NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Wednesday, 23 October
- Race Number:
- Race 1
- Race Time:
CONCRETE BROTHERS MOBILE PACE
$7860, NON-WINNERS & MR40 TO MR45, 1980m
For 4 yrs & older pacers with no wins for lifetime with 5 or more starts for lifetime. Also MR40 to MR45 3yo horses with no wins for lifetime.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 000834 | Belmont Valor | 1 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Improving efforts last couple & another sweet draw to work with. Place claims. |
| 2 |  | 439690 | Quicker Than Quick | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Tough trip told 18Oct. This assignment looks easier. Likely improver today. |
| 3 |  | 083602 | Pacific Thunder | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Eye catching late here 16Oct. Does mix his form. Can repeat with similar effort. |
| 4 |  | 724D45 | Whosdreamingnow | 4 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Looked to have his chance 13Oct. Stable kicking goals. Not to be taken lightly. |
| 5 |  | 46X235 | The Next Best Thing | 5 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Comes North for new trainer. Finds suitable race. Entitled to healthy support. |
| 6 |  | 806053 | Tasi Ahnau | 6 | Ft | Peter Davis | Fought on gamely here last week after not getting all favours. Right in this. |
| 7 |  | 6X3978 | Lily's A Star | 7 | Ft | Robbie Close | Taken back and stayed there 18Oct. This much more her go. Could be over the odds |
| 8 |  | 7X0609 | Gimmesomelovin | 8 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Found the pace a little strong 18Oct. Another wide draw no help. First4s spice. |
| 9 |  | 97706X | The Mandalorian | 9 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Returns to racing today. Has surprised at times. Upset claims in fresh state. |
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| 10 |  | 06970X | Viscount Banner | 10 | Ft | Ross Houghton | Resuming today. No public sightings since May. Might need today's outing. |
| 11 |  | 092486 | Destiny's Dream | U1 | Ft | John Morrison | Given time between races. Has shown ability. Soft run on offer from draw. E/W. |
| Best Bets: Tasi Ahnau (6), Destiny's Dream (11), The Next Best Thing (5), Belmont Valor (1) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Destiny's Dream (11): SL-Off, The Mandalorian (9): SL-Off, Whosdreamingnow (4): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 2
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BOOK YOUR CHRISTMAS PARTY WITH US AT ADDINGTON PACE
$7720, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2600m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 90 | Vermeer Lustre | 1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Wasn't all that far away 06Oct & nice draw upgrade. Pay to keep on-side today. |
| 2 | | 0 | Sporty Reporter | 2 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Debut was a bit of a non event. Would have benefited from it. May need this also |
| 3 |  | 984445 | Shapely | 3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Consistent type who is just lacking the knock-out blow lately. Cover in combos. |
| 4 |  | 9X | Fulla Hot Eyre | 4 | Ft | John Morrison | Given time since debut back in Aug. Tidy trial to prepare. First4s appear best. |
| 5 |  | 46 | Sweet Glory | 5 | Ft | Ray Jenkins | Couple of tidy efforts to kick off her career. Gets nice draw upgrade. Each-way. |
| 6 | | 560X26 | Ester Lucy | 6 | Ft | Ross Houghton | Unable to match her fresh-up effort here last week. Capable of bouncing back. |
| 7 |  | 88 | General Rebeck | 7 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Tough trip no help here 09Oct. Showed promise at trials. Allow another chance. |
| 8 |  | 8080X5 | Tacker | 8 | Ft | Robbie Close | Nice resumption to racing 09Oct. Will only strip fitter. Look for her late. |
| 9 |  | 529057 | Freedoms Beauty | 9 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Failed to flatter after receiving kind run 09Oct. Needs to improve to threaten. |
| 10 |  | 09P | Heaven Forbid | U1 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Back to the trials after breaking early 09Oct. Wide draw no help. One for odds. |
| Best Bets: Sweet Glory (5), General Rebeck (7), Vermeer Lustre (1), Tacker (8) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Heaven Forbid (10): ACD-Off, Shapely (3): RD-On, Vermeer Lustre (1): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 3
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DANCINGINTHEDARK M (USA) 2YO MOBILE TROT
$12,500, 2YO, 1980m
For 2-year-old trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 9 | Jupiter Jewel | 1 | Ft | Robbie Close | Would have taken plenty of benefit from debut. Will find this easier. In the mix |
| 2 |  | Mollys Remedy | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Making her debut today. Did place in recent trial. Pay to keep on-side. Place. | |
| 3 |  | Starstruck | 3 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Another on debut. Nice effort to place in most recent trial. Market best guide. | |
| 4 |  | 9 | Johnny Trotter | 4 | Ft | ||
| 5 |  | 545739 | Massive Merc | 5 | Ft | Alan Clark | Early mistake put pay to chances 18Oct. More experience than most. Each-way. |
| 6 |  | 0 | Odina | 6 | Ft | Ben Hope | Broke on debut but brings winning trial form to this. Bright hopes of redemption |
| 7 | | Natives Cullerdamoon | 7 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Brings some strong trial form for today's debut. Entitled to strong support. E/W | |
| 8 |  | 8 | Maroubra | 8 | Ft | Clint Ford | Nice effort in most recent trial. Will take benefit from debut. Cover in Tris. |
| Best Bets: Odina (6), Natives Cullerdamoon (7), Massive Merc (5), Maroubra (8) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Natives Cullerdamoon - 1st of 4, NZ Metro, 23/05/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-38.4, 800m: 64.0, 400m: 32.4, Margins: 3/4len, 46 len, 20 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Jupiter Jewel (1): P-On, FD-On, Massive Merc (5): RD-Off, NW-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 4
- Race Time:
BETAVET MOBILE PACE
$8000, UP TO R39 WITH COND., 1980m
For R35 to R39 4 yrs & older pacers with no wins in the last 4 starts. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Earnings in the last 4 starts using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 276606 | Star Magic | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Going better than first form glance indicates. Right in this from the ace. E/W. |
| 2 |  | 669986 | Prides Contessa | 2 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Improved effort last time out hinted at better things to comes. First4 enhancer. |
| 3 | | 535769 | Avenger | 3 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Not all that far away in slightly harder affair 16Oct. Likely improver today. |
| 4 |  | 959X77 | The Highlander | 4 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Looked in need of resuming runs. Fitter now. Capable of surprising. Tris/First4s |
| 5 |  | 590884 | Kink | 5 | Ft | Peter Davis | Nice effort last time out to just miss the places. Expect another honest outing. |
| 6 | | 870547 | Wriggles Rufus | 6 | Ft | Blair Orange | Consistent type who continues to keep the punters interested. Place preferred. |
| 7 |  | 653609 | Dulcinea | 7 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Form has just dipped off lately. Honest customer. Seeking all favours today. |
| 8 |  | 85X725 | Executive Banner | 8 | Ft | Ross Houghton | Caught the eye late again here 16Oct. Look for him late. Keep safe today. |
| 9 |  | 552938 | The Night Fox | 9 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Just found himself too far back last start. Slides down in grade. Genuine hope. |
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| 10 |  | 050X63 | Harry Belafonte | 10 | Ft | John Morrison | Nice effort to place here 16Oct. Similar may unfold from this draw. Each-Way. |
| 11 |  | 878894 | Oneloveonelife | 11 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Not too far off in amateur drivers last time. Draw no help. Want true odds today |
| 12 | | 104980 | Hilda Maud | 12 | Ft | Robbie Close | Form has dipped away lately. Capable if the mood strikes. Only for the brave. |
| Best Bets: Star Magic (1), Executive Banner (8), The Night Fox (9), Harry Belafonte (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Dulcinea (1-58.2), Oneloveonelife (1-58.8), Kink (1-59.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: The Night Fox (9): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 5
- Race Time:
HILL LEE & SCOTT FOR ALL YOUR LEGAL REQUIREMENTS PACE
$8000, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R45, 2600m
For R35 to R45 4yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 0X0873 | The Finisher | 1 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Plenty to like about 16Oct 3rd. No harder here. Entitled to strong support. E/W. |
| 2 |  | 741505 | Hanoi Franco | 2 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Nice effort after early error 16Oct. Can improve with best manners. In the mix. |
| 3 | | 053130 | Ruby's A Delight | 3 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Rare failure when last time here 16Oct. More reliable than most. Don't dismiss. |
| 4 | | 03X909 | Bondi Lustre | 4 | Ft | Tim Williams | Struggled since resuming. Does pop on occasion. Would need to improve to feature |
| 5 |  | 623527 | Country Gold | 5 | Ft | John Dunn | Honest customer back from a let up. Likely to be hitting the line hard. Each-way |
| 6 | | 290540 | Ideal Chevron | 6 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Would have slept well 09Oct. Capable enough in this grade. Upset claims. |
| 7 | | 744544 | Santanna Mach | 7 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Never chucked in after working hard from same draw 16Oct. Cover in all combos. |
| 8 | | 306700 | Eddie Osei | 8 | Ft | Robbie Close | Down on his best form. Draw no help. Seeking shortcuts & all favours today. |
| 9 |  | 144005 | Zia Bromac | 9 | Ft | Blair Orange | Hit the line with intent 16Oct hinting that his best maybe close at hand. E/W |
| 10 |  | 455899 | Goorambat Art | 10 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Last start effort with better than it looked. Another wide draw no help. First4s |
| 11 |  | 35X027 | Michael Eyre | 11 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Not that far away 16Oct without all favours. Nice 2nd prior. Not out of this. |
| 12 |  | 162055 | Vrilo | 12 | Ft | John Morrison | Midfield finishes his best lately. Tougher draw today. First4s with luck in run. |
| 13 | | 434259 | Krystal Delight | U1 | Ft | Ben Hope | Early work may have undone her at Methven. Strong form prior. Can play a part. |
| 14 | | 769594 | Fast Ace | U2 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Pleasing return to form with solid 4th 16Oct. Harder from this draw. Want odds. |
| Best Bets: Zia Bromac (9), The Finisher (1), Country Gold (5), Ruby's A Delight (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Santanna Mach (2-00.5), Zia Bromac (2-02.9), Bondi Lustre (2-06.1) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Ideal Chevron (6): CC-On, Krystal Delight (13): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 6
- Race Time:
RENWICK FARMS MOBILE PACE
$8000, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R39, R40 WITH COND., 1980m
For R35 to R39 4yo-&-older pacers. Also R40 4 yrs & older horses with 1 win for lifetime.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 357872 | Big Mama Morris | 1 | Ft | Ray Jenkins | Bounced back into form with eye catching effort 06Oct. Well worth a look here. |
| 2 | | 304444 | Jazzy Styx | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Keeping the punters interested with solid showings lately. Cover in all combos. |
| 3 | | 7X3021 | Gatecrasher | 3 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Capped off strong form with nice win 16Oct. Gate speed to be in this a long way. |
| 4 |  | 860042 | Lord Mudrick | 4 | Ft | Chris Butt | Hit the line with authority 16Oct. Can repeat with similar run. Adds to puzzle. |
| 5 |  | 757321 | Terror Ma Sue | 5 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Broke through for over-due maiden win 16Oct. Harder here but can compete. Tris. |
| 6 | | 526343 | Westar Molly | 6 | Ft | Ben Hope | Has forgotten how to run a bad race. Expect another honest outing. Place must. |
| 7 | | 7P0P32 | The Bettor Major | 7 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Showed plenty of fight in narrow defeat 16Oct. Harder here but worth considering |
| 8 | | 20X048 | Timbimboo | 8 | Ft | Robbie Close | Found himself too far back here 16Oct. Similar may unfold here from same draw. |
| 9 |  | 728956 | Kalatra | 9 | Ft | Blair Orange | Currently down on her best form. Does pop up on occasion. Requires right run. |
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| 10 | | 418879 | Darby | 10 | Ft | ||
| 11 | | 937262 | Almighty Clever | 11 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Plenty to like about Oamaru placing. May get nice run through. Don't dismiss. |
| Best Bets: Big Mama Morris (1), Lord Mudrick (4), Westar Molly (6), Gatecrasher (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Gatecrasher (1-56.4), Timbimboo (1-57.4), Westar Molly (1-57.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 7
- Race Time:
ALDEBARAN EAGLE (USA) MOBILE TROT
$8000, UP TO R45 WITH COND., 1980m
For R35 to R45 4 yrs & older trotters with earnings up to and including $2000 in the last 4 starts. Also horses with winning stakes up to and including $5000 for lifetime. 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 | | 507270 | Moa Mojito | 1 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Back to the trials since manners deserting him on race day. Risky but capable. |
| 2 |  | 275060 | Brianna | 2 | Ft | David McCormick | Battling away recently. Needs to lift to feature here. Happy to risk for now. |
| 3 |  | 540500 | Noah Magnific | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Went round in one piece a positive on 18Oct. Upset hopes if her mood strikes. |
| 4 |  | X88908 | Rachmaninov | 4 | Ft | Trevor Grant | Hinted that he might be close to getting back on track. Cover in Tris/First4s. |
| 5 | | 154780 | King Of Diamonds | 5 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Back to the mobile a plus since breaking last start. Could be over the odds here |
| 6 |  | 9X90X5 | Blink N Bones | 6 | Ft | Barry Ford | Fitness just gave out 09Oct, but will derive plenty of benefit from it. In this. |
| 7 | | 673607 | Crown The Moment | 7 | Ft | Henry Sail(J) | Currently down on his best form. Capable enough. Would need to bring his A game. |
| 8 |  | 18400X | Steelintheheel | 8 | Ft | John Morrison | Change of trainer since last seen. Did impress last campaign. Upset hopes fresh. |
| 9 |  | 66510 | Meandad | 9 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Blew the start 16Oct. Nice maiden win prior. Don't drop him just yet. Trifectas. |
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| 10 |  | 07X0D6 | What The Bell | 10 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Improved effort last start. Gets in well on ratings. Among the better chances. |
| 11 | | 022590 | Living The Moment | 11 | Ft | John Dunn | Back to the mobile with be an advantage. Pay not to underestimate in this. E/W. |
| 12 |  | 09X070 | To Hill And Back | U1 | Ft | Lawrence McCormick | Struggling to find her best since returning. In need of a confidence boost here. |
| 13 |  | PX9080 | Miss Gracie | U2 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Has ability but manners continue to cost her. Can place at a price with best. |
| 14 |  | 0X000X | Peaknmonkey | U3 | Ft | Robbie Close | Resuming here after almost a year off from racing. Market your best guide today. |
| Best Bets: What The Bell (10), Living The Moment (11), Blink N Bones (6), Rachmaninov (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Rachmaninov (2-00.1), Peaknmonkey (2-02.1), Noah Magnific (2-03.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Crown The Moment (7): FD-Off, RD-On, Peaknmonkey (14): P-Off, FD-Off, RD-On, SL-On, To Hill And Back (12): P-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 8
- Race Time:
GET YOUR CUP WEEK TICKETS NOW AT ADDINGTON.CO.NZ MOB PACE
$8000, 4YO & OLDER R40 TO R45 MOBILE, 1980m
For R40 to R45 4yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 5X7216 | Doctor Tim | 1 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Racing in good steed. Like the way he hit the line 16Oct. Well worth a look here |
| 2 | | 502990 | Wolf Of Wall Street | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Just down on his best form. Gets best draw in some time. Can place at a price. |
| 3 | | 736615 | Courage Reactor | 3 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Racing with plenty of purpose of late. Drawn to give a sight. Cover in combos. |
| 4 | | 929548 | Judine | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Consistent type who moves a couple of spots closer in draws. Can feature here. |
| 5 |  | X70027 | Igetakickoutofyou | 5 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Entitled to tire last start. Nice place prior. Can play a part with right run. |
| 6 | | 008X86 | Ann Sophie | 6 | Ft | Ray Jenkins | Fitness will be peaking after 2 runs back. Could be over the odds in this field. |
| 7 |  | 770000 | Sir Monty | 7 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Form-line tells the story here & draw no help today. Happy to risk today. |
| 8 | | 8837X1 | Straight Flush | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Justified the strong support with nice win here 16Oct. Capable of doubling up. |
| 9 |  | 024931 | Betterthandiva | 9 | Ft | Lionel Dobbs | Got the job done at Oamaru for drivers maiden victory. Place preferred today. |
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| 10 | | X88349 | Logan Rock | 10 | Ft | Robbie Close | Got the shuffle up here 18Oct. This looks a little easier. May look for last say |
| Best Bets: Doctor Tim (1), Straight Flush (8), Courage Reactor (3), Ann Sophie (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Betterthandiva (1-56.9), Doctor Tim (1-57.5), Judine (1-58.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Logan Rock (10): SL-On Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
Almighty Clever - Race 6
Ann Sophie - Race 8
Avenger - Race 4
Belmont Valor - Race 1
Betterthandiva - Race 8
Big Mama Morris - Race 6
Blink N Bones - Race 7
Bondi Lustre - Race 5
Brianna - Race 7
Country Gold - Race 5
Courage Reactor - Race 8
Crown The Moment - Race 7
Darby - Race 6
Destiny's Dream - Race 1
Doctor Tim - Race 8
Dulcinea - Race 4
Eddie Osei - Race 5
Ester Lucy - Race 2
Executive Banner - Race 4
Fast Ace - Race 5
Freedoms Beauty - Race 2
Fulla Hot Eyre - Race 2
Gatecrasher - Race 6
General Rebeck - Race 2
Gimmesomelovin - Race 1
Goorambat Art - Race 5
Hanoi Franco - Race 5
Harry Belafonte - Race 4
Heaven Forbid - Race 2
Hilda Maud - Race 4
Ideal Chevron - Race 5
Igetakickoutofyou - Race 8
Jazzy Styx - Race 6
Johnny Trotter - Race 3
Judine - Race 8
Jupiter Jewel - Race 3
Kalatra - Race 6
King Of Diamonds - Race 7
Kink - Race 4
Krystal Delight - Race 5
Lily's A Star - Race 1
Living The Moment - Race 7
Logan Rock - Race 8
Lord Mudrick - Race 6
Maroubra - Race 3
Massive Merc - Race 3
Meandad - Race 7
Michael Eyre - Race 5
Miss Gracie - Race 7
Moa Mojito - Race 7
Mollys Remedy - Race 3
Natives Cullerdamoon - Race 3
Noah Magnific - Race 7
Odina - Race 3
Oneloveonelife - Race 4
Pacific Thunder - Race 1
Peaknmonkey - Race 7
Prides Contessa - Race 4
Quicker Than Quick - Race 1
Rachmaninov - Race 7
Ruby's A Delight - Race 5
Santanna Mach - Race 5
Shapely - Race 2
Sir Monty - Race 8
Sporty Reporter - Race 2
Star Magic - Race 4
Starstruck - Race 3
Steelintheheel - Race 7
Straight Flush - Race 8
Sweet Glory - Race 2
Tacker - Race 2
Tasi Ahnau - Race 1
Terror Ma Sue - Race 6
The Bettor Major - Race 6
The Finisher - Race 5
The Highlander - Race 4
The Mandalorian - Race 1
The Next Best Thing - Race 1
The Night Fox - Race 4
Timbimboo - Race 6
To Hill And Back - Race 7
Vermeer Lustre - Race 2
Viscount Banner - Race 1
Vrilo - Race 5
Westar Molly - Race 6
What The Bell - Race 7
Whosdreamingnow - Race 1
Wolf Of Wall Street - Race 8
Wriggles Rufus - Race 4
Zia Bromac - Race 5