Memorable 2024 for Ormsby
Multi-talented horseman Chad Ormsby has had a year to remember with four black-type victories to his credit, including the Group 1 New Zealand Oaks.
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Home double for Ballymore Stables
Ballymore Stables had a pleasing day at their home track of Matamata, recording a winning double, with Joe Nishizuka riding his first winner for the...
Well-related colt weaves magic at Matamata
Exciting two-year-old Magice replicated the early feats of his Group 1-winning relative with an impressive maiden victory at Matamata on Wednesday.
Kennedy brings up 100 wins for the season
Premiership-leading jockey Warren Kennedy was the first to crack the 100-win mark for the season at Matamata on Friday when guiding Lightning Dream to victory.
Paddock pick coming up trumps
Promising youngster Renovations is further vindication of Cody Cole’s eye for young thoroughbred talent after her sixth-place finish in the Breeders' Stakes.
Snazzytavi primed for South Waikato Cup
Snazzytavi has seemingly flown through the grades this season, and the mare will prepare for another black-type target in Wednesday’s South Waikato Cup.
Jon Snow records first win as a sire
Group 1 winner Jon Snow got off the mark as a sire on Thursday when his son King Of The North took out the Farewell...
Savaglee springs Slipper surprise
Savaglee slipped under the radar in this season’s two-year-old crop, but that all changed with an upset victory in Saturday’s Group 3 Matamata Slipper (1200m).
Black type reward for Saint Alice in Kaimai Stakes
Underrated mare Saint Alice added valuable winning black type to her blossoming career record when she took out the Listed Kaimai Stakes in a blanket...
Te Akau aiming to capture local juvenile spoils
This Saturday’s juvenile features at Matamata are set to paint a clearer picture for upcoming Group 1 targets, and Sam Bergerson is hoping for a...
Patterson’s Taranaki operation flying high again
Robbie Patterson is enjoying another stellar season and is firmly on target to eclipse the heroics of his stable in the 2022/23 term.
Pike youngsters chasing Matamata Group 2 success
Two younger members of Tony Pike’s team will spearhead the stable’s representation at Matamata with higher honours beckoning the duo.
Manifique chasing black-type success
Manifique is already assured of a broodmare career, however, Peter Didham is keen to gain some black-type with her before she heads to the breeding...
Alabama Lass makes strong impression on debut
The Kelso's were relatively confident heading into Alabama Lass' raceday debut at Matamata on Wednesday, but she far exceeded those expectations.
Wayne Hillis pair set for home track test
Matamata trainer Wayne Hillis is looking forward to heading to his home track on Wednesday where he will be represented by a pair of runners.
Wiremu Pinn returns home to New Zealand
Wiremu Pinn will be a welcome addition to the New Zealand jockey ranks, with the talented hoop returning to his homeland after a stint riding...
Kelso’s set to unleash My Annie Belle
Regally-bred filly My Annie Belle is set to make her much anticipated debut at Matamata on Friday for trainers Bev & Ken Kelso.
Wexford Stables to continue hot form
Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott currently sit fourth on the NZ trainers’ premiership, and the pair can continue their form with a big team of...
A million reasons to stay in NZ
Glenn Old’s phone has been ringing red hot of late after Adam I Am’s impressive maiden victory at Matamata last month, but he will remain...
Moeraki makes pleasing homeland return
Group Three performer Moeraki made a pleasing return to his homeland on Tuesday when winning his 800m trial at Matamata.
Petrucci breaks maiden in style
Petrucci kicked off her campaign in stellar fashion at Matamata, her hometown track on Saturday afternoon with a smart win under Vinnie Colgan.
Golden Eagle next for Legarto
In a commanding performance in Saturday's Listed Matamata Cup (1600m), Legarto overcame last week's weather challenges and is now eyeing Sydney.
Aquacade set for spring campaign kick off
Classy mare Aquacade was dominant in staying company last season and commences an exciting spring campaign in a competitive Listed Matamata Cup (1600m).
Legarto poised to strike in Matamata Cup
Ken & Bev are drawing inspiration from Waverley Star as they ready their Group One-winning mare, Legarto, for the upcoming Listed Matamata Cup on Saturday.
La Crique’s last hurrah to NZ spring
Punters might get their last glimpse of La Crique racing during the fickle season in her homeland when she contests the Listed Matamata Cup (1600m)...