CRYSTAL HACKETT ATC'S 2025 JOINT LEADING JNR DRIVER HCP TROT
$17,000, R54 TO R84 DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2700m
For R54 to R84 trotters. 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.
Race 1 CRYSTAL HACKETT ATC'S 2025 JOINT LEADING JNR DRIVER HCP TROT $17,000, R54 TO R84 DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2700m
Front Line Limit: 8 Second Line Limit: 6 Maximum Starters: 15
Note: In Standing Start races horses move forward from the second row to the front row following scratchings, but only until the right of re-entry time.
KOKO KABOOM - pre-race warmed. Slow to begin. Broke approaching the 600m after competing for the position on the back of PANTANI after having been shifted four wide by that runner and lost ground.
PANTANI - back from the unruly as the start was effected. Broke passing the 1100m losing considerable ground. Broke passing the 450m then again near the 250m losing all chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding.
PANTANI - raced wide early before being restrained to the rear of the field. Hung inwards and trotted roughly rounding the final bend. Broke near the 250m hampering a trailing runner losing its chance. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding.
COURMAYEUR - hampered late in the score up. Stewards were satisfied that the mare's chances had not been materially affected. Cleared from the unruly for future mobiles.
The start was delayed on the first attempt when SO MYSTIFYING became fractious. The mare was placed in the outside unruly position and the field was turned out of line. A warning was issued regarding SO MYSTIFYING's barrier manners. A further delay occurred on the second attempt when PARAMOUNT KIWI backed into ROMEO FOXTROT, resulting in driver H Orange having to dismount from the sulky.
6 ch g Peak-Manchester Lass(by Earl) [Faith In Manchester 7m(Creatine), Manchester On Fire 10m(Majestic Son), Manchester's Eclipse 9m(Peak), Manchester's Moment 4m(Muscle Mass)]
Owners:
F Mitchell, Mrs P K Mitchell
Breeder:
Mrs H Steel, R P Steel
Comment:
Well beaten on both days at Haw. Thin record here a concern; looking elsewhere.
Starts
68
Wins
12
Seconds
7
Thirds
5
Lifetime Stakes
$111,886
Winning Stakes
$72,600
Win Dividend
$1.71
Place Dividend
$1.23
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
59
12
11
All Weather Slushy
3
0
1
Grass
9
0
1
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
12
0
1
Distance
12
0
1
Favourite
2
0
0
2nd Favourite
7
3
1
Mobile
5
0
0
Standing
63
12
12
Left
56
12
11
Right
12
0
1
Fresh90
3
0
0
Fresh30
4
1
0
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
MANCHESTER IN TIME - raced wide early. Driver S Abernethy was warned in relation to starting wider than his allocated starting position when the only runner on the 35m mark. Lay out and shifted wider throughout the run home despite Mr S Abernethy taking corrective action on several occasions. Mr Abernethy was warned to make a greater effort to maintain a straight course in future.
MANCHESTER IN TIME - lay out passing the 700m presenting an inside run to HIGHVIEW ROCKN ROLL. Continued to lay out before breaking approaching the 50m. Driver S Abernethy confirmed that this runner had proved difficult when hanging badly from the middle stages. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding.
MANCHESTER IN TIME - approval was given for this runner to race in alternative colours. When questioned regarding the performance driver L Hibell advised the gelding was under pressure from the 800m and never responded to her urgings and she was disappointed with the horse's performance.
GOLD BULLION - hampered by a weakening runner final bend. Crowded near the 300m by an outside runner and locked wheels with CONFESSIONAL for a short distance. Trotted roughly in the run home. Driver B Butt advised he did not activate the removable deafeners in consequence.
CONFESSIONAL - lay inwards in the score up and was out of position at the start. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. Raced wide early.
CONFESSIONAL - broke at the start losing considerable ground. Stood down to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards on one occasion from a standing start prior to resuming. Broke again passing the 400m losing all chance.
10 b g Majestic Son-Petite Sunshine(by Sundon) [Cruise Control 8g(Master Glide), Our Petite Lady 12m(Pegasus Spur), Petitewillshine 9g(Pegasus Spur), Sams The Man 6g(Pegasus Spur), That Girl Of Mine 11m(Great Success)]
Owners:
D A Mann, R J Mann, Ms B L Solomon, M A Ringrose, Mrs L Ringrose, Lucky Syndicate, Daydream Believers Syndicate
Breeder:
F R Weaver
Comment:
Placed with late dash from this handicap over shorter trip, 23 Jan. Must include
Starts
51
Wins
14
Seconds
5
Thirds
7
Lifetime Stakes
$202,911
Winning Stakes
$154,000
Win Dividend
$1.76
Place Dividend
$1.15
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
51
14
12
All Weather Slushy
3
1
1
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
42
9
10
Distance
19
6
5
Favourite
7
5
1
2nd Favourite
8
3
2
Mobile
4
0
2
Standing
47
14
10
Left
9
5
2
Right
42
9
10
Fresh90
5
0
2
Fresh30
3
2
0
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
04/21 Auckland NON-WINNERS 3YO+ TROT 2200m (8) head 2-53.6
11/23 WaikBoP 3YO+, NON-WINNERS with cond. SpecHcp TRO 2200m (U2(30m)) 1 3/4 lengths 2-52.5
11/23 Auckland 3YO+ R35 to R54, with cond. DiscrHcp TRO 2700m (U1(10m)) 2 lengths 3-30.3
04/24 WaikBoP 3YO+ R46 to R61 DiscrHcp TROT 2200m (2(20m)) 1/2 head 2-45.2
The start was delayed at the first attempt due to LORD POPINJAY breaching the 35m barrier despite the efforts of Driver M Ranger. A warning was placed on the gelding's barrier manners. A false start was declared at the 2nd attempt due to the 20m barrier failing to release. The start was further delayed after COURMAYEUR reared and fell to the track with this runner declared a late scratching at 5.17pm on veterinary advice. A warning was placed on the mare's barrier manners. There was an additional delay at the request of the TAB with the race eventually being run approximately 10 minutes after the scheduled start time.
3 br f Bettor's Delight-Little Big Sister(by Christian Cullen) [Mr Euroman 13g(Art Major), Sheffield Sparky 10g(Art Major), Stacey Marie 6m(Vincent(AUS)), Supa Dupa Luca 7g(A Rocknroll Dance), The Greenkeeper 11g(Auckland Reactor)]
Owners:
G J Rack, Mrs S L Rack
Breeder:
G J Rack, Mrs S L Rack
Comment:
Building nicely towards maiden success and likely to go forward again. E/W bet.
MISS CHEROKEE - lay outwards and had to be steadied when awkwardly placed to the inside of IT'S NOT KATHY over the concluding stages. Driver J Dunn advised he had difficulty steering the filly on several occasions.
IT'S NOT KATHY - over-raced middle stages. Checked by an outside runner passing the 100m and paced roughly before breaking near the 60m finishing in 4th place. Promoted to 3rd place following the protest hearing. Stewards exercised their discretion under the Breaking Horses Regulation in relation to this runner's promoted 3rd placing given that the filly broke as a result of interference.
3 b g Always B Miki-Samantha Q(by Real Artist) [Alta Intrigue 12h(Mach Three), Alta Shangri La 11m(American Ideal), Alta Valencia 13m(Mach Three), Hey Sam 7h(He's Watching), Jack Ryan 9g(Mach Three), Shandelier 10m(Bettor's Delight)]
Owners:
Lincoln Farms Bloodstock Ltd, I A Middleton, W P Gubb, W Collett, Mrs M T Jones, Priscilla Edmunds
Breeder:
Alabar (NZ) Ltd
Comment:
Lost no admirers as fave on debut last week. Closer marble & well in commission.
EVERNDEN - shifted in entering the first turn checking and then locking wheels with SAMMY LINCOLN. Driver T Cameron admitted a charge under Rule 869(3)(b) in that he drove carelessly in this incident. After viewing the replays and hearing submissions on penalty the Adjudicative Committee imposed a fine of $250. Raced wide with cover from the 1300m. Lay in rounding the final turn when attempting to improve wide.
EVERNDEN - fractious prior to the start requiring the assistance of a Starting Attendant. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. Hampered by a breaking runner near the 800m. Raced greenly late in the run home.
3 b g Vincent(AUS)-Rozelski(by Bettor's Delight) [Cosmic Major 7g(Art Major), Dragon Tattoo 9m(Art Major), Harrison John 5g(Always B Miki), Imelda May 8m(Art Major), Kowalski 4m(Always B Miki), Starski 10m(Art Major)]
Owners:
J A Gibbs MNZM, Mrs A Gibbs, P I Baken, Mark Purdon, M A R Kirkwood, Mrs S L Kirkwood
TUGAWAR - required assistance by an attendant prior to the start after having become fractious. A warning was placed on the gelding's barrier manners. Broke at the start losing considerable ground. Weakened final turn.
MIDFREW LUCRE - Driver J Kriechbaumer was issued a warning for allowing his gelding to shift outwards rounding the final turn when activating gear which forced TUGAWAR wider on the track. Authorization of 1st placing was withheld until Stewards were satisfied that there were insufficient grounds for a protest with connections of TUGAWAR also electing not to protest when given the opportunity.
TUGAWAR - back from position at the start. When questioned driver M White advised that he had been mindful of the inside runner INNOCENT MAN pacing roughly so had exercised caution which resulted in the gelding being back from position. Raced wide early stages before being restrained to the rear.
TUGAWAR - fractious before the start. Slow to score up and was back from position at dispatch. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding. When questioned regarding the performance driver J Brownlee advised that he was disappointed with the effort. Stewards will follow up with connections in the coming days.
4 b g Always B Miki-Lucy Lynne(by Christian Cullen) [Bye Bye Lucy 12m(McArdle), Grinning Punter 14g(Grinfromeartoear), Redback Rocks 8g(Rock N Roll Heaven)]
Owner:
C F Webber
Breeder:
C F Webber
Comment:
Proved too sharp from the trail to score at Camb, 9 Jan. Consider in track debut
Starts
2
Wins
1
Seconds
0
Thirds
0
Lifetime Stakes
$7,059
Winning Stakes
$6,875
Win Dividend
$5.00
Place Dividend
$1.25
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
2
1
0
All Weather Slushy
0
0
0
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
0
0
0
Distance
2
1
0
Favourite
0
0
0
2nd Favourite
0
0
0
Mobile
2
1
0
Standing
0
0
0
Left
2
1
0
Right
0
0
0
Fresh90
1
0
0
Fresh30
0
0
0
Wins:
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5 b g Always B Miki-Lady Dancer(by Christian Cullen) [Ace Dancer 4g(Art Major), Brodie Lindenny 8g(Bettor's Delight), Come Dance With Me 11m(Bettor's Delight), Dancing Dixie 13m(Bettor's Delight), Major Deal 10g(Art Major), Miki Bennett 6g(Always B Miki)]
Owners:
Mrs M T Corboy, K E Corboy, Ms S Dower, A A W Titter
Breeder:
Alabar (NZ) Ltd
Comment:
Bold Taupo run earlier in week. Mixing his form overall and best version needed.
Starts
39
Wins
3
Seconds
7
Thirds
2
Lifetime Stakes
$53,813
Winning Stakes
$24,750
Win Dividend
$1.32
Place Dividend
$0.89
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
38
3
8
All Weather Slushy
2
0
1
Grass
1
0
1
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
25
2
4
Distance
29
1
6
Favourite
3
1
0
2nd Favourite
1
0
1
Mobile
39
3
9
Standing
0
0
0
Left
14
1
5
Right
25
2
4
Fresh90
3
0
2
Fresh30
2
0
1
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
MURTLE THE TURTLE - unsuccessfully contested for the early lead. Driver J Abernethy was warned for the manner in which he shifted ground approaching the 1000m which resulted in PRINCESS LISA being momentarily hampered. Weakened final turn and lay in contacting a track marker near the 250m. A post-race veterinary examination revealed no abnormality. Mr Abernethy was issued a charge under Rule 869(3)(g) alleging that he drove in a manner which diminished his mare's chances of winning by persisting with a challenge for the lead over the initial 550m. The matter was opened and adjourned sine die by the Adjudicative Committee.
10 b g Washington VC-Pennys A Flyin(by Sands A Flyin) [Bet On Steph 9m(Washington VC), Freddy's Boy 4g(Sky Major), Hold All Bets 12g(Washington VC), Pennys First Flight 8g(Panspacificflight)]
Owners:
F Mitchell, Mrs P K Mitchell
Breeder:
F Mitchell, Mrs P K Mitchell
Comment:
No doubting his ability to sprint but manners are an issue. For the brave again.
Starts
98
Wins
10
Seconds
8
Thirds
10
Lifetime Stakes
$192,513
Winning Stakes
$132,500
Win Dividend
$0.75
Place Dividend
$0.65
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
91
10
16
All Weather Slushy
5
0
0
Grass
7
0
2
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
70
10
15
Distance
72
6
16
Favourite
6
1
2
2nd Favourite
14
2
3
Mobile
93
10
17
Standing
5
0
1
Left
28
0
3
Right
70
10
15
Fresh90
2
0
0
Fresh30
9
1
2
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
04/22 Auckland 2YO+, NON-WINNERS & MR40 to MR41 MOB. PA 2200m (U1) 1/2 neck 2-48
06/22 Auckland 3YO+ R35 to R54 MOB. PACE 2700m (4) head 3-24
07/22 Auckland 4YO+ R35 to R47 MOB. PACE 2700m (12) neck 3-24.6
06/23 Auckland 4YO+ Up to & including R49 MOB. PACE 1609m (6) nose 1-57.6
07/23 Auckland 4YO+ R44 to R58 MOB. PACE 2200m (1) neck 2-44
11/23 Auckland 3YO+ R47 to R53 MOB. PACE 2200m (3) neck 2-45
05/24 Auckland 3YO+ Up to & including R51 MOB. PACE 2200m (2) 1/2 head 2-39.6
07/24 Auckland 3YO+ R42 to R54 MOB. PACE 2200m (6) neck 2-42.3
12/24 Auckland 4YO+ R35 to R46 MOB. PACE 1609m (11) 2 lengths 1-55.5
10/25 Auckland 2YO+ R35 to R42 MOB. PACE 2200m (U1) nose 2-44.1
NELSON'S BOY - broke shortly after the start losing ground. A warning was placed on the gelding's barrier manners. Broke again racing off the crossing losing all chance.
NELSON'S BOY - checked shortly after the start by a breaking runner losing ground before breaking after 150m losing all chance and was retired from the event.
NELSON'S BOY - paced roughly near the 1300m when at the rear. Paced roughly again near the 800m when being shifted wider on the track by an inside runner. Paced roughly on a further occasion rounding the final turn.
"FROCKS AT THE TROTS" NORTHERN METRO PACERS FINAL MOB PACE
$35,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R49 MOBILE, 2200m
For R35 to R49 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid. Penalty Free should a horse win both a Heat and the Final. Refer special conditions section for full Metro Series conditions for this series.
5 b g Bettor's Delight-First Western(by Western Terror) [Best Western 10m(Bettor's Delight), Doc Holliday 9g(Bettor's Delight), Dolly Parton 3f(Downbytheseaside), James Garner 6h(Bettor's Delight), John Wayne 8g(Bettor's Delight), Marion Keisker 15m(McArdle)]
Owners:
Dr I S Bridge, Mrs R P Bridge, M R Notman, S W Abernethy, K G Moore, M G Hill, S Grierson, B A Harvey, K A Pullar, Zinnycef Syndicate
Breeder:
Dr A R Grierson
Comment:
Fought well a week ago to complete first4. Always a place hope and draw assists.
Starts
38
Wins
2
Seconds
6
Thirds
5
Lifetime Stakes
$51,633
Winning Stakes
$12,375
Win Dividend
$0.22
Place Dividend
$0.69
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
38
2
11
All Weather Slushy
5
0
1
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
29
0
8
Distance
31
2
8
Favourite
8
1
4
2nd Favourite
1
0
1
Mobile
38
2
11
Standing
0
0
0
Left
9
2
3
Right
29
0
8
Fresh90
4
0
0
Fresh30
1
0
0
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
04/24 WaikBoP NON-WINNERS 3YO+ MOB. PACE 2200m (5) head 2-44.8
06/25 WaikBoP 4YO+ R35 to R50 MOB. PACE INV.D 2200m (11) neck 2-44.7
BILLY THE KID - pre-race warmed. Trainer J Young was warned for presenting the gelding with removable deafeners which had not been notified with this gear being removed prior to the start.
BILLY THE KID - when questioned regarding the performance Driver S Thornley stated that when left in the open outside the leader from the 1400m had taken its toll.
AMAZING CAPTAIN Co-Trainers S & A Telfer were issued a $50 Minor Infringement Notice for the late notification of drivers for this filly and ALWAYS B MAGIC.
MR MIKI - broke shortly after the start due to a hopple connecting strap breaking and hampered an outside runner before being retired from the event. This gear was examined and found to have been in satisfactory condition with trainer B Laidlaw deemed not to be at fault.
MR MIKI - paced roughly and stumbled passing the 1900m losing its chance. Stood down to trial on one occasion to the satisfaction of Stewards prior to resuming.
HES NOT THAT INTO U - shied and broke just short of the winning post. A warning was placed on the racing record of the gelding. Stewards lodged a protest against 1st placing being awarded under Rule 870(5) alleging this runner was in a break as it reached the finish line and was lapped by MR MIKI. After viewing the replays trainer/driver T Herlihy did not contest the protest and HES NOT THAT INTO U was relegated to 2nd placing by Stewards.
CAPTAIN KOBE - Stewards investigated a possible breach of the Push Out Rule near the 1700m when this runner raced wider on the track after shifting out off the back of TASI AHNAU. It was established that TASI AHNAU had shifted up the track when being steadied near the 1750m prior to CAPTAIN KOBE reaching its sulky wheel. These two runners then locked wheels briefly approaching the 1500m.
TASI AHNAU - weakened from the 900m. When questioned regarding the performance driver S Ottley advised the gelding had raced lethargically throughout. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a slow recovery. Stewards will follow up with connections in the coming days.
ALWAYS B AN ANGEL - broke near the 400m after contacting the sulky of FIFTH AND FINAL, which shifted out from the running line, losing its chance and was retired from the event. Stewards held an investigation into this incident. After hearing evidence from Junior Driver F Schumacher (ALWAYS B AN ANGEL) who declined the assistance of a senior driver, Junior Driver J Dunn (FIFTH AND FINAL) assisted by R Lawson and viewing the replays it was established that Mr Dunn had conducted his outward movement in a gradual and acceptable manner. However ALWAYS B AN ANGEL had thrown wide with its near hind outside its sulky confines contributing to the contact being made. Given the circumstances Stewards took the matter no further. A post-race veterinary examination revealed a laceration to the left hind which was treated.
JOHNNY LINCOLN - back from position at the start. Driver M McKendry was issued a warning. Lay inwards throughout the run home and was unable to be fully driven out.
JOHNNY LINCOLN - raced fiercely middle stages. Became awkwardly placed close to the sulky of EVERNDEN passing the 800m and paced roughly for several strides before being taken out four wide for safety reasons. Hung inwards final bend when weakening. A warning was placed on the racing record of the colt.
DOUBLE PARKED - required assistance from an attendant when becoming fractious prior to commencing the score up. A warning was placed on the gelding's barrier manners. Raced in restricted room early in the run home.
4 b m Captain Crunch-Tosti Girl(by Christian Cullen) [Fly To The Finish 5h(Bettor's Delight), Girls Are Bettor 13m(Bettor's Delight), Precious M 17g(Red River Hanover), Sir Tosti Mach 16g(Mach Three), Thefixer 12g(Bettor's Delight), The Honey Queen 8m(Rock N Roll Heaven)]
Owners:
Mrs P G Hughes, B Hughes, J P Green, Mrs P C Green
Breeder:
Mrs P G Hughes, B Hughes, J P Green, Mrs P C Green
Comment:
Just denied Double Parked a week ago and despite wider alley looks a major hope.
Starts
12
Wins
3
Seconds
2
Thirds
1
Lifetime Stakes
$35,493
Winning Stakes
$24,750
Win Dividend
$0.73
Place Dividend
$0.76
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
12
3
3
All Weather Slushy
3
1
0
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
10
3
2
Distance
8
2
1
Favourite
6
1
1
2nd Favourite
4
2
2
Mobile
12
3
3
Standing
0
0
0
Left
2
0
1
Right
10
3
2
Fresh90
2
0
0
Fresh30
1
0
1
Wins:
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PRINCESS OF SAVOY - broke near the 1300m with trailing runners having to take evasive action and lost all chance. An investigation was held into this incident and it was established that PRINCESS OF SAVOY had galloped after contacting the sulky wheel of WORDS with its near hind when both runners shifted ground marginally. Given the circumstances Stewards took the matter no further.
PRINCESS OF SAVOY - raced wide early. Lay out leaving the final turn despite the efforts of Driver T Cameron. When questioned regarding the performance Mr T Cameron advised that the early effort may of taken its toll.
DAVE DULEY - checked by a breaking runner near the 400m losing ground. When questioned regarding the performance Driver J Dunn stated that after having gone back from the wide draw that the race had not been run to suit with the strong tempo before receiving the check on the final turn.
CLASSIQUE LANDSCAPERS - NORTHERN METRO TROT FINAL HCP TROT
$35,000, R35 TO R48 DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2200m
For R35 to R48 trotters. Penalty Free should a horse win both a Heat and the Final. Refer special conditions section for full Metro Series conditions for this series.
Race 5 CLASSIQUE LANDSCAPERS - NORTHERN METRO TROT FINAL HCP TROT $35,000, R35 TO R48 DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2200m
Front Line Limit: 8 Second Line Limit: 6 Maximum Starters: 15
Note: In Standing Start races horses move forward from the second row to the front row following scratchings, but only until the right of re-entry time.
YUROK - broke at the start losing considerable ground. Placed on the unruly for future mobile starts. Forced wide near the 1100m. Weakened rounding the final turn.
YUROK - weakened from the 1000m hampering a trailing runner. A post-race endoscopy detected a degree of mucus that may have affected the horse's racing performance. A veterinary clearance will be required prior to racing again.
SANINARMBRO - connections advised that the mare has scanned positive and would be racing in foal. Hampered up by a weakening runner from near the 600m.
5 br g What The Hill-Hot Chocolate Tart(by Continentalman) [Chocolate Angus 4g(Royal Aspirations), Del Shannon 8g(Muscle Hill), Hot Jessie 6m(Majestic Son)]
Owners:
Razoo Syndicate, R J Magness, Mrs D McDermott, J A Coulam, H R McGlade, R Trench, D J Rendell
Breeder:
G D Beckett, Mrs D R Beckett, Mrs L A Chilcott
Comment:
Gave owners an early Xmas present with maiden win at Camb. Strong since. Quin's.
Starts
7
Wins
1
Seconds
2
Thirds
2
Lifetime Stakes
$15,223
Winning Stakes
$8,250
Win Dividend
$1.19
Place Dividend
$1.21
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
7
1
4
All Weather Slushy
1
0
1
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
4
0
2
Distance
7
1
4
Favourite
2
0
2
2nd Favourite
1
0
1
Mobile
0
0
0
Standing
7
1
4
Left
3
1
2
Right
4
0
2
Fresh90
2
0
1
Fresh30
0
0
0
Wins:
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12/25 WaikBoP NON-WINNERS 3YO+ TROT 2200m (U5) head 2-51.8
BRASS RAZOO - lay in contacting track markers near the 1250m. Driver N Chilcott was warned for driving with her right foot free of the sulky foot rest over the initial 500m.
BRASS RAZOO - raced wider briefly near the 1750m after BOSS JO shifted away from the marker line. It was established that Driver D Balle (BOSS JO) had commenced his outward movement prior to BRASS RAZOO reaching his sulky wheel and no further action was deemed necessary.
HILLBILLY - pre-race warmed. Lost ground rounding the first turn. Driver E Johnson reported that she did not activate the removable deafeners due to having the field covered.
HILLBILLY - broke at the start losing considerable ground. Trotted roughly rounding the final bend. Authorisation of 4th placing was withheld until Stewards were satisfied the gelding had complied with the Breaking Horses Regulation.
HILLBILLY - pre-race warmed. Had to be steadied passing the 1150m when YOUNEVERKNOW shifted down into the running line. Hampered near the 1100m by a breaking runner and contacted the sulky wheel of YOUNEVERKNOW.
HILLBILLY - had to be steadied near the 1700m when there was an easing of the pace. Commenced to over-race near the 1400m before being taken out three wide and raced wide without cover thereafter.
HILLBILLY - pulled hard in the score up. Raced fiercely early and middle stages before being sent forward to lead approaching the 1000m. Lay in late in the run home placing an inside runner in restricted room.
HILLBILLY - raced wide early before obtaining a position in the running line towards the rear. When questioned regarding the performance Driver E Johnson advised that she got too far back after restraining from a wide barrier and then had difficulty improving wide rounding the final bend.
HILLBILLY - Driver M McKendry admitted charges under Rule 869(3)(b) in that he drove carelessly near the 2300m when striking the wheel of ILLICIT LOVE which punctured and also near the 2250m when striking the wheel of FINAL APPROACH which punctured. After viewing the replays and hearing submissions on penalty the Adjudicative Committee suspended Mr McKendry's driver's licence from the conclusion of racing tonight up to and including the 29 May 2025 (8 days).
HILLBILLY - over-raced entering the back straight the final time before shifting an outside runner out to secure a position in the running line near the 650m.
VISCOUNT MACKENDON - lost ground rounding the first turn. Unable to hold the back of the leader passing the 1800m which enabled EYRE I WILL to shift down to fill that position. Lay in contacting a track marker approaching the 1200m. Lay in again contacting a further track marker near the 900m.
VISCOUNT MACKENDON - broke near the 250m and dislodged a track marker hampering a trailing runner and lost all chance. When questioned Junior Driver J Dunn, assisted by B Hackett, advised that he had encountered difficulty in activating the deafeners with this gelding laying in and becoming awkwardly placed to the sulky of the leader PARAMOUNT SPUR before breaking when being steadied out of the position. After viewing the replays and considering the matter Stewards warned Mr Dunn to ensure that he maintains sufficient control given similar circumstances in the future.
5 br g Father Patrick-Great Getaway(by Dream Vacation) [All American 11g(Muscle Hill), Halberg 6g(Father Patrick), That's What We Do 7g(Love You), The Big Bird 9m(Love You), Tricky Ric 10g(Muscle Hill)]
Owner:
S W Waters
Breeder:
J W Dickie, R E Bright
Comment:
Battled soundly after cutting the breeze last week. Close prior; must be covered
Starts
22
Wins
3
Seconds
4
Thirds
2
Lifetime Stakes
$56,622
Winning Stakes
$20,900
Win Dividend
$0.35
Place Dividend
$0.92
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
22
3
6
All Weather Slushy
4
1
1
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
19
2
5
Distance
16
3
5
Favourite
9
3
2
2nd Favourite
6
0
1
Mobile
8
1
4
Standing
14
2
2
Left
3
1
1
Right
19
2
5
Fresh90
5
1
2
Fresh30
0
0
0
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
02/24 Auckland NON-WINNERS & Up to R45 with cond. SpecH 2200m (2) 1 1/4 lengths 2-57.7
11/24 Auckland 2YO+, NON-WINNERS with cond. SpecHcp TRO 2200m (U1(30m)) 1/2 head 2-48.7
VORONOV - unsuccessfully contested for the lead middle stages. Weakened rounding the final turn hampering an outside runner. Driver L Chin admitted a charge under Rule 868(2) in that failed to take all reasonable and permissible measures during the middle stages to ensure his gelding was given full opportunity to win or obtain the best possible position and/or finishing place by persisting with a challenge for the lead which resulted in this runner weakening rounding the final turn to finish in 11th place. After viewing the replays and hearing penalty submissions the Adjudicative Committee suspended Dr Chin's driver's licence from the conclusion of racing today up to and including 26 January 2026 (5 days).
6 b g What The Hill-Landoras Special(by Sundon) [Eyre I Come 15g(Majestic Son), Eyre I Go 10g(Majestic Son), Hank Hill 5g(What The Hill), Rastusburn 9g(Angus Hall), Snowflake Stride 13m(Angus Hall), Springbank Eden 14g(Angus Hall)]
Owners:
G N Hatton, Mrs K R Hatton, B D Horrell, Mrs K Horrell
Breeder:
D M Brown
Comment:
Began well to secure the trail last week and fought well. Similar required here.
Starts
64
Wins
8
Seconds
9
Thirds
4
Lifetime Stakes
$137,318
Winning Stakes
$84,425
Win Dividend
$0.77
Place Dividend
$0.83
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
52
6
10
All Weather Slushy
2
0
1
Grass
12
2
3
Grass Wet
2
1
0
Course
32
5
8
Distance
27
4
6
Favourite
11
2
4
2nd Favourite
15
4
1
Mobile
20
1
2
Standing
44
7
11
Left
32
3
5
Right
32
5
8
Fresh90
6
0
0
Fresh30
1
0
1
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
VISCOUNT MACKENDON - lost ground rounding the first turn. Unable to hold the back of the leader passing the 1800m which enabled EYRE I WILL to shift down to fill that position. Lay in contacting a track marker approaching the 1200m. Lay in again contacting a further track marker near the 900m.
ILLICIT LOVE - broke near the 1750m when racing to the inside of EYRE I WILL checking trailing runners and losing considerable ground. Stewards held an investigation into this incident and after hearing the relative evidence from Junior Driver C Hackett (ILLICIT LOVE) assisted by M Wallis, Driver S Abernethy (EYRE I WILL) and viewing the replays it was established that these runners had been contesting a position in the running line when racing on terms with neither driver being deemed to be at fault. Given the circumstances Stewards took the matter no further.
SHEZABETTORGIRL - paced roughly late in the score up and was back from position at dispatch. Broke briefly on two occasions over the early stages . A warning was placed on the mare's barrier manners.
JETASI - unable to hold the back of RUN MASON RUN near the 1350m enabling THE BIG BANG to shift down into a one out and one back position. Raced four wide without cover from the 750m. Stumbled and paced roughly approaching the 200m after contacting the sulky wheel of SHEZABETTORGIRL when both runners shifted ground. After viewing replays Stewards could not apportion blame to either horse or Driver and took the matter no further other than to note the circumstances.
PRINCESS OF SAVOY - broke near the 1300m with trailing runners having to take evasive action and lost all chance. An investigation was held into this incident and it was established that PRINCESS OF SAVOY had galloped after contacting the sulky wheel of WORDS with its near hind when both runners shifted ground marginally. Given the circumstances Stewards took the matter no further.
WORDS - over-raced middle stages when leading. Shifted outwards rounding the final turn and then again passing the 100m hampering outside runners. Stewards lodged a protest under Rule 869A(2) against 1st placing being awarded to WORDS (Junior Driver E Johnson assisted by J Abernethy) on the grounds of alleged interference to the outside runners 2nd placed MUCHACHO (Junior Driver H Orange assisted by Trainer Z Meredith), 3rd placed BARBAROSSA (Junior Driver B Wilkins assisted by B Butcher) and 4th placed MELODY BANNER (Junior Driver J Dunn assisted by B Hackett). After viewing the replays and hearing the relative evidence Stewards did not proceed with the protest in relation to the interference to the 3rd and 4th placed runners after it was established that they would not have beaten the winner. The Adjudicative Committee upheld the protest in relation to interference to the 2nd placed MUCHACHO and relegated WORDS to 2nd placing behind that runner. Stewards took no action against Driver E Johnson as they were satisfied that she had fulfilled her obligations in relation to the corrective action she took throughout the run home. A warning was placed on the mare's racing manners.
WORDS - over-raced middle stages when leading. Junior driver E Johnson (assisted by driver M White) admitted a charge under Rule 869(3)(b) in that she drove carelessly when shifting inwards entering the first bend checking TWO JULES which broke losing ground, hampering trailing runners . After viewing the replays and hearing penalty submissions the Adjudicate Committee imposed a fine of $400.
4 b g Art Major-Helena Jet(by Jereme's Jet) [Christian Bale 5g(Vincent(AUS)), Jemma 9m(Mach Three), Nicholas Cage 7g(Art Major), Our Benson 6g(Sweet Lou), Panda Girl 10m(Rock N Roll Heaven)]
Owners:
P G Laboyrie, R W Green
Breeder:
P G Laboyrie
Comment:
Unsuited by the inside draw last week over sprint. Earlier form strong; top pick
Starts
37
Wins
5
Seconds
5
Thirds
6
Lifetime Stakes
$90,860
Winning Stakes
$58,000
Win Dividend
$0.89
Place Dividend
$1.04
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
37
5
11
All Weather Slushy
4
0
0
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
34
5
11
Distance
27
3
9
Favourite
4
0
1
2nd Favourite
6
1
1
Mobile
37
5
11
Standing
0
0
0
Left
3
0
0
Right
34
5
11
Fresh90
2
0
0
Fresh30
3
0
0
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
07/24 Auckland NON-WINNERS 2YO MOB. PACE 1700m (3) head 2-06.5
07/25 Auckland 3YO+ R37 to R40 MOB. PACE 2200m (6) 1/2 head 2-42.2
08/25 Auckland 3YO+ R38 to R43, NON-WINNERS MOB. PACE 2200m (5) neck 2-41.5
11/25 Auckland 3YO+ R40 to R45 MOB. PACE 2200m (4) neck 2-41.5
12/25 Auckland 3YO R38 to R73 MOB. PACE 1609m (6) nose 1-56.6
TYSON - Co-Trainers R Green and N Delany were issued a warning for presenting the gelding to race without the notified blinds. Raced wide for a distance during the middle stages before being restrained to the rear.
BRUNTWOOD BRIGADE - unable to hold the back of CAPTAIN SAMPSON near the 900m which enabled TYSON to shift down to fill the position. Weakened from the 500m.
7 br g Sweet Lou-Secret Love(by Real Desire) [Abdicate 8g(Sportswriter), Alwaysbelove 6g(Always B Miki), Alwaysbesecret 5m(Always B Miki), Loveabull 4m(Raging Bull)]
Owners:
Mrs L A Chilcott, Mrs S A Hamilton, M J Gallagher, B M Lichter, Miss D E Chisholm MNZM, T W McClenaghan, G M Bowen, Mrs K De Leeuw, Mrs L M Hall, Mrs A Rollinson
Breeder:
C G Thomas, Mrs S A Hamilton, M J Gallagher, M D J Robinson, Mrs
Comment:
2nd from a friendly trip last week. 4-time winner here and in the minors mix.
Starts
29
Wins
5
Seconds
5
Thirds
2
Lifetime Stakes
$66,488
Winning Stakes
$42,350
Win Dividend
$0.77
Place Dividend
$0.97
Starts
Wins
Placings
Starts
Wins
Placings
All Weather
29
5
7
All Weather Slushy
3
1
1
Grass
0
0
0
Grass Wet
0
0
0
Course
22
4
6
Distance
21
4
6
Favourite
7
1
3
2nd Favourite
5
2
0
Mobile
28
5
7
Standing
1
0
0
Left
7
1
1
Right
22
4
6
Fresh90
4
1
1
Fresh30
6
2
0
Wins:
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Date / Club / Race Desc / Barrier Draw in brackets and horse time
SPIRITUAL BLISS - fell to the track on pulling up after tipping Driver H Orange from the sulky but was immediately attended to by the crash crew and veterinarian. This mare then got away from the attendants after having the sulky and harness removed due to the bridle coming off when being restrained. SPIRITUAL BLISS was subsequently caught by attendants at the birdcage gates and found not to have sustained any injury in this incident after a veterinary examination. Driver H Orange was examined by St John personnel and cleared of injury.
SPIRITUAL BLISS - over-raced middle stages. Held up for clear racing room for the duration of the run home. Driver H Orange advised that the mare raced ungenerously when restrained in restricted room over the concluding stages. Mr Orange further advised that he did not activate the mare's removable deafeners.
SPIRITUAL BLISS - out of position at the candy pole and start despite the efforts of driver J Dunn. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare. Raced wide early.
Race 7 HARRISON ORANGE ATC'S 2025 JOINT LEADING JNR DRIVER HCP TROT $15,000, R35 TO R46 DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2200m
Front Line Limit: 8 Second Line Limit: 6 Maximum Starters: 15
Note: In Standing Start races horses move forward from the second row to the front row following scratchings, but only until the right of re-entry time.
R35 to R42, NON-WINNERS & R43 with cond. TROT Stand
2200m
Good
1
1/1
President Flynntin
MR:2-07.4
60.8
19L
Trld,brk,buried inr,off,wd 300m,brk
BARSUKOV - broke rounding the first turn and galloped for a considerable distance before settling towards the rear. Broke again near the 300m losing all chance. A warning was placed on the gelding's racing manners. Driver L Chin admitted a charge under Rule 869 (3)(b) that he drove carelessly near the 900m when contacting and puncturing the sulky wheel of EYES TO HEAVEN (Driver N Chilcott). After viewing the replays and hearing submissions on penalty the Adjudicative Committee suspended Dr Chin's licence from the conclusion of racing on the 15 August up to and including 28 August 2025 (3 days).
BARSUKOV - Driver L Chin admitted a charge under Rule 869(4)(6)(b)(c) in that he shifted his gelding outwards near the 1150m forcing an outside runner to race wider on the track. After viewing the replays and hearing penalty submissions the Adjudicative Committee imposed a fine of $200.
KISS MY PIXEL - underwent a pre-race veterinary examination after going down on its hind quarters when parading and was cleared to start. Weakened rounding the final turn.
SKEE PRINCESS - the 30m barrier failed to clear this runner however Driver T Hall advised that the mare's chances had not been materially affected. Broke near the 700m losing all chance. A final warning was placed on the mare's racing manners.
WYNBERG JANIE - broke at the start losing considerable ground. Broke racing over the crossing losing further ground. Broke approaching the 150m. A warning was placed on the mare's racing manners. Placed on the unruly for future standing starts at the request of Trainer J Teaz.
WYNBERG JANIE - broke near the 400m losing ground. Authorisation of 4th placing was withheld until Stewards were satisfied the mare had complied with the Breaking Horses Regulation.
ROYAL SECRET - delayed the start when reluctant to turn to face the 30m barrier. Placed on the unruly for future standing starts. Broke entering the first bend losing ground before settling towards the rear. Authorisation of this runner's 3rd placing was withheld until Stewards were satisfied the gelding had complied with the Breaking Horses Regulation.
3YO+, NON-WINNERS & Up to R39 with cond. SpecHcp TROT Stand
2200m
Good
1
2/7
Baffled
MR:2-09.5
60.4
Trld,3-bk 12700,prkd 700,up shadows
ROYAL SECRET - required assistance from a Starting Attendant prior to the start and then became fractious causing a delay. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the gelding.
A false start was declared due to EMILY BAY bounding forward and breasting the front barrier strand which failed to clear. A warning was placed on the barrier record of the mare.
CRAZY - pre-race warmed. Slow early. Lost ground rounding the first turn and trailed the field thereafter. When questioned regarding the performance Trainer/Driver T Hall stated that the gelding had failed to handle the track when struggling to find its rhythm in what was its first race on grass.
CRAZY - Driver T Hall admitted a charge under Rule 869(4)(6)(b)(c) in that he shifted his gelding out near the 1100m forcing YUROK to race wider on the track. After viewing the replays and hearing penalty submissions the Adjudicative Committee imposed a fine of $200.
CRAZY - broke at the start losing its chance. Stood down to trial to the satisfaction of Stewards on one occasion from a standing start prior to resuming.
CRAZY - weakened final bend. A post-race veterinary examination revealed abrasions to the off hind elbow which was consistent with the gelding striking itself.