Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Thursday 6 March 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Townsville. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Her last start 2nd at 1000m showed good speed, and she's been placed behind Nosey Neo previously. With a 3kg claim and only 51kg, she's well positioned to break through for a win on a track she performs consistently at. The soft track suits based on previous performances.
Nosey Neo is the most experienced runner with a proven record at this track and distance, having won over the course previously. His soft track record is excellent and he's beaten both Cascia and Royal Prophecy in recent meetings. The 3kg claim helps offset the top weight. Consistent performer who should be right in the finish.
Cascia has a good barrier draw and weight advantage with only 51kg after the claim. Her second placing to Nosey Neo two starts back over this course and distance shows she has the ability to be competitive here. The inside draw should give her every chance.
The Kobay Train is the unknown quantity in the race. The application of blinkers first time suggests connections expect improvement, and the Manzelmann stable has a good record with juveniles.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Nosey Neo | 5 | Nikki Olzard | Joshua Manzelmann | 56kg | $1.35 |
| 2nd | 5 | Cascia | 2 | Kiran Quilty | Georgina Bourke | 51kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 7 | Royal Prophecy | 6 | McKenzie Apel | Georgina Bourke | 51kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 4 | The Kobay Train | 7 | Chris Meehan | Joshua Manzelmann | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Gymnosomata | 1 | Georgina Bourke | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Louis Auguste | 4 | Joshua Manzelmann | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Fabulean | 3 | Jennifer Hatfield | 54kg |
Win And Tonic brings the strongest recent form into this race with a win and second in his last two starts at Townsville. His overall track record is excellent and he's proven on soft tracks. The 3kg claim from Kiran Quilty is significant and he maps to get a perfect run from barrier 3.
Lady Damus has an excellent record at this track and distance with two wins from three attempts. She's proven on soft tracks and carries just 54.5kg. While her recent form isn't as strong as some others, she's dropping back in distance which should suit her early speed. The wide barrier is the main concern, but she has the tactical speed to overcome it.
Roth 'n' Bubble brings strong form into this race with a win last start at Mackay. She has an excellent record at this track and distance with two wins and two seconds from six attempts. The inside barrier and light weight after the claim are significant advantages. She's stepping up in class but has the form to be competitive.
Kitema brings a winning streak of three consecutive victories into this race. While he's yet to race at Townsville, he has the perfect barrier to overcome that inexperience. His recent form is excellent and he's proven on soft tracks.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Lady Damus | 6 | Wanderson D'Avila | S Massingham | 54.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 5 | Chartwell | 4 | Isabella Teh | Rhein Sewell | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Roth 'n' Bubble | 2 | McKenzie Apel | Graham R Hughes | 53kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Kitema | 1 | Chris Meehan | A R Bailey | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Win And Tonic | 3 | Kiran Quilty | Georgina Bourke | 55.5kg | $2.20 |
| Scr | 1 | Amnesty | 5 | S Massingham | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Toronado Rouge | 7 | Darryl Johnston | 58.5kg |
Go Getaboy brings the strongest credentials to this race with an excellent record on soft tracks and at this venue. While he's carrying top weight and drawn wide, his class edge should see him overcome these obstacles. His recent form has been inconsistent, but the drop back to 1000m should suit his running style.
Family Star is a consistent performer with an excellent record at this track. The 3kg claim brings his weight down to just 51.5kg which is a significant advantage. His last start 3rd at this track and distance shows he's in good form. While barrier 5 isn't ideal, his tactical speed should allow him to get into a good position. At 8 years old, he may not be at his peak, but his consistency makes him a solid chance.
King Jester has a good record at this track and distance with 2 wins and a place from 7 starts. The inside barrier and light weight after the claim are significant advantages. The removal of blinkers may help him settle better. His recent form has been inconsistent, but he's capable of bouncing back in this company. The gear change is the main query.
Under The Limit comes into this race off a last start win at Mackay over 1300m. While he's dropping back in distance, his soft track record is excellent with 3 wins from 9 starts. This is his first attempt at this track and distance, but his versatility suggests he should handle it.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Family Star | 5 | McKenzie Apel | Graham R Hughes | 51.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | King Jester | 2 | Nikki Olzard | Lachie Manzelmann | 52.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Go Getaboy | 6 | Ashley Butler | S J Royes | 60.5kg | $2.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Under The Limit | 4 | Chris Meehan | T Button | 54kg | $5.50 |
| Scr | 4 | Crowning Moment | 3 | F J Wieland | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Tycoon Beau | 1 | S Massingham | 54kg |
Castile has an excellent record at this track and distance with 3 wins and 2 seconds from 8 attempts. His soft track record is also impressive with 3 wins from 14 starts. The barrier draw is ideal and he should get a perfect run in transit. His last start win at this track and distance indicates he's ready to fire.
Finsceal comes into this race in excellent form with 2 wins from his last 3 starts, including a last start win at this track and distance. The inside barrier and light weight after the claim are significant advantages.
Strathcona brings strong recent form into this race with 3 wins from his last 5 starts. He has a good record at this track and has won at the distance. The inside barrier should allow him to get a good position in running. While he's stepping up in class, his recent form suggests he's ready for the challenge.
Early Thoughts has been racing consistently without winning and drops back from higher grade races. The main concern is his poor record on soft tracks.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Strathcona | 2 | Ms A Thomson | Megan Purvis | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Finsceal | 1 | Nikki Olzard | T Button | 52.5kg | $2.15 |
| 3rd | 1 | Castile | 3 | Ashley Butler | Matthew McGuire | 61kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Mystery 'n' Magic | 6 | Tyler Leslight | O Chillemi | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Early Thoughts | 5 | Graham Kliese | Julie Russell | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Olympic Korchnoi | 4 | Chris Meehan | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
Ignazio brings the strongest form credentials to this race with placings in his last two starts. While he's yet to race at Townsville, his adaptability to different tracks is a positive. The barrier draw is ideal and he should get a perfect run in transit.
Miss Comaneci has been racing consistently with a second and third placing at this track and distance. The 3kg claim brings her weight down to just 53kg which is a significant advantage. Her soft track form is solid and she's shown she handles this track well. While she's yet to win a race, her consistency makes her a solid chance.
The drop back to 1000m should suit, and the inside barrier gives her every chance to improve. The barrier draw is a significant advantage.
The gear changes (bubble cheeker and lugging bit) should help him settle better and the good barrier gives him every chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ignazio | 4 | Ashley Butler | William Kenning | 58kg | $1.40 |
| 2nd | 1 | Brave Eddy | 7 | Tyler Leslight | O Chillemi | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Chargin' | 3 | Wanderson D'Avila | Patrick McGuire | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Miss Comaneci | 5 | Nikki Olzard | Lachie Manzelmann | 53kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 6 | Mysterious Bay | 6 | Graham Kliese | Peter Cullen | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Outbid | 8 | Chris Meehan | Graham R Hughes | 58kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Seabee | 1 | McKenzie Apel | D K Amos | 53kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Sheez Brutaful | 2 | Denicious Smith | Ms L McCormack | 56kg | $101.00 |
Looming One brings the strongest form credentials to this race with six consecutive second placings. The perfect barrier draw gives him every chance to break through for a maiden win. His consistency is remarkable and he clearly has the ability to win. The main concern is whether he can overcome the mental barrier of having been beaten so many times when in winning positions.
Binghamton has been knocking on the door with four consecutive second placings. While the wide barrier is a concern, his class and experience should allow him to overcome it. He's proven at this track with two seconds from three starts and handles soft tracks well. The weight is the main negative, but his class edge should help him carry it.
Spring's Gift has a strong record at this track with three placings from nine starts. The good barrier draw gives her every chance and the weight relief is significant. While her recent form has been only moderate, she's proven at this track and distance and handles soft tracks well.
Torque Of Dreams brings strong recent form into this race with a second and third in her last two starts. The 3kg claim brings her weight down to just 51kg which is a significant advantage. While she's yet to race at Townsville, her adaptability to different tracks is a positive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Our Folly | 2 | Kiran Quilty | Graham R Hughes | 51.5kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Torque Of Dreams | 5 | Nikki Olzard | Lachie Manzelmann | 51kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 2 | Looming One | 1 | Aidan Holt | Rhein Sewell | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 5 | She's A Mission | 6 | McKenzie Apel | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 51.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Spring's Gift | 3 | Denicious Smith | Taylor Connor | 54kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Binghamton | 7 | Wanderson D'Avila | William Kenning | 60kg | $2.60 |
| 7th | 3 | Majestic Blaze | 8 | Chris Meehan | A G Malliff | 56.5kg | $91.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Sneaky Tay | 9 | Isabella Teh | Troy Clive | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Whata Bobbi Dazzla | 4 | Tyler Leslight | A G Malliff | 51kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Glad Rag Doll | 10 | L J Hatch | 54kg |
Sir Maximus brings the strongest credentials to this race with an excellent record at this track and distance. The wide barrier is a concern, but his class should help him overcome it.
Decrypting Gold brings strong recent form into this race with a second and third in his last two starts. The 3kg claim brings his weight down to just 54kg which is a significant advantage. While the wide barrier is a concern, his strong record at this track and distance gives him every chance.
Acclimatise has a perfect barrier draw which gives him every chance. The weight is the main negative, but his class edge should help him carry it.
Read 'em And Weep was impressive winning over this track and distance last start. The 3kg claim brings her weight down to just 54kg which is a significant advantage. While the wide barrier is a concern, her strong record at this track and distance gives her every chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Barmera | 1 | Ms A Thomson | Ms J Ryan | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Acclimatise | 2 | Ashley Butler | S J Royes | 60kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 5 | Kidston | 4 | Chris Meehan | William Kenning | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Read 'em And Weep | 8 | McKenzie Apel | Graham R Hughes | 54kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Craicaro | 5 | Graham Kliese | Peter Cullen | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Ilzoomya | 3 | Tyler Leslight | Ms S Royes | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Sir Maximus | 7 | Wanderson D'Avila | Matthew McGuire | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Elleves | 6 | Isabella Teh | Troy Clive | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Decrypting Gold | 9 | Kiran Quilty | Georgina Bourke | 54kg | $9.00 |
Threebrothers brings winning form into this race, having won impressively two starts back. The 3kg claim brings his weight down to just 54.5kg which is a significant advantage. While the wide barrier is a concern, his early speed should allow him to overcome it. With the scratching of The Hairdresser, he becomes our top selection.
Mishani Maverick brings strong recent form into this race with consecutive second placings. While the wide barrier and top weight are concerns, his class and consistency give him every chance. His ability to handle soft tracks is a positive, and his recent form suggests he's ready to win.
Margot Barbie has a perfect barrier draw which gives her every chance. Her strong record at this track and distance is a significant advantage, and the 3kg claim brings her weight down to just 54kg. While her last start was poor, her previous form at this track and distance suggests she can bounce back.
Lucky Rolla has a perfect barrier draw and gets in with just 52kg after the claim. His record at this track and distance is excellent, with a win and a placing from four starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Lucky Rolla | 1 | Tyler Leslight | A G Malliff | 52kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 1 | Mishani Maverick | 6 | Ashley Butler | D K Amos | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Threebrothers | 8 | McKenzie Apel | A R Bailey | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Snitzaroo | 3 | Graham Kliese | Stephen Bush | 60kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Ovoid | 5 | Wanderson D'Avila | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Margot Barbie | 2 | Kiran Quilty | Georgina Bourke | 54kg | $2.90 |
| 7th | 8 | Reemyya | 10 | Ms A Thomson | Ms J Ryan | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Arrogant Heart | 9 | Chris Meehan | K J McGuire | 55kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Premium Star | 11 | A G Malliff | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | The Hairdresser | 4 | Nikki Olzard | T Button | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Zara Dansait | 7 | Darryl Johnston | 54.5kg |
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