NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 31 January
- Race Number:
- Race 1
- Race Time:
SBSR ARDEN LODGE (FILLIES & MARES) MOBILE PACE
$17,055, UP TO & INCLUDING R60 FILLIES & MARES, 1980m
For up to & including R60 pacing fillies & mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 770761 | Ha'penny | 1 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Powerful win at Waterlea but that was well down the grades. More needed here. |
| 2 |  | 601808 | Dancing Desire | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Didn't fire up in Group 2 company last week. Noticeable grade drop. Upset. |
| 3 |  | X28042 | Ellie Franco | 3 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Did well at Gore 27 Dec & that form was franked last weekend. Worth a look. |
| 4 |  | 415206 | Milou | 4 | Ft | Blair Orange | Too hard from wide draw at Methven. Nice trial win prior. Keep onside again. |
| 5 |  | 949717 | Cardi B | 5 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Honest last week in Group 2 when clear late. Like this distance. Not the worst. |
| 6 |  | 265321 | Katherine | 6 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Impressive here last week in the amateurs. Can sustain a sprint. Combo claims. |
| 7 |  | 862431 | Tokyo Rose | 7 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Sharp win when looming wide at Waterlea. OK stats here but can improve. |
| 8 |  | 980711 | Follow Your Dream | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Handled step up in grade between two Richmond wins. Stick with her form. |
| 9 |  | 046100 | Evangalist | 9 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Will welcome return to mobile after tough Waterlea trip. Place prospect. |
| Best Bets: Ellie Franco (3), Milou (4), Follow Your Dream (8), Tokyo Rose (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Follow Your Dream (1-53.8), Katherine (1-54.1), Dancing Desire (1-55.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 2
- Race Time:
SBSR MACCA LODGE PACE
$14,213, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2600m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 344X | Imperial Laz | 1 | Ft | Bob Butt | Near enough down south. Three public runs since April. Chance from #1. |
| 2 |  | Maxi Jazz | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Nice qualifying win. Just turned 6 & first seen in December. Blowout hope. | |
| 3 |  | 08 | Gamely | 3 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Did it tough sitting parked at Methven. Seeking a few lengths here to feature. |
| 4 |  | 0 | Archer | 4 | Ft | Paul Borcoskie | Beat #1 in latest trial after 3 outings since tough debut. Upset claims. |
| 5 |  | 222533 | Interrorgator | 5 | Ft | John Dunn | Keeps finding a couple better but can make his own luck too. In the mix. |
| 6 |  | X34205 | Troubleshooter | 6 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Much improved between Timaru & Methven but needed to be. Give another go. |
| 7 |  | X42244 | Sans Repos | 7 | Ft | Ricky Alfeld | Can sprint when things go his way. Nothing wrong with recent runs. Each way. |
| 8 |  | 665626 | Royal Belle | 8 | Ft | Kerry Hadfield | Midfield efforts, other than gritty 2nd in front at Ashburton. Top3/4 prospect. |
| 9 |  | 827X37 | Beverley Courtney | 9 | Ft | ||
| 10 |  | 05 | Smooth Scoob | U1 | Ft | Robert Anderson | On a quick learning curve, but handled it OK at Ashburton. First4s enhancer. |
| Best Bets: Imperial Laz (1), Sans Repos (7), Troubleshooter (6), Interrorgator (5) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Archer - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 23/01/25, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-21.7, 800m: 59.3, 400m: 30.3, Margins: 2 len, 4 1/4len, head. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Archer (4): RD-Off, FD-On, Imperial Laz (1): BL-Off, SL-On, Interrorgator (5): SL-On, Sans Repos (7): NW-Off, Troubleshooter (6): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 3
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SBSR BRAEVIEW LTD / CHELSEA FAITHFUL MOBILE PACE
$13,228, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R39, 1980m
For R35 to R39 4yo-&-older pacers. This Race was selected on Ratings (lowest to highest).
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 559735 | Courage Reactor | 1 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Thereabouts on the grass circuit since 5th here 17 Dec. Combos must again. |
| 2 |  | 065585 | Oakley Shard | 2 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Lacking the sprint she showed at Omakau in 3 runs since. Rough claims. |
| 3 |  | 538009 | Spirited Lou | 3 | Ft | Ricky May | Can perform on occasion, but not showing a stack in 2025 so far. First4s best. |
| 4 |  | 346X48 | Spiritual Bliss | 4 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Did it tough at Timaru & couldn't find extra fresh at Rangiora. Seeking more. |
| 5 |  | 967225 | Oneloveonelife | 5 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Found a new lease of life recently & has won here before. Not out of this. |
| 6 |  | 084361 | Betterwithbling | 6 | Ft | ||
| 7 |  | 094026 | King Arthur | 7 | Ft | Jessica Young-Grant | Warmed up late at Methven. All 6 career wins have been here. Smokey. |
| 8 |  | 096174 | Girlshavtime | 8 | Ft | ||
| 9 |  | 323037 | Topaz | 9 | Ft | ||
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| 10 |  | 622724 | Fergalicious | 10 | Ft | John Dunn | Handy 4th in stronger grade at Methven. Stiff draw, but can win with luck. |
| 11 |  | 581002 | Whosdreamingnow | 11 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Returned to form with useful 2nd 19 Jan. Needs run through. Trifecta option. |
| 12 |  | 519372 | Millwood Goddess | 12 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Enjoying her summer racing & lost no fans 12 Jan. Adds to combos puzzle. |
| 13 |  | 030787 | Sofia Rose | 13 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Building in fitness with two runs since spring campaign. May be over the odds. |
| 14 |  | 6X7789 | Touch N Go | 14 | Ft | Tim Williams | Had her chance at Methven from good run. Fair stats here too. Rough odds. |
| 15 |  | 130990 | Lord Mudrick | 15 | Ft | Chris Butt | Took himself out of commission 19 Jan. Real win-or-bust type at the moment. |
| 16 | | 072866 | Social Distancing | 16 | Ft | Blair Orange | Contrasting runs at Richmond. Draw does him no favours. Seeking gaps. |
| Best Bets: Fergalicious (10), Oneloveonelife (5), King Arthur (7), Courage Reactor (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Millwood Goddess (1-57.9), Sofia Rose (1-58.3), Touch N Go (1-58.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: King Arthur (7): BL-On, Millwood Goddess (12): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 4
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SBSR TUAPEKA LODGE / RUSSELL NEVILL MOBILE PACE
$18,250, R57 TO R65, 1980m
For R57 to R65 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 256260 | Betterthancash | 1 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Disappointed at Waterlea, but tough grade to resume in there. Can bounce back. |
| 2 |  | 776801 | Shepherds Delight | 2 | Ft | Tim Williams | Easy winner in R35-50 grade at Richmond. Steps up again here. Combos hope. |
| 3 |  | 1X0244 | Next Level | 3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Tidy 2nd at trials since finishing 4th in NZ Derby. A leading contender in this. |
| 4 |  | 122441 | Song Sung Blue | 4 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Rattled home for 21 Jan trial win after Cromwell success. Harder here. Place. |
| 5 |  | 821163 | Sky Rocket | 5 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Lost no fans with his 3rd to NZ Derby winner last week. Has gate speed. EW. |
| 6 | | 118244 | Amaretto Franco | 6 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Chased well on her southern sojourn. Small field assists too. Not out of this. |
| 7 | | P2009X | Black Mach | 7 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Not seen since form dropped away in winter/spring. Take on trust fresh. |
| Best Bets: Next Level (3), Betterthancash (1), Sky Rocket (5), Amaretto Franco (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Amaretto Franco (1-57.3), Black Mach (1-57.4), Betterthancash (1-58.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Song Sung Blue - 1st of 6, Chertsey, 21/01/25, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-01.1, 800m: 56.3, 400m: 27.6, Margins: head, 10 len, 4 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Next Level (3): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 5
- Race Time:
SBSR MICHELLE CAIG / STEVE BAUCKE HANDICAP TROT
$17,120, R35 TO R50 DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R35 to R50 trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 331605 | Five Monkeys | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Tried hard after finding the markers at Methven. Add to trifectas & First4s. |
| 2 |  | 705494 | Judy J | 2 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Working back to form & did well in front 19 Jan. May repeat tactics. Smokey. |
| 3 |  | 022P43 | Miss Gracie | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Emerged for solid 3rd at Oamaru. Early jostling for position, perhaps. Chance. |
| 4 |  | 174029 | Royal Grace | 4 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Got back from 2nd row draw last Friday. Still learning though. Combos best. |
| 5 |  | 324076 | T K Megastar | 5 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Last won in October 2023 & not rounding out her races recently. Needs to lift. |
| 6 |  | 405657 | Navara | 6 | Ft | Jason Ford | Doesn't win out of turn here & midfield finishes his lot at the moment. Odds. |
| 7 |  | 644528 | Penelope Hall | 7 | Ft | John Versteeg | Reliable mare & can usually land no worse than midfield. First4 fringes. |
| 8 |  | 100090 | Night Life | 8 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Struggling to trot the trip in recent assignments. Prefer to take notes for now. |
| 9 |  | 624442 | Jordan Anne | 9 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | In solid form & often a good beginner. Yet to win here but can go close. |
| 10 |  | 91X001 | Randel Huston P | U1 | Ft | John Morrison | A nervy watch, but he kept it together for easy Oamaru win. Stick with him. |
| 11 |  | 0490XP | Downtown Orlando | U2 | Ft | Ray Jenkins | Gear issue at Timaru so starting from scratch again here. Juicy odds wanted. |
| 12 | | 305480 | Baffled | U3 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Took herself out of play at Methven. Patience is being tested. One more go. |
| 13 | | 449485 | KD Royalty | 1 | 10 | Kimberly Butt | Steady efforts recently without threatening a win. First4s with shortcuts. |
| 14 |  | 723537 | One El | 2 | 10 | Colin DeFilippi | Not bad last week & is back down in grade here. Can overcome 10m. Each way. |
| 15 |  | 9580X3 | Moses | 3 | 10 | Gerard O'Reilly | Nothing wrong with his fresh 3rd at Oamaru. Has upside. Not out of this. |
| 16 | | 25X101 | Lotus Franco | U1 | 10 | Gemma Thornley(J) | Returned in great form, bar a blip at Timaru. 10m not insurmountable. Threat. |
| Best Bets: Lotus Franco (16), One El (14), Randel Huston P (10), Jordan Anne (9) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Randel Huston P (2-04.9), One El (2-05.2), Navara (2-05.3) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 6
- Race Time:
SBSR WHITE STABLES 2YO MOBILE PACE
$13,425, NON-WINNERS 2YO, 1980m
For 2-year-old pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Sex (fillies drawn inside colts and geldings) using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | B B Crunch | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Held well to win 15 Jan qualifier in useful time. Has claims from the ace. | |
| 2 | | Ringleader | 2 | Ft | John Morrison | Hauled in late by #3 in his 15 Jan qualifier. May press forward early. Place. | |
| 3 |  | Burt | 3 | Ft | Ricky May | Run down #2 for useful 15 Jan qualifying win. Doesn't need to lead. Threat. | |
| 4 |  | Incentivise | 4 | Ft | Tim Williams | Caught late by #6 in 21 Jan qualifying trial. Better for this, but in the mix. | |
| 5 | | Nikolia Ray | 5 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Ran on late behind #3 & #2 in his qualifier. Wider draw. Trifectas prospect. | |
| 6 | | Showmethetanlines | 6 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Filled the hopples nicely for 21 Jan qualifying win. Will be running on late. | |
| Best Bets: Burt (3), B B Crunch (1), Showmethetanlines (6), Incentivise (4) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Showmethetanlines - 1st of 5, Chertsey, 21/01/25, 1700m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-05.0, 800m: 56.6, 400m: 26.8, Margins: head, 5 len, head. | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 7
- Race Time:
SBSR/DIAMOND CREEK FARM SUPPORTS NZ HARNESS RACING MOB TROT
$13,163, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER MOBILE, 1980m
For 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 32X | Pandemic | 1 | Ft | Bob Butt | Pulled away for comfy 15 Jan trial win. Better for autumn runs. Goes close. |
| 2 | | 27970P | Heartbreak Hotel | 2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Mobile a massive plus after forgettable Waterlea trip. Give another chance. |
| 3 | | 74P | Volstone | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Grabbed late by #2 at 23 Jan trials. Can trot but has tricks. Win or bust. |
| 4 |  | 0X4030 | Wee Westy | 4 | Ft | ||
| 5 |  | 040999 | She's Got Sass | 5 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Yet to trouble the placings in 15 starts. Well beaten in last two starts. Odds. |
| 6 |  | 080867 | Playoffs | U1 | Ft | Chris McDowell | Struggling to put in a clean performance in 8 career starts. Look to others. |
| Best Bets: Pandemic (1), Heartbreak Hotel (2), Volstone (3), She's Got Sass (5) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Pandemic - 1st of 2, N Cnty TOA, 15/01/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-35.2, 800m: 59.9, 400m: 30.0, Margins: 5 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Heartbreak Hotel (2): HH-On, Volstone (3): P-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 8
- Race Time:
SBSR BEAUDIENE BREEDING HANDICAP TROT
$20,350, R53 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R53 & faster trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 999110 | MM Sunshine | 1 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Had excuses on day 2 at Waterlea. Impressive prior. Combos from front line. |
| 2 |  | 106163 | Sunny Louis | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Gritty 3rd in intermediate grade last week. Will relish some cover. Each way. |
| 3 |  | 471216 | Holly Highlander | 3 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Had her chance here last week. Should settle handy again though. Multiples. |
| 4 |  | 096511 | Vertigo | 4 | Ft | Lawrence McCormick | Loves to sit and pounce & got that last week. Should be running on again. |
| 5 |  | 203811 | Almighty | 5 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Showed no fears of new grade with 17 Jan win. Has a bit to her. Cheeky hope. |
| 6 | | 556505 | Cormoran Strike | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Got formline partially sorted with 19 Jan 5th. Midfield finish likely again. |
| 7 |  | 513331 | Bullit Train | 7 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Shrugged off flat tyre for 19 Jan win. In outstanding form. Can maintain that. |
| 8 |  | 466X69 | Roydon Muscle | 8 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Good trial win off 30m 21 Jan. May not have copped Reefton track. Upset. |
| 9 | | 169824 | Royal Del | 9 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Doing his best work late here last week. Six-time winner here. Worth considering |
| 10 | | 834401 | Paris Prince | 10 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Impressive at Methven but moves up in grade today. Can fill a Top3/4 spot. |
| 11 | | 0P0971 | Who's Queen | U1 | Ft | ||
| 12 |  | 372122 | Regal Sierra | U1 | 10 | John Dunn | Doing little wrong recently. Drops back 10m but should give this a shake. |
| 13 |  | 061512 | Sheza Gift | U1 | 20 | Ricky May | Very smart on her day & she's having some good days recently. Each way. |
| 14 | | 002080 | Jimmy Carter | U2 | 20 | John Morrison | Too tough after early check at Riverton. Decent confidence boost needed. |
| Best Bets: Regal Sierra (12), Sheza Gift (13), Bullit Train (7), Vertigo (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Jimmy Carter (2-01.6), Roydon Muscle (2-03.2), Royal Del (2-03.9) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Roydon Muscle - 1st of 4, Chertsey, 21/01/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-14.8, 800m: 57.3, 400m: 27.9, Margins: 1 len, 3 len, 5 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Roydon Muscle (8): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 9
- Race Time:
SBSR SHARD FARM MOBILE PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R39 TO R46, 1980m
For R39 to R46 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 084361 | Betterwithbling | 1 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Brave win from wide draw at Methven. Up in grade, but place hope from the ace. |
| 2 | | 323037 | Topaz | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Honest attempt at Methven & may find this field more suitable. Adds to puzzle. |
| 3 |  | 315795 | My Ten Guitars | 3 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Didn't flinch after sitting parked at Oamaru. Draws in closer. Combos claims. |
| 4 | | 218263 | Bondi Lustre | 4 | Ft | Tim Williams | Gritty efforts on both days at Richmond. Course and distance suits. Consider. |
| 5 |  | 534124 | Patiro | 5 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Caught the eye at Waterlea. Big upgrade in draw too. Look for him late again. |
| 6 | | 362412 | Kairaki Delight | 6 | Ft | John Dunn | Backed up Ashburton win with solid chase last week. Stick with him in this. |
| 7 |  | 51X600 | Renaldo | 7 | Ft | ||
| 8 | | 514P14 | Didjaseemiki | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Started to put it together & good from wide draw here last week. Combos spice. |
| 9 | | 110706 | The Bettor Major | 9 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Well back after slow start at Oamaru. Tough assignment from wide draw. |
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| 10 |  | 218062 | Major Henry | 10 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Gave a sight in front here 17 Dec. Placed before after short breaks. Repeat? |
| 11 |  | 641446 | Sophia Bromac | U1 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Running on as always in her Waterlea outings. An absolute must for multiples. |
| Best Bets: Kairaki Delight (6), Patiro (5), Bondi Lustre (4), Topaz (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Kairaki Delight (1-54.8), Bondi Lustre (1-54.9), Didjaseemiki (1-56.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Bondi Lustre (4): BL-On, The Bettor Major (9): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 10
- Race Time:
SBSR MACANDREW FARM / KIRSTIN GREEN-DALY MOBILE PACE
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1980m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 0 | Kairaki Vegas | 1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Still learning, judging by greenness on debut. Same draw. Place preferred. |
| 2 | | 57540X | Moenui Miss | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Midfield her lot in three trials ahead of resuming. Seeking improvement. |
| 3 |  | Ready To Dream | 3 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Chased well in quick time in 15 Jan qualifier. Stable is on fire. Goes close. | |
| 4 | | 7X344 | Miki Skipper | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Little peace in front on day 2 at Waterlea. Brave performer. Has claims. |
| 5 |  | 89 | Two Jules | 5 | Ft | Robert Anderson | Didn't have all luck at Ashburton but still figuring it out. Needs shortcuts. |
| 6 | | Crunch Time | 6 | Ft | Bob Butt | Looked sharp this time in, holding off #3 at the trials. Sure to be a contender. | |
| 7 |  | 874P | Loveyourmother | 7 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Omakau 4th had merit but tough watch at Roxburgh. First4s fringes. |
| 8 |  | 243428 | Lochdarragh | 8 | Ft | ||
| 9 | | 65X8X7 | Daisy Diana | U1 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | A touch one-paced when resuming at Oamaru. Tough ask from this alley. |
| Best Bets: Crunch Time (6), Ready To Dream (3), Miki Skipper (4), Kairaki Vegas (1) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Crunch Time - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 15/01/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-26.7, 800m: 55.5, 400m: 27.9, Margins: 3/4len, 2 len, 18 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Miki Skipper (4): P-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 11
- Race Time:
SBSR PRICE BLOODSTOCK MOBILE PACE
$18,500, 3YO & OLDER R47 TO R54, 1980m
For R47 to R54 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | X14684 | Taumutu Lad | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Had to wait for his shot last week. More options from this draw. Keep safe. |
| 2 |  | 21577X | Five Crowns | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Sharp trial win since last featuring here in October. Will be ready to roll. |
| 3 |  | 213597 | Fredastaire | 3 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Not all went his way at Waterlea but couldn't lift late. Rough odds here. |
| 4 | | 681112 | Bettor Be Sharp | 4 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Chased gamely in similar company last week. Very reliable. Place must. |
| 5 |  | 316197 | Blue Rock Dancer | 5 | Ft | Henry Sail(J) | OK efforts at Waterlea. Mobile record isn't too convincing. Trifectas/First4s. |
| 6 | | 160642 | Franco Hoffman | 6 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Improved well through the Coast circuit. Knows his way around here. Upset. |
| 7 |  | 05332X | Peraki Seelster | 7 | Ft | Ricky May | 60% place starts when resuming after a break. Not seen since June. Smokey. |
| 8 | | 060233 | Dave Duley | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Can't knock his last three starts & doesn't mind doing some work. Keep onside. |
| 9 | | 932723 | Mouton Cadet | 9 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Has plenty of speed to call on. May settle back but can dash home late. |
| Best Bets: Five Crowns (2), Dave Duley (8), Taumutu Lad (1), Bettor Be Sharp (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Franco Hoffman (1-57.2), Dave Duley (1-57.3), Bettor Be Sharp (1-58.4) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Five Crowns - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 23/01/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-26.7, 800m: 57.3, 400m: 28.7, Margins: 2 len, deadheat, 3/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Dave Duley (8): SL-Off, BL-On, Peraki Seelster (7): SL-Off Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
Almighty - Race 8
Amaretto Franco - Race 4
Archer - Race 2
Baffled - Race 5
B B Crunch - Race 6
Betterthancash - Race 4
Bettor Be Sharp - Race 11
Beverley Courtney - Race 2
Black Mach - Race 4
Blue Rock Dancer - Race 11
Bondi Lustre - Race 9
Bullit Train - Race 8
Burt - Race 6
Cardi B - Race 1
Cormoran Strike - Race 8
Courage Reactor - Race 3
Crunch Time - Race 10
Daisy Diana - Race 10
Dancing Desire - Race 1
Dave Duley - Race 11
Didjaseemiki - Race 9
Downtown Orlando - Race 5
Ellie Franco - Race 1
Evangalist - Race 1
Fergalicious - Race 3
Five Crowns - Race 11
Five Monkeys - Race 5
Follow Your Dream - Race 1
Franco Hoffman - Race 11
Fredastaire - Race 11
Gamely - Race 2
Girlshavtime - Race 3
Ha'penny - Race 1
Heartbreak Hotel - Race 7
Holly Highlander - Race 8
Imperial Laz - Race 2
Incentivise - Race 6
Interrorgator - Race 2
Jimmy Carter - Race 8
Jordan Anne - Race 5
Judy J - Race 5
Kairaki Delight - Race 9
Kairaki Vegas - Race 10
Katherine - Race 1
KD Royalty - Race 5
King Arthur - Race 3
Lochdarragh - Race 10
Lord Mudrick - Race 3
Lotus Franco - Race 5
Loveyourmother - Race 10
Major Henry - Race 9
Maxi Jazz - Race 2
Miki Skipper - Race 10
Millwood Goddess - Race 3
Milou - Race 1
Miss Gracie - Race 5
MM Sunshine - Race 8
Moenui Miss - Race 10
Moses - Race 5
Mouton Cadet - Race 11
My Ten Guitars - Race 9
Navara - Race 5
Next Level - Race 4
Night Life - Race 5
Nikolia Ray - Race 6
Oakley Shard - Race 3
One El - Race 5
Oneloveonelife - Race 3
Pandemic - Race 7
Paris Prince - Race 8
Patiro - Race 9
Penelope Hall - Race 5
Peraki Seelster - Race 11
Playoffs - Race 7
Randel Huston P - Race 5
Ready To Dream - Race 10
Regal Sierra - Race 8
Renaldo - Race 9
Ringleader - Race 6
Royal Belle - Race 2
Royal Del - Race 8
Royal Grace - Race 5
Roydon Muscle - Race 8
Sans Repos - Race 2
Shepherds Delight - Race 4
She's Got Sass - Race 7
Sheza Gift - Race 8
Showmethetanlines - Race 6
Sky Rocket - Race 4
Smooth Scoob - Race 2
Social Distancing - Race 3
Sofia Rose - Race 3
Song Sung Blue - Race 4
Sophia Bromac - Race 9
Spirited Lou - Race 3
Spiritual Bliss - Race 3
Sunny Louis - Race 8
Taumutu Lad - Race 11
The Bettor Major - Race 9
T K Megastar - Race 5
Tokyo Rose - Race 1
Touch N Go - Race 3
Troubleshooter - Race 2
Two Jules - Race 10
Vertigo - Race 8
Volstone - Race 7
Wee Westy - Race 7
Whosdreamingnow - Race 3
Who's Queen - Race 8