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Racing
16 December 2025
Unrestrained seeking Ruakaka redemption
Rudy Liefting is dreaming of a Gr.1 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand Oaks (2400m) tilt with his filly Unrestrained in February, with her performance at Ruakaka on Wednesday dictating whether she continues down that path.
Racing
18 September 2025
Liefting rewarded for selfless act
Rudy Liefting gave up the opportunity to train subsequent Group One winner Grail Seeker a few years ago, and he is being rewarded for his selflessness with the rise of another exciting filly.
Racing
25 June 2025
Liefting hoping long trek pays off this weekend
“He is thereabouts, and he is weighing in those big ones. There are two hotshots in there, but third is anybody’s.” 
Racing
22 April 2025
Grand National plans for Liefting pair
“The longer the trip and the heavier the ground the better.” 
Racing
15 September 2024
Lord Spencer storms home for Great Northern Hurdle upset
“It means so much. I’m so grateful to the owners for trusting me with this horse. Mum and Dad will be watching at home, and it’s just awesome."
Racing
18 August 2024
Liefting pair powerful at Rotorua
“I won’t have any trouble finding one (a jockey) now.”
Racing
06 July 2024
Pacheco maintains unbeaten hurdle record
“It was nice to see him do that as he is a strong horse and can run a bit freely, so it was good to see him on the rail and switching off."
Racing
27 June 2024
Consistency pays off for Mont Ventoux
Capable flat performer Mont Ventoux scored a deserved maiden success over the fences in the Majestic Horse Floats Hurdles (3100m) at Te Aroha on Thursday.
Racing
26 June 2024
Mont Ventoux seeking maiden jumps scalp
“It has been a little disappointing that he hasn’t managed to win. For a seven-win flat horse he is taking a while to crack maidens."