Her narrow second at Narromine last start against similar grade, plus consistent placing record, make her the most likely winner on pure form assessment despite lacking a maiden win.
New South Wales · Saturday 25 July 2026
Coonabarabran tips and results
Our top pick won 0 of 6 races at Coonabarabran. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Watch The Fights At Imperial Hotel Tomorrow! Tsyzu V Spence Jnr Mdn Hcp
Her recent third at Tamworth showed genuine improvement, though her previous Coonabarabran run was well beaten.
Spectacular Star has shown latent ability with a narrow defeat last preparation, but the long spell and unproven first-up capability introduce real risk. Ability is there on best form but the fitness question caps confidence as a genuine winning hope today, more a place threat if fit fresh.
- 1st5Meteor MistJake Pracey-Holmes$2.50
- 2nd4TucklanClayton Gallagher$3.30
- 3rd3Acquisitive ArtGabrielle Johnston$5.00
- 4th7Gunna ReignSerg Lisnyy$41.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Meteor Mist | 4 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Liam Ruddy | 55.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Tucklan | 2 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 56.5kg | $3.30 |
| 3rd | 3 | Acquisitive Art | 1 | Gabrielle Johnston | John Collison | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 7 | Gunna Reign | 8 | Serg Lisnyy | D Wagstaff | 55kg | $41.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Spectacular Star | 5 | Zoe Hunt | Brett Thompson | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Law In Lincoln | 6 | Kody Nestor | Derek Piper | 59kg | $14.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Rubilicious | 7 | Leanne Boyd | Troy O'Neile | 53kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Classified Mission | 3 | Nick Palmer | Stuart Canham | 53kg | $51.00 |
Kookas Are Finals Bound Up The Kookas Plate (C1)
Jupiter Hills arrives with a major class drop from Sydney/Brisbane provincial grades (Bench 64-66) into a Country Class 1, having been competitive against much deeper opposition. Barrier 4 suits the forward, tight-track bias at Coonabarabran, and its underlying form is stronger than bare finishing positions suggest.
Himeros has course form to fall back on, finishing 2nd at Coonabarabran/1600m last start under tougher heavy conditions. It races consistently at a high level relative to grade, including strong placings in Open company, and its record on Good ground (3 wins, 6 places from 32) supports today's surface. Barrier 8 is a mild negative on this tight track, but proven adaptability and current form make it a leading threat.
The inside barrier plays into the track's positional bias, and it should get the ideal forward run. A month-plus break and moderate recent form are the main question marks, but the underlying speed and suitability make it a genuine each-way threat.
Flee With Me is racing in career-best form, winning last start and placing consistently through her prep.
- 1st4InarticulateJake Pracey-Holmes$6.00
- 2nd7Jupiter HillsNick Palmer$2.20
- 3rd3HimerosJasmine Urquhart-Warren$7.00
- 4th6Flee With MeGabrielle Johnston$4.20
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Inarticulate | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Kieren Hazelton | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Jupiter Hills | 4 | Nick Palmer | Liam Ruddy | 55kg | $2.20 |
| 3rd | 3 | Himeros | 8 | Jasmine Urquhart-Warren | Kylie Kennedy | 55kg | $7.00 |
| 4th | 6 | Flee With Me | 5 | Gabrielle Johnston | Ms J Clement | 55kg | $4.20 |
| 5th | 2 | Encyclopedia | 9 | Ken Dunbar | Michael Plummer | 59kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Eaglescliffe | 1 | Jess Del Frari | Troy O'Neile | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 7th | 9 | Kasumi | 6 | Serg Lisnyy | D Wagstaff | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 8th | 8 | Territory Dreamer | 3 | Leanne Boyd | Troy O'Neile | 54.5kg | $61.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Compadre | 2 | Kody Nestor | Ben Lees | 57.5kg |
Unicorns 2026 Premiers Hcp (C3)
Northern Boogie is the standout on rock-solid recent form, having scored last start in this same grade/distance/track combination. Regular racing pattern removes any freshness question, and the jockey has a strong record at this circuit.
Midnight Rabble arrives in career-best form with back-to-back wins and a favourable class drop from Open company.
He rates as a genuine placing chance but lacks the proven recent racing sharpness of the top two selections.
- 1st5Ken'kerSerg Lisnyy$7.00
- 2nd4Midnight RabbleLeanne Boyd$4.60
- 3rd1Northern BoogieJake Pracey-Holmes$4.00
- 4th2Archaic ForceKody Nestor$5.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Ken'ker | 7 | Serg Lisnyy | D Wagstaff | 57kg | $7.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Midnight Rabble | 4 | Leanne Boyd | Joseph Hodgson | 56kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | Northern Boogie | 1 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Philip Duffy | 59kg | $4.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Archaic Force | 2 | Kody Nestor | T S Howlett | 58.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Johnny Boz | 3 | Gabrielle Johnston | Ms J Clement | 53.5kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Smart 'n' Ritzy | 5 | Juliet Partridge | G R Brooker | 51kg | $91.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Here Comes Hogan | 6 | Jess Del Frari | Ms M Harrison | 57kg | $3.20 |
| 8th | 7 | Bold Tee | 8 | Ken Dunbar | Michael Plummer | 55kg | $51.00 |
Its 5 O''Clock Somewhere Keith Beefy Roberts RIP (Bm50)
Bold Tyrant arrives in career-best form, having won last start at Carinda in a similar grade. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 for a track that rewards forward, inside runners, and with a lone-leader slow-tempo scenario expected, he holds a strong tactical edge. Class parity and recency make him the most reliable form-based selection.
Bill Peyto was narrowly beaten at this same track and distance last start and draws the rail again today. His vast experience and strong distance record make him a genuine threat, particularly given the track's on-pace bias. Some concern surrounds his lack of a win this campaign, but placings have been consistent.
Lagoon drops significantly in class today after facing tougher Bench 58 company, and her distance form at 1600m is the strongest form line in the race with two wins. Barrier 3 suits the inside bias. Her last-start effort was underwhelming, but the sharp class relief and proven trip suitability make her a genuine each-way threat.
Jade Division has been placing consistently, including a strong 3rd last start, and the Palmer/Thompson combination has a healthy 25% strike rate.
- 1st5Bill PeytoAnna Weatherlake$5.00
- 2nd1My Angel ShellGabrielle Johnston$5.00
- 3rd8AoifeJake Pracey-Holmes$11.00
- 4th3LagoonJasmine Urquhart-Warren$8.00
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Bill Peyto | 1 | Anna Weatherlake | Ms J Clement | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 2nd | 1 | My Angel Shell | 8 | Gabrielle Johnston | Ms J Clement | 59.5kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 8 | Aoife | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | Julia Presits | 55.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Lagoon | 3 | Jasmine Urquhart-Warren | Kylie Kennedy | 56kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Jade Division | 6 | Nick Palmer | Brett Thompson | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 6th | 4 | Bold Tyrant | 2 | Ken Dunbar | Michael Plummer | 58.5kg | $3.60 |
| 7th | 6 | Avoid Me | 5 | Diego Montes De Oca | Julia Presits | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 9 | Cheeky Nugget | 4 | Clayton Gallagher | Julia Presits | 55kg | $16.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Eaglescliffe | 1 | Troy O'Neile | 57.5kg |
Seeya For Coona Cup October 25th 2026 Mdn Plate
Barrier 5 suits a track that rewards forward, handy runners.
Prince Of Steel presents a unique case with no public form data, triggering a proxy evaluation based on connections. Barrier 11 is a mild concern on this tight track, but the connections' profile warrants रespect as a leading contender.
A workable barrier and consistent recent form make her a solid third pick, capable of running a big race in this maiden company.
- 1st2Justo's RocketJake Pracey-Holmes$4.40
- 2nd12PoisedAnna Weatherlake$3.20
- 3rd13Stormy MaliceKody Nestor$8.50
- 4th1Jukebox EditionJordie Thompson$8.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Justo's Rocket | 13 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | W T Martyn | 59kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 12 | Poised | 5 | Anna Weatherlake | John Bannister | 54kg | $3.20 |
| 3rd | 13 | Stormy Malice | 10 | Kody Nestor | Liam Ruddy | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Jukebox Edition | 1 | Jordie Thompson | K R Hausfeld | 55kg | $8.00 |
| 5th | 5 | Straight South | 8 | Angel Brennan | A M Martyn | 56kg | $41.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Life Statement | 3 | Jasmine Urquhart-Warren | G J Watts | 55kg | $81.00 |
| 7th | 6 | Sunset Drive | 7 | Leanne Boyd | Robert Lane | 57kg | $31.00 |
| 8th | 11 | Krasaki | 6 | Serg Lisnyy | D Wagstaff | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Yahuskin | 4 | Juliet Partridge | Melanie O'Gorman | 55kg | $21.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Chebet | 12 | Jess Del Frari | Ms M Harrison | 55.5kg | $101.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Tiaki | 9 | Gabrielle Johnston | T S Howlett | 57kg | $18.00 |
| 12th | 4 | Prince Of Steel | 11 | Clayton Gallagher | Brett Robb | 59kg | $4.20 |
| Scr | 9 | Balladoran | 2 | Nick Palmer | Brett Robb | 55kg |
Good As Gold John Cormie RIP (Bm50)
Pattera looks the swiftest and most tactically advantaged runner in the race, the only genuine leader in a moderate-tempo field on a track that rewards forward runners. Current form is rock-solid with alternating wins and narrow placings, and the fresh 14-day cycle suits. Expect her to control the race from the front.
The wide gate is a slight concern on this tight track, and the jockey combination lacks a winning history, but the class edge is compelling.
- 1st7Battle ReignJake Pracey-Holmes$5.50
- 2nd4SidenayHollie Hull$14.00
- 2nd5Prince RupertJordie Thompson$13.00
- 4th8Wootton PleaseNick Palmer$8.50
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Battle Reign | 7 | Jake Pracey-Holmes | John Collison | 59.5kg | $5.50 |
| 2nd | 4 | Sidenay | 8 | Hollie Hull | Ms J Clement | 60kg | $14.00 |
| 2nd | 5 | Prince Rupert | 13 | Jordie Thompson | Philip Duffy | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Wootton Please | 9 | Nick Palmer | Brett Thompson | 57.5kg | $8.50 |
| 5th | 3 | Pattera | 10 | Jess Del Frari | Ms M Harrison | 60.5kg | $3.70 |
| 6th | 14 | Bobotov | 5 | Jasmine Urquhart-Warren | G J Watts | 51kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 10 | My Crown | 1 | Gabrielle Johnston | Brett Thompson | 55kg | $3.90 |
| 8th | 6 | Vastly | 6 | Kody Nestor | Brett Robb | 61.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Point Out | 3 | Angel Brennan | Ian Holland | 60kg | $31.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Bravalatante | 2 | Leanne Boyd | Sally Torrens | 53kg | $31.00 |
| 11th | 11 | The Git Up | 4 | Anna Weatherlake | Brett Thompson | 53.5kg | $13.00 |
| 12th | 13 | Haronya | 12 | Clayton Gallagher | Kylie Kennedy | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 1 | Beyond The Sky | 11 | Juliet Partridge | Zach Hatch | 60kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Powderfinger | 13 | Brett Thompson | 59kg |
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