Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Thursday 25 September 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Goulburn. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Goofinator brings the strongest credentials with a last-start win over this exact track and distance just 13 days ago. The improving form trend is significant, and drawing barrier 2 is ideal for his forward racing pattern. While rising in class is a concern, his proven ability at this track and distance plus consistent soft track record make him the standout selection.
Devils Daughter brings winning form into this race having won just 11 days ago over 1800m. The mare has a strong place record of 33% and draws perfectly in barrier 1. Her track record (0-1-1 from 2 starts) and improving form trend suggest she can be competitive despite the class rise. The quick backup indicates fitness and trainer confidence.
While her ability at the track and distance is proven, the 60.5kg top weight and 27-day break between runs are significant concerns.
Own Them represents excellent value dropping significantly in class. While he lacks experience at this distance, his versatility across all track conditions (wins on good/soft/heavy) is a major plus.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Scottish Pearl | 4 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 60.5kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 7 | It Is To Be | 9 | Ms L Day | Pat Murphy | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Goofinator | 2 | Glenn Cahill | Pat Murphy | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 1 | Own Them | 5 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Scott Collings | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Farraige | 7 | D Wagstaff | 55kg | $26.00 | |
| 6th | 8 | Hardazhell | 3 | Shaun Guymer | Ms J Hoy | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Devils Daughter | 1 | Dan Subramaniam | P & M Cave | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Buff In Disguise | 6 | A J Calder | R T Leemon | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Storm Park | 8 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 60.5kg |
Raiderlicious showed promise on debut with a strong second at this track over 1200m. The Matthew Dale-trained mare has been given plenty of time to mature and strengthen, and returns with a good draw. While the 1300m is new territory, her racing pattern suggests it will suit, and the Dale stable typically has their horses ready to fire fresh.
The well-bred I Am Invincible filly draws perfectly in barrier 3 and should improve significantly second-up. Trainer Danielle Seib has three runners in the race, suggesting this is the stable's main chance with Alysha Collett booked.
Wolf Island has shown consistent improvement with a third and second in his last two starts. While he's yet to win, his form trajectory is positive, and he appears ready to peak third-up from a spell with experienced jockey Glenn Cahill aboard.
The gelding is second-up from a spell and drops significantly in class from an Open company race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Wear The Crown | 3 | Alysha Collett | Danielle Seib | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 9 | Wolf Island | 6 | Glenn Cahill | N F Gardner | 54kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Ziggy Rose | 8 | Shaun Guymer | Danielle Seib | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Foxy Artist | 13 | Brock Ryan | M J Dunn | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Dunna Runna | 1 | Jean Van Overmeire | Danielle Seib | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Gaelic Gem | 10 | Jack Martin | Luke Pepper | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Stumble On | 4 | Jessica Brookes | W A Hudd | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Bastion | 12 | B Mc Dougall | Danielle Seib | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Aquilino | 7 | Jeff Penza | P J Facoory | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Raiderlicious | 2 | Ms L Day | Matthew Dale | 58kg | $3.80 |
| Scr | 5 | Frictional Force | 9 | T S Howlett | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | One More Bout | 11 | P J Facoory | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Mary Le Bone | 5 | Dale Cole | Pat Murphy | 52kg |
Lightly-raced 3YO who showed ability with a strong second placing at Eagle Farm in Open company. Returns from a spell with a solid fifth at Warwick Farm when finding the line well. Gets significant class relief here dropping from metropolitan grade to country maiden level. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 and should get an economical run. Clear top selection.
Three-year-old gelding from the O'Shea/Charlton stable who showed promise with a solid fifth at Hawkesbury when fresh. Has been racing in stronger company and drops significantly in class here. Jean Van Overmeire takes the ride and should position him midfield with cover.
Experienced 6YO gelding from the Ciaron Maher yard who has been a consistent placegetter without breaking through. Has a solid first-up record with 1 placing from 3 attempts and tends to race well fresh. Has been competing in stronger provincial company and should appreciate the class drop. L. Day knows the horse well and should position him midfield with cover.
Four-year-old gelding who has shown ability with a placing at this track and distance. Comes into this first-up from a spell but has a solid second placing at Bathurst two starts back. Drops significantly in class from his previous campaign where he was competing in Class 1 events. Jack Martin takes the ride and from barrier 8 will likely push forward to be on-pace.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | One Step Closer | 5 | Jean Van Overmeire | John O''Shea & Tom Charlton | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 9 | Freddie Bassett | 2 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $1.30 |
| 3rd | 1 | So Superior | 6 | Amy Mc Lucas | Ms A Turner | 59kg | $61.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Stock Road | 8 | Jack Martin | G D Hickman | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Liyah''s Girl | 1 | A J Calder | Matthew Smith | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Sunday | 10 | Shaun Guymer | Jacqueline Greentree | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Emelia''s Magic | 3 | Emma Ly | Kevin May | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 10 | One More Bout | 4 | Jeff Penza | P J Facoory | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Tommy Thug | 7 | Ms L Day | C Maher | 59kg | |
| Scr | 6 | My Cartouche | 12 | Craig Carmody | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Falcon Lair | 11 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Villa Castina | 9 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg |
The Freedman stable has her fit and ready after 14 days since her last run, and with Jeff Penza aboard, she should be perfectly positioned to capitalize on the very fast tempo predicted. Her consistency gives her the edge over Invincible Phantom.
Invincible Phantom brings strong metropolitan form to this country maiden, having run within a length of the winner at Randwick-Kensington. The significant class drop is a key factor, along with being gelded since last start which should see improvement.
Blue Eyed Brigid has the advantage of barrier 1 which is crucial at Goulburn over 1100m. The Brad Widdup and Brock Ryan combination is a positive, and being first-up from a spell with just 55kg suggests she can improve significantly on previous efforts. The inside draw gives her an edge over other backmarkers.
Savaii represents value as an unraced runner from the Archibald stable with quality jockey Alysha Collett engaged. The favorable barrier 6 draw at Goulburn's 1100m start should allow her to be positioned forward in a race that will favor on-pace runners.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Savaii | 6 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Floral Legend | 5 | Jeff Penza | A & S Freedman | 57kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 2 | Invincible Phantom | 4 | A Adkins | Bjorn Baker | 58.5kg | $2.05 |
| 4th | 10 | Cabbucio | 7 | Shaun Guymer | Joseph Ible | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Nothing Finer | 13 | Joseph Pride | 56kg | $31.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | Everybody Rise | 3 | Matthew Vella | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Sweet Treasure | 8 | A J Calder | Matthew Smith | 57kg | |
| Scr | 5 | King''s Exceed | 2 | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 56.5kg | ||
| 6 | Lovehunter | 9 | Jack Martin | Luke Pepper | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Margin Call | 14 | Ms L Day | C Maher | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Blue Eyed Brigid | 1 | Brock Ryan | Brad Widdup | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Argantorati | 11 | Joseph Ible | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Elasand | 10 | D A Williams | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Obvious Icon | 12 | D A Williams | 57.5kg |
King Taurus brings the strongest recent form, winning last start over this track and distance on a Heavy 9 surface just 13 days ago. His record on heavy tracks (1-1-1 from 5) suggests he'll handle today's conditions perfectly. Drawing barrier 2 is ideal for his on-pace running style in this 1100m start, and while carrying 60.5kg is a challenge, he's proven capable at similar weights. The consistent form line of 147x4671031 shows he's in career-best form.
Extreme Diamond represents the class runner in the field, dropping significantly in grade from previous metropolitan assignments. The gelding operation since his last start is a significant gear change that could spark improvement. While first-up from a 175-day spell is a concern (0-0-0 from 2 first-up), his second-up record suggests he'll improve with this run under his belt. The wide barrier is the main negative, especially at the 1100m start at Goulburn.
Her heavy track record (1-0-0 from 2) suggests she'll handle today's conditions, and the quick 10-day backup from her last start should have her at peak fitness. Barrier 6 is favorable for the 1100m start at Goulburn.
Her second-up record is exceptional (2-0-0 from 3), and she's proven on soft tracks (1-1-0 from 4).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Extreme Diamond | 12 | Ms L Day | C Maher | 59kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 3 | Boomtown Chat | 11 | Brock Ryan | John Thompson | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | His Honour | 5 | Richard Bensley | Geoffrey Crothers | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Lady Memphis | 6 | A J Calder | Matthew Smith | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 5 | All Too Lucky | 9 | Jean Van Overmeire | Joseph Ible | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 2 | King Taurus | 2 | Jack Martin | D A Williams | 60.5kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 1 | I Am Mamwaazel | 4 | Michael Heagney | J Rolfe | 61.5kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Dodi | 1 | Mick Attard | 55kg | $61.00 | |
| Scr | 6 | Grande Bellezza | 10 | Fabio Martino | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Pretty Sassy | 8 | Joseph Ible | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Twinkling Star | 7 | Matthew Vella | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Nepo Baby | 3 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg |
Socrazyinlove brings the strongest form to this race, having won last start at this track on a Heavy 9 surface. Second-up form (0-0-1 from 2 starts) is solid, and she's proven capable at this class level. The top weight is a concern but her class should overcome it.
That A Boy brings solid credentials with a strong second-up record and good form at similar distances (1-1-1 from 4 at 1500m). The inside barrier draw is advantageous at Goulburn, and his recent 3rd placing at Queanbeyan suggests he's in good form. Jeff Penza is a positive jockey booking, though he will need to improve to challenge the top selections.
Ghost Walker brings strong Goulburn form (1-2-0 from 3 starts) and good second-up statistics (0-1-1 from 2 starts). Despite a disappointing last start at Rosehill, the return to Goulburn should suit, and his previous form at this track suggests he'll be competitive. Well-weighted with 59.5kg and drawn to get a good run from barrier 6.
She has a perfect record at this track and distance (1-0-0 from 1) and gets in with just 53kg. Her recent form is strong with 2 wins from her last 4 starts, and the 10-day freshen-up should have her ready for this assignment.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Socrazyinlove | 7 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 60.5kg | $1.85 |
| 2nd | 9 | Sweet Treats | 9 | Jessica Brookes | Danielle Seib | 53kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Ken''ker | 4 | Jack Martin | Rob Potter | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Under The Hood | 8 | B Mc Dougall | Danielle Seib | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Spurline | 3 | Jessica Taylor | T J Wilson | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Montigo Bay | 2 | Brock Ryan | Ross McConville | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Special Prophet | 14 | Michael Heagney | Ms M Hopkins | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 14 | Lafilio | 13 | Richard Bensley | Geoffrey Crothers | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Ghost Walker | 6 | Shaun Guymer | Danielle Seib | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | That A Boy | 1 | Jeff Penza | P J Facoory | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Yes I Win | 12 | Richard & Will Freedman | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Ellenmac | 10 | D Wagstaff | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Pretty Eyed | 11 | Glenn Cahill | K Dryden & L Snowden | 53kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Zartamay | 5 | D Wagstaff | 55kg |
Manwari comes into this race in winning form, having scored at Moruya just 9 days ago. His overall record of 1-2-1 from 10 starts shows consistency, and he has valuable experience at this track. Jack Martin knows this horse well and should give him every chance.
The wide draw is a significant concern at the 1100m start at Goulburn where inside barriers have an advantage. Despite this, her raw ability and the Matthew Dale stable's good record with fresh horses make her a major player.
Party It Down brings strong second-up credentials and comes off a solid third at Queanbeyan. The wide barrier is a significant concern at this track and distance, but with Jeff Penza aboard, she should get every chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Manwari | 9 | Jack Martin | D A Williams | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Boom In The Dark | 3 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | K Dryden & L Snowden | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 9 | Elasand | 6 | Brock Ryan | D A Williams | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Hell Of A Show | 1 | Shaun Guymer | Ms J Hoy | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Luna Jet | 12 | Ms L Day | Matthew Dale | 55.5kg | $2.35 |
| 6th | 3 | Performing Diva | 7 | Jessica Brookes | Pat Murphy | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Obvious Icon | 8 | Dale Cole | D A Williams | 52kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Party It Down | 13 | Jeff Penza | P J Facoory | 55.5kg | $4.20 |
| 9th | 5 | Mount Hotham | 11 | Glenn Cahill | J Rolfe | 53.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Danjel | 4 | J Rolfe | 55kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 6 | Our Emily | 5 | John Bannister | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Santolini | 2 | Michael Travers | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Memorialise | 10 | Peter Kirby | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Minks Written | 14 | Anthony Warren | 55kg |
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