Oamaru Harness Racing Club Inc
- Race Number:
- Race 1
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TAMA LOPER BUILDERS MOBILE PACE
$12,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2000m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 80X | Molly Maeve Estelle | 1 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Solid work in only trial to prepare. Ace draw is a nice assist. Can threaten. | |
| 2 | 59 | By Jingo Jennifer | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Battled last start but OK in her debut. Another sweet draw. On fringes. | |
| 3 | 5025 | Star From Heaven | 3 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Handy work in Timaru 5th & showed early toe in Gore 2nd. Can take this. | |
| 4 | Resurgamus | 4 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Bred to be a star but trials suggest he's not there yet. Top 4 hopes. | ||
| 5 | 0X657 | Iamthecaptainnow | 5 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Close up in her last start 7th. Better for recent outings & can give cheek. | |
| 6 | Superazz | 6 | Ft | ||||
| 7 | Top Draw | 7 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Brings solid trial form to his debut. No draw favours but competes with luck. | ||
| 8 | 536874 | Baltic Star | U1 | Ft | Ricky Gutsell | Battling away in recent outings. Looking for the short way home. Roughie. | |
| 9 | 0000X9 | Taika | U2 | Ft | Gary Shand | Fair in trial since his fresh up 9th. Rates among the outsiders. | |
| 10 | 088 | Sir Alfred | U3 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Running on in recent 8ths. Unruly no help but can run a cheeky race. | |
| Best Bets: Star From Heaven (3), Iamthecaptainnow (5), Top Draw (7), Molly Maeve Estelle (1) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Resurgamus - 1st of 3, M Cant TOA, 08/07/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-15.3, 800m: 59.7, 400m: 29.3, Margins: nose, head. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Star From Heaven (3): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 2
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ROTHBURY INSURANCE HANDICAP TROT
$12,000, NON-WINNERS & R35 WITH COND. SPECIAL, 2600m
Front: 3 yrs & older trotters with no wins for lifetime. 30m: R35 horses with 1 win for lifetime with unplaced(4th or lower) in the last 4 starts.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Josephine | 1 | Ft | David McCormick | Solid work in her qualifying 3rd. Meets suitable line up. Not worst. | ||
| 2 | 955 | Feisty Pat | 2 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Handy enough work in big fields recently. Looks well placed to threaten here. | |
| 3 | 942300 | Della's Fella | 3 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Off the pace in his last two starts. Capable of featuring with best effort. | |
| 4 | 06080 | Morrie Afton | U1 | Ft | John Morrison | Early errors very costly recently. Needs to bring best manners. | |
| 5 | 7X474X | Ridge | U2 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Nice work in trial win on Tues. Has more upside than most here. Top pick. | |
| 6 | PX7000 | Starstruck | U3 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Making costly mistakes in recent outings. Needs to get her manners in check. | |
| 7 | 75X548 | Spanish Princess | 1 | 30 | Tim Williams | OK in recent starts & lands in a very suitable race. Must be kept safe. | |
| Best Bets: Ridge (5), Spanish Princess (7), Feisty Pat (2), Josephine (1) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Ridge - 1st of 5, Chertsey, 14/10/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-16.8, 800m: 59.3, 400m: 28.5, Margins: 2 1/2len, 1/2len, 12 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Starstruck (6): HH-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 3
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DAVID OVENS BUILDERS MOBILE PACE
$10,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R41, 2000m
For R35 to R41 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating numbering sequentially from 1. This race will have a maximum front line of eight horses.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 424097 | Artmore | 1 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Fair recently but lands ace draw for new stable. Must keep safe. | |
| 2 | 056640 | Shadow Creek | 2 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Didn't get all favours last start after handier efforts. Rough hopes. | |
| 3 | X06008 | Keltic Tiger | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Hasn't been able to show his true worth recently. Well capable with his best. | |
| 4 | 500640 | Playing With Stars | 4 | Ft | Thomas Borcoskie(J) | Miles back & ran OK last start after tidy 4th. Sweet draw & possible value. | |
| 5 | X04840 | Bettor Go Vinnie | 5 | Ft | Blair Orange | Got it wrong last start after encouraging Addington 4th. Stick with him. | |
| 6 | 057450 | Miracle Memphis | 6 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Mistake maker on testing track after OK Addington 5th. In the mix here. | |
| 7 | 137X78 | Not Over | 7 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Behind the action in his two starts back. No draw favours & luck required. | |
| 8 | 3631 | Do You Wanna Dance | 8 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Slick work in his maiden win. Meets a suitable field & draw his only negative. | |
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| 9 | 34X371 | Here Comes Marty | 9 | Ft | Robbie Close | Handy work in trials after freshener. Bright hopes with any luck from draw. | |
| 10 | 026550 | Dawn To Dark | 10 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Back to mobile after stand error. Has taken on much harder fields. Rates. | |
| 11 | 8801X0 | Interpol | 11 | Ft | John Morrison | Early error then battled first up. At long odds then & same will apply here. | |
| Best Bets: Dawn To Dark (10), Bettor Go Vinnie (5), Here Comes Marty (9), Artmore (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Bettor Go Vinnie (1-56.2), Artmore (1-58.7), Here Comes Marty (1-58.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Here Comes Marty (9): SL-Off, Interpol (11): FD-Off, SL-Off, RD-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Shadow Creek to Robbie Holmes at Leithfield Beach | |||||||
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- Race 4
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MATTHEW WILLIAMSON RACING STABLES HANDICAP TROT
$12,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R50 SPECIAL, 2600m
For R35 to R50 trotters. Front: R35 to R40. 10m: R41 to R45. 20m: R46 to R50.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6096X5 | Whispering Over | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Warmed up late in his fresh 5th. Sure to be fitter & can feature. | |
| 2 | 910X60 | Silvester | 2 | Ft | Tim Williams | Last start probably best forgotten. Fitter now & ready to improve his form. | |
| 3 | 13 | Axel Rose | 3 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Slick in both starts to date. Clearly has a nice motor & rates highly. | |
| 4 | 40X866 | Top Pocket Chance | 4 | Ft | Robbie Close | Only battling in recent outings. Needs to bring more to threaten. | |
| 5 | 9X8606 | Jasprit Trouble | 5 | Ft | Michael Heenan | Not too far away in Motukarara 6th. Honest campaigner looking for right run. | |
| 6 | 090817 | Penelope Lane | U1 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Trial win after bad last start error. Has the motor if manners are in check. | |
| 7 | 123545 | Jordan Anne | 1 | 10 | Charlotte Williamson | Formline says it all. Sure to front up & run honestly. Strong E/W. | |
| 8 | 22X950 | Barrytown | 2 | 10 | Riley Harrison(J) | Worked last start & didn't disgrace. Hardy campaigner with who can mix it. | |
| 9 | 39X274 | Krackaling | 3 | 10 | Kerryn Tomlinson | Taking on tougher grades this time in. Suited here & ready to run a race. | |
| 10 | 943371 | Millie Let Loose | 1 | 20 | John Morrison | Sweet trip & made full use in Timaru win. Back in handicaps but not worst. | |
| 11 | X32421 | Miles Away | 2 | 20 | Sam Thornley(J) | Showed staying prowess in Methven win. Similar grade & can double up. | |
| Best Bets: Axel Rose (3), Jordan Anne (7), Krackaling (9), Miles Away (11) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Jordan Anne (2-05.3), Millie Let Loose (2-06.2), Axel Rose (2-06.7) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Penelope Lane - 1st of 5, N Otago HR, 04/10/25, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-32.3, 800m: 58.8, Margins: 1/2len, 12 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Miles Away (11): SL-Off, BL-On, Whispering Over (1): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 5
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PHILLIPS HORSE TRANSPORT MOBILE PACE
$12,000, NON-WINNERS 2YO, 2000m
For 2-year-old pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Sex (fillies drawn inside colts and geldings) numbering sequentially from 1.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | Seeking Clarity | 1 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Excellent in her debut 3rd. Takes on the boys again & worth including. | |
| 2 | 55X450 | Jay Jay Denario | 2 | Ft | Robbie Close | Chased a classy one last start. Into a sweet draw & should get her shot. | |
| 3 | Side Hustle | 3 | Ft | Nathan Williamson | Brings strong trial form to his debut & draws well. Poised to compete. | ||
| 4 | 3 | Bruciebytheseaside | 4 | Ft | Blair Orange | Little luck but ran well first up. Well placed to give this a good shake. | |
| 5 | Deal Breaker | 5 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Capped solid trial form with recent win. No reason he can't mix it. | ||
| 6 | 64X57 | Nikolai Ray | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Got back & ran on in Timaru 7th. Capable with luck from sticky draw. | |
| 7 | Suspicious Captain | 7 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Solid work in recent trials. No draw favours but in this with luck. | ||
| 8 | 2 | Flying Ace | 8 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Excellent in his debut 2nd. Cops a tough draw but big hopes of overcoming it. | |
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| 9 | 9X2307 | Utah Blaze | 9 | Ft | Tim Williams | Chased a star & did OK last start. Some draw queries but good respect. | |
| 10 | Another Vinnie | 10 | Ft | John Morrison | Steady work in recent trials. Looking to watch on & take notes first up. | ||
| 11 | Roma | U1 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Solid work in recent trial win. Big ask from the unruly & rough hopes. | ||
| Best Bets: Bruciebytheseaside (4), Flying Ace (8), Utah Blaze (9), Seeking Clarity (1) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Side Hustle - 1st of 5, Winton, 14/03/25, 1609m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-00.3, 800m: 58.7, 400m: 29.7, Margins: 1/2len, 1 1/2len, head. | |||||||
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- Race 6
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HAPPY HIRE HANDICAP PACE
$10,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R50 SPECIAL, 2600m
For R35 to R50 pacers. Front: R35 to R40. 10m: R41 to R45. 20m: R46 to R50. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 967494 | Super Fund | 1 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | No luck in his latest outing. Handy enough form prior. Needs right run. | |
| 2 | 0107X8 | Always A Menace | 2 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Too far back in her fresh 8th. Unknown from a stand. Watch market. | |
| 3 | 31X57 | Bettor Way | 3 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Did OK after slow start in Addington 5th. Competitive with best manners. | |
| 4 | 313222 | Riptide | 1 | 10 | Tim Williams | Brings brilliantly consistent form. Can clinch well deserved success. | |
| 5 | 0X0117 | Ideal Conqueror | 2 | 10 | Jonny Cox | Fought solidly in his Motukarara 7th. Loves a stand & has place claims. | |
| 6 | 400461 | Gem N Em | 3 | 10 | Devon Dolan(J) | On speed & ran well in her Addington win. Different scenario here. On fringes. | |
| 7 | 8705X9 | Lamarli | 4 | 10 | John Morrison | Battled in her fresh outing. May benefit from this one too. Roughie. | |
| 8 | 426922 | Hazer | 5 | 10 | Max Hill(J) | Nice work from sweet mobile draws recently. Could surprise with luck. | |
| 9 | 6X0509 | Cheeky Red | U1 | 10 | Terry Chmiel | Battling away in recent outings. Looking for some luck to feature. | |
| 10 | X95222 | Clonakilty | U2 | 10 | Carter Dalgety(J) | Nice work in similar grades recently. Looks set to add to his strong form. | |
| 11 | 116861 | Carlin | 1 | 20 | Sheree Tomlinson | Relished testing conditions last start. Tough handicap but won't shirk task. | |
| 12 | 357597 | Mr Cash Man | 2 | 20 | Hayden Douglas(J) | Taking on tougher tasks recently. Will thrive over this trip. Worth including. | |
| 13 | 42X426 | Hacksaw Ridge | U1 | 20 | Robbie Holmes | Rugged type in good touch & lands in a very suitable grade. Must take notice. | |
| Best Bets: Riptide (4), Hacksaw Ridge (13), Clonakilty (10), Mr Cash Man (12) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Hazer (2-01.6), Cheeky Red (2-02.9), Ideal Conqueror (2-03.6) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Always A Menace (2): SL-Off, BL-On, Lamarli (7): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 7
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MAJESTIC HORSE TRANSPORT MOBILE PACE
$12,000, 3YO & OLDER R42 TO R45, R46 TO R50 WITH COND., 2000m
For R42 to R45 3yo-&-older pacers. Also R46 to R50 if driven by a concession junior driver. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating numbering sequentially from 1. This race will have a maximum front line of eight horses.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 978394 | Beaudiene Quick Step | 1 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Handy work in his latest 4th. Ace draw boosts his hopes. Place potential. | |
| 2 | X40691 | Wavewatcher | 2 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | On speed in lower grade win at Timaru. Draw & toe to use it. In the mix. | |
| 3 | 10X500 | Hi Hopes | 3 | Ft | Thomas Borcoskie(J) | Little luck last start & face tough draw prior. Gets her shot at improving. | |
| 4 | 28X440 | Quinn | 4 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Only battled last start after handy efforts. Worth sticking with from this draw. | |
| 5 | 1X0342 | Passchendaele | 5 | Ft | Nathan Williamson | Chased a smart filly in Wyndham 2nd. Down in grade & dangerous. | |
| 6 | 447X30 | Treasure Cove | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Got it wrong last start after tidy fresh 3rd. Must stick with from mobile. | |
| 7 | 269060 | The Bettor Major | 7 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Tough ask last start but did OK in Timaru 6th. Capable with luck. | |
| 8 | 865101 | Sky Patrol | 8 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J,cl) | In nice touch recently. Up in grade & draw no help. May need some luck. | |
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| 9 | 8179X6 | Social Distancing | 9 | Ft | Max Hill(J,cl) | Sure to be fitter for his fresh 6th. Honest type capable with some luck. | |
| Best Bets: Passchendaele (5), Treasure Cove (6), Quinn (4), Wavewatcher (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Sky Patrol (1-55.4), Hi Hopes (1-57.1), Quinn (1-57.2) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Wavewatcher - 1st of 3, N Otago HR, 04/10/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-46.5, 800m: 62.5, Margins: neck, 1/2 head. | |||||||
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- Race 8
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PLACEMAKERS OAMARU CUP HANDICAP PACE
$15,000, R50 TO R70 SPECIAL, 2600m
For R50 to R70 pacers. Front: R50 to R57. 10m: R58 to R65. 20m: R66 to R70. This race is part of the Southern Cups Series.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | 468X00 | Blue Rock Dancer | 1 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Battling in two grass runs back but building fitness. Capable with his best. | |
| 2 | 049474 | Tokyo Rose | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Handy work in her Motukarara 4th. Gets front line advantage. Top 4 threat. | |
| 3 | 90700X | Dennis Denuto | 3 | Ft | Robbie Close | Honest campaigner into a suitable grade but gives away race fitness edge. | |
| 4 | 404X90 | Fitzthebill | 4 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Battling in his two starts back. May not be ready to strike just yet. | |
| 5 | 480X09 | Gotta Elect Bill | 5 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Did OK in Motukarara Cup. Sure to be at longer odds but not worst option. | |
| 6 | 2380X9 | Tanzania | 1 | 10 | Gerard O'Reilly | Surely better for his fresh 9th. No stranger to this company. In the mix. | |
| 7 | 730840 | Tempo Warrior | 2 | 10 | Samantha Ottley | Had more to offer late last start. Hardy campaigner who may offer value. | |
| 8 | 146794 | Boudica | 3 | 10 | |||
| 9 | 309657 | Bryce's Meddle | 4 | 10 | Riley Harrison(J) | Chasing talented types with good merit recently. Solid eachway claims. | |
| 10 | 108X93 | Dreams Are Free | 1 | 20 | Nathan Williamson | Easy trial following tidy Addington 3rd. Has all the class required & rates. | |
| 11 | 171541 | Miki Bennett | 2 | 20 | Tim Williams | Continued great form with Wyndham win. Loves this track & has bright hopes. | |
| Best Bets: Miki Bennett (11), Dreams Are Free (10), Bryce's Meddle (9) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Blue Rock Dancer (2-02.4), Bryce's Meddle (2-03.4), Tokyo Rose (2-03.6) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Dennis Denuto (3): SL-Off, Tokyo Rose (2): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Boudica to Sam Thornley at West Melton | |||||||
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- Race 9
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BOOK THE LAST MARQUEE XMAS AT THE RACES 10 DEC TROT
$11,000, WITH COND., 2000m
For 3 yrs & older trotters 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 | 647895 | Cappaha | 1 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Early error but ran well in latest 5th. Can feature with best manners. | |
| 2 | 948723 | Origin | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Great manners & nice results recently. Same can apply here. Eachway. | |
| 3 | 1085X2 | The Merc | 3 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Went close & had gear issue in fresh 2nd. Right in this with a repeat effort. | |
| 4 | 0X660X | Hoof It Hagrid | 4 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Solid in latest of 3 trials after short last prep. Market may be best guide. | |
| 5 | 731498 | She's Got Sass | 5 | Ft | Georgia Goodman(J) | Battling in her last two outings. Will need to bring more to threaten. | |
| 6 | 7219 | Wicked Annabella | U1 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Impressed in her maiden win before mid-week miss. Looks hard on her best. | |
| 7 | 408614 | Kowhai Sunburst | U2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Solid 4th in her first start out of maidens. Has upside & deserves respect. | |
| 8 | X95703 | Mikko Koivu | U3 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Handy 3rd in an easier contest. Looking for luck on her side this time. | |
| 9 | 02124P | Snooowgood | U4 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Forget last start when checked & took on feature race prior. Rates highly. | |
| 10 | 50X951 | The Last McGuire | U5 | Ft | Blair Orange | Really upped her game in maiden win. Tougher ask here but can't dismiss. | |
| Best Bets: Wicked Annabella (6), Snooowgood (9), Origin (2), The Merc (3) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: She's Got Sass (5): RD-Off, BL-Off, FD-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Hoof It Hagrid to Robert & Jenna Dunn at Woodend Beach | |||||||