hatch | 51.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Castile | 1 | Olivia Kendal | Matthew McGuire | 52kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Devil Kick | 2 | Sean Cormack | A G Malliff | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Reggie's Boy | 10 | Adam Sewell | Leslie Gordy | 54kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Miss Seattle | 7 | Nathan Thomas | Georgina Bourke | 54kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Mooloolaba | 8 | Justin P Stanley | Georgina Bourke | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Mystery 'n' Magic | 4 | Tyler Leslight | O Chillemi | 51kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Love On Sunday | 12 | Jason Taylor | A G Malliff | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Inching Closer | 11 | M A Dale | 57.5kg |
The most progressive runner in the field with 2 wins from just 12 starts. Won impressively last start over 1200m and should be able to handle the same distance again. Gets in with top weight of 60kg but has the class to overcome it. The barrier draw is the main concern but he has enough tactical speed to overcome it.
Has been racing consistently with a second placing last start over 1200m. Gets in with a manageable weight of 57.5kg and has the services of experienced jockey Denicious Smith. The barrier draw is a slight concern but he has enough tactical speed to overcome it. Should be right in the finish.
Well drawn in barrier 1 to get a soft run and gets in with just 54.5kg after the claim. Has shown ability at this level in the past and the perfect barrier draw should give him every chance. The recent form is a slight concern but the drop in weight and good draw can help him bounce back.
Has been racing consistently with a sixth placing last start over 1400m. Well drawn in barrier 3 to get a good run and has the services of experienced jockey Nathan Thomas.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Spontaneous Choice | 7 | Sean Cormack | A G Malliff | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | Elleves | 3 | Nathan Thomas | Troy Clive | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Convertor | 8 | Denicious Smith | Georgina Bourke | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Craicaro | 14 | Jackson Murphy | Peter Cullen | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Pelsaert | 2 | Ms A Thomson | Ms J Ryan | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 7 | King Rupert | 1 | McKenzie Apel | Graham R Hughes | 54.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Excite Choo | 10 | Jason Taylor | A G Malliff | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 4 | He Goes Boom | 11 | Ashley Butler | T Button | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 10 | Let's Ride | 6 | Justin P Stanley | Graham R Hughes | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 10th | 3 | Platinum Field | 12 | Wanderson D'Avila | Patrick McGuire | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Wemyss | 15 | Ryan Wiggins | G W Dickson | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 12th | 1 | Kidston | 13 | Michael Mc Donald | William Kenning | 60kg | $3.40 |
| 13th | 2 | Another Jack | 4 | Olivia Kendal | Matthew McGuire | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 14th | 16 | Fast Missile | 9 | Aidan Holt | J P Caught | 59kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Lucky Jim | 16 | M A Dale | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Desert Grit | 5 | Chris Meehan | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Look At Rosa | 17 | Bonnie Thomson | 54.5kg |
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