Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Tuesday 6 January 2026
Our top pick won 5 of 7 races at Port Macquarie. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The Nathan Doyle-trained gelding has a good second-up record and has placed at this track previously. Should be prominent early and the 4kg claim from Liberty Smyth is significant. The most reliable proposition in a moderate maiden.
Her last three starts have all resulted in 4th placings at provincial level, with her most recent run at Wyong (1625m) showing she can handle the distance range. The Nathan Doyle-trained mare should appreciate the likely fast tempo and has Ashley Morgan aboard, which is a significant jockey booking.
The B D Bellamy-trained gelding drops significantly in class and draws well in barrier 2. His last start was disappointing on heavy ground, but the return to a firmer surface could see improvement. The quick 10-day backup suggests fitness won't be an issue.
The Kim Waugh-trained mare should improve second-up and the addition of blinkers for the first time is a significant gear change that could sharpen her focus. Her last start 5th at Taree wasn't far off the winner and she draws well in barrier 3. Anna Roper is a capable jockey who knows the horse well.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dwayne | 7 | Liberty Smyth | Nathan Doyle | 55kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 7 | Bohemian Art | 4 | Ashley Morgan | Nathan Doyle | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Lone Star Dream | 1 | Shannen Llewellyn | Allan Kehoe | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Adelina Falls | 3 | Anna Roper | Ms K Waugh | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Redadel | 2 | Grady Spokes | B D Bellamy | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Rebellious Dream | 5 | Ben Looker | Nick Mitchell | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | I Alone | 6 | Luke Rolls | A P Ball | 59kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Coolriver Fergie | 8 | Joseph Burges | 57kg |
Calypso Rocket brings metropolitan form to this country maiden, having competed at Randwick last start. Second-up today should see improvement, and the drop to country grade is significant.
Will be suited by the likely fast tempo as a backmarker, though Port Macquarie's tight turning track presents challenges.
Second-up today after a strong runner-up finish at Coffs Harbour on Heavy 10, suggesting fitness is there. Has placed in 3 of 7 starts showing consistency, and has performed well on all track conditions. The fast tempo should suit his midfield running style.
Second-up today after a strong runner-up finish at Tuncurry, and should improve.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Calypso Rocket | 4 | Aaron Bullock | M P Quinn | 57.5kg | $1.05 |
| 2nd | 2 | Kid Billy | 6 | Jon Grisedale | Ms L Thomson | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Na Hamah | 7 | Jenny Duggan | H R Dew | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 7 | The Cavalier Kid | 2 | Jeff Kehoe | R J Agnew | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Blue Dane | 5 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 57kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Artie's Magic | 1 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 59kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Speedy Pete | 8 | Andrew Gibbons | Joel Wilkes | 59kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Morpeth | 3 | Benjamin Osmond | T S Howlett | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Ol' Mate Coop | 9 | Luke Rolls | Samantha McGuren | 57.5kg |
Exceed Me brings the strongest recent form with three consecutive placings, including a third at this track and distance. Has shown consistency across both Good and Soft tracks, and his racing pattern should suit the expected fast tempo.
While carrying top weight and first-up from a spell (with a poor first-up record), his recent form was improving before the break. The inside draw should allow him to utilize his early speed in a race with fast tempo.
Dirty Does It draws perfectly in barrier 2 which is crucial at this track. His recent form includes a strong second placing over 1005m at Taree, and he's shown tactical versatility in his races. While yet to win, he's been consistent with a second and third from his last three starts and should get a good run from the inside gate.
The fast tempo should suit her running style, and she gets in with a light weight from a good barrier.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Exceed Me | 5 | Anna Roper | J A Sprague | 57kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 9 | Love You Anyway | 4 | Shannen Llewellyn | B G Lawrence | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Blue Suede Hooves | 1 | Ashley Morgan | Ms K Waugh | 59kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 6 | Dirty Does It | 2 | Luke Rolls | R J Agnew | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Hybrid | 6 | Kacie Adams | Ms C Reid | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Mind Bender | 9 | Emily Farr | Glen Milligan | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Noble Ruby | 7 | Matthew Bennett | Glen Milligan | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Jigadee | 8 | Ben Looker | Scott Aspery | 59kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Kid Billy | 3 | Ms L Thomson | 55.5kg |
Highly Tempted brings strong metropolitan form back to country level, having been competitive in Class 3 company at Rosehill. His record at Port Macquarie (4: 0-2-1) is excellent, and he's drawn perfectly in barrier 2 for this tight-turning track. The drop in class is significant, and his consistent placing record suggests he'll be right in the finish. Aaron Bullock's engagement is another positive factor.
Trounce is a lightly-raced mare from the Kris Lees stable who brings strong recent form into this race. She's a second-up specialist (2: 1-1-0) and placed last start at Taree over 1300m. While unproven at this track and distance, she's drawn well in barrier 3 and gets the services of experienced jockey Andrew Gibbons. Her consistent record (5: 1-1-1) suggests she's ready to be competitive at this level.
Call Me Basil is a lightly-raced gelding who won his maiden two starts back at Tuncurry. While he disappointed last start when finishing 7th as favorite, he's generally been consistent with a record of 4: 1-0-2. He's drawn well in barrier 5 and has Ashley Morgan aboard, but must overcome top weight of 59.5kg. His second-up record (1: 1-0-0) is encouraging, though he's unproven at both this track and distance.
This improving 3yo gelding was a last-start runner-up in Class 1 company at Taree and won his maiden impressively two starts back. While drawn wide in barrier 8, he has Ben Looker aboard who knows how to navigate this track. His recent form suggests he's ready to be competitive at this level.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Call Me Basil | 5 | Ashley Morgan | Adam Duggan | 59.5kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Highly Tempted | 2 | Aaron Bullock | A P Ball | 59kg | $2.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Trounce | 3 | Andrew Gibbons | K A Lees | 57.5kg | $2.80 |
| 4th | 5 | Smart Lily | 6 | Shae Wilkes | W T Wilkes | 53.5kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Mars Landing | 8 | Ben Looker | Terry Evans | 55.5kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Thinkin' Bo You | 1 | Serg Lisnyy | D Simonetta | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Pongola | 7 | Jenny Duggan | H R Dew | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Rock Are Steiner | 4 | Peter Graham | Peter Graham | 55kg | $31.00 |
Impressive debut winner who showed tactical speed and a strong turn of foot when winning at Scone. First-up record is perfect (1 from 1), and the Nathan Doyle/Ashley Morgan combination is firing. The class rise is offset by natural improvement.
Seasoned mare with strong recent form, finishing 3rd just 4 days ago at Taree. The wide barrier is a concern, but her early speed should allow her to cross and find a position. Significant class drop from recent Open company race is a major plus. Race fitness gives her an edge over several resuming rivals.
Mare with a consistent placing record (36%) who performs particularly well second-up (1-1-1). While first-up today, her fresh record (0-1-0) suggests she can run well, and the addition of winkers for the first time could sharpen her up. Has placed at this track previously and handles Good tracks. The wide barrier is a concern, but her tactical versatility should allow her to find a position.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Better Late | 4 | Ashley Morgan | Nathan Doyle | 59kg | $2.10 |
| 2nd | 9 | Bethsheba | 3 | Andrew Gibbons | Nikki Hodgson | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Catchy Tunes | 6 | Hollie Hull | G McFarlane | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Ofcourseiam | 7 | Shannen Llewellyn | Allan Kehoe | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Sheila's Fanta Sea | 9 | Grady Spokes | Joseph Burges | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 6th | 1 | Wild Pharaoh | 2 | Emily Farr | Glen Milligan | 58.5kg | $3.70 |
| 7th | 7 | Dubai Gold | 1 | Aaron Bullock | T S Howlett | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 2 | Song For Rosie | 8 | T J Bartley | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Cupid's Kiss | 10 | J A Sylvester | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Seeni | 5 | J A Sylvester | 55kg |
Though stepping up in class, her progressive profile suggests further improvement. The inside draw is perfect for Port Macquarie's tight turning track, and her tactical versatility should allow her to settle in an ideal position. The Good 4 surface suits her record of 5:1-1-0.
Naughty Nurse brings strong course credentials with 2 wins from 4 starts at Port Macquarie. Her recent win over this track and distance is a significant positive, and she handles good tracks well (8:2-0-0). The mare is consistent and should be right in the finish.
Though stepping up in class, his recent form is trending upward with consecutive placings. The good track conditions suit, and he should get every chance from an on-pace position. Aaron Bullock is a positive jockey booking.
Though drawn wide, the likely fast tempo should allow him to find cover midfield and finish strongly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Tact | 5 | Aaron Bullock | J C Deamer | 61.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 9 | Naughty Nurse | 6 | William A Stanley | K A Lees | 57kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 4 | Golden Honour | 7 | Matthew Bennett | Glen Milligan | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Phoenix Power | 9 | Kacie Adams | Darren Treacy | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Rockbarton Angel | 2 | Benjamin Osmond | D I Atkins | 56.5kg | $2.60 |
| 6th | 8 | Spiritly | 11 | Leanne Boyd | N J Rogers | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Annulus | 1 | Luke Rolls | Scott Aspery | 61kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Dragon Dream | 10 | Shannen Llewellyn | Allan Kehoe | 62.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Rockbarton Icon | 3 | Grady Spokes | D I Atkins | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Nyali Sands | 4 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Capzinzi | 8 | Sally Taylor | 58kg |
The mare is perfectly positioned second-up where she has a perfect record, and drops significantly in class from her recent assignments. With tactical speed from barrier 3 and Ben Looker aboard, she maps to get an ideal run in a race with very fast tempo.
The 3yo gelding is a previous winner at this track and is second-up from a spell where he should improve. Coming back from metropolitan and provincial grade to country level is a significant class drop that should see him very competitive.
Aye Aye Skipper brings consistency and experience to this race with a solid record at the distance. While he hasn't won at Port Macquarie from 5 attempts, he has placed here and should be in the finish with Ashley Morgan aboard.
La Cache A Vin brings winning momentum having won his last two starts, most recently in heavy conditions at Coffs Harbour. His ability to handle wet tracks is a significant advantage given the forecast, and his race fitness is a plus with just 10 days since his last run.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Athena's Treasure | 3 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 60kg | $1.55 |
| 2nd | 9 | Andrea | 8 | Shannen Llewellyn | A P Ball | 57.5kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Wanjina Rose | 10 | Grady Spokes | Brad Munro | 57.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Aye Aye Skipper | 4 | Ashley Morgan | J A Sprague | 60kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 8 | La Cache A Vin | 7 | Raymond Spokes | B D Bellamy | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Passionate Rebel | 9 | Aaron Bullock | Jonathan Smith | 61kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Spring Eagle | 6 | Jon Grisedale | R Simonetta | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Pins And Needles | 1 | Matthew Bennett | Glen Milligan | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Sibelius | 5 | Serg Lisnyy | D Simonetta | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Petroglyph | 2 | Jeff Kehoe | Terry Evans | 57kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Cutting Edge | 12 | Jenny Duggan | Ms J Lynch | 59kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Ensign Parker | 11 | L J Fairhall | 63.5kg |
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