Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Northern Territory · Saturday 28 March 2026
Our top pick won 3 of 6 races at Alice Springs. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Lightly-raced mare with perfect record at track and distance, having won impressively last start. The Philpot/Viney combination is highly effective (30% strike rate), and she's drawn ideally to control the race from barrier 4. While stepping up in class, her dominant maiden win suggests she has more to offer.
Honest performer who consistently runs well at this track and distance. The class drop gives him a chance to break through for a rare win, though his overall winning record is poor. Should be competitive for the minor placings.
Last-start winner dropping in class with excellent local knowledge. Recent win shows she's in good form and the class drop is a significant positive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Step Forward | 5 | Deborah Barton | J W Peacock | 52kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Delusionaldictator | 7 | Hannah Le Blanc | K J Lamprecht | 58kg | $3.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Bon's A Lad | 9 | Paul Denton | Lisa Whittle | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Rosebud Lass | 4 | Jessie Philpot | Ray Viney | 58kg | $3.10 |
| 5th | 7 | Cee Pee One | 2 | Raymond Vigar | D Leech | 57kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 9 | Jamaican Gold | 10 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Lisa Whittle | 53.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 6 | The Big Freeze | 8 | Jessica Booth | C Hunter | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 2 | Better Not Fuss | 1 | Dylan Stanley | P A Gardner | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Denuto | 3 | Aaron Sweeney | Lisa Whittle | 55kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Lean On Me | 6 | Lek Maloney | Ms K Petrick | 58kg |
The significant weight drop to 53kg combined with proven class at higher levels makes this the logical selection despite stepping up in grade. Recent form solid with close second at this track.
Local specialist with outstanding track record and proven ability at this level. Second up from spell suits and the track/distance statistics are compelling. Top weight is the main concern but class and local knowledge give strong winning chance.
Last start winner at this venue with strong connections. The jockey/trainer combination is highly effective and the horse has shown ability at this track. First-up concerns are offset by local success and proven distance ability.
Proven performer at this track with good first-up statistics.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Rewards And More | 4 | Lek Maloney | Ms K Petrick | 53kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 1 | Flying Yishu | 2 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Our Couver | 5 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 55kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 2 | O'tycoon | 1 | Paul Denton | Lisa Whittle | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Boy Big | 3 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Greg Connor | 53.5kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Grinzinger Lass | 2 | Jessie Philpot | Ray Viney | 55kg |
The lengthy spell is a concern, but his proven ability at the distance and track, combined with a slight class drop, makes him a genuine winning chance despite the wide draw.
Strong track performer with an excellent record at Pioneer Park. The first up credentials are solid, and the consistent nature of his racing gives confidence. The jockey booking is a concern, but the horse's ability and track record make him a genuine each-way chance.
The Hirini/Connor combination is highly effective, and the gelding is clearly improving through the grades. While stepping up in class, the recent form and strong finishing kick suggest he can handle the rise.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Mods | 2 | Aaron Sweeney | C Hunter | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Super Famous | 7 | Deborah Barton | J W Peacock | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | The Final Word | 5 | Raymond Vigar | D Leech | 60.5kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 2 | Kieffer | 6 | Jessica Booth | K J Lamprecht | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Only The Best | 1 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Pontmeirion | 3 | Dylan Stanley | P A Gardner | 56kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Scissor Me Timbers | 4 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 59.5kg |
Suits presents the strongest winning credentials with a perfect record at this track and distance (1 win from 1 start). Last start winner here stepping up in class but has shown ability to handle weight rises. The Paul Denton/Lisa Whittle combination is firing at 33% and the inside barrier is crucial at this speed-favoring track.
Arrogant Miss is a proven Pioneer Park specialist returning from a lengthy spell. Her first-up record shows she can be competitive fresh, and the rail barrier is perfect for her racing pattern. The significant weight drop and class familiarity make her a genuine winning chance despite the extended break.
While winless at 1000m, his class 2 victory here in January demonstrates ability. The new jockey booking and recent form suggest connections believe he can improve on last start's effort.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Suits | 2 | Paul Denton | Lisa Whittle | 60.5kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Bad Man | 6 | Raymond Vigar | D Leech | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 3rd | 3 | Arrogant Miss | 1 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Barry Cooke | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Sheer Reward | 4 | Hannah Le Blanc | Barry Cooke | 56.5kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Taormina Duchess | 7 | Deborah Barton | Leah Walling-Denton | 52kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Peace Baby | 3 | Dylan Stanley | P A Gardner | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Kurimuzon | 5 | Jessie Philpot | Ray Viney | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7 | Acres Midnight | 8 | Aaron Sweeney | Leah Walling-Denton | 55kg |
Magic Defense stands out as the most reliable winning chance based on her exceptional Pioneer Park record and recent form. Her track/distance record of 2 wins from 4 starts is superior to all rivals, and she's proven at this BM76 level with a recent win. The mare has been consistently competitive in her last three starts, including a narrow third last time out. Strong jockey/trainer combination adds confidence.
Active Duty brings the strongest recent form to this race with an impressive Colac win last start. However, the class rise and unfamiliarity with the track present risks, while the jockey booking is concerning given Raymond Vigar's poor recent form.
Venting's exceptional track record makes him a genuine threat despite the extended break. His Pioneer Park statistics are impressive, and he's shown ability fresh from a spell. The class drop from his last start provides additional appeal, though fitness after 98 days off remains the key query.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Magic Defense | 5 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 55kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 1 | Active Duty | 3 | Raymond Vigar | D Leech | 59.5kg | $4.20 |
| 3rd | 4 | Princess Pancakes | 1 | Deborah Barton | Ms K Petrick | 52kg | $3.80 |
| 4th | 2 | Venting | 4 | Lek Maloney | Ms K Petrick | 54.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Flying Start | 2 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 55kg | $5.00 |
The standout selection based on recent form and track suitability. The mare has proven she handles Pioneer Park's unique surface with 2 wins from 4 attempts. Barrier 2 positions her perfectly for the likely moderate-fast tempo.
Bounced back to win a maiden last start and has shown he can handle the 1600m distance. Barrier 4 allows tactical options in the run.
A track specialist who has won twice at Pioneer Park and drops significantly in class.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Leveraged Buyout | 4 | Raymond Vigar | D Leech | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 4 | Highstrung | 5 | Jessie Philpot | Ray Viney | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Dolce D'amour | 2 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $1.55 |
| 4th | 5 | Becquerel | 1 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Ourania | 3 | Jessica Booth | D Leech | 52kg | $17.00 |
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