Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Sunday 13 July 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Sunshine Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Vindicta stands out as the class runner of the field, dropping significantly in grade. With a strong record at the track and distance, and proven soft track form, he looks well-placed to return to the winner's circle. The inside barrier draw and strong jockey booking further enhance his chances.
Well-weighted and with a proven affinity for soft tracks, she looks capable of challenging the top selection despite the class rise.
Absinthe Cat brings solid recent form into this race, including a win two starts back. With a strong record on soft tracks and at this track/distance combination, he looks well-placed to run a competitive race despite the class rise. The lightweight and claim for Corey Sutherland are additional positives.
Dashing Hope represents value in this field, coming off a strong second-place finish just 7 days ago. The improving form trend and Anthony Allen in the saddle add to her appeal as a value selection.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Vindicta | 3 | Emily Lang | Jack Bruce | 60kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Gagnante Enchere | 1 | Tiffani Brooker | S A Dwyer | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Dashing Hope | 7 | Anthony Allen | T B Thomas | 54.5kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 3 | The Sour | 4 | Ms G Cartwright | Neil Hocking | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Absinthe Cat | 8 | Corey Sutherland | John Holcombe | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Hot Torque Invegas | 5 | Ceejay Graham | S W Kendrick | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Rare And Reliable | 6 | Justin P Stanley | L F Birchley | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Daunting Instinct | 2 | Luke Tarrant | Malcolm Bailey | 54kg | $101.00 |
Dropping in class from last start and drawn well in barrier 1, he should get an ideal run.
Air We Go boasts an impressive 50% win rate and has shown high suitability for soft tracks. His consistent recent form and fitness edge (21 days since last run) are positives. While mostly racing in lower class, his overall record and soft track ability make him a strong contender.
Laydownlily has a strong win rate and consistent form, with high suitability for soft tracks. The main concerns are the significant class rise and long break since her last run, but her overall profile makes her a solid contender.
Drawn well in barrier 4 and with only 9 days since his last run, he should be very fit.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Laydownlily | 9 | Tiffani Brooker | Taylah Mackinnon | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Air We Go | 8 | Ceejay Graham | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $1.95 |
| 3rd | 6 | State In Texas | 1 | Corey Sutherland | Jimmy Downes | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 9 | Apollo Ten | 4 | Cody Collis | Paul Butterworth | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Kat Chinna | 7 | Adam Sewell | G R Duncan | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Commandment | 5 | R Dolan | Ryan Tyrell | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Zingalong | 3 | P Hamblin | T N Miller | 59kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Keyboard | 6 | Ms N Summers | Darryl Johnston | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Tranquil Bay | 2 | Chelsea Baker | R L Heathcote | 58kg |
While yet to break through for a win, the gelding has been knocking on the door with multiple placings and appears well-suited to today's conditions.
While yet to win, the gelding has been competitive at this level and carries a suitable weight. The slightly wider barrier is the main concern, but overall presents as a solid chance.
Smart Shazza presents as an interesting prospect fresh up with a positive gear change. The advantageous barrier draw and potential for improvement as a lightly-raced mare are positives. However, the long break and limited race experience introduce some uncertainty.
The addition of blinkers, significant weight relief, and advantageous barrier draw could see improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Final Voyage | 8 | Ceejay Graham | Ms G Heinrich | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Smart Shazza | 6 | T Marshall | Jack Bruce | 56.5kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 2 | Corvalist | 7 | Olivia Webb | P J Wallace | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Silver Tap | 9 | R Dolan | Kerry Taplin | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Siglo De Oro | 2 | Justin Huxtable | Marcus Wilson | 58.5kg | $2.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Rip Up Ruby | 4 | Leah Martyn | G K Taylor | 53.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Overtern | 1 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Chick Chick Stick | 3 | Rob Thorburn | Melanie Finnigan | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Heavy Reign | 11 | Dale Smith | Belinda Mair | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Kananaskis | 10 | Corey Sutherland | Leanne Hartley | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Secret Caviar | 5 | Amy Graham | Grant Parker | 53kg | $81.00 |
With a proven ability on soft tracks and a significant class drop, he looks well-placed to break through for a maiden win. The wide barrier is a concern, but his early speed should allow him to overcome it.
Gozo showed promise on debut with a strong 2nd place finish on a soft track. The inside barrier draw and likely leader status are significant advantages. However, the lack of race experience and top weight are slight concerns in this field.
The inside barrier and class drop are positives, and the long break could see her return improved. However, the lack of proven form makes her a riskier proposition than the top two selections.
The addition of blinkers and a significant class drop could spark improvement. However, the lack of soft track form is a concern.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Gozo | 5 | Damien Thornton | R L Heathcote | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 3 | Varejao | 6 | Ceejay Graham | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 20 | Wax On Wax Off | 15 | D J Hansen | 57.5kg | $8.50 | |
| 4th | 14 | Miss Adrift | 20 | R Dolan | Louie Peoples | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 19 | Unclothed | 22 | Dylan Turner | P L Shailer | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Argyle Gold | 4 | Ms G Cartwright | B K Wakefield | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Little Miss Classy | 17 | T Marshall | R L Heathcote | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Birdsville Boy | 11 | B Lerena | R L Heathcote | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 22 | Wally''s Boy | 13 | T B Thomas | 57.5kg | $151.00 | |
| 10th | 17 | Helluvapunch | 2 | S W Kendrick | 57.5kg | $13.00 | |
| 11th | 11 | Amber Affair | 12 | Tiffani Brooker | Natalie McCall | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Aliquam | 3 | Justin P Stanley | L F Birchley | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 13th | 6 | Clearly Not | 9 | Olivia Kendal | Vic Heading | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 24 | Braidwood Rose | 7 | Luke Tarrant | Malcolm Bailey | 54.5kg | $201.00 |
| 15th | 18 | Kodomari | 1 | Adam Sewell | Laura Anderson | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Benefitsofmine | 14 | Natalie McCall | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Metalcraft | 18 | K M Schweida | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Tribesman | 19 | Belinda Mair | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Urban Lad | 21 | Chris & Corey Munce | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Le Notre | 16 | Jaden Lloyd | S B Laming | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Pearls In June | 10 | Luke Dempsey | B J Smith | 56kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Pronto Percy | 23 | David Murphy | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 21 | Mediterra | 24 | C Maher | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 23 | Vega Nova | 8 | Michael Nolan | 57kg |
Meltdown presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including a close 3rd last start over this track and distance. While yet to break through for a win, all signs point to a breakthrough performance here.
Atomic Gozen is showing progressive form, coming off a close 2nd last start on soft ground. The filly is well-suited by the track conditions and has a favorable barrier draw. While stepping up in distance, her lightweight and improving profile make her a strong contender in this field.
Out Of Turn has been knocking on the door with consistent performances in similar grade races. While drawn wide, the engagement of an experienced jockey is a plus. The main query is the step up to 1400m.
Paperino represents value in this field, coming off an improving 4th place finish last start. The filly has proven soft track form and carries a light weight.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Meltdown | 7 | Damien Thornton | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | $1.90 |
| 2nd | 9 | Atomic Gozen | 3 | Leslie Tilley | David Vandyke | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 2 | Let''s Do It Again | 2 | Justin Huxtable | J C Smerdon | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Beta Better | 5 | Nozi Tomizawa | T D Cowan | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Southern Draw | 4 | Corey Sutherland | Jeff Dunn | 56.5kg | $151.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Cut Diamonds | 1 | Olivia Kendal | Vic Heading | 54.5kg | $201.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Sunchelle | 6 | P Hamblin | T P Bita | 56.5kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Paperino | 11 | Ceejay Graham | Stephen McLean | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 7 | O''reilly''s Shout | 10 | Michael Hellyer | B & M Costello | 56.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Out Of Turn | 9 | Tiffani Brooker | G K Batts | 58kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Argerich | 8 | Luke Dempsey | R L Heathcote | 56.5kg |
Dracena brings the strongest recent form, having placed in Open company last start. The drop back to maiden grade is significant. The 155-day break is a slight concern, but her first-up record is solid.
Use Your Illusion is showing consistent improvement, culminating in a last-start third. The Soft track shouldn't pose issues, and the inside draw is advantageous. While yet to win, the horse is knocking on the door and should be competitive again.
The inside draw is a significant advantage, especially on a Soft track. While inexperienced and untested at the distance, the improving form and lightweight make this horse a solid each-way prospect.
The class rise is a concern, but her form suggests she can be competitive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Dracena | 6 | Anthony Allen | Troy Pascoe | 56kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 4 | Piston Rebel | 2 | Leslie Tilley | William Kropp | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Use Your Illusion | 4 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 58kg | $2.40 |
| 4th | 11 | Belle Of Berlin | 7 | Cody Collis | Ms G Heinrich | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Akku | 3 | Scott Sheargold | Leanne McCormick | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Dream Thinker | 14 | Ceejay Graham | T J Gollan | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 7 | The Adjusta | 1 | Justin Huxtable | Chris & Corey Munce | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Stabilizer | 10 | S Callow | B C Baker | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Sowilo Rodina | 9 | Luke Tarrant | Jan Pritchard | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 12 | City Bound | 8 | R Dolan | R L Heathcote | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Under Suspicion | 5 | Damien Thornton | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Ludwig | 12 | Ms G Cartwright | L J Gough | 58kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Meltdown | 11 | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Paperino | 13 | Stephen McLean | 56kg |
Streak Of Winning presents as the top selection with consistent form, a beneficial class drop, and proven soft track ability. The advantageous barrier draw should allow for a positive position in running. While first-up and carrying top weight, the overall form and class suggest a strong winning chance.
Sunlord offers strong value as a second pick. His fresh form and soft track specialization are significant positives. The slight class rise adds intrigue to an already compelling case.
Boondocks rounds out the top selections with consistent performance and a favorable barrier. The experience in higher class races is a plus, and the gear change could spark improvement. However, the poor soft track record and top weight are concerns that temper expectations.
Turbulent represents the best value in the race. The weight relief is advantageous, and soft track experience is a plus.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Boondocks | 4 | Ryan Wiggins | David Vandyke | 60kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 6 | Disselation | 8 | Damien Thornton | G A Thornton | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 15 | Miley''s Memory | 13 | Nozi Tomizawa | T D Cowan | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Sunlord | 9 | Luke Dempsey | Jack Bruce | 60kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Shadow Cruiser | 5 | Jaden Lloyd | S A Dwyer | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Better Be Nordy | 12 | R Dolan | R L Heathcote | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Keepmeinthelope | 7 | T Marshall | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Streak Of Winning | 3 | Ceejay Graham | S W Kendrick | 59.5kg | $2.35 |
| 9th | 7 | Turbulent | 10 | Dale Smith | S Strazzieri | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Brazen Kingdom | 11 | Justin Huxtable | T J Hurley | 59kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Ringer''s Reward | 16 | K R Kemp | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Cressbrook | 1 | Emily Lang | M J Lakey | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Umetini | 15 | Rob Thorburn | S W Kendrick | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Sweet Proposal | 14 | Cody Collis | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Hard To Dismiss | 2 | Billy Healey | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Reachover | 6 | Wayne O''Connell | 54kg |
The drop in class is significant and should offset the weight concerns. While untested at 1600m, the horse's running style suggests it will suit.
The good barrier draw and suitable weight are positives, but the horse is untested at this track and distance. The soft track should suit based on past performances.
Pireonti has a strong record at the track and distance, which is a significant advantage. The consistent form and gear change suggest potential improvement. While the high weight is a concern, the good barrier draw and experienced jockey offset this somewhat. Soft track performance is a slight query.
The lightweight and recent soft track win are positives, but the class rise and wider barrier are concerns.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Chayse ''n'' Adam | 4 | R Dolan | L D Kelly | 59kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 22 | Star Chance | 22 | Morgan Butler | Ms J Aitkenhead | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Pireonti | 2 | Corey Sutherland | J W Healy | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Judge Jack | 10 | Ceejay Graham | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 21 | The Love Of Mary | 21 | T J Hurley | 54kg | $71.00 | |
| 6th | 19 | Set Ablaze | 9 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 57kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Sammaan City | 3 | T Marshall | Jack Bruce | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Bit Of Grunt | 23 | Cody Collis | G R Duncan | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 20 | Star Anthem | 11 | Ms G Cartwright | M J Lakey | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Lou Vega | 6 | Emily Lang | J G Symons & S Laxon | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 11th | 16 | Snow Show | 13 | Ryan Wiggins | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Bokuden | 16 | Montana Philpot | Gregory Cornish | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Out Of Aces | 18 | Rob Thorburn | S W Kendrick | 60kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Better Yet | 12 | Indiana Turner | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Fourandahalf | 15 | Luke Dempsey | R L Heathcote | 60kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Hooks | 20 | Kerry Taplin | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Kovanos | 1 | Dylan Turner | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Hurricane Rosie | 7 | Jaden Lloyd | S B Laming | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Road To Paradise | 14 | Damien Thornton | Matthew Hoysted | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Suprendre | 17 | Phil Bobic | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Mister Hemsworth | 8 | Indiana Turner | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Crazy Eyed Fred | 19 | R G Kelly | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 23 | Avoid The Misstres | 5 | Indiana Turner | 54kg |
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