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Meeting: FIRST MAY FEATURE MEETING (FIRST MAY FEATURE MEETING)
Last updated 02/05/2025 at 10:25 am
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

TAB 2ND OR 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE

$20,000, R50 TO R56, 2600m

For R50 to R56 pacers.

Participants for Race 1: TAB 2ND OR 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Bad Habits750581Bad Habits1FtJonny CoxBack on track with 21 Apr success. Up in grade, but can lob into a Top 3 spot.
2Major Torque8X2510Major Torque2FtSamantha OttleyGot shuffled back here last week. Winton win showed true worth. Has claims.
3My Friend Louie461540My Friend Louie3FtMatthew WilliamsonAll too hard after sitting parked at Winton. Plenty to like prior to that. Place
4Cocktails And CaviarX01252Cocktails And Caviar4FtTerry ChmielNice 2nd at juicy odds in stronger grade 19 Apr. A key player from this draw.
5I'm Rockin032175I'm Rockin5FtKimberly ButtDidn't have all the gaps last week. Has gate speed when required. Add to puzzle.
6Destiny's Dream614311Destiny's Dream6FtJohn MorrisonGood placement helped secure back-to-back wins. Harder here. Trifectas best.
7Taketheplunge861914Taketheplunge7FtRicky MaySpace at a premium late here 19 Apr. Massive 06 Apr win here. Each way.
8Hugo150365Hugo8FtSam Thornley(J)Gate speed from similar draw last time. Generally thereabouts. Combos claims.
9Doctor Tim351980Doctor Tim9FtWilson House(J)Well beaten here last week & faces a tough task from this wide alley. Odds.
Best Bets: Cocktails And Caviar (4),   Taketheplunge (7),   I'm Rockin (5),   Major Torque (2)
Best Mile Rates: Major Torque (1-58.8),   Destiny's Dream (1-59.1),   Doctor Tim (1-59.1)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. TROT

$20,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R48, 2600m

For R40 to R48 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 2: IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Go Home Denise643100Go Home Denise1FtSam Thornley(J)Not helping herself with plain manners recently. Take on trust from inside draw.
2Barrytown467124Barrytown2FtJonny CoxBeaten as favourite here 19 Apr but did some work. Should give this a shake.
3T K Megastar812994T K Megastar3FtRobbie HolmesLate scratching at the start 19 Apr. Fair efforts through March but can surprise
4Spotlight319651Spotlight4FtSamantha OttleySlides up in grade after comfy win here 21 Apr. Can hold her form. Consider.
5Time For VictoryX3X6X7Time For Victory5FtCraig WardEarnest effort here 25 Apr and better for that resuming run. Add to combos.
6Dark Ghana422099Dark Ghana6FtJohn MorrisonForm has dropped away, but very zippy on his day. Blowout hope with manners.
7Jordan Anne877036Jordan Anne7FtMatthew WilliamsonFair at Ascot Park on Sunday. Only got clear late 19 Apr. First4s preferred.
8Rogue Hero1003Rogue Hero8FtClint FordGot campaign back on track with 3rd here 25 Apr. May attract admirers here.
9Judy J903481Judy JU1FtSheree TomlinsonRelished the mobile here 25 Apr. Back to the unruly mark here but can place.
10Very Majestic00X274Very MajesticU2FtRicky MayTidy 4th here 21 Apr. Won here last May. Likely to be threatening late.
Best Bets: Barrytown (2),   Very Majestic (10),   Rogue Hero (8),   Spotlight (4)
Best Mile Rates: Jordan Anne (2-05.3),   T K Megastar (2-05.9),   Judy J (2-07.1)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Jordan Anne (7): SL-Off, BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

ROAD METALS MOBILE PACE

$20,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R45, R46 WITH COND., 2600m

For R40 to R45 3yo-&-older pacers. Also R46 horses with 1 win for lifetime.

Participants for Race 3: ROAD METALS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Mystery BeachX83861Mystery Beach1FtSamantha OttleyCleared maidens last week from a stand start. Can hold his spot & feature.
2Jukebox Gypsy825547Jukebox Gypsy2FtGerard O'ReillyJust a run here 25 Apr after looking thereabouts prior. Drawn to be a contender.
3Social Distancing810769Social Distancing3FtMatthew WilliamsonNot rounding out his races since early March win. Long odds wanted today.
4Akatea541835Akatea4FtTerry ChmielWorked into it well enough at Cambridge. On course debut. Keep onside.
5Franco Tim184205Franco Tim5FtGemma Thornley(J)Did it tough here 19 Apr & has skinny course stats too. Combos claims from #5.
6Just Foxin223063Just Foxin6FtRobbie HolmesNabbed late at Rangiora & slots into a suitable racing band. Right in the fight.
7Dawn To Dark56X106Dawn To Dark7FtJonny CoxOK in his two runs since late March maiden win. Awkward draw. Multiples.
8Gliding High297212Gliding High8FtSheree TomlinsonTidy 2nd here from a stand start. Not well served by the draws. Top 3/4 option.
9Crusher Lou654103Crusher Lou9FtSam Thornley(J)Plenty to like about 21 Apr 3rd here & drops in grade. Draw only worry. EW.
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10Louis922113Louis10FtRicky MayFollowed up pair of wins with staunch 3rd 19 Apr. May follow right one. Place.
11Mouton Cadet736750Mouton Cadet11FtMia Holbrough(J)Early burn may have left him flat 25 Apr. Good follower of speed. Upset claims.
12Topaz145225Topaz12FtWilson House(J)Had her chance from good trip 25 Apr. Good prior & this grade may suit. First4s.
13Breeny's Conqueror441898Breeny's Conqueror13FtJohn MorrisonStruggled since his maiden win on the grass. Plenty of work to do from 2nd row.
Best Bets: Just Foxin (6),   Jukebox Gypsy (2),   Mystery Beach (1),   Crusher Lou (9)
Best Mile Rates: Topaz (1-59.8),   Mystery Beach (2-01.4),   Louis (2-02.7)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

RICOH CANTERBURY PLAINS CHALLENGE (HEAT 7) MOBILE PACE

$12,500, 5YO & OLDER R35 TO R39, 1980m

For R35 to R39 5yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Earnings in the last 5 starts using the track grid.

Participants for Race 4: RICOH CANTERBURY PLAINS CHALLENGE (HEAT 7) MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Rapid Response150700Rapid Response1FtTerry ChmielGot back & stayed back here 21 Apr. Kind draw, but seeking improvement.
2Melando Chief609957Melando Chief2FtRicky May5th at Rangiora a recent highlight but still 7 lengths from the winner. First4s.
3Santanna Mach558964Santanna Mach3Ft  
4The Highlander894575The Highlander4FtMatthew WilliamsonDid plenty of work at Rangiora, so forgive. Nice 5th here prior. Each way player
5Buddy Reign603601Buddy Reign5Ft  
6Didjashoutthebar749530Didjashoutthebar6FtWilson House(J)Don't underplay his unlucky 10th here 15 Apr. No luck 09 Apr either. Keep safe.
7Betterwithbling602659Betterwithbling7FtSeth Hill(J)Earnest effort here 19 Apr when barrier 1 may not have suited. Worth considering
8Normie Stead443623Normie Stead8FtSheree TomlinsonRattled home at Rangiora from similarly wide draw. Should be prominent late.
Best Bets: Didjashoutthebar (6),   Normie Stead (8),   The Highlander (4),   Betterwithbling (7)
Best Mile Rates: Melando Chief (1-59.2),   The Highlander (1-59.5),   Betterwithbling (2-00.0)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Horse Movements: Melando Chief to Kyle Cameron at Fernside, Buddy Reign to Kyle Cameron at Fernside
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

MID-WINTER XMAS ON SALE NOW AT ADDINGTON.CO.NZ HCP TROT

$22,500, 3YO & OLDER R49 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2600m

For R49 & faster 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 5: MID-WINTER XMAS ON SALE NOW AT ADDINGTON.CO.NZ HCP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Bullit Train3186P0Bullit Train1FtKimberly ButtLacking his earlier sharpness for now. No easier tonight either. Seeking luck.
2Wanna Play A Game1X16P0Wanna Play A Game2FtSamantha OttleyDid it tough in R51-65 company last time. Still learning after 5 starts. First4s
3Nubliah Chamay913825Nubliah Chamay3FtMatthew WilliamsonDid her share of work as favourite down south. Big jump in grade. First4s.
4Moses564129Moses4FtGerard O'ReillyNever saw clear air here 25 Apr & had been in top form prior. Don't disregard.
5MM Sunshine662245MM Sunshine5FtRobbie HolmesOK when belatedly clear here 19 Apr. This is a stronger field though. Rough odds
6ValyrianX04105Valyrian6FtOlivia Thornley(J)Tidy 5th at big odds last week. Another test here for a 10-start 4YO. Odds.
7Rachmaninov041868RachmaninovU1FtJohn MorrisonCouldn't foot it with classy trotters last week. Just as hard here. Passing.
8The Present MakerP1P903The Present MakerU2FtWilson House(J)Big motor, but manners don't always match. Into a good grade. Could offer cheek.
9Premium Player155767Premium Player110Mikayla Lewis(J)No hope after mid-race break 21 Mar. Freshened. Likely to be better after this.
10Roydon Muscle482754Roydon Muscle120Ricky MayTried hard behind Franco Josiah last start. May find this a little easier. EW.
11Maui405334MauiU130David McCormickThereabouts recently & can run on with the right trip. Look for him late off 30m
Best Bets: Roydon Muscle (10),   Moses (4),   Maui (11),   The Present Maker (8)
Best Mile Rates: Roydon Muscle (2-03.2),   Maui (2-04.3),   The Present Maker (2-04.7)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Maui (11): BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

BRECKON FARMS 2YO MOBILE PACE

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 2YO, 1980m

For 2-year-old pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Sex (fillies drawn inside colts and geldings) using the track grid.

Participants for Race 6: BRECKON FARMS 2YO MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Mariners Rose45Mariners Rose1FtMatthew WilliamsonStill getting to grips with racing. Needs to be on best behaviour early. First4s
2Bettor Belle2232Bettor Belle2FtJonny CoxKeeps finding one better, but will have ringcraft edge on many here. Top pick.
3Boyzone5Boyzone3FtGerard O'ReillyStruggled on debut here 14 Mar. Ran on late for trials 2nd 05 Apr. Not the worst
4Rakero MaximusRakero Maximus4FtSamantha OttleyQualified at first try 10 Apr before easy 13-length trial win 17 Apr. Keep safe.
5Buster Douglas4Buster Douglas5FtSeth Hill(J)19 lengths off Rakero Maximus 17 Apr trials. Well held on debut. Combos.
6RelapsedRelapsed6FtSam Thornley(J)OK 3rd when qualifying 17 Apr. Won a workout a week prior. Place claims.
Best Bets: Bettor Belle (2),   Rakero Maximus (4),   Boyzone (3),   Relapsed (6)
Star Trialist: Rakero Maximus - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 17/04/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-30.1, 800m: 58.9, 400m: 29.8, Margins: 13 len, 1 1/2len, 4 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Bettor Belle (2): BL-On, Boyzone (3): RD-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

TK PLASTERING 'ABOUT NOW' FILLIES & MARES HANDICAP TROT

$40,000, 3YO & OLDER F&M R45 & FASTER DISCRHCP, 2600m

For R45 & faster 3yo-&-older trotting fillies & mares.

Participants for Race 7: TK PLASTERING 'ABOUT NOW' FILLIES & MARES HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Buffy Northstains368593Buffy Northstains1FtMia Holbrough(J)Campaign back on track with handy 3rd 27 Apr. Tougher rivals here. Rough odds.
2Vertigo533274Vertigo2FtLawrence McCormickDidn't have all the luck here 25 Apr. Been good through the autumn. Combos.
3Paige512331Paige3FtSheree TomlinsonTrotting in very fine fettle. Another step up here, but add to multiple bets.
4Just Easy2341Just Easy4FtJames GeddesInto the deep end after her maiden win on Sunday. Likely to need this outing.
5Mavis Jones430203Mavis JonesU1FtRicky MayRunning a bit hot and cold but her 'hot' is to be admired. Worth a close look.
6FreyaX29407FreyaU2FtGemma Thornley(J)Not bombproof but 7th here 25 Apr was more like it. First4s enhancer in this.
7Forgiveness040170ForgivenessU3FtGerard O'ReillyCovered plenty of ground here last week. No easier tonight. Top 3/4 prospect.
8Muscle SassX915P7Muscle Sass110Kimberly ButtLooking likely when she broke last week. Tricky customer but keep close here.
9Styrax841786StyraxU110Brad WilliamsonRun down by stablemate & others last week. Better for that. Genuine claims.
10Nellie Doyle4129D1Nellie Doyle120John MorrisonContinued meteoric rise with 11 Apr win. Back 20m but can keep trucking.
11Ti Amo Belle2X0860Ti Amo Belle220Wilson House(J)Well back here 11 Apr & drops back another 10m here. Needs plenty of luck.
12Rush63D423Rush320Samantha OttleyLooking more reliable again & wasn't out of place here 25 Apr. Each way hope.
13Rata210091Rata420Jonny CoxLoved the mobile start 25 Apr. Cross fingers early on, but can repeat result.
14I Dream Of Jeannie237X76I Dream Of Jeannie520Sam Thornley(J)Still working back to full fitness after two starts back. Place hope off 20m.
Best Bets: Nellie Doyle (10),   Muscle Sass (8),   Rush (12),   Rata (13)
Best Mile Rates: Paige (2-02.9),   Rata (2-02.9),   I Dream Of Jeannie (2-03.1)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Muscle Sass (8): BL-Off, Styrax (9): NW-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

SHARE THE DREAM WITH WOODLANDS STUD MOBILE PACE

$22,500, R58 TO R69, 2600m

For R58 to R69 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 8: SHARE THE DREAM WITH WOODLANDS STUD MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Arthur Shelby2111Arthur Shelby1FtSeth Hill(J)Stamped his mark as a class pacer last week. Good grade but good draw. EW.
2Sinai Sermon811799Sinai Sermon2FtGemma Thornley(J)Didn't go his way at Winton when left alone by punters. Add to combos from draw.
3Rock Or Bust90X107Rock Or Bust3Ft  
4Light Me Up121805Light Me Up4FtSam Thornley(J)Not far off Radha here 19 Apr. Gets better draw tonight though. Has claims.
5Miki Knows10X507Miki Knows5FtRicky MayOverraced & broke here 04 Apr. Stable change. Market may be your best guide.
6Tokyo Rose102590Tokyo Rose6Ft  
7Xlendi621226Xlendi7FtJonny CoxDidn't fire up after tardy start 19 Apr. Mobile a big assist. Can bounce back.
8Tempo Warrior016480Tempo Warrior8FtSamantha OttleyCouldn't kick on after leading 19 Apr. May hunt forward early again. Trifectas.
9Radha121801Radha9FtMatthew WilliamsonPowerful win from 2nd row draw last week. Bonus run in grade. Goes close.
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10Spirit Of Anarchy10X793Spirit Of Anarchy10FtOlivia Thornley(J)Arrested form slide with solid 3rd 19 Apr. Sticky draw but can sneak Top 3/4.
Best Bets: Radha (9),   Arthur Shelby (1),   Xlendi (7),   Light Me Up (4)
Best Mile Rates: Tempo Warrior (1-58.0),   Radha (1-59.3),   Sinai Sermon (2-00.6)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Miki Knows (5): BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

CANTERBURY STANDARDBRED BREEDERS STAKES (MOBILE PACE)

$30,000, 4YO & OLDER MARES, 1980m

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

Participants for Race 9: CANTERBURY STANDARDBRED BREEDERS STAKES (MOBILE PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Major Performer096445Major Performer1FtGerard O'ReillyThereabouts recently from a variety of draws but a big step up here. First4s.
2Dynasty030X32Dynasty2FtKimberly ButtGave a sight in front last week. Faces a sterner test here. Place claims though.
3Classie Linc1P6020Classie Linc3FtSheree TomlinsonTired after unsuccessful lead bid last week. Draws in closer. Trifectas spice.
4Dancing Desire224431Dancing Desire4FtSam Thornley(J)Rolled home from nice trip to win last week. Harder here but in good form.
5Stickifingers411497Stickifingers5Ft  
6Francent112210Francent6FtSamantha OttleyDidn't enjoy a tough trip last week but excellent prior. Can nab a placing.
7Seaside Rose128113Seaside Rose7FtMatthew WilliamsonBrave 3rd in frenetic Ascot Park race. Downed Ruby Roe 17 Apr. Keep very safe.
8Sweet Diamond071733Sweet Diamond8FtTerry ChmielGood effort on the speed at Wyndham. Goes well here too. In the mix.
9Dance Till Dawn530041Dance Till Dawn9FtMikayla Lewis(J)Incredibly adaptable mare. Draw doesn't take her out of this. Each way.
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10Treacherous Baby116586Treacherous Baby10FtJonny CoxBit more like it when 6th here 19 Apr. Awkward draw but her best takes her close
11Shakira632123Shakira11FtRicky MayRacing in fine fettle & didn't have all favours last time. Look for her late.
Best Bets: Seaside Rose (7),   Treacherous Baby (10),   Dance Till Dawn (9),   Sweet Diamond (8)
Best Mile Rates: Seaside Rose (1-53.1),   Sweet Diamond (1-53.5),   Dancing Desire (1-55.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Shakira (11): BL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Francent to Mark Jones at Burnham
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE

$20,000, R46 TO R49, 2600m

For R46 to R49 pacers.

Participants for Race 10: GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1The Coalman572634The Coalman1FtSamantha OttleyAnother handy outing here last week. Yet to win from a mobile but keep onside.
2Jack Tar936623Jack Tar2FtHenry Sail(J)Didn't give up after tricky early spot 19 Apr. Better draw here. Add to combos.
3Action MajorX3700XAction Major3FtCraig ThornleyThree trials since short spring campaign didn't work out. May need the run.
4Lord Fantasy309351Lord Fantasy4FtMatthew WilliamsonMoves up a ratings band after win here 21 Apr. Helpful draw. First4s best.
5The Beach House243440The Beach House5Ft  
6Esmarelda0123Esmarelda6FtGerard O'ReillyShown no fear of new grade since maiden win. Draw upgrade too. Danger.
7Kasarani318497Kasarani7FtSam Thornley(J)Mixing her efforts in three autumn runs. Keeps getting support. Place claims.
8Peraki Seelster354753Peraki Seelster8Ft  
9Sophia Bromac228601Sophia BromacU1FtLeo O'ReillySlight change in tactics got job done 19 Apr. Smaller field suits. Each way.
Best Bets: Esmarelda (6),   Sophia Bromac (9),   The Coalman (1),   Kasarani (7)
Best Mile Rates: Sophia Bromac (1-59.0),   Action Major (1-59.8),   Kasarani (2-04.5)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Action Major (3): BL-Off, SL-On, Lord Fantasy (4): SL-Off    Legend
Runner Index
 
Action Major -  Race 10
Akatea -  Race 3
Arthur Shelby -  Race 8
Bad Habits -  Race 1
Barrytown -  Race 2
Betterwithbling -  Race 4
Bettor Belle -  Race 6
Boyzone -  Race 6
Breeny's Conqueror -  Race 3
Buddy Reign -  Race 4
Buffy Northstains -  Race 7
Bullit Train -  Race 5
Buster Douglas -  Race 6
Classie Linc -  Race 9
Cocktails And Caviar -  Race 1
Crusher Lou -  Race 3
Dance Till Dawn -  Race 9
Dancing Desire -  Race 9
Dark Ghana -  Race 2
Dawn To Dark -  Race 3
Destiny's Dream -  Race 1
Didjashoutthebar -  Race 4
Doctor Tim -  Race 1
Dynasty -  Race 9
Esmarelda -  Race 10
Forgiveness -  Race 7
Francent -  Race 9
Franco Tim -  Race 3
Freya -  Race 7
Gliding High -  Race 3
Go Home Denise -  Race 2
Hugo -  Race 1
I Dream Of Jeannie -  Race 7
I'm Rockin -  Race 1
Jack Tar -  Race 10
Jordan Anne -  Race 2
Judy J -  Race 2
Jukebox Gypsy -  Race 3
Just Easy -  Race 7
Just Foxin -  Race 3
Kasarani -  Race 10
Light Me Up -  Race 8
Lord Fantasy -  Race 10
Louis -  Race 3
Major Performer -  Race 9
Major Torque -  Race 1
Mariners Rose -  Race 6
Maui -  Race 5
Mavis Jones -  Race 7
Melando Chief -  Race 4
Miki Knows -  Race 8
MM Sunshine -  Race 5
Moses -  Race 5
Mouton Cadet -  Race 3
Muscle Sass -  Race 7
My Friend Louie -  Race 1
Mystery Beach -  Race 3
Nellie Doyle -  Race 7
Normie Stead -  Race 4
Nubliah Chamay -  Race 5
Paige -  Race 7
Peraki Seelster -  Race 10
Premium Player -  Race 5
Rachmaninov -  Race 5
Radha -  Race 8
Rakero Maximus -  Race 6
Rapid Response -  Race 4
Rata -  Race 7
Relapsed -  Race 6
Rock Or Bust -  Race 8
Rogue Hero -  Race 2
Roydon Muscle -  Race 5
Rush -  Race 7
Santanna Mach -  Race 4
Seaside Rose -  Race 9
Shakira -  Race 9
Sinai Sermon -  Race 8
Social Distancing -  Race 3
Sophia Bromac -  Race 10
Spirit Of Anarchy -  Race 8
Spotlight -  Race 2
Stickifingers -  Race 9
Styrax -  Race 7
Sweet Diamond -  Race 9
Taketheplunge -  Race 1
Tempo Warrior -  Race 8
The Beach House -  Race 10
The Coalman -  Race 10
The Highlander -  Race 4
The Present Maker -  Race 5
Ti Amo Belle -  Race 7
Time For Victory -  Race 2
T K Megastar -  Race 2
Tokyo Rose -  Race 8
Topaz -  Race 3
Treacherous Baby -  Race 9
Valyrian -  Race 5
Vertigo -  Race 7
Very Majestic -  Race 2
Wanna Play A Game -  Race 5
Xlendi -  Race 8