Melton R7 THE BIG SCREEN COMPANY PACE
The Big Screen Company Pace
8:03pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 80 to 94. • No age restrictions • $20,0008:03pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 80 to 94. • No age restrictions • $20,000
Race Notes
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Somebeachsomewhere USA - Summa of Dreams (Live or Die USA)
Best MR
1:53.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.8MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Whip, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens
Today's Stats
Track
10-3-1-2
Distance
6-1-0-2
Track & Distance
6-1-0-2
Last Season
13-5-3-1
This Season
5-2-0-0
Career
28-8-6-2
Prize Money
$154,514
Win Range
1720 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
16531148x4
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 | 28-8-6-2 | 6-1-0-2 | 21-5-5-2 | 10-3-1-2 | 6-1-0-2 | 5-2-0-0 | 13-5-3-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 29% | 17% | 24% | 30% | 17% | 40% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 57% | 50% | 57% | 60% | 50% | 40% | 69% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 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 | 28 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Melton Centrals Football | 3.8m | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr3 | - | $4.20 | 98 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (56.1, 28.3) | Cant Top This | Yankee Gold NZ NK | Firerockfireroll 1.6m |
| 8/10 | 19 Feb 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Chariots Of Fire G1 | 18.1m | $250,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr5 | - | $41.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:47.6 (55.1, 27.9) | Better Eclipse | Bondi Lockdown 1.4m | Chevron Art NZ 4.0m |
| 4/10 | 5 Feb 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Hondo Grattan Stakes | 6.4m | $50,000 | Amanda Turnbull | Fr2 | - | $8.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:50.5 (54.7, 26.6) | Titian Raider | Bettor Call Me NZ 1.9m | Delightful Dude NZ 4.1m |
| 1/12 | 29 Jan 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | The Breakthrough Final | - | $50,000 | David Moran | Fr6 | - | $9.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (56.7, 28.5) | Spring in His Step | Kimble 6.2m | Bernie Winkle NZ 6.2m |
| 1/7 | 22 Jan 2022 | Balarat | 2200m | - | - | Total Animal Supplies Pace | - | $20,000 | David Moran | Fr3 | - | $4.40 | 22 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (57.1, 27.7) | Spring in His Step, Ilikemebettor | - | Rick Reilly NZ 6.1m |
| 3/12 | 31 Dec 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 3yo C&g Final | 5.5m | $130,000 | David Moran | Fr2 | - | $51.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (55.6, 28.1) | Bondi Lockdown | Narutac Prince 4.9m | Spring in His Step HD |
| 5/12 | 22 Dec 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 3yo C&g Semi-Final | 9.1m | $20,000 | David Moran | Fr1 | - | $5.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (57.5, 26.7) | Longfellow | Kimble NK | Better Eclipse 2.8m |
| 6/11 | 15 Dec 2021 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | - | Vicbred 3yo C & G Ht | 8.0m | $10,000 | David Moran | Fr1 | - | $2.40 | 4 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (56.3, 27.0) | Better Eclipse | Go Dancing 3.9m | Yambukian HFNK |
| 1/10 | 11 Dec 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | G Rothacker Memorial Final | - | $30,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $1.35 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (55.9, 27.2) | Spring in His Step | Sew What 3.2m | Villacci NK |
| 1/10 | 4 Dec 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Rothacker M'Rial C'Ship Ht | - | $20,000 | David Moran | Fr5 | - | $2.80 | - | - | 1:53.8 (57.1, 28.3) | Spring in His Step | Im Shadow Boxer HFHD | Villacci 1.6m |
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
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Jack | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R W Jack | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
For a Reason - Regaltive (Stonebridge Regal USA)
Best MR
1:54.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.4MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Bit N/S, Burr - Rein N/S, Chin Rest, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
10-1-3-0
Distance
8-1-3-0
Track & Distance
8-1-3-0
Last Season
13-5-0-2
This Season
18-4-6-0
Career
39-10-9-3
Prize Money
$97,090
Win Range
1690 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
2252115262
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 | 39-10-9-3 | 8-1-3-0 | 20-3-6-1 | 10-1-3-0 | 8-1-3-0 | 18-4-6-0 | 13-5-0-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 26% | 13% | 15% | 10% | 13% | 22% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 56% | 50% | 50% | 40% | 50% | 56% | 54% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 4 Jun 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Dnr Logistics Pace | 1.1m | $20,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr1 | - | $9.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (58.0, 28.5) | Helluva NZ | Cherokee Joe 1.1m | Foolish Pleasure 7.7m |
| 6/8 | 21 May 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 9.1m | $20,000 | Bailey Mcdonough | Fr1 | - | $23.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (55.6, 27.2) | Triple Eight NZ | Shortys Mate NZ 4.8m | Khaki Nui NZ HD |
| 2/8 | 14 May 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Charlie Bezzina Memorial | 2.7m | $20,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr6 | - | $5.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.7, 28.5) | Cheyella | Cherokee Joe 2.7m | Firerockfireroll 1.8m |
| 5/10 | 30 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Del-Re National Pace | 7.0m | $20,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr5 | - | $7.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (57.1, 28.8) | Franco Jolto | Would You Mind NZ HD | Love Ina Chevy NZ 3.1m |
| 1/12 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Country Clubs C'Ship Final | - | $30,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr5 | - | $5.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (58.0, 28.5) | Cherokee Joe | Something Bettor 2.4m | Belmont Royale NZ 1.8m |
| 1/6 | 10 Apr 2022 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | - | Country Clubs C'Ship Ht | - | $10,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr4 | - | $2.15 | 9 days ago | - | 2:00.7 (56.5, 27.4) | Cherokee Joe | Foolish Pleasure 2.2m | Rocking Bugatti 2.7m |
| 2/12 | 1 Apr 2022 | Marybro | 2190m | - | - | Country Clubs C'Ship Ht | 1.6m | $10,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr5 | - | $5.50 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (56.7, 28.0) | Belmont Royale NZ | Cherokee Joe 1.6m | Morrisons Dream 1.3m |
| 5/11 | 26 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 66 to 74. | The Big Screen Company | 7.7m | $20,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr4 | - | $13.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (56.3, 28.5) | Ozzie Playboy | One Two Many 1.9m | Cant Top This HD |
| 2/10 | 19 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | City Of Melton Plate | 10.2m | $50,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $23.00 | 12 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (54.8, 27.0) | Hi Manameisjeff NZ | Cherokee Joe 10.2m | Boots Electric NZ HFHD |
| 2/5 | 7 Mar 2022 | Stawell | 2180m | - | NR 61 to 72. | Laidlaw Family Pace | SHFHD | $9,500 | Greg Sugars | Fr4 | - | $2.90 | - | - | 2:00.8 (55.7, 27.2) | Julius Shadow | Cherokee Joe HFHD | Morrisons Dream 8.6m |
Sire
For a Reason
Dam
Regaltive
Trained at
Myrniong
Colours
Green, Red Yoke & Braces, White Stars & Piping
Owners
J A Tubbs, R M Jarvis, G D Jarvis, P B Dobson, A Kingston, D J Smith
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Sugars | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Tubbs | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Jordan Leedham (a(C,5))
T: J A Douglas
Race comment
OVERVIEW: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3
Age
9 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Fleets Pocket (NZ) (In the Pocket USA)
Best MR
1:51.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Murphy Blind N/S, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Whip, Cornell Collar, HIDZ HOOD
Today's Stats
Track
5-0-0-1
Distance
2-0-0-1
Track & Distance
2-0-0-1
Last Season
23-5-3-4
This Season
13-2-2-2
Career
64-12-10-9
Prize Money
$294,173
Win Range
1609 - 2400
Last 10 Starts
5061253771
Last Run
23 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 64-12-10-9 | 2-0-0-1 | 14-2-1-3 | 5-0-0-1 | 2-0-0-1 | 13-2-2-2 | 23-5-3-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 19% | 0% | 14% | 0% | 0% | 15% | 22% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 48% | 50% | 43% | 20% | 50% | 46% | 52% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/6 | 19 May 2022 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | - | O.k.r 98.3 Fm Claim Pace | - | $7,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $2.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (57.9, 28.4) | Mighty Flying Art NZ | Our Uncle Jim 5.1m | Chasing the Wind 3.0m |
| 7/10 | 13 May 2022 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR 64 to 79. | Thank You Mhrc Volunteers | 13.8m | $10,000 | Luke Dunne | Sr3 | - | $17.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.8, 28.0) | Go Dancing | Jawbreaker 3.4m | American Alli NK |
| 7/8 | 30 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Mimosa Homes Claiming Pace | 17.1m | $20,000 | Bailey Mcdonough | Sr1 | - | $61.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (55.8, 27.3) | Huli Nien | Chasing the Wind 1.0m | Sirletic NK |
| 3/7 | 20 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 9.7m | $7,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr5 | - | $8.00 | 4 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (58.1, 29.0) | Ample Power | Fynn Frost NZ 8.9m | Mighty Flying Art NZ NK |
| 5/5 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | The Big Screen Company | 30.0m | $20,000 | Shannon O'sullivan | Fr1 | - | $7.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.3, 27.5) | Sirletic | Bernie Winkle NZ 3.9m | Rick Reilly NZ 9.2m |
| 2/8 | 8 Apr 2022 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | - | Kieran Iles Claiming Pace | 16.8m | $7,000 | Shannon O'sullivan | Fr6 | - | $2.90 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (57.6, 28.3) | Ample Power | Mighty Flying Art NZ 16.8m | Run Boy Run NZ 2.0m |
| 1/8 | 31 Mar 2022 | Cobram | 2170m | - | NR 62 to 75. | Peter Ennals Caravans Pace | - | $10,000 | Shannon O'sullivan | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | 5 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (58.0, 30.5) | Mighty Flying Art NZ | Im Feeling Firey 22.6m | Nomorelying 1.7m |
| 6/6 | 26 Mar 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Hygain Claiming Pace | 8.9m | $20,000 | Bailey Mcdonough | Fr1 | - | $8.50 | 21 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (57.2, 27.0) | Bernie Winkle NZ | Sirletic 1.8m | Ozzie Battler 1.7m |
| 10/10 | 5 Mar 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | 60 Years Of Darren Watson | 48.6m | $20,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr3 | - | $12.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:52.2 (56.2, 28.3) | Denis William | Ozzie Battler 1.2m | Hi Manameisjeff NZ 1.6m |
| 5/10 | 12 Feb 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Multiquip Quarries Pace | 10.4m | $13,260 | Jack Trainor | Fr6 | - | $2.70 | - | - | 1:52.6 (56.1, 28.4) | Marathon Man NZ | Always Rockin 1.2m | Allset NZ 2.4m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Fleets Pocket (NZ)
Trained at
Strathfieldsaye
Colours
Dark Blue, White A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
E J & H M Anderson Nominees Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Leedham | 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: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Abby Story (NZ) (Mach Three CA)
Best MR
1:52.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.8MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 57.5, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Pre Race Warm Up
Today's Stats
Track
15-3-1-3
Distance
10-3-1-2
Track & Distance
8-1-1-2
Last Season
18-5-3-2
This Season
19-4-3-4
Career
44-9-7-6
Prize Money
$166,948
Win Range
1720 - 2600
Last 10 Starts
7371119863
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 | 44-9-7-6 | 10-3-1-2 | 20-5-3-4 | 15-3-1-3 | 8-1-1-2 | 19-4-3-4 | 18-5-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 20% | 30% | 25% | 20% | 13% | 21% | 28% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 50% | 60% | 60% | 47% | 50% | 58% | 56% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/11 | 4 Jun 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Beraldo Pace | 10.0m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $34.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.2, 28.2) | Rock N Roll Doo NZ | Allshookup 8.0m | Captain Confetti NZ 2.0m |
| 6/10 | 28 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Melton Centrals Football | 7.2m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $31.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (56.1, 28.3) | Cant Top This | Yankee Gold NZ NK | Firerockfireroll 1.6m |
| 8/8 | 14 May 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Charlie Bezzina Memorial | 17.9m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.7, 28.5) | Cheyella | Cherokee Joe 2.7m | Firerockfireroll 1.8m |
| 9/10 | 30 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Del-Re National Pace | 16.2m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $6.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (57.1, 28.8) | Franco Jolto | Would You Mind NZ HD | Love Ina Chevy NZ 3.1m |
| 1/10 | 21 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 84. | Irt Australia Pace | - | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $2.60 | 5 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (55.9, 28.1) | Captain Confetti NZ | Jilliby Nitro 5.4m | Rockasaki 6.7m |
| 1/10 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Dnr Logistics Pace | - | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr2 | - | $2.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (57.2, 28.8) | Captain Confetti NZ | Major Watson NZ 1.5m | Zuberi HFHD |
| 1/10 | 9 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Dnr Logistics Pace | - | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $12.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.8 (55.6, 27.9) | Captain Confetti NZ | Tuppence 2.4m | Ozzie Playboy HFHD |
| 7/10 | 2 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Dnr Logistics Pace | 10.0m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr2 | - | $19.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (58.0, 29.4) | Platinum Stride NZ | Pocket Thedeal NZ 4.0m | Firerockfireroll NK |
| 3/12 | 26 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | All In One Property Pace | 5.5m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $21.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (55.6, 26.9) | Curly James | Tupelo Beach 2.0m | Captain Confetti NZ 3.5m |
| 7/10 | 19 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | City Of Melton Plate | 22.1m | $50,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr3 | - | $10.00 | - | - | 1:55.1 (54.8, 27.0) | Hi Manameisjeff NZ | Cherokee Joe 10.2m | Boots Electric NZ HFHD |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Abby Story (NZ)
Trained at
Brigadoon
Colours
White, Dark Blue A
Owners
C E Phatouros, M J Rayner
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Laugher | 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: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Major Bronski - Korobeit Princess (Armbro Kojak USA)
Best MR
1:53.3MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.2MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 58, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional, HIDZ HOOD
Today's Stats
Track
29-3-6-4
Distance
12-1-5-0
Track & Distance
11-1-5-0
Last Season
25-3-5-2
This Season
13-2-2-1
Career
60-11-10-8
Prize Money
$193,675
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
1852328598
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 | 60-11-10-8 | 12-1-5-0 | 28-3-5-3 | 29-3-6-4 | 11-1-5-0 | 13-2-2-1 | 25-3-5-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 18% | 8% | 11% | 10% | 9% | 15% | 12% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 48% | 50% | 39% | 45% | 55% | 38% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/11 | 4 Jun 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Beraldo Pace | 14.6m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Sr5 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.2, 28.2) | Rock N Roll Doo NZ | Allshookup 8.0m | Captain Confetti NZ 2.0m |
| 9/10 | 28 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Melton Centrals Football | 12.7m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Sr4 | - | $41.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (56.1, 28.3) | Cant Top This | Yankee Gold NZ NK | Firerockfireroll 1.6m |
| 5/10 | 7 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 88 to 105. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 7.7m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $61.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:52.8 (56.1, 28.7) | Sirletic | Shortys Mate NZ HFHD | Huli Nien 5.4m |
| 8/9 | 21 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 85 to 120. | Cobbitty Lodge Pace | 11.2m | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr4 | - | $10.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (55.5, 27.3) | Reactor Now | Code Black NZ 3.9m | Shortys Mate NZ HFHD |
| 2/8 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 99. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 4.3m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (55.4, 27.9) | Shortys Mate NZ | Major Manbar 4.3m | Love Ina Chevy NZ 1.7m |
| 3/10 | 9 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Mimosa Homes Pace | 2.5m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $3.30 | 21 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (57.1, 28.7) | Im No Outlaw NZ | Huli Nien 1.4m | Major Manbar 1.1m |
| 2/8 | 19 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Builders Academy Pace | 1.3m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr4 | - | $3.70 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (56.9, 28.3) | Khaki Nui NZ | Major Manbar 1.3m | Would You Mind NZ 3.8m |
| 5/10 | 5 Mar 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | 60 Years Of Darren Watson | 4.5m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $18.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:52.2 (56.2, 28.3) | Denis William | Ozzie Battler 1.2m | Hi Manameisjeff NZ 1.6m |
| 8/11 | 25 Feb 2022 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 80 to 105. | Ballarat Vet Practice Pace | 35.0m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $19.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (57.0, 27.9) | Vintage Cheddar NZ | Idealsomemagic 6.9m | Cruz NZ 16.8m |
| 1/6 | 12 Feb 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Waste Sense Pace | - | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $13.00 | - | - | 1:55.2 (57.6, 28.6) | Major Manbar | Villacci 1.3m | Jean Luc NZ 3.0m |
Sire
Major Bronski
Dam
Korobeit Princess
Trained at
Sutton Grange
Colours
Green, Yellow Crossed Sashes, Yellow Striped Sleeves & Cuffs
Owners
E (Emily) Holmes
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R A Graham | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Paintball (Art Major USA)
Best MR
1:53.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.7MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 60, Neck Strap, Nose Band - Drop
Today's Stats
Track
23-2-5-1
Distance
15-2-3-0
Track & Distance
15-2-3-0
Last Season
21-2-5-1
This Season
1-0-0-0
Career
43-9-10-1
Prize Money
$229,530
Win Range
1650 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
13845144x7
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 | 43-9-10-1 | 15-2-3-0 | 28-7-6-0 | 23-2-5-1 | 15-2-3-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 21-2-5-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 21% | 13% | 25% | 9% | 13% | 0% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 47% | 33% | 46% | 35% | 33% | 0% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | - | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/9 | 21 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Allied Richmond Lass | 8.6m | $30,000 | James Herbertson | Sr2 | - | $26.00 | 141 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (55.5, 27.1) | Treachery | Dougs Babe SHFHD | Momentslikethese 4.5m |
| 4/12 | 31 Dec 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo Mares Final | 16.2m | $130,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $21.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (55.9, 27.4) | Maajida | Spellbound NZ 6.5m | Sew What HD |
| 4/12 | 22 Dec 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vss 4yo Mares Semi-Final | 13.9m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $23.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (55.4, 27.2) | Maajida | Common Courtesy 3.5m | Belladonna Girl 6.5m |
| 1/9 | 16 Dec 2021 | Balarat | 2200m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo Mares Ht1 | - | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $1.50 | 12 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (56.3, 28.2) | The Pantheist | Theultimate 6.4m | She Will Wantano 5.6m |
| 5/6 | 4 Dec 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Alabar Silver Chalice | 10.9m | $30,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $7.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (56.7, 28.0) | Spellbound NZ | Maajida 1.2m | Common Courtesy 2.6m |
| 4/10 | 20 Nov 2021 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Crown C'Ship 4yo Mares | 13.0m | $50,000 | Chris Alford | Sr1 | - | $16.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (55.1, 27.7) | Maajida | Techys Angel 2.9m | Amazing Dream NZ 6.6m |
| 8/10 | 13 Nov 2021 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Crown Graduate Mares Ffa | 15.4m | $30,000 | Chris Alford | Sr1 | - | $41.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:51.9 (55.5, 28.1) | Belladonna Girl | Techys Angel HFHD | Amazing Dream NZ 1.9m |
| 3/12 | 30 Oct 2021 | Melton | 2760m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Queen Of The Pacific | 8.2m | $100,000 | Chris Alford | Fr1 | - | $9.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (54.4, 26.5) | Amazing Dream NZ | Spellbound NZ 3.8m | The Pantheist 4.4m |
| 1/11 | 23 Oct 2021 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Angelique Club Pace | - | $30,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $9.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (55.8, 28.4) | The Pantheist | Maajida 2.2m | Itzamajor Surprise 2.8m |
| 2/10 | 16 Oct 2021 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Tab Make Mine Cullen | 2.6m | $30,000 | Chris Alford | Fr5 | - | $19.80 | - | - | 1:52.8 (55.9, 28.2) | Spellbound NZ | The Pantheist 2.6m | Enchanted Stride 1.9m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Paintball
Trained at
Monegeetta
Colours
Yellow, Red Band, Red & Yellow Striped Sleeves
Owners
G E Pell, J A Pell
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kate Gath | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D M Miles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3
Age
9 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sportswriter USA - Shard's Fantasy (NZ) (Pacific Rocket USA)
Best MR
1:55.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible ..
Today's Stats
Track
17-1-3-1
Distance
9-0-1-1
Track & Distance
8-0-1-1
Last Season
29-8-3-6
This Season
20-0-4-2
Career
62-9-9-8
Prize Money
$256,930
Win Range
1720 - 2630
Last 10 Starts
6037864256
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 | 62-9-9-8 | 9-0-1-1 | 20-5-3-4 | 17-1-3-1 | 8-0-1-1 | 20-0-4-2 | 29-8-3-6 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 0% | 25% | 6% | 0% | 0% | 28% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 42% | 22% | 60% | 29% | 25% | 30% | 59% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/11 | 4 Jun 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Beraldo Pace | 13.2m | $20,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr6 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.2, 28.2) | Rock N Roll Doo NZ | Allshookup 8.0m | Captain Confetti NZ 2.0m |
| 5/10 | 28 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Melton Centrals Football | 4.1m | $20,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr2 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (56.1, 28.3) | Cant Top This | Yankee Gold NZ NK | Firerockfireroll 1.6m |
| 2/9 | 21 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 1.4m | $20,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr1 | - | $4.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (55.4, 27.0) | Yankee Gold NZ | Rick Reilly NZ 1.4m | Vincenzina 4.2m |
| 4/8 | 14 May 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Charlie Bezzina Memorial | 5.6m | $20,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr2 | - | $9.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.7, 28.5) | Cheyella | Cherokee Joe 2.7m | Firerockfireroll 1.8m |
| 6/9 | 7 May 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 25.5m | $20,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr3 | - | $14.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (55.5, 28.0) | Cant Top This | Would You Mind NZ 3.4m | Jilliby Nitro 5.9m |
| 8/10 | 30 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Nutrien Pace | 8.9m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr4 | - | $26.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (56.7, 28.9) | Jilliby Nitro | Kissmelvis 1.6m | Tuppence NK |
| 7/9 | 21 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 85 to 120. | Cobbitty Lodge Pace | 10.3m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr1 | - | $9.50 | 5 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (55.5, 27.3) | Reactor Now | Code Black NZ 3.9m | Shortys Mate NZ HFHD |
| 3/5 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | The Big Screen Company | 13.1m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr2 | - | $4.20 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.3, 27.5) | Sirletic | Bernie Winkle NZ 3.9m | Rick Reilly NZ 9.2m |
| 10/10 | 9 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Mimosa Homes Pace | 76.6m | $20,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr5 | - | $17.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (57.1, 28.7) | Im No Outlaw NZ | Huli Nien 1.4m | Major Manbar 1.1m |
| 6/8 | 26 Mar 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 75 to 84. | Tab Pace | 9.6m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr7 | - | $11.00 | - | - | 1:53.7 (56.1, 28.3) | Yankee Gold NZ | Love Ina Chevy NZ HD | Go Dancing 7.3m |
Sire
Sportswriter USA
Dam
Shard's Fantasy (NZ)
Trained at
Toorbuk
Colours
White, Dark Blue A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
R D (Rodney) Hegerty
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen Tormey | 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: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3
Age
5 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
A Rocknroll Dance USA - Ballandella Baby (Courage Under Fire NZ)
Best MR
1:56.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.3MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, ...
Today's Stats
Track
12-1-3-1
Distance
8-1-1-0
Track & Distance
8-1-1-0
Last Season
11-5-1-0
This Season
14-1-3-4
Career
39-10-5-5
Prize Money
$91,857
Win Range
1690 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
6373412322
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 | 39-10-5-5 | 8-1-1-0 | 28-7-3-4 | 12-1-3-1 | 8-1-1-0 | 14-1-3-4 | 11-5-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 26% | 13% | 25% | 8% | 13% | 7% | 45% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 51% | 25% | 50% | 42% | 25% | 57% | 55% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/11 | 4 Jun 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Beraldo Pace | 8.0m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.2, 28.2) | Rock N Roll Doo NZ | Allshookup 8.0m | Captain Confetti NZ 2.0m |
| 2/10 | 28 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Vicbred Platinum | 1.7m | $30,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr1 | - | $19.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (56.7, 27.7) | La Captain | Allshookup 1.7m | Drain the Swamp HFHD |
| 3/8 | 21 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Vicbred Platinum Metro Ht | 6.9m | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr5 | - | $16.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (54.7, 26.3) | La Captain | Major Major 3.3m | Allshookup 3.7m |
| 2/9 | 14 May 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Mimosa Homes Pace | HD | $10,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr2 | - | $4.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.2, 28.4) | Thomas Heights | Allshookup HD | Hes Under Wraps NZ 4.3m |
| 1/7 | 29 Apr 2022 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Smartline Pace | - | $10,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr4 | - | $2.80 | 13 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (57.1, 27.7) | Allshookup | Ozzie Playboy 7.1m | Final Peace 1.3m |
| 4/12 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 55 to 65. | E Bray Country Clubs Final | 14.6m | $14,000 | Jordan Leedham | Sr3 | - | $14.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (56.2, 27.7) | La Captain | Just as Well NZ 10.6m | Bonnie Belle 1.7m |
| 3/12 | 6 Apr 2022 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 55 to 65. | E K Bray Country Clubs Ht | 1.5m | $9,000 | Jordan Leedham | Sr4 | - | $3.80 | 11 days ago | - | 1:59.3 (56.2, 28.5) | Prosecco Boy | Mauries Bonus HFNK | Allshookup HFNK |
| 7/11 | 26 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 66 to 74. | The Big Screen Company | 13.4m | $20,000 | Mark Pitt | Sr3 | - | $41.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (56.3, 28.5) | Ozzie Playboy | One Two Many 1.9m | Cant Top This HD |
| 3/8 | 13 Mar 2022 | Wngatta | 2210m | - | NR 70 to 95. | Wangaratta Pacing Cup | 2.7m | $14,500 | Mark Pitt | Fr2 | - | $11.00 | 30 days ago | - | 1:58.8 (56.7, 27.9) | Nerano NZ | Rick Reilly NZ 2.3m | Allshookup HD |
| 6/8 | 11 Feb 2022 | Albury | 2570m | - | NR up to 120. | Albury Pacers Cup | 19.1m | $19,850 | Cameron Maggs | Fr3 | - | $71.00 | - | - | 2:03.3 (57.1, 28.0) | One Two Many | Egodan 2.1m | Nerano NZ 3.2m |
Sire
A Rocknroll Dance USA
Dam
Ballandella Baby
Trained at
Avenel
Colours
White, Red Braces, Dark Blue Sleeves
Owners
S M (Shayne) Eeles
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Alford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W R Potter | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: It’s never easy to win off wide draws at Melton, particularly in races at this type of level. Despite this call for ‘caveat emptor’, SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) should, based on his best form and his first-up effort, simply have these covered. At different times in his progression SPRING IN HIS STEP (7) has been hard to pin-down as a racehorse. All indications suggest however, he’s simply needed seasoning, and in tonight’s event he’s very well entitled to balance early, rush forward and demand the front. He can win without this happening, but he’s almost gilt-edged if it does. From a class perspective, his key threat is the vastly improved CHEROKEE JOE (8) though the draw will call on all of Greg Sugars’ genius to overcome a likely chequered passage. If everything goes pear-shaped for our top tip several others can take advantage including stablemates CAPATIN CONFETTI (4) and RICK REILLY (2) along with gun mare THE PANTHEIST (6) second-up from a break. EARLY SPEED: 1,3 (Fastest Beginners) + 7 (Potential Eventual Leader) + 2?,4?,5?,6? RATINGS: 7/ 8/ 4/ 2/ 6/ 1/ 5/ 3