NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 9 October
- Race Number:
- Race 1
- Race Time:
COMMODORE HOTEL WELCOMES HARNESS CLUBS OF NZ MOB PACE
$25,000, R47 TO R58 MOBILE, 1980m
For R47 to R58 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 0X3153 | Cheer The Captain | 1 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Never gave in after leading for last lap last week. Deeper field, but can place. |
| 2 |  | 344061 | Fusion Reactor | 2 | Ft | Jumps a fair way up in grade after Methven win. Racing well. First4 fringes best | |
| 3 |  | 500P13 | Heaven's Mark | 3 | Ft | John Morrison | Raced much better than her price 02 Oct with early speed. Combos option. |
| 4 |  | 16X235 | Always Be Batman | 4 | Ft | Hayden Douglas(J) | Only got out for the last 100m here last week. Just needs luck to play a part. |
| 5 | | 623481 | Semba | 5 | Ft | Tim Williams | Shrugged off 10m handicap for Sunday's win. Yet to win here, but has claims. |
| 6 | | 715925 | The Jolly Roger | 6 | Ft | Jacob Dunn(J) | Placed in both runs here back in 2024. Had his moments up north. Trifectas. |
| 7 |  | 634612 | Joyride(AUS) | 7 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Form has firmed up nicely & into a tighter ratings band than Timaru. In the mix. |
| 8 | | 314118 | Scrunch | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Freshened since largely great winter form. Thrives at this track-distance. EW. |
| 9 |  | 31X564 | Spirit Downunder | 9 | Ft | No peace in the running at Timaru. Race conditions suit nicely. Consider. | |
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| 10 | | 3P4234 | Malakai | 10 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Racing consistently although cops a tricky alley here. Add to trifecta tickets. |
| 11 |  | 18X285 | Sacetas | 11 | Ft | Ricky May | Only yielded late after working hard 25 Sep. May need mid-race move again. Place |
| Best Bets: Scrunch (8), Spirit Downunder (9), Always Be Batman (4), Semba (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: The Jolly Roger (1-54.0), Sacetas (1-54.3), Malakai (1-54.4) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 2
- Race Time:
BETAVET PREPARE - FOR PEAK PERFORMANCE HANDICAP TROT
$25,000, 4YO & OLDER R46 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R46 & faster 4yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 957763 | Premium Player | 1 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Gritty effort at Orari. Just the sole placing in 19 runs here though. First4s. |
| 2 |  | 436274 | One El | 2 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Honest efforts thereabouts through winter & spring. Always combos bait. |
| 3 |  | 542419 | Hoof It Hagrid | U1 | Ft | John Dunn | Too far back last week. Chance to land handier to the pace. Upset claims. |
| 4 |  | 191PX4 | Lauzelle | U2 | Ft | Leo O'Reilly | Impressive from midfield last week. Lightly-raced but can offer some cheek. |
| 5 |  | 799720 | Wilma's Boy | U3 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Didn't really fire last week. No sure thing with his gait, but don't disregard. |
| 6 |  | 34222X | Master Class | 1 | 10 | Kimberly Butt | Ultra-consistent trotter resuming. Three trials to prepare. Top 3/4 option. |
| 7 |  | 2211X9 | Axel Rose | 2 | 10 | Matthew Williamson | Not a factor at Oamaru after early mistake. Speedy though. Has claims. |
| 8 |  | 346857 | George Eliot | 3 | 10 | Robbie Close | Back to her favoured course after cheeky 7th at Methven. Combos enhancer. |
| 9 | | 481984 | Bravehearthighlander | 4 | 10 | Jacob Dunn(J) | First time back here since mid-2024. Honest attempts up north. First4s best. |
| 10 | | 3X3165 | Luvavici | 5 | 10 | Stacy Whatuira | Recovered from error for stout 5th last week. Key contender with manners. |
| 11 |  | 66346X | Dreams Pat | 6 | 10 | Robbie Holmes | Late mistake but still won 29 Sep trial. Past winner fresh, but may need this. |
| 12 | | 4182X3 | Tetrick(AUS) | U1 | 10 | Carter Dalgety(J) | Nabbed on the line in bold resuming run last week. Chance off the 10m. |
| 13 |  | 66XD12 | To The Moon And Back | U2 | 10 | Brad Williamson | Staunch 2nd to Tactical Bid at Winton & that stacks up. Can improve course stats |
| 14 |  | 412164 | Zoltan Boscik | 1 | 25 | Bob Butt | Good early manners, but hasn't rounded out his races. Place best off 25m. |
| 15 |  | 83036X | Rata | 2 | 25 | Jonny Cox | Very good on her day. Two quiet trials ahead of this. Taking notes fresh-up. |
| 16 |  | 231318 | Major Doosie | 3 | 25 | Sarah O'Reilly | Struggled up against the big guns here 04 Sep. 25m a test. Same Race Multis. |
| 17 | | 016X11 | Tactical Bid | U1 | 25 | Nathan Williamson | A revelation since joining Williamson barn. Look for him late with solid tempo. |
| Best Bets: Tetrick(AUS) (12), Luvavici (10), Axel Rose (7), Tactical Bid (17) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Tetrick(AUS) (2-02.3), Zoltan Boscik (2-02.5), Dreams Pat (2-02.9) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Dreams Pat - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 29/09/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-24.3, 800m: 58.0, 400m: 28.9, Margins: neck, 1 3/4len, 3 len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Master Class (6): SL-Off, To The Moon And Back (13): SL-Off, BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 3
- Race Time:
TYRE GENERAL MOBILE PACE
$25,000, R36 TO R42, 1980m
For R36 to R42 pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 322608 | Lous Pinup Girl | 1 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Drops back from top 3YO filly company. This grade suits. Don't underestimate. |
| 2 |  | 82X569 | Chaldon | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Don't underplay his 9th last week. Much better draw & has gate speed. EW. |
| 3 | | 1646 | Silent Witness | 3 | Ft | John Morrison | Mixed efforts since winning on debut here in July. Stick with her for now. |
| 4 |  | 10 | Bord De La Mer | 4 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Head-scratcher 14 Aug in 1st run out of maidens. Good 29 Sep trial. Consider. |
| 5 |  | 42X1 | Captain Wolf | 5 | Ft | Mark Hurrell | Earned his ticket north with impressive maiden win at Gore. Follow any money. |
| 6 | | 374314 | Last Honours | 6 | Ft | John Dunn | Showed no fears of new grade with last week's 4th. Will have admirers again. |
| 7 |  | 966622 | Tempo Warrior | 7 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Set up the speed in his last two. Wider draw, but may opt for similar. Combos. |
| 8 |  | 674523 | Major Happy | 8 | Ft | Jacob Dunn(J) | Baits the hook a lot with late dash. 1-from-45 here though. Combos contender. |
| 9 | | 215167 | Suspicious Captain | 9 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Space at a premium late here 02 Aug & drops back in class. Worth a look. |
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| 10 | | 9231X2 | King's Command | 10 | Ft | Tim Williams | Should be fitter for Timaru 2nd, although draw makes things awkward. In the mix. |
| 11 |  | 533212 | Nansana | 11 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Not far off Song Of Seas 21 Aug. Battling 8th at trials since. Market watch. |
| 12 | | 213 | Aardie's Memphis | 12 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Impressive late 25 Sep in first run in the grades. May be running on again. |
| 13 |  | 351228 | St Paddy | 13 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Better at the trials since being contained 21 Aug. Genuine threat with any luck. |
| 14 | | 2160X0 | Burnham Girl | 14 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Got back & stayed back in R41-46 company 25 Sep. Same Race Multis spice. |
| Best Bets: Bord De La Mer (4), Aardie's Memphis (12), Chaldon (2), Suspicious Captain (9) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: St Paddy (1-54.6), Major Happy (1-55.1), Suspicious Captain (1-57.2) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Bord De La Mer - 2nd of 7, N Cnty TOA, 29/09/26, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-20.9, 800m: 56.2, 400m: 27.6, Margins: 1/2 head, 3/4len, head. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Tempo Warrior (7): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
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- Race 4
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AOTEA ELECTRIC MOBILE TROT
$25,000, 3YO, 1980m
For 3-year-old trotters. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 7X7220 | Brewster Baker | 1 | Ft | Had an excuse for last week's failure. Taking on some very sharp 3YOs. First4s. | |
| 2 |  | 27124 | Montara | 2 | Ft | David White | Not all favours here 18 Sep & has been trotting with purpose. Not out of this. |
| 3 |  | 3231 | Evolution | 3 | Ft | Peter Davis | Missed a run last week after nice maiden success 11 Sep. Top 3/4 in good field. |
| 4 |  | 41140 | Just For Today | 4 | Ft | Luke Sutherland | Found trouble 600m out here 18 Sep. Things not going her way for now. Odds. |
| 5 | | 1DX1 | Landman | 5 | Ft | Ben Hope | Talent won out despite early tricks at Timaru. Very big motor. Each way claims. |
| 6 |  | 178X1 | I'm Connected | 6 | Ft | Punters were on the money with last week's easy win. Steps up, but keep safe. | |
| 7 |  | 111XD0 | Imperious Girl | 7 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | All the speed in the world, but errors in both spring runs. Give another go. |
| 8 | | 322X13 | Petite Amour | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Did plenty of work when a brave 3rd here 18 Sep. More reliable than some. EW. |
| 9 |  | X95110 | Makani | U1 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Broke during his mid-race move last week. Terrific wins prior. Rough claims. |
| 10 |  | 1270X0 | Who's Ya Daddy | U2 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Got it wrong early last week. Useful type when he behaves. Combos fringes. |
| 11 | | 15X821 | Kawatiri Trev | U3 | Ft | Bob Butt | Took down Prestigious 18 Sep & that form's been franked. Big threat with gaps. |
| Best Bets: Kawatiri Trev (11), Imperious Girl (7), Petite Amour (8), Landman (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Imperious Girl (1-56.8), Kawatiri Trev (1-59.3), Petite Amour (2-00.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Imperious Girl (7): BL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Imperious Girl to Regan Todd at Yaldhurst | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 5
- Race Time:
NZB STANDARDBRED HARNESS MILLION 2YO FILLIES MOBILE PACE (Listed)
$150,000, 2YO FILLIES, 1980m
For 2-year-old pacing fillies.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 6 | Rolling In It | 1 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Heads south after OK debut last Friday. Big step up here though. Top 3/4. |
| 2 |  | 21X11 | I'm The Boss | 2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Earned her top billing with 02 Oct success in front. Drawn to go three straight. |
| 3 |  | 819X60 | Beware The Storm | 3 | Ft | Mark Purdon | Awkward draws haven't helped in her two starts back. Add to trifectas from #3. |
| 4 | | 27X24 | Suva Baby | 4 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Rattling home in both her starts back. Draw could make things interesting. EW. |
| 5 |  | 18 | Bliss Philly | 5 | Ft | Robbie Close | Didn't shirk her task from well back 18 Sep. Good Rangiora win. Same Race Multis |
| 6 | | 11X418 | Daisy Bay | 6 | Ft | Jacob Dunn(J) | Didn't enjoy sitting parked 18 Sep. Going excellent races prior. Place prospect. |
| 7 |  | 3390 | Victory March | 7 | Ft | John Morrison | Beaten by a big margin here last week. Hard to see that changing for now. |
| 8 |  | 377X4 | Baileys Beauty | 8 | Ft | ||
| Best Bets: I'm The Boss (2), Suva Baby (4), Daisy Bay (6), Beware The Storm (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: I'm The Boss (1-56.0), Daisy Bay (1-57.8), Beware The Storm (1-58.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Beware The Storm (3): SL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Beware The Storm to Bronson Munro at Swannanoa | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 6
- Race Time:
NZB STANDARDBRED HARNESS MILLION 2YO MOBILE TROT (Listed)
$75,000, 2YO, 1980m
For 2-year-old trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 36X65 | I'm Annie | 1 | Ft | John Dunn | Not bad behind talented 2YO 25 Sep. Still hunting first win though. Top 3/4. |
| 2 | | Oricorio | 2 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Won 2 of 4 trials & close-up 4th behind good types 08 Sep trials. Smokey. | |
| 3 | | 44 | Mr Mercedes | 3 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Finding the line with purpose in both starts to date. Inside draw again. Place. |
| 4 |  | 1131X | Apollo Eleven | 4 | Ft | Peter Ferguson | 3 workouts since smart first campaign. Won his only left-handed start. Each way. |
| 5 | | 1 | Tactico | 5 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Green but held his nerve for 11 Sep win. Much bigger field here. Multiples. |
| 6 |  | 22X239 | La Venture | 6 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Got things wrong on the home bend 25 Sep. Solid prior & has gate speed. |
| 7 | | 11 | Eyes Wide Open | 7 | Ft | Blair Orange | Looked a cut above most of these in first two starts. Big hope with manners. |
| 8 |  | 248X53 | Donovan | 8 | Ft | Tim Williams | Gate speed on show last time. 50% place stats here. Top 3 looks best tonight. |
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| 9 | | Dream Anyway | 9 | Ft | David White | 4th in both pacing starts. Switching gaits & trials suggests he'll need a run. | |
| 10 | | Lipstick Cherry | 10 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Half-sister to Save A Prayer. Qualified at her 2nd attempt. Minor prizes here. | |
| 11 | | Arlo Jones | U1 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Mum had some speed. Shown zip at the trials but this looks a tough test. | |
| 12 |  | D12X38 | Duke Of Bourbon | U2 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Testing punters' patience with gait issues. No doubting his talent. Win or bust. |
| Best Bets: Eyes Wide Open (7), Duke Of Bourbon (12), Apollo Eleven (4), Mr Mercedes (3) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Duke Of Bourbon (2-00.8), Tactico (2-01.1), Apollo Eleven (2-01.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Oricorio - 1st of 2, Chertsey, 28/03/26, 1700m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-13.3, 800m: 61.7, 400m: 29.7, Margins: nose. | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Apollo Eleven to Bronson Munro at Swannanoa, Duke Of Bourbon to Hayden & Amanda Cullen at Rolleston | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 7
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NZB STANDARDBRED SOUTHERN MARES CLASSIC (MOBILE PACE) (Listed)
$50,000, 4YO & OLDER MARES, 1980m
For 4yo-&-older pacing mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes numbering sequentially from 1.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 674523 | Major Happy | 1 | Ft | Handy mare in the intermediate grades. First4s if she gains a start in this. | |
| 2 |  | 497256 | Classie Linc | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Middling form recently but last two runs had merit. Add to First4 tickets. |
| 3 | | 131642 | Monkee Major | 3 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Good efforts around the regions recently. Draw provides options. Rough claims. |
| 4 | | 317077 | Vincent Reactress | 4 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Outgunned late here 04 Sep & this is no easier. Looking for shortcuts here. |
| 5 |  | 4422X5 | Just Like Jagger | 5 | Ft | Kirstin Green | Bested late here 25 Sep in small but sharp field. Has gate speed. Combos. |
| 6 |  | 24X737 | Ebony Arden | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Far from the worst 7th last week. Has done a good job generally. Place hope. |
| 7 | | 47X221 | Queen Tyron | 7 | Ft | John Dunn | Used the trail to score 25 Sep. Plenty of upside, but big test here. Trifectas. |
| 8 |  | 42111X | Scotlynn Crunch | 8 | Ft | John Morrison | Ended the summer on an absolute tear. Close-up 2nd at trials. Smokey. |
| 9 |  | 212314 | Nothing But You | 9 | Ft | Blair Orange | Trial winner since gritty 4th last time. Yet to win from barrier 9 but consider. |
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| 10 |  | 225454 | Amaretto Franco | 10 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Good consistent efforts through winter & spring. Traffic queries here. Combos. |
| 11 |  | 17X161 | Utah Jazz | 11 | Ft | Nathan Williamson | Lightly raced, but has shown plenty of talent. Two workouts to prepare. EW. |
| 12 |  | 3352X3 | Princess Gracy | 12 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Warmed up for this with sharp 3rd behind Arafura. Should be running on. |
| 13 |  | 0X3984 | Esmeralda | 13 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Much more like her true self with Methven Cup 4th. Can fill a Top 3/4 spot. |
| 14 |  | 2121X2 | Chicago Sky | 14 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Rattled home behind Arafura 11 Sep. Very sharp through early 2026. Chance. |
| Best Bets: Princess Gracy (12), Nothing But You (9), Chicago Sky (14), Utah Jazz (11) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Princess Gracy (1-52.0), Ebony Arden (1-54.2), Esmeralda (1-54.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Nothing But You - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 29/09/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-27.9, 800m: 56.9, 400m: 28.0, Margins: 1/2 neck, 2 len, 2 len. | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Princess Gracy to Cran & Chrissie Dalgety at West Melton, Esmeralda to Sarah O'Reilly at Ashburton Raceway | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 8
- Race Time:
BRAXTON FARRIERS 3YO FLYING STAKES (MOBILE PACE) (Gr1)
$100,000, 3YO, 1980m
For 3-year-old pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 151310 | Franco Ankara | 1 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Shade disappointing last time after getting nice run in transit. Top 2-4 hope. |
| 2 | | 131122 | Franco Lomu | 2 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Ran Jumal to within a whisker last time. Gets the draw on him again. Key threat. |
| 3 | | 2243X9 | Get Seaside Lucky | 3 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Earplugs stayed in with no gaps late here 25 Sep. Combos best in 2nd start back |
| 4 |  | X14624 | Ashley Frank | 4 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Didn't give it away sitting parked last week. Better draw. Can sneak into Top 4. |
| 5 | | 111272 | Secret Beach | 5 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | First start at HQ, but is 3-from-3 left-handed at Cambridge. Trifectas claims. |
| 6 | | 388714 | Stumblin In | 6 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Backed up 18 Sep win with strong 4th to Jumal last time. Should be running on. |
| 7 | | 3111X1 | Jumal | 7 | Ft | Blair Orange | As tough as he is brilliant, judging by 25 Sep win. Top pick despite draw. |
| 8 | | 4937X5 | Sonofamistery | 8 | Ft | Tim Williams | Found the line with purpose behind Jumal last week. Front row draw. Place. |
| 9 |  | 3X2421 | Giorgio Denario | 9 | Ft | John Morrison | Nice soft kill despite wide draw 25 Sep. Awkward alley again. Top 3/4 option. |
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| 10 | | 61X468 | Freeze Frame | 10 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Bit more like his old self with last 200m here 25 Sep. First4s with late gaps. |
| 11 | | 211X16 | Treacherous Dreams | 11 | Ft | Ricky May | Had his chance from nice spot last Friday. May get OK run through. Combos. |
| 12 | | 14X210 | Marble Arch | 12 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Didn't get a perfect run late last week but work to do from this marble tonight. |
| Best Bets: Jumal (7), Franco Lomu (2), Stumblin In (6), Franco Ankara (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Freeze Frame (1-53.2), Marble Arch (1-54.1), Secret Beach (1-55.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Stumblin In (6): SL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 9
- Race Time:
RENWICK FARMS TROTTERS' CLASSIC (HANDICAP TROT) (Gr3)
$40,000, R66 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R66 & faster trotters. This race has a maximum back mark of 20 metres. The winner of this race is guaranteed a start in the 2026 Renwick Farms Dominion Trot, providing it is eligible for selection.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 140X34 | Resolve | 1 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Plenty to like about two runs back. Barrier 1 not ideal early though. First4s. |
| 2 | | 211221 | Tarragindi | 2 | Ft | Nathan Williamson | Proved he's got lots in the tank with Oamaru win off 30m. Cheeky front-row hope. |
| 3 |  | 21PX21 | Prestigious | 3 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Huge effort despite mistake to win last week. Watch him early, but has claims. |
| 4 | | 981X31 | Habibti Pat | 4 | Ft | Blair Orange | Gets into this superbly after D G Jones Cup win. Every chance to double-up. |
| 5 |  | 77X653 | Maui | 5 | Ft | Lawrence McCormick | Poked through with purpose last week. Capable of landing in top 6 again. |
| 6 | | 70X562 | Bounce N Beyond | 6 | Ft | Tim Williams | Powerful behind Prestigious last week & gets 30m closer at the start. Each way. |
| 7 | | 2X10X2 | Donna's Boy | 7 | Ft | Bob Butt | Backed up trials form with staunch 2nd last time. Harder here. Same Race Multis. |
| 8 |  | 657X02 | Nellie Doyle | 8 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Back to her best with slashing 2nd on the markers 25 Sep. Can surprise again. |
| 9 |  | 6311X8 | Rock Lobster | U1 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Will be better for a steady 8th in D G Jones Cup. Loves the 2600m. Upset claims. |
| 10 | | 312503 | Dash Dosh | U2 | Ft | Ricky May | Much more like it with 18 Sep 3rd. Generally good from a stand. In the mix. |
| 11 | | 544X19 | Ya Rite Darl | U3 | Ft | Jacob Dunn(J) | Didn't all go her way 25 Sep & Oamaru win was very sharp. Adds to the puzzle. |
| 12 | | 27X240 | Midnight Dash | 1 | 10 | Ben Hope | Don't dismiss his 10th last time. Always a contender in this grade. Trifectas. |
| 13 |  | 185X11 | Bring On The Muscle | U1 | 10 | Matthew Williamson | Contrasting tactics for his two winter wins. Matured nicely as a 5YO. Smokey. |
| 14 | | 125X17 | Mighty Logan | 1 | 20 | John Dunn | Made up many lengths late 25 Sep. Should deal with 20m quickly. A key threat. |
| Best Bets: Habibti Pat (4), Mighty Logan (14), Prestigious (3), Ya Rite Darl (11) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Midnight Dash (1-59.6), Rock Lobster (2-00.7), Mighty Logan (2-01.8) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Donna's Boy (7): HH-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Bring On The Muscle to Ken Barron at West Melton | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 10
- Race Time:
NZB STANDARDBRED HARNESS MILLION 2YO C&G MOBILE PACE (Listed)
$200,000, 2YO COLTS & GELDINGS, 1980m
For 2-year-old pacing colts & geldings.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
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| 1 | | 42X33 | Tactacool | 1 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Used inside draws to grab placings in both starts back. Combos from the ace. |
| 2 | | 26827 | The Visionary | 2 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Found a nice spot last Friday but couldn't lift. Draw gives options. First4s. |
| 3 | | 11X215 | Tour Party | 3 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Not at his sharpest last week, but has been one of the leading lights. Go again. |
| 4 | | 75X341 | Bamm Bamm | 4 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Sprinted with purpose to lead & win at Alex Park. Steps up here. Multiples hope. |
| 5 | | 5X2 | Waterfall Bay | 5 | Ft | John Dunn | Has returned a stronger horse judging by 30 Sep 2nd. Very big ask here though. |
| 6 | | 4544 | Dollar Bill | 6 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Still hunting a placing but finding the line nicely in last 2. Same Race Multis. |
| 7 | | 33356X | On Ya Bike | 7 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Sniffing around minor prizes in the autumn. Will need pedal power here. Roughie. |
| 8 | | 4X | A Mako Man | 8 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Fought well for 2nd in final trial ahead of resumption. Tough draw here though. |
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| 9 | | 111 | Faith Not Fear | 9 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Looked hugely talented in 3 runs. Got clear from this draw 18 Sep. Top pick. |
| 10 |  | 21113 | Lucky Luka | 10 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Not much luck at times 18 Sep, but was great late. Early position key. Chance. |
| 11 | | 324X32 | Patriot | 11 | Ft | Tim Williams | Yet to win a race, but 2nd behind Scoundrel last week caught the eye. Trifectas. |
| 12 |  | 22X426 | Chiggsy | 12 | Ft | Blair Orange | Battled late for 6th last week, but had an excuse. Usually consistent. Top 2/3. |
| 13 | | 1113X2 | Roger That | 13 | Ft | Ricky May | Handy trip down south for first race since May. Excellent in the autumn. Place. |
| 14 | | 22X623 | Coal Fire | 14 | Ft | Mark Purdon | One of the good ones behind Scoundrel last week. Adds intrigue again here. |
| Best Bets: Faith Not Fear (9), Tour Party (3), Lucky Luka (10), Coal Fire (14) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Bamm Bamm (1-54.6), Chiggsy (1-54.7), Roger That (1-55.0) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: A Mako Man - 2nd of 8, Ashburton, 08/09/26, 2400m Mobile, WnrsTime: 3-08.1, 800m: 58.3, 400m: 27.8, Margins: head, 1 1/2len, 3/4len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Coal Fire (14): BL-On, Dollar Bill (6): SL-On Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Coal Fire to Bronson Munro at Swannanoa | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 11
- Race Time:
WOODLANDS STUD 'HILARIOUS GUEST' FILLIES CLASSIC (MOB PACE)
$30,000, 3YO FILLIES MOBILE, 1980m
For 3-year-old pacing fillies. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 80X119 | Wat Next | 1 | Ft | Tony Herlihy | Early work no help at Alex Park. Winner here at this meeting last year. Chance. |
| 2 | | 944X37 | Lizzie Borden | 2 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Faded after getting the trail last week. 25 Sep 3rd a better guide. Combos. |
| 3 |  | 820281 | Eyes Of An Angel | 3 | Ft | Home in 55.9 to win at Gore last week. Much harder assignment. Rough odds. | |
| 4 | | 04X388 | Alecto | 4 | Ft | Mark Purdon | Down on her best 2YO & early 3YO form. More required to feature in this. |
| 5 | | P330X5 | All Of Me | 5 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Doing her best work late from a tough draw last week. Add to trifecta tickets. |
| 6 | | 10107X | Show Stopper | 6 | Ft | Zachary Butcher | Quiet in two trials since early 2026. May be better with tonight's outing. |
| 7 | | 151122 | Ride The Waves | 7 | Ft | Maurice McKendry | Two massive runs for 2nd at Alex Park. On course debut, but worth following. |
| 8 | | 213X24 | Cath | 8 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Picked herself up off the canvas for 2nd last week. Loves track/distance. EW. |
| 9 | | 1191X1 | Secret Wish | 9 | Ft | Blair Orange | Great job at Oamaru albeit from the ace. Never pulled out 29 Sep trials. Threat. |
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| 10 | | 711326 | Song Of Seas | 10 | Ft | Ricky May | Steady late here last week after early keenness. May follow right one. Combos. |
| 11 |  | 212122 | Easton Doll | 11 | Ft | Kimberly Butt | Racing very well in the grades. First time meeting the top fillies. Upset claims |
| 12 |  | 18X318 | Mattie Nevin | 12 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Came to the end of it at Oamaru. Beat Indulge Me 30 Aug. Top 3/4 player. |
| 13 | | 111X22 | Cherish Me | 13 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Sizzled late to almost score last week. Will relish a solid tempo again. Danger. |
| 14 | | P1812X | Seeking Clarity | 14 | Ft | Matthew Williamson | Big improver in first half of 2026. Nice 2nd at trials. Running on from draw. |
| Best Bets: Secret Wish (9), Wat Next (1), Cath (8), Cherish Me (13) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Cherish Me (1-53.8), Secret Wish (1-54.5), Seeking Clarity (1-54.6) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Horse Movements: Wat Next to Bronson Munro at Swannanoa, Alecto to Bronson Munro at Swannanoa | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 12
- Race Time:
PEBBLE BEACH AT ALABAR & NEVELE R MOBILE PACE
$25,000, 3YO & OLDER R43 TO R46, 1980m
For R43 to R46 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | X28520 | Selsey Anne | 1 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Tough trip last time. Good 2nd from #1 11 Sep & easier grade here. Combos. |
| 2 | | 1132X5 | Franco Lennon | 2 | Ft | Tim Williams | Warmed up nicely for 5th last week. No deeper here either. Each way player. |
| 3 |  | 113X27 | Cee Whata Mickee | 3 | Ft | Sam Thornley | Handy 7th to Franco Lomu in late July & that reads well. A genuine contender. |
| 4 | | 311X54 | Brilliant Chase | 4 | Ft | Bob Butt | Edging closer with both runs back & looks like a 3YO with upside. Right in this. |
| 5 | | 3116X9 | B B King | 5 | Ft | Anthony Butt | Enigmatic type but draw was against him here 25 Sep. Combos contender. |
| 6 | | 52141X | Wishing For U | 6 | Ft | John Dunn | Good 2nd 24 Sep workouts & the heat winner has since won. Trifectas/First4s. |
| 7 | | 21768X | Candy Cane | 7 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Steady 4th at workouts since last racing up north in the autumn. May need this. |
| 8 | | 209814 | The Bettor Major | 8 | Ft | Not far off them here 30 Sep. Into a tighter ratings band here though. Odds. | |
| 9 |  | X16474 | My Wingman | 9 | Ft | Sarah O'Reilly | Not doing much wrong in 4 starts back. Doesn't mind doing some work. Upset. |
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| 10 | | 096621 | Foliejon Star | 10 | Ft | Mia Holbrough(J) | Nice midweek winner last week. Will be sweating on gaps though. Top 3/4. |
| 11 | | X37619 | Beaudiene Always B | 11 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Space didn't come until late last week. May be able to settle midfield. Blowout. |
| 12 |  | X45X11 | Ringleader | U1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Solid 3rd behind #3 at trials since impressive winter form. Look for him late. |
| Best Bets: Cee Whata Mickee (3), Brilliant Chase (4), Franco Lennon (2), Ringleader (12) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Beaudiene Always B (1-55.0), Selsey Anne (1-56.7), Candy Cane (1-56.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Cee Whata Mickee - 1st of 8, N Cnty TOA, 29/09/26, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-28.7, 800m: 55.8, 400m: 27.8, Margins: 1/2len, 3/4len, 1/2len. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Beaudiene Always B (11): SL-Off Legend | |||||||
Runner Index
Aardie's Memphis - Race 3
Alecto - Race 11
All Of Me - Race 11
Always Be Batman - Race 1
A Mako Man - Race 10
Amaretto Franco - Race 7
Apollo Eleven - Race 6
Arlo Jones - Race 6
Ashley Frank - Race 8
Axel Rose - Race 2
Baileys Beauty - Race 5
Bamm Bamm - Race 10
B B King - Race 12
Beaudiene Always B - Race 12
Beware The Storm - Race 5
Bliss Philly - Race 5
Bord De La Mer - Race 3
Bounce N Beyond - Race 9
Bravehearthighlander - Race 2
Brewster Baker - Race 4
Brilliant Chase - Race 12
Bring On The Muscle - Race 9
Burnham Girl - Race 3
Candy Cane - Race 12
Captain Wolf - Race 3
Cath - Race 11
Cee Whata Mickee - Race 12
Chaldon - Race 3
Cheer The Captain - Race 1
Cherish Me - Race 11
Chicago Sky - Race 7
Chiggsy - Race 10
Classie Linc - Race 7
Coal Fire - Race 10
Daisy Bay - Race 5
Dash Dosh - Race 9
Dollar Bill - Race 10
Donna's Boy - Race 9
Donovan - Race 6
Dream Anyway - Race 6
Dreams Pat - Race 2
Duke Of Bourbon - Race 6
Easton Doll - Race 11
Ebony Arden - Race 7
Esmeralda - Race 7
Evolution - Race 4
Eyes Of An Angel - Race 11
Eyes Wide Open - Race 6
Faith Not Fear - Race 10
Foliejon Star - Race 12
Franco Ankara - Race 8
Franco Lennon - Race 12
Franco Lomu - Race 8
Freeze Frame - Race 8
Fusion Reactor - Race 1
George Eliot - Race 2
Get Seaside Lucky - Race 8
Giorgio Denario - Race 8
Habibti Pat - Race 9
Heaven's Mark - Race 1
Hoof It Hagrid - Race 2
I'm Annie - Race 6
I'm Connected - Race 4
Imperious Girl - Race 4
I'm The Boss - Race 5
Joyride(AUS) - Race 1
Jumal - Race 8
Just For Today - Race 4
Just Like Jagger - Race 7
Kawatiri Trev - Race 4
King's Command - Race 3
Landman - Race 4
Last Honours - Race 3
Lauzelle - Race 2
La Venture - Race 6
Lipstick Cherry - Race 6
Lizzie Borden - Race 11
Lous Pinup Girl - Race 3
Lucky Luka - Race 10
Luvavici - Race 2
Major Doosie - Race 2
Makani - Race 4
Malakai - Race 1
Marble Arch - Race 8
Master Class - Race 2
Mattie Nevin - Race 11
Maui - Race 9
Midnight Dash - Race 9
Mighty Logan - Race 9
Monkee Major - Race 7
Montara - Race 4
Mr Mercedes - Race 6
My Wingman - Race 12
Nansana - Race 3
Nellie Doyle - Race 9
Nothing But You - Race 7
One El - Race 2
On Ya Bike - Race 10
Oricorio - Race 6
Patriot - Race 10
Petite Amour - Race 4
Premium Player - Race 2
Prestigious - Race 9
Princess Gracy - Race 7
Queen Tyron - Race 7
Rata - Race 2
Resolve - Race 9
Ride The Waves - Race 11
Ringleader - Race 12
Rock Lobster - Race 9
Roger That - Race 10
Rolling In It - Race 5
Sacetas - Race 1
Scotlynn Crunch - Race 7
Scrunch - Race 1
Secret Beach - Race 8
Secret Wish - Race 11
Seeking Clarity - Race 11
Selsey Anne - Race 12
Semba - Race 1
Show Stopper - Race 11
Silent Witness - Race 3
Song Of Seas - Race 11
Sonofamistery - Race 8
Spirit Downunder - Race 1
St Paddy - Race 3
Stumblin In - Race 8
Suspicious Captain - Race 3
Suva Baby - Race 5
Tactacool - Race 10
Tactical Bid - Race 2
Tactico - Race 6
Tarragindi - Race 9
Tempo Warrior - Race 3
Tetrick(AUS) - Race 2
The Bettor Major - Race 12
The Jolly Roger - Race 1
The Visionary - Race 10
To The Moon And Back - Race 2
Tour Party - Race 10
Treacherous Dreams - Race 8
Utah Jazz - Race 7
Victory March - Race 5
Vincent Reactress - Race 7
Waterfall Bay - Race 10
Wat Next - Race 11
Who's Ya Daddy - Race 4
Wilma's Boy - Race 2
Wishing For U - Race 12
Ya Rite Darl - Race 9
Zoltan Boscik - Race 2