Methven Trotting Club Inc
Sunday, 12 April
- Race Number:
- Race 1
- Race Time:
GARY MCCORMICK TRANSPORT LTD TROT
$12,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2400m
For 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 848745 | Which Way | 1 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Fought on well after working at Mot. Good Rang run prior and must be included. |
| 2 |  | 42523 | Lap It Up | 2 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Just deneid again mid-week. Continues to gather strong support. E/W all day. |
| 3 |  | 059030 | Imperial Knight | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Broke after leading out, Sun. Placing prior was strong and he can boost exotics. |
| 4 |  | 2333X0 | Johnny Trotter | 4 | Ft | Jacob Dunn(J) | Got it wrong in a fresh state at Mot with heavy support. Can bounce back today. |
| 5 |  | 769745 | Just Charlie | 5 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Just fair from cushy trips over the past month or so. Would need to find lengths |
| 6 |  | 0 | Majestic Flyer | 6 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Failed to begin on terms first-up 7 days ago. Consider for thin end of First 4s. |
| 7 |  | Razor Ray | 7 | Ft | Clint Ford | Debutant out of Ford/Tomlinson barn. W'out winner and trial placing. Keep safe. | |
| 8 |  | Over Da Moon | 8 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Mostly contained over several trials. Worth checking market moves on debut today | |
| 9 | | 470034 | Phantom Spur | 9 | Ft | Lionel Dobbs | Checked when battling away at Tim and sound enough at Oam prior but needs more. |
| 10 | | 00X701 | Terry Webster | U1 | Ft | ||
| 11 |  | 857X82 | Whatz The Luck | U2 | Ft | John Dunn | Run down after working to lead a week ago. Nice resumption run too. Throw in. |
| 12 | | 900808 | A Quiet Girl | U3 | Ft | Scott Iremonger(J) | Broke when challenging at Tim and trial winner since. Outside prospect today. |
| 13 |  | 8DFX24 | Georgia Trouble | U4 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Two strong runs to start new campaign. Could bomb them from a handy spot today. |
| Best Bets: Johnny Trotter (4), Lap It Up (2), Which Way (1), Whatz The Luck (11) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: A Quiet Girl - 1st of 3, N Cnty TOA, 07/04/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-38.3, 800m: 62.9, 400m: 32.3, Margins: 5 len, 12 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: A Quiet Girl (12): BL-Off, P-On, Johnny Trotter (4): HH-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 2
- Race Time:
MEMORY FUNERALS ASHBURTON MOBILE PACE
$12,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2300m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 24675 | Sweet Bree | 1 | Ft | Devon Dolan(J) | Solid in recent attempts and snares the ace today. Throw onto combination bets. |
| 2 |  | 433238 | Scotlynn Fortress | 2 | Ft | Robbie Close | Blotted form-line after getting too far back at Add, 13 Feb. Drawn to go close. |
| 3 |  | 693437 | Easy Art | 3 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Did work before getting attacked in front last week. Can return to form in this. |
| 4 |  | 4520 | There He Goes | 4 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Burned punters with a couple of mistakes at Mot. Trialed since; can't discount. |
| 5 |  | 34 | Selsey Mae | 5 | Ft | Ricky May | Ran on without threatening 2nd-up after promising debut. One of many hopes here. |
| 6 |  | Frugal | 6 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Safely held in trials/w'outs but Mum was a 9-race winner so don't treat lightly. | |
| 7 |  | 599808 | Connie Golightly | 7 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Pulled a flat tyre at Mot and understandbly weakened. Needs more on overall form |
| 8 |  | 6354 | Boy Racer | 8 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Found line with purpose, 4 Apr. Unplaced in only grass attempt but in the mix. |
| 9 |  | 97 | Cleanemup | 9 | Ft | Anj Mugford | Stable change since 2 recent unplaced runs. Happy to watch from wide marble. |
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| 10 |  | 460253 | Major Miss | 10 | Ft | John Dunn | Tidy Mot run after being run down at Meth. In good form but needs luck from draw |
| 11 |  | 97 | Ultimate Dreamer | 11 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Pass mark at Meth from wide gate. May get a run through and rough exotics hope. |
| 12 |  | 445035 | Adelphi Storm | 12 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Had his chance last week but solid all the same following useful Tim run. 1st 4s |
| 13 |  | 428440 | Harry's Girl | 13 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | No favours 2 runs back but plain a week later. Requires luck from her alley here |
| 14 | | Bigandquick | 14 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | On debut after mixed recent trials. Would need plenty of favours from this draw | |
| Best Bets: Scotlynn Fortress (2), There He Goes (4), Easy Art (3), Selsey Mae (5) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Cleanemup (9): RD-On, Sweet Bree (1): BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 3
- Race Time:
THE PHAT DUCK BREW BAR & KITCHEN PACE
$12,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2400m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 9924 | Quicker The Bettor | 1 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Tidy once the gap presented last week following gallant Tim 2nd. Value runner. |
| 2 |  | 07472 | Harry's Gold | 2 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Stuck on bravely behind a nice type at Mot. Closer alley here & he's a live hope |
| 3 | | 90 | Baby Come Back | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Not fluent in two career starts with little support. Taking notes again today. |
| 4 | | Hoppy's Smile | 4 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | 3rd in 28 Mar qualifier. Draw OK for debut so consider for thin end of 1st 4s. | |
| 5 |  | 007234 | Delightingold | 5 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Another solid performance at Mot, 6 Apr. Good beginner who can pay a divvy here. |
| 6 |  | 29P085 | Enoka | 6 | Ft | Robbie Close | Held up at Tim after a tough trip prior at HQ. Sure to have support again; cover |
| 7 |  | 9 | James Tom | 7 | Ft | Ricky May | Never emerged after getting back following a check at Mot. Happy watching today. |
| 8 | | Erin | 8 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Another stable debutant. No dash in recent trial after slow start. Risking here | |
| 9 | | 3 | Could Be Katy | 9 | Ft | Jacob Dunn(J) | Run down at Mot after being driven to the lead. Likely improver and hard to beat |
| 10 |  | 352X | Bettor Dreams | 10 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Freshened after strong 2nd here, 18 Dec. Midfieltrial, 24 Mar. Cover in exotics |
| 11 |  | 75 | Fei Long | 11 | Ft | ||
| 12 |  | 96P006 | Rockabilly Reign | 12 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Whacked away last week and still searching for first placing. Hard to recommend. |
| 13 |  | 00 | Borion | 13 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Had support in debut here, 22 Mar but early check derailed chances. Rough chance |
| 14 |  | 707688 | Pick It Up | U1 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Off her game at Tim & run prior on this track won't inspire punters' confidence. |
| 15 |  | 8086P0 | Taika | U2 | Ft | Gary Shand | Safely held in 22-start career and it looks an insurmoutable task from unruly. |
| Best Bets: Could Be Katy (9), Quicker The Bettor (1), Enoka (6), Delightingold (5) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Taika (15): P-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Rockabilly Reign to Kyle Cameron at Fernside | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 4
- Race Time:
DOUG MCCORMICK MEMORIAL (INVITED DRIVERS CHALLENGE) TROT
$11,000, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R38 INV.DRV, 2400m
For R35 to R38 4yo-&-older trotters. This race is for Invited Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race. These races are part of the Placemakers Ashburton - Matt Smith Construction Drivers' Challenge. For more information see Special Condition 7.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 864542 | Clovelly Hill | 1 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Tried hard at Tim and denied late. Gets another chance today with usual manners. |
| 2 | | 690030 | Morrie Afton | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Appeared to have more to give at Mot following bold Tim placing. Combos include. |
| 3 |  | 492050 | Buffy Northstains | 3 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Solid in latest attempts and has performed here in the past. Tris/First 4s cover |
| 4 |  | 070333 | Go Home Denise | 4 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Rattled home at Mot to make it three 3rds on the bounce. Seeking last say again. |
| 5 |  | 135200 | Prince Teka | 5 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Beaten a long way out at Add following rare mistake at Rang. First 4 fringes. |
| 6 |  | 5465X2 | Monarch Prince | 6 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Just denied resuming 7 days ago. Offers another strong hope to stable in this. |
| 7 |  | 009040 | Moa Mojito | 7 | Ft | Ricky May | Couldn't kick from the breeze at Tim. 4th prior had merit but does mix her form. |
| 8 | | 326039 | Joany Baby | 8 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Solid over Winton mile, 26 Mar before an error proved costly at Add. Rough hope. |
| 9 |  | 821806 | Maroubra | 9 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Did a good job at Rang after being blocked. Can give this a shake with safe gait |
| 10 | | 224465 | Jasprit Trouble | 10 | Ft | John Dunn | Luckless at Tim and Mot run was decent enough. Must be consider for exotics. |
| 11 | | 0X0670 | Ruthless Emma | 11 | Ft | Wilted after a tough trip at Mot after appear unlucky at Tim. Must escape ballot | |
| 12 |  | 49X907 | Isobel | U1 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Doing her best work late last week but requiring favours off the unruly again. |
| 13 |  | 930754 | Diamond Harbour | U2 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Fought well completing the First 4, 6 Apr. Can add value to combos with her best |
| Best Bets: Monarch Prince (6), Go Home Denise (4), Clovelly Hill (1), Morrie Afton (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Prince Teka (2-02.3), Buffy Northstains (2-03.8), Go Home Denise (2-06.3) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Isobel (12): HH-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 5
- Race Time:
MOUNT HUTT TROTTING CLUB (INVITED DRIVERS CHALLENGE) PACE
$11,000, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R40 INV.DRV, 2400m
For R35 to R40 4yo-&-older pacers. This race is for Invited Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race. This race are part of the Placemakers Ashburton - Matt Smith Construction Drivers' Challenge. For more information see Special Condition 7.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 034879 | Hi Hopes | 1 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Copped the breeze from middle of the gate at Mot. Sound efforts prior; include. |
| 2 |  | 454343 | Anytime At All | 2 | Ft | Bagged another minor with bold Mot run. Expected to go well again from draw; E/W | |
| 3 | | 291702 | Foliejon Star | 3 | Ft | Two misses since winning here, 22 Mar. Consider from draw if he finds a start. | |
| 4 | | 417307 | Didjashoutthebar | 4 | Ft | Poor at Add, 4 Apr but run prior on grass was good. Has won here but on ballot. | |
| 5 | | 642000 | Flyaway | 5 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Off her game at Mot of late and yet to win at this venue. Rough place hope today |
| 6 | | 004076 | Hope For Love | 6 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Only 3L from Rang winner at big odds, 25 Mar. Prior winner here and loves grass. |
| 7 | | 471404 | Carlin | 7 | Ft | John Dunn | Stuck well for his 4th last week and usually thereabouts. Chance with clean step |
| 8 | | 074416 | The Town Of Light | 8 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Nice effort up in grade following mid-week maiden win at start 25. Place value. |
| 9 | | 765107 | Hughes Two Me | 9 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Battled solidly after clearing pegs last week. Requires favours to feature today |
| 10 |  | 044346 | Blackjack | 10 | Ft | Usual honest effort on a dead track at Tim. Can get handy early; combos include. | |
| 11 | | 531020 | Country Gold | 11 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Devoid of luck at Add, 4 Apr after going close there prior. Always a place hope. |
| 12 | | 338786 | Art Jordan | 12 | Ft | Ricky May | Did well after blowing the score-up last week. Can improve course stats at odds. |
| 13 | | 153200 | Amici | 13 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Worked at Add and couldn't kick. Back to preferred surface and worth throwing in |
| 14 | | 213038 | Logan Rock | U1 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Solid but no threat last week. Consistent overall and rough place hope with luck |
| 15 | | 860803 | Georgie Zukov | U2 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Back in business with bold Tim placing. First 4 fringes if he can begin cleanly. |
| 16 | | 096051 | Penny Weight | U3 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Dominated once finding the front at Tim. Back to a stand today and needing luck. |
| 17 | | 146408 | Franco Humbie | U4 | Ft | ||
| Best Bets: Anytime At All (2), Hi Hopes (1), Country Gold (11), Blackjack (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Georgie Zukov (2-01.0), Carlin (2-03.7), Hi Hopes (2-05.7) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 6
- Race Time:
SHEARMAC ALUMINIUM LTD (INVITED DRIVERS CHALLENGE) TROT
$11,000, 4YO & OLDER R39 TO R41 SPECHCP INV.DRV, 2400m
For R39 to R41 4yo-&-older trotters. Front: R39 to R40. 10m: R41. This race is for Invited Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race. These races are part of the Placemakers Ashburton - Matt Smith Construction Drivers' Challenge. For more information see Special Condition 7.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 089631 | Huckleberry | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Potent once finding space last week. Up in grade but capable of a bold showing. |
| 2 | | 6X8092 | Aradne | 2 | Ft | Improved nicely to just miss mid-week. Must consider when building multiples. | |
| 3 | | 320790 | Aveross Majesty | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Couldn't stick over longer Add trip. Nice grass stats make him an outside hope. |
| 4 | | 728213 | Barrytown | 4 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Went close to making it back-to-back with game Add bid. Can secure 1st win here. |
| 5 | | 0X0670 | Ruthless Emma | 5 | Ft | Worked too hard last week but prior Tim run had merit. Place roughie if starting | |
| 6 | | 080X40 | What The Bell | 6 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Never close after an early check 7 days ago. Tidy resumption and in combos mix. |
| 7 | | 070P06 | Valyrian | 7 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Made ground late when last here with inspired support. Must be kept very safe. |
| 8 | | 409322 | Waihemo Hannah | 8 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Continues to race with real purpose and sure to be giving her all again. Quins. |
| 9 | | 600010 | Bonnie Bagrie | U1 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Lost her gait early at Ash after a strong win from the front at Add. Rough hope. |
| 10 | | 857166 | Kowhai Sunburst | U2 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Did a decent job last week after lacking zip over Ash sprint. Exotics prospect. |
| 11 | | 007521 | Switch On | U3 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Got the last say at Tim and seems to have worked things out. Can't be dismissed. |
| 12 | | 017605 | Cappaha | 1 | 10 | Samantha Ottley | Useful 2.5L 5th a week ago from the pegs. First 4 fringes off his handicap today |
| 13 | | 61X043 | Our Evie Rae | 2 | 10 | Zachary Butcher | Game placing 7 days ago backing up a late-closing 4th at Rang. In the picture. |
| 14 | | 506086 | Bullit Train | 3 | 10 | Ricky May | Pushed to the front last week but didn't quit when headed. Can boost multiples. |
| Best Bets: Barrytown (4), Valyrian (7), Waihemo Hannah (8), Switch On (11) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Aveross Majesty (2-02.8), Switch On (2-03.3), Aradne (2-03.6) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 7
- Race Time:
MAINLAND WOOL LTD (INVITED DRIVERS CHALLENGE) MOBILE PACE
$11,000, 4YO & OLDER R36 TO R42 INV.DRV, 2300m
For R36 to R42 4yo-&-older pacers. This race is for Invited Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race. These races are part of the Placemakers Ashburton - Matt Smith Construction Drivers' Challenge. For more information see Special Condition 7.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 98X242 | Rena | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Tried hard 27 Mar following eyecatcher 2 weeks earlier. Looks hard from the ace. |
| 2 | | 655789 | Classie Linc | 2 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | OK in recent assignments and does have form here. Place hope from friendly alley |
| 3 | | 830212 | Kotare Rata | 3 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Strong again, 1 Apr and lands a much better marble to work from today. Each way. |
| 4 | | 559055 | Farewell Spit | 4 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Tidy in lasteset grass track attempts and finds a closer alley today. Minors mix |
| 5 | | 098020 | Zoom X | 5 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Held up at Mot and never extended. Bold Tim run prior and can fill a drum today. |
| 6 | | 168764 | Not Over | 6 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Sound 4th at Tim after missing away. Thin record here but sure to be grinding on |
| 7 | | 698216 | Taumutu Lad | 7 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Luckless a week ago after showing real lick to score at Tim. Factor on all bets. |
| 8 | | 234521 | Girl's Night Out | 8 | Ft | Ricky May | Dealt to rivals for overdue win, 1 Apr. This harder and draw no help. First 4s. |
| 9 |  | 439893 | Hugo | 9 | Ft | Useful Add attempt, 4 Apr and worthy overall form. Respect if he finds a start. | |
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| 10 | | 0312X8 | Carrera Bandido | 10 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | No luck resuming here, 22 Mar. May get cosy trip and sure to carry good support. |
| 11 | | 453316 | Dancing N Heaven | 11 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Too game at Wpt and solid enough up in grade 2 days later. Has place prospects. |
| 12 | | 537228 | Woodlea Rocks | 12 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Did ok from 2nd row, 4 Apr. Gate speed negated by draw again and needing luck. |
| 13 | | 857904 | Mouton Cadet | 13 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Solid Mot 4th, 6 Apr. but looks up against it off a difficult marble today. |
| 14 | | 324654 | Normie Stead | 14 | Ft | Racing soundly and sure to get put in the race if he can find a way into field. | |
| Best Bets: Rena (1), Kotare Rata (3), Taumutu Lad (7), Carrera Bandido (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Woodlea Rocks (1-58.2), Zoom X (1-58.6), Mouton Cadet (1-59.7) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Dancing N Heaven (11): BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 8
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'THE BROWN PUB METHVEN' MOUNT HUTT TC CUP (HCP PACE)
$20,000, R50 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 3000m
For R50 & faster pacers. This race is included in the COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIP.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 226680 | Tanzania | 1 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Missed away when last here weakening course stats. Can feature with manners. |
| 2 | | 791500 | Times Are A Changin | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | OK at Mot after galloping at Add, 4 Apr. 7-time winner here and can't be ignored |
| 3 |  | 558465 | Shepherds Delight | 3 | Ft | Robbie Close | Solid attempts on the Coast circuit but still searching for grass placing. 1st4s |
| 4 |  | 671230 | Destiny's Dream | U1 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Well beaten over 2600m at Add recently but earns respect on prior grass form. |
| 5 | | 141011 | Bruntwood Brigade | 1 | 10 | John Dunn | Made it 4 from last 6 with gritty Add victory, 4 Apr. Big hope on course debut. |
| 6 | | 355X08 | Wild Willow | 2 | 10 | Ricky May | No joy in 2 runs back but does have a grass win on his resume. Multiples spice. |
| 7 |  | 442371 | Iron Brigade | 3 | 10 | Anthony Butt | Found the grass to his liking with emphatic win here, 22 Mar. Rates highly again |
| 8 | | 492031 | Kiss The Girls | U1 | 10 | Kimberly Butt | Overcame tardy beginning to score at Ash, 22 Feb. Place prospect in this line-up |
| 9 | | 190735 | American Me | 1 | 35 | Sarah O'Reilly | Has been battling solidly off handicaps of late and could snare a top4 spot here |
| Best Bets: Bruntwood Brigade (5), Iron Brigade (7), Kiss The Girls (8), American Me (9) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: American Me (1-59.4), Tanzania (2-04.7), Wild Willow (2-05.2) [races greater or equal 2800m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Tanzania (1): SL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 9
- Race Time:
SPEIGHT'S (INVITED DRIVERS CHALLENGE) MOBILE PACE
$11,000, 4YO & OLDER R43 TO R45 INV.DRV, 2300m
For R43 to R45 4yo-&-older pacers. This race is for Invited Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race. These races are part of the Placemakers Ashburton - Matt Smith Construction Drivers' Challenge. For more information see Special Condition 7.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 837110 | Summer Rose | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Took some heat in front attempting hat-trick, 15 Mar. Drawn to advantage; cover. |
| 2 | | 269384 | Topaz | 2 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Useful Mot run a week ago finding line well. Similar trip likely here; combos. |
| 3 | | 110X | Polly Grey | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Debut winner here back in Dec then too strong next-up. Danger in a fresh state. |
| 4 | | 247707 | Times Like These | 4 | Ft | Hasn't troubled his opposition in recent attempts. Stretched if he gains a start | |
| 5 | | 321809 | Mighty Flying Lou | 5 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Fair to middling since Motukarara win 29 Dec. Upset hope with the right trip. |
| 6 | | 402168 | Henry Winkler | 6 | Ft | Ricky May | Didn't shirk from the breeze last week. May need similar here; throw into 1st 4s |
| 7 | | 051400 | Goodoldayz | 7 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Never likely last week from 2nd row. Tricky alley to negotiate again here. Risk. |
| 8 | | 732947 | Evangalist | 8 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Just battled last week after finding a spot off 2nd row draw. Requiring favours. |
| 9 | | 712317 | Bettor Go Vinnie | 9 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | All-the-way winner at Rang but no dash up in grade, 4 Apr. Respect back on grass |
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| 10 | | 38219X | Molly Maeve Estelle | 10 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | On a new campaign and much to like about her 28 Mar trial. Chance if gaps appear |
| 11 | | 640755 | Better Be Quick | 11 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Racing well without reward and sure to have plenty of friends again. Must cover. |
| 12 | | 012120 | Typhoon Tere | 12 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Failed to fire at Add following strong run of grass-track form. Can bounce back. |
| 13 | | 543335 | Share A Dream | 13 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Luckless last week and sure to be rattling home again. One of many hopes in this |
| 14 | | 324654 | Normie Stead | 14 | Ft | On the ballot after compiling a consistent form-line. Rough place hope if starts | |
| Best Bets: Share A Dream (13), Polly Grey (3), Molly Maeve Estelle (10), Better Be Quick (11) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Evangalist (1-57.0), Topaz (1-58.5), Share A Dream (1-59.4) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Henry Winkler (6): RD-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 10
- Race Time:
OPUKE HOT POOLS (INVITED DRIVERS CHALLENGE) TROT
$11,000, 4YO & OLDER R42 TO R45 INV.DRV, 2400m
For R42 to R45 4yo-&-older trotters. This race is for Invited Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race. These races are part of the Placemakers Ashburton - Matt Smith Construction Drivers' Challenge. For more information see Special Condition 7.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 132X32 | Birdy | 1 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Improved a placing on her bold resumption and looks an obvious hope once again. |
| 2 | | 11 | Blue Collar | 2 | Ft | Crystal Hackett(J) | Remained unbeaten gripping on here, 22 Mar. Up in grade but hat-trick possible. |
| 3 | | 0044X9 | Four Wise Women | 3 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Got it wrong at Mot with support in a fresh state. Can fill a minor with A-game. |
| 4 | | 812313 | Didn't Di | 4 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Continues to impress and form-line speaks for itself. Hard to contain; top pick. |
| 5 | | 331770 | Illegal Alien | 5 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Just battling since recording her 4th success and requiring more to figure today |
| 6 | | 13041X | Axel Rose | 6 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Spelled after big effort to score at Wint back in Nov. Include in a fresh state. |
| 7 | | 808597 | MM Sunshine | 7 | Ft | John Dunn | Made ground when 3L from Mot winner, 6 Apr. Relying on others to make mistakes. |
| 8 | | 163610 | Sheza Trendy One | 8 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Denied space at Add following potent Meth victory. Can add spice to first 4s. |
| 9 | | 222119 | Holly Highlander | 9 | Ft | Ricky May | Lacked a kick at Add following brace of grass-track wins. In the minors mix here |
| 10 | | 127X00 | Oliver | 10 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Trotted rough after working hard last week. Happy taking notes in this line-up. |
| 11 | | 540051 | Kairaki Spur | 11 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Bagged his win late at Tim after a decent run prior here. Adds to the minors mix |
| 12 | | 112060 | Petite Trixton | 12 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Couldn't quicken at Add, 4 Apr. Has form on grass and can place with favours. |
| Best Bets: Didn't Di (4), Birdy (1), Blue Collar (2), Axel Rose (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Axel Rose (2-03.6), MM Sunshine (2-04.8), Four Wise Women (2-05.0) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Axel Rose (6): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 11
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MID CANTERBURY OTA CANTY PLAINS CHALLENGE (HT 2) MOB PACE
$10,000, 5YO & OLDER R35 MOBILE, 2300m
For R35 5yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Earnings in the last 4 starts numbering sequentially from 1. Full conditions of this series can be viewed online in the Racing Schedules & Conditions section of the HRNZ website.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 086607 | Breeny's Conqueror | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Sound Mot attempt after doing plenty of work at Tim. Draw assists gate speed. |
| 2 |  | 066689 | Sidorova | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Not a long way off rivals last week and another good alley to use. First 4 spice |
| 3 | | 000090 | Artmore | 3 | Ft | Gary Shand | Continues to struggle in her racese and despite a nice swing in draws looks held |
| 4 | | 170007 | Betterwithbling | 4 | Ft | Thomas Borcoskie(J) | Had his chance behind the speed a week ago and requiring more zip to feature. |
| 5 | | 756086 | Hes Santas Excuse | 5 | Ft | Robbie Close | Close up in 6th from nice spot last week. Needs to show more zip to place here. |
| 6 | | 158880 | Melton Enforcer | 6 | Ft | Scott Iremonger(J) | Battled closer a week ago from tricky alley. Not the worst but requiring favours |
| 7 | | 080009 | Franco Chaplin | 7 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Couldn't sprint at Tim after working early. Looks up against it again from draw. |
| 8 |  | 429570 | Evidently | 8 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Worked to make the front last week then attacked and handed up. Draw hurts. |
| 9 |  | 948005 | Motor Mouth | 9 | Ft | Alana Cameron(J) | Did well to close within 4L of Mot winner and sure to go forward. 1st4 fringes. |
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| 10 | | 875779 | Buddy Reign | 10 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Overall form just fair and drawn to need favours from #1. Hard to recommend. |
| 11 |  | 008962 | Putere Boy | 11 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Best of a beaten bunch at Inv, 2 Apr. Winner on the grass but would require luck |
| 12 | | 394735 | Always Bee Gee | 12 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Good attempts from wide marbles in latest couple. Must throw onto combo tickets |
| 13 |  | 552242 | Radioactive Jaffa | 13 | Ft | Ricky May | Usual fast-closing run grabbed him 4th place when last here. Deserves to get one |
| 14 | | 435432 | Jukebox Gypsy | 14 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Added a 22nd placing when 2nd at Add, 4 Apr. Adaptable type and well in the mix. |
| Best Bets: Radioactive Jaffa (13), Jukebox Gypsy (14), Always Bee Gee (12), Breeny's Conqueror (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Betterwithbling (1-59.8), Artmore (2-00.1), Putere Boy (2-01.4) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Betterwithbling (4): RD-Off, SL-On, Hes Santas Excuse (5): BL-Off, SL-On, Sidorova (2): RD-Off Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Buddy Reign to Kyle Cameron at Fernside, Putere Boy to Jonny Cox at Leeston | |||||||
Runner Index
Adelphi Storm - Race 2
Always Bee Gee - Race 11
American Me - Race 8
Amici - Race 5
Anytime At All - Race 5
A Quiet Girl - Race 1
Aradne - Race 6
Art Jordan - Race 5
Artmore - Race 11
Aveross Majesty - Race 6
Axel Rose - Race 10
Baby Come Back - Race 3
Barrytown - Race 6
Better Be Quick - Race 9
Betterwithbling - Race 11
Bettor Dreams - Race 3
Bettor Go Vinnie - Race 9
Bigandquick - Race 2
Birdy - Race 10
Blackjack - Race 5
Blue Collar - Race 10
Bonnie Bagrie - Race 6
Borion - Race 3
Boy Racer - Race 2
Breeny's Conqueror - Race 11
Bruntwood Brigade - Race 8
Buddy Reign - Race 11
Buffy Northstains - Race 4
Bullit Train - Race 6
Cappaha - Race 6
Carlin - Race 5
Carrera Bandido - Race 7
Classie Linc - Race 7
Cleanemup - Race 2
Clovelly Hill - Race 4
Connie Golightly - Race 2
Could Be Katy - Race 3
Country Gold - Race 5
Dancing N Heaven - Race 7
Delightingold - Race 3
Destiny's Dream - Race 8
Diamond Harbour - Race 4
Didjashoutthebar - Race 5
Didn't Di - Race 10
Easy Art - Race 2
Enoka - Race 3
Erin - Race 3
Evangalist - Race 9
Evidently - Race 11
Farewell Spit - Race 7
Fei Long - Race 3
Flyaway - Race 5
Foliejon Star - Race 5
Four Wise Women - Race 10
Franco Chaplin - Race 11
Franco Humbie - Race 5
Frugal - Race 2
Georgia Trouble - Race 1
Georgie Zukov - Race 5
Girl's Night Out - Race 7
Go Home Denise - Race 4
Goodoldayz - Race 9
Harry's Girl - Race 2
Harry's Gold - Race 3
Henry Winkler - Race 9
Hes Santas Excuse - Race 11
Hi Hopes - Race 5
Holly Highlander - Race 10
Hope For Love - Race 5
Hoppy's Smile - Race 3
Huckleberry - Race 6
Hughes Two Me - Race 5
Hugo - Race 7
Illegal Alien - Race 10
Imperial Knight - Race 1
Iron Brigade - Race 8
Isobel - Race 4
James Tom - Race 3
Jasprit Trouble - Race 4
Joany Baby - Race 4
Johnny Trotter - Race 1
Jukebox Gypsy - Race 11
Just Charlie - Race 1
Kairaki Spur - Race 10
Kiss The Girls - Race 8
Kotare Rata - Race 7
Kowhai Sunburst - Race 6
Lap It Up - Race 1
Logan Rock - Race 5
Majestic Flyer - Race 1
Major Miss - Race 2
Maroubra - Race 4
Melton Enforcer - Race 11
Mighty Flying Lou - Race 9
MM Sunshine - Race 10
Moa Mojito - Race 4
Molly Maeve Estelle - Race 9
Monarch Prince - Race 4
Morrie Afton - Race 4
Motor Mouth - Race 11
Mouton Cadet - Race 7
Not Over - Race 7
Oliver - Race 10
Our Evie Rae - Race 6
Over Da Moon - Race 1
Penny Weight - Race 5
Petite Trixton - Race 10
Phantom Spur - Race 1
Pick It Up - Race 3
Polly Grey - Race 9
Prince Teka - Race 4
Putere Boy - Race 11
Quicker The Bettor - Race 3
Radioactive Jaffa - Race 11
Razor Ray - Race 1
Rena - Race 7
Rockabilly Reign - Race 3
Scotlynn Fortress - Race 2
Selsey Mae - Race 2
Share A Dream - Race 9
Shepherds Delight - Race 8
Sheza Trendy One - Race 10
Sidorova - Race 11
Summer Rose - Race 9
Sweet Bree - Race 2
Switch On - Race 6
Taika - Race 3
Tanzania - Race 8
Taumutu Lad - Race 7
Terry Webster - Race 1
There He Goes - Race 2
The Town Of Light - Race 5
Times Are A Changin - Race 8
Times Like These - Race 9
Topaz - Race 9
Typhoon Tere - Race 9
Ultimate Dreamer - Race 2
Valyrian - Race 6
Waihemo Hannah - Race 6
What The Bell - Race 6
Whatz The Luck - Race 1
Which Way - Race 1
Wild Willow - Race 8
Woodlea Rocks - Race 7
Zoom X - Race 7