Snazzytavi powers to Te Rapa Group 2 success
Snazzytavi more than justified the torrent of support she received in the final minutes of betting prior to Saturday’s Group 2 Cal Isuzu Stakes (1600m).
Tag: 'Cal Isuzu Stakes'
Snazzytavi kicks off summer campaign at Te Rapa
Top mare Snazzytavi is ready to kick off her summer campaign, which will revolve around further Group One weight-for-age opportunities.
Campionessa a class above in Cal Isuzu Stakes
A commanding victory in Saturday’s Group 2 Cal Isuzu Stakes (1600m) at Te Rapa completed a rare fillies and mares’ feature double for Campionessa.
Volare out to continue strong run for Williams stable
Peter and Dawn Williams have had an outstanding strike rate over the last few weeks, and they will try to continue their hot form at...
Headgear to sharpen mare’s Cal Isuzu chances
Quality mare Pearl Of Alsace will sport a new look when she takes aim at the Group 2 Cal Isuzu Stakes (1600m) at Te Rapa...
O’Reilly mare an inspired piece of business
Modest purchase Bella Carolina has proved herself to be an exceptional investment for Mapperley Stud principal Simms Davison.
Campionessa claims Group 2 Auckland Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes
Campionessa helped comeback jockey Matt Cameron complete a feature double at Pukekohe in the Group 2 Auckland Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes (1400m).
Sinarahma retired
Group One performer Sinarahma has been retired following her seventh-placed run in the Group 1 Zabeel Classic (2000m) at Pukekohe on Boxing Day. The Taranaki...
Zabeel Classic looming for Le Sablier
A tilt at the Group 1 Zabeel Classic (2050m) could be on the cards for Le Sablier after her runner-up effort behind Sinarahma in the...
Sinarahma superior in Te Rapa feature
Warm favourite Sinarahma provided a further example of her undoubted class when she cruised to victory in one of the feature events at Te Rapa...
Broodmare paddock looming for Sinarahma
Sinarahma’s final campaign couldn’t be going much better, according to New Plymouth trainer Allan Sharrock. But as the eight-year-old Darci Brahma mare prepares for her...
Quality mare Sinarahma full of surprises
Sinarahma exceeded expectations at Te Rapa with a performance that left little doubt she can take full advantage of her remaining opportunities. The multiple stakes...
James keen for more of the same after spectacular Saturday
Roger James had plenty of time to reflect on a truly magical 48-hour period as he made the long trip home to his Cambridge base...
In form Innes ready for Christmas racing
Riding four winners on a premier raceday, including two at Group level is cause to celebrate in any language and jockey Leith Innes wasn’t going...
Two Illicit caps magical day for James and Wellwood
Cambridge trainers Roger James and Robert Wellwood capped an already stellar day at Te Rapa on Saturday when Two Illicit strode clear of her rivals...
James and Wellwood to the fore at Te Rapa
Something about the start of summer brings the very best out of Concert Hall, who broke an 11-month win drought with a superb victory in...
James and Wellwood to rely on girl power
It will be something of a ‘girls day out’ for star members of the Roger James and Robert Wellwood stable on Saturday. The Cambridge training...
Showoroses upsets in Te Rapa feature
Underrated mare Showoroses made full use of an electric beginning from a wide barrier to lead her rivals a merry dance as she took out...
Supera surging towards finishing line
Ken and Bev Kelso would love nothing more than for classy mare Supera to sign off her career with a win. The Sir Peter Vela-bred...
Stars return for Baker and Forsman
Cambridge trainers Murray Baker and Andrew Forsman have welcomed back high-class trio The Chosen One, Aegon and Quick Thinker after their respective breaks following spring...
Ellerslie rivals to make way for Moana
Chad Ormsby has no doubt that promising filly Moana has returned from a spring spell a far superior version of her previous self. The Waikato...
The Real Beel upsets in Cal Isuzu Stakes
Underrated mare The Real Beel made a winning return from a disappointing Australian spring campaign when she stormed home to take out the Group 2...
Eulogy Stakes opens options for exciting filly Aalaalune
A switch in plans has led Group 1 performer Aalaalune to target Saturday’s Group 3 Lawnmaster Eulogy Stakes (1600m) at Awapuni to open up options...
Milestone stakes win awaits Bradley
Veteran jockey Darryl Bradley is looking forward to a gilt-edged opportunity to achieve two career goals at Te Rapa on Saturday. The 53-year-old, who these...
Luptons savour stakes successes
Matamata owners Mark and Cath Lupton are hoping their dream run will continue in Saturday’s Group 2 Cal Isuzu Stakes (1600m) at Te Rapa. The...