Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Monday 8 December 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Tuncurry. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Birdy Girl brings the strongest recent form to this race with three consecutive placings. With 2 placings from 3 attempts at this distance and experienced jockey Ben Looker aboard, she appears well-placed to break through for a maiden win despite the wide barrier.
The wide barrier is a concern, but her closing speed can overcome this disadvantage.
Likely to be on-pace in this fast tempo race, which could be advantageous.
The advantageous barrier (3) and fast tempo should suit her backmarker style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Mess Around | 4 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Speedy Pete | 5 | Andrew Gibbons | Joel Wilkes | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 9 | Markwell Music | 1 | Luke Rolls | Joseph Burges | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 7 | I'm Super | 3 | Kacie Adams | P J Kelly | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Cool Turn | 7 | Mollie Fitzgerald | J A Sylvester | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Markwell Melody | 8 | Lee Magorrian | Joseph Burges | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Blue Dane | 9 | Emily Farr | Darren Treacy | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Big Steppa | 6 | Anna Roper | R J Agnew | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Na Hamah | 2 | Jenny Duggan | H R Dew | 57kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Dandeelion Wishes | 10 | Shannen Llewellyn | P J Evans | 57kg | $4.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Birdy Girl | 11 | Ben Looker | G Prosser | 57kg | $4.00 |
Call Me Basil brings the most reliable form into this race with two third placings from two career starts. Has shown ability to handle both soft and heavy tracks which is valuable. The likely fast tempo should suit his racing pattern, and while carrying top weight, he appears the most reliable prospect in a race lacking standout form.
While yet to win from seven starts, has placed twice and shown ability on good tracks. The engagement of experienced jockey Grant Buckley is a positive. The wide barrier is a concern, but with the fast tempo predicted, should get opportunities to finish strongly.
Nett's Girl showed promise on debut with a strong second placing at Taree over 1400m. The retention of jockey Kacie Adams is a positive sign, and the mare should appreciate the step up to 1300m. Limited exposed form makes assessment challenging, but the debut run indicates potential to improve second-up.
Has placed three times from eleven starts and brings consistency to this race. The favorable barrier draw and experienced jockey are positives. Recent form has been solid without winning, but the fast tempo should suit his racing pattern and the minimum weight gives him every chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Call Me Basil | 6 | Lee Magorrian | Adam Duggan | 59kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 7 | Cosmora | 12 | Grant Buckley | Peter D Green | 56.5kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 2 | Metal Magic | 1 | Adrian Layt | G L Frazer | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Nett's Girl | 7 | Kacie Adams | B M Lazzarini | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Midnight Rabble | 2 | Peter Graham | Allan Kehoe | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Nulkaba Star | 4 | Luke Rolls | J A Sylvester | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Spinning Around | 5 | Jeff Kehoe | Nick Mitchell | 57kg | $201.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Miss Joy | 10 | Andrew Gibbons | Terry Evans | 55kg | $91.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Sacred Icon | 8 | Leanne Boyd | Terry Evans | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Lone Star Dream | 3 | Shannen Llewellyn | Allan Kehoe | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Fierce Impulse | 9 | Anna Roper | Matthew Smith | 55kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Kuwait | 14 | Daniel Robinson | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Savanna Golden Boy | 13 | Daniel Robinson | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Shakespeare's Girl | 11 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg |
Navy Buoy brings the strongest recent form, winning impressively at Armidale before a solid 4th at Newcastle over 1500m just 8 days ago. While stepping up in class, he has the most upside and strongest form credentials.
Think I'm Irish brings solid credentials with a recent 3rd at Muswellbrook over 1750m. Her distance record (0-1-2 from 5 starts) shows she'll handle the trip, and she's been racing in stronger company. With Aaron Bullock aboard and a racing pattern that should suit the predicted fast tempo, she represents a genuine chance.
With a good distance record (1-0-1 from 6 starts) and drawing the inside barrier, she's well-positioned to improve. The class drop is significant and Lee Magorrian is a capable rider.
As a lightly-raced 3YO from the Matthew Smith stable, there's significant improvement expected.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Navy Buoy | 11 | Ben Looker | Paul Snowden | 59kg | $1.40 |
| 2nd | 4 | Bold Splendor | 1 | Lee Magorrian | D Lane | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Think I'm Irish | 7 | Aaron Bullock | D Wagstaff | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 1 | Caledonian | 8 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Imarealamerican | 9 | Grant Buckley | J D Cooper | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 9 | The Big Ticket | 5 | Kacie Adams | Tom Higgins | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Shelley's Lookout | 2 | Raymond Spokes | J A Sprague | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Relieved | 4 | Leanne Boyd | Terry Evans | 53.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Interim Order | 6 | Anna Roper | Matthew Smith | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Balmain Warrior | 10 | Matthew Smith | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Fox Charm | 3 | Peter Graham | D Wagstaff | 55kg |
Mission Bravo brings the strongest credentials, winning last start over 2012m at Taree carrying 59kg. While carrying top weight, he has the services of Hollie Hull who can offset some of that impost. His overall record of 36:5-3-1 shows he's a capable galloper when in form.
Bump'n'run finished a close second last start over 2012m at Taree, showing he's in good form. He's dropping significantly in class from metropolitan and provincial racing, which is a major plus. While drawn wide in barrier 11, he has the staying ability to overcome this, having won up to 2400m previously. His overall record of 43:4-3-7 shows he's consistent, and the class drop makes him a genuine contender.
Jimmy Manolo brings solid credentials with a previous win at this track and distance (1:1-0-0). His barrier 1 draw is advantageous for this staying test, and his recent form has been consistent with placings in quality fields. Ben Looker is a strong booking and knows how to ride this track. While carrying 60.5kg is a concern, his proven ability at the track and distance gives him strong claims.
This lightly-raced 4yo has only had 8 career starts but has shown ability with a placing at 1800m. While stepping up in class, he's well-weighted on 55kg and has the scope for improvement that many of his more exposed rivals lack.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Prince Is Game | 5 | Anna Roper | M J Robinson | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Bump'n'run | 11 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms R Dunn | 58.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Mission Bravo | 6 | Hollie Hull | Adam Duggan | 61kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 7 | Seething Chuck | 10 | Madeline Owen | Ms K Owen | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Zartamay | 8 | Aaron Bullock | D Wagstaff | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Purple Kitty | 3 | Raymond Spokes | P Cheers | 60kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Memumza Diva | 7 | Jon Grisedale | Ms L Thomson | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Hardash | 2 | Leanne Boyd | P Cheers | 52kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Stock Road | 9 | Luke Rolls | G D Hickman | 55kg | $3.90 |
| Scr | 2 | Nature Boy | 4 | Ms L Selby | 64kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Jimmy Manolo | 1 | Ben Looker | Matthew Smith | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Tycoon Lad | 12 | Ms L Selby | 55kg |
Progressive mare who produced a strong closing effort for 3rd last start at Wyong over 1350m. Drops 3.5kg from last start and should be hitting the line strongly. The Adam Duggan-trained mare appears ready to win and represents the best form chance in the race.
Has a strong second-up record with a win and a placing from four attempts. Will carry top weight but has proven capable under similar impositions previously. Likely to settle back and will need luck, but should be finishing strongly with the genuine tempo up front.
Likely to push forward from barrier 8 and should be prominent throughout. Drops in class from last start and has a good record on good tracks.
Well drawn in barrier 4 and gets in with just 54kg. While she only has one career win, she's been placed 7 times and consistently runs well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Oh Deer | 7 | Lee Magorrian | Adam Duggan | 58.5kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 1 | Listins Lass | 11 | Luke Rolls | J D Cooper | 62kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Our Lady Stardust | 4 | Poppie Gorton | G L Frazer | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Whispering Rupert | 10 | Mollie Fitzgerald | G McFarlane | 60.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Grande Bellezza | 8 | Gabrielle Johnston | Fabio Martino | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Damascus Gate | 2 | Anna Roper | Carlos Antonio | 59.5kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Prorata | 12 | Aaron Bullock | G D Hickman | 61.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Ta Set Neferu | 1 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Sweden | 9 | Emily Farr | Ms A Lee | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Exothrill | 5 | Grant Buckley | Peter D Green | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Blue Bayou | 3 | Andrew Gibbons | Ms A Willick-McDonald | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Invincible Faith | 6 | Ms L Selby | 55kg |
Change The Date brings the strongest recent form into this race with a close 3rd at Grafton just 8 days ago. Well-weighted at 55kg and should get a good run from barrier 7. The fast tempo should suit his racing pattern.
Agirlsbestfriend comes into this second-up from a spell with a solid second-up record. The mare is well-placed in this field despite the slight class rise and has the services of experienced jockey Aaron Bullock.
Has been a consistent performer throughout his career with 7 wins and 10 placings from 58 starts. Gets the services of experienced jockey Grant Buckley and should get a good run from barrier 1. The slight class drop from his last start is a positive.
Well-weighted at 56.5kg and should get a good run from barrier 6. The significant class rise is the main concern but is offset by his current form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Danish Fortune | 13 | Gabrielle Johnston | Joel Wilkes | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Change The Date | 7 | Jon Grisedale | B D Bellamy | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 11 | Charmed Destiny | 10 | Teighan Worsnop | J A Sprague | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Rebel's Edge | 1 | Grant Buckley | Cassandra Stummer | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Wealthy Investor | 6 | Lee Magorrian | D Lane | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Ashim | 3 | Raymond Spokes | B D Bellamy | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Agirlsbestfriend | 5 | Aaron Bullock | M P Quinn | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 8th | 14 | Star Of Yamba | 11 | Grace Palmer | Tom Higgins | 51kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 13 | The Young Years | 4 | Andrew Gibbons | Terry Evans | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Oh No Bro | 9 | Jenny Duggan | Carlos Antonio | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Dance Dance Dance | 8 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 55kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Uncle Harry | 14 | P M Perry | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Jessandi | 2 | Luke Rolls | J C Deamer | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Maui | 12 | Leanne Boyd | Ms A Willick-McDonald | 52kg |
The mare's backmarker pattern will be perfectly suited by the very fast tempo expected, allowing her to finish strongly. Though rising in class, her recent form suggests she's ready to handle the step up, and barrier 8 gives her options to find cover and finish over the top.
Cool Fizz brings solid credentials with consistent recent form including a 2nd place finish last start at Taree. Her record at this distance is impressive with 3 wins and 10 placings from 23 attempts. While carrying top weight is a concern, she has the class edge on most of these rivals. The fast tempo should suit her racing pattern, though she would prefer a softer surface than today's Good 4.
Nikody's Diego comes off an encouraging 2nd place finish at Taree just 7 days ago, suggesting he's at peak fitness. The perfect barrier 1 draw will allow him to save ground throughout. While his overall win record is modest (2 from 51), he's a consistent placegetter (6 seconds, 5 thirds) who's finding form at the right time. The class rise is a concern, but his recent performances suggest he can be competitive.
His racing pattern will be suited by the fast tempo expected, allowing him to finish strongly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Cool Fizz | 6 | Aaron Bullock | B J Dodson | 60.5kg | $2.10 |
| 2nd | 6 | Brazen Brando | 4 | Kacie Adams | B M Lazzarini | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Nikody's Diego | 1 | Raymond Spokes | P Cheers | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Invincible Whip | 7 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Seeni | 10 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Petroglyph | 13 | Jeff Kehoe | Terry Evans | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Cupid's Kiss | 11 | Gabrielle Johnston | J A Sylvester | 57kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Yes Yes Boss | 8 | Anna Roper | Carlos Antonio | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Jevington Will Do | 2 | Jenny Duggan | H R Dew | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Wine Time | 3 | Andrew Gibbons | Nicole Hudson | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Golden Cow | 5 | Grace Palmer | Carlos Antonio | 53.5kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Daulton | 9 | Luke Rolls | Colt Prosser | 55kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Bad Boy Darby | 12 | Daniel Wheeler | 55kg |
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