Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Friday 26 December 2025
Our top pick won 4 of 8 races at Warwick. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The gelding has been racing in stronger company and drops significantly in class here. His on-pace racing style suits Warwick's tight-turning track, and he should get a perfect run from barrier 6. The Good 4 surface is ideal based on his track record.
Solar Surfer brings solid recent form with a 3rd placing at Dalby just 15 days ago. The gelding should get an ideal run from barrier 5 on this tight-turning track. The Good 4 surface suits based on his previous performances.
The gelding is very race-fit having run just 5 days ago. His on-pace racing style suits Warwick's configuration, but the wide barrier (14) is a significant concern on this tight-turning track. If he can overcome the draw and find a position, he's a genuine place chance.
The mare has been racing consistently with 4th-3rd-4th placings in her last three starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Heza Romeo | 4 | Leslie Tilley | A & T Sweeney | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Solar Surfer | 5 | Damien Boche | Jack Bruce | 58.5kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 10 | Lulu A Natural | 8 | Micheal Hellyer | Jack Brown | 56.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Mishani Hercules | 6 | Olivia Kendal | Donna Stanbridge | 58.5kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 12 | Navy Slippers | 1 | Damien Boutet | C Maher | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 21 | Icey | 2 | Ms J Crompton | 56.5kg | $81.00 | |
| 7th | 3 | Hurricane Hank | 7 | Nathan Fazackerley | Ms N Hemmings | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Southampton Nicco | 14 | Colleen Krahnen | L J Roche | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 8th | 20 | Up Over'n Gone | 3 | K R Kemp | 57kg | $101.00 | |
| 10th | 16 | Shaken Martini | 10 | Gary Geran | Paula Davidson | 56.5kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Almond Gold | 4 | Brea Harrison | Bradley Smith | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Lakeland | 15 | Anthony Allen | Jimmy Downes | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Okanui | 14 | Stephen Kirkwood | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Kindly | 2 | Reece O'Connell | Corey & Kylie Geran | 53.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Brave Like Lily | 21 | Stephen Kirkwood | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Peroxide | 12 | C Maher | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Very Demure | 18 | L F Birchley | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Summer Ready | 13 | Montanna Savva | Darryl Knight | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Reva's Choice | 11 | Gregory Cornish | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Money On My Mind | 9 | Beau Gorman | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Street Dazzler | 12 | G J Banks | 56.5kg |
Has shown consistent improvement with 3 placings from 4 starts and maps to get an ideal run from barrier 2. The filly is ready to break through for a maiden win after knocking on the door in recent starts.
Mishani Comrade brings solid recent form with consecutive 2nd placings and draws the inside barrier which is crucial at Warwick. Maps to lead or be right on the speed which is advantageous at this track. The gelding is knocking on the door for a win but carries 58kg which is the main query against the improving Our Brave Lini.
The gelding has been racing in stronger company and drops significantly in class here. The main query is the 58kg impost.
The filly is dropping significantly in class and has drawn well in barrier 5.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Mishani Comrade | 1 | Olivia Kendal | Donna Stanbridge | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | Astern Effort | 6 | Nathan Fazackerley | R G Lipp | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 14 | Zousain Girl | 5 | Chris Whiteley | Nicholas Beck | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Our Brave Lini | 2 | Brandon Lerena | William Kropp | 56kg | $1.90 |
| 5th | 7 | Royal Diplomat | 4 | Bailie Baker | Darren P Bell | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Mr Democrat | 3 | Damien Boche | Jack Bruce | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Paciera | 12 | Leslie Tilley | M A Currie | 56kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 6 | Okanui | 8 | Jake Molloy | Stephen Kirkwood | 58kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Shes A Belle | 9 | Rob Thorburn | R G Lipp | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 19 | Gairloch | 7 | Ms O Cairns | 56kg | $151.00 | |
| Scr | 2 | Hell To The Line | 4 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Michifuku | 5 | Kenji Yoshida | K R Kemp | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Sleepy Joe | 12 | Anthony Allen | L J Roche | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Fyansford Flyer | 10 | Colleen Krahnen | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 54kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Lift'n'mehigher | 17 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Dashing Mars | 11 | Adam Campton | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Symphonion | 15 | Jayden Sims | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Up Over'n Gone | 11 | K R Kemp | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Holy Havoc | 19 | Lili Park | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Nuzana | 2 | Bob Davis | 56kg |
Champagne Tower brings the strongest form credentials, having placed multiple times in stronger metropolitan maidens. The mare has been knocking on the door with three second placings and drops significantly in class for this country maiden. Should get a good run from midfield and finish strongly.
Wanna Kiss is showing an improving pattern with a 5th and 4th in her only two starts. The application of blinkers for the first time should sharpen her focus, and from barrier 5 she maps to settle on-pace which suits the Warwick track pattern.
Hell To The Line has shown ability with a placing two starts back at Toowoomba. The gelding has been consistent in his three career starts and should be prominent in running despite the wide barrier. Represents place value in this field.
The filly draws the inside barrier which is a significant advantage at Warwick, especially over this distance. The step up from 1000m to 1500m should suit based on her running style, and she's likely to improve second-up.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Champagne Tower | 10 | Rob Thorburn | R G Lipp | 55kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Hell To The Line | 11 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 12 | Wanna Kiss | 5 | Leslie Tilley | H R Richardson | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Proud Miss | 6 | Reece O'Connell | Corey & Kylie Geran | 53.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Showbiz Vega | 1 | Olivia Kendal | Vic Heading | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Preachabull | 9 | Wayne O'Connell | D & G Lane | 56.5kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Love To Be Proud | 8 | Micheal Hellyer | Michael Frappell | 58.5kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Jimmy Plod | 2 | Nathan Fazackerley | Ms N Hemmings | 58.5kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Montevecchio | 4 | Shakira Bailey | Jason Hancock | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Western Air | 3 | Brandon Lerena | M A Kropp | 58.5kg | $71.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Valley Of Fame | 7 | Montanna Savva | Jack Brown | 56.5kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Steplika Lion | 11 | Brooke Ainsworth | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Symphonion | 5 | Jayden Sims | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Strike Me Pink | 12 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 55kg |
Ariat brings the strongest Warwick form to this race with 2 wins from 3 starts at the track including a win over the 1350m trip. The fast tempo should suit her versatile running style, and she maps to get an ideal run from barrier 8.
The fast tempo should suit his running style, and while he's rising in class, his raw ability suggests he can measure up.
Fire And Light brings strong Warwick form (1-1-0 from 3 starts) and consistent recent performances to this race. Being second-up from a spell is ideal for this gelding, and his recent run at Dalby (4th) showed he's ready to peak. While facing a class rise, his track record at Warwick and ability to race on-pace from barrier 11 gives him strong claims.
Significantly, he's dropping in class from a BM65 and draws perfectly in barrier 2.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Bavarian Lady | 3 | Rob Thorburn | M A Currie | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Ariat | 8 | Colleen Krahnen | Anthony Freeman | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Takunai | 2 | Leslie Tilley | Jeff Dunn | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Toba | 10 | Micheal Hellyer | R G Lipp | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Luconi | 1 | Damien Boche | Jack Bruce | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Blue Chip Girl | 7 | Reece O'Connell | Corey & Kylie Geran | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Fire And Light | 11 | Brandon Lerena | William Kropp | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 9 | South Sea | 9 | Jake Molloy | Stephen Kirkwood | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 9th | 15 | Royal Charge | 4 | Montanna Savva | Ms N Hemmings | 57kg | $91.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Knowitall Frank | 6 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Spooky Spirit | 5 | Bailie Baker | K R Kemp | 61kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Mazita | 11 | Troy Pascoe | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Something Forjo | 12 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Gotebo | 15 | Jade Metcalfe | P J Wallace | 56kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Life Of Tree | 14 | Olivia Kendal | M Callaghan | 58kg |
Has won at this track previously and maps to get an ideal on-pace position from barrier 3, which is crucial at Warwick. Her consistent form (3-4-3 from 18 starts) and ability to handle good tracks make her the clear standout.
His consistent place record (2-3-3 from 13 starts) suggests reliability, though first-up record is modest. The gear changes (blinkers off, tongue tie on) indicate trainer is fine-tuning for this assignment. Well-weighted and should settle midfield with options to navigate through the field.
Keepmeinthelope brings solid recent form with two wins from his last three starts. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 to utilize his early speed at this track, which typically favors leaders. The addition of winkers first time could sharpen him up but also presents a slight risk.
Though first-up today, his second-up record suggests he'll improve next start, but the perfect barrier draw and significant weight advantage (54kg) give him strong claims here. His ability to handle good tracks and consistent placing record indicate reliability. The class rise is a concern, but the weight relief and inside draw at this leader-favoring track offset this.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Mishani Crown | 3 | Olivia Kendal | Donna Stanbridge | 58kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 9 | Call Out | 1 | Bailie Baker | Adam Campton | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Cardiologist | 8 | Brandon Lerena | M A Kropp | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Keepmeinthelope | 2 | Rob Thorburn | M A Currie | 58.5kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 8 | Shouts All Day | 5 | Hannah Richardson | M A Kropp | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Missy's Ready | 9 | Micheal Hellyer | Garry Osborne | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Higher Calling | 4 | Kenji Yoshida | Trevor Stephens | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Airswing | 10 | Paul Hamblin | S Hardy | 58.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Reachover | 7 | Wayne O'Connell | Wayne O'Connell | 60kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Throw One In | 6 | Nathan Thomas | Stewart Matthews | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Roconono | 12 | Ravyn Warzecha | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Artopia | 8 | Leslie Tilley | Pat W Webster | 58kg |
Invahir brings the strongest recent form into this race with a win at Roma followed by a close third at Doomben. While facing a class rise, his tactical versatility and consistent form make him the standout selection in a race that should be run at a genuine tempo.
Mishani Renegade brings a solid profile with a strong win rate and good record on good tracks. His recent form has been improving with two wins from his last six starts. Well-weighted with 54kg and drawn neutrally in barrier 7, he should get a good run in transit. While facing a class rise, his ability to perform on good tracks and tactical versatility make him a genuine place chance.
Earl Of Bantry brings a progressive profile with an impressive 40% win strike rate and excellent first-up statistics. Coming from barrier 3 is ideal at Warwick where inside gates are advantageous. While facing a class rise, his tactical versatility and strong record on good tracks suggest he can be competitive. His trainer has him ready to fire fresh and the inside draw gives him tactical options.
Though his win rate is modest, his place strike rate of 36% shows consistency, and he's drawn perfectly in barrier 4 to get an ideal run.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Invahir | 11 | Leslie Tilley | Pat W Webster | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 17 | Innervisions | 4 | Micheal Hellyer | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Secret Plan | 10 | Rob Thorburn | M A Currie | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 11 | This Is One | 6 | Bailie Baker | K R Kemp | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Mishani Renegade | 7 | Olivia Kendal | Donna Stanbridge | 54kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 16 | Tigon Princess | 1 | Anthony Allen | L H Wheeler | 54kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Can't Getwhatiwant | 9 | Montanna Savva | K R Kemp | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Adalie | 8 | Reece O'Connell | Corey & Kylie Geran | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Ned's Gully | 12 | Paul Hamblin | P J Wallace | 60kg | $7.00 |
| 10th | 18 | Sleepy Joe | 2 | L J Roche | 54kg | $101.00 | |
| Scr | 4 | Jack Be Lucky | 17 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 56kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Earl Of Bantry | 3 | Damien Boutet | C Maher | 55kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Perfect Mission | 16 | Adam Campton | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Twyford | 13 | J J Hubbard | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Russian Mint | 3 | Anthony Allen | L J Hatch | 54kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Big Boy George | 5 | Nathan Thomas | M A Currie | 54kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Bundella | 10 | Chelsea Baker | T J Gollan | 54kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Hoot 'n' Holler | 9 | Troy Pascoe | 54kg |
The mare has shown versatility in running style and should appreciate the weight relief here. The fast tempo should suit her finishing style.
Clearly George brings consistency and experience to this race with a strong second last start at Kilcoy. The 6yo gelding has a good record at this track and should be prominent from the outset. While the weight is a concern, his proven ability at the distance (3 seconds from 12 starts) and likely forward position in a race favoring leaders makes him a genuine threat.
The gelding has shown ability in higher class races with a recent second in Class 2 company. The quick backup indicates fitness and trainer confidence.
Second-up today and dropping significantly in class from Open company last start.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Gerry's Pick | 8 | Anthony Allen | Jeff Dunn | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 12 | Black 'n' Deadly | 15 | Bailie Baker | Ravyn Warzecha | 53.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Love To All | 14 | Micheal Hellyer | Michael Nolan | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 18 | Little Vain | 12 | L J Roche | 57kg | $19.00 | |
| 5th | 16 | Oh Pretty Emma | 7 | William Kropp | 54.5kg | $8.50 | |
| 6th | 2 | Clearly George | 9 | Olivia Kendal | Vic Heading | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 14 | Mishani Breeze | 4 | Reece O'Connell | Donna Stanbridge | 52.5kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Ejay's Firefox | 2 | Jade Metcalfe | P J Wallace | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 6 | Sweetpea Moochi | 17 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Mr Evans | 18 | Damien Boche | K J Sims | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Brave Cowboy Bill | 6 | Paul Hamblin | Ms O Cairns | 60kg | $18.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Stormstout | 1 | Colleen Krahnen | R G Howard | 56kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Headline Legend | 13 | John Thomas | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Quarter Red | 10 | Leslie Tilley | Pat W Webster | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Brazen Sailor | 19 | L F Birchley | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Dubble Hussle | 10 | Rochelle Pereira | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Kachina Girl | 5 | Rochelle Pereira | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Invisible Target | 3 | Rochelle Pereira | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 19 | Minxy | 13 | Darren P Bell | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Throw One In | 16 | Stewart Matthews | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 21 | Reachover | 11 | Wayne O'Connell | 55kg |
Has been racing consistently in similar or higher class races and maps to get an ideal midfield position from barrier 3.
Jenni Moreese brings strong recent form with a close second last start over 1800m. While she's unproven at the 2000m journey, her racing pattern suggests she'll handle it.
He's dropping in class which is a significant positive, and the lightweight of 54kg will help.
The removal of blinkers could help her settle better in a race that should be run at a moderate-fast tempo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Up And Comer | 8 | Damien Boche | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Whatjeudoin' | 3 | Brandon Lerena | M A Kropp | 56.5kg | $2.15 |
| 3rd | 8 | Security Advisor | 9 | Bailie Baker | James Hepworth | 54kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Jenni Moreese | 6 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 59.5kg | $2.50 |
| 5th | 1 | Let Fly | 2 | Reece O'Connell | Corey & Kylie Geran | 61kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Flying Rothe | 1 | Olivia Kendal | Vic Heading | 54kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Frijoles | 10 | Nathan Thomas | G R Schwenke | 54kg | $91.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Quality Miss | 7 | Anthony Allen | Diane Murphy | 54kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Alpine Kandy | 5 | Micheal Hellyer | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Pride Of Savabella | 11 | L F Birchley | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Super Fair | 1 | Jade Metcalfe | M Callaghan | 56kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Pleadeel | 4 | Leslie Tilley | Michael Morrison | 57.5kg |
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