Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Northern Territory · Sunday 5 October 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 5 races at Alice Springs. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Incivility brings the strongest recent form into this race with a last-start win and a second placing before that. Has shown excellent consistency at this track with a record of 11: 1-3-1 and handles the distance well. The inside barrier bias suits his racing pattern and Sonja Wiseman maintains the ride after their last-start success.
No Cash Here brings solid credentials with consecutive second placings and a win three starts back. Has an excellent record at this track and distance (5: 1-2-0) and draws perfectly in barrier 3 to take advantage of the inside barrier bias. D A Hirini maintains the ride and knows this horse well. The main concern is the 59kg topweight, but overall profile suggests a strong chance.
Game Cove brings solid recent form with a last-start second placing at this track and distance. The inside barrier draw is perfect for the track bias, and the light weight of 53.5kg is a significant advantage. While his win strike rate is modest at just 6%, he's a consistent placegetter (20% place rate) and is showing an improving form trend. Represents a solid each-way proposition.
Sheer Reward represents excellent value as a last-start winner at this track and class level. The perfect barrier 1 draw is ideal for the track bias, and the light weight of 53.5kg gives him a significant advantage. While his overall record is modest, his recent form has been consistent with a win and placings.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Only The Best | 8 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Delusionaldictator | 7 | Ianish | K J Lamprecht | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Sheer Reward | 1 | Deborah Barton | Barry Cooke | 53.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Game Cove | 2 | Lek Maloney | Lisa Whittle | 53.5kg | $3.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Dr Venkman | 5 | Paul Denton | P A Gardner | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Incivility | 6 | Sonja D Wiseman | Lisa Whittle | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 2 | No Cash Here | 3 | D A Hirini | Greg Connor | 59kg | $2.90 |
| Scr | 4 | Blown Away | 9 | Lisa Whittle | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Boomerconi | 4 | D Leech | 56kg |
Second-up today with a solid second-up record (1:0-0-1), he's drawn perfectly in barrier 1 on a track showing strong inside barrier bias. The I Am Invincible gelding has proven his class with a consistent record of 10:2-2-3 and should handle the fast tempo predicted.
King Bling brings solid credentials as a consistent performer with a strong record at this track (4:0-2-1). Second-up today after a good second placing last start at this track, he's well-drawn in barrier 3 on a track favoring inside gates. The gear change (winkers off) is interesting but the drop in class from his last start should offset any concerns. His consistent form and track affinity make him a genuine threat.
Matron Samsing comes into this race first-up from a spell but with a decent first-up record (2:0-1-0). The mare won her last start showing improving form and is well-drawn in barrier 5 on a track favoring inside gates. She's likely to be on pace in a race favoring leaders, which suits her racing pattern. The main concerns are her lack of experience at this track and distance, plus the significant class rise from maiden company.
His last start second placing shows improvement and he's well-drawn in barrier 2 on a track favoring inside gates. The 21-day freshen up could be ideal and he has placed at this track before (2:0-1-0).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Mougenot | 1 | Ianish | Ray Viney | 60.5kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 3 | King Bling | 3 | D A Hirini | Greg Connor | 56kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 2 | Matron Samsing | 5 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Battle Jack | 2 | Sonja D Wiseman | Ray Viney | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Boom Smash Opera | 4 | Deborah Barton | D Leech | 52kg | $26.00 |
Grinzinger Lass brings excellent track credentials and consistent recent form, having won 2 of her last 3 starts. The mare has a strong record at Pioneer Park (4-4-1 from 12 starts) and draws perfectly in barrier 1 on a track showing strong inside barrier bias. While rising slightly in class, her recent performances suggest she's ready for the challenge, and her tactical versatility should allow her to settle in a good position from the inside gate.
Boy Big brings strong credentials with an excellent record at this track and distance (5-2-4 from 16 starts). The 8yo gelding draws well in barrier 2 on a track showing strong inside barrier bias and has proven his ability to handle this distance. While rising in class, his consistency and track knowledge make him a major player.
The Girl''s Boy comes into this race in good form after a last-start win. With a solid record at Pioneer Park (5-3-1 from 19 starts), he knows the track well, though he's yet to win at this specific distance. The 6yo gelding is a consistent performer with a good win rate, but he'll need to overcome carrying top weight of 59kg and a slightly wider barrier draw on a track that favors inside gates. His versatility and consistency keep him in the mix.
While she hasn't won at this distance, she has placed 7 times from 19 attempts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | The Girl''s Boy | 5 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 5 | Bold Tropic | 3 | D A Hirini | Greg Connor | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Tango Stepz | 4 | Hannah Le Blanc | Ray Viney | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Grinzinger Lass | 1 | Sonja D Wiseman | Ray Viney | 56.5kg | $2.45 |
| 5th | 1 | Boy Big | 2 | Lek Maloney | Greg Connor | 57.5kg | $2.60 |
Miracoli brings the strongest track/distance credentials to this race with 4 wins from 10 attempts at Pioneer Park over the mile. Coming off consecutive placings at Kununurra, this 8yo gelding is showing improving form at the right time. While carrying topweight, he's proven capable at this level and should get a good midfield position from barrier 6. The moderate-fast tempo should suit his running style.
Frankfurt brings solid credentials with a consistent record of 2 wins and 8 placings from 20 starts. While he's carrying equal topweight, his consistency makes him a genuine place chance, though he often finds one better. The moderate-fast tempo should suit his running style.
Murrajong Road brings solid recent form with consecutive 3rd placings at Pioneer Park. Carrying a moderate 55.5kg, he should get a good midfield position from barrier 4. His consistency makes him a solid place chance in this field.
With a strong track/distance record of 1 win and 5 placings from 12 attempts, he knows the Pioneer Park mile well. Drawing the inside barrier is a significant advantage, and he's dropping significantly in class from recent assignments.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Frankfurt | 3 | Ianish | K J Lamprecht | 59.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Miracoli | 6 | D A Hirini | D Leech | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 5 | Prophesier | 5 | Sonja D Wiseman | Lisa Whittle | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Faithful Champion | 9 | Lek Maloney | P A Gardner | 54.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Murrajong Road | 4 | Deborah Barton | Barry Cooke | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Becquerel | 8 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Titanium Prince | 2 | Paul Denton | W A Savage | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Tintern Power | 1 | P A Gardner | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Nasha | 7 | Barry Cooke | 55kg |
Altar Boy brings the strongest recent form into this race with a last-start win over 1400m at this track. His record at Pioneer Park is exceptional (8:1:3 from 16 starts) and he's proven at the track/distance combination (2:0:1). Drawn perfectly in barrier 1 with tactical speed, he should get an ideal run and prove hard to beat.
Kieffer brings strong recent form with 2 wins from his last 3 starts and a last-start second at this track over 1400m. His record at the track and distance (1:0:3 from 4 starts) shows he's consistently competitive here. With a 2.5kg weight advantage over Altar Boy and a versatile racing style, he should get a good run from barrier 4 and be right in the finish.
Flying Start brings solid credentials with a perfect record at track and distance (2:0:0) and consistent recent form including a 3rd place last start at this track. His overall record at Pioneer Park (4:7:6 from 26 starts) shows he's consistently competitive here.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Venting | 5 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 61kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Kieffer | 4 | Ianish | K J Lamprecht | 55.5kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 3 | Flying Start | 6 | D A Hirini | Greg Connor | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Valley Prince | 3 | Deborah Barton | W A Savage | 52kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Mi Mijo | 2 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Altar Boy | 1 | Lek Maloney | P A Gardner | 58kg | $3.90 |
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