Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Sunday 17 August 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Wyong. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Zeljko shows consistent form with 3 placings in last 5 starts and is proven at the distance with 1 win from 3 starts. The 57kg weight is suitable for soft conditions. The significant class rise is a concern but offset by consistent performances.
Nkosi presents as a strong contender with 1 win from 3 starts on soft tracks and a 25% overall win rate. The inside barrier is advantageous in soft conditions. However, the top weight of 61kg is a concern, especially first up from a spell. No prior experience at this track and the significant class rise add uncertainty, but the soft track record and win rate keep Nkosi in contention.
With 1 win from 5 starts on soft tracks and strong recent placings, she's well-suited to today's conditions. The slight class rise is offset by her strong form trajectory.
The quick 8-day backup suggests fitness, and potential early speed could be advantageous in these conditions. However, the significant class rise and lack of experience at this distance introduce risk.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Nkosi | 3 | Dylan Gibbons | Bjorn Baker | 61kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 2 | Damascus Calling | 7 | Mick Attard | 58kg | $5.00 | |
| 3rd | 6 | Cha Cha Cha | 6 | Winona Costin | Craig Carmody | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Zeljko | 4 | Braith Nock | C Maher | 57kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 7 | Noble One | 5 | Ashley Morgan | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Search Warrant | 1 | Anna Roper | Mark Cross | 55kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Call Me Magnifique | 2 | Zac Lloyd | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Tessy Tee | 8 | R D Collett | 56kg |
Karmardo looks well-placed to break through for a maiden win. Coming off a solid 6th place finish first-up, the gelding has strong form credentials including a close second two starts back.
Chilli Crab showed promise on debut with a close second and returns from a spell with potential for improvement. The mare is well-weighted and drawn favorably. While lacking race experience, her strong debut suggests she can be competitive here if ready first-up.
Triple Triple has been knocking on the door with consistent placings and maintains race fitness from a recent run.
While the long spell is a concern, the advantageous barrier and potential for improvement make her an intriguing longshot.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | Triple Triple | 4 | Anna Roper | Denim Wynen | 55kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 7 | Dreymon | 11 | William Stanley | A D Smith | 53kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Karmardo | 14 | Zac Lloyd | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 58kg | $2.15 |
| 4th | 10 | Keinbah''s Gift | 8 | Shannen Llewellyn | Damien Smith | 52kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Magnolia Jewel | 5 | T J Bartley | 55kg | $20.00 | |
| 6th | 8 | Elite Delight | 6 | Jenny Duggan | Ms K Buchanan | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Roman City | 12 | Ashley Morgan | Matthew Smith | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Chilli Crab | 10 | Dylan Gibbons | Bjorn Baker | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 4 | As You Like It | 2 | Jay Ford | Ms K Buchanan | 57kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Aweigh | 9 | A Adkins | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 56kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Kuwait | 7 | Winona Costin | Daniel Robinson | 56kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Fast Blue | 3 | Braith Nock | T J Bartley | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Run The Red Light | 13 | Wayne Austin | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | She Can Dance | 1 | Mollie Fitzgerald | T J Bartley | 53kg |
Artistic Venture brings the strongest form into this race, dropping back from Group level competition where she's been competitive. The wide barrier is a concern on a heavy track, but her class should overcome this.
Valedictorian comes into this race second-up with an improving form trend. The wider barrier is a concern on a heavy track, but his improving form and potential for improvement make him a solid contender.
Dundeel Flyer shows a strong improving trend and is well-weighted for these conditions. The advantageous barrier draw should allow for a good position in running. While first-up and unproven on heavy, her solid first-up record and improving form make her a strong contender.
The inside barrier is advantageous on a heavy track.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Rivendell | 4 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 9 | Artistic Venture | 12 | Zac Lloyd | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 55kg | $1.70 |
| 3rd | 12 | Voting Rights | 10 | Regan Bayliss | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 6 | The Magic Man | 1 | William Stanley | P M Perry | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 10 | At Her Mercy | 11 | Jay Ford | David Pfieffer | 55kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Disparate | 8 | Michael Freedman | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Fabres | 9 | Adam Hyeronimus | Joseph Pride | 57kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Fierceness | 2 | Ms L Day | Matthew Smith | 57kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Prince Pienza | 6 | Grant Buckley | M, W & J Hawkes | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Transgress | 5 | K S Latham | Michael Freedman | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Valedictorian | 3 | Michael Freedman | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Dundeel Flyer | 7 | Dylan Gibbons | Peter Snowden | 55kg |
Bauhinia presents as the top selection with a strong first-up record and consistent form. The class drop from her last start in Open company to this Class 6 race is significant. While unproven on heavy tracks, her soft track record (1 win from 2 starts) suggests adaptability to wet conditions. The advantageous barrier 3 draw should allow for a positive position in running.
Countyourblessings has a strong overall record and consistent performance at this distance. The class drop from her last start is advantageous. While unproven on heavy tracks, her soft track record suggests potential adaptability. The top weight is a concern, but her class and consistency make her a strong contender.
Dollar Magic shows consistent recent form and a strong place record. While her win rate is low, she has proven ability on heavy tracks. The good barrier draw should allow for a positive position in running. The class rise is a concern, but her consistency and wet track ability make her a solid contender.
Regimental Colours offers value with strong recent form and an impressive soft track record. While unproven on heavy tracks, her soft track prowess suggests potential adaptability. The class rise is a concern, but as a lightweight chance with good second-up form, she presents as an intriguing value option.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Dollar Magic | 5 | Mitch Stapleford | S I Singleton | 55.5kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 1 | Countyourblessings | 4 | Zac Lloyd | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Lulumon | 1 | Adam Hyeronimus | J C Coyle | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 8 | Unreachable | 6 | Dylan Gibbons | J A Sylvester | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Bauhinia | 3 | Jeff Penza | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 56kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 7 | Ces Soirees La | 7 | K S Latham | Robert Quinn | 56kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Killer Kerr | 8 | Peter D Green | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Regimental Colours | 2 | Ashley Morgan | Bjorn Baker | 56kg |
Flying Orchid brings an unbeaten record and proven heavy track form into this race. Despite the significant class rise, the impressive debut win and booking of Zac Lloyd suggest strong potential.
Flying Argyle brings strong credentials with consistent form and a proven ability on heavy tracks. While yet to win on heavy going, multiple placings suggest suitability.
Killer Kerr enters this race with improving form and a proven ability on heavy tracks. The mare's consistent recent performances and slight class drop from her last start make her a solid contender. While her overall win strike rate is lower than the top picks, her current form suggests she's capable of figuring in the finish.
While unproven on heavy tracks, his overall consistency and the class drop make him an interesting value proposition in this field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Flying Orchid | 9 | Zac Lloyd | J G Sargent | 57kg | $2.10 |
| 2nd | 9 | All Too Wild | 2 | Mitchell Bell | T J Bartley | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Killer Kerr | 4 | Ms L Day | Peter D Green | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Bonus Tempus | 6 | Mitch Stapleford | B M Lazzarini | 53.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Flying Argyle | 8 | K S Latham | P M Perry | 60kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Bluff ''n'' Bluster | 5 | Molly Bourke | J C Coyle | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Stage Legend | 1 | Braith Nock | L J Bridge | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Smashing Rosie | 7 | Jenny Duggan | Ms K Buchanan | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Jaex | 11 | Holly Durnan | B M Lazzarini | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Ofcourseiam | 3 | Shannen Llewellyn | Allan Kehoe | 52kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Damascus Calling | 10 | Mick Attard | 58kg |
Johnny impressed on debut with a win on heavy going, carrying 57kg. Now drops to 56kg and has shown ability to handle wet tracks. While facing a class rise, the lightweight and wet track form make him a top contender.
Curl Curl has shown consistency with recent placings and boasts an impressive heavy track record with 2 wins from 3 starts. The 60.5kg is manageable given past performances. While the inside barrier is a concern, the overall form and track suitability make him a strong contender.
Hydrometer brings solid credentials with 2 wins from 8 starts and proven heavy track ability. The outside barrier draw is advantageous on this track. While carrying top weight and first up from a spell, the class drop and consistent record make him a worthy contender.
Can't Touch This offers value with impressive heavy track stats (2 wins from 3 starts) and recent winning form. The lightweight of 56kg is advantageous. While facing a class rise and wide barrier, the wet track ability and potential for improvement make her an intriguing value option.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Shirvington | 10 | Dylan Gibbons | Bjorn Baker | 61.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 14 | Johnny | 3 | A Adkins | Peter Snowden | 56kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Threatening | 8 | Adam Hyeronimus | Joseph Pride | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 3 | Apache Breeze | 6 | Mitch Stapleford | Wayne Seelin | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 20 | Stiorra | 13 | A D Smith | 55kg | $151.00 | |
| 6th | 10 | Still Alice | 4 | Jeff Penza | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 16 | Cool Lad | 14 | Zac Lloyd | Matthew Smith | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 17 | Executive Decision | 5 | Mark Cross | 56.5kg | $26.00 | |
| 9th | 5 | Curl Curl | 2 | K S Latham | P M Perry | 60.5kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 6 | King''s Duty | 15 | Benjamin Osmond | M S Minervini | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Hellova Nature | 18 | Ms K Buchanan | 61kg | $51.00 | |
| 12th | 9 | Prosperous Dragon | 19 | Jake Hull | 58.5kg | $31.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Hydrometer | 11 | William Stanley | T J Bartley | 60kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Norton Road | 17 | Jenny Duggan | R A Bailey | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Divine Vicky | 16 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Matthew Smith | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | All Too Lucky | 7 | Joseph Ible | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Pretty Sassy | 12 | Joseph Ible | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Can''t Touch This | 20 | Matthew Smith | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Iron Hat | 9 | Ms J Bowen | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Unreachable | 1 | J A Sylvester | 55kg |
Royal Supremacy comes off a strong win and drops significantly in class. The slight distance query is offset by his strong finishing ability.
El Jasor has been racing consistently and has a good record on soft tracks. The second-up query is the main concern, but his overall form suggests he can overcome this.
Sly Boots won impressively two starts back and has shown ability on soft tracks. While unplaced last start, the return to this distance should suit.
He has been racing consistently and has a strong record on heavy tracks.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Royal Supremacy | 3 | Braith Nock | C Maher | 56kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 10 | Sly Boots | 11 | Adam Hyeronimus | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Age Of Sail | 4 | Regan Bayliss | K A Lees | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Elle Hudson | 10 | Alysha Collett | Joseph Pride | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 12 | Earth Dance | 2 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 5 | El Jasor | 9 | Dylan Gibbons | K A Lees | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Magicon | 5 | Mitchell Bell | T J Bartley | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Majorian | 1 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Whetu | 6 | Benjamin Osmond | R D Collett | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Blazing Rebel | 12 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Kettle Hill | 8 | Zac Lloyd | C Maher | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Camaguey | 7 | Jay Ford | Ms K Waugh | 57.5kg |
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