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detonator — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 22:53:54 +0000

OMG....I cannot stomach listening to Scott Cummings and Giggling Tim Gossage on my drive to work every morning. They are two days in to this timeslot and I have officially turned off.

AI generated Albany selections

Chris — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 08:29:14 +0000

Race 1: Maiden (1000m)

The Analysis

EXCEED THE BOOM is the clear class runner of the field. This 3YO gelding drops significantly in grade after contesting a 3YO Maiden at Bunbury (finishing 5th) and placing 3rd at Northam. His provincial form lines are far superior to the local country form exposed here. With barrier 10, he likely slides forward to control the race or sit just off the speed. The form comment notes he "hit the line hard" two starts back, suggesting the 1000m here is well within his grasp.

The danger is CLOSE CALL, who improved sharply to finish 2nd at this track and distance last start, beaten 2L by Size Matters. He has the benefit of track experience, but the class discrepancy favors the top weight.

Recommended Bet:

GOLD (2 Units): EXCEED THE BOOM

Rated Price: $2.10
Strategy: Back if $2.20+

Horse	Rated Price	Comment
Exceed The Boom	$2.10	Drops from Bunbury/Northam. Clear class edge.
Close Call	$4.50	Proven local form (2nd last start). The main threat.

Race 2: RTG 58+ Handicap (1600m)

The Analysis

TIFF'S LAD brings a massive class edge to this field. A winner of the Diggers Cup (1800m) earlier in his career, he resumes here off the back of a trial win at Belmont on November 10. While 1600m first-up is a stiff ask, his trial indicates he is forward enough, and his best form is lengths better than this field (Career earnings $237k vs rivals ~$100k).

PRAY AGAIN provides the fitness benchmark. He ran a game 2nd at this track and distance last start and was placed in CL3 company at Northam prior to that. He gets a weight relief claim and is rock-hard fit.

Recommended Bet:

SILVER (1.5 Units): TIFF'S LAD

Rated Price: $3.20
Strategy: Back if $3.40+

Horse	Rated Price	Comment
Tiff's Lad	$3.20	Diggers Cup winner resuming. Big class drop.
Pray Again	$3.80	Fit, in-form, and narrowly beaten here last start.

Race 3: Maiden (1100m)

The Analysis

This is the Best Bet of the day. BRAVE WASP brings genuine Saturday/Midweek Metro form to a country maiden. He finished 2nd in a 3YO Plate at Belmont (beaten only 0.3L) and was competitive in 2YO SWP races at Ascot. Dropping from those elite form lines to an Albany maiden is a massive "Don Scott" class drop. The form guide highlights he "had chance to gain victory" at Belmont, and natural improvement makes him the standout.

LADY COCO ran on okay for 5th here last start but conceded a big head start. She battles for the minors.

Recommended Bet:

DIAMOND (3 Units): BRAVE WASP

Rated Price: $1.70
Strategy: Back at any price > $1.75

Horse	Rated Price	Comment
Brave Wasp	$1.70	Huge class drop from Belmont 3YO Plate. Should win.
Lady Coco	$8.00	Best of the rest, hitting the line late last start.

Race 4: Class 2 Handicap (1000m)

The Analysis

BRAVE APACHE was visually dominant last start, winning by 3.1 lengths at this track and distance. A margin victory of that size in this grade usually signals a horse that is ahead of the handicapper. He maps to get a similar run and carries 59kg, which is manageable given his dominance.

OPTIMAL is an honest on-pacer who also won his maiden at this track last start. He is a hard-knocking type, but Brave Apache's turn of foot rates superior.

Recommended Bet:

GOLD (2 Units): BRAVE APACHE

Rated Price: $2.30
Strategy: Back if $2.40+

Horse	Rated Price	Comment
Brave Apache	$2.30	Dominant 3.1L winner last start. The one to beat.
Optimal	$5.50	Grit winner here last start. Honest on-pacer.

Race 5: Class 2 Handicap (1500m)

The Analysis

A value play arises here with NICCY'S AFFAIR. She broke her maiden with a professional 1.4L win at this track and distance last start. Crucially, she carries 56.5kg, whereas her main danger WINNING SHUFFLE (who also won last start) rises to 60.5kg. That 4kg weight swing in favor of the mare, combined with her course and distance suitability, gives her the edge at the prices.

Recommended Bet:

SILVER (1.5 Units): NICCY'S AFFAIR

Rated Price: $4.20
Strategy: Back if $4.50+

Horse	Rated Price	Comment
Niccy's Affair	$4.20	Last start winner here. Well weighted vs top weight.
Winning Shuffle	$3.60	Won well but the 60.5kg is a significant penalty.

AI generated Geraldton selections (pilot)

Chris — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:35:23 +0000

I've been working on this for a while, this is the debut. Based off Don Scott's Winning More theories.

Race 1: ACTIVE PLUMBING MAIDEN (1407m)

Top Pick: GOD'S GRIN
This four-year-old looks perfectly placed to break his maiden status. He brings strong provincial form to the country circuit, having recently finished third at Bunbury over 1400m and a close second at Northam prior to that . The Pearce stable has found a suitable race here, and his recent efforts suggest he has the class edge over this field .

Next Best: LATORIO
Latorio has been knocking on the door with a solid second at Northam over the mile and a fourth at York . He hits the line nicely and should be right in the mix again .

Race 2: CENTRAL WEST CONCRETE MAIDEN (1107m)

Top Pick: EXTRA ZERO
Consistency is key in maiden races, and Extra Zero has been the model of consistency at Geraldton. He has finished runner-up in his last two starts at this track, narrowly beaten by just 0.2L and 1.7L . While he drops back in distance from 1600m/1400m to the sprint trip, he brings the highest rating (58) into the race and deserves a win .

Next Best: REMEMBER WHEN
Finished fourth recently at this track and distance. Although he raced greenly throughout that run, he made up ground late, suggesting there is improvement to come .

Race 3: M & B SALES GERALDTON HANDICAP (1107m)

Top Pick: CAPRICORN MAN
This is a significant drop in grade for Capricorn Man. He carries the top weight of 61.5kg, but his rating of 73 is well clear of his rivals . He has been competing in tough Westspeed Platinum and Heat races at Ascot and Belmont . If he brings his city form to the country, his class should prove too much for this field.

Next Best: LUCKEE FLORAN
You can never discount a track specialist. Luckee Floran loves Geraldton, boasting a record of 27 starts at the track for 4 wins and 6 seconds . He carries 3kg less than the top pick and will be competitive .

Race 4: W.A. COUNTRY BUILDERS HANDICAP (1107m)

Top Pick: SOUTHLAND
This lightly raced four-year-old looks to have plenty of upside. He broke his maiden impressively at this track and distance in October and followed it up with an eye-catching third in Class 2 company, coming from midfield . He is unexposed compared to many of his rivals and looks ready to progress through the grades.

Next Best: QUEEN OF HAWKS
Resuming here after a spell, she is a previous winner at this track and distance . She showed grit to win before her break and must be respected first-up .

Race 5: OCEAN AIR HANDICAP (1609m)

Top Pick: BE MY BELLE
In a field where several runners are stepping up in trip, Be My Belle has the advantage of being a proven winner at this track and distance. She won here just 10 days ago over the 1600m, getting the upper hand late . That recent winning form over the mile makes her the one to beat.

Next Best: CANTILEVER
He broke through for a deserved win last start over 1400m at this track . While he rises in distance, his form is solid, having finished second over 1628m previously .

Race 6: ACTIVE PLUMBING HANDICAP (1407m)

Top Pick: BOMBAY STYLE
A veteran who brings serious class to this lineup. Rated 78, he is well clear of the field and comes off a win at Belmont in September and competitive runs in "One Metro Win" company at Ascot . The 1400m at Geraldton looks like an ideal setup for him to return to the winner's circle.

Next Best: CAVALLO RED
Another runner bringing metro form, having finished third at Ascot recently over 1500m . He finishes his races off well and looks the main danger.

Race 7: JAMES HARDIE HANDICAP (1407m)

Top Pick: BATTLE ON BATTLER
This gelding is in peak form, coming off a win at this track and distance 10 days ago . He enjoys the Geraldton circuit (5 starts for 2 wins and 3 placings) and has the fitness edge to go back-to-back .

Next Best: SNIPPETY LEGEND
He defeated Battle On Battler two starts back before a spell but is only second-up here . He has plenty of ability, winning late over 1420m recently, and will be charging home

How is the Placid Ark not a Group race?

Flanders — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:05:10 +0000

I hadn't noticed before that the Placid Ark is a listed race. Surely it's worthy of being a Group 3!?
For that matter-
Jungle Mist is listed
Peters is G3
Colonel Reeves G3
Champion Fillies G3

I really feel that if these races were in NSW and VIC, there would be at least a G1 and G2 amongst these, regardless of what the quality of the fields have been for the past few editions.

Rail Positions for Pinnacles

meatpie — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:46:43 +0000

For the life of me cant work out why the best race in WA had a rail position of 5 metres and the Winterbottom out to 8 metres.

only a personal opinion but wouldnt the best races start from the True position and work out from there. So the Northerly or GoldRush will be at true.

Again only my punting theory but front runners get an advantage as the rail moves out.

FREE TICKET for 2 people.

thefalcon — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:22:50 +0000

i've got a ticket for either 29/11, 6/12 or 13/12. give me a yell and we'll figure something out.....worth about 80 bucks.

Paul Jordan Penalty

hatsoff — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 23:45:40 +0000

Can anyone tell me what was Paul Jordan's penalty for the wrong horse starting.

Giga Kick Perth Bound

meatpie — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:53:20 +0000

Giga Kick booked on plane, headed for Winterbottom.

Trainers

GLAMOUR — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 01:31:05 +0000

Just looking at trial Fields and all these horses the trainers have in,some have 3-4 in a trial but how many actually get to races,along with others they must have back at there training quarters,but this is not only here,but Australia wide.

Where are the racing journos in WA

Flanders — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 02:49:25 +0000

I get most of my information from X (Twitter).
Other than TabRadio, I can't see anything on Perth/WA Racing such as updates on the Pinnacles- who is coming across from the east etc etc.
We used to have Julio Santarelli and Jay Rooney regularly posting updates but no longer...
Surely the folks at Perth Racing can provide something, to drum up some interest? It's practically free advertising after all.

If I'm missing something or someone, feel free to let me know who to follow PTT followers. Thank you

York Cup meeting 9-11-25

Rodent — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 09:42:20 +0000

Wow, Keshaw said after winning on Rivercrest Magic that Mack Hall told him the pace would be hot. No kidding when the stablemate went like the clappers out in front. I bet the stewards miss it completely or is team riding allowed these days?

Amy-Jo

meatpie — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 04:44:32 +0000

Unless I've read the Stewards report wrong, Amy Jo has been sent back to the country and provincials and not allowed to ride at Premier Saturday meetings for undetermined period.

Geez rode a double the previous Saturday.

Seen worse interference

Senior Trainers RWWA complaint

DamienWyer — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 02:54:37 +0000

My understanding is that close to ten Senior Thoroughbred Trainers have written to the head of RWWA with a shopping list of complaints and one suggestion recently.

The feared reduction in stakes money that is rumoured to be announced after the February yearling was sales is their most worrying sign that the Racing Industry is about to shrink further in new Owners investment in new stock and the ever increasing costs of operating large stables.

They have suggested that one method of addressing this is to stop the current level of support for the Harness code reducing its funding to what it brings in percentage of revenue.

My understanding is that Greyhound Racing is on life support with a current petition of some 150,000 signatures in opposition and some whispers of Cannington slipping into obscurity.

For a code that celebrates 4,000 people turning up at the opening day of the Ascot season as a triumph, these Trainers have a genuine base of complaint.

My belief is that the era of mega owners is nearing an end with each passing funeral and the touted future success of syndicated models is an iceberg waiting to be struck as returns for the small investor is entertainment only and after awhile those folks will drift off into the unknown looking for a good time elsewhere.

RWWA doesn’t seemingly have a plan, at least nobody is aware of it, otherwise these notoriously non commenting people would be deathly silent.

Interesting times ahead in WA.

Apprentices Cup

Grandpa — Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:46:27 +0000

Really happy that the apprentices cup is run on a Saturday again be interested to see if Divine Mercy can bring the dirt form to town. Been a long disastrous day but we will bounce back.

WA Racing Tipping Comp

Chris — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 02:44:00 +0000

Get involved, share your username - https://racingwa.thegreattipoff.com/

I'm BattleHero

Ascot 1st Nov

Flanders — Sat, 01 Nov 2025 03:20:00 +0000

Today's card is worth a thread surely PTTers.
I haven't got any tips but just wanted to acknowledge the quality today.
The last 5 races look like absolute rippers, can't wait!

Northam 30-10-25

Rodent — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:31:15 +0000

There was money for Muddy Waters last start (I didn't like it) and if not for being blocked for a run could have figured in the finish. I liked it today and couldn't believe bookies were offering $20. I backed it and then watch it blow and blow and blow. It got out to $32 Betfair at the jump. I thought it had lost a leg. I took massive unders in the end but it bolted in. Why the drift???

Tabtouch SuperPick

Fastmoney — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 08:13:53 +0000

https://www.tabtouch.com.au/superpick/?pid=race-rotator-SuperPickRotator_Availablenow.

Northam Cup Day

SLIPPERGOLDEN — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 04:57:54 +0000

Recent evidence indicates it is now very difficult to extract selections from Forumites. Pity.

My Northam Notations are:

R2 Dancewithme

R4 Ordashus each way

R6 Sir Duskin is interesting. 26 to 6

R7 Touretto

R8 Keen on Fear The Wind at odds and Iowa could run a bold race first up

R9 Vergrey will run on strongly and can win. Let Sparks Fly will also be running on. A saver

Ascot Allusions 251025

SLIPPERGOLDEN — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:41:23 +0000

R2 Simply

R4 War Matters

R5 This'll Show Ya

R8 Deel Her In

R9 God's Rapture an each way special

R10 Premium Girl

BOM

Bushbookie — Thu, 23 Oct 2025 08:54:16 +0000

Some genius decided to "UPGRADE" the BOMs website. Jesus effing Christ , have turned the easiest to navigate best ever website on the Net into a unfriendly total backwards time consuming nightmare mess . Why would anyone from BOMs management think its better ffs .

Midweek Muse 221025

SLIPPERGOLDEN — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 05:43:42 +0000

R5 Bosisto back on dry track and at long odds

R6 Reel Security could reel them in late

R7 Cryptic Joy a big chance. No luck last start

R8 Gold Flakes & Invincible Ruby. Right To Silence also can't be ignored

Ascot Auguries 181025

SLIPPERGOLDEN — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:06:00 +0000

Augury is a word dedicated to my pal Carey.
Keen on a few at odds;
R3 Fiery Spark close to a best bet at oddsR5 Weeraechoux a best betR6 Blazing EmeraldR7 Capre Omnia & Masamune. Can be on both at the oddsR9 Admiration Express can run a big race freshR10 Our Rocky Bay an each way special

Northam Naughties 161025

SLIPPERGOLDEN — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:31:45 +0000

Most are not doing so but I will have a crack at a few selections.

R1 Neap Tide

R2 Golden Opera

R3 Lanfranco & Tori's World

R5 Quiet Goddess each way

R7 Omerta Grace

R8 Al Unique a best bet

R9 Ayumi if it gets a start

Ascot Midweek 151025

SLIPPERGOLDEN — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:03:55 +0000

Selections on here are now a rarity so in an attempt to revive the situation......

R5 Almaya

R6 Point Rocks & Battle Fleet.

R7 Playball

R8 Noahquintilly is a best bet. Dunbar will improve at odds

Oh No!!

meatpie — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 01:54:28 +0000

Big John has apparently been deported

Who is the oldest horse to win in Perth metro area?

Rodent — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:03:31 +0000

Can anyone beat Welcome Knight? He won a midweek welter on 24/9/97 as an 11yo and it was no fluke as he started 15/8 favourite.
http://www.rwwa.com.au/cris/raceresults.aspx?meeting=9881&race=4
His foaling date was 13/10/86 so he was less than 3 weeks from actually turning 11.
He is the oldest I can think of in the time I've been following WA racing.

SEN buys TAB Radio

meatpie — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 04:21:12 +0000

just announced that SEN has purchased TAB Radio.

be interesting how this works, will be good but hope the local product protected.

TAB Racing Radio sold to SEN

DamienWyer — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 09:50:31 +0000

To be finalised in November to Craig Hutchison

Tip of the day?

shothru — Fri, 03 Oct 2025 11:17:24 +0000

Donga going to Moora for 1 ride