Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Tuesday 1 July 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Ballarat Synthetic. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Keeni presents as the top selection with a strong recent performance, ideal weight, and advantageous barrier draw. While inexperienced, the combination of factors suggests she's well-positioned to break through for a maiden win.
Bialiatski is an intriguing prospect on debut with several factors in his favor. The advantageous barrier draw and top jockey booking suggest connections expect a strong showing. While unraced and carrying top weight, the potential for improvement and likely on-pace position make him a worthy inclusion in selections.
His experience at the distance and likely front-running position make him a strong contender. While yet to break through for a win, his form suggests he's knocking on the door and should be right in the finish.
The weight advantage and inside barrier draw further enhance her chances.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Keeni | 1 | Will Price | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $1.45 |
| 2nd | 1 | Bialiatski | 2 | John Allen | W Morrissey | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Invinciboo | 4 | Mr M Aitken | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Kazza Joy | 8 | Ms J Kennedy | Dan O''Sullivan | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Coronation Day | 9 | Anthony Darmanin | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Strazz | 10 | Harry Grace | L J Cadzow | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Mr Lopez | 5 | Neil Farley | Ms K McAdam | 58kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Deccan Odyssey | 6 | Declan Bates | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Zouthila | 7 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 58kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Cartier Island | 3 | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Clarapatra | 11 | A R McGregor | 56kg |
Well-weighted and proven over the distance, she appears ready to break through for a maiden win. The synthetic surface is the main query, but her adaptability to different track conditions is encouraging.
Brother Quickie has shown strong recent form with placings in two of his last three starts. While yet to win, his consistency suggests he's knocking on the door. The main concern is his lack of experience at this track and distance.
Emmcee has been a consistent placegetter and comes into this race well-weighted. The Hayes/Darmanin combination is strong, and the horse should be fresh after a break. Still, his consistency makes him a top 3 selection.
The weight relief is beneficial, though he still carries top weight.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | All In Vain | 8 | Neil Farley | Shay Keating | 59.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 3 | Brother Quickie | 5 | Will Price | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Team Heist | 4 | John Allen | John McArdle | 57.5kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 5 | Glowing Command | 3 | Ryan Hurdle | L J Cadzow | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Reward The Crown | 2 | Lucinda Doodt | Brian Lawlor | 59.5kg | $3.90 |
| 6th | 9 | Last Summer | 9 | T Ladd | Anthony Cosgriff | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Lord Chapel | 6 | Thomas Spillane | R A Hockley | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Artie''s Fury | 1 | Declan Bates | J F Moloney | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Emmcee | 7 | Anthony Darmanin | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg |
The improving form trend and strong jockey booking further enhance its chances. While unproven at the distance, the overall form suggests it should handle the step up in trip.
Rivazza shows consistent form and has a top jockey in John Allen. The wide barrier is a concern, but the overall profile suggests a strong chance at place or better.
Calgary Flyer could improve with blinkers on for the first time. The distance is a query, but if it can dictate terms from the front, it could be hard to run down.
The gear change could spark improvement, and it may appreciate the synthetic surface.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Dun Wondering | 7 | E J Walsh | Matthew Cumani | 59.5kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Wet ''n'' Dry | 8 | Jake Duffy | Shay Keating | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Rivazza | 9 | John Allen | Ms M Cunningham | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Calgary Flyer | 5 | Sarah Field | Dan O''Sullivan | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Candidasa | 4 | Declan Bates | J F Moloney | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Battle Point | 6 | Cian Macredmond | Julie Scott | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Sitar | 10 | Neil Farley | Rachel Samsonenko | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 4 | I''m Inspired | 11 | Brad Rawiller | S B Laming | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Not Fake | 3 | Thomas Spillane | R A Hockley | 53.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Spot The Grey | 1 | T Ladd | Anthony Cosgriff | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | I Am Smiling | 2 | Ms J Kennedy | Matthew Cumani | 57.5kg |
Albanian Star presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including a win at this track and distance. The mare has proven ability on synthetic surfaces and carries a suitable weight. While facing a slight class rise, her consistency and track record make her a solid prospect.
She Mogul is a class performer stepping back in grade. With consistent recent form and a strong jockey booking, she's well-positioned to challenge for the win. The wide draw is a concern, but her class and weight advantage make her a strong contender.
Forest Diamond shows improving form and gets significant weight relief. With a good barrier draw and likely soft run, she's well-positioned to challenge. The main concerns are her unproven record at the distance and on synthetic tracks, but the overall package is appealing.
Coming off a good 4th place finish, she carries the minimum weight and has drawn an advantageous inside barrier. While facing a class rise and unproven at the distance, her light weight and potential for improvement make her an interesting longshot.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | She Mogul | 8 | John Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 5 | Forest Diamond | 3 | Sarah Field | Ms M Cunningham | 53kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Radstar | 5 | Neil Farley | Thomas Carberry | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Albanian Star | 6 | Alana Kelly | Reece Goodwin | 56kg | $2.80 |
| 5th | 7 | Odyssey Arrow | 4 | Will Price | P Koumis | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Dandino Belle | 2 | Ms J Kennedy | Dane Smith | 54kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Minamishima | 1 | Harry Grace | R J Meunier | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Elaborate Ruse | 7 | Amy Herrmann | Deanne Taylor | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Kipyegon | 9 | Liam Riordan | Reece Goodwin | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
Delivering presents as the standout selection with a recent synthetic track win and consistently strong form. The slight class rise is offset by its proven ability on synthetic surfaces.
Well-suited to the synthetic surface and carrying a competitive weight, this gelding is poised for a strong showing. The slight class rise and wider barrier are minor concerns in an otherwise compelling form profile.
Williamstown brings class to the race with an excellent record at the distance and proven ability to carry weight. The top weight is a concern, but his class edge could prove decisive.
Max Rock represents value in this field, coming off a recent win and showing improving form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Delivering | 7 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 60.5kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 8 | Absolute Sunshine | 9 | Anthony Darmanin | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Surely Special | 6 | Cian Macredmond | Ms M Cunningham | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 7 | It''sbruce | 5 | Ryan Hurdle | M J Seyers | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Call Up King | 1 | Mr M Aitken | Henry Dwyer | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Wats Normal | 10 | Jake Duffy | T & C McEvoy | 60kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 1 | Williamstown | 8 | Thomas Prebble | R J Blacker | 62.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Wash Ya Mouth Out | 2 | Jacob Noonan | Symon Wilde | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Max Rock | 11 | Harry Grace | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Anointed Lad | 4 | Liam Riordan | K & K Keys | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Vilnius | 12 | Steven Vella | Kylie Vella | 59kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Noble Legend | 3 | Sheridan Clarke | Carly Thomas | 57.5kg |
Well-weighted and likely to get a good run from the midfield in a fast-paced race. The synthetic surface is a query, but class suggests he should handle it. Represents the best winning chance based on overall form assessment.
Il Cubo brings consistent form into this race and drops in class. Likely to get a good run from midfield and has a strong place record. The synthetic surface is a query, but the class drop and consistency make him a solid each-way prospect.
Likely to lead and could improve with the gear change. Strong trainer and good fresh record suggest potential for a turnaround.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Il Cubo | 9 | Jacob Noonan | Reece Goodwin | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Mantua | 10 | John Allen | C Maher | 59kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 4 | Santastico | 1 | Ryan Hurdle | M J Seyers | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 1 | I Am War | 2 | Logan McNeil | T J Andrews | 61kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Sotomayor | 3 | Jordyn Weatherley | M M Laurie | 53.5kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Arezzo | 4 | Declan Bates | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56.5kg | $3.40 |
| 7th | 2 | Tolpuddle | 6 | Cian Macredmond | Andrew Noblet | 60kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Toompine | 5 | Jake Duffy | V L Malady | 60kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Scully | 8 | Neil Farley | Andrew Noblet | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Catalina Black Cat | 7 | Liam Riordan | Reece Goodwin | 55kg |
Sioux Spirit brings consistent form and a strong record at this distance. While carrying top weight and drawn wide, the mare's class and experience make her a strong contender. The synthetic surface is a question mark, but overall form suggests she should handle it.
Demojo has shown good recent form and gets an advantageous barrier draw. The removal of visors could sharpen him up. While carrying a high weight and unproven on synthetic, his overall form and tactical advantage from the barrier make him a solid contender.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Demojo | 3 | Steven Vella | Kylie Vella | 61.5kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Give Faith | 9 | Brad Rawiller | John McArdle | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | In Love | 5 | Ryan Hurdle | M J Seyers | 59.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 4 | El Salto | 15 | Thomas Spillane | L E Robertson | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Night Flash | 7 | Anthony Darmanin | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Whatdoya Mean | 2 | Neil Farley | Heath Chalmers | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Count Of Anjou | 13 | Danica Munro | Aftab Shaikh | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Ville De Lumiere | 6 | Cian Macredmond | T & C McEvoy | 59kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Donation | 14 | B J Goodwin | 57kg | $81.00 | |
| 10th | 1 | Sioux Spirit | 8 | Beau Treloar | Jerome Hunter | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 11th | 14 | Spinhof | 1 | Ms J Kennedy | Shay Keating | 56kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | I Am Piki | 12 | Ms D Keane | A & S Freedman | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Cool Charlie | 11 | Declan Bates | Erin Maher | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Timber Princess | 4 | Daniel Kelly | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Magestic Diva | 10 | K G McCartin | 54kg |
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