Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Australian Capital Territory · Sunday 23 November 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Canberra. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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My Greek God brings the strongest recent form into this race with a 2nd placing two starts back and a solid 4th last start at Gosford over 2100m. The moderate tempo should suit his versatile racing pattern, and he appears ready to break through for a win in this company.
His recent 3rd at Nowra over 2200m indicates he's in good form, and the drop back to Class 1 level is significant. While he's only won once from 24 starts, his 6 second placings show he's consistently around the mark. The 2000m distance suits based on his recent runs.
Liyah's Girl is an improving mare who finished a close 2nd over this track and distance two starts back, followed by a solid 5th at Gosford over 2100m. She's lightly raced with just 4 career starts but is showing steady improvement with each run. The 55kg weight is advantageous, and she should be strong at the finish. The wide barrier is a concern, but she typically settles back anyway.
She's previously placed 2nd over 1900m at Leeton, suggesting the 2000m distance won't be an issue. The quick backup indicates fitness, and the light weight of 55kg is advantageous.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Koning | 7 | Dylan Gibbons | Richard & Will Freedman | 59kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 8 | Liyah's Girl | 8 | Jean Van Overmeire | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | My Greek God | 5 | Alysha Collett | Matthew Smith | 59kg | $2.00 |
| 4th | 6 | So Superior | 3 | Molly Bourke | Ms A Turner | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Freud | 2 | John Kissick | Michael Travers | 59kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Juan Pablo | 1 | Richard & Will Freedman | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | One More Bout | 4 | P J Facoory | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Doppio | 6 | Carly Frater | Doug Gorrel | 55kg |
Agent Zero is second-up from a spell after a solid 6th placing at Kembla Grange. The reapplication of blinkers is a positive gear change, and the booking of Jean Van Overmeire suggests connections expect improvement. Barrier 6 gives options in running.
Has been consistent without winning, recording 2 placings from 6 starts including a placing at this distance. His recent form is solid with a 3rd placing two starts back over 1400m. Should get a good run from barrier 8 and will be suited by the likely fast tempo.
First starter from the Archibald stable who appears well-prepared with multiple gear additions including cross-over nose band, ear muffs pre-race, and tongue tie. The engagement of top jockey Dylan Gibbons is significant, and the good barrier draw should allow for a positive position in running. The stable has two other runners in the race suggesting they're targeting this maiden.
The 3yo filly has a placing at this track and gets the benefit of first-time blinkers which should help her focus. The claim from Braith Nock helps offset the wide barrier, and the lightweight of 55.5kg is advantageous. Has upside after just 2 career starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Simply Nutbush | 2 | Shaun Guymer | J M Austin | 59kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 6 | Agent Zero | 6 | Jean Van Overmeire | C Maher | 57.5kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 11 | Medieval Mayhem | 5 | Robyn Freeman | G M Brown | 55.5kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Interim Order | 7 | Angus Villiers | Matthew Smith | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Fierce Impulse | 9 | Molly Bourke | Matthew Smith | 55.5kg | $3.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Easy Time | 12 | Richard Bensley | G P Vella | 59kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 3 | If You Can | 1 | John Kissick | Ben Brisbourne | 59kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 1 | City Gold Field | 8 | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Onoma | 11 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Milly Molly Mandy | 3 | Jeff Penza | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | All Kirked Up | 10 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Tinklejazz | 4 | Dylan Gibbons | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg |
The mare has been a consistent placegetter with 3 thirds from 11 starts and draws perfectly in barrier 1 which should allow her to utilize her tactical speed. Her form is solid and consistent, and she appears ready to break through for a maiden win.
Shuttering comes into this race second-up after a solid 3rd at Queanbeyan over 1200m. The 3yo filly is dropping back significantly in class after competing in Open company earlier in her career. The wide barrier is a concern, but her class edge and second-up improvement pattern make her a genuine contender.
Skibidi showed promise on debut with a 3rd placing at this track and distance 19 days ago. The 3yo gelding draws well in barrier 2 which should allow him to take up a forward position in the run. His experience at this track and distance is a significant advantage in a field where many runners are untested here.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Northlander | 9 | Dylan Gibbons | Richard Litt | 57.5kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 5 | Top Speed | 11 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Pombia | 1 | Molly Bourke | Ms A Turner | 56kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 11 | Shuttering | 10 | Braith Nock | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Miss Immy | 7 | Amy Mc Lucas | J C Coyle | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Skibidi | 2 | Pierre Boudvillain | G P Vella | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 9 | Pancake Pete | 3 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Mountney | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Yindyamarra | 5 | Coriah Keatings | Anthony Warren | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Romantic Tom | 4 | Richard Bensley | D J Rolfe | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Ransaigh Star | 6 | Jean Van Overmeire | S Sampson | 59kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Smart And Mighty | 12 | Ben Brisbourne | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Seventh Sojourn | 8 | Jeff Penza | Anthony Warren | 56kg |
Gatchan comes into this second-up after an eye-catching 2nd when resuming. Her second-up record is solid and she's shown ability on soft tracks. The barrier is a concern but she has tactical versatility and should get a good run with Robyn Freeman aboard.
Her soft track record is solid without winning, and while she's only had two attempts at the mile, she placed in one of them. Dylan Gibbons is a positive jockey booking.
Buenos brings excellent credentials with a 50% win rate and particularly impressive Canberra record (3 wins from 4 starts). Her soft track form is solid and she gets the services of in-form jockey Blaike McDougall. The class rise is offset by her proven ability at this track.
Ziggy Rose represents excellent value with strong recent form including a win two starts back. While she faces a class rise, her light weight (55kg) and proven ability on soft tracks make her an appealing prospect.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Mathrin | 11 | Jessica Brookes | Michael Travers | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Ziggy Rose | 6 | Shaun Guymer | Danielle Seib | 55kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 9 | Petawawa | 9 | Dylan Gibbons | Ms L Longmire | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 10 | Queen Of Deels | 8 | Louise Day | C Maher | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Gatchan | 13 | Robyn Freeman | N F Gardner | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Extravagant Choice | 2 | Caitlin Sinclair | N J Olive | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 13 | Tillman | 10 | Molly Bourke | Greg Stephens | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Devil Rider | 7 | Dale Cole | Danielle Seib | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Ferrari Man | 4 | Jeff Penza | A D Bourke | 59.5kg | $20.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Associate | 5 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 62kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Lennox | 3 | Alysha Collett | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Buenos | 1 | Blaike Mc Dougall | K Dryden & L Snowden | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Eloped | 12 | Geoffrey Crothers | 56.5kg |
Progressive 3YO gelding who won impressively at Corowa last start over this distance. While stepping up significantly in class, he has a perfect record at 1300m and has placed at this track previously. Gets in with a light weight and draws perfectly in barrier 2. The very fast tempo should suit his racing pattern, and he appears to have more upside than most rivals.
Lightly-raced 4YO gelding with a consistent record of 1 win and 2 placings from 6 starts. Draws perfectly in barrier 3 and gets the services of Dylan Gibbons. While stepping up in class, he has shown adaptability to different track conditions and should be suited by the anticipated fast tempo.
Consistent 5YO mare with a strong overall record of 3 wins, 6 seconds and 3 thirds from 17 starts. Drops back in class after unplacing in a Class 3 at Rosehill. The barrier draw is favorable and John Kissick is a positive jockey booking.
5YO gelding with a solid record of 2 wins, 2 seconds and 3 thirds from 11 starts. Has an excellent record at this distance with 1 win, 1 second and 1 third from 3 attempts. Second-up today where he has a record of 0-0-2 from 2 attempts. The gear change to visors and Nick Heywood in the saddle are positives.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Stormbringer | 3 | Dylan Gibbons | Matthew Dale | 60.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Rileycat | 6 | Louise Day | Pat Murphy | 57.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 9 | Neeson | 2 | Shaun Guymer | Danielle Seib | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 10 | Breakaway Week | 10 | Teaghan Martin | G G Kirkup | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 15 | Party It Down | 15 | Molly Bourke | P J Facoory | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Cossack Warrior | 4 | Nick Heywood | Luke Pepper | 61kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Dolly | 5 | John Kissick | S Spackman | 62.5kg | $4.40 |
| 8th | 2 | Kahawaty | 7 | Jessica Brookes | Michael Travers | 61kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Anthracia | 14 | Coriah Keatings | P J Facoory | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Xceptional Fella | 9 | Jack Baker | Matthew Kelley | 60.5kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Missile Leader | 8 | K Dryden & L Snowden | 63.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Hello Jack | 1 | Cindy Pearson | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | You're On Mute | 13 | Geoffrey Crothers | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Holy Hell | 12 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Go Commando | 11 | Danielle Seib | 57kg |
Has a perfect barrier draw (4) which should allow him to settle midfield and finish strongly with the fast tempo predicted. His Canberra record (6:0-1-3) shows he handles the track well, and he's versatile enough to adapt to race conditions. The class rise is offset by his consistent performances.
Her overall record (20:5-2-4) demonstrates consistency, and she's been racing well with placings in competitive fields. The wide barrier is a concern, but with the predicted fast tempo, she should be able to find a position midfield and finish strongly.
Her Canberra record (8:2-1-1) is a significant advantage, showing she handles this track well. The barrier draw is midfield, which should allow her to find a position and finish strongly with the fast tempo. Her good track record (8:3-0-1) suggests she'll handle conditions, and her consistency makes her a solid each-way prospect.
His second-up record (4:3-1-0) is particularly noteworthy, suggesting he'll improve from his solid 3rd placing last start. The wide barrier is a concern, but with his tactical speed and the predicted fast tempo, he should be able to find a position.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | My Last Hooray | 4 | Alysha Collett | F S Cleary | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 2 | Kimberley Secrets | 15 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 59.5kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 8 | Mighty Myrtle | 9 | Blaike Mc Dougall | K Dryden & L Snowden | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Zulfiqar | 8 | Dylan Gibbons | Richard Litt | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Keikoku | 1 | Jack Martin | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Daze Off | 2 | Jean Van Overmeire | Doug Gorrel | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Vella Fox | 14 | Pierre Boudvillain | G P Vella | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 14 | Stupendo | 3 | Louise Day | Matthew Kelley | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Sutton Vella | 10 | Jeff Penza | G P Vella | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Destructive Diva | 11 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | N F Gardner | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Vindication | 12 | L P Beuzelin | Fabio Martino | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 12th | 15 | Tidal Rush | 5 | Jack Baker | Luke Pepper | 53kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 1 | The Prodigal Son | 7 | Jason Lyon | C D Widdison | 65kg | |
| Scr | 4 | President | 6 | Amy Mc Lucas | J C Coyle | 56kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Urafiki | 13 | Shaun Guymer | Danielle Seib | 55kg |
Her record at 1400m is excellent (4: 2-0-0), and she's proven adaptable across all track conditions.
Mayfair brings strong Group-level form, including a recent Group 3 placing. While he's only won once from 12 starts, his place record is excellent (4 seconds, 2 thirds), suggesting he'll be right in the finish. The good barrier and Rachel King's booking are additional positives.
Sir Artie brings a strong record at 1400m (7: 3-2-0) and an impressive overall win rate. While he's stepping up in class and his recent form has been mixed, his proven ability to win races makes him a genuine contender.
With an excellent record at 1400m (19: 5-5-1) and previous experience at Canberra, he's well-placed to run a big race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Kintyre | 15 | Dylan Gibbons | G Portelli | 54.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Mickey's Medal | 5 | Shaun Guymer | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Suparazi | 4 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Ben Brisbourne | 55.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Green Shadows | 3 | Alysha Collett | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 54kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Mayfair | 6 | Rachel King | Bjorn Baker | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 10 | Super Helpful | 13 | Jeff Penza | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Good Prize | 16 | G P Vella | 54kg | $19.00 | |
| 8th | 12 | Fangela | 10 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | K Dryden & L Snowden | 54kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Snitzanova | 2 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 54.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Sir Artie | 1 | Braith Nock | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Ticklebelly | 12 | Pierre Boudvillain | Scott Collings | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Coastwatch | 14 | Nick Heywood | Richard & Will Freedman | 59kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Victoria Road | 8 | Jean Van Overmeire | C Maher | 62kg | |
| Scr | 14 | How's It Kev | 9 | Ms A Smith | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Associate | 7 | Danielle Seib | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Gatchan | 11 | N F Gardner | 54kg |
Runranirun brings strong credentials first-up from a spell with an impressive record when fresh (1-1-0 from 2 starts). The Matthew Smith-trained mare has been consistent with placings in 43% of starts and gets the services of in-form jockey Dylan Gibbons. Well-weighted with 55kg and should be ready to fire fresh.
Stern Looks brings an impressive record of 1 win and 1 second from just 2 career starts. While facing a significant class rise from maiden grade, this Pat Murphy-trained gelding is on an upward trajectory and has shown effectiveness on Good tracks.
Our Little Star resumes from a spell with a strong first-up record (0-1-2 from 4 starts). This consistent mare has placed in 53% of her starts and draws perfectly in barrier 3. The Olive-trained mare gets the services of quality jockey Alysha Collett and should be ready to run well fresh.
While facing a significant class rise, this gelding has experience at Canberra (0-1-1 from 5 starts) and a solid record at the distance (1-1-2 from 6 starts).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Runranirun | 9 | Dylan Gibbons | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 11 | Our Little Star | 3 | Alysha Collett | N J Olive | 55kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 8 | Stern Looks | 12 | Louise Day | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Abstruse | 7 | Jack Martin | Natalie Jarvis | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Magic Speed | 5 | Coriah Keatings | P J Facoory | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Shaft Attack | 11 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | L T Hodgson | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Twin Telepathy | 2 | Nick Heywood | J M Cleary | 59kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Baggage Handler | 4 | Jason Lyon | C D Widdison | 59kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Oryx | 10 | Jean Van Overmeire | Richard Litt | 59kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Drama Dodger | 1 | Teaghan Martin | G G Kirkup | 55kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Soho Sushi | 6 | Pierre Boudvillain | Pat Murphy | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Super Zippi | 8 | Shaun Guymer | J M Austin | 57kg |
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