Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Thursday 7 May 2026
Our top pick won 3 of 7 races at Goulburn. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Consistent performer with 35% place rate, recent strong 3rd at Orange after Goulburn 5th. Soft record 10:1-2-1 suits conditions. Gear changes (cross-over off, norton bit on) from top stable indicate intent. Maps midfield-forward from barrier 2 to exploit on-speed Goulburn bias in moderate-fast tempo.
Soft performer (24:3-7-3), barrier 3 perfect for on-speed map suiting track bias. Recent form consistent with placings, class rise manageable from BM58 win-up. Moderate-fast tempo favours handy runner. Strong place claims, value for exotics.
Devil Rider second-up today (3:1-0-0 record) from spell, freshened after Albury 5th. Distance winner, barrier 8 ideal for Goulburn's mid-draw strength. Likely leader per speed map exploits on-speed bias despite moderate-fast tempo. Jockey Boudvillain strong at track (12%). Form improving, suits provincial midweek. Solid top-3 chance despite weight.
Barrier 5 prime for Goulburn (5-8 best), likely leader in speed map suiting position bias. Significant class drop, soft ok (21:2-0-3). 20 days fit, ignores poor win strike.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Miss Hvar | 1 | Brock Ryan | R & L Price | 58.5kg | $4.60 |
| 2nd | 4 | Dubai Centre | 3 | Billy Owen | J Rolfe | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Kisses For Jody | 7 | Amy Mc Lucas | Tash Burleigh | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Devil Rider | 8 | Pierre Boudvillain | Danielle Seib | 60kg | $4.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Call Me Son | 4 | Shaun Guymer | David Pfieffer | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 3 | Omnic | 2 | Louise Day | C Maher | 59.5kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 1 | Champions League | 5 | Dale Cole | A D Bourke | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 6 | King Edward | 6 | Nick Heywood | Matthew Kelley | 58kg | $15.00 |
First-up winner with strong trial form; maps prominently in likely fast tempo that favours on-pacers at this position-driven track. Soft track unproven but stable's preparation overrides. Clear form leader despite limited exposure.
Prime Goulburn specialist with outstanding track record (5:1-1-1) and T/D stats (3:1-1-1 at 1100m). Barrier 4 allows perfect on-pace map for position-driven track; recent form includes Goulburn CL1 win.
Consistent Goulburn performer (3:0-2-1, T/D 3:0-2-1) with recent strong 2nd here behind superior rival. Improving form cycle, recent fitness via trial; midfield map viable despite wide draw in fast tempo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Molteuno | 12 | Adrian Layt | Tash Burleigh | 59kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Beer Baron | 1 | Billy Owen | N J Osborne | 60.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Miss Farnan | 7 | L P Beuzelin | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 59kg | $1.70 |
| 4th | 2 | Dubbo Boy | 2 | Nick Heywood | D A Williams | 61kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Zoutempus | 10 | Dale Cole | Scott Collings | 60kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Exothrill | 11 | Olivia Chambers | Peter D Green | 57kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Rainagain | 5 | Ellen Hennessy | N M Lewis | 58.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Silver Serenade | 9 | Pierre Boudvillain | D A Williams | 61kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Written By Lucy | 3 | Rob Potter | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Shoreman | 4 | K Dryden & L Snowden | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Zoucat | 6 | Matthew Kelley | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Pushalot | 8 | Matthew Kelley | 58kg |
Second up from spell with soft record (5:0-0-2), maps midfield in fast tempo to exploit on-pace track. Clear class edge in weak maiden.
Class drop aids in maiden. Solid threat to on-pace runners.
Still strong contender mapping forward on on-pace track, but lacks proven wet form in Soft 5 conditions.
Second up with Goulburn prior start, maps midfield forward. Soft specialist potential despite 1:0-0-0 record.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Roonami | 7 | Alysha Collett | Matthew Kelley | 57kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 4 | Spiritual Star | 9 | Quayde Krogh | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 59kg | $19.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Graynita | 2 | Keagan Latham | Matthew Dale | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 4th | 1 | Cool As Ted | 11 | Dale Cole | Scott Collings | 57kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Miss Leeway | 3 | Robyn Freeman | Tash Burleigh | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Martini Bandit | 10 | Shaun Guymer | Pat Murphy | 59kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Stars And Spangles | 8 | Emma Ly | J Rolfe | 57kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 2 | Fred Astern | 1 | Billy Owen | P J Facoory | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 9th | 11 | Tennessir | 5 | Jessica Brookes | Scott Jamieson | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Knight's Bounty | 4 | Richard Bensley | Pat Murphy | 57kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Wire To Wire | 6 | J Rolfe | 59kg |
Recent 3rd at Class 2 over 1300m on Soft 5 with sharp finish confirms fitness. Fast tempo suits its finishing strength.
Second up (2:1-0-0) after solid Goulburn 6th, with trainer's 23% combo with Bell. Fast tempo favours its style over backmarkers.
Recent Class 1 win shows ability at this level; gear tweaks could revive. Maps midfield forward on fast tempo.
High track condition suitability, maps midfield to exploit on-pace bias in fast tempo.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Viipuri | 2 | Andrew Adkins | Peter Snowden | 61kg | $3.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Felis Chaus | 7 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 58kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Ellismayne | 3 | Keagan Latham | John Thompson | 59.5kg | $3.60 |
| 4th | 3 | Shezain | 9 | Nick Heywood | K Dryden & L Snowden | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 5 | Winning Rulet | 6 | Brock Ryan | K J Parker | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Dame Annie | 10 | Louise Day | J M Austin | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Performing Diva | 4 | Shaun Guymer | Pat Murphy | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Golden Warrior | 8 | Jean Van Overmeire | A D Bourke | 56.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Chebici | 1 | Coriah Keatings | Matthew Kelley | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Airliner | 11 | T J Robinson | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Beograd Boy | 5 | J Rolfe | 55kg |
Barrier 8 ideal for Goulburn, second up improving after first up 5th. Fast tempo suits closing style if can get into on-pace position by 400m.
First up record includes 3rd L400m, Heywood excels locally (17% strike). Soft 5 query major con with no exposure but on-speed bias and fast tempo may suit if controls race.
Recent 6th/5th show fitness, has soft form. Soft specialists rewarded here.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Ocean Empress | 8 | Alysha Collett | J M Austin | 56.5kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 3 | Tsardeal | 7 | Brock Ryan | John Thompson | 59kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 5 | Ho Aloha | 9 | Andrew Adkins | David Pfieffer | 57.5kg | $3.30 |
| 4th | 11 | Magic Anderson | 6 | Jack Martin | C Karakatsanis | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Supa Zenardini | 5 | Olivia Chambers | Craig Carmody | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Mariemac | 3 | Keagan Latham | Michael Freedman | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 9 | Coolazcanbe | 11 | Lee Magorrian | G Portelli | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Corio Willow | 1 | Robyn Freeman | Tash Burleigh | 55kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Rogue Nation | 2 | Nick Heywood | D A Williams | 59kg | |
| Scr | 2 | Russian Reign | 4 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 59kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Glenn's Legacy | 10 | D A Williams | 58.5kg |
Barrier 6 perfect for Goulburn's mid-draw bias (5-8 best), maps midfield in fast tempo suiting position bias. Improving trend, consistent class maiden.
Soft record 4:0-1-0 positive. More exposed than #1 but tactical versatility suits fast tempo.
Barrier 4 maps forward for Goulburn's on-speed bias (front 3 at 400m key), track experience (3 runs). Consistent soft form.
Soft experience, consistent form trend. Barrier 9 wide but Goulburn less barrier-sensitive; fast tempo may suit if improves position.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Dundeel Flyer | 5 | Andrew Adkins | Peter Snowden | 55.5kg | $1.85 |
| 2nd | 5 | Sugilite | 1 | Mitchell Bell | Michael Freedman | 57kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Naughton's Bar | 9 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Michael Travers | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Second Deb | 4 | Adrian Layt | J A Steinmetz | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Maxis Legacy | 3 | Shaun Guymer | Natalie Jarvis | 58kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 1 | First Assault | 6 | Jack Martin | K Dryden & L Snowden | 59.5kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 10 | So Precise | 8 | Amy Mc Lucas | Ms A Turner | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Secret Romance | 11 | Emma Ly | Matthew Wood | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Isosceles | 10 | Keagan Latham | Tom Charlton | 59kg | $5.50 |
| 10th | 11 | The Reel Penelope | 2 | Louise Day | J M Austin | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Cold Fire | 7 | Olivia Chambers | Craig Carmody | 57kg | $151.00 |
Sacred Inferno tops form assessment with consistent placings (63% strike), strong distance record (5:1-2-1), and ideal barrier 5 for Goulburn's mid-draw bias.
Second up suits (1:0-1-0), barrier 3 maps on-pace for track bias favouring front 3 at 400m. Soft track ok (3:0-2-1).
Barrier 7 optimal for Goulburn, maps midfield to exploit fast tempo. Lightweight 55kg and fresh form outweigh limited exposure.
Travers/Prag combo solid (14%), overlooked in deeper field.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Olington Lane | 1 | Pierre Boudvillain | Ms L Davies | 58kg | $3.80 |
| 2nd | 4 | Kirwans Bridge | 11 | Alysha Collett | Haylee Day | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 3 | Brass Monkeys | 12 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Scott Collings | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 2 | London Boy | 3 | Nick Heywood | D A Williams | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 9 | Slay Queen | 7 | Robyn Freeman | Tash Burleigh | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 6th | 8 | My Inspiration | 6 | Rebecca Bronett Prag | Michael Travers | 55kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Jenni Divine | 2 | Shaun Guymer | Michael Travers | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Sacred Inferno | 5 | Jean Van Overmeire | Danielle Seib | 60.5kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Do Ya Head In | 10 | Deep Shanker | P J Facoory | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Mount Hotham | 9 | Emma Ly | J Rolfe | 53kg | $201.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Freaky Friday | 4 | Jessica Brookes | J Rolfe | 53kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 11 | Apparate | 8 | Quayde Krogh | G G Kirkup | 55kg |
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