Punt like a Pro, without the know!
New South Wales · Friday 4 September 2026
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Wyong. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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She has shown clear progression across three starts, peaking with a midfield-sweep second at Hawkesbury over 1300m. Main query is a small Good-track sample, but her best run came on soft and the drying surface should not stop her. She rates the most likely winner over the consistent but winless maiden types.
He maps just behind the speed in a moderate tempo. However, 11 starts without a win and Andrew Gibbons' winless recent book temper confidence. This is a genuine place threat rather than a dominant win chance, so he sits behind the improving Spud Gun.
His course-and-distance profile is the strongest in the race: three 1350m Wyong maidens for a second and a third, including a second here on 16 August. He maps to settle just off the pace and should hold a forward position in a moderate tempo. Win rate is the big concern because he is 0-from-13, and Reece Jones has been cold recently, but few in this field have run this track and trip as consistently.
He comes back from a CL1 third at Taree to maiden company, has barrier 2, and is the likely leader in a moderate tempo. Wyong's 1350m statistics heavily reward on-pace runners. The negatives are 22 starts without a win and the quick back-up, but with Jason Collett engaged he is worth an each-way ticket.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Algorithmic | 5 | A Gibbons | Nikki Hodgson | 59kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 5 | What A Gent | 2 | J R Collett | T J Bartley | 59kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 2 | Classic Two | 4 | Reece Jones | R A Bailey | 59kg | $8.50 |
| 4th | 4 | Riga | 6 | Shannen Llewellyn | Nacim Dilmi | 57kg | $2.90 |
| 5th | 8 | Nautical Twilight | 1 | R Hutchings | M S Minervini | 57kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Spud Gun | 3 | C Schofield | Jack Pilkington | 57kg | $5.00 |
| 7th | 3 | Lightning Joey | 8 | C Lever | Paul Murray | 59kg | $81.00 |
| 8th | 6 | Wildstone Nature | 7 | Siena Grima | Ms T Bateup | 57.5kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Aelfwynn | 7 | Nikki Hodgson | 57kg |
Dragon Blood met Written Doll at Hawkesbury last month and beat him home while racing first-up. He has clear scope for second-start improvement, carries a handy weight and maps to sit on the speed, which is an advantage at Wyong. The main concerns are experience and the rise to 1200m, but his profile suggests he is the most likely winner.
Written Doll is the clear sentimental pick of the stable form students because he has placed in each of his last three starts and handles 1200m well. Barrier one gives Tim Clark every chance to secure a perfect run. The worry is his 0% win rate and the weight swing against Dragon Blood, who beat him home last time.
Ballet Noir produced an eye-catching debut at Newcastle, finishing second at 1250m after settling midfield and running on well. The wide draw is a concern on a circuit favouring on-pace runners, but the potential for substantial second-start improvement keeps her in the top bracket. If she can offset the gate, she is a genuine winning chance.
Beautiful You led up nicely at Wyong on debut and was only run down late over 1200m, giving her the exact form reference most of this field lacks. The wide draw makes her risky, but her on-pace style is suited to the circuit and she should improve second-up.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Dragon Blood | 5 | Tom Sherry | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 57.5kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Star Half | 6 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 58kg | $8.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Written Doll | 1 | Tim Clark | David Pfieffer | 60kg | $2.25 |
| 4th | 15 | Lady Talea | 3 | J R Collett | J C Coyle | 55.5kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 6 | Hanzo Sword | 4 | C Schofield | Brad Widdup | 56.5kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 8 | Too Expensive | 2 | N Rawiller | K A Lees | 57.5kg | $7.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Tightrope Walker | 7 | Reece Jones | Denim Wynen | 56.5kg | $81.00 |
| Scr | 2 | Soviet Storm | 7 | G Portelli | 59kg | ||
| Scr | 5 | Crestwood | 6 | J Ford | Matthew Smith | 57kg | |
| Scr | 9 | Ballet Noir | 12 | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Beautiful You | 16 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Chatoyer | 7 | Annabel & Rob Archibald | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Darn You | 10 | Peter Snowden | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Promenade | 5 | Michael Freedman | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Seminal | 11 | John O'Shea & Tom Charlton | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Moon Flash | 13 | David Payne | 55kg |
Portico is the clear class horse of the race. He raced in Open and Listed company before a freshen-up and now drops into a provincial Class 1, which is a substantial class edge. Barrier one and Tim Clark should allow him to settle just behind the speed, ideal on a Wyong 1100m course that favours prominent runners. The main concerns are the long gap from racing and moderate 1100m stats, but his prior talent and stable polish make him the most likely winner.
Vain Temptress made a highly encouraging debut, winning a Hawkesbury 1100m maiden in a time comparable to recent Class 1 races at the same venue. She is still untested at this level and on a Good track, but the upside is real and Regan Bayliss is riding with confidence. Gate seven gives her options, and she should be finishing strongly in a race with genuine early pressure.
Parthenon is the progressive on-pace runner. He led and held on strongly for second in a Hawkesbury Class 1 over this trip, finishing ahead of Turf Fever and Classic Pocket. He is the likely leader again and Wyong's short straight suits horses who can control the sprint.
Turf Fever looks the value runner. He returned from a spell with a sound third in the same Hawkesbury Class 1 that produced today's key form, and should improve sharply second-up. His previous Wyong run at 1100m ended in a narrow second, while Keagan Latham has excellent statistics at the track.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 11 | Cosmic Order | 7 | Zac Lloyd | Matthew Smith | 55kg | $10.00 |
| 2nd | 7 | Vain Temptress | 6 | Regan Bayliss | David Pfieffer | 57kg | $4.60 |
| 3rd | 3 | Classic Pocket | 4 | Reece Jones | R A Bailey | 58kg | $14.00 |
| 4th | 4 | Portico | 1 | Tim Clark | Michael Freedman | 57.5kg | $2.60 |
| 5th | 5 | The Pacific | 9 | Ms W Costin | G Allendorf | 57.5kg | $26.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Ballet Encore | 3 | Rachel King | Bryce Heys | 57kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Epic | 8 | J Ford | M, W & J Hawkes | 59kg | $7.00 |
| 8th | 10 | Viondi | 2 | Mitchell Bell | G R Nickson | 55kg | $151.00 |
| 9th | 14 | Paji Briway | 5 | Shannen Llewellyn | Wayne Seelin | 54kg | $151.00 |
| 10th | 2 | Turf Fever | 10 | K S Latham | D Lane | 59kg | $16.00 |
| 11th | 9 | Parthenon | 11 | Olivia Chambers | Ms K Gavenlock | 54.5kg | $11.00 |
| Scr | 8 | Argyros | 3 | Adam Duggan | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 12 | Miss Trump | 14 | Paul Snowden | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 13 | Triple Yes | 12 | Liam Ruddy | 55kg |
Barrier 2 and the predicted midfield-on-speed spot suit Wyong's on-pace lean; Widdup/Schofield is a strong stable/jockey link. Some query about converting places into wins remains, but the form, fitness and map combination makes him the most likely winner.
He resumes off a barrier trial and has handled Soft and Good, so the improving Good 4 surface shouldn't worry him. The concerns are topweight 62kg, a first try at 1350m and being off since May, but his closing pattern can offset a midfield position at Wyong.
Copacabana brings clear BM72 class to a BM64 and is well served by the moderate tempo, likely rolling forward from barrier 7 and controlling the race. His first-up record is one of near-misses rather than wins, which is the main reason he sits behind the two form runners. Sharp trials and Tyler Schiller's current hot form add confidence, but 61.5kg and first-up at the trip temper the win case.
Zaru is racing better than his rank suggests. After back-to-back seconds in country Open company, he meets BM64 rivals with a significant class drop and drops to 56kg with Jett Newman's claim.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Copacabana | 7 | Tyler Schiller | M, W & J Hawkes | 61.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 9 | Listins Lass | 5 | J Ford | J D Cooper | 55kg | $71.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Valentiago | 6 | Mitch Stapleford | Peter Snowden | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Ausbred Hed'n'tail | 2 | C Schofield | Brad Widdup | 59.5kg | $1.85 |
| 5th | 8 | Zaru | 9 | Jett Newman | Lyndall Olson | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Magicon | 4 | Mitchell Bell | T J Bartley | 58kg | $41.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Oakfield Alaska | 3 | Ms M Weir | S I Singleton | 62kg | $4.60 |
| 8th | 3 | Sharp Shock | 8 | Reece Jones | R P Northam | 61kg | $21.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Miss Checkoni | 1 | Ms W Costin | Nick Mitchell | 55kg | $101.00 |
| Scr | 4 | Charleroi | 7 | Nacim Dilmi | 60kg |
The drop back to BM68, combined with a genuine Good-track profile, gives him the best overall form case. The main risks are the untried rider combination and no local track experience, but his running style is adaptable and the moderate tempo should let him finish strongly.
Last Druid arrives on the back of a Hawkesbury win under the same 60.5kg and has scored in three of his last five appearances. Barrier 2 and his on-speed map are ideal for Wyong's short straight, and Jason Collett is a strong booking. The 46-day gap and a 0-from-13 Good-track record are the negatives, so he rates just behind the top pick rather than on top.
Her Wyong win and Zac Lloyd's hot form are real positives, and she is not far off the top two on ability.
She won over this trip at Gosford on Good 4 two runs back, then was runner-up at Beaumont in BM68 company. From barrier 1 she should get every chance under the on-pace friendly Wyong set-up, and her three Good-track wins are a point of difference against several favoured rivals. This is the clear each-way value play.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Grinzinger Pod | 1 | Siena Grima | James Harding | 57.5kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 3 | Silencio Porfavor | 5 | Izzy Neale | Matthew Smith | 57kg | $3.50 |
| 3rd | 9 | Nova Centauri | 7 | Reece Jones | R P Northam | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Last Druid | 2 | J R Collett | T J Bartley | 60.5kg | $7.50 |
| 5th | 5 | Oryx | 6 | Mitchell Bell | Richard Litt | 59kg | $31.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Master Of Disguise | 3 | Ms W Costin | Danielle Seib | 58kg | $26.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Famoso | 8 | C Schofield | Rob Potter | 56.5kg | $8.00 |
| 8th | 7 | Olivia Twist | 4 | Zac Lloyd | Brad Widdup | 57kg | $3.50 |
| Scr | 1 | Titanium Miss | 9 | T J Bartley | 61.5kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Maidoff | 6 | C E Conners | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Life Coach | 8 | B M Lazzarini | 55.5kg |
He draws perfectly in barrier 1, is proven on Good, and James McDonald in partnership with Chris Waller is a strong intent signal. His lack of a 2100m win is the only meaningful query.
Eliyass is the main threat to Matusalem after an impressive front-running win at Randwick over 1800m on Good. He maps kindly from barrier 3 and should either lead or sit close in a race with only two genuine leaders. His 10-from-18 strike rate stands out, but the combination of 62kg, an extra 300m, and no previous 2100m attempt creates legitimate doubt. He remains a strong place proposition and the chief danger.
Elliptical is the proven staying-race performer at this trip. Barrier 2 gives him options from midfield and he will be strong late if the race is run honestly.
Anythink Goes is a genuine each-way overlay. His last five starts read 2-3-4-1-3, including a BM78 win at Rosehill over 2000m and a closing second at Wyong over 2000m on Aug 16. He maps well, carries 54kg, and Zac Lloyd is riding in career-best form.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Matusalem | 1 | J B Mc Donald | C J Waller | 56kg | $2.50 |
| 2nd | 6 | Anythink Goes | 6 | Zac Lloyd | Matthew Smith | 54kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 5 | Elliptical | 2 | K Mc Evoy | C J Waller | 54kg | $9.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Bella Montagna | 4 | Rachel King | G Waterhouse & A Bott | 54kg | $4.40 |
| 5th | 1 | Eliyass | 3 | N Rawiller | C Maher | 62kg | $2.70 |
| 6th | 8 | Steel Blaze | 7 | Reece Jones | B M Lazzarini | 54kg | $101.00 |
| 7th | 4 | Age Of Sail | 5 | Dylan Gibbons | K A Lees | 54kg | $51.00 |
| Scr | 7 | Charleroi | 2 | Nacim Dilmi | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Mr Fabulous | 7 | Ms T Bateup | 54kg |
Most race-fit runner in a field of many resumers. She won over this track on 16 August, beating Mrs Maree and Titanium Miss, and is drawn perfectly in barrier 1 on a track that favours on-pace runners over 1350m. Clipperton retains the ride and the stable is in good form. The Listed class rise is the obvious concern, but she is thriving, maps to sit just off a moderate speed and carries only 55kg.
The class horse of the race and one of the few genuine leaders in the field. Oh Diamond Lil has seven career wins, good dry-track statistics and the tactical speed to take control of a moderate tempo. Her recent trials suggest she has returned in good order. The concerns are the top weight, lack of exact 1350m evidence and a modest first-up strike rate, so she rates behind the more race-fit Just Glamourous but ahead of most others.
The most compelling black-type form in the race after her Group 3 win over 1400m on Good at Randwick. Snitzel Dancer returned a forgivable Heavy-track failure in her last campaign and has been freshened with two trials. From barrier 5 she can settle midfield, which is workable at Wyong.
Mrs Maree represents clear each-way value. With barrier 4 and an uncontested on-pace role likely, she maps well for the extra 150m.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Modella | 10 | Zac Lloyd | Lee & Cherie Curtis | 56kg | $2.80 |
| 2nd | 10 | Mrs Maree | 4 | J R Collett | C E Conners | 55kg | $15.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Just Glamourous | 1 | S Clipperton | Joseph Pride | 55.5kg | $5.00 |
| 4th | 13 | Smiling Prophet | 2 | R Hutchings | M S Minervini | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Snitzel Dancer | 5 | K Mc Evoy | G Ryan & S Alexiou | 58kg | $21.00 |
| 6th | 1 | Oh Diamond Lil | 8 | Rachel King | David Pfieffer | 58kg | $5.50 |
| 7th | 3 | Cigar Flick | 7 | J B Mc Donald | C J Waller | 57kg | $8.50 |
| 8th | 7 | Mareth | 9 | Tim Clark | Michael Freedman | 55kg | $5.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Cosmeena | 6 | Reece Jones | M C Vella | 55kg | $61.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Acappella Sun | 3 | Ashley Morgan | Craig Ruttley | 55kg | $71.00 |
| Scr | 5 | Karinska | 9 | C J Waller | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Ernaux | 12 | C J Waller | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Titanium Miss | 11 | T J Bartley | 55kg | ||
| Scr | 14 | Empress Tsarina | 13 | T S Howlett | 55kg |
His 1600m record, a closing second at Wyong last start and class edge from BM72/BM78 races point to the best winning probability. The knock is no Good-track win from six attempts, but he has placed in stronger mile races on Good and the drying surface should still suit.
Rush Attack is a steadily improving on-pacer who has been knocking on the door at this trip, finishing second at Newcastle and third at Gosford in his last two starts. His run style suits the Wyong mile and Zac Lloyd is riding in career-best form. The concern is conversion; he has placed in five of 12 mile starts but won only once. He is a strong place/win threat rather than the top pick.
Inception may be the runner who controls this race from the front. He has a 4:1-2-1 record over 1600m, placed at Wyong over the mile in July and arrives in consistent form. The main risks are the wide draw and modest conversion rate.
Johnny Smash is the value runner. Two starts at Wyong over 1600/1630m have produced two wins, including a BM64 here on Good in August.
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Charleroi | 4 | Regan Bayliss | Nacim Dilmi | 60kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 2 | Northern Eyes | 5 | Izzy Neale | Ms K Waugh | 60kg | $8.00 |
| 3rd | 1 | Iceford | 3 | Jett Newman | Mitchell Beer & George Carpenter | 61kg | $4.40 |
| 4th | 12 | Beauer | 2 | C Lever | Paul Murray | 56kg | $101.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Inception | 8 | Ashley Morgan | Nathan Doyle | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 6th | 6 | Rush Attack | 6 | Zac Lloyd | Nathan Doyle | 59kg | $3.50 |
| 7th | 8 | Johnny Smash | 7 | Siena Grima | M F Van Gestel | 54.5kg | $18.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Bold Design | 1 | Tim Clark | M S Minervini | 59.5kg | $7.00 |
| Scr | 3 | Prince Of Sorts | 10 | Allan Kehoe | 62kg | ||
| Scr | 9 | Wealthy Investor | 4 | D Lane | 56kg | ||
| Scr | 10 | Channelling | 7 | Edward O'Rourke | 55.5kg | ||
| Scr | 11 | Kahraba | 3 | Denim Wynen | 55kg |
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