Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Saturday 29 November 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 10 races at Caulfield. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Last start winner at this track and distance who brings strong international form and proven wet track ability. The Nathaniel gelding has adapted well to Australian racing with 2 wins from his last 3 starts. Maps well from barrier 10 and the soft conditions suit perfectly.
Kingman gelding drops in class after racing in stronger company. His 3rd at this track and distance in May reads well for this and Mark Zahra's booking is a positive sign.
Ran a strong 2nd to Black Run last start and meets that rival 3kg better at the weights. Won at this distance two starts back and maps to get a similar run from barrier 8. The class rise is a concern but he's racing consistently.
Last start winner who gets in very well at the weights with just 50kg. His soft track form is solid and he's proven at the distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Black Run | 10 | Ryan Houston | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 4 | Ziryab | 5 | Mark Zahra | C Maher | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Tikemyson | 8 | Harry Coffey | Symon Wilde | 55kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 10 | Shultzy | 2 | Liam Riordan | Pat Cannon | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Diwali | 3 | Jackson Radley | Gavin Bedggood | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Lodbrok | 6 | Logan Bates | C Maher | 53.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Genrichero | 7 | Rose Hammond | M M Laurie | 50kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Taramansour | 9 | Hannah Edgley | P Stokes | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Wonder Kid | 1 | Ethan Brown | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Rich Champagne | 11 | Declan Bates | Andrew Bobbin | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Gates | 4 | Luke Nolen | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 54kg |
While inexperienced, her debut performance suggests she has the class to compete at this level.
Barrier 4 allows tactical flexibility in what shapes as a fast-run race.
Chris Maher runner from an ideal barrier 8 which historically performs well at Caulfield 1000m. The draw allows her to find a good position early.
The class drop and proven black-type form make her an each-way value proposition despite the wide draw.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Eternal Warrior | 13 | Zac Spain | Lloyd Kennewell | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Stretan Ruler | 12 | Lachlan Neindorf | P Stokes | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Alibaba | 4 | Craig Williams | K & K Keys | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Free Flying | 2 | Michael Dee | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Morning Whisper | 8 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Luna Vega | 10 | Linda Meech | T Busuttin & N Young | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 12 | Simply Steffi | 6 | Ben Melham | C W McDonald | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 8 | Forbidden Desire | 11 | Luke Cartwright | Lloyd Kennewell | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Shinsiena | 9 | Declan Bates | Mark & Levi Kavanagh | 56kg | $71.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Almost An Angel | 7 | Luke Nolen | R D Griffiths | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 11th | 9 | Ivy | 1 | Harry Coffey | Jason Warren | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Assisi | 5 | Eoin Walsh | Matthew Cumani | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 13 | Tears Of Happiness | 3 | Beau Mertens | C W McDonald | 56kg | $31.00 |
Progressive 4yo who ran an excellent race last start when 2nd at this track over 1700m. Maps well from barrier 11 and Ben Melham's retention is a positive.
Last start winner at this track who maps ideally from barrier 4. Second up from spell with good record at this stage of preparation. The rise in weight is a concern but has strong soft track credentials and the Stokes stable is in excellent form.
Consistent mare who ran well last start when 2nd at Flemington. Gets in well at the weights with only 55kg and the booking of Craig Williams is significant. The inside barrier poses some challenges but she has the class to overcome it.
Import with strong wet track credentials including a last start 4th at Flemington in stronger grade. Maps to get back from wide draw which could suit if the tempo is genuine.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Opening Address | 8 | Luke Cartwright | Liam Howley | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Sigiriya Rock | 11 | Ben Melham | C J Waller | 58.5kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 15 | Full Hao | 1 | Craig Williams | C J Waller | 55kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 1 | Skippers Canyon | 4 | Logan Bates | P Stokes | 59.5kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Junebug | 2 | Beau Mertens | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Maktoob | 5 | Harry Coffey | Simon Zahra | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Seven's | 12 | Ryan Houston | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Angland | 9 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 60.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Dictionary | 3 | Sheridan Clarke | J F Moloney | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Entrusting | 6 | Michael Dee | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Chakado | 7 | Thomas Stockdale | P Stokes | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Shiny New Deel | 14 | John Allen | Gavin Bedggood | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Savilla | 10 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Enchanted Jenni | 13 | Declan Bates | Lucy Yeomans | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Scintillante | 15 | Ethan Brown | C I Brown | 56.5kg |
From barrier 1, she can control the tempo.
Chergui brings winning form and crucial soft track experience (1-1-0). His Listed 2nd at Moonee Valley shows he can compete at this level. The Hayes stable adds winkers suggesting improvement expected, while Mark Zahra's booking is significant.
Her Heavy 8 track win shows adaptability to conditions, crucial for today's Soft 5. The McEvoy stable has placed her perfectly and the retention of Harry Coffey suggests confidence. Limited experience but significant upside potential.
The inside draw allows Michael Dee options in a race likely to have genuine tempo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Motorsports | 8 | Harry Coffey | T & C McEvoy | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Recuperato | 9 | Declan Bates | Peter Gelagotis | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Regeneration | 6 | Lachlan Neindorf | A & S Freedman | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Romantic Miss | 2 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Chicago Blues | 10 | Ethan Brown | Jason Warren | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Angel In Black | 3 | Zac Spain | Charlotte Littlefield | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Naifah | 1 | Beau Mertens | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Caffettiera | 5 | Craig Williams | A & S Freedman | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Hi Val | 4 | Michael Dee | C Maher | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Chergui | 7 | Mark Zahra | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | $5.50 |
Progressive 3yo gelding coming off impressive Listed win at Flemington. The step up to 2000m suits his pedigree and racing pattern. While this is a significant class rise, his upward trajectory and engagement of Mark Zahra suggests connections believe he's ready for this level.
Experienced Group performer who ran 3rd in the Group 1 JJ Atkins earlier this year. While recent form has been moderate, the booking of Craig Williams and excellent wet track record make him a serious player. The inside barrier at Caulfield suits his on-pace racing style, and the step up in distance could unlock improvement.
His Caulfield win earlier this year shows track affinity, and the Maher stable rarely misses with their better horses.
His soft track record is impressive and the step up to 2000m should suit. The wide barrier is a concern at Caulfield but represents each-way value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Different Gravy | 5 | Mark Zahra | Henry Dwyer | 58.5kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Brave Danza | 11 | Michael Dee | Matthew Cumani | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Snitz Sonic | 12 | Harry Coffey | Jason Warren | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Gold Topaz | 4 | John Allen | Mitchell Freedman | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Za Za Best | 1 | Linda Meech | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Call Da Vinci | 2 | Craig Williams | S B Laming | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Kaleo | 7 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Halemo | 3 | Ben Melham | D T O'Brien | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Zentorno | 6 | Billy Egan | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Flight Sergeant | 10 | Jordan Childs | D T O'Brien | 57kg | $201.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Western Legend | 8 | Carleen Hefel | Brittany Raymond | 57kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Zorb | 9 | Zac Spain | Archie Alexander | 57kg |
Her Listed placing at Eagle Farm shows she can compete at this level, and barrier 3 is ideal for Caulfield's tight turns.
Showed she belongs at this level with an excellent second in the Group 3 Quezette Stakes last start. Her soft track win at Wyong and heavy track second demonstrate wet track ability crucial for today. The class drop to Listed level and proven Caulfield form make her a strong winning chance despite the weight.
While she lacks soft track form, her heavy track win suggests she can handle rain-affected going. The inside barrier is typically a negative but may suit if the track plays fairly.
This lightly-raced filly represents speculative value given her perfect record and the Walker stable's prowess with developing talent. The addition of a stallion chain suggests they're addressing a minor issue, potentially unlocking improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Ruska Roma | 1 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Jenni Gone Bonkers | 3 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 56kg | $1.55 |
| 3rd | 8 | Lyrics 'n' Song | 8 | Michael Dee | M W Walker | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Kujenga | 6 | Mark Zahra | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Sketch | 2 | Craig Williams | A & S Freedman | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Queen Of The Surf | 5 | Ryan Houston | Simon Zahra | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Davida | 4 | Ben Melham | D T O'Brien | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Hey Jessie | 9 | Ben Allen | Dominic Sutton | 56kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 4 | La Reine | 7 | Lachlan Neindorf | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 56kg |
Consistent performer who ran 3rd in Listed grade last start. His soft track record is excellent and the drop back to 1800m should suit. Mark Zahra's booking is a positive and from barrier 8 he can settle midfield.
Experienced galloper finding form with runner-up effort in Listed grade last start. However, his soft track record is a concern and he's yet to win at 1800m. The class drop helps but conditions are against him.
Progressive 6yo coming off impressive Listed win at Flemington. Maps ideally from barrier 7 to get cover midfield and should be strong late.
Last start Group 3 winner at this track who gets in well at the weights. While her soft track record is poor, she showed last start she can handle give in the ground.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Casino Seventeen | 1 | Billy Egan | Gavin Bedggood | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Rumbled Again | 10 | Craig Williams | Michael Trotter | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Ocean Beyond | 5 | Harry Coffey | Simon Ryan | 54kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Detonator Jack | 6 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 5 | Poison Chalice | 8 | Mark Zahra | P A Preusker | 56kg | $2.25 |
| 6th | 4 | Monbaher | 3 | Michael Dee | Matthew Cumani | 56kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Kingswood | 7 | John Allen | Gavin Bedggood | 60kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Fortune | 4 | Beau Mertens | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Jenni's Meadow | 9 | Declan Bates | M W Walker | 54kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Precious Charm | 2 | Lachlan Neindorf | Symon Wilde | 54kg |
This rising 5yo mare boasts an exceptional 10-start career with 6 wins and 4 seconds. While stepping up in class and distance, her perfect record, weight advantage, and proven wet-track ability make her the standout winning chance.
This consistent 6yo mare brings strong credentials with 5 wins from 13 starts. She ran third in the Group 2 Matriarch Stakes last start and has won at today's 2400m distance. Her weight advantage and proven soft track ability make her a genuine threat despite the class rise.
This seasoned 7yo brings Group 1 winning form and was competitive in the Melbourne Cup. The wide draw and top weight are concerns but he maps to get a good run from barrier 9.
His strong soft track record and the addition of blinkers for the first time could see improvement. From barrier 8, he maps to get the perfect midfield run in what shapes as a genuinely-run race.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | She's A Hustler | 3 | Jordan Childs | G M Begg | 57kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 1 | Light Infantry Man | 9 | Ethan Brown | C Maher | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 8 | Etna Rosso | 8 | Michael Dee | C J Waller | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Alenquer | 12 | Ben Allen | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Kovalica | 5 | Beau Mertens | C J Waller | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Alalcance | 4 | Craig Williams | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57kg | $4.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Smokin' Romans | 14 | Ben Melham | C Maher | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Brayden Star | 2 | John Allen | T Busuttin & N Young | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Star Vega | 13 | Lachlan Neindorf | A & S Freedman | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Interpretation | 1 | Teodore Nugent | C Maher | 59kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Garachico | 6 | Billy Egan | Dominic Sutton | 59kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Berkshire Breeze | 7 | Mark Zahra | C Maher | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 13th | 5 | Hezashocka | 11 | Harry Coffey | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Strawberry Rock | 10 | Declan Bates | C Maher | 59kg |
Mare in career-best form following excellent second in Group 3 Summoned Stakes. Has won at this track/distance and thrives on soft tracks. Maps to get ideal midfield run in fast tempo and Craig Williams knows her well.
Progressive gelding coming off impressive heavy track win at Flemington.
Last start course/distance winner in Listed grade stepping up to stronger company. Has good first-up stats but soft track record is concerning. Inside barrier helps but faces tougher opposition here. Each-way claims if track doesn't deteriorate further.
Consistent gelding with excellent wet track credentials and strong first-up record. Recent second in Listed grade at Flemington shows he's competitive at this level. Barrier 5 ideal and Tom Madden knows him well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Aviatress | 10 | Craig Williams | R & C Jolly | 56kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Boston Rocks | 3 | Michael Dee | Matthew Dale | 55.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 8 | Prairie Flower | 11 | Lachlan Neindorf | Will Clarken | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Lim's Kosciuszko | 12 | Luke Nolen | D Meagher | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Grand Larceny | 6 | Beau Mertens | M, W & J Hawkes | 54kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Photograph | 4 | Harry Coffey | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 54kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Marble Nine | 9 | Liam Riordan | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Buenos Noches | 7 | John Allen | C Maher | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Bellatrix Star | 1 | Mark Zahra | M W Walker | 60kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Major Share | 5 | Tom Madden | Adam Chambers | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Vestas | 2 | Ben Melham | C W McDonald | 54kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Perilous Fighter | 8 | Luke Cartwright | Clayton Douglas | 54kg |
Persian Spirit arrives in peak form after an impressive last-start win at Flemington. His soft track credentials are strong with a 20% win rate and 60% place rate on rain-affected going. The 1400m distance suits perfectly and he maps to get a good run from barrier 4.
Big Swinger is a progressive type with an exceptional 57% win rate. Second-up from a spell where he ran third in Listed grade, he fits the profile of an improver. His soft track record is perfect (2 from 2) and he gets Ben Allen who knows him well. The class rise is a query but his upward trajectory suggests he can measure up.
Here To Shock brings Group 1 winning form and a strong Caulfield record to this easier assignment. His soft track record is excellent and the inside barrier with Zahra aboard is ideal for Caulfield's tight turns. While his recent form has been moderate, the drop in class from Group races makes him a major player.
Run Harry Run represents excellent value after his dominant last-start win at Ararat. While that was country class, his overall form suggests he's ready for this rise in grade. The Hayes stable rarely has them wrong when stepping up in class, and from barrier 8 he should get the perfect run.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Here To Shock | 2 | Mark Zahra | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 60kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 13 | Persian Spirit | 4 | Harry Coffey | Symon Wilde | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 14 | Big Swinger | 7 | Ben Allen | Charlotte Littlefield | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 4 | Catoggio | 9 | Jordan Childs | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Hughes | 15 | Logan Bates | Gavin Bedggood | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Magnaspin | 5 | Lachlan Neindorf | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Craig | 6 | Craig Williams | T Busuttin & N Young | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Amenable | 3 | Ben Melham | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Royal Insignia | 1 | Michael Dee | G M Begg | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Windstorm | 11 | John Allen | Gavin Bedggood | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Sghirripa | 10 | Billy Egan | Shane & Cassie Oxlade | 57kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Stay Focused | 14 | Thomas Stockdale | P Stokes | 58kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Golden Monkey | 13 | T Fitzsimmons | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Run Harry Run | 8 | Ethan Brown | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Proved | 12 | Carleen Hefel | E Jusufovic | 56.5kg |
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