Punt like a Pro, without the know!
South Australia · Wednesday 20 August 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Strathalbyn. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Zarubina presents as the most consistent performer in this field with two recent seconds showing clear improvement. Her heavy track experience and proven ability at this venue, combined with the light weight and competent jockey booking, makes her the standout selection despite her maiden status.
Ashreign drops significantly in class after running third at Morphettville Parks last start.
Joseph's Glory drops back to maiden level after two unplaced runs in higher grades. The class relief combined with consistent soft track form and first-time gear change provides hope for improvement, though the wide barrier is a concern.
While yet to win in six starts, the mare has shown ability with a third placing and the light weight could be the key to her first victory.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Beachbarbeckons | 5 | Jake Toeroek | R & C Jolly | 56kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 9 | Kindly | 4 | Teagan Voorham | Sarah Rutten | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Zarubina | 11 | Brooke King | Dion & Raygan Koch | 54kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 5 | Belongtojill | 1 | Ms E Finnegan | S & J Jaensch | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Joseph''s Glory | 9 | Jacob Opperman | P Stokes | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Hi Ya Henry | 2 | Sophie Potter | T L Day | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Tiny Bay | 8 | Polly Brewster | T L Day | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Ashreign | 6 | Todd Pannell | M J Seyers | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Foolish Lad | 7 | Alyssa Webb | Lewis & Eliza Grantham | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Strazz | 12 | Caitlin Tootell | L J Cadzow | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Fearless Bella | 3 | Ms S Metcalfe | Libby Halliday | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Gerace | 13 | Alysha Warren | Stephanie Lacy | 53kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Miami Miller | 14 | Gary & Dean Alexander | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Valenzuela | 10 | Jason Holder | Grant Young | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Shady Princess | 15 | Felicity Atkinson | Chris Bieg | 52.5kg |
Oh Lovey No presents as the standout selection with excellent recent form including a close second at Mildura. The inside barrier draw is crucial on soft tracks, and the mare has proven soft track ability. The significant class drop combined with lightweight makes this an ideal winning opportunity.
Irlandais brings excellent consistency with multiple recent placings and strong wet track form. The gelding has shown he can handle the distance and conditions, with five seconds from six heavy track starts. Despite the wide draw, his staying ability and form make him a strong each-way chance.
Roll Start showed significant improvement when runner-up at Murray Bridge last start and has solid soft track credentials.
His recent third at Mildura was solid, and he has strong soft track credentials with multiple placings.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Roll Start | 6 | Todd Pannell | Bill W Williams | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Irlandais | 17 | Jake Toeroek | Scott Irlam | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Oh Lovey No | 2 | Matt Chadwick | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 54kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 7 | Youbeeforty | 7 | Ms T Johnstone | Ms N Irwin | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Rhinestone Rory | 5 | Anna Jordsjo | J Dodgson | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 16 | Dexter Dream | 3 | Brooke King | Grant Kluske | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Green Amber | 16 | Ms E Finnegan | S & J Jaensch | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Captain Love | 8 | Caitlin Jones | Ms K Letts-Maund | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Unwind | 9 | Jason Holder | Kristi Evans | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Glowing Command | 14 | Caitlin Tootell | L J Cadzow | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Fiery Moon | 13 | Alana Livesey | T L Day | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Miss Narranga | 12 | Ms S Metcalfe | Shae Norton | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 13th | 1 | Always Bold | 1 | Ms S Lacy | R Daniel & T Stanbury | 58kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Smokin'' Rohie | 11 | Sairyn Fawke | Nell Carter | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Foxy Eagle | 10 | Teagan Voorham | T L Day | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Santella | 15 | Grant Young | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Dark Helmet | 4 | Alysha Warren | Danny Penna | 53kg |
Laws Wars presents as the standout selection despite being winless. The 3-year-old gelding has shown remarkable consistency with placings in all three career starts, including strong efforts in Class 1 company.
The wide barrier is a concern but her class edge should overcome it.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Eleventh Hour | 3 | Alana Livesey | Travis Doudle | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Mondello | 15 | Todd Pannell | R & C Jolly | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Laws Wars | 11 | Jake Toeroek | R & C Jolly | 56kg | $1.75 |
| 4th | 2 | Dodgy Element | 1 | Kayla Crowther | D I Dodson | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Petit Eagle | 5 | Teagan Voorham | Sarah Rutten | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Empress Of Soul | 6 | Jacob Opperman | P Stokes | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Sectors | 4 | Ms T Johnstone | P Stokes | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 16 | Matino | 7 | Sairyn Fawke | Paul Carey | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Palais Rohan | 10 | Brooke King | David Jolly & Justin Potter | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Miss Puissance | 2 | Anna Jordsjo | Ms K Letts-Maund | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Angel Gear | 9 | Polly Brewster | Ms R Day | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 17 | Independent Sam | 8 | Sophie Potter | Libby Halliday | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Bellezze | 17 | Jason Holder | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 56kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Calvisio | 13 | Margaret Collett | Stephen Theodore | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Moonlight Halo | 14 | Ben Price | Ms R Day | 56kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Rousing Refrain | 16 | Rochelle Milnes | Jon O''Connor | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Sonic Rip | 12 | Ms S Metcalfe | Kristi Evans | 56kg |
Recent form is solid with consistent placings, making her a strong chance if she can handle the conditions.
Hollywood High presents as the standout selection with a perfect distance record and proven soft track ability. Despite the long spell, her fresh record shows 0 wins from 1 start with a second placing, and her trainer has her ready for this class rise.
Purfect Line brings proven track and distance credentials with a perfect Strathalbyn record, but the soft track conditions and wide barrier present challenges. His consistency and class experience make him a solid chance despite the weight burden and track condition concerns.
Anecdotal represents excellent value after winning impressively last start and showing good soft track form. The addition of blinkers first time and excellent barrier draw enhance his chances significantly. The class rise is a concern but his recent improvement suggests he can handle the step up.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Charm Catcher | 5 | Ms T Johnstone | A J Gluyas | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 8 | Nadege | 7 | Kayla Crowther | M J Seyers | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Silver Chaos | 4 | Ben Price | Ms R Day | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 4 | Tanna | 9 | Alysha Warren | R Daniel & T Stanbury | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Noitulover | 3 | Rochelle Milnes | T Kaesler | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Lunarshot | 8 | Felicity Atkinson | Alexander Justice | 53.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Immortal Shield | 12 | Alana Livesey | Grant Young | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Anecdotal | 2 | Todd Pannell | David Jolly & Justin Potter | 61.5kg | $3.50 |
| 9th | 7 | Gumeracha Cracker | 6 | Teagan Voorham | A J Gluyas | 58kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Purfect Line | 10 | S H Sit | R & C Jolly | 59kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Hollywood High | 1 | Jason Holder | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Prince Kuro | 11 | Sophie Logan | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Swissta | 14 | Sairyn Fawke | Garret Lynch | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Eleanor Queen | 13 | J Dunn & K Bishop | 54kg |
Fioreen presents as the standout selection with her excellent first up record and proven soft track ability. The inside barrier draw is crucial on this track condition, and her recent 5th at Morphettville Parks suggests she's ready to fire fresh. While the distance is a query, her breeding suggests she'll handle the step up.
Bush Inference boasts an exceptional record at this specific track and distance combination, which is a powerful angle. His recent form is solid with a 3rd at Balaklava, but the soft track conditions are a major concern given his 0 wins from 8 starts on this surface.
The barrier 4 draw is advantageous, but her overall record is concerning and she's unproven at this track.
Her recent 3rd at Casterton suggests she retains ability, and the 45-day break may have freshened her up for this assignment.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Fioreen | 1 | Todd Pannell | A J Clarken | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Flying Step | 4 | Ben Price | Travis Doudle | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Anphina | 7 | Sairyn Fawke | Nell Carter | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Bush Inference | 12 | Rochelle Milnes | Byron Cozamanis | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 2 | We''ve Gotta Deel | 9 | Felicity Atkinson | S & J Jaensch | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 14 | I Love This Song | 13 | Sophie Potter | J F Macmillan | 53.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Tekapo | 14 | Matt Chadwick | Nell Carter | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Bellavardo | 17 | Alana Livesey | Simon Bates | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Colonel Hathi | 2 | Wesley Cave | Danny Penna | 59kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Sharma Princess | 16 | Ms S Metcalfe | L J Cadzow | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Santelmo Fuego | 5 | Kayla Crowther | Grant Young | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Jugan | 3 | Rachael Kraemer | Judy Streets | 51.5kg | $151.00 |
| 13th | 8 | Wild Inference | 6 | D Caboche | Judy Streets | 58kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Les Vosges | 11 | Ms S Lacy | R Daniel & T Stanbury | 60kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Detoron | 15 | Teagan Voorham | Gary & Dean Alexander | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Lord Pierro | 8 | Zoe Lloyd | Hannah Bryce | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Hostess Susie | 10 | Katherine Presland | 54kg |
Last start winner at Morphettville Parks over 1550m in strong time, now stepping up to ideal 1600m distance where he has 1 win from 4 starts. Proven soft track performer with tactical advantage from barrier 1. Top weight concern but class edge evident.
Consistent mare with strong recent form including two consecutive seconds. Well-drawn in barrier 6 for soft conditions and proven competitive at the distance. Winning strike rate modest but recent form suggests ready to break through.
Last start winner at Gawler over 1500m with solid soft track credentials including 2 wins from 13 starts. Has previous Strathalbyn experience and drops in weight. Distance record at 1600m concerning with 0 wins from 6 starts, but recent winning form and track condition suitability make him competitive.
Interesting value proposition with perfect record at Strathalbyn including 1 win from 1 start at this exact distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Savatoff | 1 | Jake Toeroek | Ms P Trenwith | 60.5kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Loca Bella | 6 | Jason Holder | A J Gluyas | 58kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 12 | Fight For Freedom | 13 | Ms S Metcalfe | W A Bogarts | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Diadochos | 10 | Kayla Crowther | David Jolly & Justin Potter | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Sazerac | 7 | Margaret Collett | Paul Carey | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Chartin | 14 | Alana Livesey | G Richards & D Moyle | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Midnight Rush | 3 | Sairyn Fawke | David Page | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Pianta | 15 | Ben Price | Ms N Irwin | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Road To Blue Sky | 4 | D Caboche | Judy Streets | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Robert The Puss | 2 | Polly Brewster | Kylie Schulz | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 11th | 8 | Hobo Bob | 12 | Rachael Kraemer | Judy Streets | 53kg | $17.00 |
| 12th | 14 | Medal Quest | 8 | G P Moody | 54kg | $201.00 | |
| 13th | 10 | Bywaters Road | 5 | Brooke King | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 53.5kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Eight On The Dot | 9 | Caitlin Tootell | Scott Whittle | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Moss The Boss | 11 | T L Day | 54kg |
Fantastic Host presents as the standout selection with his proven ability at this track and distance, recording 1 win from 3 starts at Strathalbyn over 1600m. His recent 4th at Gawler over 1500m was a solid effort, and he drops significantly in weight to 54kg. The gelding has shown he can handle soft conditions with 3 wins from 18 starts on rain-affected tracks, making him well-suited to today's Soft 7 surface.
Vee Rod appeals as the main danger with his outstanding track record at Strathalbyn, winning once from just two attempts over this course and distance. The barrier 4 draw suits his racing pattern, and while his soft track record isn't exceptional, he's shown enough ability on rain-affected surfaces to be competitive.
The gelding is dropping in class after competing in stronger company and has Todd Pannell in the saddle. However, his soft track record is concerning with 0 wins from 10 starts, and the wide barrier draw presents tactical challenges.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Geetee Forty | 3 | Alana Livesey | G Richards & D Moyle | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Cowley''s Creek | 2 | S H Sit | T L Day | 51kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Vee Rod | 4 | Ms E Finnegan | Ms N Irwin | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Fantastic Host | 7 | Matt Chadwick | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 54kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 2 | Easy Beast | 6 | Alyssa Webb | Sophie Logan | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 9 | Mr Ferrari | 9 | Anna Jordsjo | Scott Irlam | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 14 | Miss Artfire | 10 | Felicity Atkinson | Nikki Gordon | 52.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Inordinate | 8 | Rochelle Milnes | J Dunn & K Bishop | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Charm Slinga | 5 | D Caboche | John Hyam | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Tiritiri | 13 | Todd Pannell | Dylan Caboche | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 11th | 15 | Real Thinker | 1 | Zoe Lloyd | Judy Streets | 52kg | $71.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Los Alamoss | 11 | Sairyn Fawke | Scott Whittle | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 13th | 13 | Raw Grunt | 12 | Ms S Metcalfe | Kristi Evans | 54kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Rivoli View | 15 | Byron Cozamanis | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Hayai Mesu | 14 | Grant Young | 54kg |
Kushan Khanivale presents as the most reliable winning chance with a strong recent third at this exact track and distance. The wide barrier is concerning but his proven ability at the trip and current fitness edge him ahead.
Pulambi has an outstanding record at Strathalbyn with multiple placings and handles soft conditions well. Her recent Murray Bridge win demonstrates current form, and the good barrier draw allows tactical flexibility. While she's yet to win at this track, her consistent placing record suggests she's always competitive here.
Royal Trapeze brings a perfect record at Strathalbyn and is dropping in class, which are strong positives. The class drop may offset the track condition concerns.
While the wide barrier and class rise are concerns, his recent placings suggest he's ready to step up.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Cockatoo Rose | 6 | Brooke King | J Bates & A Pearson | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Bubble Over | 12 | Todd Pannell | J F Macmillan | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Testa Dexta | 8 | Caitlin Jones | J Hickmott & C Riggs | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Pulambi | 7 | Jake Toeroek | W F Francis & G Kent | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Kushan Khanivale | 15 | Jason Holder | Grant Young | 60kg | $3.60 |
| 6th | 2 | Whatsanamegeorge | 11 | S H Sit | R & C Jolly | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Barbadian Babe | 2 | Alana Livesey | T L Day | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Royal Trapeze | 3 | Matt Chadwick | Stephen Theodore | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Fancy Shoulder | 4 | Felicity Atkinson | Chris Bieg | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Snipers Nightmare | 10 | Ms S Metcalfe | W A Bogarts | 60kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Super Lad | 17 | Jacob Opperman | Chris Bieg | 60.5kg | $4.80 |
| 12th | 16 | Splash Landing | 1 | Ms T Johnstone | Aaron Bain & Ned Taylor | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 13th | 1 | Jackson Run | 14 | Alyssa Webb | Judy Streets | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 14th | 15 | Prince Reichweite | 5 | Rochelle Milnes | John Hyam | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Suggestive Miss | 16 | Ben Price | Travis Doudle | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Navigli | 13 | Anna Jordsjo | Ryan Hannemann | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Sadler''s Song | 18 | Natalie Moody | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Kindra Park | 9 | G Dimitropoulos | 56.5kg |
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