Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Northern Territory · Saturday 26 July 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Darwin. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Thank God I Gothim shows the most consistent recent form, with 3 placings in last 5 starts. 0 wins from 20 starts overall, but 0 wins from 2 starts at track suggests familiarity. Carries top weight but has strong weight-carrying ability.
No I''m Not has shown consistency with 0 wins from 9 starts at this track. Carries the lightest weight which is advantageous. Recent 2nd place finish indicates good current form.
Significant class drop from previous races is advantageous. 0 wins from 1 start when first-up indicates potential. However, 419 days since last run and carrying top weight are concerns.
0 wins from 5 starts when first-up suggests potential improvement. New gear (barrier blanket and tongue tie) could enhance performance. Significant class drop is favorable. However, weak recent form and long spell are concerns.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Predicting | 6 | R Vigar | Ms T Halter | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Thank God I Gothim | 4 | Aaron Sweeney | Andrew Perdon | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Cee Pee One | 5 | Jason Lyon | D Leech | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 8 | No I''m Not | 3 | Ms Jessica Booth | Chris Pollard | 53.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Juelene | 2 | Sonja D Wiseman | Tommy Logan | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 6 | Cassette | 1 | Hannah Le Blanc | Philip Cole | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Starlite Dexter | 7 | Jade Hampson | Kym Healy | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Nature Girl | 8 | Kristo Sardelic | Kym Healy | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
Pharoah Magic brings the strongest recent form into this race, with 2 wins from his last 3 starts. His track record at Fannie Bay is excellent with 5 wins from 11 starts.
Hello World has shown consistent form recently, including a win and placings. The favorable barrier draw and experienced jockey further enhance his chances in this race.
Devils Delight comes into this race with improving form, including a recent win. His track record at Fannie Bay is solid with 4 wins from 10 starts.
The addition of blinkers could provide the edge needed to be competitive in this race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Pharoah Magic | 8 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Vinnie''s Spirit | 1 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Terry Gillett | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Hello World | 6 | Sonja D Wiseman | Chris Nash | 57kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Devils Delight | 2 | Aaron Sweeney | G Clarke | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Damo Dayz | 3 | Paul Shiers | Paul Shiers | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Polarising | 7 | Jason Lyon | Tommy Logan | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Field Of Flutes | 5 | Kristo Sardelic | G Clarke | 59kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Munster | 9 | Ms Jessica Booth | N J Dyer | 56kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Brat | 4 | Stan Tsaikos | Terry Gillett | 55kg | $12.00 |
Wild Beau comes off a strong win and boasts an impressive track record. With a strong jockey booking and proven ability to carry weight, Wild Beau is well-positioned to continue its winning form.
Juice Box enters this race with strong recent form, including a win and a close second. While facing a slight class rise and unproven at this track, the mare's proven ability at the distance and competitive weight make her a strong contender. The booking of in-form jockey Sonja Wiseman further enhances her chances.
The experienced jockey booking is a positive, but the heavy weight and lack of track experience are concerns.
While unproven at this track, the gelding's competitive weight and potential for improvement make him an attractive each-way proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Wild Beau | 1 | Ms Jessica Booth | Ella Clarke | 58kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 6 | Juice Box | 3 | Sonja D Wiseman | Tommy Logan | 57.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 5 | Cap Ten | 2 | Kristo Sardelic | Ms H Lehmann | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Black Zous | 5 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Patriotic King | 6 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Rustic Boom | 4 | Stan Tsaikos | N J Dyer | 60.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Oakland Raider | 7 | Wayne Davis | Philip Cole | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Valabing | 8 | Jade Hampson | D Leech | 55kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Cripps Tonite | 9 | Philip Cole | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Hey Little Sister | 10 | Chris Pollard | 55kg |
Rossanado brings strong improving form into this race, with 1 win from 3 starts at Fannie Bay. The filly drops significantly in weight to 54kg and should get a good run from midfield in what's likely to be a fast-paced race. While facing a class rise, her recent form suggests she's up to the task.
Miami Baby has a strong record at Fannie Bay with 1 win from 3 starts, including 1 win from 2 starts at this track and distance. The gelding's consistent recent form and good barrier draw are positives, though he faces a class rise and carries more weight than some key rivals.
Forgetaboutit brings consistent form into this race, with strong placings in his last three starts. The gelding has a good barrier draw and a low weight, which should be advantageous. While he's yet to win at Fannie Bay, his proven ability at the distance and consistent form make him a solid contender.
The gelding has a strong record at Fannie Bay, particularly at this distance. His recent improving form, culminating in a win last start, and good barrier draw are positives.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Miami Baby | 7 | Jason Lyon | Chloe Baxter | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Rossanado | 9 | Paul Shiers | Paul Shiers | 54kg | $2.30 |
| 3rd | 1 | All Inclusive | 12 | Stan Tsaikos | G Clarke | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Buades | 4 | Ms Jessica Booth | Philip Cole | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Forgetaboutit | 2 | R Vigar | Terry Gillett | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Dynamic Theory | 3 | Sonja D Wiseman | Tommy Logan | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Buckleup Buddy | 10 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 55.5kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Alpha Street | 1 | Jarrod Todd | Ms H Lehmann | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Go Go Dolly | 5 | Jade Hampson | Kym Healy | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Dancer For Money | 8 | Wayne Davis | Philip Cole | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Mougenot | 11 | Kristo Sardelic | Kym Healy | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | The Accelator | 6 | Hannah Le Blanc | Ms K Petrick | 54kg |
Dummy Spit brings solid credentials with consistent recent form and a strong track record. Despite carrying top weight, the horse's front-running style and weight-for-age advantage make it a prime contender. Recent placings and familiarity with the track further bolster its chances.
Captain George presents a strong case with recent winning form and consistency at this distance. While the wide barrier is a concern, the horse's ability to perform well at this track and distance makes it a serious contender. The second-up stats are a slight worry but overall form is promising.
Starton has shown consistent form recently and is well-suited to the conditions. The horse's front-running style could be advantageous, especially given the likely race tempo. While facing a slight class rise and wide barrier, Starton's overall profile suggests it can be competitive in this field.
Beatification offers value with improving form and a significant weight advantage. While facing a significant class rise, the horse's track record and current form make it an intriguing value proposition in this field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dummy Spit | 7 | Sonja D Wiseman | Andrew Perdon | 61kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 4 | Rising Fire | 3 | Jason Lyon | Chloe Baxter | 60kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 2 | Starton | 9 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 60.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 11 | Carat Time | 1 | Vanessa Arnott | Jason Manning | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Travanti | 4 | Hannah Le Blanc | K J Lamprecht | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Mr Jones | 8 | Jade Hampson | Kym Healy | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Beatification | 12 | Ms Jessica Booth | Tommy Logan | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 8 | Collison | 11 | Aaron Sweeney | N J Dyer | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 12 | Exceedingly Magic | 2 | R Vigar | Philip Cole | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Captain George | 15 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 60kg | $7.00 |
| 11th | 14 | Boom Smash Opera | 14 | Paul Shiers | D Leech | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Astern Magic | 13 | Tommy Logan | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Envenomate | 6 | D Leech | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Lady Magnet | 10 | Philip Cole | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Barani | 5 | D Leech | 55kg |
The Final Word presents as the top selection with a strong recent form, boasting 3 wins from 6 starts. The lightweight and strong finishing ability make it well-positioned to handle the step up in class.
Pink Panther is a consistent performer with a strong track record at Fannie Bay and proven ability at the distance. The gelding's experience and high weight suggest class, but the top weight of 61kg could be challenging. The slight drop in class and experienced jockey are positive factors that make it a strong contender.
Villa Seventynine shows improving form with a recent win and placings. The lightweight and good barrier draw provide tactical advantages. Gear changes suggest the trainer is addressing issues, which could lead to further improvement. However, limited experience at this distance and a slight class rise are concerns.
Magic Defense offers value with a strong win rate and consistent recent form. Despite facing a significant class rise, the mare's competitive weight and potential for improvement make it an interesting prospect.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Villa Seventynine | 2 | Hannah Le Blanc | Chris Pollard | 56kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 3 | Seguso | 1 | Stan Tsaikos | G Clarke | 61kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | The Final Word | 7 | Sonja D Wiseman | D Leech | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Grinzinger Bishop | 4 | Jade Hampson | Kym Healy | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Magic Defense | 5 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Pink Panther | 3 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 61kg | $3.80 |
| 7th | 4 | Global Wonder | 10 | Aaron Sweeney | G Clarke | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 1 | He''s The Ultimate | 8 | Jason Lyon | Chloe Baxter | 61kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 5 | Funnyifitwon | 9 | R Vigar | Ms T Halter | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Equal Balance | 6 | Ms Jessica Booth | Kym Healy | 55kg | $9.00 |
Hasseltoff brings strong consistent form and class to this race. Despite carrying top weight, his record of 11 wins from 54 starts and 4 wins from 20 starts at the distance is impressive. He excels on good tracks with 10 wins from 39 starts.
Motorace presents as a strong lightweight chance with consistent recent form. With 5 wins from 20 starts and a good record at the distance (1 win from 3 starts), he's well-suited to this race. His good track record of 2 wins from 13 starts is favorable. The significant class rise is a concern, but the light weight offsets this.
Cinque Torri is a consistent performer with a solid record of 10 wins from 50 starts. His distance record of 2 wins from 11 starts and good track performance of 4 wins from 28 starts are favorable. While facing a significant class rise, his consistent recent form and solid weight make him a strong contender for a place.
With an impressive track record of 8 wins from 18 starts at Fannie Bay and 3 wins from 7 starts at this track and distance, he's a course specialist. His overall record of 9 wins from 38 starts and 4 wins from 10 starts at the distance show consistency.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Wolfburn | 3 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Hettinger | 8 | Ms Jessica Booth | N J Dyer | 54kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Cinque Torri | 12 | Paul Shiers | Ella Clarke | 62kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Motorace | 10 | Sonja D Wiseman | Michael Hickmott | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 13 | Awash | 4 | G Clarke | 54kg | $3.50 | |
| 6th | 10 | Venting | 11 | R Vigar | Ms K Petrick | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Write Your Name | 7 | Jade Hampson | D Leech | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Great Buy | 2 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Terry Gillett | 61kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Picaroon | 9 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Holstein | 6 | Wayne Davis | Philip Cole | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Bear Story | 1 | Aaron Sweeney | N J Dyer | 62.5kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 1 | Hasseltoff | 5 | Hannah Le Blanc | D Leech | 63kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Flash Flood | 14 | Jason Lyon | G Clarke | 60kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Funnyifitwon | 13 | Ms T Halter | 54kg |
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