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Meeting: ANZAC DAY TWILIGHT RACE MEETING (ANZAC DAY TWILIGHT RACE MEETING)
Last updated 20/04/2026 at 20:37 pm
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

REMEMBERING COLIN BERRY HANDICAP TROT

$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R50 SPECIAL, 2600m

For R40 to R50 3yo-&-older trotters. Front: R40 to R45. 15m: R46 to R50.

Participants for Race 1: REMEMBERING COLIN BERRY HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Rowdy Yates18Rowdy Yates1FtPaul NairnDidn't go his way in first run out of maidens 29 Mar. Danger with best manners.
2Didn't Di123132Didn't Di2FtTayla Duley(J)Holding his form impressively since joining Purvis barn. Will have fans again.
3Wanna Play A Game549264Wanna Play A Game3FtSamantha OttleyAnother honest attempt when 4th here 10 Apr. Always good combos bait.
4Holly Highlander211915Holly Highlander4FtRicky MayImpressive at Methven. Work may have taken its toll on Sunday. Place hope.
5Millie Let Loose83X833Millie Let Loose115John MorrisonTook the short way home for nice 3rd last week. Can fill Top 3/4 spot here.
6Cormoran Strike837952Cormoran Strike215Robbie CloseBack on track with Rangiora 2nd. Puts in solid shifts here usually. First4s.
7LuvaviciX35114Luvavici315Stacy WhatuiraDoing his best work late behind Donna's Boy last Friday. Stick with him again.
8Paige2209X6Paige415Not the worst 6th when resuming last week. Has won second-up. Could shock.
9Sunny Louis765446Sunny Louis515Sam ThornleyAnother midfield finish when 6th at Rangiora. Long winning drought. First4s.
10Mavis Jones397693Mavis JonesU115Gemma ThornleyDidn't shirk her work 10 Apr. Good record from a stand too. Combos hope.
11Tetrick(AUS)1D1174Tetrick(AUS)U215Huge 4th after early mistake last week. Talent is there - just needs manners.
12Styrax457465StyraxU315Jonny CoxDidn't round out her race here 10 Apr. Very good on her day. Upset claims.
Best Bets: Tetrick(AUS) (11),   Didn't Di (2),   Luvavici (7),   Rowdy Yates (1)
Best Mile Rates: Tetrick(AUS) (2-02.3),   Paige (2-02.9),   Cormoran Strike (2-04.3)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Horse Movements: Styrax to Jonny Cox at Leeston
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

CONTINENTAL EVENT HIRE PACE

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

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 2: CONTINENTAL EVENT HIRE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1EnokaP08524Enoka1FtRobbie CloseFound the line well in three April outings. Manners seem solid. Each way.
2Could Be Katy33Could Be Katy2FtBeaten by a combined length in first 2 starts. Should settle handy. Threat.
3Tee Ball4XTee Ball3FtWilson House(J)Won both his April trials since sound 4th in 28 Nov debut. Worth another look.
4Major Miss602530Major Miss4FtGaps took a while at Methven but fair after. Strikes a useful field. Top 3/4.
5Harry's Girl844053Harry's Girl5FtDug in gamely after working hard on Sunday. On stand start debut. Place.
6Conan6X9XConan6FtSarah O'ReillyChased after #3 at 14 Apr trials. Learning curve in 2025. Rough claims fresh-up.
7Admor EllaAdmor Ella7FtRicky MayWon all 4 public runs including late zip for 14 Apr qualifying win. Upset hope.
8Don't Be A Stranger7XDon't Be A Stranger8FtSeth Hill(J)Struggled in sole spring run. Hauled in late 14 Apr trials. Add to trifectas.
9Bacchus2Bacchus9FtWell backed on debut & will be better for that. May have to work, but top pick.
Best Bets: Bacchus (9),   Could Be Katy (2),   Tee Ball (3),   Enoka (1)
Star Trialist: Tee Ball - 1st of 7, N Cnty TOA, 07/04/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-33.1, 800m: 58.5, 400m: 28.9, Margins: 1 1/2len, 1/2 head, 1/2 neck.
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

FAHEY FENCE HIRE MOBILE TROT

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

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

Participants for Race 3: FAHEY FENCE HIRE MOBILE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Terry Webster0X7010Terry Webster1FtSheree TomlinsonWell beaten on Sunday but was slow away. Won from mobile 08 Apr. Combos.
2Clovelly Hill454225Clovelly Hill2FtTim WilliamsConsistent as always when 5th on Sunday. Yet to win from mobile though. Place.
3Ridge07273XRidge3FtSarah O'ReillyFreshened since steady summer. Tidy in 2 runs to prepare for this. Consider.
4Barrytown821333Barrytown4FtHardly missed a trick since his late March Ashburton win. Always an option.
5Silverlinings940481Silverlinings5FtWon in similar grade 15 Apr after finding the lead. May go forward again. EW.
6Wot Up Tyron62551PWot Up Tyron6FtEarly shower after an error on Sunday. Better than that. Can lift mobile stats.
7He's My Creation120283He's My Creation7FtSam ThornleyGood late for 3rd last Friday & this is a huge drop back. Deserves top billing.
8Waihemo Hannah093220Waihemo Hannah8FtLeo O'ReillyRun of form ended with battling Methven 10th. Goes OK from mobile. Combos.
9Silvester040300Silvester9FtNever fired a shot after getting back on Sunday. Work to do again today.
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10The River Boy28769XThe River Boy10FtSeth Hill(J)Showed ability at times. Stable change after 15 months away. Market your guide.
11Valyrian0P0644Valyrian11FtSteady diet of racing starting to pay off in last 2 runs. Add to trifecta bets.
12What The Bell0X4020What The Bell12FtSamantha OttleyWorked twice here last Friday & it told in stronger grade. Easier here. Place.
Best Bets: He's My Creation (7),   Ridge (3),   Silverlinings (5),   The River Boy (10)
Best Mile Rates: Barrytown (1-59.4),   Silverlinings (2-00.7),   Waihemo Hannah (2-02.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Ridge - 2nd of 11, Ashburton, 14/04/26, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-12.2, 800m: 58.5, 400m: 27.3, Margins: 3/4len, 1 len, 1/2len.
Gear Changes: The River Boy (10): BL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

EXPERIENCE THE THRILL AT ADDINGTON MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R44, 1980m

For R40 to R44 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 4: EXPERIENCE THE THRILL AT ADDINGTON MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Captain Cool4X1241Captain Cool1FtJonny CoxShrugged off early work for Sunday's win. Good draw for new grade. In the mix.
2Stumpy Blackler221422Stumpy Blackler2FtTim WilliamsWorking home well behind some nice types recently. Main threat to the fave.
3Auntie Deb8287X4Auntie Deb3FtMatthew WilliamsonTried hard here last week in a lower grade. Useful draw again. Top 3/4 option.
4Better Be Quick407552Better Be Quick4FtStout effort after finding the lead at Methven. 3-time winner her. Trifectas.
5Molly Maeve Estelle8219X3Molly Maeve Estelle5FtSarah O'ReillyStrips fitter after fresh Methven 3rd. Placed here in November. Combos best.
6Bettor Go Vinnie123171Bettor Go Vinnie6FtBold win when space came at Methven. Racing in great fettle. Has claims.
7All Of Me11X22PAll Of Me7FtAnthony ButtHad excuses at Alex Park 20 Mar. Talented filly who can bounce back. On top.
8Star On The Rocks406007Star On The Rocks8FtSam ThornleyHasn't fired for various reasons in recent assignments. Tough ask from draw.
9Share A Dream433359Share A Dream9FtMixed from 2nd row draws in two runs since heading back north. Upset hope.
10Trail Boss637X00Trail BossU1FtSheree TomlinsonComfortably contained in both starts back. Soft draw but needs to improve.
Best Bets: All Of Me (7),   Stumpy Blackler (2),   Captain Cool (1),   Bettor Go Vinnie (6)
Best Mile Rates: All Of Me (1-55.2),   Trail Boss (1-55.3),   Share A Dream (1-56.1)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: All Of Me (7): BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

GARRARDS HORSE & HOUND MOBILE PACE

$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R45 TO R49, 1980m

For R45 to R49 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 5: GARRARDS HORSE & HOUND MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Zarlini361496Zarlini1FtGemma ThornleyBack on even terms after fair 6th off 10m on Sunday. Trifectas hope from #1.
2The Bettor Major656X41The Bettor Major2FtMatthew WilliamsonVery bold and brave to win last week. This looks a bit harder. Top 3/4 prospect.
3Blazing Knuckles293122Blazing Knuckles3FtSamantha OttleyRattled home last Friday & gets a slight drop in grade. Worth a good look.
4Quinn851507Quinn4FtVery unlucky here last week in R47-51 grade. Moves to front row. First4s.
5Sacetas7X1201Sacetas5FtGot the job done up the lane 17 Apr & strikes a lower ratings band. Top pick.
6To Ri Ruby910003To Ri Ruby6FtKimberly ButtArrested form slide with last Friday's 3rd. Middling draw. Seeking shortcuts.
7Pioneer787108Pioneer7FtJohn MorrisonHad every chance last week and has a wider draw to contend with. Odds.
8My Wingman080714My Wingman8FtSam ThornleyLost no admirers after working hard last week. May have to repeat that. Combos.
9Tact Teva9218X9Tact Teva9FtTim WilliamsIn need of the run down south as favourite. Goes well here though. Keep safe.
Best Bets: Sacetas (5),   Blazing Knuckles (3),   Tact Teva (9),   My Wingman (8)
Best Mile Rates: Sacetas (1-54.3),   Quinn (1-57.2),   Tact Teva (1-57.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

NZMTC THANKS & FAREWELLS BRAD STEELE MOBILE PACE

$19,000, 3YO & OLDER R50 TO R70, 1980m

For R50 to R70 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 6: NZMTC THANKS & FAREWELLS BRAD STEELE MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Song Sung Blue347362Song Sung Blue1FtJust caught by a nice mare here 10 Apr. Inside draw to use again. Consider.
2Warrior Chief564937Warrior Chief2FtNot much worked out for him either start last week. Can offer cheek at a price.
3Ebony ArdenX12246Ebony Arden3FtTim WilliamsSolid autumn form until battling at Winton 12 Apr. Capable of bouncing back.
4Deceptive LeeX58505Deceptive Lee4FtSteady at trials since middling efforts over the summer. Trifectas best.
5Next Level000174Next Level5FtKimberly ButtShort on space here 10 Apr in good field. Racing well recently. Upset hope.
6Taketheplunge184418Taketheplunge6FtSamantha OttleyRan on honestly enough from the back 10 Apr. Draws slightly closer. EW.
7Wild Willow55X087Wild Willow7FtRicky MayCouldn't find more at Methven. Hasn't shown his best here either. Rough odds.
8Sideshow Bruce1X827XSideshow Bruce8FtSeth Hill(J)Bold 2nd off 20m at the trials. Very promising pacer who can perform fresh.
9Radha03600XRadhaU1FtCraig FergusonNot sighted since form flattened in late 2025. Talented. Market watch here.
Best Bets: Sideshow Bruce (8),   Taketheplunge (6),   Radha (9),   Ebony Arden (3)
Best Mile Rates: Ebony Arden (1-54.2),   Radha (1-55.3),   Sideshow Bruce (1-56.0)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Sideshow Bruce - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 07/04/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-27.0, 800m: 57.2, 400m: 27.9, Margins: 2 1/2len, 3/4len, 3/4len.
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

ROAD METALS PACE

$18,000, 4YO & OLDER R40 TO R50, 2000m

For R40 to R50 4yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 7: ROAD METALS PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Quicker Than Quick1210X0Quicker Than Quick1FtStruggled fresh on Sunday. Can be slow away, so draw may not suit. First4s.
2Topaz938485Topaz2FtWilson House(J)Tried hard when clear late on Sunday. May find a better mid-race spot. Combos.
3Bryce's Meddle635324Bryce's Meddle3FtGood shifts recently. Doesn't win out of turn but gets in well here. Consider.
4Henry Winkler021680Henry Winkler4FtAnthony ButtDidn't make an impact at Methven. Good record here though. Blowout option.
5Jay R Tolkien552021Jay R Tolkien5FtScored from a nice position at Methven. Limited stand start record. Roughie.
6Teds Legacy854064Teds Legacy6FtJim CurtinRugged type who only yielded late here 10 Apr. Could be over the odds tonight.
7Tempo Warrior480197Tempo Warrior7FtSamantha OttleyGood Timaru win, but just OK in last two outings. Moves 10m closer. Chance.
8Moonlite Blood025084Moonlite Blood8FtRobbie CloseDashed nicely late here last Friday & no fears of stand starts. A major player.
9Bettor Be Sharp650510Bettor Be Sharp9FtSarah O'ReillyShuffled back here on Sunday. Moves up to front line. Always a place hope.
10Mystery Beach333622Mystery Beach10FtGemma ThornleyChased hard off the 10m mark on Sunday. Gets handicapping relief. Each way.
11Biggles3X944XBiggles11FtDistant 3rd at the trials since last racing in December. May need this outing,.
12Caught The Eye9700X3Caught The Eye12FtTim WilliamsSharp enough when resuming here 10 Apr. Won her only stand start. Danger.
Best Bets: Caught The Eye (12),   Moonlite Blood (8),   Mystery Beach (10),   Tempo Warrior (7)
Best Mile Rates: Caught The Eye (2-00.5),   Tempo Warrior (2-01.1),   Henry Winkler (2-01.2)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Henry Winkler (4): CC-Off, RD-On, Tempo Warrior (7): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

BUY A WOODLANDS STAR 20 MAY MOBILE PACE

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

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

Participants for Race 8: BUY A WOODLANDS STAR 20 MAY MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Seaside Brucie6X4614Seaside Brucie1FtSamantha OttleyNot bad here 10 Apr after 04 Apr maiden win. A key contender from the ace.
2Kotare Rimu3218XKotare Rimu2FtSam ThornleyCouple of nice trials ahead of his resumption. May carry some support fresh.
3Forever Miki1XForever Miki3FtSarah O'ReillySteady in 3 public runs since winning on debut in December. Will have fans.
4B B King127X87B B King4FtTim WilliamsFlashed home to win 14 Apr trial. Better than early 2026 runs. Stick with him.
5Eyes Of An Angel496018Eyes Of An Angel5FtMatthew WilliamsonDidn't emerge from the pack 10 Apr after traffic issues. Good field. First4s.
6Heaven715653Heaven6FtWorked home sharply last Friday. Strikes a stronger field. Top 3/4 prospect.
7Larissa Beaudiene146X63Larissa Beaudiene7FtSeth Hill(J)Big improvement between her two runs back this term. Can give this a shake too.
8Mostert00X612Mostert8FtKimberly ButtFollowed up Motukarara win with gritty 2nd last Friday. May be over the odds.
9Rocking Ruby123Rocking Ruby9FtAnthony ButtHandled grade racing well since debut success. Wide alley but worth considering.
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10Flying Ace251X53Flying Ace10FtMissed last week and raced without luck here 10 Apr. Threat with any space.
Best Bets: Flying Ace (10),   B B King (4),   Seaside Brucie (1),   Rocking Ruby (9)
Best Mile Rates: Eyes Of An Angel (1-56.1),   Seaside Brucie (1-57.3),   Flying Ace (1-57.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: B B King - 1st of 6, Ashburton, 14/04/26, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-05.0, 800m: 56.4, 400m: 26.6, Margins: head, neck, 1 1/4len.
Gear Changes: B B King (4): RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

BETAVET THANKS JACK HARRINGTON HANDICAP PACE

$20,000, 3YO & OLDER R70 TO R120 SPECIAL, 2600m

For R70 to R120 3yo-&-older pacers. Front: R70 to R80. 10m: R81 to R100. 20m: R101 to R120.

Participants for Race 9: BETAVET THANKS JACK HARRINGTON HANDICAP PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Hadron Collider343345Hadron ColliderU1FtForget his visit here on Sunday. Needs to step, but can run in the Top 3.
2Mo'unga03050XMo'unga110Robbie CloseTough spring campaign. Asked for little effort 14 Apr trials. Keep onside.
3American Me907354American Me210Sarah O'ReillyMidfield efforts his lot recently. Honest performer at track & distance. Combos.
4Smoke On The Water117745Smoke On The Water310Samantha OttleyFound it a bit tough by the home bend 10 Apr. Up against nice types. First4s.
5Marketplace42221XMarketplace410Tucked in nicely 14 Apr trials. Stellar 3-year-old campaign. Top pick off 10m.
6Ohoka Connor88X742Ohoka ConnorU110Tim WilliamsShowed a hint of his true ability with Winton Cup 2nd. Can land a placing.
Best Bets: Marketplace (5),   Mo'unga (2),   Hadron Collider (1),   Ohoka Connor (6)
Best Mile Rates: Mo'unga (1-58.0),   American Me (1-58.6),   Smoke On The Water (2-01.3)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Mo'unga (2): RD-Off, FD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS HANDICAP TROT

$19,000, 3YO & OLDER R51 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m

For R51 & faster 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 10: GOLD BAND TAXIS HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Zoltan BoscikX88642Zoltan Boscik1FtJust nabbed in the shadows 10 Apr. Up in grade but can place with manners.
2Makaku301137MakakuU1FtPeaked on his run last Friday. Gets 20m closer at the start. Don't ignore.
3Roydon Muscle745151Roydon Muscle115Seth Hill(J)Ran on sharply at the trials since great summer form. Capable of featuring.
4RataX68303Rata215Jonny CoxBetter here 10 Apr but pay to watch closely at the start. Top 3/4 option.
5Paris Prince637885Paris Prince315Sam ThornleyMidfield finishes his lot recently. Went hard early here 10 Apr. First4s.
6Rock Lobster211136Rock LobsterU115Errors have appeared in April starts but still running on. Danger with A game.
7Father Time819670Father Time125Tim WilliamsError at the trials 07 Apr after fading out here 27 Feb. Market your guide.
8Eurostyle821227Eurostyle145Kimberly ButtLate mistake when well supported here 10 Apr. 45m a test, but can feature.
Best Bets: Rock Lobster (6),   Eurostyle (8),   Father Time (7),   Roydon Muscle (3)
Best Mile Rates: Eurostyle (2-00.7),   Father Time (2-02.2),   Paris Prince (2-02.4)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Horse Movements: Rata to Jonny Cox at Leeston
Runner Index
 
Admor Ella -  Race 2
All Of Me -  Race 4
American Me -  Race 9
Auntie Deb -  Race 4
Bacchus -  Race 2
Barrytown -  Race 3
B B King -  Race 8
Better Be Quick -  Race 4
Bettor Be Sharp -  Race 7
Bettor Go Vinnie -  Race 4
Biggles -  Race 7
Blazing Knuckles -  Race 5
Bryce's Meddle -  Race 7
Captain Cool -  Race 4
Caught The Eye -  Race 7
Clovelly Hill -  Race 3
Conan -  Race 2
Cormoran Strike -  Race 1
Could Be Katy -  Race 2
Deceptive Lee -  Race 6
Didn't Di -  Race 1
Don't Be A Stranger -  Race 2
Ebony Arden -  Race 6
Enoka -  Race 2
Eurostyle -  Race 10
Eyes Of An Angel -  Race 8
Father Time -  Race 10
Flying Ace -  Race 8
Forever Miki -  Race 8
Hadron Collider -  Race 9
Harry's Girl -  Race 2
Heaven -  Race 8
Henry Winkler -  Race 7
He's My Creation -  Race 3
Holly Highlander -  Race 1
Jay R Tolkien -  Race 7
Kotare Rimu -  Race 8
Larissa Beaudiene -  Race 8
Luvavici -  Race 1
Major Miss -  Race 2
Makaku -  Race 10
Marketplace -  Race 9
Mavis Jones -  Race 1
Millie Let Loose -  Race 1
Molly Maeve Estelle -  Race 4
Moonlite Blood -  Race 7
Mostert -  Race 8
Mo'unga -  Race 9
Mystery Beach -  Race 7
My Wingman -  Race 5
Next Level -  Race 6
Ohoka Connor -  Race 9
Paige -  Race 1
Paris Prince -  Race 10
Pioneer -  Race 5
Quicker Than Quick -  Race 7
Quinn -  Race 5
Radha -  Race 6
Rata -  Race 10
Ridge -  Race 3
Rocking Ruby -  Race 8
Rock Lobster -  Race 10
Rowdy Yates -  Race 1
Roydon Muscle -  Race 10
Sacetas -  Race 5
Seaside Brucie -  Race 8
Share A Dream -  Race 4
Sideshow Bruce -  Race 6
Silverlinings -  Race 3
Silvester -  Race 3
Smoke On The Water -  Race 9
Song Sung Blue -  Race 6
Star On The Rocks -  Race 4
Stumpy Blackler -  Race 4
Styrax -  Race 1
Sunny Louis -  Race 1
Tact Teva -  Race 5
Taketheplunge -  Race 6
Teds Legacy -  Race 7
Tee Ball -  Race 2
Tempo Warrior -  Race 7
Terry Webster -  Race 3
Tetrick(AUS) -  Race 1
The Bettor Major -  Race 5
The River Boy -  Race 3
Topaz -  Race 7
To Ri Ruby -  Race 5
Trail Boss -  Race 4
Valyrian -  Race 3
Waihemo Hannah -  Race 3
Wanna Play A Game -  Race 1
Warrior Chief -  Race 6
What The Bell -  Race 3
Wild Willow -  Race 6
Wot Up Tyron -  Race 3
Zarlini -  Race 5
Zoltan Boscik -  Race 10