Clever Illusion stands out as the top selection with an excellent heavy track record and consistent form. The advantageous barrier draw and class drop further enhance his chances. While yet to break through for a win, his adaptability to wet conditions and consistent performances make him the most likely winner in this field.
New South Wales · Friday 20 June 2025
Coffs Harbour tips and results
Our top pick won 0 of 8 races at Coffs Harbour. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Woolgoolga Touch Football Association Mdn Plate
Dark Stratum presents as a strong contender with consistent form and a significant class drop. The addition of a tongue tie and ideal barrier draw are positives. While unproven on heavy tracks, his consistency and tactical advantages make him a solid chance, albeit with slightly less confidence than Clever Illusion.
Denuto shows promise with recent heavy track form and consistent improvement. The gelding's ability to carry weight and suitable racing pattern are advantages. However, the lack of wins and limited track experience slightly reduce confidence compared to the top two selections.
With improving form, extensive wet track experience, and a suitable weight, the mare has a solid chance to place.
- 1st2Dark Stratum$4.40
- 2nd9Saskatoon BerryMs M Weir$5.50
- 3rd10Shackamaxon$21.00
- 4th3Denuto$2.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Dark Stratum | 1 | Samantha McGuren | 59kg | $4.40 | |
| 2nd | 9 | Saskatoon Berry | 9 | Ms M Weir | Fleur Henley | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Shackamaxon | 2 | Joseph Burges | 57kg | $21.00 | |
| 4th | 3 | Denuto | 4 | K A Lees | 59kg | $2.50 | |
| 5th | 1 | Clever Illusion | 3 | P Cheers | 59kg | $3.50 | |
| 6th | 6 | Adventure On | 5 | Peter Graham | D L Matts | 57kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Red Deer | 10 | Teighan Worsnop | S Farley | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Alaska De Lune | 6 | B J Dodson | 57kg | $31.00 | |
| 9th | 8 | Bedtime | 8 | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 4 | Kemal | 7 | K A Lees | 59kg |
Jesse Riley Hcp
Archie Maximus showed promise on debut on soft going, suggesting adaptability to wet tracks. The colt's likely early speed is crucial on a heavy track at Coffs Harbour. With a favorable weight and barrier, plus the addition of a tongue tie, he's well-positioned to handle the conditions and distance increase.
The filly's weight is advantageous for heavy conditions. While the inside barrier could be tricky, her proven form and experienced jockey are significant positives.
The gelding's forward running style is advantageous on heavy tracks. However, the top weight and wide barrier are concerns. Less preferred than top two picks due to weight and barrier challenges, but early speed could overcome these issues.
Toi Toi offers value, having shown ability on a heavy track. The filly's light weight and favorable barrier are positives for these conditions. The lack of a listed jockey is a concern.
- 1st8Issy''s StarKyle Wilson-Taylor$2.10
- 2nd6Bucket ListLuke Rolls$15.00
- 3rd12Toi Toi$12.00
- 4th2AndreaShae Wilkes$6.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Issy''s Star | 1 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | K A Lees | 55.5kg | $2.10 |
| 2nd | 6 | Bucket List | 4 | Luke Rolls | J D Shelton | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Toi Toi | 6 | Toby Edmonds & Stephen McLean | 55kg | $12.00 | |
| 4th | 2 | Andrea | 8 | Shae Wilkes | A P Ball | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 9 | All Too Silent | 11 | A P Ball | 55kg | $61.00 | |
| 6th | 3 | Archie Maximus | 7 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 7th | 11 | Northern Glow | 12 | Teighan Worsnop | A P Ball | 53.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Nikody''s Binks | 2 | P Cheers | 55kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Cool Moon | 9 | Toby Edmonds & Stephen McLean | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Ol'' Mate Coop | 5 | A Newing | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Outoftheoffice | 3 | Samantha McGuren | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Call To Courage | 10 | Toby Edmonds & Stephen McLean | 56kg |
Northern Beaches Blues AFL Country Boosted Mdn Hcp
Hezanuff stands out as the top pick due to his proven heavy track form and consistent recent performances. While the higher weight and wide barrier are concerns, his ability to handle heavy going outweighs these factors in this country track race.
Ol'' Mate Coop shows promising form and the addition of winkers could lead to improvement. His lighter weight is advantageous on a heavy track. The wide barrier is a concern, but less impactful than for Hezanuff due to the lighter weight.
The suitable weight and potential for improvement are positives. However, lack of heavy track experience is a significant concern in these conditions. His progressive profile suggests he could adapt, but he's less reliable than the top two selections in this context.
The removal of blinkers and light weight could lead to improvement in these conditions.
- 1st4Fall For Autumn$17.00
- 2nd5Ol'' Mate Coop$4.80
- 3rd10Straight Through$14.00
- 4th3Piedi VelociJon Grisedale$3.90
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Fall For Autumn | 6 | B D Bellamy | 57.5kg | $17.00 | |
| 2nd | 5 | Ol'' Mate Coop | 10 | A Newing | 56kg | $4.80 | |
| 3rd | 10 | Straight Through | 4 | B J Dodson | 55kg | $14.00 | |
| 4th | 3 | Piedi Veloci | 9 | Jon Grisedale | Donna Grisedale | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 5th | 1 | Gettin'' Up | 1 | Sally Taylor | 59kg | $26.00 | |
| 6th | 9 | Santos El Halper | 2 | D B Campbell | 55kg | $15.00 | |
| 7th | 7 | Immortelle | 5 | R Simonetta | 55kg | $51.00 | |
| 8th | 11 | Taikun Trixi | 3 | N Masuda | Cathy Chapman | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Maggie Rose | 7 | Peter Graham | R Simonetta | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Outoftheoffice | 8 | Samantha McGuren | 56kg | $5.50 | |
| 11th | 2 | Hezanuff | 11 | Danny Peisley | C R Manson | 58kg | $4.40 |
Woolgoolga United Football Club Mdn Plate
Sivo stands out as the top selection due to his inside barrier draw, which is crucial on a heavy track. As a likely leader, he can control the pace and potentially steal the race. The top weight is a concern, but his tactical advantage may offset this.
The good barrier draw and suitable weight are advantageous on a heavy track. While yet to win and unproven on heavy going, her soft track form suggests adaptability. The long break is a concern, but her overall profile makes her a solid contender.
Femella is a speculative selection based on potential improvement as a lightly raced runner. Her good time at the distance in her only start is promising, and the inside barrier is advantageous on a heavy track. While unproven on heavy going and with limited race experience, her suitable weight and scope for improvement make her an interesting prospect.
Destinys Pinnacle offers value, dropping significantly in class from open company. While the wide barrier is a concern on a heavy track, her soft track placing suggests some ability in wet conditions. The class drop makes her an intriguing value proposition.
- 1st4Dizzy Dee$3.30
- 2nd1Intense Steel$11.00
- 3rd2SivoLuke Rolls$6.00
- 4th8Magic They Say$26.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Dizzy Dee | 4 | Shane Everson | 57kg | $3.30 | |
| 2nd | 1 | Intense Steel | 5 | Ms C Rode | 59kg | $11.00 | |
| 3rd | 2 | Sivo | 1 | Luke Rolls | Daniel Wheeler | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Magic They Say | 3 | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $26.00 | |
| 5th | 11 | Destinys Pinnacle | 10 | B A Gentle | 55kg | $12.00 | |
| 6th | 7 | Lolita | 7 | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $13.00 | |
| 7th | 9 | Tango Spirit | 6 | Bella Youngberry | Jason Reilly | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Femella | 8 | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $3.90 | |
| 9th | 6 | I''m Guessing | 11 | Teighan Worsnop | G C Kilner | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Diva Rouge | 2 | Jake Hull | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Destinys Summit | 9 | B A Gentle | 56.5kg |
Wyong Roos Foundation (Bm58)
Well-weighted and proven in wet conditions, she's ideally suited to today's race. Her midfield racing pattern should allow her to avoid early pressure and finish strongly. The unfamiliarity with Coffs Harbour is offset by her wet track prowess.
Boambee Beach brings strong credentials with an excellent track/distance record and consistent form. Her ability to handle wet tracks is a significant advantage. While the top weight is a concern, her familiarity with the course and conditions make her a strong contender. Expect her to be prominent throughout the race.
Diamondsaremio benefits from a class drop and brings consistent form from higher grades. Her strong soft track record is encouraging, but the heavy going is an unknown. The top weight and wide barrier are significant hurdles, especially in these conditions. Her class edge keeps her in contention, but she faces a tough task.
Wanjina Rose offers value with her strong Coffs Harbour record and proven ability in wet conditions. The class rise is a concern, but her wet track prowess could see her outperform expectations.
- 1st2Boambee Beach$3.00
- 2nd9Wanjina RoseStephen Cummins$13.00
- 3rd5Felasuvi$26.00
- 4th6A NotionKyle Wilson-Taylor$13.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Boambee Beach | 6 | B D Bellamy | 61kg | $3.00 | |
| 2nd | 9 | Wanjina Rose | 7 | Stephen Cummins | Brad Munro | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Felasuvi | 3 | A P Ball | 58kg | $26.00 | |
| 4th | 6 | A Notion | 1 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | Aiden St Vincent | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Bianco Nero | 2 | B D Bellamy | 60.5kg | $11.00 | |
| 6th | 1 | Diamondsaremio | 8 | Sally Taylor | 62kg | $4.60 | |
| 7th | 8 | See The Saint | 10 | Sally Taylor | 56.5kg | $12.00 | |
| 8th | 4 | Starlacca | 5 | Joseph Burges | 59kg | $15.00 | |
| 9th | 10 | Twosret | 4 | Daniel Wheeler | 55.5kg | $41.00 | |
| 10th | 7 | Desert Cougar | 9 | Luke Rolls | T G Payne | 56.5kg | $4.60 |
Woolgoolga Diggers Cup (Bm82)
Xtra Approval stands out with a strong heavy track record (3 wins from 18 starts) and consistent recent form. As a likely leader, he's well-positioned to control the race tempo. His ability to carry weight and recent placing further enhance his chances. The wide barrier is a concern, but his early speed should mitigate this issue.
Yendy presents as a strong contender with consistent recent form and a light weight. While her soft track record is good, limited heavy track experience is a concern. Her strong win rate (33%) and place rate (42%) indicate she's a genuine chance, but the wide barrier and heavy conditions introduce some uncertainty.
Mallee Boy Express offers value with a recent heavy track win and good record at Coffs Harbour. The light weight is advantageous in these conditions.
Ostracised represents value with consistent form and a proven ability on heavy tracks. A good barrier draw and recent winning form are positives.
- 1st7Ostracised$6.00
- 2nd3YendyJett Newman$2.20
- 3rd5Bow$10.00
- 4th2Xtra ApprovalShae Wilkes$9.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Ostracised | 2 | Donna Grisedale | 55kg | $6.00 | |
| 2nd | 3 | Yendy | 9 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 54.5kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 5 | Bow | 4 | Donna Grisedale | 55kg | $10.00 | |
| 4th | 2 | Xtra Approval | 8 | Shae Wilkes | A P Ball | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Havieron | 10 | Stephen Traecey | Donna Stoddart | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Monte Outlander | 1 | Ben Looker | N Mayfield-Smith | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Run Rory Run | 11 | A P Ball | 55kg | $7.00 | |
| 8th | 10 | Mallee Boy Express | 6 | Donna Grisedale | 55kg | $21.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Ocean Alps | 3 | Dylan Turner | P L Shailer | 60kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Leica Model | 7 | Stirling Osland | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Battledance | 5 | Ms J Lynch | 55kg |
Safety Beach Golf Club Country Boosted (Bm58)
Golden Honour stands out with exceptional heavy track credentials and consistent recent form. Well-weighted and likely to take up a forward position, this gelding is ideally suited to the conditions. The wide barrier is a concern, but his early speed and heavy track prowess should allow him to overcome it. Superior heavy track form compared to other selections.
Ronny Rock Art boasts an impressive track record and consistent form. The significant weight drop from his last start is highly advantageous. His heavy track form and familiarity with the course make him a strong contender despite the wide barrier. Slightly less suited to heavy conditions than Golden Honour, but more proven at the track.
Casino Bear offers solid credentials with good heavy track form and consistent recent performances. Well-weighted and drawn favorably, he has potential to perform well. While lacking recent wins, his ability to handle heavy going and consistent placings make him a strong contender. Not as proven on heavy tracks as the top two selections, but has a better barrier draw.
Spills shows consistent recent form and is well-weighted for this race. The good barrier draw should allow for a positive position in running.
- 1st8True Fairy$18.00
- 2nd14Flyball$13.00
- 3rd1Ronny Rock ArtGlenn Cahill$4.40
- 4th2Golden HonourAndrew Mallyon$4.60
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | True Fairy | 13 | D Chujo | 58.5kg | $18.00 | |
| 2nd | 14 | Flyball | 4 | S Farley | 55kg | $13.00 | |
| 3rd | 1 | Ronny Rock Art | 11 | Glenn Cahill | N J Osborne | 61.5kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 2 | Golden Honour | 16 | Andrew Mallyon | Glen Milligan | 62.5kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 4 | He''s A Copy Boy | 17 | Samantha McGuren | 59.5kg | $10.00 | |
| 6th | 5 | Spills | 7 | G C Kilner | 59.5kg | $7.50 | |
| 7th | 15 | Soyouthinkit''sover | 5 | Peter Graham | G J Howells | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Glassout | 2 | Teighan Worsnop | Glen Milligan | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Hardash | 1 | P Cheers | 55kg | $31.00 | |
| 10th | 11 | Bellascent | 12 | Joseph Burges | 55kg | $26.00 | |
| 11th | 17 | Gold Something | 10 | Ms M De Gonneville | 55kg | $151.00 | |
| 12th | 6 | Casino Bear | 8 | P Cheers | 58.5kg | $4.20 | |
| 13th | 16 | Bad Boy Darby | 15 | Daniel Wheeler | 55kg | $61.00 | |
| 14th | 7 | Irish Knight | 9 | Raymond Spokes | Brad Munro | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Talana | 3 | Sally Taylor | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Vence | 6 | Stirling Osland | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Empress Of Milan | 14 | S G Morton | 55kg |
Woolgoolga Seahorses RL (Bm58)
Telegraph stands out as the top selection with his excellent heavy track record and recent winning form in similar conditions. The significant class drop from BM66 to BM58 is a major advantage. While the wide barrier and top weight are concerns, his proven ability to handle heavy going and carry weight effectively outweigh these negatives. His consistent recent performances further bolster confidence.
Speedy Target presents a strong case with consistent recent form and a favorable weight and barrier draw. The main concern is his lack of heavy track experience, which puts him behind Telegraph. However, his improving form and tactical advantages make him a solid second choice, especially if the track improves.
Abrazen Laugh shows promise with improving form and a good record at the track and distance. The lightweight is advantageous, but lack of heavy track form is a significant unknown. He ranks below Telegraph and Speedy Target due to this uncertainty, but his consistent class level and recent performances make him a solid third choice.
Soobooco offers value with consistent form and the potential for improvement with the addition of visors. The slight class drop is favorable, and his ability to carry weight is a positive.
- 1st2SooboocoLuke Rolls$6.00
- 2nd7Speedy TargetGlenn Cahill$4.80
- 3rd9ExorealmJon Grisedale$9.00
- 4th3Where''s The Fire$15.00
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Soobooco | 14 | Luke Rolls | T G Payne | 62kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Speedy Target | 16 | Glenn Cahill | Donna Grisedale | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 9 | Exorealm | 9 | Jon Grisedale | Sally Taylor | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Where''s The Fire | 2 | A P Ball | 62kg | $15.00 | |
| 5th | 16 | Golden Galaxy | 10 | Ms M De Gonneville | 55kg | $61.00 | |
| 6th | 1 | Telegraph | 11 | Shae Wilkes | A P Ball | 61.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Another Balconyboy | 1 | Donna Grisedale | 55kg | $8.00 | |
| 8th | 11 | Reel Torque | 15 | B D Bellamy | 58kg | $13.00 | |
| 9th | 10 | La Cache A Vin | 6 | B D Bellamy | 58kg | $10.00 | |
| 10th | 13 | Abrazen Laugh | 8 | Samantha McGuren | 56.5kg | $11.00 | |
| 11th | 12 | My Diamond Boy | 3 | Shannon Manwarring | 57.5kg | $51.00 | |
| 12th | 14 | Endangered Species | 7 | Cathy Chapman | 56kg | $26.00 | |
| 13th | 4 | Adamdeeant | 5 | A P Ball | 60kg | $13.00 | |
| Scr | 5 | Fast Fusion | 4 | Phil Bobic | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Humphree Bear | 12 | Teighan Worsnop | G C Kilner | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Mawsons Expedition | 13 | Samantha McGuren | 58.5kg |
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