Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Wednesday 23 July 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Sandown Hillside. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Leaving Las Vegas has been knocking on the door with multiple placings and looks primed to break through. The consistent gelding has the best time at this distance and should be suited by the likely fast tempo. With a strong jockey booking in Craig Williams, he appears well-placed to score his maiden win.
The inside barrier draw and Jamie Kah in the saddle are significant positives. While the 63-day break is a slight concern, her overall form and ability to run on strongly make her a major contender.
Jamesjohno has been racing consistently and looks well-placed from barrier 3. He should be able to take up a forward position in what's likely to be a fast-paced race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Jamesjohno | 3 | Declan Bates | Archie Alexander | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Leaving Las Vegas | 4 | Craig Williams | P Stokes | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Mini Angel | 2 | Jamie Kah | C Maher | 56kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 5 | Rock Them Jools | 9 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Vadar | 7 | Thomas Stockdale | Aaron Laing | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Lumosity | 1 | Logan Bates | Ms C Alderson | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Midnight In Minori | 6 | Luke Cartwright | Clayton Douglas | 53kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Princess Painton | 5 | Blake Shinn | P Stokes | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 9th | 3 | Kaazi | 10 | Daniel Moor | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Isalot | 8 | Jacob Noonan | Dylan Dunn | 58kg |
Despite a wide barrier, her consistent performances and strong win rate make her the top pick. The slight weight increase is offset by her proven class.
Shinjina, while lacking form data, has several factors in her favor. The light weight and strong connections suggest potential.
Inspirational Lass, while unraced, has several positives. The good barrier draw and engagement of a top jockey are significant. The gear changes suggest the stable expects a forward showing first-up.
The inside barrier and booking of Craig Williams are significant positives.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Tiz Worthy | 3 | Jamie Kah | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 56kg | $20.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Saluted | 10 | Logan Bates | R D Griffiths | 56kg | $1.60 |
| 3rd | 11 | Shinjina | 11 | Blake Shinn | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 12 | Tallingas Immortal | 1 | Luke Cartwright | Matthew Hahne | 52kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Idleonby | 9 | J Radley | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 53kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Shahar | 2 | Craig Williams | Amy & Ash Yargi | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 4 | Beautiful Bevy | 5 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Billie | 8 | Daniel Moor | Dominic Sutton | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Inspirational Lass | 6 | Jye Mc Neil | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 7 | I Am Popular | 7 | Beau Mertens | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 55kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Betty''s Impact | 12 | Craig Newitt | Tim Hughes | 55kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Servenia | 4 | C I Brown | 55kg |
Takeko stands out with an impressive 43% win rate and consistent recent form. Despite the class rise and top weight, her best time at the distance and suitability to the likely fast tempo make her the top selection. The barrier draw should allow her to settle midfield and finish strongly.
As a likely leader, she should control the race from the front. However, her lower win rate and top weight are slight concerns. Still, her consistency and proven ability make her a solid second pick.
Bonnie Amore comes into this race with improving form, including a recent win. Her best time at the distance is impressive, and she's well-weighted for this contest. The likely fast tempo should suit her running style, but she may need some luck from barrier 6.
The class rise is a concern, but with Craig Williams in the saddle and her proven ability at the distance, she's a solid value selection.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Kiko | 7 | Logan Bates | J T Conlan | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Takeko | 8 | Thomas Prebble | G M Begg | 58.5kg | $2.45 |
| 3rd | 4 | Bella Cinque | 5 | Hannah Edgley | G B Andrews | 56kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 5 | Bonnaroo | 4 | Jordyn Weatherley | M W Young | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Mrs Archibald | 1 | Ms J Kennedy | Jason Warren | 54.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Sioux Spirit | 9 | Thomas Stockdale | Jerome Hunter | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Bonnie Amore | 6 | Daniel Moor | G Eurell | 58kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 7 | A Hidden Treasure | 10 | Craig Williams | D C Harrison | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Laura''s Gold | 3 | Luke Cartwright | Mitchell Leek | 53kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Friendzoned | 2 | Jason Warren | 55kg |
Silver Cliff presents as the top selection with consistent form, including 2 wins from her last 3 starts. Her soft track record is impressive, and she's well-weighted at 58kg. The expected moderate-fast tempo should suit her running style, allowing her to finish strongly.
Here The Crowd is a strong fresh performer with an excellent jockey booking in Jamie Kah. The weight and barrier draw are favorable for soft track conditions. While unproven at 1300m, her fresh form and tactical advantages make her a solid second pick.
She's been consistent recently and has soft track experience. The jockey/trainer combination is strong, and she's well-weighted.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Cinematic Star | 1 | Blake Shinn | C Maher | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Here The Crowd | 5 | Logan Bates | C Maher | 55.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 1 | Honor Galore | 3 | J Radley | C I Brown | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Queen Of Tuscany | 4 | Sheridan Clarke | R D Griffiths | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Stupendous | 6 | Jamie Kah | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Silver Cliff | 8 | Luke Cartwright | P F Ryan | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Choice Witness | 2 | Ms J Kennedy | Ben Brisbourne | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Manhattan View | 7 | Tayla Childs | R J Meunier | 54kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Tango Jewel | 9 | Craig Williams | Jamie Edwards | 61kg |
Rosso brings solid recent form into this race, including a close second last start over 2450m. The drop back in class is a significant positive, and he's well-weighted with 58.5kg. Thomas Prebble is a strong jockey booking, and the likely moderate tempo should suit his running style. Main concern is his unproven record beyond 2000m.
The Cunning Fox boasts an impressive 31% win rate and has proven ability over the distance. As a likely leader, he should have tactical control in a moderately-paced race. The slight drop in class is favorable, but he must overcome top weight and a 52-day break since his last run. His lack of experience at Sandown-Hillside is a minor concern.
Bellakai enters this race with consistent recent form, including a close second last start over 2400m. Blake Shinn is a significant jockey booking, and the mare is well-weighted with 58kg. She's proven over the distance but faces a slight rise in class and an unfavorable wide barrier draw. Her lack of experience at Sandown-Hillside is a minor concern.
With only 56kg, she gets in light and shows an improving form trend. However, she's yet to prove herself over 2400m and has an inconsistent win record. The midfield barrier draw is neutral.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Lunar Powered | 6 | Luke Cartwright | M C Kent | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 14 | Shrewsbury Road | 8 | Jye Mc Neil | Simon Zahra | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | The Cunning Fox | 10 | Ms J Kennedy | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Shultzy | 1 | Lachlan King | Pat Cannon | 61kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Wealdstone | 5 | Patrick Moloney | J T Conlan | 59kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Parvati Party | 9 | Ryan Houston | M J Williams | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Duke Of Hastings | 11 | Thomas Stockdale | Simon Zahra | 61kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Piplup | 4 | Craig Williams | M C Kent | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 6 | Legatus | 12 | Sheridan Clarke | J F Moloney | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Rosso | 7 | Thomas Prebble | A & S Freedman | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Aerospace | 2 | Jett Stanley | Shannon Roughan | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 15 | Tavistock Dancer | 14 | Amy Herrmann | M & L Cerchi | 54kg | $201.00 |
| 13th | 10 | Bellakai | 3 | Blake Shinn | Symon Wilde | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 14th | 1 | Dashwood | 15 | Logan Bates | Ms C Alderson | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 7 | So Suave | 13 | Jamie Kah | C J Waller | 59kg |
Betwitchery presents as the top selection with consistent form, including strong performances on soft tracks. While stepping up in grade, her recent form and track suitability make her a strong contender.
Miss Castelvecchio comes off a last-start win and shows improving form. The filly carries a light weight and has drawn well. While lacking experience on soft tracks, her recent performances and weight advantage make her a strong second pick.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Betwitchery | 2 | Blake Shinn | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 12 | Chocolate Box | 6 | Jamie Mott | Ms W Kelly | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Silent Shares | 15 | Ethan Brown | Gavin Bedggood | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Miss Castelvecchio | 7 | Luke Cartwright | Charlotte Littlefield | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Sephia | 4 | Beau Mertens | Symon Wilde | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Double Pi | 5 | Ben Melham | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 16 | Simply Outrageous | 8 | Logan Bates | T & C McEvoy | 55.5kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 17 | Serial Celebrator | 3 | Hannah Edgley | P Stokes | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Home Zone | 1 | J Radley | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 1 | Icy Pole | 9 | Ryan Houston | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Flattered | 10 | Thomas Prebble | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Divine Justice | 12 | Jamie Kah | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Butternut Princess | 11 | Emily Pozman | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Dobkins | 17 | Craig Williams | Symon Wilde | 59kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Surfin'' Bird | 14 | Jett Stanley | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Mrs Secombe | 13 | Ms J Kennedy | Robert Hickmott | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Murmullo | 16 | Daniel Moor | T Busuttin & N Young | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Frisky Freyja | 18 | D Binaisse | 56kg |
Impending Link presents as the top selection with consistent form, a strong track/distance record, and is dropping in class. The horse carries a favorable weight and has shown ability to perform well in similar conditions. Despite a slightly wide barrier, the overall form and class edge make this runner the most likely winner.
New Sovereign has excellent fresh form and a high win rate, making it a strong contender. The good barrier draw and suitability to the track condition are positives. However, the long break since last run and slight class rise introduce some uncertainty, placing it as the second selection.
Castle On High shows consistent recent form and is well drawn. The improving pattern and weight advantage are positives. However, the class rise and limited experience at this distance introduce some risk. This horse rounds out the top three selections with potential for improvement.
The recent winning form and improving pattern are positives, along with the weight relief.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Castle On High | 1 | Patrick Moloney | C I Brown | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Rogue Rocker | 3 | Jamie Mott | M M Laurie | 62kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Impending Link | 4 | Daniel Moor | G Eurell | 60.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Flying Mikki | 16 | Jack Hill | D M Noonan | 61kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 16 | Teser | 13 | Jordan Childs | G Eurell | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Jareth | 12 | John Allen | C Maher | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Shiny New Deel | 17 | Logan Bates | Gavin Bedggood | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Varane | 14 | Craig Williams | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Cameron Falls | 6 | Jett Stanley | Lee & Shannon Hope | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Truffle Finder | 15 | Ben Melham | C W McDonald | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Delightful Journey | 11 | Ryan Houston | Christine Sexton | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Danaustar | 10 | Beau Mertens | Mitchell Freedman | 61kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 12 | Loose On Gin | 8 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 14th | 6 | New Sovereign | 5 | Blake Shinn | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $2.70 |
| 15th | 13 | Autumn Storm | 7 | Jye Mc Neil | R D Griffiths | 58.5kg | $20.00 |
| 16th | 10 | Broken Hill | 2 | Melissa Julius | D M Noonan | 59kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Howdy | 9 | Michael Trotter | 59kg |
Well suited by the Good track and has a strong record at the track and distance. Jamie Mott is a positive jockey booking and the horse appears well weighted. Represents the best winning chance in a competitive field.
Farnborough comes off a strong 2nd placing last start and drops in both weight and class for this assignment. The booking of John Allen is a significant positive and the horse should be suited by the Good track. While the barrier is slightly awkward, Farnborough has tactical speed to overcome it.
Notabadbuy boasts an impressive fresh record and drops significantly in weight for this assignment. The booking of Ben Melham is a strong positive and the horse should be well suited by the Good track. While the long break between runs is a slight concern, the stable is adept at having horses ready first-up.
The booking of Blake Shinn is a significant positive and the horse is well weighted.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Reset The Jazz | 13 | J Radley | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58.5kg | $20.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | Farhh Flung | 4 | Jamie Kah | D T O''Brien | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 14 | Farnborough | 11 | John Allen | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 17 | Private Jumbo | 9 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 15 | Sir Atlas | 7 | Jamie Mott | L Smith | 59kg | $2.25 |
| 6th | 9 | Princeofnottingham | 2 | Logan Bates | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Falcon Of Malta | 1 | Ryan Houston | Gavin Bedggood | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Georgie Get Mad | 12 | Lachlan King | Denis Pagan | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 16 | Magarten | 15 | Blake Shinn | Jerome Hunter | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 10th | 3 | Savoir Faire | 5 | Thomas Prebble | M W Walker | 60kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Pittsburgh Pirate | 6 | Jordyn Weatherley | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Notabadbuy | 8 | Ben Melham | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 61kg | $16.00 |
| 13th | 19 | Tikemyson | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Symon Wilde | 58.5kg | $71.00 |
| 14th | 1 | Umgawa | 19 | Hannah Edgley | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Black Storm | 20 | Ms J Kennedy | T Fitzsimmons | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Jabbawockeez | 17 | Tom Dabernig | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | The Creator | 16 | Luke Cartwright | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Prix De Turn | 3 | Sheridan Clarke | Matthew Brown | 57kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Igotcha | 14 | Craig Williams | C Maher | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 20 | Van Roy | 18 | Melea Castle | David Brideoake & Matt Jenkins | 58kg |
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