Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Saturday 19 July 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Gosford. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Mountain Queen showed great potential on debut, finishing a close 3rd over 1300m on a soft track. The lightweight and good barrier draw are significant advantages. As a lightly-raced filly from a strong stable, there's likely more improvement to come second-up. The step up in distance should suit based on her running style.
Sleuth brings the most experience to the race with consistent form and multiple placings. The gelding has proven ability at the distance and on soft tracks. However, the top weight and wide barrier are concerns.
Tequisoda impressed on debut with a strong 2nd place finish on a soft track. The colt has shown ability to handle the conditions and has room for improvement. While carrying slightly more weight than the top pick, the good barrier draw and strong connections are positives. The step up in distance is a question mark but breeding suggests it should suit.
Contemplates showed promise on debut with a 3rd place finish. The filly carries a light weight which is advantageous on the soft track. From a strong stable and with a good jockey booked, there's potential for significant improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Gallahop | 1 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Sleuth | 6 | Brock Ryan | C E Conners | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 7 | Contemplates | 5 | Grant Buckley | James Cummings | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Mountain Queen | 4 | K S Latham | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $1.40 |
| 5th | 1 | Highland Lad | 2 | Andrew Gibbons | James Ponsonby | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Machination | 3 | Jessica Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 59kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Omaha Sand | 8 | Matthew Smith | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Tequisoda | 7 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 56.5kg |
Louisburgh presents as the top selection with consistent recent form, including multiple placings. Despite not yet winning, the weight drop and strong jockey booking enhance its chances in this provincial maiden.
Say Yes, from the Chris Waller stable, makes its debut with promising factors. The advantageous barrier and strategic gear changes suggest readiness. While unraced, the stable's strong record with debutants and provincial maidens makes this a solid second pick.
Crown The King offers intrigue as a fresh runner after gelding. Gear changes suggest improved focus, but the long break and unproven soft track form introduce some uncertainty.
The addition of blinkers, favorable barrier, and class drop suggest potential improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Aligned | 1 | Mitchell Bell | Peter Snowden | 56kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | Louisburgh | 7 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Crown The King | 6 | R Downey | Bjorn Baker | 57.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 4 | Say Yes | 5 | W F Pinn | C J Waller | 57kg | $3.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Precious Girl | 4 | Olivia Chambers | Denim Wynen | 53kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Brundee Tom | 3 | Jessica Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Dundalia | 2 | Christian Reith | David Payne | 57kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Cheeky Smirk | 8 | Jeff Penza | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Not So Wrong | 9 | K S Latham | Richard & Will Freedman | 55.5kg |
Tides Turning presents as the top selection with impressive recent form, including a last-start win on heavy going. The lightweight and improving profile suggest further upside, though the class rise is a consideration.
Maybe Moet has a strong win rate and proven soft track form, making her well-suited to conditions. The inside barrier is advantageous at Gosford, and she's proven competitive at this class level. The main concerns are the top weight and lengthy spell since her last run.
Eccedere brings consistent form and soft track winning experience to this race. The good barrier draw is favorable, and she's proven over the distance. However, the top weight and long spell are significant negatives to consider. The slight class rise adds another challenge.
Tonkatsu Goddess offers value with consistent form and a strong place strike rate. She brings recent racing fitness and is proven at this class level.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Tonkatsu Goddess | 6 | Ms L Day | Matthew Smith | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 6 | All Too Wild | 3 | Serg Lisnyy | T J Bartley | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Maybe Moet | 1 | W F Pinn | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $2.45 |
| 4th | 8 | Paji Briway | 2 | Grant Buckley | Wayne Seelin | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Eccedere | 4 | K S Latham | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 3 | Tides Turning | 7 | Mollie Fitzgerald | T P Croft | 56kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Magical Elegance | 8 | Donovan Dillon | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | All Too Sneaky | 5 | D Lane | 55kg |
Despite carrying top weight, the compressed weight scale minimizes this disadvantage. The wider barrier is a slight concern but his early speed should allow him to overcome this.
Vinniro is a strong second pick, benefiting from a significant class drop and consistent recent form. His proven ability on soft tracks and favorable barrier draw make him a serious contender.
Omnic is a solid third pick with consistent placing ability and an advantageous inside barrier draw. His soft track record and slight class drop are positives.
The gear change and potential for improvement as a lightly raced runner add to his appeal. However, the lack of soft track experience and significant class rise are notable risks.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Orthies | 6 | R Downey | G McFarlane | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Harlex | 8 | Mollie Fitzgerald | P M Perry | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 7 | Jared | 3 | K S Latham | Ms K Waugh | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Red Spector | 2 | Mitchell Bell | Jake Hull | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Omnic | 1 | Mitch Stapleford | C Maher | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Vinniro | 7 | Jeff Penza | Peter Snowden | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 6 | Cifonelli | 4 | Brock Ryan | G Portelli | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 8 | King Tat | 5 | Nyssa Burrells | Andrew Jenkyn | 55kg | $201.00 |
Valilee presents as a well-prepared first starter from a capable stable. The gear changes (ear muffs pre-race, tongue tie) suggest readiness for debut. Well-weighted and drawn favorably in barrier 8, the horse should find a good position in the speed map. The soft track is an unknown, but overall profile is promising.
The light weight of 52kg is advantageous, especially on a soft track. While unproven in these conditions and coming off a break, the inside barrier and strong underlying form make this filly a serious contender.
Miss Orth enters as an intriguing first starter with a light weight that should be beneficial on the soft track. The addition of a tongue tie suggests readiness for debut.
Second-up improvement is likely, and the advantageous barrier 7 should allow for a good position.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Valilee | 8 | Mitchell Bell | Jake Hull | 59kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 1 | Blue Suede Hooves | 3 | Ms K Waugh | 59kg | $31.00 | |
| 3rd | 12 | You''re The Choice | 2 | Mitch Stapleford | Brad Widdup | 52kg | $2.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Charlina | 7 | K S Latham | Jason Attard | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Triple Triple | 9 | Olivia Chambers | Denim Wynen | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Grey Belief | 6 | Grant Buckley | T P Croft | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Unite The Stars | 10 | Emma Ly | Blake Ryan | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Miss Orth | 11 | Mollie Fitzgerald | G McFarlane | 53kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 8 | The Bubayaga | 4 | Jeff Penza | Jacqueline Greentree | 56.5kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 4 | I''m Opinionated | 12 | D Lane | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Gladstone Grande | 5 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Midnight Rabble | 1 | Allan Kehoe | 56.5kg |
Charleroi presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including two wins from his last five starts. With a proven record on soft tracks and a significant weight advantage, Charleroi is well-positioned to handle the conditions and class rise.
Hooligan Tommy is a consistent performer with a strong record at this distance and class level. His recent win and good soft track record make him a solid contender. While carrying top weight is a concern, his experience and consistency offset this disadvantage, making him a strong second pick.
Heaven Bound comes into this race with recent winning form over a similar distance. Her track experience and consistency at this class level are positives.
Zip On By represents value in this field with improving form, including a win and second in her last two starts. Despite limited experience at this distance and class, her current form and conditions suit, making her an attractive value proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Hooligan Tommy | 5 | Mitch Stapleford | J G Sargent | 60kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Charleroi | 3 | W F Pinn | Sara Ryan | 59kg | $2.25 |
| 3rd | 4 | Heaven Bound | 2 | Brock Ryan | Blake Ryan | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Zip On By | 7 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms K Gavenlock | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Etched In Time | 1 | K S Latham | Richard & Will Freedman | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Chateaux Park | 4 | Mitchell Bell | J C Coyle | 55kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Cash Me | 6 | Jessica Taylor | J M Austin | 59kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Wealthy Investor | 8 | D Lane | 55.5kg |
Impact Zone brings strong credentials into this race. Coming off a disappointing run in Listed company, the significant class drop should see vast improvement. With proven soft track form and a win over this distance, the colt looks well-placed to bounce back. Mitchell Bell is a positive jockey booking.
While first-up from a long spell is a concern, the gelding is well-weighted and drawn to get an ideal run. The soft track is the main query, but overall form suggests a strong showing.
Sneaky Choice comes off a last-start win on a soft track, which bodes well for today's conditions. The filly is proven at this distance and has drawn well. While facing a slight class rise, the recent win and strong jockey booking of Grant Buckley suggest she can be competitive.
Calido Magic offers value in this field. While facing a class rise and drawn wide, the gelding's consistent form and proven ability at the distance make him an interesting prospect. The lightweight and experienced jockey are positives, though the soft track is a query.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Calido Magic | 9 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 54kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Royal Bombadier | 5 | Mollie Fitzgerald | T P Croft | 53kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Impact Zone | 8 | Mitchell Bell | Peter Snowden | 57.5kg | $3.60 |
| 4th | 5 | Exotique | 1 | Serg Lisnyy | T J Bartley | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Can''t Touch This | 4 | Jeff Penza | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Sneaky Choice | 6 | Grant Buckley | Brad Widdup | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Bold Bidder | 2 | R Downey | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 8th | 9 | Nominator | 7 | Nyssa Burrells | Andrew Jenkyn | 55kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Song For Rosie | 3 | T J Bartley | 55kg |
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