Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Wednesday 28 January 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 6 races at Kembla Grange. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Has placed at this track and distance previously and gets the services of in-form jockey Andrew Adkins (25% strike rate). Barrier 8 suits the track bias favoring middle barriers, and his consistent performances suggest he's ready to break through.
Don's Party is showing rapid improvement in just his third career start. Second-up today with a placing from his only previous second-up attempt. Gets the services of experienced jockey Andrew Calder who has a solid 18% strike rate with the stable. Well-drawn in barrier 6 to get a perfect midfield position.
Meritage has been knocking on the door with a solid 4th place finish last start at this track over 1500m. Well-drawn in barrier 2 and should get every chance from there.
Has been racing in stronger company and drops significantly in class today. While yet to win from 16 starts, he's been a consistent placegetter (0-2-5) and appears well-placed to break through. Well-drawn in barrier 4 and should get a perfect run in transit.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Walk Like A Man | 8 | Andrew Adkins | K J Parker | 59kg | $1.95 |
| 2nd | 8 | Meritage | 2 | Pierre Boudvillain | Bryce Heys | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Don's Party | 6 | Andrew Calder | P & M Cave | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 5 | Yesglenn | 3 | Keagan Latham | J A Steinmetz | 59kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Belgrano | 4 | Emma Ly | Darryll Kell | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Jewel County | 1 | Alysha Collett | J M Austin | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Torpedo Ted | 7 | Chad Lever | T & P Vigouroux | 59kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Elle Tee | 5 | Robyn Freeman | Ms T Bateup | 57kg | $101.00 |
Powerful Prayer brings the strongest recent form into this race, having finished a close 3rd over this track and distance just 18 days ago. The 4YO gelding is on an upward trajectory after winning at Beaumont over 2100m two starts back. Drawn perfectly in barrier 3 with a jockey who excels at this track, he should get an ideal run in midfield and is ready to peak third-up at the 2400m.
Winning Point finished a close second over this track and distance last start, confirming her affinity for Kembla Grange where she has a solid record of 11: 1-1-3. The 6YO mare drops significantly in class from her recent Canterbury runs and should appreciate the moderate tempo expected. While she hasn't won for some time, her consistency makes her a major player.
Malbork Castle brings strong form into this race after a solid 3rd placing over 1900m at Canterbury. Likely to be on-pace in a moderately run race, which should suit.
Dezignation represents excellent value as a progressive 3YO who won last start over 2200m at Nowra. The Matthew Smith-trained colt gets in with just 55kg and has significant upside compared to his more exposed rivals. With Dylan Gibbons aboard, he's the value runner.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Mr Fabulous | 6 | Brock Ryan | Ms T Bateup | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Dezignation | 5 | Dylan Gibbons | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Procean | 1 | Siena Grima | C J Waller | 55kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 5 | Powerful Prayer | 3 | Pierre Boudvillain | John Thompson | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Winning Point | 4 | Chad Lever | Paul Murray | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 2 | Malbork Castle | 7 | William A Stanley | Richard Litt | 58kg | $4.40 |
| Scr | 1 | Viktor | 8 | Chad Schofield | Bjorn Baker | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Flaming Moon | 2 | Mitchell Bell | Edward Cummings | 56kg |
Manukau brings the strongest and most consistent form to this maiden, with 4 placings from 5 starts. Tommy Berry's engagement is a positive, and she's proven on Good tracks with 2 placings from 2 starts. The main query is whether she can finally break through for a win.
Over The Limit showed significant improvement last start with a close second at Nowra over this distance. Now second-up from a spell, there's scope for further improvement. While unproven at Kembla Grange, the spacious track should suit his running style, and he represents each-way value.
Infant Warrior brings strong credentials with a close second at this track and distance last start. She's shown improvement with each run and has proven form on Good tracks. While barrier 7 isn't ideal, she should get a nice midfield position and can finish strongly with the expected fast tempo.
Her first-up record is solid, and trainer Peter Snowden is adept at having horses ready fresh. While unproven at Kembla Grange, her adaptability across different tracks suggests she'll handle the spacious circuit.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Manukau | 1 | Tommy Berry | Michael Freedman | 59.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Zing To Me | 6 | Chad Schofield | Peter Snowden | 57kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 2 | Declan | 9 | Jay Ford | Joseph Pride | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Plume | 2 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 7 | Over The Limit | 3 | Molly Bourke | Ms A Turner | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Nuns Chorus | 4 | Tom Sherry | Richard Litt | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Celestial Grace | 5 | Alysha Collett | G Portelli | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Juvenal | 8 | Andrew Adkins | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Wonderstorm | 11 | Ms D Poidevin-Laine | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Extraglow | 10 | Dylan Gibbons | Bjorn Baker | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Infant Warrior | 7 | Deanne Panya | Marc & Mitchell Conners | 55.5kg |
Firework brings the strongest recent form, winning impressively last start at Gosford. Has excellent track and distance credentials with a placing at this track and 3 from 3 at the distance. The addition of blinkers first time should sharpen him up, and his second-up record (2: 0-1-0) suggests further improvement. Chad Schofield retains the ride after winning on him previously.
Aisle Two brings strong credentials with an excellent record at this track (4: 1-0-2). Tommy Berry's booking is significant, and while first-up from a spell, she has placed when fresh before. The main query is the class rise, but her raw ability suggests she can measure up.
Likely to lead from barrier 4 and could prove difficult to run down. Keagan Latham (25% strike rate from last 20 rides) is a positive booking. The significant class rise is the main query, along with limited race experience and no track experience. Still, his raw ability makes him a genuine contender.
This lightly-raced filly has been improving with each start, placing strongly last time out in similar company. The booking of Regan Bayliss (19% strike rate at this track) is significant, and she gets in with just 55kg. While untested at the distance, her racing pattern suggests it will suit, and she's drawn to get a perfect run from barrier 6.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Aisle Two | 1 | Tommy Berry | R & L Price | 56kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 9 | Starinion | 3 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | S Sampson | 52kg | $81.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Bianca Mia | 6 | Regan Bayliss | Brad Widdup | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Magical Moments | 2 | Alysha Collett | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Classic Pocket | 9 | Grant Buckley | R A Bailey | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Bondasong | 4 | Keagan Latham | Ms K Waugh | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Cuban Rain | 5 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 55.5kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Firework | 8 | Chad Schofield | Nacim Dilmi | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Li'l Grug | 7 | Jay Ford | Ms D Poidevin-Laine | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
The inside draw suits at Kembla's 1300m start, and Tom Sherry (20% recent strike rate) is a strong jockey booking. The Sargent stable excels with developing fillies, and this daughter of Contributer should appreciate the step up to 1300m.
The application of blinkers first time is a significant gear change that should help her focus, while Tyler Schiller is a quality jockey booking. Expect significant improvement at her second career start, and the step up to 1300m should suit based on her pedigree.
Tahurangi brings the most race experience with 6 starts and has shown consistency with a 2nd and 4th in her last 3 runs. While she's yet to win, her soft track form (0-1-0 from 3 starts) is encouraging if conditions deteriorate, and she should be right in the finish.
The quick backup suggests fitness and trainer confidence, while his proven ability at the track and distance is a significant positive. Brock Ryan (20% recent strike rate) knows the horse well with 4 previous rides, and the gelding's form is trending in the right direction.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Tsarevich | 10 | Molly Bourke | J G Sargent | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Cosmic Avenger | 3 | Andrew Adkins | J G Sargent | 57.5kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 13 | Tahurangi | 1 | Alysha Collett | R L Pearse | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Neferusobek | 8 | Pierre Boudvillain | Ms D Poidevin-Laine | 55.5kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Givenbel | 9 | Andrew Calder | R T Leemon | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Zougotme | 11 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Waking Resources | 2 | Mitchell Bell | Stephen O'Halloran | 57.5kg | $3.60 |
| 8th | 12 | Sunday Punch | 7 | Tyler Schiller | C E Conners | 55.5kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Sister's Run | 4 | Tom Sherry | J G Sargent | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Raygun Express | 5 | Lee Magorrian | Richard & Will Freedman | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Tendi | 12 | J A Steinmetz | 59kg | ||
| 2 | Cap D'ail | 6 | Keagan Latham | Ms D Poidevin-Laine | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Easiest Choice | 13 | Jay Ford | David Pfieffer | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Coco Dior | 14 | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | British Navy | 15 | Richard & Will Freedman | 57.5kg |
Octa De Lago brings the strongest recent form into this race with a last-start win at Gosford over 1200m. With a strong record on good tracks and Dylan Gibbons aboard, he looks well-placed to handle the slight rise in class.
Inoue has strong credentials with a previous win at Kembla Grange and excellent second-up statistics. While he's carrying top weight and coming off a disappointing run, his class and track experience make him a genuine contender in this race.
Her recent form has been solid with a 4th last start at Beaumont. Mitchell Bell is a positive jockey booking with a 17% strike rate for this trainer.
The addition of blinkers for the first time is a significant gear change that could spark improvement, and she's perfectly drawn in barrier 1.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | C'mon Mate | 2 | Siena Grima | Ross McConville | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Ivana | 1 | Tyler Schiller | Edward O'Rourke | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Turned Down | 4 | Zac Wadick | D R Mirfin | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Inoue | 8 | Jace McMurray | Peter Snowden | 59.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Can't Touch This | 7 | Mitchell Bell | Matthew Smith | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Feirme Prince | 9 | Grant Buckley | Toby Pracey | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Cheeky Dancer | 5 | Mollie Fitzgerald | C Maher | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Octa De Lago | 3 | Dylan Gibbons | Richard Litt | 59.5kg | $1.90 |
| Scr | 8 | Deep Emotion | 6 | Keagan Latham | John Thompson | 55kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Cuban Rain | 10 | R & L Price | 55kg |
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