Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Western Australia · Wednesday 17 September 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Belmont Park. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Hasani is the standout selection having won his last start at this exact track and distance on similar soft conditions. His soft track record of 1 win from 2 starts is excellent, and he's dropping significantly in class from Open company. The top weight is a concern but his winning form and track/distance suitability make him hard to beat.
Saam Time Lucky brings consistent form and excellent track/condition suitability. His Belmont Park record is strong and he's proven on soft tracks. While beaten by Hasani last start, he ran a solid third and the form looks reliable. The wider barrier is a slight concern but his proven ability at this venue makes him a strong each-way chance.
Brave Dragon offers some value as a second-up runner with significant gear changes. The inside barrier is a major advantage at Belmont, and he's dropping in class. However, his poor career record and lack of soft track form are concerning. The gear changes suggest connections are trying to find the key, making him a speculative place chance.
The blinkers first time and class drop provide hope for improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Hasani | 6 | Lucy Warwick | G & A Williams | 59kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 2 | Saam Time Lucky | 7 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 58.5kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 4 | Brave Dragon | 1 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Shimmery Star | 4 | Jade Mc Naught | S & J Casey | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Hot Headed | 3 | Joseph Azzopardi | Luke Fernie | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Rockstar Queen | 5 | William Pike | Simon Miller | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Wayfinder | 2 | Clinton Porter | Simon Miller | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
Second up from spell after a narrow defeat first-up at this track. Shows strong soft track form and has proven ability at this track and distance. The wide barrier is a concern but the horse's proven track record here outweighs this negative.
Consistent performer with strong place record who drops significantly in class. Has shown ability at this track and distance with a third placing, and the good barrier draw suits. While still seeking a maiden win, the class drop and proven track record make this an ideal opportunity.
The William Pike booking is highly significant and suggests stable confidence. Dropping in class from restricted company after showing improvement in recent starts. While still seeking a maiden win, the jockey change and class drop present a strong winning opportunity.
Complete unknown making debut with significant gear changes.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | Heeza Phoenix | 1 | Lucy Warwick | Mitchell Pateman | 55.5kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | Toscano | 5 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | C & M Gangemi | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Mr Kissinger | 7 | William Pike | Simon Miller | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Jimmy Angel | 3 | Steven Parnham | Russell Stewart | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Mr Frodo | 2 | Victora Corver | G P Jones | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Mr Universe | 12 | Patrick Carbery | N R Henry | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Must Be Nice | 10 | Luke Campbell | Felicity Forbes-Ives | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Last Mile | 4 | Joseph Azzopardi | E A Martinovich | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Doble Oh Nada | 11 | Shaun O''Donnell | Cooper Casey | 58kg | $3.60 |
| 10th | 7 | Bred Not Brought | 14 | Jason Whiting | Ms S L Miller | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Tori''s World | 8 | Laqdar Ramoly | Ms K Kersley | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 12th | 12 | El Alamein | 13 | Lisa Bivemark | P H Jordan | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 13th | 8 | Dancing Ruby | 6 | Brayden Gaerth | Ms T Itzstein | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Itzabeast | 9 | Madi Derrick | Brian Kersley | 58kg |
Surfside Session presents as the standout selection with the crucial barrier 1 draw on a track showing inside bias. Second up from spell with solid first up record (1 win from 2 starts), and the recent 2nd placing at this track demonstrates current fitness. The class rise is a concern but the barrier advantage and proven distance ability make this the selection to beat.
The blinkers removal and first up preparation indicate a tactical approach change. While the long spell and soft track inexperience are concerns, the raw ability and Pike factor make this a strong each-way proposition.
The class drop and light weight provide advantages, while the good barrier draw allows tactical flexibility. The poor overall record is concerning, but the raw times suggest ability if everything aligns.
Snip Of Romance represents solid value with the significant class drop and favorable barrier draw. The recent maiden win demonstrates current ability, and the light weight provides a competitive advantage.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Surfside Session | 1 | Troy Turner | C H Webster | 60.5kg | $2.15 |
| 2nd | 5 | Sesh | 3 | Jordan Turner | Rhys Radford | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | De Grandhomme | 5 | William Pike | A G Durrant | 60kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 4 | Point Rocks | 8 | Chanel Cooper | T M Wolfe | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Snip Of Romance | 2 | Lucy Warwick | C G Willis | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Bosisto | 7 | Holly Nottle | G C Ballantyne | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Weapons Hot | 4 | Jefferson Tsang | Cliff Howe | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Hellaine | 9 | Jade Mc Naught | Matthew Scott | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Riveting Rosie | 6 | Brad Parnham | D R Harrison | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
Startling Star presents as the standout selection with a perfect record at this track and distance, winning narrowly last start over 1650m at Belmont Park. The mare has shown rapid improvement through her brief career and handles soft conditions well. Despite the significant class rise, her form trajectory and track/distance expertise make her the logical choice.
Capable Angel brings strong recent form including a solid third at this track and distance. The consistent recent form and track familiarity offset concerns about her overall winning record.
Moonshine Queen is a promising 3-year-old filly who won her last start impressively and has a perfect record on soft tracks. While the class rise is significant, her improvement potential and soft track ability make her a genuine chance despite limited experience.
Bondi Star offers value as a recent maiden winner who showed good form over similar distances.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Capable Angel | 4 | Lucy Warwick | Brandon Fiore | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Battle Commander | 9 | Chanel Cooper | P H Jordan | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Dandy''s Gem | 5 | Brad Parnham | Embroja Lee Altieri | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Startling Star | 1 | Amy Jo Hayes | Michael Grantham | 55kg | $2.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Miss Graphene | 7 | Shaun O''Donnell | Ray Miller | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Bondi Star | 6 | Steven Parnham | Summer Dickson | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Rock Dee Jay | 8 | Jason Whiting | B M Kay | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 7 | The Lucky Chip | 11 | Austin Galati | Brett Pope | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Moonshine Queen | 2 | Clinton Porter | D & B Pearce | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 3 | What''s The Point | 3 | Brayden Gaerth | Luke Fernie | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Alabrae | 10 | Joseph Azzopardi | Maddison Vanmaris | 60kg | $21.00 |
His track record shows 1 win from 8 starts at Belmont Park, and crucially he has 1 win from 5 starts on soft tracks. Recent form includes a close second at this track in July, and he's shown he can handle the step up in class. Pike's booking adds confidence.
Saulok presents excellent value as a second up runner with a strong record at this track and distance (1 win from 2 starts). His first up run was encouraging with a close second, and historically he improves second up.
Wembanyama offers solid each-way value as a second up runner from an ideal barrier. His first up run was respectable finishing 7th, and his career shows he can improve second up. The soft track conditions are a concern given his 0 wins from 5 starts on soft going, but his consistent form and good draw make him a place chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Snip Of Gossip | 2 | Keshaw Dhurun | Fenella Martin | 54.5kg | $20.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Wembanyama | 4 | Brad Parnham | Mack Hall | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Cavallo Red | 6 | William Pike | S & J Casey | 59.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 8 | Across Generations | 8 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Urquharts Bluff | 5 | Lisa Bivemark | P H Jordan | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Saulok | 10 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 1 | King Cartel | 3 | Rosie Mahoney | Mitchell Pateman | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Strictly Cash | 7 | Chris Nicoll | S J Ryan | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Tak Goes Boom | 11 | Jason Whiting | Ms S L Miller | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Lieutenant Dunbar | 1 | Luke Campbell | G W Dupre | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Playing Quest | 9 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Alma Mater | 12 | D T McAuliffe | 56.5kg |
Surround Me brings the best specific credentials for this track and distance with a perfect record here and recent Class 3 success. The recent poor run and wide draw are concerns, but her proven ability at this venue makes her a strong winning chance.
Ain'tsobad brings strong overall credentials with a 33% win rate and perfect distance record. Her recent third demonstrates current fitness and the quality connections inspire confidence. However, her poor soft track record and top weight assignment are significant negatives that prevent her from being the top selection despite her class.
Miss Wall Street stands out as the clear soft track specialist with a 33% win rate on the surface, significantly better than any other runner. The class rise is offset by her proven wet track ability and current form peak.
Impossible Dream offers excellent value as a recent winner with solid soft track credentials.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Ain''tsobad | 3 | Brayden Gaerth | Ms T Itzstein | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Surround Me | 10 | William Pike | G & A Williams | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Rainline | 8 | Clinton Porter | D & B Pearce | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 1 | Impossible Dream | 5 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Raymond Vincent | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Pat''s Last Bang | 9 | Steven Parnham | A W Maley | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Just Adorabelle | 12 | Laqdar Ramoly | Fenella Martin | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Rubick Lass | 1 | Chanel Cooper | D R Harrison | 53.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Shoot To Fame | 6 | Brad Parnham | D T McAuliffe | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Desert Life | 4 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Gav Has Spoken | 11 | Troy Turner | R W Matthews | 56kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Miss Wall Street | 2 | Keshaw Dhurun | Mack Hall | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Perfect Sister | 7 | Lucy Warwick | D L Morton | 55.5kg |
Empress Of India stands out as the most reliable selection with her proven Belmont Park record and 1000m expertise. Her 2 wins from 10 starts on soft tracks provides crucial confidence for today's conditions, while her recent third here demonstrates current form.
Prince brings the best recent form with a last-start win on soft going. His exceptional 40% win rate demonstrates quality despite limited experience. The 100% soft track record (1 win from 1 start) is crucial for today's conditions, and his tactical speed should suit the Belmont 1000m layout perfectly.
Promising offers strong fundamentals with her 1000m ability and crucial inside barrier draw. The significant class drop from BM70+ to Rst 0 Met Win provides a key advantage. However, her poor first up record (0 wins from 3 starts) and 88-day break create fitness concerns that place her behind the top two selections.
His recent second demonstrates current form, and his Belmont Park record provides confidence. The combination of track/distance suitability and proven wet track ability makes him a strong value proposition despite the wide barrier.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Military Power | 12 | Chanel Cooper | J P Taylor | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 1 | Pin Deep | 7 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | A G Durrant | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Seeyouatthesession | 5 | Madi Derrick | S & J Casey | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Empress Of India | 3 | Jason Whiting | Ms S Bakranich | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 8 | Village Girl | 9 | Holly Nottle | Takahide Ikenushi | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Prince | 6 | Clinton Porter | D & B Pearce | 57kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 5 | Mungo Jerry | 2 | Lucy Warwick | R G Brown | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Soaring Solo | 11 | Jefferson Tsang | Cliff Howe | 52kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Under Influence | 8 | Chris Parnham | D & B Pearce | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Bonnie Lad | 10 | Jordan Turner | C & M Gangemi | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Promising | 1 | Shaun O''Donnell | T M Andrews | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Storm Lord | 4 | Jessica Valas | Tina Glasson | 54kg |
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