Babylon Berlin outguns quality Group 3 field
Babylon Berlin led her rivals a merry dash when she outgunned a small but quality field in the Group 3 Concorde Stakes (1200m) at Ellerslie...
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Wingman hands Luke Currie first NZ triumph
Visiting Australian jockey Luke Currie made his New Zealand debut a winning one with a last-to-first performance on Wingman at Trentham.
Pearl Of Alsace looking to end racing career on Group 1 high
Shaune Ritchie and Colm Murray hope a return to Pearl of Alsace's favourite track might allow her to cap her CV with a Group One...
Luke Currie travels to New Zealand for Group 1 tilt
Leading Australian jockey Luke Currie will make his first appearance in New Zealand with seven rides on Saturday’s Group One card at Trentham.
Wexford’s roll continues with Cheaha
Impressive debutant Cheaha was the latest of Wexford Stables’ three-year-olds to step into the winner’s circle at Arawa Park on Wednesday.
Cat ready for bold play in Mufhasa Classic
Robbie Patterson is confident One Bold Cat can be a major player this weekend in his pursuit for another top-flight title.
3YO in mix for feature Group 1 sprint test
A crack at a major summer sprinting prize against the older horses hasn’t been ruled out for quality three-year-old Poetic Champion.
La Crique chasing Group 1 glory at Trentham
La Crique hasn’t returned to Trentham since she won the Group 3 Desert Gold Stakes (1600m), but will line up in Saturday’s Group 1 TAB...
Babylon Berlin set for Ellerslie Group 3 tilt
Well-performed speed merchant Babylon Berlin will strip a fitter mare for Saturday’s Group 3 Concorde Stakes assignment at Ellerslie.
Hunter Durrant named as new Te Akau assistant trainer
Hunter Durrant has been rewarded for his commitment to Te Akau Racing’s Riccarton barn with promotion to assistant trainer for the trans-Tasman operation.
Derby prospect Bourbon Proof set for unlikely Ellerslie challenge
The best will be seen of promising colt Bourbon Proof when he transitions to middle distance racing, but Stephen Marsh is confident he can strike...
Midnight Blue set to chase NZ feature success
Midnight Blue has proven to be an astute purchase by Te Akau Racing and the eight-year-old gelding is looking to continue to prove his worth...
Tuxedo all class in Wellington Stakes
The Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray-trained Tuxedo stamped himself as an early New Zealand Derby prospect when winning the Group 3 Wellington Stakes (1600m).
Idyllic proves too slick in Levin Stakes
Jockey Kate Hercock has steered Idyllic to an emotion-charged victory in Thursday's Listed Levin Stakes (1200m) at Otaki.
Skew Wiff to chase summer riches
Group 1 winner Skew Wiff is set to avoid the breeding barn for the time being, with connections opting to chase Group 1 glory over...
Drop Of Something set for Wanganui Cup assignment
Wanganui is becoming a happy stomping ground for Matamata raider Drop Of Something and Wayne Hills is hoping that continues in the Wanganui Cup.
Wolfgang to chase Ellerslie feature success
Trainers Peter and Shaun McKay are pressing on with their Group Three performer Wolfgang following his disappointing showing at Pukekohe on Saturday.
La Crique produces stunning finish to claim Pukekohe Group 2
La Crique sprouted wings in the Pukekohe straight on Saturday to come from a near-hopeless position and win the Group 2 Auckland Thoroughbred Breeders’ Stakes.
Nereus returns to winning ways in dramatic Counties Cup
Promising stayer Nereus put his current campaign back on track when he captured an action-packed Group 3 Counties Cup (2100m) on Saturday.
Luberon claims Group 3 Counties Bowl
Quality mare Luberon put a classy field of sprinters to the sword at Pukekohe on Saturday in the Group 3 Counties Bowl (1100m).
Return To Conquer lives up to expectations on debut
Return To Conquer headed into his raceday debut in Saturday’s Listed Counties Challenge Stakes (1100m) with plenty of hype and delivered in spades.
Footes shoot for three black-type prizes at Pukekohe
Pukekohe Park will host four feature races as part of its biggest meeting of the year on Saturday, and Ben and Ryan Foote will have...
Sacred Satono back to defend Counties crown
Sacred Satono will make his fourth appearance at the Counties Cup Day meeting when he defends his title in the Group 3 Counties Bowl at...
Snitzel colts give Te Akau quality 2YO hand
Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson are confident they have the young firepower to make an early impression in the first of the black type features...
Noble tasked with continuing Cambridge Stud’s hot spring
Lance Noble will attempt to add to a strong run of form for Cambridge Stud when he sends out five runners in Brendan and Jo...