Vale Johnathan Parkes
The New Zealand racing fraternity is in mourning following the passing of leading Central Districts jockey Johnathan Parkes over the weekend.
Tag: 'Arrowfield Stud Plate'
One Bold Cat pounces on Group 1
Robbie Patterson and Ryan Elliot have combined with One Bold Cat to take out the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate at Matamata on Wednesday afternoon.
Faraglioni looking to shed bridesmaid tag in Group 1
Ultra-consistent mare Faraglioni is out to shed her bridesmaid’s tag in Wednesday’s Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate (1600m) at Matamata.
One Bold Cat & Puntura set to appreciate softer Matamata surface
A softer Matamata track poses a positive for Robbie Patterson's talented pairing of One Bold Cat and Puntura in the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate...
Raymond left frustrated, but Rolls primed to strike at Matamata
Rolls’ New Zealand campaign hasn’t got off to the best of starts, but trainer Maddie Raymond and jockey Harry Grace are hoping that changes at...
‘Slippery’ track forces Group 1 to be postponed
Matamata is set to host the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate for the second time in three years after a slippery track forced an abandonment...
Ace Lawson-Carroll set for Group 1 debut
Apprentice jockey Ace Lawson-Carroll will have his debut elite-level ride in the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate (1600m) aboard Malt Time.
Wide draw a concern for Skew Wiff in Hastings Group 1
An awkward gate on Saturday afternoon at Hastings hasn't helped Skew Wiff's quest to double her winning total at the highest level.
Rolls to chase Hawke’s Bay Spring Carnival Group 1 success
The Hawke’s Bay Spring Carnival is set to get an injection of international flavour, with Warrnambool raider Rolls set to chase Group 1 success.
Mustang Valley following familiar Group 1 path
Saturday’s Taranaki meeting was the final step towards Mustang Valley’s second Group One title last season, and the mare will return on an identical path.
New Plymouth a stepping stone for One Bold Cat
Robbie Patterson will utilise the Taranaki and Te Rapa meetings as stepping stones for his talented contingent, which includes the Group 1-bound One Bold Cat.
Local to press claims for upcoming Group 1 targets
Kim Reid will get a decent line on Hi Yo Sass Bomb’s prospects at the Hawke’s Bay Spring Carnival when the mare steps out on...
Shaw daring to dream with Faraglioni
Levin trainer Josh Shaw is daring to dream with Faraglioni this spring following her eye-catching runner-up effort in Saturday’s Group 1 Tarzino Trophy (1400m).
Malt Time set for Hastings Group 1 challenge
Malt Time showed she is more than ready to make her presence felt in the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate at Hastings with the perfect...
Marsh delighted with Group 1 winner’s trial
Stephen Marsh is building towards the Hawke’s Bay Spring Carnival with a bit more confidence after a pleasing trial by El Vencedor on Friday.
Mali Ston to skip Tarzino in favour of Arrowfield Stud Plate
Following an eye-catching run in the Group 2 Foxbridge Plate, Mali Ston will skip the Group 1 Tarzino Trophy in favour of the Group 1...
Malt Time justifies favouritism in Ruakaka sprint feature
The class of Group One performer Malt Time shone through again at Ruakaka on Saturday, recovering from a sluggish start to score a runaway win.
Sydney targets beckon Mustang Valley
Australian shores are beckoning Mustang Valley once more, and trainer Andrew Forsman is looking forward to seeing if she is up to the task on...
Group 3 sprint tailormade for in-form mare
Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson couldn’t have wished for a better fit at Hastings on Saturday for talented mare Romancing The Moon.
Connections dreaming big with Malt Time
It may have taken a few years and 21 starts, but trainers Shaun and Emma Clotworthy may have found Malt Time’s new pet distance.
Mustang Valley claims Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate
The Andrew Forsman-trained Mustang Valley has claimed the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate (1600m) at Hastings on Saturday.
Times Ticking primed for Group 1 assignment
Times Ticking has overcome a setback for a belated crack at a top-flight title at the Hawke’s Bay spring carnival in the Group 1 Arrowfield...
Improving weather key for Legarto
Ken and Bev Kelso are gearing up for the Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate at Hastings on Saturday with high hopes for their hot favourite,...
Wetter the better for Mustang Valley
Andrew Forsman is optimistic about his mare Mustang Valley's chances in the upcoming Group 1 Arrowfield Stud Plate, especially if it track is rated as...
Melbourne Cup jockey quandary for Sharp ‘N’ Smart
Trainers Graeme and Debbie Rogerson could find themselves in search for a new jockey for Sharp ‘N’ Smart come Melbourne Cup time.