NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 6 September
- Race Number:
- Race 1
- Race Time:
CADUCEUS CLUB 2YO FILLIES CLASSIC PRELUDE (MOBILE PACE)
$30,000, 2YO FILLIES, 1980m
For 2-year-old pacing fillies.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 721X | Gone Surfin | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Classy trial win ahead of resuming. Comfy win in Group 3 in June. Big hope. |
| 2 |  | 424X | Spicey Crunch | 2 | Ft | Tim Williams | Cheeky 4th 21 Aug trials & not far off them last campaign. Has claims. |
| 3 |  | Better Be Quick | 3 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Only two public appearances. Dashed late 28 Aug workouts. Combos on debut. | |
| 4 | | 3 | Elektra King | 4 | Ft | Blair Orange | Not bad when finding gaps at Ashburton. Better for that outing. Place. |
| 5 |  | Sabala | 5 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Hauled in late in her July qualifier. Stable change since. Could offer cheek. | |
| 6 | | 6X | Theron | 6 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | OK in one run in the autumn. Zippy in her 21 Aug trials. Not the worst. |
| Best Bets: Gone Surfin (1), Spicey Crunch (2), Theron (6), Sabala (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Gone Surfin (1-55.4) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Gone Surfin - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 28/08/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-28.2, 800m: 55.8, 400m: 27.7, Margins: 2 1/4len, 6 1/4len, nose. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Gone Surfin (1): BL-Off, Spicey Crunch (2): SL-Off, Theron (6): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 2
- Race Time:
JOHN JONES STEEL MOBILE TROT
$16,000, 3YO & OLDER UP TO & INCLUDING R50, 1980m
For up to & including R50 trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 565463 | Imperial Command | 1 | Ft | Alan Clark | Thereabouts recently & always gets handy from the mobile. Combos spice. |
| 2 |  | 9X862X | Look To Da Stars | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Looked sharper in the autumn in Group company. Close up 3rd 28 Aug trials. EW. |
| 3 |  | X03220 | Paramount Lady | 3 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Broke when making lead bid at Ashburton. Building confidence prior. Place. |
| 4 |  | 00800X | Kawhi | 4 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Form dropped away in late 2023. Caught the eye 28 Aug trials. Blowout. |
| 5 |  | 9573X0 | Monarch Prince | 5 | Ft | Tim Williams | Should appreciate mobile after botching stand start 30 Aug. Want right odds. |
| 6 |  | X2275X | Princess Sadie | 6 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Came to the end of it last campaign but she's tenacious. Consider fresh-up. |
| 7 |  | 090X21 | The River Boy | 7 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Looked sharp down south in two runs back. Likes the mobile. Adds to puzzle. |
| 8 |  | 12 | Fear And Faith | 8 | Ft | John Morrison | Quiet trial against pacers since bright start to career. May be over the odds. |
| 9 |  | 188560 | Bonnie Bagrie | 9 | Ft | Sam Payne(J) | Down in grade from recent assignments. Mobile may assist. Gold coin hope. |
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| 10 |  | 0710X3 | Regal Sierra | 10 | Ft | John Dunn | Rattled home last week when resuming. Draw could be sticky but keep safe. |
| 11 |  | 1569X4 | Yosemite | 11 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Nothing wrong with her fresh 4th 02 Aug. Has some upside. Look for her late. |
| Best Bets: Look To Da Stars (2), Princess Sadie (6), Regal Sierra (10), The River Boy (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Regal Sierra (2-01.6), Princess Sadie (2-01.8), Monarch Prince (2-02.9) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Princess Sadie - 1st of 7, N Otago HR, 27/08/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-34.7, 800m: 58.3, Margins: neck, 2 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Bonnie Bagrie (9): P-On, Kawhi (4): BL-Off, RD-On, Look To Da Stars (2): RD-Off, FD-On, Paramount Lady (3): HH-Off, Princess Sadie (6): SL-Off, Yosemite (11): BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 3
- Race Time:
CHRIST THE REDEEMER CATHOLIC PARISH MOBILE PACE
$16,000, R40 TO R50, 1980m
For R40 to R50 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 606688 | Eastwood Dream | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 |  | 450987 | Auntie Deb | 2 | Ft | Andrew Faulks | Handy late here last week. Best draw in a few starts. Could shock them. |
| 3 | | 426135 | Jaccka Opa | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Out late here last week when supported. Options from this draw. In the mix. |
| 4 |  | 6X8551 | Moose Morowski | 4 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Cleared maidens well at Rangiora. Lobs a similar draw. Can handle step up. |
| 5 |  | 471066 | Keeping It Kiwi | 5 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Fading late after gritty efforts on the speed recently. Slight grade drop. EW. |
| 6 | | 00X31 | I'm Rockin | 6 | Ft | Robbie Close | Found a great spot here 23 Aug & duly prevailed. Moves away from unruly. Threat. |
| 7 |  | 783344 | What A Minx | 7 | Ft | Blair Orange | Lacking her customary zip in mid-late August. Will find this easier. Multiples. |
| 8 |  | 135X32 | Bronson | 8 | Ft | Bob Butt | Returned in fine fettle & has gate speed at times. Can to use it to feature. |
| 9 | | 214X | Bettors Anvil | 9 | Ft | Tim Williams | Went from last to 3rd in 28 Aug trial. Draw no help but can overcome this. |
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| 10 |  | 14730X | Renegade | 10 | Ft | Ricky May | Tidy 3rd at 28 Aug trials ahead of this. Awkward draw tonight. Top3/4 claims. |
| 11 |  | X28418 | Wuhan | 11 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Midfield finish in R47-51 grade last week. Brave 19 Jul win. Include in First4s. |
| 12 | | 3X6512 | Salute | 12 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Caught on the line at Rangiora. Jumps up in grade. Combos from 2nd row. |
| Best Bets: Bettors Anvil (9), I'm Rockin (6), Bronson (8), Jaccka Opa (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Bettors Anvil (1-56.0), What A Minx (1-57.6), I'm Rockin (1-57.9) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Keeping It Kiwi (5): ACD-On, What A Minx (7): SL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 4
- Race Time:
THERMO KING MOBILE PACE
$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R58 TO R75, 1980m
For R58 to R75 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 23511X | Harrison John | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Ended last campaign well. Held on to win 28 Aug trials. Consider from #1. |
| 2 |  | 026554 | Helium | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Secured first stand start placing 30 Aug. Back to preferred mobile. Keep safe. |
| 3 |  | 19X310 | Justcallmemiki | 3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Tidy 3rd behind #1 at trials since fading here 26 Jul. Stable in form. Each way. |
| 4 |  | 655342 | Buckskin | 4 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Improved his course record with smart 2nd last week. Obvious combos bait. |
| 5 |  | 54630X | Deceptive Lee | 5 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Four winter trials since hovering around midfield last campaign. May need this. |
| 6 |  | 1PP9X8 | Live On Legend | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Covered some ground fresh-up 23 Aug. May get back from wide draw. Combos. |
| 7 | | 3162X5 | Tide And Time | 7 | Ft | Robbie Close | Tried hard here 23 Aug after going back from this draw. Likely improver. Place. |
| 8 | | 1225X3 | Xlendi | 8 | Ft | Bob Butt | Lost no fans with his fresh 3rd 23 Aug. Building an impressive record. Can win. |
| 9 |  | 399X07 | Laver | 9 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Drops back from open-class & will appreciate being on even terms. Has claims. |
| Best Bets: Xlendi (8), Harrison John (1), Laver (9), Justcallmemiki (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Laver (1-51.9), Tide And Time (1-54.3), Harrison John (1-54.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Harrison John - 1st of 8, N Cnty TOA, 28/08/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-30.3, 800m: 56.8, 400m: 27.5, Margins: 1/2 head, 2 len, 2 1/2len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Justcallmemiki (3): BL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Live On Legend to Brent & Tim White at Ashburton Raceway | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 5
- Race Time:
THE HICKMAN FAMILY 'ORDEAL' TROTTING CUP (HCP TROT) (Gr3)
$40,000, DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2600m
For all trotters. The winner of this Race is guaranteed a start in the 2024 Renwick Farms Dominion Trot, providing it is eligible for selection.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 11028X | Eurostyle | 1 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Won both her public runs since form faded in autumn. Top3/4 prospect. |
| 2 |  | X2321X | Galway Girl | 2 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Really found a groove last campaign. Flew late for 27 Aug trial win. Has claims |
| 3 | | 3232X1 | Mighty Logan | 3 | Ft | Tim Williams | Held off classy stablemate 23 Aug. First 100m the key. Each way contender. |
| 4 | | 1958X3 | Gold Bullion | 4 | Ft | Bob Butt | Lost no admirers with fresh 3rd 23 Aug. Still learning, but fill a Top3 spot. |
| 5 |  | 131134 | Mr Love | 5 | Ft | Ben Hope | Did it tough sitting parked 23 Aug. Looked powerful with a sit. Worth a look. |
| 6 |  | 11116X | Fiery Bandito | U1 | Ft | Kirstin Green | Stacked together the wins last campaign. Gets into this well. Genuine prospect. |
| 7 |  | 111671 | Tectonic | U2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Rumbled home for 09 Aug win & race grade has worked out well here. EW. |
| 8 |  | 539X45 | Maui | U3 | Ft | David McCormick | Honest attempts in two August runs. Work to do from unruly spot. Roughie. |
| 9 |  | 322217 | Jimmy Carter | U4 | Ft | John Morrison | Trialled since hard ask off 40m 12 Jul. Much closer early on here. Place hope. |
| 10 | | 0077X1 | Confessional | U5 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Classy win here last week. No punishment in handicaps. Can double up. |
| 11 | | 536X46 | Aardiebythehill | 1 | 10 | Blair Orange | Got it wrong behind mobile 23 Aug. Open-class talent at his best. In the mix. |
| 12 | | 75734X | Love N The Port | 2 | 10 | Matthew Williamson | Group 1 winner resuming. Close 2nd at Oamaru trials. Fresh record appeals. |
| 13 | | 0110X2 | Sunnys Sister | U1 | 10 | John Dunn | Almost caught #3 here 23 Aug when resuming. Has sheer speed. Top pick. |
| Best Bets: Sunnys Sister (13), Mighty Logan (3), Confessional (10), Tectonic (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Mr Love (2-01.6), Jimmy Carter (2-01.6), Love N The Port (2-02.0) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Galway Girl - 1st of 4, Ashburton, 27/08/24, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-08.9, 800m: 58.0, 400m: 27.6, Margins: head, 2 1/2len, 6 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Aardiebythehill (11): SL-Off, Gold Bullion (4): BL-Off, HH-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 6
- Race Time:
ARK FINANCIAL GROUP MOBILE PACE
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 2YO & OLDER, 1980m
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 7X6344 | Art Jordan | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Solid efforts in nice enough fields. Slots into the ace draw. Include once again |
| 2 |  | Dixieland Delight | 2 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Won her qualifier & fought back for 4th 28 Aug trials. Top3/4 on debut. | |
| 3 |  | 3269X8 | Misty Blue | 3 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Grass trial winner since a solid 8th here 23 Aug. Goes well on occasion. Place. |
| 4 | | 3246X | Party Central | 4 | Ft | Blair Orange | Stoic 2nd at 28 Aug trials & wasn't far off top 2YOs last season. Winning hope. |
| 5 |  | 3X | Sure To Rise | 5 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Bypassed last week & 21 Aug trials form has been franked. Don't underestimate. |
| 6 |  | 5 | Carlin | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Got clear late on debut last week. Similar draw. Look for a slashing run late. |
| 7 | | 7X53 | Sacetas | 7 | Ft | Ricky May | Caught the eye when 3rd last week. Continuing to improve. Worth considering. |
| 8 |  | FX235 | Sweet Raine | 8 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Honest attempts in maiden grade this time in. Strong field here. First4s. |
| 9 |  | 384396 | Quicker Than Quick | U1 | Ft | Bob Butt | Battling efforts after getting back from the unruly recently. Juicy odds. |
| Best Bets: Party Central (4), Sacetas (7), Sure To Rise (5), Art Jordan (1) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Dixieland Delight - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 14/08/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-33.3, 800m: 58.8, 400m: 29.2, Margins: nose, 1/2 neck, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Sweet Raine (8): BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 7
- Race Time:
AVON CITY FORD NEW BRIGHTON CUP (STAND PACE) (Gr3)
$40,000, FFA, 2600m
For all pacers. The winner of this Race is guaranteed a start in the 2024 IRT NZ Trotting Cup, providing it is eligible for selection.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 131460 | Heisenberg | 1 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Not a factor off the 25m mark last week. Race conditions suit. Combos spice. |
| 2 | | 0320X3 | Macandrew Aviator | 2 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Nine months away didn't bother him here 23 Aug. Can lead & offer cheek. |
| 3 | | 1142X5 | Ohoka Connor | 3 | Ft | Tim Williams | Brave 5th when resuming. Has tremendous speed. Danger with early manners. |
| 4 | | 8221X2 | Charlie Brown | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Continues to handle everything thrown at him. Similar set-up here. Keep safe. |
| 5 | | 1038X8 | B D Joe | 5 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Doing his best work late here 23 Aug. Moves up to front line. Bright hope. |
| 6 | | 531106 | Franco Sinatra | 6 | Ft | Bob Butt | Tried hard off 25m mark last week. No doubting race fitness. Adds to puzzle. |
| 7 | | 1352X1 | Dalton Shard | 7 | Ft | Robbie Close | Got his Cup ticket with sharp Group 3 win 23 Aug. May hunt lead early. EW. |
| 8 | | 13110X | Sherlock | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Quality 4YO resuming after last racing in Australia. 28 Aug trial winner. Threat |
| 9 | | 2131X7 | Who's Delight | U1 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Nothing wrong with his fresh 7th in Group 3. Talented. Upset with last shot. |
| Best Bets: B D Joe (5), Ohoka Connor (3), Dalton Shard (7), Franco Sinatra (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: B D Joe (1-59.4), Macandrew Aviator (1-59.7), Dalton Shard (2-00.1) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Sherlock - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 28/08/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-23.9, 800m: 56.7, 400m: 27.9, Margins: 1 len, 1 1/4len, 7 len. | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 8
- Race Time:
NEVELE R FILLIES SERIES No. 46 (Heat 2) MOBILE PACE
$22,500, 3YO & OLDER, UP TO R70 WITH COND., 1980m
For up to R70 3yo pacing fillies with winning stakes up to and including $40000 for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 065223 | Bubble Me | 1 | Ft | Kirstin Green | Solid efforts down south & has gate speed. Strong field here though. Combos. |
| 2 |  | 22 | Oneroa | 2 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Done little wrong in two career starts. Useful draw again. May be over the odds. |
| 3 |  | 4436X0 | Anytime At All | 3 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Well-tried filly who isn't racing at her best level. Looking to others for now. |
| 4 |  | 0351X7 | Post Painter | 4 | Ft | Robbie Close | Whacked away from 2nd row 23 Aug. Better draw, but seeking improvement. |
| 5 |  | 73X975 | Lilac Luxury | 5 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Midfield finishes her lot since resuming. Tasty price may reflect her chances. |
| 6 | | X26X72 | Melody Banner | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Gritty 2nd after mid-race move here 23 Aug. Draws in slightly closer. Each way. |
| 7 | | 147126 | Follow Your Dream | 7 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Tucked in for 8th 28 Aug trials. Showed gate speed previously. Has claims. |
| 8 | | 360156 | Molly Belwin | 8 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Brave win here in June & there or thereabouts since. Not the worst from #8. |
| 9 |  | 44113X | Queen Of Swords | 9 | Ft | John Dunn | Nice 2nd at trials since impressive northern campaign. Danger despite draw. |
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| 10 | | 313814 | Happy Harper | 10 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Continues to offer cheek regardless of draw. This draw's tricky though. Combos. |
| 11 | | 221742 | Tact Teena | 11 | Ft | ||
| 12 | | 5122 | Shakira | 12 | Ft | Ricky May | Displayed a great turn of speed in autumn/winter. Look for her late in this. |
| 13 | | 3466X3 | Treacherous Baby | 13 | Ft | Blair Orange | Will only be fitter for her 3rd from sticky draw 30 Aug. Genuine threat again. |
| Best Bets: Treacherous Baby (13), Queen Of Swords (9), Shakira (12), Melody Banner (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Happy Harper (1-57.1), Molly Belwin (1-57.9), Melody Banner (1-58.0) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Shakira - 1st of 5, Mt Hutt, 31/08/24, 2300m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-09.0, 800m: 62.9, 400m: 31.3, Margins: 3/4len, 8 len. | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 9
- Race Time:
MAIA HEALTH FOUNDATION HANDICAP TROT
$17,500, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R65 SPECIAL, 2600m
For R51 to R65 3yo-&-older trotters. Front: R51 to R57. 10m: R58 to R65.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 251154 | It's So Easy | 1 | Ft | Peter Davis | Useful 4th last week & has been near the speed prior to last week. Combos hope. |
| 2 |  | 188533 | Royal Del | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Did his fair share of work last week. Loves this distance. Don't disregard. |
| 3 |  | 352111 | One El | 3 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Found his mojo through the winter. Jumps up in grade though. Top3/4 claims. |
| 4 |  | X13102 | A Fine Patrick | U1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Back on track with handy 2nd to #10 23 Aug. Manners the key. Each way. |
| 5 | | 15105X | Muscle Sass | U2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Nice trial wins ahead of resuming. Bit hit and miss last campaign. First4s. |
| 6 | | 1348X8 | Cormoran Strike | 1 | 10 | Robbie Close | Out of commission early last week. Capable, but manners need to improve. |
| 7 | | 32214X | Aroha Kenny | 2 | 10 | Ricky May | Good mare on her day. 5th at trials ahead of this. Can offer cheek fresh. |
| 8 |  | 14X68X | High Step | 3 | 10 | Blair Orange | Didn't fire in the autumn. Swooped for easy 21 Aug trial win. Keep onside. |
| 9 | | 14086X | Masterly | 4 | 10 | Bob Butt | Comes in fresh after struggling to find his best over summer. Market your guide. |
| 10 |  | XP1321 | Zoltan Boscik | 5 | 10 | Luke Whittaker | A trotter with promise based on his winter runs. Capable of having last say. |
| 11 | | 31400X | Walkinonsunshine | U1 | 10 | Matthew Williamson | Two 3rds, including nice 21 Aug zip, in her winter trials. Could stun them. |
| 12 | | 1X1DX4 | Tyron Eros | U2 | 10 | John Dunn | Massive recovery to grab 4th here 23 Aug. Very talented, but watch him early. |
| Best Bets: High Step (8), A Fine Patrick (4), Zoltan Boscik (10), Tyron Eros (12) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Aroha Kenny (2-03.4), Royal Del (2-03.9), A Fine Patrick (2-04.5) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: High Step - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 21/08/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-24.5, 800m: 58.5, 400m: 29.7, Margins: 1/2len, 2 1/4len, 11 1/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Masterly (9): SL-Off, Walkinonsunshine (11): BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 10
- Race Time:
THE HICKMAN FAMILY & CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL PARISH MOBILE PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R55, 1980m
For R51 to R55 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 512125 | Miki's Courage | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | 3rd at trials since showing enterprise in autumn. Useful grade but consider. |
| 2 |  | 364493 | Warloch | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Nice 3rd at a decent price last week. Drawn to have options again. Combos spice. |
| 3 |  | 434221 | Piccadilly Pete | 3 | Ft | Ricky May | Up in grade after soaring late for 23 Aug win. Can handle some work. Place. |
| 4 | | 543312 | Dave Duley | 4 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Trial winner since displaying purpose earlier in campaign. A leading prospect. |
| 5 |  | 131886 | Choco Lou | 5 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Couldn't go on with it here last week. May find this a little easier. Multiples. |
| 6 |  | 7100X1 | Edge Of Reason | 6 | Ft | Blair Orange | Easy winner in the amateurs at Rangiora. Some smarter types here. Upset. |
| 7 | | 8X4742 | Jack Tar | 7 | Ft | Ben Hope | Very gritty 2nd at Ashburton off 20m. Has worked from wide draws. Threat. |
| 8 | | 421875 | Glengarry Moonlight | 8 | Ft | ||
| 9 | | 69X366 | Katherine | 9 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Contrasting 6ths through mid-late August. Draw makes this hard. Midfield again. |
| Best Mile Rates: Jack Tar (1-55.0), Warloch (1-55.3), Katherine (1-55.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Dave Duley - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 28/08/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-23.3, 800m: 58.1, 400m: 28.5, Margins: nose, nose, 2 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Dave Duley (4): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Edge Of Reason to Steven McRae at West Melton | |||||||
Runner Index
Aardiebythehill - Race 5
A Fine Patrick - Race 9
Anytime At All - Race 8
Aroha Kenny - Race 9
Art Jordan - Race 6
Auntie Deb - Race 3
B D Joe - Race 7
Better Be Quick - Race 1
Bettors Anvil - Race 3
Bonnie Bagrie - Race 2
Bronson - Race 3
Bubble Me - Race 8
Buckskin - Race 4
Carlin - Race 6
Charlie Brown - Race 7
Choco Lou - Race 10
Confessional - Race 5
Cormoran Strike - Race 9
Dalton Shard - Race 7
Dave Duley - Race 10
Deceptive Lee - Race 4
Dixieland Delight - Race 6
Eastwood Dream - Race 3
Edge Of Reason - Race 10
Elektra King - Race 1
Eurostyle - Race 5
Fear And Faith - Race 2
Fiery Bandito - Race 5
Follow Your Dream - Race 8
Franco Sinatra - Race 7
Galway Girl - Race 5
Glengarry Moonlight - Race 10
Gold Bullion - Race 5
Gone Surfin - Race 1
Happy Harper - Race 8
Harrison John - Race 4
Heisenberg - Race 7
Helium - Race 4
High Step - Race 9
Imperial Command - Race 2
I'm Rockin - Race 3
It's So Easy - Race 9
Jaccka Opa - Race 3
Jack Tar - Race 10
Jimmy Carter - Race 5
Justcallmemiki - Race 4
Katherine - Race 10
Kawhi - Race 2
Keeping It Kiwi - Race 3
Laver - Race 4
Lilac Luxury - Race 8
Live On Legend - Race 4
Look To Da Stars - Race 2
Love N The Port - Race 5
Macandrew Aviator - Race 7
Masterly - Race 9
Maui - Race 5
Melody Banner - Race 8
Mighty Logan - Race 5
Miki's Courage - Race 10
Misty Blue - Race 6
Molly Belwin - Race 8
Monarch Prince - Race 2
Moose Morowski - Race 3
Mr Love - Race 5
Muscle Sass - Race 9
Ohoka Connor - Race 7
One El - Race 9
Oneroa - Race 8
Paramount Lady - Race 2
Party Central - Race 6
Piccadilly Pete - Race 10
Post Painter - Race 8
Princess Sadie - Race 2
Queen Of Swords - Race 8
Quicker Than Quick - Race 6
Regal Sierra - Race 2
Renegade - Race 3
Royal Del - Race 9
Sabala - Race 1
Sacetas - Race 6
Salute - Race 3
Shakira - Race 8
Sherlock - Race 7
Spicey Crunch - Race 1
Sunnys Sister - Race 5
Sure To Rise - Race 6
Sweet Raine - Race 6
Tact Teena - Race 8
Tectonic - Race 5
The River Boy - Race 2
Theron - Race 1
Tide And Time - Race 4
Treacherous Baby - Race 8
Tyron Eros - Race 9
Walkinonsunshine - Race 9
Warloch - Race 10
What A Minx - Race 3
Who's Delight - Race 7
Wuhan - Race 3
Xlendi - Race 4
Yosemite - Race 2
Zoltan Boscik - Race 9