Lisa Latta celebrated a winning double at Otaki on Saturday, and the Awapuni trainer is hoping to continue that form at Hastings on Wednesday. Eight-year-old gelding Lincoln Falls got Latta’s weekend off to a winning start when taking out the Vets On Riverbank Handicap (1600m) in convincing fashion by 3-3/4 lengths. It was a popular win by the son of Dundeel who hadn’t graced the winner’s stall in more than three years. “I got a big thrill out of that one. We have put a lot of work into him…
Month: February 2024
Unbeaten 3YO having immediate effect for stud
The emergence in Australia of the unbeaten three-year-old Immediacy has provided further impetus for breeders Cambridge Stud as they head into selling mode across the Tasman. Immediacy retained his perfect record in outstanding style at Caulfield on Saturday for trainers Trent Busuttin and Natalie Young with a hollow victory in the Gr.2 Autumn Classic (1800m) at his third appearance. The son of Tarzino will now head to Sydney for the Gr.1 Rosehill Guineas (2000m) and the Gr.1 Australian Derby (2400m). Immediacy’s timing has been immaculate for the Cambridge nursery, who…
Launceston Cup Day preview & free tips | Wednesday, February 28
What Launceston Cup Day Where Tasmanian Turf Club – Jellico St, Mowbray TAS 7248 When Wednesday, February 28, 2023 First Race 12:45pm AEDT Visit Dabble The Tasmanian Turf Club will host one of its marquee meetings this Wednesday afternoon as the Group 3 Launceston Cup takes centre stage. The track was rated a Good 4 at the time of acceptances, but with rain forecast for Wednesday, there is potential for a downgrade during the day. The rail will be in the +3m position for the entire circuit, with the opening…
Rosehill Wednesday preview & betting tips | February 28, 2024
What Rosehill Races Where Rosehill Gardens Racecourse – James Ruse Dr, Rosehill NSW 2142 When Wednesday, February 28, 2024 First Race 2:20pm AEDT Visit Dabble Rosehill Gardens Racecourse is the destination for NSW metro racing on Wednesday afternoon as a competitive seven-race program awaits punters. The rail moves out +6m for the entire circuit, and with no substantial rainfall forecast in the lead-up, the surface should be rated a Good 4. The action is set to get underway at 2:20pm AEDT. Best Bet: Lovero Lovero couldn’t have been more impressive…
Jamie Kah to partner Southport Tycoon in Australian Guineas
Group 1 Australian Guineas contender Southport Tycoon. (Photo by George Sal/Racing Photos) Jamie Kah is set to ride Southport Tycoon for the first time as the dual Group 2 runner-up aims to secure his first stakes race victory in the upcoming Group 1 Australian Guineas (1600m). Speaking to Racing.com, managing owner Nathan Bennett expressed confidence in the horse. “I know he got beat (in the Autumn Stakes) but I still think he’s a pretty good horse and I think grand final day he’s ready to peak and ready for a…
Wings Of Song claims Tasmanian Oaks
Tasmanian Oaks winner Wings Of Song. (Photo by Jay Town/Racing Photos) Wings Of Song soared to her fifth consecutive triumph by claiming Sunday’s Listed Tasmanian Oaks (2100m) at Launceston in impressive fashion. Trained by Patrick Payne, the filly displayed her dominance by outpacing Very Sewreel, securing victory by half a length, while Ala Moana trailed behind by 1.25 lengths to clinch third place. Bred at Twin Hills Stud, Wings Of Song has now elevated her record to six wins, two seconds, and a third from 11 starts, accumulating a total…
Cups future for Snzzytavi
Expect to see promising stayer Snazzytavi feature prominently in next season’s Cups, that’s the call from co-trainer Graham Richardson following her win in the Gavelhouse.com 2000 at Matamata on Saturday. The daughter of Tavistock was having her first start over ground on her home track over the weekend and Richardson, who trains in partnership with Rogan Norvall, was impressed with her performance. In the hands of leading hoop Warren Kennedy, Snazzytavi was taken back to settle at the rear of the field where she enjoyed doing no work throughout. Rounding…
Little Avondale set to celebrate Lowland Stakes
Little Avondale will celebrate their 11th year of sponsoring the Lowland Stakes at Hastings this week. Wednesday’s eight-race, twilight meeting features the Gr.2 Little Avondale Lowland Stakes (2100m) for three-year-old fillies which is set to run at 6.09pm. There is a strong field assembled with Group Three winner Sudbina, trained by Roger James and Robert Wellwood, currently heading the market. Little Avondale Stud’s Sam Williams said the race holds an important place in the New Zealand racing calendar and he is looking forward to upping the ante with hospitality this…
Just Fine to be aimed towards Group 1 Sydney Cup
Just Fine will be aimed towards the Group 1 Sydney Cup. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Racing Photos) Just Fine, a contender for the Group 1 Melbourne Cup (3200m), is poised to make a comeback to competitive racing after delivering commendable performances in two recent trials. In the words of Gai Waterhouse, who, in collaboration with Adrian Bott, trains the Group 1 Metropolitan (2400m) victor, “He’s going along very nicely. “He’s had two trials, he’s down to run in about two weeks’ time. “He’s on track for the Sydney Cup and races…
Scone free racing tips & quaddie | Tuesday, February 27
What Scone Races Where Scone Race Club – 434 Bunnan Rd, Scone NSW 2337 When Tuesday, February 27, 2024 First Race 1:15pm AEDT Visit Dabble Country racing returns to Scone on Tuesday afternoon for a competitive eight-race program. The rail is in the true position for the meeting, and with improving conditions forecast in the lead-up, the track should be upgraded into the Good range. The opening race is set to get underway at 1:15pm local time. Best Bet: Don’t Call Me Honey Don’t Call Me Honey was chased down…