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Meeting: MATARIKI RACE NIGHT (MATARIKI RACE NIGHT)
Last updated 20/06/2025 at 18:50 pm
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

THE PENINSULAR BEACHFRONT RESORT MOBILE PACE

$14,600, WITH COND., 1980m

For 3 yrs & older pacers with 1 win for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 1: THE PENINSULAR BEACHFRONT RESORT MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Melton Magnate986332Melton Magnate1FtJohn MorrisonThereabouts in recent outings. Few up-and-comers here though. Combos.
2Donttelltheboys4937X7Donttelltheboys2FtColin DeFilippiGot back but ran on well enough late when resuming last week. Worth a look.
3Miracle Memphis252210Miracle Memphis3FtWilson House(J)Not sighted since fair 10th over this trip 04 Apr after maiden win. May need it.
4Banksy7251Banksy4FtBlair OrangeRace panned out perfectly at Timaru. Looked capable in prior runs. Consider.
5Rockingood321543Rockingood5FtRicky MayGate speed on show last week & chased well. Capable of giving this a shake.
6Forever DreamX2349XForever Dream6FtCarter Dalgety(J)Not far away from Captains Mistress on Show Day. Won 10 Jun trial. Can win.
7Miki Flybye51X202Miki FlybyeU1FtTim WilliamsChased stablemate well last week. Unruly no worries in small field. Danger.
Best Bets: Miki Flybye (7),   Forever Dream (6),   Banksy (4),   Rockingood (5)
Best Mile Rates: Miki Flybye (1-57.3),   Rockingood (1-58.5),   Forever Dream (1-59.0)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Forever Dream - 1st of 4, Ashburton, 10/06/25, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-05.9, 800m: 57.2, 400m: 27.5, Margins: head, 1 len, 3 len.
Gear Changes: Forever Dream (6): BL-Off, Rockingood (5): RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

TAB 2ND & 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE

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

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

Participants for Race 2: TAB 2ND & 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1DelightingoldDelightingold1FtCraig ThornleyHalf-sister to Spellbound. Ran home nicely for 3rd 10 Jun trials. Keep safe.
2Assisi Lover6246Assisi Lover2FtBlair OrangeFair late April efforts back on all-weather. Showed grit at Methven. Has claims.
3Summer RoseSummer Rose3FtTim WilliamsFrom a nice family. 3rd to Show Stopper in her qualifier. Will have fans on that
4Wyda Wake8Wyda Wake4FtJim CurtinHonest attempt from the back when debuting on this month. May be tested.
5Honour Bright Note90Honour Bright Note5Ft  
6TuppenceX94652Tuppence6Ft  
7Asian JokerAsian Joker7FtSamantha OttleyFirst sighted publicly in late 2022. Qualified in May. Better for this outing.
8Better Be Quick26343XBetter Be Quick8FtJohn DunnHome in 56.8secs to win 04 Jun trial. Right in the fight in the spring. Each way
9Lexington Queen0Lexington Queen9Ft  
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10Crystal930323Crystal10FtChris ButtKeeps finding a couple of better, but showed purpose 06 June. Just needs gaps.
11Sugar Babe5XSugar Babe11FtCarter Dalgety(J)Four 2025 trials since OK Apr 2024 debut. Nice zip for 10 Jun trial win. Chance.
12Carrera Tranquilo70800Carrera Tranquilo12FtRicky MayWon a trial on Saturday but don't overplay that. Needs to find several lengths.
13Connie GolightlyConnie Golightly13FtMatthew WilliamsonQualified last July. Caught late by Sugar Babe 10 Jun trials. Add to combos.
14Baltimore Again490XBaltimore Again14FtRobbie CloseJoins Stuart stable after form faded in brief spring campaign. Market watch.
15Beautiful Crazy394X23Beautiful Crazy15FtSheree TomlinsonGood efforts from contrasting draws in two runs back. Can run a cheeky race.
16Delighted40Delighted16Ft  
Best Bets: Sugar Babe (11),   Better Be Quick (8),   Crystal (10),   Summer Rose (3)
Star Trialist: Sugar Babe - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 17/02/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-28.0, 800m: 57.8, 400m: 30.2, Margins: head, neck, 12 len.
Gear Changes: Assisi Lover (2): SL-Off, BL-On, Carrera Tranquilo (12): BL-On, Sugar Babe (11): BL-Off    Legend
Horse Movements: Beautiful Crazy to Matt Purvis at Woodend Beach
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. TROT

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2000m

For 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 3: IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Billy Kimber227422Billy Kimber1FtSheree TomlinsonBuilding towards maiden win & much more reliable this time in. In the mix.
2Origin057X35Origin2FtPeter DavisTwo sterling efforts this time in. More rounded in her racing manners. EW.
3Remember BevRemember Bev3Ft  
4Unico TedaciousUnico Tedacious4FtJohn DunnImproved in all 3 trials & fought back well for qualifying win. Not the worst.
5Geraldine Clowers79X3Geraldine Clowers5FtMatthew WilliamsonTried hard behind runaway winner here 06 Jun. Likely improver. Place must.
6There You Go0X8X58There You Go6FtJustin SmithFair outings in two starts back since last racing in Feb 2023. Should need this.
7Pat BenatarPat Benatar7FtJohn MorrisonMixed efforts at trials. Faded to 4th 05 May trials. Best shot may not be today.
8Stuarts Buller Boy90X369Stuarts Buller Boy8FtBlair OrangeJust OK in two runs since stout 3rd here fresh 30 May. Take on trust tonight.
9KD Grins928428KD Grins9FtRobbie CloseSwallowed up after leading 08 Jun. Tends to step but need more at business end.
10Alice In Dreamland4Alice In Dreamland10FtWilson House(J)Plenty to like about debut 4th 08 Jun. Early steps the key. Blowout hope.
11Amendment8AmendmentU1FtBob ButtSmart trial win since joining Butt barn. Better for 21 Apr debut failure. EW.
Best Bets: Amendment (11),   Origin (2),   Billy Kimber (1),   Geraldine Clowers (5)
Star Trialist: Amendment - 1st of 8, N Cnty TOA, 28/05/25, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-29.7, 800m: 63.6, 400m: 31.1, Margins: 3/4len, 1 len, 3/4len.
Gear Changes: Amendment (11): BL-Off, Stuarts Buller Boy (8): P-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

2025 NZB WEANLING SALE - 26 JUNE MOBILE PACE

$15,000, NON-WINNERS, 1980m

For 3 yrs & older Non-Winner pacing colts,geldings & entires. Also Non-Winner 3 yrs & older fillies & mares with no earnings for lifetime with 1 or more starts for lifetime.

Participants for Race 4: 2025 NZB WEANLING SALE - 26 JUNE MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1So True8XSo True1FtScott LethabyFive spaced out trials since last racing in Dec 2023. Should be better for this.
2John Stewart83John Stewart2FtRicky MayMissed a run last week, but 3rd at Ashburton has been franked since. Consider.
3Ohoka Cobra723802Ohoka Cobra3FtBlair OrangeKept on trucking after working wide last week. Big draw upgrade. Danger.
4Lexington Queen0Lexington Queen4FtSam Thornley(J)Covered plenty of ground on debut but faded badly. Treat with caution. Combos.
5Here Comes Marty34XHere Comes Marty5FtRobbie CloseFreshened since looking likely in summer. Sure to have admirers in resuming run.
6Kotare Argent72Kotare Argent6FtTim WilliamsGrabbed in last 100m after gritty 2nd here 06 Jun. Likely improver. Keep safe.
7HiggyHiggy7Ft  
8Sir Alfred0Sir Alfred8FtKimberly Butt5 lengths away in 4th at trials since struggling on debut. Take on trust tonight
9Smoking Ashes67Smoking Ashes9FtRiley Harrison(J)A touch one-paced in two career starts. Draw offer little respite. First4s hope.
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10Crackle N CrunchX04454Crackle N Crunch10FtMatthew WilliamsonLooked capable in last four starts. Draw isn't ideal but can sneak a placing.
11Honour Bright Note90Honour Bright Note11FtCarter Dalgety(J)Well held at Waterlea trials since failing to fire on debut. Looking to others.
Best Bets: Ohoka Cobra (3),   Kotare Argent (6),   John Stewart (2),   Here Comes Marty (5)
Gear Changes: Honour Bright Note (11): SL-On, ACD-On, Kotare Argent (6): BL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

MID-WINTER XMAS AT ADDINGTON - BOOK NOW HANDICAP TROT

$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R55 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m

For R55 & faster 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 5: MID-WINTER XMAS AT ADDINGTON - BOOK NOW HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Paige331177Paige1FtSheree TomlinsonJust OK in two outings since smart 02 May victory here. Combos chance from front
2Moses291346Moses2FtGerard O'ReillyBarely puts in a bad run & gets head start on key threats here. EW claims.
3Edward Longshanks322143Edward Longshanks3FtTim WilliamsGood effort up the trail 13 Jun. Starting to prove very reliable. In the mix.
4Master ClassX32187Master Class4FtKimberly ButtEarly error & work may have told 30 May. Started campaign well. Place hope.
5It's So Easy908X12It's So Easy5FtPeter DavisResumed in fine fettle, with Ashburton win & sharp 2nd here. Combos spice.
6Zoltan Boscik281224Zoltan Boscik110Luke WhittakerEntitled to tire last week after erasing handicap quickly. Danger with a trip.
7Jimmy Carter735312Jimmy CarterU120John MorrisonDug in for the fight last week off 20m. Fewer rivals to work around here. Chance
Best Bets: Zoltan Boscik (6),   Jimmy Carter (7),   Edward Longshanks (3),   Moses (2)
Best Mile Rates: Jimmy Carter (2-01.6),   Zoltan Boscik (2-02.5),   Paige (2-02.9)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: It's So Easy (5): P-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

GARRARDS HORSE & HOUND HANDICAP PACE

$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R57 SPECIAL, 2600m

For R40 to R57 3yo-&-older pacers. Front: R40 to R50. 15m: R51 to R57.

Participants for Race 6: GARRARDS HORSE & HOUND HANDICAP PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Vermeer Lustre10X705Vermeer Lustre1FtJohn MorrisonSlowly improving in 3 starts back. Error at the start on Sunday though. Odds.
2Stealers Wheel443345Stealers Wheel2FtKimberly ButtWorking home nicely through the autumn. Race sets up OK here too. Each way.
3CarbonX13222Carbon3FtNikita Burton(J)Hardly missed a trick since clearing maidens at start of campaign. Stick with.
4Delightful Dreams2X8669Delightful Dreams4FtWilson House(J)Got back & stayed back 06 Jun. Unlucky 6th here 30 May. Rough combo claims.
5Major Performer943372Major Performer5FtCarter Dalgety(J)Emerged late for 2nd 08 Jun. All four wins came from a stand. Keep close watch.
6Gliding High009251Gliding High6FtMia Holbrough(J)Handy efforts in Amateur Champs. This field's a little deeper though. Top3/4.
7C C Arden825951C C Arden7FtTim WilliamsScored in style here 23 May in R40-47 company. Stand start debut but can win.
8Cheeky Red09206XCheeky Red8FtTerry ChmielResumes with 1 trial under the belt since mixed summer form. First4s preferred.
9Pure Courage351593Pure CourageU1FtBlair OrangeWent close here on Sunday. No fears of the stand start. Clear place prospect.
10Classie Linc020573Classie LincU2FtSheree TomlinsonCreeping her way back to form. Stoic effort in front on Sunday. Combos must.
11Done RocknX45978Done RocknU3FtJim CurtinTrial for new, in-form trainer after mixed autumn outings. Want right odds.
12Ebury Street2318X7Ebury Street115Sam Thornley(J)Didn't help herself in stronger grade last week. 15m not ideal but don't ignore.
13Mr Cash Man146732Mr Cash Man215Matthew WilliamsonGood runs in stronger grades down south. Can improve his fair stand start stats.
Best Bets: C C Arden (7),   Mr Cash Man (13),   Carbon (3),   Stealers Wheel (2)
Best Mile Rates: Cheeky Red (2-02.9),   Pure Courage (2-03.7),   Mr Cash Man (2-04.6)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: Done Rockn - 1st of 2, M Cant TOA, 22/04/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-16.5, 800m: 59.7, 400m: 28.9, Margins: 3/4len.
Gear Changes: Carbon (3): BL-Off, RD-On, Cheeky Red (8): RD-Off, FD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

WOODLANDS WINNING WEANLINGS 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 7: WOODLANDS WINNING WEANLINGS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Sky Rocket2885X6Sky Rocket1FtRobbie CloseBack to mobile after tardy start last Friday. Has gate speed. Could surprise.
2Trump Card7X2215Trump Card2FtOlivia Thornley(J)Didn't have all favours 30 May, but excellent in 3 runs prior. Should have fans.
3Blue Rock Dancer101646Blue Rock Dancer3FtBen HopeCouldn't fire here 06 Jun & doesn't always show early speed. First4s best.
4Miki Knows743523Miki Knows4FtJohn DunnGave a good sight in front last week. Chance to dash early from mobile. EW.
5Cheer The Captain17X11Cheer The Captain5FtTerry ChmielImpressive in two starts back from variable draws. Another step up. Place.
6Magician04761XMagician6FtBlair OrangeMid-race move to win 10 Jun trial. Shown plenty of upside in 17 starts. Threat.
7Spirit Of Anarchy937532Spirit Of Anarchy7FtCarter Dalgety(J)Usual gate speed on display through recent starts. Likely similar. Multiples.
8Francent045151Francent8Ft  
9Akatea352111Akatea9FtTim WilliamsNot bombproof but had too many guns in front 06 Jun. Tricky draw. Has claims.
Best Bets: Trump Card (2),   Akatea (9),   Magician (6)
Best Mile Rates: Trump Card (1-55.0),   Spirit Of Anarchy (1-56.3),   Akatea (1-56.3)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Magician - 1st of 7, Ashburton, 10/06/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-10.4, 800m: 58.7, 400m: 28.0, Margins: 3/4len, 1/2len, 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Spirit Of Anarchy (7): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

YABBY DAM FARMS AT NZB WEANLING SALE 26 JUNE HANDICAP TROT

$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R51 DISCRETIONARY, 2600m

For R40 to R51 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 8: YABBY DAM FARMS AT NZB WEANLING SALE 26 JUNE HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Brian Beatt632106Brian Beatt1FtAmanda TomlinsonEarnest attempt in similar company last week. Cheeky Top3/4 claims from #1.
2Denver31400XDenver2FtTayla Duley(J)Two trials for new trainer at beach. Showed ability early on. Could surprise.
3Randel Huston P219680Randel Huston P3FtBlair OrangeOld habits have reappeared recently. No doubting his motor, but take on trust.
4Special Effects0080X9Special Effects4FtTim WilliamsRound in one piece, albeit carefully last week. Likely to be at juicy odds again
5Rock Lobster1060X0Rock LobsterU1FtJohn DunnCopped an early check last week, so forgive her. Could steal a placing at odds.
6Bonnie BagrieX06431Bonnie BagrieU2FtBob ButtHeld her nerve nicely for 08 Jun win. Dangerous on her day. Place claims.
7Whats WantedX54X58Whats Wanted110Sheree TomlinsonTrying hard in both starts back. Edging closer in the markets too. Combos claims
8Almighty107X96Almighty210Kimberly ButtMore reliable 08 Jun after early mistake fresh 30 May. Want right price here.
9The Royal Gamble8X9623The Royal Gamble310Sam Thornley(J)Doesn't win out of turn, but gave a good sight in front last week. Each way.
10Our Evie Rae01X090Our Evie Rae410  
11Atlantic City1166X0Atlantic City510Ricky May4th to subsequent race winner 10 Jun trials. Talented filly. Can play a part.
12Bullit Train074745Bullit Train610Samantha OttleyHad his chance at Timaru. Skinny course stats a concern, but give another go.
13Rachmaninov809394RachmaninovU110Robbie CloseAdded spice to First4s last week with stout 4th. Top 6 would be a good result.
Best Bets: Atlantic City (11),   The Royal Gamble (9),   Bullit Train (12),   Whats Wanted (7)
Best Mile Rates: Randel Huston P (2-04.9),   Special Effects (2-05.9),   Rachmaninov (2-06.0)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Denver (2): FD-Off, BL-Off, RD-On, Whats Wanted (7): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R55, 2600m

For R40 to R55 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 9: GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Heaven867106Heaven1FtColin DeFilippiNot bad when belatedly clear last week. Stronger grade here though. Odds.
2La Concha74212XLa Concha2FtCarter Dalgety(J)Good in two trials, since running strong races in late 2024. Drawn to fire.
3Action MajorX29325Action Major3FtCraig ThornleyIn for the fight in last three starts this time in. Draw on his side again. EW.
4Samvasa211697Samvasa4FtJim CurtinCan't knock the trip in transit last week but lacked punch late. Seeking more.
5Captain Christian626X13Captain Christian5FtTerry ChmielBacked up maiden win with gritty 3rd 06 Jun. Moves to front row. Consider.
6Celestial SeaX71312Celestial Sea6FtJohn DunnCaught in the shadows 06 Jun & that form should be franked. Hard to beat.
7Pioneer1144P7Pioneer7FtJohn MorrisonAsked for little at 10 Jun trial since autumn form dropped away. Could shock.
8Matai Harry611869Matai Harry8FtWilson House(J)Didn't go all his way last week, but no extra late. Tough ask from wide draw.
9Music Mistress679X21Music Mistress9FtTim WilliamsUnleashed in style 23 May. Bonus run in grade. Chance to overcome draw.
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10Wuhan000X48Wuhan10Ft  
11Auntie Deb682294Auntie Deb11FtBlair OrangeDidn't give up after working into it late on Sunday. Stronger grade. First4s.
Best Bets: Celestial Sea (6),   Music Mistress (9),   La Concha (2),   Captain Christian (5)
Best Mile Rates: Music Mistress (1-59.7),   Action Major (1-59.8),   Matai Harry (2-01.8)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: La Concha (2): SL-On    Legend
Runner Index
 
Action Major -  Race 9
Akatea -  Race 7
Alice In Dreamland -  Race 3
Almighty -  Race 8
Amendment -  Race 3
Asian Joker -  Race 2
Assisi Lover -  Race 2
Atlantic City -  Race 8
Auntie Deb -  Race 9
Baltimore Again -  Race 2
Banksy -  Race 1
Beautiful Crazy -  Race 2
Better Be Quick -  Race 2
Billy Kimber -  Race 3
Blue Rock Dancer -  Race 7
Bonnie Bagrie -  Race 8
Brian Beatt -  Race 8
Bullit Train -  Race 8
Captain Christian -  Race 9
Carbon -  Race 6
Carrera Tranquilo -  Race 2
C C Arden -  Race 6
Celestial Sea -  Race 9
Cheeky Red -  Race 6
Cheer The Captain -  Race 7
Classie Linc -  Race 6
Connie Golightly -  Race 2
Crackle N Crunch -  Race 4
Crystal -  Race 2
Delighted -  Race 2
Delightful Dreams -  Race 6
Delightingold -  Race 2
Denver -  Race 8
Done Rockn -  Race 6
Donttelltheboys -  Race 1
Ebury Street -  Race 6
Edward Longshanks -  Race 5
Forever Dream -  Race 1
Francent -  Race 7
Geraldine Clowers -  Race 3
Gliding High -  Race 6
Heaven -  Race 9
Here Comes Marty -  Race 4
Higgy -  Race 4
Honour Bright Note -  Race 2 Race 4
It's So Easy -  Race 5
Jimmy Carter -  Race 5
John Stewart -  Race 4
KD Grins -  Race 3
Kotare Argent -  Race 4
La Concha -  Race 9
Lexington Queen -  Race 2 Race 4
Magician -  Race 7
Major Performer -  Race 6
Master Class -  Race 5
Matai Harry -  Race 9
Melton Magnate -  Race 1
Miki Flybye -  Race 1
Miki Knows -  Race 7
Miracle Memphis -  Race 1
Moses -  Race 5
Mr Cash Man -  Race 6
Music Mistress -  Race 9
Ohoka Cobra -  Race 4
Origin -  Race 3
Our Evie Rae -  Race 8
Paige -  Race 5
Pat Benatar -  Race 3
Pioneer -  Race 9
Pure Courage -  Race 6
Rachmaninov -  Race 8
Randel Huston P -  Race 8
Remember Bev -  Race 3
Rockingood -  Race 1
Rock Lobster -  Race 8
Samvasa -  Race 9
Sir Alfred -  Race 4
Sky Rocket -  Race 7
Smoking Ashes -  Race 4
So True -  Race 4
Special Effects -  Race 8
Spirit Of Anarchy -  Race 7
Stealers Wheel -  Race 6
Stuarts Buller Boy -  Race 3
Sugar Babe -  Race 2
Summer Rose -  Race 2
There You Go -  Race 3
The Royal Gamble -  Race 8
Trump Card -  Race 7
Tuppence -  Race 2
Unico Tedacious -  Race 3
Vermeer Lustre -  Race 6
Whats Wanted -  Race 8
Wuhan -  Race 9
Wyda Wake -  Race 2
Zoltan Boscik -  Race 5