NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 27 September
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- Race 1
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IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE
$16,703, 3YO & OLDER R48 TO R51, 1980m
For R48 to R51 3yo-&-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 |  | 1468X4 | Munroe's Mate | 1 | Ft | John Morrison | Only got clear late in good company 13 Sep. Has gate speed. Multiples from #1. |
| 2 |  | 4432X4 | Wallflower | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Will be fitter for gritty 4th 13 Sep. Stronger field here but has claims. |
| 3 |  | 7X252 | The Mantis | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Just caught after leading the way here last week. Maiden, but could surprise. |
| 4 |  | 570847 | Stephs Boy | 4 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Early gate speed didn't pay off at Motukarara. May find this a bit richer. |
| 5 |  | 3X13 | Reklaws Dream | 5 | Ft | Bob Butt | Unlucky 3rd 28 Jun & rattled home late for 18 Sep trial win. A major player. |
| 6 |  | 00X158 | Edge Of Reason | 6 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Hasn't been able to replicate form since 25 Aug amateurs win. Needs luck. |
| 7 |  | 5166X3 | Action Major | 7 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Fought hard after leading in R49-57 company 13 Sep. Adds to early speed puzzle. |
| 8 |  | 474286 | Jack Tar | 8 | Ft | Henry Sail(J) | Landed in tricky spots in last 2 runs here. Similar could unfold tonight. Place. |
| 9 |  | 449332 | Warloch | 9 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Went close with strong bid late at Oamaru. No love in the draws here. First4s. |
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| 10 | | 24320X | Wotsonyamind | 10 | Ft | Blair Orange | Sharp 2nd to Old Town Road 12 Sep trials. Goes well fresh. Danger with gaps. |
| 11 |  | 35X350 | Lewey Maguire | 11 | Ft | Tim Williams | Tough watch behind the mobile last week. Drops in grade, but win or bust here. |
| Best Bets: Reklaws Dream (5), Wallflower (2), Wotsonyamind (10), Munroe's Mate (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Jack Tar (1-55.0), Warloch (1-55.3), Stephs Boy (1-57.0) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Reklaws Dream - 1st of 8, N Cnty TOA, 18/09/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-29.1, 800m: 56.1, 400m: 27.8, Margins: head, 3/4len, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Wotsonyamind (10): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 2
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ALL THE NEWS AT TRACKSIDE.CO.NZ MOBILE TROT
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER UP TO & INCLUDING R54, 1980m
For up to & including R54 3yo-&-older trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 219540 | Noah Magnific | 1 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Put on a show at the start on Sunday, so mobile will help. This is tough though. |
| 2 |  | 0X2105 | The River Boy | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Never that happy here 13 Sep. Another who will enjoy the mobile. Upset claims. |
| 3 | | 72800X | Son Of Patrick | 3 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Real mixed bag in his last campaign. Comes into this fresh since March. Odds. |
| 4 |  | 746227 | Buffy Northstains | 4 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Starved for room late in R45-50 company in late August. Drawn to offer cheek. |
| 5 |  | 5231 | Major Cyclone | 5 | Ft | Bob Butt | Took on grade racing as a maiden 30 Aug & prevailed. Can easily go on with it. |
| 6 |  | 339118 | Majesdix | 6 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Battled away at Oamaru but that was a smart mares' field. Keep onside here. |
| 7 |  | 131029 | A Fine Patrick | 7 | Ft | John Dunn | Two errors here 06 Sep but has more upside than many in this. Don't dismiss. |
| 8 | | 018970 | Pyramid Mystic | 8 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Never got a breather 13 Sep & that took its toll. Draw no help. First4s best. |
| 9 |  | 15426P | It's So Easy | 9 | Ft | Peter Davis | Mixed her gait after losing a shoe last week. Right in the fight prior. EW. |
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| 10 |  | 723980 | Clyde | 10 | Ft | Craig Thornley | No luck here last week in stronger company. Gate speed negated by draw. Place. |
| 11 |  | 969585 | Prince Teka | 11 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Loves to lead but needs early luck from draw. OK mobile stats. Multiples. |
| 12 |  | 171106 | Forgiveness | 12 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Drops back from better grades & wasn't disgraced there. Worth considering. |
| Best Bets: Major Cyclone (5), Forgiveness (12), A Fine Patrick (7), Majesdix (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: It's So Easy (1-59.4), Clyde (1-59.9), Prince Teka (2-00.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: It's So Easy (9): HH-On, Majesdix (6): SL-Off, Son Of Patrick (3): RD-Off, FD-On, The River Boy (2): SL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 3
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REGISTERED MASTER JOINERS TWO-YEAR-OLD MOBILE PACE
$16,405, 2YO, WITH COND., 1980m
For 2yo pacers with up to 1 win for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes then Sex (fillies and mares drawn inside colts, geldings and entires) using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 04850 | Absolute Babe | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 | | 6X59 | Theron | 2 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Left alone by punters 13 Sep & struggled late. Soft draw but seeking improvement |
| 3 |  | 34 | Captain Moonlight | 3 | Ft | Bob Butt | Not far off them from inside draws. Chance to get handy again. Multiples. |
| 4 | | 2 | Captain Christian | 4 | Ft | Tim Williams | Caught the eye in mid-July debut. Warmed up late 12 Sep trials. In the mix. |
| 5 | | 2226 | Treasure Cove | 5 | Ft | John Dunn | Run down in front here 30 Aug. Slight freshen-up for this. Stick with him. EW. |
| 6 | | 424X21 | Spicey Crunch | 6 | Ft | Josh Dickie | Earplugs stayed in for easy 13 Sept win. Has the all-round game to go close. |
| 7 |  | 215 | Five Crowns | 7 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Extricated himself from tricky spot for Oamaru 5th. Wide draw but can overcome. |
| 8 | | 3219X7 | Demon Blue | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Mid-race move at Oamaru but lacked a kick late. Work to do from draw. Combos. |
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| 9 | | 18 | Irish Dream | 9 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Couldn't repeat debut win when a battling 8th at Oamaru. Place best from draw. |
| 10 | | 6X23 | Beaudiene Hunter | 10 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Only wilted late after tough run at Wyndham. Seeking run through. Place claims. |
| 11 | | X28479 | Delightful Peg | U1 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Has some speed but plenty of tricks to go with it. Prefer to watch for now. |
| Best Bets: Spicey Crunch (6), Captain Christian (4), Treasure Cove (5), Five Crowns (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Irish Dream (1-56.9), Demon Blue (1-57.3), Spicey Crunch (1-58.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Captain Moonlight (3): SL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 4
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CANPRINT LAZARUS THREE-YEAR-OLD STAKES (MOBILE PACE)
$25,000, 3YO, 1980m
For 3-year-old pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid. The winner of this Race will be guaranteed a start in the 2024 New Zealand Pacing Derby, providing it is eligible for selection.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 0X3118 | I'm Rockin | 1 | Ft | Robbie Close | Bypassed racing last week after flat 8th here 13 Sep. Kind draw. Has claims. |
| 2 |  | 730X51 | Renegade | 2 | Ft | Ricky May | Led the last lap for solid R40-50 win last week. Options from draw. Multiples. |
| 3 | | 015606 | Molly Belwin | 3 | Ft | ||
| 4 | | 92119 | Trump Card | 4 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | In need of the run here 13 Sep. Moves to the front row. Adds to the puzzle. |
| 5 | | 22X714 | Double Jeopardy | 5 | Ft | Tim Williams | Hauled in late after working hard 13 Sep. Has some upside though. Not the worst. |
| 6 | | 411212 | Betterthancash | 6 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Big 2nd in open-class company 20 Sep. Back to 3YO racing. A key contender. |
| 7 |  | 51613X | Hadron Collider | 7 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Ran on late behind quality mare 12 Sep trials. Placed in only fresh run. EW. |
| 8 | | 63442X | We Walk By Faith | 8 | Ft | Bob Butt | Improving in 3 trials ahead of this. Group 1 winner who can overcome this draw. |
| 9 | | 6224X1 | Vessem | 9 | Ft | ||
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| 10 | | 52X221 | It's Tough | 10 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Lived up to his name with gritty win over #6 in August. Awkward draw. Combos. |
| 11 | | 212513 | Miki's Courage | 11 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Lost no fans with front-running 3rd 13 Sep. Seeking a run through. Rough claims. |
| 12 |  | 708122 | Spirit Of Anarchy | 12 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Gate speed on show in last three outings. 2nd row no help here. Top3/4 best. |
| 13 | | 3511X1 | Harrison John | 13 | Ft | John Dunn | Returned in fine fettle with slashing 06 Sep win. May opt for similar tactics. |
| 14 | | X31031 | Justcallmemiki | 14 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Adds to the weight of last-start winning form. No favours in draws. Place. |
| Best Bets: We Walk By Faith (8), Betterthancash (6), Harrison John (13) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Hadron Collider (1-53.1), Harrison John (1-54.6), Trump Card (1-55.0) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Hadron Collider - 2nd of 6, N Cnty TOA, 12/09/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-26.5, 800m: 56.6, 400m: 27.4, Margins: 4 len, 2 3/4len, 4 1/2len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Spirit Of Anarchy (12): SL-On Legend | |||||||
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- Race 5
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ALDEBARAN EAGLE (USA) 2YO CLASSIC (MOBILE TROT) (Gr3)
$50,000, 2YO, 1980m
For 2-year-old trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 24D545 | Massive Merc | 1 | Ft | Peter Davis | Well-tried 2YO who was paddling late here last week. Needs to find more. |
| 2 |  | Atlantic City | 2 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Sister to Empire City & was a nose away in her qualifier. Big respect on debut. | |
| 3 |  | Jupiter Jewel | 3 | Ft | Robbie Close | Close second to #10 in his qualifier which franks OK. Include in First4 bets. | |
| 4 | | 5 | Viva La Vida | 4 | Ft | Ricky May | Should be better for his debut 16 Aug. Given time between runs. Has claims. |
| 5 | | Della's Fella | 5 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Out of a sister to Speeding Spur. Mixed efforts in 2 public runs. Take notes. | |
| 6 |  | Maroubra | 6 | Ft | Clint Ford | From Marcoola's first crop. OK 2nd in his qualifier last week. May need this. | |
| 7 | | 111 | Habibti Pat | 7 | Ft | Blair Orange | Didn't have it easy last week but still too good. Big hope to stay unbeaten. |
| 8 | | 311X1 | Ya Rite Darl | 8 | Ft | Tim Williams | Reminded rivals of her class with 13 Sept win from this draw. Keep very safe. |
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| 9 | | 661X23 | Frazzled | 9 | Ft | Korbyn Newman(J) | Brave efforts on the speed in two runs back. Draw negates that. Multiples. |
| 10 | | 232 | Paddy McDaddy | 10 | Ft | John Dunn | Chased well behind #7 last week. Keeps finding one or two better. Top3/4. |
| 11 |  | Hadleymae | 11 | Ft | |||
| 12 | | 113X64 | Queen Kizen | 12 | Ft | John Morrison | Better here last week after mistake early 13 Sep. Can add spice to combos. |
| Best Bets: Habibti Pat (7), Ya Rite Darl (8), Atlantic City (2), Paddy McDaddy (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Habibti Pat (2-01.5), Ya Rite Darl (2-01.5), Frazzled (2-03.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Jupiter Jewel - 2nd of 6, N Cnty TOA, 14/08/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-36.2, 800m: 60.7, 400m: 30.4, Margins: 3/4len, 7 len, 1 3/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Massive Merc (1): NW-Off, BL-Off, RD-On, Queen Kizen (12): RD-On, Viva La Vida (4): BL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Massive Merc to Colin & Julie DeFilippi at Broadfield | |||||||
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- Race 6
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COMMODORE HOTEL FOR YOUR CUP WEEK ACCOMMODATION MOBILE PACE
$20,000, R61 TO R81 WITH COND., 1980m
For R61 to R75 pacers. Also R76 to R81 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 |  | P9X853 | Live On Legend | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Improving with each of his three runs back. Slots into the ace draw. Place. |
| 2 | | 162X58 | Tide And Time | 2 | Ft | Robbie Close | Best draw since resuming. May settle a little handier. First4s enhancer. |
| 3 | | 07X134 | Fernetti | 3 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Shade disappointing 30 Aug but great winter efforts prior. Capable of atoning. |
| 4 | | 961632 | Bryce's Meddle | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Tackling all manner of grades with aplomb recently. Drawn inside key rivals. EW. |
| 5 | | 10779X | Jimmy James Maguire | 5 | Ft | Ricky May | Black-type winner who went off boil in autumn. Good 3rd 18 Sep trials. Upset. |
| 6 |  | 1141X1 | South Seas Rock | 6 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Impressive in front at Winton. Obvious step up here but will have southern fans. |
| 7 |  | 7X231X | Wag Star | 7 | Ft | Mark Hurrell | Progressive pacer who was great in autumn. Two nice workouts. Keep safe. |
| 8 | | 314609 | Heisenberg | 8 | Ft | Mikayla Lewis(J,cl) | Down on his best form in recent outings. Draw may dictate options. Combos. |
| 9 | | 10X098 | Mighty Looee | 9 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J,cl) | 4.5L away in the Hannon. Can light it up from mobile at times. Smokey. |
| Best Bets: Wag Star (7), Bryce's Meddle (4), Fernetti (3), South Seas Rock (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Mighty Looee (1-52.0), Heisenberg (1-54.2), Tide And Time (1-54.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Heisenberg (8): SL-Off, BL-On, Wag Star (7): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Live On Legend to Brent & Tim White at Ashburton Raceway | |||||||
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- Race 7
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AIRPARK CANTERBURY HANDICAP TROT
$20,000, R55 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R55 & faster trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 466X69 | Helloveamoment | 1 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Didn't fire up from the markers at Motukarara. Seeking several lengths here. |
| 2 |  | P13213 | Zoltan Boscik | 2 | Ft | Luke Whittaker | Can sprint as quick as any here. All eyes on the start, but a worthy option. |
| 3 |  | 243210 | Master Class | 3 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Freshened since largely good winter campaign. Place claims with early manners. |
| 4 | | X098X0 | The Dominator | 1 | 10 | Craig Thornley | Took himself out of play early last week. Moves up 10m but looking to others. |
| 5 | | 7X1725 | Confessional | 2 | 10 | Paul Nairn | Entitled to tire in the DG Jones Cup. Strong 2nd here prior. Can bounce back. |
| 6 |  | 770X24 | I Dream Of Jeannie | 1 | 20 | Sam Thornley(J) | Not far off them in two starts back & lacked gaps on Sunday. Combos must. |
| 7 |  | 1116X0 | Fiery Bandito | U1 | 20 | Kirstin Green | Had excuses here 06 Sep. Built a great record over autumn. Want right odds. |
| 8 | | 9013X5 | Highgrove | U2 | 20 | ||
| 9 | | 6X4614 | Aardiebythehill | 1 | 35 | John Dunn | Backed up 06 Sep win with gritty 4th 13 Sep. 35m no help but has claims. |
| Best Bets: Confessional (5), Aardiebythehill (9), Zoltan Boscik (2) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Aardiebythehill (2-02.7), I Dream Of Jeannie (2-03.1), The Dominator (2-03.3) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
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- Race 8
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LAMB & HAYWARD CANTERBURY CLASSIC (STAND PACE) (Gr2)
$60,000, FFA, 2600m
For all pacers. The First, Second & Third placed horses in this Race are guaranteed a start in the 2024 IRT NZ Trotting Cup, provided they are eligible for selection.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 |  | 062X80 | Got You Covered | 1 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Just an outing in the Hannon & didn't feature late. Seeking shortcuts again. |
| 2 |  | 13535X | Beach Ball | 2 | Ft | Ricky May | Big rolling type whose had 5 trials ahead of this. Can offer cheek fresh. |
| 3 |  | 000X74 | Here's Herbie | 3 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Bit more like it here last week. Moves 10m closer. Can add value to First4s. |
| 4 | | 311068 | Franco Sinatra | 4 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Sitting parked didn't suit here 06 Sep. May find better early spot. Roughie. |
| 5 | | 038X87 | B D Joe | 5 | Ft | Josh Dickie | OK after early mistake 06 Sep. Classy when he's at his best. Don't disregard. |
| 6 | | 10X098 | Mighty Looee | 6 | Ft | ||
| 7 | | 21X223 | Charlie Brown | 7 | Ft | John Dunn | No reason to say "good grief" about his recent runs. Should be prominent again. |
| 8 |  | 41223X | Franco Marek | 8 | Ft | John Morrison | Sharp trial win 18 Sep after getting held up. Has performed fresh. Smokey. |
| 9 | | 314609 | Heisenberg | 9 | Ft | ||
| 10 | | 11635X | Alta Meteor | 10 | Ft | Tim Williams | Caught late by #8 at 18 Sep trials. Loves it here with 7 wins. Has claims. |
| 11 | | 352X11 | Dalton Shard | 11 | Ft | Bob Butt | Impossible to ignore his two great runs in top grade. Just needs luck to feature |
| 12 |  | 3271X1 | Tact McLeod | 12 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Seriously impressive win last week after early check. On even terms here. EW. |
| 13 | | 44548X | Mossdale Ben | 13 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Looked likely last spring. Freshened since March. 4th in 18 Sep trial. First4s. |
| 14 | | 0616X6 | American Me | 14 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Will be better for fresh 6th in the Hannon. Harder to find trail here. Combos. |
| 15 | | 8583X1 | Republican Party | 15 | Ft | Blair Orange | Did the job in front in the Hannon. Bigger field here, but keep onside again. |
| 16 | | 1116X4 | Mo'unga | 16 | Ft | Robbie Close | Powered home in the Hannon & can sustain a long sprint. Look for him late. |
| 17 | | 3413X7 | Da Vinci | 17 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Will have plenty of eyes on him after unlucky Hannon 7th. Don't underestimate. |
| 18 | | 131X75 | Who's Delight | U1 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Run down late after finding lead from the unruly 06 Sep. Can add spice tonight. |
| Best Bets: Republican Party (15), B D Joe (5), Alta Meteor (10), Charlie Brown (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Mo'unga (1-58.0), Mossdale Ben (1-58.8), American Me (1-58.8) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Beach Ball - 1st of 7, N Cnty TOA, 08/08/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-17.8, 800m: 57.5, 400m: 27.5, Margins: 3 len, 3/4len, 1 1/2len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Alta Meteor (10): SL-Off, Here's Herbie (3): SL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Tact McLeod to Mark Jones at Burnham | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 9
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XCM SPORT MOBILE PACE
$18,500, 3YO & OLDER R52 TO R58, 1980m
For R52 to R58 3yo-&-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 |  | 001PX5 | My Friend Louie | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 | | 273268 | Ragazzo Major | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Month between runs since fair 8th here 23 Aug. Better draw. In the mix. |
| 3 |  | 650X11 | Arden's Memory | 3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Quiet 5th in sole trial since winning here 23 Aug. This isn't out of her reach. |
| 4 | | 331243 | Dave Duley | 4 | Ft | John Dunn | Gate speed on show here 20 Sep & sprinted again late. Keep onside tonight. |
| 5 |  | 140704 | Kowhai Nugget | 5 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Bit more like it here last week when returning to mobile. Multiples enhancer. |
| 6 | | 21X414 | Perun | 6 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Didn't give up after 3-wide move 15 Sep. More testing grade but worth a look. |
| 7 | | 436X21 | Borrisokane | 7 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Won comfortably here 13 Sep & moves off the unruly. Place in useful grade. |
| 8 | | 655426 | Helium | 8 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Wasn't a fan of stand starts last week. May boost early from the mobile. Chance. |
| 9 |  | 541050 | Tempo Warrior | 9 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Didn't fire from this draw last week & this field is not much easier. Rough odds |
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| 10 |  | 09X646 | Winnyzback | 10 | Ft | Ricky May | Reverts to mobile after mistake early 13 Sep. Traffic concerns from draw. Odds. |
| 11 | | P27311 | Miki Bennett | 11 | Ft | Tim Williams | Maintained his form with wins south of the Waitaki. Could go three straight. |
| Best Bets: Miki Bennett (11), Perun (6), Ragazzo Major (2), Arden's Memory (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Helium (1-55.8), Dave Duley (1-57.3), Arden's Memory (1-57.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 10
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WOODLANDS STUD SECOND MARES' SPRING SPRINT (MOBILE PACE)
$30,000, 4YO & OLDER MARES UP TO & INCLUDING R80, 1980m
For up to & including R80 4yo-&-older pacing mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 525411 | Louretta | 1 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | One of the finds of the winter. Did it easy 20 Sep. Harder here, but keep safe. |
| 2 | | 366672 | Katherine | 2 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Caught in the closing 150m by #1 last week. Kinder draw here. Combos hope. |
| 3 | | 211325 | Lakelsa | 3 | Ft | Robbie Close | Unlucky 5th last week & barely missed a trick prior. Will have supporters again. |
| 4 | | 241213 | Terra Sancta | 4 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Will be sharper for 3rd 13 Sep after 5 weeks between runs. Genuine contender. |
| 5 | | 503137 | Dancing Desire | 5 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Not disgraced here behind Mr Kaplan 13 Sep. Draw provides options. Multiples. |
| 6 | | 96X458 | Dance Till Dawn | 6 | Ft | John Dunn | Best draw since fresh 4th here 23 Aug. Useful bunch of mares. Rough hope. |
| 7 | | 914059 | Boudica | 7 | Ft | Ricky May | OK 9th here in similar company & not served well by race conditions. Odds. |
| 8 | | 174X11 | Mr Kaplan | 8 | Ft | Blair Orange | Winner in contrasting style in two runs back. Can fly the gate, led & win again. |
| 9 | | 5311X8 | Sweet Diamond | 9 | Ft | Tim Williams | Went back from this draw in R59-75 company. Has gate speed. Multiples best. |
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| 10 |  | 148X52 | Fernleigh Blackbird | 10 | Ft | Kirstin Green | Slashing 2nd along the markers 13 Sep. Same draw. May sweat on similar run. |
| 11 | | 78X915 | Classie Linc | 11 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Tried hard here in mares field 13Sep after Methven win. Seeking gaps from draw. |
| 12 |  | 540170 | Evangalist | 12 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Just a run here 13 Sep from a similar draw. May have to rely on luck again. |
| 13 |  | 22211X | Princess Meritaten | 13 | Ft | Bob Butt | Outstanding mare & thrashed some nice types 12 Sep trials. A major threat. |
| Best Bets: Mr Kaplan (8), Princess Meritaten (13), Lakelsa (3), Terra Sancta (4) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Sweet Diamond (1-53.5), Katherine (1-55.3), Dancing Desire (1-55.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Princess Meritaten - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 12/09/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-26.5, 800m: 56.6, 400m: 27.4, Margins: 4 len, 2 3/4len, 4 1/2len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Katherine (2): SL-Off Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Fernleigh Blackbird to Amber Lethaby at West Melton | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 11
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GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
$17,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R47, 1980m
For R40 to R47 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 635263 | Westar Molly | 1 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Usual honest effort here in mares grade 20 Sep. Can sneak up markers again. |
| 2 | | 183552 | The Night Fox | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Led in R41-45 company at Rangiora. Sole win came here. Stick with him. |
| 3 |  | 800X96 | Reggie Golightly | 3 | Ft | Robbie Close | Slight let-up since battling along the markers here 16 Aug. Looking to others. |
| 4 |  | 554518 | Don Juan | 4 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Fair when he emerged on Sunday. Three-time winner here. Not out of this. |
| 5 |  | 22X104 | Little Biddy | 5 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Useful 4th behind Loretta last week & slots into similar draw. EW claims. |
| 6 |  | 063137 | Kotare Kelso | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Warmed up late behind Bronson 13 Sep in nice field. May be over the odds. |
| 7 | | 4X8805 | Mossdale Margaret | 7 | Ft | Blair Orange | Space only came late last week. More options from front row. Trifectas/First4s. |
| 8 | | X1190X | Tower Of Love | 8 | Ft | ||
| 9 | | 712649 | Follow Your Dream | 9 | Ft | John Dunn | Not the worst 9th in the world last week. Awkward alley tonight. Multiples. |
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| 10 | | 642621 | Delightful Dreams | 10 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Emerged for sharp maiden win 20 Sep. Always looked capable. Place must. |
| 11 |  | 106663 | Keeping It Kiwi | 11 | Ft | ||
| 12 | | 651205 | Salute | 12 | Ft | Ricky May | Tried hard for 5th 13 Sep. Moves out a spot or 2 on 2nd row. Blowout hope. |
| 13 |  | 22X587 | Sophia Bromac | U1 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Running on in 3 starts back but unruly always adds to her challenge. First4s. |
| Best Bets: Little Biddy (5), The Night Fox (2), Kotare Kelso (6), Delightful Dreams (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Kotare Kelso (1-56.9), Westar Molly (1-57.6), Sophia Bromac (1-57.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
Runner Index
Aardiebythehill - Race 7
Absolute Babe - Race 3
Action Major - Race 1
A Fine Patrick - Race 2
Alta Meteor - Race 8
American Me - Race 8
Arden's Memory - Race 9
Atlantic City - Race 5
B D Joe - Race 8
Beach Ball - Race 8
Beaudiene Hunter - Race 3
Betterthancash - Race 4
Borrisokane - Race 9
Boudica - Race 10
Bryce's Meddle - Race 6
Buffy Northstains - Race 2
Captain Christian - Race 3
Captain Moonlight - Race 3
Charlie Brown - Race 8
Classie Linc - Race 10
Clyde - Race 2
Confessional - Race 7
Dalton Shard - Race 8
Dance Till Dawn - Race 10
Dancing Desire - Race 10
Dave Duley - Race 9
Da Vinci - Race 8
Delightful Dreams - Race 11
Delightful Peg - Race 3
Della's Fella - Race 5
Demon Blue - Race 3
Don Juan - Race 11
Double Jeopardy - Race 4
Edge Of Reason - Race 1
Evangalist - Race 10
Fernetti - Race 6
Fernleigh Blackbird - Race 10
Fiery Bandito - Race 7
Five Crowns - Race 3
Follow Your Dream - Race 11
Forgiveness - Race 2
Franco Marek - Race 8
Franco Sinatra - Race 8
Frazzled - Race 5
Got You Covered - Race 8
Habibti Pat - Race 5
Hadleymae - Race 5
Hadron Collider - Race 4
Harrison John - Race 4
Helium - Race 9
Helloveamoment - Race 7
Here's Herbie - Race 8
Highgrove - Race 7
I Dream Of Jeannie - Race 7
I'm Rockin - Race 4
Irish Dream - Race 3
It's So Easy - Race 2
It's Tough - Race 4
Jack Tar - Race 1
Jimmy James Maguire - Race 6
Jupiter Jewel - Race 5
Justcallmemiki - Race 4
Katherine - Race 10
Keeping It Kiwi - Race 11
Kotare Kelso - Race 11
Kowhai Nugget - Race 9
Lakelsa - Race 10
Lewey Maguire - Race 1
Little Biddy - Race 11
Live On Legend - Race 6
Louretta - Race 10
Majesdix - Race 2
Major Cyclone - Race 2
Maroubra - Race 5
Massive Merc - Race 5
Master Class - Race 7
Miki Bennett - Race 9
Miki's Courage - Race 4
Molly Belwin - Race 4
Mossdale Ben - Race 8
Mossdale Margaret - Race 11
Mo'unga - Race 8
Mr Kaplan - Race 10
Munroe's Mate - Race 1
My Friend Louie - Race 9
Noah Magnific - Race 2
Paddy McDaddy - Race 5
Perun - Race 9
Princess Meritaten - Race 10
Prince Teka - Race 2
Pyramid Mystic - Race 2
Queen Kizen - Race 5
Ragazzo Major - Race 9
Reggie Golightly - Race 11
Reklaws Dream - Race 1
Renegade - Race 4
Republican Party - Race 8
Salute - Race 11
Son Of Patrick - Race 2
Sophia Bromac - Race 11
South Seas Rock - Race 6
Spicey Crunch - Race 3
Spirit Of Anarchy - Race 4
Stephs Boy - Race 1
Sweet Diamond - Race 10
Tact McLeod - Race 8
Tempo Warrior - Race 9
Terra Sancta - Race 10
The Dominator - Race 7
The Mantis - Race 1
The Night Fox - Race 11
The River Boy - Race 2
Theron - Race 3
Tide And Time - Race 6
Tower Of Love - Race 11
Treasure Cove - Race 3
Trump Card - Race 4
Vessem - Race 4
Viva La Vida - Race 5
Wag Star - Race 6
Wallflower - Race 1
Warloch - Race 1
Westar Molly - Race 11
We Walk By Faith - Race 4
Who's Delight - Race 8
Winnyzback - Race 9
Wotsonyamind - Race 1
Ya Rite Darl - Race 5
Zoltan Boscik - Race 7