Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Sunday 4 January 2026
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Gilgandra. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Blue De Beers brings the strongest recent form, coming off an impressive maiden win at Bathurst. Second-up today with a proven record in this pattern, he drops significantly in class from his previous runs. The 3YO colt is still improving and should handle the Good track perfectly. Ideally positioned in midfield from barrier 4, he's well-placed to take advantage of Gilgandra's on-pace bias in sprint races.
Romantic Love brings solid credentials with a strong record at this distance and excellent form on Good tracks. His recent Class 1 win at Narromine demonstrated his ability, and the visors going on first time could sharpen him up. Likely to settle on-pace which suits Gilgandra's layout.
Crown Legend returns from a spell with a solid first-up record. The barrier draw is ideal for Gilgandra's on-pace favoring layout, and he should be able to secure a forward position. While facing a class rise and unproven at the distance, his consistency and tactical speed make him a place chance. His recent form before the spell was solid with a win and placing in his last 4 starts.
The perfect barrier draw will allow him to utilize his tactical speed at Gilgandra's on-pace favoring layout. His first-up record of 3:1-0-0 indicates he can fire fresh.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | News Bound | 7 | Leeshelle Small | R P Northam | 53.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Crown Legend | 3 | Jacob Stiff | M D Griffith | 54kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Romantic Love | 6 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Blue De Beers | 4 | Kody Nestor | C Lundholm | 55.5kg | $1.40 |
| 5th | 6 | As Expected | 1 | Tilly McCarroll | Nicole Shields | 53kg | $71.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Gettin' Tipsy | 5 | Clayton Gallagher | David J Smith | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Point Out | 2 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Ian Holland | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
Midfield map ideal for fast tempo on compact Gilgandra where closers can feature with rhythm. Superior recency/class to rivals in maiden.
Barrier 4/low weight suits on-pace Gilgandra bias, midfield in fast tempo. Good 4 specialist (5:0-0-2).
Light weight/3yo status appeals in maiden, midfield map workable.
Bold Bender value roughy with barrier 1 to lead/controlling tempo at leader-biased Gilgandra 1600m.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Compadre | 7 | Tilly McCarroll | S I Singleton | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Takethemoneyandrun | 2 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Gavin Groth | 58kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 5 | Effietrinket | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Sally Torrens | 56.5kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Deepfield King | 8 | Wendy Peel | Kieren Hazelton | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Vino Rapido | 4 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 54kg | $3.40 |
| 6th | 3 | Xtra Bloom | 5 | Kody Nestor | J P Drake | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Earlington | 3 | Siena Grima | Ian Holland | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Withania | 9 | Shannen Llewellyn | Kieren Hazelton | 56kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Bold Bender | 1 | Jacob Stiff | Connie Greig | 53kg |
Lightly-raced 3yo who has shown ability in all three career starts. Placed second first-up last start and now second-up where he has a placing from one attempt. The addition of visors first time could sharpen him up, and he maps to get a nice run in midfield with cover. Should be suited by the fast tempo and can finish strongly.
Consistent placegetter dropping significantly in class from Class 1 to Maiden grade. Has drawn perfectly in barrier 1 which is advantageous at Gilgandra. First-up from a spell but has been competitive fresh before. The removal of blinkers and tongue tie suggests connections are trying something different to find that elusive win. Should get an economical run from the inside gate.
Mare showing improved form with a close second last start at Moree. Should get a nice run from barrier 5 and will be suited by the likely fast tempo.
Has had 45 days between runs to improve and should strip fitter second-up. Well drawn in barrier 4 which is advantageous at Gilgandra.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | It's A Tata | 8 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 55.5kg | $2.25 |
| 2nd | 3 | The Bentley | 1 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Black Nature | 3 | Jacob Stiff | Dar Lunn | 54kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Kawatiri | 5 | Leeshelle Small | G A O'Brien | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Rusky Ripper | 7 | Clayton Gallagher | Ms G Williams | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 4 | Cosmic Rosa | 4 | Siena Grima | G D Lunn | 57.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Chasing Quivers | 2 | Shannen Llewellyn | Sally Torrens | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Satin Dragon | 6 | Billy Cray | L K Roberts | 59kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Tropic | 9 | C Lundholm | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Corvette Pride | 10 | W T Wilkes | 57kg |
Keadool brings excellent recent form with back-to-back wins and a strong record at this distance. The inside barrier is a significant advantage at Gilgandra where on-pace runners from good gates typically excel. His tactical speed and consistent performance pattern make him ideally suited to this track configuration, and his 31% win rate demonstrates reliability.
His recent form is rock solid with a win and second from his last two starts. While barrier 7 isn't ideal at Gilgandra, his early speed should allow him to take up a forward position, and his proven class makes him a genuine threat.
Wilbury brings class to this field with strong distance credentials and excellent first-up statistics. The outside barrier is a concern at Gilgandra, but his tactical versatility and proven fresh form make him a genuine contender despite the long layoff.
His previous placing at Gilgandra is a significant advantage, and his improving form pattern suggests he's ready to perform well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Chandon Star | 4 | Chelsea Hillier | Ms J Clement | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Enterprise Legend | 7 | Siena Grima | Holly Williams | 57.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 5 | Brief Statement | 5 | Clayton Gallagher | Ms A Smith | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Keadool | 1 | Zoe Hunt | C Lundholm | 53.5kg | $3.90 |
| 5th | 4 | Miracle Day | 6 | Jacob Stiff | Dar Lunn | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Turned Down | 3 | Mikayla Weir | D R Mirfin | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Lady Zodiac | 2 | Ella Drew | Fabio Martino | 53kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Wilbury | 8 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Zambezi River | 7 | Ryan Bradley | Fabio Martino | 52kg |
Instead brings the strongest recent form into this race with a last-start win at Dubbo over 1600m. Her tactical speed and consistent pattern make her ideally suited to Gilgandra's on-pace favoring layout. With a 23% win rate and 38% place rate, she's proven reliable at similar levels. The slight class rise is offset by her progressive profile and ability to settle in a forward position from barrier 5.
Akauwheo comes off a strong win at Quirindi over 2000m and drops in class for this assignment. Her tactical versatility allows her to adapt to different race scenarios, which will be valuable at Gilgandra. With a solid record on Good tracks (3-1-3 from 14 starts) and consistent place strike rate of 26%, she represents a genuine winning chance despite the wide barrier draw.
Alpine Rose brings winning form into this race after a strong victory at Warren over 1600m. She's shown consistent improvement with 3 top-2 finishes in her last 3 starts. While facing a significant class rise, her tactical adaptability and middle barrier draw give her options at Gilgandra.
His on-pace racing style is well-suited to Gilgandra's layout, and his record on Good tracks (2-3-4 from 22 starts) suggests he'll handle conditions. The 9-day turnaround indicates he should maintain fitness.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Instead | 5 | Zoe Hunt | David J Smith | 54kg | $2.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Alpine Rose | 6 | Ken Dunbar | Ashley Gibson | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 8 | Firestorm Boy | 7 | Siena Grima | G D Lunn | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Joshua | 2 | Shannen Llewellyn | Connie Greig | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Dunedin | 9 | Wendy Peel | Ms J Galea | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Phils Colours | 4 | Jacob Stiff | Ms S Jeffries | 53kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Akauwheo | 10 | Leeshelle Small | G A O'Brien | 54kg | $4.80 |
| 8th | 9 | Gloryess | 8 | Billy Cray | Gavin Groth | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Exceed The Sky | 3 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Kieren Hazelton | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Omikami | 1 | Mikayla Weir | Sally Torrens | 55kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Shylock | 1 | Mathew Cahill | Kathryn Cahill | 55kg |
The significant class drop from Group 3 company to country maiden level is substantial, and barrier 3 should allow him to utilize his early speed on a track that favors leaders. While first-up from a spell with top weight is a concern, his class edge and tactical advantage on this circuit make him the standout.
Revenue Raiser is an intriguing prospect as a lightly-raced filly with just one start. While inexperienced, she has natural improvement to come second-up and could surprise more exposed rivals. Her lack of track experience is the main concern, but her upside potential makes her worthy of consideration.
Outlaw Annie brings solid consistency with two placings from three starts, including a recent second at this track. Second-up today, she should improve off that run but may be disadvantaged by settling midfield from barrier 8 at a track that favors leaders.
The gelding should get a good run from barrier 4 and the switch to visors could sharpen his focus. The inside draw is particularly advantageous at Gilgandra.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Tropic | 3 | Kody Nestor | C Lundholm | 59kg | $1.26 |
| 2nd | 12 | Revenue Raiser | 7 | Ella Drew | Fabio Martino | 54kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Real Housewives | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Sally Torrens | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Pillager | 4 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Kieren Hazelton | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Krystina Kerima | 11 | Leeshelle Small | L K Roberts | 54.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Forwarding | 5 | Shannen Llewellyn | G D Lunn | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Bold Bender | 2 | Connie Greig | 56kg | $61.00 | |
| 8th | 8 | Mr Gunna Do | 10 | Ken Dunbar | Troy Mc Carney | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Don't Share Shamus | 4 | Clayton Gallagher | Damien Smith | 58kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Outlaw Annie | 8 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 55kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Happy Gee Gee | 9 | Zoe Hunt | Ms M Harrison | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Miss Heroic | 1 | Billy Cray | M Dykes | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Prizing | 1 | Siena Grima | G D Lunn | 56kg |
Rouge Moulin brings solid consistent form with a last-start second at Dubbo over this distance. His tactical speed and ability to race on-pace suits Gilgandra's track profile perfectly. Has shown versatility in running patterns and handles good tracks well with 3 wins from 18 starts. Clayton Gallagher is a strong booking and the horse appears well-weighted at 55kg in this field.
Tainui brings a strong win record (4 from 12 starts) including a last-start victory at Warren over this distance. As a 4yo, he's still improving and has shown tactical speed that will suit Gilgandra's track profile. His good track record (4-3-0 from 10 starts) is ideal for today's conditions. Barrier 10 is the main concern, but he has the tactical speed to overcome it.
How's It Kev brings solid consistent form with a last-start third at Warwick Farm. His strong record at the mile (1-3-3 from 10 starts) and good track record (5-6-5 from 32 starts) are significant positives. The main concerns are the top weight of 61.5kg and barrier 9, but his experience and tactical versatility should help overcome these challenges.
He won last start over this distance at Gilgandra and has a strong record at the track with 2 wins from 6 starts, including 1 win from 2 starts at this track and distance. His lightweight of 53.5kg is a significant advantage, and his form is improving with 2 wins from his last 5 starts. The class rise is the main concern, but his track experience is invaluable.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Wealthy Investor | 1 | D Lane | 55kg | $26.00 | |
| 2nd | 4 | Tainui | 10 | Shannen Llewellyn | G A O'Brien | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Rouge Moulin | 6 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 4th | 12 | Order Of Merit | 8 | Zoe Hunt | Kieren Hazelton | 53.5kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 3 | How's It Kev | 9 | Kody Nestor | Ms A Smith | 61.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Turgenev | 4 | Siena Grima | Ms A Smith | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Danish Fortune | 11 | Gabrielle Johnston | Joel Wilkes | 60kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 1 | Aimpoint | 2 | Izzy Neale | M D Griffith | 61kg | $4.60 |
| 9th | 10 | Not Too Bad | 5 | Jacob Stiff | Kieren Hazelton | 52kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Toulon Factor | 3 | Mikayla Weir | Ms J Clement | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Rebel's Edge | 7 | Cassandra Stummer | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Marnoo | 8 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Kieren Hazelton | 55kg |
This One Time brings the strongest credentials with consistent recent form and excellent barrier 3 draw that suits Gilgandra's on-pace bias. While unproven at this track, her tactical speed and proven ability on Good tracks make her the standout selection in a race that should suit her running style.
Dao Sun brings excellent track statistics (5:3-1-0) and ideal barrier 2 draw for his on-pace style. Coming off a last-start win at this track and distance, he's proven he handles Gilgandra perfectly. While rising in class and carrying 60.5kg are concerns, his tactical speed and proven ability at this track make him a genuine chance, especially with his strong record on Good tracks (17:5-1-0).
Imastatement is a lightly-raced improver coming off a dominant last-start maiden win. With only 7 career starts, she has significant upside and has shown ability on Good tracks (5:1-1-1). Barrier 8 gives options to settle midfield in a race that should have good tempo.
While her recent form has been mixed, she's proven at this distance (14:2-0-2) and should appreciate the likely fast tempo. With a good barrier and experienced jockey, she represents outstanding each-way value in a race that should suit her running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Imastatement | 8 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Nevermista | 1 | Daniel A Northey | Simon Casey | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 7 | My Boy Scout | 13 | Kody Nestor | Kylie Kennedy | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 8 | This One Time | 3 | Leeshelle Small | R P Northam | 57.5kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 2 | Divine Sinner | 4 | James Rogers | Kieren Hazelton | 61.5kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 18 | Acotango | 11 | Ms J Clement | 55kg | $31.00 | |
| 7th | 6 | Stockholm | 6 | Siena Grima | C Lundholm | 60kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 3 | Gidgee Guy | 14 | Jacob Stiff | Kylie Kennedy | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Dao Sun | 2 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Kieren Hazelton | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Just On Fire | 15 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 16 | Ultra White | 12 | Dar Lunn | 55kg | $51.00 | |
| 12th | 10 | Newby Bridge | 16 | Ken Dunbar | Troy Mc Carney | 59kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Glowing Rapids | 10 | Zoe Hunt | Ms M Harrison | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Charlie Magic | 13 | Brett Robb | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Simply Better | 7 | Clayton Gallagher | David J Smith | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | El Beatle | 10 | J A Sylvester | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Gold Smiles | 9 | Sally Torrens | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Seeni | 5 | J A Sylvester | 55kg |
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