Bendigo R8 ALABAR BLOODSTOCK PACE
Alabar Bloodstock Pace
9:35pm • 1650m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 75 to 84. • No age restrictions • $20,0009:35pm • 1650m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 75 to 84. • No age restrictions • $20,000
Race Notes
D: Michelle Phillips (a(C,5))
T: D Aiken
Age
11 years old
Sex
Black - Gelding
Breeding
Rock N Roll Heaven USA - Full Pleasure (Armbro Operative USA)
Best MR
1:54.1MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.1MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Blinkers - Murphy Blind N/S, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 54, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Half Pole - N/S
Today's Stats
Track
6-1-0-1
Distance
2-1-0-1
Track & Distance
2-1-0-1
Last Season
16-1-2-0
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
80-14-14-7
Prize Money
$231,016
Win Range
1650 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
648x742548
Last Run
12 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 80-14-14-7 | 2-1-0-1 | 30-7-6-2 | 6-1-0-1 | 2-1-0-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 16-1-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 18% | 50% | 23% | 17% | 50% | 0% | 6% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 44% | 100% | 50% | 33% | 100% | 0% | 19% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 1 | - | 8 | - | - |
| 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 | 26 Dec 2022 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 75 to 89. | Cainys Plumbing & Ag Pace | 13.2m | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Sr1 | - | $2.70 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (58.0, 29.3) | Villacci | Rosarito Miss 2.2m | Sew What HD |
| 4/9 | 17 Dec 2022 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Aidan Graham Memorial Pace | HD | $20,000 | Michelle Phillips | Fr5 | - | $21.00 | 36 days ago | - | 1:59.3 (56.0, 28.1) | Sanday | Knights Templar HFHD | Serg Blanco NZ HFHD |
| 5/6 | 11 Nov 2022 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 85 to 120. | Steven Duffy 60th Pace | 7.2m | $14,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr5 | - | $6.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.8, 26.9) | Rick Reilly NZ | Western Sonador 1.1m | Shortys Mate NZ 5.4m |
| 2/11 | 29 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 105. | Logical Staffing Solutions | HFNK | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr1 | - | $10.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (54.6, 27.3) | Bettor Be the Bomb | Letsrockletsroll NK | Huli Nien 3.1m |
| 4/10 | 15 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 99. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 4.3m | $20,000 | Josh Aiken | Fr3 | - | $19.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (55.8, 27.3) | La Captain | Cherokee Joe 1.2m | Pull the Other Leg NZ HFHD |
| 7/12 | 8 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 89. | Tab Pace | 13.3m | $20,000 | Cody Crossland | Sr4 | - | $19.00 | 161 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (54.8, 26.7) | Pull the Other Leg NZ | Argyle NZ 3.7m | Alby Two Chains 1.3m |
| 8/10 | 30 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Del-Re National Pace | 11.3m | $20,000 | Cody Crossland | Sr2 | - | $5.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (57.1, 28.8) | Franco Jolto | Would You Mind NZ HD | Love Ina Chevy NZ 3.1m |
| 4/9 | 21 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 85 to 120. | Cobbitty Lodge Pace | 4.6m | $20,000 | Bailey Mcdonough | Fr6 | - | $23.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (55.5, 27.3) | Reactor Now | Code Black NZ 3.9m | Shortys Mate NZ HFHD |
| 6/8 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 99. | Tab Long May We Play Pace | 8.9m | $20,000 | Bailey Mcdonough | Fr7 | - | $5.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (55.4, 27.9) | Shortys Mate NZ | Major Manbar 4.3m | Love Ina Chevy NZ 1.7m |
| 10/10 | 2 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 85 to 120. | The Big Screen Company | 56.0m | $20,000 | Bailey Mcdonough | Fr3 | - | $6.00 | - | - | 1:51.5 (56.1, 28.3) | Boots Electric NZ | Major Roll 4.9m | Bulletproof Boy HFHD |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Full Pleasure
Trained at
Junortoun
Colours
Yellow, Dark Blue Striped Sleeves
Owners
M J (Merilyn) Dixon
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Phillips | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D Aiken | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay/Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Kamwood Blue Chip NZ (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:56.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.7MS
Gear
Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Crupper, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
12-5-2-1
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
22-7-4-4
Prize Money
$314,962
Win Range
1660 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
24r1111132
Last Run
28 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 22-7-4-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 13-3-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 12-5-2-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 32% | 0% | 23% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 42% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 68% | 0% | 62% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 67% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 10 Dec 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | The Big Screen Company | 1.6m | $25,000 | David Moran | Fr2 | - | $2.70 | 22 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (55.3, 26.3) | Hes Ideal | Hector NZ 1.6m | Kosimo 3.2m |
| 3/8 | 18 Nov 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 75 to 84. | Benstud Standardbreds | 4.4m | $20,000 | David Moran | Fr4 | - | $1.25 | 13 days ago | - | 1:51.6 (54.9, 27.3) | Fides | Knights Templar 4.4m | Hector NZ SHFHD |
| 1/12 | 5 Nov 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Benstud Rising Stars Final | - | $30,000 | David Moran | Fr4 | - | $1.18 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (56.3, 26.8) | Hector NZ | Its Ebonynivory 6.0m | Ultimate Vinnie HFNK |
| 1/11 | 29 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Tab Rising Stars Pace Ht | - | $20,000 | David Moran | Sr2 | - | $2.25 | 13 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (55.2, 27.4) | Hector NZ | Ultimate Vinnie 3.4m | The Wolf NZ 4.8m |
| 1/10 | 16 Oct 2022 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 55 to 65. | Red House Bakery Pace | - | $9,000 | Mark Pitt | Sr2 | - | $1.22 | 53 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (55.2, 27.7) | Hector NZ | Stir Me Up 6.0m | Monsieur Delacour 7.5m |
| 1/9 | 24 Aug 2022 | Redclif | 1780m | - | NR Up to 70. | Mick Ryan 60th Nr70 Pace | - | $5,400 | Matt Elkins | Sr3 | - | $7.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (56.1, 28.4) | Hector NZ | Brian Christopher NZ 2.9m | Kanye Crusader 9.1m |
| 1/7 | 17 Aug 2022 | Redclif | 2040m | - | NR 55 to 65. | Aspley Mazda Pace | - | $5,400 | Nathan Dawson | Fr5 | - | $1.75 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.2 (57.6, 29.3) | Hector NZ | American Flyer NZ 3.4m | Blackjack Bart HD |
| 0/9 | 10 Aug 2022 | Redclif | 1780m | - | NR Up to 70. | Stu Valentine To Nr 70 Ht3 | - | $6,179 | Nathan Dawson | Fr3 | - | $3.90 | 11 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (57.2, 28.6) | Bettor Jiggle | Brian Christopher NZ 3.5m | Convair Hustler NZ NK |
| 4/10 | 30 Jul 2022 | Albpark | 1660m | - | NR Up to 70. | Up To Nr70 Final | 2.8m | $20,770 | Nathan Dawson | Sr2 | - | $51.00 | 18 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (56.1, 28.3) | Black Hawk Joe | Ryans Gangster HD | Hy Voltage NK |
| 2/9 | 12 Jul 2022 | Albpark | 1660m | - | NR Up to 70. | Garrards Up To Nr70 Heat 4 | 2.4m | $6,230 | Nathan Dawson | Fr1 | - | $2.70 | - | - | 1:54.4 (57.6, 29.2) | Chamonix | Hector NZ 2.4m | Hy Voltage 3.5m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Kamwood Blue Chip NZ
Trained at
Glamorgan Vale
Colours
Navy Blue, White Yoke, Silver Band, Navy Blue Sleeves
Owners
Estate of Tony Michael Veivers
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Pitt | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E J Stewart | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Venus Serena (NZ) (Mach Three CA)
Best MR
1:52.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:52.8MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Plugs, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 62, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Crupper (None)
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-0-1
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
31-0-5-6
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
63-7-10-11
Prize Money
$389,945
Win Range
1609 - 2300
Last 10 Starts
36744x7226
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 | 63-7-10-11 | 0-0-0-0 | 29-3-4-6 | 1-0-0-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 31-0-5-6 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 11% | 0% | 10% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 44% | 0% | 45% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 35% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | - | 8 | 1 | - | - | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 31 Dec 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo E&g Final | 7.8m | $130,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr6 | - | $41.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (55.5, 27.4) | Captain Bellasario | Act Now NK | La Captain 1.0m |
| 2/12 | 23 Dec 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo E&g Semi-Final | HD | $20,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr3 | - | $18.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (54.7, 26.6) | Better Eclipse | Ardens Ace NZ HD | Jilliby Dynamite 5.0m |
| 2/10 | 16 Dec 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo E & G Ht | 2.0m | $10,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr5 | - | $151.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:53.9 (55.7, 28.0) | Idyllic | Ardens Ace NZ 2.0m | Quiet Storm 5.9m |
| 7/9 | 10 Dec 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Irt Australia 4yo Pace | 17.7m | $30,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr1 | - | $71.00 | 70 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (54.2, 26.5) | Major Moth | Idyllic 2.6m | One Big Shew 6.3m |
| 4/10 | 1 Oct 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Schweppes Mixers | 6.7m | $20,400 | Darren Binskin | Fr1 | - | $4.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (56.8, 28.6) | Zambia NZ | Dance for Glory 2.2m | Has the Courage 3.9m |
| 4/10 | 24 Sep 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | St John'S Park Bowling Clu | 9.0m | $20,400 | Darren Binskin | Fr8 | - | $101.00 | 4 days ago | - | 1:51.8 (55.7, 27.5) | Soho Sinatra | Spirit of Anzac NZ 5.1m | Cassius Deck 1.7m |
| 7/10 | 20 Sep 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 70. | Allied Express App Pace | 8.1m | $9,996 | Tony Bertwistle | Fr8 | - | $41.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (57.7, 26.7) | Glenavril King | Bertie Jones NZ 1.8m | Key Defender 1.2m |
| 6/10 | 10 Sep 2022 | Menangl | 2300m | - | NR up to 75. | Good Tides Carousel Ht3 | 21.7m | $20,400 | Darren Binskin | Fr10 | - | $126.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (55.3, 26.8) | Port AU Prince NZ | Heaven on High NZ HFNK | Black Hawk Joe 8.7m |
| 3/10 | 3 Sep 2022 | Menangl | 2300m | - | NR up to 75. | Schweppes Carousel Ht1 | 1.8m | $20,400 | Darren Binskin | Fr8 | - | $15.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (55.7, 27.2) | Black Onyx | Louis Litt NZ 1.6m | Ardens Ace NZ HFHD |
| 5/7 | 20 Aug 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Boden Projects Fit Out And | 14.5m | $20,400 | Darren Binskin | Fr4 | - | $8.00 | - | - | 1:53.2 (54.7, 27.0) | Surfers Delight NZ | Tinder Surprise NZ 11.1m | Cassius Deck 1.9m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Venus Serena (NZ)
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
Red
Owners
A B (Alison) Bertwistle
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Craven | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M J Craven | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
9 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Spirit of Eros NZ (In the Pocket USA)
Best MR
1:51.0MS
Dist Best MR
1:51.0MS
Gear
Bit - Pulling, Bit - Other, Boots - Knee, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 55.5, Lugging Pole N/S
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
18-3-5-1
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
93-14-10-13
Prize Money
$190,681
Win Range
1609 - 2700
Last 10 Starts
2627282751
Last Run
12 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 93-14-10-13 | 0-0-0-0 | 23-4-5-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 18-3-5-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 0% | 17% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 17% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 40% | 0% | 52% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | - | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 26 Dec 2022 | Bthurst | 2260m | - | NR up to 70. | Hynash Constructions Pace | - | $15,300 | Seaton Grima | Sr1 | - | $7.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (55.0, 27.6) | Spirit of Anzac NZ | Carlo Gambino NZ 4.0m | Jungle Baby SHFHD |
| 5/9 | 17 Dec 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Gka Investigations Group | 5.1m | $20,400 | Seaton Grima | Fr9 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (55.6, 27.1) | Delightful Angel | Joe Nien SHFHD | Cassius Deck HD |
| 7/10 | 10 Dec 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Christmas Gift Heat Two | 9.9m | $20,400 | Seaton Grima | Fr7 | - | $9.50 | 53 days ago | - | 1:52.8 (56.7, 27.9) | Itz Major Rich NZ | Daggy Lamb NZ 3.6m | Whats Your Secret NZ HFHD |
| 2/10 | 18 Oct 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 70. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 3.4m | $9,996 | Seaton Grima | Fr10 | - | $8.50 | 17 days ago | - | 1:51.4 (55.7, 27.6) | Ideal Escape | Spirit of Anzac NZ 3.4m | Arabella Star 2.3m |
| 8/10 | 1 Oct 2022 | Menangl | 2300m | - | NR up to 95. | Allied Express Courier Ser | 14.1m | $20,400 | Seaton Grima | Fr9 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (55.5, 28.3) | One Two Many | Total Diva NZ HFNK | Chevron Art NZ 1.8m |
| 2/10 | 24 Sep 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | St John'S Park Bowling Clu | 5.1m | $20,400 | Seaton Grima | Fr6 | - | $5.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:51.8 (55.7, 27.5) | Soho Sinatra | Spirit of Anzac NZ 5.1m | Cassius Deck 1.7m |
| 7/10 | 3 Sep 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 95. | Bestinbeds.com.au | 7.7m | $20,400 | Seaton Grima | Fr4 | - | $14.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.3, 27.1) | Total Diva NZ | Yianni HD | Faze of Glory NZ 3.2m |
| 2/9 | 13 Aug 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Best In Beds Warrawong | 5.9m | $20,400 | Jack Trainor | Fr1 | - | $5.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:51.6 (56.4, 27.5) | Faze of Glory NZ | Spirit of Anzac NZ 5.9m | Holy Camp Dillon 4.3m |
| 6/10 | 30 Jul 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Winter Championship G3 | 7.8m | $30,600 | Jack Trainor | Fr2 | - | $7.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.3 (55.8, 28.4) | Defiant | Ardens Reality NZ 5.4m | Ultimate Force HFHD |
| 2/9 | 23 Jul 2022 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 80. | Macarthur Gardens Heat 2 | SHFHD | $20,400 | Jack Trainor | Fr4 | - | $6.50 | - | - | 1:53.9 (55.0, 26.6) | Boom NZ | Spirit of Anzac NZ HFHD | Faze of Glory NZ 3.8m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Spirit of Eros NZ
Trained at
Mitchell
Colours
Green & Gold With "Bpm" Logo, Green Sleeves With White Seams, Green Cuffs With "Bpm" Logo
Owners
BPM Bloodstock Trust, D S Crowfoot, J Crowfoot, M Tiedemann, J F Micallef, S Williamson, The H P C Syndicate, G J Pollard, S D Weller
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seaton Grima | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Conolly | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Shannon O'Sullivan (a(C,5))
T: L J Justice
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
12 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Jeremes Jet USA - Chevyover NZ (Holmes Hanover USA)
Best MR
1:50.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:52.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 60, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens, Spreader - One Legged O/S
Today's Stats
Track
7-2-0-0
Distance
2-1-0-0
Track & Distance
2-1-0-0
Last Season
39-3-2-5
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
213-31-16-20
Prize Money
$428,393
Win Range
1200 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
8501869029
Last Run
12 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 213-31-16-20 | 2-1-0-0 | 70-18-3-5 | 7-2-0-0 | 2-1-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 39-3-2-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 50% | 26% | 29% | 50% | 0% | 8% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 31% | 50% | 37% | 29% | 50% | 0% | 26% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 2 | - | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/9 | 26 Dec 2022 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Devcon Sokyola Sprint | 24.9m | $24,000 | Lance Justice | Fr1 | - | $26.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (56.0, 27.8) | Huli Nien | Max Delight NK | Triple Eight NZ 2.3m |
| 2/6 | 16 Dec 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 120. | Tab Pace | 2.8m | $10,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr2 | - | $26.00 | 56 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (55.9, 27.1) | Pacifico Dream | Love Ina Chevy NZ 2.8m | Ozzie Battler 1.8m |
| 10/10 | 21 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | The Big Screen Company | 49.6m | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr3 | - | $41.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (56.4, 28.4) | Hes Ideal | Kosimo 2.5m | Major Meister NZ SHFHD |
| 9/9 | 15 Oct 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 75 to 84. | Hylands Racing Colours | 10.0m | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr3 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (55.4, 27.3) | Major Meister NZ | Dadndave NZ 3.3m | Allshookup HD |
| 6/12 | 8 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 89. | Tab Pace | 9.7m | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr6 | - | $101.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (54.8, 26.7) | Pull the Other Leg NZ | Argyle NZ 3.7m | Alby Two Chains 1.3m |
| 8/12 | 1 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 85 to 99. | Dnr Logistics Pace | 9.2m | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr1 | - | $41.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (55.0, 27.6) | Huli Nien | Beyond Delight 1.3m | Kosimo HD |
| 1/8 | 17 Sep 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Catanachs Jewellers Pace | - | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr1 | - | $4.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (55.9, 28.5) | Love Ina Chevy NZ | Kosimo HD | Make Way NZ 4.0m |
| 10/12 | 10 Sep 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 76 to 84. | Hygain Pace | 21.4m | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr7 | - | $34.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.5, 28.6) | Pull the Other Leg NZ | Major Mal 2.3m | Rick Reilly NZ 2.1m |
| 5/9 | 3 Sep 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Hygain Pace | 4.9m | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr3 | - | $21.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (55.9, 27.5) | Major Meister NZ | Mighty Flying Art NZ HFHD | Enchanted Stride HFHD |
| 8/10 | 27 Aug 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 21.3m | $20,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr2 | - | $18.00 | - | - | 1:53.9 (55.5, 26.9) | Belmont Royale NZ | Major Meister NZ HFHD | Kosimo 6.0m |
Sire
Jeremes Jet USA
Dam
Chevyover NZ
Trained at
Ballan
Colours
Blue, Silver Striped Sleeves
Owners
C G (Colin) Croft
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shannon O'Sullivan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L J Justice | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
9 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
A Rocknroll Dance USA - Cafe Girl (NZ) (In the Pocket USA)
Best MR
1:54.3MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Deafeners - Plugs, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, ...
Today's Stats
Track
18-2-4-4
Distance
6-2-1-1
Track & Distance
6-2-1-1
Last Season
40-4-8-4
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
84-10-22-14
Prize Money
$208,641
Win Range
1650 - 2160
Last 10 Starts
7636681280
Last Run
12 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 84-10-22-14 | 6-2-1-1 | 31-7-5-4 | 18-2-4-4 | 6-2-1-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 40-4-8-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 12% | 33% | 23% | 11% | 33% | 0% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 55% | 67% | 52% | 56% | 67% | 0% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | - | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 | 26 Dec 2022 | Geelong | 2100m | - | - | Dachshund Dash January 22 | 14.9m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $10.00 | 4 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (57.6, 29.0) | Whiskey Cavalier NZ | Foolish Pleasure HD | Sassyola HD |
| 8/12 | 22 Dec 2022 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 65 to 79. | 2022 Elmore Pacing Cup | 19.4m | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $13.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (55.8, 27.6) | Major Manbar | Blood Moon 9.1m | Helluva NZ HD |
| 2/7 | 15 Dec 2022 | Marybro | 2190m | - | - | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Pace | 2.1m | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr7 | - | $8.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (55.5, 28.6) | Helluva NZ | Magic Mike NZ 2.1m | Foolish Pleasure 11.2m |
| 1/8 | 10 Dec 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Vhrc Pace | - | $10,000 | Abby Sanderson | Fr3 | - | $3.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (56.3, 27.9) | Magic Mike NZ | Silver Mystique 1.7m | Ultimate Force HD |
| 8/8 | 3 Dec 2022 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Rothacker M'Rial C'Ship Ht | 10.5m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (55.6, 28.0) | Serg Blanco NZ | Sew What 1.4m | Jilliby Dynamite 1.2m |
| 6/9 | 26 Nov 2022 | Balarat | 2200m | - | - | Decoglaze Splashbacks Pace | 16.8m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $17.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (55.9, 27.4) | Kowalski Analysis | One Big Shew 2.1m | Ultimate Vinnie 4.2m |
| 6/8 | 18 Nov 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 75 to 84. | Benstud Standardbreds | 18.6m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr2 | - | $21.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:51.6 (54.9, 27.3) | Fides | Knights Templar 4.4m | Hector NZ SHFHD |
| 3/8 | 5 Nov 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Gillies Civil Pace | 2.9m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $26.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.0, 28.2) | Idyllic | Im Shadow Boxer 2.5m | Magic Mike NZ HD |
| 6/9 | 28 Oct 2022 | Swanhil | 1609m | - | NR 70 to 89. | Peter Walsh Swan Hill Mile | 9.0m | $14,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $31.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (56.3, 28.5) | The Raconteur NZ | Im Shadow Boxer 1.9m | Fynn Frost NZ 4.1m |
| 7/10 | 21 Oct 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Woodlands Stud Pace | 10.8m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $4.00 | - | - | 1:53.5 (56.7, 28.5) | Major Delico | Ultimate Vinnie 2.2m | Sheffield Sparky NZ 3.8m |
Sire
A Rocknroll Dance USA
Dam
Cafe Girl (NZ)
Colours
Dark Blue, White A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
J D (Joanne) Justice
| 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% | - |
D: Abby Sanderson (a(C,5))
T: J A Douglas
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Pet Rock USA - Smooth Felicity (Blissfull Hall USA)
Best MR
1:55.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.4MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible .
Today's Stats
Track
18-2-5-3
Distance
7-2-3-0
Track & Distance
7-2-3-0
Last Season
46-6-7-8
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
101-10-22-17
Prize Money
$194,405
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
2494554372
Last Run
8 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 101-10-22-17 | 7-2-3-0 | 45-7-11-6 | 18-2-5-3 | 7-2-3-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 46-6-7-8 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 10% | 29% | 16% | 11% | 29% | 0% | 13% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 49% | 71% | 53% | 56% | 71% | 0% | 46% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 5 | - | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 30 Dec 2022 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo E&g Silver | 2.5m | $25,000 | Daryl Douglas | Fr3 | - | $7.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (57.1, 28.6) | Yambukian | Ozzie Playboy 2.5m | The Raconteur NZ 2.2m |
| 7/12 | 23 Dec 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo E&g Semi-Final | 25.8m | $20,000 | Daryl Douglas | Fr5 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (54.5, 26.7) | Major Moth | Narutac Prince 2.6m | Idyllic 5.5m |
| 3/10 | 16 Dec 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Vicbred 4yo E & G Ht | 6.5m | $10,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr1 | - | $101.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (54.4, 26.8) | Act Now | Better Eclipse 6.2m | Ozzie Playboy HFHD |
| 4/6 | 10 Dec 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 94. | The Big Screen Company | 7.5m | $25,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr1 | - | $34.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (55.3, 26.3) | Hes Ideal | Hector NZ 1.6m | Kosimo 3.2m |
| 5/9 | 2 Dec 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 62 to 75. | Nevele R Stud Pace | 9.1m | $10,000 | Abby Sanderson | Sr2 | - | $4.60 | 13 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (55.9, 28.2) | Rocket Boy | Iambecauseofyou 5.5m | El Boston 1.5m |
| 5/6 | 19 Nov 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Crown 4yo E&g C'Ship | 21.1m | $50,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr1 | - | $151.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (53.8, 26.8) | Act Now | One Big Shew 7.0m | Narutac Prince NK |
| 4/8 | 5 Nov 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Gillies Civil Pace | 6.5m | $20,000 | Abby Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $8.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.0, 28.2) | Idyllic | Im Shadow Boxer 2.5m | Magic Mike NZ HD |
| 9/11 | 29 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Catanach'S Jewellers 4&5yo | 35.7m | $75,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr2 | - | $126.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (54.3, 26.7) | Act Now | Better Eclipse HFHD | Narutac Prince 1.2m |
| 4/12 | 21 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Allied Express Vicbred | 10.1m | $20,000 | Abby Sanderson | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (55.8, 27.7) | Im Shadow Boxer | Jilliby Dynamite 2.8m | Nineteenth Man 2.5m |
| 2/7 | 15 Oct 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 68 to 74. | Hygain Pace | 6.1m | $20,000 | Ellen Rixon | Sr3 | - | $7.00 | - | - | 1:56.1 (59.0, 29.2) | Cobber | Ozzie Playboy 6.1m | Im Shadow Boxer HD |
Sire
Pet Rock USA
Dam
Smooth Felicity
Trained at
Strathfieldsaye
Colours
White, Dark Blue A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
E J & H M Anderson Nominees Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abby Sanderson | 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: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Major Bronski - Korobeit Princess (Armbro Kojak USA)
Best MR
1:53.3MS
Dist Best MR
1:53.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Gaiting Strap N/S, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 58, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Spreaders - Go Straights .
Today's Stats
Track
10-2-0-1
Distance
2-1-0-0
Track & Distance
2-1-0-0
Last Season
31-3-3-2
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
78-12-11-9
Prize Money
$193,675
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
8x59647781
Last Run
16 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 78-12-11-9 | 2-1-0-0 | 35-8-6-4 | 10-2-0-1 | 2-1-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 31-3-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 50% | 23% | 20% | 50% | 0% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 41% | 50% | 51% | 30% | 50% | 0% | 26% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 22 Dec 2022 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 65 to 79. | 2022 Elmore Pacing Cup | - | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Fr4 | - | $8.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (55.8, 27.6) | Major Manbar | Blood Moon 9.1m | Helluva NZ HD |
| 8/8 | 17 Dec 2022 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 107.2m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $5.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (56.6, 29.7) | Hurricane Hussler | Villacci 5.4m | Mongiana NK |
| 7/10 | 10 Dec 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Tab Pace | 11.4m | $25,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (56.4, 27.5) | Daylight at Dawn | Lombo Heaven 2.7m | Sanday HD |
| 7/8 | 3 Dec 2022 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Rothacker M'Rial C'Ship Ht | 470.9m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (58.4, 29.5) | Julius Shadow | Jean Luc NZ 7.6m | Polly Put Kettleon 12.6m |
| 4/10 | 26 Nov 2022 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 75 to 84. | Decoglaze Splashbacks Pace | 9.1m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $21.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (56.9, 28.5) | Radius | Sew What SHFHD | The Raconteur NZ 5.4m |
| 6/10 | 10 Nov 2022 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Tellurian Wines Pace | 13.9m | $10,000 | Ross Graham | Fr6 | - | $16.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (56.9, 28.0) | Chubby Checker NZ | Duke of Dundee NZ NK | Villacci HFNK |
| 9/9 | 27 Oct 2022 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Beraldo Coffee Pace | 28.9m | $10,000 | Ross Graham | Sr1 | - | $8.50 | 6 days ago | - | 2:02.2 (58.2, 28.8) | Our Money Rocks | Arden Roanoke NZ 1.3m | American Legacy NZ 5.5m |
| 5/12 | 21 Oct 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Allied Express Vicbred | 10.9m | $20,000 | Ross Graham | Sr4 | - | $151.00 | 62 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (55.8, 27.7) | Im Shadow Boxer | Jilliby Dynamite 2.8m | Nineteenth Man 2.5m |
| 8/9 | 20 Aug 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Rob Gaylard Memorial Pace | 31.4m | $20,000 | Ross Graham | Fr2 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (56.4, 28.2) | Blitzern | Soextra 5.3m | Love Ina Chevy NZ HFHD |
| 11/12 | 13 Aug 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Tab Melton Pace Final | 41.6m | $30,000 | Ross Graham | Fr5 | - | $126.00 | - | - | 1:54.0 (56.5, 28.8) | Mighty Flying Art NZ | Spring in His Step 1.6m | Yambukian 1.9m |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Sugars | 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: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
6 years old
Sex
Brown - Mare
Breeding
Sportswriter USA - Sierra Tango (Village Jasper USA)
Best MR
1:55.7MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57.5, Lugging Pole N/S, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
5-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
13-3-2-2
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
61-9-12-8
Prize Money
$134,620
Win Range
2100 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
263437x552
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 | 61-9-12-8 | 0-0-0-0 | 18-0-6-5 | 5-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 13-3-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 23% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 48% | 0% | 61% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 54% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/6 | 17 Dec 2022 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 67 to 89. | Cranbourne Fencing Pace | 1.2m | $20,000 | Cameron Hart | Fr5 | - | $6.50 | 20 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (57.5, 28.8) | Polly Put Kettleon | Rockingwithsierra 1.2m | Heavenly Charm NK |
| 5/7 | 27 Nov 2022 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 62 to 75. | Cranbourne Fencing Pace | 20.2m | $10,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr6 | - | $9.50 | 15 days ago | - | 2:00.6 (55.9, 28.2) | Soho Rhapsody | Lord Verde NZ 1.2m | Our Uncle Jim 2.3m |
| 5/5 | 12 Nov 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 120. | Crown Graduate Mares Ffa | 18.9m | $30,000 | John Caldow | Fr1 | - | $151.00 | 189 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (55.2, 27.1) | Tough Tilly | Tay Tay SHFHD | Its Ebonynivory HD |
| 7/9 | 7 May 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 78 to 87. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 27.6m | $20,000 | Brad Chisholm | Fr4 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (55.5, 28.0) | Cant Top This | Would You Mind NZ 3.4m | Jilliby Nitro 5.9m |
| 3/8 | 30 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 89. | Irt Pace | 5.2m | $20,000 | Kate Gath | Fr7 | - | $8.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (56.2, 27.8) | Eva Mateo | Dougs Babe HD | Rockingwithsierra 4.6m |
| 4/10 | 16 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Vicbred Pace | 6.8m | $20,000 | Kate Gath | Fr7 | - | $8.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.4, 28.3) | Radius | Eva Mateo 3.1m | Kissmelvis 3.5m |
| 3/11 | 2 Apr 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 89. | Nutrien Pace | 1.5m | $20,000 | Kate Gath | Sr2 | - | $4.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (58.6, 29.6) | Sweet Louise | Eva Mateo HFNK | Rockingwithsierra HFNK |
| 6/8 | 26 Mar 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 75 to 84. | Tab Pace | 9.6m | $20,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr4 | - | $1.85 | 21 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (56.1, 28.3) | Yankee Gold NZ | Love Ina Chevy NZ HD | Go Dancing 7.3m |
| 2/11 | 5 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 89. | Hip Pocket Workwear Pace | 1.6m | $20,000 | Kate Gath | Sr4 | - | $3.30 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (56.4, 27.3) | Cheyella | Rockingwithsierra 1.6m | Pray Tell 22.0m |
| 1/9 | 25 Feb 2022 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Kate Bibby Pace | - | $20,000 | Kate Gath | Fr1 | - | $3.00 | - | - | 1:55.7 (55.7, 27.7) | Rockingwithsierra | Rockasaki 2.2m | Belittled 1.6m |
Sire
Sportswriter USA
Dam
Sierra Tango
Trained at
Sunbury
Colours
Black, White Diamonds & Sleeves
Owners
C D (Craig) Hoban
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C D Hoban | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Horse
Breeding
Warrawee Needy CA - Im Sue Pernatural NZ (Live or Die USA)
Best MR
1:54.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.9MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Straight, Blinkers - Murphy Blind N/S, Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 60, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Half Pole - N/S
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
11-4-3-1
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
16-6-4-1
Prize Money
$54,380
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
082216x321
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 | 16-6-4-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 6-3-2-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 11-4-3-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 38% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 36% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 69% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 73% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 17 Dec 2022 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Woodlands Stud Pace | - | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr3 | - | $2.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (56.6, 29.7) | Hurricane Hussler | Villacci 5.4m | Mongiana NK |
| 2/9 | 3 Dec 2022 | Geelong | 1609m | - | - | Devcon Properties Pace | 9.0m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr5 | - | $2.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (55.8, 28.2) | Ultimate Vinnie | Hurricane Hussler 9.0m | Sassyola HD |
| 3/8 | 26 Nov 2022 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR 67 to 74. | Decoglaze Splashbacks Pace | 13.0m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr5 | - | $17.00 | 70 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (57.8, 28.0) | Jacks Hawk | Captain Wilson 8.4m | Hurricane Hussler 4.5m |
| 6/12 | 17 Sep 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Dnr Logistics Pace | 10.2m | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr2 | - | $3.30 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (56.7, 29.0) | Vanquish Stride NZ | Lombo Heaven 1.6m | Sheffield Sparky NZ 3.5m |
| 1/7 | 3 Sep 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Cobbitty Lodge 4yo Pace | - | $14,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr4 | - | $2.60 | 10 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (57.0, 28.4) | Hurricane Hussler | Talent Agent NZ 15.5m | Digyourheelsin 8.4m |
| 2/8 | 24 Aug 2022 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 55 to 65. | Cainys Plumbing & Ag Pace | 7.3m | $9,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr7 | - | $2.15 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.5, 28.5) | Heavenly Charm | Hurricane Hussler 7.3m | Sea Lover 4.9m |
| 2/5 | 15 Aug 2022 | Marybro | 2190m | - | - | Tab Pace | HFHD | $10,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr3 | - | $4.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (57.0, 29.1) | Runaway Celebrity | Hurricane Hussler HFHD | Village Voice 4.7m |
| 8/12 | 6 Aug 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Dnr Logistics Pace | 14.5m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr2 | - | $16.00 | 38 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (57.3, 28.9) | Hayden Bromac NZ | Mirakuru HD | Kosimo 2.2m |
| 12/12 | 29 Jun 2022 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 54 to 61. | Vhrc Bonuses Pace | 53.8m | $8,000 | Ellen Rixon | Sr5 | - | $7.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (57.2, 28.9) | Post Game | Ira Poole NZ HFNK | Duffy Hollow NZ 1.5m |
| 1/8 | 15 Jun 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 55 to 60. | Garrards Horse & Hound | - | $8,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Sr3 | - | $1.55 | - | - | 1:55.8 (56.6, 27.8) | Hurricane Hussler | Sassyola 3.5m | Spot on NZ 3.2m |
Sire
Warrawee Needy CA
Dam
Im Sue Pernatural NZ
Trained at
Parwan
Colours
Orange, Black Diamond, White Sleeves & Black Hoops
Owners
L McNally, G G Withers, N Withers, S Withers
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C T Demmler | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: The recent pairing of Mattie Craven and ARDENS ACE (5) may go down as one of Australian Harness Racing’s greatest ever love stories. Look, it’s not as though that son of Art Major had never achieved anything in his career; before reaching Craven ARDENS ACE (5) had raced far more often than the typical pacer of his age and won more than $100K. Nevertheless, since adopting the Red Regime, that bloke has gone to another level entirely, almost defeating multiple Group 1 winner Better Eclipse in a Super Series semi-final two starts back. Above and beyond his brilliant recent form, ARDENS ACE (5) also possesses world class gate speed and should be in front tonight withing 80m of the start. Once there, he looks all but gilt-edged despite the depth of talent evident among his rivals. If our top tip leads and dictates as expected, then peg-domination looms large on the horizon with SPIRIT OF ANZAC (8) and LOVE INA CHEVY (1) likely fight out the placings. If, for whatever reason, there’s more pace than expected, the knockout hopes are class runners LETSROCKLETSROLL (10) and HECTOR (9). EARLY SPEED: 5 (Likely Leader) + 1 + 2?,4?,7? RATINGS: 5/ 8/ 1/ 10/ 9/ 2/ 7/ 4/ 6/ 3