Sunshine Coast Betting Tips for November 13, 2026 - Highland Kitty on the Prowl

Martin Pennington

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Last updated: Wed. 11 Nov. 2026 16:07

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Highland Kitty is tipped to win Race 1, showing front-running ability and proven form on soft ground
Busker (Race 4), Trevatt Court (Race 5), and Vin Santo (Race 6) are also selected based on track form and adaptability
Rain is forecast, but all main selections have performed well on soft surfaces

Friday night racing heads to the Sunshine Coast. (Getty)

Friday night racing heads to the Sunshine Coast on November 13, with an eight-race program scheduled under lights at the Queensland venue.

Sunshine Coast Tips November 13
endED Class 1 Plate Tips (Race 1)
Pavitt Earthmoving & Civil Ratings Band 0-58 Handicap Tips (Race 4)
Bracken Ridge Tavern Summer Scorcher Series Race Class 2 Handicap Tips (Race 5)
Barrier Reef Pools BM70 Handicap Tips (Race 6)

The track is currently rated a Soft 5, with further rain forecast on Thursday and the rail in the true position, leaving the possibility of a deteriorating surface ahead of the meeting.

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Sunshine Coast Tips November 13

endED Class 1 Plate Tips (Race 1)

Sunshine Coast Best Bet - Race 1 No. 5 Highland Kitty

Highland Kitty built on several encouraging efforts in defeat when breaking her maiden at Ipswich last start, with the impressive nature of that victory suggesting she is capable of measuring up in stronger company.

The five-year-old overcame an awkward start to lead throughout and score by nearly three lengths over 2190m, producing a dominant performance that highlighted her ability to control a race from the front.

Those tactics appeared to suit her well, and although she has also performed admirably when ridden with restraint, she should have little difficulty finding the lead as the main pace influence in this contest.

Barrier five looks manageable with that racing pattern in mind, while any deterioration in track conditions should pose no problems given she recorded her breakthrough victory on a Soft 6 surface at Ipswich.

The Jacob Leach-trained mare has also performed consistently at this circuit, including a third placing in a BM65 during September, and with proven course form, favourable conditions and the prospect of controlling the tempo, she looks the one to beat in the opener.

Pavitt Earthmoving & Civil Ratings Band 0-58 Handicap Tips (Race 4)

Sunshine Coast Value Bet - Race 4 No. 9 Busker

A pair of sixth-place finishes this preparation suggest Busker is building towards his second career victory, with the gelding showing enough in both appearances to warrant consideration at value odds.

The five-year-old has finished within four lengths of the winner on each occasion, including a competitive performance at BM58 level on a sound surface at Ipswich last month.

He generally improves with racing, while the prospect of rain-affected ground is encouraging given his maiden victory came at this circuit in September last year on a Soft track.

The son of Trapeze Artist has been ridden conservatively in both appearances this campaign, suggesting barrier eight should be manageable for the James Healy-trained galloper if similar tactics are adopted.

A visor replaces his customary blinkers, while the booking of Michael Rodd and drop back in distance are further positives, leaving Busker capable of making his presence felt at an attractive price.

Bracken Ridge Tavern Summer Scorcher Series Race Class 2 Handicap Tips (Race 5)

Sunshine Coast Favourite - Race 5 No. 9 Trevatt Court

A change of stable could prove the catalyst for Trevatt Court, with the daughter of Spirit Of Boom making her first appearance for Jack Bruce after producing several encouraging performances in defeat during her previous preparation.

One of those efforts came at this circuit in May, when she finished fourth in a 1200m BM58 handicap on rain-affected ground, beaten less than a length in a competitive performance.

Her preparation for Friday's return has included an encouraging second placing in a 1050m trial on heavy ground at Deagon late last month, suggesting she should be forward enough to make an immediate impression.

Ben Thompson partnered the mare in that trial and boasts a strong record when combining with Bruce at the Sunshine Coast, while the drop to 1000m is no concern given Trevatt Court has previously placed twice over the course and distance.

An inside barrier provides another advantage, and with connections electing to target this assignment rather than a race at the venue on Sunday, Trevatt Court looks well placed to make a successful start for her new stable.

Barrier Reef Pools BM70 Handicap Tips (Race 6)

Sunshine Coast Next Best Bet - Race 6 No. 8 Vin Santo

Two victories and a runner-up finish from three Sunshine Coast appearances since joining Renita Beaton earlier this year underline Vin Santo's affinity for the circuit, making him a leading contender back at his preferred venue.

The second of those successes came on his penultimate appearance, when the son of Belardo narrowly prevailed over this distance in a BM65 handicap on a sound surface.

He raced prominently to secure that victory, while his subsequent below-par performance at Eagle Farm just over three weeks ago is forgivable given the stronger metropolitan opposition he encountered.

The five-year-old has demonstrated versatility across varying track conditions, so the forecast Soft surface and possibility of further rain should present few concerns as he looks to return to winning form.

Barrier eleven is the obvious obstacle, although Vin Santo has previously overcome a wide draw to finish runner-up at this circuit, and with Ryan Maloney taking the ride, he has strong claims of recording another victory at the Sunshine Coast.