Wanganui is becoming a happy stomping ground for Matamata raider Drop Of Something(NZ) (Telperion), and trainer Wayne Hillis is hoping their good association with the Central Districts track continues this weekend. Hillis trekked down to Wanganui with Drop Of Something last Saturday and was rewarded with victory in the Emmetts Truck Services Open (2040m). “He had a good run right behind the leader (My Maebelline Girl) and that is the one he beat, he did well. It was a really good run,” Hillis said. “He has come through it really…
Month: November 2024
Drop Of Something set for Wanganui Cup assignment
Drop Of Something will contest Saturday’s Listed Wanganui Cup (2040m). Photo: Peter Rubery (Race Images Palmerston North) Wanganui is becoming a happy stomping ground for Matamata raider Drop Of Something, and trainer Wayne Hillis is hoping their good association with the Central Districts track continues this weekend. Hillis trekked down to Wanganui with Drop Of Something last Saturday and was rewarded with victory. “He had a good run right behind the leader (My Maebelline Girl) and that is the one he beat, he did well. It was a really good…
Larsen takes two up-and-comers to Invercargill today
By Jonny Turner One of Kirk Larsen’s winning chances at Ascot Park on Wednesday has plenty of options, while the other doesn’t. Larsen heads to the twilight races with two up-and-coming youngsters, Ward Lamon and Fernco Nel. Ward Lamon impressed in his last Ascot Park outing when sweeping home from off the pace to score. In doing so the pacer sharply improved on his fresh up fifth at Winton. “He is a nice wee horse on his day, he was looking good but I felt he was still a bit…
Today’s horse racing tips & quaddie selections | Wednesday, 27/11
There are six horse racing meetings set for Australia on Wednesday, November 27. Our racing analysts here at horsebetting.com.au have found you the best bets and the quaddie numbers for Doomben, Geelong & Happy Valley (HK). Wednesday’s Free Horse Racing Tips – November 27, 2024 Doomben Racing Tips Geelong Racing Tips Happy Valley (HK) Racing Tips As always, there are plenty of promotions available for Australian racing fans. Check out all the top horse racing bookmakers to see what daily promotions they have. If you are looking for a new…
Golden Slipper favourite King Kirk drowns
Rachel King and King Kirk after winning the Group 3 Breeders’ Plate. Photo: Bradleyphotos.com.au Group 1 Golden Slipper (1200m) favourite King Kirk has tragically passed away following a freak incident at Randwick Racecourse on Tuesday. The Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott-trained colt drowned after panicking while swimming in the horse pool, a routine activity following his morning trackwork. Earlier in the day, King Kirk had participated in a 740m two-year-old barrier trial at Randwick, marking his first public appearance since his debut win in the Group 3 Breeders’ Plate. “Unfortunately,…
The Follow Files: WA Oaks winner returns with slashing run
Last Saturday, The Pinnacles continued to hold centre stage with Railway Stakes Day at Ascot featuring as the highlight meeting in Australia. Meanwhile, Cranbourne, Kembla Grange and Morphettville held strong support programs throughout the day. With several runners returning for summer preparations, we have found three that are worth following after strong performances early in the campaign. Ascot Track rating: Good 4 Rail position: +5m entire circuit Race 9: RTG72+ Handicap (1400m) | Time: 1:22.86 Horse to follow: Own The Queen (2nd) Own The Queen returned from an eight-month spell…
Happy Valley free racing preview & tips | November 27, 2024
What Happy Valley Races Where Happy Valley Racecourse – Wong Nai Chung Rd, Happy Valley, Hong Kong When Wednesday, November 27, 2024 First Race 6:40pm HKT (9:40pm AEDT) Visit Dabble Hong Kong racing returns to the bright lights of Happy Valley Racecourse on Wednesday evening, with a bumper nine-part program set for decision. The rail is out in the C+3 position the entire circuit, and with no rainfall predicted in the lead up, punters can anticipate a genuine Good 4 surface. The opening event is scheduled to get underway at…
The NZ Pacing Oaks – 50 Years ago
With the likes of Treacherous Bay and Duchess Megxit squaring off in Friday’s $225,000 Group 1 Tennant Engineering NZ Pacing Oaks for the three-year-old fillies at Addington Raceway why not look back at who won the Oaks half a century ago? 1974 New Zealand Oaks winner – Hurrania By Dave Di Somma, Harness News Desk It was like mother like daughter in the New Zealand Oaks 50 years ago. On February 16, 1974 at Addington Raceway, Hurrania won the New Zealand Oaks, just like her mum Arania had done 15…
Geelong races betting tips & quaddie | Wednesday, November 27
What Geelong Races Where Geelong Racecourse – 99 Breakwater Rd, Breakwater VIC 3219 When Wednesday, November 27, 2024 First Race 1pm AEDT Visit Dabble Geelong is the destination for midweek racing in Victoria on Wednesday afternoon, with a competitive eight-race meeting on the cards. The track was rated a Soft 5 at the time of acceptances, but with rain forecast on raceday, it is likely the meeting will be held on a Soft 6 or 7. The rail sticks to its true position, with the action commencing at 1pm AEDT.…
Mad Max out to fulfil early promise
Andrew Forsman will continue a busy week across the North Island at Te Aroha on Wednesday, with his small contingent including strong recent trial winner Mad Max (NZ) (Savabeel). The son of Savabeel was impressive at the trials early in his career and had a pair of starts in Australia and back home in January, before Forsman allowed him plenty of time to mature over the autumn and winter period. Raceday rider George Rooke guided Mad Max at Waipa where he closed off nicely to win his 850m heat, a…