Melton R7 TAB ITALIAN CUP
Tab Italian Cup
8:03pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 90 to 120. • No age restrictions • $24,0008:03pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 90 to 120. • No age restrictions • $24,000
Race Notes
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Lady Euthenia (Art Major USA)
Best MR
1:51.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.5MS
Gear
Bit - Extension, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Lugging Pole N/S, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie
Today's Stats
Track
13-5-2-2
Distance
10-3-2-2
Track & Distance
10-3-2-2
Last Season
4-0-1-2
This Season
10-4-1-2
Career
38-16-4-6
Prize Money
$2,081,246
Win Range
1609 - 2579
Last 10 Starts
1185213413
Last Run
14 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 38-16-4-6 | 10-3-2-2 | 19-8-2-3 | 13-5-2-2 | 10-3-2-2 | 10-4-1-2 | 4-0-1-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 42% | 30% | 42% | 38% | 30% | 40% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 68% | 70% | 68% | 69% | 70% | 70% | 75% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Bold David Ffa | 3.1m | $24,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr2 | - | $1.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.5, 28.4) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Malcolms Rhythm 2.5m | Max Delight HFNK |
| 1/7 | 15 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Young Pedro Ffa | - | $24,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr4 | - | $1.30 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.4, 27.7) | Max Delight | Boncel Benjamin 7.5m | Jilliby Chevy HFHD |
| 4/10 | 1 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Golden Reign Ffa | 9.3m | $24,000 | Josh Aiken | Sr1 | - | $7.40 | 27 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (55.0, 26.7) | General Dodge | Star Galleria NZ 1.6m | Jilliby Chevy 5.5m |
| 3/10 | 4 Apr 2021 | Riverin | 2270m | - | No NR. | Riverina Championship G1 | HFHD | $100,000 | David Aiken | Sr2 | - | $13.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (55.0, 27.5) | Wolf Stride | Out to Play HFHD | Max Delight SHFHD |
| 1/8 | 30 Mar 2021 | Riverin | 2270m | - | No NR. | Riverina Championship Ht3 | - | $9,690 | David Aiken | Sr1 | - | $1.10 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (54.5, 26.8) | Max Delight | Send It 2.7m | The Mustang HD |
| 2/7 | 20 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | City Of Melton Plate Xxxii | 1.9m | $50,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr6 | - | $4.90 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (55.7, 27.5) | Wolf Stride | Max Delight 1.9m | Zoliver 1.6m |
| 5/9 | 6 Mar 2021 | Menangl | 2400m | - | No NR. | Ainsworth Ff1 G1 | 16.0m | $100,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr9 | - | $8.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (53.9, 26.9) | Mach Shard NZ | Star Galleria NZ 4.0m | Burnham Boy NZ 5.7m |
| 8/10 | 27 Feb 2021 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Allied Express G1 | 5.6m | $100,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr3 | - | $33.50 | 21 days ago | - | 1:49.1 (53.9, 26.9) | Wolf Stride | Alta Orlando NZ HD | Mach Shard NZ 1.1m |
| 1/10 | 6 Feb 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Pure Steel Group 3 | - | $30,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr5 | - | $3.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (54.8, 27.3) | Max Delight | Western Sonador 1.1m | Sirletic HD |
| 1/6 | 30 Jan 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Nutrien Equine Pace | - | $20,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr6 | - | $1.20 | - | - | 1:56.4 (55.7, 27.1) | Max Delight | Uncle Jord 4.8m | Zadaka NZ 6.1m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Lady Euthenia
Trained at
Avenel
Colours
Yellow, Dark Blue Striped Sleeves
Owners
M J (Michael) Maxfield
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Alford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D Aiken | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: James Herbertson (a(C))
T: S K Duffy
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Grinfromeartoear USA - Alleluia Lombo (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:51.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.1MS
Gear
Anti Choking Device, Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Neck Strap, Rogues Hood, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
28-4-4-4
Distance
14-3-1-2
Track & Distance
14-3-1-2
Last Season
25-3-5-3
This Season
16-3-3-2
Career
62-14-9-8
Prize Money
$486,880
Win Range
1190 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
6871216235
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 62-14-9-8 | 14-3-1-2 | 42-11-4-5 | 28-4-4-4 | 14-3-1-2 | 16-3-3-2 | 25-3-5-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 21% | 26% | 14% | 21% | 19% | 12% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 50% | 43% | 48% | 43% | 43% | 50% | 44% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/9 | 5 Jun 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 15.8m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr7 | - | $23.90 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (55.8, 27.6) | Sirletic | Yorkshire NZ 5.8m | Majestic Cruiser HD |
| 3/7 | 22 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Rokon Pty Ltd Pace | 2.1m | $20,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr4 | - | $1.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.2, 27.9) | Love Ina Chevy NZ | Sirletic HFHD | Boncel Benjamin 1.8m |
| 2/7 | 15 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Young Pedro Ffa | 7.5m | $24,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $13.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.4, 27.7) | Max Delight | Boncel Benjamin 7.5m | Jilliby Chevy HFHD |
| 6/11 | 8 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 105. | Del-Re National Food Group | 8.8m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $9.10 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 28.5) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Rupert of Lincoln NZ 3.3m | Majestic Cruiser HFHD |
| 1/8 | 24 Apr 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 89. | Catanach'S Jewellers Pace | - | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr7 | - | $1.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (55.4, 28.5) | Boncel Benjamin | Im No Outlaw NZ 22.5m | Major Assassin 2.9m |
| 2/7 | 17 Apr 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Captain Sandy Ffa | 8.7m | $24,000 | David Moran | Fr2 | - | $25.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (55.8, 27.4) | General Dodge | Boncel Benjamin 8.7m | Pacifico Dream NK |
| 1/9 | 3 Apr 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Nutrien Yearling Sale | - | $20,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr2 | - | $47.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.0, 27.8) | Boncel Benjamin | Idealsomemagic 7.8m | Glenavril King 6.1m |
| 7/7 | 27 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Irt Australia Claiming | 19.4m | $20,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr3 | - | $18.30 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.8, 28.8) | Van Mara NZ | Glenavril King 2.8m | Arden Voyager NZ 1.7m |
| 8/8 | 20 Mar 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Builders Academy Pace | 45.6m | $20,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr5 | - | $20.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (56.7, 28.1) | Kanena Provlima | Arggghhh 1.1m | Honolua Bay HD |
| 6/9 | 13 Mar 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Hero Claiming Pace | 15.7m | $20,000 | Michael Stanley | Fr4 | - | $4.60 | - | - | 1:54.2 (55.2, 28.0) | Van Mara NZ | Ample Power 4.5m | Watch Pulp Fiction NZ 5.1m |
Sire
Grinfromeartoear USA
Dam
Alleluia Lombo
Trained at
Gordon
Colours
Dark Blue, Yellow Stars, Red Sleeves
Owners
J A (Julie) Duffy
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S K Duffy | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Shes Got It All NZ (Mcardle USA)
Best MR
1:52.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.9MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Burr - Rein N/S, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 60, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
21-4-4-3
Distance
13-2-4-2
Track & Distance
13-2-4-2
Last Season
10-1-1-2
This Season
11-2-5-0
Career
46-11-13-6
Prize Money
$412,568
Win Range
1609 - 2560
Last 10 Starts
2282181442
Last Run
14 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 46-11-13-6 | 13-2-4-2 | 23-5-7-5 | 21-4-4-3 | 13-2-4-2 | 11-2-5-0 | 10-1-1-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 24% | 15% | 22% | 19% | 15% | 18% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 65% | 62% | 74% | 52% | 62% | 64% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/9 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Bold David Ffa | 2.5m | $24,000 | David Aiken | Fr5 | - | $17.30 | 49 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.5, 28.4) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Malcolms Rhythm 2.5m | Max Delight HFNK |
| 4/10 | 10 Apr 2021 | Mildura | 2600m | - | NR up to 120. | Tasco Mildura Pacing Cup | 7.3m | $60,000 | David Aiken | Sr4 | - | $9.20 | 4 days ago | - | 1:59.7 (56.7, 28.9) | Mach Dan | Silent Major NZ HD | Like a Wildfire NZ 4.5m |
| 4/10 | 6 Apr 2021 | Mildura | 2600m | - | NR up to 120. | Tasco Mildura Cup Ht | 13.9m | $10,000 | David Aiken | Sr4 | - | $9.50 | 18 days ago | - | 1:59.6 (56.5, 27.8) | Mach Dan | Sonny Weaver NZ 6.1m | Somewhere Secret 4.1m |
| 1/10 | 19 Mar 2021 | Echuca | 2560m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Echuca Pacing Cup | - | $35,000 | Josh Aiken | Sr1 | - | $3.80 | 5 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (57.6, 29.3) | Malcolms Rhythm | Like a Wildfire NZ HD | Sicario HD |
| 8/12 | 14 Mar 2021 | Charltn | 2570m | - | NR 90 to 120. | 2021 Charlton Pacing Cup | 10.9m | $35,000 | Josh Aiken | Sr4 | - | $6.70 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (55.8, 27.8) | Like a Wildfire NZ | Fourbigmen 2.3m | Somewhere Secret 1.7m |
| 1/10 | 6 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Catanach'S Jewellers Ffa | - | $24,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr1 | - | $2.40 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (55.3, 27.5) | Malcolms Rhythm | Majestic Cruiser 1.5m | Like a Wildfire NZ 1.4m |
| 2/12 | 20 Feb 2021 | Terang | 2680m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Terang Co-Op Pacing Cup | 6.5m | $50,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr6 | - | $9.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (55.1, 27.7) | Wolf Stride | Malcolms Rhythm 6.5m | Somewhere Secret 3.0m |
| 8/12 | 6 Feb 2021 | Melton | 2760m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Del-Re National Hunter Cup | 17.7m | $500,000 | Josh Aiken | Sr6 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (53.2, 27.0) | Lochinvar Art | Alta Orlando NZ 6.4m | King of Swing NZ 3.0m |
| 2/11 | 30 Jan 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Allied Casey Classic | 2.1m | $50,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr1 | - | $4.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.8 (56.9, 28.7) | Bettor Be the Bomb | Malcolms Rhythm 2.1m | Jamieson Steele 5.6m |
| 2/7 | 16 Jan 2021 | Shepptn | 2690m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Shepparton Gold Cup | 15.7m | $60,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr3 | - | $35.30 | - | - | 1:56.1 (54.9, 27.4) | Lochinvar Art | Malcolms Rhythm 15.7m | Sirletic 2.0m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Shes Got It All NZ
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
Navy Blue With White Hammer, Pink Seams, Collar, Waistband & Cuffs
Owners
D J (Domenic) Martello
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zac Phillips | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D Aiken | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
11 years old
Sex
Bay - Horse
Breeding
Christian Cullen NZ - Taffeta Bromac (NZ) (Badlands Hanover USA)
Best MR
1:53.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.4MS
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 63, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly ...
Today's Stats
Track
12-4-0-3
Distance
6-2-0-1
Track & Distance
6-2-0-1
Last Season
9-3-1-1
This Season
1-0-0-0
Career
47-17-9-7
Prize Money
$337,670
Win Range
1660 - 2680
Last 10 Starts
154126x0x5
Last Run
14 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 47-17-9-7 | 6-2-0-1 | 24-10-5-3 | 12-4-0-3 | 6-2-0-1 | 1-0-0-0 | 9-3-1-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 36% | 33% | 42% | 33% | 33% | 0% | 33% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 70% | 50% | 75% | 58% | 50% | 0% | 56% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | - | 2 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/9 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Bold David Ffa | 4.1m | $24,000 | Jason Lee | Sr1 | - | $3.90 | 231 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.5, 28.4) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Malcolms Rhythm 2.5m | Max Delight HFNK |
| 11/12 | 10 Oct 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Pryde'S Easifeed Vic Cup | 33.7m | $300,000 | Jason Lee | Fr2 | - | $45.60 | 217 days ago | - | 1:51.4 (55.5, 26.9) | Lochinvar Art | King of Swing NZ 7.1m | Bling It on 12.3m |
| 6/8 | 7 Mar 2020 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Miracle Mile | 18.4m | $1,000,000 | Jason Lee | Fr4 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:48.0 (53.3, 27.0) | King of Swing NZ | Lochinvar Art 2.5m | Alta Orlando NZ HD |
| 2/10 | 29 Feb 2020 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Allied Express Sprint G1 | 2.1m | $100,000 | Jason Lee | Fr9 | - | $6.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:49.6 (52.9, 26.5) | King of Swing NZ | Code Bailey NZ 2.1m | A Gs White Socks NZ HD |
| 1/9 | 15 Feb 2020 | Terang | 2680m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Terang Co-Op Pacing Cup | - | $50,000 | Jason Lee | Fr6 | - | $1.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (54.5, 27.1) | Code Bailey NZ | Pat Stanley NZ 17.9m | A Gs White Socks NZ 1.8m |
| 4/10 | 1 Feb 2020 | Melton | 2760m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Del-Re National Hunter Cup | 7.6m | $500,000 | Jason Lee | Sr2 | - | $17.60 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (54.6, 26.9) | King of Swing NZ | Our Uncle Sam HFHD | Chase Auckland NZ 5.1m |
| 5/12 | 18 Jan 2020 | Balarat | 2710m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Petstock Ballarat Cup | 4.2m | $110,000 | Jason Lee | Sr3 | - | $8.40 | 15 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (54.7, 27.5) | A Gs White Socks NZ | Self Assured NZ 1.3m | Chase Auckland NZ HFHD |
| 1/12 | 3 Jan 2020 | Bendigo | 2650m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Garrards H&h Bendigo Cup | - | $70,000 | Jason Lee | Fr4 | - | $9.60 | 13 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (55.0, 27.1) | Code Bailey NZ | Phoenix Prince 12.9m | San Carlo 1.3m |
| 1/12 | 21 Dec 2019 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 88 to 105. | Nye Cocktail Party On Sale | - | $20,000 | Jason Lee | Fr6 | - | $4.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (54.9, 26.8) | Code Bailey NZ | Idealsomemagic 7.3m | Forty Thieves NZ HD |
| 3/8 | 14 Dec 2019 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Westburn Grant Ffa | 2.7m | $24,000 | Jason Lee | Fr5 | - | $23.10 | - | - | 1:55.3 (55.0, 27.7) | Ride High | Rishi NZ 1.2m | Code Bailey NZ 1.5m |
Sire
Christian Cullen NZ
Dam
Taffeta Bromac (NZ)
Trained at
Ecklin South
Colours
Red, Yellow Yoke & Braces, Black Diamonds
Owners
D Gardiner, L Taylor, M A Lee, Levarg Racing Group, L C Cook, K H Lee, A F Lee
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Lee | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M A Lee | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Jodi Quinlan
T: A J Tindale, B J Tindale
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
7 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
American Ideal USA - Lifes Just Magic (Life Sign USA)
Best MR
1:53.3MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.6MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Straight, Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional, Blinkers - Sliding ...
Today's Stats
Track
32-2-9-2
Distance
24-2-7-1
Track & Distance
24-2-7-1
Last Season
28-1-9-3
This Season
10-0-2-1
Career
60-11-14-6
Prize Money
$163,470
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
5774223555
Last Run
21 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 60-11-14-6 | 24-2-7-1 | 40-7-10-3 | 32-2-9-2 | 24-2-7-1 | 10-0-2-1 | 28-1-9-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 18% | 8% | 18% | 6% | 8% | 0% | 4% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 52% | 42% | 50% | 41% | 42% | 30% | 46% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 9 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 22 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Rokon Pty Ltd Pace | 7.2m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr3 | - | $24.40 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.2, 27.9) | Love Ina Chevy NZ | Sirletic HFHD | Boncel Benjamin 1.8m |
| 5/11 | 8 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 105. | Del-Re National Food Group | 7.3m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr4 | - | $30.30 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 28.5) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Rupert of Lincoln NZ 3.3m | Majestic Cruiser HFHD |
| 5/10 | 1 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Golden Reign Ffa | 15.4m | $24,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr5 | - | $64.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (55.0, 26.7) | General Dodge | Star Galleria NZ 1.6m | Jilliby Chevy 5.5m |
| 3/10 | 24 Apr 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Www.donaldsracing.com.au | 4.1m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr4 | - | $10.80 | 16 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (56.3, 27.6) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Im Anothermasterpiece NZ HD | Idealsomemagic 3.7m |
| 2/8 | 8 Apr 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Nutrien Yearling Sale Pace | 2.1m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $7.20 | 5 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (55.8, 27.8) | Jilliby Chevy | Idealsomemagic 2.1m | Arden Voyager NZ 1.7m |
| 2/9 | 3 Apr 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Nutrien Yearling Sale | 7.8m | $20,000 | John Caldow | Sr1 | - | $9.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.0, 27.8) | Boncel Benjamin | Idealsomemagic 7.8m | Glenavril King 6.1m |
| 4/8 | 20 Mar 2021 | Melton | 1200m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Citywide Stampede | 7.1m | $24,000 | John Caldow | Fr2 | - | $2.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.2 (56.8, 27.3) | Jilliby Chevy | I Cast No Shadow NZ 2.8m | Eureka NZ 3.9m |
| 7/9 | 13 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 99. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 23.7m | $20,000 | John Caldow | Fr3 | - | $11.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (54.4, 27.5) | Mach Dan | Reactor Now NK | I Cast No Shadow NZ 12.4m |
| 7/10 | 6 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Catanach'S Jewellers Ffa | 9.4m | $24,000 | Ryan Duffy | Fr7 | - | $35.90 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (55.3, 27.5) | Malcolms Rhythm | Majestic Cruiser 1.5m | Like a Wildfire NZ 1.4m |
| 5/6 | 20 Feb 2021 | Terang | 2180m | - | NR 85 to 120. | Mt Noorat Freighters Pace | 3.4m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr4 | - | $29.60 | - | - | 2:02.8 (56.2, 26.8) | Alpine Stride | Ryley Major HFNK | Kanena Provlima HD |
Sire
American Ideal USA
Dam
Lifes Just Magic
Trained at
Berringa
Colours
Red, Blue V, White Sleeves, Red Cuffs
Owners
C J Hicks, S J Reddie, S A Taylor
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jodi Quinlan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A J Tindale, B J Tindale | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Darby McGuigan (a(C))
T: G F Webster
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
8 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Tiz Herself (Exotic Earl USA)
Best MR
1:54.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.4MS
Gear
Bit - Other, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Blinkers - Pull Up
Today's Stats
Track
41-6-5-5
Distance
33-5-3-5
Track & Distance
32-5-3-4
Last Season
41-5-7-7
This Season
18-1-3-3
Career
85-14-14-14
Prize Money
$896,453
Win Range
1690 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
2542383673
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 85-14-14-14 | 33-5-3-5 | 63-12-9-10 | 41-6-5-5 | 32-5-3-4 | 18-1-3-3 | 41-5-7-7 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 15% | 19% | 15% | 16% | 6% | 12% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 49% | 39% | 49% | 39% | 38% | 39% | 46% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 5 Jun 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 6.2m | $20,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr5 | - | $92.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (55.8, 27.6) | Sirletic | Yorkshire NZ 5.8m | Majestic Cruiser HD |
| 7/9 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Bold David Ffa | 12.8m | $24,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr4 | - | $115.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.5, 28.4) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Malcolms Rhythm 2.5m | Max Delight HFNK |
| 6/7 | 22 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Rokon Pty Ltd Pace | 12.7m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $16.30 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.2, 27.9) | Love Ina Chevy NZ | Sirletic HFHD | Boncel Benjamin 1.8m |
| 3/11 | 8 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 105. | Del-Re National Food Group | 3.5m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $11.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 28.5) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Rupert of Lincoln NZ 3.3m | Majestic Cruiser HFHD |
| 8/10 | 1 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Golden Reign Ffa | 22.5m | $24,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $49.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (55.0, 26.7) | General Dodge | Star Galleria NZ 1.6m | Jilliby Chevy 5.5m |
| 3/10 | 17 Apr 2021 | G Derby | 2645m | - | No NR. | Sa Pacing Cup | 8.4m | $60,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr5 | - | $10.70 | 13 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (57.2, 28.4) | Boots Electric NZ | Perfect Stride NZ 7.8m | Majestic Cruiser HD |
| 2/9 | 4 Apr 2021 | Waragul | 2627m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Warragul Pacing Bowl Cup | 3.0m | $35,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $24.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (57.0, 28.0) | Perfect Stride NZ | Majestic Cruiser 3.0m | Fourbigmen 2.9m |
| 4/9 | 27 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 99. | Nutrien Equine Yearling | 6.9m | $20,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr5 | - | $3.30 | 13 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.7, 28.0) | Bulletproof Boy | Jilliby Lorenzo HFHD | Pick Up Line 5.6m |
| 5/12 | 14 Mar 2021 | Charltn | 2570m | - | NR 90 to 120. | 2021 Charlton Pacing Cup | 4.1m | $35,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr1 | - | $25.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (55.8, 27.8) | Like a Wildfire NZ | Fourbigmen 2.3m | Somewhere Secret 1.7m |
| 2/10 | 6 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Catanach'S Jewellers Ffa | 1.5m | $24,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr4 | - | $46.20 | - | - | 1:54.9 (55.3, 27.5) | Malcolms Rhythm | Majestic Cruiser 1.5m | Like a Wildfire NZ 1.4m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Tiz Herself
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
Red, Black Stars
Owners
D S Glynn, H R Glynn
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darby McGuigan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G F Webster | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
9 years old
Sex
Black - Gelding
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Atom Bomb Belle NZ (Pacific Rocket USA)
Best MR
1:52.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:52.8MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Pelling Pacifiers, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Plugs, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Shadow Roll, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, May very tactics, Nasal Flare
Today's Stats
Track
45-8-5-3
Distance
28-6-1-1
Track & Distance
27-6-1-0
Last Season
29-5-3-3
This Season
7-2-0-0
Career
97-16-14-12
Prize Money
$319,420
Win Range
1690 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
2116919x56
Last Run
14 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 97-16-14-12 | 28-6-1-1 | 59-10-6-5 | 45-8-5-3 | 27-6-1-0 | 7-2-0-0 | 29-5-3-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 21% | 17% | 18% | 22% | 29% | 17% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 43% | 29% | 36% | 36% | 26% | 29% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 10 | 6 | 10 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Bold David Ffa | 7.7m | $24,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $23.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.5, 28.4) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Malcolms Rhythm 2.5m | Max Delight HFNK |
| 5/7 | 15 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Young Pedro Ffa | 12.6m | $24,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr7 | - | $11.90 | 98 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.4, 27.7) | Max Delight | Boncel Benjamin 7.5m | Jilliby Chevy HFHD |
| 9/12 | 6 Feb 2021 | Melton | 2760m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Del-Re National Hunter Cup | 20.5m | $500,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr4 | - | $79.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (53.2, 27.0) | Lochinvar Art | Alta Orlando NZ 6.4m | King of Swing NZ 3.0m |
| 1/11 | 30 Jan 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Allied Casey Classic | - | $50,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr4 | - | $10.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.8 (56.9, 28.7) | Bettor Be the Bomb | Malcolms Rhythm 2.1m | Jamieson Steele 5.6m |
| 9/12 | 23 Jan 2021 | Balarat | 2710m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Petstock Ballarat Cup | 15.5m | $110,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $61.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.7 (53.1, 26.4) | Lochinvar Art | Out to Play 6.4m | Wolf Stride 4.7m |
| 6/12 | 9 Jan 2021 | Bendigo | 2650m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Garrards Bendigo Cup | 5.9m | $70,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr4 | - | $11.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.0, 28.0) | Wolf Stride | Fourbigmen 1.5m | Sirletic 1.5m |
| 1/7 | 2 Jan 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Apg Pace | - | $24,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $8.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (54.6, 27.0) | Bettor Be the Bomb | Im Anothermasterpiece NZ HFNK | Wolf Stride HD |
| 1/8 | 19 Dec 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Westburn Grant Ffa | - | $24,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr4 | - | $6.30 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.7, 27.3) | Bettor Be the Bomb | Somewhere Secret 1.8m | Rishi NZ 5.3m |
| 2/10 | 12 Dec 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Dnr Logistics Gammalite | HD | $24,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $24.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (56.4, 28.5) | Sirletic | Bettor Be the Bomb HFNK | Somebeachshadow 1.1m |
| 2/7 | 28 Nov 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Blacks A Fake Ffa | 2.6m | $24,000 | Ryan Duffy | Fr1 | - | $6.40 | - | - | 1:52.4 (55.7, 28.4) | Bulletproof Boy | Bettor Be the Bomb 2.6m | Sicario SHFHD |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Atom Bomb Belle NZ
Trained at
Melton
Colours
White, Blue Chevrons, Green Sleeves
Owners
P L (Paula) Martin
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Laugher | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B J Dooley | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
8 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Shadow Play USA - Miss Saxony (Armbro Operative USA)
Best MR
1:52.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:53.1MS
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Boots - Knee, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 62, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Pre Race Warm Up
Today's Stats
Track
18-9-3-1
Distance
14-8-2-1
Track & Distance
14-8-2-1
Last Season
4-0-0-0
This Season
3-0-0-0
Career
45-23-6-4
Prize Money
$558,353
Win Range
1680 - 2700
Last 10 Starts
x850x9x960
Last Run
56 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 45-23-6-4 | 14-8-2-1 | 22-14-2-2 | 18-9-3-1 | 14-8-2-1 | 3-0-0-0 | 4-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 51% | 57% | 64% | 50% | 57% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 73% | 79% | 82% | 72% | 79% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10 | 17 Apr 2021 | G Derby | 2645m | - | No NR. | Sa Pacing Cup | 119.5m | $60,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr3 | - | $4.00 | 20 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (57.2, 28.4) | Boots Electric NZ | Perfect Stride NZ 7.8m | Majestic Cruiser HD |
| 6/9 | 28 Mar 2021 | Horsham | 2700m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Horsham Pacing Cup | 12.8m | $60,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr1 | - | $42.20 | 14 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (55.4, 26.3) | Mach Dan | Somewhere Secret 2.5m | Fourbigmen 5.1m |
| 9/12 | 14 Mar 2021 | Charltn | 2570m | - | NR 90 to 120. | 2021 Charlton Pacing Cup | 11.2m | $35,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr5 | - | $19.30 | 176 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (55.8, 27.8) | Like a Wildfire NZ | Fourbigmen 2.3m | Somewhere Secret 1.7m |
| 9/11 | 19 Sep 2020 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 80 to 120. | Vincent Standing @ Alabar | 16.7m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $20.40 | 343 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (55.2, 27.9) | Hurricane Harley | Lochinvar Art 1.5m | Code Black NZ 5.0m |
| 12/12 | 12 Oct 2019 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Pryde'S Easifeed Vic Cup | 29.7m | $250,000 | Kate Gath | Sr2 | - | $24.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.5 (55.0, 27.4) | Bling It on | Colt Thirty One 2.6m | Cruz Bromac NZ 2.8m |
| 5/10 | 5 Oct 2019 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Smoken Up Sprint | 14.2m | $50,000 | Chris Alford | Sr1 | - | $4.20 | 9 days ago | - | 1:50.8 (56.5, 27.9) | Cash N Flow NZ | Wrappers Delight 9.0m | My Kiwi Mate NZ 1.3m |
| 8/12 | 26 Sep 2019 | Kilmore | 2690m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Jet Roofing Kilmore Cup | 6.7m | $80,000 | Jason Lee | Sr6 | - | $11.20 | 299 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (56.4, 29.1) | San Carlo | Code Black NZ 1.3m | Tam Major 1.4m |
| 8/12 | 1 Dec 2018 | Melton | 2240m | - | M0 Or Better. | Inter Dominion Pacers Ht2 | 5.7m | $30,000 | Chris Alford | Sr5 | - | $6.50 | 15 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.1, 27.4) | Galactic Star NZ | San Carlo 1.0m | Mach Doro 3.2m |
| 1/8 | 16 Nov 2018 | Melton | 2240m | - | M0 Or Better. | Garrards Popular Alm Ffa | - | $30,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $1.70 | 13 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (54.7, 26.9) | Shadow Sax | San Carlo 5.6m | Bad Billy HFNK |
| 1/8 | 3 Nov 2018 | Melton | 1720m | - | M0 Or Better. | Sokyola Sprint | - | $20,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr3 | - | $1.30 | - | - | 1:52.5 (55.0, 26.6) | Shadow Sax | Wrappers Delight 5.0m | Audi Hare NZ 1.4m |
Sire
Shadow Play USA
Dam
Miss Saxony
Trained at
Ecklin South
Colours
Purple, Light Purple Waist Band, Collar And Cuffs, With Yellow Seams
Owners
P J Hockham, R G Hockham, Stable of Stars
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofia Arvidsson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M J Craven | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Lincoln Royal NZ - Crush (NZ) (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:54.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:58.2MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Straight, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 59, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Whip, Hopple Shorteners - ...
Today's Stats
Track
9-0-2-1
Distance
6-0-2-1
Track & Distance
5-0-1-1
Last Season
16-4-4-2
This Season
4-0-1-0
Career
35-12-8-4
Prize Money
$174,459
Win Range
1680 - 2630
Last 10 Starts
62140x2447
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 35-12-8-4 | 6-0-2-1 | 25-8-7-3 | 9-0-2-1 | 5-0-1-1 | 4-0-1-0 | 16-4-4-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 34% | 0% | 32% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 25% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 69% | 50% | 72% | 33% | 40% | 25% | 63% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 10 | 4 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/9 | 5 Jun 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 16.1m | $20,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr4 | - | $12.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (55.8, 27.6) | Sirletic | Yorkshire NZ 5.8m | Majestic Cruiser HD |
| 4/9 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Bold David Ffa | 3.6m | $24,000 | Kerryn Manning | Sr2 | - | $27.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.5, 28.4) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Malcolms Rhythm 2.5m | Max Delight HFNK |
| 4/7 | 15 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab Young Pedro Ffa | 9.2m | $24,000 | Emma Hamblin | Fr3 | - | $31.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.4, 27.7) | Max Delight | Boncel Benjamin 7.5m | Jilliby Chevy HFHD |
| 2/11 | 8 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 105. | Del-Re National Food Group | 3.3m | $20,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr1 | - | $33.90 | 259 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 28.5) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Rupert of Lincoln NZ 3.3m | Majestic Cruiser HFHD |
| 10/11 | 22 Aug 2020 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 80 to 120. | Simonds Homes Bendigo Pace | 19.3m | $20,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr2 | - | $28.90 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (55.9, 27.7) | Lochinvar Art | Rocknroll Icon 10.5m | Major Times HD |
| 4/11 | 8 Aug 2020 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 80 to 120. | Flying Horse Takeaway Pace | 11.6m | $20,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr2 | - | $18.90 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.4, 27.7) | Major Times | My Kiwi Mate NZ 3.0m | Lochinvar Art 3.7m |
| 1/12 | 25 Jul 2020 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | - | Barastoc Pace | - | $20,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr1 | - | $3.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.4 (56.0, 27.5) | Rupert of Lincoln NZ | Yankee Lincoln NZ 1.3m | Miss Hartley NZ 4.4m |
| 2/12 | 11 Jul 2020 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | - | Tab Long May We Play Pace | HFHD | $20,000 | Kerryn Manning | Sr5 | - | $5.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.0, 28.1) | Louis Sedgwick | Rupert of Lincoln NZ HD | Boncel Benjamin NK |
| 6/12 | 4 Jul 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Dnr East V West Pace Final | 21.8m | $20,000 | Kerryn Manning | Sr3 | - | $15.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (56.3, 28.3) | Its Back in the Day NZ | Louis Sedgwick 16.1m | Dark Terror NK |
| 6/10 | 27 Jun 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Dnr Logistics East Vs West | 18.9m | $12,000 | Kerryn Manning | Sr1 | - | $7.40 | - | - | 1:54.7 (55.8, 27.9) | Arden Voyager NZ | Its Back in the Day NZ 3.4m | Yankee Lincoln NZ 1.3m |
Sire
Lincoln Royal NZ
Dam
Crush (NZ)
Trained at
Virginia
Colours
Red With Red & Blue Stars, Blue & White Brace, Blue Sleeves White Stripe, Red Star & Cuffs
Owners
C (Christopher) Nicol
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerryn Manning | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K E Manning | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Broadway Play (Safely Kept USA)
Best MR
1:54.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.0MS
Gear
Bit - Straight, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Cheekers - Sheepskin, Crupper, Deafeners - Plugs, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 54.5, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Undercheck, Whip, Gaiting Strap N/S + O/S
Today's Stats
Track
8-2-1-2
Distance
4-0-1-1
Track & Distance
4-0-1-1
Last Season
4-3-0-0
This Season
7-0-1-2
Career
19-10-1-2
Prize Money
$63,760
Win Range
1609 - 2210
Last 10 Starts
18x6464323
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 19-10-1-2 | 4-0-1-1 | 9-3-1-1 | 8-2-1-2 | 4-0-1-1 | 7-0-1-2 | 4-3-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 53% | 0% | 33% | 25% | 0% | 0% | 75% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 68% | 50% | 56% | 63% | 50% | 43% | 75% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 6 | 1 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 5 Jun 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Dilmah Tea Pace | 3.8m | $20,000 | Ian Mcmahon | Sr1 | - | $14.30 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (55.3, 27.5) | Boy From Bondi | Struve 3.7m | Live on Broadway HFHD |
| 2/7 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 79 to 94. | Allied Express Pace | 4.1m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $8.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (56.8, 28.7) | Yorkshire NZ | Live on Broadway 4.1m | Im No Outlaw NZ HFHD |
| 3/10 | 22 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Wsm Plumbing Pace | 8.3m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Sr1 | - | $12.60 | 15 days ago | - | 1:51.9 (55.8, 28.1) | Boy From Bondi | Crime Writer 5.2m | Live on Broadway 3.1m |
| 4/10 | 7 May 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 68 to 85. | Northern Rivers Equine Vet | 7.3m | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $8.90 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.6, 28.2) | Tangoingwithsierra | Foolish Pleasure 2.4m | Guptas Cullen NZ 4.6m |
| 6/9 | 1 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Waste Sense Pace | 9.6m | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Sr1 | - | $11.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (57.0, 28.4) | Glenavril King | Assassinator HFNK | Maestro Bellini 5.4m |
| 4/5 | 17 Apr 2021 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Winning Post Restaurant | 25.1m | $20,000 | Brad Chisholm | Fr3 | - | $22.20 | 9 days ago | - | 1:51.9 (55.6, 29.0) | Honolua Bay | The Pantheist 15.6m | Maestro Bellini 1.8m |
| 6/9 | 8 Apr 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 89. | All In One Property Pace | 10.1m | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $7.10 | 454 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (57.2, 28.2) | Im No Outlaw NZ | Major Delico NK | Sixty HD |
| 8/12 | 10 Jan 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Tab Multiplier Pace | 17.9m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Sr3 | - | $7.30 | 18 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (55.3, 27.9) | Kasbah Kid | Max Delight SHFHD | Joe Nien 7.8m |
| 1/7 | 23 Dec 2019 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR 70 to 89. | Arnold'S Estate Vineyard | - | $7,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $1.30 | 100 days ago | - | 1:59.3 (56.2, 28.3) | Live on Broadway | Sixty 4.2m | Our Sir Oliver 4.3m |
| 1/10 | 14 Sep 2019 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Garrards Pace | - | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr1 | - | $2.50 | - | - | 1:54.9 (55.0, 26.6) | Live on Broadway | Higherthananeagle HFHD | Dont Hold Back 1.5m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Broadway Play
Trained at
Sth Gisborne
Colours
Light Blue, White Collar & Sleeves
Owners
R C (Rick) McLean
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ian McMahon | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S R McLean | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
9 years old
Sex
Brown/Black - Gelding
Breeding
Somebeachsomewhere USA - Awakemecate (Safely Kept USA)
Best MR
1:51.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.1MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 61, Neck Strap, Nose Band - Drop, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
15-6-1-2
Distance
14-5-1-2
Track & Distance
14-5-1-2
Last Season
10-0-0-1
This Season
13-7-1-1
Career
51-12-7-7
Prize Money
$126,195
Win Range
1670 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
1372961141
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 51-12-7-7 | 14-5-1-2 | 37-8-4-7 | 15-6-1-2 | 14-5-1-2 | 13-7-1-1 | 10-0-0-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 24% | 36% | 22% | 40% | 36% | 54% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 51% | 57% | 51% | 60% | 57% | 69% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 5 Jun 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Dilmah Tea Pace | - | $20,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr5 | - | $13.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (55.3, 27.5) | Boy From Bondi | Struve 3.7m | Live on Broadway HFHD |
| 4/7 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 79 to 94. | Allied Express Pace | 5.5m | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr6 | - | $4.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (56.8, 28.7) | Yorkshire NZ | Live on Broadway 4.1m | Im No Outlaw NZ HFHD |
| 1/10 | 22 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Wsm Plumbing Pace | - | $20,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr1 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.9 (55.8, 28.1) | Boy From Bondi | Crime Writer 5.2m | Live on Broadway 3.1m |
| 1/11 | 15 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 94. | Melton Toyota Pace | - | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr4 | - | $7.90 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.6, 27.5) | Boy From Bondi | Torrid Saint 1.5m | Love Ina Chevy NZ 12.2m |
| 6/10 | 7 May 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 68 to 85. | Northern Rivers Equine Vet | 15.0m | $10,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr7 | - | $26.10 | 29 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.6, 28.2) | Tangoingwithsierra | Foolish Pleasure 2.4m | Guptas Cullen NZ 4.6m |
| 9/9 | 8 Apr 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 89. | All In One Property Pace | 14.9m | $10,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr6 | - | $9.10 | 12 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (57.2, 28.2) | Im No Outlaw NZ | Major Delico NK | Sixty HD |
| 2/8 | 27 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 77 to 84. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 3.0m | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr5 | - | $10.40 | 20 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (55.3, 27.4) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Boy From Bondi 3.0m | Rockasaki HFHD |
| 7/12 | 7 Mar 2021 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 70 to 95. | Wangaratta Pacing Cup | 9.4m | $14,500 | Josh Duggan | Sr2 | - | $3.60 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (56.8, 28.8) | I Cast No Shadow NZ | Uncle Jord HD | Major Jodi 2.6m |
| 3/9 | 26 Feb 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 75 to 89. | Geelong High Speed Racing | 15.7m | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr5 | - | $4.50 | 13 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (56.3, 28.0) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Boncel Benjamin 9.8m | Boy From Bondi 5.8m |
| 1/11 | 13 Feb 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 68 to 75. | Woodlands Stud Vicbred | - | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr5 | - | $5.90 | - | - | 1:55.1 (56.3, 28.3) | Boy From Bondi | Major Meister NZ 11.5m | Belittled 7.9m |
Sire
Somebeachsomewhere USA
Dam
Awakemecate
Trained at
Avenel
Colours
White, Red Braces, Dark Blue Sleeves
Owners
Sholto Pty Ltd
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W R Potter | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Rock N Roll Heaven USA - Forte Chapel (NZ) (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:50.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.0MS
Gear
Anti Choking Device, Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Plugs, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
44-6-6-4
Distance
23-3-3-4
Track & Distance
23-3-3-4
Last Season
25-3-4-2
This Season
4-0-0-0
Career
75-14-20-7
Prize Money
$164,070
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
34294x4744
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 75-14-20-7 | 23-3-3-4 | 42-8-10-7 | 44-6-6-4 | 23-3-3-4 | 4-0-0-0 | 25-3-4-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 19% | 13% | 19% | 14% | 13% | 0% | 12% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 55% | 43% | 60% | 36% | 43% | 0% | 36% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/9 | 5 Jun 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 9.8m | $20,000 | Joe Pace | Sr2 | - | $48.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (55.8, 27.6) | Sirletic | Yorkshire NZ 5.8m | Majestic Cruiser HD |
| 4/8 | 22 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Allied Richmond Lass | 4.9m | $30,000 | Joe Pace | Sr2 | - | $11.60 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.7, 28.3) | Iolanta NZ | Spellbound NZ SHFHD | Itzamajor Surprise 2.0m |
| 7/11 | 8 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 105. | Del-Re National Food Group | 9.6m | $20,000 | Joe Pace | Sr4 | - | $81.60 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 28.5) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Rupert of Lincoln NZ 3.3m | Majestic Cruiser HFHD |
| 4/10 | 24 Apr 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Www.donaldsracing.com.au | 6.4m | $20,000 | Joe Pace | Sr3 | - | $53.60 | 161 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (56.3, 27.6) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Im Anothermasterpiece NZ HD | Idealsomemagic 3.7m |
| 4/9 | 14 Nov 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Crown Graduate Mares Ffa | 14.2m | $30,000 | Joe Pace | Sr1 | - | $12.10 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.9 (55.0, 27.6) | Miss Mcgonagall | Our Princess Tiffany NZ 7.6m | Babyitscold 5.9m |
| 9/12 | 31 Oct 2020 | Melton | 2760m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Benstud Queen Of Pacific | 21.4m | $100,000 | Joe Pace | Sr5 | - | $44.60 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (55.7, 27.9) | Speak No Evil | Bettor Enforce NZ 1.4m | Kualoa 7.6m |
| 2/11 | 23 Oct 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Angelique Club Pace | SHFHD | $30,000 | Joe Pace | Fr4 | - | $13.20 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (55.5, 27.7) | Speak No Evil | Rock N Roll Chapel NZ HFHD | No Win No Feed 6.3m |
| 4/10 | 17 Oct 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Benstud Make Mine Cullen | 5.9m | $30,000 | Joe Pace | Sr2 | - | $43.30 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (56.1, 27.9) | Our Princess Tiffany NZ | Maajida 3.5m | Goodtime Heaven 1.3m |
| 3/10 | 3 Oct 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Allied Express Jane Ellen | 1.7m | $30,000 | Joe Pace | Sr2 | - | $18.40 | 15 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.5, 29.4) | Goodtime Heaven | No Win No Feed NK | Rock N Roll Chapel NZ HFNK |
| 6/10 | 18 Sep 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 120. | Pridmore Electrics Pace | 8.2m | $20,000 | Joe Pace | Fr7 | - | $11.20 | - | - | 1:54.8 (56.1, 28.1) | Kasbah Kid | Huli Nien 2.2m | Rishi NZ 3.6m |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Forte Chapel (NZ)
Trained at
Harkness
Colours
Black, White Hoops, Black & White Hooped Sleeves
Owners
C (Charlie) Sant
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Pace | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: For most Harness lovers of a certain age, the Italian Cup is best known for being Popular Alm’s triumphant comeback race. There are no Poppy’s in tonight’s renewal but that won’t stop it being an amazingly enjoyable event. On face value most of the front line gate speed here is drawn very wide and this is important for two reasons; it should help the early map materialise very rapidly and it should assist MAX DELIGHT (12) in overcoming his seemingly awful draw more rapidly than many may expect. Without doubt the big loser at the barriers is CODE BAILEY (8). In any quality Pref Draw race there’s no worse gate than eight and in this case it will force Marg Lee’s potential superstar to drag back early then probably circumnavigate a string field to park. Despite these impositions, CODE BAILEY (8) is so gifted, and went so well fresh without luck, that he still rates on top. If MAX DELIGHT (12) rifles through early as predicted and then takes 1x1 cover on our top tip then that may be his issue as that fellow is not far from genuine top class and gets the cheaper run. With all that being said there is one runner who can cause an almighty upset at cricket score odds. If launched to his full capacity early IDEALSOMEMAGIC (5) should cross to the poles and then take cover on BONCEL BENJAMIN (6) and with all his major rivals working overtime in transit he can honestly win this at a crazy quote. Other hopes include MALCLMS RHYTHM (9), RUPERT OF LINCOLN (2), BONCEL BENJAMIN (2) who can steal this if they leave him alone and sleeping giant BETTOR BE THE BOMB (11). Even BOY FROM BONDI (4) isn’t without a hope stepping up in grade. What a race it promises to be. EARLY SPEED: 6 (Likely Leader) + 5 + 1,2 RATINGS: 8/ 12/ 5/ 9/ 2/ 6/ 11/ 4/ 3/ 1/ 10