Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Saturday 10 January 2026
Our top pick won 3 of 6 races at Glen Innes. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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His consistency is evident with 4 placings from his last 7 starts, and the quick backup suggests he's at peak fitness. The long straight at Glen Innes should suit his running style, and he appears ready to break through.
The mare gets in with just 55kg and draws favorably in barrier 3, which should allow her to secure a good position in the run. While she's yet to place in her career, her recent performances suggest she's improving and the spacious Glen Innes track with its long straight could suit her running style.
The class drop is significant and the booking of Mikayla Weir is a positive. While his last start was poor, his previous form included placings and the gear changes suggest connections are trying something different.
The 3yo filly gets in with just 55.5kg from a favorable barrier 2 draw, which should allow her to secure a good position. The spacious Glen Innes track could suit her running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Cosmic Arc | 3 | Shakira Bailey | R T Hay | 55kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 8 | Loquito | 2 | Ben Looker | Rachael Watts | 55.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Soobring It | 9 | Scott Sweedman | T G Payne | 57.5kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Stainless Steel | 6 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 1 | Music Maestro | 4 | Grady Spokes | Troy O'Neile | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Outlier | 8 | Ella Drew | Ridge Wilson | 53.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Share The Honey | 1 | Brooke Stower | Gavin Groth | 57kg | $9.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Scion | 7 | Mikayla Weir | A & T Sweeney | 59kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Kvas | 5 | Nathan Evans | Nathan Evans | 55.5kg |
Well drawn in barrier 2 which should allow her to secure a good position in midfield before utilizing the long Glen Innes straight. The 1400m suits based on her record.
First-up from a spell but has a solid fresh record with 2 placings from 5 attempts. The class drop is significant and should help, though the wide barrier is a concern.
Vizstar brings solid recent form with a 2nd place finish last start at Bell over 1300m. Has a particularly strong record at this distance range with 3 seconds and 2 thirds from 11 attempts. Well drawn in barrier 3 which should allow him to secure a good position. While yet to break through for a win, his consistency makes him a genuine place chance.
While yet to win, his consistency suggests he's knocking on the door. The long Glen Innes straight should suit his finishing style, and he's been improving with racing. First attempt at 1400m but his racing pattern suggests it will suit.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Permission Denied | 5 | Brooke Stower | Wayne S Lawson | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Vizstar | 3 | Kelsey Lenton | Jayden Sims | 57.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 9 | Star Of Kongo | 9 | Luke Rolls | R P Hartley | 57.5kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 3 | Small Fortune | 2 | Ben Looker | J D Shelton | 58kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 6 | Jimmy Plod | 6 | Noriyuki Masuda | Ms N Hemmings | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Divine Abby | 7 | Nathan Thomas | D B Campbell | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Montevecchio | 1 | Shakira Bailey | Jason Hancock | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Gluttony | 4 | Mikayla Weir | T J Dougall | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Icey | 9 | Ms J Crompton | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Shortfastloud | 8 | Scott Sweedman | Jake Capewell | 57.5kg |
His good track record (9:1-1-4) suits today's conditions, and he should get an ideal run from barrier 3. The long straight at Glen Innes will suit his finishing style, and he appears ready to break through after knocking on the door recently.
The significant class drop is a major positive, and he should get an economical run from the inside barrier. While his win strike rate is modest (7%), he's a reliable place-getter who should be right in the finish on this spacious track that gives backmarkers a chance.
Celestial Bell is a lightly-raced mare showing improvement with a recent maiden win at Armidale over 1300m. While facing a significant class rise, her upward trajectory and weight advantage give her strong claims in a race that should suit her finishing style on Glen Innes' long straight.
His recent 4th placing at Ipswich over 1666m suggests he's finding form, and he should get an economical run from barrier 2.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Warilla Gorilla | 3 | Kelsey Lenton | Nick Keal | 57kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 1 | Airswing | 4 | Reece O'Connell | S Hardy | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Coincide | 1 | Colleen Krahnen | B A Gentle | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Ejay's Firefox | 9 | Kayla Barker | P J Wallace | 53kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Celestial Bell | 6 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Pop Quiz | 5 | Mikayla Weir | Gavin Groth | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Skeptical | 8 | Scott Sweedman | Scott Cover | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Red Cobra | 2 | Maddie Mankelow | Michael Laine | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Eternity Star | 7 | Brooke Stower | Gavin Groth | 57kg | $19.00 |
Dropping significantly in class after competing in Restricted 60 company, he maps to secure an ideal midfield position with tactical speed. His consistency and recent win suggest he's hitting peak form at the right time for this assignment.
Dropping significantly from Class 3 company, she should get every chance from the inside gate.
With a good record on firm surfaces (4-4-2 from 21 starts) and dropping in class, he's well-positioned to run a strong race. While he'll likely face pressure for the lead, his tactical speed should allow him to secure a forward position. His recent 3rd at Inverell over this distance indicates he's ready to peak.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Este Dia | 5 | Reece O'Connell | S Hardy | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 10 | Gerety | 1 | Ella Drew | Ridge Wilson | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Sweetpea Moochi | 3 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 58.5kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Thief By Night | 2 | Colleen Krahnen | R J Hilton | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Shut Eye | 4 | Ben Looker | W Oakenfull | 61kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 7 | Dubious Six | 8 | Kelsey Lenton | Nick Keal | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Heza Romeo | 10 | Mikayla Weir | A & T Sweeney | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Western Conqueror | 7 | Billy Cray | Ms T Bell | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Purple Esprit | 9 | Kayla Barker | Ridge Wilson | 59kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Winged | 10 | Grady Spokes | Melissa Dennett | 60kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Outta De Lady | 6 | Shakira Bailey | Zach Hatch | 59.5kg |
Bold Hoi Ho brings strong recent form with consecutive placings at his last two starts. The inside draw is perfect for his forward running style at Glen Innes, and his record at 1400m (8: 2-3-1) is excellent. The slight class rise is offset by the perfect draw and consistent performances.
His recent form includes a win three starts back and a close 4th last time out. The 63kg is a concern but he's proven capable of carrying weight. His versatile racing pattern will help navigate from barrier 5, and his good track record suggests he'll handle conditions well.
He's A Copy Boy brings solid recent form including a win 4 starts back and a 4th placing just 8 days ago. The good barrier draw will allow him to take up a forward position, and his record at the distance (6: 1-2-1) is encouraging. The quick backup should have him at peak fitness, and the lightweight of 55kg is a significant advantage in this field.
Gidday Gidday represents excellent value despite the wide barrier. The mare has a strong record at the distance (3: 1-0-1) and gets in with just 55kg. While she failed last start, her overall profile suggests she can bounce back, especially with the long straight at Glen Innes giving her time to wind up.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Unleash | 2 | Gary Geran | Corey & Kylie Geran | 55kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 2 | Shamedy | 8 | Ben Looker | T G Payne | 63.5kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Intoxel | 7 | Nathan Thomas | A Parramore | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Capo Strada | 5 | Colleen Krahnen | B A Gentle | 63kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 11 | He's A Copy Boy | 3 | Luke Rolls | Samantha McGuren | 55kg | $3.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Kiptanui | 4 | Shakira Bailey | R T Hay | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Bold Hoi Ho | 1 | Grady Spokes | Sally Taylor | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Royal Charge | 6 | Noriyuki Masuda | Ms N Hemmings | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Chasing Jackley | 10 | Mikayla Weir | A & T Sweeney | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Under The Cap | 11 | Reece O'Connell | S Hardy | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Accrue | 9 | Brooke Stower | Gavin Groth | 55kg | $16.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Gidday Gidday | 12 | Kelsey Lenton | Nick Keal | 55kg | $7.00 |
His second-up record is solid with 2 placings from 4 attempts, and he's proven at the distance with 3 wins. The likely fast tempo will suit his midfield running style, allowing him to finish strongly down Glen Innes' long straight.
Inatick brings strong credentials with an excellent record at the distance (3-1-1 from 8 starts) and overall consistency (5-7-2 from 22 starts). Second-up from a spell is a positive pattern (3: 0-1-2) and barrier 1 is ideal for this front-runner.
The drop in class is significant, and his record at the distance (2-2-4 from 15 starts) shows consistency. Barrier 4 is ideal for his running style, and despite the weight concern, his class edge makes him a genuine contender in this field.
Ellati represents excellent value dropping significantly from Open company races. With 2 wins from just 4 starts including a perfect record at the distance, she's clearly talented. Second-up from a spell (1 win from 1 attempt) is the ideal pattern, and Ben Looker is a strong jockey booking. The spacious Glen Innes track should suit her running style.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Toyger | 12 | Shakira Bailey | R T Hay | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Prucia | 11 | Mikayla Weir | A & T Sweeney | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Miss Indi | 3 | Nathan Thomas | P J Cunningham | 55kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 7 | Powerstone | 10 | Brooke Stower | Gavin Groth | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Inatick | 1 | Kayla Barker | P J Wallace | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 11 | Heavenly Az | 2 | Noriyuki Masuda | Stephanie Sixtus | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Ellati | 7 | Ben Looker | W Oakenfull | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Takemine | 9 | Luke Rolls | T G Payne | 61.5kg | $6.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Divine Feminine | 8 | Scott Sweedman | T G Payne | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Littlemisscancan | 5 | Maddie Mankelow | Michael Laine | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Outta De Lady | 4 | Zach Hatch | 61.5kg | $7.00 | |
| 12th | 6 | Koondeeman | 13 | Billy Cray | Ms T Bell | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Invincible Faith | 6 | Ella Drew | Ms L Selby | 53kg |
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