NZ Metropolitan Trotting Club Inc
Friday, 25 October
- Race Number:
- Race 1
- Race Time:
IRT & TAB UNSUNG HEROS RACE NIGHT MOBILE PACE
$13,950, 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.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Jena | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | On debut. Impressed in most recent trial. The ace a big advantage here. Each way | |
| 2 |  | 628024 | Shard De Arch | 2 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Made up a stack of ground late here 18 Oct. Draws closer in. Pay to keep onside. |
| 3 |  | 532234 | Brandi Snapp | 3 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Plenty of merit in all her recent racing. Due a winning turn. Bright hopes. |
| 4 |  | 83 | Sweet Mama | 4 | Ft | ||
| 5 |  | 209577 | Melton Enforcer | 5 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Just fair from same draw here 18Oct. This looks a little easier. First4 fringe. |
| 6 |  | 535244 | Melton Magnate | 6 | Ft | Ricky May | Knocking on the door of maiden win. Tricky draw but ignore at your own peril. |
| 7 |  | 5483X2 | Fredastaire | 7 | Ft | Robbie Close | Looks to have come back in fine order. Won't be a maiden for long. Win hopes. |
| 8 |  | 9606X | Just Foxin | 8 | Ft | Tim Williams | Comes into this fresh but wasn't foxing when winning recent trial. Market watch. |
| 9 |  | 02 | Lochdarragh | 9 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Best of the rest behind a smart one 18Oct. Looks to have a future. Stick with. |
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| 10 |  | 8069 | Revolution | 10 | Ft | ||
| Best Bets: Lochdarragh (9), Shard De Arch (2), Brandi Snapp (3), Fredastaire (7) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Just Foxin - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 17/10/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-32.4, 800m: 57.4, 400m: 29.1, Margins: nose, 4 1/2len, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Just Foxin (8): RD-On, BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 2
- Race Time:
THE NATALIE LATIMER TROT
$14,738, NON-WINNERS 2YO & OLDER, 2600m
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 457391 | Massive Merc | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 |  | 842743 | Solemn Son | 2 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Looking more confident lately. Will win a maiden but place preferred in this. |
| 3 |  | Countless Questions | 3 | Ft | Bronson Munro | Brings strong trial form to the races. Has the ability to make a winning debut. | |
| 4 |  | 4044 | One Mhor For Heather | 4 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Consistent type but was behind the #3 in recent trial. Cover in Tris/First4s. |
| 5 |  | 935242 | Diamond Harbour | 5 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Still chasing elusive maiden win but bringing strong race day form. Each way. |
| 6 |  | Night Life | 6 | Ft | |||
| 7 |  | 57X034 | Tinkerbelle | 7 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Never chucked it away after tough trip 18Oct. Entitled to healthy support. E/W |
| 8 |  | 675625 | Tessamae | 8 | Ft | Brent Borcoskie | Reliable type who is improving with racing. Can add value to exotic bets here. |
| 9 |  | 506646 | Wypout | 9 | Ft | Stacy Whatuira | Midfield efforts her lot lately. More reliable than some but seeking extra here. |
| 10 |  | 6375X5 | Five Monkeys | 10 | Ft | Robbie Close | Strong effort after early error 16Oct when well supported. Allow another chance. |
| 11 |  | 3383 | Brother Johnson | U1 | Ft | Phil Williamson | Was doing his best work late 20Oct. Looks to have a future. Threat with his best |
| 12 |  | Miss Maddie Maxie | U2 | Ft | Ricky May | Improving efforts at the trials lately. Upset hopes in a deep field on debut. | |
| 13 |  | Hank Hill | U3 | Ft | Gavin Smith | On debut. Safely contained behind the #3 recently. Unruly adds to his challenge. | |
| Best Bets: Countless Questions (3), Brother Johnson (11), Five Monkeys (10), Tinkerbelle (7) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Countless Questions - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 17/10/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-34.8, 800m: 59.6, 400m: 29.4, Margins: 2 len, neck, 9 len. | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 3
- Race Time:
THE JILL SMITHERAM & PAIGE NICOL MOBILE PACE
$17,595, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R54, 1980m
For R51 to R54 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 341X57 | Franco Humbie | 1 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Fitness is peaking after 2 runs back. Winner of recent trial. Right in this. |
| 2 |  | 221168 | Magician | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Tough run may have told 11 Oct. Dangerous with cover in running. Don't drop. |
| 3 |  | 255721 | Off The Edge | 3 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Chalked up win #9 here 16 Oct, albeit in amateurs. Draw helps. Combos. |
| 4 | | 313710 | Kotare Kelso | 4 | Ft | Bob Butt | Given quiet trial since rare failure here 03 Oct. May sneak under the radar. |
| 5 |  | 138085 | Foveaux Gambler | 5 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Nice recovery after early error 18 Oct. Gets in well on ratings. Could surprise. |
| 6 | | 453418 | Mouton Cadet | 6 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Found himself too far back 18 Oct. Possess a nice turn of foot with right run. |
| 7 |  | X32175 | Mighty Flying Lou | 7 | Ft | Ricky May | Looks to be enjoying his racing lately. Built himself a tidy record here. Place. |
| 8 |  | 311754 | Miki Bennett | 8 | Ft | Tim Williams | Entitled to tire after tough trip 18 Oct. Draw no help but deserves respect. |
| 9 |  | 69161 | Itz Flash Harry | 9 | Ft | Blair Orange | Impressive when he wouldn't be denied at Oamaru. Tougher from this draw though. |
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| 10 |  | 120531 | Salute | 10 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Gate speed negated by draw but may follow right one through. Look for him late. |
| 11 |  | 8X4212 | Munroe's Mate | 11 | Ft | John Morrison | Losing no friends as he continues to race in fine form. Deserves healthy respect |
| 12 |  | 098077 | Tempo Warrior | 12 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Down on his best form lately & traffic may be an issue. Seeking all favours. |
| 13 | | 490217 | Sky Rocket | 13 | Ft | Robbie Close | Didn't receive all favours last start. Nice win at Methven. Adds to the puzzle. |
| 14 |  | 243253 | Dave Duley | 14 | Ft | John Dunn | Racing with plenty of purpose lately. Draw adds to his task but still must rate. |
| Best Bets: Munroe's Mate (11), Magician (2), Salute (10), Dave Duley (14) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Off The Edge (1-56.2), Kotare Kelso (1-56.9), Dave Duley (1-57.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Franco Humbie - 1st of 5, Chertsey, 14/10/24, 2400m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-13.0, 800m: 58.6, 400m: 28.2, Margins: 1 1/2len, 2 1/2len, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Itz Flash Harry (9): FD-Off, RD-On, Salute (10): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 4
- Race Time:
THE ANDREW McKERROW TROT
$16,840, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R49, 2600m
For R35 to R49 3yo-&-older trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 079831 | Koko Kaboom | 1 | Ft | Scott Lethaby | Showed what he's capable of with maiden win 16 Oct. Can't afford to miss a beat. |
| 2 |  | 371630 | Bevron | 2 | Ft | Robbie Holmes | Didn't enjoy all favours last start. More reliable than most. First4 fringes. |
| 3 |  | 990871 | Knowing Me | 3 | Ft | Peter Davis | Caught punters off guard at Methven. Will notice the grade rise. Want true odds. |
| 4 | | 492890 | The Bloss | 4 | Ft | Brent Borcoskie | Fast starter who can often give cheek if left alone to set own terms. Place hope |
| 5 |  | 541536 | Bullit Train | 5 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Battled after early error 16 Oct. More good than bad lately. Don't drop yet. |
| 6 |  | 322330 | Natives Inferno | 6 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Blotted his nice run of consistency last start. Threat if he steps. Can atone. |
| 7 |  | 608223 | Opawa Peak | 7 | Ft | ||
| 8 | | 6X8007 | Bounce N Beyond | 8 | Ft | John Dunn | Confidence building run here 18 Oct. Hinting at return to form for connections. |
| 9 |  | 12522 | Fear And Faith | 9 | Ft | John Morrison | Racing with no fear & plenty of faith in most recent performances. Goes close. |
| 10 |  | 806819 | Love Potion | 10 | Ft | Bob Butt | The sheen looked to have worn off 16 Oct after belting punters prior. Roughie. |
| 11 |  | 638307 | Take After Me | 11 | Ft | ||
| 12 |  | 5507X8 | A Late Late Pressy | 12 | Ft | ||
| 13 | | 5050X0 | Musclynn | 13 | Ft | Philippa Wakelin | In need of resuming run 06 Oct. Can come to hand quickly. Not out of this. |
| 14 | | 704593 | Buffy Northstains | 14 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Nice effort to place 16 Oct. Must respect 10 career wins. Look for her late. |
| 15 |  | X90448 | Osmium | 15 | Ft | Robbie Close | Went around for practice 16Oct after early error. Looked on the improve prior. |
| 16 | | 509697 | Brett's Mate | 16 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Durable type who does save his best for here. Dangerous if he's close enough. |
| 17 |  | 801757 | Boyz Invasion | U1 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Back to his old tricks 16 Oct. More than enough ability if mood strikes. Bolter. |
| 18 | | 7055X0 | The Chase | U2 | Ft | Blair Orange | Looked in need of resuming run & big field to get around makes it a tough chase. |
| Best Bets: Fear And Faith (9), Bullit Train (5), Natives Inferno (6), Bounce N Beyond (8) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: The Bloss (2-01.5), Musclynn (2-05.1), Bullit Train (2-07.1) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: The Bloss (4): BL-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 5
- Race Time:
THE GREG PRENDERGAST MOBILE PACE
$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R55 TO R70, 1980m
For R55 to R70 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 14X232 | Wish Me Luck | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Losing no fans with recent racing. Drawn to get all favours. Right in the fight. |
| 2 |  | 3164X8 | Teds Legacy | 2 | Ft | Jim Curtin | Handy customer who will take plenty of benefit from fresh up run. Cover in Tris. |
| 3 |  | 817765 | Raging Whitebait | 3 | Ft | ||
| 4 |  | 91X639 | The Surfer | 4 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Didn't receive all favours when making course debut 11 Oct. A likely improver. |
| 5 | | X58630 | Tide And Time | 5 | Ft | Robbie Close | Played no part 18Oct. Strong effort prior to place. Gate speed to take him deep. |
| 6 |  | 79X554 | Life Of Art | 6 | Ft | Jonny Cox | Continues to race honestly without having that knock-out blow. First4 fringes. |
| 7 | | 426120 | Helium | 7 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Entitled to tire last start. Will appreciate front row draw. Can bounce back. |
| 8 | | 442X30 | We Walk By Faith | 8 | Ft | Bob Butt | Pay to forgive last start after coping bad luck. Classy customer on his day. EW. |
| 9 | | 79X343 | Jimmy James Maguire | 9 | Ft | ||
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| 10 | | X23704 | Triple G | 10 | Ft | John Dunn | Will have lost no fans in determined effort 18 Oct. Soft run on offer. Each way. |
| 11 | | 333124 | Mako | 11 | Ft | Mark Jones | Impressive effort here 11 Oct when racing without favours. Just needs right run. |
| 12 | | 103190 | Justcallmemiki | 12 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Would have slept well 11 Oct. Facing some serious contenders here. Looks held. |
| 13 |  | 41X458 | Little Spike | 13 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Wasn't all that far off them last start. No easier this evening either. Roughie. |
| 14 | | 71414X | Mr Cash Man | 14 | Ft | John Morrison | Smart type resuming with eyes on bigger prizes. Threat if anywhere near his best |
| Best Bets: We Walk By Faith (8), Helium (7), Wish Me Luck (1) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Tide And Time (1-54.3), Helium (1-55.8), Triple G (1-56.5) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Justcallmemiki (12): SL-Off, Life Of Art (6): BL-On, Mr Cash Man (14): SL-Off Legend | |||||||
| Horse Movements: The Surfer to Mark Jones at Burnham, Mako to Mark Jones at Burnham, Little Spike to Mark Jones at Burnham | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 6
- Race Time:
THE NIGEL & BRENDA ARMSTRONG MOBILE PACE
$13,688, NON-WINNERS 2YO, 1980m
For 2-year-old pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Sex (fillies drawn inside colts and geldings) using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 54 | Katys Shadow | 1 | Ft | Ricky May | Improving with racing & gets the coveted ace draw to utilize. Place claims here. |
| 2 | | 22632X | Joyride(AUS) | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Talented type with race day experience over most. Winner of recent trial. Rates. |
| 3 | | 34866 | Elektra King | 3 | Ft | Terry Chmiel | Midfield efforts in slightly deeper affairs lately. Pay not to underestimate. |
| 4 | | Selsey Anne | 4 | Ft | |||
| 5 |  | 7X4664 | Woodlea Rocks | 5 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Putting in some tidy performances lately. May sneak under punters' guard here. |
| 6 | | 83 | Louie Massimo | 6 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Nice recovery after early error at Oamaru. Will take plenty of benefit from it. |
| 7 | | 4X4633 | Strikem | 7 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Brings some strong race day form here. Can claim his maiden victory here. EW. |
| 8 | | 282 | Captain Christian | 8 | Ft | Tim Williams | Another with a bright future awaiting him. Has the ability to overcome wide draw |
| Best Bets: Captain Christian (8), Joyride(AUS) (2), Louie Massimo (6), Strikem (7) | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Joyride(AUS) - 1st of 5, N Cnty TOA, 17/10/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-31.2, 800m: 57.8, 400m: 29.4, Margins: nose, 1/2len, 1 1/2len. | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 7
- Race Time:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PETE SMITH FILLIES & MARES MOBILE PACE
$17,000, R43 TO R55 FILLIES & MARES, 1980m
For R43 to R55 pacing fillies & mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 930136 | Penny Weight | 1 | Ft | John Morrison | Gets in at the bottom of the ratings band. Tidy 6th here 20 Sep. First4s option. |
| 2 | | 647671 | Major Performer | 2 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | Ended string of unlucky runs with 16 Oct win. Jumps in grade. Rough claims. |
| 3 |  | 17X803 | Don't Tell Jenny | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Form improving after 3 runs back. Front-running trial win 17 Oct. Combos. |
| 4 | | 2X014 | Stella Rouge | 4 | Ft | Tim Williams | Backed up huge 03 Oct win with strong 4th 11 Oct. A key contender in this. |
| 5 |  | 168106 | Milou | 5 | Ft | Blair Orange | One-paced at Methven from wider draw. Has gate speed though. True odds. |
| 6 |  | 01X900 | Times Are A Changin | 6 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Battling efforts in 3 starts back & is 0-from-13 at this course. Not for us. |
| 7 |  | X48X28 | Ellie Franco | 7 | Ft | Craig Thornley | Couldn't go on after leading at Oamaru. 3rd at trials since. Market your guide. |
| 8 | | 1590P0 | Classie Linc | 8 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Well beaten here last week. Gear issue the start prior. Take on trust again. |
| 9 | | 137846 | Dancing Desire | 9 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Did it tough behind classy mare here 11 Oct. Awkward draw, but can run Top3/4. |
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| 10 | | 720833 | Katherine | 10 | Ft | Jessica Young-Grant | Found good spot from gate speed last week. Traffic the concern here. Multiples. |
| 11 | | 541106 | Louretta | 11 | Ft | Craig Ferguson | Still has a few tricks to her, but nice 3rd from this draw last week. Keep safe. |
| 12 | | 560600 | Molly Belwin | 12 | Ft | ||
| 13 |  | 191X9 | Dynasty | 13 | Ft | Bob Butt | Raced better than her price last week in top fillies field. May have last say. |
| 14 | | 877X70 | Tokyo Rose | 14 | Ft | ||
| Best Bets: Stella Rouge (4), Louretta (11), Dynasty (13), Dancing Desire (9) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Katherine (1-55.3), Dancing Desire (1-55.5), Stella Rouge (1-56.3) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Don't Tell Jenny - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 17/10/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-32.8, 800m: 57.3, 400m: 28.4, Margins: 3/4len, 1 len, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Louretta (11): P-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 8
- Race Time:
MACCA LODGE SIRES' STAKES 2YO FILLIES CLASSIQUE (MOB TROT) (Gr3)
$45,003, 2YO FILLIES MOBILE, 1980m
For 2-year-old trotting fillies. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes using the track grid.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 764 | Luby's Luck | 1 | Ft | Blair Orange | Well behaved for the first time here 11 Oct. Breeding's there. Place best. |
| 2 |  | 547X0 | Miss Melanie | 2 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Battled from stand start at Methven & found it tough in the autumn. First4s. |
| 3 | | 21 | Atlantic City | 3 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Brought her manners for 18 Oct after stout 27 Sep debut. Right in the fight. |
| 4 | | 61X230 | Frazzled | 4 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | Blotted the formline 27 Sep after two good resuming runs. Give another go,. |
| 5 | | 13X643 | Queen Kizen | 5 | Ft | John Morrison | Building in confidence this time in & 2L trial winner 14 Oct. Multiples must. |
| 6 | | 11X143 | Ya Rite Darl | 6 | Ft | John Dunn | Adaptable filly for a 2YO trotter. Could make first 200m interesting. Keep safe. |
| Best Bets: Atlantic City (3), Ya Rite Darl (6), Frazzled (4), Queen Kizen (5) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Ya Rite Darl (2-01.5), Atlantic City (2-01.9), Frazzled (2-03.1) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Queen Kizen - 1st of 3, Chertsey, 14/10/24, 1700m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-15.1, 800m: 63.0, 400m: 30.0, Margins: 2 len, 3 len. | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 9
- Race Time:
THE ALAN GIBSON HANDICAP PACE
$20,000, R55 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R55 & faster pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | 641820 | Tanzania | 1 | Ft | ||
| 2 | | 25X379 | Xlendi | 2 | Ft | Bob Butt | On stand start debut after fair efforts from stiff draws. Danger with his best. |
| 3 | | 320X51 | Wotsonyamind | 3 | Ft | Blair Orange | Took care of R35-50 field at Methven. A significant class rise here. First4s. |
| 4 | | 6413X5 | Woodbine Rocks | 4 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Enterprising 5th at Oamaru fresh-up. Has placed second up. Blowout prospect. |
| 5 |  | 5915X2 | Lester | 1 | 10 | Kimberly Butt | Impressive 2nd fresh in Oamaru Cup. Stable is thriving. Don't underestimate. |
| 6 | | X74027 | Here's Herbie | 2 | 10 | Colin DeFilippi | Good enough to be 2nd in Methven Cup two starts back. Adds to the puzzle. |
| 7 | | X22342 | Charlie Brown | 1 | 20 | John Dunn | As reliable as any horse this spring. Manners & grittiness are big plusses. EW. |
| 8 | | 068000 | Franco Sinatra | 2 | 20 | ||
| 9 | | 163291 | Bryce's Meddle | 3 | 20 | Korbyn Newman(J) | In a rich vein of form as sustained campaign continues. Place hope off 20m. |
| 10 |  | 59X500 | Homebush Lad | 4 | 20 | Ben Hope | Continued unflattering record at HQ with battling 12th last week. On the bench. |
| 11 | | 16X469 | Mo'unga | 5 | 20 | Robbie Close | More speed than most here, but early mistake here 11 Oct. Chance with manners. |
| 12 | | 609505 | Heisenberg | 6 | 20 | Tim Williams | Honest campaigner who nabbed nice 5th in last week. Back 20m. Multiples. |
| 13 | | 26264X | One Change | 1 | 30 | Jonny Cox | Comfy workout win 19 Oct in first run since April. Great fresh record. Threat. |
| 14 | | 34047X | Kango | 2 | 30 | Samantha Ottley | Open-class northerner who has won here before. Consider despite 30m mark. |
| Best Bets: Mo'unga (11), Charlie Brown (7), One Change (13), Kango (14) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Mo'unga (1-58.0), Kango (1-58.8), Heisenberg (2-00.3) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Homebush Lad (10): RD-Off, FD-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 10
- Race Time:
THE RICHARD BROMLEY MOBILE PACE
$15,440, 2YO & OLDER R47 TO R50, 1980m
For R47 to R50 2yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 084767 | Stephs Boy | 1 | Ft | Bob Butt | Faded after leading at Methven. Lead may be on offer again. Multiples from #1. |
| 2 | | 152X | Watching Brief | 2 | Ft | John Morrison | Freshened since brief but impressive winter runs. Drawn to get her chance. |
| 3 | | 91 | Allbetsroff | 3 | Ft | John Dunn | Got the job done with gate speed at Oamaru. Steps up here. Include in Top3/4. |
| 4 | | 73410 | Sweet Willow | 4 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Fair 10th here 11 Oct in first run out of maidens. Kinder draw. First4 fringes. |
| 5 | | X1190X | Tower Of Love | 5 | Ft | ||
| 6 | | 03478X | Donttelltheboys | 6 | Ft | Colin DeFilippi | Has won fresh, but went off the boil in autumn. Improving October trials. Odds. |
| 7 | | 1 | Ocean Of Tears | 7 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Very impressive 26 Jul debut win. Steady 5th 08 Oct trials. Will have admirers. |
| 8 |  | 1 | Chaldon | 8 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Nice win on debut at Oamaru & showed gate speed. Similar early speed here? EW. |
| 9 | | 407X04 | Toby Tom B | 9 | Ft | Blair Orange | Gaps in short supply 11 Oct. Big change in draws. May be looming late. |
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| 10 | | 188190 | Wuhan | 10 | Ft | Kyle Cameron | Well beaten here 18 Oct in wider ratings band. Seeking luck from 2nd row. |
| 11 |  | 20X547 | Jose Quivera | 11 | Ft | Ross Cameron | Not a world away in 3 starts back. Easier field than Oamaru. Don't disregard. |
| Best Bets: Watching Brief (2), Chaldon (8), Toby Tom B (9), Ocean Of Tears (7) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Stephs Boy (1-57.0), Toby Tom B (1-58.2), Watching Brief (1-58.8) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
| Star Trialist: Donttelltheboys - 2nd of 6, N Cnty TOA, 17/10/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-32.8, 800m: 57.3, 400m: 28.4, Margins: 3/4len, 1 len, neck. | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Allbetsroff (3): SL-Off, BL-On, Ocean Of Tears (7): FD-Off, RD-On Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 11
- Race Time:
THE MURRAY HOWARD HANDICAP TROT
$18,000, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R75 DISCRETIONARY, 2600m
For R51 to R75 trotters.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | X04003 | Tu Tangata | 1 | Ft | Paul Nairn | Paid the hardy followers with a 3rd last week. Early manners the key. Consider. |
| 2 |  | 2601X1 | My Royal Break | 2 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Stout win at Oamaru albeit in 1-win grade. A bit more testing here. Multiples. |
| 3 |  | 176080 | Vertigo | 3 | Ft | Lawrence McCormick | Two October runs better than the formline suggests. May be over the odds. |
| 4 |  | 364863 | Royal Del | 4 | Ft | Blair Orange | Very reliable type in this grade & good 3rd last time out. Worth keeping onside. |
| 5 |  | 747908 | George Eliot | 5 | Ft | Robbie Close | Hinted at a return to form when clear late here last week. Include in First4s. |
| 6 |  | X51075 | Muscle Sass | 6 | Ft | Samantha Ottley | Worked home OK here last week. Generally good from a stand. Adds to the puzzle. |
| 7 | | 5X1210 | Brother Love | 7 | Ft | Gavin Smith | Got his gait wrong at Oamaru. Good form prior but in the lower grades. Odds. |
| 8 |  | 4130X0 | Dasher | U1 | Ft | Carter Dalgety(J) | All too tough after breaking in score-up last week. Prefer to watch for now. |
| 9 | | 067001 | Forgiveness | U2 | Ft | Sheree Tomlinson | Forgiven by her loyal fans with powerful R46-50 win. Capable of doubling up. |
| 10 |  | 0118X0 | Who's Queen | 1 | 10 | Tim Williams | Made a mess of the start at Methven. Brief autumn brilliance. Take on trust. |
| 11 |  | 111X68 | Four Wise Women | 2 | 10 | John Dunn | Outgunned in top 3YO grades this time in. Unbeaten from a stand though. EW. |
| 12 |  | 698062 | Helloveamoment | 3 | 10 | Sam Thornley(J) | Gave a sight in front last week. Better from a stand too. Combos from 10m mark. |
| 13 | | 8257X7 | Franco Josiah | U1 | 10 | John Morrison | Battled here 13 Sep but there's good form out of that race. Likely improver. |
| 14 | | 725210 | Confessional | 1 | 20 | Bob Butt | Did his chips at the start 11 Oct against big guns. Contender with his A game. |
| 15 | | 767X40 | Eurokash | 2 | 20 | ||
| 16 |  | 455767 | Maui | U1 | 20 | David McCormick | First plain run in a while when 7th here 11 Oct. Could offer cheek at odds. |
| Best Bets: Confessional (14), Four Wise Women (11), Forgiveness (9), Muscle Sass (6) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Franco Josiah (1-59.9), Confessional (2-03.0), Royal Del (2-03.9) [races between 2401m and 2799m] | |||||||
| Gear Changes: Forgiveness (9): BL-Off Legend | |||||||
- Race Number:
- Race 12
- Race Time:
IRT. YOUR HORSE. OUR PASSION. MOBILE PACE
$16,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R46, 1980m
For R40 to R46 3yo-&-older pacers.
| Book | Form | Name | Draw | Hcp | Driver | Comment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | | 874004 | Auntie Deb | 1 | Ft | Andrew Faulks | Mixing his efforts but liked this draw last week. Worth adding to First4 tickets |
| 2 | | 72409X | Bonnie's Girl | 2 | Ft | Olivia Thornley(J) | Change of scenery for well-bred filly. Zipped late 8 Oct trials. Keep very safe. |
| 3 |  | 875917 | Sophia Bromac | 3 | Ft | Riley Harrison(J) | OK 7th here last week after using inside draw well. Better than that. Combos. |
| 4 | | 067000 | Eddie Osei | 4 | Ft | ||
| 5 |  | 291508 | Tabasco | 5 | Ft | Brad Williamson | Not the worst 8th in the world last week. Drops back in grade too. Consider. |
| 6 | | 229X99 | Georgie Zukov | 6 | Ft | John Morrison | Couldn't sustain after leading at Motukarara. Plain course stats. Rough odds. |
| 7 | | 234X52 | Bettor Be Sharp | 7 | Ft | Gerard O'Reilly | Went close as favourite here 16 Oct. More options from front row. Each way. |
| 8 | | 708X68 | Masterlou | 8 | Ft | Sam Thornley(J) | Honest attempts in two runs back. Yet to place from mobile though. Odds. |
| 9 |  | 881691 | Eastwood Dream | 9 | Ft | Seth Hill(J) | Sharp win at big odds here 16 Oct. Awkward draw, but could spice up combos. |
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| 10 | | 262127 | Delightful Dreams | 10 | Ft | Wilson House(J) | Drops back from tidy 7th in R47-54 company last time. Danger with any gaps. |
| 11 | | 46X500 | Hey Tonight | 11 | Ft | Harrison Orange(J) | Freshened since being well beaten in two September runs. Needs to improve. |
| 12 | | 649807 | Follow Your Dream | 12 | Ft | ||
| 13 | | X72068 | Melody Banner | U1 | Ft | Tim Williams | Round in one piece at Oamaru from the unruly. Capable but has tricks too. |
| Best Bets: Bonnie's Girl (2), Bettor Be Sharp (7), Tabasco (5), Delightful Dreams (10) | |||||||
| Best Mile Rates: Sophia Bromac (1-57.8), Melody Banner (1-58.0), Bettor Be Sharp (1-58.4) [races less or equal 2000m] | |||||||
Runner Index
A Late Late Pressy - Race 4
Allbetsroff - Race 10
Atlantic City - Race 8
Auntie Deb - Race 12
Bettor Be Sharp - Race 12
Bevron - Race 4
Bonnie's Girl - Race 12
Bounce N Beyond - Race 4
Boyz Invasion - Race 4
Brandi Snapp - Race 1
Brett's Mate - Race 4
Brother Johnson - Race 2
Brother Love - Race 11
Bryce's Meddle - Race 9
Buffy Northstains - Race 4
Bullit Train - Race 4
Captain Christian - Race 6
Chaldon - Race 10
Charlie Brown - Race 9
Classie Linc - Race 7
Confessional - Race 11
Countless Questions - Race 2
Dancing Desire - Race 7
Dasher - Race 11
Dave Duley - Race 3
Delightful Dreams - Race 12
Diamond Harbour - Race 2
Don't Tell Jenny - Race 7
Donttelltheboys - Race 10
Dynasty - Race 7
Eastwood Dream - Race 12
Eddie Osei - Race 12
Elektra King - Race 6
Ellie Franco - Race 7
Eurokash - Race 11
Fear And Faith - Race 4
Five Monkeys - Race 2
Follow Your Dream - Race 12
Forgiveness - Race 11
Four Wise Women - Race 11
Foveaux Gambler - Race 3
Franco Humbie - Race 3
Franco Josiah - Race 11
Franco Sinatra - Race 9
Frazzled - Race 8
Fredastaire - Race 1
George Eliot - Race 11
Georgie Zukov - Race 12
Hank Hill - Race 2
Heisenberg - Race 9
Helium - Race 5
Helloveamoment - Race 11
Here's Herbie - Race 9
Hey Tonight - Race 12
Homebush Lad - Race 9
Itz Flash Harry - Race 3
Jena - Race 1
Jimmy James Maguire - Race 5
Jose Quivera - Race 10
Joyride(AUS) - Race 6
Justcallmemiki - Race 5
Just Foxin - Race 1
Kango - Race 9
Katherine - Race 7
Katys Shadow - Race 6
Knowing Me - Race 4
Koko Kaboom - Race 4
Kotare Kelso - Race 3
Lester - Race 9
Life Of Art - Race 5
Little Spike - Race 5
Lochdarragh - Race 1
Louie Massimo - Race 6
Louretta - Race 7
Love Potion - Race 4
Luby's Luck - Race 8
Magician - Race 3
Major Performer - Race 7
Mako - Race 5
Massive Merc - Race 2
Masterlou - Race 12
Maui - Race 11
Melody Banner - Race 12
Melton Enforcer - Race 1
Melton Magnate - Race 1
Mighty Flying Lou - Race 3
Miki Bennett - Race 3
Milou - Race 7
Miss Maddie Maxie - Race 2
Miss Melanie - Race 8
Molly Belwin - Race 7
Mo'unga - Race 9
Mouton Cadet - Race 3
Mr Cash Man - Race 5
Munroe's Mate - Race 3
Muscle Sass - Race 11
Musclynn - Race 4
My Royal Break - Race 11
Natives Inferno - Race 4
Night Life - Race 2
Ocean Of Tears - Race 10
Off The Edge - Race 3
One Change - Race 9
One Mhor For Heather - Race 2
Opawa Peak - Race 4
Osmium - Race 4
Penny Weight - Race 7
Queen Kizen - Race 8
Raging Whitebait - Race 5
Revolution - Race 1
Royal Del - Race 11
Salute - Race 3
Selsey Anne - Race 6
Shard De Arch - Race 1
Sky Rocket - Race 3
Solemn Son - Race 2
Sophia Bromac - Race 12
Stella Rouge - Race 7
Stephs Boy - Race 10
Strikem - Race 6
Sweet Mama - Race 1
Sweet Willow - Race 10
Tabasco - Race 12
Take After Me - Race 4
Tanzania - Race 9
Teds Legacy - Race 5
Tempo Warrior - Race 3
Tessamae - Race 2
The Bloss - Race 4
The Chase - Race 4
The Surfer - Race 5
Tide And Time - Race 5
Times Are A Changin - Race 7
Tinkerbelle - Race 2
Toby Tom B - Race 10
Tokyo Rose - Race 7
Tower Of Love - Race 10
Triple G - Race 5
Tu Tangata - Race 11
Vertigo - Race 11
Watching Brief - Race 10
We Walk By Faith - Race 5
Who's Queen - Race 11
Wish Me Luck - Race 5
Woodbine Rocks - Race 9
Woodlea Rocks - Race 6
Wotsonyamind - Race 9
Wuhan - Race 10
Wypout - Race 2
Xlendi - Race 9
Ya Rite Darl - Race 8