Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Saturday 14 June 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Bendigo. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Bayou Music has shown promising form with two placings from two starts. The removal of blinkers suggests improved focus, and the weight advantage positions him well. Likely to lead, which is advantageous on a soft track at Bendigo. The main concern is unproven soft track form, but overall profile is strong.
Likely to contest the lead, which suits the track condition. The main concerns are the top weight and questionable soft track form. However, proven ability at the distance and consistent performances make him a strong contender.
Heiwana Tamashi shows consistent improvement and has soft track experience. The stable weight and tactical versatility are positives. While yet to win, the colt has been competitive in similar company. The main concern is the class rise, but overall profile suggests he's ready to be competitive at this level.
The filly carries a significant weight advantage and has drawn well. The main concerns are unproven soft track form and the class rise.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Bayou Music | 5 | Koby Jennings | James Cummings | 58kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 6 | Valda Warrior | 3 | Lachlan King | R G Symons | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Aggressive | 7 | Corey Parish | Adrian Corboy | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Gable | 1 | Liam Riordan | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 4 | Heiwana Tamashi | 6 | Neil Farley | J F Moloney | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Dekka''s Latest | 2 | Jacob Noonan | M M Laurie | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Smokin'' Genie | 4 | Linda Meech | C Maher | 54.5kg | $8.50 |
Signature Scent has strong connections and the gear change suggests improvement. While the wide barrier is a concern, Linda Meech's experience should mitigate this. The soft track is likely to suit based on breeding. Represents slightly better value than our top pick but has more to overcome from the gate.
I'mateez brings the benefit of race experience, having finished a good second on debut. The advantageous barrier draw and ideal 24-day break between runs are positives. However, the soft track is an unknown factor, and the slight rise in weight needs to be considered.
Mahrajan looks well-placed to make a winning debut. The Hayes stable excels with juveniles, and the gear additions suggest they've ironed out any kinks in trackwork. Barrier 11 should allow Darmanin to find a good position, likely midfield with cover. The soft track is an unknown, but breeding suggests it won't be an issue.
Dickens presents as an interesting value proposition. The addition of blinkers and tongue tie for debut suggests the stable has ironed out some issues in trackwork. While the wide barrier is a concern, it may force a positive tactics, pushing forward to overcome the draw.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Signature Scent | 12 | Linda Meech | C Maher | 56kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 3 | Our Chief | 4 | Lachlan King | D T O''Brien | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Idleonby | 5 | Anthony Darmanin | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 7 | Earth''s Abundance | 11 | Liam Riordan | David Brideoake & Matt Jenkins | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 13 | I''mateez | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Alexander Rae | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 9 | His Lady Bay | 3 | Harry Grace | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Norse Warrior | 7 | Paul Gatt | P Stokes | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Dickens | 10 | Adam Mc Cabe | C W McDonald | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Autumn Whisper | 7 | Jack Hill | Simon Zahra | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Al | 1 | Alana Kelly | Claire Patterson | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Frostration | 2 | Corey Parish | M W Walker | 56kg | $91.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Vineto | 9 | Logan McNeil | R G Symons | 58kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Allured | 15 | R Downey | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Mahrajan | 11 | Anthony Darmanin | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Lofty Thoughts | 5 | Will Price | L Smith | 58kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Lychee Green Tea | 8 | Neil Farley | Ms H Burns | 56kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Strong Box | 12 | W Gordon | Dominic Sutton | 58kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Gliding Lightening | 13 | Carleen Hefel | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg |
Harrata shows significant improvement, finishing a close 2nd last start on soft going. The addition of blinkers should sharpen focus, and the horse's soft track record is a major plus. Well-weighted and drawn to get a good run, Harrata looks primed for a breakthrough win.
Coral Impact has been knocking on the door with consistent placings. The inside barrier is advantageous on soft ground, and the significant class drop from last start puts this horse right in the mix. Soft track experience is a plus, and the consistent form suggests a win is near.
Fifty Calibre showed promise on debut, finishing 3rd. While unproven on soft tracks, the midfield barrier allows tactical flexibility. The lack of experience is a concern, but there's potential for significant improvement.
Zamparini Spirit is improving rapidly, with a strong 2nd last start over 1400m. The step up to 1600m should suit, and Paul Gatt's experience is valuable. While the wide barrier is a concern, this horse could take up a forward position and prove hard to run down.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Vellasmachine | 15 | Alana Kelly | P Koumis | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Zamparini Spirit | 12 | Paul Gatt | Clayton Douglas | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Somethingsostrong | 18 | Jack Hill | A W Noonan | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Il Cielo | 4 | Linda Meech | C Maher | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Tupac | 2 | Mr M Aitken | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Chateau Dancer | 1 | Carleen Hefel | A R McGregor | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Coral Impact | 3 | Lachlan King | Steven King | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Harrata | 16 | Will Price | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Colt Forty Five | 14 | Neil Farley | Jamie Edwards | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Banxi | 10 | Jacob Noonan | C J Waller | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Positivo | 13 | John Keating | Saab Hasan | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Fifty Calibre | 7 | Liam Riordan | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | $7.50 |
| Scr | 8 | Tassron | 17 | C J Waller | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Debbie | 6 | Harry Grace | P A Banks | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Tassadar | 9 | Logan McNeil | Aaron Laing | 58kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Sitar | 11 | Paul Gatt | Rachel Samsonenko | 58kg | |
| Scr | 17 | En Mer | 5 | Nick Ryan | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | These Boots | 8 | W Gordon | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg |
Top Honours presents as the most likely winner with consistent form, a strong record on soft tracks, and a favorable weight drop. The expected fast tempo should suit his running style, and he's well-positioned to capitalize from barrier 2. While stepping up slightly in class, his recent performances suggest he's ready for the challenge.
Mont Saint Michel shows improving form and excels at this distance. The weight advantage and strong jockey booking enhance his chances. While the barrier draw is slightly unfavorable and soft track experience is limited, his overall profile suggests he's a strong contender to finish in the placings.
Firm As A Rock offers appeal with consistent recent form and a light weight. The mare has won on soft going before, which is a positive for today's conditions. The first-time tongue tie could lead to improvement. However, she faces a significant class rise and is yet to prove herself over this distance.
His strong record at the distance and consistent performances are positive factors. The weight allocation is favorable, and the booking of experienced jockey Alana Kelly is a plus. However, his poor soft track record and wide barrier are concerns that temper expectations.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Mystic Vamp | 11 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 57.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Top Honours | 2 | Liam Riordan | K & K Keys | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Firm As A Rock | 8 | R Downey | G L Donaldson | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Mawhera | 7 | Lauren Burke | Mick Nolan | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Boho Miss | 3 | Brittany Button | John Fitzgerald | 52.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Altai Ranger | 12 | Jack Hill | S G Noble | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Golwen | 4 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | C J Davis | 52kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Cadazio | 9 | Koby Jennings | Ms G Johnstone | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Sweet Cheval | 10 | Alana Kelly | P Koumis | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Marxist | 1 | Logan McNeil | Aaron Laing | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Triggerific | 6 | Chelsea Jokic | S Jokic | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Mont Saint Michel | 5 | Harry Grace | Paul & Tracey Templeton | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| Scr | 10 | Statesmanship | 14 | Will Price | A H Parker | 57kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Leica Trooper | 13 | John Keating | Philip Evans | 56kg |
Tartan Belle presents as the top selection with consistent recent form, including a close second last start on soft going. While facing a slight class rise, her soft track ability and lightweight status make her well-suited to today's conditions.
Charities is a consistent performer with a good record at the distance. While unproven on soft tracks, her overall form and experience make her a strong contender. The wide barrier and higher weight are concerns, but her consistency keeps her in the mix.
Ze Bee Nine comes off a strong second place finish and has winning form on soft tracks. While facing a significant class rise and carrying more weight, his recent form and soft track ability make him a solid contender in these conditions.
The gelding is coming off a solid placing, performs well on soft tracks, and carries a light weight.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Kowhai | 5 | Corey Parish | Lee & Shannon Hope | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 8 | Charities | 6 | W Gordon | P Kearney | 57.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 3 | Ze Bee Nine | 9 | Adam Mc Cabe | Ms C Martindale | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Dismount | 8 | Neil Farley | Rhys Archard | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Well Crafted | 1 | Alana Kelly | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Shooter Mcgavin | 13 | Carleen Hefel | Paul & Tracey Templeton | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 6 | Pendante | 7 | Mr M Aitken | R G Symons | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Written By You | 4 | Jack Hill | D M Noonan | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Tartan Belle | 2 | Lachlan King | Jason Warren | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 10th | 14 | Three Earls | 14 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | C J Davis | 52kg | $201.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Game Theory | 10 | Nathan Punch | L E Robertson | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Penny Bazaar | 3 | Chelsea Jokic | Sean Mott | 55.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Quizlet | 11 | Lucinda Doodt | Lucinda Boyd | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Forest Diamond | 12 | Liam Riordan | Ms M Cunningham | 56kg |
The gelding has shown ability on soft tracks and is well-positioned to handle the step up in distance. While unproven at this class level, the weight relief and recent form progression suggest strong winning potential.
Holly's Star rounds out the top three selections with improving form and suitability for the distance. The mare carries a light weight which is advantageous on soft going. While facing a significant class rise and wide barrier, her recent form and soft track experience make her a viable contender.
Avenues is a solid second pick, boasting consistent form and a strong record on soft tracks. The class drop and addition of blinkers for the first time could provide the edge needed to overcome the top weight. While unproven at the distance, the gelding's consistency and soft track ability make it a strong contender.
The significant class drop and proven staying ability make him an interesting prospect.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Split | 5 | W Gordon | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 9 | Eyes To Me | 6 | Linda Meech | Aaron Purcell | 54.5kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Vadarchie | 4 | Logan McNeil | Aaron Laing | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Holly''s Star | 10 | Paul Gatt | E & D Browne | 54.5kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 4 | Look Sharpish | 7 | Liam Riordan | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Da Deputy | 3 | Jack Hill | D M Noonan | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Shades Of Sheriff | 12 | Brittany Button | C J Davis | 52kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Avenues | 1 | Bailey Kinninmont | M C Kent | 57kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Right Now | 11 | S B Laming | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Castrofrancaru | 8 | Carleen Hefel | Mitchell Leek | 56kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Golden Garden | 9 | Will Price | Symon Wilde | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Lewandowski | 2 | Keith Hall | 54kg |
Didn't Miss Many presents as the top selection with a strong win rate, consistent recent form, and proven ability on soft tracks. The weight advantage and strong jockey booking further enhance the horse's chances. While facing a slight class rise, the overall form and conditions suit this runner perfectly.
Deeling Aces boasts an impressive win rate and consistent recent form, making it a strong contender. The weight advantage and proven ability at the distance are significant positives. However, the class rise and wider barrier draw present challenges that place it just behind our top selection.
Altruist shows improving form and consistency, with a recent win at the track and distance being a significant positive. The horse's soft track experience and competitive weight make it a solid contender. However, the wide barrier and slight class rise place it behind our top two selections.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Promised Land | 2 | Neil Farley | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 9 | Altruist | 13 | Chelsea Jokic | Jarrod Robinson | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Didn''t Miss Many | 7 | W Gordon | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 5 | Makalu | 8 | Danica Munro | Liam Howley | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Quite The Lass | 10 | Liam Riordan | Reece Goodwin | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 12 | Deeling Aces | 11 | Jacob Noonan | Symon Wilde | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 2 | Docinthe | 9 | Paul Gatt | Mitchell Freedman | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Lightning Express | 5 | Mr M Aitken | T Fitzsimmons | 61.5kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 7 | Alchian | 6 | Lauren Burke | Toby Lake | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Lottaroc | 1 | Jack Hill | D M Noonan | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Valley Forge | 14 | Corey Parish | Stacey Kirkpatrick | 60kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Albanian I Am | 15 | Will Price | E P Francese | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Sugar And Sweet | 3 | Rachel Samsonenko | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | The Cast Off | 4 | Harry Grace | M J Enright | 54kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Jayzeal | 12 | C J Davis | 54kg |
Deep Joy presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including a win on soft going. The expected fast pace should suit her closing style, and her soft track prowess gives her an edge in these conditions.
Hidden Comfort shows consistent form and has performed well on soft tracks. The addition of blinkers for the first time could sharpen her up, and the booking of Koby Jennings is a positive. While the wide barrier is a concern, her tactical speed should allow her to overcome this drawback.
Rockcliff boasts a strong record at Bendigo and has proven soft track ability. His consistent recent form and suitability to the likely race conditions make him a solid contender. While carrying more weight than ideal, his track experience and ability to handle the going give him a strong chance.
Her soft track record and strong performances over this distance make her an intriguing prospect.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Brooklyn Baby | 10 | John Keating | M Sell | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | Da Nang Star | 11 | Corey Parish | Ms A Vanderfeen | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Hidden Comfort | 13 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 16 | Darceandermill | 6 | Paul Gatt | Jason Warren | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Exciting Times | 12 | Neil Farley | Ms D Loos | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Deep Joy | 18 | Linda Meech | C Maher | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Duchess Of Argyll | 9 | Nathan Punch | R D Griffiths | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Joon Ho | 4 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 5 | Shanghai Venture | 1 | R Downey | Brian McGrath | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Imminance | 2 | Logan McNeil | Aaron Laing | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Timber Princess | 5 | Alana Kelly | Daniel Kelly | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Phantom Prince | 3 | Lachlan King | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Count Of Toulouse | 7 | Carleen Hefel | Dale Short | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Villainesque | 16 | M M Laurie | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Extreme Ally | 15 | Linda Meech | Simon Zahra | 57kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Destiny''s Prophet | 14 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | C J Davis | 53.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Rockcliff | 8 | Liam Riordan | R J Besanko | 58kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Balgowan | 17 | C J Davis | 54kg |
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