Previous second at this track/distance provides confidence, while the significant class drop from open company to maiden level is a major positive. First up record (0-1-0) shows ability fresh.
Queensland · Saturday 25 April 2026
Sunshine Coast tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 7 races at Sunshine Coast. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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ANZAC Day Mdn Hcp
Recent narrow second at Ipswich demonstrates current form, and second up record suggests improvement. The inside barrier provides significant advantage on this track where position matters.
Interesting debutant with strong trial form including a recent win. The consistent trial placings suggest ability, and multiple gear changes indicate stable confidence. However, the wide barrier and lack of race experience are concerns in this competitive maiden.
Value selection with impressive trial credentials including a recent win and second. The inside barrier and light weight are significant advantages, while the jockey's strong track record (27% strike rate) adds confidence.
- 1st7Cool GentBrandon Lerena$20.00
- 2nd1Double CoolBella Youngberry$1.50
- 3rd5Private MaxJett Newman$16.00
- 4th10Kava ExpressTiffani Brooker$31.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Cool Gent | 7 | Brandon Lerena | S & A Barling | 55.5kg | $20.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Double Cool | 8 | Bella Youngberry | Chris & Corey Munce | 57.5kg | $1.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Private Max | 1 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 54.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Kava Express | 2 | Tiffani Brooker | David Vandyke | 54.5kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 11 | La Premiere | 4 | Fiona Sandkuhl | L F Birchley | 52.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Hells Rein | 15 | Cody Collis | David Vandyke | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Maganista | 3 | Adam Sewell | Ms O Cairns | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 8th | 4 | Missile Shot | 11 | Justin P Stanley | L F Birchley | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Escape Plan | 10 | Boris Thornton | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 56.5kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 13 | Mishani Fiddich | 14 | Olivia Kendal | Donna Stanbridge | 53kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Powerfilly | 13 | Micheal Hellyer | B K Wakefield | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Mishani Entice | 6 | Olivia Webb | Donna Stanbridge | 53kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Vincley | 5 | Luke P Dempsey | Richard Laming | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Wild Butterfly | 9 | Montana Philpot | J R Bayliss | 52.5kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Zia Maria | 12 | Barry Lockwood & Emma-Jane Vincent | 54.5kg |
Lest We Forget Mdn Hcp
The favourable barrier and on-speed bias at Sunshine Coast suit unknown quantities who can position forward early.
The inside barrier is perfect for Sunshine Coast's on-speed bias, and removing blinkers could provide the edge needed for breakthrough win.
The Dunn/Newman combination is reliable, and the light weight provides an advantage. Form suggests ready to break through.
Wide draw is the main concern but could provide value if he can overcome it.
- 1st2Toro ChaseMontana Philpot$4.40
- 2nd9Uncommon DaisyBoris Thornton$2.40
- 3rd15Video VixenOlivia Kendal$10.00
- 4th7LucciBailey Wheeler$5.50
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Toro Chase | 14 | Montana Philpot | J W Mason | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 9 | Uncommon Daisy | 5 | Boris Thornton | Matthew Hoysted | 57kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 15 | Video Vixen | 1 | Olivia Kendal | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 52.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Lucci | 3 | Bailey Wheeler | S W Kendrick | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Argyle Gold | 15 | Micheal Hellyer | B K Wakefield | 57kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Rise And Resist | 7 | Stephanie Tierney | S W Kendrick | 54.5kg | $20.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Amazigh Torque | 8 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 55.5kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Savasteel | 6 | Brandon Lerena | J R Bayliss | 60kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Sound The Bugle | 9 | Adam Sewell | Ms O Cairns | 54kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Wildkat Jack | 2 | Tiffani Brooker | T N Miller | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Uniquely Famous | 12 | Julie Busuttin | C J Waller | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Sikka | 13 | Bella Youngberry | T J Gollan | 55kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Too Darn Smart | 4 | Cody Collis | Billy Healey | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Fortysecondstreet | 11 | S W Kendrick | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Sweet Armani | 10 | Billy Healey | 55kg |
Veterans Wellbeing Foundation Mdn Plate
Well-bred filly from a stable that excels with first-up runners. The lengthy spell is a concern but the gear change and quality connections suggest she's ready to fire fresh.
Has shown ability at this track and distance with a previous third. First-up record is encouraging and the breeding suggests she can handle the sprint trip. Value chance if ready to go.
Second-up from spell with a strong record at this stage. Recent trial win confirms fitness and the quality gap should tell despite the wide barrier.
Debut runner with strong connections and an in-form jockey.
- 1st5Estee EmmCody Collis$2.80
- 2nd4Duchess DifficultBoris Thornton$8.50
- 3rd9OpetaiaBrandon Lerena$5.50
- 4th6Gossamer GlowBella Youngberry$4.60
Full result · 11 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Estee Emm | 9 | Cody Collis | K M Schweida | 56kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Duchess Difficult | 10 | Boris Thornton | Matthew Hoysted | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Opetaia | 3 | Brandon Lerena | Jack Bruce | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 6 | Gossamer Glow | 11 | Bella Youngberry | T J Gollan | 54kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 1 | Exobrazen | 1 | Montana Philpot | Belinda Mair | 56kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 17 | Luminous Girl | 2 | Luke P Dempsey | Jack Bruce | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 16 | Windigo | 8 | Tiffani Brooker | J W Healy | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Royal Riddle | 13 | Bailey Wheeler | Billy Healey | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 18 | Jardin De Lys | 4 | B K Wakefield | 56kg | $71.00 | |
| 10th | 10 | Red Moon Rising | 7 | Corey Sutherland | Chris Anderson | 54.5kg | $13.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Sea Voyage | 16 | Micheal Hellyer | G R Duncan | 56kg | $91.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Past Midnight | 5 | Chloe Lowe | Jake Capewell | 55kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Racketeer | 17 | Barry Lockwood & Emma-Jane Vincent | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | I Tried So Hard | 6 | Fiona Sandkuhl | David Murphy | 54kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Kaipaki Road | 14 | P P Jenkins | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | San Gimignano | 12 | Olivia Kendal | Donna Stanbridge | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Sheza's Destiny | 17 | Chris & Corey Munce | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Sword Of Legacy | 15 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 54kg |
Caloundra RSL (Bm68)
The inside barrier is crucial on this speed-favoured track, and her first-up record (33% strike rate) suggests she can fire fresh. Recent trial win confirms fitness despite the 39-day break.
Impact Zone brings strong last-start winning form to this assignment. The class rise from his maiden/Class 1 background is a concern, but his upward trajectory suggests he can handle BM68 company.
Hearts Are Better brings the strongest recent form with a close second at Eagle Farm. However, the wide barrier and top weight are significant negatives on this speed-biased track where position is crucial.
The light weight and tactical advantage from barrier 2 make her a worthwhile value play despite the class rise.
- 1st8Heart And SpiritStephanie Tierney$5.00
- 2nd7Impact ZoneBailey Wheeler$2.15
- 3rd4Count NicholasBella Youngberry$5.50
- 4th2ArisphereJett Newman$4.80
Full result · 6 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Heart And Spirit | 4 | Stephanie Tierney | S W Kendrick | 53.5kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Impact Zone | 5 | Bailey Wheeler | Natalie McCall | 57kg | $2.15 |
| 3rd | 4 | Count Nicholas | 7 | Bella Youngberry | Adam Campton | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 2 | Arisphere | 1 | Jett Newman | T J Gollan | 61kg | $4.80 |
| 5th | 3 | Never Say Nay | 8 | Olivia Kendal | Phil Bobic | 59.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Marathia | 2 | Cody Collis | Adam Campton | 55kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Hearts Are Better | 9 | Fiona Sandkuhl | Matthew Hoysted | 61.5kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Spirit Of Brodie | 3 | Charlie Bennett | Adam Campton | 58kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Agenda Setter | 8 | S W Kendrick | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Financially Famous | 6 | Tiffani Brooker | Louise White | 56kg |
Mc Polytrack Plate (C1)
Da Snoop Dog presents as the most likely winner based on strong form fundamentals. The significant class drop from Open company provides additional confidence despite limited experience.
Happy Bellie offers strong each-way value with recent Class 1 form and significant class drop. The mare's consistent placing record and strong second-up statistics provide confidence, though the wide barrier and track inexperience present challenges on this on-speed circuit.
The inside barrier suits this on-speed track, and the strong trainer/jockey combination provides confidence despite the lengthy spell and form concerns.
The mare's high place strike rate and track suitability make her a solid roughie chance despite the class rise and wide barrier.
- 1st16LovecatsJett Newman$6.00
- 2nd7DreamwriterCody Collis$11.00
- 3rd4Da Snoop DogBoris Thornton$3.50
- 4th12Territory AshJustin P Stanley$14.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 16 | Lovecats | 2 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 55kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Dreamwriter | 9 | Cody Collis | Billy Healey | 58kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Da Snoop Dog | 3 | Boris Thornton | S Foster | 59kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 12 | Territory Ash | 6 | Justin P Stanley | L F Birchley | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Happy Bellie | 8 | Bella Youngberry | Chris & Corey Munce | 56kg | $2.35 |
| 6th | 1 | Agenda Setter | 5 | Bailey Wheeler | S W Kendrick | 60kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 14 | Elronte | 1 | Olivia Kendal | Tony & Maddysen Sears | 55.5kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Final Voyage | 4 | Brandon Lerena | G Heinrich & B Rodgers | 58kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Port River Billie | 7 | Luke P Dempsey | K M Schweida | 58kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Babalola | 11 | Billy Healey | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | Minor Key | 3 | Jason Edwards | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Moroccan Wind | 10 | S W Kendrick | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Naturally Lit | 13 | S A Dwyer | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Iced Chocolate | 10 | Corey Sutherland | David Vandyke | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 13 | The Sour | 14 | J R Bayliss | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 15 | Hannabana | 12 | Olivia Webb | Taylah Mackinnon | 55.5kg |
Higgins Coatings (Bm65)
Her recent second at Doomben in BM68 company shows she's competitive at this level, and the inside barrier suits Sunshine Coast's on-speed bias.
Naturally Lit gets the perfect barrier draw for Sunshine Coast's on-speed bias and has shown improvement through the grades. The recent second at this track is encouraging, and the soft track record is solid. However, this represents a significant class rise that may prove challenging.
Hunter's Mate has proven ability at this level with a BM65 win in January. The barrier allows for a forward position which suits Sunshine Coast, and despite recent disappointments, the class is there. The soft track record is a concern but the proven ability at this level keeps him competitive.
Bellove is a proven track specialist with two wins from five starts at Sunshine Coast, including both her career victories at this 1200m distance.
- 1st9Naturally LitCorey Sutherland$5.50
- 2nd3RitualizeBailey Wheeler$11.00
- 3rd6BelloveOlivia Webb$12.00
- 4th11Ave CantareLuke P Dempsey$3.40
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Naturally Lit | 1 | Corey Sutherland | S A Dwyer | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Ritualize | 8 | Bailey Wheeler | S W Kendrick | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Bellove | 7 | Olivia Webb | Taylah Mackinnon | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Ave Cantare | 3 | Luke P Dempsey | R L Heathcote | 56kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 8 | Lord Of Flames | 6 | Jett Newman | M J Dunn | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Pink Vixen | 4 | Brandon Lerena | K R Kemp | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 7th | 13 | Elusive Domina | 2 | Tiffani Brooker | J W Healy | 54.5kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Moroccan Wind | 11 | Stephanie Tierney | S W Kendrick | 54.5kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Hunter's Mate | 5 | Boris Thornton | G A Thornton | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 2 | La Bella Boom | 13 | Bella Youngberry | T J Gollan | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Cyber City | 12 | David Murphy | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Red Code | 10 | Micheal Hellyer | Todd Pollard | 56.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Lambertina | 9 | Cody Collis | Natalie McCall | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Argyle Gold | 6 | B K Wakefield | 54kg |
TAB (Bm60)
Group-performed mare dropping significantly in class first up from a long spell. The Group race experience and inside barrier provide advantages, but the long break and poor recent form create uncertainty despite the class drop.
The light weight and track familiarity are positives, but the significant class rise and wide barrier present challenges.
Last start winner at Gold Coast who boasts a perfect 2-0 record at 1400m. Despite the wide draw and class rise, the form and distance record provide strong confidence.
Track specialist with strong course record who benefits from class drop and inside barrier.
- 1st2All Kinds Of FolkBella Youngberry$1.75
- 2nd15AliquamJustin P Stanley$6.50
- 3rd11PorristaCody Collis$13.00
- 4th7Express BarbieFiona Sandkuhl$10.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | All Kinds Of Folk | 5 | Bella Youngberry | Todd Pollard | 59kg | $1.75 |
| 2nd | 15 | Aliquam | 10 | Justin P Stanley | L F Birchley | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 11 | Porrista | 11 | Cody Collis | Billy Healey | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Express Barbie | 6 | Fiona Sandkuhl | Matthew Hoysted | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Pireonti | 3 | Olivia Webb | J W Healy | 59kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 13 | Miss Dynamo | 2 | Adam Sewell | Billy Healey | 57.5kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 17 | Zingalong | 9 | T N Miller | 57.5kg | $13.00 | |
| 8th | 16 | Frothsay | 7 | Micheal Hellyer | S A Dwyer | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Jotopeli | 4 | Boris Thornton | G A Thornton | 59kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Stranglehold | 12 | Luke P Dempsey | Richard Laming | 62.5kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Lone Force | 14 | Billy Healey | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Brooklyn Daisy | 1 | Jett Newman | Billy Healey | 58kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Silent Fox | 16 | Billy Healey | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Silver Spoon | 13 | Bailey Wheeler | K M Schweida | 59kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Cansort | 17 | Julie Busuttin | C J Waller | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Tambourine Man | 17 | Kevin Martin | 58.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Social Pariah | 8 | Ross O'Sullivan | C A Cousins | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 18 | State A Fact | 15 | T J Hurley | 54.5kg |
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