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Meeting: MID APRIL FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS RACE NIGHT (MID APRIL FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS RACE NIGHT)
Last updated 16/04/2026 at 09:03 am
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

BUY A WOODLANDS STAR 20 MAY MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 4YO & OLDER R50 TO R60 JUN.DRV, 2600m

For R50 to R60 4yo-&-older pacers. This race is for Junior Drivers only and has a Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid. Rating Penalty Free Race.

Participants for Race 1: BUY A WOODLANDS STAR 20 MAY MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Sacetas97X120Sacetas1FtThomas Borcoskie(J)Dragged back when devoid of luck here 04 Apr. Back in grade. Can atone.
2Rack'em Up155112Rack'em Up2FtWilson House(J)Strong efforts at Manawatu, but steps up in ratings band here. Rough claims.
3Warrior Chief965649Warrior Chief3FtMia Holbrough(J)Didn't get a clear shot at them here last week. Racing without luck. Place.
4Lavra Rose411812Lavra Rose4FtSeth Hill(J)Bold 2nd off the 2nd row here 04 Apr. Can get handier in small field. Chance.
5Spirit DownunderX15140Spirit Downunder5FtCarter Dalgety(J)Another who lacked space last time out. Likes this distance. Top 2/3 option.
6Iron Brigade423713Iron Brigade6FtNikita Burton(J)Handy 3rd off 10m at Methven. Gets into a more suitable grade. Consider.
Best Bets: Sacetas (1),   Lavra Rose (4),   Iron Brigade (6),   Spirit Downunder (5)
Best Mile Rates: Warrior Chief (1-58.3),   Spirit Downunder (2-00.1),   Rack'em Up (2-01.3)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

LISTEN LIVE ON SPORTNATION.NZ TROT

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2600m

For 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 2: LISTEN LIVE ON SPORTNATION.NZ TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Carmen Lucia80042PCarmen Lucia1Ft  
2He Aint No Devil47He Aint No Devil2FtJonny CoxHonest efforts in two career starts. Can land handy & sneak a placing.
3Razor Ray6Razor Ray3FtClint FordNot bad late after mistake on debut. All eyes on him at the start. Rough claims.
4Lap It Up425235Lap It Up4FtKimberly Butt3rd here 08 Apr your best guide. Looking more reliable too. Each way player.
5Whatz The Luck57X823Whatz The LuckU1FtJohn DunnStarting to look more tractable & smaller field an assist. Worth a close look.
6Time For Victory8036X3Time For VictoryU2FtOlivia ThornleyStarting to show some of mum's zip. Sure to strip fitter from 06 Apr. Chance.
7Georgia TroubleDFX244Georgia TroubleU3FtGerard O'ReillyUseful at Methven but not quite bombproof yet. Can improve all-weather stats.
8New Mexico5New MexicoU4FtMatthew WilliamsonTough watch for punters in 26 Mar debut. Smart 07 Apr trial. Stick with her.
9Bullet550059BulletU5FtJohn VersteegUsual honest performance here 08 Apr. Top 3/4 hope with right trip.
Best Bets: New Mexico (8),   Whatz The Luck (5),   Lap It Up (4),   Time For Victory (6)
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

TOUCHDOWN RENTALS 'YOUR LOCAL KIWI CAR RENTAL' MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R40, 1980m

For R35 to R40 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 3: TOUCHDOWN RENTALS 'YOUR LOCAL KIWI CAR RENTAL' MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Fusion Reactor738693Fusion Reactor1FtKimberly ButtNever gave up after tough trip 08 Apr. Best draw since 20 Mar. Combos hope.
2Heaven171565Heaven2FtRobbie CloseGot back from this draw 10 Apr, but finding the line well currently. Consider.
3Mostert100X61Mostert3FtCarter Dalgety(J)Used gate speed for easy 06 Apr win. Repeat run in this grade. Go again.
4Sans Repos3463X6Sans Repos4FtRicky AlfeldShould be sharper for fresh-up 6th here 08 Apr. Draw upgrade too. Smokey.
5Picasso1Picasso5FtCraig FergusonPowerful win at Wyndham on debut. Should press forward & be a major player.
6Mouton Cadet579049Mouton Cadet6FtSheree TomlinsonHad excuses at Methven. Possesses a turn of foot at times. Top 3/4 claims.
7Lorton Vale260540Lorton Vale7FtSam ThornleyFair efforts in recent months. Cops a wide alley tonight. Looking for shortcuts.
8Whyamihere475895Whyamihere8FtColin DeFilippiBit more like it here 08 Apr. Starts a fair way out on the grid though. Place.
9Stumblin In4X2245Stumblin In9FtBlair OrangeDrops back from a very nice 04 Apr field. No favours in the draw, but can win.'
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10Flying Ace251X53Flying Ace10Ft  
11Route Sixty Six145335Route Sixty Six11FtWilson House(J)Midfield or better in five starts since maiden win. Add to trifectas/First4s.
Best Bets: Picasso (5),   Stumblin In (9),   Mostert (3),   Heaven (2)
Best Mile Rates: Mouton Cadet (1-54.5),   Stumblin In (1-56.8),   Lorton Vale (1-56.9)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Mouton Cadet (6): BL-Off, SL-On, Sans Repos (4): NW-On, Stumblin In (9): BL-Off, Whyamihere (8): SL-Off, BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

TK PLASTERING 2YO MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 2YO, WITH COND., 1980m

For 2yo pacing colts & geldings with up to 1 win for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 4: TK PLASTERING 2YO MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Dream Anyway4Dream Anyway1FtDavid WhiteLost no fans on debut in the Kindergarten Stakes. Drawn to play his part.
2Metro BoyMetro Boy2FtRobbie CloseLooked sharp in two autumn trials. Drawn ideally on debut. Adds to puzzle.
3Travel Agent2Travel Agent3FtJohn DunnDid well behind the leading 2YO here 04 Apr. Big chance to go one better.
4Tactacool4Tactacool4FtTim WilliamsHonest attempt on debut & no Tour Party here. Add to trifectas/First4s.
5On Ya Bike2333On Ya Bike5FtCarter Dalgety(J)Fought gamely in the Kindergarten Stakes. Has early speed. A big threat.
Best Bets: Travel Agent (3),   On Ya Bike (5),   Dream Anyway (1),   Metro Boy (2)
Star Trialist: Metro Boy - 1st of 7, NZ Metro, 18/03/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-33.7, 800m: 57.4, 400m: 28.2, Margins: 1 3/4len, 1/2 head, 1 1/4len.
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

AZAP ELECTRICAL MOBILE PACE

$18,500, 3YO & OLDER R47 TO R51, 1980m

For R47 to R51 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 5: AZAP ELECTRICAL MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Pioneer678710Pioneer1FtJohn MorrisonBack to mobile after botching Methven start. Useful grade, but can place.
2Tempo Warrior480197Tempo Warrior2Ft  
3Captain Kobe265469Captain Kobe3FtWilson House(J)Didn't emerge last week. Went back from inside draw 27 Feb. Take on trust.
4Crimson Tide4X1141Crimson Tide4FtTim WilliamsReturned to racing in brilliant touch. Not a huge jump up from Motukarara. EW.
5Moonlite Blood702508Moonlite Blood5FtRobbie CloseFreshened since fair summer form. Bold 2nd 07 Apr trials. Don't disregard.
6Blazing Knuckles329312Blazing Knuckles6FtSamantha OttleyCompiling a nice record & just missed out here 04 Apr. Can place in this grade.
7Take The MikiX11301Take The Miki7FtRicky MayShowed his brute strength with 27 Mar success. Moves off unruly. Keep safe.
8Ukraine113221Ukraine8FtBob ButtImpressive winning Racing Rewards final here. Wide draw but can overcome.
9Trump Card52878XTrump Card9FtBlair OrangeNabbed for 3rd by #5 in last of 3 trials ahead of resuming. Market your guide.
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10Quinn085150Quinn10FtSheree TomlinsonWell beaten in R45-56 company here 04 Apr. First4s prospect in good field.
Best Bets: Ukraine (8),   Take The Miki (7),   Crimson Tide (4),   Trump Card (9)
Best Mile Rates: Trump Card (1-55.0),   Take The Miki (1-56.4),   Moonlite Blood (1-56.6)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Trump Card (9): BL-Off, CC-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

EXPERIENCE THE THRILL AT ADDINGTON HANDICAP TROT

$18,500, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R65 SPECIAL, 2600m

For R40 to R65 3yo-&-older trotters. Front: R40 to R45. 10m: R46 to R50. 20m: R51 to R55. 30m: R56 to R60. 40m: R61 to R65.

Participants for Race 6: EXPERIENCE THE THRILL AT ADDINGTON HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Kawatiri Trev101Kawatiri Trev1FtBob ButtVery stylish winning at Motukarara. Still on the way up, but danger with manners
2Tu Tangata463552Tu Tangata2FtPaul NairnRattled home 04 Apr as he often does. Needs to settle handier. Combos must.
3Almighty9P6235Almighty110Jonny CoxPut in solid shifts in her northern sojourn. Steady course stats. Add to First4s
4Millie Let Loose183X83Millie Let Loose210John MorrisonPaid a nice price for 3rd at Rangiora. Similar company here. Upset prospect.
5Paige72209XPaige310Sheree TomlinsonReliable mare fresh-up since November. Tends to need a run or two though.
6Tetrick(AUS)81D117Tetrick(AUS)U110Carter Dalgety(J)Did his share of work here 04 Apr. Moves 10m closer. A leading contender.
7Lauzelle1191PLauzelleU210Leo O'ReillyRefused to take part at Rangiora. Showed his ability prior though. Keep safe.
8Prestigious251121Prestigious120Kimberly ButtMaking every post a winner. Same set-up here in same grade. Bright hope.
9One El239647One El220Ricky MayPutting in tidy efforts without delivering a knockout blow. A trifectas must.
10Lil Whip00700XLil Whip320Samantha OttleyStable change after form faded in spring. Trialled well 07 Apr. Don't ignore.
11Makaku030113MakakuU120Ben HopeLost no admirers after staunch 3rd 20 Mar. Has stamina & a sprint. Each way.
12Rachmaninov435471RachmaninovU220Robbie CloseWily campaigner who scored at Rangiora. Back another 10m tonight. First4s.
Best Bets: Prestigious (8),   Tetrick(AUS) (6),   Lauzelle (7),   Makaku (11)
Best Mile Rates: Prestigious (2-02.2),   Tetrick(AUS) (2-02.3),   Paige (2-02.9)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: Lil Whip - 2nd of 7, N Cnty TOA, 07/04/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-29.9, 800m: 60.2, 400m: 29.3, Margins: 1 len, 3/4len, 4 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Almighty (3): BL-Off, Lil Whip (10): RD-Off, FD-On, Prestigious (8): FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

MAGNESS BENROW SIRES STAKES FILLIES SEMI-FINAL (MOBILE PACE)

$50,000, 3YO FILLIES, 1980m

For 3-year-old pacing fillies.

Participants for Race 7: MAGNESS BENROW SIRES STAKES FILLIES SEMI-FINAL (MOBILE PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Cath2281X1Cath1FtSeth Hill(J)Returned brilliantly here 04 Apr. Can dictate early position from #1. Top pick.
2Miki's Deal90X113Miki's Deal2FtMatthew WilliamsonGritty 3rd at Ascot Park after huge Group win up north. A major player again.
3Secret Wish072X11Secret Wish3FtOlivia ThornleyTrial winner since impressive March wins. Loves this distance. Keep onside.
4Havtimewillfly115181Havtimewillfly4FtBrent BarclayHeads north after sharp win 02 Apr. Toughest test to date, but can place.
5Lizzie Borden06X294Lizzie Borden5FtCarter Dalgety(J)Did her share of work to grab 4th last week. Smaller field helps. Combos.
6Indulge Me2123X2Indulge Me6FtNathan WilliamsonJust caught by #4 at Ascot Park. Gate speed on offer. Top 2/3 prospect.
Best Bets: Cath (1),   Miki's Deal (2),   Secret Wish (3),   Indulge Me (6)
Best Mile Rates: Havtimewillfly (1-52.8),   Miki's Deal (1-53.5),   Lizzie Borden (1-54.8)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Secret Wish - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 07/04/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-29.8, 800m: 56.6, 400m: 28.3, Margins: 1 1/2len, 1/2 neck, 2 len.
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

FUTURE WEALTH SIRES STAKES AGED TROTTERS CLASSIC (HCP TROT) (Listed)

$50,000, 4YO & OLDER R55 TO R89 SPECIAL HANDICAP, 2600m

 

For R55 to R89 4yo-&-older trotters. Front: R55 to R62. 10m: R63 to R70. 20m: R71 to R79. 30m: R80 to R89.

Participants for Race 8: FUTURE WEALTH SIRES STAKES AGED TROTTERS CLASSIC (HCP TROT)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Luvavici0X3511Luvavici1FtStacy WhatuiraLanded in rich vein of form. Manners are looking good too. Worth a look.
2He's My Creation212028He's My Creation2FtSam ThornleyMid-race error here 04 Apr. Doesn't get into this race too well. Rough prospect.
3Practical Magic129202Practical Magic3FtNathan WilliamsonBit more like her best when 2nd at Wyndham. Lean course stats though. First4s.
4George Eliot1X5419George Eliot4FtRobbie CloseGiven a brief let-up since unlucky 9th here 27 Feb. May be over the odds.
5Donna's Boy52112XDonna's Boy5FtBob ButtTerrific late 2025 form & won both his trials ahead of this. Genuine claims.
6What The Bell80X402What The Bell6FtSamantha OttleyBest effort yet this time in with Methven 2nd. This is harder though. Odds.
7Freya134232FreyaU1FtBen HopeRacing very consistently & 10m better off than she was last time. Not the worst.
8Princess Sadie41422XPrincess Sadie110Matthew WilliamsonGood 07 Apr trial win & there's been a winner out of that trial since. Each way.
9One Over Da Line541114One Over Da Line210Tim WilliamsLost no admirers with brave 4th off 40m last time. Always a hope in this grade.
10Rock Lobster121113Rock LobsterU110John DunnRecovered from error for bold 3rd behind #13 last time. Great prior. Can win.
11Dream Of You6X0550Dream Of YouU210Robbie HolmesUnder pressure when he broke here in mid-March. Needs to lift to feature.
12Franco Josiah771527Franco JosiahU310John MorrisonTired after finding lead off this handicap 20 Mar. Top 3/4 with improvement.
13Nellie Doyle387241Nellie Doyle120Blair OrangeFound the lead early off this mark & prevailed 04 Apr. Capable of repeating.
Best Bets: Rock Lobster (10),   Princess Sadie (8),   Nellie Doyle (13),   One Over Da Line (9)
Best Mile Rates: Franco Josiah (1-59.9),   Nellie Doyle (2-02.6),   One Over Da Line (2-02.7)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: Donna's Boy - 1st of 6, NZ Metro, 31/03/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-26.6, 800m: 58.9, 400m: 28.6, Margins: head, 1/2 neck, 1/2 neck.
Gear Changes: Donna's Boy (5): HH-Off, FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

TYRE GENERAL MOBILE PACE

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1980m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 9: TYRE GENERAL MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Franco Lennon6X4332Franco Lennon1FtTim WilliamsContinuing to hunt his maiden win & best draw since Ascot Park. Consider.
2Captain ShortyCaptain Shorty2FtJohn DunnHandy 31 Mar qualifier, and quiet 6th at trials since. Could offer some cheek.
3Boyzone6828X7Boyzone3FtBlair OrangeNot the worst 7th when resuming here 04 Apr. Smaller field helps. Multiples.
4Captain Kiwi5Captain Kiwi4FtRobbie HolmesNever featured on debut after getting a long way back. Seeking improvement.
5Cherish MeCherish Me5FtCarter Dalgety(J)Daughter of a champion mare. Won both her March trials. Hard to topple.
6Franco Sublime226Franco Sublime6FtCraig ThornleyDidn't have all favours from wide draw 04 Apr. Capable of bouncing back.
7Ra Shard8Ra Shard7Ft  
Best Bets: Cherish Me (5),   Franco Lennon (1),   Franco Sublime (6),   Captain Shorty (2)
Star Trialist: Cherish Me - 1st of 5, NZ Metro, 31/03/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-32.1, 800m: 59.5, 400m: 28.8, Margins: head, 8 len, 1/2len.
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R41 TO R46, 1980m

For R41 to R46 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 10: GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Delightful Dreams177608Delightful Dreams1FtOlivia ThornleyDone things wrong in last two starts. Mobile may help. First4s from the ace.
2Classie Linc557892Classie Linc2FtMia Holbrough(J)Caught the eye at Methven. Same draw, but up a ratings band here. Trifectas.
3Matai Harry207768Matai Harry3FtJonny CoxDid it tough from a wide draw last week. Better alley here. Not out of this.
4Ask Me Lazarus614010Ask Me Lazarus4FtBlair OrangeTired after sitting outside the leader at Motukarara. Yet to fire here. Odds.
5Prosperity531113Prosperity5FtRobbie CloseGood 3rd in stronger grade 04 Apr & that form has been franked. Right in this.
6Commander Joe495306Commander Joe6FtMatthew WilliamsonNever gave up in much stronger grade 10 Apr. Worth a look from this draw.
7Shannon B0045X0Shannon B7FtWilson House(J)Switches to mobile after forgettable Motukarara trip. May need this run too.
8My Wingman108071My Wingman8FtSam ThornleyVery brave to win here 04 Apr. Not a huge leap in class either. Has claims.
9To Ri Ruby591000To Ri Ruby9FtKimberly ButtManners her downfall recently. Drops back in grade, but prefer to watch.
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10Goorambat Art731675Goorambat Art10FtGemma ThornleyDidn't have much luck here last week. Traffic queries again tonight. First4s.
11Rena8X2421Rena11FtBen HopeUsed the ace draw to score at Methven. Early position key here. Place hope.
12Ann Sophie6698X8Ann Sophie12FtRicky MayWill be better for her quiet 8th at Motukarara. Tough ask from 2nd row though.
Best Bets: Prosperity (5),   Commander Joe (6),   My Wingman (8),   Matai Harry (3)
Best Mile Rates: Commander Joe (1-56.1),   Delightful Dreams (1-56.6),   Goorambat Art (1-56.8)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: To Ri Ruby (9): BL-Off    Legend
Runner Index
 
Almighty -  Race 6
Ann Sophie -  Race 10
Ask Me Lazarus -  Race 10
Blazing Knuckles -  Race 5
Boyzone -  Race 9
Bullet -  Race 2
Captain Kiwi -  Race 9
Captain Kobe -  Race 5
Captain Shorty -  Race 9
Carmen Lucia -  Race 2
Cath -  Race 7
Cherish Me -  Race 9
Classie Linc -  Race 10
Commander Joe -  Race 10
Crimson Tide -  Race 5
Delightful Dreams -  Race 10
Donna's Boy -  Race 8
Dream Anyway -  Race 4
Dream Of You -  Race 8
Flying Ace -  Race 3
Franco Josiah -  Race 8
Franco Lennon -  Race 9
Franco Sublime -  Race 9
Freya -  Race 8
Fusion Reactor -  Race 3
George Eliot -  Race 8
Georgia Trouble -  Race 2
Goorambat Art -  Race 10
Havtimewillfly -  Race 7
He Aint No Devil -  Race 2
Heaven -  Race 3
He's My Creation -  Race 8
Indulge Me -  Race 7
Iron Brigade -  Race 1
Kawatiri Trev -  Race 6
Lap It Up -  Race 2
Lauzelle -  Race 6
Lavra Rose -  Race 1
Lil Whip -  Race 6
Lizzie Borden -  Race 7
Lorton Vale -  Race 3
Luvavici -  Race 8
Makaku -  Race 6
Matai Harry -  Race 10
Metro Boy -  Race 4
Miki's Deal -  Race 7
Millie Let Loose -  Race 6
Moonlite Blood -  Race 5
Mostert -  Race 3
Mouton Cadet -  Race 3
My Wingman -  Race 10
Nellie Doyle -  Race 8
New Mexico -  Race 2
One El -  Race 6
One Over Da Line -  Race 8
On Ya Bike -  Race 4
Paige -  Race 6
Picasso -  Race 3
Pioneer -  Race 5
Practical Magic -  Race 8
Prestigious -  Race 6
Princess Sadie -  Race 8
Prosperity -  Race 10
Quinn -  Race 5
Rachmaninov -  Race 6
Rack'em Up -  Race 1
Ra Shard -  Race 9
Razor Ray -  Race 2
Rena -  Race 10
Rock Lobster -  Race 8
Route Sixty Six -  Race 3
Sacetas -  Race 1
Sans Repos -  Race 3
Secret Wish -  Race 7
Shannon B -  Race 10
Spirit Downunder -  Race 1
Stumblin In -  Race 3
Tactacool -  Race 4
Take The Miki -  Race 5
Tempo Warrior -  Race 5
Tetrick(AUS) -  Race 6
Time For Victory -  Race 2
To Ri Ruby -  Race 10
Travel Agent -  Race 4
Trump Card -  Race 5
Tu Tangata -  Race 6
Ukraine -  Race 5
Warrior Chief -  Race 1
What The Bell -  Race 8
Whatz The Luck -  Race 2
Whyamihere -  Race 3