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Eliud shines in class rise at Wanganui
“He’s always shown good ability at home, he was a bit disappointing in his first couple of starts but he’s come back this prep really well."
Jess de Lautour, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | June 02, 2024
Eliud continues on his winning way with a comfortable victory at Wanganui on Saturday. Photo: Peter Rubery (Race Images Palmerston North)
eliud Michael McNab Tony Pike Almanzor Valachi Downs

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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Thooza shines on debut at Te Rapa
“She’s a filly with a future, with a bit more maturity on her side.”
Jess de Lautour, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | April 28, 2024
Thooza digs deep under Warren Kennedy to score on debut in the Cambridge Raceway 2YO (1200m) on Saturday at Te Rapa, Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images)
Thooza Tony Pike Warren Kennedy Sea Goddess Seachange Almanzor Cambridge Stud Sister Cynane Brendan and Jo Lindsay The Oaks Stud

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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Mary Shan looking to even ledger at Te Rapa
“Mary Shan has got brilliance, but now she has got to prove that she can take that to 2000m.”
LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | February 09, 2024
Mary Shan will contest the Gr.2 David and Karyn Ellis Fillies’ Classic (2000m) at Te Rapa on Saturday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images)
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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Fillies’ Classic step-up awaiting Sudbina
“We didn’t know what to expect stepping up to the mile last time, but she ticked that box very well and was strong through the line."
Jess de Lautour, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | February 07, 2024
Sudbina will contest Saturday's Gr.2 David & Karyn Ellis Fillies’ Classic (2000m) at Te Rapa. Photo: Peter Rubery (Race Images Palmerston North)
Sudbina Roger James and Robert Wellwood Kingsclere Stables Almanzor Mark Twain Hasstobeawinner $350k Sir Patrick Hogan Karapiro Classic Gr.2 David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic Auckland Cup

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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Timely win in Desert Gold Stakes for Sudbina
“Winning any race is exciting, but when you get into that Group company with a filly that you have bred is very exciting.”
Joshua Smith, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | January 23, 2024
Sudbina returns victorious following the Gr.3 Desert Gold Stakes (1600m) at Trentham last Saturday. Photo: Peter Rubery (Race Images Palmerston North)
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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Mary Shan provides sister with multiple updates
“She’s a lovely type and has been a pleasure to prepare, she’s got a great attitude and we’re looking forward to getting her to Karaka."
Paul Vettise, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | January 15, 2024
Prima Park's Managing Director Kelly Van Dyk. Photo: Trish Dunell
Kelly Van Dyk Prima Park Mary Shan Almanzor Per Incanto Coeur Volante Ocean Park Kolding Karaka New Zealand Bloodstock Karaka Yearling Sale

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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Cambridge Stud pair gearing up for autumn targets
“They are both in good order and we are expecting a good autumn but even bigger spring for both of them.”
Joshua Smith, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | January 07, 2024
Cambridge Stud principal Brendan Lindsay following Joliestar's Gr.1 1000 Guineas (1600m) victory. Photo: Scott Barbour (Racing Photos)
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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Holymanz puts hand up for Aotearoa Classic
The highly talented Holymanz is in line for a return to the country of his birth after scoring an effortless win in the A$300,000 Coastal Classic (1700m) at Geelong on Saturday.
NZ Racing Desk | January 07, 2024
Holymanz justified his race favourite status with a win in the Costal Classic at Geelong on Saturday. Photo: Grant Courtney
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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Holymanz seeking Aotearoa Classic berth
Almanzor four-year-old Holymanz will be vying to secure his ticket back to New Zealand later this month when he heads to Geelong on Saturday to contest the A$300,000 Coastal Classic (1700m).
Joshua Smith, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | January 05, 2024
Holymanz will contest the A$300,000 Coastal Classic (1700m) at Geelong on Saturday. Photo: Bruno Cannatelli
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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
IN Racing
Scott hopeful for another powerful Geriatrix display at Otaki
Explosive finishes are becoming a habit for Geriatrix, and co-trainer Andrew Scott is hopeful the eye-catching colt can produce another in Thursday’s Gr.3 Elsdon Park Wellington Stakes (1600m) at Otaki.
Jess de Lautour, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | November 29, 2023
Geriatrix at Taupo. (Race Images Palmerston North)
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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
A bright future is being tipped for well-bred three-year-old Day One following his maiden victory in the Barfoot & Thompson 1600 at Ellerslie on Thursday.
Racing
12 December 2025
Cantabrian chasing back-to-back Southland Crystals
Stakes performer Smooth Operator hasn’t had the best of luck over the last month, but trainer Stephanie Faulkner believes he is back on track to defend his title in Saturday’s Howley Joinery Southland Crystals (2200m) at Ascot Park.
Racing
12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
Darrell Hollinshead’s bid for a second success in Saturday’s Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) has been dealt a blow, but he remains in the hunt to turn back the clock.
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