Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Western Australia · Monday 1 June 2026
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Northam. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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The most reliable maiden with proven form at this exact track and distance. Finished second here three weeks ago in similar conditions and maps to settle handy from barrier 4. The Norton bit removal suggests connections are trying to help him break through for his first win.
The class dropper with proven Northam form over similar distance.
From barrier 1 she can lead or sit handy, and the significant class drop from Open company gives her a real chance to break her maiden status.
The value play with improving form and a recent second placing.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Sister Mary | 1 | Lisa Staples | P H Jordan | 56kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Mr Frodo | 3 | Natasha Faithfull | G P Jones | 58kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 6 | Miss Graphene | 5 | Shaun O'Donnell | Ray Miller | 56kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 1 | Macho Arquero | 4 | Holly Watson | Phillipa Elliott | 58kg | $3.60 |
| 5th | 2 | Crombie | 7 | Natika Riordan | J D Jachmann | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Willyabrup | 2 | Rocky Cheung | J J Miller | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Ovathebar | 6 | Jessica Valas | Myra Ives | 58kg | $20.00 |
First-up record suggests he can perform fresh.
Harvey's Wish represents the classic first-starter with strong trial form and quality connections. The recent trial win demonstrates current ability, while the Hill/Parnham combination provides confidence. Despite limited public form, the trial performance and class drop suggest significant potential.
The soft track conditions suit her profile perfectly.
Salve Regina offers value through the significant class drop from Open company. Her second-up record and inside barrier provide tactical advantages, while the light weight helps. Despite poor recent jockey form, the class drop and positioning advantages make her worth a value play.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Tiger Tank | 9 | Laqdar Ramoly | N D Parnham | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 4 | Salve Regina | 1 | Natika Riordan | Fenella Martin | 53kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Fennec Storm | 5 | Austin Galati | Robert Gulberti | 57kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Bricini | 4 | Chloe Azzopardi | Coreen Maynard | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Harvey's Wish | 8 | Brad Parnham | Ryan Hill | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Moon Jewel | 2 | Jefferson Tsang | Petra Kobzova | 52kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Pluck Ya Wallet | 6 | Ms K Farrell | 55kg | $81.00 | |
| 8th | 6 | Mahler's Melody | 7 | Natasha Faithfull | Mack Hall | 55kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Wembley Stadium | 3 | Joey Azzopardi | Ryan Hill | 57kg |
The class drop to provincial maiden level suits, and being second up from spell aligns with positive patterns. Despite the wide barrier, her forward racing style should secure a handy position.
However, the wide barrier and extended spell present challenges that must be overcome.
Being second up provides fitness edge, and the recent fourth placing indicates she's ready to break through.
The gear change removing blinkers could unlock improvement, and she has course and distance experience. However, the extremely long spell and limited race experience make this a speculative play requiring significant improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Ungoverned | 3 | Jefferson Tsang | B P Fitzgerald | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Dromore Castle | 2 | Jarrad Noske | B P Graham | 58kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | On Cue | 1 | Jessica Valas | R C McPherson | 58kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 8 | White Hot | 7 | Clint Johnston-Porter | D & B Pearce | 56kg | $3.10 |
| 5th | 6 | Maurice's Princess | 9 | Brad Parnham | Ryan Hill | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 6th | 10 | Moving Pictures | 8 | Sharni Webster | G F Webster | 53kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 2 | El Alamein | 10 | Cassey Martinan | P H Jordan | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Wyangle Ruby | 6 | Lisa Staples | Troy Greenwood | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Token King | 5 | Taj Dyson | Mack Hall | 58kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Cawarra | 4 | Chris Parnham | N D Parnham | 56kg |
Pike's booking on a lightly-raced filly with debut promise is the key angle. The inside barrier suits Northam's bias, and the trainer/jockey combination has strong statistics.
The class drop to maiden level and first-time tongue tie are positives, but the wide draw is concerning at a track that favours inside runners.
However, the long break and lack of soft track form are concerns. The trainer/jockey combination has reasonable statistics, making this a speculative chance.
The significant class drop from Class 1 to maiden level, combined with Parnham's booking and gear removal, suggests connections expect improvement.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Elegant Ruler | 7 | Joey Azzopardi | Ms D Riordan | 56kg | $12.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Rare Honor | 6 | Lisa Staples | Bill Spencer | 58kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Olaf The Snowman | 5 | Steven Parnham | C & M Gangemi | 58kg | $3.40 |
| 4th | 8 | Bookends | 1 | William Pike | G & A Williams | 56kg | $2.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Yandy Blue | 10 | Jason Brown | J P Taylor | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 5 | Raylana | 2 | Natika Riordan | N D Parnham | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Maxine's Wish | 4 | Sasha Starley | B P Graham | 56kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Corso Venezia | 8 | Holly Watson | Ryan Hill | 56kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Wego One Wego All | 9 | Jessica Valas | Casey Rose | 56kg | $151.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Lady Enfield | 3 | Patrick Carbery | Mitchell Pateman | 56kg |
The 140-day break is a concern for fitness, but the good barrier draw and trainer confidence suggest he's been prepared for this assignment.
The significant class drop and strong trainer/jockey combination provide confidence.
I'm All The Funk offers value based on her perfect soft track record and recent form improvement. Jockey McNaught's current form adds confidence.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Mind Field | 6 | Brad Parnham | Ryan Hill | 58kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 9 | I'm All The Funk | 3 | Jade Mc Naught | J D Jachmann | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 10 | Bangalong | 7 | Laqdar Ramoly | N D Parnham | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Forever Elite | 2 | Patrick Carbery | B A Miller | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Funky Boy | 1 | Austin Galati | N D Dellar | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Watto's Warrior | 10 | Troy Turner | A D Mathews | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 6 | Premium Boy | 4 | Joey Azzopardi | T Triscari | 58kg | $4.60 |
| 8th | 7 | Black Irish | 8 | Jessica Valas | B P Graham | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Angels Point | 9 | Natika Riordan | B Monteleone | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Elegant Liaison | 5 | Natasha Faithfull | A W Maley | 58kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Great Reception | 11 | Lucy F Fiore | A G Durrant | 58kg |
Despite soft track inexperience and wide draw, the recent form breakthrough and proven distance ability make this the most likely winner based on current trajectory.
The good barrier draw should secure ideal positioning for the Northam track bias, though soft track inexperience remains a concern for the consistent performer.
Reliable Image offers the best soft track credentials in the field with proven ability at this track and distance.
Who Told Kayla showed marked improvement last start with a third placing over this distance.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Special Counsel | 8 | Chanel Cooper | G & A Williams | 58kg | $2.30 |
| 2nd | 5 | Take A Leaf | 7 | Joey Azzopardi | T M Wolfe | 56.5kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 2 | Hanselle | 6 | Brandon Louis | A D Mathews | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Quagmire | 3 | Rocky Cheung | J D Jachmann | 51kg | $91.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Reliable Image | 2 | Lucy F Fiore | P J Fernie | 54.5kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Who Told Kayla | 1 | Jefferson Tsang | Ms K Farrell | 51kg | $6.50 |
| 7th | 4 | Dominant Force | 4 | Steven Parnham | N D Parnham | 57.5kg | $5.00 |
| 8th | 3 | King's Boy | 5 | Troy Turner | Ray Miller | 59kg | $41.00 |
Last start winner stepping up in class with champion jockey Pike aboard. Won impressively on soft track last time and has strong soft track credentials (1 win, 1 place from 2 starts). The Pike/Williams combination is proven (20% strike rate) and the booking signals stable confidence despite the class rise.
Won well at this distance last time and has shown strong recent form.
Unbeaten mare with exceptional record stepping up in class. Perfect strike rate and 100% place rate demonstrates quality, while strong jockey/horse combination (50% strike rate) adds confidence. Second up record suggests she can perform fresh despite 29-day break.
Recent wins show he's peaking at the right time, and strong soft track record suits conditions.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Correct Choice | 7 | Chris Parnham | Michael Grantham | 58kg | $6.50 |
| 2nd | 13 | Astro World | 16 | William Pike | G & A Williams | 54.5kg | $2.40 |
| 3rd | 7 | Simply Thinkin' | 15 | Austin Galati | A G Durrant | 58.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 11 | Sixinch Heels | 8 | Chloe Azzopardi | Simon Miller | 58kg | $19.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Major Mario | 6 | Holly Watson | Ms S Bakranich | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 5 | First Encounter | 4 | Cassey Martinan | Michael Grantham | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 7th | 12 | More Than Enuff | 2 | Brad Parnham | S J Miller | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Hard Solo | 1 | Natasha Faithfull | A W Maley | 54kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Prophet And Power | 14 | Chanel Cooper | J P Taylor | 58.5kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Battle Commander | 3 | Steven Parnham | P H Jordan | 61.5kg | $19.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Dont Wait For Luck | 12 | Lucy F Fiore | P J Fernie | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 12th | 3 | Noble Connection | 10 | Natika Riordan | D & B Pearce | 58.5kg | $41.00 |
| 13th | 2 | Iowa | 5 | Brandon Louis | Ryan Hill | 61kg | $201.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Auto Cruise | 11 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Holly Taylor | 58kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Pony Up | 17 | Lisa Staples | P H Jordan | 54.5kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Pray Again | 9 | J D Jachmann | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | Tiff's Lad | 13 | Mitchell Pateman | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Stylax | 18 | S P Proudfoot | 54kg |
Corner Off presents as the most reliable winning chance with proven soft track ability and strong recent form. The mare's forward settling style suits Northam's on-speed bias perfectly.
His track knowledge and second-up pattern provide confidence, though the class rise and conditions present challenges.
She's Capitana benefits from elite connections and proven Northam ability. Pike's booking suggests stable confidence despite recent form concerns. The barrier draw and distance suitability provide a solid foundation for improvement.
Sesh offers value based on recent winning form and soft track experience. His York win demonstrates current ability.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Sesh | 3 | Troy Turner | Rhys Radford | 55kg | $9.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | She's Capitana | 5 | William Pike | A G Durrant | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Corner Off | 6 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Robert Gulberti | 58.5kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Art Session | 8 | Brad Parnham | D & B Pearce | 59.5kg | $3.20 |
| 5th | 1 | Capitola | 9 | Chris Parnham | Luke Fernie | 60kg | $12.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Blue Can Talk | 2 | Lucy F Fiore | N D Dellar | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 7th | 3 | In Situ | 4 | Austin Galati | Bonnie Stokes | 59kg | $3.90 |
| Scr | 5 | King's Drama | 7 | Steven Parnham | C & M Gangemi | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 9 | War Tactics | 1 | Natasha Faithfull | Mollie Clark | 54kg |
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