It was a sentimental day at Arawa Park on Saturday for Cambridge trainer Lance Gussey after he recorded his first win as a trainer courtesy of Joshua Brown, a horse bred by his late father Ronald Gussey. The son of Dalghar was having just his second raceday outing, having finished fifth over 1230m at the Rotorua venue last month, before returning to post a head victory in the Peter Ludgate Memorial Race 1215 on Saturday. “We always knew that he had the speed, all we needed was to get him…
Month: May 2024
Whiskey ‘N Roses looking for a taste of Champagne
A tilt at stakes level is in the offing for exciting juvenile Whiskey ‘N Roses following his debut runner-up performance behind Magice over 1200m at Matamata last Wednesday. The son of Belardo was green in the concluding stages of his debut outing and showed there is a heap of improvement to come, although that might not be seen until next season. The Listed Staphanos At Novara Park Champagne Stakes (1600m) at Pukekohe later this month is the only race on the radar for trainer Joanne Surgenor, who is loath to…
Bruce Sherwin Appointed Interim NZTR Senior Handicapper
Following a global search over the last 2 months, NZTR is yet to attract a suitable candidate to fill the role previously occupied by Neil Jennings as NZTR’s Senior Handicapper. As an interim measure, NZTR has appointed Bruce Sherwin on a fixed term 3-month contract to fill this vacancy effective today 13th May. Bruce’s skill set is highly suited to this role, given his extensive experience in relevant handicapping areas. He has overseen NZTR’s Handicapping Complaints process since 2013 and has been an integral member of the NZTR Handicapping Review Committee…
Winning run continues for Dennis
Robert Dennis’ results since returning to Southland continue to far exceed his expectations. The Ascot Park trainer celebrated his 12th winner this season when Loftys Gift continued her purple patch of form with victory in Sunday’s Wairio Cup (2200m). Dennis originally began training out of Woodlands and subsequently had a spell with Andrew Forsman’s Cambridge stable before returning with his family to Southland toward the end of last year. “We had our first runner in January and initially I thought if we could get five wins then I would be happy,”…
Dennis family dynasty continues
The Dennis family name is synonymous with Southland thoroughbred racing, and on Friday Christopher Dennis added to his family’s racing legacy when notching his first official training win at Riverton. While Dennis has had a lifelong involvement in racing, he didn’t take out his training license until four years ago, and had just 15 prior starts before The Kings Girl broke through for his first win in the Waiau Valley Shearing/Aparima Electrical Maiden (1400m). Dennis was pleased to get the result with the mare he bred, who is by The…
Dennis continues family dynasty
The Kings Girl winning at Riverton last Friday. Photo: Monica Toretto The Dennis family name is synonymous with Southland thoroughbred racing, and on Friday Christopher Dennis added to his family’s racing legacy when notching his first official training win at Riverton. While Dennis has had a lifelong involvement in racing, he didn’t take out his training license until four years ago, and had just 15 prior starts before The Kings Girl broke through for his first win in the Waiau Valley Shearing/Aparima Electrical Maiden (1400m). Dennis was pleased to get…
Winners continue to flow for Dennis
Loftys Gift (outside) winning the Wairio Cup (2200m) on Sunday. Photo: Monica Toretto Robert Dennis’ results since returning to Southland continue to far exceed his expectations. The Ascot Park trainer celebrated his 12th winner this season when Loftys Gift continued her purple patch of form with victory in Sunday’s Wairio Cup (2200m). Dennis originally began training out of Woodlands and subsequently had a spell with Andrew Forsman’s Cambridge stable before returning with his family to Southland toward the end of last year. “We had our first runner in January and…
Kensington races preview & betting tips | Wednesday, May 15
What Kensington Races Where Royal Randwick Racecourse – Alison Rd, Randwick NSW 2031 When Wednesday, May 15, 2024 First Race 12:15pm AEST Visit Dabble Metro racing returns to the Kensington circuit at Randwick on Wednesday afternoon, with a competitive eight-part program set for decision. The rail is out +3m all the way around, and although the surface was rated a Heavy 10 at the time of acceptances, the clearing forecast should ensure improving ground. The action is scheduled to get underway at 12:15pm AEST. Best Bet: Mr Artemisia Mr Artemisia…
Sentimental win for Gussey
Joshua Brown (outside) winning at Arawa Park last Saturday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images) It was a sentimental day at Arawa Park on Saturday for Cambridge trainer Lance Gussey after he recorded his first win as a trainer courtesy of Joshua Brown, a horse bred by his late father Ronald Gussey. The son of Dalghar was having just his second raceday outing, having finished fifth over 1230m at the Rotorua venue last month, before returning to post a head victory in the Peter Ludgate Memorial Race 1215 on Saturday. “We…
Passion paying off for Tait at Ascot Park
Denby-Rose Tait salutes after her win aboard Industrialist at Ascot Park on Sunday. Photo: Monica Toretto Leading southern apprentice jockey and registered nurse Denby-Rose Tait fittingly celebrated International Nurses’ Day with a winning double at Ascot Park on Sunday. Originally hailing from Hawke’s Bay, Tait ventured to the Garden City to become a nurse, and soon found herself balancing a three-year degree with a jockey apprenticeship. “I am a fully registered nurse now, which is quite exciting, although I’m not practising at the moment,” Tait said. “When I graduated last…