Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Saturday 6 September 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 10 races at Randwick. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Bellenth emerges as the standout selection with his impressive last start Newcastle win and excellent second up record. His Good 4 track statistics are strong and the form pattern suggests he's ready for this class rise. Jay Ford's retention and the horse's consistent improvement make him the logical choice despite the step up in grade.
Denman Star brings solid credentials with proven class form and James McDonald's booking providing confidence. The barrier draw is ideal for Randwick's fair 1400m start, but his poor Good 4 track record is concerning. Recent form suggests he's competitive at this level despite the weight burden.
Otono possesses exceptional natural ability with a 50% win rate and perfect 1400m record. Her Good 4 track form is excellent, but the long spell and first up assignment at this class level present challenges. The light weight and distance suitability make her a genuine chance if ready.
Tartana represents excellent value based on her recent form improvement and significant weight advantage.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Denman Star | 1 | James Mc Donald | Angela Davies | 60.5kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 3 | Mogwai | 11 | Tommy Berry | R & L Price | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Bellenth | 6 | Jay Ford | Ms K Waugh | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Gently Rolled | 8 | Nash Rawiller | Bryce Heys | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Not That Easy | 7 | Rachel King | J C Coyle | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Otono | 3 | Jason Collett | K J Parker | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Webejamin | 12 | A Adkins | Stephen O''Halloran | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Change My Address | 4 | Molly Bourke | J G Sargent | 50kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Tenbury Wells | 5 | Alysha Collett | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Tartana | 10 | Anna Roper | Ms T Bateup | 53kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Cryptonic | 2 | Chad Schofield | Jason Attard | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Killer Kerr | 9 | Ms L Day | Peter D Green | 52kg |
Highway Strip stands out as the top selection with proven form at this track and distance, recording two recent seconds at Randwick over 1200m.
Zumbo brings an unbeaten record and perfect first up statistics to this assignment.
Lightning Speed brings strong recent form and an excellent distance record to this metropolitan assignment.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | So Magnificent | 1 | Billy Owen | Todd Smart | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 15 | Zumbo | 12 | Tommy Berry | B F Cavanough | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Nimble Star | 7 | Adam Hyeronimus | Brett Robb | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 16 | Poisen Point | 16 | Zac Lloyd | Brett Robb | 54kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Calido Magic | 2 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 53kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Highway Strip | 19 | Chad Schofield | D A Williams | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 7th | 9 | Saratoga Power | 4 | Anna Roper | B F Cavanough | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Shaddap | 15 | Regan Bayliss | D R Mirfin | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 17 | You''re On Mute | 6 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Geoffrey Crothers | 51kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Scopics | 9 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Angus Stewart | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Kreon | 11 | Jason Collett | D A Williams | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 12th | 7 | Light Infantry | 3 | Jean Van Overmeire | Ms G Williams | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 19 | Graceful Ellen | 14 | Alysha Collett | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 14th | 12 | Via Vegas | 8 | Jay Ford | Jonathan Smith | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 15th | 6 | Cambar | 13 | Tim Clark | G J Colvin | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 16th | 14 | Lightning Speed | 18 | Braith Nock | Cameron Crockett | 53kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Stupendo | 5 | Matthew Kelley | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Cool Storm | 17 | Ashley Morgan | R P Northam | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Nation Changing | 10 | Siena Grima | Melanie O''Gorman | 51.5kg |
Chidiac presents exceptional credentials with outstanding strike rates across all key metrics. The perfect distance record and strong second up statistics are compelling factors. Despite the class rise from country racing, the combination of perfect distance form, second up prowess, and weight advantage through apprentice claim makes this mare the standout selection.
Spirit Of Wealth offers strong credentials with perfect first up form and ideal positioning from barrier 2. The Tommy Berry booking and class drop suggest stable confidence.
Island Dec represents excellent value with an unbeatable first up record that cannot be ignored. The significant class drop and quality jockey booking suggest strong winning chances.
Ticklebelly offers solid value with strong first up credentials and proven Randwick form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Monte Supreme | 6 | Jason Collett | Bjorn Baker | 56.5kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Chidiac | 5 | Braith Nock | B F Cavanough | 53kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 1 | Husk | 9 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Ticklebelly | 4 | Tim Clark | Scott Collings | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Island Dec | 8 | Regan Bayliss | R & L Price | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Spirit Of Wealth | 2 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 54kg | $1.70 |
| 7th | 2 | Kimberley Secrets | 10 | Ashley Morgan | N J Olive | 59kg | $18.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Dominetta | 1 | Adam Hyeronimus | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | African Daisy | 7 | Nash Rawiller | J C Deamer | 58kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Art''s Alive | 3 | Jay Ford | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg |
Changingoftheguard brings superior class credentials with international Group wins and recent excellent form over similar distance at Flemington. The McDonald booking and proven staying ability outweigh concerns about top weight and wide draw. His class advantage over this field is significant.
His light weight and current fitness peak are strong positives, though the distance query and good track record prevent him from being the top selection.
Muktamil has proven staying credentials with excellent form over similar distances recently. The light weight and first-time winkers provide positive angles, while his consistent placings over staying trips show reliability. Class rise and track inexperience are the main concerns.
Cleveland offers value based on significant class drop and proven staying ability, but his poor first-up record and extended spell create major concerns. The Group 2 win at 2500m shows he has the ability, but fitness and form questions make this a speculative play only.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Changingoftheguard | 9 | James Mc Donald | K A Lees | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 8 | Travolta | 6 | Zac Lloyd | C J Waller | 53kg | $1.70 |
| 3rd | 6 | Muktamil | 7 | Braith Nock | T Busuttin & N Young | 53.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Cleveland | 2 | Dylan Gibbons | K A Lees | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Tajanis | 5 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Saltcoats | 8 | C J Waller | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Glory Daze | 4 | Chad Schofield | C Maher | 55kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Age Of Sail | 3 | Jay Ford | K A Lees | 53kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Kirkeby | 1 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 53kg |
Her proven ability at this exact trip combined with excellent soft track form makes her the horse to beat despite limited overall experience.
Aberlour offers solid credentials with recent winning form and proven course/distance ability. The weight advantage and inside barrier enhance her chances, though her poor Good 4 track record presents the main concern for today's conditions.
Lord Penman brings exceptional overall statistics and strong recent form but faces queries over the distance and wide draw. His class and connections make him a major player, though the course/distance inexperience and barrier present challenges.
His poor Randwick record is concerning, but the inside draw and winning momentum make him a solid value play.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Shohisha | 5 | Anna Roper | David Payne | 50kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 11 | Fully Lit | 9 | Regan Bayliss | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Aberlour | 6 | A Adkins | Joseph Pride | 52.5kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Time Quest | 2 | Zac Lloyd | Matthew Smith | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Wootton Verni | 7 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Flying Bandit | 4 | Jay Ford | K J Parker | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 5 | God''s Window | 8 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 6 | State Of America | 1 | Braith Nock | David Payne | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Highlights | 3 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Sun ''n'' Sand | 11 | Alysha Collett | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Wymark | 10 | Dylan Gibbons | Michael Freedman | 56kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Birdman | 12 | William Stanley | C J Waller | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Lord Penman | 13 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 56kg |
Savvy Hallie presents as the standout selection with her impressive Group 2 victory last start and strong consistent form pattern. The favorable barrier draw and proven class make her the horse to beat despite the step up in grade.
Within The Law brings proven class and excellent second up statistics but faces a significant barrier challenge. Her quality and class drop make her dangerous if she can overcome the wide draw at this 1200m start.
Agarwood represents excellent value with her perfect second up record and proven Randwick form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 16 | Apocalyptic | 1 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Tupakara | 11 | James Mc Donald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Savvy Hallie | 5 | Jay Ford | Brad Widdup | 56kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 9 | Kujenga | 9 | Ethan Brown | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Within The Law | 16 | Jason Collett | Bjorn Baker | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 11 | Karinska | 6 | Zac Lloyd | C J Waller | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Next Jen | 4 | Chad Schofield | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Open Secret | 3 | Alysha Collett | John Thompson | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Memo | 2 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Peter Snowden | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Spicy Lu | 15 | Ashley Morgan | N J Olive | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Stardom | 7 | Adam Hyeronimus | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Agarwood | 10 | Rachel King | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 13th | 14 | Wootton Lass | 14 | Molly Bourke | J G Sargent | 56kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Akaysha | 8 | A Adkins | Peter Snowden | 56kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Angel Ladder | 12 | Tim Clark | C Maher | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Vivian''s Express | 13 | Dylan Gibbons | Richard & Will Freedman | 56kg |
Ceolwulf stands out as the clear winning selection with exceptional second up form and a perfect record at this specific track and distance combination.
Sir Delius brings impressive credentials with a perfect first up record and exceptional overall strike rate. His high-class European form and proven first up ability make him a serious winning threat despite the unknowns of track, distance and conditions.
Robusto represents excellent value with his proven Randwick form and perfect record at this specific track and distance.
Her strong second up form, excellent Good 4 track record, and significant weight advantage create a compelling value proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Lindermann | 9 | Nash Rawiller | C J Waller | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Sir Delius | 10 | Tim Clark | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Vauban | 6 | Adam Hyeronimus | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Ceolwulf | 2 | Chad Schofield | Joseph Pride | 59kg | $1.75 |
| 5th | 10 | Birdman | 1 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Arapaho | 4 | Rachel King | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Robusto | 7 | Jason Collett | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Adelaide River | 12 | Dylan Gibbons | K A Lees | 59kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Land Legend | 11 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Full Count Felicia | 3 | Tyler Schiller | C J Waller | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Athabascan | 8 | Zac Lloyd | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 59kg | $201.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Huetor | 5 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Peter Snowden | 59kg | $201.00 |
Lady Shenandoah presents as the standout selection with her exceptional record of 5 wins from 7 starts and perfect Randwick form of 3 wins from 3 starts. Her first up statistics of 2 wins from 3 starts provide confidence despite the 175-day break. The barrier 1 draw is crucial at this distance, and the McDonald-Waller combination adds further appeal.
Jimmysstar's first up record of 4 wins from 5 starts makes him a serious threat despite the wide barrier. His recent Group 1 victory at Randwick over 1400m demonstrates his class, and his good track record of 5 wins from 10 starts suits today's conditions. The barrier 11 draw is concerning for the 1000m start.
Headwall's perfect record at Randwick over 1000m with 1 win from 1 start combined with his excellent distance record of 5 wins from 9 starts at 1000m makes him very appealing. His first up statistics of 2 wins from 5 starts provide confidence, and the barrier 5 draw is ideal for this distance.
The barrier 4 draw is ideal for this distance, and his Group level experience is valuable.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Headwall | 5 | Zac Lloyd | Matthew Smith | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Lady Shenandoah | 1 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 6 | Ostraka | 8 | Chad Schofield | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Tiger Shark | 7 | Regan Bayliss | Clayton Douglas | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Jimmysstar | 11 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 60.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 9 | In Flight | 6 | Jay Ford | Joseph Pride | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 13 | New York Lustre | 14 | Tim Clark | E Jusufovic | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Spring Lee | 2 | Rachel King | Bjorn Baker | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Generosity | 3 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Dragonstone | 12 | Adam Hyeronimus | Joseph Pride | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Hard To Say | 9 | Ashley Morgan | J C Deamer | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Mornington Glory | 13 | Nash Rawiller | Gavin Bedggood | 60kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Jedibeel | 4 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Brad Widdup | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Philosopher | 10 | Tyler Schiller | E Jusufovic | 57kg |
Private Eye stands out as the form horse coming off a dominant Group 2 victory at Caulfield. His exceptional first up record (4 wins from 10 starts) combined with proven good track form makes him ideally suited for today's conditions.
Swiftfalcon appeals strongly with his outstanding 1400m record (2 wins from 3 starts) making him perfectly suited to today's distance.
Linebacker brings elite credentials as a Group 1 winner with an impressive 33% strike rate. His first up Randwick Guineas victory demonstrates his ability to perform fresh at this track, while his good track form (2 wins from 6 starts) suits today's conditions. However, the extreme barrier 16 draw presents a major tactical challenge.
His strong distance credentials (3 wins from 9 starts at 1400m) combined with a significant class drop from Group 1 level make him a compelling each-way proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Pericles | 12 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Private Eye | 14 | Nash Rawiller | Joseph Pride | 57.5kg | $2.10 |
| 3rd | 14 | With Your Blessing | 11 | Alysha Collett | John Thompson | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Osipenko | 1 | Tim Clark | C J Waller | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Militarize | 7 | James Mc Donald | C J Waller | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Swiftfalcon | 6 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Linebacker | 16 | Zac Lloyd | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Willydoit | 15 | Tommy Berry | C Maher | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 16 | War Eternal | 5 | Dylan Gibbons | Bjorn Baker | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Waterford | 13 | Jason Collett | C J Waller | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Kovalica | 10 | Adam Hyeronimus | C J Waller | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 12th | 17 | Depth Of Character | 4 | Chad Schofield | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Port Lockroy | 8 | Ethan Brown | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 14th | 10 | Al Mubhir | 2 | Ashley Morgan | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 15th | 9 | Coleman | 9 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 56kg | $91.00 |
| 16th | 12 | Territory Express | 3 | Jean Van Overmeire | P Niceforo | 55kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Angel Capital | 17 | C J Waller | 57kg |
Dominetta presents as the standout selection despite the long spell. While her soft track record shows 0 wins from 4 starts, the class drop and first up ability make her the top pick.
Winston Hills offers solid each-way value as a consistent performer second up from a spell. His soft track form is reliable, and despite the wide barrier, his recent consistency and strong place record make him a reliable proposition. The class rise is a concern, but his recent form suggests he can handle this level.
Point And Shoot has the credentials with an excellent Randwick record and strong second up statistics. However, his soft track form is concerning with 0 wins from 2 starts, and the top weight burden makes him vulnerable. The class drop helps, but the track condition suitability is questionable.
While her soft track record isn't outstanding, the class relief and weight advantage provide hope for an upset result.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Well Timed | 8 | Nash Rawiller | K J Parker | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Winston Hills | 12 | Jason Collett | Matthew Smith | 55.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 10 | Dominetta | 1 | Rachel King | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 55.5kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 2 | Mogul Monarch | 9 | Anna Roper | Ms K Waugh | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Bauhinia | 10 | Tommy Berry | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Shesallshenanigans | 2 | Braith Nock | Matthew Dale | 56.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Ravenclaw | 5 | Benjamin Osmond | C J Waller | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Mob Buster | 11 | Siena Grima | N H Boyle | 53kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Point And Shoot | 7 | Tim Clark | Bjorn Baker | 61kg | $3.60 |
| Scr | 6 | Hanau | 3 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | M S Minervini | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Scintilla | 4 | Tyler Schiller | L J Bridge | 57kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Art''s Alive | 6 | Brad Widdup | 54.5kg |
Before the races, not after
Our top three picks and a value pick for every race, with assessed prices, speed maps and the analysis behind them. Free for 7 days.