Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Northern Territory · Saturday 25 April 2026
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Alice Springs. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Saxon Beach offers solid each-way value with consistent placing ability and strong track form. The recent second placing and significant class drop provide confidence, though the maiden status and weight burden are concerns. Strong chance of filling a place.
Dynasty Reward presents the strongest winning chance based on consistent form and track familiarity. The significant class drop from previous runs and proven ability at Pioneer Park make him the logical choice despite maiden status.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Bender Mcgee | 1 | Jarrod Todd | D Leech | 59kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | D'ambidex | 8 | Jade Doyle | Kym Healy | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Saxon Beach | 5 | Raymond Vigar | Barry Cooke | 59kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 2 | Denuto | 2 | Lek Maloney | Lisa Whittle | 57.5kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Price Share | 6 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Iz Shaft | 7 | Danielle Hirini | Leah Walling-Denton | 59kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Artistic Flair | 3 | Stan Tsaikos | Ray Viney | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Dynasty Reward | 4 | Deborah Barton | K J Lamprecht | 57kg |
Delago Lad stands out with his exceptional Pioneer Park record and recent winning form. His strong partnership with Danielle Hirini (29% strike rate together) and ideal barrier 2 position make him the logical choice despite the class rise.
However, his complete lack of success at Pioneer Park (0 wins from 2 starts) and limited 1200m record are concerning. The class rise and 29-day gap add further question marks despite his obvious ability.
The Final Word offers solid each-way value with his strong Pioneer Park record and recent close placing. Jarrod Todd's strong track record adds confidence.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Delago Lad | 2 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 5 | Great Buy | 1 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Terry Gillett | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Limited Risk | 8 | Jade Doyle | Kym Healy | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Convincebility | 5 | Raymond Vigar | Ms T Halter | 58.5kg | $3.30 |
| 5th | 8 | The Final Word | 4 | Jarrod Todd | D Leech | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Beyond Ready | 6 | Deborah Barton | K J Lamprecht | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Boy Big | 3 | Paul Denton | Greg Connor | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Super Sharp | 7 | Lek Maloney | Lisa Whittle | 58.5kg | $51.00 |
Perfect record here (2:1-0-0) and the inside barrier suits his racing pattern. Despite carrying top weight and rising in class, his proven form at this venue and recent winning performance make him the standout selection.
The inside barrier and strong track record provide confidence despite the class rise.
Recent maiden winner with a strong jockey booking.
Veteran mare with exceptional track and distance credentials (5 wins from 16 starts). Recent form shows improvement with a strong second last start.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Game Cove | 11 | Jessica Booth | Leah Walling-Denton | 52kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Boss Shelby | 2 | Hannah Le Blanc | W A Savage | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Revolution Rising | 3 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Lethal Encounter | 8 | Jarrod Todd | D Leech | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Pub Crawl | 1 | Jade Doyle | Kym Healy | 61kg | $2.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Arrogant Miss | 10 | Raymond Vigar | Barry Cooke | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Splish Splash | 7 | Lek Maloney | C Hunter | 53.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Private Tender | 4 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Terry Gillett | 57.5kg | $6.50 |
| 9th | 9 | Taormina Duchess | 6 | Paul Denton | Leah Walling-Denton | 55kg | $20.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Kurimuzon | 9 | Jessie Philpot | Ray Viney | 55kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Miss Boom | 5 | Ianish Luximon | Kym Healy | 57kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Sha Na Na | 9 | Deborah Barton | Kym Healy | 53.5kg |
Scissor Me Timbers presents the strongest winning chance based on recent form and connections. While the wide draw is a concern, the horse's tactical speed should overcome this.
Real Valentia offers strong claims having won last start at this exact track and distance. The barrier 1 draw is ideal for Alice Springs, and the horse has proven affinity for both the track and distance. The class rise is a concern, but the recent win provides confidence.
In No Doubt showed strong form when second last start at this track and has since won at Gold Coast. The horse appears versatile across conditions and Jarrod Todd is riding in excellent form. The class rise is manageable given recent performances.
The recent win shows current form, and the light weight could be advantageous. While inconsistent overall, the horse has shown ability when conditions align.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Real Valentia | 1 | Jade Doyle | Kym Healy | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Frawley | 7 | Raymond Vigar | Barry Cooke | 59.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Cap Ten | 3 | Ianish Luximon | Kym Healy | 57kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 7 | Scissor Me Timbers | 8 | Danielle Hirini | Greg Connor | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 6 | In No Doubt | 5 | Jarrod Todd | D Leech | 59kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 1 | Black Zous | 4 | Lek Maloney | Ms K Petrick | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 5 | River Frost | 6 | Paul Denton | Greg Connor | 59.5kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Frankfurt | 2 | Deborah Barton | K J Lamprecht | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
Our Squamosa presents as the standout selection based on her excellent second-up record (100% strike rate), strong track form at Pioneer Park (5:1-2-0), and proven ability at this distance. While carrying top weight and stepping up in class, her progressive profile and local knowledge make her the most reliable winning chance.
Standard Street brings proven winning ability and strong connections despite concerning recent form. The combination of Lek Maloney's hot streak and their successful partnership provides confidence, while her track experience is valuable. However, the poor last start and wide barrier present significant obstacles in this stronger field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Voronya | 1 | Paul Denton | Greg Connor | 58kg | $3.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Highstrung | 3 | Jessie Philpot | Ray Viney | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Our Squamosa | 4 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 4 | Standard Street | 6 | Lek Maloney | Ms K Petrick | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Ashen Glow | 7 | Deborah Barton | Lisa Whittle | 54.5kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Desi's Spirit | 5 | Jade Doyle | Kym Healy | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 2 | Big Girl Betty | 2 | Raymond Vigar | Kym Healy | 58kg | $14.00 |
Lucky Fortuna shapes as the most reliable winning chance based on recent form and distance suitability. Third last start at this track/distance in similar company, she's shown consistent form with placings in her last three outings. Her record of 2 wins from 8 starts at 1400m demonstrates genuine ability at this trip, while the middle barrier draw aligns with the track bias favouring barriers 7-12.
Dolce D'amour presents excellent value with a perfect record at this specific track and distance combination. Her second placing last start at this venue demonstrates current form, while the strong Luximon/Petrick partnership adds confidence. The 4-year-old mare is lightly raced and appears well-suited to this assignment despite the class rise.
Mr Jones brings the form advantage of winning last start at this exact track and distance combination. His perfect record here (2 from 4) suggests genuine affinity for the course, and the experienced gelding has shown he can handle class rises. The wide barrier is a concern given the track bias, but his proven ability at the venue makes him a genuine chance.
The 29-day gap is a slight concern, but her class and finishing ability make her a strong value proposition.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Hebel | 3 | Hannah Le Blanc | C Hunter | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Lucky Fortuna | 9 | Jade Doyle | Kym Healy | 58kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 8 | Valley Prince | 5 | Jessica Booth | W A Savage | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Nasha | 8 | Raymond Vigar | Barry Cooke | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Mr Jones | 12 | Paul Denton | Kym Healy | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Beau Factor | 2 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Terry Gillett | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Max Rock | 4 | Stan Tsaikos | Terry Gillett | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 11 | Mummsie | 6 | Lek Maloney | Ms K Petrick | 53.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Fast Freeze | 11 | Jarrod Todd | D Leech | 59kg | $11.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Dolce D'amour | 10 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 11th | 2 | Daniher | 1 | Deborah Barton | K J Lamprecht | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 12th | 5 | Hell Fire Miss | 7 | Jessie Philpot | Chloe Baxter | 58kg | $13.00 |
Venting presents outstanding value as the most likely winner based on his exceptional track and distance record. With 5 wins from 12 starts at this exact venue and trip, including a dominant last-start victory, he maps perfectly from barrier 2 with in-form jockey Lek Maloney. The class rise is concerning but his local dominance and tactical advantages make him the standout selection.
Wolfburn offers solid each-way value with his proven class and excellent distance record. The Jarrod Todd booking adds confidence, though the lack of local experience is a concern.
Our Couver brings solid local form and consistency to this Open class assignment. His track record of 2 wins from 5 starts at Pioneer Park, combined with recent placings and a strong jockey/trainer partnership, makes him a reliable each-way chance despite the wide barrier draw.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Wolfburn | 4 | Jarrod Todd | G Clarke | 59kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 5 | Venting | 2 | Lek Maloney | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 7 | Enterprise Lassie | 5 | Paul Denton | Lisa Whittle | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Active Duty | 3 | Hannah Le Blanc | D Leech | 59kg | $3.00 |
| 5th | 4 | San Lucido | 8 | Dakota-Lee Gillett | Terry Gillett | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Our Couver | 7 | Ianish Luximon | Ms K Petrick | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 7th | 2 | Okesutora | 1 | Raymond Vigar | Barry Cooke | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Girls Girls Girls | 6 | Stan Tsaikos | Ms K Petrick | 57kg | $41.00 |
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