Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Western Australia · Wednesday 21 January 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Bunbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Dancing Spirit showed significant promise when finishing a strong second on debut at Albany. The William Pike booking is significant (45% recent strike rate), and the addition of blinkers suggests improvement is expected. With a strong trainer-jockey combination (23% win rate) and a weight advantage, she's well-positioned to capitalize on the predicted fast tempo by finishing strongly.
Dark Opal brings solid consistency with 3 placings from 10 starts and has been knocking on the door with consecutive thirds in her last two outings. Lucy Fiore knows the mare well and should give her every chance.
Maggie Jean returns from a lengthy spell but has been competing in stronger metropolitan company. The addition of front pads suggests trainer focus on comfort, and Brandon Louis has placed on this mare previously. The class drop from metropolitan to provincial grade is significant.
Drawing barrier 3 is ideal for Bunbury's 1100m start, and she's previously placed when second-up in her career. Shaun O'Donnell is a significant jockey booking with a 25% strike rate at this track. The predicted fast tempo should suit her running style, and she'll be fresh after 138 days between runs.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Maggie Jean | 4 | Brandon Louis | H S McLaren | 56kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 3 | Dark Opal | 1 | Lucy F Fiore | Brett Pope | 56kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 8 | Leafice | 3 | Shaun O'Donnell | M L Lane | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Gentleman's Code | 9 | Keshaw Dhurun | Cooper Casey | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Dancing Spirit | 8 | William Pike | A G Durrant | 54.5kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 10 | Mahler's Melody | 6 | Natika Riordan | D & B Pearce | 51.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Working Class Girl | 7 | Holly Nottle | D & B Pearce | 52.5kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Likes To Chant | 2 | Giaan O'Donnell | G C Ballantyne | 52kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 6 | So Many Stories | 10 | Clint Johnston-Porter | D & B Pearce | 56kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Ducat | 11 | Kristy Bennett | C H Webster | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Miss Tickle Boom | 12 | G & A Williams | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Desert Ora | 5 | Jade Mc Naught | Michelle Hagley | 54.5kg |
Morf brings the strongest recent form, having run 2nd in Open company last start at Ascot. The 3yo gelding has shown consistent improvement and appears ready to break through for a maiden win.
Xelcimus brings strong consistent form with three consecutive 2nd placings. While the wide barrier is a concern, the fast tempo should allow her to find a position and finish strongly. The mare has shown she's ready to break through.
Midnight Star brings consistent form with 2 seconds and 1 third from 4 starts. The mare has a strong record on soft tracks (4: 0-2-1) and gets the services of Clint Johnston-Porter who has a 22% strike rate with trainer Michael Grantham. First-up record is a concern (1: 0-0-0), but the fast tempo should suit her closing style.
The fast tempo should allow him to settle and finish strongly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Morf | 9 | Holly Nottle | Luke Fernie | 54.5kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Flavoursome | 12 | Rocky Cheung | Daniel O'Connor | 53kg | $81.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Back To Bondi | 2 | Shaun O'Donnell | T M Andrews | 56.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Yankee Ace | 3 | Steven Parnham | S V Vahala | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Midnight Star | 7 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Michael Grantham | 56kg | $3.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Xelcimus | 14 | Keshaw Dhurun | H S McLaren | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 7th | 8 | Carentan | 11 | Brad Parnham | T M Wolfe | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Saisoku | 15 | Brandon Louis | S V Vahala | 56.5kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Ordashus | 1 | Natika Riordan | R C McPherson | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 6 | Purpleboots | 8 | Laqdar Ramoly | N D Parnham | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 15 | Forever Victorious | 10 | Luke Campbell | Holly Taylor | 54.5kg | $151.00 |
| 12th | 1 | Extreme Ruler | 5 | Jade Mc Naught | Bronwyn Mathieson | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 13th | 13 | Choice Attraction | 13 | Troy Turner | Brett Pope | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 14th | 14 | Letitbe A Session | 6 | Lucy F Fiore | Brandon Fiore | 56kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Magic Carats | 4 | William Pike | B R Larsson | 58kg |
The inside draw suits the 1000m start at Bunbury, and he should be able to utilize his early speed. While stepping up in class, his second-up pattern suggests further improvement is likely, and the Galati/Dickson combination has a strong 21% strike rate.
So Immaculate brings solid recent form with a 3rd placing two starts back in similar company. The light weight of 51.5kg is a significant advantage, and she's shown consistency in her recent runs. While barrier 7 isn't ideal for the 1000m start at Bunbury, she has enough tactical speed to overcome it.
However, the 299-day break is significant, and he's unproven at both the track and distance. The tongue tie first time could help his breathing and performance.
This consistent mare has strong recent form including a 4th last start at this track and a close 2nd two starts back.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | So Immaculate | 7 | Rocky Cheung | Daniel O'Connor | 51.5kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Makwell Smart | 1 | Natika Riordan | Cooper Casey | 54.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Scary Mary | 3 | Jefferson Tsang | D R Pateman | 52kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Earl It Is | 2 | Austin Galati | Summer Dickson | 60kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 1 | Excelindeed | 5 | Holly Nottle | D & B Pearce | 58.5kg | $1.75 |
| 6th | 6 | Royal Defense | 8 | Kyra Yuill | P J Naylor | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Firey Panz | 9 | Jade Mc Naught | P J Naylor | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Power To Rule | 4 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Geronimo Magic | 6 | Brad Parnham | N D Parnham | 57kg | $13.00 |
Just Gifted brings strong credentials as a second-up performer (1 win from 2 second-up starts) and is dropping in class from her last start third at this track. The Lucy Fiore/T W Crosby combination is untested but both have solid individual records at Bunbury.
Her Bunbury record (1-0-4 from 7 starts) shows she handles this track well, and she's dropping in class from her last start. Holly Nottle has a solid 14% strike rate at this track, and the mare's consistent recent form (placed in 2 of her last 5 starts) indicates she's ready to fire.
Chino La Diva brings solid credentials with a strong track and distance record (1-0-1 from 3 starts) and consistent recent form including a 4th placing at this track two starts back. The inside barrier is advantageous for a likely on-pace runner, though the 61kg top weight is a significant impost. Rocky Cheung's 0% strike rate at Bunbury is concerning, but the mare's experience and consistency keep her in the mix despite the class rise.
Romance Calling represents value as a lightly-raced improver with just 4 career starts for 1 win. The Luke Fernie/Chanel Cooper combination boasts a strong 21% strike rate, and the filly is dropping slightly in class. While first-up from a spell, she's shown ability to perform fresh and has the scope for significant improvement at just her 5th career start.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Chino La Diva | 1 | Rocky Cheung | Daniel O'Connor | 61kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 9 | Wayne The Pain | 9 | Brad Parnham | Misty Bazeley | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Rommel's Jeuney | 8 | Keshaw Dhurun | Angela Johnston | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Alabama Elegance | 2 | Steven Parnham | Ryan Hill | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Romance Calling | 3 | Chanel Cooper | Luke Fernie | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 7 | If I Din Havadime | 5 | Holly Nottle | L P Luciani | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Just Gifted | 6 | Lucy F Fiore | T W Crosby | 59.5kg | $3.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Manta Ray Bay | 10 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Ms S Naylor | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Mavis Myrtle | 7 | Jade Mc Naught | C G Willis | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Prince Tikea | 4 | Ava Catarino | John Doyle | 56kg | $61.00 |
Girls On Fire brings strong credentials dropping back from open company where she ran second last start. Her Bunbury record is excellent with a win and a place from three starts, and she's proven at this distance. While first-up from a spell, her second-up record suggests she'll be primed for this assignment. Brad Parnham is a significant jockey booking with a strong 27% strike rate for this trainer.
His Bunbury record is excellent with a win from two starts, and he draws perfectly in barrier 1. William Pike's engagement is significant with his remarkable 45% recent strike rate. The main query is his unproven record at 1200m, but his overall profile suggests he'll handle it.
Drawing barrier 2 with only 52.5kg is a significant advantage.
His high win strike rate (33%) and proven record at the distance (3 wins from 7 starts) are significant positives. While his last start was disappointing, he's shown the ability to bounce back and his second-up record suggests improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Ripper Rupert | 1 | William Pike | Luke Fernie | 57.5kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 1 | Too Much Talk | 9 | Jefferson Tsang | Jarrad Humphries | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Blue Can Talk | 2 | Cassey Martinan | N D Dellar | 52.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Apparatus | 3 | Chloe Azzopardi | Dylan Bairstow | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Highland Flair | 8 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | H S McLaren | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Play Dice | 4 | Holly Nottle | D H Hopperton | 57kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Girls On Fire | 5 | Brad Parnham | M L Lane | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 8th | 6 | American Escape | 6 | Patrick Carbery | C R Green | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Heyfield Boomer | 7 | Laqdar Ramoly | Mack Hall | 58kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Malletier | 9 | G & A Williams | 60kg |
Lightly-raced mare showing significant promise with a dominant first-up win at Bunbury over 1000m. The step up to 1400m looks suitable based on her finishing strength, and the booking of William Pike (45% recent strike rate) is a significant positive.
Progressive mare with a strong second-up profile (1-0-1 from 2 attempts) who should improve sharply from her first-up run. William Pike sticks with her despite having other options, and the trainer-jockey combination boasts a strong 23% strike rate.
Consistent mare with excellent credentials at this track (1-2-0 from 4 starts) who finished a close second over this course just 9 days ago. Has proven ability at the distance with a second placing from her only attempt at 1400m. Drawn well in barrier 5 and should get an ideal run in midfield. The Fiore training/riding combination has a solid 12% strike rate, and she drops slightly in class from her last start.
Mare with an excellent record at Bunbury (0-2-0 from 2 starts) who performs well fresh. The Brad Parnham/M Lane combination boasts an impressive 27% strike rate, significantly above their individual averages. Her racing pattern suggests she'll be suited by the likely fast tempo, allowing her to finish strongly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Elvira Star | 3 | Shaun O'Donnell | Robert & Kate Witten | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 13 | Space Academy | 2 | Keshaw Dhurun | Mack Hall | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Aurora Queen | 8 | Austin Galati | A G Durrant | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Antz Pantz Baby | 5 | Lucy F Fiore | Brandon Fiore | 58.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Milly's Clever Too | 6 | Jade Mc Naught | P J Naylor | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Jazalot | 13 | Laqdar Ramoly | N D Dellar | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 6 | Bella Violetta | 10 | Brad Parnham | M L Lane | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Royal Trooper | 11 | Holly Nottle | G J Kersley | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Highly Spoken | 4 | Victoria Corver | David Philp | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Icandoit Onmyown | 12 | Ava Catarino | C G Willis | 54kg | $41.00 |
| 11th | 11 | Setagaya | 9 | William Pike | A G Durrant | 57kg | $3.60 |
| 12th | 4 | Winning Shuffle | 1 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Misty Bazeley | 56.5kg | $19.00 |
| 13th | 12 | Hellaine | 7 | Troy Turner | Matthew Scott | 54kg | $201.00 |
Her back-to-back wins prior show she's in career-best form, and the drop back from metropolitan grade to provincial class is ideal. The middle draw suits her running style, and Holly Nottle (who's won on her before) retains the ride. The quick backup suggests connections are confident.
The wide draw is offset by her tactical speed, though she'll need to work in the early stages.
Bird On A Wire brings solid recent form, finishing second last start over this distance. The inside draw is perfect for her pattern and she has proven Bunbury form with a win and two placings from six attempts. The class rise is the main query, but she appears ready for the step up based on her recent performances.
His form is trending upward with a win and two placings in his last six starts. While the class rise is significant, he has shown the ability to compete at this level previously.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Oisin | 6 | Brad Parnham | S J Miller | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Azabelle | 4 | Holly Nottle | F R Kersley | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 1 | Shazair | 11 | Lucy F Fiore | P E Roberts | 60kg | $2.60 |
| 4th | 7 | Amarlie Miss | 3 | Shaun O'Donnell | A G Durrant | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Hot Chatter | 7 | Amy Jo Hayes | Sky Ballinger | 54.5kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 6 | His Eminence | 9 | Kristy Bennett | P R Bamford | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Net Zero | 5 | Patrick Carbery | C R Green | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Bird On A Wire | 2 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Ms R Nairn | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 12 | Willpower | 1 | Jefferson Tsang | W J Bradshaw | 51.5kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Miss Laquetta | 10 | Elisha Whittington | P J Naylor | 54.5kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Angel's My Name | 8 | Giaan O'Donnell | G C Ballantyne | 50.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Side Show | 7 | Chloe Azzopardi | Dylan Bairstow | 54.5kg |
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