Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Friday 10 April 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Tamworth. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Pear Bellini stands out as the most consistent performer with multiple recent placings and proven form at the distance. The significant weight drop to 53kg and strong recent form including a narrow second on Heavy 10 suggests she's ready to break through. Her 3 starts at 1600m have produced 1 second and 1 third, indicating suitability for today's distance.
Her recent third at Port Macquarie showed progression, and the Kris Lees stable excels with maiden winners.
Takethemoneyandrun offers excellent value with proven form at Tamworth including multiple placings. The 28-day break is a concern, but his track record here makes him a strong each-way chance.
While she's yet to win, her reliability and class drop make her an interesting roughie chance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Varius | 6 | Shannen Llewellyn | K A Lees | 56.5kg | $2.40 |
| 2nd | 7 | Pinero | 3 | Leanne Boyd | Sally Torrens | 55kg | $17.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Quirky Princess | 9 | Mikayla Weir | S I Singleton | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Show Us Ya Texts | 7 | Leeshelle Small | Lyle Chandler | 55.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 4 | Takethemoneyandrun | 4 | Grant Buckley | Gavin Groth | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 3 | My Nicconi Boy | 5 | Anna Roper | Julia Presits | 59kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Vega Sicilia | 2 | Emily Farr | Glen Milligan | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Pear Bellini | 10 | Nicholas Hyde | Glen Milligan | 53kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Brand New Moon | 8 | Juliet Partridge | Melanie O'Gorman | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Burn Bobby Burn | 1 | Luke Rolls | T G Payne | 59kg | $12.00 |
Big Short stands out as the most reliable winning chance based on proven track and distance form. The combination with Mikayla Weir, who won on him previously, adds confidence. Despite last start disappointment, his overall BM58 record and tactical versatility from barrier 4 make him the logical choice in this competitive field.
Ole Miss showed impressive ability when winning her maiden here but faces a significant step up in class. The addition of blinkers and strong jockey/horse combination provide positives, but the class rise and last start failure at Hawkesbury raise concerns.
The tongue tie removal and good barrier position are positives, but concerns exist about the step up in distance and class.
Pappiana represents excellent value dropping in class after a solid placing at Dubbo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Big Short | 4 | Mikayla Weir | D J Hatch | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 7 | Meddlesome | 3 | Ben Looker | C K Martin | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Ole Miss | 7 | Heavelon Van Der Hoven | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 59kg | $2.40 |
| 4th | 5 | Arrabbiata | 8 | Anna Roper | Melanie O'Gorman | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Major Makeover | 1 | Leeshelle Small | C R Clegg | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Snitzenegger | 2 | Luke Rolls | J A Sylvester | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Pappiana | 5 | Billy Cray | Nikki Pollock | 58.5kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 1 | Dipierdomenico | 6 | Liberty Smyth | R J Knight | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 9 | My Diamond Boy | 9 | Shannen Llewellyn | Julia Presits | 55kg | $41.00 |
The inside barrier is crucial at this tight track, and despite the long spell, her first-up record shows she can perform fresh. Multiple gear changes indicate stable confidence in improvement.
Bundoran brings the most consistent form with multiple placings and a narrow second at Scone last start. Her 1000m record is solid with three placings from four attempts. The gear changes removing winkers may help concentration, though the wide barrier presents a challenge at this tight track.
The Singleton/Weir combination has an excellent 19% strike rate, and first-time blinkers often provide the edge needed for maiden winners.
Sanbina represents value as a debut runner with Jenny Duggan aboard in excellent form. The inside barrier 3 is ideal for the 1000m start at Tamworth, and first-time gear additions suggest the stable expects improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Putinacall | 12 | Rory Hutchings | T S Howlett | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 15 | What A Scandal | 7 | Braith Nock | Ms J Bowen | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Rock Emperor | 6 | Mikayla Weir | S I Singleton | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 6 | Bundoran | 8 | Grant Buckley | Gavin Groth | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 7 | Parissident | 10 | Leanne Boyd | Sally Torrens | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Sanbina | 3 | Jenny Duggan | M K Mason | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Uno Fred | 13 | Angel Brennan | K T Dixon | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Sparrow | 2 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms J Bowen | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Tigella | 4 | Liberty Smyth | Melissa Dennett | 52kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Jukebox Edition | 5 | Billy Cray | K R Hausfeld | 59kg | $201.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Apparently | 1 | Leeshelle Small | Nikki Pollock | 55.5kg | $4.20 |
| 12th | 9 | Soccerew | 9 | Andrew Gibbons | Zach Hatch | 56.5kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Head Kahuna | 15 | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Hulaland | 14 | Ms J Bowen | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Mary Bones | 11 | Ms J Bowen | 55kg |
Gear changes indicate preparation and intent, while jockey Anna Roper brings recent form. Expected to lead or sit handy in the predicted very fast tempo, though wide barrier and debut status present risks.
Well-placed runner with the ideal barrier draw and recent improvement shown by third placing at Armidale. The rail draw provides tactical advantage in the predicted fast tempo.
Previous form at this track includes a close second, and the long spell may have refreshed the gelding.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Hinto | 10 | Angel Brennan | Troy O'Neile | 53kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 12 | Not So Wrong | 9 | Juliet Partridge | Holly Williams | 51.5kg | $31.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Akuma | 2 | Liberty Smyth | Sally Torrens | 52.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Extremely Perfect | 1 | Braith Nock | Jacob Perrett | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 3 | Diacceto | 12 | Serg Lisnyy | Melissa Dennett | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Nearest | 7 | Anna Roper | P Messara & L Gavranich | 59kg | $1.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Gregoly | 6 | Leanne Boyd | Sally Torrens | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Lite Side | 11 | Luke Rolls | G A O'Brien | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Zo Frilling | 4 | Nikki Pollock | 55.5kg | $51.00 | |
| 10th | 9 | Bubbles Please | 8 | Shannen Llewellyn | K A Lees | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Jimmy Go | 3 | Mikayla Weir | S I Singleton | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Pride Of Nations | 13 | Jenny Duggan | Ms S Grills | 55.5kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Barrow Power | 5 | Andrew Gibbons | K A Lees | 58kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Free Swinger | 14 | Leeshelle Small | C R Clegg | 54kg |
Strong second-up performer with perfect record when having his second run. The class drop from BM66 to Class 2 is significant, and Andrew Gibbons is riding in good form.
In-form galloper coming off a solid Class 1 win who should appreciate the step back to 1200m.
The 3-year-old filly has shown consistent ability with 2 wins from 9 starts and handles this class level well.
Represents excellent value despite the class rise concerns. The perfect combination with Buckley and strong track record at this distance make him a genuine chance if he can overcome the first-up challenge.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | He's My Warrior | 5 | Anna Roper | C K Martin | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Dunstall The Gun | 8 | Luke Rolls | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 56kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Craig's One | 6 | Emily Farr | Glen Milligan | 53kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 15 | Dartbrook | 12 | Shannen Llewellyn | J A Sylvester | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Dub | 4 | Grant Buckley | M K Mason | 60kg | $2.90 |
| 6th | 3 | Zoucratic | 1 | Ben Looker | T S Howlett | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 13 | Top Act | 7 | Braith Nock | Jacob Perrett | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Mirai San | 2 | Mikayla Weir | S I Singleton | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 9th | 4 | Enniroc | 10 | Andrew Gibbons | D J Hatch | 58.5kg | $9.50 |
| 10th | 14 | Steel Claws | 13 | Angel Brennan | Troy O'Neile | 51kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Carrazana | 9 | Serg Lisnyy | Scott Cover | 60kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Regal Problem | 3 | Jenny Duggan | Lyle Chandler | 58kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Withstand | 14 | Ms J Bowen | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Mad Harry | 13 | Nikki Pollock | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Territories Spirit | 11 | Rory Hutchings | T S Howlett | 55kg |
Progressive 4yo gelding with excellent recent form including last start win at Grafton. Light weight and strong finishing ability make him the standout selection despite the step up in grade.
In-form galloper with three consecutive wins showing clear progression. Good track specialist who should appreciate the inside draw and light weight. The class rise is significant but current momentum and track suitability make him a strong each-way chance.
Local specialist with proven ability at this track and distance. Recent form shows he's competitive at this level and the weight drop to 55kg should help.
Distance step-up could unlock further improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | King Kikau | 1 | Shannen Llewellyn | W T Wilkes | 59.5kg | $15.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Visualise | 4 | Braith Nock | Jacob Perrett | 55kg | $2.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Gentileschi | 10 | Andrew Gibbons | P Messara & L Gavranich | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Ring Ahoy | 2 | Liberty Smyth | D J Hatch | 52kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Descending Mist | 9 | Ben Looker | Stirling Osland | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Fulmen Filou | 7 | Cassey Williams | R J Knight | 54.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Tajawal | 12 | Rory Hutchings | Declan Maher | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Invincible Red | 6 | Anna Roper | C K Martin | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 11 | Charlie Bali | 3 | Leeshelle Small | Ms T Bell | 53.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Notabadone | 11 | Emily Farr | Ms T Bell | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Knife's Edge | 8 | Mikayla Weir | Jacob Perrett | 59kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Dollars | 5 | Luke Rolls | J C Deamer | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Externus | 10 | Nikki Hodgson | 55kg |
Hulu presents the strongest winning chance based on recent form and track familiarity. Her close 4th at Muswellbrook last start demonstrates current fitness, while her track record at Tamworth is encouraging. The forward barrier draw suits her racing pattern, and despite the class rise, her form suggests she can handle this level.
Dale offers strong each-way value returning from a spell. His previous win at Tamworth and solid first-up record suggest he can be competitive fresh.
Mystery Lad represents excellent value given his class drop and outstanding Tamworth record. The wide barrier and top weight are concerns, but his venue expertise outweighs these negatives.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Hulu | 4 | Braith Nock | Cameron Crockett | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Wanda River | 5 | Jenny Duggan | Ms S Grills | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Auzstar | 7 | Liberty Smyth | M P Quinn | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Laizabout | 10 | Luke Rolls | W T Wilkes | 55kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 10 | Dale | 2 | Anna Roper | P Messara & L Gavranich | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Mystery Lad | 12 | Juliet Partridge | Jacob Perrett | 60kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 5 | Supreme Command | 8 | Nicholas Hyde | Glen Milligan | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Rajnish | 3 | Mikayla Weir | Cameron Crockett | 60kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Inferencia | 11 | Shannen Llewellyn | Ms R Dunn | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Brok Cafe | 1 | Andrew Gibbons | P Messara & L Gavranich | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 11th | 6 | A Pound Of Salt | 6 | Grant Buckley | T S Howlett | 57.5kg | $41.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Age Of Aquarius | 9 | Ben Looker | Holly Williams | 55kg | $31.00 |
Brighella presents as the most reliable winning chance with strong recent form including a close 2nd at Moree. His excellent Tamworth record (1-0-1 from 4) and advantageous barrier position for his on-pace style make him the standout selection despite the class rise.
Nirmata offers excellent value as a first up specialist with a perfect fresh record.
The 3yo filly's upward trajectory and Jenny Duggan's current form make her a live chance despite the challenging barrier draw and class rise.
Iknowyou offers value based on his strong country form and significant class drop. The gear changes and good distance record provide hope, though the lengthy break and poor last start create uncertainty about current condition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Nirmata | 13 | Angel Brennan | C K Martin | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Reprisal | 2 | Braith Nock | Troy O'Neile | 58kg | $9.50 |
| 3rd | 2 | Snatchreilly | 15 | Liberty Smyth | D J Hatch | 59kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Brighella | 4 | Andrew Gibbons | D J Hatch | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 7 | Orsum | 1 | Leanne Boyd | Sally Torrens | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Almost Maybe | 12 | Juliet Partridge | Melanie O'Gorman | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Iknowyou | 5 | Luke Rolls | Brett & Georgie Cavanough | 61kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Master Gee | 7 | Leeshelle Small | C R Clegg | 60.5kg | $9.00 |
| 9th | 13 | Sharpen The Knives | 9 | Anna Roper | Ms T Bell | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 14 | Mutiny | 14 | Jenny Duggan | Ms S Grills | 55kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 6 | Purple Esprit | 8 | Rory Hutchings | Ridge Wilson | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 9 | El Beatle | 10 | J A Sylvester | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | La Pelago | 11 | D Lane | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Provencal | 6 | Mikayla Weir | J R Gask | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Redline | 3 | G A O'Brien | 55kg |
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