Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Monday 25 August 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 6 races at Pakenham Synthetic. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Path Of Heroes draws the inside barrier which should allow him to utilize early speed in a likely fast-paced race. The booking of Jye McNeil is significant, and the first-time gear suggests connections expect improvement. Lack of form data is the main concern.
Above Me brings the most race experience and consistent form to this maiden. The wide barrier is a concern, but her proven ability at the distance and recent form make her a solid contender.
The significant class drop to maiden grade is a major positive. Drawn well and partnered with a top jockey, she looks well-placed to break through.
The inside barrier draw and gear changes suggest potential for a forward showing. Craig Newitt is a strong jockey booking.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Cheeky Contiki | 2 | Craig Newitt | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Bark | 4 | Ben Allen | J W Price | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Billie | 6 | M J Dee | Dominic Sutton | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 2 | Above Me | 10 | Ethan Brown | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 6 | Longreach Drover | 8 | Emily Pozman | F Stockdale | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Path Of Heroes | 1 | Jye Mc Neil | R D Griffiths | 57kg | $2.90 |
| Scr | 3 | Movari | 9 | Aaron Laing | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | La Astro Chat | 7 | Nadia Daniels | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 54kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Lake Gillear | 5 | Patrick Moloney | Pat Carey & Harris Walker | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Anyways | 11 | Will Price | Jason Warren | 55kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Melrose | 3 | Jye Mc Neil | R D Griffiths | 55kg |
The 367-day break is a concern, but the strong stable and jockey booking suggest readiness. Well-weighted and drawn, he appears primed for a breakthrough win if he has progressed as expected.
Imaginate brings solid recent form into this race, including a strong 3rd place finish on synthetic. The class drop is significant and should see him very competitive here. While the wide barrier is a concern, his consistency and proven ability on synthetic make him a strong contender.
Couldthisbetheone showed promise on debut and the addition of blinkers suggests improvement is expected. While inexperienced and untested on synthetic, the strong stable/jockey combination and good barrier draw give confidence. Likely to show significant improvement from debut run.
Highland Diva brings improving form into this race with consistent performances at a similar level. While the wide barrier and lack of synthetic experience are concerns, her soft track ability may translate well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Imaginate | 10 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 9 | Couldthisbetheone | 6 | Daniel Stackhouse | M M Laurie | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 2 | Hanuman | 4 | Ethan Brown | Jason Warren | 59.5kg | $1.40 |
| 4th | 1 | Absolute Power | 2 | Luke Cartwright | Ms L Tolson & Ms L Proctor | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Sharp Retort | 3 | Fred W Kersley | Simon Zahra | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Champ''s Queen | 7 | Patrick Moloney | J F Moloney | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 11 | The Archer | 9 | Brad Rawiller | N A Blackiston | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Tensile | 5 | Caitlin Hollowood | N G Eades | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Lost In The Echo | 8 | Emily Pozman | Taylah Hill | 58kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Good Onya Darl | 1 | Stephanie Hateley | Amy & Ash Yargi | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Highland Diva | 11 | Sally Wynne | Susie Wells | 57.5kg |
Zambardo presents as the standout selection with consistent form, a significant class drop, and weight advantage. Despite no wins, the gelding has shown strong ability with placings in all starts.
The gelding's midfield running style should suit the likely race tempo. While yet to break through for a win, the form suggests he's close to doing so. The wider barrier is a slight concern but manageable.
Wondering Spirit has shown consistency with placings and a good second last start. The favorable barrier draw and competitiveness at this distance are positives. While yet to win, the gelding has been close and could break through soon.
The significant class drop is a big positive. While unplaced to date, these factors combined could see a much-improved performance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Zambardo | 5 | Ethan Brown | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $1.28 |
| 2nd | 4 | Peeaitchdee | 10 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Wondering Spirit | 3 | Daniel Moor | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Well I''ll Be | 8 | Ben Allen | J W Price | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Just Dance | 1 | Teodore Nugent | I M Pankhurst | 59.5kg | $91.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Lillard | 11 | Daniel Stackhouse | Jason Warren | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Hard Grunt | 7 | Ryan Houston | Simon Zahra | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Ballerina Belle | 4 | Sheridan Clarke | J F Moloney | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Magna Force | 2 | Nathan Punch | Ms E Haworth | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Phoenician | 6 | Brad Rawiller | E W Ewert | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Sunburnt Country | 9 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 57kg |
Despite the top weight, the class drop and consistent performances make him the top selection. His track and distance record is solid, and he appears well-placed to secure victory.
Ghemme shows promising form and receives a significant weight advantage. While facing a class rise, her recent winning form and good barrier draw suggest she can be competitive. The main query is the long break since her last start, but if she's fresh, she could challenge the top pick.
Norwoods offers value as a consistent performer dropping back in class. His win rate is solid, and he has a good barrier draw. The main concerns are his poor last start and lack of synthetic track experience.
Stella Cantante represents value with her light weight and recent synthetic track victory.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Ghemme | 2 | Thomas Prebble | G M Begg | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | Austrata | 1 | Daniel Stackhouse | Reece Goodwin | 63kg | $2.30 |
| 3rd | 3 | Big Kate | 9 | Patrick Moloney | Daniel Williams | 60kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Stella Cantante | 7 | Emily Pozman | N J Harnett | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Palace Winter | 6 | Carleen Hefel | R N Mathews | 60kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Sorry Sailor | 12 | Adam Mc Cabe | Rachael Cunningham | 60kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Shot At The Night | 11 | Ben Allen | John R Allen | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Jimbrook | 5 | Brad Rawiller | Andrew Campbell | 60.5kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Toronova | 8 | Teodore Nugent | I M Pankhurst | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Broadfield | 4 | Zoe Waller | A Rosolini | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 7 | French Class | 10 | Shea Eden | 58.5kg | $31.00 | |
| Scr | 12 | Norwoods | 3 | Nadia Daniels | Rachael Cunningham | 60kg |
Shaalute presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including two wins from his last three starts. The class drop from his last start win is advantageous, though he carries top weight.
Demiquaver shows consistent form with three placings from her last five starts. The addition of winkers for the first time could spark improvement. The slight class rise is a minor concern, as is her lack of experience on synthetic tracks.
She Smashes is dropping significantly in class, which is a major positive. While well-weighted for her class, she is unproven on synthetic tracks and has a slightly disadvantageous barrier draw.
The lightweight and experienced jockey are positives. However, his overall form is poor and he's unproven at this track and distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Shaalute | 4 | Rose Hammond | M M Laurie | 61kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 10 | Demiquaver | 6 | Ben Allen | J W Price | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | She Smashes | 11 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Isdell | 14 | Lauren Burke | Cheryl Weller | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Stand By Me Ned | 16 | Teodore Nugent | Ms M Lawson | 61kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Little Bighorn | 2 | Brad Rawiller | R D Griffiths | 61kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Farisha | 5 | Liam Riordan | Reece Goodwin | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Bow Ribbon | 13 | Sarah Field | D F Hill | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Machinegun Krelley | 7 | Teodore Nugent | Shea Eden | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Frank Express | 9 | Emily Pozman | A Rosolini | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Holler Thy Name | 12 | Nadia Daniels | Taylah Hill | 53.5kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 9 | A Pinch Of Luck | 3 | Ms D Keane | Mitchell Leek | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Shock | 8 | Bailey Kinninmont | M C Kent | 57kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Spoken Heiress | 15 | A W Noonan | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Very Grateful | 1 | G Eurell | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Cryptic Clue | 17 | Matthew Brown | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Haather | 10 | Craig Newitt | Carly Cook | 55.5kg |
Missile Girl brings strong consistent form into this race, including multiple wins and placings in her last 5 starts. Her best time at the distance is impressive, and she has a proven record on synthetic tracks. The 59kg weight aligns well with winning trends, and her running style should suit from barrier 14. While facing a slight class rise, her overall profile makes her the top selection.
Vaderlee brings consistent form and a significant weight drop into this race. The good barrier draw should suit his running style, and the strong trainer/jockey combination is a positive. However, the long break since his last run and lack of synthetic track experience are notable concerns. The class rise adds another challenge, but his overall profile suggests he can be competitive.
The significant weight drop to 59kg is advantageous, and as a lightly raced mare, there's potential for further improvement. However, the long break since her last run and lack of synthetic track experience are concerns. Her ability to overcome the wide barrier will be crucial.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Missile Girl | 14 | Beau Mertens | Reece Goodwin | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 5 | Intriguing State | 2 | Thomas Stockdale | Kasey Wilson | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Stahnado | 4 | Daniel Moor | John McArdle | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Vaderlee | 5 | Liam Riordan | Simon Zahra | 61kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Rebels | 11 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 60.5kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Count Of Toulouse | 10 | Emily Pozman | Dale Short | 61kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Brooklyn Baby | 7 | John Keating | M Sell | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 13 | The Great Bratski | 3 | Teodore Nugent | Christine Sexton | 55.5kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Cryptic Gem | 8 | Brad Rawiller | R D Griffiths | 60kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Aussieaussieaussie | 6 | Carleen Hefel | R N Mathews | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Where''s Brittany | 9 | Ben Allen | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Dreamwriter | 13 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Ellmaknifico | 1 | Nathan Punch | Brian McGrath | 58kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Montgomery Bay | 12 | Nadia Daniels | Rory Hunter | 51kg |
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