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Friday, March 31 2023
Chantilly Lace heads Bambry’s Awapuni attack

Foxton trainer Chrissy Bambry has a quiet confidence ahead of Saturday’s Gr.1 Courtesy Ford Manawatu Sires’ Produce Stakes (1400m) where she will saddle last-start winner Chantilly Lace (NZ) (U S Navy Flag), who is currently a $21 prospect.

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Friday, March 31 2023
Henry Hubber ready to unleash at Invercargill

Invercargill trainer Sally McKay couldn’t be much more relaxed as she prepares emerging Southland star Henry Hubber (NZ) (Rip Van Winkle) for Sunday’s Waxy’s Irish Pub Handicap (1200m) on his home track.

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Thursday, March 30 2023
NZ Derby hero still Sharp ‘N’ Smart

Triple Group One winner Sharp ‘N’ Smart (NZ) (Redwood) is ready to put his best foot forward when he contests Saturday’s A$2 million Gr.1 Australian Derby (2400m) at Randwick for trainers Graeme and Debbie Rogerson.

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Thursday, March 30 2023
Human error responsible for Tokyo Tycoon positive

Te Akau Racing have confirmed that human error was responsible for the post-race positive result to meloxicam returned by top two-year-old Tokyo Tycoon (NZ) (Satono Aladdin) following his victory in the Gr.1 Sistema Stakes (1200m) at Pukekohe on March 11.

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Thursday, March 30 2023
Buyers circling Avondale-bound Hero

Steven Cole isn’t sure how long he will have promising youngster There Goes My Hero (No Nay Never) in his care, but plans for a delayed step up to black-type company remain in place.

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Thursday, March 30 2023
Lightning poised to strike in Classic

South Auckland trainers Peter and Dawn Williams have all but ruled out a hit-and-run Sydney finale to end Desert Lightning’s (NZ) (Pride Of Dubai) three-year-old season.

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Wednesday, March 29 2023
Trobriand thriving ahead of Sires’ Produce

Fresh from riding Imperatriz (I Am Invincible) to Group One success in Australia last weekend, Opie Bosson will be out to add another elite-level victory to his record at Awapuni on Saturday, when he partners Trobriand (Kermadec) for Mark Walker in the Gr.1 Courtesy Ford Manawatu Sires’ Produce Stakes (1400m).

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Wednesday, March 29 2023
Mitchell steps down after 20 years at Pukekohe Park

Greg Mitchell agreed to take on the Counties Racing Club general manager role for three months in 2003 and this Friday he leaves the position for the last time, exactly 20 years after beginning the job.

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Wednesday, March 29 2023
Progressive performer ready for Cup test

He’s A Doozy (NZ) (Zacinto) has come a long way in the last 12 months and is in the right order to add another feature race title to his burgeoning record on his home track at Awapuni on Saturday.

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Wednesday, March 29 2023
Mark Twain ready to write himself into history books

Fresh off celebrating one of his biggest successes in his burgeoning training career, Robert Wellwood will head to Randwick on Saturday in a bid to snare more elite-level glory.

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Wednesday, March 29 2023
Forsman seeking another Australian Derby

Cambridge trainer Andrew Forsman has won two previous editions of the Gr.1 Australian Derby (2400m) but will be looking to snare his first in a solo capacity when he heads to Randwick on Saturday.

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Tuesday, March 28 2023
Tokyo Tycoon returns post-race positive

Unbeaten Mark Walker-trained juvenile Tokyo Tycoon (NZ) (Satono Aladdin) has returned a post-race positive result to meloxicam following his victory in the Gr.1 Sistema Stakes (1200m) at Pukekohe on March 11.

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Tuesday, March 28 2023
Kersley gunning for Kiwi Group One

Fred Kersley will tick New Zealand off his bucket list this weekend when he fulfils a long-held ambition to ride here.

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Tuesday, March 28 2023
Trobriand thriving ahead of Sires’ Produce

Fresh from riding Imperatriz (I Am Invincible) to Group One success in Australia last weekend, Opie Bosson will be out to add another elite-level victory to his record at Awapuni on Saturday, when he partners Trobriand (Kermadec) for Mark Walker in the Gr.1 Courtesy Ford Manawatu Sires’ Produce Stakes (1400m).

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Monday, March 27 2023
Marsh eyes trans-Tasman Group One double

Cambridge trainer Stephen Marsh is preparing for an attack on a Group One double on both sides of the Tasman this weekend.

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Monday, March 27 2023
Richardson runner ready for Group One assault

Trainer Graham Richardson believes the step up to 1400m for Saturday’s Gr.1 Courtesy Ford Manawatu Sires’ Produce Stakes (1400m) is the key to promising two-year-old To Catch A Thief (US Navy Flag) finding his way to the top of the podium for the first time in his short juvenile career.

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Monday, March 27 2023
Where there is a will there is a Weka

Just seven days after outstanding three-year-old stayer Pennyweka captured the Gr.1 New Zealand Oaks (2400m) for her seventy strong syndicate of owners known as the Galloping Wekas Jazweka Syndicate, another branch of the successful syndication platform picked up their own triumph with Maryweka (NZ) (Time Test) at Riccarton on Saturday

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Monday, March 27 2023
Tulsi heads Benner-Wynyard Awapuni charge

Johno Benner and Hollie Wynyard pride themselves on their strike rate and they are enjoying another successful season on that score.

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Monday, March 27 2023
Entain announced as TAB NZ preferred partner

TAB NZ have announced Entain as the preferred partner for a 25-year strategic arrangement subject to Ministerial approval.

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Monday, March 27 2023
Collett hoping for winning homecoming

Expat New Zealand jockey Sam Collett will make a fleeting return to New Zealand this weekend to ride at Awapuni’s feature meeting on Saturday.

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Monday, March 27 2023
Goldman helps boost profile of young stallion

Joe Smithies is hoping the rise to prominence of leading Gr.1 Melbourne Cup (3200m) hope Goldman can be a boost for his young South Island-based sire Verdi.

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Saturday, March 25 2023
Pennyweka’s a real family affair

In 1973 esteemed veterinarian Jim Wallace Senior established Ardsley Stud at Opaki on the outskirts of Masterton with his sons Jim and Les.

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Saturday, March 25 2023
Uncompromising Churchillian notches third win

The Tony Pike-trained Churchillian (NZ) (Churchill) posted her third win from just five starts when taking out the Bayleys Mt Maunganui 3YO 1400 at Tauranga on Saturday.

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Saturday, March 25 2023
Champagne Stakes option for Cu Chulainn

Two-year-old gelding Cu Chulainn (NZ) (Burgundy) backed-up his debut four-length victory at Wingatui earlier in the month with another good performance to land the Petersens Jewellers Ladies Bracelet Two-Year-Old (1000m) at Riccarton on Saturday, albeit with a much narrower margin.

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Saturday, March 25 2023
Brando in the spotlight at Tauranga

Good-looking gelding Brando (NZ) (Savabeel) notched his eighth career victory when proving a class above his rivals in the Gr.2 Ultimate Mazda Japan Trophy (1600m) at Tauranga on Saturday

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Saturday, March 25 2023
No drama for leading southern mare

Live Drama (NZ) (Ghibellines) gave a flawless performance on the main stage at Riccarton on Saturday to post the second black type victory of her career.

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Friday, March 24 2023
Kennedy loving life in New Zealand

New Zealand is delivering everything experienced jockey Warren Kennedy had yearned for when he made the bold decision to relocate from South Africa five months ago.

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Friday, March 24 2023
Burgie poised to add to Andertons’ proud record in Breeders’ Stakes

Otago mare Burgie (NZ) (Ghibellines) returns to the scene of her biggest win on Saturday seeking an even bigger prize.

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Friday, March 24 2023
Taplins target Rosehill riches

Former Southlanders Ian and Kerry Taplin are set to hit the big smoke in Sydney this weekend with a pair of talented stayers.

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Friday, March 24 2023
Racing success making up for sale setback

The bright start Lhasa (Hellbent) has made to his racing career has put aside early disappointment for the Treweek family’s Lyndhurst Farm, who initially had high hopes of a tidy sale return from him.

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Friday, March 24 2023
Northern trainers open southern base

Canterbury has welcomed the addition of a new stable to the region, with Ruakaka trainers Kenny Rae and Krystal Williams establishing a southern operation at Riccarton.

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Friday, March 24 2023
Pennyweka’s a real family affair

In 1973 esteemed veterinarian Jim Wallace Senior established Ardsley Stud at Opaki on the outskirts of Masterton with his sons Jim and Les.

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Wednesday, March 22 2023
“Gutted” Walker puts faith in Imperatriz

Mark Walker’s disappointment at Group One performer Campionessa (NZ) (Contributer missing a start in Saturday’s Gr.1 Australian Cup (2000m) at Flemington was palpable on Wednesday.

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Wednesday, March 22 2023
Hong Kong challenge for Aegon

The well-travelled Aegon (NZ) (Sacred Falls) is heading to Hong Kong and a clash with local hero Golden Sixty (Medaglia d’Oro) in the Gr.1 Champions’ Mile (1600m) at Sha Tin on April 30.

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Wednesday, March 22 2023
Marsh mares primed for Riccarton feature

Stephen Marsh will be keeping a close eye on Riccarton on Saturday where he will have a two-pronged attack in the Gr.3 Valachi Downs South Island Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1600m).

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Wednesday, March 22 2023
Manawatu Classic on the cards for Desert Lightning

Group One performer Desert Lightning (NZ) (Pride of Dubai) will likely be given one final run this season before he heads for a spell in preparation for the spring.

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Wednesday, March 22 2023
Babylon Berlin on song for William Reid

Babylon Berlin (All Too Hard) will be out to shed her perennial bridesmaid tag when she heads to The Valley on Friday for the Gr.1 William Reid Stakes (1200m).

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Tuesday, March 21 2023
Weekend focus a winning strategy for Elliot

Ryan Elliot’s decision to focus on major racedays as a way to mitigate challenges with his weight is paying off in a huge way.

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Monday, March 20 2023
Te Akau dominates Levin Classic again

The decision to move the Gr.1 Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors Levin Classic (1600m) to March has worked wonders for Te Akau Racing, who dominated the race for the second year in a row at Trentham on Saturday – headed by an off-the-canvas victory by Romancing The Moon.

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Monday, March 20 2023
Maria Farina provides Weatherley family with stakes double

A weaving run from near last on the home turn by enigmatic mare Maria Farina to claim the Listed Jennian Homes Wellington Lightning Handicap (1200m), provided the Weatherley family with a stunning stakes double on a day of high drama for their small team.

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Monday, March 20 2023
Jubilant scenes after special Oaks victory

Members of the Galloping Wekas Jazweka Syndicate threatened to tear down the Trentham grandstand after they witnessed their pride and joy Pennyweka stride clear in the final stages of the Gr.1 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand Oaks (2400m).

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Monday, March 20 2023
Wallace keen on patient approach

Trainer Jim Wallace was delighted with how his Gr.1 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand Oaks (2400m) winner Pennyweka (NZ) (Satono Aladdin) came through her exertions, but was leaning towards playing the long-game with the daughter of Satono Aladdin on Sunday.

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Monday, March 20 2023
Weatherley recovering after life threatening birdcage incident

Post-race protocols are being addressed in the wake of the serious injury suffered by trainer Darryn Weatherley in the Trentham birdcage on Saturday.

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Monday, March 20 2023
Walker edging closer to record

Leading trainer Mark Walker enjoyed another strong day on Saturday as he marches towards the record for wins in a season.

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Monday, March 20 2023
James looking to turn back the clock

Roger James will be hoping to roll back the years in Sydney this weekend with his top-class filly Prowess.

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Monday, March 20 2023
Satono Aladdin’s star continues to rise

It’s been a fantastic fortnight for Rich Hill Stud shuttle stallion Satono Aladdin.

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Monday, March 20 2023
La Crique enjoying time out

Four-year-old mare La Crique has gone for a break following her brave third placing in the Gr.1 New Zealand Stakes (2050m) where she suffered interference when making her bid for glory.

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Saturday, March 18 2023
Familiar colours to the fore in St Leger

RBC Racing’s blue, gold and black colours were carried to Gr.1 New Zealand Oaks (2400m) glory by Miss Mossman in 2014, and on Saturday they struck black-type gold again at the same Trentham meeting – this time with up-and-coming stayer Ess Vee Are in the Listed Barneswood Farm New Zealand St Leger (2600m).

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Saturday, March 18 2023
Unbeaten Pearl Of Alsace lands Cuddle Stakes

Talented mare Pearl Of Alsace (NZ) (Tavistock) extended her unbeaten run to five when she stepped up to stakes company with a narrow victory in the Gr.3 Wentwood Grange Cuddle Stakes (1600m) a Trentham.

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Friday, March 17 2023
Huge groundswell of support for Pennyweka

Few runners in Saturday’s Gr.1 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand Oaks (2400m) at Trentham will have a support crew like Pennyweka’s (NZ) (Satono Aladdin).

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Friday, March 17 2023
Jessie’s Rock seeking southern riches

Wingatui trainer Terry Kennedy is looking to take advantage of the good prizemoney on offer at his local meeting on Monday.

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Friday, March 17 2023
Abel looking forward to her Group One debut

Tegan Abel, one of the lesser lights of northern apprentice jockey ranks, is a mixture of excited and nervous ahead of her Group One debut on Dusty Road (NZ) (Shamexpress) in Saturday’s Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors Levin Classic (1600m) at Trentham.

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Thursday, March 16 2023
Couple AwonA’t die wonderingA with Group One fillies

Otaki trainers Johno Benner and Hollie Wynyard will tackle feature races with a high-quality trio at Trentham on Saturday.

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Thursday, March 16 2023
Wood has eyes on multiple venues

Trainer Chris Wood is hoping Side Eye (Sidestep) can continue his preparation the way he started it – winning.

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Wednesday, March 15 2023
Sakura Girl set to bloom in Oaks

Sakura Girl (NZ) (Iffraaj) will chase the first leg of a major trans-Tasman double for Cambridge trainer Ben Foote at Trentham on Saturday.

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Wednesday, March 15 2023
Coventina Bay retired

Group One-winning mare Coventina Bay (NZ) (Shamexpress) has been retired and is now destined to head across the Tasman in preparation for the next stage of her career.

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Wednesday, March 15 2023
Well-bred Aprilia bounces back

Well-related two-year-old filly Aprilia turned her form around at Matamata on Wednesday after a below expectation debut performance on the Cambridge synthetic when beaten into third as an odds-on favourite.

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Wednesday, March 15 2023
Break for Ulanova

Connections of high-class two-year-old Ulanova will look forward to next season, with news that the Stephen Marsh-trained Group Three winner has gone for a break.

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Tuesday, March 14 2023
Walker pair take aim at Melbourne Group Ones

Five-year-old mare Campionessa (NZ) (Contributer) has made her mark in domestic weight-for-age company this preparation and her impressive progress will be rewarded with a trip to Australia.

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Tuesday, March 14 2023
Surgery-bound Allpress determined to reach 2000-win milestone

Leading jockey Lisa Allpress remains committed to reaching 2000 career wins, despite having to miss at least half a year due to shoulder surgery.

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Tuesday, March 14 2023
Pinn seeking further Group One success

Wiremu Pinn will be hunting more Group One success when he heads to Trentham this weekend.

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Monday, March 13 2023
Tutukaka bound for Singapore

Dual stakes winner Tutukaka has been sold with the well-related four-year-old to continue his career in Singapore.

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Monday, March 13 2023
Astron making his mark for Cole family

Matamata trainer Cody Cole is hopeful he can take his father’s horse Astron into stakes company next season.

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Sunday, March 12 2023
Platinum Invador upsets in Auckland Cup

It was the case of third time lucky for the Lisa Latta-trained stayer Platinum Invador (NZ) (Redwood) ($22.80), who upset calculations in Saturday’s Gr.2 Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup (3200m) to register a deserved big race success.

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Sunday, March 12 2023
Magorrian to link with former mentor in Group One

Jockey Lee Magorrian will make a return to New Zealand next weekend to partner emerging three-year-old Master Brutus (NZ) (Swiss Ace) in the Gr.1 Gee & Hickton Funeral Directors Levin Classic (1600m) at Trentham.

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Sunday, March 12 2023
Levante lands in Sydney ahead of George Ryder

Levante’s Sydney autumn carnival mission has got off to the right start with a smooth trans-Tasman flight ahead of her campaign opener in next Saturday’s Gr. 1 George Ryder Stakes (1500m).

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Sunday, March 12 2023
Tycoon keeps powder dry

Outstanding two-year-old Tokyo Tycoon (NZ) (Satono Aladdin) will head to the spelling paddock after his victory in Saturday’s Gr.1 Sistema Stakes (1200m) at Pukekohe.

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Saturday, March 11 2023
Group One success for undefeated Tokyo Tycoon

Leading rider Opie Bosson brought up a special milestone at Pukekohe on Saturday when outstanding juvenile Tokyo Tycoon (NZ) (Satono Aladdin) provided him with his tenth win in the Gr.1 Sistema Stakes (1200m).

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Friday, March 10 2023
Cup challenge for Camino Rocoso

Camino Rocoso (NZ) (Shocking) has won a few Cups in his eight seasons of racing and he will be looking to add another to his tally when he heads to Gore on Sunday.

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Friday, March 10 2023
Kiwis feature prominently in world rankings

There was a distinct Kiwi flavour in the latest Longines World’s Best Racehorse Rankings.

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Friday, March 10 2023
Trainer hoping stars align home and away

Andrew Forsman will be hoping gifted two-year-old Ethereal Star can deliver a winning top-flight lead on Saturday for her older stablemate Mustang Valley to follow.

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Friday, March 10 2023
Long-time friends still celebrating

An enduring association is riding the crest of a wave with a four-year-old who continues to exceed all expectations.

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Thursday, March 09 2023
Phelan playing winning role with Kajino

Successful jumps jockey and trainer Shaun Phelan was instrumental in Cambridge horsewoman Diana Kennedy securing Kajino (NZ) (Raise The Flag) and he’s continued to play a major role in the eight-year-old’s progression.

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Thursday, March 09 2023
Noble steeds set to shine

Trainer Lance Noble is in for a busy 24-hours this weekend.

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Wednesday, March 08 2023
Australian Derby in the crosshairs of OTI Racing

The Gr.1 Australian Derby (2400m) is firmly in the crosshairs of Australian syndicator OTI Racing with their kiwi pair Full Of Sincerity and Mark Twain.

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Wednesday, March 08 2023
Bosson ready to cash in with Tycoon

Champion jockey Opie Bosson has been lamenting a costly decision for the past six weeks but he’s looking forward to setting the record straight at Pukekohe on Saturday.

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Wednesday, March 08 2023
Black-type options for Lauding

A significant step up in class beckons Lauding following his maiden success at Taupo on Wednesday.

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Tuesday, March 07 2023
Bonecrusher hope in line for Sydney

Wexford Stables have moved on from the unfortunate circumstances that blighted Asterix’s (NZ) last outing and the talented son of Tavistock remains on target for the Sydney autumn carnival.

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Tuesday, March 07 2023
Auckland Cup dream back on with Dunhill

The dream of winning the Gr.2 Barfoot & Thompson Auckland Cup (3200m) is back on with Southland stayer Dunhill (NZ) (Pins).

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Tuesday, March 07 2023
Tulsi takes aim at leading juvenile contests

Johno Benner is looking forward to taking on leading juvenile Tokyo Tycoon (NZ) (Satono Aladdin) with his lightly-raced filly Tulsi (The Autumn Sun), even though he’s sure she will be better at three.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Pike toasts Roederer’s maiden victory

Trainer Tony Pike is dreaming of a bright future with Roederer (NZ) (Turn Me Loose) after he broke through for his maiden win at Arawa Park on Thursday.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Blackadder’s patience paying off

A patient approach has been the key to the emergence of Ears Back who will bid to extend her winning sequence at Wingatui where a major pay day awaits the rising southern star.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Orting vying for first stakes win

South Auckland trainer Sophia Orting will be vying to secure her first stakes win when she heads to Te Rapa on Saturday with Master Brutus.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Laking to realise Derby dream

Canterbury jockey Jason Laking has always dreamt of riding in the Gr.1 Auckland Thoroughbred Racing New Zealand Derby (2400m) and he will finally get his opportunity at Te Rapa on Saturday in the $1 million feature.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Babylon bridesmaid no more

Quality sprinter Babylon Berlin put her recent bridesmaid tag well behind her when she bolted home in the Gr.3 Haunui Farm Kings Plate (1200m).

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Monday, March 06 2023
The Intimidator claims Mufhasa Stakes

A never-say-die, front-running effort from The Intimidator paved the way for the progressive three-year-old to score a deserved stakes victory with a win in the Listed Vertical Logistics Mufhasa Stakes (1400m) at Te Rapa.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Sakura Girl hands Foote a winning double

Exciting galloper Sakura Girl presented her trainer Ben Foote and rider Kozzi Asano with the second leg of a winning stakes double at Te Rapa on Saturday when she cruised to victory in the Gr.3 McKee Family Sunline Vase (2100m).

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Monday, March 06 2023
Favourite wins New Zealand Derby

Raging hot favourite Sharp ‘N’ Smart made good on the promise of co-trainer Graeme Rogerson as he showed all the star qualities he possesses with a superlative performance to take out the Gr.1 Auckland Thoroughbred Racing New Zealand Derby (2400m).

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Monday, March 06 2023
Romancing The Moon shines at Wingatui

A confidence-boosting first stakes victory in Saturday’s Listed NZB Insurance Stakes (1400m) at Wingatui has laid the platform for proven black-type performer Romancing The Moon to embark on a Group One mission later this month.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Confidence boosting win for Tevere

A victory on New Zealand racing’s biggest stage is set to give talented mare Tevere (NZ) (Contributer) a much needed boost of confidence after a luckless run at Group level this season.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Derby runner-up heading to Sydney

Andalus (NZ) (Almanzor) will head across the Tasman next month after nearly pulling off a massive upset in the Gr.1 New Zealand Derby (2400m) at Te Rapa on Saturday.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Imperatriz denied perfect Australian start

Backers of New Zealand sprinter Imperatriz (I Am Invincible) were almost counting their winnings with 100m to go in the Gr.1 Canterbury Stakes (1300m) at Randwick on Saturday, but it was not to be.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Prowess chasing Australian boarding pass

Leading filly Prowess will book her passage to Australia with a performance to match expectations against older opposition at Pukekohe on Saturday.

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Monday, March 06 2023
Leading jumps jockey joins flat ranks

The newest flat racing apprentice in New Zealand racing has joined the ranks in part to try and help him win the jumps jockey title.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Prowess out of Derby

Prowess (NZ) (Proisir), the second-favourite for Saturday’s Gr.1 Auckland Thoroughbred Racing New Zealand Derby (2400m) at Te Rapa, has been withdrawn from the $1 million classic.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Broodmare paddock beckoning Coventina Bay

The horse that did more for New Plymouth trainer Robbie Patterson’s profile than any other may have raced for the last time.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Perfect Derby draw for Sharp ‘N’ Smart

It’s hard to dismiss the similarities between Sharp ‘N’ Smart (NZ) (Redwood) and Savabeel.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Forsman full of hope ahead of Derby

Andrew Forsman has trained two previous victors of the Gr.1 New Zealand Derby (2400m) in partnership with mentor Murray Baker, and he is hoping he can claim one in his own right at Te Rapa this weekend.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Oaks dream alive for Waikato radiologist

Waikato Hospital radiologist Xavier Kos is dreaming of an Oaks victory with his filly Mehzebeen (NZ) (Almanzor) after she broke through for her maiden win at Awapuni on Wednesday.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Oaks hope stars on top day for Pike

Val Di Zoldo (NZ) (War Decree) headlined a stellar day for Tony Pike at Awapuni where she added serious momentum to her preparation for the country’s premier staying feature for fillies.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Express Coup leads stakes charge

Express Coup (NZ) (Shamexpress) has been given the nod as Michael and Matthew Pitman’s best hope of success in Saturday’s age group feature at Wingatui.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Desert Lightning set to strike in Derby

Trainers Peter and Dawn Williams are hoping they can upset the applecart when they head to Te Rapa on Saturday.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
gavelhouse.com auction to support cyclone relief

The catalogue is now online for the gavelhouse.com Thoroughbred 6 March auction with a special component to the sale aimed at supporting the cyclone relief fund.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Babylon Berlin in search of return to winner’s circle

Quality sprinter Babylon Berlin has a gilt-edged opportunity for a soft kill in Saturday’s Gr.3 Haunui Farm Kings Plate (1200m) at Te Rapa.

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Thursday, March 02 2023
Riproar has family bite

The Andrew Forsman-trained Riproar looks to have inherited some of the family ability, with the gelding a comfortable winner of the Campbell Infrastructure 2YO (1215m) at RotThe Andrew Forsman-trained Riproar looks to have inherited some of the family ability, with the gelding a comfortable winner of the Campbell Infrastructure 2YO (1215m) at Rotorua on Thursday at his second start.orua on Thursday at his second start.

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