Auckland Trotting Club Inc
Sunday, 31 December
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- Race 1
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COCA COLA HANDICAP TROT
$16,108, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R58 DISCRETIONARY, 2200m
For R35 to R58 trotters. Automatic qualifiers for the Hot 2 Trot Final ineligible.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 79X675 | Maria Theresa | 1 | Ft | Stephen Argue | Little offered in two starts this campaign. Outside place hope with best tonight |
| 2 |  | 0X0977 | Own The Moment | 2 | Ft | Nathan Delany(J) | Went rough in the trail when last here and no form this time in. Hard to have. |
| 3 | | 854388 | Dolly P | U1 | Ft | Maria Perriton | Was in solid form prior to missing away, 8 Dec. Fringe 1st 4 hope with manners. |
| 4 |  | 1512X1 | Monarch Hill | 1 | 15 | Tony Herlihy | In terrific touch prior to spell in Autumn. To the fore in recent w'outs. Rates. |
| 5 |  | 344216 | Voronov | 2 | 15 | Luk Chin | Rewarded on Xmas Eve at Camb. after run of minor placings. Cover in quin's/tri's |
| 6 |  | 732173 | Saninarmbro | 3 | 15 | Roydon Downey | Mid-race break proved costly at Camb, 21 Dec. Nice win here prior; can get some. |
| 7 |  | 211869 | Noble Count | 4 | 15 | Sailesh Abernethy | Denied room when running on at Camb. Requires cover in combination bets here. |
| 8 |  | 332694 | Gaz Man | 1 | 25 | Dylan Ferguson | Undone by tough trip when last here. Has the ability to go close if on his game |
| 9 |  | X46P02 | That's What We Do | U1 | 25 | Josh Dickie | Broke when back here, 15 Dec following mixed Southern campaign. Smart when right |
| Best Bets: Monarch Hill (4), Gaz Man (8), That's What We Do (9), Saninarmbro (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Gaz Man (2-02.9), Saninarmbro (2-05.7), Voronov (2-06.3) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Gaz Man (8): BL-On, Own The Moment (2): NW-Off, Saninarmbro (6): BL-On, That's What We Do (9): HH-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 2
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NZB STANDARDBRED SALES @ KARAKA 18 FEBRUARY 2024 MOBILE PACE
$15,810, 3YO & OLDER UP TO & INCLUDING R49, 2200m
For up to & including R49 pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 374374 | Lou Baby | 1 | Ft | Matthew White | Weakened after copping it parked 2 weeks ago here. Better marble here to use. |
| 2 |  | 263226 | Sunshine Shelby | 2 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Just denied here, 8 Dec and strong effort again, Xmas Eve. Drawn well & in mix. |
| 3 |  | 316323 | Gladys Greenland | 3 | Ft | Sailesh Abernethy | Denied late in last couple trying to lead throughout. Similar tactics likely; EW |
| 4 |  | 953X92 | McKendrick | 4 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Burned punters resuming here dropping out badly. Must keep safe from closer draw |
| 5 |  | 845835 | Benson Dude | 5 | Ft | Scott Phelan | Bagged another cheque 2 weeks back but not as kindly drawn here. 1st 4 fringes. |
| 6 |  | 859778 | Clouding Over | 6 | Ft | Jim Cole | Never got a crack at them here, 8 Dec. Better than formline reads; combo's spice |
| 7 |  | 434351 | Hail Lucius | 7 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Battled away without threatening, 8 Dec after bold 3rd. Even wider draw to use. |
| 8 |  | 7X1557 | Fifth And Final | U1 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Made up some ground after losing touch, 15 Dec. Will need to work hard to figure |
| Best Bets: Gladys Greenland (3), McKendrick (4), Lou Baby (1), Clouding Over (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Lou Baby (1-55.9), Hail Lucius (1-57.6), Benson Dude (1-59.5) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Lou Baby (1): BL-Off, McKendrick (4): BL-Off, SL-On, Sunshine Shelby (2): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 3
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HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM WOODLANDS STUD MOBILE PACE
$13,163, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2200m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 7X5624 | Classic Gold | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 |  | 278245 | The Artful Gambler | 2 | Ft | Sailesh Abernethy | Thwarted late after being pushed to the front at Camb. Place claims from marble |
| 3 |  | 8224 | Ima Sportyangel | 3 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Bring's strong Camb. form here after pacing roughly on debut. Quin's and tri's. |
| 4 | | 3 | Tenacious D | 4 | Ft | Logan Hollis | Qualified back in August with his 2nd at Puke. Combo's cover on debut here. |
| 5 |  | 9X241 | Delightful Reality | 5 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Game resumption and then copped a tough trip 2nd up here. Another in minor's mix |
| 6 |  | 470X22 | Dom Toretto | 6 | Ft | Matthew White | Never shirked from a wide course at Camb, 21 Dec. Can overcome wide draw tonight |
| Best Bets: Dom Toretto (6), Ima Sportyangel (3), The Artful Gambler (2) | |||||||
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- Race 4
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MAGNESS BENROW MOBILE PACE
$16,703, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R59, 2200m
For R51 to R59 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 488413 | Always B Stunning | 1 | Ft | Sailesh Abernethy | Capitalised on a cushy sit at Camb. following tidy 4th here. This harder; 1st 4s |
| 2 | | 418739 | Mandown | 2 | Ft | Matthew White | Battled well to secure 3rd back on 15 Dec. Similarly drawn but more depth here. |
| 3 | | 322214 | Two Eye See | 3 | Ft | Logan Hollis | Finally got across the line with deserved 15 Dec success. Sure to be thereabouts |
| 4 |  | 728175 | My Copy | 4 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | No hope from back on the pegs when last here after lower grade win. Minor's best |
| 5 | | 3X1222 | Throwyaarmsaroundme | 5 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Close but no cigar in last couple following resumption win. Major player tonight |
| 6 | | 213251 | Frankie Major | 6 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Fought nicely when 2.5L 5th, 24 Nov. Freshened and likely to go forward. Place. |
| 7 |  | 1X5126 | Margherita | 7 | Ft | David Butcher | Lightly-raced mare having just her 2nd run here. Has the game to overcome draw. |
| 8 | | 261210 | D J Rock | 8 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Took full advantage of the trail to run down #5, 8 Dec. Tougher from this marble |
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| 9 |  | 264170 | Nelson's Boy | 9 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Never a serious hope after being slow away from the ace. Seeking late gaps again |
| 10 | | 313847 | Lincoln River | 10 | Ft | Nathan Delany(J) | Did a decent job from a wide draw, 15 Dec. Can work and stick; cover in combo's |
| 11 | | 372178 | Dance Till Dawn | 11 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Outkicked in Queen of Hearts after sitting parked. Add. win prior smart; include |
| 12 | | 311181 | Acushla Machree | 12 | Ft | ||
| Best Bets: Throwyaarmsaroundme (5), Dance Till Dawn (11), Margherita (7), Two Eye See (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Mandown (1-56.2), My Copy (1-57.3), Throwyaarmsaroundme (1-57.3) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Always B Stunning (1): RD-Off, D J Rock (8): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 5
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BRECKON FARMS JUVENILE CLASSIC MOBILE PACE
$18,600, 2YO & OLDER, WITH COND., 2200m
For 2yo pacers with up to 2 wins for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes then Sex (fillies and mares drawn inside colts, geldings ) using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 38X43 | Twista | 1 | Ft | Benjamin Butcher | Checked when making a run resuming here, 15 Dec. Support likely from the ace. |
| 2 | | 57 | Major Secret | 2 | Ft | Alicia Harrison(J) | Broke in the trail first-up as fave a fortnight ago. Must cover from handy draw. |
| 3 | | P | What About Me | 3 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Respctable 2nd in 3-horse trial back on 28 Sept. Market best guide for his debut |
| 4 | | 34 | Kashkeeper | 4 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Nice 3rd without all favours to start career, 15 Dec. Another with place claims. |
| 5 | | 6 | Mack Pack | 5 | Ft | Matthew White | Contained in Canty trials. Must respect from stable and sure to attract support. |
| 6 | | 31X1 | Christopher Dance | 6 | Ft | Logan Hollis | Big win here mid-Sept. before being spelled. Recent w'out winner; hard to beat. |
| 7 | | 023212 | Leo Lincoln | 7 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Built nicely to his 15 Dec success here from similar marble. A must for quin's. |
| 8 | | 894315 | Yourdoinamazinsweety | 8 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Never looked anything but a winner here over 1700m, 15 Dec. Full respect again. |
| Best Bets: Christopher Dance (6), Yourdoinamazinsweety (8), Leo Lincoln (7), Twista (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Leo Lincoln (1-59.4) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Christopher Dance (6): RD-On, Major Secret (2): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 6
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THE BOX SEAT HOT 2 TROT FINAL HANDICAP TROT
$52,625, 3YO & OLDER R41 TO R58 DISCRETIONARY, 2700m
For R41 to R58 trotters. Refer Hot To Trot series conditions with this programme.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 532390 | Luby Lill | 1 | Ft | Tony Cameron | Blotted her copy-book at Camb. with early mistake. Can remain prominent thru'out |
| 2 | | 133532 | Faith In Manchester | 2 | Ft | Todd Mitchell | Good again 2 weeks ago here and one of a plethora of place hopes in full field. |
| 3 |  | 417626 | Sans Au Revoir | 3 | Ft | Roydon Downey | Chased boldly when 2nd, 15 Dec. Best manners could secure a thin piece of combos |
| 4 |  | 912255 | Dhoni Trouble | U1 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Battled closer after slow beginning 2 weeks ago. Has nice sprint & can go close. |
| 5 |  | 211510 | The River Boy | 1 | 10 | Matthew White | Too strong in 2nd look at the track, 15 Dec. This is harder but support likely. |
| 6 | | 524767 | Jasinova | 2 | 10 | Luk Chin | Mistake at Camb. after being run down over this trip here. Rough place prospects |
| 7 |  | 416810 | Romeo Foxtrot | 3 | 10 | David Butcher | Too strong from the front at Camb, 21 Dec. First win here came 24 Nov. 1st 4's. |
| 8 | | X57620 | Cyclone Lucky Linda | 4 | 10 | Zachary Butcher | Found Sacred Mountain too classy, Xmas Eve but hinted of return to form. Roughie |
| 9 | | 451248 | Regal Girl | 5 | 10 | Tony Herlihy | Stuck on from the parked position, 15 Dec. In good touch and must be included. |
| 10 |  | 973110 | Castana | 6 | 10 | Benjamin Butcher | Backed up 8 Dec win with sharp sprint a week later. Hat-trick wouldn't surprise. |
| 11 | | 332694 | Gaz Man | 7 | 10 | ||
| 12 |  | 374344 | Bangkok Betty | 8 | 10 | Jay Abernethy | Never too far away from the action and requires consideration for minor's again. |
| 13 | | X46P02 | That's What We Do | U1 | 10 | ||
| 14 |  | 228133 | Kiss And Run | U2 | 10 | Peter Ferguson | Game effort when backing up her 8 Dec success with a 3rd. Another in the mix. |
| 15 |  | 55X229 | Break Free | U3 | 10 | Andre Poutama | Caught punters off guard fresh-up and bold again a week later. Don't discount. |
| 16 |  | 215540 | KD Royalty | U4 | 10 | Nicky Chilcott | Useful here, 15 Dec. and run down at Camb. subsequently. Rough first 4 player. |
| 17 |  | 001231 | Bet N Win | U5 | 10 | Bob Butt | Caught the eye rushing into 3rd here, 15 Dec. Will carry strong support on that. |
| Best Bets: Bet N Win (17), Castana (10), Regal Girl (9), The River Boy (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Jasinova (2-03.1), Sans Au Revoir (2-04.4), Castana (2-04.8) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Faith In Manchester (2): SL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: The River Boy to Matthew White at Clevedon, Bet N Win to Matthew White at Clevedon | |||||||
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- Race 7
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LINCOLN FARMS 2023 FRANKLIN CUP HANDICAP PACE (Gr2)
$55,800, 3YO & OLDER R60 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2700m
For R60 & faster pacers. Please Note: This race has a maximum back mark of 30m.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 263365 | Simply Sam | 1 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Didn't get a crack at rivals, Xmas Eve. Form strong here and in the minor's mix. |
| 2 | | 579648 | Hooray Henry | 2 | Ft | David Butcher | Battled away when 4th at Camb. A few others here look sharper and happy risking. |
| 3 | | 057424 | Bach | U1 | Ft | Matthew White | Just denied here 2 weeks ago. Can give them something to chase with clean step. |
| 4 |  | 401056 | Cos I Can | U2 | Ft | Benjamin Butcher | Did as well as he could at Camb. Bit hit and miss from a stand but place hope. |
| 5 |  | 411321 | Don't Stop Dreaming | 1 | 15 | Tony Herlihy | Game behind Merlin at Add. No doubting his class and can push stable-mate here. |
| 6 | | 5X1202 | Old Town Road | 2 | 15 | Zachary Butcher | Had an excuse on Cup Day. Smart type & Friday's trial indicates readiness. Cover |
| 7 | | 506447 | Allamericanlover | 3 | 15 | Josh Dickie | Gallant 4th in Queen of Hearts following close 4th. Can add spice to exotic bets |
| 8 |  | 111223 | Akuta | 1 | 30 | Mark Purdon | Mid-race gallop came back to bite on Show Day. The logical one despite handicap |
| Best Bets: Akuta (8), Don't Stop Dreaming (5), Old Town Road (6), Allamericanlover (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Old Town Road (1-59.4), Bach (1-59.8), Cos I Can (1-59.9) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Akuta - 1st of 3, N Cnty TOA, 12/12/23, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-33.5, 800m: 57.7, 400m: 27.8, Margins: 4 1/4len, 1 3/4len. | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Don't Stop Dreaming to Barry Purdon & Scott Phelan at Clevedon, Akuta to Barry Purdon & Scott Phelan at Clevedon | |||||||
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- Race 8
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MAJESTIC HORSE FLOATS 2023 GREENLANE CUP HANDICAP TROT (Gr3)
$43,875, R55 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2700m
For R55 & faster trotters. Please Note: This race has a maximum back mark of 30m.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 661764 | Kimkar Dash | 1 | Ft | Derek Balle | Devoid of luck since her win here, 23 Nov. Hard-pressed but small field a help. |
| 2 |  | 175X55 | Con Grazia Love | 2 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Tidy effort resuming here, 15 Dec. with strong support. Can play a minor role. |
| 3 |  | 1011X1 | Dream Of You | U1 | 10 | ||
| 4 | | 2X6L13 | Sacred Mountain | U2 | 10 | Nicky Chilcott | Back in business with Xmas Eve win at Camb. Tough mare and needs full respect. |
| 5 | | 231421 | Resolve | 1 | 20 | Bob Butt | Run down by Dream Of You furthering strong form-line. Should dispute the finish. |
| 6 |  | 1583L2 | All Cashed Up(AUS) | U1 | 20 | Crystal Hackett(J) | Didn't get underway here, 15 Dec. Game 3rd prior and capable of taking this out. |
| Best Bets: Resolve (5), All Cashed Up(AUS) (6), Sacred Mountain (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Resolve (2-02.4), All Cashed Up(AUS) (2-03.6), Sacred Mountain (2-04.2) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
Runner Index
Acushla Machree - Race 4
Akuta - Race 7
Allamericanlover - Race 7
All Cashed Up(AUS) - Race 8
Always B Stunning - Race 4
Bach - Race 7
Bangkok Betty - Race 6
Benson Dude - Race 2
Bet N Win - Race 6
Break Free - Race 6
Castana - Race 6
Christopher Dance - Race 5
Classic Gold - Race 3
Clouding Over - Race 2
Con Grazia Love - Race 8
Cos I Can - Race 7
Cyclone Lucky Linda - Race 6
Dance Till Dawn - Race 4
Delightful Reality - Race 3
Dhoni Trouble - Race 6
D J Rock - Race 4
Dolly P - Race 1
Dom Toretto - Race 3
Don't Stop Dreaming - Race 7
Dream Of You - Race 8
Faith In Manchester - Race 6
Fifth And Final - Race 2
Frankie Major - Race 4
Gladys Greenland - Race 2
Hail Lucius - Race 2
Hooray Henry - Race 7
Ima Sportyangel - Race 3
Jasinova - Race 6
Kashkeeper - Race 5
KD Royalty - Race 6
Kimkar Dash - Race 8
Kiss And Run - Race 6
Leo Lincoln - Race 5
Lincoln River - Race 4
Lou Baby - Race 2
Luby Lill - Race 6
Mack Pack - Race 5
Major Secret - Race 5
Mandown - Race 4
Margherita - Race 4
Maria Theresa - Race 1
McKendrick - Race 2
Monarch Hill - Race 1
My Copy - Race 4
Nelson's Boy - Race 4
Noble Count - Race 1
Old Town Road - Race 7
Own The Moment - Race 1
Regal Girl - Race 6
Resolve - Race 8
Romeo Foxtrot - Race 6
Sacred Mountain - Race 8
Saninarmbro - Race 1
Sans Au Revoir - Race 6
Simply Sam - Race 7
Sunshine Shelby - Race 2
Tenacious D - Race 3
The Artful Gambler - Race 3
The River Boy - Race 6
Throwyaarmsaroundme - Race 4
Twista - Race 5
Two Eye See - Race 4
Voronov - Race 1
What About Me - Race 5
Yourdoinamazinsweety - Race 5