Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Monday 28 July 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Pakenham Synthetic. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Unifies presents as the top selection with strong recent form, consistent improvement, and a good draw. The Peter Moody-trained gelding should appreciate the step up to 1200m and has the tactical speed to overcome the wide barrier. While untested on synthetic, his overall profile suggests he's ready to break through.
Deccan Odyssey offers strong place credentials with consistent form and proven ability at the distance. The Hayes-trained gelding has been knocking on the door and could be ready to break through.
Celestial Option is a lightly-raced improver who showed promise with a recent 3rd place finish on this track and surface. The good barrier draw and proven synthetic form make him a strong contender. While yet to win, his upside and suitability to conditions warrant inclusion in selections.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Bardia''s Dream | 6 | Ryan Houston | Simon Zahra | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | The Secret | 8 | Jackie Beriman | Ms N Burke | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Manifest The Milli | 5 | Jordan Childs | D T O''Brien | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Smart And Mighty | 3 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 11 | She''s A Beauty | 7 | Jye Mc Neil | Jerome Hunter | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 1 | Alpine Fox | 13 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ms C Alderson | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Celestial Option | 9 | Lachlan King | R K Challis | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Red Feathers | 11 | Luke Cartwright | Shane Stockdale | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Gentleman Jim | 1 | Ben Allen | John R Allen | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Ilovethistown | 14 | Tatum Bull | Clayton Douglas | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Unifies | 12 | Ben Melham | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | $2.20 |
| 12th | 3 | Deccan Odyssey | 16 | Emily Pozman | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Highland Diva | 15 | Susie Wells | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Sharp Retort | 10 | Simon Zahra | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Surperb Frost | 2 | Zac Spain | M J Mehegan | 58kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Bitta Bon Magic | 17 | Jye Mc Neil | Mitchell Freedman | 58kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Gemofsixteencarats | 4 | Logan McGill | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Humble Hero | 18 | Sam Kennedy Roessling | Dylan Dunn | 55kg |
Audio Pop Cam presents as the standout selection despite being unraced. The McEvoy stable excels with first-starters, and the booking of Jamie Kah is significant. The 55kg impost gives a crucial weight advantage in this field. While the wide barrier is a slight concern, the horse's likely tactical speed should mitigate this issue on the synthetic track.
Melodia Perfecta brings solid form and experience to this race. With a strong record of placings and a good barrier draw, she's well-positioned to challenge for the win. Jordan Childs is a capable jockey who knows the horse well. While yet to break through for a win, her consistency suggests she's ready to peak.
Coming from the successful Freedman stable, this unraced filly could surprise on debut. The midfield barrier draw allows for tactical flexibility, and the lightweight should be advantageous. While inexperience is a concern, the stable's success with first-starters makes this a worthy value selection.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Audio Pop Cam | 13 | Jamie Kah | T & C McEvoy | 55kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 16 | Undisputable | 12 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Melodia Perfecta | 6 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 57.5kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 14 | Absolute Power | 7 | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 59.5kg | $16.00 | |
| 5th | 2 | Mr Crafty | 3 | Justin W Stanley | Ashleigh Smith | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Sunflower Liv | 10 | John McArdle | 55kg | $21.00 | |
| 7th | 13 | Spirit Of Gaia | 8 | Jackie Beriman | Ms N Burke | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Eureka Rose | 5 | Nathan Punch | Brian McGrath | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Petite Fleur | 11 | Jett Stanley | A & S Freedman | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Affirmations | 16 | Logan McNeil | T J Andrews | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Lady Nelly | 14 | Koby Jennings | Ryan Kirkhope | 57.5kg | $201.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Donut Von Horror | 18 | Adam Mc Cabe | Chris Diplock | 57.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Igotmymindonyou | 17 | Shane Stockdale | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Missile Girl | 4 | Luke Cartwright | Reece Goodwin | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Magick Media | 9 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 57kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Sweet Farnan | 2 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Flower Stomper | 15 | Jamie Mott | A & S Freedman | 57kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Normandy Lass | 1 | Luke Currie | R D Griffiths | 57.5kg |
Star Angel presents as the standout selection with strong recent form, including two seconds from last three starts. The addition of blinkers for the first time should further enhance performance. While the wide barrier is a concern, her early speed should mitigate this issue.
Fearless Monarch has been knocking on the door with consistent form, including a close second last start. The filly has proven ability at the distance and carries a favorable weight. While yet to break through for a win, her consistency and recent performances suggest she's ready to peak. The synthetic surface is the main query.
Angel's Gathering showed promise with a strong second on debut. The addition of blinkers for the first time could spark significant improvement. With a light weight and potential for natural progression, this gelding could surprise. The main concerns are inexperience and stepping up in distance.
Fresh up from a spell, the filly has the advantage of the Jamie Kah/Chris Waller combination. The main risks are her unproven record and lack of experience at the track and distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Star Angel | 13 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 7 | Fearless Monarch | 10 | Ben Melham | A R McGregor | 57.5kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 4 | Black Cherry | 7 | Ben Allen | Henry Dwyer | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Angel''s Gathering | 11 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 3 | Positivo | 6 | Thomas Prebble | Saab Hasan | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Dickens | 12 | C W McDonald | 57kg | $20.00 | |
| 7th | 9 | Hot Miss | 5 | Jamie Kah | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Brazen Fling | 16 | Celine Gaudry | David & Coral Feek | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Devil''s Craft | 4 | Thomas Stockdale | Archie Alexander | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 10th | 8 | Gypsy Roma | 17 | Joe Bowditch | Chris Diplock | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Twin Fox | 1 | Sheridan Clarke | Ms W Kelly | 57.5kg | $201.00 |
| 12th | 14 | Hula Dance | 9 | John Keating | Saab Hasan | 59.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Parera | 2 | Zac Spain | M J Mehegan | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Cool Thoughts | 8 | Alana Kelly | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Steady On | 15 | Luke Currie | T & C McEvoy | 57kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Prince Of Yulungah | 3 | Adam Mc Cabe | M E Templeton | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Amberina | 14 | Sally Wynne | Susie Wells | 57.5kg |
Lady Elsa shows the most promising form, with a close second last start on this track and surface. She's lightly raced but improving rapidly, and the step up to 1600m should suit her running style.
Clench has been knocking on the door with consistent place finishes, including a second place on this track. The inside barrier is a significant advantage, and his synthetic track form is strong. While yet to break through for a win, his recent performances suggest he's ready to challenge for victory.
Brother Quickie has been racing consistently, with multiple placings in recent starts. The distance suits, but the wide barrier and top weight are concerns. The gear change could spark improvement, making him a solid place chance.
His recent form shows improvement, with a close third-place finish two starts back. While unproven at the distance, the good barrier draw and improving form make him an interesting longshot.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Lady Elsa | 9 | Ben Allen | Charlotte Littlefield | 57.5kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | You Never Can Tell | 4 | Joe Bowditch | G Eurell | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Phoenician | 3 | Brad Rawiller | E W Ewert | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Brother Quickie | 5 | Ben Melham | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Dance And Shout | 17 | S V Brown | S Fliedner | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Cuban Dawn | 16 | Celine Gaudry | David & Coral Feek | 59.5kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Clench | 1 | Thomas Stockdale | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Snore | 6 | Patrick Moloney | R K Challis | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Lafont | 7 | Daniel Stackhouse | P Stokes | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Taste Of Wine | 13 | M C Kent | 57.5kg | $18.00 | |
| 11th | 8 | Chop Chop Pharoah | 15 | Lachlan King | Smiley Chan | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Just Dance | 8 | Jackie Beriman | I M Pankhurst | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Dashonardo | 12 | Logan McNeil | T J Andrews | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Hand Of Doom | 10 | Patrick Keane | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Eaglefurther | 2 | Simon Zahra | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | I''m Inspired | 11 | S B Laming | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Mariner''s Dream | 14 | Sally Wynne | Susie Wells | 59.5kg |
Unbeaten on synthetic surfaces and well-weighted, this gelding looks primed for a strong performance. The slight class rise is offset by its impressive recent form and suitability to the track conditions.
Dio brings consistency and experience to this race, with a strong track and distance record. The class drop is advantageous, though carrying top weight is a concern. His proven ability on synthetic surfaces and overall consistency make him a solid contender, albeit with slightly less upside than the top pick.
Well-weighted and with beneficial gear changes, this gelding has potential for improvement. The slight class rise is a concern, but the combination of form and weight advantage keeps him in contention behind the top two selections.
The class rise is a concern, but her recent performances suggest she could be competitive at this level, making her an attractive value proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dio | 7 | Luke Cartwright | G B Andrews | 61kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Bring Me Power | 4 | Lachlan King | Charmaine Barnes | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Sistine Tunnel | 2 | Beau Mertens | Andrew Noblet | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Three Point Turn | 5 | Jamie Mott | Bill Papazaharoudakis | 59kg | $2.20 |
| 5th | 7 | Night Flash | 3 | Luke Currie | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Over Shady | 1 | Jett Stanley | Kate Goodrich | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Some Eclipse | 6 | Paul Gatt | R A Hockley | 54kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Esecutore | 9 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben Brisbourne | 61kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Montgomery Bay | 8 | Rory Hunter | 54kg |
King Tut makes a compelling case as the top selection. The advantageous barrier 1 draw and weight advantage further enhance his chances. While the class rise is a concern, the Maher/Allen combination instills confidence.
Aqueduct presents as a strong second pick with consistent recent form and an affinity for synthetic tracks. His two recent wins, including one at this track and distance, demonstrate his current fitness. The wider barrier is a concern, but his tactical speed should allow him to overcome this.
Regal Secret rounds out the top three selections with consistent form and a strong jockey booking in Daniel Stackhouse. The good barrier draw and competitive weight enhance her chances. While she is yet to win beyond maiden grade, her consistent placings suggest she's knocking on the door.
His recent placings on synthetic tracks and competitive weight make him a genuine contender. While the wide barrier is a concern, his experience at the track and distance is a significant positive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Aqueduct | 5 | Luke Cartwright | T & C McEvoy | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Bons To Riches | 15 | Thomas Stockdale | Alexander Rae | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | King Tut | 1 | Ben Allen | C Maher | 59.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 5 | Regal Secret | 4 | Daniel Stackhouse | P Stokes | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 5th | 9 | Long Brew | 2 | Jordan Childs | Lee & Shannon Hope | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Flying Straz | 8 | Will Price | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Mafee | 14 | Jamie Mott | C Vidotto & C Beasy | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Sassy Jenni | 6 | Jamie Kah | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 10 | Peak | 9 | Joe Bowditch | Colin Scott | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 12 | High Tor | 11 | Luke Currie | Clayton Douglas | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Neylon''s Dream | 12 | Ebony Tucker | 54kg | $201.00 | |
| 12th | 13 | Summer Night | 3 | S Fliedner | 56.5kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Il Cubo | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Reece Goodwin | 62kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Little Bighorn | 7 | Brad Rawiller | R D Griffiths | 58kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Farisha | 13 | Liam Riordan | Reece Goodwin | 54.5kg |
Super Solar brings strong credentials with consistent form and an excellent track/distance record. The likely fast tempo should suit his running style, and he's proven at this class level. While carrying slightly more weight and drawn wide, his overall profile makes him the top selection.
Roadie presents as a strong contender, dropping in class and bringing consistent form. With a solid win rate and place rate, she's proven competitive at this level. The wide barrier is a concern, but the class drop and consistent form make her a serious threat.
Socially Sassy is on an upward trajectory with improving form, including a last-start win. Her strong overall record and suitability for synthetic tracks are positives. While rising in class and with limited experience at the distance, her current form and track suitability make her a solid contender.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Super Solar | 7 | Luke Cartwright | Reece Goodwin | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 4 | Austrata | 1 | Ben Allen | Reece Goodwin | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 7 | Pro Aussie | 4 | Koby Jennings | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Roadie | 11 | Daniel Stackhouse | Andrew Noblet | 59kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Tight Grip | 3 | Ryan Houston | N G Eades | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Savvyrocker | 13 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Eagle Angel | 6 | Joe Bowditch | Gavin Bedggood | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Tahlequah | 14 | Lauren Burke | Gavin Bedggood | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Blooming Edge | 8 | Tatum Bull | T J Andrews | 55.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Call Up King | 10 | Jamie Mott | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 8 | Socially Sassy | 5 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Top Arctic | 2 | Steven King | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Shot At The Night | 12 | Jett Stanley | John R Allen | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Helavabel | 9 | Hannah Edgley | Ebony Tucker | 54kg |
Willmott stands out as the top selection with a strong overall profile. His consistent form, excellent win rate, and proven ability at this track and distance make him a formidable contender. While carrying top weight, he's shown the ability to handle it in the past. The slight concern with barrier 4 is outweighed by his class and consistency.
Keane Enuff presents as a strong second pick with improving form and a significant weight advantage. The wide barrier is a concern, but his light weight and strong finishing ability could help overcome this disadvantage.
Super Trooper represents the best value in the race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Super Trooper | 8 | Logan Bates | A & S Freedman | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Willmott | 4 | Thomas Stockdale | Archie Alexander | 62kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 2 | Strike Gold | 1 | Ms J Kennedy | T Fitzsimmons | 61.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Tatsu | 9 | Joe Bowditch | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Nuts ''n'' Bolts | 2 | Zoe Waller | C Maher | 53kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 12 | Tuppence Ha''penny | 6 | Jett Stanley | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Lensman | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Reece Goodwin | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Bencouver | 3 | Paul Gatt | M J Mehegan | 54.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Krementz | 5 | Luke Cartwright | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 53.5kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Keane Enuff | 11 | Beau Mertens | Andrea Leek | 56kg | $3.90 |
| Scr | 3 | Jucconi | 7 | Jake Duffy | Ebony Tucker | 60kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Podargoni | 12 | Jamie Kah | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg |
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