Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Friday 26 December 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 6 races at Ballina. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The mare has shown consistency with consecutive 4th placings and the removal of ear muffs first time suggests connections expect improvement. While yet to place from 7 starts, her recent runs indicate she's knocking on the door.
The inside barrier at Ballina is a significant advantage, particularly for a likely leader in a sprint race. The weight advantage over Ainsley (1.5kg) could prove decisive if the debutant has ability. The lack of form data creates uncertainty.
Be An Angel returns second-up after a 14-length defeat at Sunshine Coast. While unplaced in all three career starts, the filly carries just 54kg and should be fitter for the run. The 1015m looks suitable based on her previous run at 1000m where she finished 6th. The wide barrier is a concern at Ballina, but the light weight could help overcome this disadvantage.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Ainsley | 4 | Karl Zechner | Allan Chau | 57kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 6 | Money On My Mind | 5 | Bella Youngberry | Beau Gorman | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Luck Of The Draw | 2 | Brooke Stower | S B Lee | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Oakfield Galaxy | 3 | Jason Taylor | B Robinson | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Hooley | 1 | Dylan Turner | S B Lee | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Be An Angel | 6 | Jett Newman | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 54kg | $3.40 |
So Sain brings the strongest recent form into this race with consecutive placings in her last three completed starts before a solid 4th last time out. The inside draw is perfect for Ballina's tight-turning track, and she should get an economical run throughout.
He Is The Kiss is the most experienced runner in the field with a strong record of placings (8 seconds, 7 thirds from 39 starts). While he's yet to break through for a win, his consistency makes him a strong place chance, and he should be right in the finish again.
He's drawn well in barrier 4 and should be able to take up a forward position, which is advantageous at Ballina. While unproven at the distance and on soft tracks, his overall form suggests he can be competitive.
While yet to place from six starts, his recent improvement suggests he's ready to take the next step.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Rock My Baby | 7 | Danny Peisley | Peter Robl | 59kg | $18.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Steplika Lion | 9 | Brooke Ainsworth | Brooke Ainsworth | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 2 | He Is The Kiss | 2 | Karl Zechner | Allan Chau | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 9 | So Sain | 1 | Noriyuki Masuda | Ethan Ensby | 57kg | $3.80 |
| 5th | 8 | Justafever | 5 | Brooke Stower | Peter G Sinclair | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Chop Chop Go | 4 | Jett Newman | Renita Beaton | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Exodini | 8 | Bella Youngberry | Adam Campton | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Holy Havoc | 6 | Chris Taylor | Lili Park | 57.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Holler Dash | 3 | Jason Taylor | Taryn Churchill | 57kg |
Lightly-raced 3yo filly dropping significantly in class after competing well in stronger races. Her recent maiden win at Grafton was impressive, and she boasts an excellent record on soft tracks (1-1-1 from 4 starts).
Mare with excellent course and distance credentials (2-2-1 from 6 starts) who ran well fresh with a 3rd placing. The wide barrier is a concern, but her local knowledge and strong finishing ability should help overcome this.
Gelding dropping significantly in class who boasts a strong second-up record with 2 wins from 5 attempts.
Gelding with strong recent form, finishing 2nd last start in heavy conditions. Has won at this track previously (1-0-1 from 3 starts) and performs well on soft tracks (2-1-0 from 7 starts).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Come On Glamour | 1 | Brooke Stower | Scott Henley | 58.5kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 9 | Extreme Ally | 3 | Bella Youngberry | Beau Gorman | 57kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | Belistic Man | 5 | Amy Graham | Simon Grimson | 61kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Rylov | 2 | Jason Taylor | R H Dart | 62kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 10 | Shelly's Ace | 4 | Noriyuki Masuda | Taryn Churchill | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Surcote | 8 | Amelia Heinrich | Renita Beaton | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Cosmic Fortune | 10 | Jett Newman | S B Lee | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Dupont | 11 | Matthew Palmer | D W Dwane | 60.5kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 3 | No Ragrets | 7 | Mitch Goring | Carolyn Halliday | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 6 | She's A Bad Girl | 6 | Danny Peisley | Jamaica Atkinson | 60kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Sonic Arrow | 9 | Scott Sheargold | Phil Bobic | 56.5kg |
Has been racing in stronger company and drops back to a more suitable class. While unproven at the mile, his racing pattern suggests the distance will suit, and he's shown versatility across different track conditions.
Wexford Miss brings consistency to this race with a strong place record (4 seconds, 1 third from 17 starts). Gets the perfect draw in barrier 1 which is crucial at Ballina, and her racing pattern should suit this track. While she's only won once, she regularly finishes in the placings and gets weight relief here with 55.5kg.
Caramelfudgesundae is a progressive 3yo filly who finished a close 2nd just 7 days ago over 1500m. She's yet to win but has been consistent with 2 seconds and 2 thirds from 8 starts. Gets in with just 53.5kg and has drawn well in barrier 5. The class rise is a concern, but her lightweight and progressive profile make her a genuine contender.
She finished 2nd at Ballina two starts back and has a good record at this track with 1 second and 2 thirds from 9 starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Monarch Express | 9 | Dylan Turner | Jordan Lee | 59kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 8 | Wexford Miss | 1 | Bella Youngberry | Michael Morrison | 55.5kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Aima Sun | 7 | Karl Zechner | Allan Chau | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 4 | Royal Victory | 2 | S B Lee | 59kg | $26.00 | |
| 5th | 7 | Shannon's Legacy | 8 | Amelia Heinrich | Renita Beaton | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Cabo Casanova | 6 | Brooke Ainsworth | Brooke Ainsworth | 59kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Black Typhoon | 11 | Emily Pomfrett | Ruby Chatterton | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Magic Sound | 3 | Noriyuki Masuda | F Dichiera | 56.5kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Ourlegseleven | 4 | Brooke Stower | Ms S Pepper | 57kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Caramelfudgesundae | 5 | Jett Newman | L F Birchley | 53.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Junostar | 10 | S B Lee | 55kg |
Drawn perfectly in barrier 5 for this track configuration and should get an ideal midfield position. The slight step up in distance looks suitable based on his finishing patterns.
It'sallsaidandone comes off a last-start win at Coffs Harbour over a similar distance on a heavy track. Has proven soft track form with 2 wins and 2 placings from 12 starts on soft going. Has placed at this track previously and should get a good run from barrier 1. The weight (62kg) is the main concern, but the mare has shown she can carry weight effectively.
Ma's Epic comes off a solid second placing at Coffs Harbour and drops significantly in class for this assignment. Has previously placed at this track and performs well on soft tracks with 1 win and 1 placing from 4 starts. The mare is a consistent performer with 3 wins and 3 placings from 22 starts. Barrier 2 should give her options to settle forward in the run.
Drops significantly in class and has a strong record on soft tracks with 1 win and 7 placings from 14 starts. The step up in distance should suit based on his previous performances over similar trips.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Cowgirl Lilly | 11 | Samantha McGuren | 56kg | $6.00 | |
| 2nd | 6 | Husson's Revenge | 7 | Bella Youngberry | Rochelle Pereira | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 12 | He's Viral | 6 | Amy Graham | Greg Wright | 53.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Ma's Epic | 2 | Amelia Heinrich | Renita Beaton | 60.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Invisible Target | 5 | Brooke Stower | Rochelle Pereira | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 11 | Prometio Mas | 12 | Emily Pomfrett | Ruby Chatterton | 52.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 3 | It'sallsaidandone | 1 | Noriyuki Masuda | D W Dwane | 62kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Icewater | 10 | Danny Peisley | Daniel Bowen | 62.5kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 4 | Do It For You | 8 | S B Lee | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | My Girl Zarlie | 9 | Jett Newman | Ms S Pepper | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Cabo Casanova | 4 | Brooke Ainsworth | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Black Typhoon | 3 | Ruby Chatterton | 57.5kg |
Mishani Suspect brings the strongest recent form into this race with a 3rd placing just 15 days ago. The inside draw at Ballina is a significant advantage.
Thiem comes into this race second-up from a spell with a solid 3rd placing at Murwillumbah 14 days ago. While his win record is modest (1 from 8), he has placed in 25% of his starts. The wide barrier and top weight are concerns, but his recent form suggests he's ready to perform.
Oval Office returns from a 212-day spell with a perfect first-up record (1 from 1). The addition of blinkers for the first time could sharpen his performance. The wide barrier and top weight are negatives, but his first-up prowess and class drop make him a genuine contender.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Mishani Suspect | 1 | Bella Youngberry | Beau Gorman | 55.5kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 2 | Oval Office | 9 | Danny Peisley | J A Gilmore | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Thiem | 10 | Karl Zechner | Jimmy Downes | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 8 | Barron | 6 | Brooke Stower | Ms S Pepper | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Lombardi Lass | 2 | Jason Taylor | B Robinson | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Dubble Hussle | 4 | Noriyuki Masuda | Rochelle Pereira | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Kachina Girl | 5 | Jett Newman | Rochelle Pereira | 53.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Shillong | 8 | Amy Graham | L J Clapham | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Manhattan Dress | 7 | Dylan Turner | S B Lee | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Bring Me Saki | 11 | S B Lee | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Dazzling Peace | 12 | S B Lee | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Brazen Sailor | 3 | L F Birchley | 56.5kg |
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