Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Monday 1 December 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Sapphire Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Falcon Gold brings the strongest form credentials into this race with a recent 2nd placing at Gundagai. Second-up today after a solid first-up run, he should be at peak fitness and the significant class drop from previous races is a major positive. Looks well-placed to break through for a maiden win.
The perfect barrier draw (1) is significant at this track where inside barriers are advantageous. The addition of a tongue tie first-up suggests connections are ensuring she's ready to perform.
The addition of ear muffs suggests connections are looking to help her settle better, which could lead to improvement. Well-drawn in barrier 5 and with natural improvement expected second-up, she looks capable of figuring in the finish for trainer Matthew Dale.
Chillero represents good value as an unraced runner drawn to get all the favors from barrier 3. In a race where inside barriers are advantageous and the tempo is likely to be fast, his forward position could prove crucial. Trainer Todd Smart is capable with first starters, and the booking of experienced jockey John Kissick is a positive sign.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Voltage Lass | 1 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 55.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 2 | Falcon Gold | 6 | Jack Martin | N J Osborne | 57.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Dawn On Me | 2 | Claire Ramsbotham | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Chillero | 3 | John Kissick | Todd Smart | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Smolenski | 4 | Shaun Guymer | Scott Collings | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 8 | This Ain't Texas | 5 | Olivia Chambers | Matthew Dale | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 4 | Reveillon | 9 | Amy Mc Lucas | Michael Gatty | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Salient | 7 | Nick Heywood | Jamie Stewart | 57kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Spice Alley | 8 | Caitlin Sinclair | Rob Potter | 54kg |
Hellinda brings the strongest recent form into this race, winning last start at Gundagai over 1180m. While stepping up in class, the 5yo gelding has a solid record of 4 wins from 27 starts and performs well on soft tracks with 2 wins from 9 attempts.
The 5yo mare has been a model of consistency with 2 wins and 3 seconds from 18 starts, including 2 wins from 6 attempts at this distance. While stepping up in class and drawn wide, her strong finishing ability should be suited by the likely fast tempo.
Flip The Switch comes off a win at Swan Hill just 8 days ago and has strong recent form. While stepping up slightly in class, her consistent record of 5 wins from 30 starts and ability to run on strongly should be suited by the likely fast tempo.
While carrying top weight, she's dropping in class and has proven ability on soft tracks with 2 wins from 12 starts. Maps to be on speed which should suit.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Flip The Switch | 2 | Melea Castle | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 57.5kg | $2.10 |
| 2nd | 4 | Hellinda | 3 | Dale Cole | Danielle Seib | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 3rd | 1 | Princess Halo | 5 | Claire Ramsbotham | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 61kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Arctic Desert | 6 | John Kissick | J Rolfe | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 2 | King Charles | 9 | Pierre Boudvillain | Anthony Mountney | 62kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Noctua | 8 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Natalie Jarvis | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Walk Up Start | 7 | Coriah Keatings | M D Kelley | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Gorush Lightning | 4 | Deep Shanker | Michael Gatty | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Destructive Diva | 1 | N F Gardner | 61.5kg |
Lady Yarrow brings the strongest and most consistent form to this race with 4 seconds and 2 thirds from 9 starts. Her recent form is excellent with a narrow second last start at Kembla Grange over 1500m. The predicted fast tempo should suit her running style, and she has experience on soft tracks.
Rose Diamond brings excellent consistency with 4 seconds and 3 thirds from 9 starts. She returned with a good second at Nowra over 1200m two weeks ago and should be improved second-up. She has a good record at this distance with 2 starts for 2 thirds and has shown she handles soft tracks with 3 soft track starts for 3 thirds. The barrier is a slight concern but she should get a good run.
She has shown ability with a second and third from 6 starts and handles soft tracks with 4 soft track starts for 1 third. While unproven at 1400m, her racing pattern suggests the distance should suit, and the inside draw gives her every chance to run well.
He's second-up from a spell with a good second-up record and has strong wet track credentials with 1 soft track start for 1 second and 3 heavy track starts for 1 third. The fast tempo should suit his running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Lady Yarrow | 11 | Jess Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 57kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 3 | Strassman | 6 | John Kissick | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Argantorati | 1 | Shaun Guymer | Joseph Ible | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Rose Diamond | 9 | Coriah Keatings | Matthew Kelley | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 4 | The Bus | 12 | Nick Heywood | Luke Pepper | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Ain't Seen Mars | 8 | Pierre Boudvillain | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Macho Grande | 5 | Jack Martin | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Maristela | 4 | Melea Castle | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Revoke | 7 | Olivia Chambers | Michael Gatty | 59kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Lost In The Echo | 2 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Taylah Hill | 59kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Go Go Margo | 10 | Teaghan Martin | Taylah Hill | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Alamagan | 3 | Joseph Ible | 57.5kg |
Cosmic Ride brings strong credentials dropping back from higher class races where she's been competitive. Her soft track record is excellent with 3 starts yielding 1 win and 2 seconds. The class drop is significant and should see her very competitive at this level.
Johntialjo brings excellent credentials with a strong record at both the track (1-1-0 from 3 starts) and on soft going (1-2-1 from 5 starts). While first-up from a spell, his overall record shows consistency with 6 placings from 10 starts. The gelding is rising in class but has shown progressive form and should be suited by the likely fast tempo from a good barrier.
Bombelleistic brings strong credentials as a first-up specialist (1 win from 2 starts) and has proven ability on soft tracks (1-0-1 from 4 starts). The gelding has a consistent overall record and should take up a forward position from barrier 2. The main concern is the top weight of 61.5kg which could tell late if the tempo is genuinely fast.
The lightweight and likely fast tempo should suit her finishing style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Bombelleistic | 2 | Pierre Boudvillain | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 61.5kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 7 | Johntialjo | 5 | John Kissick | Jamie Stewart | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 11 | Go Gazza | 3 | Amy Mc Lucas | Cindy Pearson | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Too Darn Sassy | 4 | Robyn Freeman | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Spiele | 12 | Adrian Layt | Ms L Bundy | 60.5kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Fire And Gemstone | 10 | Jessica Brookes | C Hensler | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Rasloc | 8 | Michael Heagney | Ms M Hopkins | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Cosmic Ride | 13 | Jack Baker | Luke Pepper | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 9th | 13 | Togoodtobeacod | 6 | Coriah Keatings | Scott Jamieson | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Magic Shot | 1 | Jack Martin | Todd Smart | 61kg | $8.50 |
| 11th | 12 | Vivek | 7 | Deep Shanker | Michael Gatty | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Ken'ker | 9 | Richard Bensley | Rob Potter | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Big Time Charlie | 11 | Nick Heywood | Luke Pepper | 57.5kg |
Well-drawn in barrier 3 with a versatile racing pattern that should suit the expected fast tempo. The 58kg is manageable and John Kissick is a strong booking.
Sebastian's Flyer brings excellent course form with 1 win and 4 placings from 8 starts at Sapphire Coast. His recent form has been consistent with a 3rd placing last start over 2000m at Queanbeyan. Well-weighted with 56.5kg and gets the services of quality jockey Jess Taylor. His track experience and consistency make him a solid each-way chance.
Flashy Icon brings solid recent form with a 3rd placing last start at Nowra over the mile. Has been racing consistently with 2 wins and 6 placings from 16 starts. The weight is a concern but his consistency makes him a genuine place chance.
His recent form has been consistent with a 3rd placing last start at Canberra.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Hard To Go Wrong | 12 | Shaun Guymer | Ms R Kelly | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Midnight Affair | 3 | John Kissick | N J Olive | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 14 | Never Lose Faith | 8 | Amy Mc Lucas | Ms L Bundy | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Sebastian's Flyer | 7 | Jess Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Breakaway Week | 2 | Teaghan Martin | G G Kirkup | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Ken'ker | 5 | Richard Bensley | Rob Potter | 60.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Nagadec | 11 | Pierre Boudvillain | Mark Gee | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 12 | Beograd Boy | 1 | Michael Heagney | J Rolfe | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Ana Carolina | 10 | Claire Ramsbotham | Matthew Kelley | 60.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Special Prophet | 13 | Nick Heywood | Ms M Hopkins | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Flashy Icon | 6 | Rob Potter | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Miss Defy | 14 | Luke Pepper | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Evokes | 4 | Adrian Layt | Aaron Clarke | 56kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Go Gazza | 9 | Cindy Pearson | 55kg |
Drawn perfectly in barrier 1 which should be advantageous at Sapphire Coast. With a fast tempo predicted, she can settle midfield and use her strong finishing burst.
Four-year-old mare with consistent form, placing in 3 of her 5 starts. The removal of ear muffs could help her focus better in the finish. Has shown ability to perform well at this track with a third placing previously. Recent run suggests she's fit and ready.
Five-year-old gelding resuming from a spell with consistent form, having placed second in 2 of his 5 starts. Has experience on soft tracks with a placing. Drawn well in barrier 2 which should be advantageous at Sapphire Coast.
Has placed at Sapphire Coast previously and performs well on soft tracks with 2 placings from 5 starts. Gets in with just 54.5kg and has Claire Ramsbotham aboard.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Casino Shaw | 4 | Amy Mc Lucas | S W Coady | 55.5kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Mctominay | 2 | John Kissick | Luke Pepper | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 14 | Hussy La Vista | 7 | Jess Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Empress Irene | 1 | Coriah Keatings | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 55kg | $3.70 |
| 5th | 8 | Kneel Down | 9 | Claire Ramsbotham | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Brass Monkeys | 5 | Nick Heywood | Scott Collings | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Setta Icon | 10 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Mountney | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 9 | Star Of Kyeema | 11 | Pierre Boudvillain | Ms T Bateup | 56kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 10 | You Count | 3 | Jack Martin | Jamie Stewart | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Assertive Sway | 13 | Shaun Guymer | Ms R Kelly | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Flying Gabbi | 12 | Ms T Bateup | 56kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 3 | Ponyboy | 8 | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Lovehunter | 14 | Luke Pepper | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Harlem Tickle | 6 | Dale Cole | Scott Collings | 53kg |
Lightly-raced filly with exceptional talent dropping significantly in class after racing in metropolitan company. The step up to 1200m looks ideal for her racing pattern, and she appears to have considerable upside.
The wide barrier is a concern, but her racing pattern suggests she can overcome it with her strong finishing burst.
Consistent mare who has placed in all three second-up attempts. Her versatile racing pattern should allow her to settle midfield from a good barrier and finish strongly. While she doesn't win often, her consistency and second-up record make her a strong place chance.
Mare who comes into this off an impressive last-start win at Nowra.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Jazz All Knight | 8 | Claire Ramsbotham | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Burrowa | 1 | Jack Martin | Rob Potter | 60.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 13 | Alpinova | 6 | Melea Castle | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 14 | Ciao Bella Mia | 16 | Adrian Layt | Anthony Mountney | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 9 | Friskee Frog | 9 | Dale Cole | N J Osborne | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Alesund | 5 | Shaun Guymer | Ms R Kelly | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 16 | Sunrise Ridge | 3 | Amy Mc Lucas | G Backhouse | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 12 | Kickamushu | 11 | Coriah Keatings | Ms T Bateup | 56.5kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 18 | Papaver Miner | 4 | Caitlin Sinclair | J W Van Duren | 52kg | $71.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Kool Bird | 12 | Pierre Boudvillain | Mark Gee | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Brooklyn Lights | 17 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Warren | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 12th | 17 | Aspired | 14 | Mark Gee | 55kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 1 | I Am Mamwaazel | 2 | J Rolfe | 63.5kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Swift Gun | 15 | Danielle Seib | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Nights Inferno | 13 | Jess Taylor | Ms T Bateup | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Sontay | 7 | Nick Heywood | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Hell Of A Show | 10 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Ms J Hoy | 58kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Wauchope | 18 | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 57.5kg |
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