Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Saturday 7 February 2026
Our top pick won 1 of 5 races at Gilgandra. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The mare is well-drawn in barrier 3 and gets the services of Clayton Gallagher who boasts a strong 18% strike rate at this track. The fast tempo should suit her running style, and the first-up freshness could be the catalyst for a breakthrough win.
The mare has the benefit of Jacob Stiff in the saddle, who is in excellent form with a 35% strike rate from his last 20 rides and a solid 20% strike rate at this track.
King Lesong comes into this race on a quick 5-day backup, suggesting fitness won't be an issue. While yet to break through for a win, he has been consistent in recent starts and has experience at this distance. Jockey Zoe Hunt knows the track well with a solid 18% strike rate here. The gelding should be able to find a midfield position from barrier 6 and could run into the placings with a clean run.
The gelding has drawn the coveted inside barrier which is crucial at Gilgandra, especially in sprint races. His form is trending in the right direction, and he gets significant weight relief with just 53.5kg. While his jockey is in moderate form, the perfect draw should allow him to utilize his early speed and potentially lead or sit just behind the pace, which is the ideal setup at this track.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Protectionism | 4 | Mikayla Weir | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Miss Strategic | 2 | Dylan Stanley | Kylie Kennedy | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Bodhi | 1 | Nick Palmer | Monique Gavin | 53.5kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Finest Art | 3 | Clayton Gallagher | Darren Hyde | 56.5kg | $1.75 |
| 5th | 7 | Megaphone Miss | 7 | Jacob Stiff | Ms S Jeffries | 52.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 4 | King Lesong | 6 | Zoe Hunt | M R Mulholland | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Raining Luck | 5 | Kody Nestor | Damien Smith | 59kg | $5.50 |
The addition of a lugging bit first-up suggests connections are focused on keeping the horse straight.
The booking of in-form jockey Leeshelle Small (25% recent strike rate and 25% at this track) is significant. First-up record is a concern (0 from 2).
Proclivity comes in second-up after a fair fresh run at Scone. The significant gear changes (tongue tie and visors first time) suggest connections are looking to sharpen him up. Barrier 4 is ideal for this track, though jockey Nick Palmer's recent form (0 from 20) is concerning. The second-up pattern and gear changes point to improvement.
His track experience (0-1-0 from 3 starts) is valuable, and the quick 5-day backup suggests fitness. While winless from 20 starts, he's been consistently placing and ran 2nd at this track in December. Barrier 8 is less ideal at Gilgandra, but the jockey's form and horse's track experience offset this disadvantage.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Proclivity | 4 | Nick Palmer | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | My Sweetheart | 3 | Serg Lisnyy | Damien Smith | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Keinbah's Warrior | 2 | Kody Nestor | Damien Smith | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Pillager | 8 | Jacob Stiff | Kieren Hazelton | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Stuck In The Gorge | 1 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Indie Mae | 7 | Leeshelle Small | J R Gask | 55.5kg | $3.70 |
| 7th | 5 | Forwarding | 9 | Izzy Neale | Robert Lane | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 8th | 2 | I Alone | 6 | Mikayla Weir | D R Consadine | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Erion | 5 | Zoe Hunt | Ms M Harrison | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
He's dropping in class here which is a significant advantage, and his record at the distance is solid. The wide barrier is the main concern at this track, but his early speed should help overcome this disadvantage.
Loud is dropping significantly in class which is a major positive. Her recent form has been consistent with a 3rd placing last start, and while her win strike rate is low, she has an excellent place record (47: 3-7-11). The middle barrier suits at Gilgandra, and her jockey is in excellent form with a 35% strike rate from his last 20 rides.
The inside draw suits perfectly at Gilgandra where on-pace runners from good barriers excel. Her improving pattern and the fact her jockey has already won on her gives confidence she can overcome the slight class rise.
The wide barrier is a concern at Gilgandra, but she's a second-up specialist (4: 1-1-0) which is a significant positive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Chicken Legs | 9 | Ryan Bradley | Ms J Clement | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 5 | Seeburg | 7 | Nick Palmer | Monique Gavin | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Cooma Hut | 10 | Zoe Hunt | Kieren Hazelton | 60.5kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Box Of Crackers | 13 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 9 | Loud | 6 | Jacob Stiff | Peter Reynolds | 53.5kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 10 | Smart 'n' Ritzy | 5 | Leeshelle Small | G R Brooker | 54.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Yael's Delight | 12 | Izzy Neale | Barry Wall | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 1 | Veloce Meteor | 3 | Gabrielle Johnston | Monique Gavin | 61.5kg | $5.50 |
| 9th | 13 | The Hoff | 1 | W T Martyn | 55kg | $31.00 | |
| 10th | 7 | Side Cash | 4 | Wendy Peel | Bill Hayes | 59kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Martindale Dancer | 2 | Grace Palmer | Kelly Barber | 57kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Houdini Spirit | 10 | Ms C Monaghan | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Procyon Miss | 11 | Connie Greig | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Stanawi | 8 | Kylie Kennedy | 58.5kg |
Invincible Phantom brings the strongest recent form with a maiden win at Gilgandra followed by a close 2nd at Gunnedah. Though first time at 800m, his tactical speed should allow him to settle handy in a race with very fast tempo. The 3YO gelding is improving with each run and appears well-placed despite the top weight.
Charge Away brings strong credentials at both track (3:0-2-1) and distance (2:0-1-1). Though first-up from a long spell, her first-up record (4:0-1-2) suggests she can perform fresh. The mare should utilize her tactical speed to be on pace from barrier 6, which is crucial at Gilgandra. Jacob Stiff is in excellent form with 7 wins from his last 20 rides. The weight advantage (54.5kg) will help in a race with very fast tempo.
The 4YO mare has tactical speed to overcome her midfield draw and should be able to settle in a forward position, which is advantageous at Gilgandra. Though inexperienced at both track and distance, her consistent form and light weight (55.5kg) give her strong place claims in a race with very fast tempo.
The 3YO filly is in career-best form with a win and second in her last two starts. She'll benefit greatly from barrier 3 at Gilgandra where inside draws are advantageous. Her light weight (53.5kg) is perfect for a race with very fast tempo. Zoe Hunt knows the track well (18% strike rate) and has won on this horse before.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Wotastatement | 4 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Brummagen | 11 | Ryan Bradley | Brett Thompson | 56kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 7 | One Smart Cookie | 14 | Leeshelle Small | Monique Gavin | 53.5kg | $41.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Swedish Glitter | 3 | Zoe Hunt | C Lundholm | 53.5kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Invincible Phantom | 9 | Kody Nestor | Kieren Hazelton | 57.5kg | $1.90 |
| 6th | 5 | Russian Ember | 7 | Izzy Neale | Ms S Jeffries | 55.5kg | $16.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Stanawi | 1 | Dylan Stanley | Kylie Kennedy | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Charge Away | 6 | Jacob Stiff | M R Mulholland | 54.5kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Rusky Ripper | 2 | Ashleigh Stanley | Ms G Williams | 57.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Calmundi | 13 | Serg Lisnyy | Kylie Kennedy | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Bitta Bon Magic | 8 | Wendy Peel | Bill Hayes | 55kg | $91.00 |
| 12th | 9 | Spotted | 12 | James Rogers | Kieren Hazelton | 55kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 12 | Hornnic | 5 | Clayton Gallagher | Monique Gavin | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Maryland Bridge | 10 | Connie Greig | 55kg |
The Hulkbuster brings excellent track credentials with 2 wins from 5 starts at Gilgandra and drops significantly in class from recent runs. His last start 3rd in Class 2 company reads well for this easier assignment, and he should get an ideal on-pace position from barrier 9. With Zoe Hunt aboard (18% win rate at track), he maps to get the perfect run in a race that should suit his tactical speed.
Her overall record shows consistency (2-5-4 from 22 starts) and she drops significantly in class here.
Big Shot Legend brings solid recent form including a 3rd placing at this track and should get an ideal on-pace position from barrier 8. His tactical speed is well-suited to Gilgandra's racing pattern, and he's proven at this class level. While his overall win strike rate is modest (13%), his consistency and racing pattern make him a genuine place chance in this field.
He's dropping in class and showing an improving form pattern that suggests he's ready to peak. While his overall win record is modest, his recent performances indicate he's found form at the right time.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15 | St Roy | 11 | Ms J Clement | 55kg | $5.00 | |
| 2nd | 13 | Adviser | 15 | Ryan Bradley | Ms J Clement | 52.5kg | $41.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Big Shot Legend | 8 | Izzy Neale | Kieren Hazelton | 58.5kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Ultra White | 3 | Dylan Stanley | Dar Lunn | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Always Fiorente | 10 | Kody Nestor | C Lundholm | 63.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Dervinia | 4 | Clayton Gallagher | C Lundholm | 59.5kg | $9.50 |
| 7th | 10 | The Hulkbuster | 9 | Zoe Hunt | Gaye-Lee Burgers | 54.5kg | $2.60 |
| 8th | 8 | Memorialise | 6 | Wendy Peel | Peter Kirby | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Magic Alwyns | 13 | G J Watts | 55kg | $51.00 | |
| 10th | 6 | Jetpack Verdi | 12 | Serg Lisnyy | Kieren Hazelton | 59kg | $51.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Notleanormean | 5 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 59kg | $9.50 |
| 12th | 12 | Torrid Affair | 1 | Leeshelle Small | G R Brooker | 53.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Bylong | 16 | Jacob Stiff | Brett Robb | 57kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Press Gaze | 7 | Brett Thompson | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Croatian Madame | 14 | J R Gask | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Broadcast Boogie | 2 | Connie Greig | 57kg |
Elite Power brings solid recent form with a 2nd placing last start over 1400m at Orange. The step up to 1550m looks suitable based on his 1600m form, and he draws perfectly in barrier 3 at a track that favors inside gates. Jacob Stiff is in excellent form (7 wins from last 20 rides) and has a strong 18% strike rate with this trainer. The expected fast tempo should suit his midfield running style.
Pampuni brings solid recent form with consecutive 3rd placings in his last two starts. He has a good record at Gilgandra with a placing from two attempts and is dropping in class from his last start. The inside bias at Gilgandra is a slight concern from barrier 9, but his consistent form makes him a genuine contender.
Beg Me brings consistent recent form with a 5th and 3rd in his last two starts. He has a solid record at Gilgandra with two placings from five attempts and draws well in barrier 4 at a track that favors inside gates. Clayton Gallagher is a capable jockey with a good record at this track. While his win strike rate is modest (7 from 81), he's a reliable place chance dropping in class from his last start.
Drawing the inside barrier at Gilgandra is a massive advantage, and he's had a recent run to maintain fitness.
No result was recorded for this race.
| No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toongi Bound | 11 | Brett Thompson | 62.5kg | |
| 2 | Hardyo | 10 | Ryan Bradley | Ms J Clement | 58.5kg |
| 3 | Elite Power | 3 | Jacob Stiff | M R Mulholland | 57.5kg |
| 4 | Power Bank | 5 | Leeshelle Small | Dar Lunn | 58.5kg |
| 5 | The Git Up | 8 | Kody Nestor | Brett Thompson | 60kg |
| 6 | Himeros | 12 | Grace Palmer | Kylie Kennedy | 55kg |
| 7 | Broadcast Boogie | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 57kg |
| 8 | Different Road | 1 | Wendy Peel | Ms D Prest | 57kg |
| 9 | Charlotting | 7 | Liam Blanch | Robert Lane | 56.5kg |
| 10 | The Drafter | 13 | Dylan Stanley | Kylie Kennedy | 56.5kg |
| 11 | Pampuni | 9 | Izzy Neale | Kieren Hazelton | 54.5kg |
| 12 | Ready For Lift Off | 14 | Zoe Hunt | Kylie Kennedy | 54.5kg |
| 13 | Firealarm | 2 | Serg Lisnyy | Damien Smith | 56kg |
| 14 | Beg Me | 4 | Clayton Gallagher | Kieren Hazelton | 55.5kg |
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