Four-year-old mare dropping in class after a solid 3rd over 1800m at this track. Has been racing consistently with a win and multiple placings from limited starts. While untested at 2200m, her racing pattern and recent performances suggest she'll appreciate the extra distance. The moderate tempo should suit her style, and she appears well-placed to break through in this company.
Queensland · Friday 9 January 2026
Sunshine Coast tips and results
Our top pick won 4 of 7 races at Sunshine Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Martin Collins Australia Plate (C1)
Lightly-raced four-year-old mare showing steady improvement with each run. Produced a strong finishing effort for 2nd last start over 1890m at Toowoomba. While facing a significant class rise, she's well-weighted with 55kg and has shown enough staying potential to suggest the 2200m is within reach. The moderate tempo should allow her to settle and finish strongly.
Five-year-old gelding with proven staying credentials including a win at this distance. Drops slightly in class after a moderate 6th last week over 1900m at Kilcoy. The top weight is a concern, but his staying ability and race experience give him claims in a race that should be run at a moderate tempo.
Five-year-old gelding showing marked improvement with consecutive placings in his last two starts. While facing a significant class rise and untested at 2200m, his recent form suggests he's ready for the step up in distance.
- 1st4MakamaeCorey Sutherland$1.85
- 2nd7Highland KittyBen E Thompson$3.10
- 3rd2RevelaideChelsea Baker$5.50
- 4th3FrijolesMorgan Butler$31.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Makamae | 7 | Corey Sutherland | Stephen Sutherland | 56.5kg | $1.85 |
| 2nd | 7 | Highland Kitty | 4 | Ben E Thompson | M A Currie | 55kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 2 | Revelaide | 8 | Chelsea Baker | Vivian Coombes | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Frijoles | 6 | Morgan Butler | G R Schwenke | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Pellinor | 2 | Cejay Graham | Ms O Cairns | 55.5kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 5 | O'explosive | 5 | Todd Banks | Phillip Burns | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Optimus Maximus | 1 | Bella Youngberry | T B Thomas | 57kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Red Vegas | 3 | Damien Boche | Vivian Coombes | 55kg |
Higgins Coatings Hcp (C1)
Larado brings the strongest form credentials with a perfect record at this distance. Despite the wide draw, he has the early speed to overcome it and should be able to find a forward position in a race with very fast tempo.
The inside draw is ideal for his forward racing pattern, and he should get a perfect run behind the speed. Second-up today suggests further improvement, and while this is a class rise, his last-start win indicated plenty of upside.
While she typically settles back, the very fast tempo predicted should set up perfectly for her strong finishing burst.
The addition of blinkers first time could spark improvement, and she's second-up today with natural fitness progression expected.
- 1st1LaradoDaniel Moor$1.45
- 2nd6Hey DaisyMichael Rodd$4.00
- 3rd5Eagles BewareBella Youngberry$61.00
- 4th12Revitup CharlieLeah Martyn$20.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Larado | 12 | Daniel Moor | Matthew Hoysted | 60kg | $1.45 |
| 2nd | 6 | Hey Daisy | 5 | Michael Rodd | P L Shailer | 57kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Eagles Beware | 1 | Bella Youngberry | T B Thomas | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 4th | 12 | Revitup Charlie | 7 | Leah Martyn | T B Thomas | 52kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Milestone | 2 | Robbie Dolan | J W Healy | 56.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Hannabana | 11 | Cejay Graham | Taylah Mackinnon | 56.5kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Sunlight Majesty | 4 | Vlad Duric | David Vandyke | 59.5kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Tara's Reward | 3 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Dranitzelle | 8 | Ben E Thompson | T J Gollan | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Call To Courage | 9 | A J Edmonds | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Oystercatcher | 6 | Darren P Bell | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Perfect Beth | 4 | Leanne McCormick | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Daintree Dreaming | 10 | Olivia Webb | T B Thomas | 52kg |
Club Mooloolaba (Bm70)
Air We Go brings a perfect first-up record (2 from 2) into this assignment and has excellent credentials at both track and distance. The barrier draw is ideal for his tactical versatility, and his previous fresh performances suggest he'll be ready to fire.
King Of The Jungle comes into this race in excellent form with a last-start win and consistent performances in his recent outings. His strong record at both track and distance is a significant advantage, and his racing pattern should be well-suited by the anticipated fast tempo.
Rich Minx brings strong credentials with a perfect record at track and distance (2:1-0-1) and a good overall strike rate.
While he hasn't won at the track, his four placings from nine attempts show he handles the course well. The wide barrier is a concern, but with the anticipated fast tempo, he should get his chance to finish strongly.
- 1st1TonneofgritBella Youngberry$5.50
- 2nd7Air We GoBen E Thompson$2.70
- 3rd5King Of The JungleCejay Graham$3.20
- 4th8Apollo TenRobbie Dolan$10.00
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Tonneofgrit | 4 | Bella Youngberry | M A Currie | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 7 | Air We Go | 1 | Ben E Thompson | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $2.70 |
| 3rd | 5 | King Of The Jungle | 7 | Cejay Graham | Billy Healey | 58.5kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 8 | Apollo Ten | 8 | Robbie Dolan | Paul Butterworth | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 6 | King Spirit | 10 | Cody Collis | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| Scr | 2 | Rich Minx | 3 | Fiona Sandkuhl | Matthew Hoysted | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Dont Call Me Honey | 9 | Corey Sutherland | P L Shailer | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Fighting Idol | 2 | Olivia Webb | Neil Hocking | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Surreal Ascot | 6 | Mark Du Plessis | Rochelle Pereira | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Adalie | 5 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 56kg |
Kawana SLSC Hcp (C2)
The Bear brings the strongest recent form into this race with a last-start win at this track followed by a close second. While drawn wide, the long run to the first turn at Sunshine Coast should allow him to find a position. As a progressive 3YO, he appears to have more upside than most rivals.
Home Zone brings winning form to this race, having scored last start at this track. She has a strong record at Sunshine Coast and gets in with just 53.5kg. The rise in class is the main query.
She's dropping in class here and has been racing consistently at higher levels. Her versatility should allow her to adapt to the race tempo.
His overall record shows consistency with 1 win, 3 seconds and 2 thirds from 12 starts. While drawn wide, his backmarker style should allow him to find cover and finish strongly. The expected moderate-fast tempo should suit his running style.
- 1st1Ruins Of RomeMark Du Plessis$4.80
- 2nd5Rochedale HeroDamien Thornton$4.60
- 3rd13Lady WindermereJake Bayliss$31.00
- 4th6Wild GypsyBen E Thompson$5.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Ruins Of Rome | 7 | Mark Du Plessis | Chris & Corey Munce | 61kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Rochedale Hero | 1 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 13 | Lady Windermere | 6 | Jake Bayliss | Chris Anderson | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Wild Gypsy | 10 | Ben E Thompson | T J Gollan | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Maikrow | 12 | Vlad Duric | G K Taylor | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 4 | The Bear | 13 | Olivia Webb | Sharryn Livingstone | 57.5kg | $3.20 |
| 7th | 10 | Home Zone | 5 | Leah Martyn | Natalie McCall | 53.5kg | $9.50 |
| 8th | 11 | Love To Torque | 2 | Cody Collis | S W Kendrick | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Estrondo | 12 | Daniel Moor | R L Heathcote | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Southern Charm | 9 | Cejay Graham | Chris & Corey Munce | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Batemans Bay | 11 | Michael Rodd | Jack Bruce | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Brutal Bowler | 5 | K A Lees | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Call Out | 8 | Bella Youngberry | Adam Campton | 51.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Eleanor Nancy | 3 | M A Currie | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Lift'n'mehigher | 4 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 54kg |
Moffat Beach Brewing Co (Bm65)
The slight class drop combined with a good barrier draw and consistent recent form makes him the standout selection.
Okesutora brings rock-solid consistency with consecutive third placings and a strong affinity for the Sunshine Coast track (2:0-0-2). While he's yet to win at the mile, his two placings at the distance plus proven stamina at longer trips suggests the 1600m will suit perfectly. The good barrier draw and versatile racing pattern allow tactical options, though he is rising slightly in class.
One Beat No Beat comes off a last-start win and has a strong second-up record (4:1-1-0). The mare is drawn perfectly in barrier 2 and has shown consistent form with a strong career place rate of 38%.
This 4yo mare has a strong record on good tracks (7:2-1-0) and is well-weighted with 56kg. While the wide barrier is a concern, her versatile racing pattern should allow her to find a position.
- 1st13La RosettaBella Youngberry$6.00
- 2nd7Sacred BullDamien Thornton$4.00
- 3rd10Bolshevic RoadDaniel Moor$6.00
- 4th5OkesutoraBen E Thompson$4.40
- 4th14Chance With WolvesMorgan Butler$31.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | La Rosetta | 3 | Bella Youngberry | A J Edmonds | 53kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Sacred Bull | 6 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Bolshevic Road | 5 | Daniel Moor | R L Heathcote | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Okesutora | 4 | Ben E Thompson | M A Currie | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 14 | Chance With Wolves | 13 | Morgan Butler | Ms J Aitkenhead | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Tambourine Man | 11 | Damien Boche | Kevin Martin | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Kaffir Lily | 12 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 1 | Fistsoffury | 7 | Ryan Wiggins | L F Birchley | 60.5kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 2 | One Beat No Beat | 2 | Rob Thorburn | M A Currie | 58kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Bavarian Lady | 1 | M A Currie | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Houston Rocket | 13 | Chris & Corey Munce | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Luconi | 9 | Michael Rodd | Jack Bruce | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Enterprise Lassie | 8 | Tiffani Brooker | Natalie McCall | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Sir Goldalot | 10 | Cody Collis | M A Currie | 57.5kg |
Ben Liddell Constructions Hcp (58)
Her consistency is impressive with 9 seconds and 3 thirds from 27 starts. The mare has excellent course form with a second and third from two attempts at Sunshine Coast, and draws perfectly in barrier 3 to utilize her midfield running style in what should be a genuinely run race.
His recent third placing showed he's in good form, and his two synthetic track wins demonstrate versatility. The wide barrier is a concern, but the long run to the first turn at Sunshine Coast should allow him to find a position. This is his first attempt at 1600m, but his racing pattern suggests the distance will suit.
Pride Of Savabella brings strong credentials as a track and distance specialist, having won at Sunshine Coast and performed well over the mile. While he faces a class rise here, his familiarity with the track is a significant advantage, and his racing pattern should suit the expected fast tempo.
His tactical speed should allow him to overcome the barrier draw, and his record on good tracks is solid.
- 1st11Savvy BeeMichael Rodd$3.40
- 2nd2Bold HussarLeah Martyn$31.00
- 3rd1ArtspaceBella Youngberry$3.80
- 4th4Chayse 'n' LeisaBen E Thompson$3.80
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Savvy Bee | 3 | Michael Rodd | M A Currie | 57kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 2 | Bold Hussar | 1 | Leah Martyn | G K Taylor | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Artspace | 2 | Bella Youngberry | L J Gough | 57kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 4 | Chayse 'n' Leisa | 14 | Ben E Thompson | L D Kelly | 59.5kg | $3.80 |
| 5th | 7 | Pride Of Savabella | 7 | Ryan Wiggins | L F Birchley | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 8 | Knowitall Frank | 9 | Jake Bayliss | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Cheers | 5 | Rob Thorburn | C R Morphy | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Vancity | 13 | Cejay Graham | M A Currie | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Princeton Award | 8 | Boris Thornton | G A Thornton | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Slugworth | 10 | Daniel Moor | Corey & Kylie Geran | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Maple Door | 12 | Corey Sutherland | Jimmy Downes | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Aoom's Choice | 4 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Husson's Revenge | 6 | Mark Du Plessis | Rochelle Pereira | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Flying Rothe | 11 | Damien Boche | Vic Heading | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Optimus Maximus | 13 | T B Thomas | 54kg |
TAB Mdn Plate
First-up from a spell but has shown ability fresh previously. Well-drawn in barrier 6 to get a perfect midfield position in a race with very fast tempo, setting up for her strong finishing burst. Robbie Dolan booking a significant positive.
Matthew Hoysted stable has a strong record with debutants, and the engagement of Ben Thompson is significant. First-time gear changes (cross-over nose band and ear muffs pre-race) suggest connections are managing the horse's temperament for debut.
Snitzstream offers appeal from the inside draw and drops significantly in class after contesting Listed grade last preparation. While unplaced in both career starts, the daughter of champion sire Snitzel should appreciate the return to maiden company. First-up from a lengthy spell but has been given time to mature and develop. The perfect barrier draw will allow her to save ground throughout.
Has shown ability when fresh previously with a third placing first-up. Well-drawn in barrier 5 to secure a good position and has experience in stronger company. The Tony & Maddysen Sears stable can ready their runners for a bold showing first-up, making her an appealing value proposition.
- 1st7Cryptic BeautyRobbie Dolan$2.50
- 2nd15SnitzstreamCody Collis$4.60
- 3rd12Head Of The RiverDaniel Moor$26.00
- 4th10GeitzChelsea Baker$5.50
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Cryptic Beauty | 6 | Robbie Dolan | Jack Bruce | 56kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 15 | Snitzstream | 1 | Cody Collis | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 12 | Head Of The River | 10 | Daniel Moor | Matthew Hoysted | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Geitz | 5 | Chelsea Baker | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 54.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Energia | 7 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 56kg | $91.00 |
| 6th | 14 | Kamigamo | 2 | Julie Busuttin | P M Busuttin | 53kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Storm In Seattle | 11 | Ben E Thompson | Matthew Hoysted | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 8th | 11 | Genuine Article | 8 | Tiffani Brooker | Taylah Mackinnon | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 16 | Reign Of Ivanhoe | 12 | Corey Sutherland | Louise White | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Apollo Moon | 3 | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 2 | Excelboom | 4 | T J Gollan | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Hello Punters | 15 | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Precise Torque | 13 | S W Kendrick | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Conformity | 9 | Cejay Graham | T J Gollan | 56kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Enchaanted | 12 | Chris & Corey Munce | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | It's Kaos | 16 | J L Johnston | 56kg |
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