WTR exploring Greenfield site options
The Waikato Thoroughbred Racing board has announced that members have agreed to undertake further work towards a single fit-for-purpose site for racing.
Tag: 'Te Rapa'
Smart win for progressive filly
Wexford Stables have unveiled a number of promising three-year-olds, and the latest to shed her maiden status was Smart Love, who won at Te Rapa...
Babylon Berlin on top at Te Rapa
Babylon Berlin successfully defended her crown in the Listed Legacy Lodge Sprint within a display of pure sprinting power at Te Rapa on Saturday.
Reputation kicks off new campaign in style
Reputation kicked off a new campaign at Te Rapa on Saturday in fine style when she produced a fighting front running effort to claim the...
La Dorada secures potential Karaka Million start
Royally bred filly La Dorada justified some inspired betting support when she proved too tough in the closing stages of the Hallmark Stud at Te...
Wexford bringing strong quartet to Legacy Lodge
Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott are not short of sprinting talent in their stable, with four runners set to contest the Listed Legacy Lodge Sprint...
Te Rapa abandoned following several horses slipping
The spate of bad luck with New Zealand tracks continued at Te Rapa on Monday, with the abandonment of racing at the Hamilton venue following...
So Naive out to continue purple patch of form
So Naive hasn’t put a foot wrong this campaign so far, and Bruce Wallace and Grant Cooksley are hoping his purple patch of form continues...
Captured By Love out for redemption in Sarten
The Hawke’s Bay Guineas was not an easy watch for the connections of Captured By Love, and Sam Bergerson is hoping some redemption can be...
Kitty Flash too quick in Te Rapa opener
Lightly raced three-year-old filly Kitty Flash showed her age group rivals a clean pair of heels as she dominated the opening event at Te Rapa...
Spencer claims first stakes victory
Spencer showed he could be just as effective on better going when he claimed a decisive victory in the Group 3 Spring Sprint (1400m) at...
Snazzytavi stuns in Livamol romp
Graham Richardson and Rogan Norvall have taken out the Group 1 Livamol Classic with Snazzytavi, who was given a great ride by Warren Kennedy at...
Wewillrock poised for success at Te Rapa
Well-performed short course specialist Wewillrock gets a gilt-edged opportunity to add to his record on Friday as the end of his campaign draws to a...
Gifted Snazzytavi out to boost Livamol prospects
Quality mare Snazzytavi can put herself in line for another trip away if she performs up to expectations at Te Rapa on Friday.
Bonny Lass returns a winner in Group 2 Foxbridge Plate
Bonny Lass kicked off her six-year-old season on a perfect note when she defeated a star-studded field in Saturday’s Group 2 Foxbridge Plate (1200m) at...
Surgenor set to chase Group 1 success with Whiskey ‘N’ Roses
Whiskey ‘N Roses showed he could be a contender for higher honours in the spring when he made it back-to-back victories with a gritty performance...
Shelley Wright kicks off season on winning note at Te Rapa
Shelley Wright was rapt to kick off her season on a winning note at Te Rapa on Saturday, courtesy of progressive stayer Endean Ace.
Spencer looking to continue upward trajectory at Te Rapa
Talented winter galloper Spencer will aim to continue on his upward trajectory at Te Rapa on Saturday for trainer Erin Hocquard.
Move To Strike impresses at Te Rapa trials
Trainers Mark Walker and Sam Bergerson are excited for what spring has instore with several of their stars stepping out at the Te Rapa trials...
Swindle spaces rivals at Te Rapa
Progressive mare Swindle had little favours at Te Rapa on Saturday, but that didn’t stop her from powering to victory for trainer Lauren Brennan.
Dusty Road keeps Tarzino Trophy dream alive
Dusty Road gave Graeme Cameron his first taste of Group One racing last year, and the Cambridge owner-trainer is keen to shoot for the stars...
Marsh looking to gain momentum ahead of new season
Stephen Marsh is hoping the final weekend of the 2023–24 season will give his stable some momentum to take into the new season.
Wexford Stables looking to round out season in style at Te Rapa
Lance O’Sullivan and Andrew Scott are hoping to bring 2023-24 to a close with more of the same with further success at Te Rapa on...
Helena Baby to begin path towards Great Northern Hurdles
Helena Baby has established himself as a serious horse to watch in the hurdling ranks this season and will start a path towards the Great...
Pacheco maintains unbeaten hurdle record at Te Rapa
Capable flat performer Pacheco continued to make a serious impression as a jumper in the TAB Hurdle (2800m) at Te Rapa on Saturday.