The consistent maiden form with 5 placings from 13 starts shows he's competitive at this level.
Queensland · Friday 1 May 2026
Sunshine Coast Polytrack tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 6 races at Sunshine Coast Polytrack. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
top pick wonanother tip wonno tip won
Halcol Energy Mdn Plate
Torque Too Easy offers excellent value as the second pick. Her previous placing at this exact track and distance from barrier 2 is a massive positive, especially given the track's bias toward early leaders. The Kendrick/Thompson combination strikes at 14%, and she's dropping significantly in class. While limited experience is a concern, her synthetic track form and ideal positioning make her a strong winning threat.
Power Maiden represents the best roughie chance despite poor connections statistics. Her barrier 1 draw is crucial on this leader-dominated track, and she's second-up after a recent placing. The significant class drop and consistent placing record in maidens suggest she can be competitive.
The removal of blinkers first time could be the key change needed, and the significant class drop provides an advantage. His recent racing keeps him fit, and the neutral barrier allows tactical flexibility.
- 1st1Everybody RiseTaylor Marshall$2.15
- 2nd3ProblematicalMichael Rodd$10.00
- 3rd4RhetoricKyle Wilson-Taylor$13.00
- 4th6Sweet ArmaniCody Collis$14.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Everybody Rise | 7 | Taylor Marshall | Jack Bruce | 58.5kg | $2.15 |
| 2nd | 3 | Problematical | 6 | Michael Rodd | T B Thomas | 58kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Rhetoric | 5 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | R H Dart | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Sweet Armani | 4 | Cody Collis | Billy Healey | 56.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Ocean Alo | 8 | Leah Martyn | G R Duncan | 56kg | $3.40 |
| 6th | 8 | Torque Too Easy | 2 | Ben E Thompson | S W Kendrick | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Power Maiden | 1 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 56kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Trail Boss | 3 | Georgina Cartwright | G M Hay | 58kg | $101.00 |
Harlequin Blinds & Security Hcp (C2)
Noire Emperor presents as the standout selection dropping from BM65 to Class 2 after a convincing last-start win at Ipswich. The class drop is significant and he maps well from barrier 4 to secure a forward position crucial at this track.
Her barrier 3 draw is ideal for securing the crucial forward position at this leader-biased track. The mare has been competitive in similar grades and represents solid each-way value.
Vredefort holds the unique advantage of being the only runner with synthetic track experience and a perfect record at this venue and distance. His last-start win at Gympie, combined with a significant weight drop, makes him a genuine threat despite the wide barrier.
His recent win shows current form and the distance suits.
- 1st2November AirBen E Thompson$2.50
- 2nd6Cheerful CatLeah Martyn$6.50
- 3rd1Noire EmperorLuke P Dempsey$2.50
- 4th3O'caldinoDanny Peisley$15.00
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | November Air | 3 | Ben E Thompson | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Cheerful Cat | 6 | Leah Martyn | James Moore | 52kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Noire Emperor | 4 | Luke P Dempsey | Barry Lockwood & Emma-Jane Vincent | 60kg | $2.50 |
| 4th | 3 | O'caldino | 5 | Danny Peisley | Christos Zintilis | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Espoir Da Tap | 1 | Stephanie Tierney | Kerry Taplin | 51kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Vredefort | 7 | Corey Sutherland | G R Duncan | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Pauli | 2 | Olivia Kendal | L D Wanless | 52.5kg | $71.00 |
Tilers Trade Centre (Bm65)
Watermelon presents as the most reliable winning chance with an outstanding synthetic track record of 5 wins from 19 starts. The slight class rise is offset by his synthetic surface expertise.
His recent third at Gold Coast demonstrates current ability, while the significant weight drop to 55kg provides a key advantage.
Her strong synthetic record and proven distance ability provide confidence, while the light weight offers an advantage.
However, the lack of synthetic experience and distance exposure create uncertainty.
- 1st3Let's Do It AgainKayla Johnston$3.60
- 2nd2WatermelonBen E Thompson$2.40
- 3rd6Inside PassageBrandon Lerena$7.50
- 4th7Papal MissGeorgina Cartwright$9.50
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Let's Do It Again | 6 | Kayla Johnston | A J Edmonds | 55kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 2 | Watermelon | 3 | Ben E Thompson | R H Dart | 60.5kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 6 | Inside Passage | 1 | Brandon Lerena | S W Kendrick | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 7 | Papal Miss | 7 | Georgina Cartwright | Vishan Venkaya | 54kg | $9.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Eleanor Nancy | 4 | Bella Youngberry | Billy Healey | 54.5kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Seeress | 2 | Olivia Kendal | L D Wanless | 52.5kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Ormond Road | 5 | Jake Bayliss | J R Bayliss | 54kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Pulveriser | 8 | Billy Healey | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | O'caldino | 2 | Christos Zintilis | 57kg |
Revive Financial (Bm55)
Bulsara presents as the standout selection dropping significantly in class while holding strong credentials at this track. The combination of barrier 2, proven track form, and class relief makes him the most likely winner despite the weight burden.
Revitup Charlie offers solid each-way value with proven synthetic form and recent winning form. The wide barrier is concerning on this leader-biased track, but her class and consistency make her a strong threat.
Agenda Setter brings significant class advantage dropping from Group level but faces the unknown of synthetic surface. The barrier and class drop are positives, but lack of synthetic experience is concerning.
While first-up and drawn wide, his proven ability on this surface makes him a worthwhile value play.
- 1st2Agenda SetterStephanie Tierney$2.60
- 2nd3Jungle FeverCorey Sutherland$14.00
- 3rd11Revitup CharlieKarl Zechner$12.00
- 4th13Astern VillaKayla Johnston$12.00
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Agenda Setter | 3 | Stephanie Tierney | S W Kendrick | 60kg | $2.60 |
| 2nd | 3 | Jungle Fever | 9 | Corey Sutherland | Stephen Sutherland | 61.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 11 | Revitup Charlie | 6 | Karl Zechner | T B Thomas | 57kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Astern Villa | 8 | Kayla Johnston | J L Johnston | 54kg | $12.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Bulsara | 2 | Damien Boche | Michael Marsh | 66kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 15 | Daintree Dreaming | 5 | Leah Martyn | T B Thomas | 52kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Turn Up The Music | 1 | Rob Thorburn | Billy Healey | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Time To Cry | 4 | Cejay Graham | Billy Healey | 58.5kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Capiana | 7 | Michael Rodd | T B Thomas | 60.5kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 12 | Heavenly Az | 10 | Danny Peisley | Stephanie Sixtus | 56.5kg | $34.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Darth Invader | 9 | Billy Healey | 60.5kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Riva D'amor | 7 | D J Hansen | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | The Sour | 11 | J R Bayliss | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Beitsoo | 15 | M A Palmer | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Rock Lobster | 14 | R G Kelly | 54kg |
Gowan Lea Timbers (Bm55)
What Did You Say broke through for maiden win at Gatton last start and maps perfectly from barrier 1. The gelding has shown ability on synthetic surfaces and the inside draw is crucial at this track where front runners dominate. Class rise is a concern but recent form suggests readiness.
Roaring Success comes off a strong second at Murwillumbah and has been consistent in recent starts. Wide barrier is a concern but the form line suggests competitive chance.
State A Fact showed improvement with third at Kilcoy last start and draws well in barrier 2. The gelding has experience across different class levels and the improving form trend is encouraging despite overall poor strike rate.
The mare has shown ability at this track before and gets weight relief.
- 1st9State A FactGeorgina Cartwright$4.40
- 2nd2What Did You SayKyle Wilson-Taylor$9.00
- 3rd8Roaring SuccessJake Bayliss$3.20
- 4th1Full StrengthStephanie Tierney$5.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | State A Fact | 2 | Georgina Cartwright | T J Hurley | 57kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 2 | What Did You Say | 1 | Kyle Wilson-Taylor | James Moore | 60.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Roaring Success | 9 | Jake Bayliss | J R Bayliss | 57.5kg | $3.20 |
| 4th | 1 | Full Strength | 4 | Stephanie Tierney | Belinda Mair | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 6 | War Too All | 7 | Michael Rodd | T B Thomas | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 3 | North Channel | 5 | Cejay Graham | T B Thomas | 60kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Twilight Steps | 3 | Kayla Johnston | J L Johnston | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Roxset | 6 | Montana Philpot | J R Bayliss | 56kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 10 | The Publican | 8 | Olivia Kendal | L D Wanless | 52.5kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Rubaahy | 7 | K R Kemp | 59kg |
Thank You Mary Henzell Mdn
The barrier 1 draw is crucial on this leader-dominated track, and the Hansen/Collis combination has strong statistics. While still a maiden, the consistent form progression and tactical advantage make this the most reliable selection.
The second-up positioning could see improvement, and the barrier draw allows tactical flexibility. Despite the poor trainer/jockey combination record, the horse's inherent ability makes it a genuine threat.
The apprentice weight relief is valuable, and recent fitness is assured. The wide barrier is concerning on this track, but the raw ability suggests a competitive showing.
Watchya Language offers value based on the significant weight relief and previous distance form. The second-up positioning could see improvement, and the weight advantage is substantial.
- 1st3Weekend ArtistDanny Peisley$17.00
- 2nd5Hard KnoxJake Bayliss$15.00
- 3rd4AblesheebaOlivia Webb$8.50
- 4th8Trip HazardCody Collis$2.60
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Weekend Artist | 3 | Danny Peisley | Ms L Small | 58.5kg | $17.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Hard Knox | 6 | Jake Bayliss | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Ablesheeba | 9 | Olivia Webb | J W Healy | 56.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Trip Hazard | 1 | Cody Collis | D J Hansen | 58kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 2 | Clench | 8 | Cejay Graham | Billy Healey | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Watchya Language | 7 | Corey Sutherland | Stephen Sutherland | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 1 | Best Eagle | 2 | Boris Thornton | Ben Hull | 58.5kg | $3.40 |
| 8th | 11 | Too Much Chilli | 4 | Montana Philpot | J R Bayliss | 54kg | $71.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Rise And Resist | 5 | Brandon Lerena | S W Kendrick | 58kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 6 | King Cobama | 11 | Renita Beaton | 58kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Baciami | 10 | A J Edmonds | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Super Swazey | 9 | James Moore | 54.5kg |
Before the races, not after
Get every tip before the jump
Our top three picks and a value pick for every race, with assessed prices, speed maps and the analysis behind them. Free for 7 days.