Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Thursday 26 March 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 10 races at Cairns. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Stellar Legend presents the strongest winning credentials with two recent seconds and a significant class drop from BM60 to maiden level. Despite being winless, the form line suggests this is the breakthrough opportunity, particularly with the weight relief and class advantage.
Kammerzell House offers solid place prospects with recent improvement and tactical advantages. The inside barrier and strong local jockey booking are significant positives for Cairns.
Peachtree Flyer's barrier one draw provides the ideal platform at position-critical Cairns. While form is limited, the tactical advantages and improving trend warrant consideration as a roughie chance.
Impaler represents extreme long-shot value with blinkers reapplied and potential to lead if pace is slow.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Kammerzell House | 4 | Lacey Morrison | Maria Potiris | 56kg | $1.90 |
| 2nd | 5 | Stellar Legend | 5 | Michael J Murphy | Lachie Manzelmann | 57.5kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 1 | Peachtree Flyer | 1 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Impaler | 3 | Chelsea Jokic | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 59kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Time Power | 1 | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Bush Etiquette | 6 | Maria Potiris | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | French Dragon | 2 | Rachel Shred | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg |
The standout selection based on proven soft track ability and course/distance experience. Two placings from two starts on soft going at this exact venue demonstrates clear suitability. The 96-day break is a concern but the stable's first-up record and jockey's current form provide confidence.
The inside barrier and second-up fitness improvement make this filly a chance despite her modest form. The step up in class is significant but the weight relief and tactical advantage from the rail draw could see her competitive in a small field. Lacey Morrison's strong track record adds confidence.
A complete unknown making assessment purely speculative. The experienced trainer and neutral barrier provide some hope but the lack of information makes this a risky proposition despite potential value.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Persefono | 1 | Lacey Morrison | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Chica Poderosa | 3 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57.5kg | $1.22 |
| 3rd | 2 | Nicco Nota Fighter | 4 | Nathan Thomas | Matthew McGuire | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Red Light Power | 5 | Chelsea Jokic | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Stable Investment | 2 | Rachel Shred | Krystin Allender | 56.5kg | $9.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Hugo's Hangover | 5 | Krystin Allender | 59kg |
The inside barrier is crucial at position-driven Cairns, and her forward racing style should see her well-positioned throughout.
Middle Child brings valuable track and distance experience with a recent placing at Cairns.
The long spell is a concern, but her track knowledge and weight advantage make her an interesting roughie chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | She's Speedy | 4 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 56.5kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | Floral Legend | 3 | Sean Cormack | R C Ludwig | 56.5kg | $2.30 |
| 3rd | 4 | Middle Child | 1 | Nathan Thomas | S J Royes | 56.5kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Chateau Von Tess | 2 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Monty Road | 5 | Samantha Pointon | A G Malliff | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Instigate | 6 | Ivo Fry | Ms L McCormack | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Valadore | 2 | Ms L McCormack | 55.5kg |
Despite being winless, Insta Worthy has shown consistent ability with three placings from his last four starts, including a narrow second at Murwillumbah.
Her proven soft track ability and the addition of a lugging bit to help with steering issues could be the key to her maiden breakthrough.
However, the wide barrier draw at the position-critical Cairns track and poor jockey form are significant concerns that limit her winning chances.
The second-up timing could spark improvement, making her a speculative value play in a weak maiden field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Insta Worthy | 5 | Lacey Morrison | Sharlee Hoffman | 60kg | $1.70 |
| 2nd | 4 | Super Steven | 7 | Chelsea Jokic | Maria Potiris | 58.5kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Sheza Barbarossa | 2 | Nathan Thomas | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Onoma | 4 | Samantha Pointon | A G Malliff | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 8 | Valadore | 8 | Ivo Fry | Ms L McCormack | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Perfect Fawaz | 3 | Shohei Kaya | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Magic Sunny Day | 1 | Michael J Murphy | Terry McGovern | 60kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Boom Bunny | 6 | Sean Cormack | Terry McGovern | 58kg | $4.20 |
| Scr | 7 | Chateau Von Tess | 2 | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57.5kg |
Colours Of Autumn presents as the most reliable winning chance based on her exceptional second-up record and proven Cairns form. Her 3 wins from 5 second-up starts is outstanding, and she's shown consistent form at this track with placings in 3 of 4 starts. The inside barrier is crucial at tight Cairns, and her recent close second here demonstrates current fitness. Despite some form concerns, her statistical edge second-up makes her the standout selection.
Kirikan offers strong each-way value despite his poor overall win record. His recent narrow second at Townsville shows he's in good form, and the gear change removing front pads could provide the edge needed. While his win rate is concerning, his consistent placing ability and proven class make him a strong threat for the minor placings.
Materialist presents solid each-way value with her excellent soft track credentials and recent form. Her 2 wins and 2 placings from 7 soft track starts is impressive, and the recent close second shows she's in good order. The wide barrier is a concern at Cairns, but her proven ability on today's conditions makes her a genuine chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Colours Of Autumn | 3 | Lacey Morrison | O Chillemi | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Alabama Moonlight | 8 | Ivo Fry | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Materialist | 7 | Chelsea Jokic | A G Malliff | 58kg | $6.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Parch | 6 | Nathan Thomas | S J Royes | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Chartwell | 4 | Aidan Holt | Rhein Sewell | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Kirikan | 1 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 57kg | $2.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Sheza Chiquitita | 2 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Eclipsion | 5 | Sean Cormack | S Massingham | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
Won last start at this track and has perfect record at track/distance. Second up record is strong and soft track form excellent. Class rise is concerning but form and suitability outweigh negatives.
The 4-year-old is still improving and has shown ability at this track. Soft track conditions are a concern but recent form suggests adaptability.
Recent win was impressive and the mare is clearly in good form. Limited distance exposure and class rise are concerns but quality suggests she can handle the step up.
Armour Force represents value based on strong local knowledge and track suitability. The gelding has proven ability at this venue and distance, with solid second up statistics.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Armour Force | 5 | Sean Cormack | S Massingham | 54kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Smart Legend | 4 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Valenki | 2 | Michael J Murphy | O Chillemi | 62kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Arctic Bear | 8 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 54kg | $2.80 |
| 5th | 5 | Stadium Of Light | 7 | Lauren Guernier | F J Wieland | 53kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Choir Boy | 3 | Ivo Fry | Ms J Ryan | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Sweet Kisses | 6 | Aidan Holt | Georgie Holt | 58.5kg | $4.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Medal | 1 | Amanda Thomson | Stephen Bush | 54kg | $61.00 |
Perfect Cairns record (1:1-0-0) and strong heavy track form (2 wins from 6 starts) make him ideally suited. Second up from spell with good historical pattern and drops 1.5kg from winning effort.
Perfect Cairns record and outstanding first up statistics (2 wins from 3 starts) are major positives. Lightly raced 3yo filly with clear upside, though second up record is a concern.
Shere Khan has an excellent record at this track and distance (10:2-1-0) and won at this level second up last campaign. Heavy track winner with proven ability at Cairns, though barrier 1 is concerning given the track's inside bias doesn't favor the rail. Recent form mixed but class and local knowledge count.
Nordic Invader drops significantly in class from Open company where he's been competitive without winning recently. Barrier 4 is ideal and the jockey/trainer combination has a strong 25% strike rate.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Nordic Invader | 4 | Sean Cormack | S Massingham | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Rising Ruby | 2 | Ivo Fry | Krystin Allender | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Fancy Garter | 6 | Amanda Thomson | A R Bailey | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Talk Dirty | 5 | Lacey Morrison | Bodine Bailey | 57.5kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Bellzen | 8 | Samantha Pointon | A G Malliff | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 8 | Accept Power | 7 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 56kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 7 | Raff Vader | 9 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Albanian Bay | 3 | Michael J Murphy | Patrick McGuire | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Shere Khan | 1 | Nathan Thomas | Scott Cooper | 58.5kg | $6.50 |
Coppabella Road presents the strongest winning chance based on consistent recent form and proven suitability. Runner-up last start in similar conditions, with an excellent record at this track and distance. The Holt/Royes combination is highly effective, and the horse has shown ability on soft tracks. Despite the wide barrier concern, the class drop and current form trajectory make this the most reliable selection.
The Sean Cormack booking adds confidence, and the inside barrier provides tactical advantage. While the overall win rate is concerning, the recent form spike and proven ability at this track make this a solid each-way proposition.
The class drop and good barrier are positives, but the poor soft track record and top weight assignment are concerning. Recent form lacks the consistency needed for confidence, making this more of a place chance than a winning proposition.
The lengthy spell is a concern, but the horse has shown no issues when fresh previously. The light weight and proven ability at this venue make this an attractive value proposition despite the wide barrier.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Threebrothers | 7 | Rachel Shred | A R Bailey | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Cyclone Coco | 6 | Chelsea Jokic | A G Malliff | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Airborne Hotdog | 4 | Sean Cormack | Scott Cooper | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Remember Roy | 1 | Michael J Murphy | Belynda Kliese | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Coppabella Road | 5 | Aidan Holt | S J Royes | 60kg | $3.40 |
| 6th | 5 | Haphazard | 8 | Nathan Thomas | Louise Terzi | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 1 | Baggage Handler | 3 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 61.5kg | $4.40 |
| 8th | 9 | Pelsaert | 2 | Ms J Ryan | 55kg | $31.00 | |
| Scr | 6 | Scarlett Moda | 9 | Bodine Bailey | 57kg |
Last start winner at this track and distance with strong soft track credentials. The wide barrier is a concern but her on-pace style should overcome it.
Recent close second at this track shows she's well-placed, and the good barrier draw with light weight provides tactical advantages. Strong stable/jockey combination adds confidence.
Wide barrier is the main concern.
First-up specialist with gear changes suggesting stable intent. The good barrier draw and light weight provide advantages, but the long spell and class rise are concerns.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ruby Chicks | 9 | Lacey Morrison | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Machine Head | 2 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 6 | Devine Force | 3 | Sean Cormack | F J Wieland | 56.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 7 | Golden Octavian | 8 | Nathan Thomas | S Massingham | 56.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Ellie's Dream | 6 | Lauren Guernier | F J Wieland | 54kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Time To Prophet | 10 | Aidan Holt | Georgie Holt | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 8 | The Impeckable | 5 | Ivo Fry | Bodine Bailey | 56.5kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Irresistible Force | 1 | Amanda Thomson | A R Bailey | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Zi Win | 4 | Chelsea Jokic | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Gossip Torque | 7 | Ryan Wiggins | Matthew McGuire | 60kg | $13.00 |
The class drop from Hong Kong racing to provincial level is substantial.
Local performer with track and distance experience. The blinkers removal could be the key change needed.
Last start maiden winner stepping up in class but carrying minimum weight. Her strong place record and recent winning form provide confidence, though the class rise is a concern. The weight advantage could be decisive.
Three-year-old showing signs of improvement with a recent third placing.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Ellis Beach | 7 | Aidan Holt | Georgie Holt | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 12 | Starmeira | 3 | Ivo Fry | Krystin Allender | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Innovates | 1 | Lacey Morrison | R J Miller | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 10 | Lord Power | 10 | Krysten Swaffer | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Line 'em Up Loui | 4 | Ryan Wiggins | S Massingham | 59.5kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 7 | Flourish | 2 | Samantha Pointon | A G Malliff | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Mr Oreo | 5 | Lauren Guernier | F J Wieland | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 8th | 9 | War Council | 11 | Sean Cormack | S J Royes | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Redlights On | 8 | Amanda Thomson | Stephen Bush | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Tipped Off | 9 | Shohei Kaya | A R Bailey | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Laser Beam | 12 | Chelsea Jokic | A G Malliff | 60kg | $16.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Tsunami | 13 | Michael J Murphy | O Chillemi | 59.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Bombinate | 11 | Louise Terzi | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Geraldine's Wish | 6 | Lacey Morrison | Trevor & Peter Rowe | 55kg |
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