Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Thursday 11 September 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 9 races at Seymour. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Chris Waller's Pirrip represents the standout selection with elite connections and improving form. Third placing last start at Moe over 2050m suggests readiness for this staying test. Despite the wide barrier, the class edge should prevail.
Snore brings the most consistent form with 4 seconds from 11 starts, including a recent second over 2200m at Bendigo. His soft track record of 0 wins from 2 starts provides confidence on today's Soft 5 surface. The 28-day freshen-up and retention of Cian Macredmond suggests stable confidence in his chances.
Cowarrie offers value with improving form including a third at Benalla last start. However, the missing jockey booking creates some uncertainty, though the improving trend and soft track experience make him a viable each-way option.
Her previous second over 2200m at Hamilton and recent fourth over 2400m demonstrate staying ability. The advantageous barrier 2 and minimum weight of 57.5kg provide tactical and weight advantages that make her a strong value proposition despite the winless record.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Snore | 7 | Cian Macredmond | R K Challis | 59.5kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 2 | Cowarrie | 4 | D T O''Brien | 59.5kg | $6.00 | |
| 3rd | 7 | Wet ''n'' Dry | 6 | Neil Farley | Shay Keating | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Pirrip | 8 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $2.05 |
| 5th | 5 | Plastic Dreams | 3 | Jake Duffy | P Kearney | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Instinctive Spirit | 2 | Luke Currie | Rhys Archard | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Circa | 5 | E J Walsh | Ms A Blackburn | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Phoenician | 9 | Brad Rawiller | E W Ewert | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Couldbetracy | 1 | G C Strang | 57.5kg |
Jamie Kah's booking and the horse's second-up positioning from a quality stable suggests serious winning intent. Despite limited experience, the combination of raw ability and professional preparation makes this the top selection.
Here Comes Wozza represents solid each-way value with consistent recent form showing three consecutive third placings. While winless from 13 starts, his consistent placings and distance experience suggest he can run into the finish again.
Manifest The Milli offers solid value dropping significantly in class after competing in open company. The gelding's strong placing record with 0 wins from 6 starts but 2 seconds, combined with proven distance ability and the addition of tongue tie first time, suggests improvement is expected.
Azazel represents speculative value as a first-time starter with significant gear applications. The combination of cross-over nose band and tongue tie first time, along with M J Dee's booking, suggests the Walker stable believes the horse is ready to perform.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Azazel | 13 | M J Dee | M W Walker | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Manifest The Milli | 4 | Billy Egan | D T O''Brien | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Cavalry | 7 | Jamie Kah | M, W & J Hawkes | 59.5kg | $1.60 |
| 4th | 2 | Celestial Option | 1 | Lachlan King | R K Challis | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Well I''ll Be | 14 | Ben Allen | J W Price | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 14 | Whatta Man | 10 | Jacob Noonan | Adele Garraway | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Here Comes Wozza | 6 | Jake Duffy | Ms G Johnstone | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Justified At Last | 11 | Teodore Nugent | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Smart Moves | 2 | Zac Spain | Dennis Julius | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Royal Beau | 9 | Melea Castle | Jack Laing | 59.5kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Shipshewana | 8 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Eternity Star | 5 | Brad Rawiller | Smiley Chan | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Intervened | 3 | Mark Zahra | C Maher | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Madesian | 12 | John Allen | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Attack Force | 15 | Celine Gaudry | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg |
Star Trip represents the standout selection with elite connections in Maher/Zahra combination. Maher stable has excellent record with debutants, and Zahra's booking adds significant confidence.
Bark showed excellent form when narrowly beaten at Pakenham over 1000m in fast time. The gelding has proven ability at the distance and Ben Allen's retention suggests confidence. While the wide barrier is concerning, the experience edge over multiple debutants and solid recent form makes this a strong each-way chance.
Gold Coast Belle represents the best of the remaining debutants with Jordan Childs taking the ride for D T O'Brien.
Carleen Hefel's 3kg claim brings the weight down effectively, and first-time winkers often produce improvement. The inside barrier negates many concerns about the apprentice jockey, making this a solid value proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Star Trip | 4 | Mark Zahra | C Maher | 57kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 9 | Gold Coast Belle | 10 | Jordan Childs | D T O''Brien | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Blaze Away | 6 | Fred W Kersley | Claire Patterson | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 1 | Bark | 9 | Ben Allen | J W Price | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Bidu | 7 | Celine Gaudry | Liam Howley | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Unapproachable | 1 | Carleen Hefel | E Jusufovic | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Madam Burberry | 5 | Jye Mc Neil | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Lacessit | 11 | Jamie Kah | Kate Rousseaux | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Strum | 13 | Zac Spain | Dennis Julius | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Elegant Contessa | 2 | Beau Mertens | Julius Sandhu | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Clarification | 3 | C I Brown | 55kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 11 | Pride Of Mandy | 14 | M J Dee | C I Brown | 55kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Please Me Do | 8 | D E Dean | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Hopetoun Park | 12 | Jacob Noonan | R J Besanko | 59.5kg |
Seven Oceans represents excellent value as the standout class runner dropping from Open company to Maiden level. Her debut second at Mornington on Heavy 9 demonstrates both wet track ability and first-up competitiveness. The significant class drop combined with proven heavy track form makes her the logical choice despite the long spell.
The combination of elite connections, lightweight, and inside barrier suggests this newcomer has shown ability in trials.
The Real Mahjong appeals as a Maher-trained debutant with first-time blinkers suggesting improvement needed from trials. The gear change combined with elite stable and good barrier provides tactical advantages.
The recent gelding operation and class relief provide strong improvement factors.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | The Real Mahjong | 5 | Ben Allen | C Maher | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Cosmic Charger | 7 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Adiuro | 3 | Brad Rawiller | R J Besanko | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Banned Witness | 14 | Carleen Hefel | E Jusufovic | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Petite Fleur | 11 | Beau Mertens | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Bonus Season | 2 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 7 | He''s A Hustler | 4 | Luke Currie | T & C McEvoy | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Seven Oceans | 6 | M J Dee | M W Walker | 55kg | $1.60 |
| 9th | 6 | Handsome Missile | 8 | Jacob Noonan | Reece Goodwin | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Timofei | 9 | Neil Farley | M Sell | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Grinzinger Tundra | 12 | Jamie Kah | D T O''Brien | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Irreverent | 1 | Zac Spain | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 55kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Till Queen | 13 | Jye Mc Neil | A & S Freedman | 55kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Auxiliary | 10 | G Eurell | 59.5kg |
Cafe Au Lait shapes as the most likely winner being second up from a spell with an improving form line. Her close second at Geelong last start shows she's ready to break through, and the booking of champion jockey Jye McNeil is a significant positive. The Chris Waller stable excels with horses in this position.
The 141-day break should have him fresh, and Glen Thompson's confidence is evident in the gear additions and Lane booking.
Keep It Real impressed with a narrow second on soft going at Wangaratta and the Freedman stable has him perfectly placed second up. The soft track conditions suit perfectly, and Stackhouse's booking adds confidence. The 3-year-old weight allowance is a significant advantage.
Second up from a spell with John Allen aboard, she has the class to improve significantly on her recent efforts and represents strong each-way value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Cafe Au Lait | 6 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 55kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 13 | Gina''s A Star | 7 | John Allen | Mitchell Freedman | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Half Scotch | 9 | M J Dee | D T O''Brien | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Recycle King | 1 | Jordan Childs | Scott Cameron | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Boss Boy | 3 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Packers Journey | 4 | Neil Farley | M Sell | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Soroush | 8 | Damian Lane | Glen Thompson | 57kg | $3.20 |
| 8th | 3 | Allcome Tycoon | 5 | Teodore Nugent | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Valorada | 2 | Fred W Kersley | Claire Patterson | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | If You Can | 12 | Lachlan King | Ben Brisbourne | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Keep It Real | 10 | Daniel Stackhouse | A & S Freedman | 57kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Safe And Warm | 11 | Celine Gaudry | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Beautifully | 13 | Jamie Kah | T Busuttin & N Young | 55kg |
Astral Flame presents as the standout despite being first up from a long spell. The significant class drop from BM70 to BM62 combined with winkers being removed suggests trainer confidence. While the soft track is unknown territory, her quality and class edge make her the selection.
Perfect Picture ran an excellent second first up at Sandown-Lakeside and typically improves second up. The massive class drop from Group/Open company to BM62 provides a significant advantage. Her 1200m record shows 1 win from 3 starts and the inside barrier 8 suits at Seymour.
Maldini is a quality 3yo colt dropping significantly in class from Listed/Open company. His first up record shows 0 wins from 2 starts but includes a second, and he has an excellent 1200m record with 1 win from 2 starts. The good barrier 6 draw helps at Seymour.
Her 1200m record shows 1 win from 6 starts and she gets a good barrier 7 draw. The class rise is manageable given her current form trajectory.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Bardia''s Dream | 12 | Ryan Houston | Simon Zahra | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Maldini | 6 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Astral Flame | 10 | Lachlan Neindorf | E Jusufovic | 60kg | $1.85 |
| 4th | 12 | Adelante | 7 | M J Dee | M W Walker | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Perfect Picture | 8 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 59.5kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Southern Fire | 9 | S V Brown | 57.5kg | $61.00 | |
| 7th | 3 | Gundaroo | 11 | Rhys Mc Leod | Peter Smith | 60.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Zethus | 15 | Brad Rawiller | Peter Smith | 61.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Docinthe | 14 | Beau Treloar | Mitchell Freedman | 60kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Fashion Flash | 2 | Lachlan King | J G Symons & S Laxon | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Spirit Of Jo | 4 | Jarrod Fry | Lee & Shannon Hope | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Illuminance | 5 | Julius Sandhu | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Star Of Beirut | 13 | Neil Farley | Henry Dwyer | 60kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Starmae | 1 | Billy Egan | Dwayne Reid | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Ollandia Beach | 3 | Justin W Stanley | I W Lister | 59.5kg |
Sir Rockford presents as the standout selection dropping significantly in class after running in Listed/Open company. While his second up record shows 0 wins from 5 starts, he has recorded 2 seconds, suggesting he runs well fresh. The Jamie Kah booking and inside barrier enhance his chances considerably.
Wise Legend enters off a last start synthetic victory, demonstrating current form and fitness. His distance credentials are solid with 1 win from 9 starts over 2000m+, while the John Allen booking adds significant value. However, his soft track record of 0 wins from 5 starts and wide barrier present concerns for today's conditions.
Eye Of Epaulette brings perfect course and distance credentials with 1 win from 1 start at Seymour over 2046m. The heavy track record of 1 win from 4 starts provides confidence, though the wide barrier presents some tactical challenges.
Her second up record of 1 win from 1 start is ideal for today's scenario. While the class rise from maiden to BM62 is significant, her limited exposure suggests considerable upside potential.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Sir Rockford | 1 | Jamie Kah | Aaron Laing | 60kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 3 | Amphactor | 13 | Brad Rawiller | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 61kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 5 | Haaland | 10 | Lucinda Doodt | Lucinda Boyd | 60.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Shakib | 4 | E J Walsh | Henry Dwyer | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Valley King | 6 | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 59.5kg | $7.00 | |
| 6th | 10 | Reliable Jo | 9 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Dreamstone | 3 | Amy O''Driscoll | Debbie Delphin | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 6 | Durban Harbour | 2 | Beau Treloar | J G Symons & S Laxon | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Dandruff | 5 | Jade Smith | Toby Lake | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Wise Legend | 12 | John Allen | Dan O''Sullivan | 61kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Colleagues | 14 | Jarrod Fry | Ms K Durden | 62.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Saint Winifred | 7 | Jacob Noonan | Michael Trotter | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Eye Of Epaulette | 8 | Teodore Nugent | D Binaisse | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Vistetto | 11 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 58.5kg |
Acta Non Verba represents the standout selection dropping significantly in class from Group/Open company. The inside barrier draw suits his forward racing pattern, and despite soft track concerns, the class drop should see him competitive.
Giggenbach appeals as a lightly raced mare with excellent soft track credentials (1 win from 2 starts). Her last start maiden win over 1600m at Moe shows she handles the distance, and with only 4 career starts, there's scope for improvement. The class rise is significant but her soft track ability and light weight make her competitive.
Storm Ahead returns first up after a lengthy spell but has shown good fresh form previously. The cross-over nose band first time is a positive gear change, though the inside barrier and soft track conditions present challenges.
Her recent third at Seymour demonstrates track familiarity, and the slight class drop helps.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Acta Non Verba | 2 | Billy Egan | D T O''Brien | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 9 | Giggenbach | 4 | Ethan Brown | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Belcony | 12 | Jordan Childs | Reece Goodwin | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Storm Ahead | 1 | Beau Mertens | Julius Sandhu | 60.5kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 6 | Dazzling Sky | 10 | Jacob Noonan | A W Noonan | 60kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Mercante | 13 | Brad Rawiller | N A Blackiston | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Bellonado | 7 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 61kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Van Gerwen | 5 | Declan Bates | Peter Gelagotis | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Demiquaver | 6 | J W Price | 56.5kg | $13.00 | |
| 10th | 11 | Starfleet Command | 11 | Harry Coffey | Robert Hickmott | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Myers Delight | 3 | Liam Riordan | Archie Alexander | 57.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Governor King | 14 | Ben Allen | Henry Dwyer | 62kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Armino | 8 | Craig Newitt | Andrew Forsman | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Vixenette | 9 | Luke Currie | T & C McEvoy | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Mosamour | 15 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 56.5kg |
The Harry Coffey retention and good barrier draw enhance his chances.
Always Hapi brings proven form at this level with a recent Warrnambool win and solid soft track credentials. His distance record of 4 wins from 13 starts is strong, and the apprentice claim helps with the weight. The barrier draw is workable and his class should see him competitive in this field.
High Praise presents as the standout selection despite being first up from a long spell. His consistent form showing 1 win from 4 starts with a 75% place rate is exceptional for a lightly raced horse. While the soft track is an unknown, his quality suggests he can adapt.
The barrier draw and Jordan Childs booking enhance her chances significantly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | British Poet | 2 | Jye Mc Neil | Reece Goodwin | 61kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Steel Move | 8 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 60.5kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 8 | Where''s Poppy | 6 | John Allen | Thomas Carberry | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Battaglia | 11 | W Gordon | Brett Scott | 60.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Empire Of Pain | 4 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 13 | Moor Mumm | 13 | E J Walsh | Dan O''Sullivan | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Always Hapi | 3 | Thomas Spillane | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Long Brew | 5 | Billy Egan | Lee & Shannon Hope | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 14 | A Dime Approach | 10 | Jarrod Fry | Mitchell Freedman | 60kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Cleo''s Award | 9 | Teodore Nugent | D Binaisse | 61kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Greenhill Prince | 1 | Cian Macredmond | Shay Keating | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | High Praise | 7 | Damian Lane | G Eurell | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Meh Keffi | 12 | Zac Spain | Lloyd Kennewell | 60kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Bon Fete | 14 | Zac Spain | Jason Warren | 58kg |
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