Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Sunday 16 March 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 9 races at Sunshine Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Lightly raced filly with strong form credentials. Won impressively at Ipswich two starts back and wasn't disgraced in open company last start. Top jockey/trainer combination and suited by the soft track conditions. Rates as the one to beat.
Progressive gelding coming off a maiden win at Lismore. Has strong soft track credentials and is building an impressive record. Drawn a touch awkwardly but has tactical speed to overcome it. Major player.
Consistent performer who drops back in class from open company. Has the benefit of barrier 2 and a jockey who knows him well. Will carry top weight but has shown he can handle it. Should be right in the finish.
Track specialist who won impressively last start over 1800m. The drop back to 1400m is the query but has placed at this track and distance previously.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Annie One Ready | 5 | Ryan Maloney | David Vandyke | 59kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | La Cometa | 7 | M R Du Plessis | S A Dwyer | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Sheraquay | 8 | Nikita Mc Lean | J W Mason | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Hamilton Brown | 2 | Luke Dempsey | D L Freedman | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Bold Blaze | 4 | Ms G Cartwright | G K Taylor | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Blind Desire | 3 | Jace McMurray | S B Laming | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Valley Of Owls | 9 | Tiffani Brooker | Ryan Tyrell | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Sand 'n' Power | 6 | Jaden Lloyd | S B Laming | 59.5kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Ain't Tellin | 1 | R Downey | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
Improving gelding who has shown good ability in recent starts. Placed 2nd last start at Gold Coast over this distance on soft ground. Has the early speed to overcome the wide barrier and should be right in the finish. Top selection.
Resuming from a spell after showing promise in first preparation with placings in Victoria. The wide barrier is the main concern but has the ability to overcome it.
Consistent performer who has been placed in 3 of his 5 starts. Has the benefit of barrier 3 and a top jockey. Has been racing well without winning and should be competitive again.
Promising gelding who ran 2nd on debut at Gympie. Has the advantage of a top jockey in Michael Rodd and a good barrier.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Encouraged | 11 | Ceejay Graham | D J Hansen | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 6 | Jimmyinthejungle | 6 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Adam Campton | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Colinton | 3 | Jaden Lloyd | Darren Bell | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Spellhound | 7 | Cody Collis | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 7 | Raging | 1 | Nikita Mc Lean | W P Nugent | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Reebar | 5 | Michael Rodd | T B Thomas | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Anacardium | 8 | Adam Sewell | G R Duncan | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Zouchase | 9 | Tiffani Brooker | Natalie McCall | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Daunting Instinct | 2 | P Hamblin | Malcolm Bailey | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Twopointfour | 10 | Madeleine Wishart | R Drysdale | 58kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Verbalize | 4 | S W Kendrick | 57kg |
Consistent filly who has placed in 2 of her 4 starts. Has good experience at this track and distance. Well drawn in barrier 4 and should get a perfect run. The one to beat in this maiden.
Consistent mare who has placed in 6 of her 7 starts. Coming off a good third last start at Gold Coast. Well drawn and has the services of a top jockey. Will be right in the finish.
Experienced mare who has been placed in 3 of her 10 starts. Has the advantage of barrier 1 and good track experience.
Drawn a bit awkwardly but has the advantage of being fresh and unknown.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Dazzling Diamond | 4 | Cody Collis | J L Johnston | 57kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | A Touch From Fayt | 11 | P Hamblin | Louise White | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Spring Bird | 10 | Montana Philpot | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Dashing Hope | 1 | Nikita Mc Lean | G R Duncan | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 13 | Frothsay | 12 | Michael Rodd | S A Dwyer | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Roxset | 6 | Gabrielle Semmens | J R Bayliss | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Pearl In Hay | 5 | Jaden Lloyd | Toby Edmonds & Stephen McLean | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Tinkertino | 13 | Minonette Kennedy | T N Miller | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Boom Flyer | 8 | Ms G Cartwright | Michael Morrison | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Elemiss | 3 | Jake Bayliss | G M Hay | 57kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | El Quinto | 7 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Morganite | 9 | T J Gollan | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Vesper Lynd | 15 | S A Dwyer | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Capital Beauty | 14 | Matthew Hoysted | 57kg | ||
| 14 | Neva Breeze | 2 | Samantha Collett | T P Bita | 57kg |
Consistent mare with excellent form credentials. Won impressively at this track and distance last start. Has the services of a top jockey and comes from a leading stable. Despite the wide barrier
Progressive gelding who won impressively last start. Has the advantage of barrier 1 and a top jockey. Will carry top weight but has shown he can handle it. Should get a perfect run from the inside gate and will be right in the finish.
Talented mare from the Gollan stable who won impressively two starts back. Has good tactical speed and should be able to overcome the middle barrier. Suited by the conditions and has a solid jockey aboard. Will be competitive.
Interesting runner who has shown ability when conditions suit. Well drawn in barrier 4 and has good early speed to put himself in a prominent position. Has won on heavy ground which suggests the soft track will suit.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Lady Lucifer | 9 | Michael Rodd | David Vandyke | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 11 | Riva D'amor | 3 | Dan Mc Gillivray | Leanne Hartley | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Crown Guinea | 5 | Montana Philpot | S W Kendrick | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Giliana | 7 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Zarippa | 8 | Ryan Maloney | T J Gollan | 59kg | $2.70 |
| 6th | 4 | Divine Gem | 14 | Nathan Thomas | Brendan Jones | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Roaring Success | 10 | Jake Bayliss | J R Bayliss | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Sidled | 6 | Madeleine Wishart | M J Lakey | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Ready To Ignite | 1 | Jimmy Byrne | S A Dwyer | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 10th | 9 | Our Drummer | 11 | Sean Cormack | T B Thomas | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 5 | Evasive Nature | 4 | Boris Thornton | Grant Allard | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Ashilla | 13 | Belinda Mair | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Hearts Are Racing | 12 | T J Gollan | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Star Anthem | 2 | M J Lakey | 54.5kg |
Progressive gelding with strong recent form. Has been racing consistently at this level with multiple placings. The wide barrier is a concern but has the tactical speed to overcome it.
Consistent mare with good tactical speed. Has the advantage of barrier 5 and a top jockey in Michael Rodd. Has been racing well at shorter distances and should appreciate the step up to 1800m. Will be right in the finish.
Experienced gelding with good track and distance credentials. Has the advantage of barrier 2 and a 3kg claim which brings his weight down to a competitive level. Has been racing consistently and should get a perfect run from the inside gate.
Improving mare who has been racing consistently. Well-weighted with just 54.5kg and has a solid jockey aboard. The barrier is a slight concern but has shown tactical versatility in previous starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Firebolt | 5 | Michael Rodd | D L Freedman | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Atlantic Royal | 9 | Jake Bayliss | P P Jenkins | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Pending | 13 | Ceejay Graham | Billy Healey | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Khant Quit | 11 | Nikita Mc Lean | Kerry Taplin | 60.5kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 1 | Hillcrest Avenue | 2 | Corey Sutherland | S W Kendrick | 59kg | $2.35 |
| 6th | 3 | Autunno | 14 | Jackson Murphy | Ruby Chatterton | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 11 | Dance Babe | 10 | Tiffani Brooker | Ryan Tyrell | 54.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Midnight Madness | 12 | Cody Collis | J L Johnston | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Kasear | 8 | Dale Smith | Neil Hocking | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Winston Blue | 4 | K H Zechner | Neil Hocking | 54kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Biker | 1 | Stephen Rundle | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Another Dazzler | 6 | Neil Hocking | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Eight Cylinders | 3 | T N Miller | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Patti Waggin | 7 | Peter Robl | 54kg |
Talented mare with an impressive win record. Has been racing consistently at this level with multiple placings. Carries top weight but has the class to overcome it.
Consistent gelding who has been racing well at this level. Has good tactical speed and should be able to overcome the wide barrier. Has been placed in 12 of 20 starts and is rarely far away. Will be right in the finish.
Experienced gelding with good track and distance credentials. Has the advantage of a 3kg claim which brings his weight down to a competitive level. Has been racing consistently and should get a good run from barrier 8.
Progressive gelding who has been racing in good form. Has won 6 of his 21 starts and is rarely far away. The wide barrier is a concern but has shown tactical versatility in previous starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Galifianakis | 3 | Jace McMurray | Jack Bruce | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Like Smoke | 1 | Tiffani Brooker | T B Thomas | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Hooks | 7 | Nikita Mc Lean | Kerry Taplin | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Liberty Steps | 8 | Corey Sutherland | Natalie McCall | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 3 | My Pins | 5 | Jaden Lloyd | S B Laming | 60.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Take A Picture | 10 | Ceejay Graham | P M Cox | 58kg | $1.85 |
| 7th | 5 | Pepperdine | 11 | Aidan Holt | L F Birchley | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Vivenzo | 9 | Cobi Vitler | Michael Morrison | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Mooloolaba | 2 | Boris Thornton | Georgina Bourke | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Singer Sargent | 4 | James Moore | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Divakara | 6 | S W Kendrick | 57.5kg |
Quality gelding from the Maher stable with an impressive record. Has been racing consistently at this level with multiple placings. The inside barrier is a significant advantage and has a top jockey aboard. Rates as the one to beat in this staying test.
Progressive gelding who has been racing in good form. Won last start over 1800m at this track and has a strong record at the distance. The wide barrier is a concern but has the tactical speed to overcome it. Will be right in the finish.
Improving gelding who has been racing consistently. Well-weighted with just 55kg and has shown good staying potential in recent starts. The wide barrier is a concern but should get a good run from there.
Consistent gelding who has been racing in good form. Has won 8 of his 40 starts and is rarely far away. Has been racing well at 2200m and should handle the step up to 2400m.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | El Jasor | 11 | Andrew Mallyon | K A Lees | 58.5kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 4 | Jack Duggan | 6 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | J C Deamer | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Roller Coaster | 2 | Michael Rodd | P L Shailer | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Bedford Square | 7 | T Marshall | Jack Bruce | 56.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Tappy's Lad | 4 | Nikita Mc Lean | Kerry Taplin | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Convener | 1 | Ryan Maloney | C Maher | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Nondisclosure | 12 | Emily Lang | Nick Walsh | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Youth Spirit | 5 | Cobi Vitler | Michael Morrison | 59kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Chassagne | 10 | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | The Claimant | 8 | Adam Campton | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Forum One | 9 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 52kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Flash Prince | 3 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 52kg |
Consistent gelding with a strong win record. Has been racing in good form with a win and placings in recent starts. The inside barrier is a significant advantage and should get a perfect run from gate 2.
Progressive gelding who has been racing consistently. Has good tactical speed and should get a nice run from barrier 5. Has been placed in 6 of 13 starts and is rarely far away. Will be right in the finish.
Consistent gelding with good recent form. Has the advantage of barrier 1 and a 3kg claim which brings his weight down to a competitive level. Has been racing consistently and should get a perfect run from the inside gate.
Progressive mare from the Neasham stable with consistent form. Well-weighted with 56.5kg and has a strong jockey aboard in Kyle Wilson-Taylor.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Summer Soiree | 7 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 7 | Becamo | 6 | Emily Lang | S A Dwyer | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Rideau | 2 | Nikita Mc Lean | D J Hansen | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Limero | 1 | Corey Sutherland | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Star Act | 3 | Jace McMurray | L F Birchley | 59.5kg | $3.60 |
| 6th | 17 | Chilliwack | 5 | Michael Rodd | Ms G Heinrich | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Under The Palais | 13 | Dan Mc Gillivray | Ruby Chatterton | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Deferential | 16 | Aidan Holt | J W Healy | 60.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 18 | Bloodhawke | 10 | Andrew Mallyon | C J Waller | 57kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 3 | New Hampshire | 18 | S W Kendrick | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | River Ribble | 4 | Ms G Heinrich | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Rylov | 19 | R H Dart | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Limahuli | 12 | Ben Hull | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Ma's Epic | 14 | Renita Beaton | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Palantus | 8 | Ms G Heinrich | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Rose Of Shiraz | 9 | Ms G Heinrich | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Missile One | 11 | Jack Bruce | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Oberoi Princess | 15 | Chris & Corey Munce | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Cattrall | 17 | S W Kendrick | 54.5kg |
Progressive mare from the Edmonds stable with strong recent form. Has been placed in 3 of her last 5 starts including a win and two seconds. Well-weighted with 57kg and has a good barrier draw. Her racing pattern suits this track and distance.
Improving gelding with excellent recent form including a win and multiple placings. Has shown good tactical speed and should get a nice run despite the wider barrier. Well-weighted with 56.5kg and has a good jockey aboard.
Consistent mare with good overall form. Has the advantage of barrier 6 and a strong jockey in Kyle Wilson-Taylor. From the Kendrick stable which has a good record at this track. Recent form has been mixed but has shown ability at this level previously.
Experienced mare with a good overall record. Has the services of top jockey Michael Rodd and has performed well at this track previously. Recent form has been mixed but has shown ability at this level.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 17 | Aquaholic | 9 | Cody Collis | S W Kendrick | 56.5kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 7 | Maltali | 13 | Dale Smith | Jason Edwards | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Cattrall | 6 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Herecomesantorini | 10 | M R Du Plessis | Taylah Mackinnon | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 18 | Darling Heart | 8 | S Rutledge | Darren Bell | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 3 | March As One | 4 | Boris Thornton | John Holcombe | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 14 | Mygirlgladys | 14 | Jackson Murphy | Ruby Chatterton | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Lion's Pride | 2 | Nikita Mc Lean | Chris & Corey Munce | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Echo Hunter | 7 | Michael Rodd | P P Jenkins | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 16 | Grandeur Rose | 16 | Ms G Cartwright | G M Hay | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Procyon Miss | 5 | Ceejay Graham | Toby Edmonds & Stephen McLean | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 12th | 19 | Star Anthem | 1 | Tiffani Brooker | M J Lakey | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Three Gongs | 17 | James Moore | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Mr Polar | 12 | Morgan Butler | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Rocky Rich | 11 | Pat W Webster | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Amnesia | 19 | Kurt Goldman | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Miss Sha Blue | 15 | G A Thornton | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Vocals | 3 | Ms K Purdy | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Guerrera | 18 | Richard Laming | 57.5kg |
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