Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Sunday 26 April 2026
Our top pick won 4 of 7 races at Narromine. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Castro stands out as the most consistent performer with five top-3 finishes in his last eight starts, including narrow seconds at Dubbo. The significant class drop from previous maiden races gives him a strong edge, and his proven ability on Good tracks makes him well-suited to today's conditions despite the wide barrier.
Despite the wide barrier, his proven ability and weight relief make him a genuine threat for the minor placings.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Smart Scud | 7 | Grant Buckley | R P Northam | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Pinero | 3 | Leanne Boyd | Sally Torrens | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Castro | 8 | Clayton Gallagher | Kylie Kennedy | 59kg | $1.85 |
| 4th | 9 | Polens | 5 | Jordan Quince | Barry Wall | 53.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Go Baby | 1 | Dylan Stanley | Kylie Kennedy | 57kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Millicent Daisy | 2 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Julia Presits | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Bravalatante | 4 | Mikayla Weir | Sally Torrens | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Yakamoz | 6 | Ken Dunbar | A M Molloy | 56kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Kneel Down | 9 | Izzy Neale | Dennis Bush | 54kg |
Territory Style presents as the most logical winner based on form and positioning. His second-up record is perfect (1 from 1), and his recent close second at Wellington demonstrates current fitness. The significant class drop suggests connections are confident of a breakthrough win.
Erion offers solid each-way value with his consistent placing record and proven ability at this distance. His recent form shows he's competitive at this level, and the jockey-trainer combination has been successful. While he's yet to break through for a win, his consistency makes him a reliable place chance.
Northern Exposure represents value as a first-up specialist dropping significantly in class. His trial form suggests he's ready to resume, and his placing ability gives him strong each-way prospects. The class drop is significant and may be the key to his first career victory.
While his race form is limited, the trial win and gear additions suggest improvement is possible.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Territory Style | 3 | Kody Nestor | Kody Nestor | 59kg | $1.50 |
| 2nd | 8 | Moon Dart | 1 | Mikayla Weir | Brett Thompson | 58.5kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Northern Exposure | 5 | Nick Palmer | Derek Piper | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Erion | 6 | Clayton Gallagher | Ms M Harrison | 59kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Corky | 4 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Above Board | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | M D Griffith | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Snow Dog | 8 | Jordan Quince | Connie Greig | 57kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Aizuchi | 9 | Grant Buckley | Ms A Smith | 58.5kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Windsor Road | 10 | Jacob Stiff | Dar Lunn | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Mr Gunna Do | 2 | Troy Mc Carney | 59kg |
Despite limited experience, Rubelin presents the best winning chance based on significant weight relief and class drop. The 2-year-old filly carries 4.5kg less than topweight and drops from Open company to Maiden level. Her inside barrier provides tactical advantage on this speed-favoring track, and young horses often improve sharply with experience.
Sibeila's barrier 1 draw is crucial on this leader-biased track, and her previous second placing shows ability.
Indi Springs showed excellent form winning her recent trial and has proven ability at this track and distance with a close second. The significant class drop and her trial form suggest she's ready to break through first up, though the missing jockey booking is concerning.
The class drop and regular racing provide fitness advantages, though the wide barrier is concerning.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Rubelin | 3 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 53.5kg | $1.24 |
| 2nd | 6 | Sibeila | 1 | Ms M Harrison | 58kg | $11.00 | |
| 3rd | 9 | Raygun Rocks | 4 | Liam Blanch | Todd Smith | 57.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Bindaree Lass | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Kylie Kennedy | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 1 | All Saints | 10 | Jacob Stiff | Ms S Jeffries | 56kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Finest Art | 7 | Kody Nestor | Darren Hyde | 58kg | $19.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Infinite Vixon | 2 | M R Mulholland | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Polens | 6 | Barry Wall | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Indi Springs | 5 | M D Griffith | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Mitaka | 8 | Mathew Cahill | Andrew Ryan | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Smokin' Genie | 9 | Clayton Gallagher | Ms M Harrison | 57.5kg |
The 4yo gelding has been competitive in most starts with a 31% place rate. Clayton Gallagher's perfect record with the horse is encouraging, and the barrier allows tactical options. The class rise is the main concern.
The Bentley has been competitive in stronger Open company recently and drops significantly in class today. The significant class drop and good barrier position are major positives, though his overall winning record is poor.
Harry's Boy presents as the most logical winner despite the class rise. The 3yo gelding by So You Think shows natural improvement and his 50% strike rate from limited starts suggests genuine ability. While barrier 11 is wide, Grant Buckley can position him appropriately in the run.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Strassman | 8 | Clayton Gallagher | Ms M Harrison | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 4 | The Bentley | 5 | Izzy Neale | Connie Greig | 57.5kg | $3.80 |
| 3rd | 1 | Himeros | 3 | Kylie Kennedy | 59kg | $7.50 | |
| 4th | 7 | Litlfela | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Connie Greig | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 10 | Indie Mae | 7 | Nick Palmer | J R Gask | 53kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 12 | More Than Bubbles | 1 | Jordan Quince | Connie Greig | 53kg | $15.00 |
| 7th | 5 | The Drafter | 9 | Dylan Stanley | Terry Fulwood | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 9 | My Nicconi Boy | 10 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Julia Presits | 56.5kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Recovery Road | 2 | Angel Brennan | A W Prisk | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Lotina | 4 | Jacob Stiff | Robert Lane | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Harry's Boy | 11 | Grant Buckley | R P Northam | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Langholm Dusk | 11 | C Lundholm | 55kg |
Better value exists elsewhere in the field.
Stockholm brings valuable track experience with a previous win at Narromine and draws the ideal barrier for this speed-favoring track. The track knowledge and barrier advantage make him a genuine chance.
The 7-year-old gelding has proven versatility across track conditions and shows consistent form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Micro Mikki | 6 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 58kg | $1.30 |
| 2nd | 7 | Stockholm | 2 | Mikayla Weir | C Lundholm | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Turgenev | 3 | Ashleigh McCabe | Ms A Smith | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Sebilla | 4 | Grant Buckley | R P Northam | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Island Legend | 5 | Izzy Neale | Nikki Hodgson | 53.5kg | $16.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Red Beryl | 1 | Jacob Stiff | Ms J Clement | 53.5kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Dawn County | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | M D Griffith | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Blow In | 9 | Zoe Hunt | Rob Potter | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Wonder Step | 8 | Ms G Williams | 55kg |
The I Am Invincible filly is second up from spell, typically when horses improve, and gets in well at the weights.
Race To Arms gets the perfect setup from barrier 1 at a track that heavily favours leaders. The Shooting To Win gelding has a perfect record when second up and the strong Nestor family combination adds confidence. The class rise is concerning but the tactical advantage could prove decisive.
Romantic Love brings proven Narromine form having won here previously and shows strong first-up statistics. The Astern gelding has been consistent in recent campaigns and gets a good barrier draw. The long spell is a concern but his track record and first-up ability make him a solid each-way chance.
The Star Turn gelding has been competitive at similar levels and the Johnston partnership has been successful.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Turbulent | 16 | Grant Buckley | M R Mulholland | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Line Of Law | 2 | Jordan Quince | Connie Greig | 61kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Trumpty Dumpty | 11 | Mikayla Weir | Dar Lunn | 60.5kg | $16.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Yiasou | 7 | Brett Thompson | 58.5kg | $13.00 | |
| 5th | 11 | Invincible Salex | 6 | Nick Palmer | Kylie Kennedy | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Romantic Love | 5 | Izzy Neale | Brett Robb | 59.5kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 2 | Gidgee Guy | 17 | Kylie Kennedy | 62kg | $61.00 | |
| 8th | 3 | Zahdi | 4 | Jacob Stiff | Ms G Williams | 59.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Race To Arms | 1 | Kody Nestor | P J Nestor | 61kg | $3.40 |
| 10th | 9 | Cheap Gas | 12 | Clayton Gallagher | Derek Piper | 60kg | $18.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Sidenay | 8 | Gabrielle Johnston | Ms J Clement | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Chappolicious | 9 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | M D Griffith | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| Scr | 4 | Champers Girl | 18 | David J Smith | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | There She Goes | 15 | Mathew Cahill | Andrew Ryan | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Climate Control | 13 | J R Gask | 57.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Donna Emilia | 3 | Brett Thompson | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | The Mooch | 10 | Ken Dunbar | M C Lynch | 55kg | |
| Scr | 18 | Yael's Delight | 14 | Barry Wall | 55kg |
St Roy brings outstanding recent form with three wins from four starts, including a dominant BM45 victory at Lightning Ridge. The significant class drop from BM58 to BM50 is a major positive, and his proven ability at 1300m gives confidence. The good barrier draw should allow tactical positioning despite the predicted fast tempo.
Charlie Magic showed excellent form last start with a close third in stronger company at Dubbo. The class drop is significant and his previous success at Narromine is encouraging. However, the wide barrier is a concern at this speed-favoring track where inside draws typically dominate.
Friskee Frog comes off a confidence-boosting win at Warren and drops significantly in class. The inside barrier is ideal for this speed track, and his consistent placing record suggests he'll be competitive. The weight and distance query are minor concerns.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Rolled Gold | 1 | Jacob Stiff | Paul Clisby | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Cheap Shot | 14 | Clayton Gallagher | Ms G Williams | 60.5kg | $5.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Kelilah | 6 | Mikayla Weir | Ms M Harrison | 61.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Charlie Magic | 11 | Jordan Quince | Brett Robb | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 16 | Godwits | 5 | Liam Blanch | Todd Smith | 59.5kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 7 | St Roy | 4 | Gabrielle Johnston | Ms J Clement | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 7th | 3 | Eilrahc | 10 | Grant Buckley | Ms A Smith | 61.5kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 17 | Fire Your Guns | 15 | Connie Greig | 59.5kg | $10.00 | |
| 9th | 5 | Friskee Frog | 2 | Ken Dunbar | Ms S Jeffries | 61kg | $10.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Teepee Princess | 3 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Brett Thompson | 59.5kg | $17.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Yamba's Girl | 7 | Angel Brennan | Wendy Peel | 60.5kg | |
| Scr | 6 | Hit Song | 9 | Nikki Pollock | 61kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Trifecta Ruby | 16 | Connie Greig | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Trust A Kitty | 12 | Ms C Monaghan | 59.5kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Maralago | 17 | Nikki Pollock | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | The Git Up | 13 | Nick Palmer | Brett Thompson | 56kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Gold Smiles | 9 | Sally Torrens | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Posh Annie | 8 | M N Howard | 57kg |
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