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Racing
06 December 2024
Pearl puts perfect Trentham record on the line in Group One quest
Pearl Of Alsace is in foal and entering the final few weeks of her racing career, but trainers Shaune Ritchie and Colm Murray hope a return to her favourite track might allow her to cap her CV with a Group One breakthrough.
Racing
04 September 2024
Ruakaka to set Pearl on Group One path
“She came back from a spell in superb condition, she put a lot of weight on and with muscle comes a bit of fat that we’ve had to work off."
Racing
21 August 2024
James delighted with outstanding Orchestral
Roger James gave his seal of approval to glamour mare Orchestral following her hit-out at Taupo on Wednesday.
Racing
28 March 2024
Pearl Of Alsace looking for elite-level breakthrough
Trainers Shaune Ritchie and Colm Murray have always had plenty of time for Pearl Of Alsace and they are hoping she can fulfil her Group One potential at Ellerslie this weekend.
Racing
10 March 2024
Group One target awaits Pearl of Alsace
“She has run the mile out well and we won’t do too much with her, just give her a couple of run-a-longs to keep her up to the mark."
Racing
07 March 2024
Strong tempo ideal for Cup hope Mahrajaan
A genuinely run Gr.2 Auckland Cup (3200m) will bring out the best in proven stayer Mahrajaan on Saturday when he bids to add to his silverware.
Racing
07 January 2024
Pencarrow Stud to offer exciting Karaka 2024 draft
“We have an excellent range of horses in our draft which we believe will appeal to a large cross section of buyers."
Racing
13 December 2023
Headgear to sharpen mare’s Cal Isuzu chances
Quality mare Pearl Of Alsace will sport a new look when she takes aim at the Gr.2 Cal Isuzu Stakes (1600m) at Te Rapa on Saturday.
Racing
09 November 2023
Pearl Of Alsace looking to extend Flemington legacy
Flemington has been a happy hunting ground for the Vela family and they are hoping that continues on Saturday when their Group One performer Pearl Of Alsace carries their famous silks in the Gr.2 Matriarch Stakes (2000m).