Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Saturday 6 December 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 7 races at Albury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Doc March stands out on form with a consistent pattern of placings, particularly second-up where he's unbeaten in the placings. The inside barrier allows tactical positioning in a race favouring on-pacers, and recent Albury run shows fitness.
Cayman Island's track record at Albury makes him a strong contender, with three places from four starts highlighting suitability to the circuit. Recent 2nd over similar distance confirms fitness, and barrier 2 positions him well for the on-pace bias. While winless, the class drop and proven good track form (4:0-2-0) suggest he can challenge Doc March, especially in a tempo that favours handy runners.
Albury experience and consistent maiden form at this level provide reliability, though lack of 1500m runs tempers expectations. Barrier 5 allows midfield positioning in a fair race, making him a solid place chance behind the top two, particularly on good 4 ground.
Barrier 3 exploits inside bias, potentially allowing a forward run in this maiden.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Doc March | 1 | John Kissick | G J Colvin | 59kg | $2.20 |
| 2nd | 2 | Cayman Island | 2 | Pierre Boudvillain | Shane Bloomfield | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 5 | Doppio | 3 | Carly Frater | Doug Gorrel | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Hells Spirit | 7 | Brittany Button | K A Davison | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Shooting Firm | 8 | Claire Ramsbotham | K P Weir | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Solar Speed | 4 | Shaun Guymer | Michael Travers | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Classic Azabeel | 6 | Ella Bent | Doug Gorrel | 53kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Launch Mode | 5 | Josh Richards | R T Waters | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
First up stats show placing ability, and the 1400m suits perfectly with a proven record. Midfield map in a fast tempo race favors her closing style on this good 4 surface at Albury, where inside barriers help. Slight class drop enhances chances over inconsistent rivals.
Doubtfree's consistent form, especially at Albury with multiple placings, makes him a top threat. Recent runs show reliability in similar class, with a 40% place rate and strong good track record. Despite wide draw, his on-pace pattern can handle the fast tempo, and he's improving in regular prep. Better than first-up runners lacking recency, offering solid each-way value.
My Inspiration's recent win at 1400m signals improvement, aided by a big class drop into this CL1. Barrier 1 exploits Albury's weak inside bias, and her good track record matches conditions. Less exposed than veterans like Canny Defense, but needs to handle rise in competition; place chance strong.
Maritime Express offers value after a dominant maiden win 19 days ago, second up with potential for more. High suitability to good 4 conditions and recent form outweighs class rise.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Made Easy | 4 | Holly Durnan | G J Colvin | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Maritime Express | 10 | Nick Heywood | Haylee Day | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | En Flique | 6 | John Kissick | Ben Brisbourne | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 9 | Doubtfree | 14 | Jack Martin | Ms D Scott | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Swift Gun | 7 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 60kg | $3.60 |
| 6th | 6 | Canny Defense | 13 | Brittany Button | G W Egan | 53.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Summer Night | 9 | Shaun Guymer | S Fliedner | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Theo Five | 12 | Theodore Ladd | D J O'Prey | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Lady Emilia | 8 | Josh Richards | P McVicar | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Mogao | 2 | Faith Collins | K F Hanley | 51kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Sampson | 11 | Ella Bent | P Waters | 52kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Our Girl Finn | 3 | Cameron Quilty | Rhys Archard | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Tungston | 5 | David Fraser | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | My Inspiration | 1 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Michael Travers | 55kg |
Gold Tracker stands out on form with a recent BM58 win at Albury over 1600m, beating similar opposition. His track record (1-2-1 from 9) and barrier 3 position him ideally for the inside bias and fast tempo, favouring midfield runners who can finish strongly. Dropping in class adds appeal despite a low win strike rate; superior to others lacking recent course success.
Star Empire's recent second to Gold Tracker at this track and distance highlights his competitiveness in BM58 company. With a solid 1600m record and barrier 4 enabling a handy run, he suits the fair Albury staying layout and fast tempo. Less proven than top pick but more consistent than backmarkers like Keith, offering reliable place claims.
Her good track form (2-2-1 from 10) and light weight make her a threat over the staying trip, outperforming inconsistent risers like Highly Intrigued but lacking the recent track punch of top two.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Gold Tracker | 3 | Pierre Boudvillain | Michael Travers | 60.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 1 | Strummer | 9 | Theodore Ladd | D J McCarthy | 61.5kg | $20.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Star Empire | 4 | John Kissick | Michael Travers | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Albanian Beauty | 11 | Jack Martin | Nick Ryan | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Ozzy The Equaliser | 10 | Josh Richards | S Spackman | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Watoto | 12 | Holly Durnan | Heath Maclean | 59.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Under The Hat | 1 | Brittany Button | G W Egan | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 12 | Cinephile | 6 | Shaun Guymer | Michael Travers | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Divine Conclusion | 8 | Dale Cole | Darrell Burnet | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Keith | 7 | Nick Heywood | Ms D Scott | 60kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Highly Intrigued | 5 | Ella Bent | Saab Hasan | 57kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Trouve | 2 | Claire Ramsbotham | K P Weir | 54.5kg |
Yes Maxi stands out as the top pick based on pure form in a low-class maiden. As a young gelding from Yes Yes Yes, he has scope to improve second-up. The very fast tempo suits his midfield style, and despite the wide draw, Boudvillain's expertise can position him well.
Barrier 4 positions him ideally among likely leaders in a very fast tempo that favors handy runners per track bias. Superior to inconsistent types like Alvin with local knowledge and map advantages outweighing winless record.
Mo Cent rounds the top three as a reliable place chance in this volatile maiden. Outperforms debutants like Hampe via experience, though wide closers like Alvin have similar vulnerabilities in map.
Riverbend Unicorn offers value as a first-up runner with strong Albury ties (5 places from 6, including 2 at 1175m). His 0-1-2 first-up record and barrier 5 suit a tactical midfield run in this fast-tempo race, where on-pace bias helps but his stamina shines late.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Forte Cheval | 4 | Nick Heywood | Ms D Scott | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Yes Maxi | 15 | Pierre Boudvillain | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 3 | Hampe | 1 | John Kissick | P J Morgan | 59kg | $1.80 |
| 4th | 6 | Riverbend Unicorn | 5 | Brittany Button | W G Carroll | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Mo Cent | 7 | Josh Richards | R T Waters | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Midnight In Minori | 11 | Ms D Scott | 57kg | $21.00 | |
| 7th | 12 | Cavascot | 6 | Bradley Vale | Shilleagh Meyervale | 57kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Alvin | 9 | Shaun Guymer | S Fliedner | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Brilliant Beagle | 16 | Holly Durnan | Olivia Osborne | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Haz Styles | 2 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Shane Bloomfield | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Luja Attitude | 13 | Theodore Ladd | Sylvia Thompson | 57kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Aqua Riva | 14 | Craig Weeding | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | She's Elusive | 17 | Cameron Quilty | Saab Hasan | 57kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Undercut | 8 | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Rockette Roulette | 3 | C J Davis | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Instigate | 12 | Jack Martin | Nadine Cameron | 57kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Champ's Queen | 10 | C D Widdison | 57kg |
Good track affinity (1 win, 4 places from 8) aligns perfectly with conditions, and barrier 5 allows midfield positioning in a fast tempo that favors rhythm runners at Albury's 1175m.
Barrier 4 positions her on-pace in Albury's middle-distance start, favoring handy runners amid very fast tempo.
Neeson emerges as a serious threat with back-to-back strong performances, including a dominant maiden win at Corowa over further. Recent third at Canberra on soft showed adaptability, and good track form (1 win from 2) bodes well for Good 4. As a lightly raced 3yo, he maps back in a fast tempo, where Albury's fair layout rewards late runners.
Recent Gundagai run was subpar but prior form shows capability on good tracks (4:1-1-0).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Divron | 15 | Holly Durnan | G J Colvin | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Paparazzo | 5 | John Kissick | Craig Weeding | 59kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 8 | Threefold | 4 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 13 | King Czar | 3 | Brittany Button | K A Davison | 53kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Moonlight Dream | 1 | Josh Richards | B R Mallyon | 58.5kg | $2.25 |
| 6th | 5 | Complaisance | 7 | Nick Heywood | Matthew Dale | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Touxlove | 16 | Shaun Guymer | Marcus O'Connor | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Colombiano | 13 | Claire Ramsbotham | R P Wellington | 53.5kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Majestic Reward | 10 | Jack Martin | C D Widdison | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Hollerloud | 9 | D J O'Prey | 55kg | $41.00 | |
| 11th | 15 | Mastmira | 11 | Thomas Spillane | Ms K Murphy | 52kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Nepela | 14 | D J McCarthy | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Extrio | 6 | Luke Pepper | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Showtime Kistena | 8 | Ella Bent | Heath Maclean | 52kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Hillbily Kynection | 2 | Jeffrey Kyne | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Neeson | 12 | Danielle Seib | 58kg |
Neeson stands out on pure form with 75% place rate and recent win at Corowa showing tactical speed. Barrier 3 ideal for Albury's 1175m start on the bend, positioning midfield in a very fast tempo race that favors closers over leaders.
Good 4 suits (4:1-1-0), and barrier 5 allows midfield settling in fast-paced race favoring her closing style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Neeson | 3 | Shaun Guymer | Danielle Seib | 59.5kg | $1.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | Foreman's Gully | 9 | Claire Ramsbotham | R P Wellington | 63kg | $2.30 |
| 3rd | 9 | Altrove | 8 | Faith Collins | R P Wellington | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Apple Cider | 2 | Ella Bent | Nadine Cameron | 53kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Master Patrick | 6 | Carly Frater | T P Donnelly | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Jannik | 1 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Shane Bloomfield | 63kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Little Basheba | 7 | Josh Richards | Garry Worsnop | 59kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 2 | I Am Mamwaazel | 12 | Michael Heagney | J Rolfe | 63.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Taluk | 11 | Theodore Ladd | Nadine Cameron | 63kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Sundrop | 13 | John Kissick | Shane Bloomfield | 60kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Abstruse | 4 | Jack Martin | Natalie Jarvis | 59kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Santolini | 14 | Nick Heywood | Michael Travers | 58kg | |
| Scr | 13 | King Czar | 10 | K A Davison | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Threefold | 15 | Danielle Seib | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Complaisance | 5 | Matthew Dale | 58.5kg |
Magna Mak's consistency and first-up record make it a strong top-3 chance, especially from barrier 6 in a midfield role. Recent placings show fitness potential post-spell, and good ground suits.
The very fast tempo suits its finishing burst, and track affinity overrides wide draw concerns in this BM58 sprint.
Noci Di Cocco's recent Albury placing over the distance and class drop make it a live threat.
Recent form in stronger races, including a 900m win, suits the sprint tempo and on-pace bias.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Magna Mak | 6 | Brittany Button | W G Carroll | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 14 | Bargino | 9 | Pierre Boudvillain | Nadine Cameron | 56.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Pretty Penguin | 11 | Thomas Spillane | Olivia Osborne | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Lightning Lizard | 3 | Claire Ramsbotham | Ben Brisbourne | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 11 | Wild Annie | 2 | Ella Bent | B R Mallyon | 53.5kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 15 | Black Panther | 14 | P F Maher | 55.5kg | $41.00 | |
| 7th | 6 | Mer Char | 15 | Josh Richards | R T Stubbs | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 8th | 10 | Time Angel | 4 | Jack Martin | John Fitzgerald | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Goats On Oats | 16 | Nick Heywood | Sylvia Thompson | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Cassimir | 5 | Shaun Guymer | P Waters | 60kg | $17.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Lolly Money | 1 | John Kissick | Olivia Osborne | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Baggage Handler | 12 | C D Widdison | 63.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | I'm Airborne | 8 | Theodore Ladd | Nadine Cameron | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Densetsu | 13 | Andrew Dale | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Dilution | 10 | D J McCarthy | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Noci Di Cocco | 17 | Andrew Dale | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Mr Time | 7 | Marcus O'Connor | 55kg |
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