Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Victoria · Saturday 10 January 2026
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Cranbourne. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Shahar brings the strongest form credentials, dropping significantly from Open company at Sandown and Caulfield to a provincial maiden. Her times are superior to rivals despite finishing unplaced in much stronger fields. The addition of winkers first-up and Linda Meech's booking are positive indicators. Well-drawn to take advantage of the short Cranbourne straight.
Zubba Storm brings the most consistent form with three placings from three starts. The wide barrier is a concern, but with a fast tempo predicted, his finishing ability could be an asset. Thomas Stockdale retains the ride and knows the horse well.
Grand Old Bowler is an interesting debutant from the Trent Edmonds stable with the services of international jockey Shane Foley. The perfect barrier draw should allow him to take up a forward position, which is advantageous at Cranbourne with its short straight. The ear muffs pre-race only suggests they're managing his temperament carefully for debut.
Enver Jusufovic doesn't typically rush his horses and tends to have them well-prepared for debut. The engagement of Lachlan King is significant, and from barrier 5, she should get a nice trailing position.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Ellsworth | 1 | Craig Newitt | Lloyd Kennewell | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 5 | Zubba Storm | 10 | Thomas Stockdale | A & S Freedman | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Grand Old Bowler | 2 | Shane Foley | Trent Edmonds | 56kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 1 | On My Own | 4 | Koby Jennings | Geon Singh | 59.5kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Miss D'mez | 6 | Valentin Le Boeuf | G B Andrews | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Shahar | 3 | Linda Meech | Amy & Ash Yargi | 56kg | $2.80 |
| 7th | 3 | New Character | 9 | Dylan Dunn | M M Laurie | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Tijola | 7 | Celine Gaudray | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $7.50 |
| Scr | 6 | Leona | 5 | Lachlan King | E Jusufovic | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Azzacool | 8 | Robert Whearty | C Maher | 56kg |
Topmost brings rock-solid consistency with 7 placings from 8 starts and has an excellent record at Cranbourne (4:0-1-3). Second-up from a spell where he has a good record, his last start second at Kyneton was encouraging.
Now gelded and first-up from a spell, he drops significantly in class to maiden grade.
The filly drops significantly in class after racing in stronger company and draws perfectly in barrier 1, which should allow her to utilize her early speed. Her recent third placing at Colac showed she's returned in good order.
The addition of blinkers for the first time should sharpen her up, and she's proven at the distance with two third placings from two attempts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Onavuitton | 12 | Thomas Stockdale | Simon Zahra | 58kg | $2.15 |
| 2nd | 12 | Prestige Ka Ying | 14 | Matt Jenkins | 56kg | $10.00 | |
| 3rd | 2 | Topmost | 7 | Patrick Moloney | Julius Sandhu | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 5 | Zoudeadly | 5 | Jason Maskiell | Jason Warren | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Unriddle | 2 | Sam Kennedy | Rory Hunter | 56.5kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Sweetest Memories | 4 | Fred W Kersley | C J Waller | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 1 | Anglesea | 13 | Linda Meech | A & S Freedman | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Rock Glory | 8 | Lachlan King | G Eurell | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Great Fuego | 6 | Koby Jennings | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Sous La Lune | 3 | Dylan Dunn | Angus Townley | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Kadesh | 10 | Celine Gaudray | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 56kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Kirkhoepasse | 9 | Robert Whearty | C Maher | 56kg | |
| Scr | 11 | License To Excite | 1 | Eoin Walsh | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | La Divina | 11 | G Eurell | 56kg |
Valedictorian brings the strongest form credentials, having competed in Group company before dropping to maiden level. The step up to 1400m looks ideal based on his racing pattern, and he's shown consistency with 5 placings from 9 starts.
Cuttin' Class has the perfect draw to utilize his early speed and should take up a forward position. While he faded to 5th last start over 1300m, the addition of a tongue tie could help his breathing in the latter stages. His heavy track placing shows versatility, and the C Maher stable is in good form. Expect improvement second-up.
Aurora Rise showed promise on debut when 4th at Bendigo over 1300m. The Henry Dwyer stable is adept at having horses ready first-up, and the good draw should allow her to settle midfield with cover.
The fast tempo predicted should suit his get-back style, and Linda Meech is a positive jockey booking. The addition of a tongue tie could help him finish off stronger. Expect him to be charging late.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Valedictorian | 5 | Patrick Moloney | Julius Sandhu | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 11 | Aurora Rise | 4 | Eoin Walsh | Henry Dwyer | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 15 | Mike's Hope | 2 | Celine Gaudray | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 2 | Black Coal | 7 | Thomas Stockdale | Gavin Bedggood | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Cuttin' Class | 1 | Shane Foley | C Maher | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Baldoni | 3 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Good Onya Champ | 12 | Linda Meech | Amy & Ash Yargi | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Hot Spirit | 8 | Cian Macredmond | Simon Zahra | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Ballistic Blue | 9 | Lachlan King | Ms N Burke | 59.5kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Otto's Dream | 11 | Celine Gaudray | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Times Square | 10 | Dylan Dunn | Nathan Dunn | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Canbecostly | 15 | Fred W Kersley | A & J Williams | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Karma Queen | 13 | Carly Cook | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Empress Jupiter | 14 | C Maher | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Hellacious | 6 | Luke Oliver | 59.5kg |
Montjuic Magic brings a progressive profile into this race, having won impressively first-up at Stony Creek. Now second-up from a spell with a good record in this pattern (3: 0-0-1), she draws perfectly in barrier 1 which is crucial at Cranbourne's 1000m start. While stepping up significantly in class, her tactical versatility and scope for improvement as a lightly-raced mare offset the weight concerns. Expect further improvement second-up.
Bella Cinque returns from a spell with an excellent first-up record (4: 1-1-1) and brings strong credentials to this race. Her consistency is highlighted by her overall record (16: 3-3-3) and she's proven at this distance (13: 3-3-3). While the wide barrier and top weight are concerns, her class edge and first-up prowess make her a genuine contender. The gear changes (tongue tie on, winkers off) could sharpen her up for this assignment.
Her recent form is rock solid with consecutive second placings, and she's a proven performer at this distance (36: 7-5-2). While she lacks experience at Cranbourne, her tactical speed and consistency give her strong claims. The very fast predicted tempo should allow her to utilize her finishing burst from a good position.
Her previous experience at Cranbourne is valuable, having placed at this track and distance (1: 0-1-0). While the 51-day break and class rise are concerns, her tactical speed and proven ability to handle this course make her an attractive each-way proposition. The Craig Newitt booking is a positive for a mare who should be ready to fire.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Gliding Lightening | 6 | Linda Meech | P G Moody & Katherine Coleman | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Montjuic Magic | 1 | Logan McNeil | R D Griffiths | 59.5kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 8 | Aquilion Girl | 4 | Paul Gatt | Craig Anderson | 55.5kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Bella Cinque | 7 | Bree Temple | G B Andrews | 58.5kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 6 | Torvega | 3 | Craig Newitt | G Eurell | 58kg | $4.60 |
| 6th | 3 | Gold Manuka | 5 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 59.5kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Frose | 2 | Zoe Waller | Jamie Barry | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Affirmative Smile | 8 | Celine Gaudray | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg |
Stay Silent presents as the standout runner resuming from a spell with a strong first-up record. He's been competing admirably in higher grade BM66-70 races and now drops significantly in class. While unproven at Cranbourne, his tactical versatility should overcome this limitation.
Bons To Riches brings solid credentials with consistent recent form including a win two starts back and a close 4th last start. He has a strong record at Cranbourne (1-0-1 from 2 starts) and has been competing in higher grade races. His tactical speed will allow him to take up a forward position, though he'll need to overcome the 61kg impost and slightly awkward draw.
Highlands brings strong credentials with a perfect record at this track and distance (1-0-0 from 1 start) and comes off a close 2nd last start at this track. The wide barrier and top weight are concerns, but his track knowledge and finishing power make him a genuine contender.
Illuminance represents excellent value given her outstanding record at Cranbourne (1-5-1 from 8 starts) and specifically at this track/distance (0-4-1 from 6 starts). While she's yet to win at this distance, her six placings from eight attempts suggest she's always competitive. Well-weighted and drawn to get a good run.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Bons To Riches | 7 | Shane Foley | Alexander Rae | 61kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 4 | Illuminance | 6 | Ruby Lamont | Julius Sandhu | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Mongolian Mission | 8 | Fred W Kersley | D T O'Brien | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Stay Silent | 3 | Robert Whearty | C Maher | 60.5kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 1 | Highlands | 9 | Thomas Stockdale | Gavin Bedggood | 62kg | $5.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Justdoit | 1 | Bailey Kinninmont | Luke Oliver | 56kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Winmar | 2 | Celine Gaudray | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Savannah Chill | 5 | Lachlan King | Ben, Will & Jd Hayes | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Prancing Queen | 4 | Koby Jennings | Michael Huglin | 57kg |
Masterful brings solid credentials dropping back to BM62 level with the perfect inside draw at Cranbourne where he has a strong record of 7: 1-2-0. His recent form has been consistent in higher grade, and the fast tempo should suit his racing pattern. The Jusufovic stable has him in good order and the class drop gives him a significant edge.
With 3 wins from 16 starts (19% strike rate), he's a consistent performer who should appreciate the slight class drop. The fast tempo will suit his racing style, though barrier 7 and the 62kg are negatives.
Ataegina brings solid credentials with a recent win over 1430m and previous placing at Cranbourne. The drop from BM74 to BM62 is significant, and she gets weight relief dropping 3kg from her last start. While her last run was disappointing (10th), the class drop and return to provincial grade should see her competitive in this field.
His fresh run was encouraging when 3rd at Yarra Glen, and he's now second-up from a spell with a win in similar circumstances last preparation. While barrier 10 is a concern, the fast tempo should allow him to find a position and finish strongly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Masterful | 1 | Sage Duric | E Jusufovic | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 2 | Bancory Bay | 7 | Jack Laing | 62kg | $2.90 | |
| 3rd | 8 | Filadeel | 3 | Zoe Waller | C Maher | 54.5kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Super Solar | 6 | Koby Jennings | Reece Goodwin | 62kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Gymkhana | 10 | Craig Newitt | Angus Townley | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Queen Beira | 4 | Celine Gaudray | David & Coral Feek | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Ataegina | 5 | Bailey Kinninmont | Luke Oliver | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 1 | Aristonous | 2 | Thomas Stockdale | Trent Edmonds | 62.5kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Gijima Gal | 9 | Samantha Noble | S G Noble | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Gable | 8 | Valentin Le Boeuf | R J Meunier | 56kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Izola | 11 | Fred W Kersley | C J Waller | 55.5kg |
Progressive mare showing significant improvement with a strong 2nd last start at Kyneton (1856m) before a respectable 6th at Seymour over 2000m. Her racing pattern suggests she'll be suited by the moderate tempo, and with 56.5kg she's well weighted against more exposed rivals. The 2025m should be ideal based on her recent performances, and she appears to be hitting peak form at the right time.
Verifier brings strong credentials dropping back in class from BM66 company. With a solid record at this distance range (9: 1-1-2) and drawing ideally in barrier 6, he should get the perfect run in transit. The moderate tempo should suit his racing pattern, and he appears ready to peak third-up from a spell.
Onlygoldwilldo brings solid credentials as a proven performer with a good record at the distance (4: 1-0-1). Despite carrying top weight of 59.5kg from barrier 13, his class edge should allow him to overcome these challenges. His recent form has been mixed, but he's shown enough to suggest he's ready to produce a peak performance. Jason Maskiell's engagement is a significant positive, and the moderate tempo should suit his racing pattern.
Tactfull represents excellent value based on his consistent recent form, including a strong 3rd last start at Yarra Glen over a similar distance. With just 54kg and drawing favorably in barrier 3, he should get the perfect run in transit. His record at the distance (7: 1-0-1) suggests suitability, and the moderate tempo should play to his strengths.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Fiery Deal | 12 | Fred W Kersley | Peter Gelagotis | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Exabanoise | 9 | Nadia Daniels | Chris Calthorpe | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Olney | 7 | Lachlan King | G Eurell | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Xtrarevz | 11 | Koby Jennings | Margot McDougal | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Pending List | 5 | Craig Newitt | G Eurell | 58.5kg | $20.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Verifier | 6 | Robert Whearty | N A Blackiston | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Clinger | 8 | Jackie Beriman | Ms J Beriman | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Unquestionably | 10 | Cian Macredmond | N J Dyer | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Redwood Shadow | 4 | Bree Temple | F Stockdale | 53.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Onlygoldwilldo | 13 | Jason Maskiell | Liam Howley | 59.5kg | $7.50 |
| 11th | 12 | Northwood Vamoose | 14 | Sally Wynne | Ms S L Wynne | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 12th | 2 | Frank Express | 15 | Sheridan Clarke | A Rosolini | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Tactfull | 3 | Sam Kennedy | Rory Hunter | 54kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Jakk's Fortune | 16 | Sheridan Clarke | Adam Hanley | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Blaazay | 1 | Yoko Ota | Yoko Ota | 55kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Master Polanski | 2 | Reece Goodwin | 55kg |
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