Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Friday 28 February 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Canterbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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All Star has the perfect combination of barrier 1 (crucial at Canterbury) and top jockey James McDonald for leading trainer Chris Waller. The first-time gear (lugging bit and tongue tie) suggests readiness for debut. Inside barriers are a significant advantage for 1100m sprints at Canterbury.
Cobra Club brings the strongest form with a close second in the Inglis Nursery. The Waterhouse & Bott runner has race experience but must overcome the wide barrier which is a significant disadvantage at Canterbury for sprint races.
Good Hotspur showed ability with a close second on debut at Newcastle. The Ryan & Alexiou-trained colt is stepping up in distance and must overcome a wide barrier which is challenging at Canterbury.
Presumptuous Gal has several factors in her favor including a good barrier (5) which is crucial at Canterbury for sprints. The Chris Waller-trained filly gets weight relief and the first-time blinkers and lugging bit suggest readiness for debut.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Strada Varenna | 15 | Jason Collett | Bjorn Baker | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 1 | Cobra Club | 14 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Gambers | 2 | Chad Schofield | A & S Freedman | 55kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 2 | Good Hotspur | 11 | Tyler Schiller | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Yolo | 8 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C Maher | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 3 | All Star | 1 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 16 | Ichiban Koji | 7 | C J Waller | 57kg | $8.00 | |
| 8th | 17 | Cryoseisms | 3 | Joshua Parr | James Cummings | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Archimage | 9 | Jay Ford | David Pfieffer | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Presumptuous Gal | 5 | Reece Jones | C J Waller | 55kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Biltmore | 13 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 57kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Kilman | 17 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Nepotism | 16 | M, W & J Hawkes | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | You're The Choice | 6 | Zac Wadick | Brad Widdup | 53.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Autumn Blonde | 18 | Regan Bayliss | J G Sargent | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Valedictorian | 10 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Interro | 12 | C Maher | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Melanite | 4 | John Thompson | 56.5kg |
Tapa Kick brings the strongest form with a last-start win in a Highway over 1800m. The consistent gelding has an excellent record of 13:3-6-4 and gets the benefit of a 3kg claim. Has proven stamina for the 1900m trip and should be perfectly suited at Canterbury where stamina is crucial for extended trips.
Fiorsum Fred comes off a strong win in BM74 company at Tamworth over 1600m. The experienced gelding has won 3 from 16 and performs well at this distance range. Jay Ford is a reliable jockey who knows Canterbury well. Should be finishing strongly.
Hurstville Zagreb was impressive winning on debut at Goulburn over 1500m on heavy ground. Gets the services of top jockey James McDonald and represents the strong O'Shea stable. The significant step up in distance is the query
Jayashree comes off a maiden win at Newcastle over 1600m and looks ready for the step up in trip. The Hawkes-trained filly gets a good barrier and weight advantage. Tyler Schiller is riding in good form and the stable places their horses well. Represents good each-way value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Hurstville Zagreb | 8 | James Mc Donald | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 56.5kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 8 | Jayashree | 4 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Fiorsum Fred | 7 | Jay Ford | S I Singleton | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Tapa Kick | 6 | Braith Nock | P Messara & L Gavranich | 58kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 1 | Leaders Listen | 9 | Benjamin Osmond | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Forever Fortune | 2 | Reece Jones | C J Waller | 54kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Think We're There | 5 | Nash Rawiller | J C Deamer | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Gwendie | 1 | Zac Wadick | Ross McConville | 55kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Devil Rider | 3 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Brad Widdup | 55.5kg |
O'ziggy comes off an impressive win over this track and distance in BM78 grade. The Bjorn Baker-trained gelding has excellent form at Canterbury and the 1900m distance suits perfectly. Has tactical versatility and should get a good run from barrier 5. Stamina is proven with strong performances up to 2400m.
Barazin brings the strongest recent form with back-to-back wins including a victory over this course and distance. The Kris Lees-trained gelding is carrying top weight but has earned it with his consistent performances. Jason Collett knows how to get the best out of him and the 1900m is ideal.
Inquiring Minds has a good record at Canterbury and gets the benefit of a 2kg claim. The O'Shea & Charlton-trained gelding won well two starts back over 1600m at Randwick and should appreciate the good barrier. Failed last start but can bounce back here.
Fun Sunday gets the perfect inside draw and the services of top jockey Kerrin McEvoy. The Brad Widdup-trained mare drops to a light weight and has proven staying ability with previous wins up to 2260m.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | O'ziggy | 5 | Winona Costin | Bjorn Baker | 57kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 2 | Inquiring Minds | 2 | Zac Wadick | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Malabar | 9 | Tyler Schiller | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Fun Sunday | 1 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Brad Widdup | 54kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Barazin | 7 | Jason Collett | K A Lees | 60kg | $3.30 |
| 6th | 7 | Hinchinjive | 8 | Ms L Day | R J Quinton | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Sign Of Peace | 3 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Fine Example | 6 | Molly Bourke | R Cole | 52kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Unlimited | 4 | Benjamin Osmond | C J Waller | 58.5kg |
Pinito brings the strongest form credentials with a consistent record of 5:1-2-2. The James Cummings-trained filly gets the services of top jockey James McDonald and draws perfectly in barrier 2. Has proven ability at the distance and beyond. The removal of blinkers suggests connections are looking for her to settle better which should suit at Canterbury.
Savoldi has been a model of consistency with a record of 4:1-1-1. The John Thompson-trained gelding has the right racing pattern for Canterbury and draws well in barrier 5. The gear changes (norton bit and tongue tie) suggest improvement is expected and the 1200m distance is ideal.
Battle Hymn has the perfect inside draw which is crucial at Canterbury for sprint races. The Bjorn Baker-trained gelding has shown ability in both starts with a win and a second. Joshua Parr is a strong rider who should make the most of the rails draw. The step up to 1200m looks suitable based on his racing pattern.
Lutetia has the advantage of Canterbury experience with a placing last start over 1250m at this track. The Kris Lees-trained filly draws well in barrier 3 and gets weight relief. Jason Collett knows how to ride Canterbury well and should give her every chance from the good draw. Represents good each-way value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Battle Hymn | 1 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 59.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 9 | Lutetia | 3 | Jason Collett | K A Lees | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Pinito | 2 | James Mc Donald | James Cummings | 58.5kg | $2.40 |
| 4th | 1 | Southern Charm | 9 | Molly Bourke | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Rotagilla | 6 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Tehina | 4 | Zac Wadick | Michael Freedman | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Savoldi | 5 | Chad Schofield | John Thompson | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Jupiter Hills | 8 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Shirvington | 7 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Bjorn Baker | 59.5kg |
Sydney Bowler brings an unbeaten record of 3 from 3 and gets the perfect inside draw which is crucial at Canterbury. The John O'Shea & Tom Charlton-trained gelding has won at this distance and gets the benefit of a 2kg claim. The gear changes (ear muffs first time) suggest connections are looking to keep him focused. Looks perfectly placed to maintain his unbeaten record.
Heuristic brings strong form credentials with a consistent record of 14:2-3-2. The wide barrier is the main concern but he has the class to overcome it.
Rip Off has been a model of consistency with a record of 14:2-5-1. The James Cummings-trained mare draws well in barrier 4 and gets in with a light weight. Jason Collett knows how to ride Canterbury well and should give her every chance from the good draw. Has been racing in good form and is ready to step up to this class.
Reasonable brings progressive form with a recent maiden win at Wyong. The Ciaron Maher-trained mare gets in with just 54kg and has the services of top jockey Kerrin McEvoy. Draws perfectly in barrier 2 which is crucial at Canterbury. Has been knocking on the door with multiple placings and represents good each-way value in this field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Mafia | 10 | Regan Bayliss | Peter Snowden | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Agenda Setter | 5 | Tommy Berry | M, W & J Hawkes | 56kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 2 | Huon | 6 | Nash Rawiller | Richard Litt | 60.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 1 | Sydney Bowler | 1 | Zac Wadick | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 5th | 3 | Apollo Mission | 3 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Rip Off | 4 | Jason Collett | James Cummings | 55.5kg | $4.80 |
| 7th | 4 | Gold Pattern | 7 | Joshua Parr | John Thompson | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Heuristic | 9 | Reece Jones | Peter Snowden | 59.5kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Reasonable | 2 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C Maher | 54kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Money Team | 8 | Brad Widdup | 57kg |
Balkans brings the strongest form credentials with excellent recent performances at Canterbury. The Richard Litt-trained gelding has won and placed at his last two starts over this track and distance. The wide barrier is the main concern but he has the class to overcome it and has shown tactical versatility in his races.
Vegas Raider comes off an impressive win in the Kia Evening Star over this track and distance. The David Pfieffer-trained gelding has an excellent record at Canterbury with multiple wins and placings. Jay Ford knows how to ride Canterbury well and should give him every chance from the good draw.
World Alliance brings strong form credentials with a placing in BM94 company last start. The Matthew Smith-trained gelding gets the services of top jockey James McDonald and draws well in barrier 4. Has to carry top weight but has the class to do so and should be finishing strongly.
Lady Shenanigans gets all the favors with the perfect inside draw
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Balkans | 9 | Tom Sherry | Richard Litt | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 1 | World Alliance | 4 | James Mc Donald | Matthew Smith | 61kg | $2.10 |
| 3rd | 5 | Memoria | 6 | Benjamin Osmond | K A Lees | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 3 | One Destiny | 5 | Molly Bourke | G R Nickson | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Bundeena | 8 | Chad Schofield | John Thompson | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Miss Busslinger | 2 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | K A Lees | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Lady Shenanigans | 1 | Braith Nock | M & D Kearney | 51kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Edited By | 7 | Zac Wadick | Michael Freedman | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7 | Vegas Raider | 3 | Jay Ford | David Pfieffer | 56kg |
Photograph brings excellent credentials with a perfect inside draw which is crucial at Canterbury. The James Cummings-trained filly has been racing in good form in Melbourne with a second at Moonee Valley last start. Gets the services of top jockey James McDonald and should get the perfect run from barrier 1. Has shown tactical versatility in her races and looks perfectly placed to continue her good form.
Weeping Woman was impressive winning at this track and distance last start. The Joseph Pride-trained mare has a good record of 8:3-0-2 and draws well in barrier 4. Tyler Schiller knows how to ride Canterbury well and should give her every chance from the good draw. Has been racing in good form and is ready to take the next step.
Mountain Top brings strong form credentials with a win in BM72 company two starts back. The wide barrier is the main concern but she has the class to overcome it. Dropping back in distance but should be finishing strongly.
Southern Charm has the advantage of barrier 2 and gets in with just 55.5kg after the claim. The Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott-trained filly has been racing in good company including a Group 3 placing. Has been freshened up for this assignment and represents good each-way value in this field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Gangsta Granny | 11 | Tommy Berry | M, W & J Hawkes | 58.5kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 8 | Weeping Woman | 4 | Tyler Schiller | Joseph Pride | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 9 | Divine Vicky | 10 | Jason Collett | Matthew Smith | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Hallett | 5 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Magnucat | 12 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Bjorn Baker | 54.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Photograph | 1 | James Mc Donald | James Cummings | 59kg | $2.35 |
| 7th | 1 | Mountain Top | 7 | Zac Wadick | C J Waller | 59kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Miss Busslinger | 3 | Benjamin Osmond | K A Lees | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Acappella Sun | 6 | Amy Mc Lucas | Matthew Dale | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Outback Angel | 9 | John Kissick | A L McRae | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Southern Charm | 2 | Molly Bourke | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | To The Extreme | 8 | Joshua Parr | R J Quinton | 57.5kg |
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