Third Decree well-placed in Breeders’ Stakes
Michael and Matthew Pitman have high hopes that Third Decree can go to the next level in the Group 3 Canterbury Breeders’ Stakes on her...
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Jon Ol Rocco impresses in New Zealand Cup trial
Andrew Carston was both relieved and excited for the rest of the spring after Jon Ol Rocco returned to winning form in Saturday’s New Zealand...
Zoulander heads Pitman winning quartet at Riccarton
Michael and Matthew Pitman’s outstanding carnival continued on Saturday at Riccarton Park, with Zoulander pulling off a tough victory in the Open Sprint.
Green Luck causes upset in Canterbury Gold Cup
Well-travelled veteran Green Luck delivered a career highlight for Timaru trainer Stephanie Faulkner when claiming Saturday's Group 3 Canterbury Gold Cup.
Kylie Williams to mark Ellerslie debut with Auckland Cup ride
A difficult search for a lightweight jockey for Waisake in Saturday’s Group 2 Auckland Cup (3200m) led Allan Sharrock to look to the south.
The Grey Goose claims Wingatui riches
A powerful sprint finish has taken progressive South Island galloper The Grey Goose to an emphatic victory in the ODT Southern Mile Final (1600m) at...
Aberlour a class above in Southland Guineas
Emerging talent Aberlour extended her winning sequence to three and completed a southern Guineas double in Saturday’s Listed Southland Guineas.
Regal Dice caps massive week for Patterson
Regal Dice capped a dream first week of 2024 for trainer Robbie Patterson with her victory in the iconic $40,000 Kumara Gold Nuggets
Kai salutes in Wingatui features
Pint-sized mare Kai showed her undoubted ability on wet and loose footing when she stormed home to claim the Listed Hazlett Stakes (1200m).
Guineas hopeful Radiant Reach signals intent at Gore
Riverton trainer Kelvin Tyler revealed another potential hope for the Group 1 New Zealand 1000 Guineas (1600m) at Gore on Sunday.
Williams hoping winning roll continues at Riverton
In-form jockey Kylie Williams believes a pair of last-start winners represents her best chances of success at the Riverton fixture on Wednesday.
Team Tyler take Warstep Stakes with She’s A Con
Last start winner She’s A Con proved her maiden victory at Riverton was no fluke when she stepped up her game to claim the Listed...
Elsie May out to cause Guineas upset
Success in Saturday’s Listed Gore Guineas (1335m) for Elsie May might save Wingatui trainer Shane Anderton from unwelcome jibes from his in-laws. That’s the quip...
Bargain buy Original Gangster primed for Amberley Cup
Lyn Prendergast still can’t believe the bargain she got when she outlaid NZD$4000 for two-race winner Original Gangster on gavelhouse.com. The West Melton trainer bought...
Williams glad to tick off another milestone
Popular Christchurch jockey Kylie Williams has her sights set on her next milestone after a triumphant double at Wingatui last Saturday brought up her 800th...
Humbucker humming ahead of Tapanui Cup
Former northerner Humbucker has thrived since joining Ellis Winsloe’s Gore barn a few months ago. The five-year-old gelding has won two of his three southern...
Art De Triomphe caps magical hour for Go Racing syndicates
Albert Bosma’s Go Racing syndicates enjoyed one of their finest hours on Saturday when they celebrated three separate victories including two at stakes level in...
Williams set for dual role at Riccarton
Leading South Island jockey Kylie Williams will don two hats at Riccarton on Saturday. While set to ride a quality book at the Christchurch meeting,...
First Southern Hemisphere winner for Vadamos
Promising two-year-old filly Art De Triomphe registered the first southern hemisphere winner for Rich Hill Stud stallion Vadamos when she prevailed in a three-way battle...
Southern raider hits Manawatu Classic
Riccarton trainer Andrew Carston is hopeful his improving three-year-old Milford Sound will be up to the task of taking on the North Island classic generation...
Vale Michael Daly
Popular South Canterbury horseman Michael Daly passed away on Friday afternoon just minutes before quality sprinter Don Carlo tried to provide his former mentor with...
Racing loses a gifted horseman
The New Zealand racing industry awoke on Monday morning to the news of the death overnight of popular Canterbury trainer Tony Prendergast, aged 84. Prendergast,...
Miss Federer too speedy in Wingatui feature
Classy three-year-old Miss Federer left no excuses for her age-group rivals when she led all the way to take out the Listed NZB Airfreight Stakes...
Lightning strikes in Southland Guineas
Promising three-year-old Lightning Jack made it back-to-back victories at stakes level when he produced a gritty effort to take out the Listed ILT Ascot Park...
Carston brings up century
Andrew Carston recorded the 100th training win of his career on Thursday as part of a treble at Ashburton. The Riccarton conditioner is in his...