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Asterix to commence Cup journey at Te Rapa
“He’s coming up very well, his trial was very encouraging and he trialled in a manner that suggests he’s got good confidence and striding out in his movement."
Jess de Lautour, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | December 20, 2023
Asterix will kick-off his preparation in the Print House Mile (1600m) at Te Rapa on Saturday. Photo: Kenton Wright (Race Images)
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Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
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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.
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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
ATR pattern and racing changes
Auckland Thoroughbred Racing (ATR) has announced that as a result of pattern and scheduling changes, there will be a number of adjustments to the ATR racing season.
LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | October 12, 2023
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12 December 2025
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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.
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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
Queensland hopes rest with Cup prospect Platinum Invador
Lisa Latta has a final opportunity to turn the stable’s Queensland winter carnival fortunes around when proven stayer Platinum Invador runs at Eagle Farm on Saturday.
Paul Vetisse, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | June 08, 2023
Photo: Kirstin Ledington
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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.
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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.
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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
Further honours for champion jockey Bosson
Opie Bosson’s decorated riding career has been further acknowledged in the 2023 King’s Birthday and Coronation Honours list.
Paul Vetisse, LOVERACING.NZ News Desk | June 05, 2023
Photo: Supplied
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12 December 2025
Bright future tipped for well-bred three-year-old
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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.
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12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
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IN Racing
Wellington Guineas on the cards for The Racketeer
The Gr.2 Life Direct Wellington Guineas is the likely target for The Racketeer after his gutsy victory at Te Rapa on Saturday.
NZ Racing Desk | December 19, 2022
Photo: Trish Dunell
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12 December 2025
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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.
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12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
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IN Racing
Hinepara’s effort augurs well for future
Prestige winner Hinepara delivered exactly the Te Rapa performance trainer Josh Shaw was hoping for.
NZ Racing Desk | December 19, 2022
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12 December 2025
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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.
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12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
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IN Racing
Cup hope’s chances at mercy of outside factors
Justamaiz will have to overcome an interrupted lead-up to take out another Gr.3 Waikato Cup (2400m) on his home turf on Saturday.
NZ Racing Desk | December 07, 2022
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12 December 2025
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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.
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12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
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IN Racing
Trainers still weighing up Trentham option
Johno Benner and Hollie Wynyard will decide on race morning if they take their full complement of runners to Trentham on Saturday.
NZ Racing Desk | December 02, 2022
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12 December 2025
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12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
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IN Racing
Northern move paying off for Barnes
A mix of talent and hard graft were rewarded when Courtney Barnes successfully combined with leading filly Lickety Split at Ruakaka on Saturday.
NZ Racing Desk | August 22, 2022
Photo: Trish Dunell
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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.
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12 December 2025
Hollinshead chasing family Cup double
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IN Racing
Hastings double for Hercock
Comeback jockey Kate Hercock says she’s found the secret to success in the saddle for her: don’t think about it too much.
NZ Racing Desk | July 11, 2022
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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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