Auckland Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 13 September
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- Race 1
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ALWAYS B MIKI AT ALABAR MOBILE PACE
$15,000, 2YO & OLDER, WITH COND., 2200m
For pacers with 1 win for lifetime. The winner will get a rating penalty free win if 4YO and older, and driven by a Junior Driver, and has not previously won a rating penalty free race this season.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 238850 | Lincoln La Moose | 1 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Udone by breaks last week. Lands ace draw again but remaining handy the key. |
| 2 | | 95514 | Tyson | 2 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Sound 4th followed nice victory and he's drawn to be a minor's prospect again. |
| 3 |  | 14337 | J T Boe | 3 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Unlucky when 2.9L from winner off barrier 8, 30 Aug. Nice debut win;' E/W value. |
| 4 |  | 1 | Without You | 4 | Ft | Mark Purdon | Justified support on debut at Add. from Purdon barn and will take beating again. |
| 5 |  | 2X1 | Always Be Mattie | 5 | Ft | Matthew White | Found a response when tackled here 2 weeks ago. Sure to figure strongly tonight |
| 6 |  | 416 | Runkle Crunch | 6 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | No danger off a wide draw when last here following upset win. Draw hurts; risk. |
| 7 |  | 214X7 | Hezasweetie | 7 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Got back after pacing roughly early last week but found line nicely. kKep safe. |
| Best Bets: Without You (4), Always Be Mattie (5), J T Boe (3), Hezasweetie (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Always Be Mattie (1-58.8), Lincoln La Moose (1-58.9), J T Boe (2-00.1) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
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- Race 2
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CAPTAIN CRUNCH AT ALABAR MOBILE PACE
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 2YO & OLDER, 2200m
For Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Sex (fillies and mares drawn inside colts, geldings and entires) using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 3 | Beetastic | 1 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | Game first-up run here, 30 Aug. Will carry healthy support from inside marble. |
| 2 | | Princess Lisa | 2 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Gallant 2nd in recent trail indicates she will be required from a handy alley. | |
| 3 |  | 46X375 | Little Hoofananny | 3 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Has landed two placings from 10 starts and not far away in recent runs. Booster. |
| 4 | | 4 | Blackjack | 4 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Did a decent job on debut after getting taken off gate. Entitled to full respect |
| 5 |  | 44 | Skys Legacy | 5 | Ft | David Butcher | Fought from a cushy trip 2 weeks ago after solid debut. Fringe first 4 prospect. |
| 6 | | Miki Doo | 6 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Not pushed when 3rd of 4 in 22 Aug w'out. Mum was a handy type; market watch. | |
| 7 |  | 33X225 | Waltzing With Miki | 7 | Ft | James Stormont | Left parked when last here from similar alley. Bold 2nd's at Camb. prior. Minors |
| 8 |  | 37 | Scooter B | 8 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Run down attempting all the way win first-up but no luck, 23 Aug. Draw hurts. |
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| 9 | | 8 | Captains Secret | 9 | Ft | Kristina Denifostova(J) | Lacked a kick when debuting here, 30 Aug. Requires luck from 2nd row tonight. |
| Best Bets: Beetastic (1), Blackjack (4), Princess Lisa (2), Miki Doo (6) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Scooter B (8): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Waltzing With Miki to Zachary Butcher at Pukekohe | |||||||
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- Race 3
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TACTICAL APPROACH AT ALABAR N.I. JUVENILE CHAMPS MOB TROT
$25,000, 2YO MOBILE, 2200m
For 2-year-old trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 4 | Cyclone Sala | 1 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Paced roughly on debut when 7.2L 4th. Drawn nicely but happy taking notes here. |
| 2 |  | 2 | Hillbilly | 2 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | 2nd from the trail behind stable-mate 2 weeks ago. Similar run likely, must have |
| 3 |  | 45X3 | Sharp Image | 3 | Ft | James Stormont | Battled away resuming and with natural improvement looks a minor's prospect. |
| 4 | | 5 | Youneverknow | 4 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Blew to bits early on debut with support. Allow another chance tonight. Combo's. |
| 5 | | 1 | Ya Eejit Ya | 5 | Ft | Emily Johnson(J) | Took full advantage of the ace to win first-up. Threat to Purdon/Phelan pair. |
| 6 | | 121X | Higher Power | 6 | Ft | Scott Phelan | Looked good winning here back in May and has trialed. Looks hard to contain. |
| 7 | | D12X | Meant To Be | U1 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | 2nd to #6 here, 17 May and did more work. Should pose the main danger again. |
| Best Bets: Higher Power (6), Meant To Be (7), Ya Eejit Ya (5), Hillbilly (2) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Meant To Be - 1st of 4, Auckland, 29/08/24, 2050m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-43.9, 800m: 61.1, 400m: 29.3, Margins: head, 13 1/2len, 26 3/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Hillbilly (2): FD-Off, RD-On, BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 4
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PEBBLE BEACH AT ALABAR SILK ROAD SERIES (HEAT 1) MOB PACE
$15,000, 3YO & OLDER F&M R35 TO R54, WITH COND. MOBILE, 1700m
For R35 to R54 pacing fillies & mares. Also fillies & mares with up to 2 wins for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid. $30,000 Final to be run on Friday 18 October. Heats to be run on 13,20 & 27 September and 4 & 11 October. Refer individual programmes for respective heat conditions. First 2 placed runners from each heat are automatic qualifiers for this Final. A filly or mare may only win up to 2 heats. Automatic qualifiers will not be eligible to nominate for any race other than the Final on the race-night of Friday October 18 2024. The final will be Rating Penalty Free should a horse win both a heat and the final.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 570338 | C U There | 1 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Had more to give, 30 Aug after brace of 3rd's. Drawn to go close & offers value. |
| 2 |  | 326422 | Kourtney Kardash | 2 | Ft | Monika Ranger(J) | Consistent mare coming off 2nds at both Northern venues. Drawn to dispute finish |
| 3 | | 374041 | Cyren Shard | 3 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Took full advantage of the trail to win here over this trip, Minor's up in grade |
| 4 |  | 002390 | Ideal Delight | 4 | Ft | Matthew White | Failed to fire a week ago but does have form over this trip and could surprise. |
| 5 |  | 616447 | You Little Beauty | 5 | Ft | David Butcher | Luckless 2 weeks ago after sound efforts post her Camb. win. Tri's/first 4s hope |
| 6 |  | 131640 | Double Quick | 6 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Twice a winner at Ash. having her first start in North. Tricky draw; watch tote |
| 7 | | 24418X | Minjee | 7 | Ft | Logan Hollis | Spelled after Group 2 miss back in March. W'out placing recently but draw tests. |
| 8 |  | 542379 | Joes Rock | 8 | Ft | ||
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| 9 | | 0X2F36 | Wicked Wanda | 9 | Ft | James Stormont | Things didn't pan out for her, 6Sept. She has the ability to win with late gaps. |
| Best Bets: Wicked Wanda (9), C U There (1), Kourtney Kardash (2), You Little Beauty (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Double Quick (1-55.2), You Little Beauty (1-56.5), Wicked Wanda (1-56.9) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
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- Race 5
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THE STORM INSIDE AT ALABAR MOBILE PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R55 TO R60, R61 TO R65 WITH COND., 2200m
For R55 to R60 pacers. Also R61 to R65 if driven by a concession junior driver. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 122443 | Twista | 1 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Game placing over mile 2 weeks ago. Very competitive from inside alley tonight. |
| 2 |  | 1133 | Mako | 2 | Ft | David Butcher | Gritty 3rd behind Jeremiah here, 16 Aug. Another win on the radar; nice E/W hope |
| 3 |  | 611622 | Aye Aye Captain | 3 | Ft | Todd Mitchell | Lost no friends when beaten into 2nd in last couple. Deserves inclusion tonight |
| 4 | | X73214 | Mhai Surfer Girl | 4 | Ft | Matthew White | Closed nicely, 30 Aug. and in current form adds to many combination chances. |
| 5 | | 1832X1 | Iron Brigade | 5 | Ft | Kristina Denifostova(J) | Resumed in style with contemptuous Camb. victory. Can go on with it; must cover. |
| 6 | | 433136 | Bad Medicine | 6 | Ft | Scott Phelan | Checked at critical time at Camb. Tough ask from alley and will require favours. |
| 7 |  | 12D2X3 | Mantra Blue | 7 | Ft | Monika Ranger(J,cl) | Fast-finishing run resuming here, 9 Aug. Class mare & should have too much zip. |
| Best Bets: Mantra Blue (7), Mako (2), Iron Brigade (5), Twista (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Twista (1-56.6), Mako (1-56.6), Mantra Blue (1-58.4) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
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- Race 6
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MAJESTIC SON AT ALABAR NORTHERN METRO SERIES FINAL HCP TROT
$35,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R63 SPECIAL HANDICAP, 2700m
For R35 to R63 trotters. Front: R35 to R43. 10m: R44 to R50. 20m: R51 to R55. 30m: R56 to R63. Rating Penalty Free should a horse win both a heat and the final. Eligible to nominate: Any horse who started in a heat run on 23 August or 6 September 2024.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 8X3229 | Asteria Lavra | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 |  | 279553 | Five O'Clock Gerry | 2 | Ft | Todd Mitchell | In good touch and has done work in last couple of runs. Combo's in large field. |
| 3 |  | 677314 | Brienne | 1 | 10 | Peter Ferguson | Tidy 4th last week after winning here prior. Outside first 4 prospect in this. |
| 4 |  | 447645 | Taylad To Use | 2 | 10 | David McGowan | Nice completing the first 4 two starts back but just fair last week. Needs luck. |
| 5 |  | 832446 | Jasinova | 3 | 10 | Emily Johnson(J) | Has been trotting consistently this campaign and may seek the front. First 4's. |
| 6 | | X23212 | Emily Bay | 4 | 10 | Andre Poutama | No further back from 3rd in all 5 starts this campaign. Manners good; combo's. |
| 7 | | 8X2232 | Regal Girl | 1 | 20 | Tony Herlihy | 4 placed runs since resuming and she looks one of the dangers to Pantani again. |
| 8 |  | 342713 | Sans Au Revoir | 2 | 20 | Roydon Downey | Closed boldly once clear last week and in good touch. Adds to the minor's mix. |
| 9 |  | 4346X8 | Bounce N Beyond | 3 | 20 | Zachary Butcher | Got things wrong as fave in a fresh state a week ago. Will need best to feature. |
| 10 |  | 2797D4 | Liaison | 4 | 20 | Todd Macfarlane | Denied a gap until it was all over last week. Can boost exotic's with peak run. |
| 11 | | 140461 | Barsukov | 5 | 20 | Crystal Hackett(J) | Unwound too strongly for rivals winning here 7 days ago. Tough mark; place best. |
| 12 |  | 521413 | Bolt For The Hill | U1 | 20 | Stephanie Burley(J) | Bold behind #13 when last here and can take advantage if the fave meets trouble. |
| 13 | | 121551 | Mazeppa | 1 | 30 | Luk Chin | Bagged his 7th win coming up the lane sharply last week. Minor's look best here. |
| 14 | | 69X111 | Pantani | U1 | 30 | David Butcher | Dominant winning all 3 this campaign and now with D Butcher. Clearly goes on top |
| Best Bets: Pantani (14), Regal Girl (7), Bolt For The Hill (12), Liaison (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Jasinova (2-03.1), Sans Au Revoir (2-04.4), Liaison (2-04.4) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
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- Race 7
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NEVELE R FILLIES SERIES (HEAT 3) MOBILE PACE
$30,000, 3YO FILLIES, 1700m
For 3-year-old pacing fillies. Refer NZ Sires Stakes for full series conditions.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 132541 | Seaside Rose | 1 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Clinical here, 23 Aug, after finding the trail, Should get favours again; quin's |
| 2 | | 8446X6 | Akatea | 2 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Raced keenly resuming here, 30 Aug. Handy alley to use and rough place prospect. |
| 3 | | 424151 | Classic Elegance | 3 | Ft | David Butcher | Zipped to trail from barrier here, 13 June and too slick. Would pay to include. |
| 4 |  | 23111X | Duchess Megxit | 4 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Dominant winning 3 to end last campaign. W'out 2nd, 29 Aug and she looks the one |
| 5 | | 45232X | Ultimate Racy Girl | 5 | Ft | Scott Phelan | Best of #4's rivals in Group 1, 17 May. Has trialed and the obvious exacta play. |
| 6 | | X19786 | Delightful Chic | 6 | Ft | Kristina Denifostova(J) | Has had been devoid of luck in recent runs but faces stern task from wide alley. |
| Best Bets: Duchess Megxit (4), Ultimate Racy Girl (5), Seaside Rose (1), Classic Elegance (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Classic Elegance (1-54.7), Seaside Rose (1-54.9), Duchess Megxit (1-56.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
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- Race 8
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ELITE STRIDE AT ALABAR HANDICAP TROT
$20,000, 3YO & OLDER R56 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2700m
For R56 & faster trotters. Please Note. This race will have a maximum back mark of 30m.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 098X37 | Castana | 1 | Ft | Todd Macfarlane | Broke last week after nice resumption run. Capable of figuring with full manners |
| 2 | | 02X069 | That's What We Do | U1 | Ft | ||
| 3 | | 391638 | Bravehearthighlander | U2 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Beaten fave at Add, 5 Jul. First look here but likely to have plenty of admirers |
| 4 | | 7X8581 | American Muscle | 1 | 10 | Tony Cameron | Upset winner from the front last week last week and can't be discounted tonight. |
| 5 |  | 142291 | Lord Popinjay | 2 | 10 | Monika Ranger(J) | Held on nicely in a fresh state 30 Aug. and likely to seek the front again. E/W. |
| 6 | | 813612 | Shez Bella | 3 | 10 | James Stormont | Just denied by #4 last week following slick 2200m win. 2700m isn't her pet dist. |
| 7 | | 531426 | Voronov | 1 | 20 | Luk Chin | Game behind Lord Popinjay prior to luckless run, 6 Sept. Always a minor's player |
| 8 |  | 426103 | Iron Love | 1 | 30 | Crystal Hackett(J) | Gallant 3rd in NZ debut, 30 Aug. The natural improvement makes him hard to beat. |
| Best Bets: Iron Love (8), Lord Popinjay (5), American Muscle (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: American Muscle (2-04.1), Lord Popinjay (2-04.3), Castana (2-04.8) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
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- Race 9
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LAZARUS AT NEVELE R MOBILE PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER UP TO & INCLUDING R51, 2200m
For up to & including R51 pacers. The winner will get a rating penalty free win if 4YO and older, and driven by a Junior Driver, and has not previously won a rating penalty free race this season.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 970344 | Medina Magic | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 | | 5X3553 | McKendrick | 2 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Lands a marble tonight after encouraging efforts this campaign. Rates highly. |
| 3 | | 653255 | Bet West | 3 | Ft | ||
| 4 | | 300X15 | Frisco Bay | 4 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Lost no friends with his 5th after working last week. He looks nice E/W value. |
| 5 | | X44130 | Louezyana | 5 | Ft | David Butcher | Never a threat from 2nd row a week ago. Has gate speed and highest rated here. |
| 6 | | 831462 | Obadiah Dragon | 6 | Ft | Andre Poutama | Continues to race strongly and despite the wide draw can make his presence felt. |
| 7 | | 146569 | Nelson's Boy | 7 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Off the unruly but will still settle at the back from widest marble. Rough hope. |
| Best Bets: McKendrick (2), Frisco Bay (4), Louezyana (5), Obadiah Dragon (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Nelson's Boy (1-56.7), Frisco Bay (1-57.6), McKendrick (1-58.9) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
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- Race 10
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THE ALEX SPORTS BAR TROT
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2200m
For 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 46XD | Viscount Mackendon | 1 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Big run only to be disqualified, 30 Aug. If he steps cleanly he should figure. |
| 2 |  | 843443 | Stash The Cash | 2 | Ft | Leah Hibell(J) | Whacked away after a cushy trip here a fortnight ago. Place hope once again. |
| 3 |  | 2 | Eye See You | 3 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Bold debut 4 weeks ago and will be all the rage to go one better tonight. |
| 4 |  | Sunset Hill | 4 | Ft | Todd Macfarlane | Joined on the post in 5 Sept trial. Mum won 19 so needs consideration for debut. | |
| 5 | | 572642 | Boss Jo | 5 | Ft | Neita Balle(J) | Had every chance when run down, 30 Aug. Manners good and can get another piece. |
| 6 | | 969451 | Chesinov | U1 | Ft | ||
| 7 |  | 577543 | Dolly P | U2 | Ft | Maria Perriton | Raced too keenly when 5.4L 4th here, 30 Aug. Others look better options tonight. |
| Best Bets: Eye See You (3), Sunset Hill (4), Viscount Mackendon (1), Boss Jo (5) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Sunset Hill - 1st of 4, Auckland, 05/09/24, 2500m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-26.2, 800m: 60.0, 400m: 29.0, Margins: deadheat, 7 1/2len, 1 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Viscount Mackendon (1): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
Akatea - Race 7
Always Be Mattie - Race 1
American Muscle - Race 8
Asteria Lavra - Race 6
Aye Aye Captain - Race 5
Bad Medicine - Race 5
Barsukov - Race 6
Beetastic - Race 2
Bet West - Race 9
Blackjack - Race 2
Bolt For The Hill - Race 6
Boss Jo - Race 10
Bounce N Beyond - Race 6
Bravehearthighlander - Race 8
Brienne - Race 6
Captains Secret - Race 2
Castana - Race 8
Chesinov - Race 10
Classic Elegance - Race 7
C U There - Race 4
Cyclone Sala - Race 3
Cyren Shard - Race 4
Delightful Chic - Race 7
Dolly P - Race 10
Double Quick - Race 4
Duchess Megxit - Race 7
Emily Bay - Race 6
Eye See You - Race 10
Five O'Clock Gerry - Race 6
Frisco Bay - Race 9
Hezasweetie - Race 1
Higher Power - Race 3
Hillbilly - Race 3
Ideal Delight - Race 4
Iron Brigade - Race 5
Iron Love - Race 8
Jasinova - Race 6
Joes Rock - Race 4
J T Boe - Race 1
Kourtney Kardash - Race 4
Liaison - Race 6
Lincoln La Moose - Race 1
Little Hoofananny - Race 2
Lord Popinjay - Race 8
Louezyana - Race 9
Mako - Race 5
Mantra Blue - Race 5
Mazeppa - Race 6
McKendrick - Race 9
Meant To Be - Race 3
Medina Magic - Race 9
Mhai Surfer Girl - Race 5
Miki Doo - Race 2
Minjee - Race 4
Nelson's Boy - Race 9
Obadiah Dragon - Race 9
Pantani - Race 6
Princess Lisa - Race 2
Regal Girl - Race 6
Runkle Crunch - Race 1
Sans Au Revoir - Race 6
Scooter B - Race 2
Seaside Rose - Race 7
Sharp Image - Race 3
Shez Bella - Race 8
Skys Legacy - Race 2
Stash The Cash - Race 10
Sunset Hill - Race 10
Taylad To Use - Race 6
That's What We Do - Race 8
Twista - Race 5
Tyson - Race 1
Ultimate Racy Girl - Race 7
Viscount Mackendon - Race 10
Voronov - Race 8
Waltzing With Miki - Race 2
Wicked Wanda - Race 4
Without You - Race 1
Ya Eejit Ya - Race 3
You Little Beauty - Race 4
Youneverknow - Race 3