Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Tuesday 13 May 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Rockhampton. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Exceptionally consistent mare with outstanding credentials at track/distance and proven soft track ability. Recent win was impressive and while carrying top weight, has demonstrated ability to handle similar weights. Ideally drawn and looks perfectly placed to continue winning form.
Progressive type who gets in very well at the weights and has shown ability in easier company. The break between runs is a significant query but previous performances suggest potential to measure up. Drawn to get good position in running.
Reliable performer who races well fresh and has solid track statistics. The lengthy break is a concern but gets in light and should get suitable run in transit. Place prospects look strongest but capable of featuring with right run.
While the class rise is significant, has tactical speed to put self in race and could surprise if maintains recent progress.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Power Of Katie | 1 | W G Satherley | J T Wigginton | 60kg | $2.30 |
| 2nd | 4 | Kai Mondo | 6 | McKenzie Apel | Tom Bourke | 51.5kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Invisible Target | 2 | Justin P Stanley | Rochelle Pereira | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Yes I''m Ugly | 3 | Ms K Lenton | William Kropp | 51kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Electric Brae | 5 | Nikki Olzard | J T Wigginton | 51kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Spitzberg | 4 | Raul Silvera Olivera | I P Prizeman | 55kg | $15.00 |
Brings strong Victorian form and should control race from forward position. The claim helps offset weight and has proven fresh ability.
Drops significantly in class and gets in well at weights. Inside draw ideal and strong rider booking suggests stable confidence. Main danger to favorite.
Lightly-raced improver showing promise. Gear changes suggest readiness and drawn to get good run. Strong stable/jockey combination but faces tougher opposition here. Place prospects.
Will get every chance from good draw and proven fresh performer.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Neptune Legend | 1 | Ms G Cartwright | Michael L Evans | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 2 | Villandry | 6 | Gabrielle Semmens | Krystle Johnston | 57.5kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 5 | Purposely | 5 | Justin Huxtable | P H Duncan | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 3 | Lonhanova | 3 | W G Satherley | K N Smyth | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 1 | Diamond Blade | 2 | Chris Mc Iver | Kevin Miller | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Hadmytime | 4 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Julieann Lancaster | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Powerchute | 7 | Tasha Chambers | Louise Poots | 59kg | $61.00 |
Most consistent runner in the field with strong recent form including a close second last start. Handles soft tracks well and draws perfectly in barrier 4. Ready to break through despite the weight.
Gets in light and handles soft tracks well.
Lightly raced filly showing steady improvement. Gets in light and has proven ability on soft tracks.
First time blinkers could spark improvement and gets a good run from barrier 2.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Alfa Dundee | 6 | Justin Huxtable | Stephen Kirkwood | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Remlap Kava | 4 | Ashley Butler | J H Manzelmann | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 3 | Rum Rumble | 2 | Ryan Wiggins | Ben Ahrens | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Sunshine Sally | 5 | Ms K Lenton | M A Kropp | 53kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Badlifedecision | 7 | Brooke Johnson | Ms Z Hohn | 53kg | $3.40 |
| 6th | 6 | Mishani Amore | 1 | Chris Mc Iver | Tracy Simmons | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Set For Life | 3 | Tasha Chambers | Tasha Chambers | 58kg | $12.00 |
Track specialist who looks perfectly placed with key gear changes and weight relief. Drawn to get ideal run behind likely strong tempo. Strong trainer/jockey combination and excellent track/distance statistics suggest ready to bounce back to best form.
Consistent galloper coming off strong last-start victory. Has tactical speed to overcome wider draw and proven soft track performer. Form through stronger races adds merit but slight concern about weight rise.
Consistent performer with good track statistics who gets in well at the weights. Still has claims but others offer better value.
Gets major weight relief and perfect barrier draw suggests can improve sharply.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Diddley Squat | 7 | Justin P Stanley | Clinton Taylor | 54kg | $2.15 |
| 2nd | 1 | Media Empire | 1 | Jackson Murphy | Jason Morgan | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Moenave | 6 | Justin Huxtable | Sileas Green | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Doubting Eye | 2 | W G Satherley | Jason Morgan | 54kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 3 | Svindal | 4 | Raul Silvera Olivera | I P Prizeman | 54kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Dragon''s Snip | 3 | Sileas Green | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Canny Be Better | 5 | Nikki Olzard | Sileas Green | 51kg |
Reliable galloper with excellent credentials at track and distance. Despite wide draw, has tactical speed to overcome barrier and proven ability to handle conditions. Well weighted relative to achievements and should get perfect run just off pace.
Progressive type coming off strong last start win. Well drawn to get ideal run and proven ability on soft tracks. Gets in well at weights and should be suited by likely strong tempo. Main danger to top selection if handles class rise.
Consistent performer who rarely runs poorly. Has good record at track and proven ability in similar conditions. Well weighted and should get nice run with cover midfield. Place prospects look strong if gets clear running in straight.
Gets significant weight relief and drawn to get good run.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Affinity Flyer | 5 | Justin Huxtable | Stephen Kirkwood | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 11 | Husson''s Revenge | 4 | Jackson Murphy | Rochelle Pereira | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Itza Motza | 6 | S W Kendrick | 57.5kg | $3.70 | |
| 4th | 6 | Treasurer | 1 | Ms G Cartwright | Mark Renehan | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 8 | The Last Saga | 2 | W G Satherley | A R Jenkinson | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Connewarre | 8 | Ms K Lenton | M A Kropp | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 10 | Atomic Selfie | 7 | Justin P Stanley | Ben Ahrens | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 4 | City Playboy | 3 | Ashley Butler | Nick Walsh | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Zoffany''s Gaze | 11 | Raul Silvera Olivera | Ms L Horstman | 59kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Dwindling Spirit | 10 | Gabrielle Semmens | Damien Rideout | 58kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Parade Ground | 9 | McKenzie Apel | Ricky Vale | 60kg |
Reliable performer who maps to get perfect run from barrier 3. Recent form is strong and Ashley Butler booking significant. Has proven adaptable to all conditions and should get perfect trailing position behind likely strong tempo. Well weighted after recent performances.
Fresh specialist with proven wet track ability and strong rider engagement. While barrier is awkward, racing pattern and likely tempo should allow positive position. Has performed well at this level previously and fresh form a big positive.
Progressive type showing excellent recent form and gets in well at weights. Main query is limited experience at this level but raw ability suggests can measure up.
Gets in very well at weights after claim and drawn to get good run. Recent form showing improvement and strong rider engagement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Northumbria | 4 | Justin Huxtable | K N Smyth | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Determination | 7 | McKenzie Apel | Ricky Vale | 56.5kg | $2.35 |
| 3rd | 11 | Our Heart Throb | 5 | Ms G Cartwright | Tim Cook | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Boom Court | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | Indiana Turner | 62.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Lets Dance Jandy | 9 | Ms K Lenton | M A Kropp | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Big Shooter | 6 | Chris Mc Iver | Ryan Ibbotson | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Quartershare | 3 | Ashley Butler | Tony Potter | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 3 | Santorini Summer | 2 | Tasha Chambers | Alan Joseph Jones | 61kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 8 | Merlomann | 11 | Gabrielle Semmens | Krystle Johnston | 56.5kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 10 | King Ale | 8 | Raul Silvera Olivera | F E Smith | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Daunting Lady | 10 | Justin P Stanley | L D Wanless | 56kg |
Perfectly drawn runner who gets significant weight relief and maps to get ideal run. Recent form solid including strong 2nd last start. Handles soft tracks well and should be able to settle midfield from barrier 1. Class rise offset by weight advantage and consistent form pattern.
Consistent galloper coming off strong win at similar trip. Wide barrier a concern but has tactical speed to overcome.
Mare with solid credentials including track success and consistent recent form. Gets weight relief through claim and good draw helps. Main query is class rise but offset by consistency and ability to handle conditions. Should get good run in transit.
Mare who gets in very light and has shown ability on soft tracks.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Whatjeudoin'' | 1 | Ms K Lenton | M A Kropp | 54.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 11 | Milagro | 6 | Jackson Murphy | Rochelle Pereira | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Touchofclass | 5 | Justin P Stanley | P H Duncan | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Uncle Bud | 8 | Justin Huxtable | Stephen Kirkwood | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Craiglea La Vie | 3 | Gabrielle Semmens | Krystle Johnston | 57.5kg | $3.10 |
| 6th | 10 | Saddles | 9 | Chris Mc Iver | Ms L Horstman | 54.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Bo Bo Beware | 11 | Brooke Johnson | Ms Z Hohn | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Enterprise Phoenix | 7 | Ms G Cartwright | Tim Cook | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Money Man | 10 | W G Satherley | K N Smyth | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Jupitus | 2 | Ryan Wiggins | Ricky Vale | 63.5kg | |
| Scr | 2 | I Say Boom | 12 | Nikki Olzard | Ms M Skillington | 58kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Pauli | 4 | Raul Silvera Olivera | L D Wanless | 54kg |
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