Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Northern Territory · Sunday 26 October 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 6 races at Alice Springs. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Boy Big brings the strongest recent form, winning last start at this track over the same distance in the same class. His overall track record is excellent with 10 wins from 40 starts, and he's proven at this distance with 3 wins from 19 attempts. The Lek Maloney/Greg Connor combination is working well, and the horse appears perfectly placed to go back-to-back.
The Men Went Home brings a consistent profile with 2 wins and 3 seconds from just 8 career starts. While first-up from a spell, he has placed in his only previous fresh run. His last start win at Fannie Bay shows he's in good form, and his overall consistency (63% place rate) suggests he'll be right in the finish again.
Altar Boy brings strong credentials with an excellent track record of 8 wins from 18 starts at Pioneer Park. While he hasn't won at this track/distance combination, he has placed twice from four attempts. His recent form is solid with a second-place finish last start, and he's proven himself competitive in this class. The topweight of 60.5kg is the main concern.
With a strong track record including 2 wins from 11 starts and a solid track/distance record (1-2-1 from 6), he's well-credentialed.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Our Couver | 3 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 6 | The Men Went Home | 4 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Altar Boy | 6 | Raymond Vigar | P A Gardner | 60.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Expert Witness | 1 | Danielle Hirini | Lisa Whittle | 61kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 4 | Excuses Excuses | 2 | Stan Tsaikos | J B Carroll | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Boy Big | 5 | Lek Maloney | Greg Connor | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
The 7yo gelding has shown significant improvement in recent runs and maps to get a perfect run from barrier 4 on a track that favors inside gates. With strong recent form and proven ability at Pioneer Park, he looks well-placed to go back-to-back in this Class 2 event.
Matron Samsing brings strong second-up credentials (2: 1-0-0) and consistent recent form into this race. The 4yo mare placed third at this track last start and should improve second-up. While carrying top weight is a concern, her class edge and proven ability to handle the conditions make her a genuine winning chance. Drawn to get a good run from barrier 6.
King Bling brings rock-solid consistency with three consecutive second placings. While he's yet to break through for a win, the slight class drop and consistent form make him a strong place chance. Barrier 8 is the main concern on a track that favors inside gates.
The 5yo gelding placed third last start and draws the coveted barrier 1 position on a track that strongly favors inside gates.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Apolaki | 1 | Ianish Luximon | Greg Connor | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Quanah | 3 | Sonja D Logan | Ray Viney | 58.5kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 5 | Boomerconi | 11 | Deborah Barton | D Leech | 52.5kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Sweetwillhebe | 7 | Raymond Vigar | P A Gardner | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Matron Samsing | 6 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 3 | King Bling | 8 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Boss Shelby | 4 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 9 | Beep Test | 5 | Lek Maloney | Ray Viney | 53kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 11 | No Name Nigel | 2 | Stan Tsaikos | J B Carroll | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Denuto | 9 | Lisa Whittle | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Ribtickler | 10 | Peter Stennett | 55kg |
Bahama Bay brings strong credentials first-up from a spell with an excellent record when fresh. His last start win at Fannie Bay showed his ability to finish strongly, and his versatile racing pattern should suit the likely fast tempo. While untested at Pioneer Park, his consistent form and proven ability at the distance make him the standout selection.
Mapped to be on speed which suits the track profile, and drawn in barrier 6 which falls within the favored inside barriers range.
Delago Lad brings excellent track credentials with 11 wins from 35 starts at Pioneer Park, including 5 wins over this track and distance. His consistent recent form includes a 2nd placing last start, and he's likely to be on speed which suits the track profile. The class rise is a concern, but his local experience is a significant advantage.
His consistent recent form includes multiple placings, and the first-time gear changes (tongue control bit and visors) could spark improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | O'tycoon | 6 | Lek Maloney | Lisa Whittle | 57kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 2 | Delago Lad | 5 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Kickatorp | 4 | Sonja D Logan | Ray Viney | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Bahama Bay | 3 | Paul Denton | Ms K Petrick | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 6 | Throw At Da Stumps | 1 | Deborah Barton | Ms K Petrick | 52kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 4 | The Girl's Boy | 2 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 55kg | $9.00 |
Only The Best brings the strongest recent form into this race with consecutive wins and a solid record at this track. While carrying top weight, he's drawn perfectly in barrier 1 to take advantage of the inside barrier bias at Pioneer Park. His consistent record (31:4-6-6) and proven ability at this track make him the standout selection despite the weight impost.
Game Cove brings solid recent form with a close 2nd last start at this track and distance. While his win strike rate is modest (6%), he's a consistent place-getter (21%) who should be in the finish again, especially with a 5kg weight advantage over the top selection.
Tango Stepz brings excellent track and distance credentials (4-1-4 from 12 starts) and consistent recent form. She's dropping significantly in class and is drawn well in barrier 4 to take advantage of the inside barrier bias.
He's dropping significantly in class and has proven ability at this distance with 2 wins.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Only The Best | 1 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 60.5kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 3 | Tango Stepz | 4 | Sonja D Logan | Ray Viney | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Splish Splash | 2 | Lek Maloney | C Hunter | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Game Cove | 6 | Ianish Luximon | Lisa Whittle | 55.5kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 6 | Boom Smash Opera | 3 | Deborah Barton | D Leech | 52kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Standing Bear | 5 | Danielle Hirini | Ray Viney | 60kg | $16.00 |
Sheer Reward brings the strongest recent form into this race with a win and placing in his last three starts. While rising in class, his consistent performances and tactical versatility should allow him to capitalize on the moderate-fast tempo expected. The 1400m is a query but his racing pattern suggests he'll handle it.
His win two starts back demonstrates his ability, and the inside draw should give him every chance. The main query is the 1400m distance which he hasn't attempted before, but his racing pattern suggests he could handle it.
Valley Prince brings the strongest track and distance credentials with 4 wins, 6 seconds and 4 thirds from 28 starts at Pioneer Park over 1400m. He's dropping in class which is a significant positive, and his consistency is admirable with 4 placings from his last 6 starts. The 8-year-old gelding may be slightly past his prime.
While facing a slight class rise, his best performances would put him right in the finish, making him an attractive each-way proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Incivility | 1 | Lek Maloney | Lisa Whittle | 54kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Sheer Reward | 7 | Deborah Barton | Barry Cooke | 53.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Valley Prince | 3 | Ianish Luximon | W A Savage | 59.5kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 3 | Titanium Prince | 2 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Silentdeel | 5 | Sonja D Logan | Ray Viney | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 7 | Dr Venkman | 4 | Raymond Vigar | P A Gardner | 55kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Mi Mijo | 6 | W A Savage | 61kg |
The Big Freeze brings the strongest recent form into this race with a win and second in his last two starts. With a significant weight advantage at 54kg and a perfect draw in barrier 1, he's well positioned to capitalize on the moderate-fast tempo expected. His track and distance record shows he handles Pioneer Park well.
Miracoli brings strong credentials with an excellent record at Pioneer Park (7-2-2 from 18 starts) and specifically at this track and distance (2-1-0 from 5 starts). His recent form is solid with two seconds from his last three starts. While carrying top weight is a concern, he's drawn well in barrier 2 and should get a perfect run in transit. His experience and proven ability at this track make him a major contender.
Vitesse Breeze brings solid recent form with a win and third in his last two starts. While his record at this distance is modest (1-1-4 from 12 starts), his versatility and consistency make him a genuine contender. The weight (59kg) is a concern, but he should get a good run from barrier 4.
While he hasn't won at this distance, he has placed 4 times from 7 attempts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | The Big Freeze | 1 | Deborah Barton | C Hunter | 54kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Vitesse Breeze | 4 | Paul Denton | Greg Connor | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Murrajong Road | 6 | Stan Tsaikos | Barry Cooke | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Miracoli | 2 | Danielle Hirini | D Leech | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Nasha | 3 | Ianish Luximon | Barry Cooke | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Becquerel | 7 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Faithful Champion | 5 | Raymond Vigar | P A Gardner | 56kg | $4.40 |
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