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Kaikoura Trotting Club Inc

Meeting: ANNUAL MEETING (KAIKOURA CUP DAY)
Last updated 04/11/2024 at 12:55 pm
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

DONEGAL HOUSE TROT

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 2YO & OLDER, 2400m

Participants for Race 1: DONEGAL HOUSE TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Hoofn It000023Hoofn It1FtSteve TrotterTaken a while but he's coming to it. Could get quiet trip here. Combos hope.
2Lady Lucinda40X7Lady Lucinda2FtRobbie Close2nd at trials since being outclassed 18 Oct. Stand start debut. Take on trust.
3Ellamon088787Ellamon3FtPaul BorcoskieBeat home #2 at trials since middling spring efforts. Gold coin prospect.
4Solemn Son427432Solemn Son4FtKyle CameronShowing more upside than many here despite 27 starts. Worth considering.
5Wypout066460Wypout5FtStacy WhatuiraDouble mistake at Addington. Shown a little bit prior. Respect the colours.
6Lindy's RocketLindy's Rocket6FtBrent Borcoskie10 public runs ahead of debut. Likely to be better for today. Juicy odds.
7A Reason To Fight96446XA Reason To Fight7FtJohn DunnChecked and broke in sole trial 08 Oct since autumn runs. Multiples option.
8Maroubra86Maroubra8FtClint FordGait very much a work in progress. Gained support 23 Oct. Don't disregard.
9Tinkerbelle7X0348TinkerbelleU1FtSamantha OttleyOamaru 3rd her high point this time in. Has some tricks but keep onside.
10She's Got Sass885040She's Got SassU2FtBlair OrangeBattled at Methven but Timaru 4th showed her worth. Place claims today.
Best Bets: Tinkerbelle (9),   Wypout (5),   Solemn Son (4),   Maroubra (8)
Star Trialist: Ellamon - 1st of 3, N Cnty TOA, 30/10/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-34.3, 800m: 63.9, 400m: 33.5, Margins: 1 1/4len, 2 1/4len.
Gear Changes: Hoofn It (1): RD-On, Lady Lucinda (2): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

OAKLEYS PLUMBING MOBILE PACE

$15,000, NON-WINNERS 2YO & OLDER, 1900m

Participants for Race 2: OAKLEYS PLUMBING MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1JabberjayJabberjay1FtSam Thornley(J)Loomed late for 02 Oct qualifying win. Field suits for debut. Not the worst.
2Elektra King348662Elektra King2FtTerry ChmielChased well at Addington in 2-year-old company. Draw helps again. Each way.
3Dawn To Dark5Dawn To Dark3FtSamantha Ottley2.75L 3rd at trials since fading late at Winton on debut. Likely improver here.
4Selsey AnneSelsey Anne4FtRobbie CloseWon her qualifier at first attempt. Slashing 2nd 17 Oct trials. A key player.
5Captain Christian2826Captain Christian5FtTim WilliamsGot back & stayed back at Addington. Oamaru 2nd a better guide. Go with.
6Sweet Tartan307XSweet Tartan6FtBlair OrangePair of 3rds at trials since showing glimpses in early 2024. Multiples claims.
Best Bets: Selsey Anne (4),   Captain Christian (5),   Elektra King (2),   Dawn To Dark (3)
Star Trialist: Selsey Anne - 1st of 4, N Cnty TOA, 08/10/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-30.8, 800m: 56.8, 400m: 28.0, Margins: 2 1/2len, 2 1/4len, 6 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Dawn To Dark (3): BL-Off, SL-On, Sweet Tartan (6): ACD-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

SMART PANEL CONSTRUCTION TROT

$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R48, 2400m

For R40 to R48 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 3: SMART PANEL CONSTRUCTION TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1What The BellX0D631What The Bell1Ft  
2Brianna060232Brianna2FtDavid McCormickBuilding form back again & should settle handy again. Top3/4 option here.
3The Bloss928903The Bloss3FtRiley Harrison(J)Up near the speed at Addington & fought on well. Good stats here. In the mix.
4Meandad651000Meandad4Ft  
5Premium Player4X2854Premium Player5FtGavin SmithOut late at Ashburton for stout 3rd. First look here, but trotting well. Place.
6Prince Teka585854Prince Teka6FtKyle CameronCaught at Ashburton after leading up as usual. Should settle close. Top3/4.
7Bullit Train153624Bullit Train7FtSamantha OttleyFiguring it all out & rattled home at Addington. Brave 4th on Friday. Threat.
8Rock Lobster0X0100Rock LobsterU1Ft  
9Te Rapa59X100Te RapaU2Ft  
Best Bets: Bullit Train (7),   The Bloss (3)
Best Mile Rates: Prince Teka (2-02.3),   The Bloss (2-03.2),   Brianna (2-11.0)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

THE PIER HOTEL HANDICAP PACE

$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R57 SPECIAL, 2400m

For R35 to R57 pacers. Front: R35 to R50. 10m: R51 to R57.

Participants for Race 4: THE PIER HOTEL HANDICAP PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Fergalicious702855Fergalicious1FtJohn DunnSqueezed up at Ashburton but worked home well. Wider grade here. Multiples.
2Take The Deal61P196Take The Deal2FtBob ButtProving a bit hit or miss & is yet to win or place from a stand. Market watch.
3Colin McBride8107Colin McBride3FtBlair OrangeImproving efforts in two runs since 22 Sep maiden win. Stick with him again.
4Ebury Street462355Ebury Street4FtCarter Dalgety(J)OK 3rd at trils since handy form over the spring. Should be in the fight.
5The Coalman268X09The Coalman5FtSamantha OttleyTiring when he broke at Addington 18 Oct. Likes stand starts though. Top3/4.
6Rock Or Bust233341Rock Or Bust6FtTim WilliamsDid it easily in front 18 Oct. First go behind the stand start tapes. Consider.
7Tokyo Rose877X70Tokyo Rose110Ricky MayStepped well at trials 22 Oct ahead of stand start debut. Don't dismiss off 10m.
8Shepherds Delight222360Shepherds Delight210Craig FergusonPlaced in his only start here. Drops back from R50-70 grade at Oamaru. Upset.
9Glorys Delight56X338Glorys Delight310Robbie CloseTaken on top mares in the past. 50% place record from a stand. Will have fans.
Best Bets: Glorys Delight (9),   Colin McBride (3),   Tokyo Rose (7),   Ebury Street (4)
Best Mile Rates: The Coalman (2-01.9),   Shepherds Delight (2-02.0),   Colin McBride (2-07.9)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Gear Changes: Ebury Street (4): SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

LOBSTER INN / KAIKOURA NIGHT 'N DAY HANDICAP TROT

$20,000, 3YO & OLDER R52 TO R70 DISCRETIONARY, 2400m

For R52 to R70 3yo-&-older trotters. This is a qualifying race for the Seddon District Bob Rochford Memorial Trotters Series.

Participants for Race 5: LOBSTER INN / KAIKOURA NIGHT 'N DAY HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Brother LoveX12106Brother Love1FtGavin SmithFair in two runs since 03 October success. Broke here last year. Rough claims.
2High StepX68X08High Step2FtBob ButtStable change since fair Group 2 8th 20 Sep. Nice 17 Oct trial. A key player.
3Masterly6X7220Masterly3FtJohn DunnBattled at Addington 18 Oct. Best when he's up on the speed. Give another go.
4Four Wise Women11X689Four Wise Women4FtTim WilliamsDidn't have all the luck 25 Oct off 10m. Gets to front line here. Right in this.
5Tu Tangata040035Tu Tangata5FtPaul NairnPowered home out wide at Addington. Mistake here last year. Place option.
6Vertigo760802Vertigo6FtLawrence McCormickPlaced here before & was zipping home last time out. May be over the odds.
7Special Effects199147Special Effects7FtKorbyn Newman(J)Enigmatic trotter who is still not bombproof. Win or bust prospect today.
8Forgiveness670014ForgivenessU1FtSheree TomlinsonGood 2nd at Addington 25 Oct after slashing 18 Oct win. Worth considering.
9Helloveamoment980623Helloveamoment110Sam Thornley(J)Good placings after getting to the lead recently. Draw makes this tricky. Top3/4
10Rush121117Rush120Samantha OttleyBroke late in Group race at Invercargill. Outstanding prior. Can bounce back.
11Maui576704MauiU120David McCormickVery earnest 4th in top-tier trot at Ashburton. Can nab placing off 20m.
Best Bets: Rush (10),   Forgiveness (8),   Four Wise Women (4),   High Step (2)
Best Mile Rates: Maui (2-03.8),   Vertigo (2-04.9),   Four Wise Women (2-05.0)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Star Trialist: High Step - 2nd of 6, N Cnty TOA, 17/10/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-33.0, 800m: 58.9, 400m: 29.6, Margins: nose, neck, 3 len.
Gear Changes: Forgiveness (8): BL-On, High Step (2): BL-Off, SL-On, Special Effects (7): FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

PENINSULAR RESORT MOOLOOLABA MOBILE PACE

$15,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R50, 1900m

For R40 to R50 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 6: PENINSULAR RESORT MOOLOOLABA MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Delightful Dreams621275Delightful Dreams1FtBlair OrangeTried hard behind Bonnie's Girl last time. Better draw today. Don't disregard.
2Chicago Bear3069X0Chicago Bear2FtCarter Dalgety(J)Locked wheels 900m out at Ashburton. Down a bit on confidence. Market watch.
3Donttelltheboys3478X5Donttelltheboys3FtColin DeFilippiWill undoubtedly be better for 25 Oct 5th. Kinder grade today. Not the worst.
4Franco Hoffman319976Franco Hoffman4Ft  
5Watching Brief152X6Watching Brief5FtRicky MayMade up many lengths fresh at Addington. Just needs to settle handier. Danger.
6Ocean Of Tears13Ocean Of Tears6Ft  
7Keeping It Kiwi666301Keeping It Kiwi7FtRobbie HolmesBack in form with 18 Oct win after finding trail. Handy types here. Multiples.
8Miki Bennett117546Miki Bennett8FtTim WilliamsSpace at a premium last time. Drops down in grade too. Threat despite draw.
Best Bets: Watching Brief (5),   Miki Bennett (8),   Donttelltheboys (3),   Chicago Bear (2)
Best Mile Rates: Chicago Bear (1-57.5),   Miki Bennett (1-58.0),   Keeping It Kiwi (1-58.3)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

THE WHITE MORPH SOUTH BAY TROTTERS CUP (HCP TROT) (Gr3)

$60,000, R60 TO R120 SPECIAL HANDICAP, 2400m

 

For R60 to R120 trotters. Front: R60 to R99. 15m: R100 to R120.

Participants for Race 7: THE WHITE MORPH SOUTH BAY TROTTERS CUP (HCP TROT)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Gold Bullion8X3434Gold Bullion1FtBob ButtFinding the line smartly 18 Oct. Won a stand start last year. Could surprise.
2Confessional252100Confessional2Ft  
3Aardiebythehill461450Aardiebythehill3FtTim WilliamsBattled 11 Oct, but placed in this race last year so should handle track. EW.
4Mr Love401300Mr Love4FtBen HopeManners his downfall in last two outings. Needs to behave to land Top3 spot.
5Midnight Dash443X95Midnight Dash5FtRicky MayHasn't missed a placing in two course starts. Honest at Asburton. Combos must.,
6Matty A11X313Matty A6FtAndre PoutamaFirst South Island run. Two from three this way round up north. Keep safe.
7George Eliot790877George Eliot7FtRobbie CloseFar from disgraced in the big time at Ashburton. First4s enhancer with luck.
8Mystic Max286X02Mystic Max8FtBlair OrangeCaught the eye 11 Oct & won this exact race last year. Look for him late.
9I Dream Of Jeannie70X244I Dream Of Jeannie9Ft  
10Mighty LoganX16115Mighty Logan10FtJohn DunnGot clear late at Addington & was terrific prior. Threat if he can settle handy.
11One Over All263252One Over All115Greg SugarsFormer Kiwi returning home with strong Victoria form. Will be popular.
Best Bets: Mystic Max (8),   One Over All (11),   Mighty Logan (10),   Aardiebythehill (3)
Best Mile Rates: Aardiebythehill (2-02.4),   Matty A (2-02.4),   Mystic Max (2-03.8)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Gear Changes: Aardiebythehill (3): BL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Matty A to Steve Dolan at Russley, One Over All to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

NZB STANDARDBRED YEARLING SALES SERIES AGED CLASSIC HCP PACE (Listed)

$50,000, 4YO & OLDER R55 TO R79 SPECIAL HANDICAP, 2400m

 

For R55 to R79 4yo-&-older pacers. Front: R55 to R62. 10m: R63 to R70. 20m: R71 to R79.

Participants for Race 8: NZB STANDARDBRED YEARLING SALES SERIES AGED CLASSIC HCP PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Wish Me Luck4X2321Wish Me Luck1FtBlair OrangeEarned his spot here after stylish R55-70 win 25 Oct. Stand start debut. Place.
2Lester915X25Lester2FtKimberly ButtLost no fans with 25 Oct 5th. Big 2nd at Oamaru. Worth a look off front line.
3Rakero Rocket4214X0Rakero Rocket3FtGavin SmithStylish trial since mistake at Oamaru. Needs to get the start right. Upset.
4Warloch320224Warloch4FtSam Thornley(J)Upset winner of this race in 2022. Honest in lower grades this spring. First4s.
5Fernetti7X1344Fernetti110Carter Dalgety(J)Steady behind runaway winner 27 Sep. Broke in only stand start. Has claims.
6Sooner The Bettor70X134Sooner The Bettor210Zachary ButcherChasing hard behind NZ Cup hopefuls recently. Big threat despite 10m mark.
7Got You CoveredX80030Got You Covered310Samantha OttleyTrial winner since finishing well back at Addington. Combos option in this grade
8Franco Sinatra068000Franco Sinatra120Bob ButtNot helping his cause early recently. Extra space on 20m may help. Multiples.
9Heisenberg095059Heisenberg220John DunnWon this race back in 2019. Consistent type, but 20m is an extra ask. First4s.
Best Bets: Sooner The Bettor (6),   Lester (2),   Fernetti (5),   Wish Me Luck (1)
Best Mile Rates: Sooner The Bettor (1-58.9),   Warloch (1-59.5),   Heisenberg (1-59.8)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Star Trialist: Rakero Rocket - 1st of 7, N Cnty TOA, 24/10/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-22.1, 800m: 58.2, 400m: 29.3, Margins: 1 3/4len, 1/2 neck, 3/4len.
Gear Changes: Fernetti (5): BL-Off, Rakero Rocket (3): SL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Sooner The Bettor to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

ALABAR KAIKOURA CUP (STAND PACE) (Gr2)

$60,000, FFA, 2400m

 

For all pacers.

Participants for Race 9: ALABAR KAIKOURA CUP (STAND PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Mossdale Ben8X0760Mossdale Ben1FtBen HopeNot foolproof from stand. Ashburton 10th was OK. Could add spice to combos.
2Better EclipseX15375Better Eclipse2FtGreg SugarsWon Auckland Cup in May. Racing without luck in spring. Can give this a shake.
3Mighty Looee098210Mighty Looee3FtTim WilliamsDid it tough at Addington 18 Oct. Can run a belter at times. Upset claims.
4Kango4047X0Kango4FtDavid Butcher2022 Kaikoura Cup winner. 30m handicap too tough 25 Oct. Can atone.
5Mach Shard8X5406Mach Shard5FtZachary ButcherSteady 6th in Flying Stakes. At his best with last shot at them. Combos claims.
6Wag Star231X12Wag Star6FtMark HurrellOnly hauled in late by #9 18 Oct after massive 27 Sep win. A major player.
7Mo'unga6X4691Mo'unga7FtRobbie CloseAll fell into place at Addington 25 Oct. Just needs to step away to play a part.
8American Me6X6040American Me8FtGerard O'ReillyYet to place in two starts here. 4th at Tuesday's trials. Rough First4 claims.
9Tact McLeod1X1151Tact McLeod9FtSamantha OttleyOne of the finds of the spring & manners are a big plus. Adds to the puzzle.
10Charlie Brown223426Charlie Brown10FtJohn DunnDidn't quite go to plan as fave 25 Oct but worked home late. Place prospect.
11Here's Herbie740274Here's Herbie11FtColin DeFilippiTried hard behind Mo'unga 25 Oct but had the run to suit. First4s option.
12Homebush Lad9X5008Homebush Lad12FtRicky MayTough run at Addington & not served well by draws here. Look to others.
Best Bets: Wag Star (6),   Better Eclipse (2),   Kango (4),   Tact McLeod (9)
Best Mile Rates: Mach Shard (1-57.6),   Kango (1-58.2),   American Me (2-00.8)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Horse Movements: Better Eclipse to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Kango to Mark Jones at Burnham, Mach Shard to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Wag Star to Regan Todd at Yaldhurst, Tact McLeod to Mark Jones at Burnham
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

KAIKOURA BUILDING CENTRE ITM MOBILE PACE

$17,500, 3YO & OLDER R51 TO R65, R66 TO R70 WITH COND., 1900m

For R51 to R65 3yo-&-older pacers. Also R66 to R70 if driven by a concession junior driver. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 10: KAIKOURA BUILDING CENTRE ITM MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Sky Rocket902170Sky Rocket1FtRobbie CloseTried hard from tough draw 25 Oct. Options abound from #1. Worth a look.
2Courtney Rose311532Courtney Rose2FtJohn DunnStrong efforts on North Island sojourn. Handy grade here though. Multiples.
3Bobbies Rock344681Bobbies Rock3FtMark HurrellLast start winner after leading up 27 Oct. Big jump in grade here. First4s.
4The Surfer1X6394The Surfer4FtDavid ButcherChased well from this draw in last two outings. Useful alley again. Place.
5PerunX41481Perun5FtBob ButtQuiet 4th 22 Oct trials since classy 03 Oct win. Another step up. Each way.
6Spirit Of Anarchy220619Spirit Of Anarchy6FtCarter Dalgety(J)No knock on his Ashburton run. Gate speed did the job 18 Oct. In the mix.
7Mr Cash Man1414X7Mr Cash Man7FtDevon Dolan(J,cl)Should be better for fresh 7th last time. Query about sprint trip but consider.
8South Seas Rock1X1726South Seas Rock8FtHayden Douglas(J,cl)Couldn't kick on after leading 27 Oct. Has gate speed. May be over the odds.
Best Bets: Spirit Of Anarchy (6),   Mr Cash Man (7),   Sky Rocket (1),   Perun (5)
Best Mile Rates: Courtney Rose (1-54.7),   Spirit Of Anarchy (1-56.7),   Perun (1-57.9)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: South Seas Rock (8): BL-Off    Legend
Horse Movements: The Surfer to Mark Jones at Burnham
Runner Index
 
Aardiebythehill -  Race 7
American Me -  Race 9
A Reason To Fight -  Race 1
Better Eclipse -  Race 9
Bobbies Rock -  Race 10
Brianna -  Race 3
Brother Love -  Race 5
Bullit Train -  Race 3
Captain Christian -  Race 2
Charlie Brown -  Race 9
Chicago Bear -  Race 6
Colin McBride -  Race 4
Confessional -  Race 7
Courtney Rose -  Race 10
Dawn To Dark -  Race 2
Delightful Dreams -  Race 6
Donttelltheboys -  Race 6
Ebury Street -  Race 4
Elektra King -  Race 2
Ellamon -  Race 1
Fergalicious -  Race 4
Fernetti -  Race 8
Forgiveness -  Race 5
Four Wise Women -  Race 5
Franco Hoffman -  Race 6
Franco Sinatra -  Race 8
George Eliot -  Race 7
Glorys Delight -  Race 4
Gold Bullion -  Race 7
Got You Covered -  Race 8
Heisenberg -  Race 8
Helloveamoment -  Race 5
Here's Herbie -  Race 9
High Step -  Race 5
Homebush Lad -  Race 9
Hoofn It -  Race 1
I Dream Of Jeannie -  Race 7
Jabberjay -  Race 2
Kango -  Race 9
Keeping It Kiwi -  Race 6
Lady Lucinda -  Race 1
Lester -  Race 8
Lindy's Rocket -  Race 1
Mach Shard -  Race 9
Maroubra -  Race 1
Masterly -  Race 5
Matty A -  Race 7
Maui -  Race 5
Meandad -  Race 3
Midnight Dash -  Race 7
Mighty Logan -  Race 7
Mighty Looee -  Race 9
Miki Bennett -  Race 6
Mossdale Ben -  Race 9
Mo'unga -  Race 9
Mr Cash Man -  Race 10
Mr Love -  Race 7
Mystic Max -  Race 7
Ocean Of Tears -  Race 6
One Over All -  Race 7
Perun -  Race 10
Premium Player -  Race 3
Prince Teka -  Race 3
Rakero Rocket -  Race 8
Rock Lobster -  Race 3
Rock Or Bust -  Race 4
Rush -  Race 5
Selsey Anne -  Race 2
Shepherds Delight -  Race 4
She's Got Sass -  Race 1
Sky Rocket -  Race 10
Solemn Son -  Race 1
Sooner The Bettor -  Race 8
South Seas Rock -  Race 10
Special Effects -  Race 5
Spirit Of Anarchy -  Race 10
Sweet Tartan -  Race 2
Tact McLeod -  Race 9
Take The Deal -  Race 4
Te Rapa -  Race 3
The Bloss -  Race 3
The Coalman -  Race 4
The Surfer -  Race 10
Tinkerbelle -  Race 1
Tokyo Rose -  Race 4
Tu Tangata -  Race 5
Vertigo -  Race 5
Wag Star -  Race 9
Warloch -  Race 8
Watching Brief -  Race 6
What The Bell -  Race 3
Wish Me Luck -  Race 8
Wypout -  Race 1