Tag: 'new plymouth'

Legacy continues for Reid’s family

Hi Yo Legacy is the latest success story for Kim Reid, with the five-year-old producing an impressive victory on debut at New Plymouth on Wednesday.

Oaks path tipped for Lecia Lucy

An Oaks path is being tipped for three-year-old filly Leica Lucy following her debut win over 1400m at New Plymouth on Wednesday.
One Bold Cat

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...

Moodley scores five timer at New Plymouth

Allan Sharrock and Triston Moodley proved to be an unstoppable force at New Plymouth on Thursday, with the pair combining to win the first five...

Tavistock mare ready to go out on a high

Well-related mare Dresse’ Par Joli will have her final opportunity to break her maiden on Wednesday before she heads off on a winter break.
Connello

Connello strikes winning form at New Plymouth

Connello produced a powerful home straight sprint in tricky conditions to capture her maiden victory when taking out the AB Electrical Ltd 2YO at New...
Orlov

Orlov enhances record with New Plymouth victory

Orlov made it consecutive victories and three wins in his last five starts when he dashed home near the fence to take out the feature...
Rocababy

Rocababy all the way at New Plymouth

An emphatic front-running win at New Plymouth on Saturday hinted at a lucrative winter campaign over the next few months for Rocababy.
Papa Surf debut

Speedy filly pleases trainer ahead of debut

New Plymouth two-year-old contender Pleasing has lived up to her name ahead of her debut on Saturday, when she steps out in the A B...

Haworth enjoying more relaxed racing approach

David Haworth has significantly reduced numbers at his Foxton operation in recent times but his eye for a winner is as keen as ever.

High-priced Karaka purchase set to make debut

High-priced Karaka purchase Mad Max is set to make his much-anticipated debut this week, but where is yet to be decided.

Trainer playing patient stakes game with mare

Chrissy Bambry is happy to bide her time before setting Flower Of Wanaka for another black-type target, after winning the Tauranga Classic first-up.

Helena Baby seeking Opunake Cup three-peat

Group One performer Helena Baby gets his chance to try and make it a hat-trick of wins in the Listed Opunake Cup at New Plymouth...

Mirabelli bringing a different kind of storm to Taranaki

Cambridge trainer Paul Mirabelli will head south to New Plymouth with a more welcoming storm on Saturday. His promising juvenile filly Firestorm will target the...

Henderson’s mare chasing Tarzino start

Carl Henderson is viewing a trip to New Plymouth on Saturday with stakes performer Jodelin Gal as a means to a Group One end. The...

Cork primed for New Plymouth

Promising Matamata mare Cork may be aimed at some ambitious spring targets if she can run well in Saturday’s ITM Interprovincial Championship (1600m) at New...

Spratt craving for injury-free season

Sam Spratt has already set a simple goal for the new racing season with a wish for a spring and summer of non-stop action. The...
Catalyst

Catalyst ready for juvenile winter features

Te Awamutu visitor Catalyst showed his true worth when he destroyed his two-year-old rivals in the first race at New Plymouth on Saturday. The Clayton...

Verry Flash set to continue winning run

Trainer Nick Bishara is hoping the good times roll on again this weekend when Verry Flash tackles the ITM Interprovincial Challenge (1600m) at New Plymouth...

Plucky mare comes up roses at Awapuni

A return to handicap conditions paved the way for progressive mare Rosewood to regain winning form when she took out the feature flat race at...
NZ Tips

Best New Zealand racing tips for Ellerslie and New Plymouth

MOST of the focus this weekend is on the fantastic racing action at Moonee Valley, Randwick and Caulfield, but New Zealand is hosting two premier...
Gordys Gesture

Gordy Gesture re-think could reap rewards

A RE-ASSESSMENT of Gordys Gesture’s new season plans could be rewarded in the best possible way for training pair Chris and Dick Bothwell. The Stratford...
Hoofaloof horse

Hoofaloof faces toughest test yet at New Plymouth

Unbeaten filly Hoofaloof will face the sternest test of her fledgling career at New Plymouth on Saturday. The daughter of Jimmy Choux has done everything...