Ballarat R6 ALABAR VICBRED PACE
Alabar Vicbred Pace
8:03pm • 2200m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 69 to 78. • No age restrictions • $20,0008:03pm • 2200m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 69 to 78. • No age restrictions • $20,000
Race Notes
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Limerick Star NZ (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:52.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind
Today's Stats
Track
1-1-0-0
Distance
2-2-0-0
Track & Distance
1-1-0-0
Last Season
11-8-2-1
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
18-10-3-2
Prize Money
$174,987
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
111x12211x
Last Run
343 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 18-10-3-2 | 2-2-0-0 | 8-5-0-2 | 1-1-0-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 11-8-2-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 56% | 100% | 63% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 73% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 83% | 100% | 88% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 10 Oct 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Vicbred Platinum | - | $30,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr1 | - | $2.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.0, 28.6) | Abouttime | Catch a Moment 1.3m | Terryrama HFHD |
| 1/8 | 29 Sep 2020 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 61 to 72. | Share Media Pace | - | $7,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr4 | - | $1.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (54.6, 26.8) | Abouttime | Cool Rocking Daddy 20.0m | Deadly Assassin 5.4m |
| 2/10 | 22 Sep 2020 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 61 to 69. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 1.6m | $7,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr2 | - | $3.20 | 29 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (57.0, 29.1) | Boxofchocolates | Abouttime 1.6m | Roll Along Styx NZ 3.1m |
| 2/10 | 24 Aug 2020 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 61 to 69. | Crameri'S Mitre 10 Pace | 1.1m | $7,000 | Kima Frenning | Sr1 | - | $1.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (55.6, 28.7) | Yankee Gold NZ | Abouttime 1.1m | Ozzie Battler 7.2m |
| 1/6 | 17 Aug 2020 | Charltn | 1609m | - | NR 61 to 72. | Charlton Community Bank | - | $7,000 | Kima Frenning | Fr3 | - | $1.04 | 93 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (55.9, 26.3) | Abouttime | Ajay Breezy Rose 5.6m | Schouten Island 8.4m |
| 1/10 | 16 May 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 61 to 69. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | - | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr1 | - | $1.20 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.7, 28.7) | Abouttime | Juliustigres 21.4m | Plan Ce 3.5m |
| 1/8 | 9 May 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 52 to 55. | Talking Trots On Sentrack | - | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr6 | - | $1.40 | 10 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (56.2, 29.2) | Abouttime | Yannarie 18.3m | Ballygar HFNK |
| 1/6 | 29 Apr 2020 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 52 to 55. | Petstock Pace | - | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr1 | - | $1.20 | 18 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (55.8, 27.1) | Abouttime | Rebeccas Art 13.5m | Wingate Guy SHFHD |
| 3/8 | 11 Apr 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 61 to 69. | Allied Express Pace | 11.5m | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr3 | - | $1.30 | 33 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (57.2, 29.1) | Wotdidusaaay | Error 4.3m | Abouttime 7.2m |
| 1/6 | 9 Mar 2020 | Horsham | 2200m | - | NR 46 to 51. | Invitation Drivers C'Ship | - | $7,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr5 | - | $1.04 | - | - | 1:59.7 (56.7, 28.9) | Abouttime | Fourth in Line 9.7m | Janjuc 1.9m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Limerick Star NZ
Trained at
Goldie
Colours
White Shoulders, Navy Blue Triangle With Gold Z, Navy Blue Sleeves, Two Gold Armbands
Owners
AD Investments Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Moran | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E J Stewart | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |


D: Brad Chisholm (a(C,5))
T: S T Sanderson
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Heavenly Cullen NZ (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:54.1MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.6MS
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 60, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
5-1-2-0
This Season
12-6-0-0
Career
17-7-2-0
Prize Money
$113,135
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
171144x745
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 | 17-7-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 10-5-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 12-6-0-0 | 5-1-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 41% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 50% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 53% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 50% | 60% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | - | 2 | - | - | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 11 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 67 to 75. | Vhrc Thanks Richriver Golf | 4.9m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $15.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (55.4, 27.2) | Better Eclipse | Hes Under Wraps NZ 2.2m | Roll Along Styx NZ 1.5m |
| 4/12 | 4 Sep 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Waste Sense Pace | 3.9m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr2 | - | $6.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (57.7, 27.5) | Brantley NZ | Mongiana 1.1m | Blue Chip Delight NZ 1.9m |
| 7/10 | 21 Aug 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Vicbred C'Ship Ht2 | 7.0m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr3 | - | $4.80 | 139 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (57.2, 27.9) | The Last Chance | Belladonna Girl 3.4m | Sanday 1.6m |
| 4/10 | 4 Apr 2021 | Riverin | 2270m | - | No NR. | Milbrae Quarries Champ Con | 9.9m | $14,790 | Anthony Butt | Sr1 | - | $7.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (55.6, 28.1) | Uncle Jord | Our Money Rocks HD | Forever Yin 4.2m |
| 4/8 | 30 Mar 2021 | Riverin | 2270m | - | No NR. | Riverina Championship Ht3 | 6.7m | $9,690 | Anthony Butt | Fr5 | - | $13.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (54.5, 26.8) | Max Delight | Send It 2.7m | The Mustang HD |
| 1/9 | 20 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | All In One Property Pace | - | $20,000 | Anthony Butt | Fr2 | - | $1.90 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (55.9, 27.8) | Equity Stride | Puntarno Stride NZ 1.8m | Castle Retreat 1.2m |
| 1/8 | 12 Mar 2021 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 63 to 75. | Cranbourne Fencing Pace | - | $10,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr4 | - | $1.80 | 11 days ago | - | 1:59.4 (56.3, 28.0) | Equity Stride | Stingray Tara NZ 3.7m | Ona Highway Tohell HD |
| 7/11 | 1 Mar 2021 | Yar Val | 2150m | - | NR 62 to 71. | Eastern Challenge | 22.8m | $25,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr6 | - | $6.40 | 12 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (57.8, 28.8) | Major Meister NZ | Cant Top This HFHD | Hes Under Wraps NZ 5.4m |
| 1/10 | 17 Feb 2021 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 54 to 64. | Kieran Iles Pace | - | $7,000 | Zac Phillips | Sr2 | - | $1.40 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (56.8, 26.9) | Equity Stride | American Alli 5.1m | Wenthestarzzzaline 1.1m |
| 1/9 | 11 Feb 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 56 to 62. | Scoe Pace | - | $7,000 | Anthony Butt | Fr5 | - | $1.30 | - | - | 1:58.7 (56.0, 27.7) | Equity Stride | Nota Replica 2.5m | Blazin Cracker 1.1m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Heavenly Cullen NZ
Trained at
Sidmouth
Colours
Light Blue & Yellow Diamonds, Light Blue Sleeves
Owners
E & M Stride
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Chisholm | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S T Sanderson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
4 years old
Sex
Chestnut - Gelding
Breeding
Auckland Reactor NZ - Miss Potential (Panorama USA)
Best MR
1:56.7MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.9MS
Gear
Bit - Other, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole O/S, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 54, Rogues Hood, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Undercheck, Whip, Deafeners - Removable Hood
Today's Stats
Track
3-1-0-0
Distance
5-2-1-0
Track & Distance
3-1-0-0
Last Season
15-3-4-1
This Season
13-2-4-1
Career
34-5-8-3
Prize Money
$45,535
Win Range
1680 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
8359x02241
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 | 34-5-8-3 | 5-2-1-0 | 20-4-6-1 | 3-1-0-0 | 3-1-0-0 | 13-2-4-1 | 15-3-4-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 40% | 20% | 33% | 33% | 15% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 47% | 60% | 55% | 33% | 33% | 54% | 53% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 2 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 11 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | - | Dnr Logistics Pace | - | $20,000 | Aaron Dunn | Fr4 | - | $8.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (56.3, 28.0) | Maxactor | Blue Chip Delight NZ 2.3m | Stingray Tara NZ 1.7m |
| 4/9 | 2 Sep 2021 | Charltn | 1609m | - | NR 56 to 66. | Charlton Community Bank | 6.7m | $7,000 | Aaron Dunn | Fr7 | - | $5.60 | 10 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (56.8, 28.6) | Cee Cee in America | Vapar Rocks 3.0m | Manassa Sky 3.1m |
| 2/7 | 23 Aug 2021 | Horsham | 1700m | - | NR 56 to 66. | Hygain Tracktorque Pace | 2.4m | $7,000 | Aaron Dunn | Fr5 | - | $3.20 | 6 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (56.8, 27.8) | Final Peace | Maxactor 2.4m | Revitalise NZ 1.6m |
| 2/11 | 17 Aug 2021 | Terang | 2180m | - | NR 57 to 68. | Become A Vhrc Member Today | 2.3m | $7,000 | Aaron Dunn | Sr1 | - | $11.40 | 31 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (57.5, 28.7) | Jilliby Fernando | Maxactor 2.3m | Dougs Babe SHFHD |
| 11/11 | 17 Jul 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | - | Devcon Properties Vicbred | 176.5m | $20,000 | Sam Barker | Fr2 | - | $17.60 | 103 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (58.7, 29.5) | Cool Rocking Daddy | La Puddie HFHD | Sir Roman 2.8m |
| 9/12 | 5 Apr 2021 | Hamiltn | 2160m | - | NR 55 to 65. | Apg - Not For Profit Sales | 13.5m | $7,000 | Aaron Dunn | Sr5 | - | $4.10 | 23 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (57.2, 28.2) | Stingray Tara NZ | Keayang Silvagni 1.1m | Julius Shadow 2.8m |
| 5/12 | 13 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 14.0m | $20,000 | Aaron Dunn | Fr6 | - | $2.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.7 (57.4, 28.4) | Castle Retreat | Young Rooster 9.1m | Rosarito Miss 3.1m |
| 3/7 | 6 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Mimosa Homes Pace | 6.9m | $10,000 | Aaron Dunn | Fr6 | - | $2.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (58.5, 29.0) | Castle Retreat | Frankie 5.3m | Maxactor 1.6m |
| 8/9 | 20 Feb 2021 | Terang | 1680m | - | NR 66 to 74. | Morsbearings Dominator | 9.9m | $20,000 | Aaron Dunn | Fr2 | - | $6.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (58.3, 28.8) | Off the Radar | Major Meister NZ HFNK | Nancys Boy NZ 1.6m |
| 1/12 | 9 Feb 2021 | Swanhil | 2240m | - | NR 56 to 66. | Vernon'S Steelyard Pace | - | $7,000 | Aaron Dunn | Sr5 | - | $3.10 | - | - | 1:58.4 (55.5, 26.9) | Maxactor | Bruised Ego 4.6m | Bettor Romance 2.8m |
Sire
Auckland Reactor NZ
Dam
Miss Potential
Trained at
Horsham
Colours
Blue, Yellow Triangular Quarters, White Sleeves With Blue Diamonds
Owners
A J (Aaron) Dunn
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron Dunn | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A J Dunn | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
10 years old
Sex
Black - Gelding
Breeding
Village Jasper USA - Our Angel Flight (In the Pocket USA)
Best MR
1:54.7MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly ...
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
23-0-2-5
This Season
30-3-3-4
Career
130-15-24-14
Prize Money
$164,273
Win Range
1720 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
0061340842
Last Run
5 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 130-15-24-14 | 0-0-0-0 | 62-4-9-8 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 30-3-3-4 | 23-0-2-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 12% | 0% | 6% | 0% | 0% | 10% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 41% | 0% | 34% | 0% | 0% | 33% | 30% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 11 | - | 11 | - | - | 5 | 11 | - | - |
| 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 | 13 Sep 2021 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 56 to 62. | Maryborough Advertiser | 10.8m | $7,000 | Jordan Leedham | Sr1 | - | $21.30 | 5 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (55.4, 28.0) | Beach Music | Carload 10.8m | Fightnfury HFNK |
| 4/7 | 8 Sep 2021 | Stawell | 2180m | - | - | Tab Long May We Play Claim | 6.6m | $7,000 | Alex Ashwood | Fr5 | - | $3.70 | 5 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (58.4, 29.4) | Pocket Thedeal NZ | Our Sir Oliver 6.0m | Lexus on the Beach HFHD |
| 8/9 | 3 Sep 2021 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Carlton & United Breweries | 12.8m | $10,000 | Glenn Douglas | Fr5 | - | $46.60 | 6 days ago | - | 1:59.4 (57.2, 27.0) | Supreme Dominator NZ | Roll Along Styx NZ SHFHD | Daylight at Dawn HFNK |
| 11/12 | 28 Aug 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Vicbred Championship Final | 21.4m | $30,000 | Glenn Douglas | Fr3 | - | $123.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (55.9, 28.2) | Yianni | Shady Azz 6.0m | Sofala 3.4m |
| 4/10 | 21 Aug 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Vicbred C'Ship Ht2 | 5.5m | $20,000 | Glenn Douglas | Fr1 | - | $19.30 | 5 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (57.2, 27.9) | The Last Chance | Belladonna Girl 3.4m | Sanday 1.6m |
| 3/5 | 16 Aug 2021 | Marybro | 2190m | - | - | Bernie And Amanda Crameri | 4.3m | $10,000 | John Caldow | Fr1 | - | $6.40 | 3 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (56.0, 27.7) | Bernie Winkle NZ | Pocket Thedeal NZ 1.0m | Carload 3.3m |
| 1/5 | 13 Aug 2021 | Yar Val | 2150m | - | - | Yarra Valley Toyota Pace | - | $7,000 | John Caldow | Fr4 | - | $4.50 | 4 days ago | - | 1:58.8 (56.8, 28.6) | Carload | Pocket Thedeal NZ 3.4m | Chapter One NZ 1.4m |
| 6/10 | 9 Aug 2021 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR 55 to 65. | Vale Robert Bobby Burke | 20.8m | $7,000 | Jordan Leedham | Sr2 | - | $16.80 | 9 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (55.4, 27.7) | Hes Ideal | Dont Tell Tom NZ 7.8m | Dot the Eye HFHD |
| 10/10 | 31 Jul 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 84. | Join The Vhrc Pace | 23.3m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $58.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.8 (56.0, 28.1) | Tango Tara NZ | Huli Nien 3.0m | Stingray Tara NZ 1.8m |
| 10/12 | 24 Jul 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Jet Roofing Winter C'Ship | 16.5m | $30,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $153.00 | - | - | 1:59.0 (56.9, 28.2) | Soho Bollinger | Batman Barry 2.7m | Yianni 4.2m |
Sire
Village Jasper USA
Dam
Our Angel Flight
Trained at
Strathfieldsaye
Colours
Blue, Prostate Cancer Foundation Logo, White Sleeves
Owners
S J (Steve) Warren
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Caldow | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Douglas | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Lite Jagermeister NZ (In the Pocket USA)
Best MR
1:55.1MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.3MS
Gear
Bit - Other, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Lugging Pole N/S, Neck Strap, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-0-0
Distance
10-1-2-1
Track & Distance
1-0-0-0
Last Season
23-6-2-2
This Season
13-1-2-1
Career
36-7-4-3
Prize Money
$303,445
Win Range
1650 - 2400
Last 10 Starts
3447x89950
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 | 36-7-4-3 | 10-1-2-1 | 21-5-3-2 | 1-0-0-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 13-1-2-1 | 23-6-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 19% | 10% | 24% | 0% | 0% | 8% | 26% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 39% | 40% | 48% | 0% | 0% | 31% | 43% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 6 | 6 | - | - | 7 | 5 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 11 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 76 to 84. | Del Re National Food Group | 18.4m | $20,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr4 | - | $29.00 | 49 days ago | - | 1:59.9 (56.0, 27.1) | Would You Mind NZ | My Bettor Lady NZ 2.8m | Master Moonlite NZ 2.7m |
| 5/9 | 24 Jul 2021 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 68 to 79. | Bob Knight M'Rial Vicbred | 8.0m | $20,000 | Zac Phillips | Sr1 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (57.4, 28.0) | Huli Nien | Sanday 3.3m | Soextra, the Last Chance 3.8m |
| 9/10 | 17 Jul 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Winter Championship Ht 1 | 12.8m | $20,000 | Zac Phillips | Sr3 | - | $8.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:00.6 (56.8, 28.0) | Soho Bollinger | Tango Tara NZ HFHD | Denis William 3.8m |
| 9/10 | 3 Jul 2021 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 8.6m | $20,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr7 | - | $30.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (55.6, 27.7) | Jamieson Steele | Highway to Heaven NZ 1.3m | Still Hungover NK |
| 8/11 | 26 Jun 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Vhrc Thanks Emmy Mazzetti | 15.4m | $20,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr6 | - | $25.70 | 77 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (55.6, 27.1) | Torrid Saint | Highway to Heaven NZ 4.0m | Regulus 4.5m |
| 7/10 | 10 Apr 2021 | Mildura | 2600m | - | NR up to 120. | Tasco Mildura Pacing Cup | 10.2m | $60,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr1 | - | $9.50 | 4 days ago | - | 1:59.7 (56.7, 28.9) | Mach Dan | Silent Major NZ HD | Like a Wildfire NZ 4.5m |
| 4/9 | 6 Apr 2021 | Mildura | 2600m | - | NR up to 120. | Tasco Mildura Cup Ht | 21.3m | $10,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr1 | - | $4.30 | 17 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (57.7, 29.1) | Silent Major NZ | Like a Wildfire NZ NK | Egodan 8.2m |
| 4/7 | 20 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | City Of Melton Plate Xxxii | 6.2m | $50,000 | Zac Phillips | Fr4 | - | $26.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (55.7, 27.5) | Wolf Stride | Max Delight 1.9m | Zoliver 1.6m |
| 3/10 | 13 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 76 to 84. | Nutrien Equine Pace | 1.9m | $20,000 | Zac Phillips | Sr1 | - | $5.30 | 12 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (56.1, 27.9) | Glenavril King | Pembrook Charlie NZ HD | Major Meister NZ 1.5m |
| 1/11 | 1 Mar 2021 | Yar Val | 2150m | - | NR 62 to 71. | Eastern Challenge | - | $25,000 | Ryan Duffy | Sr4 | - | $5.40 | - | - | 1:56.9 (57.8, 28.8) | Major Meister NZ | Cant Top This HFHD | Hes Under Wraps NZ 5.4m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Lite Jagermeister NZ
Trained at
Charlton
Colours
White, Black Braces, Yoke & Cuffs, Yellow Stars & Piping.
Owners
R G Weightman, J Canestra
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zac Phillips | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A F Kelly | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |


D: Michelle Phillips (a(C))
T: J F McCullagh
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Art Major USA - Atworthy Maid (Presidential Ball USA)
Best MR
1:56.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.9MS
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Blinkers pull down,,, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Gear Changes
Removed: Bit - Other; Added: Bit - Lugging
Today's Stats
Track
3-0-2-0
Distance
2-0-1-0
Track & Distance
2-0-1-0
Last Season
23-5-4-3
This Season
14-1-0-3
Career
47-7-7-7
Prize Money
$56,268
Win Range
1720 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
1775384385
Last Run
22 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 47-7-7-7 | 2-0-1-0 | 31-6-4-6 | 3-0-2-0 | 2-0-1-0 | 14-1-0-3 | 23-5-4-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 0% | 19% | 0% | 0% | 7% | 22% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 45% | 50% | 52% | 67% | 50% | 29% | 52% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 6 | - | - |
| 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 | 27 Aug 2021 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Decoglaze Pace | 7.8m | $10,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr1 | - | $35.90 | 6 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (56.3, 27.9) | My Bettor Lady NZ | Sheffield Sparky NZ 4.1m | Hezacrocwatcher NZ HD |
| 8/9 | 21 Aug 2021 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | - | Dnr Logistics Pace | 12.9m | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr5 | - | $54.10 | 28 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (55.6, 26.6) | Major Manbar | Hurricane Hall 1.1m | Allset NZ HFNK |
| 3/8 | 24 Jul 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Ken 'Snowy' Chapman M'Rial | 25.9m | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr3 | - | $10.70 | 8 days ago | - | 1:59.6 (57.7, 28.7) | Nikki Louise | Belladonna Girl 25.6m | Yannarie HD |
| 4/10 | 16 Jul 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 60 to 72. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 10.9m | $7,000 | Zac Phillips | Sr1 | - | $8.20 | 13 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.6, 28.5) | Night Spirit | The Sportz Star 6.7m | Village Voice 1.6m |
| 8/10 | 3 Jul 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Alabar Bloodstock Pace | 21.1m | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr6 | - | $16.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (55.4, 27.8) | She Will Rock | Belladonna Girl 7.8m | Momentslikethese HD |
| 3/10 | 26 Jun 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 65 to 89. | Vhrc Thanks Bob Smith Pace | 3.6m | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr6 | - | $116.30 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (56.3, 28.1) | Still Hungover | Shes a Hovercraft 2.7m | Yannarie NK |
| 5/9 | 12 Jun 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Alamora Tarneit Pace | 11.6m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $58.40 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (56.0, 27.9) | Soho Broadway | Helgart HD | Final Peace 6.6m |
| 7/11 | 29 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 69 to 78. | Schweppes Pace | 10.7m | $10,000 | Michelle Phillips | Sr1 | - | $16.40 | 28 days ago | - | 1:59.4 (57.4, 28.0) | Hugo Rocks | Heaven in Locksley NK | Stingray Tara NZ 4.3m |
| 7/12 | 1 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Benstud Standardbreds | 35.2m | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr1 | - | $14.10 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (58.6, 29.6) | Crime Writer | Major Assassin 18.0m | Typhoon Stride NZ 7.9m |
| 1/10 | 17 Apr 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | - | Devcon Properties Pace | - | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr3 | - | $9.90 | - | - | 1:57.5 (55.9, 28.4) | Yannarie | Daylight at Dawn 3.6m | Fynn Frost NZ 2.1m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Atworthy Maid
Trained at
Rockbank
Colours
Green & Yellow Checks, Yellow Yoke, Green Sleeves
Owners
J F (John) McCullagh
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Phillips | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J F McCullagh | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |


D: James Herbertson (a(C,5))
T: A A Herbertson
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
10 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Pet Rock USA - Hanover Chance NZ (Holmes Hanover USA)
Best MR
1:55.7MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.5MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Extension, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Blinkers - Murphy Blind N/S, Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Chin Rest, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Shaft Spreaders, Shoes - Front, Sho ...
Today's Stats
Track
5-2-1-0
Distance
5-1-1-1
Track & Distance
3-1-0-0
Last Season
15-5-2-2
This Season
28-3-3-2
Career
70-11-10-10
Prize Money
$205,380
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
0184224084
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 | 70-11-10-10 | 5-1-1-1 | 37-6-5-5 | 5-2-1-0 | 3-1-0-0 | 28-3-3-2 | 15-5-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 20% | 16% | 40% | 33% | 11% | 33% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 44% | 60% | 43% | 60% | 33% | 29% | 60% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 2 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 11 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 67 to 75. | Allied Express Pace | 13.2m | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $4.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (56.0, 27.4) | Denis William | Joonior Brown 4.2m | Duty Bound NZ 2.7m |
| 8/12 | 4 Sep 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Waste Sense Pace | 10.5m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr4 | - | $20.30 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (57.7, 27.5) | Brantley NZ | Mongiana 1.1m | Blue Chip Delight NZ 1.9m |
| 12/12 | 28 Aug 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Vicbred Championship Final | 22.4m | $30,000 | Glen Craven | Sr1 | - | $27.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (55.9, 28.2) | Yianni | Shady Azz 6.0m | Sofala 3.4m |
| 4/10 | 21 Aug 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Vicbred C'Ship Ht1 | 16.8m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $10.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (55.2, 27.0) | Yianni | Shady Azz 8.5m | Cool Rocking Daddy 7.8m |
| 2/6 | 13 Aug 2021 | Mildura | 2190m | - | NR 60 to 75. | Mildura Plumbing Plus Pace | 4.5m | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $2.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (56.3, 27.9) | Shady Azz | Hugo Rocks 4.5m | Promise Me Heaven 3.8m |
| 2/9 | 6 Aug 2021 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR 62 to 75. | Del-Re National Food Group | 12.8m | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Sr2 | - | $2.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (55.9, 27.8) | Boxofchocolates | Hugo Rocks 12.8m | Azza NZ 2.0m |
| 4/10 | 31 Jul 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 84. | Join The Vhrc Pace | 7.8m | $20,000 | Glen Craven | Fr5 | - | $41.70 | 15 days ago | - | 1:58.8 (56.0, 28.1) | Tango Tara NZ | Huli Nien 3.0m | Stingray Tara NZ 1.8m |
| 8/10 | 16 Jul 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 60 to 72. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 19.7m | $7,000 | Jayden Barker | Sr3 | - | $2.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.6, 28.5) | Night Spirit | The Sportz Star 6.7m | Village Voice 1.6m |
| 1/9 | 9 Jul 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 62 to 75. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | - | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $20.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (57.5, 29.1) | Hugo Rocks | Dadndave NZ 3.0m | Master Moonlite NZ 2.3m |
| 11/12 | 3 Jul 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 68 to 77. | Great Ocean Rd Real Estate | 47.9m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr5 | - | $116.00 | - | - | 1:54.0 (55.6, 28.2) | Jimmy the Irishman NZ | Bar Room Banta 1.9m | Would You Mind NZ HFNK |
Sire
Pet Rock USA
Dam
Hanover Chance NZ
Trained at
Lexton
Colours
Light Blue, Ballarat Pressings Logo, White Sleeves, Royal Blue Collar, Waistband & Cuffs
Owners
K M (Keith) Parry
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A A Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
13 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Somebeachsomewhere USA - Im Sassi NZ (Falcon Seelster USA)
Best MR
1:55.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.9MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Length 61, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible
Gear Changes
Removed: Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens; Added: Open Bridle, Deafeners - Removable
Today's Stats
Track
2-0-0-0
Distance
2-0-0-0
Track & Distance
2-0-0-0
Last Season
26-2-2-2
This Season
22-2-1-1
Career
186-25-22-23
Prize Money
$334,104
Win Range
1730 - 2631
Last 10 Starts
290x577656
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 | 186-25-22-23 | 2-0-0-0 | 74-10-6-13 | 2-0-0-0 | 2-0-0-0 | 22-2-1-1 | 26-2-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 0% | 14% | 0% | 0% | 9% | 8% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 38% | 0% | 39% | 0% | 0% | 18% | 23% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 10 | - | 10 | - | - | 9 | 10 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 11 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 76 to 84. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 18.7m | $10,000 | Scott Ewen | Fr7 | - | $4.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.2, 28.0) | Jean Luc NZ | Im Shadow Boxer HD | Regulus 10.5m |
| 5/9 | 4 Sep 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Allied Express Pace | 13.6m | $20,000 | Scott Ewen | Fr5 | - | $65.90 | 8 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (55.7, 27.6) | I Cast No Shadow NZ | Tango Tara NZ HD | Love Ina Chevy NZ 12.0m |
| 6/9 | 27 Aug 2021 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Decoglaze Pace | 8.4m | $10,000 | Abbey Turnbull | Sr4 | - | $8.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (56.3, 27.9) | My Bettor Lady NZ | Sheffield Sparky NZ 4.1m | Hezacrocwatcher NZ HD |
| 7/9 | 21 Aug 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 80 to 89. | John Joffa Donalds Winners | 8.2m | $20,000 | Tayla French | Fr4 | - | $21.20 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.7 (57.6, 29.2) | Im No Outlaw NZ | Soho Bollinger 1.4m | Ozzie Battler 1.3m |
| 7/12 | 14 Aug 2021 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Tab Melton Pace Final | 16.8m | $30,000 | Scott Ewen | Sr2 | - | $218.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (56.1, 28.0) | Tango Tara NZ | Krafty Bart 1.8m | Ozzie Battler 6.9m |
| 5/8 | 7 Aug 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Melton City Council Pace | 10.3m | $20,000 | Scott Ewen | Fr6 | - | $177.50 | 84 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.4, 28.4) | Im No Outlaw NZ | Tango Tara NZ HFHD | Idealsomemagic 6.1m |
| 10/11 | 15 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 94. | Melton Toyota Pace | 25.6m | $20,000 | Scott Ewen | Sr3 | - | $14.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.6, 27.5) | Boy From Bondi | Torrid Saint 1.5m | Love Ina Chevy NZ 12.2m |
| 9/11 | 8 May 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 105. | Del-Re National Food Group | 11.4m | $20,000 | Scott Ewen | Fr2 | - | $64.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 28.5) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Rupert of Lincoln NZ 3.3m | Majestic Cruiser HFHD |
| 2/9 | 1 May 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Waste Sense Pace | HFNK | $20,000 | Scott Ewen | Sr2 | - | $21.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (57.0, 28.4) | Glenavril King | Assassinator HFNK | Maestro Bellini 5.4m |
| 5/10 | 24 Apr 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Www.donaldsracing.com.au | 8.1m | $20,000 | Scott Ewen | Fr2 | - | $29.20 | - | - | 1:54.1 (56.3, 27.6) | Sonny Weaver NZ | Im Anothermasterpiece NZ HD | Idealsomemagic 3.7m |
Sire
Somebeachsomewhere USA
Dam
Im Sassi NZ
Trained at
Virginia
Colours
Blue, Cerise V & Sleeves
Owners
C Nicol, J C Nicol
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tayla French | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S L Ewen | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Asabella NZ (In the Pocket USA)
Best MR
1:53.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:58.1MS
Gear
Bit - Pulling, Blinkers - Murphy Blind N/S, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Length 61, Neck Strap, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Vi ...
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
3-1-1-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
17-2-1-0
This Season
21-10-3-3
Career
54-16-6-4
Prize Money
$119,352
Win Range
1385 - 2600
Last 10 Starts
3111114110
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 | 54-16-6-4 | 3-1-1-0 | 16-6-3-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 21-10-3-3 | 17-2-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 30% | 33% | 38% | 0% | 0% | 48% | 12% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 48% | 67% | 63% | 0% | 0% | 76% | 18% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 3 | 3 | - | - | 1 | 9 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11 | 11 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 76 to 84. | Del Re National Food Group | 22.5m | $20,000 | Alex Ashwood | Fr6 | - | $39.30 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.9 (56.0, 27.1) | Would You Mind NZ | My Bettor Lady NZ 2.8m | Master Moonlite NZ 2.7m |
| 1/12 | 4 Sep 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Waste Sense Pace | - | $20,000 | Alex Ashwood | Sr2 | - | $71.70 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (57.7, 27.5) | Brantley NZ | Mongiana 1.1m | Blue Chip Delight NZ 1.9m |
| 1/8 | 21 Aug 2021 | G Derby | 2230m | - | NR 60 to 71 | Pace | - | $6,999 | Wayne Hill | Fr2 | - | $9.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.1 (59.5, 30.1) | Brantley NZ | Lochinvar Hugo 2.5m | Steam Cleaned, Crookwell Jake 7.9m |
| 4/5 | 14 Aug 2021 | G Derby | 2230m | - | NR 70 or better. | Pace | 20.2m | $6,999 | Ryan Hryhorec | FT Fr2 | - | $8.80 | 36 days ago | - | 2:00.6 (56.0, 28.2) | Jaccka Ted NZ | Culture King 5.8m | Ellmers Hoofing It NZ 5.7m |
| 1/10 | 9 Jul 2021 | Mildura | 1790m | - | - | Tankard Dental Pace | - | $15,000 | Wayne Hill | Fr6 | - | $13.10 | 13 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (56.4, 28.5) | Brantley NZ | Son of Rayson 4.9m | Minimum Wage 12.4m |
| 1/6 | 26 Jun 2021 | G Derby | 1385m | - | No NR. | Pace | - | $14,000 | Ryan Hryhorec | Fr5 | - | $2.15 | 5 days ago | - | 1:55.6 | Brantley NZ | Bottle Rock NZ 3.6m | Delightful Gnp NZ 2.0m |
| 1/6 | 21 Jun 2021 | G Derby | 1385m | - | NR up to 55 | Pace | - | $3,499 | Ryan Hryhorec | Fr5 | - | $1.95 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.4 | Brantley NZ | Delightful Gnp NZ 2.1m | Thebattlesjusbegun 1.8m |
| 1/6 | 15 Jun 2021 | G Derby | 1385m | - | No NR. | Pace | - | $3,499 | Ryan Hryhorec | Fr3 | - | $2.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:57.8 | Brantley NZ | Delightful Gnp NZ 1.4m | Bottle Rock NZ 2.3m |
| 1/6 | 7 Jun 2021 | G Derby | 1385m | - | No NR. | Pace | - | $3,499 | Ryan Hryhorec | Fr2 | - | $2.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.5 | Brantley NZ | Arrokeefe NK | Ayejayem 2.0m |
| 3/6 | 31 May 2021 | G Derby | 1385m | - | No NR. | Pace | 7.0m | $3,499 | Ryan Hryhorec | Fr3 | - | $1.50 | - | - | 1:55.2 | Arrokeefe | Rosiano NK | Brantley NZ 6.0m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Asabella NZ
Trained at
Buchfelde
Colours
Red, Blue Stars, Blue & White Checked Sleeves, Red Cuffs, Blue Collar & Waistband
Owners
B S (Brent) Francis
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Ashwood | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A J Bain | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Horse
Breeding
Betterthancheddar USA - Charlotte Church NZ (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:53.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.7MS
Gear
Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Burr - Rein O/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 570, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Blinkers - S ...
Today's Stats
Track
4-2-0-0
Distance
3-1-0-0
Track & Distance
3-1-0-0
Last Season
5-1-0-0
This Season
11-1-0-0
Career
34-10-1-0
Prize Money
$87,755
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
05551470x7
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 | 34-10-1-0 | 3-1-0-0 | 23-7-1-0 | 4-2-0-0 | 3-1-0-0 | 11-1-0-0 | 5-1-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 29% | 33% | 30% | 50% | 33% | 9% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 32% | 33% | 35% | 50% | 33% | 9% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 10 | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 11 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 67 to 75. | Vhrc Thanks Richriver Golf | 9.8m | $20,000 | Michael Stanley | Sr4 | - | $104.00 | 140 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (55.4, 27.2) | Better Eclipse | Hes Under Wraps NZ 2.2m | Roll Along Styx NZ 1.5m |
| 10/10 | 24 Apr 2021 | Albpark | 1660m | - | Band 5 | The Creek Members Band 5 | 28.5m | $14,060 | Ricky Thurlow | Fr5 | - | $34.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (56.9, 29.1) | L L Cool J NZ | Pacific Drums HD | Little Bolt 3.8m |
| 7/9 | 17 Apr 2021 | Albpark | 2138m | - | Band 5 | Changeover Band 5 Pace | 7.3m | $14,660 | Ricky Thurlow | Fr1 | - | $2.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (56.7, 29.1) | Rocknroll Icon | Square Dealer NZ 3.5m | One Off NZ 2.5m |
| 4/10 | 10 Apr 2021 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Irt Horse Transport | 5.4m | $20,400 | Leonard Cain | Fr8 | - | $16.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (55.9, 27.2) | Bundoran NZ | Red Reactor NZ 1.8m | Ziggy Rocks 1.8m |
| 1/7 | 26 Mar 2021 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Rain Saver Water Systems | - | $13,260 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr5 | - | $1.75 | 13 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (56.5, 28.1) | Watch List | We Salute You 1.6m | Zhukov Leis 1.2m |
| 5/10 | 13 Mar 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 66 to 75. | Benstud Standardbreds | 5.0m | $20,000 | Michael Stanley | Fr6 | - | $32.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (56.3, 27.7) | Plan Ce | Zoliver 1.9m | Vanity Bay HFHD |
| 5/9 | 6 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Menzclub Pace | 8.2m | $20,000 | Michael Stanley | Fr2 | - | $8.80 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (56.8, 28.6) | Jilliby Lorenzo | Major Manbar HD | Hugo Rocks 1.1m |
| 5/11 | 26 Feb 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 65 to 74. | Jack Rabbit Winery Pace | 6.2m | $20,000 | Ryan Duffy | Sr5 | - | $11.10 | 13 days ago | - | 2:00.9 (56.5, 28.4) | Iolanta NZ | Young Rooster 1.9m | Explicit Castle HD |
| 10/11 | 13 Feb 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 68 to 75. | Woodlands Stud Vicbred | 35.0m | $20,000 | Michael Stanley | Sr1 | - | $39.50 | 28 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.3, 28.3) | Boy From Bondi | Major Meister NZ 11.5m | Belittled 7.9m |
| 4/10 | 16 Jan 2021 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 66 to 72. | Alabar Pace | 11.3m | $20,000 | Ryan Duffy | Fr1 | - | $3.10 | - | - | 1:58.1 (56.2, 29.0) | Starsbythebeach | Scorcha 3.1m | Ozzie Battler 5.7m |
Sire
Betterthancheddar USA
Dam
Charlotte Church NZ
Trained at
Burrumbeet
Colours
White, Prostate Cancer Foundation Logo, Blue Sleeves
Owners
G C Browne, J B Jenkins, B Crouch, M Crouch, T Walker, M Hurley, M J McLellan, M Lanigan
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Stanley | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M I Stanley | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Horse
Breeding
Mach Three CA - Aston Villa USA (Artsplace (US))
Best MR
1:53.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.7MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 62, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
2-1-0-0
Distance
1-0-0-0
Track & Distance
1-0-0-0
Last Season
16-5-2-2
This Season
3-0-1-2
Career
32-8-4-6
Prize Money
$103,758
Win Range
1650 - 2180
Last 10 Starts
211154323x
Last Run
182 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 32-8-4-6 | 1-0-0-0 | 16-5-0-5 | 2-1-0-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 3-0-1-2 | 16-5-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 25% | 0% | 31% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 31% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 56% | 0% | 63% | 50% | 0% | 100% | 56% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | - | 4 | 3 | - | 3 | 3 | - | - |
| 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 | 20 Mar 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | City Of Melton Plate Xxxii | 3.5m | $50,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $58.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (55.7, 27.5) | Wolf Stride | Max Delight 1.9m | Zoliver 1.6m |
| 2/10 | 13 Mar 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 66 to 75. | Benstud Standardbreds | 1.9m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr2 | - | $5.50 | 42 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (56.3, 27.7) | Plan Ce | Zoliver 1.9m | Vanity Bay HFHD |
| 3/7 | 30 Jan 2021 | Melton | 1200m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Mercury80 4th Heat | 5.9m | $20,000 | Anthony Butt | Fr3 | - | $5.50 | 35 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (56.2, 26.7) | Yorkshire NZ | Diamonds N Cash NZ 5.8m | Zoliver SHFHD |
| 4/8 | 26 Dec 2020 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Decoglaze Vicbred Pace | 13.9m | $20,000 | Anthony Butt | Fr7 | - | $3.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (55.7, 28.0) | Steel Screens | Franco Jolto 4.3m | Radius 2.0m |
| 5/10 | 19 Dec 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | G Rothacker M'Rial C'Ship | 3.4m | $30,000 | Anthony Butt | Fr5 | - | $6.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (56.1, 27.7) | Yorkshire NZ | Franco Jolto NK | Mr Bohannon NZ HFHD |
| 1/8 | 12 Dec 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Rothacker M'Rial C'Ship Ht | - | $20,000 | Anthony Butt | Fr6 | - | $9.90 | 6 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (55.3, 27.5) | Zoliver | Mr Bohannon NZ HFHD | Rollova NZ 1.2m |
| 1/8 | 6 Dec 2020 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 55 to 65. | Lather Up Pace | - | $7,000 | Kyal Costello | Fr7 | - | $2.60 | 21 days ago | - | 2:00.6 (59.4, 30.0) | Zoliver | Denis William 2.8m | Crocrock 1.5m |
| 1/9 | 15 Nov 2020 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 55 to 60. | Blue Hills Rise Pace | - | $7,000 | Kyal Costello | Fr5 | - | $4.20 | 51 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (56.8, 28.3) | Zoliver | Apollo Rock 5.6m | Maxines Delight 9.8m |
| 2/10 | 25 Sep 2020 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Alabar Pace | HFHD | $7,000 | Kyal Costello | Sr2 | - | $2.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.1 (57.2, 28.5) | Sassyola | Zoliver HD | Aimforthestarzzz 1.6m |
| 7/8 | 18 Sep 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 54 to 64. | Allied Express Pace | 16.1m | $10,000 | Ahmed Taiba | Sr1 | - | $1.60 | - | - | 1:57.7 (56.8, 28.5) | The Whole Package | Malibu Jack 6.6m | Son of Major 4.1m |
Sire
Mach Three CA
Dam
Aston Villa USA
Trained at
Mallalla
Colours
Black, White Lightning Bolts
Owners
S (Sam) Taiba
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riley Butt | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Taiba | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Somebeachsomewhere USA - Summa of Dreams (Live or Die USA)
Best MR
1:55.3MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
2-0-1-0
Distance
2-0-1-0
Track & Distance
2-0-1-0
Last Season
10-1-3-1
This Season
8-3-3-0
Career
18-4-6-1
Prize Money
$154,514
Win Range
1755 - 2180
Last 10 Starts
7x22144211
Last Run
10 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 18-4-6-1 | 2-0-1-0 | 16-3-5-1 | 2-0-1-0 | 2-0-1-0 | 8-3-3-0 | 10-1-3-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 22% | 0% | 19% | 0% | 0% | 38% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 61% | 50% | 56% | 50% | 50% | 75% | 50% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 8 Sep 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 54 to 64. | Yorkshire Park Pace | - | $7,000 | Leigh Sutton | Sr2 | - | $4.10 | 26 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.4, 28.2) | Spring in His Step | Magic Mike NZ 3.4m | Codys Colt 2.7m |
| 1/9 | 13 Aug 2021 | Yar Val | 2150m | - | NR 54 to 64. | Barry Plant Croydon Pace | - | $7,000 | David Moran | Fr6 | - | $1.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (56.3, 27.9) | Spring in His Step | Magic Mike NZ 3.6m | Codys Colt 1.0m |
| 2/7 | 30 Jul 2021 | Balarat | 2200m | - | - | C & H Holloway 3yo Classic | HD | $15,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr2 | - | $5.40 | 13 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.5, 28.2) | Go Dancing | Spring in His Step HD | Pray Tell 20.4m |
| 4/8 | 17 Jul 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | - | Barwon Facilities 3yo Pace | 9.5m | $10,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr6 | - | $5.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (57.2, 28.0) | Captain Bellasario | Dessie Gee 4.0m | Kurun Express 4.8m |
| 4/6 | 3 Jul 2021 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | - | Garrards Horse & Hound 3yo | 11.9m | $10,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr3 | - | $2.60 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (58.0, 30.1) | Bondi Lockdown | Apieceoflou NZ 5.2m | Jilliby Dynamite 4.9m |
| 1/7 | 24 Jun 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 46 to 55. | Jet Roofing 3yo Vicbred | - | $7,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr3 | - | $1.60 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.7 (56.6, 27.5) | Spring in His Step | Captain Bellasario HFNK | My Golden Eagle 27.1m |
| 2/12 | 18 Jun 2021 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 48 to 59. | George Croxford Tribute | 5.6m | $25,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr1 | - | $3.70 | 35 days ago | - | 1:58.1 (56.3, 28.5) | One Two Many | Spring in His Step 5.6m | Go Dancing 8.0m |
| 2/12 | 14 May 2021 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 46 to 55. | Kensington Gardens 3yo | HD | $7,000 | Daryl Douglas | Fr6 | - | $3.70 | 134 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (57.2, 28.4) | Yambukian | Spring in His Step HD | Dessie Gee 8.5m |
| 7/12 | 31 Dec 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 2yo C&g Final | 23.0m | $130,000 | Daryl Douglas | Sr4 | - | $71.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (55.6, 28.5) | Kimble | Idyllic 6.0m | Major Moth 1.8m |
| 3/12 | 22 Dec 2020 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 2yo C&g Semi-Final | 7.6m | $20,000 | Daryl Douglas | Sr3 | - | $10.10 | - | - | 1:59.0 (55.9, 26.9) | Idyllic | Viva La Rock 7.2m | Spring in His Step HD |
Sire
Somebeachsomewhere USA
Dam
Summa of Dreams
Trained at
Lemnos
Colours
Dark Green & White Checks, Black & White Hooped Sleeves
Owners
T S Rivett, W M Rivett
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R W Jack | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |









Race comment
OVERVIEW: Like so many races at metro level these days, this will be a learning experience as much a punting opportunity. Without disrespecting their list of adversaries, this middle-trip contest looks likely to be dominated by SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) the evolving 3YO that’s rapidly reaching his potential and ABOUTTIME (9) the speed freak from Australia’s strongest stable. And from a race shape perspective it’s SPRING IN HIS STEP’S (4) race to lose. Don’t expect that well bred talent to blaze across early, but he should begin quickly enough to deny those outside him before ultimately finding the front given every pacer drawn to his left should concede his superiority when asked to stand down. Should the lead be his then SPRING IN HIS STEP (4) can play pacing point-guard in transit. First dropping anchor and then reacting to the moves from those around him. While this scenario develops Dave Moran has a decision to make with ABOUTTIME (9). He can try for a miracle move to catch the leader napping, he can sit, stalk and rip at a time of his choosing, or he can circle and park through the middle stages. The moat likely plan will be a conservative one and then life becomes tough. If there’s little top end pressure ABOUTTIME (9) will face an impossible task and as well as he trialled recently, there’s much evidence to suggest he’s far from affective leading than chasing. Despite all this he is the major threat with smaller hoped going to ZOLIVER (10), MAXACTOR (5) and ASSASSINATOR (11) at least. EARLY SPEED: 4 (Potential Leader) + 1,2,3,5,6?,7? RATINGS: 4/ 9/ 10/ 5/ 11/ 6/ 3/ 12/ 8/ 1/ 2/ 7