Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Thursday 25 September 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Geelong. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Milos Filos brings the strongest recent form to this maiden, showing clear improvement with a placing last start. The filly has experience on soft tracks and appears to be hitting peak fitness at the right time. With Beau Mertens aboard, she looks ready to break through.
The booking of Blake Shinn is significant, and barrier 7 should allow for a positive position in running.
Quickaz has drawn perfectly in barrier 3 and gets the services of the in-form Jamie Mott. Julius Sandhu has his stable in good form, and from the good draw, Quickaz should get every chance to show his ability. Expect a forward position in running.
The inside barrier draw is a significant advantage, and Daniel Stackhouse is a quality jockey who should give this runner every chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Quickaz | 3 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 56kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | That''smoneybrother | 8 | Harry Coffey | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Caffettiera | 7 | Blake Shinn | A & S Freedman | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Roulette King | 5 | Declan Bates | T Rogers | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 2 | On The Prowl | 11 | Lachlan Neindorf | Gavin Bedggood | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Tetsu Belle | 1 | Ben Melham | C Maher | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Ice Quake | 2 | Daniel Stackhouse | A & S Freedman | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Milos Filos | 6 | Beau Mertens | Liam Howley | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 8 | Lady Biv | 4 | Liam Riordan | D T O''Brien | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Hellfire Bay | 9 | John Allen | Andrew Noblet | 58kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Regor | 10 | M J Dee | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg |
Polish Playgirl brings the strongest form references to this maiden, having competed at Listed and Group 3 level. The significant class drop is key, and she should improve second-up with the addition of a tongue tie and reapplication of winkers. Blake Shinn taking the ride is another positive factor.
Circus Circus showed promise on debut with a solid 4th at Bendigo. The addition of a cross-over nose band should help her focus, and Jordan Childs retaining the ride is a positive. She's likely to be on-pace from barrier 10, which should be advantageous given the track bias favors leaders. The moderate-fast tempo predicted should suit her racing style.
The Maher stable knows how to prepare a horse, and she's drawn well in barrier 4. First-up from a spell but has been given plenty of time between runs. Thomas Stockdale is a capable rider who should give her every chance.
The Moody/Coleman stable is in good form, and Carleen Hefel retaining the ride is a positive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Polish Playgirl | 12 | Blake Shinn | M, W & J Hawkes | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Jenni Bassett | 4 | Thomas Stockdale | C Maher | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Irreverent | 6 | Carleen Hefel | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Circus Circus | 10 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 57kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 9 | Naraghi | 9 | Beau Mertens | Liam Howley | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Half Scotch | 17 | M J Dee | D T O''Brien | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Voting Rights | 8 | Ben Melham | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Butterfly Babe | 5 | Jacob Noonan | M M Laurie | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 3 | French Court | 3 | J Webb | Andrew Angelone | 57kg | $201.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Lepracanto | 11 | Daniel Stackhouse | Archie Alexander | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Pacific Pixie | 7 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 8 | Mind Battlefield | 16 | Ms C Alderson | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Strictly Business | 2 | John Allen | Thomas Carberry | 57kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Stung | 14 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Adira River | 15 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 57kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Head Capitalist | 13 | Lachlan Neindorf | Charlotte Littlefield | 57kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Miss Revealing | 1 | Jamie Mott | G Eurell | 57kg |
Savisanta showed significant ability on debut when finishing a close second at this track and distance. The Chris Waller-trained gelding gets the services of Ben Melham and drops 2.5kg from his debut run. With natural improvement second-up and a perfect midfield draw, he maps to get an ideal run and should prove hard to beat.
Thinxzo comes into this with strong recent form, having finished second just 11 days ago. The D.T. O'Brien-trained gelding has a good record at this distance with 2 seconds from 3 attempts.
She Moves Too drops significantly in class after competing in BM64 company last start. Her second placing two starts back was impressive, and with a good draw and the class drop, she should be right in the finish.
His form is improving with each run, and the booking of Daniel Stackhouse is significant.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Thinxzo | 8 | Billy Egan | D T O''Brien | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Savisanta | 11 | Ben Melham | C J Waller | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 3 | Fortune Link | 7 | Jordan Childs | G Eurell | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Chronic | 17 | Teodore Nugent | M E Templeton | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Hulkster | 10 | Thomas Stockdale | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Join The Que | 3 | M J Dee | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Za Za Best | 14 | Blake Shinn | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 8th | 12 | Summit | 5 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Island Boy | 13 | Beau Mertens | Julius Sandhu | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Recycle King | 15 | Daniel Stackhouse | Scott Cameron | 59.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Romuald | 4 | Fred W Kersley | L Smith | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 14 | Boss Boy | 2 | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $151.00 | |
| 13th | 5 | Kissing Heart | 1 | J Webb | David Prior | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Celestial Option | 16 | Lachlan King | R K Challis | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Lunazor | 12 | Jamie Mott | L Smith | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Stormyfriendship | 9 | Unknown | Mark Ashby | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | She Moves Too | 6 | C J Waller | 55kg |
Banknote Hustler brings the strongest form references, dropping significantly in class from Listed/Group company. The booking of Ben Melham is a significant positive, and the horse should be well-suited by the tempo. Clearly the one to beat.
The booking of Blake Shinn is significant, and the favorable barrier 4 should give this debutant every chance. The tongue tie first time suggests they're addressing any breathing issues.
Inquisitor represents the powerful Chris Waller stable and drops significantly in class from open company. The booking of Jye McNeil is a positive, and the perfect barrier draw gives him every chance. The addition of ear muffs pre-race only suggests they're addressing temperament issues. Second-up improvement expected after disappointing first-up run.
Olivia Rose showed promise with a solid 3rd placing when resuming and should improve second-up. The Moody/Coleman stable knows how to place their horses, and the perfect barrier 1 draw is a significant advantage. Carleen Hefel is a capable rider at provincial tracks, and the 20-day spacing between runs is ideal.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Banknote Hustler | 10 | Ben Melham | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 6 | Olivia Rose | 1 | Carleen Hefel | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Soroush | 5 | Harry Coffey | Glen Thompson | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Inquisitor | 2 | Jye Mc Neil | C J Waller | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Midnight In Minori | 9 | Declan Bates | T Rogers | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 11 | No No Yes | 4 | Blake Shinn | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57kg | $3.90 |
| 7th | 4 | Catatomic | 3 | E J Walsh | Matthew Cumani | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Babushka''s Pride | 8 | M J Dee | D T O''Brien | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Native Spirit | 6 | Brad Rawiller | R J Besanko | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Sea Danger | 7 | Dean Yendall | P A Preusker | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Zouzenna | 13 | Lachlan Neindorf | Aleks Komarovs | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Saxon Blood | 11 | Logan McNeil | Nathan McPherson | 59.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Jett Smash | 12 | Jordan Childs | D T O''Brien | 57kg |
The Carillo brings excellent course form with a win and two placings from three starts at Geelong. His recent form is solid with a second placing last start, and he's proven at this distance with two wins and four placings from nine attempts. Well-drawn in barrier 4 and should get an ideal run in midfield. Strong each-way chance.
Nasraawy is a seasoned campaigner who has won at this track previously. With an excellent record on Good tracks and a perfect inside barrier draw, he should get every chance. While carrying top weight is a concern, his class edge and experience make him a genuine contender. The slight class drop from recent runs is in his favor.
Second-up today with a tongue tie added, this well-bred mare from the Freedman stable has shown significant ability in her limited starts. Blake Shinn takes the ride and despite the wide barrier, she has the tactical speed to overcome it. Clear top selection.
Her first-up record is impressive with a win and a placing from two attempts, and she's dropping significantly in class from her previous campaign where she competed in open company. The 141-day spell is the main query.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Escarpa | 7 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 57.5kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 4 | Tommyess | 6 | Harry Coffey | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Affirmative Lad | 5 | Unknown | J F Moloney | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Xtramagic | 8 | Declan Bates | P A Preusker | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Nasraawy | 1 | Lachlan Neindorf | Gavin Bedggood | 61kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Dreamwriter | 3 | Liam Riordan | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 2 | The Carillo | 4 | Rose Hammond | Chris Calthorpe | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 8th | 9 | Secretdream | 9 | E J Walsh | Matthew Cumani | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| Scr | 5 | Visual | 10 | Blake Shinn | A & S Freedman | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Imminance | 2 | Teodore Nugent | Aaron Laing | 57.5kg |
Progressive Almanzor mare who won impressively last start over 2400m on a heavy track. Has shown natural staying ability in her brief career with a record of 1-2-2 from 8 starts. Gets in with just 57kg and has Jamie Mott aboard. While stepping up in class, her wet track credentials and improving form make her the standout selection.
Consistent stayer who finished a close second last start over 3100m at Warrnambool on a heavy track. Has a solid record of 2-3-5 from 21 starts and handles wet tracks well. While he's yet to win beyond 2400m, his staying credentials are sound and he should be suited by the conditions. Drawn wide but has Rhys McLeod aboard who knows him well.
Lightly-raced Reliable Man mare who won impressively two starts back over 2050m at Moe. Has only had three career starts for a win and is still learning her craft. Gets in with 57.5kg and has drawn well in barrier 3. While this is a significant class rise, she has natural staying ability and should handle the wet track conditions. Craig Newitt takes the ride.
Progressive stayer who finished a solid third last start over 2400m at Bendigo on a heavy track. Has a record of 1-4-1 from 17 starts and importantly has a win and a placing from two heavy track starts. While this is a significant class rise, he's drawn well in barrier 5 and has Cian Macredmond aboard who knows him well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Tikemyson | 7 | Ryan Hurdle | Symon Wilde | 61.5kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Suffolk Star | 10 | Rhys Mc Leod | P A Preusker | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Snore | 4 | Jarrod Fry | R K Challis | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Shakib | 8 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Fuwari | 12 | Jamie Mott | Yoshitomo Shima | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 12 | Thundering Falcon | 1 | Billy Egan | D T O''Brien | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 4 | Galloping Guru | 6 | Jacob Noonan | Symon Wilde | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Jenni The Tank | 11 | Declan Bates | Shane Jackson | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Reddivo | 14 | Dylan Dunn | Jamie Edwards | 61kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Andy Win | 13 | Tom Madden | Shane Jackson | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Deemee | 9 | Harry Coffey | Symon Wilde | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Crossoverkid | 2 | Neil Farley | Andrew Payne | 58kg | |
| 9 | Weekend Lover | 5 | Cian Macredmond | Ms P Reeve | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Reliable Jo | 3 | Craig Newitt | T Busuttin & N Young | 57.5kg |
Tagline presents as a progressive 3YO with a perfect record from two starts, including an impressive last-start win at Mornington on soft ground. While facing a significant class rise, he carries a light weight and has the services of Daniel Stackhouse.
Mini Angel comes off a breakthrough maiden win at Moe on heavy ground and has been a model of consistency with 7 placings from 10 starts. While facing a class rise, her consistency and improving profile make her a genuine contender.
Cobblestone Way brings strong Geelong form credentials with two placings from three starts at the track. His last start 2nd at this track indicates he's in good form, and the Jamie Mott booking is a positive. While rising in class and drawn wide, his proven ability at the distance and track knowledge make him a genuine place chance in this field.
While yet to win from 15 starts, he's been a consistent placegetter and his recent 4th indicates improving form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Tagline | 11 | Daniel Stackhouse | M M Laurie | 57.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Jackand | 7 | Rhys Mc Leod | P Kearney | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Lexton | 14 | Jack Hill | Brady Cross | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Arezzo | 5 | Harry Coffey | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Cobblestone Way | 10 | Jamie Mott | Amy & Ash Yargi | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Somebody Told Me | 6 | Jacob Noonan | J P Salanitri | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Wimmera Star | 9 | Dean Yendall | P A Preusker | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Better Kick | 4 | Billy Egan | S J Richards | 60kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Mini Angel | 3 | John Allen | C Maher | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Mordialloc Beach | 8 | Unknown | Ms W Kelly | 54.5kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Point Of Ecstasy | 2 | Jarrod Fry | Mitchell Freedman | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Struggle Street | 15 | Teodore Nugent | P A Preusker | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Zwasp | 13 | Craig Newitt | Shea Eden | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | I''m Dynamite | 12 | Susie Wells | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Machinegun Krelley | 1 | Shea Eden | 55kg |
Mare with excellent consistency (1-4-2 from 11 starts) who ran a solid 3rd when resuming 16 days ago in similar company. Well weighted with 56.5kg and should handle the Good 4 surface based on past performances. Declan Bates is a positive jockey booking.
Consistent gelding coming off a last-start win over 1600m at Tatura. Has solid form credentials with 3 wins and 9 placings from 22 starts and performs well on Good tracks. The 60kg top weight is the main concern, but Brad Rawiller knows the horse well having partnered him to recent success. Should settle midfield and be finishing strongly.
Improving gelding who has been racing consistently with a 3rd placing last start at Bendigo over 1600m just 8 days ago. The barrier is slightly awkward but Emily Pozman knows the horse well. Main query is his record on Good tracks, having performed better on Soft going.
Has a good record at Geelong with a second and third from two starts at the track. Gets in with just 53kg and has shown consistent form with 1 win and 4 placings from 10 starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Barbie''sdreamworld | 12 | Declan Bates | P A Chow | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 8 | Chilly Charlie | 3 | Billy Egan | C Maher | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 15 | Very Grateful | 5 | Beau Mertens | G Eurell | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Bangalow Road | 7 | Rose Hammond | Thomas Sadler | 53kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Shidan | 10 | Emily Pozman | Adele Garraway | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 7 | Sierra Dee Jay | 2 | John Allen | Thomas Carberry | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Mcadam | 9 | Harry Coffey | D T O''Brien | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 8th | 1 | Eskimo | 8 | Brad Rawiller | C J Cassar | 60kg | $8.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Camp Cable | 11 | Corey Parish | Lee & Shannon Hope | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Our Lone Star | 13 | Lachlan Neindorf | Sean Mott | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Bit Of Shoosh | 14 | Daniel Stackhouse | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | |
| Scr | 9 | That''swhatshesaid | 17 | Ben Melham | Nathan McPherson | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Macha | 4 | Jamie Mott | John McArdle | 57kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Zaaffair Steal | 6 | Jamie Mott | Julius Sandhu | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Gracious Diva | 15 | Sally Wynne | Susie Wells | 54kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Cryptic Clue | 16 | Matthew Brown | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Street Lark | 1 | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg |
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