Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Western Australia · Thursday 11 December 2025
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Pinjarra. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Aitch Montana has shown consistent improvement with a strong 3rd placing two starts back followed by a solid 4th last start at Belmont Park. With a good draw and experienced jockey, she maps to get an ideal midfield position in what should be a fast-tempo race, setting up for a strong finish.
The addition of winkers for the first time could sharpen her up, and the booking of Chris Parnham is a positive.
While her debut run was modest with an 8th placing, she should improve significantly second-up and has drawn well in barrier 4. The Steele Casey stable is in good form, and this filly should appreciate the step up in distance based on her racing pattern.
She's dropping significantly in class from her previous racing and has shown consistent improvement across her last three starts. While the wide barrier is a concern, she should be suited by the likely fast tempo and represents genuine each-way value in this maiden field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Aitch Montana | 3 | Holly Watson | Jayson Hines | 55kg | $2.90 |
| 2nd | 7 | Dream Star | 4 | William Pike | Steele Casey | 55kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Joyoh | 10 | Brayden Gaerth | E A Martinovich | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Greyt Ruby | 5 | Jordan Turner | Rhys Radford | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Mystic Chaos | 1 | Natasha Faithfull | Misty Bazeley | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Mensesh | 8 | Holly Nottle | A W Maley | 52kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Cawarra | 7 | Chris Parnham | N D Parnham | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Our Enchantress | 6 | Troy Turner | Jeremy Easthope | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Kildangan Prince | 2 | Brad Parnham | D & B Pearce | 57kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Thank God | 9 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | C & M Gangemi | 57kg |
Lady Kiki brings the strongest recent form into this race with a close 2nd last start at Bunbury over 1400m. While she's only had two career starts, she's shown significant improvement from her debut run. The booking of Chris Parnham is a positive and she should be ready to peak third-up.
Parish Prince brings consistency to this race with 4 third placings from 13 starts. Second-up today after a moderate return run, he should be fitter and ready to improve. Well drawn in barrier 2 which should allow him to settle closer in the anticipated fast tempo. The main concern is he's yet to break through for a win despite multiple chances.
Faradio is second-up after a moderate first-up performance and should improve with that run under his belt. The significant gear changes (blinkers off, winkers on, tongue tie) suggest connections are trying to sharpen him up. Drawn to get a good run from barrier 6 and should be able to settle midfield in the anticipated fast tempo.
Second-up today and drawn perfectly in barrier 1, she should get every chance to improve. While she's yet to place in 7 career starts, her recent form suggests she's ready to make a significant improvement. The step up to 1500m looks suitable based on her running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Lady Kiki | 9 | Chris Parnham | S V Vahala | 56kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 2 | Parish Prince | 2 | Laqdar Ramoly | N D Parnham | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 1 | Wolfman | 3 | Taj Dyson | Sue Olive | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Who Told Kayla | 1 | Peter Farrell | Ms K Farrell | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Faradio | 6 | Jason Brown | J P Taylor | 56.5kg | $3.30 |
| 6th | 3 | Rare Honor | 10 | Lisa Staples | Bill Spencer | 58kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Dandy Flirt | 4 | Luke Campbell | Brett Mathews | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Bringithomealabama | 8 | Holly Watson | Mitchell Pateman | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 9 | My De Grece | 5 | Elisha Whittington | Brett Pope | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 5 | More Then Hard | 7 | Jessica Valas | Michelle Hagley | 58kg | $71.00 |
Radiant Light brings the strongest form credentials, having competed in Listed company two starts back before a solid 3rd last start. The drop back to maiden grade is significant, and his consistent placing record (0-2-2 from 6 starts) suggests he's ready to break through. Steven Parnham retains the ride and the gelding has proven competitive at this distance range.
Xelcimus brings strong recent form with consecutive 2nd placings and has proven herself at this track and distance. The wide barrier is a concern, but with a fast tempo predicted, she could be finishing strongly. Keshaw Dhurun maintains the partnership after a narrow defeat last start.
Hope To Admire draws the inside gate and should get an economical run on speed. The gelding has placed at this distance range before and Lucy Fiore retains the ride. The fast tempo is a concern but the barrier advantage could prove decisive.
The gelding has drawn well in barrier 3 and should get a perfect run in transit. The step up in distance looks suitable based on his finishing effort last start.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Double The Fun | 3 | Jason Whiting | Ms S L Miller | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Xelcimus | 9 | Keshaw Dhurun | H S McLaren | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 4 | Radiant Light | 5 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 56.5kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 8 | By The Wood | 10 | William Pike | R W Price | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Big Mare | 4 | Laqdar Ramoly | J P Taylor | 54.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Sonic Breeze | 6 | Luke Campbell | Tiarnna Noske | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Hope To Admire | 1 | Lucy F Fiore | Brett Pope | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Cousin Mortimer | 8 | Taj Dyson | Kirsten Melis | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Good Doogs | 7 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Princess Lemmor | 2 | Holly Watson | Rhys Radford | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
While yet to break through for a win, his consistency and improving form line make him the standout in this maiden field.
Now second-up from a spell and dropping significantly in class, she should show natural improvement.
Spangledstar brings valuable experience to this race with 13 career starts including a placing at this track. She's proven at the distance and is dropping significantly in class. While first-up from a spell (with no wins from 3 previous first-up attempts), her second-up record is much stronger (1 placing from 3). The wide barrier is a concern, but her experience and class edge give her strong place claims.
The significant class drop is a major positive, and the removal of blinkers could help him settle better.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Backchatting | 11 | Keshaw Dhurun | Fenella Martin | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 9 | Tora Bora | 7 | Laqdar Ramoly | J P Taylor | 54.5kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 8 | Spangledstar | 10 | Brad Parnham | N D Parnham | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Wardikcar | 8 | Austin Galati | Summer Dickson | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 10 | Kat Five | 6 | Elisha Whittington | Brett Pope | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Viva Marconi | 3 | Holly Nottle | J P Taylor | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Donatally | 5 | Jason Whiting | Ms S L Miller | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Wuigi | 4 | Taj Dyson | Kirsten Melis | 58kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Lady Enfield | 9 | Holly Watson | Mitchell Pateman | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Racy Rascal | 2 | Chris Parnham | D & B Pearce | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Hero | 1 | Jessica Valas | B W Owen | 58kg | $101.00 |
The 3YO gelding is perfectly positioned to capitalize on his early speed from barrier 2, and his second-up record (1 from 1) suggests further improvement. While facing a class rise, his progressive profile and tactical advantage make him the standout selection.
Cantrix brings a strong record of 1-1-0 from just 3 starts and excels at this distance with 1-1-0 from 2 attempts. The mare is first-up from a spell but won her only previous first-up attempt.
While her overall win rate is modest, her consistent recent form and significant weight advantage (54kg) give her strong place claims. The mare should appreciate the likely fast tempo, allowing her to finish strongly from midfield, though her unproven record at the distance is a concern.
The 3YO gelding is showing clear improvement with each run (6-2-1) and has a solid record of 1-1-0 from just 3 starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Ma Ma Belle | 5 | Holly Nottle | D T McAuliffe | 54kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Hurricane Harley | 2 | Austin Galati | Summer Dickson | 58.5kg | $1.22 |
| 3rd | 3 | Cantrix | 7 | Holly Watson | Jamie Morgan | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Eternal Romance | 1 | Natasha Faithfull | D & B Pearce | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Ganggajang | 4 | Mollie Clark | Steele Casey | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Mavis Myrtle | 9 | Jason Whiting | C G Willis | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Spirit Of Luna | 8 | Brad Parnham | D & B Pearce | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Calathinite | 6 | Elisha Whittington | Brett Pope | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Think Lika Winner | 10 | Brayden Gaerth | E A Martinovich | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Ellovaman | 3 | Steven Parnham | A W Maley | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
Our Nemesis brings the strongest recent form into this race with consecutive wins before a close second last start at this track. Has proven ability to carry weight and a strong record at Pinjarra. Maps to get an ideal on-pace position despite the expected fast tempo and has the class edge dropping back from higher grade races. The main query is the step up to 1600m for the first time.
Drops significantly in class after competing in Listed company last start. Will likely settle back but should be running on strongly with the light weight.
Classic Rogue brings strong distance credentials with 5 wins from 29 starts at 1600m. The 9YO drops in class after a 3rd placing at Ascot two starts back. His experience and tactical speed give him strong claims, though his Pinjarra record (5:0-0-0) is a concern.
Second-up today with a solid second-up record and should improve sharply on her disappointing first-up run. The significant class drop, good barrier, and minimum weight all enhance her claims.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Classic Rogue | 8 | Holly Nottle | Steele Casey | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Our Nemesis | 5 | Natasha Faithfull | D H Hopperton | 60.5kg | $1.75 |
| 3rd | 7 | Knockoneback | 1 | Jason Whiting | A W Maley | 54kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Hesket | 7 | Laqdar Ramoly | Dylan Bairstow | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Beermullah | 6 | Jade Mc Naught | Tania Burns | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Tiff's Lad | 2 | Holly Watson | Mitchell Pateman | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Snip Of Gossip | 4 | Keshaw Dhurun | Fenella Martin | 54kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 6 | Flying Frankie | 9 | Luke Campbell | Holly Taylor | 54kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 8 | No Peer | 3 | Joey Azzopardi | Ms D Riordan | 54kg |
Progressive mare who comes off a strong last-start win over 1400m. The fast tempo should suit her midfield running style.
Her last start 4th in a Class 3 was solid, and she's proven over the mile with two placings from eight attempts.
Experienced gelding with a strong record at the mile (2 wins, 1 second from 4 starts). Drops in class after competing in stronger company and draws well to take up a forward position. However, he's carrying top weight and his recent form has been declining. The likely fast tempo could make it difficult for him to lead all the way, but his class edge keeps him in contention.
While facing a significant class rise, his strong second-up record (3 wins from 7 attempts) and the weight relief make him an interesting longshot. The fast tempo should suit his running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Battle Commander | 4 | Cassey Martinan | P H Jordan | 58.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Shazair | 7 | Natasha Faithfull | P E Roberts | 57.5kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 3 | Bondi Bay | 1 | Brad Parnham | Ms S L Miller | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 7 | His Eminence | 6 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Forever Dreaming | 3 | Troy Turner | C H Webster | 57kg | $3.90 |
| 6th | 10 | Side Show | 2 | Jason Whiting | Dylan Bairstow | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Winning Aces | 8 | Keshaw Dhurun | Angela Johnston | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Only Eyes For Him | 10 | Madi Derrick | Sue Olive | 56.5kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Sirota | 9 | Luke Campbell | Joshua Krispyn | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Omerta Grace | 11 | J F Miller | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Gav Has Spoken | 5 | Jade Mc Naught | Brett Mathews | 54kg |
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