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Meeting: FIRST FRIDAY IN JUNE RACE NIGHT (FIRST FRIDAY IN JUNE RACE NIGHT)
Last updated 06/06/2025 at 12:46 pm
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

TAB 2ND AND 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE

$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R56 TO R70, 1980m

For R56 to R70 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 1: TAB 2ND AND 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Amass21X383Amass1FtJohn MorrisonMore good than bad in 3 starts back. Return to mobile suits. Combos claims.
2The Lazarus Effect11X1The Lazarus Effect2FtBob ButtBrutally efficient at Winton. Genuine talent, who can book ticket to Oz tonight.
3Slots5X8184Slots3FtTim WilliamsMade up plenty from tough spot at Winton. Drawn handily. Trifectas hope.
4Sky Rocket32885XSky Rocket4Ft  
5Blue Rock Dancer010164Blue Rock Dancer5FtGemma Thornley(J)Honest attempt here 30 May. May yield early position. Seeking shortcuts.
6Spirit Of Anarchy793753Spirit Of Anarchy6FtCarter Dalgety(J)Went close behind useful type here 23 May. May use gate speed again. Place.
7Wild Willow517X73Wild Willow7FtRicky MayChased well in same company here last week. May repeat those tactics tonight.
Best Bets: The Lazarus Effect (2),   Spirit Of Anarchy (6),   Slots (3),   Wild Willow (7)
Best Mile Rates: Spirit Of Anarchy (1-56.3),   The Lazarus Effect (1-57.9),   Wild Willow (1-58.0)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Wild Willow (7): FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

LAST CHANCE TO BOOK FOR LADIES NIGHT 13 JUNE MOBILE TROT

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1980m

For 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 2: LAST CHANCE TO BOOK FOR LADIES NIGHT 13 JUNE MOBILE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Amendment8Amendment1Ft  
2Macho Man333320Macho Man2Ft  
3Ridge73457XRidge3FtKimberly Butt4-1/2 lengths away at trials since midfield efforts last spring. May need this.
4Viva La Vida558X26Viva La Vida4FtBen HopeDidn't have all favours at Timaru. Bit to like about fresh 2nd 14 May. Each way.
5A Reason To Fight746303A Reason To Fight5FtStephen McNallyCheeky 3rd at decent odds at Ashburton. Yet to place from the mobile though.
6Time For Victory6X7803Time For Victory6FtCraig WardMade up plenty at Timaru. Placings can be a little spaced out though. First4s.
7Billy Kimber242274Billy Kimber7FtSheree TomlinsonStarting to be reliable & showed no fears at Ashburton. Combos enhancer.
8Geraldine Clowers79XGeraldine Clowers8FtMatthew WilliamsonGot going late for 5th in sole trial this time in. Could be running on at odds.
9All Conquered9X00X0All ConqueredU1FtCarter Dalgety(J)Won a two-horse trial since mid-race error at Rangiora. Seeking shortcuts.
Best Bets: Viva La Vida (4),   Billy Kimber (7)
Star Trialist: All Conquered - 1st of 2, N Cnty TOA, 28/05/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-33.4, 800m: 60.0, 400m: 30.0
Gear Changes: All Conquered (9): BL-Off, Geraldine Clowers (8): SL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

2025 NZB STANDARDBRED WEANLING SALE 26 JUNE MOBILE PACE

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER FILLIES & MARES, 1980m

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

Participants for Race 3: 2025 NZB STANDARDBRED WEANLING SALE 26 JUNE MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Scotlynn Crunch3463Scotlynn Crunch1FtJohn MorrisonGrabbed in the straight after leading from this draw last week. Has claims again
2Bella Ciao6302Bella Ciao2FtJohn DunnHasn't had all the luck in 4 starts, but has shown ability. Great draw. Threat.
3Christies Art770220Christies Art3FtTim WilliamsCovered plenty of ground at Rangiora. Strong off unruly mark prior. Multiples.
4Crystal393032Crystal4FtBob ButtZipped home along the inner at Timaru & gets draw upgrade here. Each way.
5Molly Maeve Estelle8Molly Maeve Estelle5FtKimberly ButtDid it tough sitting parked on debut when support. Combos with some cover here.
6Tuppence67X946Tuppence6FtCraig ThornleyHonest 6th at Ashburton & looks a touch sharper this time in. First4s spice.
7Carrera VamosCarrera Vamos7FtJonny CoxQualified in March 2024. Nice 3rd in final trial ahead of this. Place prospect.
8Blazing KnucklesX92484Blazing Knuckles8FtSamantha OttleyMixing her efforts this time in. Wider draw isn't ideal. Prefer in combinations.
9Wyda WakeWyda Wake9FtCarter Dalgety(J)OK 7th from well back at 28 May trial since qualifying. Tough draw on debut.
10Captain Joan6X69X9Captain JoanU1FtWilson House(J)Gait wasn't perfect 14 Mar when resuming. Stable change since. First4 fringes.
Best Bets: Bella Ciao (2),   Scotlynn Crunch (1),   Crystal (4),   Carrera Vamos (7)
Gear Changes: Molly Maeve Estelle (5): FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

PLUMBERS NIGHT - BOOK NOW 27 JUNE MOBILE PACE

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1980m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 4: PLUMBERS NIGHT - BOOK NOW 27 JUNE MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Ultimate Guinness95XUltimate Guinness1FtRobbie Holmes2nd in both hitouts ahead of resuming. Fair efforts last spring. Rough claims.
2Scotlynn FortressScotlynn Fortress2FtRobbie CloseQualified 2 years ago. Battling pair of 7ths in both May trials. Take on trust.
3Smoking Ashes6Smoking Ashes3FtJohn DunnGot things wrong early on debut last week. Stick with, based on trials form.
4Street Fighter7X032Street Fighter4FtGavin SmithBuilding nicely as his campaign starts to warm up. Danger regardless of trip.
5Captain Publisher70Captain Publisher5FtCarter Dalgety(J)Locked wheels late here last week. Not much has worked out so far. Odds.
6Kotare Argent7Kotare Argent6FtBlair OrangeFair 7th on debut after early check. Small field will help. Combos hopes.
7One Eye BanditOne Eye BanditU1FtBob ButtWon all three May outings, including two trials. Oodles of speed. Top pick.
Best Bets: One Eye Bandit (7),   Street Fighter (4),   Smoking Ashes (3),   Kotare Argent (6)
Star Trialist: One Eye Bandit - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 21/05/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-29.4, 800m: 56.5, 400m: 28.4, Margins: 4 1/4len, 1 1/4len, head.
Gear Changes: Smoking Ashes (3): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE TROT

$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R50, 1980m

For R35 to R50 3yo-&-older trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 5: IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Aspirational Dream757567Aspirational Dream1FtJohn MorrisonCouldn't kick on last time. Down in grade & may settle handy from draw. Place.
2Spotlight965194Spotlight2FtTim WilliamsHasn't placed in two mobile starts but not far off on Sunday. Don't disregard.
3Major Cyclone1230X8Major Cyclone3FtBlair OrangeNever comfortable when resuming here last week. Stick with him. Each way.
4Major Doosie22321XMajor Doosie4FtKimberly ButtBuilt nicely to maiden win in late 2024. Trials haven't been bad. Cheeky hope.
5Crown The Moment163231Crown The Moment5FtBen HopeScored in R35-42 grade at Timaru. Touch harder here, but add to combos.
6Royal Del360104Royal Del6FtSam Thornley(J)Chased well last week in similar grade. Two wins from a mobile. Place claims.
7Dark Ghana992105Dark Ghana7FtRicky MayInterrupted run here last week but kept trying. Slides back in grade. Keep safe.
8Peaknmonkey389014PeaknmonkeyU1FtRobbie CloseVery impressive here 15 Apr. Stout 4th at Rangiora since. Upset from unruly.
Best Bets: Major Cyclone (3),   Dark Ghana (7),   Spotlight (2),   Major Doosie (4)
Best Mile Rates: Aspirational Dream (1-58.2),   Royal Del (2-01.8),   Peaknmonkey (2-02.1)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Aspirational Dream (1): ACD-Off, SL-On, Royal Del (6): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

THE EDR EQUINE EXCELLENCE EXTRAVAGANAZA MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R49 TO R55, 1980m

For R49 to R55 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 6: THE EDR EQUINE EXCELLENCE EXTRAVAGANAZA MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Destiny Dance520717Destiny Dance1FtRicky MayFound things a bit harder in this grade 30 May after 14 May win. Combos from #1.
2Auntie Deb466822Auntie Deb2FtBlair OrangeSlight freshen-up since smart 2nds in late April. Capable with right run.
3Doctor Tim066408Doctor Tim3FtKimberly ButtWell back in last two runs here in late May. Hard to see him edging closer.
4Celestial Sea9X7131Celestial Sea4FtJohn DunnFound her feet impressively recently. Jumps a touch in grade, but can repeat.
5Social Distancing693381Social Distancing5FtRobbie CloseKept on trucking in front at Timaru but steep grade rise today. Combos best.
6Destiny's Dream311879Destiny's Dream6Ft  
7Tact Teena022135Tact Teena7FtSamantha OttleyChased well after early error last week. Another who'll welcome mobile. Threat.
8Cheer The Captain17X1Cheer The Captain8FtTim WilliamsComfy win at Timaru as breeding continues to shine through. A key player again.
9Stickifingers411497Stickifingers9FtWilson House(J)Beaten a long way out in stronger grade 25 Apr. Chasing crumbs from draw.
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10Kotare Kelso302281Kotare Kelso10FtSheree TomlinsonSharp win last week, but will notice the quality rivals tonight. First4s best.
Best Bets: Celestial Sea (4),   Cheer The Captain (8),   Tact Teena (7),   Auntie Deb (2)
Best Mile Rates: Doctor Tim (1-54.9),   Stickifingers (1-56.4),   Tact Teena (1-56.7)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

WOODLANDS WINNING WEANLINGS "SILK ROAD" MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 4YO & OLDER MARES UP TO & INCLUDING R70, 1980m

For up to & including R70 4yo-&-older pacing mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 7: WOODLANDS WINNING WEANLINGS "SILK ROAD" MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Our Shangri Lana86182XOur Shangri Lana1FtBen HopeTalented mare resuming since Dec. Last-to-first 28 May trial win. Bright hope.
2Classie LincP60205Classie Linc2FtSheree TomlinsonMiddling efforts since last winning in March. Good mares' field here. First4s.
3Dancing Desire431034Dancing Desire3FtSam Thornley(J)Gritty until being hauled in late here 23 May. Draws in handier. Combos.
4Dynasty30X321Dynasty4FtBob ButtBeat a quality mare here 02 May. Has gate speed to use too. In the mix.
5Akatea835211Akatea5FtTim WilliamsBacked up 16 May win with comfy success 23 May. Place best up in grade.
6Esmarelda123131Esmarelda6FtGerard O'ReillyShown ability both on and off the speed recently. Should have admirers again.
7Francent210451Francent7FtSamantha OttleyBrave 1.55 mile win at Winton from similarly-wide draw. Could offer cheek.
Best Bets: Our Shangri Lana (1),   Dynasty (4),   Francent (7),   Esmarelda (6)
Best Mile Rates: Our Shangri Lana (1-54.3),   Francent (1-55.0),   Dancing Desire (1-55.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Our Shangri Lana - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 28/05/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-30.3, 800m: 58.6, 400m: 29.2, Margins: 3/4len, 3/4len, 1 len.
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

YABBY DAM FARMS AT NZB WEANLING SALE 26 JUNE MOBILE TROT

$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R65, 1980m

For R51 to R65 3yo-&-older trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 8: YABBY DAM FARMS AT NZB WEANLING SALE 26 JUNE MOBILE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Whats Wanted40X54XWhats Wanted1FtSheree TomlinsonBeat Princess Sadie 27 May in sole trial ahead of this. Combos from the ace.
2El Conqueror758X64El Conqueror2FtBlair OrangeMid-race work here 30 May. Fair mobile stats too. Prefer for Top3/4 claims.
3Rachmaninov868093Rachmaninov3FtJohn MorrisonArrested form slide with cheeky 3rd here 30 May. Harder tonight. Odds.
4Jaccka Baylis580140Jaccka Baylis4FtWilson House(J)Botched the start last week. Won from a mobile here in March. Blowout hope.
5Cormoran Strike609633Cormoran Strike5FtRobbie CloseHolding his form with two solid 3rds here in late May. Can feature with similar.
6Wilma's Boy1405X1Wilma's Boy6FtBob ButtToo powerful after mid-race move last week. Up in grade, but can double up.
7Moses412913Moses7FtGerard O'ReillyBarely putting a hoof wrong recently & drops back from taking on Eurostyle. EW.
8Paige123311Paige8FtColin DeFilippiIn brilliant touch through autumn. Doesn't fire after short spells though. Place
9Father TimeX54254Father Time9FtTim WilliamsOnly out very late in good company 23 May. Wide draw but can overcome.
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10It's So Easy0908X1It's So Easy10FtPeter DavisEnded 10-month winning drought with Ashburton win. Stronger field. First4s.
Best Bets: Wilma's Boy (6),   Moses (7),   Father Time (9),   Cormoran Strike (5)
Best Mile Rates: Paige (1-58.3),   Cormoran Strike (1-59.1),   It's So Easy (1-59.2)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Whats Wanted - 1st of 7, M Cant TOA, 27/05/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-11.6, 800m: 57.8, 400m: 28.0, Margins: neck, 1/2len, neck.
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

MID WINTER CHRISTMAS AVAILABLE NOW AT ADDINGTON.CO.NZ PACE

$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R50, 2000m

For R40 to R50 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 9: MID WINTER CHRISTMAS AVAILABLE NOW AT ADDINGTON.CO.NZ PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Foveaux Gambler238203Foveaux Gambler1FtSheree TomlinsonReturns to stand start after mixed midweek May efforts. Combos preferred.
2Major Torque103723Major Torque2FtBlair OrangeRight in the fight recently & tends to step away safely. Should have supporters.
3Jose Quivera601998Jose Quivera3FtRoss CameronHad his chance in R45-55 company last week. Slight grade drop. Take on trust.
4Major Hipster351180Major Hipster4FtJohn DunnFelt the pinch after tough run here 23 May. Loves a stand start. Could surprise.
5Waterholes Road863517Waterholes Road5FtColin DeFilippiDidn't help cause early at Rangiora. Might pay to watch him early again. Odds.
6Stealers Wheel744334Stealers Wheel6FtKimberly ButtThereabouts in both islands recently. Unlucky here last week. Don't dismiss.
7Timbimboo101952Timbimboo7FtRobbie CloseSwooped & almost held on last week. Autumn form had merit. Upset claims.
8Super Fund245521Super Fund8Ft  
9Bautista214414Bautista9FtRicky MaySpace at a premium here 23 May in same ratings band. Danger with any gaps.
10Flying Bird670704Flying Bird10FtMatthew WilliamsonCaught the eye here 30 May. Placed in only stand start. Cheeky combos claims.
11The Coalman634539The Coalman11FtSamantha OttleyCouldn't find extra after getting back 23 May. Early position the key. Place.
12Mythical148592Mythical12FtTim WilliamsBuilding steadily towards another run. 2nd to #8 at Timaru. Look for her late.
13Whatz My Choice027221Whatz My Choice13FtCarter Dalgety(J)Very brave when scoring his maiden win last week. Capable of repeating too.
14Ocean Of Tears307324Ocean Of Tears14FtJohn MorrisonNot far off them recently, but last won in July 2024. Add to multiples bets.
15Gliding High212009Gliding High15FtSam Thornley(J)Got back & stayed back from outsiders' draw at Ashburton. Needs to improve.
Best Bets: Mythical (12),   Whatz My Choice (13),   Bautista (9),   Major Torque (2)
Best Mile Rates: Major Hipster (2-01.3),   The Coalman (2-01.6),   Timbimboo (2-02.2)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Flying Bird (10): SL-Off, BL-On, Major Hipster (4): RD-Off, SL-Off, FD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE

$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R48, 1980m

For R40 to R48 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 10: GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Franco Elvis873237Franco Elvis1FtBen HopeFaded out after lead bid didn't work on Sunday. Drops into nice draw. Combos.
2Toby Tom B479303Toby Tom B2FtSam Thornley(J)Good when clear late last week. Lands in similar field and draw. Trifectas hope.
3Mouton Cadet367507Mouton Cadet3FtSheree TomlinsonSpeedy when things go his way. Mobile/course/distance stats aren't bad. Upset.
4Elite Styx713X40Elite Styx4FtRicky MaySpace came very late here 23 May. Better draw here. Don't underestimate.
5Terrormylove062486Terrormylove5FtSamantha OttleyTried hard after early work last week. Slots into middling front-row spot. Odds.
6Jack Tar233247Jack Tar6FtHenry Sail(J)All four wins at this track have been over this distance. Should be running on.
7Hilarious Love170Hilarious Love7FtBlair Orange2nd at trials behind smart mare since tough day out 25 Apr. Can bounce back.
8Rack'em Up2X159Rack'em Up8FtJonny CoxNo extra when asked from tough draw at Rangiora. Wide alley again. Rough claims.
9Delightful Dreams12X866Delightful Dreams9FtWilson House(J)Back to preferred mobile after being unlucky in stand debut 30 May. Combos.
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10Captain Christian2626X1Captain Christian10FtTim WilliamsEarplugs stayed in for easy maiden win 18 May. Stable on fire. Danger with gaps.
Best Bets: Captain Christian (10),   Hilarious Love (7),   Jack Tar (6),   Elite Styx (4)
Best Mile Rates: Jack Tar (1-55.0),   Elite Styx (1-56.6),   Delightful Dreams (1-56.6)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Franco Elvis (1): RD-Off, BL-Off, P-On, FD-On, Rack'em Up (8): BL-On    Legend
Runner Index
 
Akatea -  Race 7
All Conquered -  Race 2
Amass -  Race 1
Amendment -  Race 2
A Reason To Fight -  Race 2
Aspirational Dream -  Race 5
Auntie Deb -  Race 6
Bautista -  Race 9
Bella Ciao -  Race 3
Billy Kimber -  Race 2
Blazing Knuckles -  Race 3
Blue Rock Dancer -  Race 1
Captain Christian -  Race 10
Captain Joan -  Race 3
Captain Publisher -  Race 4
Carrera Vamos -  Race 3
Celestial Sea -  Race 6
Cheer The Captain -  Race 6
Christies Art -  Race 3
Classie Linc -  Race 7
Cormoran Strike -  Race 8
Crown The Moment -  Race 5
Crystal -  Race 3
Dancing Desire -  Race 7
Dark Ghana -  Race 5
Delightful Dreams -  Race 10
Destiny Dance -  Race 6
Destiny's Dream -  Race 6
Doctor Tim -  Race 6
Dynasty -  Race 7
El Conqueror -  Race 8
Elite Styx -  Race 10
Esmarelda -  Race 7
Father Time -  Race 8
Flying Bird -  Race 9
Foveaux Gambler -  Race 9
Francent -  Race 7
Franco Elvis -  Race 10
Geraldine Clowers -  Race 2
Gliding High -  Race 9
Hilarious Love -  Race 10
It's So Easy -  Race 8
Jaccka Baylis -  Race 8
Jack Tar -  Race 10
Jose Quivera -  Race 9
Kotare Argent -  Race 4
Kotare Kelso -  Race 6
Macho Man -  Race 2
Major Cyclone -  Race 5
Major Doosie -  Race 5
Major Hipster -  Race 9
Major Torque -  Race 9
Molly Maeve Estelle -  Race 3
Moses -  Race 8
Mouton Cadet -  Race 10
Mythical -  Race 9
Ocean Of Tears -  Race 9
One Eye Bandit -  Race 4
Our Shangri Lana -  Race 7
Paige -  Race 8
Peaknmonkey -  Race 5
Rachmaninov -  Race 8
Rack'em Up -  Race 10
Ridge -  Race 2
Royal Del -  Race 5
Scotlynn Crunch -  Race 3
Scotlynn Fortress -  Race 4
Sky Rocket -  Race 1
Slots -  Race 1
Smoking Ashes -  Race 4
Social Distancing -  Race 6
Spirit Of Anarchy -  Race 1
Spotlight -  Race 5
Stealers Wheel -  Race 9
Stickifingers -  Race 6
Street Fighter -  Race 4
Super Fund -  Race 9
Tact Teena -  Race 6
Terrormylove -  Race 10
The Coalman -  Race 9
The Lazarus Effect -  Race 1
Timbimboo -  Race 9
Time For Victory -  Race 2
Toby Tom B -  Race 10
Tuppence -  Race 3
Ultimate Guinness -  Race 4
Viva La Vida -  Race 2
Waterholes Road -  Race 9
Whats Wanted -  Race 8
Whatz My Choice -  Race 9
Wild Willow -  Race 1
Wilma's Boy -  Race 8
Wyda Wake -  Race 3