Recent third at this track combined with gear changes and low weight makes her the standout chance.
New South Wales · Saturday 23 August 2025
Port Macquarie tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 6 races at Port Macquarie. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Bianco Nero brings strong recent form from higher grades and drops in class. The poor heavy track record is a concern but recent form suggests she's improved.
Stand In Line has local track knowledge and an ideal barrier draw for heavy conditions. However, poor heavy track form and recent results are concerning factors.
Tidler's Wish offers value based on her strong heavy track record and recent maiden win. The class rise is significant but her heavy track form suggests she can handle these conditions better than most.
- 1st8Khant FailJett Newman$1.40
- 2nd3Bianco NeroJon Grisedale$4.40
- 3rd4Tidler''s WishBen Looker$12.00
- 4th6Smart AttackJeff Kehoe$61.00
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Khant Fail | 9 | Jett Newman | R N Godbolt | 53kg | $1.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Bianco Nero | 5 | Jon Grisedale | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 4 | Tidler''s Wish | 6 | Ben Looker | G Prosser | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Smart Attack | 7 | Jeff Kehoe | Ms M De Gonneville | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Stand In Line | 2 | Luke Rolls | Cassandra Schmidt | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 9 | Star Lacy | 4 | E J Farr | Ms A Lee | 53kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Royal Rift | 3 | Jason Reilly | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Quick Buck | 1 | Matthew Mc Guren | Glen Milligan | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Spacetime Legend | 8 | Shae Wilkes | Joel Wilkes | 55kg |
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Her heavy track experience, though limited, shows she can handle the conditions with a third from 2 heavy track starts.
The Simple Life brings strong credentials with a second placing last start at this exact track and distance. Her heavy track record of 0 wins from 5 starts but 1 second and 1 third shows she handles the conditions well. The 55kg weight and barrier 6 draw provide tactical advantages, making her a strong place chance despite her winless record.
Mystic Way brings solid credentials being second up from a spell with strong first up statistics. Her third placing last start at this track demonstrates current form, and her heavy track experience includes a third placing. However, the wide barrier 11 is a significant concern on heavy going, requiring her to overcome the outside draw.
Volare represents excellent value dropping significantly in class from Open company to Maiden level. Her recent form shows consistent placings including a second and third, with heavy track experience that includes a third placing.
- 1st9Mystic WayRaymond Spokes$3.60
- 2nd11The Simple LifeJett Newman$5.00
- 3rd4Rodeo DealerBen Looker$17.00
- 4th7Magnolia JewelLuke Rolls$2.70
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Mystic Way | 11 | Raymond Spokes | J A Sprague | 57kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 11 | The Simple Life | 6 | Jett Newman | R N Godbolt | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Rodeo Dealer | 8 | Ben Looker | Nikki Hodgson | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Magnolia Jewel | 5 | Luke Rolls | T J Bartley | 57kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 10 | She Can Dance | 7 | Matthew Mc Guren | T J Bartley | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Kirona Storm | 9 | Serg Lisnyy | Daniel Stanley | 59kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Volare | 10 | Shae Wilkes | W T Wilkes | 55.5kg | $4.60 |
| 8th | 5 | Cugat Queen | 4 | Peter Graham | R Simonetta | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Femella | 12 | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Fast Blue | 1 | T J Bartley | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Kendyacatchme | 3 | Ms V McLennan | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Miss Graysea | 2 | Jon Grisedale | B D Bellamy | 57kg |
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Kermalicious brings the best recent form with a close third at Muswellbrook and shows consistent placing ability.
Maggie Rose offers the best place prospects with three career seconds and recent form including a Taree second. The perfect barrier 1 draw maximizes the inside advantage, though her winless record and lack of heavy track success are significant concerns for the win.
- 1st6Counterpart$16.00
- 2nd3TigermothLuke Rolls$9.50
- 3rd2ParaliaSerg Lisnyy$3.70
- 4th5AngelinthenightskyJeff Kehoe$31.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Counterpart | 2 | Jonathan Smith | 55kg | $16.00 | |
| 2nd | 3 | Tigermoth | 3 | Luke Rolls | J A Sylvester | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Paralia | 5 | Serg Lisnyy | K A Lees | 58.5kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 5 | Angelinthenightsky | 7 | Jeff Kehoe | J Kehoe | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Maggie Rose | 1 | Raymond Spokes | R Simonetta | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 11 | Mr Square Pants | 12 | Liam Blanch | Colt Prosser | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 1 | I Wanna Be | 11 | Matthew Mc Guren | Ben Bryant | 59kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Santos El Halper | 6 | Jett Newman | D B Campbell | 53kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 7 | Kermalicious | 9 | Ben Looker | S J Hodge | 55kg | $3.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Kermawi | 4 | Peter Graham | Peter Graham | 55kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Subtle Hints | 10 | B J Dodson | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Luna Cruiser | 8 | Shae Wilkes | Jay Hopkins | 53.5kg |
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The Coat Hanger represents the best winning chance despite concerning heavy track statistics. Recent third at this venue on Heavy 8 demonstrates current fitness and track suitability. While the heavy track record shows 0 wins from 9 starts, the consistent placings suggest competitiveness in these conditions.
Merapi offers strong credentials with proven heavy track ability and excellent course form. However, the wide barrier 12 is a significant concern on the heavy track, and the 32-day break may impact race sharpness. The heavy track record of 2 wins from 10 starts provides confidence in the conditions.
Venom Wolf brings current wet track form with a recent second on Heavy 9, indicating suitability for today's conditions. The class drop and reasonable barrier provide positives, but the overall heavy track inexperience and top weight are concerns.
While heavy track statistics are poor, the exceptional speed and class relief make this an attractive value proposition.
- 1st13Battledance$6.50
- 2nd4Venom WolfRaymond Spokes$5.00
- 3rd3MerapiLeanne Boyd$4.20
- 4th7Cats QuartersShae Wilkes$7.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Battledance | 10 | Ms J Lynch | 56kg | $6.50 | |
| 2nd | 4 | Venom Wolf | 7 | Raymond Spokes | B D Bellamy | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Merapi | 12 | Leanne Boyd | Cassandra Schmidt | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 7 | Cats Quarters | 2 | Shae Wilkes | M J Robinson | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Eastowin | 3 | E J Farr | D B Campbell | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 12 | The Coat Hanger | 13 | Teighan Worsnop | J A Sprague | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Ultimate Reign | 4 | Serg Lisnyy | Ms A Lee | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Heart Of Platinum | 6 | Matthew Mc Guren | R N Godbolt | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 10 | Star Of Yamba | 8 | Peter Graham | Tom Higgins | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Dodgeball | 5 | Liam Blanch | Colt Prosser | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Highland Mirage | 9 | Luke Rolls | Cassandra Schmidt | 61kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Obviously Albert | 11 | Jenny Duggan | Ms T Williams | 61kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Lampkin Lane | 1 | Jeff Kehoe | Shane Everson | 56kg |
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His recent third at Wagga Riverside in heavy conditions demonstrates fitness and ability to handle today's track. The 58kg weight is ideal for heavy going, and his forward racing style suits the conditions.
His soft track record and regular racing pattern suggest he can handle the conditions. The wide barrier is concerning in heavy going, but his early speed should help him overcome this disadvantage.
Typhoon Neta's track record at Port Macquarie makes her a genuine contender despite heavy track concerns. Her distance record and barrier draw are positives, but the heavy track inexperience and poor second-up record are significant negatives. The 61kg weight burden in these conditions is also concerning for her winning chances.
The class drop is substantial, and while his first-up record is poor, the fresh legs and distance suitability make him a worthwhile value play in a competitive field.
- 1st12Wine TimeJeff Kehoe$11.00
- 2nd3Typhoon NetaLuke Rolls$4.00
- 3rd11SwedenE J Farr$16.00
- 4th7Time And RhythmRaymond Spokes$3.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Wine Time | 2 | Jeff Kehoe | Nicole Hudson | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Typhoon Neta | 5 | Luke Rolls | Cassandra Schmidt | 61kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Sweden | 10 | E J Farr | Ms A Lee | 54.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Time And Rhythm | 8 | Raymond Spokes | B D Bellamy | 58.5kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 8 | Carbrook | 9 | Peter Graham | M N Howard | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 2 | Tough Case | 3 | Jett Newman | J A Sylvester | 61.5kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 9 | Headstart | 11 | Teighan Worsnop | Nick Mitchell | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Final Selection | 12 | Jenny Duggan | H R Dew | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Super Freds | 4 | Shae Wilkes | Jay Hopkins | 62.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Hoo Haa | 13 | Mark Cross | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Albion Square | 6 | B A Gentle | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Reward''s Daughter | 7 | J A Sylvester | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | La Cache A Vin | 1 | B D Bellamy | 60kg |
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Bondi Prophet shapes as the best winning chance despite limited heavy track wins. His recent second at this track over a similar distance demonstrates current fitness and track suitability. While his heavy track record shows 0 wins from 2 starts, he's been competitive in these conditions.
Wanjina Rose presents strong credentials with her proven heavy track ability and recent track/distance success. The wide barrier 17 is concerning on heavy conditions, but her class and proven ability at the track make her a genuine winning chance despite the tactical disadvantage.
Orsum brings solid credentials with proven heavy track ability and strong venue form. However, barrier 11 is a significant concern on heavy going, and the 60.5kg impost is above the optimal range. Recent form has been consistent but not outstanding.
Seething Chuck represents value as a first-up runner dropping significantly in class.
- 1st12Wanjina RoseStephen Cummins$6.00
- 2nd13Bondi ProphetJett Newman$2.90
- 3rd1OrsumLeanne Boyd$4.20
- 4th7Seething ChuckE J Farr$6.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Wanjina Rose | 17 | Stephen Cummins | Brad Munro | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | Bondi Prophet | 4 | Jett Newman | R J Agnew | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 1 | Orsum | 11 | Leanne Boyd | Cassandra Schmidt | 60.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 7 | Seething Chuck | 7 | E J Farr | Ms K Owen | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Master Of Rewards | 2 | Luke Rolls | J A Sylvester | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Jevington Will Do | 9 | Jenny Duggan | H R Dew | 61kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Browned Off | 5 | Jake Hull | 59.5kg | $14.00 | |
| 8th | 16 | Doolie | 15 | Jonathan Smith | 56kg | $41.00 | |
| 9th | 10 | Bush Warrior | 18 | Serg Lisnyy | Daniel Stanley | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 18 | Welcome Back | 10 | Tom Higgins | 55kg | $101.00 | |
| 11th | 14 | Hell Ofa Toughsun | 12 | Colt Prosser | 58.5kg | $26.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | Cassie''s Lad | 3 | Shae Wilkes | Jay Hopkins | 61kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Just One Look | 6 | Matthew Mc Guren | J D Cooper | 61kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Reel Torque | 13 | Raymond Spokes | B D Bellamy | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | La Cache A Vin | 1 | Jon Grisedale | B D Bellamy | 60kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Old Timing Man | 14 | Jeff Kehoe | Shane Everson | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Skittlz | 8 | Teighan Worsnop | Nick Mitchell | 58kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Ready For Vegas | 16 | Shane Everson | 55kg |
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