NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 5 July
- Race Number:
- Race 1
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WELCOME TO FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS TROT
$13,950, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER MR40 TO MR45, 2600m
For MR40 to MR45 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 9X0870 | Peaks Moment | 1 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | On mobile debut after showing little this time in. First4 fringes from the ace. |
| 2 |  | X05088 | Ellamon | 2 | Ft | John Dunn | Soft trips recently but hasn't lifted at business end. Mobile debut. Rough odds. |
| 3 |  | 277524 | Penelope Hall | 3 | Ft | John Versteeg | Less than a combined 2.5L away in last two starts. No stars here. Each way. |
| 4 |  | 6X5946 | King Of Diamonds | 4 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | 30-start maiden, but only his 2nd mobile attempt. May be over the odds in this. |
| 5 |  | 00X090 | Mode | 5 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Battled fresh 23 Jun before mistake behind tapes 30 Jun. Can edge closer. |
| 6 |  | 080002 | Pyramid Rose | U1 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Showed her real worth with slashing 2nd at Winton. Similar takes her close. |
| 7 |  | 05X700 | Bonjour Paris | U2 | Ft | Jason Thomas | Manners a real issue in three starts back. One more chance. Place best. |
| 8 |  | 047X88 | She's Got Sass | U3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Contrasting 8ths in two late June starts. Better than that. In the mix. |
| Best Bets: Pyramid Rose (6), She's Got Sass (8), Penelope Hall (3), King Of Diamonds (4) | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Ellamon (2): FD-Off, RD-On, SL-On, Peaks Moment (1): BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 2
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IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE
$15,263, NON-WINNERS 2YO & OLDER, 1980m
For 2yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Mandala | 1 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Bested by #4 in final trial ahead of debut. Draw an assist. Can play a part. | |
| 2 |  | 3 | The Jolly Roger | 2 | Ft | John Dunn | Worked mid-race before getting caught last week. Drawn to be a major player. |
| 3 |  | Heaven Forbid | 3 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Strong late for 3rd in 26 Jun qualifier. Better for the outing. Multiples. | |
| 4 |  | 6X | Lakelsa | 4 | Ft | Robbie Close | Won both trials since resuming & better for brief March campaign. Each way. |
| 5 | | 3 | The Highwayman | 5 | Ft | Tim Williams | Lost few fans with gritty 3rd on debut. Improvement from that. Keep onside. |
| 6 |  | Brandi Snapp | 6 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Qualified at first attempt 02 Apr. Held on for 26 Jun trial win. Not the worst. | |
| 7 |  | 2 | Heaven's Mark | 7 | Ft | John Morrison | Part of a strong stable squadron 21 Jun. Sprightly debut. Can go on with it. |
| 8 |  | 5 | La Concha | 8 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Early work last week but weakened out. Draw no help tonight. First4s. |
| 9 | | 4947X2 | Wuhan | 9 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Very brave 2nd fresh-up 23 Jun from tough draw. Wide alley again. Upset. |
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| 10 |  | 060 | Bronski | 10 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Offered little 21 Jun after tough run in transit 14 Jun. Shortcuts required. |
| 11 |  | 3 | Happy Harper | 11 | Ft | Blair Orange | Showed some of mum's speed in debut 3rd. Run through may work. Consider. |
| 12 | | X44895 | Carving Up | 12 | Ft | Ricky May | Failed to find extra from nice trip 21 Jun. Tougher draw here. True odds. |
| 13 |  | 57 | Tipstar | 13 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Beaten by double-figure margins from the ace recently. Draw makes this hard. |
| Best Bets: The Jolly Roger (2), Lakelsa (4), The Highwayman (5), Heaven's Mark (7) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Brandi Snapp - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 26/06/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-31.9, 800m: 57.7, 400m: 28.5, Margins: 1/2 neck, 1 1/2len, 2 1/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Bronski (10): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 3
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HYDROFLOW TROT
$14,213, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER MR47 TO MR50, 2600m
For MR47 to MR50 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 079X3 | Midnight Diamond | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Smart when clear on Sunday. Strips fitter & manners are better. Multiples. |
| 2 |  | 88X233 | Petite Trixton | 2 | Ft | Kerryn Tomlinson(J) | Done little wrong in three starts back. Slightly fresh here. A key contender. |
| 3 |  | 354X | Megaband | 3 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Improved quickly between 19 Jun & 26 Jun trials. May be over the odds. |
| 4 |  | 4 | Royal Grace | 4 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Lost few fans on 23 Jun debut despite slow getaway. Capable of playing a part. |
| 5 |  | 02X5 | Natives Blazin Son | 5 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Looking sharp before late mistake on Sunday. No tougher tonight. Combos. |
| 6 | | One Mhor For Heather | 6 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Half-sister to some nice types. Slashing late to win 26 Jun trial. Each way. | |
| 7 |  | D | Clovelly Hill | 7 | Ft | Robbie Close | Disqualified for mistake 14 Jun but a big recovery after error. Worth a look. |
| 8 |  | 6X5623 | Aspirational Dream | 8 | Ft | John Morrison | Been thereabouts in 4 starts back, particularly last two. Sure to be supported. |
| 9 | | 50 | Oliver | 9 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Honest late after mid-race break 09 Jun. Can't afford to give them a head start. |
| Best Bets: Petite Trixton (2), One Mhor For Heather (6), Aspirational Dream (8), Royal Grace (4) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: One Mhor For Heather - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 26/06/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-29.5, 800m: 60.4, 400m: 30.7, Margins: 1 1/4len, head, head. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Megaband (3): FD-Off, RD-On, Oliver (9): HH-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 4
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WOODLANDS STUD (JUNIOR DRIVERS) PACE
$13,950, 4YO & OLDER R45 TO R55 JUN.DRV, 2000m
For R45 to R55 4yo-&-older pacers. This race is for Junior Drivers only. Rating Penalty Free Race.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | X17543 | Miki Bennett | 1 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Good 3rd in R50-55 affair 14 Jun. Botched sole stand start Feb 2023. Can atone. |
| 2 |  | 755245 | Tempo Warrior | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Handles the stand start well & gets into this nicely. A key contender throughout |
| 3 |  | 996713 | Star Magic | 3 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Backed up R35-39 win with gritty 3rd 16 Jun. This field's more talented. Place. |
| 4 | | 421402 | Style Council | 4 | Ft | Henry Sail(J) | Got going late for 3rd 26 Jun trials. Honest, but others may have more upside. |
| 5 |  | 804271 | Sky Rocket | 5 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Got up to score 26 Jun trials since R40-45 win here 09 Jun. Not out of this. |
| 6 |  | 245188 | He's A Bay | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Not looking that tractable or sharp since Rangiora win. Needs to improve. |
| 7 |  | 350625 | Foveaux Gambler | 7 | Ft | Alana Cameron(J) | Got shuffled back here 30 Jun & usually gets away from a stand. Could surprise. |
| 8 | | 548584 | Flying Bird | 8 | Ft | Kerryn Tomlinson(J) | Running on late in last three starts here. Stand start debut. Upset claims. |
| Best Bets: Tempo Warrior (2), Miki Bennett (1), Sky Rocket (5), Flying Bird (8) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Foveaux Gambler (2-02.8), He's A Bay (2-03.9), Star Magic (2-04.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Sky Rocket - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 26/06/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-23.4, 800m: 57.0, 400m: 28.6, Margins: 1/2 head, 3 1/2len, 1/2len. | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 5
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FAHEY FENCE HIRE HANDICAP TROT
$14,213, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R50 SPECIAL, 2600m
For R35 to R50 3yo-&-older trotters. Front: R35 to R39. 10m: R40 to R50.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 442864 | Brian Beatt | 1 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Caught the eye through the middle on Sunday. Quick getaway the key. Place. |
| 2 |  | 15 | Dark Ghana | 1 | 10 | Ricky May | Handled step up in grade with aplomb 21 Jun. Looks to have a future. EW. |
| 3 |  | 475X41 | Crown The Moment | 2 | 10 | Henry Sail(J) | Did it tough on Sunday but was too good. Back 10m but can maintain his form. |
| 4 |  | 786529 | Paris Prince | 3 | 10 | Blair Orange | Fair when clear here last Friday. All eyes on him at the start as usual. Combos. |
| 5 |  | 7406X9 | It's So Easy | 4 | 10 | Peter Davis | Not happy in her action at times last week. Drops back in grade. Roughie. |
| 6 | | 6742X8 | Quik Sharnie | 5 | 10 | Robbie Holmes | Tired late last Friday but did plenty of work. Smaller field will help. Upset. |
| 7 | | 1 | Fear And Faith | 6 | 10 | John Morrison | Punters backed her on 23 Jun debut & she delivered. Capable of doubling up. |
| 8 | | 7P18X5 | Mavis Jones | 7 | 10 | Matthew Williamson | Didn't have all favours fresh last Friday. Joins big group on 10m. Multiples. |
| 9 | | 039163 | Bravehearthighlander | U1 | 10 | John Dunn | Big recovery for 3rd last Friday & noticeable drop in class. Stick with him. |
| Best Bets: Bravehearthighlander (9), Dark Ghana (2), Fear And Faith (7), Crown The Moment (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Paris Prince (2-04.8), Bravehearthighlander (2-05.1), It's So Easy (2-05.6) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 6
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HRNZ DIRECTORS APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN MOBILE PACE
$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R50 TO R55, 2600m
For R50 to R55 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 1 | Watching Brief | 1 | Ft | John Morrison | Plenty in reserve when leading & winning 21 Jun. New test, but can feature. |
| 2 |  | 550814 | Knockshanbally | 2 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Good efforts in amateurs in June. This is a bit harder. Multiples preferred. |
| 3 |  | 8X1471 | Commander Joe | 3 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Powerful effort from nice run 21 Jun. Stronger field tonight, but consider. |
| 4 |  | 030216 | Major Hipster | 4 | Ft | Ricky May | Got back a little last Friday but could have shown more. Give another chance. |
| 5 |  | 517879 | What A Minx | 5 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Comfortably held in up-to-R55 mares' field 14 Jun. No easier tonight. First4s. |
| 6 |  | 1519X3 | Justcallmemiki | 6 | Ft | Blair Orange | Will only be sharper for his fresh 3rd 21 Jun. More options from draw. Threat. |
| 7 | | 0X3040 | Maren Franco | 7 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Mixing her efforts in four starts back. Tends to like a sit-sprint. Roughie. |
| 8 |  | 943553 | Warloch | 8 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Finding the line nicely in last three. Draw advantage for others. Place best. |
| 9 | | 0X5241 | Defy Me | 9 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Too gritty here 14 Jun. Another step up tonight. Has claims despite draw. |
| Best Bets: Justcallmemiki (6), Commander Joe (3), Defy Me (9), Major Hipster (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: What A Minx (2-02.2), Warloch (2-02.4) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
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- Race 7
- Race Time:
AVON CITY FORD MOBILE TROT
$17,500, 3YO & OLDER R48 TO R70, R71 TO R75 WITH COND., 1980m
For R48 to R70 3yo-&-older trotters. Also R71 to R75 if driven by a concession junior driver. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 070954 | Martha Stuart | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 | | 7237X0 | The Fox | 2 | Ft | Peter Davis | Switches to preferred mobile start after error fresh 28 Jun. Take on trust. |
| 3 | | 007X23 | Brett's Mate | 3 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Returned in fine fettle including first mobile placing 14 Jun. Top3/4 option. |
| 4 | | 087034 | Galleons Ambassador | 4 | Ft | John Morrison | Big 3rd from mobile 14 Jun. OK here 21 Jun but stable is humming. Consider. |
| 5 |  | 4427X2 | Spy Da Moment | 5 | Ft | Ricky May | Very bold 2nd fresh up 21 Jun. Mobile another key assist. Not the worst. |
| 6 | | 860001 | Pyramid Mystic | 6 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Rattled home for R35-55 win 23 Jun. Always had ability. Adds to puzzle. |
| 7 | | 5X4144 | Mad Jack | 7 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Worked mid-race 28 Jun but weakened in front. Won only mobile. Place. |
| 8 | | 11X513 | Mr Love | 8 | Ft | Henry Sail(J,cl) | Kept coming for 26 Jun trial win. 3rd to Bet N Win 17 May franks well. EW. |
| 9 |  | 413112 | George Eliot | U1 | Ft | Robbie Close | One of the stars of the autumn & winter. Good again 28 Jun. Keep onside. |
| Best Bets: Mr Love (8), George Eliot (9), Pyramid Mystic (6), Spy Da Moment (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Mr Love (1-59.6), Galleons Ambassador (2-00.5), George Eliot (2-00.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Mr Love - 1st of 7, N Cnty TOA, 26/06/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-27.4, 800m: 59.2, 400m: 29.2, Margins: nose, 1 1/2len, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: George Eliot (9): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Mad Jack to Jonny Cox at Leeston | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 8
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GRAPHITE DEVELOPMENTS PACE
$15,000, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2600m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 232333 | Heaven | 1 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Formline tells a familiar pattern. Usually steps well. Great place bait. |
| 2 | | 4222X8 | The Night Fox | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Circumstances didn't pan out on Sunday. Will hunt the markers early. EW. |
| 3 |  | 59X65 | Rockin Roman | 3 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Squeezed for space late on Sunday but looked handy. Could be over the odds. |
| 4 | | The Diamond Hunter | 4 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Two strong 2nds at trials to tighten for his debut. Can fill a Top3/4 spot. | |
| 5 | | 433 | Bad Habits | 5 | Ft | Robbie Close | Gained support in all 3 career starts. Stand start debut but should have fans. |
| 6 |  | 6X80X4 | Franco Elvis | 6 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Tried to steal a break on Sunday but caught late. May press forward. Consider. |
| 7 |  | 5 | Sweet Trixie | 7 | Ft | John Morrison | Honest 5th after getting back here 16 Jun on debut. Tougher tonight. Combos. |
| 8 |  | 258 | Black Billie Gee | 8 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Safely away to get stand start ticket 18 Jun. Nice debut 2nd 19 May. Upset. |
| 9 | | 0 | Ballyspellane | 9 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Raced too keenly in Sunday's debut. Can't afford errors tonight. Look to others. |
| 10 |  | 9670 | Major Tommy | 10 | Ft | ||
| Best Bets: Bad Habits (5), The Night Fox (2), Franco Elvis (6), Heaven (1) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: The Diamond Hunter - 2nd of 7, N Cnty TOA, 19/06/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-31.4, 800m: 58.2, 400m: 28.6, Margins: 1 len, 3 1/2len, 1/2len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Black Billie Gee (8): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 9
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GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R49, 2600m
For R35 to R49 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 922509 | Jaccka Opa | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Tardy start no help last Friday. Rerverts to mobile. Give another chance. |
| 2 | | 633122 | Haley Robyn | 2 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Brave 2nds from wide draws down south. Two-time winner here. Multiples. |
| 3 | | 123732 | Sargent Best | 3 | Ft | Kerryn Tomlinson(J) | Possesses sharp sprint when near the speed. Draw helps for that. Place. |
| 4 |  | 933145 | Auntie Deb | 4 | Ft | Luke Tabone(J) | Done nothing wrong since 09 Jun maiden win. Draw makes her a contender. |
| 5 | | 244762 | Franco Hoffman | 5 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Gritty effort on Sunday & slots in a couple of slots closer. Combos enhancer. |
| 6 | | 021127 | Black Mach | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Couldn't go on after tough run in front 28 Jun. Drops down in grade. Keep safe. |
| 7 | | X08052 | Harrison | 7 | Ft | John Morrison | Bold 2nd here 21 Jun & finds an even more suitable field. Right in the fight. |
| 8 |  | 471 | Keeping It Kiwi | 8 | Ft | ||
| 9 | | 743480 | Judgement Bay | 9 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Early burn didn't pay off last Friday. Gate speed tested from #9. Odds. |
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| 10 | | 41726X | Threebeersdeep | 10 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Cheeky late for 2nd 18 Jun trials. Good 4th fresh in December. Just needs gaps. |
| 11 | | 2238X6 | Fusion Reactor | 11 | Ft | John Dunn | Naughty early here 21 Jun but recovered well. Taken on better field. Can figure. |
| 12 | | 303031 | Choco Lou | 12 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Ended 12-month drought with last Friday's win. May look for last say here. |
| 13 | | 999076 | Fast Ace | U1 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Quiet 5th at 26 Jun trials since autumn campaign. Tough ask fresh-up. |
| Best Bets: Harrison (7), Threebeersdeep (10), Fusion Reactor (11), Auntie Deb (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Harrison (1-59.6), Jaccka Opa (2-00.3), Franco Hoffman (2-00.6) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Choco Lou (12): BL-Off, SL-On Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
Aspirational Dream - Race 3
Auntie Deb - Race 9
Bad Habits - Race 8
Ballyspellane - Race 8
Black Billie Gee - Race 8
Black Mach - Race 9
Bonjour Paris - Race 1
Brandi Snapp - Race 2
Bravehearthighlander - Race 5
Brett's Mate - Race 7
Brian Beatt - Race 5
Bronski - Race 2
Carving Up - Race 2
Choco Lou - Race 9
Clovelly Hill - Race 3
Commander Joe - Race 6
Crown The Moment - Race 5
Dark Ghana - Race 5
Defy Me - Race 6
Ellamon - Race 1
Fast Ace - Race 9
Fear And Faith - Race 5
Flying Bird - Race 4
Foveaux Gambler - Race 4
Franco Elvis - Race 8
Franco Hoffman - Race 9
Fusion Reactor - Race 9
Galleons Ambassador - Race 7
George Eliot - Race 7
Haley Robyn - Race 9
Happy Harper - Race 2
Harrison - Race 9
Heaven - Race 8
Heaven Forbid - Race 2
Heaven's Mark - Race 2
He's A Bay - Race 4
It's So Easy - Race 5
Jaccka Opa - Race 9
Judgement Bay - Race 9
Justcallmemiki - Race 6
Keeping It Kiwi - Race 9
King Of Diamonds - Race 1
Knockshanbally - Race 6
La Concha - Race 2
Lakelsa - Race 2
Mad Jack - Race 7
Major Hipster - Race 6
Major Tommy - Race 8
Mandala - Race 2
Maren Franco - Race 6
Martha Stuart - Race 7
Mavis Jones - Race 5
Megaband - Race 3
Midnight Diamond - Race 3
Miki Bennett - Race 4
Mode - Race 1
Mr Love - Race 7
Natives Blazin Son - Race 3
Oliver - Race 3
One Mhor For Heather - Race 3
Paris Prince - Race 5
Peaks Moment - Race 1
Penelope Hall - Race 1
Petite Trixton - Race 3
Pyramid Mystic - Race 7
Pyramid Rose - Race 1
Quik Sharnie - Race 5
Rockin Roman - Race 8
Royal Grace - Race 3
Sargent Best - Race 9
She's Got Sass - Race 1
Sky Rocket - Race 4
Spy Da Moment - Race 7
Star Magic - Race 4
Style Council - Race 4
Sweet Trixie - Race 8
Tempo Warrior - Race 4
The Diamond Hunter - Race 8
The Fox - Race 7
The Highwayman - Race 2
The Jolly Roger - Race 2
The Night Fox - Race 8
Threebeersdeep - Race 9
Tipstar - Race 2
Warloch - Race 6
Watching Brief - Race 6
What A Minx - Race 6
Wuhan - Race 2