Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Thursday 29 May 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Cairns. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Lightly raced gelding showing strong ability in both career starts. Last start 2nd indicates readiness to win. Gets perfect run from barrier 1 with leading jockey Ryan Wiggins aboard. Clear top pick based on demonstrated ability and setup.
Well drawn to get nice run midfield and should be hitting line strongly. Main danger to favorite.
Experienced mare who consistently finds one or two better but rarely far away. Track and distance suit but needs career-best to challenge winner. Place chance at best.
First starter from capable stable represents unknown quantity.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Forehand Drive | 7 | Jackson Murphy | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Golden Octavian | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 58kg | $1.10 |
| 3rd | 7 | Spirit Ghost | 4 | Wanderson D''Avila | Ms L McCormack | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Point Two | 5 | Nathan Thomas | Scott Cooper | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Hitchedinmanhattan | 2 | Sean Cormack | Scott Cooper | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Padam Padam | 6 | Scott Cooper | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Kellisa | 3 | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56.5kg |
Sean Cormack booking significant and barrier allows tactical flexibility.
Ryan Wiggins booking positive and race experience valuable. Barrier requires some luck but has tactical speed to overcome draw.
Consistent performer dropping significantly in class with positive inside draw. Jason Taylor booking suggests stable confidence and recent form solid without winning. Barrier and class drop offset weight concerns.
Weight and barrier advantages significant for debutant. While lacking exposed form, stable pattern with similar types suggests above-average ability.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Nooshbahoosh | 10 | Sean Cormack | Nick Walsh | 56kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 8 | Gem Of Scots | 11 | Jackson Murphy | Scott Cooper | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Mister Tia | 4 | Wanderson D''Avila | Ms L McCormack | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Timinca | 8 | Ryan Wiggins | S J Royes | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 5th | 7 | French Dragon | 6 | Gabrielle Semmens | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Louis Auguste | 2 | Jason Taylor | Krystin Allender | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 9 | I''lltellyoui''min | 5 | Nathan Thomas | Megan Purvis | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Bravos Carlos | 12 | Chris Meehan | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Malfitana | 7 | Tahlia Fenlon | J H Manzelmann | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Prince Of Dance | 9 | Michael Mc Donald | Ms S Royes | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Amelia''s Prince | 1 | Aidan Holt | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 58kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Scandinavi | 3 | A G Malliff | 56kg |
Progressive 3yo who has found strong form recently with two wins from last four starts. Gets in well at the weights and draws perfectly in barrier 1. Should get an ideal run just behind the speed and looks ready to take the next step in grade.
Reliable performer who rarely runs a bad race at this level. Has to carry top weight but has proven capable under big weights before. Drawn awkwardly but has tactical speed to overcome it. Main danger to top pick.
Coming off a good second last start and should get conditions to suit here. Well weighted and drawn to get a nice run midfield.
Last start winner who gets in light with just 54kg.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Tycoon Beau | 6 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 64.5kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 5 | Skogafoss | 1 | Jackson Murphy | Dean Piccolo | 57kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 3 | The Real Thing | 2 | Aidan Holt | A M Comerford | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 6 | Grovers Prediction | 5 | Jason Taylor | Krystin Allender | 54kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Vancouver Bay | 3 | Gabrielle Semmens | S J Royes | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Soozie Maree | 7 | Wanderson D''Avila | Ms L McCormack | 54kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Perovic | 4 | F J Wieland | 59kg |
Progressive type who has been competing in stronger southern maidens. The removal of blinkers suggests natural improvement, and form around similar types reads well for this grade. Maps to get perfect run from barrier 3 and looks well placed to break through.
Consistent performer who has been knocking on the door with multiple placings. Main danger to favorite.
Well drawn to utilize tactical speed and should get perfect run in transit.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Spirited | 8 | Jason Taylor | S J Royes | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Swatow | 3 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 2 | Makeminemilo | 2 | Aidan Holt | A M Comerford | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 4 | Remlap Kava | 1 | Chris Meehan | J H Manzelmann | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Bombinate | 7 | Tyler Leslight | Louise Terzi | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Young Express | 5 | Jackson Murphy | R J Miller | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Secret Boom | 4 | Tahlia Fenlon | J H Manzelmann | 58kg | $4.80 |
| Scr | 3 | March Madness | 6 | Ty Wheeler | Michael Geaney | 56kg |
Gets perfect run just off pace from good draw and proven performer in this grade. Well weighted and should get ideal run in transit. Clear top pick.
Reliable gelding who rarely runs a bad race. Well drawn to utilize early speed and proven weight carrier. Strong place record suggests will be in the finish again but may just find one better.
Talented type who gets significant weight relief and should appreciate predicted fast tempo. Drawn to get cover midfield and strong record when fresh.
Removal of winkers suggests connections expect improvement and gets in well at weights after claim.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Valenki | 7 | Jackson Murphy | O Chillemi | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Viburnum | 1 | Michael Mc Donald | Ms S Royes | 59.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Bella Bianca | 6 | Ty Wheeler | Allan Holmes | 52kg | $151.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Caressing Rupert | 5 | Rachel Shred | Sharlee Hoffman | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Crowning Moment | 2 | Nathan Thomas | F J Wieland | 62.5kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Amnesty | 3 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 59.5kg | $3.30 |
| 7th | 4 | Loud Noise | 4 | Chris Meehan | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 8 | Bold Feeling | 9 | Jason Taylor | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Principessa | 8 | Lauren Guernier | A R Bailey | 62kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Thatfeelsbetter | 10 | J H Manzelmann | 59kg |
Mare showing strong consistent form with three consecutive placings including last start third in similar grade. Gets weight relief here and draws perfectly to get a soft run behind likely leaders. Strong track record and proven ability at the distance make her a leading contender.
Last start winner who appears to be hitting peak form at the right time. Well drawn to get a good run and carries a nice light weight. Jackson Murphy booking is significant and horse should be competitive again despite the slight rise in class.
Drops significantly in class after racing in stronger company.
Mare with strong recent form including a win and placing from last three starts. Draws the inside which should give options and proven performer at track/distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Listentozou | 7 | Aidan Holt | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Hearsay | 1 | Tahlia Fenlon | J H Manzelmann | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 10 | Wong Way | 3 | Gabrielle Semmens | M A Dale | 54kg | $81.00 |
| 4th | 3 | City Of Boulder | 2 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 58kg | $2.90 |
| 5th | 4 | Premium Star | 6 | Jackson Murphy | A G Malliff | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 6th | 7 | Under The Shadow | 4 | Chris Meehan | T Button | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Piccapeppa | 9 | Sean Cormack | Maria Potiris | 54kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Perovic | 8 | Lauren Guernier | F J Wieland | 60.5kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Grinzinger Burg | 10 | Tyler Leslight | Louise Terzi | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Rivalon | 5 | Ty Wheeler | Allan Holmes | 52kg | $21.00 |
Progressive galloper who has been racing in strong form, dropping significantly in weight here. Should get a perfect run midfield with cover from barrier 9 and strong tempo up front.
Reliable performer who should get all favors from good draw. Will likely settle handy to pace which suits track pattern. Recent form solid without winning but drops in weight and gets conditions to suit.
In-form galloper who should appreciate step up in trip. Gets in well at weights and draws to get nice run midfield. Recent racing suggests ready for strong showing though will need luck from back half of field.
Recent form better than it looks and gets in light at weights. Should get good run from barrier and proven at distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Turbeau | 6 | Nathan Thomas | S Massingham | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Vincenzo | 1 | Ty Wheeler | Allan Holmes | 52kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Stats | 9 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 57.5kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 9 | Choir Boy | 5 | Gabrielle Semmens | Ms J Ryan | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Devil Kick | 2 | Rachel Shred | A G Malliff | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Letmeletgo | 3 | Aidan Holt | Nick Walsh | 60.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 1 | Prime Ruler | 4 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 62kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Major Artie | 7 | Jason Taylor | T Button | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Lidder Valley | 8 | Jackson Murphy | S Massingham | 56.5kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 3 | Go Getaboy | 10 | S J Royes | 60kg |
Lightly-raced improver who has shown strong ability at provincial level. Gets in well at the weights and should get a nice run despite wide draw. Last prep showed excellent progression and has scope for further improvement. Form around similar class runners reads well.
Reliable performer who rarely runs a bad race at this track. Maps to get an ideal run from barrier and should be strong through the line. Recent form is solid without winning and this looks a suitable race to break through.
Genuine performer who should get every chance from good draw. Recent form has been solid and drops slightly in class here.
Lightly-raced improver who gets significant weight relief and draws well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Caldante | 11 | Aidan Holt | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Moegreen | 13 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 59.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 9 | Superstitions | 3 | Chris Meehan | R T Moller | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Pennypacker | 4 | Michael Mc Donald | Ms S Royes | 61kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Super Twenty Three | 12 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 60.5kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Lucky Leni | 8 | Wanderson D''Avila | Scott Cooper | 60.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Ten Schilling | 7 | Rachel Shred | A G Malliff | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Bledisloe | 2 | Gabrielle Semmens | S Massingham | 55.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Spill The Tears | 9 | Jason Taylor | F J Wieland | 60.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Asambe | 10 | Jackson Murphy | R Baker | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Ammand | 1 | Nathan Thomas | Scott Cooper | 58kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Lucky Jim | 5 | M A Dale | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Soozie Maree | 14 | Ms L McCormack | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Noble Attack | 6 | A R Bailey | 58kg |
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