Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Saturday 8 November 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 5 races at Goulburn. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Camilla brings the strongest recent form into this race with consecutive second placings, including last start at Canberra over 1200m on a Soft 5. Her consistency is a major asset, and she's proven on soft tracks with two placings from four attempts. The Peter Snowden-trained mare is well-drawn in barrier 3 and should settle in a prominent position. While yet to break through for a win, everything suggests this is her opportunity.
The So You Think mare should take advantage of barrier 2 to settle on the speed, which aligns with the track's on-pace bias. Her soft track record shows adaptability to today's conditions, and the blinkers being retained should help maintain focus. Represents the main danger to the top selection.
Hellovachic comes into this race off a last-start 2nd placing at Bombala, showing improving form. She's dropping significantly in class from some previous assignments and carries just 55kg. While unproven at the distance, her racing pattern suggests the 1300m should suit, and she represents each-way value.
Cool As Popeye offers value despite a disappointing last start. She's dropping significantly in class from previous open company races, which is a major positive. While unproven at the distance, her racing pattern suggests she'll be suited by the 1300m and the moderate-fast tempo expected.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Cool As Popeye | 7 | Andrew Banks | Pat Murphy | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Camilla | 3 | Nick Heywood | Peter Snowden | 58.5kg | $1.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Yesglenn | 4 | Claire Ramsbotham | J A Steinmetz | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Satin And Cash | 8 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Richard Litt | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Milly Molly Mandy | 2 | Dale Cole | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 7 | Hellovachic | 5 | Jack Baker | J M Cleary | 55kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | City Gold Field | 1 | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | All Kirked Up | 6 | Adrian Layt | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg |
Her recent form is solid with a 3rd and 4th placing in stronger company, and she's dropping slightly in class here. While carrying top weight, she has the class edge and should get a perfect midfield position from barrier 7 to finish strongly.
Her recent form includes two second placings from her last four starts, though she disappointed last time out. Well drawn in barrier 4, she should get a good midfield position and is dropping slightly in class.
Luna Angel brings a perfect record at this track and distance (2-0-0 from 2 starts) and has won 2 of her last 6 starts. She's well drawn in barrier 3 and has a strong overall record at Goulburn (2-1-0 from 5 starts). However, her last start was disappointing, finishing 8th and beaten 17 lengths. Her poor record on soft tracks is a significant concern, but her track knowledge gives her claims.
She placed 3rd two starts back and is well drawn in barrier 5 to get a good position. While her soft track record shows no wins, she has placed 3 times from 6 starts on soft going.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Breakaway Week | 1 | Teaghan Martin | G G Kirkup | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Fancy Garter | 7 | Adrian Layt | Ms K Outtrim | 61.5kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 7 | Single Beat | 4 | Jack Martin | N F Gardner | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 4 | Don't Tell Jack | 8 | Jack Baker | S Harvey | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Just One Look | 6 | Nick Heywood | J D Cooper | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Namarari | 2 | Jessica Brookes | P Waters | 53kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Luna Angel | 3 | Dale Cole | Geoffrey Crothers | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Senalda | 5 | Andrew Banks | M N Howard | 58.5kg |
Ever Was comes off an impressive win at Nowra over this distance, carrying 55.5kg on a Good 3 surface. His record at the mile is solid with 2 wins and 4 thirds from 12 attempts.
Sapphires Son brings strong course and distance credentials with 2 wins from 4 attempts at Goulburn over the mile. Despite a disappointing last start at Wagga, his prior form included a win in similar conditions. His overall mile record is impressive with 5 wins and 3 seconds from 23 starts. The 9-year-old veteran knows his way around Goulburn and should be competitive at this level.
Zartamay enters in excellent form with 2 wins from his last 3 starts, most recently scoring over 2000m at Mudgee. While dropping back to the mile is a query, he has placed at this distance previously. The 6-year-old gelding appears to be in career-best form and should be competitive despite the distance change.
While his overall record is modest, he's a consistent performer who rarely runs poorly. The 7-year-old has a win and a second from 7 attempts at the mile and should appreciate the moderate-fast tempo predicted.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Zartamay | 3 | Jordan Quince | D Wagstaff | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Ever Was | 6 | Blaike Mc Dougall | J A Steinmetz | 61.5kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 5 | Beograd Boy | 8 | Michael Heagney | J Rolfe | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Sapphires Son | 5 | Dale Cole | D A Williams | 57.5kg | $3.80 |
| 5th | 6 | Single Crown | 2 | Jessica Brookes | Luke Musson | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Seeking Prophet | 4 | Claire Ramsbotham | Luke Clarke | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Great Week | 7 | Teaghan Martin | Geoffrey Crothers | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Testamissile | 1 | Jack Martin | Luke Clarke | 58kg | $51.00 |
Progressive 3yo filly showing significant talent with a win and a placing from just two starts. Perfectly drawn in barrier 3 to take advantage of the leaders bias at Goulburn, and carries a manageable 57kg.
Experienced mare dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger company. The top weight is a concern, but the class drop compensates. Barrier 6 is workable given the likely pace scenario.
Mare with a strong affinity for Goulburn (1-1-2 from 5 starts) and excellent heavy track credentials if conditions deteriorate. Her recent form has been consistent without winning, but the return to a favored track is significant.
Consistent gelding who rarely wins but frequently places, particularly at this distance where he has a 1-1-3 record from 10 starts. Recent placing on a heavy track suggests he can handle wet conditions if needed.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Eternal Ember | 3 | Ryan Bradley | Anthony Mountney | 57kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 3 | Drama Dodger | 2 | Teaghan Martin | G G Kirkup | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Carbrook | 7 | Andrew Banks | M N Howard | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Rosy Sue | 4 | Claire Ramsbotham | Becky Byrne | 53.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Abstruse | 6 | Jack Baker | Natalie Jarvis | 62kg | $3.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Shelly's Ace | 1 | Jessica Brookes | Scott Collings | 56kg | $3.90 |
| 7th | 4 | Hay Pearl | 9 | Dale Cole | J D Cooper | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Oakeys Choice | 8 | Luke Musson | 65kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Hell Of A Show | 5 | Tilly McCarroll | Ms J Hoy | 57kg |
Rileycat brings strong second-up credentials (0-1-1 from 2 starts) and excellent recent form, finishing a close second at Canberra just 15 days ago. Well-drawn in barrier 5, she should get an ideal midfield position in the likely fast-tempo race, setting up perfectly for her finishing burst.
Friskee Frog brings strong credentials as a track specialist with a win at Goulburn and excellent second-up form (0-2-0 from 3 starts). Likely to lead or sit prominent from barrier 2, which should suit given the on-pace bias at Goulburn over this distance.
The wide barrier (10) is mitigated by the likely fast tempo, allowing her to find cover and finish strongly. Class edge could prove decisive despite the first-up status and soft track query.
While her overall strike rate is modest, she's a proven wet-track performer with a win and place on heavy tracks, suggesting she'll handle soft conditions. Her recent 5th at Canberra showed improvement, and the lightweight assignment (53kg) in a fast-tempo race should suit her running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Rileycat | 5 | Nick Heywood | Pat Murphy | 57.5kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 2 | Friskee Frog | 2 | Dale Cole | N J Osborne | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Ahellbenda | 10 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Richard Litt | 60.5kg | $2.60 |
| 4th | 7 | Apparate | 3 | Teaghan Martin | G G Kirkup | 53kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Helen's Crown | 7 | Andrew Banks | M N Howard | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Princessa | 4 | Claire Ramsbotham | Becky Byrne | 53.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Togoodtobeacod | 6 | Jack Baker | Scott Jamieson | 53kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Sampson | 9 | Jessica Brookes | P Waters | 53.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Rhineland | 8 | Michael Heagney | J Rolfe | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Eternal Ember | 1 | Anthony Mountney | 57kg |
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