Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Australian Capital Territory · Friday 24 July 2026
Our top pick won 1 of 7 races at Canberra Acton. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Dantains Prize is racing right at the top of her game with track-specific placings in her last two runs at Canberra Acton, including a narrow defeat last start. Her inside barrier suits the strong track bias toward on-pace runners from barriers 1-6, and the fast pace map should suit a horse that can sit forward. She represents the most reliable and in-form runner in the race.
Geostorm arrives in career-best form with back-to-back placing/winning efforts at this circuit on synthetic, including a win last start. His synthetic record is outstanding and he has course and distance form. The major query is barrier 14 in a track that heavily rewards inside gates, but his proven tactical speed may see him overcome this as he did last start from a wide gate.
The step up to BM50 is a query, but her trajectory and raw speed suggest she is running into her prime. A forward barrier and tactical speed profile suit the demands of this track perfectly.
Second-up and with a positive jockey combination, she is well placed to build on recent efforts.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Spice Alley | 6 | Erin Ellison | Rob Potter | 58kg | $7.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Geostorm | 14 | Brodie Loy | Greg Stephens | 63kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Hell Of A Show | 5 | Glenn Cahill | Ms J Hoy | 60kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 12 | I Iz Brilliant | 2 | Dale Cole | J W Van Duren | 53kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Simone's Choice | 1 | Teaghan Martin | Anthony Craig | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Beau Rock | 11 | Quayde Krogh | G P Vella | 58.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 4 | Onya Lional | 10 | Louise Day | G P Vella | 61.5kg | $20.00 |
| 8th | 13 | Dantains Prize | 4 | Jeff Penza | Doug Gorrel | 58.5kg | $4.40 |
| 9th | 9 | Miss Graysea | 3 | Jean Van Overmeire | Edward Cummings | 57kg | $3.70 |
| 10th | 11 | Dollythediva | 9 | Molly Bourke | Doug Gorrel | 55kg | $26.00 |
| 11th | 8 | Papaver Miner | 13 | Deep Shanker | J W Van Duren | 58kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Vainstream | 8 | Matt Kirk | Todd Smart | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 10 | Dubai Oak | 7 | J Rolfe | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Golden Warrior | 12 | A D Bourke | 59.5kg |
The predicted very fast tempo should suit her strong turn of foot from midfield.
The trainer/jockey combination is proven and reliable.
However, barrier 9 among a very fast pace scenario adds risk to control position at Canberra Acton's tactically demanding circuit.
Forgive Me Father is an unraced debutant but the proxy signals are strong: an elite jockey/trainer combination with a 17% strike rate from a large sample, plus barrier 1 which suits Canberra Acton's forward-position bias perfectly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Terra Lumina | 8 | Jess Taylor | J C Coyle | 59kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 10 | Three Wishes | 6 | Louise Day | J M Austin | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 3rd | 9 | Ho Aloha | 10 | Jean Van Overmeire | David Pfieffer | 57kg | $2.40 |
| 4th | 6 | Wild Romeo | 9 | Brodie Loy | Luke Pepper | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 8 | Gimme A Yes | 12 | Ellen Hennessy | Stephen O'Halloran | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Entirely Oak | 5 | Molly Bourke | Greg Stephens | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Trofeo | 4 | Jeff Penza | D J Rolfe | 59kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Forgive Me Father | 1 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 9th | 1 | Eighteen Months | 3 | Rochelle Wedrat-Kroezen | J Rolfe | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 3 | Kisembo | 2 | Glenn Cahill | K Dryden & L Snowden | 57kg | $61.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Rosary Sister | 11 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Warren | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Destined To Dream | 7 | Teaghan Martin | Anthony Craig | 55.5kg | $151.00 |
Belleistic Bonny's biggest form line is running 2nd in this exact race last start, a big turnaround from modest earlier runs. Second-up, drawn to get a economical run from barrier 4, and with a leading rider slot for Jordan Quince who partnered her last start, she looks the義 genuine each-way threat to the top selection.
The wide barrier is a mild concern given the track bias data, but his tactical speed and professionalism should see him overcome it to remain squarely in the finish.
Everything about her recent trajectory points to being the one to beat in this maiden.
The Van Overmeire/Pepper combination is in career-best form, and a workable barrier should allow her to be positioned to threaten in a race lacking clear speed.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Skibidi | 10 | Brodie Loy | G P Vella | 59kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 5 | Legsliketwiggy | 6 | Adam Farragher | Robert Quinn | 56.5kg | $51.00 |
| 3rd | 14 | C'mon Wicksy | 3 | Rob Potter | 55.5kg | $8.50 | |
| 4th | 4 | Belleistic Bonny | 4 | Jordan Quince | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 54.5kg | $6.50 |
| 5th | 7 | Flying Betty | 7 | Teaghan Martin | Anthony Craig | 54kg | $61.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Aquilino | 2 | Robyn Freeman | P J Facoory | 55.5kg | $4.60 |
| 7th | 13 | Steffiewah | 8 | Jeff Penza | D J Rolfe | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Justwatchher | 1 | Louise Day | Todd Smart | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Little Bobbyloulou | 13 | Dale Cole | Luke Clarke | 53.5kg | $101.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Monnie | 5 | Jean Van Overmeire | Luke Pepper | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 11th | 2 | Shoot The Rapids | 11 | Jess Taylor | Michael Gatty | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Jenni Moo Moo | 9 | Shaun Guymer | Natalie Jarvis | 57.5kg | |
| Scr | 11 | Nikita Zou | 14 | Luke Pepper | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Texan Star | 12 | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 55.5kg |
Must Be Sain owns the best direct course-distance-surface form in the race, placing third here last start on this same synthetic track.
Very Sirius has shown professional, consistent form with a 1-1-2 record from just 5 starts, including a placing at this same track and surface last time in work. First-up query is present, but the map and residual fitness make her a leading contender in this moderately open contest.
Into The Fire is a grizzled course specialist with a win and multiple placings at Canberra Acton on this same synthetic surface, drawing conveniently in barrier 4.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Must Be Sain | 2 | Natalie Jarvis | 57.5kg | $1.95 | |
| 2nd | 13 | Into The Fire | 4 | Scott Jamieson | 55kg | $16.00 | |
| 3rd | 12 | Jukebox Flyer | 13 | Jessica Brookes | K Dryden & L Snowden | 53kg | $19.00 |
| 4th | 10 | Flashback Time | 8 | Teaghan Martin | G P Vella | 53.5kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 15 | Vainstream | 7 | Todd Smart | 56.5kg | $26.00 | |
| 6th | 9 | Very Sirius | 9 | Robyn Freeman | David Pfieffer | 57.5kg | $6.00 |
| 7th | 5 | Deekaygeebee | 3 | Dale Cole | Nell Foley | 57.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Abstruse | 14 | Shaun Guymer | Natalie Jarvis | 59.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Magna Mak | 5 | Glenn Cahill | W G Carroll | 59kg | $17.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Insane Volt | 6 | Rochelle Wedrat-Kroezen | J Rolfe | 53kg | $151.00 |
| 11th | 1 | Sparklenglitter | 11 | Matt Kirk | Pat Murphy | 58kg | $10.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Bosco | 15 | Rob Potter | 60kg | ||
| Scr | 6 | Catchy Tunes | 1 | Jess Taylor | G McFarlane | 58.5kg | |
| Scr | 7 | Sir Lunchalots | 12 | Coriah Keatings | Anthony Warren | 58kg | |
| Scr | 14 | Getty | 10 | Matthew Kelley | 61kg |
London Boy is the model of reliability at Canberra Acton over this trip, with a strong track/distance record and a string of placings including a photo-finish 3rd last start in this same grade. While barrier 9 is not ideal per the track bias, his tactical experience and proven suitability make him a leading each-way threat with clear win claims.
Barrier 2 assists his forward tactical needs at a track that rewards being in range at the 400m. Lack of synthetic and course/distance form is a mild concern, but the class edge is compelling.
Olivia Mia presents the strongest and most reliable current form of any runner in the race, with a narrow last-start defeat at this same track, distance and surface, plus a previous win here. Barrier 3 suits the track's preference for forward, tactical runners.
Prinzerro drops significantly in grade from tougher Sydney provincial company, with first-time blinkers suggesting a genuine tactical improvement is being targeted by a powerful stable (Ciaron Maher).
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Give Me Joy | 10 | Jessica Brookes | K Dryden & L Snowden | 53kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 8 | London Boy | 8 | Dale Cole | D A Williams | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Famoso | 2 | Jeff Penza | Rob Potter | 59kg | $2.70 |
| 4th | 6 | Prinzerro | 5 | Louise Day | C Maher | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 5th | 10 | Royaltown | 1 | Jean Van Overmeire | Luke Pepper | 55.5kg | $4.20 |
| 6th | 2 | Golden Warrior | 9 | Glenn Cahill | A D Bourke | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Lost Ya Sock | 7 | Molly Bourke | Doug Gorrel | 57kg | $101.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Platinum Ridge | 6 | Brodie Loy | Luke Pepper | 59kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 4 | Karuta King | 4 | Adrian Layt | Ms L Bundy | 59kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Hell Of A Show | 8 | Ms J Hoy | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Dantains Prize | 10 | Doug Gorrel | 57kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Olivia Mia | 3 | Ellen Hennessy | Fabio Martino | 55kg |
Craving Magic presents the most complete profile - proven at this exact track and distance on synthetic, drawn to use the favoured inside barriers, and mapped among the forward group which suits Canberra Acton's tactical circuit. Recent form has been competitive with minimal margins, and connections are in career-best touch. A close finish last start at this exact 1280m trip strengthens the case.
The map suggests he can sit forward and be competitive again, and the jockey is in career-best form. A solid each-way threat rather than the most likely winner.
However the wide barrier draw (13) is a genuine concern given the strong inside-barrier bias at Canberra Acton.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 13 | Brooklyn Lights | 1 | Robyn Freeman | Anthony Warren | 55kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Atmospheric Rock | 10 | Dale Cole | D A Williams | 53kg | $4.40 |
| 3rd | 9 | Oneforian | 3 | Coriah Keatings | N J Olive | 55kg | $4.60 |
| 4th | 4 | Mighty Myrtle | 7 | Jessica Brookes | K Dryden & L Snowden | 53.5kg | $9.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Craving Magic | 5 | Jeff Penza | Rob Potter | 59kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 11 | Stupendo | 2 | Jess Taylor | Matthew Kelley | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Tavolo | 4 | Louise Day | Rob Potter | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 5 | San Marino | 8 | Molly Bourke | Becky Byrne | 55.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 1 | Good Prize | 12 | Quayde Krogh | G P Vella | 60kg | $41.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Sacred Mistress | 6 | Jean Van Overmeire | Luke Pepper | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 12 | Getty | 9 | Emma Ly | Matthew Kelley | 53kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Hellinda | 11 | Shaun Guymer | Danielle Seib | 55kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Neeson | 13 | Danielle Seib | 55kg |
Olivia Mia has been outstanding at Canberra Acton with a 1-1-1 record from 3 starts there, but this run represents her first attempt beyond 1400m and a material class rise.
Remadosi brings the clearest distance-specific track form in the field, having placed second at Canberra Acton over this exact 1750m trip last campaign.
Sunburnt Country has the strongest recent form reference at this specific track and distance, winning twice and placing once from his last three starts at Canberra Acton over 1750m on synthetic. This course-distance specialisation, combined with a sound recent trend and suitable map, makes him the most reliable selection based on the track's own winner profile emphasis on distance and track familiarity.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Tillman | 4 | Louise Day | Greg Stephens | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 2nd | 6 | Flashy Icon | 6 | Jeff Penza | Rob Potter | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Remadosi | 2 | Quayde Krogh | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 60kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 14 | Olivia Mia | 5 | Fabio Martino | 56.5kg | $1.85 | |
| 5th | 10 | Peruno | 3 | Jess Taylor | Michael Gatty | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Hardazhell | 12 | Molly Bourke | Ms J Hoy | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Sunsource | 1 | Adam Farragher | Robert Quinn | 64.5kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Jalmari | 13 | Coriah Keatings | G Backhouse | 55kg | $51.00 |
| 9th | 5 | Webejamin | 11 | Ellen Hennessy | Stephen O'Halloran | 58kg | $9.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Rita's Pearl | 10 | Robyn Freeman | P & M Cave | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 13 | Call Me Artie | 9 | Adrian Layt | N J Osborne | 55kg | $101.00 |
| 12th | 7 | Ever Was | 7 | Deanne Panya | J A Steinmetz | 55kg | $41.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Bombelleistic | 11 | B Joseph & P & M Jones | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Sunburnt Country | 8 | Shaun Guymer | Natalie Jarvis | 58.5kg |
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