Punt like a Pro, without the know!
South Australia · Sunday 8 June 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 5 races at Port Augusta. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Star Casino presents as the top selection with consistent form in higher class races, now dropping significantly in class. While yet to break through for a win, this easier assignment looks an ideal opportunity to do so.
Nouveau Marche has been knocking on the door with consistent placings and performs well at this track. The gelding is proven at similar distances and looks well-placed to challenge for the win. While yet to break through, his consistency and track suitability make him a strong contender.
Dora Aurora is showing promising signs with a recent placing and improving form. The filly carries a lightweight which should be advantageous. While still gaining experience and unproven at this distance, her recent form suggests she's capable of featuring in the finish.
Petra's Girl offers value as a track and distance specialist carrying a lightweight. While her recent form has been inconsistent, her strong record at Port Augusta and over this distance cannot be ignored.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Star Casino | 4 | Sairyn Fawke | Travis Doudle | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 8 | Petra''s Girl | 10 | Sophie Potter | D B Bonetti | 52kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Sir Aali | 5 | Ms S Metcalfe | P Huserot | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Dora Aurora | 8 | Margaret Collett | Justin Pickering | 55.5kg | $3.20 |
| 5th | 1 | Kohala | 6 | Alan Lai | D J Halliday | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Holder Maid | 2 | S H Sit | Kym Healy | 52.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 4 | The Real Prince | 1 | D Caboche | T R Montgomerie | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Giftera | 7 | Caitlin Tootell | Trent Allen | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Nouveau Marche | 3 | Brooke King | Jason Allen | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 10th | 2 | La Joya | 9 | A Stead | Trent Allen | 58kg | $101.00 |
Eleventh Hour looks well-placed to make a winning debut. The advantageous barrier 3 draw and light weight should allow it to take up a forward position. As a likely leader in a race with a very fast tempo, it has a strong chance to control proceedings. The first-up factor suggests it should be primed for this assignment.
Idracowra brings solid form and distance suitability to this race. While yet to break through for a win, the mare has been knocking on the door with consistent performances. The wide barrier is a concern, but experienced jockey Sairyn Fawke should be able to navigate a good position.
The mare's last start 4th indicates improving form, and the drop to 51.5kg is substantial. While winless, the combination of a good barrier, weight relief, and recent form improvement makes her a strong place chance and potential upset winner.
The significant class drop from her last few starts should see her more competitive here. Recent racing suggests she's fit and ready to perform.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Sha Na Na | 2 | Brooke King | Kym Healy | 52.5kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Bright Show | 11 | Alyssa Webb | B J Davis | 50.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Eleventh Hour | 3 | Caitlin Tootell | Travis Doudle | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Tancredi | 7 | Margaret Collett | Ms S Ratsch | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 10 | In Cinque | 8 | Anna Jordsjo | D E Oxlade | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Foxy Monster | 12 | Ms S Metcalfe | Shayne & Chelsea Cahill | 54.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Dark Helmet | 4 | Polly Brewster | Danny Penna | 52.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 1 | After | 9 | A Stead | T R Montgomerie | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Spill The Money | 1 | S H Sit | T R Montgomerie | 51.5kg | $6.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Gingermac | 6 | Felicity Atkinson | D J McMahon | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Idracowra | 10 | Sairyn Fawke | D J McMahon | 55.5kg | $3.30 |
| 12th | 6 | Barbie''s Pearl | 5 | Alan Lai | Trent Allen | 53kg | $51.00 |
Django Express presents as the top selection with consistent form and a significant class drop. The horse has a strong record at Port Augusta and handles Good tracks well. While carrying top weight is a concern, the class relief and consistent performances outweigh this negative.
My Mate Cobber is a consistent performer with a preference for Good tracks. Likely to lead, which could be advantageous given the track bias. The short turnaround since last run suggests fitness. While carrying top weight is a concern, the horse's consistency and suitability to conditions make it a strong contender.
Star Decorum shows improving form and carries a favorable weight. The good barrier draw is advantageous at Port Augusta.
The horse has shown consistent form and is running at a suitable distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Django Express | 10 | Sophie Potter | B J Davis | 55.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 8 | Star Decorum | 7 | Caitlin Tootell | Darren & Aimee Magro | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Tallawah | 1 | Ms S Metcalfe | Grant Young | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Harbouring | 5 | A Stead | Garret Lynch | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Mistnaces | 9 | D Caboche | D J McMahon | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Allusion | 8 | Polly Brewster | Garret Lynch | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 1 | My Mate Cobber | 4 | Sairyn Fawke | Garret Lynch | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Honduras | 3 | Margaret Collett | B J Davis | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Stellar Style | 6 | Anna Jordsjo | Ms N Bruggemann | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Shinohara | 2 | Brooke King | Ms R Day | 53kg | $6.50 |
Redwinelover brings solid consistent form into this race, with a strong record at the distance. The mare is well-weighted after a claim and should get a good run midfield in a race likely to be run at a solid tempo. While yet to win at Port Augusta, has placed here and looks well-placed to break through.
Not A Single Bid comes into this race with solid recent form, including two placings from his last four starts. The gelding has a good record at Port Augusta and drops significantly in weight. While the barrier is slightly wide, he should be able to find a good position midfield and be strong late.
Colorado Cruz brings consistent recent form into this race, including a close second last start. The mare has a strong record at the distance and drops slightly in weight. While yet to win at Port Augusta, her front-running style should suit and she looks capable of featuring in the finish.
Eastside Diamond represents value in this field, coming off an improved run two starts back when finishing second. The mare is well-weighted after a claim and has drawn ideally in barrier 2.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Eastside Diamond | 2 | Alan Lai | Chris Bieg | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Redwinelover | 6 | Brooke King | Ms N Bruggemann | 57.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 7 | Wandering Eye | 1 | S H Sit | Christopher Harrison | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Archdeacon | 10 | Sairyn Fawke | Garret Lynch | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Bonsa Big Boy | 4 | D Caboche | James Short | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Not A Single Bid | 9 | Ms S Metcalfe | Grant Young | 58.5kg | $2.80 |
| 7th | 3 | Colorado Cruz | 7 | Anna Jordsjo | Ms N Bruggemann | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Inner Sanctum | 11 | Caitlin Tootell | Danny Penna | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 5 | A Thousand Degrees | 13 | A Stead | T R Montgomerie | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Royalz | 12 | Felicity Atkinson | T R Montgomerie | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Edgy Era | 5 | Alyssa Webb | Mark Moosha | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Lightscameraaction | 8 | Polly Brewster | Waylon Hornhardt | 54kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Agressive Bee | 3 | Sophie Potter | D B Bonetti | 56kg |
Mohite presents as the top selection with consistent form, a significant class drop, and weight advantage. While unproven at the track and distance, the overall form and conditions appear highly favorable.
Dylan's Lad boasts a strong track and distance record, consistent recent form, and an advantageous inside barrier draw. While facing a slight class rise and weight increase, the horse's proven ability at this level and favorable draw make it a solid second selection.
Excelman benefits from a significant class drop and brings a strong overall record to this race. While carrying top weight and coming off a lengthy break, the horse's consistency and favorable barrier draw make it a solid contender for a place finish.
More Sugar offers value with recent winning form and an improving performance trend.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Mohite | 4 | Sairyn Fawke | Garret Lynch | 58.5kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | Excelman | 2 | Alan Lai | Kylie McKerlie | 64.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Our Divinyl | 3 | Felicity Atkinson | B J Jones | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 4 | Lunar Solar | 5 | Caitlin Tootell | Garret Lynch | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 7 | More Sugar | 6 | Polly Brewster | Waylon Hornhardt | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Mathematics | 7 | Sophie Potter | Kym Healy | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Chesteray | 8 | Alyssa Webb | M K Wayman | 59kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Dylan''s Lad | 1 | Brooke King | Garret Lynch | 55.5kg | $3.40 |
Doctor Robert brings strong consistent form into this race, dropping significantly in class. Has a good record at the track and distance, and has proven ability to carry weight. The wide draw is a concern, but with a solid tempo expected, should be finishing strongly.
Our Destrier comes off a last start win and has a strong record on Good tracks. The wide draw is a concern, but with a strong jockey booking and consistent form, should be competitive. The weight rise is the main query.
Ichibansan has been racing consistently without winning, but gets conditions to suit here. The good barrier draw and weight drop are positives, though the class rise is a query. Expect a strong showing but may find one or two better.
No result was recorded for this race.
| No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shiny Rock | 3 | Sophie Potter | Garret Lynch | 60.5kg |
| 2 | Our Destrier | 7 | Brooke King | Brett Campbell | 61kg |
| 3 | Doctor Robert | 1 | Sairyn Fawke | Garret Lynch | 61kg |
| 4 | Ichibansan | 2 | D Caboche | Kylie McKerlie | 60kg |
| 5 | The True Believer | 9 | A Stead | Kylie McKerlie | 57.5kg |
| 6 | Unisphere | 5 | Margaret Collett | B J Davis | 57kg |
| 7 | Aspenado | 10 | Polly Brewster | Mark Moosha | 52kg |
| 8 | Street Culture | 8 | Alan Lai | Waylon Hornhardt | 52.5kg |
| 9 | Sirmaze | 6 | Alyssa Webb | Grant Young | 50kg |
| 10 | Wicked Addiction | 4 | S H Sit | Kym Healy | 51kg |
Shadow Express presents as the top selection with consistent form and a significant class drop. The gelding boasts an impressive track record with two wins from two starts at Port Augusta. Recent performances, including a win and second place finish, indicate strong current form. While carrying top weight is a concern, the class relief and proven ability at the track/distance offset this negative.
I'm Kenny is a consistent performer with an outstanding track record at Port Augusta. The gelding has demonstrated the ability to carry weight effectively and has been in good form recently. While facing a slight rise in class and a wide barrier, his proven track ability and consistency make him a strong contender in this field.
Pricilla's Choice enters this race with improving form, including a recent win. The mare carries a light weight which is advantageous, and has proven ability over similar distances. While facing a slight rise in class and lacking specific track experience, her current form and weight advantage make her a solid contender in this field.
While recent form has been less impressive, the gelding is a consistent performer with 8 wins from 33 starts at this track. The inside barrier draw is advantageous, and if able to recapture his best form, represents good value in this field.
No result was recorded for this race.
| No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I''m Kenny | 8 | Alan Lai | Darren & Aimee Magro | 59kg |
| 2 | Shadow Express | 2 | Sairyn Fawke | Garret Lynch | 60.5kg |
| 3 | Taipan Tommy | 10 | Brooke King | Kym Healy | 58kg |
| 4 | Thinkingnintynine | 9 | Caitlin Tootell | Travis Doudle | 58kg |
| 5 | Augusta Rock | 1 | Felicity Atkinson | D J Halliday | 58.5kg |
| 6 | Pricilla''s Choice | 4 | A Stead | Ms R Day | 58kg |
| 7 | Sengoki | 5 | Ms S Metcalfe | Danny Penna | 58kg |
| 8 | Spectaur | 6 | S H Sit | D J Halliday | 54kg |
| 9 | Castlecomer | 7 | Margaret Collett | D B Bonetti | 56kg |
| 10 | Quintillion | 3 | Polly Brewster | Ms S Ratsch | 52kg |
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