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Meeting: MID-WINTER AT ADDINGTON RACE NIGHT (MID-WINTER AT ADDINGTON RACE NIGHT)
Last updated 04/07/2025 at 09:13 am
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

TAB 2ND & 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R50, 1980m

For R50 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 1: TAB 2ND & 3RD BONUS CASH BACK MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Wuhan000X48Wuhan1FtKyle CameronShuffled back but only fair late here 13 Jun. Likely to need another run here.
2Cheer The Captain17X112Cheer The Captain2FtTerry ChmielMade up many metres in stronger grade 20 Jun. Drawn to be a major player.
3Pioneer144P77Pioneer3FtJohn MorrisonGood when clear late here 20 Jun. Has gate speed when needed. Combos.
4I'm Rockin755402I'm Rockin4FtRobbie CloseCaught the eye here 13 Jun without all favours. Likely improver. Place prospect.
5Zarlini111244Zarlini5FtBen HopeNot far off them in last 3 since her hat trick. This grade is thereabouts. EW.
6Trump CardX22155Trump Card6FtOlivia Thornley(J)Slight flat patch since his win here 18 May. Capable of bouncing back here.
7Kotare Kelso228144Kotare Kelso7FtSheree TomlinsonHandy efforts in two June runs. May have to work from wider draw. Multiples.
8Music Mistress79X215Music Mistress8FtTim WilliamsTough ask after getting back here 20 Jun. Similar may unfold, but keep safe.
Best Bets: Cheer The Captain (2),   Trump Card (6),   Music Mistress (8),   Zarlini (5)
Best Mile Rates: Trump Card (1-55.0),   Kotare Kelso (1-56.9),   I'm Rockin (1-57.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Music Mistress (8): SL-On, Trump Card (6): ACD-Off, SL-On, CC-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

GALLAGHER INSURANCE TROT

$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R47, R48 WITH COND., 2600m

For R40 to R47 3yo-&-older trotters. Also R48 horses with winning stakes up to and including $26500 for lifetime.

Participants for Race 2: GALLAGHER INSURANCE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Whats Wanted54X587Whats Wanted1FtSheree TomlinsonMidfield his lot in three runs back. Gained some support 20 Jun. Top3/4 hope.
2Desbois06030XDesbois2FtGerard O'ReillyMixed his 6 spring/summer runs. Not seen since. Should need this. Stretched.
3Koko Kaboom038624Koko Kaboom3FtWilson House(J)Never gave up at Winton & showed zip at Ascot Park prior. Can play a part.
4Special Effects80X990Special Effects4FtJohn DunnOld habits proving hard to shake in three starts back. Cross your fingers.
5LookslikeatrixterX63351Lookslikeatrixter5FtJustin SmithUp in grade after brave victory here on Sunday. Lands in good grade. Each way.
6Brett's Mate3X3413Brett's Mate6FtKyle CameronWorked home well last week & has returned in good form. Right in the fight.
7Major Doosie321X54Major Doosie7FtBlair OrangeMidfield in both starts back, but has been contained. Combos fringes best.
8Amendment814AmendmentU1FtBob ButtStylish late here last week & 20 Jun success showed her worth. A key threat.
9Sheila Laxon07X117Sheila LaxonU2FtCarter Dalgety(J)Chances extinguished at start 02 Jun. Excellent prior. Worth considering.
Best Bets: Amendment (8),   Brett's Mate (6),   Lookslikeatrixter (5),   Sheila Laxon (9)
Best Mile Rates: Lookslikeatrixter (2-05.1),   Koko Kaboom (2-05.4),   Special Effects (2-05.9)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Desbois (2): RD-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE

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

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 3: IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1RiptideRiptide1FtTim WilliamsStout 2nd in sole trial this campaign ahead of debut. Danger from #1 on debut.
2Jack's Eyre8Jack's Eyre2FtBob ButtSwitches mobile after slow start from stand on debut. Combos from the draw.
3Blackjack46X86Blackjack3FtSamantha OttleyComes south after minimal luck in two starts back. First go left-handed. Upset.
4Here Comes Marty34X3Here Comes Marty4FtBlair OrangeSure to strip fitter after tidy 3rd here two weeks back. Should be a contender.
5DidjamakeanimprintDidjamakeanimprint5FtWilson House(J)Qualified in December. Slightly green in two trials in June. Trifectas/First4s.
6Berrettini6XBerrettini6FtRobbie CloseCome along nicely from December judging by two June trials. Worth a look.
7Connie Golightly06Connie Golightly7FtMatthew WilliamsonComfortably held in two career starts & draws a little wide here. Tough ask.
8Kotare Argent725Kotare Argent8FtJohn DunnDid plenty of work 20 Jun & never gave up. Capable of overcoming this alley. EW.
9Shadow Creek0X0964Shadow Creek9Ft  
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10Star On The Rocks0Star On The Rocks10FtSam Thornley(J)Last of 9 in trial since struggling on debut. Seeking all favours to feature.
Best Bets: Riptide (1),   Kotare Argent (8),   Here Comes Marty (4),   Berrettini (6)
Star Trialist: Riptide - 1st of 7, N Cnty TOA, 23/01/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-31.4, 800m: 57.5, 400m: 28.8, Margins: neck, 1 1/4len, 1 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Blackjack (3): BL-Off, RD-On, Kotare Argent (8): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

THE PENINSULAR BEACHFRONT RESORT MOOLOOLABA MOB PACE

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

For 3yo-&-older pacing fillies & mares.

Participants for Race 4: THE PENINSULAR BEACHFRONT RESORT MOOLOOLABA MOB PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Heaven's Mark2434XHeaven's Mark1FtJohn MorrisonWon both her trials since looking near enough last winter. Drawn to contend.
2Baltimore Again490X0Baltimore Again2FtRicky MayGot back & stayed back from barrier 14 last time. Draw upgrade. First4 claims.
3Summer Rose45Summer Rose3FtRoss HoughtonWorked home well enough late last week. Draw works out again. Each way.
4Better Be Quick6343X3Better Be Quick4FtJohn DunnPlenty to like about her resuming 3rd 20 Jun. Should only be fitter. Key hope.
5Keep SmilingKeep Smiling5FtBob ButtWon three trials, including beating Spankem, ahead of debut. Market watch.
6Arden Seascape23Arden Seascape6FtTim WilliamsShowed plenty of zip and verve in two starts. Now with the Telfers. Keep safe.
7Do You Wanna DanceDo You Wanna Dance7FtRobbie CloseUnbeaten in both public runs & qualified in a brisk time. A major player.
8Bettor Than LizzyBettor Than Lizzy8FtCarter Dalgety(J)Daughter of top mare & qualified as a 2YO. 2nd to #7 25 Jun trials. Threat.
9Delighted40Delighted9Ft  
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10Wyda Wake80Wyda Wake10FtJim CurtinFair efforts in two career starts. Should do minimal work. First4s preferred.
11Assisi Lover62466Assisi Lover11Ft  
12Captain JoanX69X94Captain Joan12FtWilson House(J)Best career run to date when 4th here 06 Jun. Handy maiden field though.
Best Bets: Better Be Quick (4),   Do You Wanna Dance (7),   Bettor Than Lizzy (8),   Keep Smiling (5)
Star Trialist: Do You Wanna Dance - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 18/06/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-29.5, 800m: 57.7, 400m: 28.5, Margins: 6 len, 1 1/4len, 3 3/4len.
Gear Changes: Arden Seascape (6): SL-Off, Baltimore Again (2): P-On, Summer Rose (3): BL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

BETAVET PRODUCTS STOCKED AT GARRARDS MOBILE PACE

$14,000, WITH COND. JUNIOR DRIVERS RATING PENALTY FREE., 1980m

For 4 yrs & older pacers with 1 win for lifetime. This race is for Junior Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race.

Participants for Race 5: BETAVET PRODUCTS STOCKED AT GARRARDS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Carbon322225Carbon1FtNikita Burton(J)Recovered after early error 27 Jun. Back to the mobile. Right in the fight.
2Melton Magnate863327Melton Magnate2FtDevon Dolan(J)Lacked another gear after landing the trail 20 Jun. Can bounce back. Place.
3Quicker Than Quick222335Quicker Than Quick3FtSam Thornley(J)Been thereabouts in six starts since his maiden win. Helpful draw. Top3/4 claims
4Saucy Delight5X41Saucy Delight4FtMax Hill(J)Smart success in front 19 Jun in nice time. Heads north, but keep onside.
5Rockingood215434Rockingood5FtSeth Hill(J)Useful efforts since clearing maidens & has gate speed to use. In the mix again.
6Donttelltheboys937X76Donttelltheboys6FtOlivia Thornley(J)In need of the run when 6th here 20 Jun. Should improve but will need to.
7Chicago Bear69X05XChicago Bear7FtCarter Dalgety(J)Stable change since flattering to deceive in 2024. Trial winner. Market watch.
8A Dancing Rocka570X64A Dancing Rocka8FtGemma Thornley(J)Earnest attempts in Sunday racing in two starts back. First4s from draw.
9The Beach House434406The Beach House9FtWilson House(J)Fair 6th here 22 Jun after two months away. Draw adds to his challenge. Odds.
Best Bets: Saucy Delight (4),   Carbon (1),   Chicago Bear (7),   Rockingood (5)
Best Mile Rates: Saucy Delight (1-56.6),   Chicago Bear (1-57.5),   Rockingood (1-58.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Chicago Bear - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 25/06/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-30.4, 800m: 57.1, 400m: 27.8, Margins: 2 1/2len, 2 1/4len, 1 1/4len.
Gear Changes: Carbon (1): RD-Off, BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

WOODLANDS STUD THANKS BUYERS HANDICAP TROT

$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R48 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m

For R48 & faster 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 6: WOODLANDS STUD THANKS BUYERS HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Love Walked In553144Love Walked In1FtBen HopeHauled in after doing work here 22 Jun. Up against top types here. First4s.
2Rachmaninov939486RachmaninovU1FtGemma Thornley(J)Mixing his efforts, and generally further down the grades. Looking for luck.
3Cormoran Strike633392Cormoran Strike110Robbie CloseError in formline 13 Jun, but showing spark otherwise. Add to combinations.
4Moses913464Moses210Gerard O'ReillyTidy enough 4th here 20 Jun. Gets 30m head start on key dangers. Has claims.
5Love N The Port03666XLove N The Port140Matthew WilliamsonGood 2nd in sole trial since Group 1 racing last spring. Sure to threaten.
6Empire City2452X4Empire City240Ricky MayClose 3rd at trials since resuming with gritty 4th 23 May. Worth a look again.
7Jimmy Carter353121Jimmy CarterU140John MorrisonShowed his power and class off 30m here 20 Jun. Can handle 40m. Each way.
Best Bets: Love N The Port (5),   Jimmy Carter (7),   Empire City (6),   Moses (4)
Best Mile Rates: Jimmy Carter (2-01.6),   Love N The Port (2-02.0),   Moses (2-03.0)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

DALLAS & SAM BOYD MOBILE PACE

$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R71, 1980m

For R51 to R71 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 7: DALLAS & SAM BOYD MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Dancing Desire034235Dancing Desire1FtSam Thornley(J)Thereabouts recently from inside draws. Same kind of grade. Combos claims.
2Stickifingers497666Stickifingers2FtOlivia Thornley(J)Comfortably held in recent assignments & similar set-up here. Seeking better.
3Matai Harry186963Matai Harry3FtWilson House(J)Relished the wet conditions here 27 Jun. Steps up in grade here. Roughie.
4Miki Knows435233Miki Knows4FtJohn DunnGritty 3rd here last time & may be able to find the markers here. Right in this.
5Amass383471Amass5FtJohn MorrisonWon early tactical battle to score last week. Steps up, but can maintain form.
6Magician4761X7Magician6FtBlair OrangeOK effort when resuming here 20 Jun. Early position the key. Worth a look.
7Spirit Of Anarchy375324Spirit Of Anarchy7FtCarter Dalgety(J)Customary gate speed on show in June. Should be pressing forward again. EW.
8Always B You317241Always B You8FtTim WilliamsBack south after good northern autumn form. Can improve her course stats.
Best Bets: Miki Knows (4),   Always B You (8),   Amass (5),   Spirit Of Anarchy (7)
Best Mile Rates: Dancing Desire (1-55.5),   Spirit Of Anarchy (1-56.3),   Stickifingers (1-56.4)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

GIRLS ON TOUR SYNDICATE 'SILK ROAD' WINTER SERIES (HCP TROT)

$17,000, 3YO & OLDER F&M R41 TO R65 SPECHCP, 2600m

For R41 to R65 3yo-&-older trotting fillies & mares. Front: R41 to R50. 10m: R51 to R57. 20m: R58 to R65.

Participants for Race 8: GIRLS ON TOUR SYNDICATE 'SILK ROAD' WINTER SERIES (HCP TROT)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Princess Sadie529X11Princess Sadie1FtMatthew WilliamsonUnbeaten in both standing starts this time in. Mare on the rise. Top pick.
2Four Wise Women68970XFour Wise Women2FtTim WilliamsTough spring after winning three straight in 2024 autumn. Good trials 2nd. Place
3Buffy Northstains003325Buffy Northstains3FtMia Holbrough(J)Caught the eye out wide here 27 Jun. Mixed at times from a stand start. Combos.
4Waihemo Hannah142227Waihemo Hannah4FtBlair OrangeLacked late punch behind #6 here 22 Jun. This is a stronger field too. First4s.
5Holly Highlander446352Holly Highlander5FtSam Thornley(J)Strong 2nd in R40-50 grade last week. No fears of stand starts. Top 3/4 hope.
6Lottie's Moment317711Lottie's MomentU1FtRicky MayHandled step up in grade with 22 Jun success. Holding her form well. Consider.
7Galleons Ambassador259X60Galleons Ambassador110John MorrisonNot at her sharpest in two runs back. 10m adds to challenge, but can place.
8Vertigo743381Vertigo210Lawrence McCormickBounced back to form with 27 Jun success. Handles stand starts too. Has claims.
9I Dream Of Jeannie649555I Dream Of Jeannie120John DunnBit more like her old self with solid 5th here 27 Jun. Quick beginner. Keep safe
10Paige117736Paige220Sheree TomlinsonOK when finding clear air late 27 Jun. Tends to get away safely. Trifectas must.
Best Bets: Princess Sadie (1),   Lottie's Moment (6),   I Dream Of Jeannie (9),   Vertigo (8)
Best Mile Rates: Paige (2-02.9),   I Dream Of Jeannie (2-03.1),   Galleons Ambassador (2-05.0)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: Four Wise Women - 2nd of 7, N Cnty TOA, 25/06/25, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-28.4, 800m: 58.9, 400m: 27.9, Margins: neck, 6 1/4len, neck.
Gear Changes: Four Wise Women (2): FD-Off, RD-On, I Dream Of Jeannie (9): SL-On, Paige (10): P-Off, SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

NZMTC THANKS DEAN SHANNON HANDICAP PACE

$16,500, 3YO & OLDER R45 TO R57 SPECIAL, 2600m

For R45 to R57 3yo-&-older pacers. Front: R45 to R50. 10m: R51 to R57.

Participants for Race 9: NZMTC THANKS DEAN SHANNON HANDICAP PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Happy Harper654618Happy Harper1FtRobbie CloseDidn't give it away from wide spot on Sunday. 6th in sole stand start. First4s.
2Stephs Boy069112Stephs Boy2FtBob ButtBested by his rival in the trail 27 Jun. Only 2 stand starts in 107 outings. EW.
3Sophia Bromac445596Sophia Bromac3FtRiley Harrison(J)3rd at the trials since midfield efforts through autumn/winter. Combos must.
4C C Arden259511C C Arden4FtTim WilliamsPounced impressively to win his last two. Won stand start debut 20Jun. Threat.
5Ocean Of Tears324151Ocean Of Tears5FtJohn MorrisonLanded in a good vein of form & her manners are all important. In the mix.
6Delightful Dreams866942Delightful Dreams6FtWilson House(J)Got the run to suit 27 Jun but kept on trying. Good combos bait in this grade.
7Classie Linc057360Classie LincU1FtSheree TomlinsonHad a genuine excuse here on Sunday. Not a mile away prior. Could surprise.
8Ebury Street318X70Ebury Street110Carter Dalgety(J)Mid-race shuffle didn't help 20 Jun but struggled late. Seeking improvement.
9Mr Cash Man467329Mr Cash Man210Matthew WilliamsonCouldn't find extra after mid-race move 20 Jun. Better than that. Can atone.
Best Bets: C C Arden (4),   Ocean Of Tears (5),   Mr Cash Man (9),   Stephs Boy (2)
Best Mile Rates: C C Arden (2-01.8),   Sophia Bromac (2-03.0),   Mr Cash Man (2-04.6)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: Stephs Boy (2): BL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE

$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R47, 1980m

For R40 to R47 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 10: GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Sugar Babe5X1Sugar Babe1FtBlair OrangeSmart maiden win here 20 Jun & lands into the ace draw. Can double up.
2Forever Dream2349X1Forever Dream2FtCarter Dalgety(J)Rattled home for 20 Jun win. Both career wins have been at 1980m. Danger.
3Super Fund455214Super Fund3FtWilson House(J)Not far off at Winton after his Timaru win. Past winner here. Multiples spice.
4Toby Tom B303215Toby Tom B4FtSam Thornley(J)Doesn't win out of turn but nice win in front 13 Jun. Fair 5th since. Combos.
5Timbimboo195282Timbimboo5FtRobbie CloseTried hard behind Stephs Boy 15 Jun. Trifectas option with course/distance stats
6McKendrick54XP74McKendrick6FtRiley Harrison(J)Tidy enough 4th 27 Jun in first run at Addington for a while. Don't disregard.
7Troubleshooter024850Troubleshooter7FtRicky MayMixing her attempts recently, and draws out wide again. Want right price.
8Miki Flybye1X2022Miki FlybyeU1FtTim WilliamsJust caught by #2 20 Jun but can't fault his willingness. Look for him late.
Best Bets: Forever Dream (2),   Sugar Babe (1),   Miki Flybye (8),   McKendrick (6)
Best Mile Rates: Miki Flybye (1-57.3),   Timbimboo (1-57.4),   Forever Dream (1-57.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Runner Index
 
A Dancing Rocka -  Race 5
Always B You -  Race 7
Amass -  Race 7
Amendment -  Race 2
Arden Seascape -  Race 4
Assisi Lover -  Race 4
Baltimore Again -  Race 4
Berrettini -  Race 3
Better Be Quick -  Race 4
Bettor Than Lizzy -  Race 4
Blackjack -  Race 3
Brett's Mate -  Race 2
Buffy Northstains -  Race 8
Captain Joan -  Race 4
Carbon -  Race 5
C C Arden -  Race 9
Cheer The Captain -  Race 1
Chicago Bear -  Race 5
Classie Linc -  Race 9
Connie Golightly -  Race 3
Cormoran Strike -  Race 6
Dancing Desire -  Race 7
Delighted -  Race 4
Delightful Dreams -  Race 9
Desbois -  Race 2
Didjamakeanimprint -  Race 3
Donttelltheboys -  Race 5
Do You Wanna Dance -  Race 4
Ebury Street -  Race 9
Empire City -  Race 6
Forever Dream -  Race 10
Four Wise Women -  Race 8
Galleons Ambassador -  Race 8
Happy Harper -  Race 9
Heaven's Mark -  Race 4
Here Comes Marty -  Race 3
Holly Highlander -  Race 8
I Dream Of Jeannie -  Race 8
I'm Rockin -  Race 1
Jack's Eyre -  Race 3
Jimmy Carter -  Race 6
Keep Smiling -  Race 4
Koko Kaboom -  Race 2
Kotare Argent -  Race 3
Kotare Kelso -  Race 1
Lookslikeatrixter -  Race 2
Lottie's Moment -  Race 8
Love N The Port -  Race 6
Love Walked In -  Race 6
Magician -  Race 7
Major Doosie -  Race 2
Matai Harry -  Race 7
McKendrick -  Race 10
Melton Magnate -  Race 5
Miki Flybye -  Race 10
Miki Knows -  Race 7
Moses -  Race 6
Mr Cash Man -  Race 9
Music Mistress -  Race 1
Ocean Of Tears -  Race 9
Paige -  Race 8
Pioneer -  Race 1
Princess Sadie -  Race 8
Quicker Than Quick -  Race 5
Rachmaninov -  Race 6
Riptide -  Race 3
Rockingood -  Race 5
Saucy Delight -  Race 5
Shadow Creek -  Race 3
Sheila Laxon -  Race 2
Sophia Bromac -  Race 9
Special Effects -  Race 2
Spirit Of Anarchy -  Race 7
Star On The Rocks -  Race 3
Stephs Boy -  Race 9
Stickifingers -  Race 7
Sugar Babe -  Race 10
Summer Rose -  Race 4
Super Fund -  Race 10
The Beach House -  Race 5
Timbimboo -  Race 10
Toby Tom B -  Race 10
Troubleshooter -  Race 10
Trump Card -  Race 1
Vertigo -  Race 8
Waihemo Hannah -  Race 8
Whats Wanted -  Race 2
Wuhan -  Race 1
Wyda Wake -  Race 4
Zarlini -  Race 1