Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Australian Capital Territory · Saturday 30 May 2026
Our top pick won 0 of 5 races at Canberra Acton. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Jacob Joe presents as the standout selection after winning last start at this exact track and distance. The significant class drop from BM74 to BM50, combined with the crucial barrier 1 draw that exploits the strong inside bias, makes him hard to beat.
The class drop and proven ability at this distance level make her a genuine threat, though the lack of synthetic experience and modest track record are concerns.
Pushalot has the best track and synthetic credentials in the field with identical 1-2-0 records.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Into The Fire | 5 | Jessica Brookes | Scott Jamieson | 56.5kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 8 | Jacob Joe | 1 | Rochelle Wedrat-Kroezen | Becky Byrne | 55kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 1 | Ransaigh Star | 2 | Teaghan Martin | S Sampson | 60.5kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Prophet Time | 4 | Jordan Quince | G P Vella | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Golden Warrior | 3 | Billy Owen | A D Bourke | 61.5kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 4 | Pushalot | 10 | Dale Cole | Matthew Kelley | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Sinepia | 8 | Caine Stuart | C V Hardy | 54.5kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Apache Deel | 9 | Mathew Cahill | D J Rolfe | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 9th | 7 | King Lesong | 7 | Sairyn Fawke | G J Rolfe | 57.5kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Russian Ember | 6 | Ms S Jeffries | 61kg |
The mare has shown steady improvement and comes off a close third last start.
The booking of in-form jockey Damon Budler suggests stable confidence, and recent form shows gradual improvement. The class drop could be the key to his first win.
The I Am Invincible filly has speed breeding suited to the distance and carries the minimum weight.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Miss Steffi | 1 | Sairyn Fawke | Danielle Seib | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 5 | Wave Dancer | 9 | Blaike Mc Dougall | C Maher | 56kg | $2.05 |
| 3rd | 2 | Highway Robbery | 2 | Brodie Loy | D A Williams | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Texan Star | 11 | Jordan Quince | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 5th | 1 | Isa Jet | 6 | Brendan Ward | Ross McConville | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Magic Anderson | 8 | Damon Budler | C Karakatsanis | 56kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 12 | Star Of Medici | 5 | Dale Cole | Luke Pepper | 53kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Medieval Mayhem | 3 | Jessica Brookes | G M Brown | 53kg | $18.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Martini Bandit | 10 | Pat Murphy | 55kg | $71.00 | |
| 10th | 9 | Symbol Of State | 7 | Quayde Krogh | J M Cleary | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Reds Express | 11 | N J Osborne | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 8 | Miss Peony | 4 | Ms S Jeffries | 55.5kg |
Bide Your Time presents as the standout selection with a perfect first up record and proven ability at this distance. The barrier 3 draw suits his racing pattern, and despite carrying top weight, his class edge over this field is evident.
London Boy's track and distance record is compelling with a win and third from three attempts here. The consistent recent placings suggest he's in good form, making him a strong each-way proposition despite his modest overall record.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Starinion | 6 | Damon Budler | S Sampson | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 1 | Bide Your Time | 3 | Rochelle Wedrat-Kroezen | Danielle Seib | 60.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Zoucat | 4 | Dale Cole | Matthew Kelley | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Simply Nutbush | 2 | Blaike Mc Dougall | J M Austin | 57.5kg | $2.30 |
| 5th | 2 | Miss Emma | 7 | Teaghan Martin | G G Kirkup | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Miss Scoop | 8 | Jordan Quince | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Bourbon Queen | 10 | Quayde Krogh | T J Wilson | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Spiritual Mystery | 1 | Sairyn Fawke | D J Rolfe | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | London Boy | 5 | Mathew Cahill | D A Williams | 58kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Melodia Perfecta | 9 | Aaron Clarke | 55kg |
Craving Magic brings excellent track credentials and first-up ability to this assignment. The Budler/Potter combination is firing, and his Canberra track record is outstanding. While first-up from a spell, his proven ability fresh and track affinity make him a serious winning threat.
Bide Your Time brings an impressive unbeaten record and first-up winning ability to this contest. While lightly raced and facing a class rise, his perfect strike rate and recent trial work suggest he has the talent to handle this grade. The unknown jockey booking is a concern.
His close second at Parkes and Bathurst win demonstrate current ability, though the wide barrier and jockey uncertainty create risks.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Sutton Vella | 4 | Mathew Cahill | G P Vella | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Love Shuck | 11 | Billy Owen | Todd Smart | 62.5kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Craving Magic | 2 | Damon Budler | Rob Potter | 58kg | $2.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Pleasurize | 6 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Panic | 13 | Matthew Kelley | 57kg | $8.00 | |
| 6th | 6 | Destructive Diva | 12 | Jessica Brookes | N F Gardner | 53kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Helluva Teen | 8 | Dale Cole | N J Osborne | 53kg | $61.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Chasing A Quid | 9 | Sairyn Fawke | G P Vella | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Hellinda | 1 | Rochelle Wedrat-Kroezen | Danielle Seib | 53kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Champions League | 5 | Quayde Krogh | A D Bourke | 55kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 9 | Cyclone Rupert | 10 | Luke Pepper | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Getty | 7 | Richard Bensley | Matthew Kelley | 55kg | |
| Scr | 13 | Bide Your Time | 3 | Danielle Seib | 55kg |
The recent close third at Goulburn demonstrates current form, and the step up to 1750m suits his staying pattern.
Big Time Charlie brings excellent recent form with back-to-back wins, including a last-start victory at BM60 level. His perfect record at 1750m is a major positive, and the inside barrier gives tactical options. The weight rise and jockey change are concerns, but his proven staying ability and current form make him a strong winning chance.
Chebici showed excellent form when a close second last start at Wagga Riverside, and the drop back to BM55 level is a positive. The wide barrier is a concern, but if she can secure a good position, she has the class to be competitive.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Big Time Charlie | 1 | Brodie Loy | Luke Pepper | 60.5kg | $4.20 |
| 2nd | 4 | Region Time | 2 | Quayde Krogh | G P Vella | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Zouwase | 3 | Jordan Quince | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 53kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 9 | Vella Icon | 4 | Mathew Cahill | G P Vella | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Danish Hussar | 9 | Damon Budler | A L McRae | 56.5kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Sure Intentions | 6 | Blaike Mc Dougall | Richard Butler | 60.5kg | $3.40 |
| 7th | 6 | Call Me Artie | 5 | N J Osborne | 57kg | $9.00 | |
| 8th | 1 | Dream Inherit | 7 | Rochelle Wedrat-Kroezen | Becky Byrne | 60kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Chebici | 10 | Richard Bensley | Matthew Kelley | 58.5kg | $9.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Soliciting | 8 | Sairyn Fawke | J M Cleary | 55kg | $20.00 |
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