Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Tuesday 16 December 2025
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Terang. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Bellabama brings the strongest recent form, having placed in her last two starts at Warrnambool. The Daniel Bowman-trained filly gets weight relief and has proven soft track form. Linda Meech booking is a significant positive.
Kingsford brings strong consistency with 2 seconds and 2 thirds from 6 starts. His last-start 2nd at Warrnambool indicates he's ready to fire second-up. Dean Yendall sticking with the ride is a positive sign, and his soft track record (4:0-1-2) suits today's conditions. The wide barrier is the main concern.
The Shane Jackson-trained filly draws perfectly in barrier 1 and gets the services of Craig Newitt. Her form is clearly improving with each run, and while untested at the mile, her racing pattern suggests she'll handle it.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Kingsford | 14 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 14 | Princess Sakiko | 1 | Craig Newitt | Shane Jackson | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Bellabama | 8 | Linda Meech | Daniel Bowman | 56kg | $2.30 |
| 4th | 16 | Where Eagles Dare | 9 | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $71.00 | |
| 5th | 8 | Mr Ribtickler | 5 | Lucinda Boyd | Lucinda Boyd | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Knucklehead | 2 | Will Gordon | Archie Alexander | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Boss Boy | 13 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 17 | Rookery Nook | 6 | Henry Dwyer | 58kg | $61.00 | |
| 9th | 15 | Amplification | 11 | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | $151.00 | |
| 10th | 6 | He's Electric | 3 | Christopher Pang | Tom Dabernig | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Pitman | 7 | Eoin Walsh | C Maher | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 1 | Bishop's Choice | 4 | Tom Madden | P A Chow | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 13th | 3 | Boulder Gold | 10 | Jason Webb | T Cottier | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Calusa's Fury | 8 | Andrew Bobbin | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Fox Strike | 17 | Joanne Mugavin | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Veins Within Rock | 12 | Liam Riordan | Matthew Brown | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Determinato | 13 | Cian Macredmond | Dominic Sutton | 58kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Soydecafflatte | 12 | Shane Jackson | 59.5kg |
Move The Torana brings the strongest form into this race with consecutive 2nd placings at her last two starts. First-up from a spell but has shown ability to perform fresh and gets the services of Fred Kersley. Maps to get a good run despite the wide barrier.
Petroula brings solid recent form with a 3rd placing at Donald 14 days ago. Well-drawn in barrier 3 and gets the services of top jockey John Allen. The Henry Dwyer stable is in good form and she should be right in the finish.
He's been consistent in recent starts and is well-drawn in barrier 4. The Erin Maher-trained gelding gets the services of experienced jockey Rhys McLeod and should be competitive again despite carrying top weight of 59.5kg.
The Daniel Bowman stable is in good form and she maps to get a good run from barrier 10.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Move The Torana | 16 | Fred W Kersley | L Smith | 57.5kg | $2.00 |
| 2nd | 16 | Moral Turpitude | 4 | Rhys Mc Leod | Erin Maher | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Frosty Night | 5 | Amy Herrmann | Jamie Barry | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Hughie's Spirit | 13 | Dylan Dunn | S R Fisher | 59.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Watt On Earth | 1 | Cian Macredmond | Anthony Cosgriff | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Lady Of Steel | 11 | Ryan Hurdle | Shay Keating | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Petroula | 3 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 57.5kg | $3.10 |
| 8th | 5 | Yankee Street Rain | 14 | Melissa Julius | Melissa Julius | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 3 | News Travels Fast | 8 | Jake Noonan | David & Coral Feek | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Stolen Stock | 6 | Will Gordon | Andrew Bobbin | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Rainbow Dolphin | 7 | Thomas Doyle | Stephen Lenehan | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 1 | Dollar Bucks | 15 | Jason Webb | T Cottier | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 13th | 9 | Mai Time | 2 | Tayla Childs | Scott McIntyre | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 10 | Meika Tate | 12 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 57.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Rub Of The Green | 2 | J A Heath | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Tornado Anwa | 3 | J A Heath | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | So Regal | 10 | Tom Madden | Daniel Bowman | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Muddy Puddles | 9 | Tayla Cameron | Andrew Bobbin | 53.5kg |
Bazzar brings the most reliable form to this maiden, having placed in both career starts. Second-up today with Linda Meech taking the ride is a significant positive. Should get a nice run midfield in what looks to be a fast-tempo race, giving him every chance to break through.
The Maher stable runner is improving with each start and has a solid record on good tracks. The wide barrier is a concern, but with a fast tempo expected, he should get his chance to run on strongly. Main danger to the top selection.
John Allen retains the ride which is a positive, and the horse has placed when first-up previously. Likely to be on speed which could be advantageous, though the fast tempo predicted may test his stamina late. The top weight is a concern.
The inside barrier draw is advantageous, and Will Gordon riding again provides continuity. While yet to win, he's showing progressive form and should appreciate the step up to 1200m.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Bazzar | 7 | Linda Meech | Tom Dabernig | 58kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 8 | Cute Girl | 6 | Fred W Kersley | Andrew Bobbin | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Gasoline Rainbow | 1 | Jake Noonan | Symon Wilde | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 2 | I'lberidin'shotgun | 9 | John Allen | Emma Church | 59.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Panelli | 4 | Dean Yendall | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Ramelle | 2 | Tom Madden | Symon Wilde | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Russian Choice | 5 | Alana Kelly | Andrew Noblet | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Sweatband | 3 | Will Gordon | P A Preusker | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Eye Tracker | 13 | Jack Hill | Shane Jackson | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Madam Griselda | 12 | Mitchell Aitken | V L Malady | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Alltogethernow | 10 | Dylan Dunn | M A Townsend | 59.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Bialiatski | 10 | W Morrissey | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Burleigh | 17 | Eoin Walsh | C Maher | 58kg | |
| 5 | Dioscuri | 8 | Liam Riordan | Andrew Bobbin | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Wilf | 5 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 58kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Just My Lot | 15 | Tom Dabernig | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Long Reign | 14 | T & C McEvoy | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Hard Hitter | 11 | Andrew Noblet | 58kg |
The Deep Field mare should improve significantly with that experience and has secured the services of Fred Kersley. Maps to get a perfect midfield position in a race with strong tempo, setting up for a strong finishing burst.
Buttercup comes into this second-up after a disappointing run at Warrnambool. However, her second-up record shows a placing and her run two starts back when second at Casterton demonstrated ability. The Tom Dabernig-trained mare draws perfectly in barrier 1 and gets the services of Jake Noonan. Should be able to position forward from the inside gate.
Nimcha is a well-bred Lonhro filly from the powerful Freedman stable who should improve significantly second-up. Her debut run was disappointing but the stable rarely has them fully wound up first-up. Gets the services of Linda Meech and carries just 56kg as a 3yo filly. The stable wouldn't persist unless they saw ability in trackwork.
Mamzelle Raine represents excellent value based on her last start 3rd at Penshurst over this distance. The improving form pattern (9-5-3) suggests she's hitting peak fitness. The wide barrier is a concern but the fast tempo should allow her to run on strongly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | I'm Helro | 8 | Fred W Kersley | L Smith | 57.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 5 | Buttercup | 1 | Jake Noonan | Tom Dabernig | 57.5kg | $4.80 |
| 3rd | 14 | Under Control | 9 | John Allen | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Jack The Boss | 3 | Mitchell Aitken | V L Malady | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Wembley Stadium | 4 | Ryan Houston | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 6th | 9 | Mamzelle Raine | 13 | Eoin Walsh | M J McKenzie | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Zanele | 7 | Alana Kelly | D J Cannon | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 17 | Nimbina | 12 | Harry Grace | S R Fisher | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 15 | Miss Lum | 10 | Liam Riordan | Michael Huglin | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Finnish Girl | 11 | Craig Newitt | Rene Pompe | 57.5kg | $91.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Leica Bella | 5 | Amy Herrmann | John Markovic | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 16 | Mr Frogadoo | 2 | Tayla Childs | Scott McIntyre | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Bonfire Jimmy | 18 | Shane Jackson | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | My Boy Lollipop | 15 | Rhys Mc Leod | W P Cerchi | 58kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Domestic Bliss | 16 | Tom Dabernig | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Nimcha | 6 | Linda Meech | A & S Freedman | 56kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Scusies | 13 | Ryan Hurdle | Toby Lake | 56kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Le Glacon | 17 | Will Gordon | D E Coombes | 59.5kg |
His consistency is impressive with 5 placings from 9 starts including 3 from 3 at this distance. Dean Yendall retains the ride and the class drop gives him a significant edge.
Ballynacally brings an impressive record of 2 wins and 2 seconds from just 4 career starts. While first-up from a spell and facing a class rise, her talent is undeniable and the booking of Linda Meech is significant. Her second-up record (1 from 1) suggests she'll improve further next start, but she has the class to run well fresh.
Flip The Switch brings strong credentials with 6 wins from 32 starts including an excellent record at this distance (6 wins from 25 attempts).
With 7 wins from 34 attempts at this distance and drawing the inside barrier, she has significant advantages. While first-up from a spell, her fresh record includes a win and a placing from 5 attempts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ballynacally | 9 | Linda Meech | Adam Chambers | 60kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 9 | Frose | 1 | Zoe Waller | Jamie Barry | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Brave Carol | 11 | John Allen | Andrew Noblet | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Grande Terre | 13 | Steven Vella | Kylie Vella | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 14 | Sea Mist | 12 | Craig Newitt | W P Cerchi | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Foragoodcause | 5 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 60kg | $2.20 |
| 7th | 11 | Over The Stars | 7 | Cian Macredmond | Henry Dwyer | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Flip The Switch | 3 | Melea Castle | Brooke Verwey-Mitchell | 61kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Carolina Breeze | 4 | Ryan Houston | Dominic Sutton | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 6 | British Statesman | 10 | Christopher Pang | Joanne Mugavin | 57kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Fox Man | 8 | Alana Kelly | Andrew Bobbin | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Becauseyou're Mine | 6 | Tom Madden | Shane Jackson | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 13th | 2 | Final Atom | 2 | Will Gordon | Charlotte Parker | 60.5kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 10 | The Mariner | 12 | Stephen Lenehan | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Prophet's Choice | 14 | Jack Hill | P A Chow | 55.5kg |
The Kill Club brings the strongest recent form into this race with consecutive placings in her last 4 starts including a win last start at Ararat. Her soft track record is excellent and she should get a perfect midfield position in a race with very fast tempo, allowing her to finish strongly. The class rise is offset by her consistency and strong finishing ability.
Polished Wood was impressive winning on debut at Ararat, showing good tactical speed and a strong finish. The inside barrier draw is perfect for this inexperienced gelding, allowing him to secure a good position.
My Angel Shell returns from a spell with a perfect record at this track. While first-up from a spell, his fresh record is solid, and he should get a good run from barrier 8. The weight is a concern, but his class and track experience offset this disadvantage.
He's Godspeed represents excellent value with a perfect barrier draw that should allow him to secure an ideal position in a race with very fast tempo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | He's Godspeed | 1 | Linda Meech | Daniel Bowman | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 13 | The Kill Club | 9 | Tom Madden | Adam Chambers | 58kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Edges Diamond | 7 | John Allen | Maddie Raymond & Patrick Bell | 61kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Rose Of Shalaa | 15 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 4 | My Angel Shell | 8 | Rhys Mc Leod | Tom Dabernig | 60.5kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 16 | Stolen Art | 12 | Liam Riordan | Simon Zahra | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Lucky Duck | 6 | Craig Newitt | J P Salanitri | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Hay Joe | 11 | Liam Riordan | P W McKenna | 61.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Ebony Fighter | 13 | Caitlin Hollowood | Mick Shepherdson | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 17 | Noubentekh | 5 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 18 | Elphaba | 10 | Alana Kelly | D J Cannon | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Polished Wood | 2 | Will Gordon | Mathew Smerdon | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 13th | 7 | Kilkenny Lass | 4 | Melissa Julius | Stephen Lenehan | 59kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | El Tercero | 11 | T Busuttin & N Young | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Immortal Star | 18 | C Maher | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Plenty Of Grunt | 3 | Jake Noonan | Symon Wilde | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Macocha | 14 | Henry Dwyer | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Wicked Storm | 16 | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 56.5kg |
Her record at the distance is excellent (1-2-1 from 4 starts) and she drops slightly in class here. The Symon Wilde stable is in good form and Jake Noonan is a capable jockey. Barrier 12 is the main concern but she has tactical speed to overcome it.
He ran a close 2nd last start and has a solid record at this distance (2-0-2 from 8 starts). The barrier draw (17) is a significant concern, but he has the class to overcome it. Tom Madden is a capable jockey and the slight class drop is in his favor.
Dark Harmony brings strong track credentials to this race with a win at Terang from three starts. The barrier draw (2) is advantageous and Linda Meech is a top jockey. His recent form has been only fair, but the class drop and track suitability make him a genuine chance.
The significant class drop from recent runs is a major positive, and his barrier draw (5) is advantageous. While his overall form has been inconsistent, the combination of factors makes him an excellent value proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | In Her Stride | 16 | Craig Newitt | J P Salanitri | 62.5kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Dark Harmony | 2 | Linda Meech | Aaron Purcell | 62.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Diamond War | 9 | Rhys Mc Leod | W P Cerchi | 63.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Sierra Dee Jay | 7 | John Allen | Thomas Carberry | 62kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Wild Willy | 5 | Beau Treloar | Jamie Opperman | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Flash Of Dallas | 6 | Cian Macredmond | Dominic Sutton | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Shooter Mcgavin | 17 | Tom Madden | Shane Jackson | 62.5kg | $2.80 |
| 8th | 5 | Gen Zed | 3 | Melissa Julius | Daniel Bowman | 62kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Imminent Storm | 15 | Liam Riordan | P W McKenna | 61.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 12 | All The Way Baby | 10 | Dean Yendall | M J Williams | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Our Uptown Girl | 11 | Sarah Field | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 60.5kg | $10.00 |
| 12th | 13 | French Savoy | 8 | Jarrod Fry | Mitchell Freedman | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 13th | 16 | Miss Remski | 1 | Christine Puls | Luke Williams | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 14th | 11 | Matrooshi | 12 | Jake Noonan | Symon Wilde | 60.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 8 | Wichitall | 14 | Ryan Hurdle | Symon Wilde | 62kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Phoebe Buffay | 18 | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Spanish Snitzel | 13 | Kate Walters | M W Greig | 57kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Timbolton | 4 | G L Donaldson | 54kg |
Progressive mare from the Symon Wilde stable who broke through for a maiden win two starts back before a solid 4th in BM56 company last start. Well-weighted and should get a nice midfield position despite the wide draw. Looks ready to peak third-up.
Consistent gelding from the Preusker yard who brings strong winning form with back-to-back victories. The query is the step up to 1600m for the first time, but his racing pattern suggests he should handle it. Carries topweight but has earned it with his recent performances.
Lightly-raced gelding from the Payne stable who has shown ability in his 5 career starts. Finished a solid 3rd last start in BM62 company and drops back slightly in class here. The removal of blinkers could help him settle better over the mile. Will likely push forward from barrier 5 and should be in the finish if he handles the distance.
Experienced mare from the Henry Dwyer stable who drops significantly in class from Open company. Has a strong record at the mile (14:2-1-3) and overall record of 44:7-6-5. The 59-day freshen-up is a query, but she's drawn well in barrier 4 and gets in well at the weights.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Luckett | 11 | Rhys Mc Leod | Dominic Sutton | 61kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 12 | My Uncle Did It | 12 | Ryan Hurdle | Symon Wilde | 60kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Surfy Pete | 7 | Jack Hill | P A Preusker | 62kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Feargal | 8 | Christopher Pang | Shane Jackson | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Friday At Five | 4 | Sarah Field | Henry Dwyer | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Battle Point | 1 | Cian Macredmond | Julie Scott | 61kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Handy Friend | 5 | Will Gordon | Patrick & Michelle Payne | 62kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Showmara | 2 | Lauren Burke | Shane Nichols & Hayden Black | 60.5kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 18 | Mallee Maid | 13 | A J Dudley | 54kg | $151.00 | |
| 10th | 14 | Nevra Queen | 9 | Eoin Walsh | Cameron Thompson | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Pianta | 15 | Kate Walters | Wayne Walters | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 12th | 15 | Ah Hei | 6 | Alana Kelly | Smiley Chan | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 13th | 10 | Tremamore | 14 | Jake Noonan | Symon Wilde | 61kg | $21.00 |
| 14th | 8 | Devil's Craft | 10 | John Allen | Archie Alexander | 61kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | West Cliff | 16 | Jamie Opperman | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Kokonotsu | 8 | Thomas Carberry | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Laugh With Me | 16 | Caitlin Hollowood | Matthew Brown | 57kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Quafftide | 3 | Matthew Brown | 55kg |
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