Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Western Australia · Saturday 13 December 2025
Our top pick won 6 of 10 races at Ascot. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Consistent and reliable gelding in career-best form with 2 wins and 2 placings from his last 4 starts. The 60kg topweight is offset by the perfect barrier draw which should allow him to conserve energy. Versatile runner who can lead or take a sit and handles all track conditions.
Progressive 4YO mare who scored impressively last start over this track and distance. Has a strong 30% win strike rate from just 10 starts and appears to be hitting peak form at the right time. Well-weighted with 55kg and drawn to get an ideal run from barrier 4. The class rise is offset by her upward trajectory and untapped potential.
Drops 5kg from that victory and has Chris Parnham aboard. While untested at Ascot, his adaptability to different tracks and strong soft track record suggests he'll handle conditions. Significantly underrated given his recent performances and weight drop.
Has a good record at the distance and should get an ideal run from barrier 6. While yet to win at Ascot, has placed here previously and his racing pattern is well-suited to the track.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Hoba West | 1 | Austin Galati | Summer Dickson | 60kg | $1.85 |
| 2nd | 6 | Freedom Escape | 7 | Chris Parnham | G F Webster | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Audio Boy | 3 | Chanel Cooper | A G Durrant | 53kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Long Genes | 8 | Brad Parnham | Michael Grantham | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Royal Splendour | 2 | Holly Watson | Raymond Vincent | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Starwalker | 6 | Shaun O'Donnell | Ms J Clements | 55.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Mississippi Dawn | 4 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 2 | What A Prince | 5 | Jason Whiting | Ashleigh Woollett | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
His consistent form includes 2 wins from 6 starts, all on Good tracks. The Russell Stewart-trained gelding has been racing well, finishing 4th in Listed company last start and winning his previous two races. The fast tempo should suit his tactical speed.
The filly has proven herself at Ascot with 2 placings from 2 starts and has drawn perfectly in barrier 2. Her recent form includes a strong 2nd in Listed company and a win before that. With a light weight of 54kg and Shaun O'Donnell aboard, she's well-positioned to challenge the top selection.
Artistry In Motion brings a strong overall record of 2-2-0 from 6 starts and excellent distance credentials (1-2-0 from 3 starts). The gelding is versatile across track conditions and comes off a last-start win. Still, his consistent form and distance suitability make him a genuine contender.
While her win strike rate is low (just 1 from 15), she has placed 4 times and has extensive experience at Ascot with 3 placings from 12 starts. The fast tempo should suit her running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Lanfranco | 1 | Steven Parnham | Russell Stewart | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 8 | Ninetymilestraight | 2 | Shaun O'Donnell | T M Andrews | 54kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 7 | Hard Solo | 8 | Holly Watson | A W Maley | 54kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Refemme No Angel | 5 | Brayden Gaerth | S & J Casey | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Beau's A Lad | 7 | Luke Campbell | Greg Cave | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Southern Firetail | 3 | William Pike | A G Durrant | 56kg | $3.70 |
| 7th | 1 | Artistry In Motion | 9 | Lucy F Fiore | T M Wolfe | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Universal Impact | 6 | Brandon Louis | M Santich | 54kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Radiant Light | 4 | Brad Parnham | N D Parnham | 56kg |
Her 1000m record is outstanding with 4 wins from 8 starts, and she's won 4 of her last 6 races. The Chris Parnham booking is significant.
Lightly-raced gelding with an exceptional record of 4 wins from 6 starts including a perfect 3 from 3 when first-up from a spell. Has won at this track and distance and handles good tracks perfectly (3 from 3). Still, his class and first-up prowess make him a major player.
Mare with the perfect barrier draw (1) given the inside bias at Ascot. Coming off a 6th in stronger company last start, she's on the improve and the 7-day backup could be a positive. Represents each-way value.
Has a solid record at this track and distance (1 win, 2 seconds from 7 starts) and is dropping in class from her last start. Well drawn in barrier 4 with the inside bias in play, and the 7-day backup could be a positive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Haida Gwaii | 8 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 55.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | Want A Winner | 6 | William Pike | S & J Casey | 59kg | $2.25 |
| 3rd | 1 | Pin Deep | 2 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | C & M Gangemi | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Brave Strike | 4 | Steven Parnham | Simon Miller | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Capre Omnia | 7 | Austin Galati | Dylan Bairstow | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Street Band | 3 | Chanel Cooper | T M Andrews | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Valsassina | 1 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Simon Miller | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Atlantic Spirit | 9 | Laqdar Ramoly | N D Parnham | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Cash Away | 5 | Holly Watson | T M Wolfe | 58.5kg | $71.00 |
Astro World brings strong recent form into this race, finishing 2nd last start in the same class. Her overall record of 2 wins and 2 places from 9 starts shows consistency, and she should appreciate the step up to 1600m based on her racing pattern. The likely fast tempo will suit her midfield position, and she has the tactical versatility to adapt to race conditions.
Soldanelle drops significantly in class after competing in Listed company. William Pike taking the ride is a significant positive, and her strong Ascot record (2-0-2 from 13) suggests she'll be competitive despite the top weight.
Glanced comes into this race second-up after an impressive win at Belmont Park over 1300m. Her second-up record is strong with a win and a place from two attempts. The step up in class is the main query.
The first-time blinkers could spark improvement, and while untested at 1600m, her last start over 1800m suggests the distance won't be an issue.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Soldanelle | 3 | William Pike | S V Vahala | 60kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 10 | Right To Silence | 7 | Austin Galati | C G Willis | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Extreme Love | 9 | Brayden Gaerth | Mitchell Pateman | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Bigdayonit | 4 | Steven Parnham | A W Maley | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Glanced | 5 | Natasha Faithfull | Ms R L Williams | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Astro World | 8 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 2 | Kelora | 1 | Chris Parnham | N D Parnham | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Ideally | 2 | Brad Parnham | Michael Grantham | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 9 | No Peer | 6 | Joey Azzopardi | Ms D Riordan | 56kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 5 | La Excellence | 9 | Shaun O'Donnell | C R Green | 57kg |
Smooth Chino brings an unblemished record to this Listed race with a perfect 5 from 5 career record including 3 from 3 at this distance and 2 from 2 at Ascot. While this represents a class rise, his progressive profile and consistency suggest he's ready for the step up.
Cessation comes into this race in excellent form with a last-start win and consistent performances. Her record at this distance (2-4-0 from 7) is impressive, and she gets in with just 53kg. While this is a class rise, her recent form suggests she's ready for the challenge.
Repossession brings strong credentials with 5 wins from 10 starts and experience in black-type races. The wider barrier is a concern, but he has the class to overcome it. His record at this track (1-0-2 from 6) shows he performs well at Ascot.
While her recent form has been inconsistent, she has shown ability at this level with a 3rd in Listed company last start.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Smooth Chino | 2 | Austin Galati | Indianna Weinert | 57.5kg | $1.60 |
| 2nd | 7 | Cessation | 3 | Luke Campbell | Tiarnna Noske | 53kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 6 | Ice Pick Nick | 7 | Chris Parnham | S V Vahala | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Repossession | 8 | Brad Parnham | C & M Gangemi | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Tin Chooks | 5 | Steven Parnham | Kieran Regan | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Objectify | 1 | William Pike | D L Morton | 53kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Speed Dream | 6 | Jason Whiting | R J Piercey | 55kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Yonga Lass | 4 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | Mack Hall | 55.5kg |
Progressive 4YO gelding showing excellent development with 2 wins from 8 starts. Coming back from 1800m where he ran a solid 3rd last start, the drop to 1500m looks ideal. The addition of blinkers first time and the booking of William Pike are significant positives. Has the tactical speed to position well in a race with genuine tempo.
Quality mare dropping significantly in class after running 5th in Listed company. The step up to 1500m looks suitable based on her racing pattern, and Steven Parnham maintains the ride. Should get a nice run midfield.
Consistent mare with a solid record of 3 wins and 4 placings from 19 starts. Has been racing well at shorter trips with a 4th last start in BM66+ company. The step up to 1500m is the query but her racing pattern suggests she'll handle it. Clint Johnston-Porter rides and from barrier 4 should get a nice run.
Lightly-raced 5YO gelding with a solid record of 4 wins and 4 seconds from 19 starts. Second-up today after a strong 3rd at this track two weeks ago. Has an excellent record at Ascot with 1 win, 2 seconds and 2 thirds from 5 starts. Previous winner at this distance and gets a good run from barrier 3.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Magna's Choice | 7 | William Pike | T M Andrews | 55.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 5 | Dug Another Hole | 3 | Brad Parnham | N D Parnham | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Earthstorm | 8 | Steven Parnham | Russell Stewart | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Regal Statue | 4 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 56kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Yarralea | 6 | Chris Parnham | N D Parnham | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Planet Cash | 5 | Austin Galati | Summer Dickson | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Climb On Top | 10 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | P R Bamford | 55.5kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Red Top | 9 | Jason Whiting | Ashleigh Woollett | 60kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Chino La Diva | 2 | Brayden Gaerth | Daniel O'Connor | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Deamber | 1 | Chanel Cooper | Ms S Bakranich | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Californication | 9 | Shaun O'Donnell | P W Rowe | 55.5kg |
Timeless Gem brings strong second-up credentials (3:1-2-0) into this race after a solid 4th last week over 1000m. The 7-day backup should have him primed, and the significant class drop is a major advantage. His barrier 3 draw allows tactical options in a race with very fast predicted tempo. The Brad Parnham/S J Miller combination is firing, and this gelding represents the best winning chance.
Thermosphere Lad comes off an impressive win at this track 14 days ago, demonstrating his affinity for Ascot (7:2-3-1). While stepping up in class, his consistent form line shows three consecutive top-3 finishes. His track and distance record (4:1-1-1) is excellent, and the Keshaw Dhurun/Angela Johnston combination is in good form. The midfield draw suits his running style, though the predicted fast tempo could be challenging. Represents strong place value.
The Calabrese brings excellent credentials with a 30% win rate and 60% place rate from 10 starts. The Jordan Turner/Gangemi combination is firing, and his barrier 5 draw gives options in a race with fast tempo. While stepping up in class, his lightweight (54kg) and consistent form make him a genuine contender for the placings.
His track and distance record is excellent (7:2-3-0), and he's proven at Ascot with 10 placings from 20 starts. The Steven Parnham/N D Parnham combination knows how to prepare a horse for these races.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Timeless Gem | 3 | Brad Parnham | S J Miller | 54.5kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 7 | Thermosphere Lad | 4 | Keshaw Dhurun | Angela Johnston | 54.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Canny Rock | 11 | Brandon Louis | B M Kay | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Wubin Gold | 7 | Troy Turner | C H Webster | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Sonoftheboss | 2 | Jason Brown | J P Taylor | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Six Shooter | 6 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Camera Action | 8 | Brayden Gaerth | S & J Casey | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Keep Reading | 9 | Natasha Faithfull | Daniel O'Connor | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Supersession | 1 | William Pike | A G Durrant | 58.5kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 12 | The Calabrese | 5 | Jordan Turner | C & M Gangemi | 54kg | $5.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Nobellity | 12 | Luke Campbell | Renee Forrest | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 3 | Sky Duke | 10 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
Luvnwar brings excellent recent form with three consecutive placings in quality races. Has a strong second-up record (5:3-0-0) and appears perfectly placed here with 56.5kg. The Michael Grantham-trained mare has shown tactical versatility and should get a good run despite barrier 9.
Storyville brings strong credentials with an excellent track record (9:3-0-0) and distance record (4:2-1-0). The G & A Williams-trained mare won two starts back in Group 3 company and has the services of champion jockey William Pike. While her last start was disappointing, she's proven capable of bouncing back quickly. The 60kg is a concern, but her class should see her competitive.
Bonjoy is a consistent performer with an excellent overall record (23:11-3-2) and strong track record (15:7-1-1). Well-weighted with 58.5kg and should get a good run from barrier 10, which may be advantageous given the track bias favoring middle barriers.
Well-weighted with just 55kg and drawn perfectly in barrier 3. Represents excellent each-way value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Storyville | 6 | William Pike | G & A Williams | 60kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Secret Attraction | 7 | Lucy F Fiore | P J Fernie | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Luvnwar | 9 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 2 | Machine Gun Gracie | 4 | Shaun O'Donnell | Ms J Erkelens | 60kg | $3.80 |
| 5th | 5 | Madame Magic | 1 | Natasha Faithfull | D & B Pearce | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Noteworthy | 8 | Chris Parnham | Michael Grantham | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Bonjoy | 10 | Billy Egan | J F Miller | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 6 | Zephyra | 5 | Brad Parnham | Simon Miller | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 10 | Amjaad | 3 | Austin Galati | Summer Dickson | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Chollima | 11 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | D T McAuliffe | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Impressive Jewel | 2 | Steven Parnham | A W Maley | 55kg | $71.00 |
Cosmic Crusader brings the strongest recent form, coming off an impressive Group 1 win just 7 days ago. His record at Ascot is excellent (5-1-3 from 12 starts) and he's perfect at this track and distance (2 from 2). The 7-day backup is ideal and he's proven tactically versatile.
His last start second in Group 1 company was excellent, and he's proven himself repeatedly at this level. The barrier is workable and he's shown he can carry weight effectively.
Rey Magnerio brings strong recent form with a win and two placings in his last three starts. While he has limited experience at Ascot, his adaptable racing style should suit the track. His overall win rate of 36% demonstrates his class, and he's proven competitive at Group level. The barrier draw is favorable for his running style.
His last start 4th in Group 1 company was full of merit, and he's been consistently performing at this level. With a strong overall win rate of 39% and a solid record at Ascot, he has the credentials to challenge the favorites. The barrier draw is favorable for his running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Rey Magnerio | 5 | William Pike | R D Griffiths | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 10 | Cosmic Crusader | 9 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | Overpass | 8 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 8 | Oscar's Fortune | 1 | Alan Kennedy | D M Luciani | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Super Smink | 2 | Lucy F Fiore | D L Morton | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Aztec Ruler | 4 | Chris Parnham | S V Vahala | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Magnificent Andy | 11 | Brad Parnham | S J Miller | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Western Empire | 12 | Billy Egan | G & A Williams | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Rope Them In | 7 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Bustler | 10 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Iowna Merc | 3 | Joey Azzopardi | Bjorn Baker | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Comfort Me | 6 | Holly Watson | Rhys Radford | 59kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Jokers Grin | 10 | Shaun O'Donnell | B A Miller | 59kg |
Second-up today with a proven record in this pattern, he drops 1.5kg and gets the services of WA's premier jockey William Pike. The barrier is slightly awkward but with his tactical speed, he should get a good position midfield and be strong late.
Her Ascot record is impressive with a win and three placings from five starts. While her recent form has been slightly declining, she's still running competitively and has a strong record on good tracks. The fast tempo should suit her finishing style.
Return Of The Mach comes into this race second-up after an impressive win at Bunbury. Her second-up record is excellent with a win and a second from two attempts. While she lacks experience at Ascot, her overall profile is progressive with two wins from just six starts. The lightweight of 55kg is advantageous, and she should be finishing strongly with natural improvement.
While his win record is modest with just one victory, his place record is outstanding with five seconds from ten starts. His Ascot record is particularly impressive with four placings from five attempts. Holly Watson knows him well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Salty Miss | 5 | Troy Turner | Tiarnna Noske | 54kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Magnique | 6 | Natasha Faithfull | Simon Miller | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 10 | Return Of The Mach | 7 | Lucy F Fiore | A G Durrant | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Hey Pino | 9 | William Pike | Ms R L Williams | 57.5kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 8 | Last Stylebender | 2 | Holly Watson | Mitchell Pateman | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Santanova | 10 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 7 | With Discretion | 11 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Hez Got The Safe | 4 | Jason Whiting | G C Ballantyne | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Just Saint James | 1 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Robert Gulberti | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Leading Taddy | 3 | Steven Parnham | A W Maley | 55.5kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Vomo Island | 12 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Katona | 8 | Laqdar Ramoly | R G Turrell Jnr | 54kg | $201.00 |
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