Lightly-raced So You Think colt showing excellent progression with each start. The inside draw gives tactical options and his light weight is a significant advantage in this staying test.
New South Wales · Wednesday 31 December 2025
Nowra tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 6 races at Nowra. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Astute Financial Plate (C1)
Consistent mare coming off a strong 2nd placing over 2000m at Canberra. While her win strike rate is modest, she's reliable for the placings and should appreciate the step up to 2200m. Drawn to get a good run from barrier 5.
While yet to break through for a win, he's been consistent in recent starts and looks ready for this step up in distance. The moderate tempo should suit his midfield running style, though he faces a significant class rise here.
American Pharoah mare who ran 3rd last start over 2100m, suggesting she's finding form at the right time for this assignment. Her previous win over 2100m confirms her staying ability, and the inside draw is perfect for conserving energy.
- 1st7DezignationPierre Boudvillain$2.45
- 2nd4Babyfaced AssassinAmy Mc Lucas$8.00
- 3rd2Hotlips HoulihanJeff Penza$71.00
- 4th1Bo CougarJessica Brookes$5.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Dezignation | 3 | Pierre Boudvillain | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $2.45 |
| 2nd | 4 | Babyfaced Assassin | 4 | Amy Mc Lucas | G Portelli | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Hotlips Houlihan | 2 | Jeff Penza | Shari-Lea Hitchcock | 57kg | $71.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Bo Cougar | 5 | Jessica Brookes | K Dryden & L Snowden | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Convert | 7 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 55kg | $3.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Rawano | 6 | Grant Buckley | Gary Crossley | 56.5kg | $151.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Pharoah's Crystal | 1 | Robyn Freeman | David Pfieffer | 57kg | $5.00 |
| Scr | 8 | More Than Bubbles | 7 | Matthew Smith | 55kg |
South Coast Retreat (Bm66)
Devine Outcast brings the strongest credentials with a last-start win over this track and distance just 17 days ago. Her record at the mile is solid (2-3-0 from 11 starts) and she's proven adaptable across track conditions. The inside draw should allow her to secure a good position in running, and maintaining the same weight as her last win is advantageous. The class rise is the main query, but her consistency suggests she can handle it.
Ohtani comes into this race with strong momentum after a last-start win over the mile at Canberra. His record at this distance is encouraging (1-0-2 from 5 starts) and he's shown versatility across different track conditions. His improving form pattern suggests he's ready to handle the step up in grade.
Energetic Legend brings solid recent form into this race with a last-start 4th at Kembla Grange. While yet to win at the mile, he's been competitive at the trip and appears to be improving with each run this preparation. The top weight is a concern, but his recent performances indicate he's ready to produce a strong showing.
His tactical versatility and good draw should allow him to secure a favorable position in running. Though yet to win at the mile, he's shown enough to suggest he can be competitive at this distance, especially if the race is run at a solid tempo.
- 1st4Hell's ItchAdam Farragher$8.00
- 2nd5OhtaniPierre Boudvillain$2.60
- 3rd3Devine OutcastBrock Ryan$3.70
- 4th1Energetic LegendGrant Buckley$3.50
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Hell's Itch | 3 | Adam Farragher | John Thompson | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Ohtani | 5 | Pierre Boudvillain | Bryce Heys | 57.5kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Devine Outcast | 1 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 1 | Energetic Legend | 6 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | $3.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Tod | 2 | Ryan Bradley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 52.5kg | $41.00 |
| 2 | Skiing | 4 | Shaun Guymer | Robert Quinn | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Ken'ker | 4 | D Wagstaff | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Think I'm Irish | 5 | D Wagstaff | 55kg |
Stroud Homes Mdn Plate
Royal Chic brings strong form credentials dropping back from Listed company where she's been competitive. While she's yet to win, she's been consistent with placings in stronger company and looks well-placed to break through in this significantly easier assignment.
Dashing Double brings solid consistency with 4 third placings from 7 starts including a good effort last start at Gosford over this distance. He's drawn well in barrier 4 and has proven he can handle the distance.
Royston comes into this second-up after a solid fourth placing at Hawkesbury over this distance. The wide barrier is a concern, but with an experienced jockey aboard, he should be able to find a position midfield and finish strongly. Represents each-way value.
His third placing two starts back at Kembla Grange showed ability, and his last start fifth wasn't without merit. The step up to the mile looks suitable based on his racing pattern.
- 1st10Sir TuaTeaque Gould$17.00
- 2nd13What She's HavingPierre Boudvillain$4.20
- 3rd2First ThoughtAdam Farragher$26.00
- 4th8Dashing DoubleL P Beuzelin$5.50
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Sir Tua | 8 | Teaque Gould | Richard & Will Freedman | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 13 | What She's Having | 5 | Pierre Boudvillain | Matthew Smith | 55.5kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 2 | First Thought | 9 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Dashing Double | 4 | L P Beuzelin | T Wong | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Ain't Seen Mars | 2 | Jeff Penza | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Walk Like A Man | 10 | Nick Heywood | K J Parker | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Mochima | 3 | Andrew Calder | Ms A Turner | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Royston | 11 | Shaun Guymer | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Strassman | 6 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Royal Chic | 1 | Ellen Hennessy | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | $3.90 |
| 11th | 11 | Zeema | 7 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 57kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Currahee | 13 | C Maher | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | So Superior | 12 | Molly Bourke | Ms A Turner | 59kg |
Norm Thomason Memorial Country Boosted (Bm58)
Burrowa brings the strongest form into this race with a win and second from his last two starts. While carrying top weight, he's proven capable under similar conditions and has the tactical versatility to overcome his middle draw. Dale Cole's claim helps offset the weight imposition.
Son Of Eureka brings solid consistent form into this race with a strong second last start at Gundagai. Well-drawn in barrier 2 to utilize his on-pace racing style, he should get an ideal run in transit. While facing a class rise, his distance record and the Matthew Dale/Nick Heywood combination provide confidence.
Her consistent recent form with three consecutive placings suggests she's ready to win. The removal of ear muffs first time could spark further improvement, and her tactical versatility from barrier 6 should allow her to find a good position. While facing a slight class rise, her upside potential makes her a genuine chance.
The quick backup from her solid 4th at Wagga indicates fitness and trainer confidence. While drawn awkwardly in barrier 9, her versatile racing pattern should allow her to overcome this.
- 1st1BurrowaDale Cole$2.70
- 2nd7Soho SushiAdrian Layt$9.00
- 3rd5Bound To FireJack Martin$18.00
- 4th9TrianonJeff Penza$31.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Burrowa | 5 | Dale Cole | Rob Potter | 60kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 7 | Soho Sushi | 1 | Adrian Layt | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Bound To Fire | 3 | Jack Martin | Warren Ganderton | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Trianon | 8 | Jeff Penza | T J Robinson | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Son Of Eureka | 2 | Nick Heywood | Matthew Dale | 60.5kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 6 | Vereeva | 7 | Shaun Guymer | B L Adams | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Threefold | 6 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Sawmill | 4 | Brock Ryan | Warren Ganderton | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Miss Scoop | 9 | Robyn Freeman | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 58.5kg |
Henry ''Old Tommy'' Pasterfield Memorial (Bm58)
Perfectly drawn in barrier 2 to get an ideal run in a race with very fast tempo. Has proven ability on soft tracks and is race fit with only 19 days since her last run. Represents the strongest winning chance.
Girls Weekend brings strong second-up credentials with a win from two second-up attempts. While disappointing first-up, she should improve significantly second-up and has the benefit of Grant Buckley aboard. Expect a much-improved showing.
Dekadance brings a strong first-up record and excellent credentials at this distance with 2 wins from 4 starts. Her overall consistency (2-2-2 from 7 starts) is impressive, and she handles soft tracks well. The 99-day break is a concern, but her first-up record suggests she can perform fresh. The top weight is a challenge, but her class should see her competitive.
While the 201-day break is a concern, she handles soft tracks and has the ability to run well fresh. Trainer Tash Burleigh has her stable in good form, making this mare an attractive value proposition.
- 1st4Platinum GiftL P Beuzelin$8.00
- 2nd7ItszarbabyAmy Mc Lucas$2.90
- 3rd2Gooloo BuckyBrock Ryan$10.00
- 4th5Bon EltonShaun Guymer$51.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Platinum Gift | 7 | L P Beuzelin | T Wong | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Itszarbaby | 2 | Amy Mc Lucas | G Portelli | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 2 | Gooloo Bucky | 1 | Brock Ryan | Paul Murray | 60.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Bon Elton | 4 | Shaun Guymer | G M Brown | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Girls Weekend | 3 | Grant Buckley | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 9 | Unnatural Power | 9 | Olivia Chambers | J M Sharah | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Isagura | 5 | Jessica Brookes | Tash Burleigh | 53kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Cloud Of Dust | 8 | Richard Bensley | Tash Burleigh | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Unjust | 10 | Robyn Freeman | J M Sharah | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Dekadance | 6 | Rochelle Wedrat-Kroezen | Danielle Seib | 59kg | $5.00 |
Solomon Motor Group Mdn Hcp
Bjorn Baker-trained debutant drawn perfectly in barrier 5 to take advantage of the compressed weights. Should get an ideal run on-pace in a race with very fast tempo. The pre-race ear muffs suggest good temperament, and Baker has a strong record with well-prepared first starters. Stands out as the most likely winner in a maiden with many unraced or limited form runners.
Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott-trained gelding resuming from spell with significant gear changes (blinkers and cross-over nose band off) plus gelding operation. Has shown ability with a placing from two starts. The wide barrier (17) is the main concern, but the stable's expertise and the horse's soft track form suggest he can overcome this disadvantage. Likely to improve significantly.
Amy McLucas booking is a positive.
Recently placed 3rd at this track over 1100m and is dropping significantly in class. Has shown ability on soft tracks with a placing from one start. Genuine value chance.
- 1st2Gem TycoonOlivia Chambers$3.00
- 2nd20Power Hungry$15.00
- 3rd8Fly The WindMolly Bourke$9.00
- 4th3WillinghamL P Beuzelin$2.70
Full result · 13 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Gem Tycoon | 5 | Olivia Chambers | Bjorn Baker | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 20 | Power Hungry | 19 | J M Sharah | 56.5kg | $15.00 | |
| 3rd | 8 | Fly The Wind | 4 | Molly Bourke | Matthew Smith | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Willingham | 17 | L P Beuzelin | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 58kg | $2.70 |
| 5th | 16 | Sudden Strike | 18 | T Wong | 56kg | $91.00 | |
| 6th | 6 | Zougotme | 13 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 19 | Stormzino | 10 | G Portelli | 55.5kg | $151.00 | |
| 8th | 12 | Flying Giselle | 2 | Andrew Calder | Marc & Mitchell Conners | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Zoustrong | 9 | Nick Heywood | R & L Price | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 10th | 18 | Medieval Mayhem | 12 | Robyn Freeman | G M Brown | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Bold Alliance | 6 | Adrian Layt | Blake Ryan | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Staccato | 8 | Amy Mc Lucas | G Portelli | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 13th | 7 | Fastest Choice | 3 | Shaun Guymer | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Top Speed | 7 | Pierre Boudvillain | C Maher | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Trust Your Cape | 15 | J M Austin | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | I Love Prague | 20 | C Maher | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Romancastle | 16 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Villainess | 11 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Corio Willow | 1 | Tash Burleigh | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Vantante | 14 | Paul Murray | 55.5kg |
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