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Meeting: PRE-AUTUMN FEATURES RACE MEETING (PRE-AUTUMN FEATURES RACE MEETING)
Last updated 22/03/2024 at 21:18 pm
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE

$13,950, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2600m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 1: IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Belmont Revolution0Belmont Revolution1FtTim WilliamsPlain effort on debut after cushy run. Needs to make up a few lengths here.
2Salute8Salute2FtRicky MayNot a mile away on debut after run along the markers. Likely improver. EW.
3Verducci522760Verducci3FtJessica Young-GrantFair in last few late 2023 outings but early spring efforts were good. Consider.
4Hanoi Franco290698Hanoi Franco4FtCraig ThornleyBeaten by solid margins in mid-late December. Long-time maiden. First4s.
5Girlshavtime0000X7Girlshavtime5FtBrent WeaverOne-paced at Motukarara in first run for 12 months. Can sneak into combos.
6Remission432288Remission6FtMatthew WilliamsonNot all favours here last week & was in good field at Oamaru. Can atone.
7Action Major5Action Major7FtGerard O'ReillyShould strip fitter for earnest 5th at Addington. Wide draw again but can place.
8Kairaki Delight06Kairaki Delight8FtJohn DunnChased well in first trial for new trainer last week. Strong market watch.
Best Bets: Kairaki Delight (8),   Salute (2),   Remission (6),   Verducci (3)
Gear Changes: Kairaki Delight (8): BL-Off, RD-On, Verducci (3): SL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

RICOH NEW ZEALAND TROT

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R50, 2600m

For R35 to R50 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 2: RICOH NEW ZEALAND TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Regal Sierra946602Regal Sierra1FtSam Thornley(J)Ran a belter at odds here last week. No harder here. Has claims with manners.
2Real Moonshine901Real Moonshine2Ft  
3The Royal Gamble330323The Royal Gamble3FtRicky MayConsistent as ever through early 2024. Drawn to be an each way player.
4Sunny Louis317598Sunny Louis4FtJohn MorrisonOut late here last week but just OK after. Back in grade though. Keep safe.
5George Eliot721556George Eliot5FtTrevor GrantMidfield efforts since her 01 Jan maiden win. Cheeky hope with cover.
6Illegal Alien542630Illegal Alien6FtTim WilliamsDidn't inspire when clear at Motukarara. Skinny course stats too. First4s.
7Lookslikeatrixter530319Lookslikeatrixter7FtJustin SmithMid-race work may have told last week. Likes a long run into things. Combos.
8Krackaling008834Krackaling8FtBrad WilliamsonWorked her way back into form & meets tighter grade than Wyndham. Each way.
9Clyde328117Clyde9FtCraig ThornleyHad his chance from a soft run last week. Better than that. In the mix.
10Night Watch441531Night Watch10FtKerryn Tomlinson(J)Used the trial to score here last week. Bonus run in the grade. Can repeat.
11Who's Queen150140Who's Queen11FtJohn DunnCapable mare, but still has a lot of tricks to her. Take on trust in this.
12Downtown Orlando904618Downtown OrlandoU1FtRay JenkinsTried hard from well back last week. Can fill a placing at odds with right run.
13Muscle Sass000460Muscle SassU2FtSarah O'ReillyMade life tough for herself at both ends of the race on Sunday. Combos spice.
Best Bets: Night Watch (10),   The Royal Gamble (3),   Krackaling (8),   Sunny Louis (4)
Best Mile Rates: Clyde (2-04.8),   Lookslikeatrixter (2-05.1),   Who's Queen (2-05.3)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

WOODLANDS STUD THANKS BREEDERS FILLIES & MARES MOB PACE

$14,213, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER FILLIES & MARES MOBILE, 1980m

For 3yo-&-older pacing fillies & mares.

Participants for Race 3: WOODLANDS STUD THANKS BREEDERS FILLIES & MARES MOB PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Rakero Lightning785556Rakero Lightning1FtGavin SmithHonest recently after doing some work. Draw gives her options. Consider.
2Sweet Tartan30Sweet Tartan2FtGerard O'ReillyRecovered OK after error at Oamaru. Bright 3rd on debut. Give another look.
3Give Me Peace96Give Me Peace3FtSamantha OttleyStill figuring it out but switches to mobile for first time. Not out of this.
4Millwood Goddess753249Millwood Goddess4FtSeth Hill(J)Too far back last week but plenty to like about prior runs. Don't disregard.
5Shannon B30Shannon B5FtMatthew WilliamsonWhacked away from same draw here last week. Tested here without early dash.
6Kairaki Confidential79XKairaki Confidential6FtJohn DunnDashed late for 4th in sole trial for the Dunns. Will have admirers fresh.
7Shapely465224Shapely7FtSam Thornley(J)Very reliable mare & has the speed to win a race. Obvious combos contender.
8Baileys BayX59845Baileys Bay8FtSarah O'ReillyBrave 5th at long odds at Oamaru. Still hunting first career placing. First4s.
9Double Quick2Double Quick9Ft  
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10Partners In Wine59Partners In Wine10FtTim WilliamsGrass trial winner after steep learning curve in January. Seeking luck here.
Best Bets: Kairaki Confidential (6),   Sweet Tartan (2),   Millwood Goddess (4),   Rakero Lightning (1)
Star Trialist: Partners In Wine - 1st of 5, Mt Hutt, 02/03/24, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-08.4, 800m: 62.4, 400m: 31.0, Margins: neck, head, 3 len.
Gear Changes: Give Me Peace (3): SL-Off, Kairaki Confidential (6): RD-On, Shannon B (5): RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

RICOH NEW ZEALND MOBILE PACE

$18,600, 3YO & OLDER R54 TO R66, 1980m

For R54 to R66 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 4: RICOH NEW ZEALND MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Off The Edge551908Off The Edge1FtJonny CoxNot a long way off at Reefton. Back to his preferred mobile. First4s from #1.
2Chris KyleP35718Chris Kyle2FtGerard O'ReillyOffered little on Sunday. Up against stronger rivals today. Happy to take notes.
3Classie Linc919397Classie Linc3FtSheree TomlinsonGot it all wrong behind the mobile arm last Sunday. Combos with better manners.
4Helium4562P0Helium4FtSam Thornley(J)Got into a tricky spot here last week. Has shown gate speed at times. Consider.
5Glorys Delight33X574Glorys Delight5FtRobbie CloseEarnest effort behind a quality mare last week. Gate speed on offer. Each way.
6Tempo Warrior2P9117Tempo Warrior6FtSamantha OttleyProfitable trip to the Coast. Handling grade rises well, but place preferred.
7Triple G616022Triple G7FtJohn DunnJust nabbed here last Friday in similar field. Pacer on the way up. Top pick.
8Dashing Major764994Dashing Major8FtTim WilliamsShould appreciate mobile after tardy starts costing him recently. Has claims.
Best Bets: Triple G (7),   Glorys Delight (5),   Helium (4),   Dashing Major (8)
Best Mile Rates: Glorys Delight (1-55.0),   Helium (1-55.8),   Off The Edge (1-56.2)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Dashing Major (8): SL-Off, BL-On, Glorys Delight (5): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

GARRARDS MOBILE PACE

$16,703, 3YO & OLDER R43 TO R47, 1980m

For R43 to R47 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 5: GARRARDS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Glengarry Moonlight750107Glengarry Moonlight1FtTim WilliamsJust OK since his Waitangi Day win. Lightly tried here. Draw helps. First4s.
2Radioactive Jaffa002831Radioactive Jaffa2FtRicky MayPowerful win on Sunday but no stranger to all-weather. Don't dismiss here.
3Star Magic595105Star Magic3FtGavin SmithHandy 5th in similar company on Sunday. Draws in a spot or two closer. Smokey.
4Arden's Pursuit701327Arden's Pursuit4FtJohn DunnHandy since mid-February win at Gore. Better draw than last week. Consider.
5Bettor Lover4400X0Bettor Lover5FtSarah O'ReillyUnderstandably tired on Sunday when gaining support. Fitter for that. EW.
6Kirkman091958Kirkman6FtTerry ChmielReal mixed bunch since his Oamaru win. Seeking favours from wide draw.
7Carrera Kahu744156Carrera Kahu7FtSheree TomlinsonMidfield efforts after enjoying the top of the south circuit. Looking for luck.
8Wolf Of Wall Street245541Wolf Of Wall Street8FtRobbie CloseSmall jump in grade since stylish win last week. No reason he can't repeat.
9Midfrew Lucre155044Midfrew Lucre9Ft  
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10Lord Mudrick108030Lord Mudrick10FtChris ButtWell back here last week & likely to get buried on the inside here. Odds.
11Jaccka Opa316036Jaccka Opa11FtSam Thornley(J)Chased well in last two efforts & no stranger to this track. Combos claims.
12Flying Bird538357Flying Bird12FtMatthew WilliamsonBrings form north from recent outings. No love in the draws for course debut.
Best Bets: Wolf Of Wall Street (8),   Bettor Lover (5),   Radioactive Jaffa (2),   Arden's Pursuit (4)
Best Mile Rates: Glengarry Moonlight (1-56.1),   Bettor Lover (1-57.9),   Jaccka Opa (1-59.3)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Glengarry Moonlight (1): BL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Carrera Kahu to Chris McDowell at Leeston
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

LIVAMOL HANDICAP TROT

$20,138, 3YO & OLDER R66 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m

For R66 & faster 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 6: LIVAMOL HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1El Conqueror715465El Conqueror1FtBob ButtMore convincing at Reefton after mixed efforts prior. Combos from front line.
2Andy Hall107546Andy HallU1FtJohn DunnCouldn't kick on after leading last week. Chance to lead here. Place prospect.
3Maui112135MauiU110David McCormickOnly faded late behind Muscle Mountain last week. Can offer cheek despite 10m.
4Love N The Port9D2332Love N The Port120Matthew WilliamsonWent very close at Ascot Park & his ceiling is higher than most here. Top pick.
5Jimmy Carter231336Jimmy CarterU120John MorrisonTired at Gore after gritty Oamaru 3rd. Can run the odd bolter here. Consider.
6Majestic Man562345Majestic Man130Brad WilliamsonWily old campaigner who keeps on trying. 30m no help again. Top3 option.
Best Bets: Love N The Port (4),   Jimmy Carter (5),   Andy Hall (2),   Maui (3)
Best Mile Rates: Love N The Port (2-02.0),   Jimmy Carter (2-02.9),   Andy Hall (2-03.3)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: El Conqueror (1): FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

FAHEY FENCE HIRE MOBILE PACE

$20,531, 3YO & OLDER R68 TO R92, 1980m

For R68 to R92 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 7: FAHEY FENCE HIRE MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Wheels Of Fortune008709Wheels Of Fortune1FtStephen McNallySlow away from #1 last week. Switches to mobile here though. Combos best.
2Who's Delight409951Who's Delight2FtGavin SmithThe very good version turned up last week. Draw gives him options. Smokey
3The Falcon015343The Falcon3FtGerard O'ReillyUseful 3rd behind similar rivals last Friday. Moves off the unruly. Each way.
4Heisenberg721165Heisenberg4FtTim WilliamsSteady effort from the trail last week. Always a contender in this grade. Combos
5Mighty Looee359661Mighty Looee5FtJohn DunnGreat return to form last week & meets largely same group here. In the mix.
6American Me343140American Me6FtSarah O'ReillyToo far back when starting off 10m last week. Mobile will assist. Consider.
7Beach Ball113313Beach Ball7FtRicky MayGreat in last trial for this after an outstanding late 2023. Can win fresh up.
Best Bets: Beach Ball (7),   The Falcon (3),   American Me (6),   Mighty Looee (5)
Best Mile Rates: Mighty Looee (1-52.0),   Beach Ball (1-54.0),   Heisenberg (1-54.2)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Beach Ball - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 13/03/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-31.5, 800m: 56.5, 400m: 28.3, Margins: 3 1/4len, 1 3/4len.
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

HAPPY 60TH BIRTHDAY DEB SMITH HANDICAP TROT

$18,550, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R62 DISCRETIONARY, 2600m

For R51 to R62 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 8: HAPPY 60TH BIRTHDAY DEB SMITH HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Aldebaran Floss138812Aldebaran Floss1FtSamantha OttleyStrong 2nd behind top type last week. Back to stand starts but can feature.
2Mixed Faith693114Mixed Faith2FtBrad WilliamsonRun down late in brave 4th last week. Should find markers easily. Each way.
3Martha Stuart441X04Martha Stuart3FtTim WilliamsLuck & manners were mixed on the Coast. Likes it here. Combos contender.
4Royal Del237356Royal Del4FtJim CurtinChased well enough here 29 Feb. Moves to front line but deeper grade too.
5Missalyssa254906Missalyssa5FtSam Thornley(J)Working towards a year between wins. Earnest efforts recently. First4s best.
6Aroha Kenny222232Aroha Kenny6FtRicky MayCompelling place multi anchor based on recent form. Can go one better though.
7The Bloss196570The Bloss7FtSarah O'ReillyPopular mare resuming after Xmas campaign. Faded late 13 Mar trials. Odds.
8Winning Bones141776Winning Bones8FtMatthew WilliamsonMidfield his lot since early March win down south. Work to do to feature.
9Galleons Ambassador065X08Galleons Ambassador9FtJohn MorrisonBlew apart on the bend last Friday. Can be a bit win-or-bust. Upset claims.
10Paris Prince853187Paris PrinceU1FtCraig ThornleyTried hard late after getting back last week. Place best from the unruly.
11Our Pinocchio146753Our PinocchioU2FtGerard O'ReillyMade ground at Oamaru & gets 10m closer here. May be over the odds.
12Grettymac391030GrettymacU3FtRobert AndersonManners her issue last week. 5th at Tuesday's trials since. Could shock them.
13Tu Tangata023325Tu Tangata110Paul NairnTaking on some quality types recently & was running on late 29 Feb. Danger.
14Mighty LoganP950X1Mighty Logan210John DunnOutstanding win for new trainers last Friday. Back 10m but can overcome.
15Idle Stuartia732197Idle Stuartia310Kyle CameronNothing really worked out for her on the Coast. Tough ask in big field off 10m.
Best Bets: Tu Tangata (13),   Mighty Logan (14),   Aroha Kenny (6),   Mixed Faith (2)
Best Mile Rates: The Bloss (2-01.5),   Mixed Faith (2-01.6),   Missalyssa (2-02.8)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Grettymac (12): BL-On, Missalyssa (5): SL-On, Tu Tangata (13): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

ELI, JACKO & PADDY AT THE RACES MOBILE PACE

$18,500, 3YO & OLDER R48 TO R53, 1980m

For R48 to R53 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 9: ELI, JACKO & PADDY AT THE RACES MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Chase The Stars41X645Chase The Stars1FtBob ButtHandy efforts since resuming & slots into the ace draw. Place bait from #1.
2Bettor Be Sharp665234Bettor Be Sharp2FtGerard O'ReillyRarely runs a bad race, regardless of where he draws. Include in all bet types.
3Tide And Time842303Tide And Time3FtRobbie CloseGot into nice spot & went close last week. Can use gate speed again. Has claims.
4Rakero Rocket12X151Rakero Rocket4FtTom Bamford(J)Sizzling win here last week & is racing in career best form. Keep very safe.
5Major Hipster26X319Major Hipster5FtRicky MayPay to forgive his run last week with few gaps. May slip under radar. Smokey.
6Jovial Jay142X00Jovial Jay6FtTim WilliamsNo luck 22 Feb when resuming but showed no dash last week. Rough odds.
7Teddy Baker1X0866Teddy Baker7FtMatthew WilliamsonHeads north after midfield form in similar grades down south. Needs luck.
8Gotta Elect Bill243444Gotta Elect Bill8FtWilson House(J)Very gritty 4th at Oamaru 06 Mar. Can sprint when needed to. Combos claims.
9Toby Tom B764310Toby Tom B9FtOlivia Thornley(J)Battled when moving back up in grade last week. Draw hurts. First4s best.
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10Dance With The Boss177580Dance With The Boss10FtJohn DunnGot well back last week from tough draw. Reliant on others from this draw. Odds.
11Knockshanbally801190Knockshanbally11FtSam Thornley(J)Forgettable trip to Oamaru but was left alone in the market. On the bench.
12Stephs Boy156600Stephs Boy12FtSamantha OttleyRacing down on his best form & gets no help in the draws. Hard to recommend.
Best Bets: Rakero Rocket (4),   Bettor Be Sharp (2),   Tide And Time (3),   Chase The Stars (1)
Best Mile Rates: Teddy Baker (1-54.0),   Tide And Time (1-54.3),   Gotta Elect Bill (1-56.3)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Chase The Stars (1): BL-Off, SL-On, Gotta Elect Bill (8): BL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS (MARES) MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 4YO & OLDER MARES R40 TO R55, 1980m

For R40 to R55 4yo-&-older pacing mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 10: GOLD BAND TAXIS (MARES) MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Touch N Go7X4610Touch N Go1FtTim WilliamsWent back & stayed back from wide draw last week. Harder field. First4s from #1.
2Black Pearl098X59Black Pearl2Ft  
3Princess Meritaten4X1222Princess Meritaten3FtBob ButtSmart 2nd in good mares race last week. Draw is ideal. Tough to bowl.
4Dancing Desire074656Dancing Desire4FtSam Thornley(J)Got it wrong on the final bend last week. Steady efforts prior. Top3/4 preferred
5What A Minx538141What A Minx5FtMatthew WilliamsonHeld on to win at Reefton in R42-50 company. Has speed when needed. Place.
6Indiana Arden968X11Indiana Arden6FtJohn MorrisonReturned in fine fettle & takes another step up tonight. Worth considering.
7Pandaia1X318XPandaia7FtSheree TomlinsonInterrupted but handy career to date. No public trials. Big market watch.
Best Bets: Princess Meritaten (3),   Indiana Arden (6),   Pandaia (7),   What A Minx (5)
Best Mile Rates: Dancing Desire (1-55.5),   Pandaia (1-56.1),   What A Minx (1-57.6)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Pandaia (7): FD-Off, RD-On, Touch N Go (1): BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Runner Index
 
Action Major -  Race 1
Aldebaran Floss -  Race 8
American Me -  Race 7
Andy Hall -  Race 6
Arden's Pursuit -  Race 5
Aroha Kenny -  Race 8
Baileys Bay -  Race 3
Beach Ball -  Race 7
Belmont Revolution -  Race 1
Bettor Be Sharp -  Race 9
Bettor Lover -  Race 5
Black Pearl -  Race 10
Carrera Kahu -  Race 5
Chase The Stars -  Race 9
Chris Kyle -  Race 4
Classie Linc -  Race 4
Clyde -  Race 2
Dance With The Boss -  Race 9
Dancing Desire -  Race 10
Dashing Major -  Race 4
Double Quick -  Race 3
Downtown Orlando -  Race 2
El Conqueror -  Race 6
Flying Bird -  Race 5
Galleons Ambassador -  Race 8
George Eliot -  Race 2
Girlshavtime -  Race 1
Give Me Peace -  Race 3
Glengarry Moonlight -  Race 5
Glorys Delight -  Race 4
Gotta Elect Bill -  Race 9
Grettymac -  Race 8
Hanoi Franco -  Race 1
Heisenberg -  Race 7
Helium -  Race 4
Idle Stuartia -  Race 8
Illegal Alien -  Race 2
Indiana Arden -  Race 10
Jaccka Opa -  Race 5
Jimmy Carter -  Race 6
Jovial Jay -  Race 9
Kairaki Confidential -  Race 3
Kairaki Delight -  Race 1
Kirkman -  Race 5
Knockshanbally -  Race 9
Krackaling -  Race 2
Lookslikeatrixter -  Race 2
Lord Mudrick -  Race 5
Love N The Port -  Race 6
Majestic Man -  Race 6
Major Hipster -  Race 9
Martha Stuart -  Race 8
Maui -  Race 6
Midfrew Lucre -  Race 5
Mighty Logan -  Race 8
Mighty Looee -  Race 7
Millwood Goddess -  Race 3
Missalyssa -  Race 8
Mixed Faith -  Race 8
Muscle Sass -  Race 2
Night Watch -  Race 2
Off The Edge -  Race 4
Our Pinocchio -  Race 8
Pandaia -  Race 10
Paris Prince -  Race 8
Partners In Wine -  Race 3
Princess Meritaten -  Race 10
Radioactive Jaffa -  Race 5
Rakero Lightning -  Race 3
Rakero Rocket -  Race 9
Real Moonshine -  Race 2
Regal Sierra -  Race 2
Remission -  Race 1
Royal Del -  Race 8
Salute -  Race 1
Shannon B -  Race 3
Shapely -  Race 3
Star Magic -  Race 5
Stephs Boy -  Race 9
Sunny Louis -  Race 2
Sweet Tartan -  Race 3
Teddy Baker -  Race 9
Tempo Warrior -  Race 4
The Bloss -  Race 8
The Falcon -  Race 7
The Royal Gamble -  Race 2
Tide And Time -  Race 9
Toby Tom B -  Race 9
Touch N Go -  Race 10
Triple G -  Race 4
Tu Tangata -  Race 8
Verducci -  Race 1
What A Minx -  Race 10
Wheels Of Fortune -  Race 7
Who's Delight -  Race 7
Who's Queen -  Race 2
Winning Bones -  Race 8
Wolf Of Wall Street -  Race 5