Sunshine Coast Racing Tips for New Year's Day, January 1st 2026

We have expert betting tips for racing at Sunshine Coast on New Year’s Day, which includes eight races at the premier meeting.

Punters get good value odds for the Queensland meeting, and we have betting tips for every race on the card.

Sunshine Coast racing tips

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Race 1. (13:38) Sherrin Rentals Maiden (1800m)

#4 – Sexy Time

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It could be Sexy Time in the opening race at Sunshine Coast, with the four-year-old showing good improvement to run third last start.

The son of Almanzor comes from the Tony Gollan stable, so he is well-educated, and he doesn’t face an overly tough maiden field.

Getting the inside draw is another positive, so put him on top.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 2. (14:13) Kelvacat Power Boats Australia BM78 (1800m)

#6 – Capital Asset

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Capital Asset kicked off this preparation with a win at Sunshine Coast, and he could get back to winning form on Thursday.

The six-year-old son of Capitalist is a five-time winner overall, and he has always thrived when facing smaller fields.

He’s another runner with the rails draw, which is a positive at this track.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 3. (14:52) Higgins Coatings C5 (1200m)

#2 – Noble Decree

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Looking to make it three wins on the bounce is Noble Decree, who won his last two starts at Doomben last campaign.

The four-year-old son of Per Incanto owns three wins and four second placings from nine starts, with all four second placings coming at Sunshine Coast.

The form reads well, so he’s a must-include.

Stake: 2.5 Units

Race 4. (15:32) Wimmers Premium Soft Drinks BM68 (1000m)

#7 – Darn Hot Lady

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Looking to make an early impression this campaign is Darn Hot Lady, who showed them a clean pair of heels when winning fresh up last prep.

The three-year-old filly won easily on the synthetic at Sunshine Coast before tackling tough races behind Cool Archie and Isti Star.

Her trial efforts are encouraging, and she could be too smart for them.

Stake: 2 Units

Race 5. (16:12) Martin Collins Australia Maiden (1400m)

#5 – Possibilities

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Chris Waller lines up Possibilities, who is threatening to break maidens after posting six placings from 10 starts.

The four-year-old mare by So You Think ran second at Gold Coast fresh up before running fourth, and she was always going to need time under her belt.

Now is the time to shine in what is a weak maiden contest.

Stake: 1.5 Units

Race 6. (16:52) Access Insulation BM68 (1400m)

#5 – Detrimental

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Detrimental is nearing another win after finishing second at his last two starts at Ipswich, which are good form guides for this race.

The four-year-old son of I Am Invincible has two wins on his record, so he’s capable, and barrier five should give him a sweet run throughout.

He’s versatile, and ready to win.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 7. (17:32) Double R Group C2 (1200m)

#10 – Blue Allure

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Looking to score an overdue win is Blue Allure for Gollan, who owns two placings from five starts this time in.

The four-year-old mare by Blue Point was only a nose behind the winner at Doomben two back before running fourth at Ipswich.

She is another runner off the inside draw, and we’re hoping that’s the place to be.

Stake: 1 Unit

Race 8. (18:15) Tab BM68 (1000m)

#14 – Sir Maurice

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Sir Maurice has shown good fresh up form with three starts for a win and a placing, and he could hit the ground running this prep.

The Jack Bruce-trained gelding is only a three-time winner from 21 starts, but he has more wins in store this campaign.

He gets a good run from the draw, so include him in picks at odds.

Stake: 1 Unit

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Daryl Curnow

After graduating from the University of Auckland (BA - English), Daryl was thrown into the world of sports and horse racing journalism.

Having worked as a racing journalist for two years, he decided to move into the online world of horse racing and sports writing. After years of honing his craft, Daryl became a professional punter in 2009 - with a focus on horse racing, NRL, AFL, NBA, Rugby, NFL, and US college sports.

Daryl's tips have been featured on various websites around the world before joining the GoBet team. When he's not working, Daryl tries to avoid making bogeys on the golf course.