Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Wednesday 28 May 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Sale. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Phillip Stokes-trained debutant with key gear additions suggesting professional preparation. The stable has strong strike rate with juveniles at provincial level. Drawn to get perfect midfield position in moderately run race. Joe Bowditch booking a positive.
Danny O'Brien-trained filly with perfect barrier draw and gear suggesting readiness. The stable rarely runs horses without expectation and Billy Egan is a strong booking. Should get every chance from good gate.
Showed ability running third on debut in stronger company at Caulfield. Wide gate a concern but has tactical speed to overcome. Natural improvement expected.
Comprehensive gear changes suggest professional preparation. Jordan Childs a strong booking and stable knows how to ready a provincial winner.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ground Control | 9 | Joe Bowditch | P Stokes | 58kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 2 | Burlington Arcade | 1 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 13 | Serinda | 5 | Billy Egan | D T O''Brien | 56kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 9 | Fierce ''n Fabulous | 3 | Luke Cartwright | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Bivtonic | 4 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Master Zous | 8 | Koby Jennings | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Rousley | 6 | Jacob Noonan | Jason Warren | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Night Flower | 7 | Jett Stanley | Dominic Sutton | 56kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Hotspur Reale | 13 | Brian McGrath | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Millennium Blade | 12 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Winsilence | 10 | Jordan Childs | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Yolo | 11 | Ben Allen | C Maher | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Missy Aggravation | 2 | Liam Riordan | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 56kg |
Well-bred filly from leading Freedman stable who has shown strong ability in city maidens. Gets perfect inside draw with top jockey and should get ideal run behind likely leaders. Second-up form suggests natural improvement and city form references look superior to provincial rivals.
Promising Zoustar filly who caught the eye on debut at Ballarat. Gets good draw to settle midfield and should appreciate this trip. Maher stable going well and Nugent booking suggests confidence. Main danger to top pick.
Showed good natural speed on debut and likely to roll forward from good draw. Should improve naturally and gets strong rider in Mertens. Will give good sight but may be vulnerable late to stronger finishers.
Consistent type from Hayes yard who has been racing well without winning. Fresh run should suit and will appreciate likely strong tempo. Drawn wide but should be running on strongly late.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Duchess Zou | 2 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 57.5kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Rhia | 1 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 57.5kg | $1.65 |
| 3rd | 9 | Groove Jet | 6 | Jordan Childs | D T O''Brien | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Thank God I Gothim | 9 | Jason Maskiell | Andrew Perdon | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Alesund | 3 | Jacob Noonan | Ms R Kelly | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Elite Pete | 8 | Adam Mc Cabe | Ms S Trolove | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Ahrkaye | 5 | Sheridan Clarke | Ms M Murray | 56kg | $301.00 |
| 8th | 6 | After Sunset | 11 | Luke Cartwright | Mark C Webb | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Animal | 7 | Beau Mertens | Ms N Burke | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Country Blues | 12 | Koby Jennings | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Rambling | 10 | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Sedna | 4 | Ben Allen | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57.5kg |
Filly showing steady improvement and was excellent when second here last start. Gets conditions to suit and should be strong late. The Ben Allen/Harnett combination going well and she maps to get good cover midfield.
Lightly-raced gelding showing good progression through grades. The Busuttin/Young stable excelling with this type and Jamie Mott booking a positive. Maps to get good run with cover and should be strong late.
Progressive gelding showing strong form through similar races. Last start second suggests ready to peak third-up. Gets the services of J McNeil and maps to get a good run despite wide gate. The C Waller polish and natural improvement make him the clear top selection.
Mare with some ability who gets significant weight relief and should appreciate return to this trip. The Zahra stable can improve them quickly and she maps to get good cover midfield.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Tabor | 11 | Jamie Mott | T Busuttin & N Young | 59.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 6 | Neck High | 2 | Jason Maskiell | Andrew Perdon | 59.5kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Not So Common | 1 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 11 | Mayeki | 7 | Ryan Houston | Simon Zahra | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Stella Cantante | 10 | Ben Allen | N J Harnett | 57.5kg | $2.80 |
| 6th | 1 | Among The Trees | 5 | Teodore Nugent | Christine Sexton | 59.5kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Grey Sabre | 8 | Joe Bowditch | D M Noonan | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Windy Peak | 9 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Discobay | 14 | Sally Wynne | Adam Hanley | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Norma''s Fleet | 3 | Sheridan Clarke | Kerry Farrugia | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Catch A Break | 6 | Beau Treloar | Matthew Brown | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Mori Yoshinari | 4 | Adam Mc Cabe | Ms A Bence | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 13th | 4 | Marquisard | 13 | Paul Gatt | Phillip Cafarella | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Tassron | 12 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 59.5kg |
Gets all the favors from barrier 1 with Billy Egan aboard and receives a nice weight advantage against the males. The Payne stable excels with this type and natural improvement expected second-up.
First starter from the powerful Freedman yard with Jye McNeil booked to ride. The stable rarely debuts runners without confidence and gear additions suggest professional preparation.
The gear suggests professional preparation and Jordan Childs is a significant jockey booking. Likely to show natural speed and be competitive.
Well drawn to get a good run and experienced at both track and distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Flag Flyer | 2 | Logan Bates | G Eurell | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Yes I Know | 11 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Nunniong | 3 | Jason Maskiell | Andrew Perdon | 59.5kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Royston | 9 | Jordan Childs | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 9 | Amberina | 8 | Joe Bowditch | Susie Wells | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Just Alf | 10 | Jacob Noonan | W J Wood | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Delta Moon | 7 | Beau Mertens | Ms R Kelly | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Princess Mess | 1 | Billy Egan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57.5kg | $2.70 |
| 9th | 12 | Ryokans | 5 | Sally Wynne | Adam Hanley | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Shintaro Samurai | 6 | Adam Mc Cabe | Dennis Julius | 59.5kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Brother Quickie | 4 | Koby Jennings | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Builtthiscity | 12 | Teodore Nugent | D J Walkley | 59.5kg |
Lightly raced mare with strong fresh statistics returns well weighted after showing good ability in limited starts. Maps to get perfect run behind pace and Ben Allen booking suggests stable confidence. The 1400m suits fresh and she appears well handicapped.
Consistent galloper who maps to get a lovely run on pace from the inside draw. Has strong form on soft tracks and Billy Egan knows him well. The weight is a query but he's proven at this level and should give a good sight.
Progressive mare who has been racing well in slightly easier grade. The wide draw is offset by her tactical versatility and she gets in well at the weights.
Lightly raced improver coming off a strong maiden win. Gets in well at the weights and Jamie Mott's decision to stick is significant.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Varane | 2 | Billy Egan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 61kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 10 | Gracious Diva | 1 | Sally Wynne | Susie Wells | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | I''m Dynamite | 6 | Teodore Nugent | Susie Wells | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Tournelle | 5 | Ben Allen | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $2.35 |
| 5th | 3 | Grand Sage | 7 | Joe Bowditch | R C Manning | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Nebuchadnezzar | 8 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Satin Image | 11 | Paul Gatt | Ms H Stephens | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Shooter Mcgavin | 9 | Jason Maskiell | Paul & Tracey Templeton | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Pardon My French | 12 | Ms D Keane | C Maher | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Peppino | 4 | Tianni Chapman | D J Walkley | 51kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 2 | A Dublin Lad | 3 | Jett Stanley | T Busuttin & N Young | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | La Casona | 13 | Luke Cartwright | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Marbastion | 10 | Michael Huglin | 57kg |
Gets in well at the weights and maps to get perfect run behind likely strong tempo. Recent form suggests ready to peak and has tactical versatility to adapt to race shape.
Reliable galloper with strong record at this trip. Will need luck from wide gate but has tactical speed to overcome draw. Weight is a concern but class factor compensates and should be strong late.
Lightly raced improver drawn to get perfect run. Jamie Mott booking suggests stable confidence and should get every chance from good draw. Progressive profile suggests more to come.
Mare with strong fresh record and excellent jockey booking. Maps to get good run from inside draw and has shown ability to sprint well fresh.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Pano''s Pride | 10 | Luke Cartwright | D Binaisse | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Sioux Spirit | 12 | Logan Bates | Jerome Hunter | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | A Hidden Treasure | 2 | Craig Newitt | D C Harrison | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 15 | Juice Box | 8 | Sage Duric | Ms R Kelly | 53kg | $91.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Tophet | 5 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Bonnie Amore | 4 | Jordan Childs | G Eurell | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 7 | Mamuno | 3 | Jacob Noonan | C I Brown | 58.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Friendzoned | 9 | Paul Gatt | Jason Warren | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Master Of Chant | 6 | Rose Hammond | R C Manning | 53.5kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Sotomayor | 7 | Jye Mc Neil | M M Laurie | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Symphony Of Colour | 11 | Billy Egan | Dominic Sutton | 60kg | $6.50 |
| 12th | 14 | I''m Cheeky | 1 | Tianni Chapman | W J Wood | 51kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Jungle Sensation | 13 | Ms D Keane | Richard Laming | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Weapon Clear | 14 | Teodore Nugent | D Binaisse | 58kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Over The Stars | 15 | Mr M Aitken | Henry Dwyer | 56.5kg |
Gets in well at the weights and maps to get perfect midfield position. The Maher stable excelling with this type and strong jockey booking suggests readiness.
Mare with strong fresh record and proven ability on softer tracks. Maps to get perfect run from barrier 5 and stable has prepared specifically for this. Billy Egan booking a strong push.
Reliable performer who maps to get perfect run from inside draw. Strong record at track/distance and well weighted. Maskiell rides well and should give horse every chance from good draw.
Mare with strong fresh record who looks well placed dropping in class. Light weight and strong stable form suggests ready to run well fresh.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Sacred Rocks | 10 | C Maher | 58kg | $1.85 | |
| 2nd | 7 | Walk Of Fame | 5 | Billy Egan | D T O''Brien | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Tarzi Calling | 6 | Emily Pozman | Michael Huglin | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Social Conscience | 1 | Jason Maskiell | Craig Blackshaw | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Don''t Russia | 7 | Craig Newitt | Craig Blackshaw | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Game As Ned | 8 | Jacob Noonan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 10 | The Marg Factor | 2 | Ben Allen | Peter Gelagotis | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Bob The Horse | 9 | Sheridan Clarke | J F Moloney | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Box Vale | 14 | Sage Duric | Kerry Farrugia | 51kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Always Hapi | 13 | Mr M Aitken | V L Malady | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Charcoals | 12 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Fridge Monster | 15 | Teodore Nugent | D Binaisse | 58kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Royal Invader | 11 | Luke Cartwright | C Maher | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Irrefutably | 4 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Tiz Time | 3 | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 59.5kg |
Gets in well at the weights and proven ability on soft tracks. Wide barrier a concern but has tactical speed to overcome it. Beau Mertens a positive booking and stable in good form.
Consistent mare showing good form this preparation with strong placings. Gets perfect run from barrier 5 and weight relief helps. Jason Maskiell a significant booking and stable having good run. Ready to peak fourth-up.
Consistent galloper from strong Waterhouse/Bott stable showing good form this preparation. Well drawn to get ideal run and proven performer at this level. Billy Egan knows the horse well and stable targeting provincial features.
Mare with strong course form including recent win. Proven performer in similar grade and handles soft tracks. Drawn to get nice run from barrier 9 and Ben Allen continues association.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Dark Simba | 6 | Jye Mc Neil | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $2.40 |
| 2nd | 13 | Dreams Come True | 18 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 16 | Delightful Journey | 2 | Teodore Nugent | Christine Sexton | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 17 | Imarichgirl | 15 | Jack Laing | 56.5kg | $101.00 | |
| 5th | 7 | Korobeiniki | 9 | Ben Allen | N J Harnett | 61kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 14 | Midori Mover | 5 | Jason Maskiell | D Meagher | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Promised Land | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 61.5kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Turn It Up Tommy | 13 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 61kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Intuitu | 8 | Ms D Keane | Alexander Rae | 61kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Albanian I Am | 3 | Luke Cartwright | E P Francese | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Zilzie Lad | 7 | Jordan Childs | Peter Gelagotis | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Duke Of Hastings | 4 | Ryan Houston | Simon Zahra | 60kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Blazing Rebel | 12 | Jamie Mott | Gavin Bedggood | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Verona Rupes | 11 | Billy Egan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Bookman | 14 | Joe Bowditch | D M Noonan | 60kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Golden Hips | 17 | Koby Jennings | Jason Warren | 60kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Rock Revolution | 16 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 60kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Yorkel | 1 | Gavin Bedggood | 58.5kg |
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