★ Top pick2nd
7Varejao
Last start 3rd in stronger company very encouraging. Gets gun run from barrier 3 with top jockey and should be ready to peak second-up. Clear class edge on most rivals.
Queensland · Sunday 18 May 2025
Sunshine Coast Polytrack tips and results
Our top pick won 5 of 8 races at Sunshine Coast Polytrack. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
Top pick won5/863%
Any tip won6/875%
Top pick placed6/875%
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Ended Mdn Plate
12:14 local1000mMaiden$3,000,011,680,025,300,300,000,000,000,000
Winner1. Bourbon CountySP $1.65
2nd pick4th
8Angel''s Trumpet
Consistent performer with strong track experience and excellent recent form. Last start second shows ready to win and gets perfect run from barrier. Weight advantage and Dale Smith booking positive factors. Main query is if tempo will be strong enough.
3rd pickWon
1Bourbon County
Drawn to get good run and likely leader.
Value pick5th
4Pride Of Nashville
Distance suits and stable can improve them.
- 1st1Bourbon CountyMichael Rodd$1.65
- 2nd7VarejaoKyle Wilson-Taylor$3.70
- 3rd5Secret ScoutAngela Jones$8.00
- 4th8Angel''s TrumpetDale Smith$8.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Bourbon County | 6 | Michael Rodd | D L Freedman | 58kg | $1.65 |
| 2nd | 7 | Varejao | 3 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 5 | Secret Scout | 8 | Angela Jones | Billy Healey | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Angel''s Trumpet | 4 | Dale Smith | Belinda Mair | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Pride Of Nashville | 7 | P Hamblin | B C Gill | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Happy Coffee | 1 | B Lerena | James Moore | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Halfachance | 9 | Jai Williams | Ben Hull | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Trail Boss | 2 | Luke Tarrant | G M Hay | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Early Edition | 5 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Billy Healey | 58kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Haniel | 10 | D J Hansen | 56kg |
Change Exchange Mdn Plate
12:54 local1600mMaiden$3,000,011,680,025,300,300,000,000,000,000
Winner3. Galaxy SunsetSP $21.00
★ Top pick4th
8Under Arrest
Progressive 2YO showing strong ability in both starts including excellent 2nd last start. Gets weight relief and maps to get perfect run. The step up in distance looks ideal based on racing pattern and breeding.
2nd pick2nd
4Prefer To Dance
Consistent type with strong staying credentials. Maps to get good run from barrier and should be strong late. Main danger to favorite but needs to overcome 52-day break. Stable knows how to prepare them.
3rd pick3rd
1Missile Away
Consistent type who should get perfect run from barrier. Form reads better than it looks and should be ready to peak.
Value pick5th
5Shubman
Lightly-raced type who could improve sharply. Gets all favors from good draw and weight relief.
- 1st3Galaxy SunsetJai Williams$21.00
- 2nd4Prefer To DanceB Lerena$2.25
- 3rd1Missile AwayLuke Dempsey$4.60
- 4th8Under ArrestDamien Thornton$2.40
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Galaxy Sunset | 1 | Jai Williams | Ms G Gauci-Marchant | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Prefer To Dance | 5 | B Lerena | James Moore | 58kg | $2.25 |
| 3rd | 1 | Missile Away | 4 | Luke Dempsey | Belinda Mair | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 8 | Under Arrest | 7 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 56.5kg | $2.40 |
| 5th | 5 | Shubman | 2 | P Hamblin | B C Gill | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Elemiss | 6 | Luke Tarrant | G M Hay | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Arlo''s Love | 9 | Zac Sprie | Kay O''Neill | 53.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Mummification | 8 | Brendan Newport | Brendon Newport | 58.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Reel Graceful | 3 | Lili Park | 56.5kg |
Civil Scapes Mdn Plate
13:34 local1100mMaiden$3,000,011,680,025,300,300,000,000,000,000
Winner12. Brodies VoyageSP $6.50
★ Top pick8th
7Jidayubori
Well-weighted and drawn to get ideal run from barrier 10. Recent form suggests ready to peak and the step up to 1100m looks ideal.
2nd pick2nd
6Equine Art
Consistent performer with strong recent form and well-positioned from barrier 6. Should get ideal run in transit and has shown enough tactical speed to be competitive. Main query is synthetic surface.
3rd pick11th
2Brave Cowboy Bill
Consistent type with good tactical speed and proven form around this level. Wide barrier is a concern but has shown ability to overcome similar draws.
Value pick6th
5Chiaro Di Luna
Gets significant weight relief and likely to be suited by predicted strong tempo.
- 1st12Brodies VoyageSean Cormack$6.50
- 2nd6Equine ArtLuke Dempsey$4.00
- 3rd3He Is The KissB Lerena$31.00
- 4th13Scottville Scooter$26.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Brodies Voyage | 4 | Sean Cormack | Mark Galloway | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Equine Art | 6 | Luke Dempsey | B J Lockwood | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | He Is The Kiss | 2 | B Lerena | Allan Chau | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Scottville Scooter | 15 | D J Hansen | 56kg | $26.00 | |
| 5th | 1 | Bit Of Grunt | 1 | Adam Sewell | G R Duncan | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Chiaro Di Luna | 9 | Montana Philpot | Louie Peoples | 54.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 16 | Rubos | 8 | Luke Tarrant | T N Miller | 58.5kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Jidayubori | 10 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Ben Ahrens | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Bloods A Rushin'' | 5 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 10th | 10 | Stanage Bay | 3 | Adam Spinks | S A Dwyer | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Brave Cowboy Bill | 14 | Ryan Maloney | Ms O Cairns | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 4 | Upturn | 16 | Adam Campton | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Overtern | 13 | Belinda Mair | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Southbrook Flyer | 12 | Dan Mc Gillivray | M J Lakey | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Happy Coffee | 11 | James Moore | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Mummification | 7 | Brendon Newport | 58.5kg |
Metsure Insurance Brokers (Bm68)
14:14 local1100mBenchmark 68$2,800,011,560,024,800,300,000,000,000,000
Winner4. King YoshiSP $3.00
★ Top pickWon
4King Yoshi
Progressive gelding dropping sharply in class after strong performances in higher grades. Well-weighted and maps to get ideal run just off pace. Clear top selection.
2nd pick3rd
9Limero
Consistent performer who has been racing well in similar company. Maps to get good cover midfield and should be strong late. Main danger to top pick.
3rd pick8th
5Ruby Chicks
Mare with good fresh record drawn to get perfect run from barrier 1. Recent trial suggesting readiness and proven at this level. Question mark on synthetic surface but has tactical speed to overcome.
Value pick6th
6Ultimate Outcome
Fresh specialist who performs well on synthetic tracks. Significant weight relief and drawn to get cover midfield. While coming off long break, stable knows how to prepare them fresh.
- 1st4King YoshiAngela Jones$3.00
- 2nd8Dare To ShareP Hamblin$19.00
- 3rd9LimeroKyle Wilson-Taylor$3.80
- 4th10KavakM R Du Plessis$10.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | King Yoshi | 9 | Angela Jones | Billy Healey | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Dare To Share | 11 | P Hamblin | Malcolm Bailey | 59kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Limero | 10 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 59kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 10 | Kavak | 2 | M R Du Plessis | Ryan Tyrell | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Whiskey Dancer | 4 | B Lerena | D L Freedman | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Ultimate Outcome | 7 | B Wheeler | S W Kendrick | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Bulsara | 5 | Fional Sandkuhl | Michael Marsh | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Ruby Chicks | 1 | Rob Thorburn | G R Duncan | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 2 | Little Town Blues | 3 | Brendan Newport | Brendon Newport | 61.5kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 1 | I Am Voodoo | 8 | R H Dart | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | King Spirit | 6 | S W Kendrick | 60kg |
QTCH Mdn Plate
14:54 local1400mMaiden$3,000,011,680,025,300,300,000,000,000,000
Winner4. ParoSP $4.40
★ Top pickWon
4Paro
Progressive type showing strong consistency with multiple placings. Well suited by likely strong tempo and has tactical versatility. Drawn to get good cover and finish strongly.
2nd pick7th
9Pee Bee Noir
Lightly raced improver coming off encouraging performance. Should get perfect trail behind speed and prove hard to hold out.
3rd pick3rd
2Just Walter
Consistent type who has been knocking on the door. Gets perfect run from good draw and stable in strong form. Distance slight query but racing like will appreciate step up in trip.
Value pick6th
8Kobability
Gets good run from barrier and strong jockey booking suggests stable confidence. Distance looks ideal and gear changes could spark improvement.
- 1st4ParoLuke Dempsey$4.40
- 2nd14Double Whammy$51.00
- 3rd2Just WalterAnthony Allen$3.70
- 4th11Totally UnderratedB Wheeler$17.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Paro | 13 | Luke Dempsey | B J Lockwood | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 14 | Double Whammy | 4 | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $51.00 | |
| 3rd | 2 | Just Walter | 2 | Anthony Allen | Jimmy Downes | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 11 | Totally Underrated | 14 | B Wheeler | J C Smerdon | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Senorita Zeta | 5 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Kobability | 3 | R Dolan | Ms O Cairns | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Pee Bee Noir | 1 | M R Du Plessis | P & W Hulbert | 56kg | $2.50 |
| 8th | 15 | Heyhey It''s Jayjay | 6 | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $81.00 | |
| 9th | 12 | Vivid Encounter | 18 | D J Hansen | 56kg | $18.00 | |
| 10th | 16 | A Bit Dusty | 8 | Corey Sutherland | G R Duncan | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Arodasi | 9 | Rob Thorburn | G R Duncan | 56kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Gas Brigade | 16 | R L Heathcote | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Northern Eagle | 17 | Justin Huxtable | Chris & Corey Munce | 58kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Prefer To Dance | 15 | James Moore | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Sammaan City | 12 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | Jack Bruce | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Snow Show | 11 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 58kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Shubman | 10 | B C Gill | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Rippington | 7 | C J Waller | 58kg |
Coastline BMW (Bm55)
15:30 local1100mBenchmark 55$2,800,011,560,024,800,300,000,000,000,000
Winner2. Sir MauriceSP $3.80
★ Top pickWon
2Sir Maurice
Progressive type with strong synthetic track credentials who maps to get perfect run just off strong tempo. Proven ability to handle track surface a significant advantage.
2nd pick2nd
1Integrity Lane
Previous synthetic track winner who performs well fresh and draws to get ideal run behind speed. Despite top weight, has class edge on most and should be strong late with good first-up record suggesting fitness won't be an issue.
3rd pick9th
5Circle Of Love
Lightly raced filly with upside who gets in well at weights and should get good run midfield. While synthetic track experience is limited, has shown ability to handle all surfaces and stable in good form.
Value pick4th
7Ashilla
Mare with strong place credentials who maps to get good run from inside draw.
- 1st2Sir MauriceMontana Philpot$3.80
- 2nd1Integrity LaneCorey Sutherland$6.00
- 3rd9Revitup CharlieMichael Rodd$11.00
- 4th7AshillaMinonette Kennedy$12.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Sir Maurice | 13 | Montana Philpot | Jack Bruce | 59.5kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | Integrity Lane | 11 | Corey Sutherland | J W Healy | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Revitup Charlie | 15 | Michael Rodd | T B Thomas | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Ashilla | 4 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Cailin Alainn | 3 | Tiffani Brooker | Louie Peoples | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Riva D''amor | 7 | Dan Mc Gillivray | Leanne Hartley | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 13 | Victory Statement | 6 | Luke Tarrant | T N Miller | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Exposition | 12 | B Lerena | Allan Chau | 61kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Circle Of Love | 8 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Mr Polar | 10 | Ryan Maloney | Morgan Butler | 60kg | $4.20 |
| 11th | 10 | Gus The Bus | 2 | Zac Sprie | Ms K Brewster | 54kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Albion Square | 1 | B A Gentle | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Tapis Magique | 14 | J A Gilmore | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Velvet | 5 | J P Wallace | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | My One | 9 | Michael Laine | 54kg |
RM Developments (Bm68)
16:15 local1400mBenchmark 68$2,800,011,560,024,800,300,000,000,000,000
Winner6. MayneSP $2.70
★ Top pickWon
6Mayne
Lightly-raced improver dropping significantly in class after competing in Listed grade. The step to 1400m looks ideal and gets in well at the weights. Clear top selection.
2nd pick5th
2Italian Riviera
Talented galloper with proven synthetic track ability and excellent fresh record. Maps to find the lead despite wide gate and has class edge on most. The weight is a query but has earned it through consistent performances.
3rd pick4th
9Becamo
Reliable performer who rarely runs a bad race. Gets perfect run from good draw and proven at track/distance. Quick backup from solid run last start is a positive but faces slightly stronger company here.
Value pick2nd
5Warrant
Will get perfect run from barrier 1 and comes off strong recent win. The synthetic surface is unknown but breeding suggests will handle it.
- 1st6MayneRyan Maloney$2.70
- 2nd5WarrantMichael Rodd$19.00
- 3rd10Out Of AcesKyle Wilson-Taylor$5.50
- 4th9BecamoTiffani Brooker$3.10
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Mayne | 5 | Ryan Maloney | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 5 | Warrant | 1 | Michael Rodd | David Vandyke | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Out Of Aces | 2 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Becamo | 6 | Tiffani Brooker | S A Dwyer | 57kg | $3.10 |
| 5th | 2 | Italian Riviera | 15 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 60kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 18 | Whistling Spirit | 14 | Ryan Tyrell | 55.5kg | $41.00 | |
| 7th | 11 | Opito Ballerina | 4 | M R Du Plessis | Renita Beaton | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Torque Leica Star | 17 | B Wheeler | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Phoenix Flyer | 12 | Brendan Newport | Brendon Newport | 56kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Hulkamania | 16 | Adam Campton | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | The Cullinan | 10 | B J Dais | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | All''s Fair | 11 | Jai Williams | Ben Hull | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Ambassadors | 7 | Angela Jones | Jack Bruce | 57kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Teesandcees Apply | 18 | R L Heathcote | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Yes To Excess | 8 | Renita Beaton | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Charming Nic | 3 | T & C McEvoy | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Cluster''s Rein | 9 | Ms K Stabe | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Mingardos | 13 | Ryan Tyrell | 55.5kg |
Sunshine Coast Civil (Bm55)
16:50 local1400mBenchmark 55$2,800,011,560,024,800,300,000,000,000,000
Winner1. Charming NicSP $1.28
★ Top pickWon
1Charming Nic
Progressive 3yo who has shown strong ability in better grade races. Gets an ideal run from barrier 3 and maps to settle handy in a truly run race. The synthetic surface is the query but has the class edge on these rivals.
2nd pick2nd
11Kettlebell
Gets significant weight relief and should get an economical run from barrier 2. Ready to peak third-up and looks well placed to run a strong race.
3rd pick10th
3Chaparral Chase
Consistent type who has been racing well in similar company. Gets in well at the weights and has shown ability to handle all track conditions. The wide barrier is a concern but has tactical speed to overcome it.
Value pick8th
10War Too All
Will appreciate a genuine tempo and tends to run well fresh.
- 1st1Charming NicM R Du Plessis$1.28
- 2nd11KettlebellDale Smith$5.50
- 3rd14Set AblazeMinonette Kennedy$51.00
- 4th17Step On Fire$31.00
- 4th18Astern VillaAdam Sewell$91.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Charming Nic | 3 | M R Du Plessis | T & C McEvoy | 63kg | $1.28 |
| 2nd | 11 | Kettlebell | 2 | Dale Smith | Belinda Mair | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 14 | Set Ablaze | 5 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 17 | Step On Fire | 1 | G Sitek | 58.5kg | $31.00 | |
| 4th | 18 | Astern Villa | 18 | Adam Sewell | J L Johnston | 58kg | $91.00 |
| 6th | 6 | State A Fact | 13 | Tiffani Brooker | T J Hurley | 61kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Neoclassicism | 10 | B Lerena | Allan Chau | 61kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 10 | War Too All | 7 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | T B Thomas | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Zattastar | 16 | Montana Philpot | Jack Bruce | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Chaparral Chase | 11 | Corey Sutherland | J W Mason | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Cluster''s Rein | 17 | Cobi Vitler | Ms K Stabe | 60.5kg | $61.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Rhodes | 6 | Rob Thorburn | P & W Hulbert | 57kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Yes To Excess | 19 | Renita Beaton | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Under The Palais | 20 | Ruby Chatterton | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Paballo | 21 | James Moore | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Lip Smacker | 15 | D L Freedman | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Victory Statement | 14 | T N Miller | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Maple Door | 8 | Adin Thompson | Jimmy Downes | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 19 | Star Anthem | 12 | M J Lakey | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Half Moon Roo | 4 | J L Johnston | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 21 | Lovezeladys | 9 | T N Miller | 55.5kg |
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