Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Sunday 16 November 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 8 races at Wyong. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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As a likely leader from barrier 5, he suits Wyong's on-pace bias and short straight. Trainer Edward O'Rourke has horses peaking, and the fast tempo should allow him to control the race. Class level consistent, and good track record (1:0-1-0) adds confidence over rivals with weaker finishes.
Mamma Mia's recent form is sharp, with a close second at Nowra after a third at the same track, indicating she's building fitness for this. As a lightly raced filly from a strong stable, she handles good ground well (2:0-0-1) and the 55.5kg weight helps. Midfield position in a fast tempo race positions her to run on in the short straight, though untested at distance. Edges others like Polo due to recency and connections.
Her Wyong record (1:0-1-0 on good) is a plus for this provincial track, and winkers could enhance performance. Improving filly from barrier 6, she suits the on-pace bias better than backmarkers like All Too Clever, though lacks the polish of Ridgeback's consistency.
Blinkers debut could focus her, and the class drop from tougher races helps.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Polo | 6 | Ashley Morgan | G Portelli | 55.5kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | All Too Clever | 8 | Braith Nock | John Thompson | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Like Anything | 4 | Mitchell Bell | R J Quinton | 55.5kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 7 | Mamma Mia | 9 | Andrew Adkins | John Thompson | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Stock Road | 2 | Mollie Fitzgerald | G D Hickman | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Ridgeback | 5 | Rachel King | Edward O'Rourke | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 4 | What A Gent | 7 | Reece Jones | T J Bartley | 59kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Kaval | 3 | Jean Van Overmeire | Mark Cross | 59kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Presumptuous Gal | 1 | David Pfieffer | 55.5kg |
Connections solid, fitness peaking after 10 days rest.
Hibiki Harmony's current form is peaking with back-to-back wins, demonstrating stamina at distances around 1500-1600m. Her consistency (5 wins from 18) and ability to handle Good 4 conditions make her a reliable top pick, especially midfield where she can stalk the leaders at Wyong. Outclasses inconsistent runners like Affermato.
Hardpoint's Wyong affinity and prior 1600m win give him an edge in this setup, despite a recent fade.
First-up stats not applicable; regular racing form strong.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Affermato | 2 | Ashley Morgan | Ms A Turner | 60.5kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Hibiki Harmony | 5 | Braith Nock | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Hardpoint | 4 | Mitch Stapleford | Brad Widdup | 57kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 7 | Bearings | 3 | Molly Bourke | J G Sargent | 56kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 5 | Invasive Dreams | 1 | Alysha Collett | S Harvey | 58.5kg | $2.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Unreal Expectation | 8 | Chad Lever | T & P Vigouroux | 58.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Beauer | 9 | Jean Van Overmeire | Paul Murray | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Bump'n'run | 6 | Winona Costin | Ms R Dunn | 55kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Horizons | 7 | Richard & Will Freedman | 59kg |
Misty Veil stands out on form as a first-up improver with a solid placing in her only fresh run on heavy ground at 900m. Trainer Maher's success with debutants adds appeal in this maiden sprint, outweighing limited exposure.
With no historical form, Daring Fellow relies on connections and positioning. Michael Freedman's stable excels with young horses, and barrier 4 allows easy access to the speed on Wyong's sharp turns. As a likely leader in a fast-tempo race, he suits the track bias strongly. The topweight indicates potential, but data gaps temper confidence; still a solid place chance behind the top pick.
Capdiva benefits hugely from barrier 1 on Wyong's tight 1000m chute start, where inside draws dominate. With no form available, assessment hinges on positioning for the leader bias (33% win rate).
Her good ground record includes a 3rd at 1000m, and 15-day freshness indicates peak fitness. Strong each-way play for place potential.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Daring Fellow | 4 | Andrew Adkins | Michael Freedman | 58.5kg | $2.30 |
| 2nd | 6 | Misty Veil | 3 | Braith Nock | C Maher | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Capdiva | 1 | Rachel King | G Portelli | 56.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 9 | Ivory Frost | 5 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Matthew Smith | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Litigate | 10 | Jay Ford | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 56.5kg | $3.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Vantante | 2 | Jean Van Overmeire | Paul Murray | 56kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Chisholm | 11 | Ashley Morgan | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Harry The Thief | 7 | Will Price | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Top Speed | 9 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Terra Lumina | 8 | J C Coyle | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Rose Of Fenway | 6 | Alysha Collett | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 56kg |
Win rate of 50% on good ground aligns perfectly with today's conditions. In regular racing, it's fitter than first-up rivals like Rhegion. Midfield map in fast tempo favors its closing style over pure leaders at leader-biased Wyong. Slight class rise manageable given recent prizemoney.
Felis Chaus offers solid each-way value with a recent maiden win at Canberra (1300m, good 4) and a close 3rd in bench 64 at Kembla, demonstrating ability to handle class rise. Barrier 5 positions it midfield/on-pace in Wyong's tight turns, benefiting from fast tempo without being a deep backmarker. Weaker than Lightning Glory due to lower strike rates and recent fade, but stronger than lightly raced Arapawa lacking depth.
Good track form (7:1-1-0) fits conditions, and likely leader role suits Wyong's on-pace bias despite barrier 9 in weak outside favouritism. Consistent but low win rate and weight concerns make it third behind Lightning Glory's superior closing form and Felis Chaus's positioning. Value in place if leads, but fast tempo may expose backmarkers like it in deeper runs.
Arapawa is a value play after a strong maiden win at Muswellbrook (1280m, good 4) 12 days ago, beating older horses with barrier 2 draw ideal for Wyong's inside/leader bias in 1350m sprints. Good track record (2:1-0-0) and light 55kg enhance chances in compressed weights.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Bold And Blazen | 9 | Grant Buckley | Peter D Green | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Last Druid | 1 | Reece Jones | T J Bartley | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Lightning Glory | 7 | Shannen Llewellyn | Nathan Doyle | 56.5kg | $2.30 |
| 4th | 7 | Arapawa | 2 | Braith Nock | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Felis Chaus | 5 | Jay Ford | Richard Litt | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 4 | Vin Santo | 6 | Ashley Morgan | Richard & Will Freedman | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Rhegion | 4 | Tom Sherry | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Exothrill | 3 | Chad Lever | Peter D Green | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Aquafire | 8 | Alysha Collett | Sara Ryan | 55kg | $31.00 |
Second up from spell, she's dropping in class and her midfield settling suits Wyong's shape better than pure leaders in this pace-on race. Soft track affinity (1 win from 4) translates well to Good 4, and connections are top-tier.
Good track record is modest but recent form trumps rivals like Mignonette's wet bias.
Mignonette's return to racing yielded a solid 6th, and second up from spell (0-1 record) often sees Waller runners peak. Elite connections outweigh neutral barrier, and her heavy track win (from 3 starts) indicates versatility on Good 4. Solid place chance in deeper field.
Oh Deer arrives with sharp form, including a recent 2nd in Class 1 at Hawkesbury, proving she can handle this level despite the rise from her maiden win. Barrier 4 and 55kg suit a handy trip in Wyong's short straight, and her good track place (from 3 starts) adds appeal on Good 4.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Tulipwood | 3 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Fast Track | 8 | Andrew Adkins | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 58.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Oh Deer | 4 | Mitch Stapleford | Adam Duggan | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 1 | I Am Brave | 2 | Ashley Morgan | Richard & Will Freedman | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 5 | Tango Queen | 5 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Mignonette | 7 | Rachel King | C J Waller | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 7th | 8 | Hard Knock Life | 1 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms R Dunn | 54kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Think I'm Irish | 6 | D Wagstaff | 56kg |
Composed stands out as the form horse in this maiden sprint at Wyong. With only two starts, both at Hawkesbury over 1000m on good tracks, it has shown rapid improvement, placing 2nd last out after a 4th on debut. Barrier 4 allows handy positioning in a fast tempo, and Snowden's stable form bolsters confidence. Despite no wins yet, it's peaking at the right time against lightly raced rivals.
Sequista brings the strongest class credentials, dropping from open and Group 2 company where it placed 3rd and 4th in competitive fields. First up from a 134-day spell, its record reads 2:0-0-1 fresh, suggesting the trainer has it primed. Barrier 3 is ideal for Wyong's tight turns and leader bias, allowing it to settle handy in a fast tempo. While winless, the quality of opposition beaten outweighs Composed's provincial form, though fitness post-spell tempers confidence slightly.
As a debutant, Gloria enters with unknowns but ticks key boxes for Wyong's 1100m maiden. Barrier 2 is a huge plus on this tight, leader-favoring track, allowing an easy run forward. At 55.5kg with Jay Ford aboard, the setup suits a fast tempo where on-pacers thrive. Trainer Kris Waugh has a history of ready debutants, and gear changes indicate targeted preparation. Lacks Composed's proven speed and Sequista's class, but positional edge makes it a solid place chance against unexposed rivals.
Harrythewiz debuts for Ciaron Maher, a trainer with exceptional success rates in maidens, especially first starters. Barrier 5 is workable at Wyong, positioning it midfield in a fast tempo without being caught wide. First-time gear (nose band, tongue tie) targets common debut issues like settling.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Composed | 4 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 11 | Sequista | 3 | Tyler Schiller | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 55.5kg | $1.60 |
| 3rd | 8 | Gloria | 2 | Jay Ford | Ms K Waugh | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Due North | 8 | Andrew Adkins | Michael Freedman | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Opetaia | 6 | Rachel King | Bjorn Baker | 55.5kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Harrythewiz | 5 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Our Lady Peace | 7 | G Portelli | 55.5kg | $7.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | Curado | 10 | Molly Bourke | Matthew Smith | 56kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Stakeholder | 1 | Braith Nock | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Emery | 9 | Ashley Morgan | Nacim Dilmi | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Flying Giselle | 11 | Marc & Mitchell Conners | 55.5kg |
His 3:1-1-0 record at the track and distance, combined with barrier 2, positions him perfectly to lead or sit handy on this leader-biased track.
Barrier 1 allows her to lead on this on-pace track, suiting the very fast tempo. While the class rise and unproven Wyong form temper expectations, her distance prowess and speed make her a solid place chance behind Oceans One.
Super Freds shows consistent recent form, including a win two back and a close second last start, bolstering his place claims. His Wyong record (2:1-0-0) and barrier 3 position him well to track leaders in this sprint.
Cani Cancan offers value in this class drop, with a proven 7:3-0-2 record at 1000m and recent third-placing over the trip.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Bremel | 1 | Tom Sherry | G McFarlane | 57.5kg | $1.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Cani Cancan | 10 | Jean Van Overmeire | Paul Murray | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Oceans One | 2 | Alysha Collett | Sara Ryan | 58.5kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 9 | Super Freds | 3 | Shannen Llewellyn | Jay Hopkins | 52kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Kev's Girl | 4 | L P Beuzelin | Marc Chevalier | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Mr Trackside | 5 | Winona Costin | P M Perry | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Too Darn Lovely | 6 | Rachel King | M & D Kearney | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Victorella | 7 | Ashley Morgan | Ms L Munce | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Executive Decision | 8 | Jess Taylor | Mark Cross | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Princess Cruizer | 9 | Andrew Adkins | P M Perry | 55.5kg |
Superior to rivals lacking recent staying wins here.
With a solid good track record and midfield map in a moderate tempo, it edges others like Dr Evil on recency, though the distance step-up adds minor risk compared to Casino Bear's proven stamina.
Alpine Kandy's Wyong affinity (1 win from 3 at T&D) and barrier 1 position it to lead or sit handy in this moderate-tempo affair, suiting the track's on-pace bias. Blinkers debut could refocus after recent midfield finishes, making it a safer place chance than backmarkers like Seething Seb, though form lags Casino Bear's consistency.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Mediaro | 8 | Reece Jones | Matthew Smith | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Casino Bear | 10 | Shae Wilkes | P Cheers | 61.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 7 | Rhinestone Lad | 4 | Alysha Collett | Ms K Waugh | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 9 | Jimmy Manolo | 9 | Andrew Calder | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Alpine Kandy | 1 | Tom Sherry | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Dr Evil | 2 | Mitch Stapleford | J A Steinmetz | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Think We're There | 7 | Ashley Morgan | J C Deamer | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 10 | Seething Seb | 5 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 53kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Up And Comer | 3 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 53.5kg | $4.00 |
| Scr | 6 | North Terrace | 6 | Mitchell Bell | Edward Cummings | 57.5kg |
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