‘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...
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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.
Joanne Surgenor returns to Hastings with smart duo
Several years have passed since Joanne Surgenor last competed in a Hawke’s Bay Spring Carnival, but the trainer is heading back to Hastings on Saturday.
Wheeler’s Lord Donovan set for Hastings return
John Wheeler will mix flat and jumping assignments with his in-form stable this weekend, including the return of progressive galloper Lord Donovan at Hastings.
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.
Savaglee set for Guineas challenge
Some of the country’s most promising three-year-olds have taken out the Hawke’s Bay Guineas, and Pam Gerard is hoping Savaglee can join that esteemed group.
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.
Poetic Champion scintillating in three-year-old debut
Following his Sir Colin Meads Trophy win, Poetic Champion has sent a message that he will be a force to be reckoned with in three-year-old...
Crocetti all the rage ahead of Hastings Group 1
Superstar Kiwi Crocetti is marked a $2.10 favourite for Saturday's Group 1 Tarzino Trophy (1400) as he looks to continue a recent trend.
Archaic Smile ready for Hastings Group 3 assignment
Group One performer Archaic Smile has taken significant benefit from her first-up outing and another top showing is expected from the filly at Hastings.
Tarzino Trophy start dependant on weather for Mustang Valley
Andrew Forsman has an opposing view to most when considering whether to start Mustang Valley in Saturday’s Group 1 Tarzino Trophy (1400m).
Velocious poised to bounce back at Hastings
Stephen Marsh's star youngster Velocious will have the opportunity to redeem herself on a better surface at Hastings on Saturday.
Poetic Champion ready for three-year-old debut
Cambridge trainer Tony Pike believes his multiple black-type performer Poetic Champion is ready to kick off his three-year-old season at Hastings next weekend.
Johnson embracing training challenge
Caitlin Johnson has embraced the opportunity and the Hastings trainer is hopeful for a strong showing at their local meeting on Thursday.
Collett looking forward to debut of promising juvenile
Matamata trainer Jim Collett is looking forward to heading south to Hastings on Thursday where promising juvenile Basel Warrior will make his debut.
Stablemates in good form for Hastings
Any success that comes Old’s way at Hastings will serve as a welcome boost after confirmation the brief but exciting career of Adam I Am...
Grove Street gets Ferrando off the mark
First-season sire Ferrando was credited with his first winner when Grove Street led all the way for an upset victory in Saturday’s Sign Central 2YO...
Wessex shows her class at Hastings
Andrew Forsman had just Wessex engaged at Hastings on Saturday, and that was all he needed to collect the major spoils in the feature flat...
Aljay brings up century for Sutherland
Apprentice jockey Lily Sutherland brought up the 100th win of her career with a well-timed finish on Aljay in Saturday’s Beard Brothers Handicap at Hastings.
Sharrock eyes another Opunake Cup with Justaskme
Justaskme is already a two-time winner of the Opunake Cup, and Allan Sharrock is using the Valley D’Vine Restaurant Handicap as a warm-up for the...
Phelan to feature prominently at Te Rapa & Hastings
Shaun Phelan is set to be represented by leading contenders at both New Zealand race meetings on Saturday, despite the likely scratching of Enchanted Elle.
Dictation helps Nelson & McDougal to further Hastings success
Promising local jumper Dictation helped trainers Paul Nelson and Corrina McDougal continue their stellar record at the annual Hawke’s Bay Hunt meeting.
Spencer continues winning form at Hastings
Trainer Erin Hocquard and her rising star Spencer were feeling satisfied about a job well done at Hastings on Saturday afternoon.
Spencer out to continue winning stretch
Talented winter galloper Spencer will be chasing his third win in succession on Saturday afternoon at Hastings for Erin Hocquard.
Torque Time set for Hawke’s Bay Steeplechase tilt
A year after winning a maiden steeplechase on the biggest jumping day on the Hawke’s Bay calendar, Torque Time will head back to Hastings on...