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Meeting: NEW ZEALAND CUP CARNIVAL (CUP DAY) ((CUP DAY))
Last updated 12/11/2024 at 13:30 pm
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

SAUNDERS ROBINSON BROWN HANDICAP TROT

$32,100, R51 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 3200m

For R51 & faster trotters.

Participants for Race 1: SAUNDERS ROBINSON BROWN HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Paris Prince330531Paris Prince1FtSam Thornley(J)7th at Cup trials since his Methven win down in grade. Combos off front line.
2George Eliot908776George Eliot2Ft  
3The Royal Gamble761792The Royal Gamble3FtBlair OrangeGritty 2nd to stablemate at Addington. Tidy 5th at Cup trials. Place prospect.
4Sheza Gift032410Sheza Gift4FtRicky MayTrial winner since being slow away at Ascot Park. Placed twice here. Can feature
5Tu Tangata400352Tu Tangata5FtPaul NairnRattling home in last two starts & very smart on his day. Don't disregard.
6Mavis Jones574231Mavis Jones6FtCameron HartGot the job done at Ashburton. Up in grade today, but not out of this.
7Special Effects991470Special Effects7Ft  
8MasterlyX72203Masterly8FtJohn DunnRun down after setting tempo at Kaikoura. Chance to repeat tactics. Each way.
9Vertigo608026Vertigo9FtLawrence McCormickRan on well enough at Kaikoura after early work. Could spice up exotic bets.
10Mixed Faith4546X3Mixed Faith10FtBrad WilliamsonUnplaced at trials since chasing gamely at Asoct Park. Won three here. Upset.
11Royal Del648638Royal Del11FtColin DeFilippiFair here 25 Oct after prior October form was improving. Place with gaps.
12Forgiveness700140ForgivenessU1FtBob ButtLost her gait at Kaikoura. Loves it back here though. Adds to the puzzle.
13Eurokash767X40Eurokash110Ben HopeHonest 4th resuming here 03 Oct but 11 Oct error was a worry. Multiples.
14Missile68X744Missile210Matthew WilliamsonClose-up 3rd at trials since trying hard down south. May be over the odds.
15Master Class210760Master Class310Kimberly ButtNever happy here 18 Oct & given slight freshen-up. 10m a test. Roughie.
16Cormoran Strike806351Cormoran Strike410Robbie CloseFair 5th at Cup trials since scoring 18 Oct. Talented enough. Worth a look.
17Walkinonsunshine0X0000WalkinonsunshineU110Zachary ButcherBetter 06 Nov trials since failing to trouble judges this spring. Stretched.
18Moment Of What2113X4Moment Of WhatU210Craig FergusonBig 4th at Winton after waiting for space. Has a high ceiling. Look for him late
Best Bets: Masterly (8),   Moment Of What (18),   Forgiveness (12),   Sheza Gift (4)
Best Mile Rates: Royal Del (2-10.4)     [races greater or equal 2800m]
Star Trialist: Sheza Gift - 1st of 6, N Otago HR, 02/11/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-33.4, 800m: 60.1, Margins: neck, 1 len.
Gear Changes: Masterly (8): SL-On, Vertigo (9): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

HYDROFLOW MOBILE PACE

$31,050, R44 TO R52, R53 WITH COND., 1980m

For R44 to R52 pacers. Also R53 horses with winning stakes up to and including $20000 for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 2: HYDROFLOW MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Bettor Be Sharp34X522Bettor Be Sharp1FtGerard O'ReillyAs honest as the day is long. Step in grade from recent runs, but Top3 hope.
2Donttelltheboys478X54Donttelltheboys2FtColin DeFilippiHad his chance at Kaikoura & slightly more testing grade here. Multiples best.
3Gatecrasher302111Gatecrasher3FtRiley Harrison(J)Used passing lane to win at Kaikoura. In the form of his life. Can sneak a place
4Commander Joe322563Commander Joe4FtKimberly ButtGiven brief break since gritty spring attempts. Two trials since. Will have fans
5Miki Bennett17546DMiki Bennett5FtTim WilliamsBroke when fighting hard at Kaikoura. Not all favours here 25 Oct. Has claims.
6Dave Duley432535Dave Duley6FtJohn DunnTop half of of the field in his last six starts. 2nd at Wednesday's trials. EW.
7Mouton Cadet534182Mouton Cadet7FtSheree TomlinsonHas a turn of foot as shown here 25 Oct. Grade no harder here. Blowout hope.
8Dynasty191X92Dynasty8FtBob ButtCheeky 4th at trials since brave 2nd here 25 Oct. Capable of overcoming draw.
9WinnyzbackX64602Winnyzback9FtCraig ThornleyTried hard here 18 Oct in R35-55 company. No help in the draws. Rough odds.
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10Foxing Easton928141Foxing Easton10FtNathan WilliamsonReally come into his own through the spring. Draw may work out OK. Threat.
11Chaldon14Chaldon11FtSam Thornley(J)Showed no fears of new grade here 25 Oct. Lightly-raced but worth considering.
12Shake A Leg214223Shake A Leg12FtBlair OrangeFirst start here after good form at Alex Park. Sticky draw, but don't dismiss.
13Salute205313Salute13FtRicky MayHuge 3rd here when waiting for space 25 Oct. Danger with a sizzling sprint.
14She's Tough0006X1She's Tough14FtMatthew WilliamsonUp in grade since 01 Nov Methven win. Stats here are just fair. First4s.
Best Bets: Dynasty (8),   Salute (13),   Shake A Leg (12),   Commander Joe (4)
Best Mile Rates: Commander Joe (1-56.1),   Gatecrasher (1-56.4),   Foxing Easton (1-56.6)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Dave Duley - 2nd of 6, NZ Metro, 06/11/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-23.8, 800m: 57.3, 400m: 28.0, Margins: 2 1/2len, 1/2 neck, 1 3/4len.
Gear Changes: Salute (13): BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

MITRE 10 HANDICAP TROT

$31,575, R58 TO R75 SPECIAL, 2000m

For R58 to R75 trotters. Front: R58 to R65. 10m: R66 to R75.

Participants for Race 3: MITRE 10 HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Julie Jaccka2322X2Julie Jaccka1FtNathan Williamson60% place record here & nice 2nd fresh-up at Winton. Chance off the front.
2Majestic LoveX52344Majestic Love2FtBrad WilliamsonFinds a length or two here. Honest attempts through the spring. Top3/4 option.
3Cody Banner694326Cody Banner3FtMatthew WilliamsonPossesses a strong sprint but nervy watch with his gait late. Stick with him.
4George Eliot908776George Eliot4FtRobbie CloseOut of commission after being checked at Kaikoura. First4s her lot in this.
5Special Effects991470Special Effects5FtKorbyn Newman(J)Dangerous with manners, but that's the big question. Blowout prospect.
6Samanthas MoonX27611Samanthas Moon6FtKirstin GreenRunaway tactics have worked at Ascot Park. A happy mare. Can go 3 straight.
7Zoltan Boscik213326Zoltan Boscik7FtLuke WhittakerJust OK here 18 Oct after great spring runs. 06 Nov trial winner. Key player.
8El Conqueror6X0890El Conqueror8FtColin DeFilippiHad excuses here 18 Oct but not at his best through the spring. Rough claims.
9Gold BullionX34343Gold Bullion9FtBob ButtInside draw not ideal at Kaikoura. Two-time winner here. Can play a part.
10Helloveamoment806234Helloveamoment10FtSam Thornley(J)Loomed into it honestly enough at Kaikoura. Confidence has returned. Combos.
11Muscle Sass510751Muscle Sass11FtCraig FergusonSlashing 2nd at Wednesday's trials since easy 25 Oct win. Capable of repeating.
12Nazareth49460XNazarethU1FtJohn Dunn2022 Trotting Derby winner resuming. Nice 4th at 06 Nov trials. Keep safe.
13Franco Josiah57X704Franco JosiahU2FtJohn MorrisonNever found space here 25 Oct. Kept trying at Oamaru last week. First4s fringes.
14Rush211179Rush110Samantha OttleyIn a rush through the grades prior to mistakes 20 Oct & 04 Nov. Can atone.
15Matty A1X3134Matty A210Andre PoutamaSteady 4th strong grade at Kaikoura in southern debut. 10m a test but consider.
Best Bets: Gold Bullion (9),   Zoltan Boscik (7),   Samanthas Moon (6),   Matty A (15)
Best Mile Rates: Rush (2-03.1),   Majestic Love (2-04.1),   Zoltan Boscik (2-04.6)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Zoltan Boscik - 1st of 11, NZ Metro, 06/11/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-23.3, 800m: 60.7, 400m: 30.7, Margins: nose, 2 3/4len, 1 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Matty A (15): FD-Off, RD-On, Nazareth (12): SL-Off    Legend
Horse Movements: Matty A to Steve Dolan at Russley
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

TAB JUNIOR FREE-FOR-ALL (MOBILE PACE) (Gr3)

$40,000, FFA, 2600m

 

For all pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 4: TAB JUNIOR FREE-FOR-ALL (MOBILE PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Got You Covered800307Got You Covered1FtKimberly ButtFair 7th at Kaikoura along the markers. May stay out of early burn. First4s.
2Sooner The Bettor0X1346Sooner The Bettor2FtScott PhelanChased hard after bad check at Kaikoura. Strong efforts prior. Bright hope.
3The Falcon43657XThe Falcon3FtCameron HartPlaced in both trials since having a break. Likes being near the speed. Each way
4The Big Lebowski2X4610The Big Lebowski4FtBlair OrangeSharp 2nd 06 Nov trials since Ashburton error. Easy win here 11 Oct. Multiples.
5Wag Star31X127Wag Star5FtMark HurrellDid it very tough at Kaikoura but fought on. Danger with own terms in front.
6Smoke On The Water025801Smoke On The Water6FtMatthew WilliamsonWell-deserved Tuapeka Cup win at Ascot Park. OK mobile stats. Top3/4.
7Mighty Looee982100Mighty Looee7FtKorbyn Newman(J)Not at his best in two runs since Methven Cup win. Can fly the gate. Multiples.
8Aroda844211Aroda8Ft  
9Catch A Wave721586Catch A Wave9FtKate GathVictorian visitor who is lethal at his best. Should be prominent throughout.
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10Da VinciX79667Da Vinci10FtCraig FergusonNot much luck at Ashburton. Traffic concerns again today. Combos with space.
11Franco Sinatra680008Franco Sinatra11FtCarter Dalgety(J)Standing starts haven't agreed with him so mobile will help. Place prospect.
12Heisenberg950594Heisenberg12FtJohn DunnHonest campaigner but placings generally his lot at this distance. First4s.
13One Change6264X7One Change13FtJonny CoxNot disgraced in first run back here 25 Oct. Back to even marks here. Roughie.
14Ohoka Connor142X54Ohoka Connor14FtTim WilliamsHandled himself well in top grade this spring. May swoop over the top late.
Best Bets: Wag Star (5),   Sooner The Bettor (2),   Catch A Wave (9),   The Falcon (3)
Best Mile Rates: One Change (1-56.5),   Franco Sinatra (1-57.3),   Mighty Looee (1-57.7)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: The Falcon - 2nd of 8, N Cnty TOA, 30/10/24, 2000m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-29.4, 800m: 56.6, 400m: 27.8, Margins: 2 3/4len, 1 len, 3 len.
Gear Changes: The Falcon (3): SL-Off    Legend
Horse Movements: Sooner The Bettor to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, The Falcon to Bob Butt at Woodend Beach, The Big Lebowski to Ken Barron at West Melton, Wag Star to Regan Todd at Yaldhurst, Aroda to Steve & Amanda Telfer at Weedons, Catch A Wave to Cran & Chrissie Dalgety at West Melton, Da Vinci to Regan Todd at Yaldhurst
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

NEVELE R 3YO FILLIES SERIES FINAL (MOBILE PACE) (Gr1)

$200,000, 3YO FILLIES, 1980m

 

For 3-year-old pacing fillies.

Participants for Race 5: NEVELE R 3YO FILLIES SERIES FINAL (MOBILE PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Shakira231743Shakira1FtRicky MayBrave 4th here 18 Oct & good at Ashburton. Kind draw here. Could surprise.
2Classic Elegance151423Classic Elegance2FtBrad HewittTrial winner since chasing well behind top guns 18 Oct. Draw helps. Combos.
3Ultimate Racy Girl2X3355Ultimate Racy Girl3FtScott PhelanEarnest attempts in the spring without threatening a win. First4s preferred here
4Tact Teena174219Tact Teena4Ft  
5Post Painter1X7221Post Painter5FtRobbie CloseDid the job at Kaikoura after leading. A stiffer grade today. Rough claims.
6Our Shangri Lana7X0586Our Shangri Lana6Ft  
7Reklaws DreamX13124Reklaws Dream7FtBob ButtRight in the fight in many of her spring assignments. Capable of upsetting.
8Melody Banner206802Melody Banner8FtTim WilliamsOn her best behaviour at Kaikoura. Has plenty of tricks though. Juicy odds.
9Duchess Megxit11X111Duchess Megxit9FtZachary ButcherUseful 4th at trials since her deadheat with #12 here 18 Oct. Deserved top pick.
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10Flying Ellie01X310Flying Ellie10FtMatthew WilliamsonEarly work undid her at Ashburton. May get stuck on markers here. First4s.
11Ruby Roe79X312Ruby Roe11FtNathan WilliamsonPowered home at Ashburton & loves a last shot at them. Look for her late.
12Treacherous Baby6X3111Treacherous Baby12FtBlair OrangeTactical speed took her close here 18 Oct. Lethal with a 200m sprint. Threat.
13Arden's MemoryX11677Arden's Memory13FtMark PurdonMidfield efforts since late winter victories. Into the deep end here though.
14All You Need Is Me15X298All You Need Is Me14FtCarter Dalgety(J)Not at her best since fresh 2nd at Oamaru in mid-Sept. Want right odds here.
15Louies Girl3X4661Louies Girl15FtCraig FergusonUnleashed with purpose for Ashburton win. May have to produce similar here.
Best Bets: Duchess Megxit (9),   Treacherous Baby (12),   Classic Elegance (2),   Shakira (1)
Best Mile Rates: Louies Girl (1-53.5),   Duchess Megxit (1-54.4),   Classic Elegance (1-54.7)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Classic Elegance - 1st of 5, NZ Metro, 06/11/24, 1980m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-28.7, 800m: 57.4, 400m: 28.7, Margins: 1/2 neck, 5 len, 2 1/4len.
Horse Movements: Ultimate Racy Girl to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Duchess Megxit to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Louies Girl to Regan Todd at Yaldhurst
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

AOTEA ELECTRIC PACE

$30,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R50, 2600m

For R40 to R50 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 6: AOTEA ELECTRIC PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Franco Humbie1X5702Franco Humbie1FtJohn MorrisonStrong 2nd at Methven. Broke in only stand start though. Take on trust from #1.
2Katherine083356Katherine2FtSheree TomlinsonNot much went to plan at Kaikoura. No mug from a stand start. Place claims.
3Always Bee Gee748218Always Bee Gee3FtSam Thornley(J)Distant 5th at trials since OK 8th here 18 Oct. May need to find a length.
4Tact Teena174219Tact Teena4FtAnthony ButtNot far off top fillies at Ashburton. On stand start debut. Don't disregard.
5Edge Of ReasonX15805Edge Of Reason5Ft  
6Take The Deal1P1965Take The Deal6FtJohn DunnTried hard at Kaikoura & manners were on the mark. Combos enhancer.
7Donttelltheboys478X54Donttelltheboys7Ft  
8Jose QuiveraX54781Jose Quivera8FtRoss CameronWell placed to score at Kaikoura. Yet to win from a stand, but not the worst.
9Off The Edge572103Off The Edge9FtOlivia Thornley(J)Well-tried 8-year-old. Solid 3rd in amateurs at Kaikoura. Combos contender.
10Style Council231222Style Council10FtKyle CameronBarely put a hoof wrong recently. More stand start experience than most. EW.
11Tempo Warrior807793Tempo Warrior11FtSamantha OttleyWarmed up nicely for 3rd at Methven. Draw should work out. In the mix.
12Sandy Shore148022Sandy Shore12FtTerry Chmiel3-year-old filly but has mastered stand starts quickly. Threat with any gaps.
13Amazing Tom1X3148Amazing Tom13FtMatthew WilliamsonDid plenty of work to get handy at Ashburton. Should have fans from a stand.
14Bettor Be Sharp34X522Bettor Be Sharp14Ft  
15Moonlite Blood294150Moonlite Blood15FtRobbie Close6th of 6th at Wednesday's trial since plain 11th at Motukarara. Tough ask.
16The Lazarus Effect1The Lazarus Effect16FtBob ButtWon stylishly on debut & 06 Nov trial winner. Different set--up here but can win
17Rise Up N Dance625X12Rise Up N Dance17FtNathan WilliamsonNervy watch early on 13 Sep but just caught late. Freshened. Adds to puzzle.
18The Coalman68X093The Coalman18FtRicky MayDidn't have much respite when leading at Kaikoura. Draw no help. Top3/4.
Best Bets: The Lazarus Effect (16),   Sandy Shore (12),   Style Council (10),   Tempo Warrior (11)
Best Mile Rates: Katherine (2-02.1),   Style Council (2-02.5),   Off The Edge (2-04.5)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: The Lazarus Effect - 1st of 6, NZ Metro, 06/11/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-23.8, 800m: 57.3, 400m: 28.0, Margins: 2 1/2len, 1/2 neck, 1 3/4len.
Gear Changes: Rise Up N Dance (17): BL-Off, ACD-Off, Take The Deal (6): SL-Off, BL-On, Tempo Warrior (11): ACD-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

RENWICK FARMS DOMINION TROT (STAND TROT) (Gr1)

$400,000, FFA, 3200m

 

For all trotters.

Participants for Race 7: RENWICK FARMS DOMINION TROT (STAND TROT)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Aardiebythehill614509Aardiebythehill1FtTim WilliamsManners and performance have dropped away. Needs to find several lengths.
2Just Believe111111Just Believe2FtGreg SugarsAussie star who lands into a ideal draw. Should settle handy. Clearly on top.
3Midnight Dash43X955Midnight Dash3FtRicky MayCollects Group placings like trinkets. Dash of recent years not there? First4s.
4One Over All632528One Over All4FtGavin SmithDouble break at Kaikoura, but plenty to like about Aussie form. Top3/4 option.
5Mystic Max86X021Mystic Max5FtBlair OrangeEnded winning drought with Kaikoura win. Draw makes him a trifecta prospect.
6Arcee Phoenix544374Arcee Phoenix6FtChris SvanosioOz visitor who was a good 4th at Cambridge in April. Can finish in Top 6.
7Mr Love013007Mr Love7FtBen HopeGot it wrong down the back straight at Kaikoura. Likely to be tested today.
8Kyvalley Hotspur6X3370Kyvalley Hotspur8FtAnthony ButtFaded to 3rd at Wednesday's trials. Had every chance 11 Oct & wilted. Passing.
9Mighty Logan161152Mighty Logan9FtJohn DunnOne of the finds of the spring & was brave at Kaikoura. Combos enhancer.
10Love N The PortX38036Love N The Port10FtMatthew WilliamsonWorking back to form & won 2023 Rowe Cup over 3200m. Should be running on.
11I Dream Of Jeannie70X244I Dream Of Jeannie11FtSam Thornley(J)Good trial winner on Wednesday but draw may turn out tricky. Juicy odds.
12Cody Banner694326Cody Banner12Ft  
13Eurokash767X40Eurokash13Ft  
14Oscar Bonavena22X563Oscar Bonavena14FtMark PurdonLast year's winner who may be a shade down on his best but don't disregard.
15Jimmy Carter790280Jimmy Carter15Ft  
16Bet N Win111X11Bet N Win16FtBob ButtBrilliant newcomer to top grade. Copped a tough draw, but will have admirers.
17Fiery Bandito6X0192Fiery BanditoU1FtKirstin GreenImpressed through the spring. Maybe best near the speed though. First4s.
18Maui767045MauiU2FtLawrence McCormickGreat effort to make it into this field. Top 8 finish would be admirable.
Best Bets: Just Believe (2),   Bet N Win (16),   Mystic Max (5),   Oscar Bonavena (14)
Best Mile Rates: I Dream Of Jeannie (2-03.1),   Just Believe (2-03.7),   Love N The Port (2-04.1)     [races greater or equal 2800m]
Star Trialist: I Dream Of Jeannie - 1st of 6, NZ Metro, 06/11/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-23.5, 800m: 58.4, 400m: 30.1, Margins: 1 len, 3 len, 1/2 head.
Gear Changes: Arcee Phoenix (6): BL-Off    Legend
Horse Movements: Just Believe to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, One Over All to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Arcee Phoenix to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Kyvalley Hotspur to Bob Butt at Woodend Beach
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

GARRARDS MOBILE PACE

$30,000, 3YO & OLDER R59 TO R70, 1980m

For R59 to R70 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 8: GARRARDS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Rakero Rocket214X03Rakero Rocket1FtGavin SmithGritty effort at Kaikoura after erratic start. Inside draw provides options. EW.
2Xlendi5X3792Xlendi2FtBob Butt4th at trials since chasing Mo'unga well 24 Oct. That franks nicely. Consider.
3Hadron Collider13X438Hadron Collider3FtCameron HartCovered some ground at Ashburton but much better draw here. Combos claims.
4FernettiX13449Fernetti4FtCarter Dalgety(J)Back to mobile after Kaikoura error. Sure to be pressing forward. Keep onside.
5Hey Bartender44980XHey Bartender5FtZachary ButcherShown talent at times. Now with the Dalgetys. Ran on late 24 Oct trials. First4s
6Little Spike1X4580Little Spike6FtSamantha OttleyTired after sitting parked 25 Oct. 6th of 7 at Wednesday's trials. Rough claims.
7Here's Herbie402749Here's Herbie7FtColin DeFilippiDrops back from taking on Mo'unga in last two. Won on this day in 2022. Chance.
8South Seas RockX17263South Seas Rock8FtMark HurrellBold 3rd after leading up at Kaikoura. Gate speed on offer. Adds to puzzle.
9Bryce's Meddle632910Bryce's Meddle9Ft  
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10Mr Cash Man414X75Mr Cash Man10FtJohn MorrisonWarming up late at Kaikoura & may follow the right one here. Could surprise.
11Triple G237043Triple G11FtJohn DunnLargely consistent through the spring & can get a run through here. Place hope.
12Helium261202Helium12FtSam Thornley(J)Gate speed negated by 2nd row draw. Capable of mid race move. Multiples.
13Pinseeker0X2993Pinseeker13FtJonny CoxFormer NZ Cup hopeful who was a strong Tuapeka Cup 3rd. Look for him late.
14Spirit Of Anarchy206191Spirit Of Anarchy14FtBlair OrangeDashed early to lead, trail & score at Kaikoura. Trickier here, but can place.
Best Bets: Pinseeker (13),   Fernetti (4),   Xlendi (2),   Rakero Rocket (1)
Best Mile Rates: Hadron Collider (1-53.1),   Here's Herbie (1-55.0),   Helium (1-55.8)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Here's Herbie (7): SL-Off, BL-On, Little Spike (6): BL-On, Pinseeker (13): SL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Little Spike to Mark Jones at Burnham, South Seas Rock to Amber Lethaby at West Melton
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

WOODLANDS STUD SIRES' STAKES SERIES FINAL (MOBILE PACE) (Gr1)

$200,000, 2YO COLTS & GELDINGS, 1980m

 

For 2-year-old pacing colts & geldings.

Participants for Race 9: WOODLANDS STUD SIRES' STAKES SERIES FINAL (MOBILE PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Captain Sampson3X1111Captain Sampson1FtTony CameronCaught late when 2nd at 06 Nov trials. Outstanding up north. Key threat to #8.
2Sacetas268261Sacetas2FtRicky MayDoesn't get every ounce of luck. Kind draw, but seeking a few lengths here.
3ConfederateX23393Confederate3FtZachary ButcherChased well behind #9 at Ashburton. Early position is key. Top4 prospect.
4Demon Blue9X7142Demon Blue4FtMark PurdonHauled in late by #9 at Ashburton. Tactical speed on hand. Quinellas & trifectas
5Artful Bromac45Artful Bromac5FtWilson House(J)Earnest attempts in two career starts, but right in the deep end here. Passing.
6StrikemX46333Strikem6FtSamantha OttleyQualified for this with honest 3rds through the spring. Chasing crumbs here.
7Mystery Beach7X203Mystery Beach7FtAnthony ButtGot within a length of maiden win down south. Tough ask in quality field.
8Marketplace41X111Marketplace8FtCraig FergusonEarned top dog status with spring brilliance. Nice 06 Nov trial. Leading hope.
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9Got The Chocolates2X2531Got The Chocolates9FtJohn DunnDeserved his Ashburton success. Trial winner 06 Nov. Place hope with gaps.
10Rubira33X132Rubira10FtBlair OrangeStrong behind Marketplace recently. Relying on others early though. Combos.
11Bettors Anvil204814Bettors Anvil11FtTim WilliamsBacked up 18 Oct win here with brave Ashburton 4ths. Up against it today.
Best Bets: Marketplace (8),   Captain Sampson (1),   Got The Chocolates (9),   Demon Blue (4)
Best Mile Rates: Got The Chocolates (1-51.7),   Marketplace (1-53.1),   Captain Sampson (1-54.8)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Got The Chocolates - 1st of 4, NZ Metro, 06/11/24, 1980m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-35.6, 800m: 59.6, 400m: 28.9, Margins: neck, head, 9 1/2len.
Horse Movements: Captain Sampson to Regan Todd at Yaldhurst, Confederate to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

AVON CITY FORD TROT

$30,000, 3YO & OLDER R40 TO R50, 2600m

For R40 to R50 3yo-&-older trotters.

Participants for Race 10: AVON CITY FORD TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Brett's Mate969757Brett's Mate1Ft  
2Majesdix911869Majesdix2FtMatthew WilliamsonDid her chips at the start at Winton. Back to front row though. Gold coin hope.
3Fear And Faith125220Fear And Faith3FtJohn MorrisonFailed here 25 Oct, but previous age-grade form is your guide. Can atone.
4Jordan Anne198555Jordan Anne4FtNathan WilliamsonHonest mare who can often get handy from inside draws. Top3/4 claims.
5Koko Kaboom798317Koko Kaboom5FtScott LethabyDidn't give up here 25 Oct. 16 Oct maiden win was in midweek company. Stretched.
6What The BellX0D631What The Bell6FtSamantha OttleyHeld his nerve and manners for Kaikoura win. Good when he behaves. Chance.
7Oliver172502Oliver7FtColin DeFilippiRattled home at Methven. Back to stand start here, but could offer cheek.
8Dark Ghana1544XDark Ghana8Ft  
9Countless Questions1Countless Questions9FtBronson MunroBroke at Wednesday's trials in first outing since 25 Oct victory. Win or bust.
10Krackaling41404XKrackaling10FtBrad WilliamsonHas performed well fresh in the past. Taken on stronger fields before. Danger.
11Buffy Northstains593826Buffy Northstains11FtSheree TomlinsonMixing her form a little these days but last two runs are sharp. Combos must.
12Prince Teka858543Prince Teka12FtKyle CameronTired after early lead bid at Kaikoura. Likes to lead but draw no help for that.
13Sunny Louis273803Sunny Louis13FtBlair OrangeWorked home well at Methven in mobile affair. Reliable here. Place hope.
14Here Comes Jane041080Here Comes Jane14FtPeter DavisDistant 6th at Wednesday's trials. Manners her downfall too. On the bench.
15The Bloss289034The Bloss15FtRiley Harrison(J)Torrid time in front at Kaikoura. 118th start at this course. Add to First4s.
16Nubliah Chamay846132Nubliah Chamay16FtKerryn Tomlinson(J)Caught late after leading at Ashburton. Hard draw to do that here. Rough claims.
17Ready Set Jet09520XReady Set JetU1FtBob ButtSolid 3rd at Wednesday's trials in final prep for this. Could surprise today.
18Rock Lobster0X0100Rock LobsterU2FtJohn DunnNot on her best behaviour since her maiden win 22 Sep. Take on trust here.
Best Bets: Fear And Faith (3),   Krackaling (10),   What The Bell (6),   Ready Set Jet (17)
Best Mile Rates: The Bloss (2-01.5),   Here Comes Jane (2-04.6),   Prince Teka (2-04.8)     [races between 2401m and 2799m]
Star Trialist: Ready Set Jet - 1st of 6, N Cnty TOA, 24/10/24, 2600m Stand , WnrsTime: 3-30.5, 800m: 59.9, 400m: 29.2, Margins: 3/4len, 1/2len, 1/2len.
Gear Changes: Ready Set Jet (17): BL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 11
Race Time:

IRT NEW ZEALAND TROTTING CUP (STAND PACE) (Gr1)

$1,000,000, FFA, 3200m

 

For all pacers.

Participants for Race 11: IRT NEW ZEALAND TROTTING CUP (STAND PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Tact McLeodX11515Tact McLeod1FtSamantha OttleyExcellent through the spring & looks best with last shot at them. First4s spice.
2Aroda844211Aroda2FtTrista DixonQuality Queenslander who has drawn to give this a shake. Top3/4 option.
3Charlie Brown234264Charlie Brown3FtJohn DunnHas done very little wrong in spring racing. May cuddle up & finish Top 6.
4Mo'ungaX46911Mo'unga4FtRobbie CloseHit his straps nicely in his last two. Has great speed. Needs trip to suit.
5Don't Stop Dreaming295X32Don't Stop Dreaming5FtBlair OrangeDeserves support as form has been building nicely. Ready to pounce late.
6American MeX60406American Me6FtGerard O'ReillyKaikoura run hinted at form that earned him 4th in this last year. Needs luck.
7Better Eclipse153753Better Eclipse7FtGreg SugarsUltra-consistent Victoria visitor. Overcame error at Kaikoura. Don't disregard.
8Mossdale BenX07602Mossdale Ben8Ft  
9Lady Of The Light7X3353Lady Of The Light9Ft  
10Merlin34X211Merlin10FtZachary ButcherProved himself as top Kiwi chance with Ashburton win. Right in the fight late.
11Leap To Fame111111Leap To Fame11Ft  
12Franco Marek223X23Franco Marek12FtJohn MorrisonEarned his way into this Cup. Highlight for connections. Top 6 with right run.
13Mach ShardX54068Mach Shard13FtScott PhelanHasn't recaptured his autumn form yet. Hasn't fired at 3200m. Tough ask.
14Republican Party3X1514Republican Party14FtCarter Dalgety(J)Placed over the extreme trip before. Adaptable type. Include in Top3/4 bets.
15Swayzee222111Swayzee15FtCameron HartLast year's winner making a surprise return. Will make this a staying test. EW.
16Beach Ball5X0079Beach Ball16FtRicky MayStepped OK at Wednesday's trials, but Cup Day is a different story. Not for us.
17Dalton ShardX11875Dalton Shard17FtBob ButtQuiet 5th 06 Nov trials since Flying Stakes 5th. Hard to recommend from draw.
18Alta Meteor35X343Alta Meteor18FtTim WilliamsDetermined in three starts back but handed painful draw here. First4s.
Best Bets: Merlin (10),   Swayzee (15),   Don't Stop Dreaming (5),   Better Eclipse (7)
Best Mile Rates: Swayzee (1-58.9),   American Me (1-59.4),   Better Eclipse (2-00.3)     [races greater or equal 2800m]
Gear Changes: Beach Ball (16): SL-Off, RD-On, BL-On, Franco Marek (12): SL-On, Republican Party (14): SL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Tact McLeod to Mark Jones at Burnham, Aroda to Steve & Amanda Telfer at Weedons, Better Eclipse to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Merlin to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Mach Shard to Mark & Nathan Purdon at Rolleston, Swayzee to Bob Butt at Woodend Beach
Race Number:
Race 12
Race Time:

GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE

$30,000, 3YO & OLDER R53 TO R58, R59 WITH COND., 1980m

For R53 to R58 pacers. Also R59 horses with winning stakes up to and including $21000 for lifetime. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating then Winning Stakes using the track grid.

Participants for Race 12: GOLD BAND TAXIS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Tokyo Rose77X702Tokyo Rose1FtSamantha OttleyPowerful late at Kaikoura. Back to nice mobile draw. Combos in nice grade.
2Classie Linc90P067Classie Linc2FtSam Thornley(J)Mare with some speed in right circumstances. May find this a little rich though.
3BorrisokaneX21331Borrisokane3FtSheree TomlinsonStrong late for 7th at 06 Nov trials. Easy winner 18 Oct. A key contender.
4Bazooka31741Bazooka4FtBlair OrangeCaught the eye out wide 06 Nov trials. First South Island start. Worth a look.
5Miki's Courage513802Miki's Courage5FtJohn DunnAlmost scored here 18 Oct in stronger grade. Should be prominent again.
6Neverseentherain17661XNeverseentherain6FtBob ButtLed for last lap to win 06 Nov trial. Three-time winner here. Not the worst.
7Dance Till Dawn584365Dance Till Dawn7Ft  
8Cardi B775109Cardi B8FtMatthew WilliamsonFair efforts in both runs since 30 Aug win. Draw no help either. First4s.
9Next Level6311X0Next Level9FtMatthew WhiteChased after #6 at last week's trials. Tough draw, but capable of overcoming.
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10Wuhan881901Wuhan10FtKyle CameronTired late in 06 Nov trials against several of these. First4 fringes only.
11Teds Legacy164X89Teds Legacy11FtJim CurtinLacking the late sprint of some here in first two runs back. Blowout odds.
12Rock Or Bust333411Rock Or Bust12FtTim WilliamsReally found his groove, and ran down #1 at Kaikoura. Look for him late.
13Magician211681Magician13FtCarter Dalgety(J)Got the job done in front here 25 Oct. Draw against him here, but can place.
14The SurferX63944The Surfer14FtZachary ButcherPaddling quietly under the waves with gritty 4ths recently. Don't dismiss.
Best Bets: Borrisokane (3),   Next Level (9),   Miki's Courage (5)
Best Mile Rates: Teds Legacy (1-56.7),   Neverseentherain (1-57.0),   Classie Linc (1-57.4)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Star Trialist: Neverseentherain - 1st of 9, NZ Metro, 06/11/24, 1980m Mobile, WnrsTime: 2-28.4, 800m: 57.7, 400m: 29.0, Margins: 1/2 neck, 3/4len, 1 1/4len.
Gear Changes: Bazooka (4): RD-On    Legend
Horse Movements: The Surfer to Mark Jones at Burnham
Runner Index
 
Aardiebythehill -  Race 7
All You Need Is Me -  Race 5
Alta Meteor -  Race 11
Always Bee Gee -  Race 6
Amazing Tom -  Race 6
American Me -  Race 11
Arcee Phoenix -  Race 7
Arden's Memory -  Race 5
Aroda -  Race 4 Race 11
Artful Bromac -  Race 9
Bazooka -  Race 12
Beach Ball -  Race 11
Bet N Win -  Race 7
Better Eclipse -  Race 11
Bettor Be Sharp -  Race 2 Race 6
Bettors Anvil -  Race 9
Borrisokane -  Race 12
Brett's Mate -  Race 10
Bryce's Meddle -  Race 8
Buffy Northstains -  Race 10
Captain Sampson -  Race 9
Cardi B -  Race 12
Catch A Wave -  Race 4
Chaldon -  Race 2
Charlie Brown -  Race 11
Classic Elegance -  Race 5
Classie Linc -  Race 12
Cody Banner -  Race 3 Race 7
Commander Joe -  Race 2
Confederate -  Race 9
Cormoran Strike -  Race 1
Countless Questions -  Race 10
Dalton Shard -  Race 11
Dance Till Dawn -  Race 12
Dark Ghana -  Race 10
Dave Duley -  Race 2
Da Vinci -  Race 4
Demon Blue -  Race 9
Don't Stop Dreaming -  Race 11
Donttelltheboys -  Race 2 Race 6
Duchess Megxit -  Race 5
Dynasty -  Race 2
Edge Of Reason -  Race 6
El Conqueror -  Race 3
Eurokash -  Race 1 Race 7
Fear And Faith -  Race 10
Fernetti -  Race 8
Fiery Bandito -  Race 7
Flying Ellie -  Race 5
Forgiveness -  Race 1
Foxing Easton -  Race 2
Franco Humbie -  Race 6
Franco Josiah -  Race 3
Franco Marek -  Race 11
Franco Sinatra -  Race 4
Gatecrasher -  Race 2
George Eliot -  Race 1 Race 3
Gold Bullion -  Race 3
Got The Chocolates -  Race 9
Got You Covered -  Race 4
Hadron Collider -  Race 8
Heisenberg -  Race 4
Helium -  Race 8
Helloveamoment -  Race 3
Here Comes Jane -  Race 10
Here's Herbie -  Race 8
Hey Bartender -  Race 8
I Dream Of Jeannie -  Race 7
Jimmy Carter -  Race 7
Jordan Anne -  Race 10
Jose Quivera -  Race 6
Julie Jaccka -  Race 3
Just Believe -  Race 7
Katherine -  Race 6
Koko Kaboom -  Race 10
Krackaling -  Race 10
Kyvalley Hotspur -  Race 7
Lady Of The Light -  Race 11
Leap To Fame -  Race 11
Little Spike -  Race 8
Louies Girl -  Race 5
Love N The Port -  Race 7
Mach Shard -  Race 11
Magician -  Race 12
Majesdix -  Race 10
Majestic Love -  Race 3
Marketplace -  Race 9
Master Class -  Race 1
Masterly -  Race 1
Matty A -  Race 3
Maui -  Race 7
Mavis Jones -  Race 1
Melody Banner -  Race 5
Merlin -  Race 11
Midnight Dash -  Race 7
Mighty Logan -  Race 7
Mighty Looee -  Race 4
Miki Bennett -  Race 2
Miki's Courage -  Race 12
Missile -  Race 1
Mixed Faith -  Race 1
Moment Of What -  Race 1
Moonlite Blood -  Race 6
Mossdale Ben -  Race 11
Mo'unga -  Race 11
Mouton Cadet -  Race 2
Mr Cash Man -  Race 8
Mr Love -  Race 7
Muscle Sass -  Race 3
Mystery Beach -  Race 9
Mystic Max -  Race 7
Nazareth -  Race 3
Neverseentherain -  Race 12
Next Level -  Race 12
Nubliah Chamay -  Race 10
Off The Edge -  Race 6
Ohoka Connor -  Race 4
Oliver -  Race 10
One Change -  Race 4
One Over All -  Race 7
Oscar Bonavena -  Race 7
Our Shangri Lana -  Race 5
Paris Prince -  Race 1
Pinseeker -  Race 8
Post Painter -  Race 5
Prince Teka -  Race 10
Rakero Rocket -  Race 8
Ready Set Jet -  Race 10
Reklaws Dream -  Race 5
Republican Party -  Race 11
Rise Up N Dance -  Race 6
Rock Lobster -  Race 10
Rock Or Bust -  Race 12
Royal Del -  Race 1
Rubira -  Race 9
Ruby Roe -  Race 5
Rush -  Race 3
Sacetas -  Race 9
Salute -  Race 2
Samanthas Moon -  Race 3
Sandy Shore -  Race 6
Shake A Leg -  Race 2
Shakira -  Race 5
She's Tough -  Race 2
Sheza Gift -  Race 1
Smoke On The Water -  Race 4
Sooner The Bettor -  Race 4
South Seas Rock -  Race 8
Special Effects -  Race 1 Race 3
Spirit Of Anarchy -  Race 8
Strikem -  Race 9
Style Council -  Race 6
Sunny Louis -  Race 10
Swayzee -  Race 11
Tact McLeod -  Race 11
Tact Teena -  Race 5 Race 6
Take The Deal -  Race 6
Teds Legacy -  Race 12
Tempo Warrior -  Race 6
The Big Lebowski -  Race 4
The Bloss -  Race 10
The Coalman -  Race 6
The Falcon -  Race 4
The Lazarus Effect -  Race 6
The Royal Gamble -  Race 1
The Surfer -  Race 12
Tokyo Rose -  Race 12
Treacherous Baby -  Race 5
Triple G -  Race 8
Tu Tangata -  Race 1
Ultimate Racy Girl -  Race 5
Vertigo -  Race 1
Wag Star -  Race 4
Walkinonsunshine -  Race 1
What The Bell -  Race 10
Winnyzback -  Race 2
Wuhan -  Race 12
Xlendi -  Race 8
Zoltan Boscik -  Race 3