Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Western Australia · Thursday 11 June 2026
Our top pick won 0 of 7 races at Bunbury. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Second up from spell typically brings improvement, and the inside barrier (3) suits the Bunbury track bias. Despite no soft track experience, the form and map positioning make this the most reliable selection.
Elegant Rock commands respect purely on connections. William Pike's booking (25% recent strike rate) combined with Michael Grantham's solid record suggests significant stable confidence.
Ash Warrior represents another debut runner with strong connections. The Chris Parnham/M L Lane combination boasts an impressive 22% strike rate, and Parnham's recent form is excellent.
The Prancing Pony offers significant value despite the poor finishing position last start.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Merivale Louvain | 2 | Joey Azzopardi | R W Price | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | Beyond A Doubt | 3 | Lucy F Fiore | Michelle Hagley | 57kg | $2.15 |
| 3rd | 2 | Sign Of The Times | 8 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Lunar Spark | 9 | Paul Harvey | Embroja Lee Altieri | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 4 | The Prancing Pony | 5 | Jason Whiting | Rebecca Bayliss | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Elegant Rock | 6 | William Pike | Michael Grantham | 55kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 5 | Ash Warrior | 7 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 8th | 9 | Never A Chore | 1 | Alex Hearn | T M Wolfe | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 9th | 6 | Dirty Bosses | 4 | Jordan Turner | Colin Webster Jnr | 55kg | $41.00 |
Pike's 25% recent strike rate and 15% combination with trainer Grantham suggests stable confidence. The inside barrier (2) is ideal for a debut runner on a track that favours handy positions.
The rail barrier suits his likely forward position, and his first-up record (1:0-1-0) is encouraging. However, the long spell and lack of soft track experience are concerns.
Spartan Lass brings solid recent form with a second placing at Belmont and suits the track with her leader run style. Holly Nottle is riding in excellent form (25% recent) and combines well with trainer Weinert. The wide barrier is a concern, but her early speed should overcome this on a track that favours handy runners.
The good barrier draw (5) and gear changes suggest serious preparation.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Dance On Son | 1 | Lucy F Fiore | D T McAuliffe | 57kg | $2.05 |
| 2nd | 9 | American Image | 2 | William Pike | Michael Grantham | 55kg | $3.70 |
| 3rd | 5 | Spartan Lass | 10 | Holly Nottle | Indianna Weinert | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Universal Duke | 7 | Jason Whiting | G C Ballantyne | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Lemmor Filou | 5 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 55kg | $6.50 |
| 6th | 7 | Ziolite | 4 | Natika Riordan | Takahide Ikenushi | 53kg | $51.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Madam Ouqba | 3 | Alex Hearn | K J Reeves | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Bambino Chino | 6 | Sharni Webster | Rhys Radford | 52kg | $7.50 |
| 9th | 2 | Wembley Stadium | 8 | Joey Azzopardi | Ryan Hill | 57kg | $31.00 |
| Scr | 6 | Maureen's Angel | 9 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Kirryn Scallan | 55kg |
Despite the wide barrier, Who's Talking offers the best winning chance. Two placings from three Bunbury starts and consistent form make this the most reliable selection despite the challenging draw.
Lord Momo presents strong each-way value with a recent second placing and midfield settling pattern that suits Bunbury's bias. The trainer/jockey combination is effective, and the addition of visors first time could provide the edge needed. The inside barrier is a significant advantage.
The on-pace settling pattern is ideal for Bunbury's bias, and Victoria Corver is in excellent form.
Bob The Baker represents excellent value as a second-up runner with a strong trainer/jockey combination.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Bob The Baker | 7 | Holly Nottle | D T McAuliffe | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Lord Momo | 2 | Lucy F Fiore | Brandon Fiore | 58kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 2 | Sea Of Galilee | 3 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | S J Wolfe | 58kg | $17.00 |
| 4th | 11 | The Lithgow Flash | 11 | Patrick Carbery | Mitchell Pateman | 56kg | $13.00 |
| 5th | 7 | My Monster | 13 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Cooper Casey | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Foxy Rascal | 6 | Paul Harvey | B P Graham | 58kg | $4.20 |
| 7th | 8 | Chantintune | 4 | Austin Galati | Robert Gulberti | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Skyhigh Journey | 8 | Jordan Turner | Colin Webster Jnr | 58kg | $8.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Rare Rock | 9 | Brad Parnham | D & B Pearce | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 4 | Going Hard | 5 | Jessica Valas | M H Miller | 58kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Who's Talking | 14 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 58kg | $7.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Valid Point | 12 | Troy Turner | S J Wolfe | 58kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 13 | Corso Venezia | 10 | Victoria Corver | Ryan Hill | 56kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Thomas Henry | 1 | Jarrad Noske | R W Price | 58kg |
Second up from spell with natural improvement expected, and Brad Parnham's booking adds confidence. The wide barrier is manageable given her early speed.
Has soft track experience with a placing, and recent trial form suggests readiness. The wide barrier is the main concern but her natural pace should overcome it.
The trainer/jockey combination has a solid 14% strike rate, and the recent close trial suggests ability. Debut runners can surprise in maidens when well-prepared.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Common Touch | 9 | Lucy F Fiore | R W Price | 58kg | $1.65 |
| 2nd | 2 | Peanut Butter | 5 | Jarrad Noske | Brandon Fiore | 58kg | $12.00 |
| 3rd | 14 | Sapphire Dawn | 15 | Holly Nottle | Summer Dickson | 56kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Queen's First | 7 | Victoria Corver | David Philp | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Shimari | 14 | Jordan Turner | Colin Webster Jnr | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Ludington | 8 | Chanel Cooper | Ms S Naylor | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 7th | 11 | Summerchino | 2 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | K J Reeves | 56kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 3 | Cedarhurst | 4 | Jefferson Tsang | Ms S Naylor | 55kg | $11.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Nice Sort | 11 | Brad Parnham | Ryan Hill | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 10th | 5 | The Beaugon Tap | 1 | Chloe Azzopardi | Greg Beauglehole | 58kg | $201.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Tiny Champion | 13 | Sharni Webster | T M Wolfe | 53kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Ladies Best | 12 | Jessica Valas | S W Barrass | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 13th | 4 | Scarlet's Legacy | 10 | Paul Harvey | D R Harrison | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 14th | 12 | Once Bitten | 3 | Alex Hearn | Charlotte Skerritt | 56kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 15 | Pilbra | 6 | Kym Gill | 58kg |
The consistent midfield settling pattern aligns perfectly with Bunbury's track bias favouring horses positioned in the first half at the 400m mark. Barrier 4 provides tactical advantage, and the Johnston-Porter/Bazeley combination has proven effective.
Vexatious Rose offers strong each-way value despite the challenging backmarker profile.
Kentucky Drive represents solid each-way value with her consistent placing ability and proven soft track credentials. The rail barrier provides a crucial advantage for her midfield settling pattern, allowing her to secure an economical position into the bend. Recent form including a narrow second at York demonstrates current fitness, though the winless record remains a concern for outright victory.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 14 | Enchanted Hour | 15 | William Pike | Michael Grantham | 56kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 10 | Vexatious Rose | 7 | Lucy F Fiore | Jeremy Easthope | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Kentucky Drive | 1 | Joey Azzopardi | Jordan Rolfe | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Sin City Boy | 12 | Patrick Carbery | B A Miller | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Suparoo | 6 | Troy Turner | Colin Webster Jnr | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Good Show | 13 | Chloe Azzopardi | Dylan Bairstow | 58kg | $71.00 |
| 7th | 12 | Mystic Chaos | 4 | Clint Johnston-Porter | Misty Bazeley | 56kg | $3.00 |
| 8th | 15 | Wheres My Milo | 3 | Holly Nottle | Indianna Weinert | 56kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Luka Magic | 11 | Jarrad Noske | Tiarnna Noske | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Rockin' Robin | 14 | Zephen Johnston-Porter | Jeremy Easthope | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 3 | Twilight God | 9 | Paul Harvey | M M Sheridan | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Lucky Target | 2 | Jefferson Tsang | Ms C Stelmach | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 13th | 1 | Yankee Ace | 5 | Alex Hearn | T M Wolfe | 58kg | $15.00 |
| 14th | 11 | Bellona Girl | 10 | Jason Whiting | S W Barrass | 56kg | $21.00 |
| 15th | 13 | Chloe's World | 8 | Victoria Corver | David Philp | 56kg | $151.00 |
Lightly raced 3yo gelding who broke through for maiden win last start at Pinjarra. Good barrier and proven jockey/trainer combination are positives, though limited experience on soft tracks is a concern.
Consistent front-runner with the tactical advantage of barrier 2 and proven soft track ability. The slow tempo prediction suits her leading style perfectly.
The on-pace run style should suit Bunbury's front-half bias, and recent form suggests he's competitive at this level. Soft track inexperience is the main concern.
Talented filly returning from long spell with proven track and distance form. The Parnham/Lane combination is strong, but the backmarker run style and wide barrier create significant tactical challenges on a track that favours front-runners. Value exists if she can overcome the map.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | So Much Serenity | 2 | Brad Parnham | T M Wolfe | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Autumn Gem | 8 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Classic Ruler | 7 | Jefferson Tsang | Ms C Stelmach | 51kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 1 | Mysterious Fortune | 4 | Cassey Martinan | D R Harrison | 58.5kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Godsend Lady | 1 | Jason Whiting | D R Harrison | 54kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Uxorious | 3 | Brayden Gaerth | J F Miller | 60kg | $1.55 |
| 7th | 8 | Hot Like Chili | 5 | Jessica Valas | G C Ballantyne | 54.5kg | $26.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Lady Kiki | 6 | Lucy F Fiore | Brandon Fiore | 57.5kg | $14.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Crashed And Burned | 3 | S J Wolfe | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | All Laced Up | 4 | Victoria Corver | Ryan Hill | 58kg |
Pike's booking signals strong stable confidence. His midfield settling style perfectly suits the moderate tempo with only one genuine leader. The weight drop and proven Bunbury form make him the most reliable winning chance.
Natural leader who should get uncontested lead with only one genuine leader in race. The gear changes indicate stable confidence despite the class rise.
His outstanding Bunbury record cannot be ignored - 30% strike rate at this track. The rail draw suits his midfield style and recent win confirms current form. Despite soft track concerns, his local knowledge and strong connections make him a genuine threat.
Her recent Ascot win was impressive and the Turner connections have excellent records with the horse. While first up from a long spell, her first up record suggests she can be competitive fresh.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Rodney Oh Rodney | 7 | Giaan O'Donnell | J J Enright | 51kg | $91.00 |
| 2nd | 8 | Salty Miss | 11 | Troy Turner | Tiarnna Noske | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Showlas | 9 | Jarrad Noske | David Catarino | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 15 | Three Grand | 14 | Chanel Cooper | Steven Burton | 52kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Playing Quest | 1 | Chris Parnham | M L Lane | 55.5kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Ma Ma Belle | 2 | Holly Nottle | D T McAuliffe | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 2 | De Grandhomme | 13 | Bailey Webster | A G Durrant | 57kg | $19.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Bonny Rock | 4 | Sharni Webster | Mack Hall | 52kg | $61.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Teabiscuit | 10 | Rocky Cheung | Kirsten Melis | 51kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Lady Coco | 15 | Natika Riordan | Joshua Krispyn | 52kg | $20.00 |
| 11th | 4 | Brave Venture | 8 | Paul Harvey | B P Graham | 57.5kg | $31.00 |
| 12th | 1 | Pond Master | 5 | William Pike | Takahide Ikenushi | 61kg | $3.20 |
| 13th | 3 | Crippalenko | 12 | Shaun Mc Gruddy | Greg Beauglehole | 59kg | $26.00 |
| 14th | 5 | Power Missile | 6 | Joey Azzopardi | Jarrad Humphries | 56.5kg | $101.00 |
| 15th | 7 | Cheryl's Shout | 3 | Brad Parnham | Mack Hall | 56kg | $13.00 |
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