Versatile mare Catherinenz (NZ) (Shamexpress) made the perfect return to her five-year-old term at Otaki on Sunday, scoring a gritty victory in the Cavallo Farms and Chris Rutten Bloodstock Handicap (1400m). Having just her 10th start, Catherinenz has been patiently handled by Robbie Patterson since she joined his stable in mid-2023, recording three wins up to Rating 75 level, most recently seen when running third at New Plymouth in July. The daughter of Shamexpress went to the paddock following her winter campaign and was well-backed on resumption, starting the $4.50 favourite…
Month: February 2025
Jenni is back to work
The possible return from retirement of Pride Of Jenni (Pride Of Dubai) has reached a crucial stage with the Trelawney Stud bred back in work at trainer Ciaron Maher’s Cranbourne stables. Maher confirmed on Saturday that the seven-year-old mare is being prepared for another racing campaign. “She’s just come into the stables and while she’s obviously had her issues, she seems in good order,” Maher said. He said the commencement of trackwork did not necessarily mean Pride Of Jenni was certain to race again. “I want to see her come…
Weigh In, February 9
Guy, Jayne & Emily review all the action from Legends Day at Te Rapa, including a deep dive into the two Group 1 features. Plus, we meet the new NZTR CEO Matt Ballesty. Weigh In, February 9
Mr Intelligence scores smart win in Wingatui distance feature
Consistent performer Mr Intelligence (NZ) (Niagara) displayed his love of a firm track surface when he proved too tough in a battling finish to the open handicap stayers feature at Wingatui, the Grand Casino (2200m). Having just her first ride on the Nikki and Barrie Blatch owned and trained nine-year-old, leading South Island jockey Tina Comignaghi produced a masterclass as she had him bowling along without a care in the world just behind the pace on the outer, after moving forward from a wide draw early in the piece. Pulled…
Sprint trip the key for One More Dance
Progressive mare One More Dance (NZ) (Sweynesse) dropped back in distance and picked up a lucrative maiden victory at Te Rapa on Saturday, claiming top honours in the TAB 1200. The daughter of Sweynesse had recorded three minor placings from seven starts, while her most recent effort was a game fourth in a competitive MAAT contest at Ellerslie on New Year’s Day. On that occasion, she was ridden by Sam Weatherley, who advised her trainer Ross McCarroll to revert the mare back to 1200m, advice he took on board…
The Princie One continues her rise
Emerging talent The Princie One (NZ) (Savabeel) continued her rapid rise through the grades at Wingatui on Saturday, schooling her rivals in the KB Contracting (1200m). The well-bred daughter of Savabeel commenced her career in the North Island with Mark Walker, finishing fourth in the Listed Champagne Stakes (1600m) as a juvenile before joining Robert Dennis’ stable at Ascot Park. The Princie One entered the winner’s circle for the first time last October, and when she finally struck a good track in mid-January, the mare made a serious impression winning…
Caulfield Heath free racing tips & quaddie | February 10, 2025
What Caulfield Heath Races Where Caulfield Racecourse – Gate 2, Station St, Caulfield East VIC 3145 When Monday, February 10, 2025 First Race 3:30pm AEDT Visit Dabble A rare Monday twilight meeting is scheduled for the Heath track at Caulfield with an eight-race meeting scheduled to help kick off the new week of racing in Victoria. With clear skies forecast leading into the card and on raceday itself, the track is likely to remain in the Good 4 range, while the rail will be out 4m the entire circuit. Action…
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Team Purdon excel on Cranbourne’s big night
By Adam Hamilton It’s been a fantastic Cranbourne Cup meeting in Victoria for Mark and Nathan Purdon. Last night Don’t Stop Dreaming built on a luckless but good Hunter Cup run to finish a tremendous second to Leap To Fame in the $100,000 Group 2 Cranbourne Cup while Oscar Bonavena made a lie of his Great Southern Star final flop with a stunning Group 1 win in the $60,000 Bruce Skeggs Trotters’ Cup. Don’t Stop Dreaming’s effort to settle near last and circle the field to sit parked was up…
Wild Willow heavily favoured in Hororata Cup
By Mike Love Wild Willow will run a short priced favourite ($2.45 FF) in today’s Garrards Horse and Hound Hororata Cup over 3000m at Methven. The five-year-old Art Major gelding has won five from 10 starts in his career to date and Rakaia trainer Warren Stapleton believes he will be hard to beat again. “If he goes anywhere near as good as he did on the second day at Blenheim, after doing all of that work early, he’s got to be hard to beat,” said Stapleton. “He’s a big strong…