Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Australian Capital Territory · Friday 12 December 2025
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Canberra. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Lightly-raced gelding showing excellent progression with a last-start third over 1625m at Wyong. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 to get a midfield position with cover, and the return of blinkers is a positive gear change. Represents the best winning chance in a race that should be run at a genuine tempo.
Consistent mare coming off a solid 3rd at this track over 1600m just 7 days ago. Has placed at 2000m previously and should appreciate the step up in trip. The quick backup suggests she's come through her last run well, and the addition of ear muffs pre-race only could help her settle better. Drawn a touch awkwardly but has the tactical speed to find a position. Genuine place chance.
Progressive 3yo filly who ran a close 2nd two starts back over 1600m at Wyong before a solid 6th over 1750m at Muswellbrook. Will carry just 55kg and should be strong late if she can get clear running. Represents each-way value in a race that should be run to suit.
Lightly-raced 3yo gelding with consistent recent form including a 4th last start in Class 1 company at Gundagai over 1800m. The step up to 2000m looks suitable based on his racing pattern, and he'll carry just 55kg.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Miss Defy | 1 | Nick Heywood | Luke Pepper | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Bo Cougar | 7 | Jessica Brookes | K Dryden & L Snowden | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Courting Emily | 2 | Andrew Calder | Matthew Smith | 56.5kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 5 | Babyfaced Assassin | 8 | Adam Farragher | G Portelli | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 7 | All Too Clever | 3 | Pierre Boudvillain | John Thompson | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Time For Snow | 6 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Warren | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Evokes | 5 | John Kissick | Aaron Clarke | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 2 | The Favorite Son | 4 | Jeff Penza | J W Scobie | 59kg | $31.00 |
Midnight Affair brings the strongest recent form into this race with a close 2nd last start at Sapphire Coast over this distance on a soft track.
The addition of blinkers for the first time could be the catalyst for improvement, and Pierre Boudvillain is a positive jockey booking. Drawn to get the perfect run from barrier 3.
Pink Lamborghini is the least exposed runner in the field with just 5 career starts. The step up to 1600m is the query, but her racing pattern suggests she'll stay. Mathew Cahill is a positive jockey booking.
His record at the mile distance is excellent with 5 wins from 24 attempts, and he's a previous winner at this track. The lightweight of 52kg is a significant advantage.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ohtani | 3 | Pierre Boudvillain | Bryce Heys | 58.5kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 5 | Pink Lamborghini | 4 | Mathew Cahill | G G Kirkup | 56kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 4 | Midnight Affair | 2 | John Kissick | N J Olive | 57.5kg | $2.90 |
| 4th | 1 | Astunner | 8 | Darrell Burnet | 64kg | $20.00 | |
| 5th | 2 | Ana Carolina | 7 | Jeff Penza | Matthew Kelley | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Special Prophet | 1 | Ryan Bradley | Ms M Hopkins | 52.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Sapphires Son | 6 | Dale Cole | D A Williams | 52kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Son O' War | 5 | Michael Heagney | G Lukss | 55kg | $101.00 |
She's dropping significantly in class after racing in Open company and has a strong record at this track with 1 win from 7 starts. The 7-year-old mare is well-weighted with 53kg and has proven soft track ability with 2 wins from 8 starts. Her recent form has been consistent and the quick backup should maintain peak fitness.
Lysander brings solid consistent form to this race, finishing 2nd two starts back at Canberra over 1400m. The 6-year-old gelding has an excellent record on soft tracks with 3 wins from 12 starts and is well-drawn in barrier 4. While carrying top weight is a concern, he's dropping in class from a BM58 and has a good second-up record with 1 win from 5 starts. Billy Owen is a positive jockey booking who should give him every chance from the good draw.
Friskee Frog brings strong recent form to this race with consistent performances in his last three starts (5-2-2). The 6-year-old gelding has a race fitness advantage having raced just 11 days ago and draws well in barrier 3. While he's yet to win on soft tracks (0 from 8 starts), he has placed 3 times in these conditions. John Kissick is a positive jockey booking who knows the track well.
He's dropping slightly in class from BM58 company and draws well in barrier 5. While the 63kg is a concern, his ability to race either forward or midfield gives him tactical options. His soft track record shows he can handle these conditions with 1 placing from 8 starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Kotaishi | 13 | Matthew Kelley | 64kg | $6.00 | |
| 2nd | 6 | Human Shield | 7 | Louise Day | Warren Ganderton | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Lysander | 4 | Billy Owen | Natalie Jarvis | 62.5kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Incantata | 9 | Caitlin Sinclair | N J Olive | 53kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 4 | Friskee Frog | 3 | John Kissick | N J Osborne | 61kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 9 | Shylock | 8 | Mathew Cahill | Kathryn Cahill | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Big Time Charlie | 6 | Jack Baker | Luke Pepper | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Arcana Imperii | 12 | Jess Taylor | Jennifer Flood | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Master Patrick | 14 | Jack Martin | T P Donnelly | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Ginjari | 2 | Amy Mc Lucas | Luke Clarke | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Poker Dice | 11 | Jessica Brookes | K Dryden & L Snowden | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Kisses For Jody | 1 | Michael Heagney | Tash Burleigh | 55kg | $9.50 |
| Scr | 7 | Satashi | 14 | Michael Travers | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Apache Deel | 10 | D J Rolfe | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Boom In The Dark | 5 | K Dryden & L Snowden | 63kg |
Mctominay brings solid form credentials with three second placings from six starts. He's proven on soft tracks with two seconds from four attempts and comes into this second-up after a good second at Sapphire Coast. The step up to 1400m looks suitable, and while he carries top weight, his consistency puts him right in contention.
He's been gelded since his last run which should see him improve, and the inside draw gives him options.
Toussaint brings solid consistency with consecutive third placings and appears ready to break through. The step up to 1400m looks ideal based on her running style, and she should get a good run from midfield with the expected fast tempo. Her form is progressive and she appears to be peaking at the right time.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Call Me Son | 3 | Shaun Guymer | David Pfieffer | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 4 | Difronzo | 2 | Pierre Boudvillain | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | $2.35 |
| 3rd | 1 | Mctominay | 8 | Nick Heywood | Luke Pepper | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 10 | Hard Grunt | 10 | Jessica Brookes | G P Vella | 53kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Fierce Impulse | 7 | Andrew Calder | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 12 | Medieval Mayhem | 4 | Jeff Penza | G M Brown | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Romantic Tom | 5 | Michael Heagney | D J Rolfe | 55kg | $201.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Libertarian | 9 | Jess Taylor | J M Cleary | 57.5kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Hey Bluey | 6 | Richard Bensley | N J Osborne | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Nightsphere | 13 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Strassman | 1 | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Toussaint | 11 | Jean Van Overmeire | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 56kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Atlantic Diva | 12 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg |
The filly has shown improvement in both career starts and gets in with just 53.5kg. Drawn perfectly in barrier 3 to take advantage of the inside bias, and with the likely fast tempo, she should get a perfect midfield position. Emma Ly retains the ride and knows the horse well.
State Secret represents the powerful Waterhouse & Bott stable making its debut. While lacking race experience, the stable is renowned for having their horses ready to win first-up. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 to utilize the inside bias at Canberra, and with top jockey L P Beuzelin aboard, this runner should take up a forward position in a race that's likely to favor on-pace runners.
Argantorati brings solid recent form, finishing 3rd last start at Sapphire Coast over 1400m just 11 days ago. Has shown an affinity for soft tracks with 2 placings from 5 starts on soft going. Has a placing at this track from 2 attempts. The mare should appreciate the likely fast tempo and will be finishing strongly. The wide barrier is the main concern, but her racing pattern suggests she'll get back anyway.
Her recent form includes a 3rd at Queanbeyan and 4th at Canberra, both in maiden company. The significant class drop from Open company at Scone earlier in her career is a big plus. The removal of winkers could help her settle better in a race with likely fast tempo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Shuttering | 11 | Pierre Boudvillain | Luke Pepper | 55.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | State Secret | 2 | L P Beuzelin | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57.5kg | $2.30 |
| 3rd | 3 | Smichov | 12 | Jess Taylor | J M Austin | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Alamagan | 5 | Louise Day | Joseph Ible | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 15 | Atlantic Diva | 6 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Bold Alliance | 3 | Emma Ly | Blake Ryan | 53.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 6 | Argantorati | 10 | Joseph Ible | 57kg | $11.00 | |
| 8th | 4 | Star Of Medici | 13 | John Kissick | Luke Pepper | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Monnie | 9 | Jack Baker | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 7 | Follow That Dream | 8 | Olivia Chambers | J M Austin | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 13 | King's Exceed | 1 | Michael Heagney | D J Rolfe | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Mysterious Master | 6 | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Blue Monday | 7 | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Rule Of Faith | 14 | Jean Van Overmeire | Stephen O'Halloran | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Gun Control | 4 | Robyn Freeman | G M Brown | 57kg |
Progressive 4YO mare with excellent win strike rate (33%) who comes off a strong win at Orange over 1300m. While stepping up to 1400m for the first time, her racing pattern suggests the distance will suit. Gets in with just 54kg and has drawn well in barrier 8. The main query is her record on soft tracks (0 from 2), but her overall form is superior to most rivals.
Has shown adaptability in racing pattern which will be valuable with the predicted fast tempo. While his win strike rate is modest (11%), his place rate (29%) suggests he's often in the finish. The 1400m is a query but should suit his racing style.
Consistent 7YO mare with excellent track record (2 wins from 5 starts at Canberra). Her recent form has been solid with four consecutive 4th placings, suggesting she's always around the mark without quite getting the job done. The main query is her record on soft tracks (0 wins from 5 starts) and the absence of a listed jockey. Should get a good run from barrier 7.
Experienced 7YO gelding who won two starts back at this track over 1600m before a disappointing 7th last start. Has a strong record at Canberra (5 placings from 10 starts) and performs well on soft tracks (3 wins from 13 starts).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Hell Of A Fox | 9 | Pierre Boudvillain | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Keikoku | 5 | Jack Martin | Luke Pepper | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Tap 'n' Run | 11 | Ella Bent | R T Stubbs | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Master Of Disguise | 7 | Dale Cole | Danielle Seib | 54kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 13 | Xceptional Fella | 10 | Jess Taylor | Matthew Kelley | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Bon Frankie | 8 | John Kissick | Aaron Clarke | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Persian Dancer | 4 | Jeff Penza | G J Colvin | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Tavolo | 6 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Rob Potter | 55.5kg | $3.70 |
| 9th | 1 | Epaullo Creed | 3 | Ryan Bradley | N J Olive | 58.5kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Champions League | 2 | Mathew Cahill | A D Bourke | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Chasing A Quid | 1 | Caitlin Sinclair | G P Vella | 52kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Blow In | 2 | Rob Potter | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Kahawaty | 12 | Michael Travers | 55kg |
The Adam Farragher/C Maher combination is strong, and despite the class rise, this gelding has shown progressive form with a win and a second from just three starts. Barrier 6 is ideal for this track configuration.
Bombay Boom comes into this second-up after an impressive first-up win at Albury. The Matthew Dale-trained gelding drops significantly in class and has shown good early speed which should see him take up a forward position.
Our Little Star comes in second-up after an excellent second placing at this track. The Jean Van Overmeire/N J Olive combination is solid, and her soft track record (14:1-3-5) is a significant advantage if conditions deteriorate.
With a soft track record of 11:1-1-0, she's well-equipped for today's conditions.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Margin Call | 6 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 59kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Bombay Boom | 3 | Nick Heywood | Matthew Dale | 59kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 14 | Itszarbaby | 7 | G Portelli | 55kg | $26.00 | |
| 4th | 12 | Extrio | 11 | Pierre Boudvillain | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Wonderful Mistake | 13 | Louise Day | G P Vella | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Our Little Star | 5 | Jean Van Overmeire | N J Olive | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Famoso | 8 | Dale Cole | Rob Potter | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 13 | You Wish | 4 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Warren | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Zoutempus | 2 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Scott Collings | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Missile Defence | 10 | Mathew Cahill | A D Bourke | 59kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Boom In The Dark | 15 | Jack Martin | K Dryden & L Snowden | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Girls Weekend | 9 | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Royalify | 14 | Shaun Guymer | Stephen O'Halloran | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Lightly Sparkled | 1 | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Royal Detective | 16 | Jess Taylor | J M Cleary | 55kg | |
| Scr | 16 | We Shall Overcome | 12 | G P Vella | 55kg |
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