Auckland Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 28 February
- Race Number:
- Race 1
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HARNESS MILLIONS FRIDAY 21 MARCH AT ALEXANDRA PARK MOB PACE
$15,000, 3YO & OLDER UP TO & INCLUDING R48, WITH COND. MOBILE, 2200m
For up to & including R48 3yo-&-older pacers. Also horses with 1 win for lifetime. The winner will get a rating penalty free win if 4YO and older, and driven by a Junior Driver, and has not previously won a rating penalty free race this season.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 177788 | Tugawar | 1 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Freshened after 20Dec 8th here. Likely to need a couple under his belt; watching |
| 2 |  | 732180 | Major Break | 2 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Failed to flatter in last two grass starts. Drawn handy and rough place hope. |
| 3 |  | 2392X2 | Without You | 3 | Ft | Mark Purdon | Beaten at a short quote last week. Likely improvement makes her one to beat here |
| 4 |  | 454388 | Mantra | 4 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Fair efforts in last two runs of 2024. Never too far away and first 4 contender. |
| 5 |  | 209301 | In The Summertime | 5 | Ft | Alicia Harrison(J) | Overcame wide draw closing too sharply 2 weeks ago here. This is harder; minors. |
| 6 |  | 8X1X24 | Infamee | 6 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Run down into 4th last week following similar on resumption. Wider draw tonight. |
| 7 |  | 221523 | Lukaku | 7 | Ft | Todd Macfarlane | Strong placings in last couple of runs here. This is likely to test from wider. |
| 8 |  | X94364 | Dominus | 8 | Ft | Tony Cameron | Had his chance last week and from this alley it looks a difficult assignment. |
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| 9 |  | 342723 | Kevin Kline | 9 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Fought nicely for another placing 7 days ago. Draw hurts and seeking late gaps. |
| 10 |  | 938002 | Colin McBride | 10 | Ft | Todd Mitchell | Into the black-book with gritty 3rd on course debut. A must for exactas and tris |
| 11 | | 1 | Tennesseeghostpepper | 11 | Ft | Sailesh Abernethy | Created an impression winning on debut back on 3 Jan. Can be competitive again. |
| 12 | | 541765 | Diamonds Are Forever | 12 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Battled solidly from the ace last week and will need favours from this marble. |
| 13 |  | 122534 | Messenger Buoy | 13 | Ft | Leah Hibell(J) | Chopped back in last two runs here and this sets up differently. First 4 fringes |
| Best Bets: Without You (3), Colin McBride (10), Tennesseeghostpepper (11), Kevin Kline (9) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Diamonds Are Forever (1-58.7), Tugawar (1-58.9), Messenger Buoy (1-59.0) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
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- Race 2
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MAJESTIC HORSE FLOATS HANDICAP TROT
$17,000, R47 TO R57 DISCRETIONARY, 2200m
For R47 to R57 trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 697152 | Aradne | 1 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Strong bid behind #7 a fortnight ago and in that form should figure once again. |
| 2 |  | 000179 | Yurok | 2 | Ft | Sailesh Abernethy | Has lacked dash since winning and would need a major turnaround to feature here. |
| 3 |  | 846296 | Saninarmbro | 3 | Ft | Roydon Downey | Wilted from the trail after pressing to lead, 31Dec. Place hope in a fresh state |
| 4 |  | 17466X | Ultimate Moment | 4 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Resumes tonight. Battled towards end of last campaign; outside first 4 prospect. |
| 5 |  | 701064 | Itaintnecessarilyso | U1 | Ft | Todd Mitchell | Got it wrong again last week and no final zip after. Capable with clean getaway. |
| 6 |  | 649662 | Voronov | 1 | 10 | Emily Johnson(J) | Best of a beaten bunch a week ago here. Tough trip prior and in the equation. |
| 7 |  | 322211 | Romeo Foxtrot | 2 | 10 | Harrison Orange(J) | In a rich vein of form as an 8yo and manners make him capable of a hat-trick. |
| 8 |  | X87865 | Nazareth | U1 | 10 | Zachary Butcher | Continues to prove costly but if best version turns up he will prove troublesome |
| Best Bets: Romeo Foxtrot (7), Aradne (1), Voronov (6), Saninarmbro (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Voronov (2-01.2), Yurok (2-03.3), Itaintnecessarilyso (2-03.3) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Nazareth (8): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 3
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THE ALEX BAR & EATERY MOBILE PACE
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2200m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 26255X | Always B Magic | 1 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Trial winner at Puke, 20 Feb, and resuming from the ace will attract big support |
| 2 |  | 66X4 | St John Eight | 2 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Useful first-up run for new campaign here, 14 Feb. Same marble and can improve. |
| 3 |  | 7 | Carrera Hombre | 3 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Did a decent enough job on debut last week. Better drawn and a clear contender. |
| 4 |  | 6752X8 | I Can Too | 4 | Ft | David Butcher | Should be improved from first run in 6 months. Consider for combination bets. |
| 5 |  | 6576X6 | Ann Frank | 5 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Solid from a wide alley 2 weeks ago resuming. Can run into a minor with favours. |
| 6 | | 5046X9 | Hearts N Aces | 6 | Ft | Benjamin Butcher | Didn't threaten after improving wide 600m out last week. Required more from draw |
| 7 | | 2 | Iron Heart | 7 | Ft | Tim Williams | Took advantage of the ace to almost win on debut last week. Minors from marble |
| 8 |  | 7X5 | Secret Bid | 8 | Ft | Taitlyn Hanara(J) | Copped a tough commencing new campaign, 14 Feb. Tough ask again from widest. |
| Best Bets: Always B Magic (1), Carrera Hombre (3), St John Eight (2), Iron Heart (7) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Always B Magic - 1st of 6, Auckland, 20/02/25, 2050m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-35.0, 800m: 57.7, 400m: 29.3, Margins: 1/2len, head, 5 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Iron Heart (7): BL-Off, St John Eight (2): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 4
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NATIONAL STYLE STAKES FRI 25 APRIL AT ALEX PARK TROT
$15,000, UP TO & INCLUDING R46, WITH COND., 2200m
For up to & including R46 trotters. Also horses with 1 win for lifetime.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 250X26 | Hillbilly Blues | 1 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Out of play early last week unable to back up resumption 2nd. Can bounce back. |
| 2 |  | 744513 | Rewiri Hill | 2 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Nice run up in grade last week following easy Hawera success. Must be included. |
| 3 | | 686662 | Brienne | 3 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Freshened following 20Dec 2nd. Generally safe and with favours can find a minor. |
| 4 |  | 1966X2 | Miss Bebe | 4 | Ft | David Butcher | Impressed finishing 2nd after over 5 months away. Clear winning hope on that run |
| 5 | | 051644 | Barsukov | 5 | Ft | Luk Chin | Last run here over this trip was a 2.4L 4th and he's racing solidly. Minors hope |
| 6 | | 750930 | Bangkok Betty | 6 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Given some time off following miss here 20 Dec. Can bob up but prefer to watch. |
| 7 | | 392151 | Eyre I Will | 7 | Ft | Sailesh Abernethy | Completed 2024 in style with emphatic 2200m win here. Will carry strong support. |
| 8 |  | 287215 | Conrad H | 8 | Ft | ||
| 9 |  | 633235 | Patrick Mahomes | 9 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Run down when last here following string of minor placings. Throw in to combos. |
| 10 |  | 802343 | Sassy Star | U1 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Has turned a corner with another placing last week. She can play a role. |
| Best Bets: Miss Bebe (4), Eyre I Will (7), Hillbilly Blues (1), Rewiri Hill (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Eyre I Will (2-01.8), Barsukov (2-03.3), Bangkok Betty (2-04.3) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Bangkok Betty (6): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 5
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NORTH ISLAND STANDARDBRED BREEDERS ASSOCIATION MOB PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R49 TO R59 MOBILE, 2200m
For R49 to R59 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating using the track grid. The winner will get a rating penalty free win if 4YO and older, and driven by a Junior Driver, and has not previously won a rating penalty free race this season.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 855774 | Idolou | 1 | Ft | Nicky Chilcott | Didn't quit over 1700m last week despite sitting parked. Minors from ace alley. |
| 2 | | 925221 | Lincoln Lou | 2 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Gained a deserved win last week dominating from the front. Can handle grade rise |
| 3 | | 14760X | Always B Misty | 3 | Ft | Tim Williams | Back to scene of both wins after finding it tough at HQ back in Oct. W'out win. |
| 4 |  | 472153 | Always B Charlie | 4 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Close from contrasting trips in latest Camb. outings. Can earn first cheque here |
| 5 | | 763345 | Iron Brigade | 5 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Driven to lead, 14 Feb following bad luck. Similar marble to use. Don't ignore |
| 6 |  | 431843 | Minjee | 6 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Reeled in over 1700m 2 weeks ago. Tidy 4th prior so consider for minors tonight. |
| 7 | | 894135 | Matai Phil | 7 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Plugged after getting back, 7 Feb. In good touch prior and seeking last say here |
| Best Bets: Always B Misty (3), Iron Brigade (5), Lincoln Lou (2), Idolou (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Idolou (1-56.5), Always B Charlie (1-57.8), Matai Phil (1-58.5) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Always B Misty (3): BL-On, Matai Phil (7): SL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 6
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HR FISKEN & SONS NORTHERN TROTTING BREEDERS STAKES HCP TROT (Gr3)
$40,000, R45 & FASTER FILLIES & MARES DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2700m
For R45 & faster trotting fillies & mares. Please Note: Maximum back mark 30m.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 641861 | Sans Au Revoir | 1 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Found space on the pegs to register 3rd course win last week. Rough place chance |
| 2 | | 060343 | It Ain't Me Babe | U1 | Ft | Todd Macfarlane | Has been good without looking a winner this month. Throw into combinations again |
| 3 | | 716752 | Jasinova | U2 | Ft | Luk Chin | Game 2nd this trip behind #1 last week. Outside place contender off the front. |
| 4 |  | 00000X | Walkinonsunshine | U1 | 10 | Tony Herlihy | Spelled after Cup Day failure. Has won two here and has had w'out. Market watch. |
| 5 | | 959642 | American Muscle | 1 | 20 | Tony Cameron | Bold 2nd returning here, 14 Feb. Gives her best and needed for tri's and 1st 4s. |
| 6 |  | 463771 | High Energy | 2 | 20 | Zachary Butcher | Rewarded the faithful on day 2 at Hawera with authoritative win. Obvious danger. |
| 7 |  | 253141 | One More Moment | 3 | 20 | Josh Dickie | Earned a freshen up after Camb, success mid-Jan. Group1 winner in Dec. Respect. |
| 8 |  | 361121 | Belle Neige | 4 | 20 | Crystal Hackett(J) | Furthered strong formline gripping on here, 7 Feb. Looks set for her hat-trick. |
| 9 | | 113167 | Faith In Manchester | U1 | 20 | Todd Mitchell | Backed and beaten 2 weeks ago. Won't mind extra journey and tough type. Combos. |
| Best Bets: Belle Neige (8), One More Moment (7), High Energy (6), American Muscle (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: One More Moment (2-02.7), Faith In Manchester (2-03.0), Jasinova (2-03.1) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Belle Neige (8): SL-On, Walkinonsunshine (4): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Walkinonsunshine to Robert & Jenna Dunn at Pukekohe | |||||||
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- Race 7
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IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION MOBILE PACE
$20,000, 3YO & OLDER R60 & FASTER, 2200m
For R60 & faster pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 212131 | Colonel Lincoln | 1 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Up in class following gritty win 7 days ago. Aided by the ace he can fill a drum |
| 2 |  | 2X2111 | Greased Lightnin | 2 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Seeking 4th win on the bounce and can push the higher assessed horses tonight. |
| 3 | | 334421 | Always B You | 3 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Unrelenting from the front here, 21 Feb after run of minor's. In the combos mix. |
| 4 |  | 403794 | Skipper | 4 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | A distance behind #2 a fortnight ago here and more required to push for honours. |
| 5 | | 6761P2 | Invisible | 5 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Crunched late by Greased Lightning, 14 Feb. Can mix it and stick. Quins/tris. |
| 6 | | X13221 | Rubira | 6 | Ft | Mark Purdon | Driven like the best horse when last here and duly obliged. Double-up is likely. |
| 7 | | 2X542X | Ohoka Connor | 7 | Ft | Tim Williams | First look here but terrific down South winning 10 from 19. Class gets him close |
| Best Bets: Rubira (6), Ohoka Connor (7), Greased Lightnin (2), Invisible (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Always B You (1-57.0), Skipper (1-57.3), Ohoka Connor (1-57.6) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Ohoka Connor - 1st of 2, NZ Metro, 18/12/24, 1980m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-30.1, 800m: 56.9, 400m: 28.6, Margins: 1 1/4len. | |||||||
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- Race 8
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BORDER FENCING SERVICES TROT
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2200m
For 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | Im A Rockstar | 1 | Ft | Taitlyn Hanara(J) | 3 w'out 2nd's before miss, 20 Feb. Tricky draw for debut but can't be dismissed | |
| 2 |  | 59 | Royal Petite | 2 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Has had support but not full manners in two runs to date. Allow another chance. |
| 3 |  | 566552 | Light O Love | 3 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Bold run from a cushy trip at Camb, 27 Jan. Now with A Poutama. Cover in combos. |
| 4 |  | 0X2563 | Monaro Meg | 4 | Ft | Dylan Ferguson | Good effort last week on course debut to snare 3rd. Looks hard to beat on that. |
| 5 | | 4X | Kissmeiloveyou | 5 | Ft | Todd Macfarlane | Given time following Sept debut. Nice w'out win, 12 Feb will ensure good support |
| 6 | | Shes All Legs | 6 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Midfield w'out position, 20 Feb. Meets a moderate line-up on debut. Blow-out. | |
| 7 |  | 806025 | Hayley Mhor | U1 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | More experienced that rivals and has 6 placings to boot. Win hope with manners. |
| 8 |  | 8 | Majestic Cracker | U2 | Ft | Bernie Hackett | Couldn't stay trotting on debut last week. Must respect stable and can show up. |
| Best Bets: Kissmeiloveyou (5), Hayley Mhor (7), Monaro Meg (4), Royal Petite (2) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Kissmeiloveyou (5): BL-Off, Majestic Cracker (8): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
Always B Charlie - Race 5
Always B Magic - Race 3
Always B Misty - Race 5
Always B You - Race 7
American Muscle - Race 6
Ann Frank - Race 3
Aradne - Race 2
Bangkok Betty - Race 4
Barsukov - Race 4
Belle Neige - Race 6
Brienne - Race 4
Carrera Hombre - Race 3
Colin McBride - Race 1
Colonel Lincoln - Race 7
Conrad H - Race 4
Diamonds Are Forever - Race 1
Dominus - Race 1
Eyre I Will - Race 4
Faith In Manchester - Race 6
Greased Lightnin - Race 7
Hayley Mhor - Race 8
Hearts N Aces - Race 3
High Energy - Race 6
Hillbilly Blues - Race 4
I Can Too - Race 3
Idolou - Race 5
Im A Rockstar - Race 8
Infamee - Race 1
In The Summertime - Race 1
Invisible - Race 7
Iron Brigade - Race 5
Iron Heart - Race 3
It Ain't Me Babe - Race 6
Itaintnecessarilyso - Race 2
Jasinova - Race 6
Kevin Kline - Race 1
Kissmeiloveyou - Race 8
Light O Love - Race 8
Lincoln Lou - Race 5
Lukaku - Race 1
Majestic Cracker - Race 8
Major Break - Race 1
Mantra - Race 1
Matai Phil - Race 5
Messenger Buoy - Race 1
Minjee - Race 5
Miss Bebe - Race 4
Monaro Meg - Race 8
Nazareth - Race 2
Ohoka Connor - Race 7
One More Moment - Race 6
Patrick Mahomes - Race 4
Rewiri Hill - Race 4
Romeo Foxtrot - Race 2
Royal Petite - Race 8
Rubira - Race 7
Saninarmbro - Race 2
Sans Au Revoir - Race 6
Sassy Star - Race 4
Secret Bid - Race 3
Shes All Legs - Race 8
Skipper - Race 7
St John Eight - Race 3
Tennesseeghostpepper - Race 1
Tugawar - Race 1
Ultimate Moment - Race 2
Voronov - Race 2
Walkinonsunshine - Race 6
Without You - Race 1
Yurok - Race 2