Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Friday 3 October 2025
Our top pick won 0 of 8 races at Dubbo. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Lightly-raced 3YO who appears ready for this staying test after strong recent performances. His last-start 3rd over 1600m at Scone showed he's looking for further, and the inside draw gives him every chance to settle well in running. With just 55.5kg and the in-form Grant Buckley aboard, he represents the best winning chance.
Consistent performer who comes off a strong win over 2000m at Mudgee. His record of 3 wins from 9 starts shows his quality, and he's proven on Good tracks with 2 wins from 3 starts. The topweight of 61kg is the main concern, but his consistency and proven ability at similar distances make him a major player.
Consistent performer who regularly finds the placings with 2 wins and 8 placings from 19 starts. While his win strike rate is modest, his consistency and proven ability at similar distances make him a solid place chance.
While his overall win record is poor (1 from 34), Final Impact has been knocking on the door with multiple recent placings. As a likely leader from barrier 5, he can control the moderate tempo expected and may prove hard to run down. Represents good each-way value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | It Is To Be | 3 | Kody Nestor | Pat Murphy | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Pinot Nero | 1 | Grant Buckley | John W Ramsey | 55.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 3 | Goofinator | 4 | Mitchell Bell | Pat Murphy | 59.5kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 2 | Final Impact | 5 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | M R Mulholland | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Casino Stage | 8 | Leeshelle Small | R P Northam | 61kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Shylock | 7 | Matthew Cahill | Kathryn Cahill | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Cavorting | 6 | Siena Grima | G D Lunn | 57kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Spacetime Legend | 2 | Joel Wilkes | 55kg |
Penciller brings the strongest form credentials with consecutive second placings at his last two starts. Brett Robb has him in peak condition and the booking of Clayton Gallagher is significant. Well-positioned from barrier 8 to settle midfield and finish strongly.
Good Time has drawn the coveted inside barrier and will likely use this advantage to take up a forward position. The Brett Thompson-trained runner has multiple first-time gear changes which suggests connections are leaving nothing to chance. Jake Pracey-Holmes is an experienced country jockey who knows Dubbo well. If the gear changes have the desired effect, expect a bold showing.
Incy Vincy represents the powerful Brett & Georgie Cavanough stable and has drawn perfectly in barrier 3. The booking of experienced jockey Mitchell Bell suggests connections have some confidence. With a light weight of 55kg and likely to settle on pace from the good draw, this first-starter has strong claims if ready to perform on debut.
Silver Chair offers excellent value given her strong record at Dubbo, including a second placing over this track and distance. Her first-up record is encouraging and she's drawn well in barrier 5. The Kylie Kennedy stable knows how to prepare horses for this track.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Silver Chair | 5 | Ms M Weir | Kylie Kennedy | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Penciller | 8 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 57.5kg | $2.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Argyle Springs | 12 | Ms A Stanley | Ms A Smith | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Mitaka | 9 | Matthew Cahill | Andrew Ryan | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Bindaree Lass | 4 | Zoe Hunt | Kylie Kennedy | 54.5kg | $151.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Rosie I Am | 10 | Grant Buckley | Ms A Smith | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Good Time | 1 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 8th | 4 | Shazza''s Star | 11 | Dylan Stanley | Kylie Kennedy | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Jimmy''s Choice | 7 | Jacob Stiff | Troy Mc Carney | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Looking The Part | 2 | Siena Grima | Cassandra Stummer | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 11th | 1 | Bush Letter | 6 | Kody Nestor | C Lundholm | 59kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Incy Vincy | 3 | Mitchell Bell | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 55kg |
Turned Down brings strong improving form into this race with a 4th placing in the same class last start. The inside barrier draw is perfect for this track, and his tactical versatility should allow him to settle midfield and finish strongly. The weight advantage over the top weight is significant.
Rhythm Is A Dancer brings the strongest form credentials with an impressive 33:8-5-4 overall record and excellent 15:5-1-1 distance record. Recent winner at this class level and likely to take up the early lead from barrier 3. The top weight of 62.5kg is the main concern, but his class and consistency should see him fight out the finish.
Fetes Des Meres brings strong recent form with a 2nd placing last start in this class. This improving mare has a good win rate of 25% and performs well on Good tracks (9:3-1-1). The wider barrier is a slight concern, but her tactical speed should allow her to find a good position. The class rise is significant but her form suggests she can handle it.
The good barrier draw will allow him to settle in a forward position, and his strong record on Good tracks (5:2-2-0) is a significant advantage.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Fetes Des Meres | 8 | Siena Grima | G D Lunn | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 3 | Turned Down | 1 | Donovan Dillon | D R Mirfin | 56kg | $1.95 |
| 3rd | 1 | Rhythm Is A Dancer | 3 | Mitchell Bell | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 62.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Epic Poem | 6 | Shayleigh Ingelse | M R Mulholland | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Starlink | 4 | Zoe Hunt | C Lundholm | 53.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Not Too Bad | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Kieren Hazelton | 55kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Jolly Good Fellow | 2 | D R Mirfin | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Fletchlo | 5 | Ms M Weir | Ms G Williams | 55kg |
My Crown brings the strongest recent form into this race with a close second last start at Narromine over this distance on heavy going. Shows a clear pattern of improvement with placings in two of his last four starts. The fast tempo should suit his racing style, and he's drawn to get a good position midfield. Jake Pracey-Holmes knows the horse well and should give him every chance.
Nucleaire is an intriguing runner from the strong Cavanough stable having just his second career start. His debut run showed promise despite finishing 6th, and he should improve significantly here. Mitchell Bell is a quality jockey who can position him well from barrier 6. The stable doesn't typically run horses unless they're ready to perform, suggesting confidence in this gelding's chances.
Noterbel is a lightly-raced mare showing promise with a strong second placing two starts back at Wellington. She didn't handle the heavy conditions last start but should appreciate the return to a good surface here. With only 55kg and natural improvement expected, she represents solid each-way value. Izzy Neale's claim helps offset the wide barrier, and she should be running on strongly late.
Dylan Stanley should give him a perfect run just behind the leaders, setting up for a strong finish.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | My Kind Of Girl | 10 | Brett Robb | 57kg | $41.00 | |
| 2nd | 2 | Hutt Street | 15 | Brett Thompson | 59kg | $20.00 | |
| 3rd | 11 | Noterbel | 11 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Fast Blue | 5 | Bronte Simpson | T J Bartley | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 4 | My Crown | 9 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 14 | Nucleaire | 6 | Mitchell Bell | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 56.5kg | $3.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Big Bertha | 8 | Michael Heagney | Ms M Hopkins | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Spirit Of Saintly | 7 | Matthew Cahill | Kylie Kennedy | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Diablo Dancer | 14 | Leeshelle Small | S J Gleeson | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Dervinia | 12 | Zoe Hunt | C Lundholm | 55.5kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 6 | The Bullet | 1 | Dylan Stanley | J T McMillan | 57kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Kowloon Magnate | 4 | O A Dalton | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Yiasou | 13 | Aaron Bullock | Brett Thompson | 59kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Single Shy | 16 | Brett Thompson | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Manzoro | 3 | Jake Hull | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Shazza''s Star | 2 | Kylie Kennedy | 59kg |
Jason Darren brings the strongest and most consistent form into this race with consecutive seconds at his last two starts. He's proven at the mile with two seconds and a third from three attempts at the distance. Well-drawn in barrier 4, he should take up a forward position in the run and has shown he can handle good track conditions. The main query is whether he can break through for a win beyond maiden grade.
Prince Of Prophets comes off a maiden win last start and is showing good progression through his limited career. While this represents a significant class rise, his win rate of 17% and place rate of 33% suggest he has ability. The main query is his first attempt at the mile, but his racing pattern suggests he should handle it. Drawn well in barrier 7, he should get a good run midfield with cover.
Down The Kooka brings solid recent form into this race with a 4th placing at 1750m last start. Well-drawn in barrier 2 and with the strong jockey booking of Aaron Bullock, he should get every chance. While he's yet to place in two attempts at the mile, his recent run at 1750m suggests he has the stamina for this trip. The main query is whether he has the class to win at this level.
Well-drawn in barrier 3, she should get a good run in transit. With a record of 1 win, 3 seconds and 2 thirds from 13 starts, she has shown ability, and her mile record of 5: 0-1-1 suggests she can handle the distance. The main query is whether she can bounce back from her last start failure.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Saint Philomena | 12 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Dar Lunn | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Prince Of Prophets | 7 | Donovan Dillon | Connie Greig | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 16 | Down The Kooka | 2 | Aaron Bullock | T S Howlett | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Alpine Rose | 11 | K Dunbar | Ashley Gibson | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 1 | A Boy Named Soo | 5 | Kody Nestor | David J Smith | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Kickoff | 6 | Clayton Gallagher | T J Bartley | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 14 | Gold Capital | 13 | Mitchell Bell | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 5 | The Drafter | 8 | Jacob Stiff | Terry Fulwood | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Maryland Bridge | 15 | Ms M Weir | Connie Greig | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Blackfish | 3 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Brandywine | 1 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms M Harrison | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Spicy Margherita | 16 | Andrew Banks | G R Brooker | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Lucky Creed | 14 | Katherine Bell | Terry Fulwood | 59kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 2 | Jason Darren | 4 | John Bannister | 59kg | $2.00 | |
| Scr | 13 | Blarney Stone | 18 | Ms G Williams | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Encampment | 9 | O A Dalton | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 53kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Pontoon Prince | 17 | Zoe Hunt | Troy Mc Carney | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Torquin | 10 | Matthew Cahill | G A O''Brien | 55kg |
Trumpty Dumpty brings strong credentials as a second-up performer following an impressive first-up win at Narromine in heavy conditions. His record at Dubbo (2:0-0-1) suggests he handles the track well, and the likely fast tempo should suit his racing pattern. With top jockey Aaron Bullock aboard and a manageable weight, he represents the strongest winning chance in this field.
Scopics brings strong credentials with an excellent barrier draw and impressive record at the distance (8:2-2-0). The drop in class is significant, and his track record (2:0-1-0) suggests he handles Dubbo well. Expect him to use the inside barrier to advantage in a forward position.
City Gold Speed brings solid recent form with a 3rd placing last start at Muswellbrook. Mitchell Bell is a positive jockey booking.
Powderfinger represents excellent value with three consecutive 3rd placings demonstrating consistent form. The favorable barrier draw should allow her to settle in a good position.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Star Intrigue | 17 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 60kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | City Gold Speed | 3 | Mitchell Bell | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 60.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Trumpty Dumpty | 9 | Aaron Bullock | Dar Lunn | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Scopics | 1 | Jordan Quince | Angus Stewart | 60kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Shadow Dane | 8 | Shayleigh Ingelse | M R Mulholland | 61kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Marnoo | 5 | Kody Nestor | Kieren Hazelton | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Powderfinger | 4 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Talkachino | 7 | Jacob Stiff | M R Mulholland | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Naval Officer | 16 | Dylan Stanley | J T McMillan | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 13 | Princess Mary | 11 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Daredevil | 2 | Katherine Bell | Dar Lunn | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 17 | Beg Me | 6 | Kieren Hazelton | 55kg | $151.00 | |
| 13th | 16 | Master Of Rewards | 13 | J A Sylvester | 55kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 9 | Outback Crumpet | 12 | Grace Palmer | T S Howlett | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Sammiballerina | 10 | Tim McIntosh | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Jade Division | 14 | Brett Thompson | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Our Emily | 15 | John Bannister | 56.5kg |
Coming back from stronger company, this mare has been racing consistently with three top-3 finishes in her last five starts. The fast tempo should suit her racing pattern, and she maps to get a good run from barrier 9.
Violet And Blue comes off a last-start win at Leeton and has been in excellent form with three wins from her last six starts. She's race-fit with only 10 days since her last run and has a good record at this distance (8: 2-1-2).
His form is trending upward with two wins from his last five starts. While he's rising slightly in class and drawn barrier 11, he has a good record at this distance (9: 3-0-3) and should handle the track conditions well. The 61.5kg is a concern, but his recent form suggests he can overcome it.
Rouge Moulin represents excellent value with a superb record at Dubbo (4: 3-1-0) including a win over this distance. He performs well fresh (3: 1-0-0) and has drawn perfectly in barrier 2.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Cumnock | 6 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Smart And Dapper | 4 | Dylan Stanley | Brett Thompson | 60.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 13 | Emphatic Bel | 5 | Shayleigh Ingelse | Michael Denison | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Grins | 12 | Dan Subramaniam | R Lomax | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Midnight Dream | 13 | Aaron Bullock | Paul Clisby | 62kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Brief Statement | 3 | Jacob Stiff | Ms A Smith | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 10 | Starane | 10 | Clayton Gallagher | Paul Clisby | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Minnewater | 7 | Jordan Quince | Ms G Williams | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Rouge Moulin | 2 | Caine Stuart | Brett Robb | 59kg | $3.60 |
| 10th | 12 | Order Of Merit | 1 | Zoe Hunt | Kieren Hazelton | 54.5kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Saratoga Power | 11 | Mitchell Bell | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Violet And Blue | 14 | Matthew Cahill | Kathryn Cahill | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Singing Star | 9 | D Lane | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | White Liar | 8 | Kieren Hazelton | 55kg |
Nevermista brings solid credentials as a second-up performer with excellent recent form, finishing 2nd last start at Muswellbrook over this distance in good time. With a strong record at the distance (6: 1-2-1) and the experienced Grant Buckley aboard, he represents the standout winning chance.
Her recent form is rock solid with consecutive placings (3rd at Narromine and 2nd at Bathurst), and she's proven at this distance range with a win and a placing from 5 starts. The likely fast tempo should suit her running style, though she'll need to overcome her lack of experience at Dubbo.
His recent 3rd placing at Scone in similar company demonstrates his ability, and his versatile running style should suit Dubbo's fair layout. However, the wide barrier draw (11) is a concern, and he'll need to overcome his lack of experience at this track. Mitchell Bell is a positive jockey booking.
Her previous Dubbo form includes two placings from three starts, and she's proven at this distance with 1 win and 4 placings from 16 attempts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Echelon | 11 | Mitchell Bell | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Nevermista | 4 | Grant Buckley | Simon Casey | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Brutal Love | 2 | Kody Nestor | C Lundholm | 60.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Magnolia Jewel | 5 | Shannen Llewellyn | T J Bartley | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Miss Karis | 6 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Joy Of The World | 8 | Donovan Dillon | Angus Stewart | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Brummagen | 13 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Dig Bee | 14 | Ms M Weir | Connie Greig | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Curly Bend | 12 | Shayleigh Ingelse | Brett Robb | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 15 | Aquafire | 7 | Siena Grima | Sara Ryan | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 11th | 3 | Hard Too Impress | 17 | Aaron Bullock | Brett Thompson | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 12th | 9 | There She Goes | 16 | Matthew Cahill | Andrew Ryan | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 13th | 10 | Billabong Rose | 15 | Dylan Stanley | Brett Thompson | 53.5kg | $31.00 |
| 14th | 11 | She''s All Sass | 1 | Grace Palmer | J A Sylvester | 51.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 12 | She''s A Bad Girl | 9 | D Lane | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Anaisa | 10 | Kieren Hazelton | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Mihrimah | 3 | Dar Lunn | 55kg |
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