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Race 2 @ 5.28pm - #4 Joes RockA bit of tightening saw her have an uncharacteristic gallop last week. It's a very handy field, but I do think the mile will suit. Keep her safe.Race 9 @ 8.55pm - #5 JolimontI was really happy with the way he got home in the Messenger and his closing sectionals confirmed my thoughts. If he can navigate the stand safely, he'll run a tidy race.Race 11 @ 9.59pm - #5 Little Spike & #6 The SurferLittle Spike had to do it the hard way last week but...

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Race 1 @ 4.10pm - #5 Ragnar LothbrokHe has a great record on the course. The draw is a bit tricky, but on paper he still looks a handy each way chance.Race 4 @ 5.39pm - #9 Rough And Ready A 20 metre handicap over a sprint is a tough ask. Having said that, he loves going to Manawatu and taking home the Cups. I'm sure he'll be right amongst it.Race 8 @ 7.33pm - #2 Skys LegacyHe was off colour following his last start but is back on track now. It's a small field and he has ...

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Race 1 @ 4.10pm - #5 Ragnar LothbrokHe has a great record on the course. The draw is a bit tricky, but on paper he still looks a handy each way chance.Race 4 @ 5.39pm - #9 Rough And Ready A 20 metre handicap over a sprint is a tough ask. Having said that, he loves going to Manawatu and taking home the Cups. I'm sure he'll be right amongst it.Race 8 @ 7.33pm - #2 Skys LegacyHe was off colour following his last start but is back on track now. It's a small field and he has ...

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Race 1 @ 5.14pm - #3 Joes Rock & #8 The SurferOur first runner Joes Rock has the draw in her favour. If she hits the line like she did last start she'll be right amongst.The Surfer has the outside barrier to overcome so will have to do a bit of work at some point. On exposed form he looks one of the key runners.Race 9 @ 9.21pm - #4 Little Spike & #5 JolimontLittle Spike wasn't disgraced in the Taylor Mile. It's a great line up, but with a cosy trip I'd ...

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Race 2 @ 6.18pm - #1 QuicksilvaHe would have gained plenty from his first race day outing. It'll be tough against one win trotters, but if he gets around safely I'll be very happy....

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Race 7 @ 7.21pm - #8 Joes RockThe outside marble over a sprint trip looks tough. Having said that, she has the best mile rate in the field. If she's saved for a sit, I'm sure we'll see her getting home late....

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Race 8 @ 8.24pm - #1 Jolimont & #4 Little SpikeI'm very happy with the way Jolimont has been working. He's come up with the plum draw, and over a mile we need to take advantage of it. I'm expecting a forward showing.Little Spike doesn't deserve to be the rank outsider. He's a speed horse so I believe a quick mile will suit. Look for him to be getting home late.Race 9 @ 8.52pm - #3 QuicksilvaHe's making his debut for his big group of owners. Being a baby trotter our m...

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Race 6 @ 5.33pm - #2 Beta PrepareHe was good last start without a lot of luck. It's a very even field but from his handy draw he looks a top four chance....

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Race 8 @ 8.19pm - #9 The Surfer & #10 Rough And ReadyThe Surfer was very good last start and meets a similar line up with the exception of We Walk By Faith. He gets a 15 metre head start so let's hope that makes the difference. On paper he's a nice each way chance.Nothing went the way of Rough And Ready last week so we'll be looking for luck. Fingers crossed he gets a drag into it and we see him finishing the race off....

Lexi and her "spicy pony"

https://www.hrnz.co.nz/news/lexi-and-her-spicy-pony/ ...

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Race 4 @ 5.44pm - #5 Final Change, #6 Le Major & #8 Joes RockI thought Final Change hit the line well when he ended up less than 2.5 lengths off them at the finish. It's another tricky draw but he's one for value.I was initially disappointed with Le Major, but maybe he's not a horse who can sit parked. We'll drive him for one run tomorrow and see what transpires.Joes Rock is still looking for clear air and unfortunately she's drawn the same alley tomorrow. It all hin...

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Race 4 @ 6.43pm - #11 Skys LegacyI was very happy with his first start back last week. He has a second row draw and a big field to overcome, but I wouldn't count him out. He's well over the odds.Race 6 @ 7.37pm - #6 The Surfer & #12 Rough And ReadyThe Surfer was very good a fortnight ago and gets in well. He looks one of the leading contenders.Rough And Ready is racing great. While it'll be hard off 20 metres over the sprint, I'm sure he'll go an honest race.Race 7 @...

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Race 3 @ 5.49pm - #1 Ragnar LothbrokEscaping Auckland company and a good draw, gives him his chance to shine.Race 5 @ 6.44pm - #9 Cheer Me OnShe's definitely racing below her best. We'll be looking for all the shortcuts and an improved showing....

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Race 4 @ 7.00pm - #4 Le MajorI was disappointed with his run a fortnight ago however, he still cut out a very good last 800. It's a handy field but with his best form he's a top three hope.Race 7 @ 8.29pm - #2 Little Spike, #4 Kango & #7 JolimontLittle Spike was super stepping up to open company last week. He's drawn to get a nice trip, so I'd expect him to run a tidy race.Kango had a tough trip first up but still stuck on bravely. I think he's well over the odds at $9.00...

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Race 2 @ 6.03pm - #5 Ragnar Lothbrok & #9 Skys LegacyWe start with Ragnar Lothbrok whose sectionals were very good last week. Again, it's a niggly draw so we'll have to see what happens early. With luck, he can feature. Our second runner Skys Legacy is fresh on a new campaign. He's had two quiet workouts and progressed nicely with each. Hopefully he finds some luck from one on the second row.Race 4 @ 7.02pm - #2 Joes Rock & #3 The SurferJoes Rock h...

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Race 5 @ 6.50pm - #9 Rough And ReadyHe'd have to be crowned the King of Manawatu now. While he goes back another 10 metres, the extra distance will help. Tactics will play a part but once again he won't let us down.Race 7 @ 7.39pm - #4 Final ChangeHe's really come into his own with a few trips away. He was super the first night, and there's no reason he can't offer a bold showing again....

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Race 4 @ 5.43pm - #2 Final ChangeHe's racing great, and has a strong record at Manawatu. From his handy draw he looks a cracking each way chance.Race 5 @ 6.10pm - #9 Rough And ReadyHis Manawatu stats tell the story - 11 starts for 4 wins and 6 placings. It'll be hard off 20 metres over the sprint trip, but I'm sure he'll be there when it counts....

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Race 2 @ 6.09pm - #6 Ragnar LothbrokHis first start back in a while was very pleasing. He comes in a few spots after a couple of scratchings which will help. He looks a handy each way chance.Race 5 @ 7.38pm - #5 Le MajorHe hit the line super a fortnight ago and his sectionals backed that up. It's a terrific field, but he's as good as I've had him in a long time. Cover him in your quinella/trifecta....

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Race 4 @ 4.44pm - #5 Beta Prepare He stuck to the task gamely after a late burn on Sunday. We'll look to get him handier to the pace, which makes him a great each way show.Race 5 @ 5.09pm - #8 Cheer Me OnDay 1 wasn't run to suit her as they just sprinted a half. Having said that, she fought hard up the straight. It's a niggly draw, but lets hope she finds some luck.Race 6 @ 5.34pm - #5 Final ChangeI really like the way he won on day 1. I'm not expecting the rise in grade...

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Race 2 @ 5.54pm - #1 Cheer Me OnWe identified a problem following her below par performances at Hawera, but she's back on track now. She has a perfect draw, so looks a top three hope.Race 4 @ 6.49pm - #4 Beta PrepareHe's racing super. With complete manners he's a great each way chance.Race 7 @ 8.19pm - #5 Final ChangeA couple of rough strides cost him the win last start. Look for him to make amends....

Christchurch - Lot 144 - $32,500

View PedigreeThis lovely trotting breed colt is by US sire On A Streak who was a standout 2 year old. His dam won nine and placed at Group level....

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Race 4 @ 6.54pm - #9 Ragnar LothbrokHe's back at the racetrack following a bold workout. A lot will depend on what happens from the draw, but with luck he's a very handy chance.Race 5 @ #7 Rough And Ready & #8 Le MajorFirst up we have Rough And Ready.  He'll have to go back early so it'll make it hard. Having said this, he'll still give a good account of himself.Le Major didn't back up the second day at Hawera so we've freshed him up. He's another with a sticky draw,...

Christchurch - Lot 191 - $40,000

View PedigreeA lovely athletic colt by champion sire Bettor's Delight out of the five race winner Paddy Brown....

Karaka - Lot 43 - $40,000

View PedigreeThere's plenty to like about him being by up and coming sire Downbytheseaside out of six race winner Pepper Potts. ...

Karaka - Lot 95 - $47,500

View PedigreeA striking individual by champion racehorse Lazarus out of a four win mare....