Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Thursday 14 May 2026
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Hawkesbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Nathan Doyle stable shows confidence with the booking of Ashley Morgan, who's riding at 20% strike rate recently. The barrier 9 draw is ideal for Hawkesbury's position-dependent track, allowing tactical speed to settle handy.
Lord Elrond brings the most reliable form reference to this maiden, with a recent second at Wagga confirming current fitness and ability. The significant class drop and second-up timing are major positives. However, the barrier 16 draw is a serious concern at position-dependent Hawkesbury, requiring exceptional luck to overcome the wide alley disadvantage.
The Kerrin McEvoy booking and significant class drop suggest stable confidence.
Malua Bay represents value based on the exceptional jockey/trainer combination and Joshua Parr's outstanding record at Hawkesbury. The barrier 12 draw provides tactical options for an experienced jockey.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dashing Splendour | 14 | L P Beuzelin | T Wong | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Slander | 9 | Ashley Morgan | Nathan Doyle | 57kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 18 | Gridlock | 6 | Andrew Adkins | Michael Freedman | 57kg | $8.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Don't Doubt Frank | 2 | Tyler Schiller | Brad Widdup | 57kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 17 | Behindcloseddoors | 7 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Sondera | 3 | Jason Collett | C J Waller | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Spalpeen | 5 | Alysha Collett | J G Sargent | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Royal Wootton | 11 | Rachel King | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 57kg | $13.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Asagao | 15 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | David Payne | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Zobellan | 4 | Jay Ford | Ms K Waugh | 57kg | $13.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Exhilaration | 18 | Chad Schofield | John Thompson | 57kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Cosmo Girl | 13 | Sam Clipperton | C J Waller | 55kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Extremely Chic | 17 | Sam Clipperton | C J Waller | 55kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Sakurious | 10 | Regan Bayliss | K J Parker | 55kg | |
| Scr | 12 | Tumorrama | 1 | Louise Day | R J Quinton | 55kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Malua Bay | 12 | Joshua Parr | Bjorn Baker | 57kg | |
| Scr | 15 | Lord Elrond | 16 | Zac Lloyd | Tom Charlton | 57kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Wild Courage | 8 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | C Maher | 55kg |
Our Huntress presents as the most reliable winning chance despite being winless. Her consistency is outstanding with 3 placings from 4 starts, including narrow defeats. The McDonald booking and gear change suggest connections expect improvement first up.
Miss Supernova drops significantly in class after racing in stronger metro company.
Samaka's perfect soft track record makes him highly relevant for today's conditions. His recent close placings show he's competitive at this level, and the Snowden/Berry combination adds significant confidence. Limited experience is a concern but soft track suitability is crucial.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Dirty Summer | 7 | Reece Jones | J & G Lee | 58.5kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Our Huntress | 4 | James Mc Donald | Michael Freedman | 61kg | $1.45 |
| 3rd | 6 | Miss Supernova | 1 | Tom Sherry | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58.5kg | $4.20 |
| 4th | 9 | Cosmora | 2 | Grant Buckley | Peter D Green | 55kg | $201.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Fernweh | 10 | Sam Clipperton | Joseph Pride | 60.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Denise's Gal | 9 | Tyler Schiller | Marc & Mitchell Conners | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 7 | Monocru | 6 | Adam Farragher | C Maher | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Don't What Me | 3 | Regan Bayliss | J C Coyle | 56.5kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Crossways | 8 | Zac Lloyd | M Price & M Kent Jnr | 59kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Samaka | 5 | Tommy Berry | Peter Snowden | 59kg |
Her strong finishing pattern suits the likely moderate-fast tempo, and the class drop provides a significant edge despite the wide draw.
Rebel Rhapsody brings winning momentum and the perfect barrier draw for Hawkesbury's on-speed bias.
Broadway Street impressed winning his maiden last start and typically improves second up. Nash Rawiller's booking suggests stable confidence, though the class rise and distance query present risks for the lightly-raced gelding.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Murphilly | 2 | Grant Buckley | Ms K Gavenlock | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Rebel Rhapsody | 1 | Tommy Berry | Nacim Dilmi | 60.5kg | $2.80 |
| 3rd | 7 | Queen Bess | 4 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms K Gavenlock | 53.5kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Up To Mischief | 9 | Zac Lloyd | J C Deamer | 58.5kg | $2.50 |
| 5th | 6 | Tessy Tee | 3 | Andrew Calder | R D Collett | 55kg | $3.90 |
| 6th | 8 | Koning | 6 | Chad Schofield | Richard & Will Freedman | 55kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Starlight Nation | 8 | Winona Costin | Ms A Turner | 55kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Lady Pankhurst | 5 | Rachel King | J G Sargent | 59kg | |
| Scr | 3 | Broadway Street | 7 | Nash Rawiller | K J Parker | 58.5kg |
The Capitalist gelding won his recent Randwick trial and has shown he can perform fresh. Despite the wide barrier, his early speed should see him settle handy in what shapes as a fast tempo.
Smoke 'n' Darts has been ultra-consistent at this track and distance with two placings from two starts. Jay Ford's booking adds confidence.
The Farnan gelding has shown ability in trials and gets significant weight relief. The wide barrier is a concern but his early speed could overcome it.
Galactic Force represents value with significant gear changes and a class drop. The Cosmic Force gelding showed ability with a heavy track placing and gets Alysha Collett's services.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Escargoes | 2 | Tommy Berry | Brad Widdup | 58kg | $2.35 |
| 2nd | 1 | Smoke 'n' Darts | 15 | Jay Ford | Blake Ryan | 60.5kg | $3.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Last Tour | 11 | Leeshelle Small | Brad Widdup | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Galactic Force | 5 | Alysha Collett | Sara Ryan | 56kg | $16.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Artfull | 6 | Reece Jones | Sara Ryan | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 15 | Bold Alliance | 10 | Emma Ly | Blake Ryan | 52kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Charm Destination | 8 | Olivia Chambers | Ms K Buchanan | 57kg | $16.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Spearpoint | 3 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Ms K Buchanan | 55.5kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Bangelz | 4 | Siena Grima | T P Croft | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Winning Lover | 7 | Lee Magorrian | Sara Ryan | 57kg | $11.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Conjola Girl | 1 | Rachel King | Edward O'Rourke | 57kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Mega Pixel | 12 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | K A Lees | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Zouboy | 13 | Nathan Doyle | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Legacy Prevailed | 14 | Ms K Buchanan | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Kitsune Vixen | 9 | Ms K Buchanan | 55kg |
Into Brooklyn brings the strongest recent form with a last-start win at Gosford in BM64 company. The barrier 4 draw suits her forward racing pattern perfectly for Hawkesbury's on-speed bias. While stepping up in class, her consistent performances and proven soft track record make her the most reliable winning chance.
Tennessee Dolly impressed with a dominant maiden win last start and benefits from the second-up advantage. While the class rise is significant, her improving trajectory and proven ability suggest she can handle the step up.
Voltage Lass brings an impressive unbeaten record and strong first-up statistics. However, the wide barrier and class rise from provincial racing present significant challenges at this on-speed track.
Her recent third at Wyong in similar company was encouraging, and she benefits from a slight class drop. The Hawkesbury track experience and distance suitability provide hope, though her inconsistent nature makes this a speculative play.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Nullarbor Jane | 5 | Siena Grima | J G Sargent | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Raskol | 8 | Tommy Berry | Peter Snowden | 61kg | $3.80 |
| 3rd | 10 | River Pat | 2 | Keagan Latham | Ms K Waugh | 57kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 8 | Tennessee Dolly | 7 | Chad Schofield | Richard Litt | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 2 | Into Brooklyn | 4 | Liberty Smyth | Nathan Doyle | 57.5kg | $4.40 |
| 6th | 7 | Singing Star | 3 | Alysha Collett | D Lane | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Tides Turning | 1 | Mollie Fitzgerald | T P Croft | 57.5kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Purple Rose | 10 | Sam Clipperton | John Thompson | 58.5kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Voltage Lass | 9 | Rachel King | Danielle Seib | 59.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Farnciful | 6 | Dylan Gibbons | J C Deamer | 57kg |
The Maher stable excels with first-up runners, and the Lloyd/Maher combination strikes at 19%.
He's shown consistent improvement through the grades and is well-placed second up. The good barrier draw and weight relief enhance his chances.
His soft track record (1-1-1) is a major positive for today's conditions, and the inside barrier is crucial at Hawkesbury. While the class rise and long spell are concerns, his superior speed and track/condition suitability make him a strong place chance.
His soft track credentials and class drop from recent runs provide additional appeal.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Last Druid | 1 | Alysha Collett | T J Bartley | 55.5kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Sociable | 9 | Zac Lloyd | C Maher | 61kg | $2.35 |
| 3rd | 4 | Starros | 3 | Mollie Fitzgerald | T P Croft | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 9 | Midnight Dream | 4 | Siena Grima | Paul Clisby | 53kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Desi Emperor | 7 | Jeff Penza | T Wong | 61.5kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Ima Capri | 2 | Andrew Adkins | Sara Ryan | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Johnny Smash | 11 | Reece Jones | M F Van Gestel | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Myriad | 6 | Lee Magorrian | Nathan Doyle | 59kg | $3.70 |
| 9th | 8 | Clifton Springs | 10 | Andrew Calder | Marc & Mitchell Conners | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 10th | 10 | Surf Sonic | 8 | L P Beuzelin | Ms K Outtrim | 55kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Leave No Doubt | 5 | Jay Ford | G L Frazer | 61kg |
The Big Blue stands out with his proven Hawkesbury form and soft track credentials. His track record of 1 win and 2 places from 3 starts here is exceptional, and he maps to settle in the ideal on-pace position that dominates at this venue. The recent BM72 placing shows he can handle the class rise.
Made In Italy brings elite connections and consistent form to this assignment. Her recent Kensington second behind a smart type shows she's ready to break through, and the inside barrier gives her every chance to settle handy. The soft track conditions are a concern given her good track preference.
Valentiago's recent Newcastle second in BM64 company was an excellent effort, and the Peter Snowden stable is renowned for having horses ready. His barrier draw allows tactical options, and while the soft track is a concern, his class and recent form suggest he can overcome it.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Valentiago | 6 | Zac Wadick | Peter Snowden | 57.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | The Iron Star | 9 | Tyler Schiller | Marc Chevalier | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 3rd | 13 | Made In Italy | 2 | Kerrin Mc Evoy | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $3.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Don't Tell Polly | 7 | Rachel King | Brad Widdup | 55.5kg | $20.00 |
| 5th | 12 | Jade Sunset | 5 | Alysha Collett | T J Bartley | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Sox | 3 | L P Beuzelin | T Wong | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 3 | My Greek God | 1 | Winona Costin | Matthew Smith | 59kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Aleutian | 4 | Leeshelle Small | Brad Widdup | 52kg | $201.00 |
| 9th | 4 | The Big Blue | 8 | Zac Lloyd | Tom Charlton | 59kg | $2.70 |
| 10th | 1 | Flats | 11 | Robyn Freeman | Ms W Haynes | 59kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Lots To Love | 10 | Mollie Fitzgerald | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | La Morra | 12 | Chad Schofield | John Thompson | 55.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Lupa Capitolina | 13 | Sam Clipperton | Joseph Pride | 55.5kg |
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