Westport Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 6 March
- Race Number:
- Race 1
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STU BAILEY MEMORIAL (SPONSORED BY MARK JONES) HCP TROT
$11,500, UP TO R36 WITH COND. SPECIAL HANDICAP, 2600m
Front: 3 yrs & older trotters with no wins for lifetime. 30m: R35 to R36 horses with 1 win for lifetime with unplaced(6th or lower) in the last 4 starts.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 5X2 | Learning To Fly | 1 | Ft | Robbie Close | Bold 2nd when resuming 19 Feb. First go from stand start, but obvious threat. |
| 2 |  | 49256 | Mithali | 2 | Ft | John Morrison | Honest attempts on grass circuit & Oamaru 2nd showed ability. Has claims. |
| 3 |  | 5X | Wot Up Tyron | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Battled in sole 2YO start. 11 Feb trial was good, but broke 20 Feb. Market watch |
| 4 |  | X70680 | Didn't Di | 4 | Ft | Tayla Duley(J) | Comfortably contained in Southland maidens. Handy 24 Feb trial win. Place. |
| 5 |  | Robbie K | 5 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Behaved in 26 Feb trial to get his ticket. Breeding gets a tick. Keep safe. | |
| 6 | | Kawatiri Trev | 6 | Ft | Stacy Whatuira | Won both his trials & done it in style. Trainer loves the Coast circuit. Danger. | |
| 7 |  | 00060 | Imperial Knight | U1 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Beaten by big margins in all 5 career starts. Can't recommend for now. |
| 8 |  | 776698 | Big Al | 1 | 30 | Steve Clarke | Feeling the pinch by the turn at Addington 25 Feb. Lean returns here. First4s. |
| 9 |  | 610660 | Onnahill | 2 | 30 | Peter Davis | Won her maiden here by finding the lead. Harder to do off 30m. Trifectas. |
| Best Bets: Kawatiri Trev (6), Learning To Fly (1), Mithali (2), Robbie K (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Big Al (2-15.2), Onnahill (2-17.6) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Didn't Di - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 24/02/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-32.9, 800m: 59.4, 400m: 29.4, Margins: 1 1/4len, 20 len, 33 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Didn't Di (4): NW-Off, BL-Off, RD-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 2
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QUAY MARINE - MANY THANKS LORRAINE SCANLON PACE
$11,500, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2000m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 074860 | Whatsupman | 1 | Ft | Robbie Close | Lacked another gear at Rangiora. Still seeking first career placing. First4s. |
| 2 |  | 650000 | Willow Valley | 2 | Ft | Kendra Gill | Sole placing came here in Dec 2024. Manners a big query early on. Passing. |
| 3 | | 352983 | Ultimatum | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Brings more capability than some to this, even after 23 starts. Worth a look. |
| 4 |  | 035965 | Itz All Over Rover | 4 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Honest efforts without savaging the line recently. Even bunch though. Combos. |
| 5 |  | 432448 | Major Li | 5 | Ft | Blair Orange | Had excuses last week & gave a sight in front at Ashburton. A leading prospect. |
| 6 |  | X44404 | Willy Away | 6 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Less than 3L away when working hard 25 Feb. More reliable than some. Place. |
| 7 |  | 088507 | The Town Of Light | 7 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Ok at Addington 25 Feb & Oamaru 5th offered some hope. Top 4 option. |
| 8 |  | 8P7999 | Yogi's Colada | U1 | Ft | ||
| 9 |  | 70 | Pick It Up | U2 | Ft | John Morrison | Moves to unruly after botching start 15 Feb. Distant 2nd 26 Feb trials. Odds. |
| Best Bets: Major Li (5), Ultimatum (3), Willy Away (6), Itz All Over Rover (4) | |||||||
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- Race 3
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NORTHWEST LIVESTOCK MOBILE PACE
$11,500, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R39, R40 WITH COND., 2600m
For R35 to R39 3yo-&-older pacers. Also R40 horses with 1 win for lifetime.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 060100 | Breeny's Conqueror | 1 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Better at Motukarara after plain Methven effort. Draw an assist. Combos spice. |
| 2 |  | 335207 | Evidently | 2 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Possesses a 50% place record here. Tough run at Rangiora. Not out of this. |
| 3 |  | 80008P | Sargent Henry | 3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Found it difficult since he won his maiden here 28 Dec. Could surprise though. |
| 4 |  | 92800X | Bromac Times | 4 | Ft | John Morrison | Manners dropped away last campaign. Gate speed 30 Aug workouts. Odds. |
| 5 | | 007570 | Judgement Bay | 5 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Winner of 8 but form is well down at the moment. Placed in only go here. Repeat? |
| 6 | | 163440 | Amici | 6 | Ft | John Dunn | Not at her sharpest at Rangiora, but has looked good otherwise. Stick with her. |
| 7 |  | 020950 | Chal Vee Power | 7 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Couldn't kick on at Motukarara. Better with some cover. First4s from wide draw. |
| 8 |  | P07299 | Franco Tim | 8 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | On course debut, but has an affinity for the grass. No luck 25 Feb. In the mix. |
| 9 |  | 51 | Unico Realta | 9 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Gate speed helped him clear maidens on Sunday. Steps up, but don't ignore. |
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| 10 |  | 329160 | Carrera Kahu | 10 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Nabbed two placings here before. 3rd in sole trial since January. Roughie. |
| 11 |  | 702199 | Hez A Loch | U1 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | One-paced in his two runs since clearing maidens. Tricky draw. Top 3/4. |
| 12 |  | 822065 | A Better Jackalack | U2 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Swooped but couldn't hold his speed 25 Feb. Likes the grass. Each way claims. |
| Best Bets: Amici (6), A Better Jackalack (12), Franco Tim (8), Evidently (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Judgement Bay (2-01.6), Chal Vee Power (2-02.4), Franco Tim (2-06.3) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Bromac Times (4): BL-Off, Chal Vee Power (7): BL-Off, SL-On, Sargent Henry (3): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 4
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TRT BUILDERS (TEAM TEAL) TROT
$11,500, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R38 INV.DRV, 2600m
For R35 to R38 4yo-&-older trotters. This race is for Invited Women Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 022058 | Joany Baby | 1 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Not the worst 8th last Sunday. Goes well when saved for one run. Has claims. |
| 2 | | 743920 | Top Of The Hill | 2 | Ft | ||
| 3 | | 708797 | Solemn Son | 3 | Ft | Tayla Duley(J) | Not threatening the placings recently. Placed twice here. Repeat would surprise. |
| 4 | | 063080 | Prince Teka | 4 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Old campaigner who is a 4-time winner here. Just needs to keep trucking in front |
| 5 |  | 433198 | Maroubra | 5 | Ft | Amanda Tomlinson | Made errors from the stand in both starts since maiden win. Capable but risky. |
| 6 |  | 212860 | Signal Hill | 6 | Ft | Kerryn Tomlinson | Fair over the summer, but may find this grade more suitable. Worth a look. |
| 7 | | 698605 | Diedre Franco | 7 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Past winner here, but recent efforts haven't inspired. Take on trust today. |
| 8 |  | 713094 | Sheila Laxon | 8 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Still finding her way on the grass, but last two runs were sharp. Each way hope. |
| 9 | | 002024 | Moa Mojito | 9 | Ft | Stacy Whatuira | Never gave up after tough trip at Ashburton. Can offer cheek with right run. |
| 10 | | 096030 | Switch On | U1 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Manners a letdown at Rangiora. Good when he trots the trip but want right price. |
| 11 | | 333106 | Morrie Afton | U2 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Locked wheels late in Harness 5000. All eyes on him at the start. Rough claims. |
| 12 | | 170260 | Zhutee | U3 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Got checked at Rangiora, so forgive. Ashburton 6th a better guide. Consider. |
| Best Bets: Sheila Laxon (8), Signal Hill (6), Joany Baby (1), Zhutee (12) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Prince Teka (2-04.8), Sheila Laxon (2-05.4), Diedre Franco (2-06.7) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Morrie Afton (11): BL-Off, Solemn Son (3): P-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 5
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CRITERION HOTEL MOBILE PACE
$11,500, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2600m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 586236 | Easy Art | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Thereabouts in starts all over the South Island. Draw gives him a genuine hope. |
| 2 |  | 206900 | Special Edition | 2 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Form largely plain since her 2nd at Reefton. Requires better to feature. |
| 3 |  | 565037 | Unico Tessa | 3 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Not bad at Motukarara & only hauled in late at Methven. Adds to the puzzle. |
| 4 |  | 46 | Major Miss | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Improved at trials since brief but steady January runs. Stable change. Smokey. |
| 5 | | 053509 | The Gangster | 5 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Found form on Xmas Coast circuit, but freshened since battling at Nelson. Odds. |
| 6 |  | 264533 | Dancing N Heaven | 6 | Ft | John Morrison | Chased hard behind runaway winner 27 Feb. Definite drop in rivals. Key threat. |
| 7 |  | 860808 | Taika | 7 | Ft | Gary Shand | Struggled in two 2026 starts & draw does him no favours either. On the bench. |
| 8 |  | 585642 | Girl's Night Out | 8 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Gave a sight on day 2 at Cromwell. Has gate speed on occasion. Trifectas. |
| 9 | | 500065 | Ifyoucouldcwhatic | U1 | Ft | Peter Davis | Worked hard at Addington 30 Jan. Slight freshen up since. May need this. |
| 10 |  | 500539 | Resurgamus | U2 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Warmed up late 26 Feb trials. Reefton visit didn't pay off. Could offer cheek. |
| Best Bets: Dancing N Heaven (6), Easy Art (1), Unico Tessa (3), Resurgamus (10) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Major Miss (4): SL-Off, ACD-Off, Resurgamus (10): RD-Off, FD-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 6
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SAM KYDD MEMORIAL JENNIAN HOMES (TEAM TEAL) MOBILE PACE
$11,500, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R39 INV.DRV, 2600m
For R35 to R39 4yo-&-older pacers. This race is for Invited Women Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 528586 | Troubleshooter | 1 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Relished the inside draw at Motukarara. Gets similar set-up here. Has claims. |
| 2 |  | 608655 | Fox Terror | 2 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Had an excuse of sorts at Rangiora. Cheeky 5th at Addington prior. Don't ignore. |
| 3 | | 563813 | Normie Stead | 3 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Backed up Motukarara win with gritty 3rd last time. Enjoys the grass. Danger. |
| 4 |  | 478466 | Anytime At All | 4 | Ft | Amanda Tomlinson | Battling efforts since handy 4th on Waitangi Day. First look here. First4s. |
| 5 | | X43653 | Prosperity | 5 | Ft | Kerryn Tomlinson | Gaps only came late at Rangiora & brings stronger form to this than most. EW. |
| 6 |  | 663238 | Art Jordan | 6 | Ft | Tayla Duley(J) | On his Coast debut after showing some form over summer. Awkward draw. Place. |
| 7 | | 462524 | Times Like These | 7 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Not far off them recently from tricky draws. Same has unfolded here. Trifectas. |
| 8 | | 006537 | Logan Rock | 8 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Never really emerged from quiet trip on day 2 at Cromwell. Seeking shortcuts. |
| 9 | | 439029 | Apatchofgold | 9 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Two-time winner here, including on Boxing Day 2025. May be running on late. |
| Best Bets: Normie Stead (3), Prosperity (5), Troubleshooter (1), Fox Terror (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Apatchofgold (2-03.0), Troubleshooter (2-03.5), Normie Stead (2-04.6) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
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- Race 7
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HAZLET INSURANCE (TEAM TEAL) HANDICAP TROT
$11,500, 4YO & OLDER R39 TO R45 SPECHCP INV.DRV, 2600m
For R39 to R45 4yo-&-older trotters. Front: R39 to R40. 10m: R41 to R45. This race is for Invited Women Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | X648X0 | Monsignor | 1 | Ft | Tayla Duley(J) | Did his chips early at Rangiora in first run in a year. Likely to need this too. |
| 2 | | 115204 | Jasprit Trouble | 2 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Zipped home at Motukarara & should find this no harder. Right in the fight. |
| 3 | | 251230 | Highly Rated | U1 | Ft | Kerryn Tomlinson | First average run in a while 15 Feb. Placed here on Boxing Day. Don't drop yet. |
| 4 | | 210266 | Tribbiani | 1 | 10 | Samantha Ottley | Manners let him down as favourite 19 Feb. Won on grass in October. Bright hope. |
| 5 | | 662636 | Aveross Majesty | 2 | 10 | Mia Holbrough(J) | Grass track specialist making his course debut. Gets in here OK. Place claims. |
| 6 |  | 031675 | Son E | 3 | 10 | Sarah O'Reilly | Bested after brief fight at Rangiora. Winner here 28 Dec. Add to trifecta bets. |
| 7 | | 2120X3 | Luvavici | 4 | 10 | Stacy Whatuira | On grass debut after looking sharp 22 Feb in first run since 2024. A key hope. |
| 8 | | 555115 | Buffy Northstains | 5 | 10 | Sheree Tomlinson | Well-travelled mare who has been in lovely touch. 10m no concern. In the mix. |
| 9 |  | 126X1 | Kashanova | 6 | 10 | Gemma Thornley(J) | Very impressive at Ashburton. Clearly has talent. Grass debut but can win. |
| 10 | | 8X6407 | Valyrian | 7 | 10 | Olivia Thornley | Real mixed bag in four starts back. Others bring strong claims to this. First4s. |
| 11 | | 019201 | Cappaha | 8 | 10 | Amanda Tomlinson | Penny seems to have dropped after 60 starts. Awkward set-up here. Roughie. |
| Best Bets: Luvavici (7), Kashanova (9), Tribbiani (4), Jasprit Trouble (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Aveross Majesty (2-04.7), Buffy Northstains (2-05.2), Luvavici (2-05.9) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
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- Race 8
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BULLER CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS KAWATIRI CUP (HCP PACE)
$20,000, R46 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2600m
For R46 & faster pacers. This race is included in the COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 047402 | Mystery Beach | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Improved his grass stats with Rangiora 2nd. Up in class today. Combos claims. |
| 2 |  | 237585 | Teds Legacy | 2 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Consistent Country Cups operator. Placed 3 of 4 here. Can give this a shake. |
| 3 | | 701114 | Bruntwood Brigade | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Lost no fans with Rangiora 4th after string of summer wins. Stick with him. |
| 4 | | 124338 | The Coalman | 4 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | On course debut but shown no fear of grass tracks. Adds to puzzle off the front. |
| 5 | | 622053 | Flying Bird | 5 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Won in R41-50 grade here on Boxing Day. Bold Ashburton 3rd. In the mix. |
| 6 |  | 455458 | Still Rockin | U1 | Ft | Ricky Gutsell | Midfield efforts prior to forgettable trip to Cromwell. Give another chance. |
| 7 | | 005584 | Shepherds Delight | 1 | 10 | John Morrison | Hasn't won in a year but didn't give up at Winton last time. Add to combos. |
| 8 | | 6321X1 | Spirit Downunder | 2 | 10 | Olivia Thornley | Progressive 4YO on grass and stand start debut. Danger with a clean getaway. |
| 9 |  | P33083 | Tabasco | 3 | 10 | Kerryn Tomlinson | Didn't give up after leading at Cromwell. Yet to win from a stand though. Upset. |
| 10 | | 164395 | Hacksaw Ridge | 1 | 20 | Robbie Holmes | Returns after winning the Westport Cup in December. Fair at Cromwell. Threat. |
| 11 | | 260101 | Misty Blue | U1 | 30 | Sheree Tomlinson | One of the finds of the summer. 30m a test, but capable of looming late again. |
| 12 | | 773119 | American Me | 1 | 45 | Sarah O'Reilly | Group 1 winner who was a nice Taupo grass winner. 45m is tricky. Combos. |
| Best Bets: Spirit Downunder (8), Hacksaw Ridge (10), Misty Blue (11), Bruntwood Brigade (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: American Me (1-58.6), Mystery Beach (1-59.8), Hacksaw Ridge (2-01.1) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Mystery Beach (1): BL-On, Spirit Downunder (8): SL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 9
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HUNTSMAN OPTIC (TREVOR CRADDOCK MEMORIAL SERIES) HCP TROT
$17,500, R46 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2600m
For R46 & faster trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 011090 | Dark Ghana | 1 | Ft | John Morrison | Form has dipped but Waterlea wins showed his talents. Don't dismiss yet. |
| 2 | | 132354 | One Over Da Line | 2 | Ft | John Dunn | Making his grass debut, but doing everything right currently. Worth a good look. |
| 3 | | 650331 | Illegal Alien | 3 | Ft | Gemma Thornley(J) | Stylish win in R38-60 grade at Rangiora. Won at this meeting last year. Place. |
| 4 | | 655517 | Tu Tangata | 4 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Got back & stayed back 27 Feb after overdue win 19 Feb. Fair stats here. Combos. |
| 5 |  | 088767 | Knowing Me | U1 | Ft | Peter Davis | Yet to fire in 5 starts here & made plenty of mistakes recently. Hard to have. |
| 6 |  | 540554 | Rachmaninov | U1 | 10 | Robbie Close | Wily 11YO who continues to put in solid shifts. Don't disregard off 10m here. |
| 7 |  | 158074 | Premium Player | 1 | 20 | Gavin Smith | Not bad at Addington last time & has a stunning record here. Keep onside again. |
| 8 | | 150771 | Franco Josiah | U1 | 30 | Blair Orange | Used front line draw to lead & win at 27 Feb. 30m no help here. Top 3/4 option. |
| Best Bets: One Over Da Line (2), Premium Player (7), Rachmaninov (6), Illegal Alien (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Franco Josiah (1-59.9), Tu Tangata (2-04.3), Illegal Alien (2-04.9) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Knowing Me (5): HH-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 10
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WESTPORT NEW WORLD HANDICAP PACE
$11,500, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R45 SPECIAL, 2600m
For R35 to R45 pacers. Front: R35 to R40. 10m: R41 to R45.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 221223 | Foliejon Star | 1 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Early mistake on Sunday but kept on fighting. Just needs to step to play a part. |
| 2 | | 71 | Mattie Nevin | 2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Loomed large for Boxing Day win here. Freshened but can be running on again. |
| 3 |  | X50986 | Red Wine Kisses | 3 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Returns to a favourite track. Good 2nd to smart pacer 24 Feb trials. Upset. |
| 4 | | 269353 | Country Gold | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Tried hard as favourite 25 Feb. Having his first look here. Adds to puzzle. |
| 5 | | 004000 | Artmore | 5 | Ft | Gary Shand | Error at Motukarara & generally struggling since Methven 4th. Not fancied. |
| 6 | | 597146 | Franco Humbie | U1 | Ft | John Morrison | Not bad at all since Methven win. Yet to place from a stand though. First4s. |
| 7 | | 373573 | Always Bee Gee | U2 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Sharp 3rd last time out but lean returns in 3 starts here. Place with his best. |
| 8 | | 110800 | Hope For Love | 1 | 10 | Amanda Tomlinson | Failed to fire in 4 starts since Waterlea success. Has placed here. Rough odds. |
| 9 |  | 697014 | Doctor Tim | 2 | 10 | Wilson House(J) | Good efforts at Manawatu but doesn't win out of turn on the grass. Top 3/4. |
| 10 |  | 416070 | Goodoldayz | 3 | 10 | Robbie Holmes | Error made it too hard on Sunday. 10m is no help either. Needs to lift. |
| 11 | | 738632 | Style Council | U1 | 10 | Kyle Cameron | Just missed out at Addington in similar grade. Goes well here. Not the worst. |
| Best Bets: Foliejon Star (1), Mattie Nevin (2), Style Council (11), Country Gold (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Style Council (2-01.1), Country Gold (2-02.3), Doctor Tim (2-04.4) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Hope For Love (8): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 11
- Race Time:
COSMOPOLITAN HOTEL MOBILE PACE
$11,500, R40 TO R49, 2600m
For R40 to R49 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating numbering sequentially from 1.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 041882 | Lorton Vale | 1 | Ft | Olivia Thornley | Rattled home out wide at Addington. Lean returns on grass. Combos from #1. |
| 2 | | 001990 | Hey Tonight | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | In-and-out formline and had every chance at Rangiora. Take on trust here. |
| 3 | | 021178 | Big Gee | 3 | Ft | ||
| 4 |  | 622331 | Amalfi | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Trial winner since leading, trailing and scoring at Methven. Can double up. |
| 5 |  | 088536 | Just Ask Paddy | 5 | Ft | Sam Thornley | May welcome return to grass racing. Good down in grades at Addington. Smokey. |
| 6 |  | 374367 | Destiny's Dream | 6 | Ft | John Morrison | Couldn't kick on at Addington. Waterlea runs had merit though. Not the worst. |
| 7 |  | X33788 | Stanley's Rule | 7 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Battled in two Richmond starts, but loves it here. Can feature despite draw. |
| 8 | | 123038 | Samvasa | 8 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Winner here over Xmas & Methven 3rd looked useful. Add to multiples. |
| 9 |  | 267732 | Evangalist | 9 | Ft | ||
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| 10 | | 524177 | Times Are A Changin | 10 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Found trouble at Rangiora. Draw leaves fate in others' hands. Trifecta spice. |
| 11 | | 686875 | Matai Harry | 11 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Won here on day 2 over Xmas. Will find this easier than Addington 5th. Upset. |
| 12 | | 358507 | Tempo Warrior | 12 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Slots into a suitable grade & won both his starts here. Keep safe despite draw. |
| Best Bets: Amalfi (4), Tempo Warrior (12), Stanley's Rule (7), Destiny's Dream (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Tempo Warrior (1-58.0), Destiny's Dream (1-59.1), Hey Tonight (2-00.5) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Amalfi - 1st of 3, Nelson OTB, 01/03/26, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-03.3, 800m: 59.0, 400m: 29.7, Margins: 1 len, 1 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Destiny's Dream (6): SL-Off, BL-On, Stanley's Rule (7): RD-On Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
A Better Jackalack - Race 3
Always Bee Gee - Race 10
Amalfi - Race 11
American Me - Race 8
Amici - Race 3
Anytime At All - Race 6
Apatchofgold - Race 6
Art Jordan - Race 6
Artmore - Race 10
Aveross Majesty - Race 7
Big Al - Race 1
Big Gee - Race 11
Breeny's Conqueror - Race 3
Bromac Times - Race 3
Bruntwood Brigade - Race 8
Buffy Northstains - Race 7
Cappaha - Race 7
Carrera Kahu - Race 3
Chal Vee Power - Race 3
Country Gold - Race 10
Dancing N Heaven - Race 5
Dark Ghana - Race 9
Destiny's Dream - Race 11
Didn't Di - Race 1
Diedre Franco - Race 4
Doctor Tim - Race 10
Easy Art - Race 5
Evangalist - Race 11
Evidently - Race 3
Flying Bird - Race 8
Foliejon Star - Race 10
Fox Terror - Race 6
Franco Humbie - Race 10
Franco Josiah - Race 9
Franco Tim - Race 3
Girl's Night Out - Race 5
Goodoldayz - Race 10
Hacksaw Ridge - Race 8
Hey Tonight - Race 11
Hez A Loch - Race 3
Highly Rated - Race 7
Hope For Love - Race 10
Ifyoucouldcwhatic - Race 5
Illegal Alien - Race 9
Imperial Knight - Race 1
Itz All Over Rover - Race 2
Jasprit Trouble - Race 7
Joany Baby - Race 4
Judgement Bay - Race 3
Just Ask Paddy - Race 11
Kashanova - Race 7
Kawatiri Trev - Race 1
Knowing Me - Race 9
Learning To Fly - Race 1
Logan Rock - Race 6
Lorton Vale - Race 11
Luvavici - Race 7
Major Li - Race 2
Major Miss - Race 5
Maroubra - Race 4
Matai Harry - Race 11
Mattie Nevin - Race 10
Misty Blue - Race 8
Mithali - Race 1
Moa Mojito - Race 4
Monsignor - Race 7
Morrie Afton - Race 4
Mystery Beach - Race 8
Normie Stead - Race 6
One Over Da Line - Race 9
Onnahill - Race 1
Pick It Up - Race 2
Premium Player - Race 9
Prince Teka - Race 4
Prosperity - Race 6
Rachmaninov - Race 9
Red Wine Kisses - Race 10
Resurgamus - Race 5
Robbie K - Race 1
Samvasa - Race 11
Sargent Henry - Race 3
Sheila Laxon - Race 4
Shepherds Delight - Race 8
Signal Hill - Race 4
Solemn Son - Race 4
Son E - Race 7
Special Edition - Race 5
Spirit Downunder - Race 8
Stanley's Rule - Race 11
Still Rockin - Race 8
Style Council - Race 10
Switch On - Race 4
Tabasco - Race 8
Taika - Race 5
Teds Legacy - Race 8
Tempo Warrior - Race 11
The Coalman - Race 8
The Gangster - Race 5
The Town Of Light - Race 2
Times Are A Changin - Race 11
Times Like These - Race 6
Top Of The Hill - Race 4
Tribbiani - Race 7
Troubleshooter - Race 6
Tu Tangata - Race 9
Ultimatum - Race 2
Unico Realta - Race 3
Unico Tessa - Race 5
Valyrian - Race 7
Whatsupman - Race 2
Willow Valley - Race 2
Willy Away - Race 2
Wot Up Tyron - Race 1
Yogi's Colada - Race 2
Zhutee - Race 4