NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
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KIDNEY KIDS RACENIGHT 25 SEPTEMBER BOOK NOW MOBILE PACE
$15,160, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R40, 1980m
For R35 to R40 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 1482X5 | Chaldon | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Not much luck from wide draw last week & drops back in grade. A major threat. | |
| 2 | 2717X | Bacchus | 2 | Ft | John Dunn | Handy little autumn campaign. Sprinted well for 09 Sep trial win. Top hope. | |
| 3 | 332260 | Lous Pinup Girl | 3 | Ft | |||
| 4 | 373X24 | Giorgio Denario | 4 | Ft | John Morrison | Tried hard in nice 3YO company last week. Gate speed on offer. Combos. | |
| 5 | 920546 | Taumutu Lad | 5 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Don't underplay his 6th here last week. Nice types in this though. Roughie. | |
| 6 | 536652 | Melton Magnate | 6 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Been a while since he won, but he was a cracking 2nd here 04 Sep. Trifectas. | |
| 7 | 03X339 | Crackle N Crunch | 7 | Ft | Gemma Thornley | Doing his best work late from well back 04 Sep. Similar from this draw? Odds. | |
| 8 | 843887 | Stumblin In | 8 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Taken on some nice horses in his career. Trial winner 08 Sep. Each way from #8. | |
| 9 | 146754 | Whyamihere | 9 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Useful enough from a perfect trip 11 Sep. May have to tough it here. First4s. | |
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| 10 | 46751X | Sweet Bree | 10 | Ft | Blair Orange | Bested late by Bacchus & 2 others 09 Sep trials. Add to combos from draw. | |
| Best Bets: Bacchus (2), Chaldon (1), Stumblin In (8) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Giorgio Denario (1-56.7), Stumblin In (1-56.8), Whyamihere (1-58.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Bacchus - 1st of 10, N Cnty TOA, 09/09/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-29.6, 800m: 55.9, 400m: 28.6, Margins: neck, 3 1/2len, 3 3/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Bacchus (2): P-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 2
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IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE
$13,950, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1980m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | Always Thinking | 1 | Ft | James Dunn | Will take plenty from debut on wet Methven track. Kinder draw here. Trifectas. | |
| 2 | 2X5X | Missing In Action | 2 | Ft | Bob Butt | Looked capable as a 2YO. Nice 2nd at trials to tighten for this. Key contender. | |
| 3 | 27 | Major Lazarus | 3 | Ft | Ben Hope | Had absolutely no luck as favourite here 04 Sep. Should be given another go. | |
| 4 | 4 | Shez Assured | 4 | Ft | |||
| 5 | 746X52 | Wattlebank Will | 5 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Green but good when 2nd at Methven. Yet to fire from mobile, but has claims. | |
| 6 | 0698 | Livingthekiwidream | 6 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Definite improvement between 31 Jul run & 11 Sep 8th. More required though. | |
| 7 | 7X | Hikaraki | 7 | Ft | John Morrison | Starved for room on 08 May debut. Comfortable 09 Sep trial win. Each way. | |
| 8 | 263743 | Last Honours | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Overdue a maiden win & has demonstrated a few strings to his bow. Chance. | |
| 9 | 63 | Khe Sanh | 9 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Workout winner since finding a second wind here 28 Aug. Top 3/4 prospect. | |
| Best Bets: Missing In Action (2), Hikaraki (7), Major Lazarus (3) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Hikaraki - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 09/09/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-25.6, 800m: 57.6, 400m: 28.5, Margins: 3 1/4len, 4 1/2len, 2 1/4len. | |||||||
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- Race 3
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OKTOBERFEST 2 OCT - BEERS, BETS & BRATS BOOK NOW MOBILE TROT
$16,740, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R70, 1980m
For R51 to R70 trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 115X82 | Kawatiri Trev | 1 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Grabbed late in similar field 11 Sep. Query on mobile manners, but keep safe. | |
| 2 | 1021PX | Prestigious | 2 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Showed plenty of ability last campaign. 2 nice trials ahead of this. Each way. | |
| 3 | 151244 | The Royal Gamble | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Stand start specialist, but has lobbed placings from the mobile arm. Repeat? | |
| 4 | X23455 | Helloveamoment | 4 | Ft | Robbie Close | Racing well off handicaps recently. Another with lean mobile stats. Top 3/4. | |
| 5 | 470759 | Tyron Eros | 5 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Never a hope here last time. Relishes getting behind the mobile. Upset hope. | |
| 6 | X84684 | Moses | 6 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Game 4th in similar company last week. Chance to improve mobile stats here. | |
| 7 | 254121 | Zoltan Boscik | 7 | Ft | Bob Butt | Raced very well in early winter & goes well in a fresh state. Right in the fight | |
| 8 | 431250 | Dash Dosh | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Faded in her sole trial ahead of resuming, but no doubting her class. Can win. | |
| Best Bets: Zoltan Boscik (7), Dash Dosh (8), Kawatiri Trev (1), Prestigious (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Dash Dosh (1-58.5), Tyron Eros (2-00.9), Moses (2-03.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
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- Race 4
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HAGLEY WINDOW & DOORS HANDICAP PACE
$18,600, R55 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R55 & faster pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 194361 | Lonnekers | 1 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Up in grade after building nicely to Methven win. Same Race Multis off the front | |
| 2 | 339666 | Lester | 2 | Ft | Ricky May | Run down late in quality trial since honest winter form. Add to First4 tickets. | |
| 3 | 5731X5 | Spirit Downunder | 3 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Should be sharper for 04 Sep 5th. Compiled a good record in 22 starts. EW. | |
| 4 | 41867X | Taketheplunge | U1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Two good trials since last racing in autumn. On stand start debut, but consider. | |
| 5 | 433247 | Wild Willow | 1 | 10 | Jonny Cox | Honest attempt in the Hannon Memorial. More suited here. Combos claims. | |
| 6 | 900X39 | Esmeralda | 2 | 10 | Sarah O'Reilly | Placed in both trials since mixing her two winter runs. Place hope with manners. | |
| 7 | 67X72X | Bar Louie | 1 | 25 | Nikita Burton(J) | Nice 3rd off 20m at 09 Sep trials. Goes well fresh. Can run on off 25m mark. | |
| 8 | 11X513 | J T Boe | U1 | 25 | Tim Williams | Solid 3rd as favourite in Kurow Cup. Has won off short spells. Leading prospect. | |
| Best Bets: J T Boe (8), Spirit Downunder (3), Taketheplunge (4), Bar Louie (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Lonnekers (2-00.8), Bar Louie (2-00.8), Wild Willow (2-02.0) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Taketheplunge - 1st of 7, N Cnty TOA, 09/09/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-19.6, 800m: 56.1, 400m: 28.3, Margins: 1/2len, 1 1/2len, 1 1/2len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Lester (2): FD-Off, RD-On, Spirit Downunder (3): SL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 5
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MATT HARRISON CONSTRUCTION MOBILE TROT
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R50, 1980m
For R40 to R50 trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 010X96 | Kowhai Summit | 1 | Ft | Henry Sail(J) | Incremental improvements in 2 starts back. Doesn't mind the mobile. Top 3/4. | |
| 2 | 750150 | Royal Del | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Botched the start 04 Sep so may appreciate the running start. Not the worst. | |
| 3 | 224253 | Harriet's Moment | 3 | Ft | Ricky May | Grabbed by a very promising type last week. Should settle handy. Each way. | |
| 4 | 36441X | Maroubra | 4 | Ft | Kerryn Tomlinson | Held nerve nicely in front for 08 Sep trial win. May need this, but can place. | |
| 5 | 515424 | Hoof It Hagrid | 5 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Early dash helped him here 11 Sep. Going well in various ratings bands. Chance. | |
| 6 | 108380 | Royal Gypsy | 6 | Ft | Blair Orange | Not rounding out her races in last two winter runs. Seeking better tonight. | |
| 7 | 243627 | One El | 7 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Useful efforts up and down the grades recently. Fair mobile stats. Upset hope. | |
| 8 | 764345 | Brett's Mate | 8 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Did his share of work last week off 20m. Even marks helps. Trifectas/First4s. | |
| 9 | X110X1 | Massive Merc | 9 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Plenty in reserve in his Winton win. Forgive Cup Day run here. Can prevail. | |
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| 10 | 1136X6 | Macho Man | 10 | Ft | Tim Williams | Will be better for last Friday's 6th. Mobile helps, but not the draw. In the mix | |
| 11 | 4114 | Just For Today | 11 | Ft | Ben Hope | Ran to her price last week. Requires a run through but worth a close look. | |
| 12 | 674225 | Four Wise Women | 12 | Ft | John Dunn | Caught the eye at Oamaru on Sunday in good grade. Look for her late tonight. | |
| 13 | 1018X2 | Dynasty | 13 | Ft | Bob Butt | Bold 2nd back at the trotting game on Sunday. Should be running on. Danger. | |
| 14 | 53X473 | Tu Tangata | U1 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Finding the line with purpose, but still has some tricks. Obvious combos bait. | |
| Best Bets: Dynasty (13), Massive Merc (9), Four Wise Women (12), Harriet's Moment (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Massive Merc (1-58.4), Dynasty (1-58.7), Tu Tangata (2-00.2) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Maroubra - 1st of 7, Ashburton, 08/09/26, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-07.5, 800m: 61.3, 400m: 30.2, Margins: 1 len, 2 len, 4 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Macho Man (10): BL-On, Massive Merc (9): BL-Off, Royal Del (2): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 6
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DOWNBYTHESEASIDE 'MAKING A SPLASH' MOBILE PACE
$15,000, 2YO FILLIES, WITH COND., 1980m
For 2yo pacing fillies with up to 1 win for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 3X | Woodlea CC | 1 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Cheeky 3rd in second of two trials ahead of resuming. Top 3/4 from the ace. | |
| 2 | 27X | Suva Baby | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Good despite getting checked 09 Sep trials. Better for autumn campaign. EW. | |
| 3 | Hope Philly | 3 | Ft | Nathan Williamson | Qualified at first try in April. Ran nice time winning 08 Sep trial. Upset hope. | ||
| 4 | 355X | Ashes Of Midnight | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Not bad in black-type autumn racing. Finding line well in both trials. Chance. | |
| 5 | 3 | Loveatfirstlight | 5 | Ft | Blair Orange | Will take plenty from her debut 3rd here 04 Sep. Should be running on here. | |
| 6 | 33 | Victory March | 6 | Ft | John Morrison | Plenty to like about two August 3rds. A touch harder here. Combos claims. | |
| 7 | 213X | Wat Fun | 7 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Two August trials better than they may look on paper. Will have admirers. | |
| 8 | 221X | Nella Keenan | 8 | Ft | Ricky May | Group 3 winner resuming. Botched score-up 09 Sep trials, but has class. | |
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| 9 | 55671 | Rosetta Road | 9 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Led & won at Ashburton, but enjoyed barrier 3 here. Want right price tonight. | |
| 10 | 2 | Lean On Me | 10 | Ft | |||
| 11 | 254X | Aaliyah | 11 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Promising autumn campaign. Near enough in 2 Oamaru trials. Top 3/4. | |
| 12 | 1 | Bliss Philly | 12 | Ft | Robbie Close | Very stylish on debut at Rangiora. Space needed from 2nd row, but can win. | |
| 13 | 174X | Devil Woman | 13 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Unplaced in two Sept trials, but good enough to win on debut. Add to trifectas. | |
| Best Bets: Bliss Philly (12), Ashes Of Midnight (4), Nella Keenan (8), Wat Fun (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Nella Keenan (1-52.5), Devil Woman (1-57.5), Rosetta Road (1-59.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Hope Philly - 1st of 4, N Otago HR, 08/09/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-29.1, 800m: 57.0, Margins: 1/2 head, 8 len, unknown. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Ashes Of Midnight (4): BL-Off, SL-On, Bliss Philly (12): BL-Off, Suva Baby (2): BL-Off, Wat Fun (7): BL-On, Woodlea CC (1): BL-Off, RD-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 7
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MACCA LODGE SIRES' STAKES 3YO FILLIES CLASSIQUE (MOB TROT) (Gr2)
$60,000, 3YO FILLIES MOBILE, 1980m
For 3-year-old trotting fillies. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes numbering sequentially from 1.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 644344 | Velocis | 1 | Ft | Chris Butt | Showed a bit of grit last week. Should get a softer run here. Top 3/4 option. | |
| 2 | 222223 | Regal Summit | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Keeps finding one better, but can't knock her consistency. Add to trifectas. | |
| 3 | 2 | Shamara | 3 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Plenty to like about her debut last week. May settle handy again. Combinations. | |
| 4 | 2712 | Montara | 4 | Ft | David White | Followed up 7 Aug win with nice 2nd to talented filly 04 Sep. Quinellas hope. | |
| 5 | 2111 | Marikit | 5 | Ft | Bob Butt | Overcame a wide draw last week. Plenty in the tank too. A major player. | |
| 6 | 111X | Imperious Girl | 6 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Forged quite a reputation in the autumn. Stiffest test, but follow the market. | |
| 7 | 3X1830 | Becky's Girl | 7 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Winner at the trials since early mistake at Winton. Trifectas from wide draw. | |
| 8 | 2322X1 | Petite Amour | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Professional effort to score last week. Will only strip fitter. Each way claims. | |
| 9 | 111X1X | Duchess Maria | 9 | Ft | Nathan Williamson | Won both workouts in 2026. Outstanding as a 2-year-old. Class takes her close. | |
| Best Bets: Marikit (5), Duchess Maria (9), Imperious Girl (6), Petite Amour (8) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Imperious Girl (1-56.8), Duchess Maria (1-59.8), Becky's Girl (2-00.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Becky's Girl - 1st of 4, N Otago HR, 08/09/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-36.0, 800m: 59.5, Margins: 1 len, neck, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Imperious Girl (6): BL-Off, Montara (4): BL-On, Regal Summit (2): SL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 8
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WOODLANDS STUD SIRES STAKES SERIES 2YO C&G HEAT 2 (MOB PACE)
$30,000, 2YO COLTS & GELDINGS MOBILE, 1980m
For 2-year-old pacing colts & geldings.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 856 | Akula | 1 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Did it tough outside the leader 04 Sep. Has gate speed, but needs more late. | |
| 2 | 42X | Tactacool | 2 | Ft | Tim Williams | Improved in 2 autumn runs. Strolled past rivals for 09 Sep trial win. Consider. | |
| 3 | 2131X9 | Travel Agent | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Head-scratching failure two weeks ago. Much better than that. Can atone. | |
| 4 | 1122X4 | Chiggsy | 4 | Ft | Blair Orange | Doing his best work late 04 Sep & great upgrade in draw. Right in the fight. | |
| 5 | 4X | A Mako Man | 5 | Ft | |||
| 6 | 21 | Fundraiser | 6 | Ft | |||
| 7 | 0 | Sweet Romance | 7 | Ft | Robbie Close | Well contained on debut last week. Wide draw only adds to his challenge. | |
| 8 | 45 | Dollar Bill | 8 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | OK in two career starts, but gets no favours in the draws tonight. Rough claims. | |
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| 9 | 11 | Faith Not Fear | 9 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Contrasting wins in 2 starts. Will require some luck but can win with some gaps. | |
| 10 | 216X27 | Fanfare | 10 | Ft | Bob Butt | Got back here 04 Sep but finished off well. Requires run through. Combos. | |
| 11 | 5 | Captains Legacy | 11 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | On the quick back-up after battling 5th on debut. Work to do from draw. | |
| Best Bets: Chiggsy (4), Faith Not Fear (9), Tactacool (2), Travel Agent (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Chiggsy (1-54.7), Travel Agent (1-55.7), Fanfare (1-58.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Tactacool - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 09/09/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-27.6, 800m: 56.4, 400m: 28.6, Margins: 3 len, head, 1 1/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Fundraiser (6): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 9
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LAMB & HAYWARD MOBILE PACE
$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R49 TO R60, 1980m
For R49 to R60 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 320853 | Next Level | 1 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Cheeky along the markers 04 Sep. Slides back in grade a touch too. Smokey. | |
| 2 | 24X703 | Gotta Elect Bill | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Smart 3rd at big odds last week. Stronger bunch here but can enhance First4s. | |
| 3 | 0961X4 | Freeze Frame | 3 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Will be sharper for solid 4th in front 04 Sep. Group 1 winner who can feature. | |
| 4 | X1122X | Forever Miki | 4 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Hugely impressive last campaign. Nice 2nd 08 Sep trials. A major player. | |
| 5 | 244943 | Deceptive Lee | 5 | Ft | Gemma Thornley | Another gritty run at Methven. Hasn't won in a year though. Combos best. | |
| 6 | 511142 | Kotare Rimu | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Just caught by a progressive type last time. Can do some work. Don't ignore. | |
| 7 | 33P423 | Malakai | 7 | Ft | |||
| 8 | 1118X2 | Sacetas | 8 | Ft | Thomas Borcoskie(J) | Plenty to like about fresh-up 2nd 04 Sep. Has shown gate speed. Each way. | |
| 9 | 30X211 | Eun Sogno | 9 | Ft | Ricky May | Earned his wide draw with two good wins this time in. Should be prominent. | |
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| 10 | X1213X | Cath | 10 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Oaks-winning filly & sharp trial 3rd behind Jumal 09 Sep. Danger with gaps. | |
| 11 | 4624X7 | Ebony Arden | 11 | Ft | Tim Williams | Had to wait for her run 11 Sep, but just fair after. Seeking shortcuts tonight. | |
| Best Bets: Eun Sogno (9), Forever Miki (4), Cath (10), Sacetas (8) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Freeze Frame (1-53.2), Ebony Arden (1-54.2), Sacetas (1-54.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Forever Miki - 2nd of 7, Ashburton, 08/09/26, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-04.2, 800m: 58.1, 400m: 27.7, Margins: neck, 2 1/4len, 1 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Cath (10): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 10
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GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R41 TO R48, 1980m
For R41 to R48 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 524773 | Quicker Than Quick | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Gritty 3rd last start. May stay out of early fight though. Combos preferred. | |
| 2 | 175383 | Miki's Courage | 2 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Steadily improving since his early July win. Sixth good draw in a row. Place. | |
| 3 | 853234 | Commander Ben | 3 | Ft | Hayden Douglas(J) | Smart 4th last week after early mistake. Mobile provides options. Consider. | |
| 4 | X311X5 | Brilliant Chase | 4 | Ft | Bob Butt | OK when resuming here 04 Sep. Has gate speed to employ. Likely improver. | |
| 5 | 708056 | Crusher Lou | 5 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Only clear very late here 04 Sep. Racing without luck overall. Gold coin hope. | |
| 6 | 58X164 | My Wingman | 6 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Tactical speed has served him well this time in. Easier ask than last time. EW. | |
| 7 | 113970 | Quinn | 7 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Freshened after tiring a long way out here 24 Jul. Prefer to watch fresh-up. | |
| 8 | 15X146 | Ashley Frank | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Not at his best 04 Sep but slips back into grade racing. Can regain confidence. | |
| 9 | 950X31 | Cheer The Captain | 9 | Ft | Tim Williams | Rattled home for R40-45 success 04 Sep. Wide draw, but capable of overcoming. | |
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| 10 | 32219X | Ukraine | 10 | Ft | Ricky May | Talented but has had his issues. Now in new quarters. Market watch fresh. | |
| 11 | 10880X | Pioneer | 11 | Ft | John Morrison | Form dropped away in the autumn. Quiet 7th at the trials this month. Odds. | |
| Best Bets: Ashley Frank (8), Cheer The Captain (9), Commander Ben (3), Ukraine (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Ashley Frank (1-56.7), Commander Ben (1-56.8), Ukraine (1-56.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Crusher Lou (5): FD-Off, RD-On, Ukraine (10): BL-Off Legend | |||||||