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Racing
16 November 2024
Mystic Park all class and courage in Stewards’ Stakes
“These Pitman colours mean a lot to me. They’ve been big supporters of mine all the way through. I’m thrilled to get a big winner for them during Cup Week.”
Racing
12 November 2024
Third Decree well-placed in Breeders’ Stakes
“That’s for Kylie to work out, she knows the mare really well and has been on her in most of her wins and knows what she’s capable of."
Racing
01 August 2024
Strong Riccarton hand for leading local stable
“He loves wet ground – the heavier, the better. Those are the sorts of conditions we’ll be racing on this weekend, so it’ll suit him.”
Racing
14 June 2024
Pitmans leading the way in the south
“Our team has been going really well all season, we are really proud of them.”
Racing
31 May 2024
Top southern stable has abundance of firepower
Leading South Island trainers Michael and Matthew Pitman are expected to be a formidable force to be reckoned with in the coming days.
Racing
05 May 2024
Zoulander heads Pitman winning quartet at Riccarton
“He’s like your best friend, he’d give you the shirt off his back and he tries all the time."
Racing
04 May 2024
Repeat quinella for Pitman pair in Founders Cup
For the second time in three weekends, Star Ballot has come out on top.
Racing
03 May 2024
Stable favourite could be NZ Cup bound
Riccarton trainer Michael Pitman has a soft spot for five-win gelding Star Ballot and believes he is capable of contesting the Gr.3 New Zealand Cup (3200m) on his home track in November.
Racing
21 April 2024
Allpress delivers another milestone moment for Pitman
“We’re really good friends and it’s good for her to reach 100 winners for us."