Ashburton Trotting Club Inc
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MT HUTT TROTTING CLUB TROT
$10,808, MR40 TO MR47, 2400m
For MR40 to MR46 3 yrs & older trotters. Also MR47 horses with earnings up to and including $1000 for lifetime.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 246425 | Monaro Meg | 1 | Ft | Ricky May | Racing her usual honest efforts lately. Will win a maiden but place preferred. | |
2 | 0X9990 | Knowing Me | 2 | Ft | Peter Davis | Back to drawing board after mistake riddled race last start. Take on trust today | |
3 | 00X424 | Zsazsa Binx | 3 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Continues to look dangerous since returning from spell. Will have supporters. | |
4 | 450842 | Solemn Son | 4 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Gave plenty of cheek & only caught late 25Aug. Maiden win looks close. Each-way. | |
5 | 506X | Saxon Reigns | 5 | Ft | John Dunn | Tidy trial 21Aug to get ready for this. Well supported in short career. Include. | |
6 | 60X363 | Schoemaker | 6 | Ft | Justin Smith | One of the few to make ground from the back 25Aug. Stick with him. Bright hopes. | |
7 | 67759X | Rose Isle | 7 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Back from the paddock & did win latest trial on this track 20Aug. Don't dismiss. | |
8 | 700P87 | Bonjour Paris | 8 | Ft | Jason Thomas | Looked to have his chance before error 25Aug. Would need to lift to feature here | |
9 | 675 | Tessamae | 9 | Ft | Brent Borcoskie | Improved effort 25Aug to finish midfield. Can spice up Tris/First4 with her best | |
10 | 0008 | Playoffs | U1 | Ft | |||
11 | 0X07 | Koko Kaboom | U2 | Ft | Scott Lethaby | Broke when under pressure 25Aug. Hard to have on recent form. One for long odds. | |
12 | 592732 | Clovelly Hill | U3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Losing no fans with recent racing. Maiden win imminent. Leading contender today. | |
Best Bets: Clovelly Hill (12), Schoemaker (6), Solemn Son (4), Monaro Meg (1) | |||||||
Star Trialist: Rose Isle - 1st of 7, Chertsey, 06/08/24, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-12.9, 800m: 60.1, 400m: 28.6, Margins: 8 len, 2 1/4len, 5 len. | |||||||
Gear Changes: Rose Isle (7): RD-On, Saxon Reigns (5): P-Off Legend |
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A TEAM CONSTRUCTION MOBILE PACE
$9949, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1700m
For 3yo-&-older pacers. This race is only for 3YO & Older Non-Win Pacers whose sires stood for an advertised service fee of $7,000 or less in the season of conception.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 65522X | Little Biddy | 1 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Resuming & unsighted publicly since doing everything but win last prep. Each-Way | |
2 | 2 | Carrera Bravo | 2 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Brave effort on debut to place. Will only be better for it. Looks tough to toss. | |
3 | 0 | Interrorgator | 3 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Didn't ask too many questions on debut. Will likely benefit from racing. Risking | |
4 | 69 | Lou Will | 4 | Ft | |||
5 | 300692 | Spectator | 5 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Only narrowly downed in close finish when last here. Can't be ruled out. Place. | |
6 | 006580 | Tasi Ahnau | 6 | Ft | Peter Davis | Bit of a head scratcher last start. Has shown glimpse's of promise. Want odds. | |
7 | Magical Maria | 7 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Has looked reliable at trials. Faces some sharp ones on debut. Needs all favours | ||
8 | 55263 | Sweet Trixie | 8 | Ft | John Morrison | Went close last start from the ace, trickier from this draw but worth including. | |
9 | 67X385 | Terror Ma Sue | 9 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | More good than bad from handy draws this time in. Trifecta/First4 chance today. | |
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10 | 887553 | Fear Gogh | 10 | Ft | Robbie Close | Caught the eye with stylish late sprint last start. Look for her late again. | |
Best Bets: Carrera Bravo (2), Little Biddy (1), Spectator (5), Fear Gogh (10) |
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ARMAND VAN DER EIK AT RAY WHITE TROT
$10,423, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER MR47 TO MR50, 2400m
For MR47 to MR50 3yo-&-older trotters.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 0 | Just Charlie | 1 | Ft | Lionel Dobbs | Got it wrong on debut. Fair trial since. Can't afford to miss a beat here. | |
2 | X0X428 | Our Evie Rae | 2 | Ft | Ricky May | Slow start costly 14June. Hit the line with plenty of intent when last here. E/W | |
3 | 308X3 | Wypout | 3 | Ft | Stacy Whatuira | Close up placing 25Aug behind some talented ones. Fitter for it. The one to beat | |
4 | 6 | Perfect Call | 4 | Ft | Robbie Close | Battled away on debut, will derive plenty of benefit from it. Can sneak a place. | |
5 | 22950 | Sheila Laxon | 5 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Form just dropped away lately. Capable of much better. Will have local support. | |
6 | DX0 | Cyclone Zion W | 6 | Ft | Bob Butt | Got it wrong on debut but won a subsequent trial since. Allow another chance. | |
7 | 0 | Royal House | 7 | Ft | John Morrison | Change of trainer since getting it wrong on debut. Maybe in need of the run. | |
8 | 4044 | One Mhor For Heather | 8 | Ft | |||
9 | 7 | Mikko Koivu | U1 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Looked to be travelling on thin ice before breaking 18Aug. Seeking a clear round | |
10 | P0324X | Call Me The Breeze | U2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Resuming. Showed plenty of upside last campaign. Placed here. Right in the fight | |
Best Bets: Wypout (3), Sheila Laxon (5), Our Evie Rae (2) | |||||||
Star Trialist: Cyclone Zion W - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 21/08/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-27.8, 800m: 59.2, 400m: 29.1, Margins: neck, 4 len, 3 len. | |||||||
Gear Changes: Mikko Koivu (9): RD-Off, FD-On, Our Evie Rae (2): P-Off, Sheila Laxon (5): BL-Off Legend |
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RAKAIA SEED CLEANING PACE
$10,615, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 2400m
For 3yo-&-older pacers.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 433343 | Heaven | 1 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Had to wait for his shot but hit the line well for another placing. Top3 must. | |
2 | 476 | Franco Sheriff | 2 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Didn't appreciate the tough trip last start. Better with cover. Likely improver. | |
3 | 3 | Sandy Shore | 3 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Plenty to like about her debut 3rd. Winning chance if not flattened. Each-Way. | |
4 | 7X | The Mantis | 4 | Ft | John Morrison | Returning from the paddock & winner of latest trial. Deserves healthy support. | |
5 | X07467 | Hanoi Franco | 5 | Ft | John Dunn | Unable to fire up late in most recent races. Does possess a turn of foot. Bolter | |
6 | 5 | Brandi Snapp | 6 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Would have lost no fans in stronger debut affair. Maybe over the odds. Include. | |
7 | 762 | Shard De Arch | 7 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Showed plenty of improvement with tenacious 2nd 18Aug. Right in this with repeat | |
8 | 60 | Holly K | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Beaten a long way out last time out. Looking for short-cuts & extra to feature. | |
9 | 907 | Magical Max | U1 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | No magic in Max to write about. Will be fitter for recent races. Happy to watch. | |
10 | 600PX6 | Spred Sheet | U2 | Ft | Gary Shand | Just fair when returning 18Aug. Not enough statistical evidence to support yet. | |
Best Bets: Sandy Shore (3), Franco Sheriff (2), Heaven (1), Brandi Snapp (6) | |||||||
Star Trialist: The Mantis - 1st of 8, NZ Metro, 29/07/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-27.5, 800m: 60.4, 400m: 28.8, Margins: neck, 3/4len, 1 1/2len. | |||||||
Gear Changes: Magical Max (9): BL-Off, SL-On Legend |
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MERV & GARY WILLS MEMORIAL/FLOWERS AT THE GATE TROT
$10,133, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R45, 2400m
For R35 to R45 4yo-&-older trotters.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 220782 | La Dama | 1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Nearly stole the show with strong finish 25Aug. Danger if close enough on turn. | |
2 | 039324 | Take After Me | 2 | Ft | John Morrison | Had his chance at Rangiora but honest enough. Expect another strong showing here | |
3 | 079X26 | Opawa Peak | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Unable to repeat strong resuming run 21Jul. Ability is there. Drop at own demise | |
4 | 309X66 | Love Potion | 4 | Ft | Bob Butt | Struggling since resuming. Would need to lift. Only for her true believers. | |
5 | 473524 | Brian Beatt | 5 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Continuing to keep punters interested with strong showings. Always a Top3/4 hope | |
6 | 379261 | Penelope Hall | 6 | Ft | John Versteeg | Popular win to clear maidens at Rangiora. Wouldn't shock if went on with it. E/W | |
7 | 00P0PX | Miss Gracie | 7 | Ft | Blair Orange | Returns to racing after sharp drop in form last campaign. Capable of upsetting. | |
8 | 14781X | Eyre I Will | 8 | Ft | |||
9 | 462315 | King Of Diamonds | U1 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Honest enough in first run out of maidens. Not the worst in an even line up. | |
10 | 947344 | High Noon | U2 | Ft | Stacy Whatuira | Never looked all the comfortable last start. Sharp effort prior. Don't drop yet. | |
11 | 810050 | Moa Mojito | U3 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Back to the trials after misbehaving 16Jun. Would need to do everything right. | |
Best Bets: La Dama (1), High Noon (10), Penelope Hall (6), Take After Me (2) | |||||||
Best Mile Rates: Take After Me (2-02.7), Love Potion (2-10.8), Brian Beatt (2-13.7) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
Gear Changes: Miss Gracie (7): BL-Off Legend |
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PERFECT STING STANDING AT MACCA LODGE MOBILE PACE
$11,844, NON-WINNERS 2YO FILLIES, 1700m
For 2-year-old pacing fillies.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 5X28 | Delightful Peg | 1 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Never a hope from this draw 23Aug. Nice placing prior. Can place with safe start | |
2 | Celestial Sea | 2 | Ft | Bob Butt | On debut from leading stable. Brings strong trial form. Will have admirer's. E/W | ||
3 | Elektra King | 3 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Another on debut who has looked sound at the trials. Nice draw. Deserves respect | ||
4 | 6 | Mystic Magic | 4 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Just fair on debut but no doubt better for it. Won trial here 06Aug. Keep safe. | |
5 | 28X | Allets | 5 | Ft | John Dunn | Given time since mixing it with the top 2yr olds. Strong debut placing. Include. | |
6 | 9 | Rylee Maguire | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Looked in need of debut run. Another tough draw but does give stable strong hand | |
7 | Tallandfast | 7 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Another making her debut today. Did look reliable at trials. Cover in combos. | ||
8 | 9637X4 | Woodlea Rocks | 8 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Nice return to racing 16Aug. Has race day experience on most. Pay to keep onside | |
9 | 048 | Absolute Babe | U1 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Still learning her game but looks to have a future. Likely improver today. | |
Best Bets: Allets (5), Celestial Sea (2), Delightful Peg (1), Mystic Magic (4) | |||||||
Star Trialist: Allets - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 21/08/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-35.2, 800m: 56.8, 400m: 29.9, Margins: 1 1/2len, head, 1 1/4len. | |||||||
Gear Changes: Allets (5): BL-Off Legend |
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VIABLE AGRICULTURE (FILLIES & MARES) MOBILE PACE
$9765, 3YO & OLDER FILLIES & MARES R35 TO R45, 1700m
For R35 to R45 3yo-&-older pacing fillies & mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 6967X9 | Ruby's A Delight | 1 | Ft | Ricky May | Didn't have all favours when returning to racing 25Aug. Dangerous with right run | |
2 | 235304 | Jazzy Styx | 2 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Back on track with another honest outing 16Aug. Nice draw upgrade. Right in this | |
3 | 32676X | Major Happy | 3 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Picks a nice race to return in. Has faced stronger fields. Can surprise fresh-up | |
4 | 029072 | Kalatra | 4 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Only just downed in the shadows last start. Can give this a shake. In contention | |
5 | 100635 | Westar Molly | 5 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Keeping the hook baited for punters lately. No fears in this line up. Win hopes. | |
6 | 164459 | Hoo Haa | 6 | Ft | Blair Orange | Big drop back in grade today. Racing well since maiden win. Well worth a look. | |
7 | 748213 | Courtney Rose | 7 | Ft | John Dunn | Backed up maiden win with strong effort 04Aug. Bound to give backers a sight. | |
8 | 085206 | Judgement Bay | 8 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Struggled in last couple but does like it hear. Dangerous with a strong tempo. | |
Best Bets: Hoo Haa (6), Courtney Rose (7), Westar Molly (5), Kalatra (4) | |||||||
Best Mile Rates: Major Happy (1-55.1), Judgement Bay (1-56.7), Westar Molly (1-57.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
Gear Changes: Courtney Rose (7): BL-Off, Westar Molly (5): SL-Off Legend |
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THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE ALAN NEUMANN MOBILE PACE
$10,000, 5YO & OLDER R35 TO R39, 1700m
For R35 to R39 5yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Earnings in the last 5 starts using the track grid.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 90007X | Melando Chief | 1 | Ft | Ricky May | Resuming today off a decent break. Didn't show up last campaign. Risking fresh. | |
2 | 860880 | Betterthandiva | 2 | Ft | Lionel Dobbs | Uninspiring form line but does save his best for here. Nice draw. Value bet. | |
3 | 007096 | Ford Rule | 3 | Ft | Robbie Close | Improved effort last start. Still seeking extra at business end. First4 fringes. | |
4 | 9708X9 | Gliding High | 4 | Ft | John Morrison | Looked in need of resuming run. May need this one as well. Will be at long odds. | |
5 | 299856 | Dulcinea | 5 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Showing more interest of late. Sole win came here. Not the worst in open affair. | |
6 | 875760 | Sports Babe | 6 | Ft | John Dunn | Just unable to recapture her best form lately. Seeking improvement to feature. | |
7 | 504059 | Kink | 7 | Ft | Peter Davis | Back pacing after recently trying his hand at trotting. Can surprise at odds. | |
8 | 0X3053 | Flo Motion | 8 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Plenty to like about her last start 3rd. Repeat effort makes her tough to beat. | |
9 | 32900X | Buddy Reign | 9 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Back from spell after sitting winter out. Gate speed his best asset. Upset hopes | |
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10 | 482904 | Sweet Spirit | 10 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Mixing her efforts making her hard to catch. Can spice up exotic bets from draw. | |
11 | 040880 | Ned Kelly | 11 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Form has tailed off lately. Big field & second row draw adds to his tough task. | |
12 | 000930 | Penny Weight | 12 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Would have slept well 04Aug. May get nice run through. Chance with all favours. | |
13 | 24635X | Michael Eyre | 13 | Ft | Tim Williams | Resuming today. Has placed in fresh state. Traffic a concern, but don't dismiss. | |
14 | 213736 | Courage Reactor | 14 | Ft | Blair Orange | Nice effort in higher graded affair 23Aug. In good form. May get last say here. | |
Best Bets: Flo Motion (8), Courage Reactor (14), Betterthandiva (2), Penny Weight (12) | |||||||
Best Mile Rates: Flo Motion (1-56.8), Betterthandiva (1-56.9), Ned Kelly (1-57.7) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
Star Trialist: Betterthandiva - 2nd of 6, Ashburton, 27/08/24, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-09.7, 800m: 58.9, 400m: 27.3, Margins: 1 1/4len, 3/4len, head. | |||||||
Gear Changes: Buddy Reign (9): BL-Off, SL-On, Flo Motion (8): BL-Off, SL-On, Sports Babe (6): RD-Off Legend |
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MIKE GREER HOMES HANDICAP PACE
$10,500, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R54 SPECIAL, 2400m
For R35 to R54 3yo-&-older pacers. Front: R35 to R39. 10m: R40 to R50. 20m: R51 to R54.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 709063 | Santanna Mach | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Handy effort for 3rd 25Aug. Has placed 2/3 on track. Cheeky place hope off front | |
2 | 474884 | Poetry In Motion | 1 | 10 | |||
3 | 331983 | Keltic Tiger | 2 | 10 | Matthew Williamson | Eye catching late last start after early error. Has placed here. Worth a look. | |
4 | X45646 | Ten Da Touch | 3 | 10 | Bob Butt | Honest customer who will appreciate this draw today. Could be over the odds. E/W | |
5 | 416785 | Beaudiene Quick Step | 4 | 10 | Wilson House(J) | Consistent type who is never too far away at the finish. Tri/First4s appear best | |
6 | 26X068 | Threebeersdeep | 5 | 10 | Kimberly Butt | Never got a crack at them 18Aug. Will no doubt carry local support. Can atone. | |
7 | 891907 | Franco Messi | 6 | 10 | John Morrison | Tough run told late 18Aug. Would need right run to feature. Upset hopes only. | |
8 | 228771 | Zia Bromac | 7 | 10 | Blair Orange | Wouldn't be denied 25Aug. Up in grade today. Yet to fire here. Place bait again. | |
9 | 12063X | Radioactive Jaffa | U1 | 10 | Ricky May | Resuming after sitting winter out. Best when saved for one run. Upset claims. | |
10 | 60001X | Times Are A Changin | 1 | 20 | John Dunn | Grass track specialist who comes into this fresh up. May need this. Taking notes | |
11 | 58X474 | Jack Tar | U1 | 20 | Henry Sail(J) | Nice type who is fitter for recent racing. Has the ability to over come handicap | |
Best Bets: Threebeersdeep (6), Jack Tar (11), Keltic Tiger (3), Ten Da Touch (4) | |||||||
Best Mile Rates: Times Are A Changin (2-07.6) [races between 2001m and 2400m] |
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GEOFF STONE MEMORIAL MOBILE TROT
$10,500, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R50, 1700m
For R35 to R50 3yo-&-older trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 556546 | Imperial Command | 1 | Ft | Alan Clark | Consistent type who is never too far from the action. Place chance from the ace. | |
2 | 784846 | Ginas Majesty | 2 | Ft | |||
3 | 82720X | Crazy N Love | 3 | Ft | Henry Sail(J) | Comes in fresh. Operates well in this state & was strong in most recent trialE/W | |
4 | 080902 | Living The Moment | 4 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Returned to form with eye catching effort late 25Aug. No harder here. Can repeat | |
5 | 0X0322 | Paramount Lady | 5 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Filly on the up. Brings strong form to this. Looks poised to pounce. Bright hope | |
6 | 3210X5 | Kowhai Summit | 6 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Would have lost no fans last with solid effort 25Aug. Fitter for it. Place hopes | |
7 | 7X0757 | The Fox | 7 | Ft | Peter Davis | Just struggling to finish off his races lately. Has gate speed. Upset hopes here | |
8 | 060961 | Special Effects | 8 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Nice effort to score at Rangiora. Did win here back in Apr. Can double up today. | |
9 | 125497 | The Royal Gamble | 9 | Ft | John Morrison | Mistakes proving costly lately. No fears in this line up. May be over the odds. | |
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10 | X29510 | Royal Diedre | 10 | Ft | Blair Orange | Too far back 02Aug. Soft run on offer from draw. Can improve mobile record today | |
11 | X80747 | Moondance | U1 | Ft | Ricky May | Back to the mobile after early error 25Aug. More top-end speed than most. Bolter | |
Best Bets: Paramount Lady (5), Kowhai Summit (6), Crazy N Love (3), Special Effects (8) | |||||||
Best Mile Rates: Special Effects (2-00.5), The Fox (2-01.2), Crazy N Love (2-03.4) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
Star Trialist: Crazy N Love - 2nd of 7, N Cnty TOA, 28/08/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-28.0, 800m: 60.1, 400m: 30.1, Margins: head, neck, neck. | |||||||
Gear Changes: Crazy N Love (3): BL-Off, The Fox (7): ACD-On, The Royal Gamble (9): FD-Off, RD-On Legend |
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McCORMACK DECORATING MOBILE PACE
$10,500, 4YO & OLDER R35 TO R45, 2400m
For R35 to R45 4yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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1 | 364409 | Justin Fun | 1 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Just down on her best form. Another nice draw. First4 fringes with improvement. | |
2 | 9646X5 | Hey Tonight | 2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Nice effort in fresh state at Rangiora to only just miss. Can give this a shake. | |
3 | 1602X2 | Wavewatcher | 3 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Looks to have returned in fine fettle with nice 2nd 18Aug. No harder here. E/W | |
4 | 547849 | Almighty Clever | 4 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Didn't receive all favours last start. Likely improver today from improved draw. | |
5 | 976010 | Hilda Maud | 5 | Ft | Blair Orange | Unable to replicate upset win last start. No easier here. Would need all favours | |
6 | 105554 | Don Juan | 6 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Did catch the eye late at Rangiora. Handy on Friday too. May get last say here. | |
7 | 700097 | Motor Mouth | 7 | Ft | Joseph Gray | Useful type whose form is better than it looks. Respect as 8x winner. Upset hope | |
8 | 70X61P | Take The Deal | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Locked wheels at a crucial time last week when mounting his claim. Go again. | |
9 | 5203X8 | Logan Rock | 9 | Ft | Robbie Close | Looked in need of resuming run. May need this run as well. Watching for now. | |
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10 | 733932 | Verlander | 10 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Looks to be enjoying his racing. Only needs luck from draw to feature. Can win. | |
11 | 041887 | Darby | 11 | Ft | Ricky May | Coming to terms with grade racing. May follow right one through. Combos enhancer | |
12 | 00PXP4 | The Bettor Major | U1 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Missed the start but rattled on home along the inner last start. Cheeky hopes. | |
Best Bets: Take The Deal (8), Verlander (10), Hey Tonight (2), Wavewatcher (3) | |||||||
Best Mile Rates: Hey Tonight (1-59.3), Verlander (2-02.0), Logan Rock (2-07.1) [races between 2001m and 2400m] | |||||||
Gear Changes: Darby (11): BL-Off, SL-On Legend |