Te Rapa

9th Aug

Te Rapa [9th Aug 01:52]

	Win	Place
Jethro TullVinnie Colgan - Brent Gillovic75032	14/5	4/5
Recent form sound. Comes off a 35 day let-up. At the latest run raced on speed throughout when 2nd of 11 at this track on July 5 over 1400m, on a wet track, 1.75 len behind Family Folks with 57.5kg at $4.40. The run before that tried to lead throughout but was claimed late 3rd of 15 at this track on June 14 over 1300m, in the wet, 0.8 len behind Lotus with 56kg at $8.80. Can improve again. Has ability and should run well.
StewartMaria Sanson - Gavin Sharrock55212	16/5	17/20
Recent form sound. At the latest run 2nd of 9 at Otaki on July 26 over 1200m, on heavy track, 2.5 len behind Tolstoy carrying 57kg at $2.40. The start before that scored a big 6 len win at Hawera July 15 over 1200m in heavy going defeating Classy Brahma carrying 56.5kg at $2.30. Racing well and looks a key chance.
Fat CatCraig Grylls - Andrew Forsman547x1	4/1	21/20
Second run back. First-up after seven months favourite, scored a big 6 len win at Waverley July 25 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating Marge carrying 55.5kg at $1.40. Previously second-up 4th of 8 at Ellerslie on December 26 over 1100m, slow going 3 len behind Remala carrying 56kg at $5.40. No reason he cannot keep the ball rolling.
EligiusMichael Mcnab - Mark Forbes21	11/1	5/2
Raced two times to date. At debut, made some head-way from midfield, 2nd of 12 at Te Aroha on June 22 over 1150m, on rain affected going, 0.8 len behind Bernie's Ego carrying 56.5kg at $7.10. Second-up favourite, won by 2 len at Tauranga July 6 over 1200m in heavy going defeating Heavy Is The Crown carrying 58.5kg at $1.90. Impressive of late. Sure to go close.
Bold ChoiceSamantha Collett - Graeme & Debbie Rogerson44036	12/1	13/5
Returns from a 52-day let-up. At the latest run 6th of 12 at Cambridge Synthetic on June 18 over 1550m, 4.5 len behind Hot Line Bling with 58kg at $8.50. The race before that 3rd of 9 at Awapuni Synthetic on June 8 over 1400m, 5 len behind Colonel Warden carrying 58kg at $5.70. Nicely placed and is worth including.
DiggerLynsey Satherley - Darrell Hollinshead95720	14/1	3/1
Dual acceptor. At the latest run struggled in the run home, ran last of 10 at this track on July 26 over 1300m, on rain affected going, 12 len behind Force Of Nature with 54kg at $13.90. The race before that held ground to the line 2nd of 7 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, on heavy track, head behind Girls Light Up with 52kg at $8.80. Has ability and is a definite top-three hope.
WinexpressJack Taplin - Shaun & Emma Clotworthy9839x	14/1	3/1
Gelding back from a spell of eight months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last preparation ninth of 13 at this track December 21 over 1200m, soft track, 12 len behind Egyptian Queen carrying 57.5kg at $19. First up last campaign seventh of 12 at Arawa Park April 17 2024 over 1230m, soft track, 6 len behind Opaea Joe carrying 60kg at $12.90. Expecting a strong run fresh.
Ridgeview VickyMatthew Cameron - Gavin Opie12666	20/1	4/1
At the latest run 6th of 10 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, in the wet, 5 len behind Ocean Road with 56.5kg at $9.20. The run before that 6th of 11 at this track on July 5 over 1400m, in the wet, 4.5 len behind Family Folks with 57kg at $16. Others rate better.
All Shook UpSienna Brown - Stephen Ralph5709x	30/1	13/2
Resuming after a break of four-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation second last of 10 at Ellerslie April 5 over 2200m, soft track, 8 len behind Gillian carrying 57kg at $18.20. Previously first up, fourth of 8 at this track November 9 over 1400m, 2 len behind Force Of Nature with 58kg at $8. Will need this run.

Te Rapa [9th Aug 02:24]

	Win	Place
Indian GoldMichael Mcnab - Allan Sharrock27x23	11/5	4/5
Third-up today. Resuming came from the tail of the field 2nd of 15 at this track on June 14 over 1300m, on a wet track, 0.5 len behind Lotus carrying 55kg at $28.40. Second-up 3rd of 14 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on a wet track, 0.9 len behind Elle McFab with 56kg at $4.30. Racing well. Racing well and looks perfectly placed to take this out.
TalentosoOpie Bosson - Shelley Hale0x356	15/2	11/5
At the latest run 6th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, in the wet, 4 len behind Elle McFab carrying 59kg at $6.50. Before that 5th of 10 at Ruakaka on July 12 over 1600m, on heavy track, 4.5 len behind Nancy She Wrote carrying 54kg at $9.90. Hard to beat on his best form.
Eagle RockLynsey Satherley - Kylie Little2213	15/2	11/5
Form hard to fault. At the latest run raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 9 at this track on July 26 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 8 len behind Ortega carrying 57kg at $5.70. Before that won by 0.8 len at this track May 31 over 1600m in heavy going defeating Bradley carrying 57.5kg at $3.40. Likely to feature.
JaffiraJim Chung - Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott03325	8/1	9/4
At the latest run 5th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, in the wet, 3.5 len behind Elle McFab with 56kg at $7.60. Before that ran on from midfield, 2nd of 10 at New Plymouth Raceway on July 19 over 1600m, on a wet track, 8 len behind Zanzibar carrying 58kg at $5.80. Nicely placed and is expected to be in the finish.
Chasing WarriorJack Taplin - Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley30231	8/1	9/4
Racing well recently. Last start favourite, scored a big 4 len win at Avondale July 16 over 1400m in the wet defeating Akimoto carrying 54.5kg at $2.30. Before that set the pace for much of the race 3rd of 10 at Pukekohe on June 25 over 1400m, in the wet, 2.75 len behind Graces Gift carrying 57.5kg at $4.10. Has found form and should be in the mix.
Te Atatu DreamCraig Grylls - Lance O'sullivan & Andrew Scott32002	8/1	9/4
At the latest run came from midfield, 2nd of 14 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, in the wet, 0.8 len behind Elle McFab with 53kg at $8.90. The start before that ran last of 11 at this track on July 5 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 24 len behind Family Folks carrying 55kg at $9.70. One of the chances.
Saint BrigidMatthew Cameron - Stephen Autridgex6534	10/1	5/2
Racing well recently. At the latest run 4th of 13 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 1400m, on a wet track, 2.75 len behind Brian Lamont with 58kg at $3.90. Before that 3rd of 13 at Avondale on July 16 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 0.5 len behind Hakata Bay carrying 58kg at $5.60. In the right race this time and shouldn’t be far away.
Jamaica FarewellUnknown Jockey 16 - Carl Hendersonx1256	11/1	27/10
At the latest run 6th of 10 at New Plymouth Raceway on July 19 over 1600m, on a wet track, 12 len behind Zanzibar with 57.5kg at $8.70. The run before that 5th of 13 at Ruakaka on June 28 over 1600m, slow going 0.9 len behind Reinstatement with 55.5kg at $16.40. Can feature in the finish.
Hakata BayJoe Doyle - Margaret Falconer106x1	12/1	29/10
Second-up. First-up after five months won by a neck at Avondale July 16 over 1400m in the wet defeating Blondie carrying 60kg at $33.50. Previously second-up 10th of 12 at New Plymouth Raceway on October 25 over 1600m, slow going 10 len behind Privy Garden carrying 58.5kg at $18.40. Back in fine order and will be tough to beat.
Phantom DragonMasahiro Hashizume - Pam Gerard46030	12/1	29/10
Returns from a 45-day let-up. Last start 12th of 14 at Pukekohe on June 25 over 1600m, on rain affected going, 19 len behind Bassoroc carrying 58kg at $4.90. The race before that came from midfield, 3rd of 14 at this track on May 31 over 1600m, on a wet track, 0.6 len behind Monday Melody with 53.5kg at $14.40. Better than last start so he deserves another chance.
Graces GiftMaria Sanson - Debbie Sweeney99413	15/1	17/5
Racing well recently. Last start 3rd of 10 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, on heavy track, 3 len behind Ocean Road with 52.5kg at $17.90. The start before that won by 1.3 len at Pukekohe June 25 over 1400m in heavy going defeating Moelle with 52.5kg at $11.60. Looks a strong top-three prospect.
TakeachanceGareth Lahoud - Tracy Lomas64100	25/1	13/2
At the latest run eased back early on 11th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on a wet track, 8 len behind Elle McFab with 56.5kg at $54.60. The start before that raced on the speed throughout before fading second last of 12 at Avondale on July 16 over 1600m, on a wet track, 17 len behind White Mask carrying 56.5kg at $13.70. Struggling a bit and will need to improve sharply.
JoejoecciniMatt Cartwright - Sam Mynott001x7	30/1	8/1
Second-up. First-up after eight months raced behind the speed prior to fading 7th of 10 at New Plymouth Raceway on July 19 over 1600m, in the wet, 14 len behind Zanzibar carrying 55.5kg at $9.80. Previously second-up 10th of 14 at Te Aroha on November 12 over 1400m, on a slow track, 9 len behind Ocean Miss with 58.5kg at $86. Fitter and is among the chances.
ManawaFrankie Barrett - John Bell698x0	40/1	10/1
Second run back. First-up after two months ran last of 11 at Cambridge Synthetic on July 23 over 2000m, 9 len behind Penurious with 54kg at $16.90. Previously second-up second last of 12 at Taupo on February 26 over 1400m, 37 len behind Lady Of Court carrying 58.5kg at $30.80. Happy to risk here on what he's shown lately.
King's MountSienna Brown - Allan Smith0x050	60/1	15/1
Last start second last of 13 at Avondale on July 16 over 1400m, on heavy track, 19 len behind Hakata Bay carrying 55kg at $19.30. The start before that 5th of 8 at Arawa Park on July 2 over 1560m, in the wet, 8 len behind Jack In The Box carrying 55kg at $12.70. Out of his depth.
RuachJasmine Fawcett - Antony Fuller36525	0/0	—
At the latest run 5th of 7 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 1.5 len behind Girls Light Up carrying 55.5kg at $8.70. The start before that held ground to the line 2nd of 9 at Tauranga on July 6 over 1600m, on heavy track, nose behind Rosetown Princess carrying 56kg at $6.20. Worth considering based on the latest effort.

Te Rapa [9th Aug 02:59]

	Win	Place
MobilizedMasahiro Hashizume - Shaun & Emma Clotworthy443	16/5	1/1
Recent form sound. Last start made some head-way from midfield, 3rd of 14 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 2200m, in the wet, 2.5 len behind Zolzaya with 58.5kg at $8.40. Before that 4th of 9 at Avondale on July 16 over 1600m, on rain affected going, 3 len behind Gina Rosa with 56.5kg at $10.40. Good run last time and can get off the mark here.
PlayinasandpitElen Nicholas - Shaun Phelan37	5/1	29/20
Raced twice to date. At debut, ran on strongly from last on the turn, 3rd of 8 at Tauranga on July 6 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 0.5 len behind Vickezzlastcall carrying 55.5kg at $7.50. Second-up 7th of 11 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on rain affected going, 4 len behind Rio Grande with 55.5kg at $5.40. Among the chances.
BaxterLiam Kauri - David Wilsonx7624	13/2	2/1
Recent form sound. Most recently 4th of 14 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 2200m, on rain affected going, 3 len behind Zolzaya carrying 56.5kg at $4.10. The run before that raced on the pace when 2nd of 10 at Tauranga on July 6 over 2100m, on a wet track, head behind Kenny carrying 54.5kg at $12.90. Rates highly. Can atone.
The KehuaLynsey Satherley - Caroline Pomare00353	13/2	2/1
At the latest run ran on from midfield, 3rd of 11 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on heavy track, neck behind Rio Grande with 57.5kg at $18.40. The run before that 5th of 11 at Avondale on July 16 over 1600m, in the wet, 8 len behind King William with 58.5kg at $5.10. Can continue the positive form trend.
ArturaOpie Bosson - Tony Pike893	13/2	2/1
At the latest run 3rd of 8 at Cambridge Synthetic on July 30 over 2000m, 2 len behind Orange River with 52.5kg at $7.10. The start before that 9th of 13 at Ruakaka on July 12 over 1600m, on a wet track, 17 len behind Ascension carrying 54.5kg at $35.20. Has upside and expected to run very well.
NigelnomatesSarah O'Malley - Jo Rathbone207x6	8/1	9/4
Second-up. First-up after a year 6th of 11 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on heavy track, 3 len behind Rio Grande carrying 58.5kg at $11.20. Previously second-up 2nd of 14 at Otaki on June 28 2024 over 1600m, on a wet track, 1.5 len behind Lovehelen with 57.5kg at $14.20. Sure to be thereabouts.
RemoteCraig Grylls - Shane Crawford85	12/1	29/10
Third race start today. At debut, ran last of 8 at Tauranga on July 6 over 1400m, on a wet track, 5.5 len behind Vickezzlastcall with 57.5kg at $19. Last start 5th of 11 at Waverley on July 25 over 1650m, on rain affected going, 2.75 len behind Small Town Girl carrying 57.5kg at $22.30. Likely to measure up again with a repeat performance.
VougeotMatthew Cameron - Pam Gerard4	14/1	16/5
At debut, sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 11 at Avondale on July 16 over 1600m, on heavy track, 7 len behind King William with 57.5kg at $10.40. Well placed this line-up and should feature.
GoosebumpsJoe Doyle - Barry Donoghue76	14/1	16/5
Raced twice to date. At big odds at debut, 7th of 11 at Avondale on July 16 over 1600m, on rain affected going, 12 len behind King William with 58.5kg at $32.40. Second-up 6th of 12 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 3100m, on heavy track, 7 len behind Roc Up Ralph carrying 67kg at $29.90. Doesn't appeal this time.
KhandoSamantha Collett - Pam Gerard47x74	15/1	17/5
Third-up today. First-up 7th of 12 at Arawa Park on July 2 over 1400m, on a wet track, 10 len behind Mitonic carrying 56.5kg at $16. Last start 4th of 8 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1560m, on a wet track, 4 len behind Pure Gold with 56.5kg at $9.30. Best form stacks up nicely so worth another chance.
Stylish InvasionMatt Cartwright - Graeme Hughes65476	16/1	7/2
Last start 6th of 14 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 2200m, in the wet, 6 len behind Zolzaya with 54.5kg at $15.60. The race before that 7th of 10 at Tauranga on July 6 over 2100m, on rain affected going, 27 len behind Slick Chick carrying 54.5kg at $4. Worth following up.
JankaVinnie Colgan - Shelley Wright00269	33/1	17/2
Last start 9th of 14 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 2200m, in the wet, 12 len behind Zolzaya carrying 58.5kg at $25.60. The race before that 6th of 10 at Avondale on July 16 over 2100m, on heavy track, 7 len behind Ghibbo carrying 68.5kg at $8.70. Can sneak into the finish.
Ferdie's SecretBailey Rogerson - Graeme & Debbie Rogersonx7986	50/1	12/1
Most recently 6th of 8 at Cambridge Synthetic on July 30 over 2000m, 5.5 len behind Orange River carrying 55.5kg at $31.20. The start before that 8th of 10 at Tauranga on July 6 over 2100m, on a wet track, 32 len behind Kenny carrying 56.5kg at $87.30. Hard to have.
TaleaUnknown Jockey 12 - Shane Crawford8738	0/0	—
At the latest run second last of 9 at Waverley on July 25 over 2200m, in the wet, 9 len behind Stella Success carrying 55.5kg at $6.30. The run before that made ground from midfield, 3rd of 10 at Tauranga on July 6 over 2100m, on rain affected going, 2.25 len behind Slick Chick carrying 55.5kg at $6. Came from a wide gate and could only manage to finish eighth last time out over 2200m at Waverley.
MilaneseJack Taplin - Andrew Forsman7x847	0/0	—
Comes off a 34 day let-up. At the latest run 7th of 10 at Tauranga on July 6 over 2100m, on a wet track, 30 len behind Kenny carrying 54.5kg at $17.60. Before that 4th of 12 at Matamata on June 15 over 1600m, on heavy track, 10 len behind Clew Bay carrying 57.5kg at $12.80. Expect a better showing this time around.

Te Rapa [9th Aug 03:35]

	Win	Place
TregorSamantha Collett - Jim Collett54141	5/2	87/100
Racing well recently. At the latest run came from midfield and won by 1.75 len at this track July 26 over 1600m in the wet defeating Rosetown Princess carrying 56kg at $8.60. The run before that 4th of 9 at Arawa Park on July 2 over 1560m, on a wet track, 2.5 len behind Sulabella with 56kg at $5.20. No reason he cannot salute again.
NotabadspillaneElen Nicholas - Shaun Phelan232x4	4/1	5/4
Second-up. First-up after six months 4th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on a wet track, 1.4 len behind Elle McFab carrying 59kg at $17.50. Previously second-up 4th of 12 at this track on October 12 over 2200m, slow going 2.25 len behind She's So Reliable carrying 59kg at $16.90. Strips fitter this time and is a genuine hope.
TisseMichael Mcnab - Allan Sharrock4x265	5/1	6/4
Last start 5th of 12 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on rain affected going, 3.5 len behind Tregor with 57.5kg at $5. Before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 8 at Hawera on July 15 over 1400m, in the wet, 10 len behind Vibration with 55kg at $5. Can improve again. Certainly worth another chance.
PointerLynsey Satherley - Darrell Hollinsheadx3642	11/1	11/4
Form hard to fault. Most recently 2nd of 11 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 2200m, on rain affected going, 1.5 len behind Thebudgiesmugla carrying 56.5kg at $11.20. The run before that 4th of 12 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 2200m, on a wet track, 6 len behind Opera Belle with 56.5kg at $13.50. Not far away last start. One of the chances.
Yellow JerseySarah O'Malley - Jo Rathbone230x0	12/1	3/1
Second-up. First-up after five months failed to make an impression, second last of 12 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on rain affected going, 7 len behind Tregor carrying 58kg at $22.60. Previously second-up 7th of 15 at Riccarton Park on August 10 over 1400m, in the wet, 5 len behind Victorian Charm with 60.5kg at $6.80. Key runner who should run well.
BecauseTayla Mitchell - Ralph Manning8x167	12/1	3/1
Most recently 7th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 2200m, on a wet track, 4.5 len behind Diamond Jak with 53kg at $53. The start before that second last of 7 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1950m, on rain affected going, 9 len behind What A Charma carrying 56kg at $5.50. Unlikely to feature.
Hula BeatJack Taplin - Shaun & Emma Clotworthy00450	14/1	13/4
Last start 11th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 2200m, on rain affected going, 7 len behind Diamond Jak carrying 55.5kg at $28.30. The race before that 5th of 10 at Ellerslie on June 7 over 2100m, on a slow track, 6 len behind Major Major carrying 54kg at $11.90. Making up the numbers.
IrrigateJasmine Fawcett - Kylie Little82400	14/1	13/4
Last start eased back early on 10th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 2200m, on rain affected going, 7 len behind Diamond Jak with 54kg at $66.80. Before that second last of 11 at this track on July 5 over 2400m, on rain affected going, 30 len behind Quick Fire with 53.5kg at $7.40. Needs to do more.
MineshaftCraig Grylls - Pam Gerardx7849	16/1	15/4
Most recently 9th of 12 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, on a wet track, 6 len behind Tregor with 56.5kg at $11.40. The race before that 4th of 10 at Tauranga on June 21 over 1600m, on heavy track, 4 len behind Pacifico carrying 53.5kg at $22.80. Will be harder to beat this time.
SuavettaWarren Kennedy - Shaun & Emma Clotworthy30265	16/1	15/4
At the latest run 5th of 11 at Ruakaka on August 2 over 2100m, on a slow track, 3.5 len behind Double Take with 57kg at $3.70. The run before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 10 at Ruakaka on July 12 over 1600m, on heavy track, 4.5 len behind Nancy She Wrote with 53kg at $14. Has been racing well. Nicely placed and shouldn't be far away.
Hill Of KingsLiam Kauri - Shaun Phelan74621	16/1	15/4
Last start scored a big 6 len win at Te Aroha July 27 over 3100m on a heavy track defeating Ember Attack carrying 68kg at $2.30. The run before that 2nd of 11 at Woodville on July 13 over 3000m, on rain affected going, 2.25 len behind The Republican carrying 68kg at $2.60. Back in trip and won't find this as easy.
Fierce FlightOpie Bosson - Mark Walker & Sam Bergersonx0422	18/1	4/1
Racing well recently. Last start 2nd of 12 at Te Aroha on July 27 over 3100m, in the wet, 2.25 len behind Roc Up Ralph carrying 68kg at $3.40. The start before that 2nd of 12 at this track on July 5 over 2800m, on a wet track, 2.25 len behind Empire State carrying 68kg at $3.90. Among the leading chances.
La QueridaM Hudson - Margaret Falconer50413	25/1	6/1
Recent form sound. At the latest run 3rd of 10 at Cambridge Synthetic on July 23 over 2000m, 4.5 len behind Whosaid with 56.5kg at $6.10. The start before that ran on from midfield and won by 0.8 len at Cambridge Synthetic July 10 over 2000m defeating Wry Smile carrying 52kg at $13.90. Shapes as one to consider.
Arjay's FlightUnknown Jockey 8 - Shaun Phelan30624	0/0	—
Recent form sound. Last start 4th of 14 at this track on July 26 over 2200m, on a wet track, 1.75 len behind Diamond Jak carrying 53kg at $7.20. Before that gave a sight but was run down late 2nd of 11 at this track on July 5 over 2400m, on heavy track, nose behind Quick Fire carrying 53.5kg at $7.80. Not far away last time. Hard to beat on his best form.

Te Rapa [9th Aug 04:10]

	Win	Place
Soldier BoyJim Chung - Gavin Sharrock5p312	16/5	17/20
Form hard to fault. Most recently came from midfield, 2nd of 11 at New Plymouth Raceway in the LR Opunake Cup on July 19 over 1400m, on heavy track, 1.0 len behind Joshua Brown carrying 53kg at $20.80. The run before that won by a long-neck at this track June 14 over 1600m in the wet defeating Saint Bathans with 54kg at $29.20. Major player.
Malborough BayOpie Bosson - Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson76212	16/5	17/20
Dual acceptor. Recent form sound. At the latest run made ground from midfield, 2nd of 10 at this track on July 26 over 1300m, on a wet track, 1.5 len behind Force Of Nature with 54.5kg at $6.50. Before that won by a nose at this track July 5 over 1400m in the wet defeating Lotus carrying 57kg at $5.90. Shapes as a top chance on recent form.
DiomedesMichael Mcnab - Kurtis Pertabx5451	16/5	17/20
At the latest run won by 3 len at Arawa Park July 19 over 1560m in heavy going defeating Solidify with 53kg at $4.80. Before that raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 9 at Arawa Park on July 2 over 1560m, on rain affected going, 2.5 len behind Sulabella with 56.5kg at $2.40. Multiple winner over this distance and worth following up.
Dusty RoadLiam Kauri - Graeme Cameron46023	5/1	6/5
Racing well recently. At the latest run 3rd of 10 at this track on July 26 over 1300m, on a wet track, 2.75 len behind Force Of Nature carrying 57kg at $8.50. The start before that 2nd in a small field at this track on July 5 over 1200m, in the wet, 0.5 len behind Caitlyns Wish with 54.5kg at $4. Has ability and can sneak into the finish.
Rosetown PrincessElen Nicholas - Darrell Hollinshead64312	8/1	2/1
Recent form sound. At the latest run 2nd of 12 at this track on July 26 over 1600m, in the wet, 1.75 len behind Tregor with 53kg at $12.40. The race before that ran on from midfield and won by a nose at Tauranga July 6 over 1600m in the wet defeating Ruach carrying 53.5kg at $5.10. Hard to leave out on current form.
GospodinJack Taplin - J C Penderx4248	9/1	11/5
Last start sat behind the speed prior to fading 8th of 11 at New Plymouth Raceway in the LR Opunake Cup on July 19 over 1400m, on a wet track, 3.5 len behind Joshua Brown carrying 54.5kg at $18.80. The race before that 4th in a small field at this track on July 5 over 1200m, on rain affected going, 2.5 len behind Caitlyns Wish carrying 57kg at $3.90. In the right race this time and is definitely worth including.
GigiJoe Doyle - J C Pender152x9	12/1	5/2
Second run back. First-up after three months ran last of 9 at New Plymouth Raceway on July 19 over 1200m, on a wet track, 21 len behind Za Spirit carrying 56kg at $28.70. Previously second-up 2nd of 13 at Tauranga on November 2 over 1600m, on a slow track, neck behind Wren with 56.5kg at $7.80. Likely to play a big role.
CanherocCraig Grylls - Chris Wood230x6	15/1	3/1
Second run back. First-up after eight months 6th of 10 at this track on July 26 over 1300m, on a wet track, 8 len behind Force Of Nature with 53kg at $43.40. Previously second-up ran last of 7 at Hastings Hcp on September 7 over 1600m, 8 len behind Wolfgang with 54kg at $12.60. Strips fitter and expected to feature.
PachecoJasmine Fawcett - Shaun Phelan1414x	22/1	4/1
Gelding back from a spell of 13 months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last campaign fourth of 11 at this track July 27 2024 over 2200m, in the wet, 5 len behind Hula Beat with 54kg at $10.70. When resuming last campaign second of 12 at Arawa Park May 11 2024 over 1560m, soft track, a head behind Casino Princess carrying 55kg at $49.90. Capable of a bold return.
CleeseFrankie Barrett - John Bell362x8	40/1	8/1
Second run back. Comes off a 38-day let-up. First-up after 10 months second last of 9 at Arawa Park on July 2 over 1560m, in the wet, 28 len behind Sulabella carrying 57.5kg at $24.30. Previously second-up 6th of 11 at this track on July 27 2024 over 2200m, on a wet track, 10 len behind Hula Beat with 53.5kg at $13.80. Can do much better this time with the run under his belt.

Te Rapa [9th Aug 04:45]

	Win	Place
Force Of NatureMichael Mcnab - Andrew Forsmanx11x1	9/10	1/6
Second run back. First-up after three months favourite, ran on from midfield and won by 1.5 len at this track July 26 over 1300m in heavy going defeating Malborough Bay with 54kg at $3.70. Previously second-up favourite, won by 0.5 len at this track May 3 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating Shoes with 53kg at $3.20. Has the right credentials and is expected to go well again.
TwainVinnie Colgan - John Bell14x11	9/5	2/7
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Not raced for 56 days. First-up won by 1.3 len at Te Aroha June 2 over 1150m in the wet defeating Kaimai Queen carrying 57kg at $1.20. Last start won by 1.75 len at this track June 14 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating Gospodin with 55kg at $1.30. Well placed. Nicely placed and expected to go well.
Leroy BrownGareth Lahoud - Stephen Ralph1518x	9/1	29/20
Resumes after a break of five months and has been in the money when fresh before. Finished off last preparation eighth of 13 at Tauranga in the G2 Japan Trophy March 15 over 1600m, soft track, 6 len behind Waitak with 55kg at $5.10. First up last campaign third of 12 at Arawa Park October 13 over 1400m, soft track, 4 len behind Niagara Sky with 57kg at $3.90. Capable of a bold showing.
SpencerSienna Brown - Erin Hocquard0x196	11/1	39/20
Most recently led to the turn then faded 6th of 11 at New Plymouth Raceway in the LR Opunake Cup on July 19 over 1400m, on a wet track, 2.5 len behind Joshua Brown with 58.5kg at $5.80. The race before that struggled in the run home, 9th of 12 at Ellerslie on June 7 over 1400m, slow going 6 len behind Midnight Scandal with 59kg at $11.10. Better than recent form suggests and worth including.
Midnight ScandalMatthew Cameron - Simon & Katrina Alexander0x213	11/1	39/20
Form hard to fault. Comes off a 49 day let-up. Most recently 3rd of 9 at Tauranga in the LR Tauranga Classic on June 21 over 1400m, in the wet, 3.5 len behind Cork carrying 57kg at $3.20. The run before that favourite, won by 1.0 len at Ellerslie June 7 over 1400m on a rain affected track defeating Grande Gallo with 54kg at $12.30. Has a good strike rate and is a solid top-three chance.
Caitlyns WishMaria Sanson - Stephen Autridge85413	16/1	12/5
Recent form sound. Most recently 3rd of 7 at Otaki on July 26 over 1100m, on a wet track, 0.6 len behind Reign It In carrying 55kg at $5.70. The race before that won by 0.5 len at this track July 5 over 1200m in heavy going defeating Dusty Road with 52.5kg at $7.50. Current form hard to go past.
Mark TwainJack Taplin - Roger James & Robert Wellwood1231x	33/1	4/1
Resuming after 16 months in the paddock. Finished off last preparation by 0.5 len Flemington LR Roy Higgins March 30 2024 over 2600m defeating Strawberry Rock with 55kg at $9.50. First up last campaign fourth of 13 at Otaki Rating 75 November 30 2023 over 1400m, soft track, 1.5 len behind Sugah Sweet carrying 59kg at $15. Expecting a strong run fresh.
Kaimai QueenUnknown Jockey 9 - Glen Old60213	50/1	7/1
Dual acceptor. Racing well recently. Most recently ran on strongly from last on the turn, 3rd of 8 at Ruakaka on July 12 over 1400m, in the wet, 2 len behind Reward Smile carrying 53kg at $11.40. The race before that won by 1.75 len at Te Aroha June 22 over 1150m in the wet defeating Inca Belle carrying 56.5kg at $8.10. Major player.

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	Win	Place
RibkrakaJim Chung - Lance O'sullivan & Andrew Scott2151q	19/5	23/20
Last start was disqualified from his this track race July 26 over 1400m. The run before that favourite, won by 1.75 len at this track July 5 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating Honey Badger with 54kg at $3.10. Can atone for a modest effort last time.
Malborough BayJack Taplin - Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson76212	4/1	6/5
Dual acceptor. Recent form sound. Last start ran on from midfield, 2nd of 10 at this track on July 26 over 1300m, on rain affected going, 1.5 len behind Force Of Nature with 54.5kg at $6.50. Before that won by a nose at this track July 5 over 1400m on a heavy track defeating Lotus with 57kg at $5.90. Well placed and is a leading player.
AftermathMasahiro Hashizume - Shaun & Emma Clotworthy1100x	14/1	16/5
Resumes. Finished off last campaign 12th of 18 at Ellerslie in the G2 Auckland Cup March 8 over 3200m, soft track, 7 len behind Trav with 53kg at $59.20. First up last campaign fourth of 14 at Pukekohe November 23 over 1400m, 0.6 len behind Lovearoadie with 60kg at $20.90. Capable of a bold return.
GhazzahLiam Kauri - Olivia Duffyx4632	0/0	0/0
Last start 2nd of 8 at Hawera on July 15 over 1400m, on rain affected going, head behind Vibration with 56kg at $12. The start before that ran on from midfield, 3rd of 10 at Trentham on June 28 over 1400m, on heavy track, 2.25 len behind Belles Fate carrying 56kg at $12.60. Impressed last start. Can figure in the outcome again.
Privy GardenCraig Grylls - Andrew Forsman5411x	—	11/2
Resumes after a break of 11 weeks and has been in the money when fresh before. Finished off last campaign won by 1.3 len New Plymouth Raceway May 24 over 2000m slow track defeating Tavi Ann with 54.5kg at $3.30. Previously first up, third of 11 at this track February 8 over 1300m, 0.6 len behind Swerve with 57kg at $8.30. Anticipating her to hit the ground running this campaign.
BaronetOpie Bosson - Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson37029	—	22/1
At the latest run second last of 10 at this track on July 26 over 1300m, on rain affected going, 11 len behind Force Of Nature with 54kg at $14.10. Before that 2nd of 8 at Tauranga on June 21 over 1200m, in the wet, long-neck behind Cleat with 55.5kg at $13.50. Capable of sharp improvement.
Family FolksGareth Lahoud - Tim & Margaret Carter54921	—	13/2
Racing well recently. Returns from a 35-day let-up. At the latest run won by 1.75 len at this track July 5 over 1400m in the wet defeating Jethro Tull with 55.5kg at $11.60. Before that sat on the pace when 2nd of 14 at Tauranga on June 21 over 1400m, on a wet track, nose behind Kai Moana carrying 54.5kg at $7.90. Going well and could follow up.
Ocean RoadJasmine Fawcett - Paula Wilkinsonx4217	—	30/1
Most recently ran last of 7 at Ruakaka on August 2 over 1600m, on a slow track, 6 len behind Levakia with 58kg at $11.40. The race before that settled well back, won by 0.5 len at Arawa Park July 19 over 1400m in the wet defeating Sweetazme carrying 58.5kg at $8.70. Has ability and looks one of the chances.
Kaimai QueenElen Nicholas - Glen Old60213	—	10/1
Dual acceptor. Racing well recently. Last start came home strongly from last on the turn, 3rd of 8 at Ruakaka on July 12 over 1400m, on rain affected going, 2 len behind Reward Smile with 53kg at $11.40. The start before that won by 1.75 len at Te Aroha June 22 over 1150m in heavy going defeating Inca Belle carrying 56.5kg at $8.10. Should be thereabouts.
TrainwreckM Hudson - Ms Rochelle Lockettx1520	—	22/1
Most recently raced behind the speed prior to fading second last of 11 at New Plymouth Raceway on July 19 over 1600m, on a wet track, 32 len behind Shelbyrock'n with 57kg at $11.60. The start before that rolled along in front before being edged out 2nd of 10 at Trentham on June 28 over 1400m, on a wet track, 1.75 len behind Belles Fate with 56kg at $13. Worth following up.
MoneypennyWarren Kennedy - Barbara Kennedy87x11	—	11/2
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up favourite, scored a big 4 len win at Pukekohe June 25 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating Oratia Beauty carrying 55.5kg at $4.10. Second run from a spell favourite, won by a neck at this track July 26 over 1200m in the wet defeating Social Climber carrying 56kg at $5.60. Well placed and sure to be in the finish.
Kai MoanaSamantha Collett - Cody Colex2517	—	22/1
At the latest run struggled in the run home, ran last of 7 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, in the wet, 12 len behind Girls Light Up carrying 54.5kg at $6.20. Before that won by a nose at Tauranga June 21 over 1400m in the wet defeating Family Folks carrying 57kg at $13.40. Better than the last run suggests so worth another chance.
OrtegaTayla Mitchell - Stephen Marsh74591	—	11/2
At the latest run came from midfield and won by 6 len at this track July 26 over 1400m in heavy going defeating Viva Glam with 52kg at $16.90. The race before that raced on the speed throughout before fading second last of 10 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, on heavy track, 10 len behind Ocean Road with 53kg at $12.60. In form and is a solid top-three hope.
Mister RoquetteUnknown Jockey 7 - Simon Rees54826	0/0	—
At the latest run second last of 7 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, on a wet track, 11 len behind Girls Light Up with 55kg at $6.40. The race before that raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 9 at Arawa Park on July 2 over 1560m, on rain affected going, 1.0 len behind Sulabella with 54.5kg at $7.20. Has ability and can test this field on his best form.
DiggerUnknown Jockey 15 - Darrell Hollinshead95720	0/0	—
Dual acceptor. Most recently failed to make an impression, ran last of 10 at this track on July 26 over 1300m, on rain affected going, 12 len behind Force Of Nature carrying 54kg at $13.90. The race before that held ground to the line 2nd of 7 at Arawa Park on July 19 over 1400m, in the wet, head behind Girls Light Up with 52kg at $8.80. In a suitable race and should be in the mix.

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