Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Friday 2 January 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Gundagai. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Capital Design brings the most consistent form to this race with 3 placings from 3 starts. The Ben Brisbourne-trained gelding has drawn perfectly in barrier 2 and comes off a solid 4th placing just 11 days ago. The drop to 54.5kg is another positive.
The Anthony Mountney-trained mare is on a 10-day backup suggesting peak fitness and has drawn well in barrier 5. With 11 career starts, she brings valuable experience to this maiden contest.
Romanticism represents significant value as a well-bred Capitalist filly dropping back from metropolitan racing. The Scott Collings-trained runner has drawn well in barrier 4 and multiple gear changes (blinkers off, ear muffs pre-race, tongue tie off) suggest the trainer is addressing previous issues. First-up from a spell but the class drop is significant.
The 7-year-old gelding has been racing consistently with 2 seconds and 2 thirds from 6 starts, including a close 2nd just two starts back. He's proven at the distance with 2 seconds and 1 third from 4 attempts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Romanticism | 4 | Pierre Boudvillain | Scott Collings | 55.5kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 6 | Bedda Mia | 5 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Mountney | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 11 | Travelon Dory | 6 | Dale Cole | N J Osborne | 52.5kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Shes Xee | 11 | John Kissick | Haylee Day | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Capital Design | 2 | Alice Kennedy | Ben Brisbourne | 54.5kg | $3.70 |
| 6th | 1 | Justbetryin' | 1 | Nick Heywood | K P Weir | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Supreme Honours | 10 | Billy Owen | T J McIlrick | 59kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Brutal To The Max | 8 | Holly Durnan | K P Weir | 55.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Paralia | 7 | Faith Collins | R P Wellington | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Triolli | 9 | Shaun Guymer | G D Hickman | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Moon Girl | 3 | Brendan Ward | K P Weir | 57kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Big Ted | 7 | K P Weir | 57.5kg |
His recent 3rd placing at Goulburn shows he's in good form, and his track/distance record of 2: 0-1-1 is a significant advantage. With 7 placings from 15 starts, he's consistently around the mark and appears ready to break through.
Deeply showed significant ability last start with a strong 2nd placing at Queanbeyan. With only 3 career starts, she has upside potential but lacks the proven consistency of the top selection.
His recent 3rd placing at Nowra two starts back shows ability, and the addition of a tongue tie could spark improvement.
The addition of blinkers first time is a significant gear change that could spark dramatic improvement, while the perfect barrier draw (2) gives her tactical options.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Mo Cent | 3 | Shaun Guymer | R T Waters | 55.5kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Deeply | 7 | Pierre Boudvillain | G P Vella | 55kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 1 | Entirely Oak | 4 | Molly Bourke | Greg Stephens | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Excel Moon | 5 | John Kissick | G J Colvin | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Big Ted | 6 | Jack Martin | K P Weir | 55.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Seasmoke | 2 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Michael Travers | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 10 | Uytaahkoo | 8 | Caitlin Sinclair | R R Weston | 52kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Apple Pie | 9 | Winona Costin | Pat Murphy | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Nero's Fire | 1 | Brendan Ward | K P Weir | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Moon Girl | 6 | K P Weir | 55kg |
Exiled Prince brings the strongest form credentials, having placed in 2 of 3 career starts. Has shown ability on both Good and Soft tracks. The significant class drop is a major positive, and the moderate-fast tempo should suit his racing style. Looks ready to break through.
Iced Poppy has the advantage of barrier 3 and a light weight of 54kg. Will likely secure a good position from the draw. Each-way proposition.
Has been consistent without placing in 4 starts. The moderate-fast tempo should suit his racing pattern, and Nick Heywood is a positive jockey booking. Drawn well in barrier 6 and appears to be improving with racing.
The first-time gear changes (ear muffs pre-race, lugging bit) could spark significant improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Delago Serg | 11 | Molly Bourke | P J Facoory | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Iced Poppy | 3 | Alice Kennedy | Ben Brisbourne | 54kg | $2.90 |
| 3rd | 7 | Cavascot | 10 | Bradley Vale | Shilleagh Meyervale | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Eyewhykaywhykay | 2 | Pierre Boudvillain | C D Widdison | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Harlem Tickle | 5 | Coriah Keatings | Scott Collings | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Smart Asset | 4 | Justin W Stanley | Ashleigh Smith | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Exiled Prince | 7 | Dale Cole | D A Williams | 54.5kg | $2.90 |
| 8th | 6 | Tossacod | 9 | John Kissick | K P Weir | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Skeldale House | 1 | Winona Costin | James Ponsonby | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Smolenski | 6 | Nick Heywood | Scott Collings | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 11th | 11 | Shooting Firm | 8 | Brendan Ward | K P Weir | 57kg | $26.00 |
The 3yo filly is lightly raced but showing rapid improvement, with a win from just 3 starts. Despite the class rise, her closing speed and favorable draw suggest she's ready to take the next step. The very fast tempo should suit her running style perfectly.
His last start 3rd at Albury over this distance shows he's in good form, and the class drop is significant. The wide barrier is concerning, but with the fast tempo predicted, his strong finishing ability should be an asset. The gear changes (nose roll off, pads on) suggest connections are fine-tuning.
Feedback comes off a last-start win at Goulburn and is well-drawn to utilize his early speed. The significant class rise is a concern, but his recent form suggests he's ready for the challenge. May face pressure early with the predicted fast tempo.
Freud represents excellent value dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger company. The 40-day freshen-up is a slight concern, but the class drop compensates. With the predicted fast tempo, his stamina from racing over longer trips should be beneficial.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Freud | 10 | Shaun Guymer | Michael Travers | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Maritime Express | 12 | Nick Heywood | Haylee Day | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 3 | Brass Monkeys | 7 | Pierre Boudvillain | Scott Collings | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Feedback | 2 | John Kissick | J M Cleary | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Perfectly Good | 13 | Josh Richards | Doug Gorrel | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Gustav | 9 | Bradley Vale | J W Scobie | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Colombiano | 8 | Molly Bourke | R P Wellington | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 12 | Sweet And Sour | 6 | Ella Bent | T J McIlrick | 52kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Bourbon Queen | 3 | Robyn Freeman | T J Wilson | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 10th | 9 | My Inspiration | 11 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Michael Travers | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Astern Torch | 1 | Carly Frater | G J Colvin | 56kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Wish You Were Here | 5 | Matthew Kelley | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Royal Detective | 1 | J M Cleary | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | The Favorite Son | 4 | J W Scobie | 55kg |
Strummer brings the strongest form credentials, dropping back from BM62/Open company where he's been competitive. His recent form includes a win, two seconds and a third from his last five starts. Versatile racing pattern allows tactical options from barrier 8.
Special Prophet brings improving form including an excellent 2nd in BM66 company last start at Bathurst. While stepping up in class, he's well weighted with just 53.5kg and has shown ability at similar distances. His Good track record shows he can place consistently (0-2-1 from 9 starts) and he should get a nice run from barrier 6.
Though rising in class, this lightly raced mare has shown ability with a win and a placing from 8 starts.
Though drawn wide, he should be suited by the predicted fast tempo and has proven ability at similar distances. His overall record of 4-4-6 from 46 starts shows consistency, and he handles Good tracks with 1-3-3 from 25 starts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Evokes | 7 | Robyn Freeman | Aaron Clarke | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Strummer | 8 | John Kissick | D J McCarthy | 62.5kg | $3.40 |
| 3rd | 6 | Party It Down | 9 | Molly Bourke | P J Facoory | 56kg | $3.90 |
| 4th | 5 | Special Prophet | 6 | Ryan Bradley | Ms M Hopkins | 53.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 13 | The Favorite Son | 5 | Bradley Vale | J W Scobie | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Shylock | 4 | Mathew Cahill | Kathryn Cahill | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Great Week | 10 | Teaghan Martin | Geoffrey Crothers | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Kerma Art | 1 | Pierre Boudvillain | G J Colvin | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Saint Loft | 12 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Michael Travers | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Satashi | 3 | Shaun Guymer | Michael Travers | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Track And Field | 11 | Brendan Ward | K P Weir | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Ana Carolina | 2 | Billy Owen | Matthew Kelley | 59kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Besson | 9 | Ashleigh Smith | 58.5kg |
The 11-year-old veteran has excellent statistics at this distance with 3 wins, 6 seconds and 5 thirds from 43 attempts. His tactical versatility will be valuable with the very fast tempo predicted, allowing him to settle midfield and finish strongly.
With a perfect barrier 1 draw and a good record at this distance (1-1-2 from 5 starts), she's well-positioned to capitalize on the fast tempo. Her second-up record adds confidence to her chances.
Lightly Sparkled presents as a strong chance second-up from a spell. From barrier 3, she should get an ideal run in midfield with the very fast tempo predicted.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Vainstream | 11 | Teaghan Martin | Geoffrey Crothers | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Prince Papa | 12 | Pat Murphy | 57.5kg | $19.00 | |
| 3rd | 9 | Super Sunny Seeya | 2 | Pierre Boudvillain | R P Wellington | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Lightly Sparkled | 3 | Nick Heywood | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 1 | Oh No Mikki | 9 | Ella Bent | C D Widdison | 61.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Santolini | 8 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Michael Travers | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Witch Of November | 1 | John Kissick | W G Carroll | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 8th | 15 | Hollerloud | 7 | Josh Richards | Andrew Dale | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Anthracia | 10 | Molly Bourke | P J Facoory | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 16 | Deep Joy | 5 | Shaun Guymer | Michael Travers | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 17 | Noble Nightcrawler | 6 | Holly Durnan | Olivia Osborne | 55kg | $91.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Railway Avenue | 14 | Mathew Cahill | Kathryn Cahill | 61kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Magic Leprechaun | 17 | Andrew Dale | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Bobotov | 15 | R P Wellington | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Trifecta Ruby | 16 | G J Colvin | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Densetsu | 11 | Andrew Dale | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Ta La Masca | 13 | K P Weir | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Finn's The Icon | 4 | K P Weir | 55kg |
His record at 1400m is excellent (2-0-1 from 3 starts), and he maps to settle midfield which suits the predicted very fast tempo. The quick backup is a slight concern, but his consistent form pattern suggests he can handle it.
Bavette is a lightly raced gelding with untapped potential, having won 2 of his 4 starts. The class rise is significant, but his raw ability suggests he can measure up.
Rileycat comes off a strong win over 1600m and has a good record at the 1400m distance with a win and two thirds from three attempts. The class rise is a concern, but her consistent form pattern suggests she can be competitive.
He's dropping in class here and draws well in barrier 4.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | Oneforian | 10 | N J Olive | 57.5kg | $4.80 | |
| 2nd | 5 | Astunner | 3 | Pierre Boudvillain | Darrell Burnet | 60.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Hellberg | 7 | Alice Kennedy | Ben Brisbourne | 56.5kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 8 | Kahawaty | 8 | Shaun Guymer | Michael Travers | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 13 | Gold Tracker | 5 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Michael Travers | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 14 | You're On Mute | 13 | Geoffrey Crothers | 56kg | $26.00 | |
| 7th | 6 | British Poet | 1 | John Kissick | Andrew Dale | 60.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Kermandie River | 14 | Darrell Burnet | 58.5kg | $31.00 | |
| 9th | 2 | Gundy Guy | 6 | Dale Cole | Todd Smart | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Crepescule | 15 | Ella Bent | R T Stubbs | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Champions League | 16 | Ryan Bradley | A D Bourke | 60kg | $17.00 |
| 12th | 9 | Luna Angel | 2 | Teaghan Martin | Geoffrey Crothers | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Bavette | 11 | Matthew Kelley | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Daze Off | 15 | Doug Gorrel | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Rileycat | 14 | Pat Murphy | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Drunken Sailor | 9 | Winona Costin | James Ponsonby | 57kg | |
| Scr | 17 | Battle Abbey | 4 | Robyn Freeman | T J Wilson | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Altrove | 12 | R P Wellington | 55kg |
Impressive debut winner who showed good tactical speed and a strong finish at Wagga. The advantageous barrier draw will allow him to settle midfield in a race with very fast tempo, which should suit his running style.
Her record of 1-3-7 from 19 starts shows consistency without winning often. Has excellent soft track credentials and her recent form has been solid with a close second two starts back. Will likely settle midfield and run on strongly.
Lightly-raced 3YO who has shown ability with a record of 1-1-1 from just 3 starts. Won last start over 1400m and should handle this distance. The wide barrier is a concern, but his progressive profile suggests he has more to offer. The class rise is significant but his win last start was dominant and indicates he's ready for this level.
Has won at this track and distance previously and should appreciate the fast tempo. The wide barrier is a concern, but she has shown the ability to overcome obstacles.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Denial | 5 | Brittany Button | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 60.5kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 15 | Densetsu | 2 | Andrew Dale | 55kg | $101.00 | |
| 3rd | 6 | Burnt To A Crisp | 3 | Josh Richards | Maddison Collins | 58kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 2 | Missile Defence | 4 | Winona Costin | A D Bourke | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Our Little Star | 7 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 12 | Dubai Fountain | 1 | Shaun Guymer | Andrew Dale | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Zoutempus | 12 | Pierre Boudvillain | Scott Collings | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Nepela | 10 | John Kissick | D J McCarthy | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 9th | 11 | Showtime Kistena | 13 | Holly Durnan | Heath Maclean | 55.5kg | $5.50 |
| 10th | 13 | Friskee Frog | 9 | Dale Cole | N J Osborne | 52kg | $7.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Penrose | 6 | Molly Bourke | A L McRae | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 16 | Ta La Masca | 11 | K P Weir | 55kg | $201.00 | |
| Scr | 4 | Spanish Night | 14 | Todd Smart | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Yes Maxi | 12 | Ben Brisbourne | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Angel Of The Sea | 16 | R P Wellington | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | We Shall Overcome | 15 | G P Vella | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Hollerloud | 11 | Andrew Dale | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Bulla Vinaka | 8 | Geoffrey Crothers | 55kg |
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