Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Thursday 4 December 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 6 races at Gosford. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Her two second placings at similar distances show she has the ability to handle this trip, and she maps to settle midfield with cover from barrier 3. The fast tempo should suit her running style, and the removal of blinkers may help her settle better over this distance.
Velia brings solid form credentials as a consistent placegetter with two seconds from five starts. Second-up today after a solid fourth at Kembla Grange, she has a good record on Good tracks and has placed at this distance previously. Maps to be on-pace which should suit given the track bias favors on-pace runners. The main concern is she's yet to break through for a win.
Babyfaced Assassin brings some strong recent form with a narrow second two starts back over 1600m. The main concerns are his inconsistent overall record and wide barrier draw.
Torrey Pines is the clear value runner despite his poor overall record. The fast tempo should suit his running style, and he gets a 3kg claim from apprentice Siena Grima.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | O Cara Mia | 3 | Donovan Dillon | Edward Cummings | 57.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Velia | 4 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 4 | Dashing Double | 1 | Winona Costin | T Wong | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Sachi | 2 | Deanne Panya | R S Englebrecht | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Flying Grey | 7 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Babyfaced Assassin | 8 | Ashley Morgan | G Portelli | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Torrey Pines | 5 | Siena Grima | Ms K Outtrim | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Honeyhill | 6 | Jay Ford | Ms K Buchanan | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
The Michael Freedman-trained gelding draws perfectly in barrier 2 and gets the services of top jockey Tommy Berry.
Diacon comes off a maiden win at this track over 1100m just 12 days ago, showing good progression from her debut run. The Bjorn Baker-trained filly gets in with just 55.5kg and draws well in barrier 4. Tim Clark is a positive jockey booking.
The Craig Carmody-trained mare has experience at this track and distance with a placing, and drops significantly in class here. While her win strike rate is modest, her consistency and proven ability make her a genuine place chance, especially if the tempo is strong as expected.
The Claire Lever-trained gelding is second-up from a spell with scope for improvement, and has a win from two starts on heavy tracks if conditions deteriorate.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Jamais | 7 | Winona Costin | Craig Carmody | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Diacon | 4 | Tim Clark | Bjorn Baker | 55.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 5 | Daring Fellow | 2 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 57kg | $1.45 |
| 4th | 2 | Wizards | 6 | Lee Magorrian | Sara Ryan | 59.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Yes Siree | 1 | Adam Hyeronimus | Claire Lever | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Dufresne | 3 | Deon Le Roux | J & G Lee | 60kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Air Kiss | 5 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms K Gavenlock | 54kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Whispering Rupert | 8 | G McFarlane | 55.5kg |
His inside draw is perfect for his front-running style, and he boasts a strong record at Gosford (3: 1-1-1). The 7yo gelding has been racing consistently with a win and two placings from his last three starts, suggesting he's in career-best form.
Detendu brings consistent recent form with placings in his last two starts. While carrying top weight is a concern, he's proven capable at this level and has a solid record on Good tracks. Tommy Berry is a significant jockey booking, but the horse may find himself caught in a speed battle given the expected fast tempo. His consistency makes him a genuine place chance.
Sunday Tycoon was disappointing last start but has shown ability at this track with a good record at Gosford. His second placing two starts back at this track and distance suggests he can bounce back. The advantageous barrier 3 draw should allow him to settle on-pace, and his fitness is assured having raced just 12 days ago. The class rise is a concern.
While his overall record is poor and he's rising in class, his recent runs suggest improvement. The booking of experienced jockey Grant Buckley and lightweight of 55kg are positives.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Detendu | 5 | Tommy Berry | David Pfieffer | 61kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Il Passero | 2 | Tom Sherry | Richard Litt | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Sunday Tycoon | 3 | Deanne Panya | C E Conners | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Oceans One | 1 | Siena Grima | Sara Ryan | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Vinniro | 6 | Mitch Stapleford | Angela Davies | 55kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 7 | Stormfield | 7 | Alysha Collett | G Portelli | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 11 | Chicalote | 8 | Grant Buckley | Mick Attard | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Ces Soirees La | 4 | Keagan Latham | Robert Quinn | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Pratt | 10 | Lee Magorrian | M S Minervini | 60.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 9 | La Pelago | 9 | Anna Roper | D Lane | 55kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Bodgie | 11 | P M Perry | 55kg |
Pyrolysis brings the strongest form credentials with two seconds and a third from three career starts. Has proven adaptable across all track conditions and gets the services of top jockey Tommy Berry. The wide barrier is offset by her strong finishing ability in a race with very fast tempo.
Now second-up from a spell with a significant class drop from her previous campaign where she competed in Group 2 company. The inside barrier (5) gives Tyler Schiller options in a race with very fast tempo. Her second-up pattern suggests further improvement today.
Harry's Halo brings rock-solid consistency with three seconds from five starts and a perfect record on Good tracks (3 seconds from 3 starts). The good barrier (3) should allow him to take up a forward position, though the very fast tempo predicted may test his finishing strength.
Now second-up with a significant class drop from previous campaigns where he competed in open company. The Waterhouse & Bott stable typically improves their runners second-up, and the appointment of Adam Hyeronimus suggests connections expect a forward showing. The wider barrier is the main concern.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Sequista | 5 | Tyler Schiller | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 55.5kg | $2.30 |
| 2nd | 12 | Pyrolysis | 15 | Tommy Berry | Bjorn Baker | 55.5kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 9 | Pearler | 12 | Robyn Freeman | G R Nickson | 57kg | $151.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Harry's Halo | 3 | Regan Bayliss | C Maher | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 8 | The Little General | 10 | Adam Hyeronimus | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Cape Douglas | 8 | L P Beuzelin | Marc Chevalier | 55.5kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Take Flight | 6 | Tom Sherry | David Payne | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Farside | 9 | Ashley Morgan | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Resume | 14 | Lee Magorrian | M S Minervini | 57kg | $201.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Kissavos | 7 | Louise Day | R J Quinton | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 16 | Love Goddess | 1 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms K Gavenlock | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 17 | Frida Kay | 2 | Anna Roper | Ms K Gavenlock | 55.5kg | $201.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Escargoes | 4 | Christian Reith | Brad Widdup | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Apollo Ridge | 16 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Due North | 13 | Sam Clipperton | Michael Freedman | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | See See Magic | 11 | Mitchell Bell | Edward Cummings | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Brightburn | 17 | Jay Ford | Ms K Waugh | 55.5kg |
Oryx comes off a strong first-up win at this track over 1000m carrying the same weight. Has an excellent record at Gosford with one win and three seconds from five starts. The inside draw is perfect for his forward running style, and the likely fast tempo should suit as he can take a sit just behind the leaders. Mitchell Bell knows the horse well and should give him every chance.
Inoue has a strong overall record with three wins from ten starts including a win at this track. His recent form has been consistent with a win three starts back at Hawkesbury. Tom Sherry is a positive jockey booking.
Speedy Henry returns from a spell with an excellent fresh record, having won both previous first-up attempts. His overall record of three wins from six starts shows a progressive profile. While this is a significant class rise and his first attempt at Gosford, his winning pattern and ability to perform fresh make him a genuine contender. Reece Jones is a positive jockey booking.
The booking of Tommy Berry is significant, and she gets in with just 55.5kg. While her last start was disappointing, she has shown ability at this distance with a consistent record of one win, one second and one third from eight attempts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Still Alice | 7 | Tommy Berry | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 55.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Inoue | 4 | Tom Sherry | Peter Snowden | 60.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 10 | Queen Bess | 6 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms K Gavenlock | 53.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Speedy Henry | 8 | Reece Jones | R P Northam | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 2 | Zoe Shark | 3 | Regan Bayliss | P M Perry | 60.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Oryx | 1 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 59kg | $2.30 |
| Scr | 3 | Tartaglia | 5 | Tyler Schiller | Paul Snowden | 60kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Pratt | 9 | M S Minervini | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Super Impressive | 10 | Colt Prosser | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Be Quiet | 2 | Alysha Collett | Joseph Pride | 57kg |
Her progressive pattern suggests further improvement, and from barrier 3 she should get an ideal run on the speed. The mare has proven adaptable across conditions and distances, with a 29% win rate overall and strong record on Good tracks.
Murphilly brings winning form at this track and distance, having scored impressively last start at Gosford.
Willie Oppa has the right profile for improvement second-up from a spell, with his only second-up attempt resulting in a win. From barrier 2, Tommy Berry should secure a perfect midfield position with cover.
With a 23% win rate and 31% place rate overall, she has shown enough consistency to warrant consideration, especially with the race setup likely to suit her running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Cloisters | 13 | Sam Clipperton | C J Waller | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Murphilly | 1 | Grant Buckley | Ms K Gavenlock | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Lunar Lover | 8 | Ashley Morgan | Matthew Smith | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Upwardly Mobile | 3 | Reece Jones | R P Northam | 59.5kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 7 | Cigar Man | 6 | Tom Sherry | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 13 | Tip Top Timing | 9 | Alysha Collett | C E Conners | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Liberty Park | 7 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Off The Scale | 4 | Mitch Stapleford | Lou Mary | 55.5kg | $4.00 |
| 9th | 1 | King Of Florida | 5 | Deanne Panya | Bryce Heys | 62kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Jacenza | 11 | R P Northam | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Willie Oppa | 2 | Tommy Berry | C J Waller | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Squeezebox | 10 | Jay Ford | Ms K Waugh | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Naughty Nurse | 12 | William A Stanley | K A Lees | 54kg |
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