Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Sunday 9 November 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 6 races at Sunshine Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The mare has been consistent without winning recently, but the step up to 1400m suits perfectly. With a fast tempo likely, her ability to settle midfield and finish strongly gives her a significant advantage. The David Vandyke-Ryan Maloney combination is always dangerous at Sunshine Coast.
Tsukino comes into this race in winning form after a strong performance at Ipswich over 1350m. The mare has a solid record at similar distances with 1 win and 1 second from 2 starts at 1350-1400m. While stepping up in class is a concern, her consistent form and ability to handle the distance make her a genuine contender. The likely fast tempo should suit her running style.
Being second-up from a spell suggests further improvement, though her record when second-up is modest. The mare will appreciate the likely fast tempo and should be finishing strongly, but the class rise is significant. The wide barrier is a concern.
While the distance is a query, her tactical speed should allow her to control the race from the front. The weight is a concern but offset by her advantageous draw.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Tsukino | 7 | Dylan Turner | J Dann | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Techna | 3 | Adin Thompson | Chris & Corey Munce | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Rubydoo | 1 | Jace McMurray | Mark Renehan | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Echo Hunter | 4 | Corey Sutherland | P P Jenkins | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Strike The Heart | 5 | Ryan Maloney | David Vandyke | 58.5kg | $1.75 |
| 6th | 8 | Show Me The Stars | 8 | Montana Philpot | Brendan Jones | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 2 | Manhattan's | 6 | Cejay Graham | Billy Healey | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Take Achance On Me | 2 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | C J Waller | 60kg |
First-up from a spell but has raced well fresh previously. Well drawn in barrier 6 with an experienced jockey aboard. The very fast predicted tempo should suit her running style, and she has the class to overcome the weight.
Highgrove Rose is the only runner in the field with a placing and drops significantly in class from Listed races. First-up from a spell but should be well prepared. The wide barrier is a concern, but with the fast tempo predicted, she should be able to find a position midfield and finish strongly.
Her consistent form suggests she's ready to break through, and the inside draw should allow her to save ground throughout.
The wide barrier is a concern, but with the fast tempo predicted, she should be able to find a position and finish strongly. Recent form is improving and the 16-day freshen-up should have her ready.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Bellove | 11 | Cejay Graham | Taylah Mackinnon | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Highgrove Rose | 9 | Ben E Thompson | Jack Bruce | 58.5kg | $2.05 |
| 3rd | 8 | Senorita Zeta | 6 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 11 | Outdoor Cat | 1 | Cejay Graham | Billy Healey | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Amelioration | 4 | Rob Thorburn | Ben Lang | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Rocking Frocks | 5 | Robbie Dolan | J G Symons & S Laxon | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Highland Kitty | 8 | Angela Jones | M A Currie | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Windun | 2 | Dale Smith | S P Ryan | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Brown River | 7 | Matthew Palmer | Ryan Tyrell | 60kg | $61.00 |
| 3 | Oh What A Gem | 10 | Mark Du Plessis | John Holcombe | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | On Point Pixie | 3 | Dylan Turner | P L Shailer | 57.5kg |
The perfect barrier draw should allow him to settle in an ideal position in what looks to be a fast-tempo race. Coming back from stronger company and with proven form at this track (5: 0-1-2), he appears ready to break through for a maiden win.
With the benefit of race experience and a quality jockey in Damien Thornton, he should improve significantly. The barrier draw gives options to settle midfield in a fast-tempo race, and his closing speed suggests he'll be strong late.
Rustenburg brings solid credentials with two second placings from two career starts, including one at this track and distance. Second-up from a spell and with a consistent record, he should be competitive despite the top weight. The wide barrier is a slight concern in a race with likely fast tempo, but his proven ability to place makes him a genuine contender.
Second-up from a spell with a quality jockey in Ryan Maloney, he's showing an improving form trend.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Lyneham | 4 | Martin Harley | Chris & Corey Munce | 56.5kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 6 | Varejao | 1 | Jasper Franklin | S W Kendrick | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Zoustrology | 6 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 1 | Rustenburg | 9 | Jake Bayliss | J R Bayliss | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 8 | Clive's Glory | 8 | Ben E Thompson | Billy Healey | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Solar Surfer | 5 | Ryan Maloney | Jack Bruce | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Ate Iron | 3 | Robbie Dolan | J G Symons & S Laxon | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Seaticus | 11 | Corey Sutherland | Rob Davidson | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Galvanize | 10 | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Enforceable | 7 | S B Laming | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Artistic Endeavour | 12 | K M Schweida | 57kg | ||
| 12 | Starward | 2 | Tiffani Brooker | Natalie McCall | 55.5kg |
Moroccan Wind appears well-placed to make a winning debut with several factors in his favor. The Stuart Kendrick-trained runner has drawn to get a good run from barrier 10 with the +12m rail position, and the booking of Ben Thompson is significant. Likely to be on pace in a race with very fast tempo, which should suit at this track and distance.
Luminous Girl brings unknown potential but several positive indicators suggest she can run well on debut. The Jack Bruce-trained filly has a significant jockey booking in Damien Thornton, and the gear change suggests connections are fine-tuning for race day. Should get a good run from barrier 12 with the +12m rail position.
Tengun Jessie represents the Chris Anderson stable which has a strong record at Sunshine Coast. The barrier draw is favorable, and the booking of Micheal Hellyer suggests connections have some confidence. The first-time gear application indicates they're looking to optimize focus on race day.
The Loy Birchley-trained gelding returns from a 100-day break but has shown he can perform fresh with his first-up record showing a placing. Barrier 8 is favorable with the +12m rail position.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Moroccan Wind | 10 | Ben E Thompson | S W Kendrick | 60kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 3 | Swaggering | 8 | Leah Martyn | L F Birchley | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Red Moon Rising | 4 | Jake Bayliss | Chris Anderson | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 10 | San Gimignano | 11 | Olivia Kendal | Donna Stanbridge | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Luminous Girl | 12 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 11 | Jardin De Lys | 9 | Georgina Cartwright | B K Wakefield | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Nuzana | 6 | Bob Davis | 56.5kg | $51.00 | |
| 8th | 2 | Potenco | 15 | Paul Hamblin | Belinda Mair | 60kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Chance De Lune | 3 | Adin Thompson | Ms J Aitkenhead | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Zoustrology | 5 | Jack Bruce | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Kotor Bay | 13 | M J Lakey | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Sinfull | 14 | Jace McMurray | J C Smerdon | 56.5kg | |
| 9 | Tengun Jessie | 7 | Micheal Hellyer | Chris Anderson | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Goldarnie | 2 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | S W Kendrick | 57kg | |
| 15 | Haniel | 1 | D J Hansen | 56kg |
Divakara brings the strongest credentials to this race with a perfect record at track and distance (2 from 2). His recent form has been consistent with a win and two placings in his last five starts. The Kendrick-trained gelding has excellent tactical versatility and should get the perfect run from barrier 1.
Holy Flash has a strong affinity with Sunshine Coast (2 wins from 6 starts) and brings solid recent form including a win three starts back. While unproven at the 1800m journey, his racing pattern suggests the distance should suit. The 60kg is a concern but his class and barrier draw (4) should allow him to settle in a forward position and be strong late.
Spray Gun has been racing consistently with 3 wins from his last 10 starts. The barrier draw (2) is ideal and should allow him to get a good position in running.
The wide barrier is a concern but his racing pattern should allow him to find cover.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Kerkorian | 7 | Jake Bayliss | J R Bayliss | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Divakara | 1 | Jasper Franklin | S W Kendrick | 59.5kg | $2.25 |
| 3rd | 1 | Holy Flash | 4 | Jace McMurray | P P Jenkins | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Ole Bazzle | 10 | Adam Sewell | G R Duncan | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Sian Star | 6 | Corey Sutherland | D J Hansen | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Settat | 8 | Ben E Thompson | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 3 | Prepotent | 3 | Chris Mc Iver | Jessica Kuhn | 61kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Spray Gun | 2 | Angela Jones | M A Currie | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 4 | Outburst | 9 | Jackson Morris | M J Lakey | 60kg | ||
| 10 | Cheerful Cat | 5 | Heavelon Van Der Hoven | James Moore | 54.5kg |
Has an impressive record at this track (6: 2-3-1) including a win and place at this distance. Second-up today where he'll be fitter, and while the wide barrier is a concern, his early speed should allow him to overcome it.
The step up to 1400m for the first time is a query, but his racing pattern suggests it will suit. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 to get a soft run, and with only 4 career starts, has significant upside.
Trymesoon was impressive winning on debut at this track over 1200m. The step up to 1400m looks suitable based on his racing pattern, and he's likely to improve significantly second-up. The class rise is substantial, but he's in the capable hands of Chris Waller and has Ryan Maloney aboard. Represents a promising talent but faces a much tougher test today.
The good barrier (3) should allow him to settle in a forward position in what looks to be a fast-tempo race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Best Coffee | 1 | James Moore | 57kg | $26.00 | |
| 2nd | 4 | Jungle Fever | 11 | Jasper Franklin | Stephen Sutherland | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Crackenthorpe | 13 | Corey Sutherland | D J Hansen | 60kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 2 | Chinchilla Ahead | 5 | Rob Thorburn | M A Currie | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Trymesoon | 6 | Ryan Maloney | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Hell Of A Lad | 12 | Georgina Cartwright | Phillip Burns | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Chance With Wolves | 7 | Mark Du Plessis | Ms J Aitkenhead | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Brazen Sailor | 4 | Adin Thompson | L F Birchley | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Treasurer | 3 | Jace McMurray | Mark Renehan | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Gone To Cape York | 2 | Damien Thornton | Chris & Corey Munce | 59kg | $4.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Wirewalker | 14 | M A Currie | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Warna | 9 | S W Kendrick | 61kg | ||
| 13 | Bonjour Rupert | 8 | Dale Smith | Grant Allard | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Wily Jack | 10 | K M Schweida | 59.5kg |
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