Her recent 3rd over 2050m at Gold Coast indicates she's ready for this 2200m test. The rail position (+12m) should help from barrier 6. Looks the one to beat.
Queensland · Friday 28 February 2025
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Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Sunshine Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Quemco Gutter Guard Mdn Plate
Brief Spirit has been knocking on the door with a 2nd over 2040m at Doomben two starts back. The wide barrier is a concern with the rail out, but the reduced field helps. Kyle Wilson-Taylor should give him every chance.
Captain Good Vibes is an improving 3yo who ran a good 2nd over 2050m last start. He gets in with a light weight and has a good barrier which is advantageous with the rail out.
Sassy Tap gets the perfect barrier with the rail out +12m. She's experienced at the distance with multiple placings and knows the track well.
- 1st7Miss DynamoAndrew Mallyon$1.55
- 2nd6Prefer To DanceRon Stewart$5.50
- 3rd5Captain Good VibesCeejay Graham$4.20
- 4th8Sassy TapNikita Mc Lean$41.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Miss Dynamo | 6 | Andrew Mallyon | Billy Healey | 56.5kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 6 | Prefer To Dance | 5 | Ron Stewart | James Moore | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Captain Good Vibes | 3 | Ceejay Graham | Nicole Luke | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 8 | Sassy Tap | 1 | Nikita Mc Lean | Kerry Taplin | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Brief Spirit | 8 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Chris & Corey Munce | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Zalatoris | 2 | Jason Taylor | B Robinson | 58.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Frankel Moon | 4 | Ms D Newham | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Space Journey | 7 | Damien Thornton | Jesse Townsend | 58.5kg |
Equine Solutions Mdn Plate
The addition of blinkers for the first time should help her focus, and the good barrier draw with the rail out gives her every chance. The reduced field improves her chances.
Ten Good Reasons has shown ability with a close 2nd at Ipswich over this distance last start. He has an excellent barrier with the rail out and gets the services of the experienced Michael Rodd.
Heavy Reign has been consistent with two 3rd placings from two starts. She gets the perfect barrier with the rail out and the removal of blinkers may help her settle better over the 1200m.
Starward has shown ability with a 3rd placing over 1000m and should appreciate the step up to 1200m. The barrier is workable even with the rail out, and the reduced field enhances his value proposition.
- 1st8MacondaKyle Wilson-Taylor$2.20
- 2nd4Ten Good ReasonsMichael Rodd$2.30
- 3rd3StarwardNikita Mc Lean$21.00
- 4th10Stylish AngelB Wheeler$20.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Maconda | 3 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | K M Schweida | 56kg | $2.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Ten Good Reasons | 2 | Michael Rodd | G R Duncan | 58kg | $2.30 |
| 3rd | 3 | Starward | 6 | Nikita Mc Lean | Natalie McCall | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Stylish Angel | 9 | B Wheeler | R G Lipp | 56kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Claw Machine | 5 | Andrew Mallyon | Billy Healey | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Flash Drive | 8 | Ceejay Graham | R G Lipp | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Heavy Reign | 1 | Dale Smith | Belinda Mair | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Boogie Fever | 11 | Sean Cormack | Kym Afford | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Shubman | 7 | P Hamblin | B C Gill | 58kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Petite Piera | 4 | M R Du Plessis | Corey & Kylie Geran | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Stromboli Delight | 10 | R L Heathcote | 56kg |
Cruise Maroochy (Bm62)
The wide barrier is a concern with the rail out, but the reduced field helps and Michael Rodd should be able to navigate a good position. His class edge makes him the one to beat.
Notacluehoworwho gets an ideal barrier with the rail out +12m. The reduced field enhances his chances and Nikita Mc Lean is a capable rider.
The removal of blinkers again could help her settle better. The barrier is workable even with the rail out, and the reduced field improves her chances.
The wide barrier is a concern with the rail out, but Boris Thornton is experienced and should be able to find a good position. The reduced field and his ability to handle the track make him a solid value proposition.
- 1st6PyroisMichael Rodd$3.30
- 2nd7NightcappedT Marshall$11.00
- 3rd8Summer SoireeKyle Wilson-Taylor$4.20
- 4th10Oberoi Princess$5.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Pyrois | 15 | Michael Rodd | D L Freedman | 59.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 7 | Nightcapped | 6 | T Marshall | Jack Bruce | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Summer Soiree | 5 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 10 | Oberoi Princess | 9 | Chris & Corey Munce | 57.5kg | $5.00 | |
| 5th | 13 | Notacluehoworwho | 3 | Nikita Mc Lean | G R Duncan | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Billy's Bro | 2 | Jace McMurray | Billy Healey | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 12 | Lone Force | 8 | Andrew Mallyon | Billy Healey | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Rubix Love | 1 | B Wheeler | Christos Zintilis | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Roman Dagger | 12 | Boris Thornton | Kym Afford | 61kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Mio Sorrento | 17 | Heidi Gillie | J W Healy | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Pink Cashmere | 7 | Corey Sutherland | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Rideau | 11 | D J Hansen | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Lady Lucifer | 16 | Vlad Duric | David Vandyke | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Crymenotears | 4 | Jesse Townsend | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Miss Sha Blue | 10 | G A Thornton | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Maltali | 13 | Jason Edwards | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | March As One | 14 | John Holcombe | 57kg |
Wylie Dalziel Racing Hcp (C2)
The wide barrier is a concern with the rail out, but Ron Stewart is a top jockey who should be able to navigate a good position. The reduced field helps and the class edge makes this horse the one to beat.
More Trouble gets a good barrier with the rail out +12m and should get an ideal run on pace. The reduced field enhances the prospects.
The very wide barrier with the rail out is a significant concern, but the reduced field helps somewhat. From the Munce stable which is always well prepared.
Pauli gets the perfect barrier with the rail out +12m and carries just 54kg. With the rail out, the inside draw could be a major advantage, making this horse a solid value proposition.
- 1st1More TroubleJace McMurray$4.40
- 2nd2Better Be SlickDamien Thornton$26.00
- 3rd5The Player$4.40
- 4th9Mist Of DawnRon Stewart$4.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | More Trouble | 4 | Jace McMurray | Jack Bruce | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 2 | Better Be Slick | 2 | Damien Thornton | Chris & Corey Munce | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | The Player | 16 | Chris & Corey Munce | 57kg | $4.40 | |
| 4th | 9 | Mist Of Dawn | 11 | Ron Stewart | Chris Anderson | 55.5kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Fly Fifer | 13 | Montana Philpot | Taylah Mackinnon | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Ole Bazzle | 10 | Michael Rodd | G R Duncan | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Mr Caleb | 5 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Moonfleet | 6 | Nikita Mc Lean | Matthew Hoysted | 56kg | $3.60 |
| 9th | 10 | Julieta | 15 | R Dolan | D L Freedman | 54kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Bucks Fizz | 8 | Matthew Hoysted | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Karaoke Al | 9 | M G Molander | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Cryptic Sound | 17 | R G Lipp | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Itza Motza | 14 | S W Kendrick | 55kg | ||
| 14 | Maltali | 12 | Dale Smith | Jason Edwards | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Planned Encounter | 3 | Neil Hocking | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Maybe Smart | 7 | B Robinson | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Pauli | 1 | L D Wanless | 54kg |
Kennards Hire Hcp
Pocket Full gets the perfect barrier with the rail out +12m and should get an ideal run. The reduced field enhances the prospects and the inside draw is a significant advantage.
Light Of Boom gets a good barrier with the rail out +12m and carries just 50kg after the claim. The reduced field and weight advantage make this a solid chance.
The barrier is workable even with the rail out, and Jake Bayliss is an experienced jockey. The lightweight and reduced field improve the chances, and the Kendrick stable is always well prepared.
Singer Sargent gets the addition of a cross-over nose band for the first time which could spark improvement. The lightweight and reduced field enhance the value proposition.
- 1st4This'llbetheoneT Marshall$5.50
- 2nd10Singer SargentRon Stewart$51.00
- 3rd6Light Of BoomJace McMurray$7.00
- 4th2Pocket FullKyle Wilson-Taylor$2.80
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | This'llbetheone | 4 | T Marshall | Jack Bruce | 54kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 10 | Singer Sargent | 7 | Ron Stewart | James Moore | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Light Of Boom | 3 | Jace McMurray | Adam Campton | 52kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Pocket Full | 1 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 5th | 7 | Hollywood North | 8 | Montana Philpot | S W Kendrick | 52kg | $4.60 |
| 6th | 1 | Irish Songs | 9 | Corey Sutherland | Louise White | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Under The Cap | 6 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 9 | The Catch | 2 | Colleen Krahnen | Jeff Dunn | 51kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Toesonthenose | 5 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 54kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Hang Five | 10 | Nikita Mc Lean | Matthew Hoysted | 54kg |
Alex Surf Club Drummo Memorial (Bm60)
The barrier is good with the rail out, and the 2kg claim helps offset the weight. From the Heathcote stable which is always well prepared, and the reduced field enhances the prospects.
Betathaneva gets an excellent barrier with the rail out +12m and carries just 52.5kg after the claim. The reduced field and weight advantage make this a solid chance.
Hooks is predicted to lead which can be advantageous with the rail out +12m. Nikita Mc Lean is an experienced jockey who should be able to utilize the on-pace running style.
Eight Cylinders gets the perfect barrier with the rail out +12m and carries just 56kg. The inside draw is a major advantage with the rail out, and Tiffani Brooker is an experienced jockey. The reduced field significantly improves the chances, making this a solid value proposition.
- 1st12HooksNikita Mc Lean$10.00
- 2nd5BetathanevaCorey Sutherland$7.50
- 3rd9Promiscuous GirlBoris Thornton$3.80
- 4th4PoutchekJace McMurray$3.40
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Hooks | 10 | Nikita Mc Lean | Kerry Taplin | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Betathaneva | 3 | Corey Sutherland | P P Jenkins | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Promiscuous Girl | 8 | Boris Thornton | Matthew Hoysted | 57.5kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 4 | Poutchek | 7 | Jace McMurray | R L Heathcote | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 11 | Pending | 2 | Ceejay Graham | Billy Healey | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Chance With Wolves | 5 | R Dolan | Ms J Aitkenhead | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Firebolt | 4 | Michael Rodd | D L Freedman | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 1 | Sock'emsid | 15 | Dale Smith | Brendan Jones | 61kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Eight Cylinders | 1 | Tiffani Brooker | T N Miller | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Mount Zion | 14 | Colleen Krahnen | Jeff Dunn | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Got Yourself A Gun | 11 | Phil Bobic | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Deep Fury | 13 | T Marshall | Jack Bruce | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Craiglea La Vie | 16 | Krystle Johnston | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Atlantic Royal | 9 | P P Jenkins | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Another Dazzler | 12 | Neil Hocking | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Maxie Tap | 6 | Kerry Taplin | 54kg |
In Curtains (Bm62)
The removal of blinkers again should help this horse settle better over the 2200m journey. Ron Stewart is a top jockey who should be able to navigate a good position from the wider barrier. The reduced field helps and the class edge makes this horse the one to beat.
Likeabeel gets the perfect barrier with the rail out +12m and should get an ideal run. The inside draw is a significant advantage in a staying race with the rail out, though the top weight is a concern.
Gripping gets an excellent barrier with the rail out +12m and the 3kg claim helps offset the weight. The reduced field enhances the prospects.
Tennessee Whiskey gets a good barrier with the rail out +12m and the removal of blinkers for the first time could spark improvement. Jag Guthmann-Chester is an experienced jockey who should be able to give this horse every chance. The reduced field and gear change enhance the value proposition.
- 1st2LikeabeelR Dolan$2.90
- 2nd9Up And ComerKyle Wilson-Taylor$6.50
- 3rd13Majestic AngelColleen Krahnen$61.00
- 4th6Chateaux ParkRon Stewart$14.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Likeabeel | 1 | R Dolan | P M Busuttin | 60.5kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 9 | Up And Comer | 6 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 13 | Majestic Angel | 11 | Colleen Krahnen | Jeff Dunn | 51kg | $61.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Chateaux Park | 9 | Ron Stewart | J C Coyle | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Tennessee Whiskey | 4 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Peter Robl | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Watermelon | 13 | R H Dart | 58.5kg | $20.00 | |
| 7th | 4 | Princeton Award | 3 | Damien Thornton | G A Thornton | 58.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Gripping | 2 | Corey Sutherland | Jason Patton | 60kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Brynner | 12 | Sean Cormack | J C Coyle | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Montgomery | 10 | B Wheeler | John Thompson | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Gulf Of Saros | 8 | Tiffani Brooker | T N Miller | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 3 | Iberian Ruler | 7 | Dan Mc Gillivray | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Forum One | 5 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 56kg |
Creative Stone Hcp (C3)
The wide barrier is a concern with the rail out, but Nikita Mc Lean is an experienced jockey who should be able to navigate a good position. The reduced field helps and the class edge makes this horse the one to beat.
Luvarchie gets the perfect barrier with the rail out +12m and is predicted to lead, which is a significant advantage in a 1000m sprint with the rail out. From the Healey stable which is always well prepared.
The barrier is a concern with the rail out, but Andrew Mallyon is a top jockey who should be able to navigate a good position. From the Healey stable which is always well prepared, though the top weight is a concern.
Kwik Az Hell gets a good barrier with the rail out +12m and carries just 54kg. The on-pace running style should be advantageous with the rail out in a 1000m sprint. The reduced field and weight advantage enhance the value proposition.
- 1st4Ruby ChicksNikita Mc Lean$5.50
- 2nd7Curry LegendMontana Philpot$15.00
- 3rd1King YoshiAndrew Mallyon$1.80
- 4th6Kwik Az HellCeejay Graham$9.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Ruby Chicks | 8 | Nikita Mc Lean | G R Duncan | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Curry Legend | 2 | Montana Philpot | D J Hansen | 52kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | King Yoshi | 7 | Andrew Mallyon | Billy Healey | 59kg | $1.80 |
| 4th | 6 | Kwik Az Hell | 5 | Ceejay Graham | D J Hansen | 54kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Bold And Smooth | 6 | Ms G Cartwright | G K Taylor | 56kg | $3.80 |
| 6th | 8 | Miss Gabbiano | 3 | Gabrielle Semmens | J R Bayliss | 52kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Luvarchie | 1 | Jace McMurray | Billy Healey | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Pink Cashmere | 4 | S W Kendrick | 58kg |
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