NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 27 March
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- Race 1
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HRS CONSTRUCTION MOBILE TROT
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R45, 1980m
For R35 to R45 3yo-&-older trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 17 | Living On A Prayer | 1 | Ft | Robbie Close | Just OK in first go out of maidens at Oamaru. Soft draw. Add to combos. |
| 2 |  | 2120 | He's My Creation | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Never pulled out 17 Mar trials. Chance to use gate speed & settle. Has claims. |
| 3 |  | 977962 | Crown The Moment | 3 | Ft | Ben Hope | Building towards another win, judging by 18 Mar 2nd. Worth considering. |
| 4 |  | 1 | I'm Connected | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Won on debut in style and gets behind the mobile again. A key contender. |
| 5 |  | 903395 | Kowhai Summit | 5 | Ft | Henry Sail(J) | A year since his last win, but ran on well here 13 Mar. May be over the odds. |
| 6 |  | P83136 | He Aint Fakin | 6 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Too hard after mid-race error down south. Gets in brilliantly here. Top pick. |
| 7 |  | 17272P | Aspirational Dream | U1 | Ft | John Morrison | Botched the stand start 13 Mar so may enjoy mobile here. Combos claims. |
| 8 |  | X081D1 | Tetrick(AUS) | U2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Bonus run in this grade after easy front-running win 13 Feb. Adds to puzzle. |
| 9 |  | 174635 | Tu Tangata | U3 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Found the line smartly last week. May get back from this draw. Top 3/4. |
| 10 |  | 9P6590 | Forgiveness | U4 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Struggled in last two starts here off 10m. Looking for luck from 2nd row. |
| Best Bets: He Aint Fakin (6), I'm Connected (4), Tetrick(AUS) (8), He's My Creation (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Aspirational Dream (1-58.2), Tu Tangata (2-00.2), Forgiveness (2-00.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: He's My Creation (2): RD-Off, BL-Off, P-On, FD-On, Living On A Prayer (1): FD-Off, RD-On Legend | |||||||
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HORSES PERFORM BETTER ON BETAVET PACE
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2000m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 45 | There He Goes | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Done little wrong in two starts to date. Manners helps with inside draw. Chance. |
| 2 |  | 470X24 | Always B Hayley | 2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Returned to racing with more reliability and stamina. Combos must in this. |
| 3 |  | 332490 | Royal Belle | 3 | Ft | Kerry Hadfield | Form has flattened out a little behind the mobiles. First4 fringes with luck. |
| 4 | | 3 | Marble Arch | 4 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Grabbed late after leading as favourite 15 March. Repeat tactics possible. EW. |
| 5 |  | Fei Long | 5 | Ft | John Morrison | Trio of 3rds in his trials ahead of debut. Good late 13 Mar trials. Top 3/4. | |
| 6 |  | 6X3 | Toffee Potts | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Strips fitter after handy Motukarara 3rd. Stepped safely at trials. Worth a look |
| 7 |  | 22 | Last Honours | 7 | Ft | John Dunn | Gave a sight despite early error at Motukarara. Slow getaway a concern. Place. |
| 8 |  | 7 | Rakero Falcon | 8 | Ft | ||
| 9 |  | 3 | Barracuda | 9 | Ft | Blair Orange | Solid 3rd on debut on Sunday. This looks slightly deeper. Combos contender. |
| 10 |  | Tsitsipas | 10 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Flashed late for 2nd when qualifying at first attempt 17 Mar. Could surprise. | |
| Best Bets: Marble Arch (4), Toffee Potts (6), There He Goes (1), Barracuda (9) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Tsitsipas - 2nd of 6, M Cant TOA, 17/03/26, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-06.1, 800m: 57.2, 400m: 27.9, Margins: 2 len, 1 len, 4 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Toffee Potts (6): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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WOODLANDS STUD MOBILE TROT
$17,000, 2YO, 1980m
For 2-year-old trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Donovan | 1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Full brother to Father Time & has been tidy winning two trials. A major player. | |
| 2 |  | Jet Stream | 2 | Ft | Alan Clark | Plenty of practice at trials & workouts. Tried hard for 2nd 17 Mar trials. Place | |
| 3 | | Royal Monarch | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Just one public appearance, where he was just nabbed late. Market watch on debut | |
| 4 |  | Classical Gal | 4 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Round safely in 18 Mar qualifier after late error at first try 03 Mar. Roughie. | |
| 5 | | Celtic Prince | 5 | Ft | Peter Davis | Got his ticket to the races in December. Yet to fire in 2026 trials. Take notes. | |
| 6 | | T K Supersonic | 6 | Ft | John Morrison | Won both public starts, including beating #2 at 17 Mar trials. Danger on debut. | |
| Best Bets: Donovan (1), T K Supersonic (6), Royal Monarch (3), Jet Stream (2) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: T K Supersonic - 1st of 4, M Cant TOA, 17/03/26, 1700m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-14.8, 800m: 61.4, 400m: 29.5, Margins: 2 len, 4 len, distance. | |||||||
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- Race 4
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COMMODORE AIRPORT - HOTEL SUPPORTING OWNERS' NIGHT PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R45, 2000m
For R35 to R45 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 422737 | Fitzthebill | 1 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Popping up on occasions through 2026. Down in grade from Methven. Place. |
| 2 |  | 837471 | Carlin | 2 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Professional effort to score at Methven. Could repeat tactics here. Each way. |
| 3 |  | 587098 | Zoom X | 3 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Lost his way a little after spring form had merit. Give another chance though. |
| 4 | | 1 | Spicey Lou | 4 | Ft | Tim Williams | Too good on debut despite mistake. Into grade racing here, but can double up. |
| 5 | | 237291 | Foliejon Star | 5 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Bounced back with Methven after threatening in previous runs. Keep safe. |
| 6 | | 998X24 | Rena | 6 | Ft | Ben Hope | Impossible to miss her sizzling 4th here 13 Mar. Has won from a stand. EW. |
| 7 | | 254731 | Goorambat Art | 7 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Gritty as they come to win here 18 Mar. A touch harder here. Trifectas/First4s. |
| 8 |  | 448516 | Major Li | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Honest 6th at Methven in first go out of maidens. Others may have his measure. |
| 9 | | 60406X | Joyride(AUS) | 9 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Pounced late for 17 Mar trial win since fair Aus spring campaign. Right in this. |
| 10 | | 411776 | Delightful Dreams | 10 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Steady attempts at Waterlea. Has won off a short break before. Combos best. |
| 11 |  | 622171 | Heaven | 11 | Ft | John Dunn | Experienced campaigner & an easy winner last week. Genuine place claims. |
| Best Bets: Spicey Lou (4), Joyride(AUS) (9), Foliejon Star (5), Rena (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Fitzthebill (2-00.1), Goorambat Art (2-01.5), Carlin (2-02.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Joyride(AUS) - 1st of 4, M Cant TOA, 17/03/26, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-10.7, 800m: 56.8, 400m: 26.9, Margins: head, 1/2len, 1 1/2len. | |||||||
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- Race 5
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CONTINENTAL EVENT HIRE MOBILE TROT
$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R46 TO R59, 1980m
For R46 to R59 3yo-&-older trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 621434 | B D Hall | 1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Had his chance here 13 Mar. On mobile debut & #1 gives options. Consider. |
| 2 | | 424467 | Waterloo Station | 2 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Only plugged when clear last week. This grade helps, but needs a length or 2. |
| 3 |  | 554354 | Rachmaninov | 3 | Ft | John Morrison | Another gritty effort here 20 Mar & will find this more suitable. Always a hope. |
| 4 |  | 772239 | One El | 4 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Mid-race work took its toll last week. Had been a nice surprise prior. Trifectas |
| 5 |  | 99X886 | Zoltan Boscik | 5 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Not quite the same pep this time in. This is a good set-up for him. Place claims |
| 6 |  | 2X1811 | Ah Dinnae Ken | 6 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Brings bold southern form to this & is capable from the mobile. Key threat. |
| 7 | | 221342 | Freya | 7 | Ft | Ben Hope | Emerged late for smart 2nd last week. Loves the mobile start. Has claims. |
| 8 |  | 192511 | Prestigious | U1 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | On mobile debut but has charged through the grades. Capable of featuring. |
| Best Bets: Ah Dinnae Ken (6), Prestigious (8), Freya (7), B D Hall (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Rachmaninov (2-00.1), Freya (2-00.5), Waterloo Station (2-02.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Freya (7): P-Off, BL-On, Zoltan Boscik (5): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 6
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PENINSULAR BEACHFRONT RESORT MOOLOOLABA MOBILE PACE
$19,000, 3YO & OLDER R49 TO R65, 1980m
For R49 to R65 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 810851 | Quinn | 1 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Stylish winner midweek last week. Decent jump in grade, but place from #1. |
| 2 | | 875207 | Matai Harry | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Found the line well enough last week. Much stronger grade here. First4s. |
| 3 |  | 666353 | Bryce's Meddle | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Tried hard behind #8 here 13 Mar. Early speed the query? Combos claims. |
| 4 |  | 112431 | John Stewart | 4 | Ft | Robbie Close | Used gate speed to score here 13 Mar. Similar set-up tonight. Each way. |
| 5 |  | 585000 | Next Level | 5 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Battling efforts since a 5th here in early December. Prefer to watch for now. |
| 6 |  | 133107 | Lonnekers | 6 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Did it tough outside the leader 20 Mar. Possesses a good sprint. Upset hope. |
| 7 |  | 001965 | Warrior Chief | 7 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Worked home well enough last week. Awkward draw, but may be over the odds. |
| 8 |  | 680013 | Diamonds Are Forever | 8 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Huge late to nab 3rd here 20 Mar. May settle back and swoop. Top pick. |
| 9 |  | 110968 | Amass | 9 | Ft | John Morrison | Couldn't go on after early gate speed 20 Mar. Place hope with more stamina. |
| Best Bets: Diamonds Are Forever (8), John Stewart (4), Amass (9), Warrior Chief (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Amass (1-54.5), John Stewart (1-55.0), Warrior Chief (1-56.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Warrior Chief (7): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 7
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SEAHORSE SUPPLEMENTS HANDICAP TROT
$20,000, 3YO & OLDER R60 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R60 & faster 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 233190 | Helloveamoment | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley | No hope after double errors 13 Mar. Found his mojo in early 2026. Combos. |
| 2 |  | 413872 | Nellie Doyle | 1 | 10 | Blair Orange | Just missed off 30m here. Smaller field helps & is 10m closer. Worth a look. |
| 3 | | 292153 | Mr Love | 1 | 35 | Ben Hope | Didn't give up in the Group 1 27 Feb. Three-time winner at 2600m. On top. |
| 4 | | 731426 | Midnight Dash | 2 | 35 | Gemma Thornley(J) | Fair 6th after getting well back 27 Feb. Usually runs on though. Quins/tris. |
| 5 |  | 208212 | Eurostyle | 3 | 35 | Kimberly Butt | Beaten by a record-breaking champ 27 Feb. Adds to small but competitive field. |
| Best Bets: Mr Love (3), Eurostyle (5), Nellie Doyle (2), Midnight Dash (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Midnight Dash (1-59.6), Eurostyle (2-00.7), Mr Love (2-01.6) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Mr Love (3): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 8
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GREG & LEIGH AYERS WISHING ALL OWNERS GOOD LUCK MOBILE PACE
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2600m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 09 | King's Command | 1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Round safely here 13 Mar from tough 2nd row draw. Big draw upgrade. Upset. |
| 2 |  | 5X | Ashley Frank | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Full brother to Group 1 winner. Held off talented race winner at trials. On top. |
| 3 | | 8X | Song Of Seas | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Qualified back in August but comfortably held in recent hitouts. Rough odds. |
| 4 | | 264284 | Harry's Girl | 4 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Thereabouts in maiden grade & found the line well last week. Add to combos. |
| 5 | | Perestrelo | 5 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Won 2 of her trials, including holding on in solid time 10 Mar. Worth a look. | |
| 6 |  | 074 | Harry's Gold | 6 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Lost no fans with a stout 4th sitting parked at Methven. Chasing minor prizes. |
| 7 |  | Captain Kiwi | 7 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Plenty of trials outings ahead of debut. No favours in draw though. First4s. | |
| Best Bets: Ashley Frank (2), Perestrelo (5), Harry's Girl (4), King's Command (1) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Perestrelo - 1st of 2, NZ Metro, 01/10/25, 1980m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-27.9, 800m: 58.7, 400m: 29.0, Margins: 53 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Song Of Seas (3): BL-Off, P-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 9
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LAMB & HAYWARD MOBILE PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R37 TO R41, R42 WITH COND., 1980m
For R37 to R41 3yo-&-older pacers. Also R42 horses with winning stakes up to and including $22000 for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 71000 | Zeus | 1 | Ft | Brett Thomas | Hasn't rounded out his races in last two. Kind draw, but seeking improvement. |
| 2 |  | 184X | Mystery Creek | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Smart 2nd 11 Mar trials. 4th in a strong 2YO Group 1 in November. Goes close. |
| 3 | | 214533 | Route Sixty Six | 3 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Continued run of consistency with tidy 3rd last week. Harder here. Top 3/4. |
| 4 |  | 104X12 | Captain Cool | 4 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Backed up Reefton success with tactical speed for 2nd here. Place prospect. |
| 5 | | 522214 | Stumpy Blackler | 5 | Ft | Tim Williams | Showed no fears of new grade with cheeky 4th 13 Mar. Not out of this either. |
| 6 | | 532521 | B B Crunch | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Very useful 17 Mar trial since her Roxburgh maiden win. May be over the odds. |
| 7 | | 677738 | Fusion Reactor | 7 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Honest without overly threatening last week. Down in grade. Combos best. |
| 8 |  | 021080 | My Wingman | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Found it tough going since his maiden win but hasn't had all favours. Rough odds |
| 9 |  | 2006X2 | Lizzie Borden | 9 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Should be fitter after only getting caught late at Methven. Danger despite draw. |
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| 10 |  | 11 | Cinderella Franco | 10 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Classy in both her Central Otago wins in summer. Look for her late in this. |
| Best Bets: Mystery Creek (2), Cinderella Franco (10), Lizzie Borden (9), Stumpy Blackler (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Lizzie Borden (1-54.8), Captain Cool (1-57.5), Mystery Creek (1-57.9) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Mystery Creek - 2nd of 6, NZ Metro, 11/03/26, 1980m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-28.2, 800m: 59.7, 400m: 30.7, Margins: 1/2 head, 6 len, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Cinderella Franco (10): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 10
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GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R42 TO R48, 1980m
For R42 to R48 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 005372 | Woodlea Rocks | 1 | Ft | John Morrison | Never gave up after working overtime last week. Back up in grade. Combos. |
| 2 | | 990098 | Aint No Angel | 2 | Ft | Robbie Close | Hasn't quite fired in two 2026 starts. Best draw this time in though. First4s. |
| 3 | | 156654 | Shezabettorgirl | 3 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Transferred solid Manawatu efforts to nice 4th last week. Can offer some cheek. |
| 4 |  | X36407 | Better Be Quick | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | No luck at Methven. Will find this easier than 27 Feb too. Worth considering. |
| 5 | | 653361 | Zarlini | 5 | Ft | Ben Hope | Impressive up the lane here last week. Steps up a bit tonight. In the mix. |
| 6 |  | 780495 | Commander Joe | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Midfield efforts his lot in recent outings. This grade suits though. Roughie. |
| 7 | | 053783 | Flying Bird | 7 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Impressive late behind talented type last week. May press forward. Each way. |
| 8 | | 011800 | Showcase | 8 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Well contained in last three outings. Tough ask from wide barrier draw again. |
| 9 | | 2X1130 | Take The Miki | U1 | Ft | Ricky May | In need of the run at Methven & smaller field will assist. Can bounce back. |
| Best Bets: Take The Miki (9), Better Be Quick (4), Flying Bird (7), Zarlini (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Aint No Angel (1-55.2), Commander Joe (1-56.1), Take The Miki (1-56.4) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Aint No Angel (2): SL-On Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
Ah Dinnae Ken - Race 5
Aint No Angel - Race 10
Always B Hayley - Race 2
Amass - Race 6
Ashley Frank - Race 8
Aspirational Dream - Race 1
Barracuda - Race 2
B B Crunch - Race 9
B D Hall - Race 5
Better Be Quick - Race 10
Bryce's Meddle - Race 6
Captain Cool - Race 9
Captain Kiwi - Race 8
Carlin - Race 4
Celtic Prince - Race 3
Cinderella Franco - Race 9
Classical Gal - Race 3
Commander Joe - Race 10
Crown The Moment - Race 1
Delightful Dreams - Race 4
Diamonds Are Forever - Race 6
Donovan - Race 3
Eurostyle - Race 7
Fei Long - Race 2
Fitzthebill - Race 4
Flying Bird - Race 10
Foliejon Star - Race 4
Forgiveness - Race 1
Freya - Race 5
Fusion Reactor - Race 9
Goorambat Art - Race 4
Harry's Girl - Race 8
Harry's Gold - Race 8
He Aint Fakin - Race 1
Heaven - Race 4
Helloveamoment - Race 7
He's My Creation - Race 1
I'm Connected - Race 1
Jet Stream - Race 3
John Stewart - Race 6
Joyride(AUS) - Race 4
King's Command - Race 8
Kowhai Summit - Race 1
Last Honours - Race 2
Living On A Prayer - Race 1
Lizzie Borden - Race 9
Lonnekers - Race 6
Major Li - Race 4
Marble Arch - Race 2
Matai Harry - Race 6
Midnight Dash - Race 7
Mr Love - Race 7
Mystery Creek - Race 9
My Wingman - Race 9
Nellie Doyle - Race 7
Next Level - Race 6
One El - Race 5
Perestrelo - Race 8
Prestigious - Race 5
Quinn - Race 6
Rachmaninov - Race 5
Rakero Falcon - Race 2
Rena - Race 4
Route Sixty Six - Race 9
Royal Belle - Race 2
Royal Monarch - Race 3
Shezabettorgirl - Race 10
Showcase - Race 10
Song Of Seas - Race 8
Spicey Lou - Race 4
Stumpy Blackler - Race 9
Take The Miki - Race 10
Tetrick(AUS) - Race 1
There He Goes - Race 2
T K Supersonic - Race 3
Toffee Potts - Race 2
Tsitsipas - Race 2
Tu Tangata - Race 1
Warrior Chief - Race 6
Waterloo Station - Race 5
Woodlea Rocks - Race 10
Zarlini - Race 10
Zeus - Race 9
Zoltan Boscik - Race 5
Zoom X - Race 4