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Meeting: WELCOME TO SPRING RACE NIGHT (WELCOME TO SPRING RACE NIGHT)
Last updated 29/08/2025 at 10:59 am
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

STEVO'S 75 AND STILL FLYING MOBILE PACE

$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R38 TO R45, 1980m

For R38 to R45 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 1: STEVO'S 75 AND STILL FLYING MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Burnham Girl0X1277Burnham Girl1FtSamantha OttleyNot at her sharpest since 18 Jul 2nd here. Drawn to play more of a part.
2Sugar Babe5X183Sugar Babe2FtCarter Dalgety(J)Worked home when clear late 01 Aug & inside draw provides options. Consider.
3Donttelltheboys763254Donttelltheboys3FtColin DeFilippiRaced better than his price last time & has similar set-up tonight. Don't ignore
4Stylish Lustre8177Stylish Lustre4FtJohn MorrisonFinding her feet in both runs out of maidens. Seeking improvement tonight.
5Tact Teva1225XTact Teva5FtTim WilliamsRan 2nd to Marketplace in early October. No trials, but should have admirers.
6Delightful Dreams228646Delightful Dreams6FtWilson House(J)Not much went her way here 22 Aug but has been racing well. Trifectas hope.
7Riptide2131Riptide7FtTerry ChmielForging a nice record & bonus run in this grade after Oamaru win. Top pick.
8Spirit DownunderX4117XSpirit Downunder8FtBlair OrangeComes in fresh after looking capable in autumn. Sticky draw but could upset.
9Delightful Peg1401X2Delightful Peg9FtMatthew WilliamsonUsed gate speed from this draw at Oamaru to go close. Will require similar.
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10BerrettiniX14671Berrettini10FtRobbie CloseShowed plenty of ticker for 15 Aug win. Harder here & draw may not assist.
11Captain Cool53X1Captain Cool11FtJohn DunnCarved out solid mile rate for Oamaru win. Up in grade, but could place.
12Samvasa604039Samvasa12FtJim CurtinBeaten a fair way out last week after working hard. Looking for luck from draw.
Best Bets: Riptide (7),   Tact Teva (5),   Sugar Babe (2),   Donttelltheboys (3)
Best Mile Rates: Delightful Dreams (1-56.6),   Delightful Peg (1-56.7),   Spirit Downunder (1-57.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Tact Teva (5): CC-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

JOHN JONES STEEL MOBILE TROT

$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R45, 1980m

For R35 to R45 3yo-&-older trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 2: JOHN JONES STEEL MOBILE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Musclynn662763Musclynn1FtPhilippa WakelinBuilt nicely to Sunday's 3rd. Just fair course stats but can sneak Top3/4.
2Lipstick1643Lipstick2FtPeter DavisLooked handy in brief career. Mobile practice worked at the trials. Each way.
3Origin231542Origin3FtJim CurtinGave plenty of cheek in front 15 Aug. July win was from the mobile. Smokey.
4Royal Diedre041008Royal Diedre4FtAlan BeecroftForm has flattened since her easy 15 Jul victory. Better than that. Rough claims
5Aradne831006Aradne5FtSheree TomlinsonHinted at a return to form with Rangiora 6th. Trip in transit is make or break.
6Brian Beatt321060Brian Beatt6FtAmanda TomlinsonMay appreciate mobile after error here 20 Jun. Want right price tonight though.
7Millie Let Loose149433Millie Let Loose7FtJohn MorrisonTrotting as well as ever at the moment. 4th in her sole mobile. Right in this.
8Birdy2411Birdy8FtBlair OrangeEarned her wide draw, but she's trotting like a toff. Chance despite barrier #8.
9Bevron7X7316Bevron9FtOlivia Thornley(J)Was in at the deep end at Oamaru. Good mobile win prior. Blowout hope.
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10Jordan Anne661235Jordan Anne10FtMatthew WilliamsonConsistent mare only slightly undone by the draw here. Can fill Top3 spot though
11Tactical Bid30X751Tactical Bid11FtBob ButtBig recovery to win at Rangiora on Sunday. Has tricks but has a motor too.
12Granny Rose345512Granny Rose12FtKyle CameronGave a good sight at Rangiora. Drops back to 2nd row, but add to trifectas.
13Aldebaran Crystal617174Aldebaran Crystal13FtJohn DunnWell supported in two runs since 20 Jul success. Will have admirers again.
14Peaknmonkey737689PeaknmonkeyU1FtRobbie CloseMobile racing hasn't produced results since mid-June. Prefer to watch here.
Best Bets: Birdy (8),   Tactical Bid (11),   Aldebaran Crystal (13),   Millie Let Loose (7)
Best Mile Rates: Peaknmonkey (2-02.1),   Bevron (2-02.9),   Origin (2-03.1)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Brian Beatt (6): BL-Off, Jordan Anne (10): RD-Off, BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Granny Rose to Matt Purvis at Woodend Beach
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

MAIA HEALTH FOUNDATION MOBILE PACE

$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R46 TO R50, 1980m

For R46 to R50 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 3: MAIA HEALTH FOUNDATION MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Auntie Deb445226Auntie Deb1FtSheree TomlinsonVery smart last Friday and gets a great upgrade in draws. Place prospect.
2Dave Duley304X55Dave Duley2FtJohn DunnHad his chance from the trail here 15 Aug. Can land handy again. Combos best.
3Trump Card155287Trump Card3FtBlair OrangeWent back from wide draw last Friday & too hard after. Stick with him here.
4Matai Harry635659Matai Harry4FtWilson House(J)Draw dictated his options last week. Honest attempts prior. First4s with gaps.
5RustenburgX93831Rustenburg5FtGerard O'ReillyCut the ribbons loose for easy 15 Aug win. Up in grade, but capable of repeating
6Heaven's MarkX61911Heaven's Mark6FtJohn MorrisonPlaced perfectly for her two wins in August. Another step up here but can place.
7Mystery Beach231012Mystery Beach7FtRobbie CloseUsual solid effort last week. Yet to win in 12 mobile starts though. Place hopes
8Action Major221216Action Major8FtCraig ThornleyEarly burn maybe took its toll late last week. Gate speed an asset. Each way.
9Dancing Desire823844Dancing Desire9Ft  
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10Stickifingers664080Stickifingers10FtOlivia Thornley(J)Soft runs on the markers haven't helped recently. Needs to find more late.
11The Bettor Major49P012The Bettor MajorU1FtMatthew WilliamsonChased gamely behind #6 at Oamaru. Could settle closer here. Has claims.
Best Bets: Rustenburg (5),   Trump Card (3),   Action Major (8),   The Bettor Major (11)
Best Mile Rates: Trump Card (1-55.0),   Stickifingers (1-56.4),   Action Major (1-56.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Trump Card (3): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

ARK FINANCIAL GROUP 2YO MOBILE TROT

$14,000, 2YO, 1980m

For 2-year-old trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 4: ARK FINANCIAL GROUP 2YO MOBILE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Ellagator AlEllagator Al1Ft  
2LandmanLandman2FtBen HopeBacked up 2nd to #1 02 Jul trials with nice 16 Jul trial win. Capable enough.
3Miss MoneypennyMiss Moneypenny3FtKimberly ButtYet to taste defeat in two trials. Sister to Eurostyle & Eurokash. Keep safe.
4Regal Summit4Regal Summit4FtJohn DunnTired late in 13 Jun debut but not far away. Improving trials since. Place.
5TatankaTatanka5FtBob ButtHauled in #4 comfortably to win his 20 Aug qualifier. Can win on debut.
Best Bets: Tatanka (5),   Miss Moneypenny (3),   Landman (2)
Star Trialist: Landman - 1st of 2, N Cnty TOA, 16/07/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-33.8, 800m: 60.9, 400m: 30.7, Margins: 3/4len.
Gear Changes: Regal Summit (4): FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

TABAK BUSINESS SALES & VIVACE 2YO MOBILE PACE

$14,000, 2YO, 1980m

For 2-year-old pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes then Sex (fillies drawn inside colts and geldings) using the track grid.

Participants for Race 5: TABAK BUSINESS SALES & VIVACE 2YO MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Franco Lennon4Franco Lennon1FtTerry ChmielStill learning but nothing wrong with his debut 4th. Talented bunch here. Odds.
2Get Seaside Lucky5Get Seaside Lucky2FtNikita Burton(J)OK 5th on debut 15 Aug. Inside draw an assist, but may find this testing.
3Kensington Mike45XKensington Mike3FtJonny CoxBattled in two March starts. Mixed bag at recent trials. Want right odds.
4Stumblin In2Stumblin In4FtBlair OrangeCaught on the line here 15 Aug. Looks a very sharp customer though. Danger.
5Zeus Lightning1Zeus Lightning5FtOlivia Thornley(J)Zipped late for 3rd in sole trial since classy 01 Aug victory. Will have fans.
6Sonofamistery241XSonofamistery6FtTim WilliamsImpressive win in the Kindergarten in March. 13 Aug trial form stacks up. EW.
7Jumal111XJumal7FtSamantha OttleyPicked up where he left off in autumn with easy 20 Aug trial win. Tough to bowl.
Best Bets: Jumal (7),   Zeus Lightning (5),   Stumblin In (4),   Sonofamistery (6)
Best Mile Rates: Sonofamistery (1-55.3),   Zeus Lightning (1-57.0),   Jumal (1-58.5)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Jumal - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 20/08/25, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-30.3, 800m: 58.6, 400m: 28.3, Margins: 6 3/4len, 3 1/4len, 1 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Kensington Mike (3): RD-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

OLI & MIRIAM HICKMAN & CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL PARISH HCP PACE

$16,000, R51 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY HANDICAP, 2600m

For R51 & faster pacers.

Participants for Race 6: OLI & MIRIAM HICKMAN & CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL PARISH HCP PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Bettor Be Sharp33158XBettor Be Sharp1FtGerard O'ReillyStoic 2nd at trials since good early 2025 form. Tends to need a run or two.
2Miki's Courage8433X0Miki's Courage2FtJohn DunnPay to forgive unlucky 10th in Kurow Cup. Nice set-up here. Stick with him.
3Ebury StreetX70878Ebury Street3FtDevon Dolan(J)Faded into 7th 20 Aug trials since struggling through winter. Hard to have.
4Moonlite Blood49X112Moonlite Blood4FtRobbie CloseContinued smart form with close 2nd 25 Aug. No fear of stand starts. Each way.
5Woodbine Rocks190625Woodbine Rocks5FtLeo O'ReillyAnother one devoid of luck in Kurow Cup. Likes it here. Adds to tricky field.
6Follow Your Dream9326X6Follow Your Dream6FtTim WilliamsBetter for her OK 6th of 8 here 15 Aug. On stand start debut. First4s best.
7Deceptive Lee511X60Deceptive Lee7FtGemma Thornley(J)Flat tyre was no help in the Kurow Cup. Still building fitness. Juicy odds.
8Shepherds Delight294307Shepherds Delight110John MorrisonNot far away in Kurow Cup. Same 10m handicap here. Blowout prospect.
9Got You Covered331047Got You Covered210Matthew WilliamsonDrops back from Maurice Holmes Vase. Needs right run, but can place.
10Next Level170060Next Level310Jonny CoxOK in the Kurow Cup, but lacking the spart through mid-2025. Passing.
11Tokyo Rose90608XTokyo Rose410Blair Orange4th in sole trial ahead of resuming. Doesn't mind stand start. Could surprise.
12Tempo Warrior80540XTempo Warrior510Samantha OttleyAll-round performer who has won six here. May need run under the belt.
13Bryce's Meddle057030Bryce's Meddle610Riley Harrison(J)Handy enough 3rd here 25 Jul but didn't fire in Kurow Cup. Seeking shortcuts.
Best Bets: Miki's Courage (2),   Moonlite Blood (4),   Woodbine Rocks (5),   Got You Covered (9)
Best Mile Rates: Got You Covered (2-00.3),   Deceptive Lee (2-01.7),   Miki's Courage (2-03.0)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: Bettor Be Sharp - 2nd of 11, N Cnty TOA, 20/08/25, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-21.4, 800m: 58.0, 400m: 28.2, Margins: neck, 4 3/4len, 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Bettor Be Sharp (1): SL-Off, Bryce's Meddle (13): SL-On, Moonlite Blood (4): SL-Off, Tokyo Rose (11): BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

LLOYD & JANE HICKMAN & CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL PARISH MOB PACE

$18,000, 4YO & OLDER MARES UP TO & INCLUDING R80 MOBILE, 1980m

For up to & including R80 4yo-&-older pacing mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 7: LLOYD & JANE HICKMAN & CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL PARISH MOB PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Classie Linc360132Classie Linc1FtSheree TomlinsonFound her mojo in July/August but up against the good mares here. First4s.
2Cardi B969X52Cardi B2FtMatthew WilliamsonSpeedy mare who will hunt the lead early. Stronger field, but add to trifectas.
3Amaretto Franco82443XAmaretto Franco3FtCraig ThornleyRan on well in sole trial since last racing in Jan. Good fresh. Rough claims.
4Our Shangri Lana016151Our Shangri Lana4FtBen HopeShowed versality with swooping win last week. Steps up again but can place.
5Boudica082146Boudica5FtSam Thornley(J)Honest attempt last week in first run since May. Better from stand start though.
6Akatea211112Akatea6FtTim WilliamsClimbed quickly through the grades. Head-scratching trial 20 Aug. Market watch.
7Dance Till Dawn04170XDance Till Dawn7FtBlair OrangeAdaptable mare who has won twice fresh. Two trials ahead of resuming. Combos.
8Always B You724131Always B You8FtJohn DunnIn top form through early winter. Yet to win at this trip but worth considering.
9Treacherous Gall3190X0Treacherous Gall9FtBob ButtNot far away after tough ask off 30m in Kurow Cup. Fitter for that. Keep safe.
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10Lakelsa1142X8Lakelsa10FtRobbie CloseStarved for room late in Kurow Cup. Roving commission from 2nd row. Top pick.
Best Bets: Lakelsa (10),   Always B You (8),   Treacherous Gall (9),   Our Shangri Lana (4)
Best Mile Rates: Our Shangri Lana (1-54.3),   Treacherous Gall (1-54.6),   Lakelsa (1-55.4)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Akatea - 1st of 4, Chertsey, 05/08/25, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-06.0, 800m: 56.3, 400m: 26.8, Margins: nose, head, 1 len.
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

THERMO KING HANDICAP TROT

$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R46 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m

For R46 & faster trotters.

Participants for Race 8: THERMO KING HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Brett's Mate315454Brett's Mate1FtKyle CameronGood job in the intermediate grade recently. Handy field. Top 3/4 prospect.
2Holly Highlander458177Holly Highlander2FtMatthew WilliamsonSpace at a premium last week. Had her chance 15 Aug though. Combos best.
3El Conqueror456376El Conqueror3FtBlair OrangeCouldn't go on after leading in lower grade 22 Aug. Needs to find a few lengths.
4Sandfly Bay48X991Sandfly Bay4FtMia Holbrough(J)Took care of R42-45 field at Rangiora. This is her stiffest test to date. Odds.
5Bullit Train214906Bullit Train5FtSamantha OttleyHasn't shown his customary sprint since 4th down south. Seeking improvement.
6Tu Tangata525642Tu Tangata6FtPaul NairnWent close despite error last week. Up in grade, but can give this a real shake.
7Paige633473Paige110Sheree TomlinsonEarnest 3rd in R50-66 grade last week & is thereabouts most weeks. Place hope.
8It's So Easy964019It's So Easy210Peter DavisOutgunned in open-class grade last week. 01 Aug win showed her worth. First4s.
9Ti Amo Belle700055Ti Amo Belle310Tim WilliamsStarting to regain her confidence & doing her best work late last week. Blowout.
10The Royal Gamble223631The Royal Gamble410Sam Thornley(J)Big win after making a mistake last week. Drops back 10m but each way claims.
11Cormoran Strike238451Cormoran Strike510Robbie CloseConsistent enough recently. Handicap not ideal for him, but don't disregard.
12Bounce N Beyond547382Bounce N Beyond120John DunnGrabbed in last furlong by talented type last week. Major player with manners.
13Gold Bullion16X728Gold Bullion135Bob ButtTired after working hard last week. 35m a test but his best takes him close.
Best Bets: Gold Bullion (13),   Bounce N Beyond (12),   Tu Tangata (6),   The Royal Gamble (10)
Best Mile Rates: Paige (2-02.9),   Gold Bullion (2-03.5),   Tu Tangata (2-04.3)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Gear Changes: El Conqueror (3): FD-Off, RD-On, Ti Amo Belle (9): SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

THE FRIENDS OF THE JOHN PAUL II CENTRE FOR LIFE MOBILE PACE

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

For 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Sex (fillies and mares drawn inside colts, geldings and entires) using the track grid.

Participants for Race 9: THE FRIENDS OF THE JOHN PAUL II CENTRE FOR LIFE MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Longview Tui534932Longview Tui1FtSam Thornley(J)Always thereabouts but gets her best draw since July. Worth a cheeky look.
2Sweet Espresso4X8342Sweet Espresso2FtRobbie CloseBuilding well after 4 starts this time in. Seeking cover from inside draw. Place
3Jinx Johnson6Jinx Johnson3FtCraig ThornleyBetter for her debut here 16 Aug but will need to be. Top3/4 with improvement.
4Candy Cane2Candy Cane4FtRiley Harrison(J)Green but almost scored on debut last week. Should be grabbing the treats here.
5Royal Belle5583X5Royal Belle5FtKerry HadfieldLean returns in 16 career starts. OK fresh-up 5th last week. Looking for more.
6Asian Joker7754Asian Joker6FtGemma Thornley(J)Incremental improvement in brief career. May have to ease back. Combos.
7Better Be Quick353722Better Be Quick7FtBlair OrangeJust missed behind well-bred type 15 Aug. Wider draw, but can go close.
8Riley John0466Riley John8Ft  
9Miki Skipper4423X7Miki Skipper9FtJohn DunnDid plenty of work when resuming at Oamaru. Awkward alley but keep safe.
Best Bets: Candy Cane (4),   Better Be Quick (7),   Miki Skipper (9),   Longview Tui (1)
Runner Index
 
Action Major -  Race 3
Akatea -  Race 7
Aldebaran Crystal -  Race 2
Always B You -  Race 7
Amaretto Franco -  Race 7
Aradne -  Race 2
Asian Joker -  Race 9
Auntie Deb -  Race 3
Berrettini -  Race 1
Better Be Quick -  Race 9
Bettor Be Sharp -  Race 6
Bevron -  Race 2
Birdy -  Race 2
Boudica -  Race 7
Bounce N Beyond -  Race 8
Brett's Mate -  Race 8
Brian Beatt -  Race 2
Bryce's Meddle -  Race 6
Bullit Train -  Race 8
Burnham Girl -  Race 1
Candy Cane -  Race 9
Captain Cool -  Race 1
Cardi B -  Race 7
Classie Linc -  Race 7
Cormoran Strike -  Race 8
Dance Till Dawn -  Race 7
Dancing Desire -  Race 3
Dave Duley -  Race 3
Deceptive Lee -  Race 6
Delightful Dreams -  Race 1
Delightful Peg -  Race 1
Donttelltheboys -  Race 1
Ebury Street -  Race 6
El Conqueror -  Race 8
Ellagator Al -  Race 4
Follow Your Dream -  Race 6
Franco Lennon -  Race 5
Get Seaside Lucky -  Race 5
Gold Bullion -  Race 8
Got You Covered -  Race 6
Granny Rose -  Race 2
Heaven's Mark -  Race 3
Holly Highlander -  Race 8
It's So Easy -  Race 8
Jinx Johnson -  Race 9
Jordan Anne -  Race 2
Jumal -  Race 5
Kensington Mike -  Race 5
Lakelsa -  Race 7
Landman -  Race 4
Lipstick -  Race 2
Longview Tui -  Race 9
Matai Harry -  Race 3
Miki's Courage -  Race 6
Miki Skipper -  Race 9
Millie Let Loose -  Race 2
Miss Moneypenny -  Race 4
Moonlite Blood -  Race 6
Musclynn -  Race 2
Mystery Beach -  Race 3
Next Level -  Race 6
Origin -  Race 2
Our Shangri Lana -  Race 7
Paige -  Race 8
Peaknmonkey -  Race 2
Regal Summit -  Race 4
Riley John -  Race 9
Riptide -  Race 1
Royal Belle -  Race 9
Royal Diedre -  Race 2
Rustenburg -  Race 3
Samvasa -  Race 1
Sandfly Bay -  Race 8
Shepherds Delight -  Race 6
Sonofamistery -  Race 5
Spirit Downunder -  Race 1
Stickifingers -  Race 3
Stumblin In -  Race 5
Stylish Lustre -  Race 1
Sugar Babe -  Race 1
Sweet Espresso -  Race 9
Tactical Bid -  Race 2
Tact Teva -  Race 1
Tatanka -  Race 4
Tempo Warrior -  Race 6
The Bettor Major -  Race 3
The Royal Gamble -  Race 8
Ti Amo Belle -  Race 8
Tokyo Rose -  Race 6
Treacherous Gall -  Race 7
Trump Card -  Race 3
Tu Tangata -  Race 8
Woodbine Rocks -  Race 6
Zeus Lightning -  Race 5