Punt like a Pro, without the know!
Queensland · Saturday 25 July 2026
Our top pick won 1 of 6 races at Bundaberg. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Yonaka maps perfectly as likely leader from the inside alley on a track that heavily favours early speed and rail runners. Moderate tempo and sand surface amplify his on-pace edge over higher-profile rivals drawn wider.
Still the clear second-best chance if he controls or sits handy in the moderate tempo.
Raygun Express ran well first-up for a clear 2nd and now second-up with a hot jockey. Wide gate is a negative on this on-pace track but her recent form and fitness edge make her the best of the rest. Suited to place in a race where leaders dominate yet she can improve further.
Canbecostly finally showed something with a 4th last start and maps well from barrier 3 in a race that rewards forward runners.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Raygun Express | 7 | Sophie Wilcock | Kym Afford | 57kg | $3.10 |
| 2nd | 4 | The Solicitor | 5 | Stephanie Tierney | Damien Rideout | 57kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 2 | Canbecostly | 3 | Chris Meehan | T B Thomas | 59.5kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Braidwood Rose | 6 | Shakira Bailey | Malcolm Bailey | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 5th | 3 | Yonaka | 1 | Kayla Johnston | Laura Anderson | 57.5kg | $2.70 |
| 6th | 6 | Little Miss Boom | 2 | Minonette Kennedy | Kay O''Neill | 57kg | $26.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Bugbear | 4 | Kelly Gates | T B Thomas | 59.5kg |
Progressive profile, class drop and on-pace role suit the tight Bundaberg circuit despite a fast tempo.
Rocky Blonde maps perfectly from barrier 1 with the lightest weight and a likely lead role that historically thrives at Bundaberg. Recent form is solid enough at this level and the map gives her every chance to control.
Positive jockey booking and class relief make her the main danger. Map is workable if she can cross early on the sand.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Triple Spirit | 5 | Matthew Powell | Ms L Petersen | 59kg | $1.60 |
| 2nd | 5 | Rocky Blonde | 1 | Stephanie Tierney | Kym Afford | 55.5kg | $7.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Skellig Rock | 7 | Adam Spinks | L D Wanless | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Kettlebell | 2 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 56kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 1 | Capiana | 3 | Chris Meehan | T B Thomas | 61kg | $6.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Fully Subscribed | 6 | Emma Simsir | R T Hay | 56kg | |
| Scr | 4 | Eagles Beware | 4 | Kelly Gates | T B Thomas | 58kg |
Desiah stands out on pure form via her dominant recent Bundaberg 1212m victory and ideal map from barrier 2. Class drop and sharp fitness edge the younger rival. Slow tempo and leader bias further aid her on-pace profile.
Class relief and weight advantage keep her a major threat. Slight fitness query after 36-day break and projected midfield settle under slow tempo temper win confidence versus the local specialist.
Paper Cowboy maps as the clear leader in a slow-tempo race on a leader-biased Bundaberg circuit. That tactical edge plus light weight gives him each-way claims despite the class rise and modest distance record. Worth including for the map advantage in a small field.
Mamaragan offers value via the sharp class drop from Open grade and residual ability shown by substantial prize earnings.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Paper Cowboy | 4 | Matthew Powell | T B Thomas | 55kg | $8.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Mamaragan | 3 | Stephanie Tierney | Kym Afford | 60kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 5 | Darling Clementine | 1 | Kayla Johnston | D W Gardiner | 55kg | $2.35 |
| 4th | 2 | Desiah | 2 | Chris Meehan | T B Thomas | 62.5kg | $3.30 |
| Scr | 1 | I See You Coming | 6 | T B Thomas | 65kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Sea Commits | 1 | Kym Afford | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 7 | Paballo | 3 | T B Thomas | 55kg |
Best balanced form profile in a volatile BM55. Distance specialist with on-pace pattern ideal for Bundaberg's leader bias and predicted slow tempo. Recent runs show consistency at this level with light weight. Clear map advantage over closers makes her the most reliable winning chance on pure form.
Map and track specialist credentials stand out. Barrier 1 plus prior T/D win and blinkers again give him every chance to settle handy in slow tempo. Solid each-way threat if he utilises the rail as Bundaberg typically rewards.
Still a clear top-3 chance given track win and youth, but form depth is thin versus more seasoned rivals. Include for place solidity.
Clear overlay. Drops sharply in grade after honest 3rd in BM65 and boasts strong Bundaberg form. Fitness edge with 7-day backup. Genuine each-way value against thinner form lines.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 9 | Paballo | 7 | Chris Meehan | T B Thomas | 56.5kg | $4.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | The Fruitologist | 5 | Stephanie Tierney | D W Gardiner | 56kg | $4.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Duke Of Lancaster | 1 | Emma Simsir | Alan Robinson | 56.5kg | $5.50 |
| 4th | 3 | Chico Casino | 4 | Kelly Gates | Rob Davidson | 60.5kg | $6.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Blame The Bubbles | 6 | Kayla Johnston | Darcy Short | 56kg | $4.80 |
| 6th | 2 | Von Bee | 2 | Sophie Wilcock | Kym Afford | 61kg | $12.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Braidwood Queen | 3 | Shakira Bailey | Malcolm Bailey | 55kg | $12.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Rapid Dude | 5 | T B Thomas | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 4 | Paper Cowboy | 5 | T B Thomas | 60kg |
Aces Up maps perfectly as a likely leader in a slow-tempo 1380m on the tight Bundaberg circuit. Last-start Open win over Villaden with a light weight is the strongest recent form line. Track bias and compressed weights favour him holding the rail. Clear top chance on pure form and suitability.
Heat is the ultimate Bundaberg specialist with five wins and a perfect recent T/D strike rate. Consistent Open form and light weight keep him in the finish despite the wide gate. Local knowledge and proven ability to win here make him the main danger if he can find a rails run.
Villaden ran Aces Up to a neck in the key Gayndah Open form line and holds strong distance credentials. On-pace map and proven class keep him competitive. Top weight is a mild negative but he has carried heavier successfully. Reliable each-way chance behind the top two.
Rapid Dude offers clear value with three wins at the track and distance plus strong recent form. Barrier 2 and on-pace pattern suit the slow tempo and Bundaberg bias perfectly.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Villaden | 6 | Emma Simsir | R T Hay | 56.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 7 | Heat | 10 | Kayla Johnston | D W Gardiner | 53kg | $6.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Aces Up | 5 | Stephanie Tierney | Kym Afford | 53.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 14 | Rapid Dude | 2 | Kelly Gates | T B Thomas | 55kg | $14.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Frosty Bear | 1 | Shakira Bailey | G J Clem | 53kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 10 | Moissanite | 8 | Adam Spinks | G J Clem | 55kg | $3.60 |
| 7th | 9 | Sea Commits | 3 | Sophie Wilcock | Kym Afford | 55kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 12 | Boom Boom Bella | 7 | Matthew Powell | Ms L Petersen | 55kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Full Strength | 4 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 55kg | $21.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Liberty Steps | 11 | A & D Simpson | 62.5kg | ||
| Scr | 3 | I See You Coming | 9 | Chris Meehan | T B Thomas | 56kg | |
| Scr | 5 | Desiah | 3 | Chris Meehan | T B Thomas | 55kg | |
| Scr | 8 | Mamaragan | 1 | Kym Afford | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Kickatinalong | 12 | Jason Hancock | 55kg |
Kickatinalong maps ideally from barrier 1 as a likely leader on Bundaberg's tight circuit that heavily favours on-pace runners. Slow tempo allows control. Clear top chance on map, speed and class edge over last-start winners drawn wider.
Galactic Legend arrives in peak fitness after a narrow BM55 win and drops perfectly into this grade. Reliable jockey combination and consistent pattern make him the clearest threat. Barrier is workable in a slow-tempo race where midfield can improve. Strong each-way claims behind the map leader.
Harley Charlie is the only runner with proven form at Bundaberg over 1380m (close 2nd). Sharp class drop from Class 3 and a workable barrier give him strong claims if he settles handy in the slow tempo. Recent higher-grade failures are forgiven given the grade relief and track suitability.
Last-start 4th in stronger company and prior close 2nd here signal readiness.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Galactic Legend | 6 | Kayla Johnston | J L Johnston | 58.5kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Nitrogen | 4 | Emma Simsir | R T Hay | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 4 | Mekanic | 9 | Sophie Wilcock | Kym Afford | 60kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 5 | Harley Charlie | 5 | Chris Meehan | T B Thomas | 59kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 8 | Daunting Instinct | 7 | Shakira Bailey | Malcolm Bailey | 55.5kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Kickatinalong | 1 | Stephanie Tierney | Jason Hancock | 61kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Hell Of A Prince | 2 | Kelly Gates | Rob Davidson | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 6 | Energia | 3 | Minonette Kennedy | Belinda Mair | 58.5kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Pauli | 8 | Adam Spinks | L D Wanless | 56kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 10 | Everyready Bunny | 10 | A & D Simpson | 55.5kg |
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