Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Thursday 15 January 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 6 races at Ipswich. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Second-up now after that promising return, he's drawn perfectly in barrier 5 for this tight-turning track where inside gates are crucial. The Gollan stable is firing and with Emily Lang aboard, he maps to take up a forward position which is vital at Ipswich. His consistency in maidens suggests he's ready to break through.
Happy Wins has the crucial advantage of barrier 1 at this tight-turning, leader-biased track. While unplaced in both career starts, the perfect draw gives her every chance to utilize early speed and dictate terms. First-up from a long spell with multiple gear changes suggests the stable has addressed previous issues. Ben Thompson is riding in good form with 15% strike rate from his last 20 rides. The inside draw is the key factor at Ipswich.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Boom Break | 5 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 60kg | $1.45 |
| 2nd | 13 | Lukey Blue | 3 | Damien Thornton | Jason Edwards | 55kg | $3.80 |
| 3rd | 17 | Shaque D'amour | 4 | Ms T Cotsiopoulos | 54.5kg | $21.00 | |
| 4th | 12 | Midnight Maggie | 2 | Olivia Webb | P H Duncan | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Zemoreya | 6 | Heavelon Van Der Hoven | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 15 | Up The Creek | 8 | Brandon Lerena | Ms S Croxford | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Conquer Dat | 7 | Montanna Savva | Michael Frappell | 60kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Copper Star | 13 | James Moore | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Khoirgirl | 9 | G R Duncan | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Over Spray | 12 | Cejay Graham | K M Schweida | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Happy Wins | 1 | Ben E Thompson | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Bev's Special | 11 | L J Mayfield-Smith | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Ceretti | 14 | T J Gollan | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Conformity | 10 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Enchaanted | 16 | Chris & Corey Munce | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Better For It | 11 | Olivia Kendal | Ms C Allardyce | 56kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Inquicktime | 14 | R L Heathcote | 55.5kg |
The likely fast tempo will suit his versatile racing style, and he should settle midfield before finishing strongly. Ben Thompson's 15% recent strike rate is another positive factor.
Casterly Rock should get the perfect run from barrier 4, likely leading or sitting on pace which is advantageous at Ipswich. While his win strike rate is poor (just 1 from 20), he's a consistent placegetter with 6 placings.
Daniel Moor is riding in excellent form with a 20% strike rate from his last 20 rides.
Andrew Mallyon has a solid 16% strike rate at this track and combines well with trainer Dunn (14% strike rate). The wide barrier is a concern, but with his strong staying credentials and finishing power, he can overcome it.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Down Under Stunnah | 6 | Brandon Lerena | Michael Morrison | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 2 | Cigar Man | 8 | Ben E Thompson | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 60kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Chayse 'n' Penny | 3 | Robbie Dolan | L D Kelly | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 6 | High Class Roller | 10 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 1 | Casterly Rock | 4 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 60kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 11 | Cosmic Insanity | 14 | Montanna Savva | Ms S Croxford | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Global | 9 | Matthew Palmer | S B Laming | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Shannon's Legacy | 11 | Jett Newman | Renita Beaton | 51kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Piertaga | 12 | Dale Smith | Ryan Tyrell | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Aima Sun | 1 | Karl Zechner | Allan Chau | 55kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Pieronimo | 5 | Daniel Moor | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Wexford Miss | 7 | Bella Youngberry | Michael Morrison | 53.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Pimpernel | 13 | Micheal Hellyer | Taryn Churchill | 54kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Love To Be Proud | 15 | Michael Frappell | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Frijoles | 2 | G R Schwenke | 54kg |
Admitted brings strong credentials first-up from a spell with an ideal barrier 1 draw at this leader-biased track. With a strong first-up record (2-1-0 from 4 starts) and Angela Jones (25% strike rate) aboard, he maps to get the perfect run. The inside draw is crucial at Ipswich's tight turning track.
Her recent win over 800m at Ipswich shows she's in good form for this assignment. While barrier 7 isn't ideal at this tight-turning track and she carries 60kg, her proven ability to handle weight and her track knowledge are significant advantages.
His overall record shows remarkable consistency (5-5-2 from 16 starts) and he's well-weighted here. While the barrier is slightly awkward, his tactical speed should allow him to overcome this at the short 800m trip. Leslie Tilley knows this horse well.
He's coming off a solid 3rd placing at this track just 22 days ago.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Mixed Signals | 5 | Olivia Webb | Michael Nolan | 57kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 2 | Campai | 7 | Bella Youngberry | S J Morrisey | 60kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | Flaming Conquest | 4 | Chloe Lowe | David Murphy | 61kg | $3.60 |
| 4th | 5 | Admitted | 1 | Angela Jones | Billy Healey | 58kg | $2.50 |
| 5th | 8 | Inquisitive Legend | 3 | Montanna Savva | R T Hay | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Levar | 8 | Micheal Hellyer | Kym Afford | 54.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Anaisa | 6 | Jason Taylor | Ravyn Warzecha | 54kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Medals | 9 | Leslie Tilley | Pat W Webster | 60kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Red Boomshakalaka | 10 | Cody Collis | M A Currie | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Runaround Sue | 2 | Karl Zechner | Pat W Webster | 57kg |
Progressive 4YO gelding who's shown significant improvement this preparation. His second-up record is excellent with 2 wins from 3 attempts, and he comes off a strong win at Murwillumbah. The Andrew Mallyon/horse combination is particularly potent (2 wins from 3 rides). While stepping up in class and distance, he maps to get a perfect midfield position from barrier 5 and should be strong through the line.
Consistent performer dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger company. Maps to take up a forward position from barrier 4, which is ideal at this track. The 60kg is a concern, but the class drop offsets this. Expect him to be right in the finish.
Mare with excellent credentials at this track and distance (2 wins from 8 attempts). Comes off a strong win here last start and has been freshened up. The wide barrier is a concern at this track, but her proven ability to handle Ipswich's tight turns is a significant advantage. Cejay Graham is riding in good form (20% recent strike rate). Will need luck from back in the field but has the finishing ability to be competitive.
While unproven at the distance, she maps to get a perfect midfield position and should be suited by the likely fast tempo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Burleigh Magic | 8 | Angela Jones | R G Lipp | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | More Trouble | 4 | Damien Thornton | Jack Bruce | 60kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 5 | Silent Call | 5 | Andrew Mallyon | M J Dunn | 57.5kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 7 | Pele Princess | 10 | Cejay Graham | B C Baker | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 2 | Zou Big Boy | 7 | Leah Martyn | T J Gollan | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Bitoftheblarney | 6 | Ben E Thompson | C J Waller | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 6 | Zheng You | 2 | Tiffani Brooker | Michael Frappell | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Got Yourself A Gun | 3 | Georgina Cartwright | Phil Bobic | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Oakfield Storm | 9 | Micheal Hellyer | Taryn Churchill | 54kg | $201.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Shackamaxon | 11 | Jason Taylor | Ravyn Warzecha | 54kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Vermilion Kirin | 1 | Jett Newman | L J Gough | 55kg |
Ideally drawn in barrier 2 for this leader-biased track and gets the services of Angela Jones who has strong recent form (25% strike rate last 20 rides). Perfectly positioned to capitalize on Ipswich's tight turning track.
Lightly-raced gelding with strong Ipswich record (3:1-0-1) showing consistent form with placings in similar company. Has tactical speed to overcome the wider draw and position well in the run. Gets the services of Michael Rodd who combines well with trainer Schweida (30% strike rate). Solid chance but faces a class rise.
Consistent gelding with strong win rate (33%) who should appreciate the slight class drop. Barrier 4 is workable at Ipswich and he has tactical speed to position forward. Solid each-way chance in an open race.
The wide barrier is a significant concern at Ipswich, but he has the tactical speed to potentially overcome it. Strong fresh record (3:1-1-0) and proven at this distance (3:1-0-1).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Metalcraft | 8 | Michael Rodd | K M Schweida | 57.5kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 11 | Andi Don't Care | 2 | Angela Jones | T J Gollan | 57kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 1 | Got Gumption | 4 | Bella Youngberry | S B Lee | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Lantau Island | 9 | Emily Lang | T J Gollan | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 19 | Hey Chardonnay | 14 | Chris & Corey Munce | 55kg | $8.50 | |
| 6th | 3 | Baltray | 6 | Leah Martyn | L H Wheeler | 57.5kg | $17.00 |
| 7th | 15 | Rubaahy | 1 | Kenji Yoshida | K R Kemp | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Starsarise | 3 | Dale Smith | J P Wallace | 58kg | $20.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Horrible Hank | 10 | Chloe Lowe | Glenn Richardson | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Shapin Power | 7 | Karl Zechner | Angela Plumb | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 9 | I'm Lucky Two | 20 | Damien Thornton | Michael Nolan | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Limero | 16 | S W Kendrick | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Encouraged | 18 | Cody Collis | D J Hansen | 59kg | |
| Scr | 6 | In No Doubt | 17 | Chris Anderson | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Betty Maud | 19 | G R Duncan | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Daitanna | 11 | Cejay Graham | Jack Bruce | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Chayse'n'scotty | 5 | Ryan Tyrell | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Storm Force Ten | 15 | S W Kendrick | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Saxinoue | 12 | A & T Sweeney | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 20 | Toute Sweet | 13 | B C Baker | 54kg |
Though facing a class rise, his progressive profile and strong finishing ability should be suited by the very fast tempo expected. Has placed in 3 of his last 4 starts showing consistency, and the Gollan/Thompson combination (13% strike rate) is a positive factor.
Now second-up from a spell (where she has a solid record) and dropping in class, she represents strong each-way value. Tiffani Brooker is riding in good form (15% strike rate from last 20 rides) and the mare's progressive profile suggests further improvement is likely.
Despite the wide barrier and top weight, he has the early speed to overcome these challenges and should be suited by the fast tempo. His consistent form (3-1-1 from 14 starts) and proven ability at this class level make him a genuine contender. Jockey Bella Youngberry's 15% recent strike rate is another positive.
Jockey Jett Newman is in excellent form with a 20% strike rate from his last 20 rides. The wide barrier is the main concern at the tight Ipswich track.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Land Bank | 8 | Ben E Thompson | T J Gollan | 60kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Jungle Fever | 2 | Corey Sutherland | Stephen Sutherland | 60kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Six Of Wands | 10 | Fiona Sandkuhl | Matthew Hoysted | 60.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 20 | Black 'n' Deadly | 14 | Olivia Webb | Ravyn Warzecha | 53kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 5 | I Stole It | 15 | Jett Newman | Renita Beaton | 57.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 17 | Iron Grace | 16 | Yvette Lewis | S J Morrisey | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Bole Le | 12 | Michael Rodd | P J Wallace | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 18 | Headline Legend | 17 | Karl Zechner | John Thomas | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 21 | Rockrata | 1 | Ryan Tyrell | 56.5kg | $14.00 | |
| 10th | 19 | Hotchi | 7 | L J Mayfield-Smith | 57kg | $81.00 | |
| 11th | 10 | War Too All | 4 | Harrison Shaw | T B Thomas | 59.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 23 | Reebar | 6 | T B Thomas | 54.5kg | $201.00 | |
| 13th | 16 | Sammaan City | 20 | Jack Bruce | 59kg | $31.00 | |
| 14th | 3 | Archers Reign | 9 | Jackson Morris | Josh Sweeney | 62kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Barello | 13 | Bella Youngberry | Jordan Lee | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Xtra La Vita | 21 | R L Heathcote | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Cool Running | 19 | Emily Lang | M J Lakey | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Retainer | 3 | Jasper Franklin | S W Kendrick | 58kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Bandit | 11 | T B Thomas | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Blakemore Avenue | 11 | Tiffani Brooker | J W Healy | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Echo Hunter | 18 | P P Jenkins | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Brutal Lass | 16 | Chris & Corey Munce | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 22 | Rapid Dude | 5 | T B Thomas | 55.5kg |
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