Prominent Lad comes into this race with consistent form, including a close second last start. The gelding has a strong second-up record and benefits from a slight class drop. While carrying top weight, his proven ability at the track and consistent performances make him the top selection.
Queensland · Sunday 28 September 2025
Sunshine Coast tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Sunshine Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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CLOPF Equine Surfaces (Bm65)
Arabian Rose enters this race off a recent win and boasts a perfect record at Sunshine Coast. The mare's consistent form is a strong positive, but she faces a significant class rise. Her ability to handle the step up in competition will be crucial to her chances.
The filly carries a light weight which is advantageous, but she's rising in class and is yet to prove herself at this track.
The mare is a track specialist with a win from two starts at Sunshine Coast. She's second-up today, which could see improvement, and carries a light weight. However, she faces a significant class rise and has drawn wide, which adds risk to her chances.
- 1st3Arabian RoseTiffani Brooker$2.10
- 2nd8I''lltellyoutonightEmily Lang$7.50
- 3rd1Prominent LadJag Guthmann-Chester$2.50
- 4th5Best CoffeeJace McMurray$21.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Arabian Rose | 7 | Tiffani Brooker | J W Healy | 58.5kg | $2.10 |
| 2nd | 8 | I''lltellyoutonight | 4 | Emily Lang | Ms O Cairns | 54kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Prominent Lad | 3 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | David Vandyke | 59.5kg | $2.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Best Coffee | 1 | Jace McMurray | James Moore | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Rocky Reward | 6 | Ceejay Graham | L F Birchley | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Techna | 8 | Courtney Bellamy | Chris & Corey Munce | 53.5kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 9 | The Publican | 2 | Cobi Vitler | L D Wanless | 52kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Rugby | 9 | Ben Thompson | Jack Bruce | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Red Feather Boa | 5 | Montana Philpot | L J Gough | 53kg |
Martin Collins Fibretrack Plate (C1)
Jaggery presents as the top selection with a strong record at Sunshine Coast and consistent form. The significant class drop from recent Open company races to this Class 1 level is a major positive. While first up from a spell, the lightweight and proven ability fresh make him a strong contender.
His proven track record at Sunshine Coast over this distance is a significant advantage. However, the top weight and slight class rise present challenges, placing him as our second selection.
Caxton Lass has a solid record at Sunshine Coast and tends to improve second up. The inside barrier is advantageous, but recent form has been declining. With potential for improvement and a good draw, she rounds out our top three selections.
The addition of blinkers could spark a turnaround in form.
- 1st3MercianBen Thompson$1.40
- 2nd7Rafale JolieTiffani Brooker$26.00
- 3rd4Noble IntentJag Guthmann-Chester$31.00
- 4th5Caxton LassDamien Thornton$9.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Mercian | 7 | Ben Thompson | L J Gough | 60kg | $1.40 |
| 2nd | 7 | Rafale Jolie | 3 | Tiffani Brooker | Ryan Tyrell | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Noble Intent | 2 | Jag Guthmann-Chester | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Caxton Lass | 1 | Damien Thornton | R L Heathcote | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Billy Boom | 4 | Justin Huxtable | D J Hansen | 60kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Jaggery | 8 | Leah Martyn | L F Birchley | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Dashing Hope | 6 | Ceejay Graham | T B Thomas | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Making History | 5 | Cobi Vitler | L D Wanless | 58kg | $151.00 |
Dressage Queensland Mdn Plate
Lucci presents as a promising first starter from the S W Kendrick stable. The advantageous barrier 3 draw and the application of blinkers for the first time suggest this filly is primed for a strong debut.
Hot Cocoa draws the inside barrier which is a significant advantage at Sunshine Coast. Likely to use the barrier to lead or sit prominently in the run.
She's dropping significantly in class which is a major positive. With a record of 13:0-3-1, she's due for a breakthrough win. The slightly awkward barrier 7 is the main concern, but her experience and class drop make her a strong contender.
First up from a spell for top trainer David Vandyke, there's potential for significant improvement. The wide barrier is a concern, but in a maiden field, natural talent could overcome this.
- 1st4Do What I SayJustin Huxtable$31.00
- 2nd12Pronto PercyMontana Philpot$31.00
- 3rd2CaramelfudgesundaeCeejay Graham$8.50
- 4th6Egyptian GoddessM R Du Plessis$4.20
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Do What I Say | 4 | Justin Huxtable | Nick Keal | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Pronto Percy | 9 | Montana Philpot | David Murphy | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Caramelfudgesundae | 2 | Ceejay Graham | L F Birchley | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Egyptian Goddess | 7 | M R Du Plessis | Ryan Tyrell | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 8 | Lucci | 3 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Western Lights | 8 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Hot Cocoa | 1 | Damien Thornton | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Outcry | 5 | Courtney Bellamy | Chris & Corey Munce | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Babushka Doll | 13 | K H Zechner | D J Hansen | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Crystal Garden | 6 | Daniel Moor | Adam Campton | 58kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Making Eyes | 12 | Ryan Maloney | David Vandyke | 58kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Doubtful Angel | 10 | Andrew Mallyon | Louie Peoples | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Next Exit | 11 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 58kg |
MC Equine Surfaces Mdn Plate
Find Me looks well-placed to break through for a maiden win. Coming off a close second last start, this gelding has shown consistency with 1 second and 1 third from 3 starts. The step up to 1200m should suit, and being second-up from a spell suggests further improvement. Trainer T J Gollan has a strong record with runners second-up.
Armes showed promise on debut with a close second over 1200m. The inside barrier draw is advantageous, and the combination of top trainer T J Gollan and jockey Ryan Maloney is a significant positive. While still relatively inexperienced, there's potential for improvement second-up.
Penrod presents as an interesting value proposition. The good barrier draw and first-up status, combined with the addition of blinkers, suggest potential for improvement.
- 1st4Find MeEmily Lang$2.30
- 2nd5King CobamaJace McMurray$10.00
- 3rd2ArmesRyan Maloney$3.10
- 4th13VandeveldeJaden Lloyd$21.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Find Me | 8 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 58kg | $2.30 |
| 2nd | 5 | King Cobama | 11 | Jace McMurray | Michael Freedman | 56.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Armes | 5 | Ryan Maloney | T J Gollan | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 13 | Vandevelde | 12 | Jaden Lloyd | P P Jenkins | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Exceedingly Brazen | 9 | Justin Huxtable | Darren Bell | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Luke Skywalker | 13 | Ben Thompson | T J Gollan | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Penrod | 3 | Damien Thornton | David Vandyke | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Sealord | 1 | Andrew Mallyon | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 1 | All About Peejay | 2 | Michael Hellyer | Phillip Burns | 58kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Trail Boss | 6 | Dale Smith | G M Hay | 58kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Odin''s Mount | 7 | Daniel Moor | Renita Beaton | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Rise And Resist | 10 | S W Kendrick | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Ta La Masca | 4 | Tiffani Brooker | Natalie McCall | 58kg |
Polytrack Hcp
Hollywood North presents as the top selection with strong recent form, including a win and place in his last three starts. His excellent record at the track and distance, combined with a favorable weight and barrier draw, make him a solid contender. While facing a class rise, his consistency and adaptability to various track conditions give him an edge.
Atmosphere is a solid second choice with consistent form and a strong record at the distance. Being second-up from a spell with a good second-up record adds to his appeal. His proven ability on soft tracks is a plus, although he is yet to prove himself at this specific track. The wide barrier and weight are slight concerns.
Dream Hour rounds out the top three selections with consistent recent form and a good record at the distance. However, the lack of experience at this track and the class rise are factors to consider. The middle barrier draw could be a slight negative depending on the race tempo.
With a consistent record, including success at this track and distance, and a strong performance history on soft tracks, she has the potential to outperform expectations. The lightweight and inside barrier could be advantageous, depending on the track bias.
- 1st3AtmosphereRory Hutchings$4.20
- 2nd4Dream HourDaniel Moor$3.50
- 3rd1Inver ParkAndrew Mallyon$19.00
- 4th5Hollywood NorthBen Thompson$2.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Atmosphere | 10 | Rory Hutchings | Jack Bruce | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Dream Hour | 5 | Daniel Moor | K A Lees | 54.5kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Inver Park | 2 | Andrew Mallyon | K A Lees | 59kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Hollywood North | 8 | Ben Thompson | S W Kendrick | 54kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 8 | La Cometa | 9 | Ceejay Graham | S A Dwyer | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Fat Fingers | 1 | K H Zechner | Allan Chau | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Tavis Town | 7 | Tiffani Brooker | P H Duncan | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Tavistorm | 6 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 54kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Winston Smurfhill | 4 | Corey Sutherland | Natalie McCall | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Tonneofgrit | 3 | Jace McMurray | S W Kendrick | 52.5kg |
Martin Collins CLOPF Mdn Hcp
Sir Winnie shows promising form with two consecutive 4th place finishes. Well-weighted and consistent, he looks primed to break through for a maiden win despite the wide draw.
Praise You is showing signs of improvement with a 3rd place finish last start. While yet to win, his recent form suggests he's ready to be competitive in this field.
Parisienne Piper has been knocking on the door with consistent placings. The favorable barrier and light weight give her a chance to improve further. While stepping up in distance is a query, her consistent form and race setup suggest she can be competitive.
Averred showed significant improvement second-up last start, finishing a close 2nd. While his overall form is inconsistent, the second-up run suggests he may be ready to peak.
- 1st2Sir WinnieBen Thompson$2.70
- 2nd1AbrahamJustin Huxtable$14.00
- 3rd14Parisienne PiperOlivia Webb$9.00
- 4th16Caesar Cake$26.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Sir Winnie | 15 | Ben Thompson | R G Lipp | 60kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 1 | Abraham | 8 | Justin Huxtable | Nick Keal | 60kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 14 | Parisienne Piper | 3 | Olivia Webb | B K Wakefield | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 16 | Caesar Cake | 16 | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 54.5kg | $26.00 | |
| 5th | 11 | Full Strength | 10 | Dale Smith | Belinda Mair | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Zouman Along | 5 | Dylan Turner | Declan Maher | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Praise You | 6 | Corey Sutherland | Stephen Sutherland | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Averred | 11 | Adam Sewell | G R Duncan | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Butwedid | 12 | Damien Thornton | G A Thornton | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 10th | 17 | Towers Hill | 2 | Jackson Murphy | Brooke Ainsworth | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Wildspitze | 14 | Jace McMurray | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Moment | 7 | Tiffani Brooker | J W Healy | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 6 | Kick And Win | 13 | Cobi Vitler | L D Wanless | 57kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 5 | Taity | 4 | Michael Hellyer | Michael Morrison | 59.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Soo Rad | 1 | Indiana Turner | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Hard As Brok | 17 | David Vandyke | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Sonechka | 9 | K H Zechner | Allan Chau | 55kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Happy Coffee | 18 | James Moore | 54kg |
Martin Collins Australia (Bm58)
Trapeze Torque comes off a strong win over 2400m and has been consistently placing in recent starts. The drop back to 2200m shouldn't pose an issue, and the horse has shown ability on soft tracks. Well-weighted and with a solid jockey booking, Trapeze Torque looks primed for another strong performance.
Likeabeel is a proven performer at both the track and distance, with an impressive record of 4 wins from 30 starts over 2200m and 5 wins from 22 starts at Sunshine Coast. Despite carrying top weight, the horse's consistency and Ben Thompson in the saddle make it a strong contender for the placings.
Kenshin Maru has a solid record at both the track and distance, with consistent performances in recent starts. The horse handles soft tracks well, which is a plus given the current conditions. However, the top weight and wide barrier draw are concerns. Still, with a strong jockey booking, Kenshin Maru should be competitive.
While the horse's overall record is modest, there are signs of improvement in recent form. The lightweight and good barrier draw could be advantageous, especially if the race pace suits.
- 1st2LikeabeelBen Thompson$3.50
- 2nd6Tuki TwelveCobi Vitler$10.00
- 3rd3Trapeze TorqueKyle Wilson-Taylor$2.80
- 4th12Another DazzlerK H Zechner$21.00
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Likeabeel | 8 | Ben Thompson | P M Busuttin | 60.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Tuki Twelve | 5 | Cobi Vitler | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Trapeze Torque | 7 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | A J Edmonds | 59.5kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 12 | Another Dazzler | 11 | K H Zechner | Neil Hocking | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 10 | La Vittoria | 12 | Michael Hellyer | Michael Nolan | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Prefer To Dance | 9 | Corey Sutherland | James Moore | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Kenshin Maru | 10 | P Hamblin | Louise White | 61kg | $4.80 |
| 8th | 9 | Katerini | 4 | Emily Lang | Ms S Croxford | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Eyeleftit | 6 | Jace McMurray | L J Gough | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Reel Wild | 2 | Ceejay Graham | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 54.5kg | $9.50 |
| 11th | 7 | Takeover Artist | 3 | Dale Smith | D N Raffin | 57kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Princeton Award | 1 | Damien Thornton | G A Thornton | 58kg |
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