Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Western Australia · Friday 25 July 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 6 races at Broome. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Despite being unproven at this distance, the gelding's consistent performance and weight advantage make it a strong contender. The significant class rise is a concern, but the horse's overall form suggests it can handle the challenge.
Crystal Vain is a solid second pick with consistent recent form and a strong record at this track. While carrying top weight is a concern, the gelding has demonstrated strong weight-carrying ability. The slight distance concern is offset by its overall strong performance on good tracks and recent form.
Starring Knight is a solid third pick with a strong record at this distance and good overall win rate. While recent form has been somewhat inconsistent, the gelding's performance on good tracks and at this distance make it a contender. The increased weight is a slight concern but not enough to discount its chances entirely.
The good second-up record and performance on good tracks make it an interesting longshot, despite being unproven at this distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Tinsnip | 2 | Bonnie Palise | S & J Casey | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Crystal Vain | 3 | Kate Pateman | D R Pateman | 62.5kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 4 | Bin Shalaa | 1 | Simone Altieri | Anthony Barton | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Mocha Dream | 5 | Rosie Mahoney | Robert Gulberti | 58.5kg | $2.90 |
| 5th | 2 | Starring Knight | 4 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 60kg | $5.50 |
Pacific Lady stands out with her strong recent form, including a close 2nd last start. Well-weighted at 55.5kg, she appears primed for a strong performance despite the slightly tricky barrier draw.
The Top Bar brings consistent form to this race, with a win and two placings in his last five starts. First-up from a spell, he has a good record when fresh. The top weight is a concern, but his class could overcome it.
With consistent recent form including three placings in his last five starts, an advantageous barrier draw, and a light weight of 53.5kg, he has the potential to outperform expectations. While his win record is not strong, the conditions of this race could suit him well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Private Sapling | 3 | Holly Nottle | Ms A J Smith | 53.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Dawn Retreat | 2 | Michael Heagney | M Ball | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Rodney Oh Rodney | 4 | Rosie Mahoney | J J Enright | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Star Hostess | 9 | Mollie Clark | Ms K Farrell | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Aphrodite Magic | 6 | Bonnie Palise | S & J Casey | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Lightning Gold | 12 | Elisha Whittington | M Ball | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 1 | The Top Bar | 7 | Ava Catarino | Ms J McLaughlin | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 8th | 3 | Dodge ''em | 11 | P Farrell | Ms K Farrell | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Topaz | 8 | Jerry Noske | Roy Rogers | 54.5kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Pacific Lady | 10 | Kate Pateman | D R Pateman | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 12 | I''m Super Cool | 5 | Sharni Webster | Roy Rogers | 51kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Make Your Point | 1 | Kyra Yuill | Ms J McLaughlin | 56.5kg |
Canggu presents as the top selection with an improving form trend and strong record at the distance. First up from spell, but has a solid first-up record. The slight class rise is offset by a competitive weight and proven ability at this level. Barrier 7 is workable with tactical riding.
Kings Call shows consistent recent form and has a good record at the track. Well-weighted and experienced, but the wide barrier (13) is a concern. The slight class drop suggests caution, but overall presents as a strong contender.
While rising in class, recent performances suggest improvement. The low overall win rate and unproven status at this distance are concerns, but the horse appears to be in career-best form.
Kings Sicario offers value as a consistent performer dropping in class.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Fries With That | 1 | P Farrell | Ms K Farrell | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Albert | 3 | Kate Pateman | J J Enright | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Granite Rock | 2 | Michael Heagney | M Ball | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Kings Sicario | 8 | Ms J Gray | D R Pateman | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Moment In The Sun | 9 | Ms J McLaughlin | 57.5kg | $21.00 | |
| 6th | 5 | Mr Hollywood | 4 | Simone Altieri | Ms A J Smith | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Fast John | 5 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 6 | Cousin Nicci | 11 | Jerry Noske | Roy Rogers | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Schuhbeck | 10 | Mollie Clark | Ms K Farrell | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Canggu | 7 | Rosie Mahoney | Robert Gulberti | 57kg | $3.10 |
| 11th | 1 | Kings Call | 13 | Ava Catarino | Ms J McLaughlin | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Hey Bull | 6 | Bonnie Palise | Ms C Godden | 54kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Drilling Rig | 12 | Kyra Yuill | Ms J McLaughlin | 57kg |
Commissions presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including 2 wins from his last 5 starts. He has a solid record at Broome with 1 win from 4 starts and appears well-weighted at 57.5kg. While facing a slight class rise, his consistency and current form make him a strong contender.
Plato Or Plomo is a strong second pick with an impressive 4 wins from 17 starts. The main concerns are the top weight of 60kg and a significant class rise, but his overall form and track record make him a serious contender.
Shoulder Patch is our third selection, boasting a solid record at Broome with 1 win from 4 starts. He's shown recent good form with a win and place in his last 3 starts and is well-weighted at 57.5kg. The main concerns are a significant class rise and a slightly declining form trend, but his track record and consistency make him a worthy contender.
He's a consistent performer with 3 wins from 26 starts and has a good record on good tracks. His recent form is encouraging with placings in his last 2 starts, and he's well-weighted at 54kg.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Commissions | 1 | Michael Heagney | K J Collins | 57.5kg | $2.15 |
| 2nd | 1 | Plato Or Plomo | 9 | Ms J Gray | D R Pateman | 60kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Street Maschino | 2 | Elisha Whittington | Ms C Godden | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Civvy Street | 8 | Bonnie Palise | S & J Casey | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Guard The Safe | 5 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Flash Paddy | 11 | Natika Riordan | S & J Casey | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Alotta Dane | 6 | Holly Nottle | Roy Rogers | 51kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 4 | More Likely | 7 | Rosie Mahoney | Robert Gulberti | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Shoulder Patch | 3 | Kyra Yuill | Ms J McLaughlin | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 10th | 10 | Cheddar Bob | 4 | P Farrell | M Ball | 54kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Hide The Oreos | 10 | Jerry Noske | Roy Rogers | 55kg |
Universal Playboy looks well-placed to score here second-up. With a strong record when second-up and consistent recent form, including a last-start win, the gelding should be primed for this assignment. Well-weighted and ideally drawn, he has a proven affinity for the track and looks the one to beat.
Close Talker brings solid credentials to this race with consistent recent form and a strong record at both the track and distance. Well-weighted and favorably drawn, the mare should be right in the finish. While not quite as appealing as Universal Playboy, she represents a strong chance.
Ocean Outlaw comes into this race off a last-start win over the same track and distance, which is a significant positive. The gelding has been consistent recently and gets the perfect draw and a light weight.
Coming off a last-start win and with consistent recent form, the gelding could surprise with improvement. While facing challenges with a wide draw and class rise, the lightweight and recent winning form make him an interesting longshot.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Universal Playboy | 7 | Simone Altieri | Anthony Barton | 57.5kg | $2.15 |
| 2nd | 3 | Big Shots | 4 | Ms J Gray | D R Pateman | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Close Talker | 5 | Kyra Yuill | Ms J McLaughlin | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Ocean Outlaw | 1 | Elisha Whittington | Ms J McLaughlin | 54kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Capricorn Man | 9 | Natika Riordan | S & J Casey | 61.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Berry Berry Good | 10 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 54kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 9 | City Of Sin | 11 | Mollie Clark | K L Moore | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Valaroc | 6 | Michael Heagney | M Ball | 54kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Isola Bay | 12 | Holly Nottle | Robert Gulberti | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 5 | I''m Not Slew | 8 | Bonnie Palise | Ms C Godden | 58kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Yardstick | 3 | Sharni Webster | Roy Rogers | 54kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Rose Of Denmark | 2 | Jerry Noske | Roy Rogers | 54kg |
The weight advantage and recent performances outweigh the slight barrier concern and class rise. The horse's ability to perform well across various distances adds versatility.
Gambler's Gold shows an improving form trend and has a solid record on good tracks. The horse's consistent place rate and suitable weight make it a strong contender.
The light weight is advantageous, but the wide barrier draw is a concern. While recent form is not as strong as the top two selections, the overall profile suggests potential for a strong performance.
Magnaburma offers value with strong consistent form and a solid record on good tracks.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Striking Fella | 2 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 56.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 10 | Magnaburma | 11 | Mollie Clark | Ms K Farrell | 54kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Gambler''s Gold | 4 | Kyra Yuill | D R Pateman | 57.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 5 | Red Rebel | 6 | Bonnie Palise | D R Pateman | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Find Your Man | 7 | Michael Heagney | M Ball | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Bambun Boy | 3 | Sharni Webster | Sue Olive | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Mirrorschino | 8 | Elisha Whittington | Ms A J Smith | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Candlelight Sherif | 9 | Jerry Noske | D R Pateman | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Divine Mercy | 10 | Holly Nottle | D R Pateman | 51kg | $10.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Masatora | 12 | Natika Riordan | D R Pateman | 51kg | $61.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Hafey | 13 | Kate Pateman | D R Pateman | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 12th | 3 | Advanced | 5 | P Farrell | Ms K Farrell | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 13 | High Commission | 1 | Ms J McLaughlin | 54kg |
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