Menangle R6 AINSWORTH A-STAR PACE
Ainsworth A-Star Pace
9:17pm • 2300m • Mobile Start • Pacers • No NR. • No age restrictions • $20,4009:17pm • 2300m • Mobile Start • Pacers • No NR. • No age restrictions • $20,400
Race Notes
D: Mark Purdon
T: M Purdon, N Purdon
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Horse
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Start Dreaming NZ (American Ideal USA)
Best MR
1:50.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.2MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Straight, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Boots - Bumper, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Shadow Roll, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip, Deafeners - Removable Hood, Reins - Conventional, ...
Today's Stats
Track
1-1-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
9-6-1-1
This Season
3-1-2-0
Career
19-13-4-1
Prize Money
$1,118,670
Win Range
1609 - 2700
Last 10 Starts
x411321221
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 | 19-13-4-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 2-1-1-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 3-1-2-0 | 9-6-1-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 68% | 0% | 50% | 100% | 0% | 33% | 67% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 95% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 0% | 100% | 89% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 10 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Hondo Grattan Stakes | - | $50,000 | Jack Callaghan | Fr5 | - | $1.28 | 7 days ago | - | 1:50.5 (53.6, 26.6) | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ | Our Vinnie 2.9m | Captains Knock HD |
| 2/12 | 3 Feb 2024 | Melton | 2760m | - | - | Sentrack A.g. Hunter Cup | 1.6m | $500,000 | Mark Purdon | Sr3 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (54.3, 27.2) | Leap to Fame | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ 1.6m | Max Delight 3.4m |
| 2/8 | 27 Jan 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Allied Express Classic | HFHD | $50,000 | Mark Purdon | Sr1 | - | $4.00 | 27 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (54.7, 26.7) | Better Eclipse | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ HFHD | Triple Eight NZ 5.7m |
| 1/8 | 31 Dec 2023 | Axpark | 2700m | - | - | - | - | $55,800 | Tony Herlihy | 15 Sr- | 15kgs | - | 21 days ago | - | 2:01.9 | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ | Old Town Road NZ 6m | Akuta NZ 7.50m |
| 2/14 | 10 Dec 2023 | Addngtn | 2600m | - | - | - | 2.25m | $258,750 | Mark Purdon | Sr- | - | - | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.6 | Its Merlin NZ | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ 2.25m | Sooner the Bettor NZ 6.75m |
| 3/10 | 1 Dec 2023 | Addngtn | 1980m | - | - | - | 18.75m | $24,125 | Mark Purdon | Sr- | - | - | 17 days ago | - | 1:55.9 | Its Merlin NZ | Sooner the Bettor NZ 6m | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ 12.75m |
| 1/11 | 14 Nov 2023 | Addngtn | 2600m | - | - | - | - | $39,300 | Mark Purdon | Sr- | - | - | 32 days ago | - | 1:57.5 | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ | Cya Art NZ 4.50m | Its Merlin NZ 25m |
| 1/14 | 13 Oct 2023 | Addngtn | 1980m | - | - | - | - | $113,850 | Mark Purdon | Sr- | - | - | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.3 | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ | Jolimont (NZ) HFNK | Its Merlin NZ 3m |
| 4/10 | 29 Sep 2023 | Addngtn | 1980m | - | - | - | 2.10m | $24,125 | Mark Purdon | Sr- | - | - | 140 days ago | - | 1:55.2 | Coney Island Lou NZ | Who's Delight (NZ) HD | Charlie Brown (NZ) HFHD |
| 1/10 | 12 May 2023 | Addngtn | 1980m | - | - | - | - | $138,000 | Natalie Rasmussen | Sr- | - | - | - | - | 1:53.6 | Dont Stop Dreaming NZ | Sinbad (NZ) 4.50m | Triple G (NZ) 8.25m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Start Dreaming NZ
Trained at
Christchurch
Colours
Blue, Silver Grey Stars
Owners
Estate of I D Dobson, D M Dunford, M D Dunford
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Purdon | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M Purdon, N Purdon | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Kyleasha (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:57.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.6MS
Gear
Bit - Other, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Burr - Rein O/S, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Length 59, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip, Hopple Shorteners - Stands and Mobiles
Today's Stats
Track
8-0-2-0
Distance
4-0-1-0
Track & Distance
4-0-1-0
Last Season
13-7-4-0
This Season
5-0-1-0
Career
27-11-7-2
Prize Money
$374,493
Win Range
2090 - 2200
Last 10 Starts
14x2562747
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 | 27-11-7-2 | 4-0-1-0 | 22-11-6-1 | 8-0-2-0 | 4-0-1-0 | 5-0-1-0 | 13-7-4-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 41% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 54% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 74% | 25% | 82% | 25% | 25% | 20% | 85% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 5 | 2 | 7 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/10 | 17 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Tab We'Re On | 5.8m | $20,400 | James Rattray | Fr8 | - | $7.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (55.4, 28.6) | Hot and Treacherous NZ | Jay Ok SHFHD | Manila Playboy HD |
| 4/10 | 3 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | J E Binskin Ffa | 1.7m | $30,600 | James Rattray | Fr5 | - | $9.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:49.8 (54.9, 27.7) | Loyalist NZ | Mach Da Vinci NZ NK | South Coast Arden NZ HD |
| 7/10 | 27 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Ultra Air | 16.0m | $20,400 | James Rattray | Fr7 | - | $6.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.4, 27.9) | Taipo NZ | Spirit of St Louis NZ 2.1m | Cantfindabettorman NZ 4.6m |
| 2/10 | 13 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Ainsworth | 8.5m | $20,400 | James Rattray | Fr5 | - | $3.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (54.4, 26.3) | Mach Da Vinci NZ | Magician 8.5m | Line Up NZ SHFHD |
| 6/9 | 6 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Club Menangle P J Hall Ffa | 12.2m | $30,600 | James Rattray | Fr9 | - | $21.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:50.8 (53.7, 26.4) | Hi Manameisjeff NZ | South Coast Arden NZ 6.2m | Mach Da Vinci NZ 3.5m |
| 5/10 | 16 Dec 2023 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Downbytheseaside - A Sire | 5.0m | $20,400 | James Rattray | Fr10 | - | $3.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (55.7, 27.4) | Braeview Kelly NZ | Double Encounter 1.5m | South Coast Arden NZ HFNK |
| 2/10 | 9 Dec 2023 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Brian Hancock Ffa | 1.9m | $25,500 | James Rattray | Fr10 | - | $34.00 | 98 days ago | - | 1:51.2 (54.7, 26.2) | Taipo NZ | Magician 1.9m | Mach Da Vinci NZ HFNK |
| 4/10 | 2 Sep 2023 | Menangl | 2400m | - | No NR. | The Tab Eureka | 15.4m | $1,970,000 | Todd Rattray | Fr5 | - | $71.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:51.8 (53.6, 27.1) | Encipher | Leap to Fame 1.7m | Captain Ravishing 11.5m |
| 1/10 | 5 Aug 2023 | Hobart | 2090m | - | No NR. | The Beautide | - | $80,000 | Todd Rattray | Sr3 | - | $2.05 | 6 days ago | - | 1:58.8 (57.7, 28.5) | Magician | Mickey Oh 1.0m | De Goey 2.7m |
| 1/9 | 30 Jul 2023 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | NR 75 to 105. | Great Northern Super Crisp | - | $12,000 | Todd Rattray | Sr1 | - | $1.65 | - | - | 1:57.6 (57.8, 28.8) | Magician | Hickstead NZ SHFHD | Rockandahardplace 10.7m |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Kyleasha
Trained at
Longford
Colours
Red, White Yoke, Blue Braces, Diamonds & Waistband, Red Sleeves, White "R" & Cuffs
Owners
B T Stewart, D I Rattray
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Rattray | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J R Rattray | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Beach Parade (NZ) (Beach Towel USA)
Best MR
1:50.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Chin Rest, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Neck Strap, Shadow Roll, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Undercheck, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
17-4-5-4
Distance
3-0-2-1
Track & Distance
3-0-2-1
Last Season
2-0-0-0
This Season
5-1-1-2
Career
34-9-6-7
Prize Money
$386,337
Win Range
1609 - 2760
Last 10 Starts
5x70x23318
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 34-9-6-7 | 3-0-2-1 | 11-0-2-3 | 17-4-5-4 | 3-0-2-1 | 5-1-1-2 | 2-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 26% | 0% | 0% | 24% | 0% | 20% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 65% | 100% | 45% | 76% | 100% | 80% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 4 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | - | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/10 | 17 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Macarthur Fc | 7.3m | $20,400 | Will Rixon | Fr2 | - | $9.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:49.2 (55.0, 27.0) | Fire Fox NZ | Taipo NZ 3.6m | Rock N Roll Doo NZ NK |
| 1/7 | 3 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Garrards Horse And Hound | - | $20,400 | Will Rixon | Fr4 | - | $1.90 | 14 days ago | - | 1:51.0 (54.7, 27.3) | Line Up NZ | Zeuss Bromac NZ 5.5m | Smiffys Terror NZ HD |
| 3/9 | 20 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Irt Your Horse Our Passion | 6.6m | $20,400 | Will Rixon | Fr3 | - | $12.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:48.6 (54.3, 27.5) | Hi Manameisjeff NZ | South Coast Arden NZ HD | Line Up NZ 6.3m |
| 3/10 | 13 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Ainsworth | 8.6m | $20,400 | Will Rixon | Fr1 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (54.4, 26.3) | Mach Da Vinci NZ | Magician 8.5m | Line Up NZ SHFHD |
| 2/10 | 6 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Bestinbeds.com.au | HFHD | $20,400 | Will Rixon | Fr10 | - | $8.00 | 154 days ago | - | 1:52.4 (56.1, 27.3) | Wow Hes a Rock Star NZ | Line Up NZ HFHD | Alta Orlando NZ HD |
| 12/12 | 5 Aug 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Waste Sense Our Maestro | 15.6m | $24,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr2 | - | $51.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (55.2, 26.4) | Better Eclipse | Hurricane Harley HD | Yambukian HFNK |
| 7/10 | 15 Jul 2023 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 90 to 120. | 2023 Popular Alm Sprint | 6.3m | $24,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $9.50 | 343 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (56.3, 28.7) | Bettor Isolate | Tango Tara NZ HFHD | Like a Wildfire NZ 1.6m |
| 5/11 | 6 Aug 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Our Maestro Free For All | 5.5m | $24,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr2 | - | $1.85 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (56.4, 28.7) | Supreme Dominator NZ | Torrid Saint HFHD | Tango Tara NZ 1.1m |
| 3/6 | 30 Jul 2022 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 88 to 105. | Smartline Mortgage Pace | 1.6m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $1.80 | 119 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (55.3, 27.7) | Hi Manameisjeff NZ | Rackemup Tigerpie 1.2m | Line Up NZ HD |
| 2/10 | 2 Apr 2022 | Menangl | 2300m | - | NR up to 95. | Allied Express Courier | HD | $20,400 | Darren Binskin | Fr9 | - | $2.80 | - | - | 1:53.8 (54.1, 26.8) | Ranger Bomb NZ | Line Up NZ HD | Soho Tsunami 10.3m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Beach Parade (NZ)
Trained at
Cawdor
Colours
Light Blue & Yellow Diamonds, Yellow Sleeves
Owners
E & M Stride
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Will Rixon | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Rando, M J Rando | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
11 years old
Sex
Black - Gelding
Breeding
Rock N Roll Heaven USA - Full Pleasure (Armbro Operative USA)
Best MR
1:52.7MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.8MS
Gear
Bit - Straight, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 54, Lugging Pole N/S, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens
Today's Stats
Track
6-0-0-0
Distance
1-0-0-0
Track & Distance
1-0-0-0
Last Season
26-5-0-3
This Season
3-1-0-0
Career
109-20-14-10
Prize Money
$231,016
Win Range
1200 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
0333061415
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 | 109-20-14-10 | 1-0-0-0 | 66-8-8-7 | 6-0-0-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 3-1-0-0 | 26-5-0-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 18% | 0% | 12% | 0% | 0% | 33% | 19% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 40% | 0% | 35% | 0% | 0% | 33% | 31% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | - | 8 | - | - | 3 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 3 Feb 2024 | Melton | 1200m | - | - | Catanach'S Mercury80 Final | 9.8m | $40,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr6 | - | $4.20 | 7 days ago | - | 0:00.0 (55.1, 27.8) | Dalvey Robyn NZ | Jillibyjacksparrow HD | La Captain HFNK |
| 1/8 | 27 Jan 2024 | Melton | 1200m | - | - | Catanach'S Mercury80 | - | $15,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr7 | - | $4.80 | 21 days ago | - | 0:00.0 (56.4, 26.5) | Letsrockletsroll | Dalvey Robyn NZ 1.7m | Jilliby Kung Fu 1.7m |
| 4/6 | 6 Jan 2024 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | - | Betavet Pace | 9.5m | $15,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $11.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (54.8, 26.6) | Fides | La Captain 4.1m | Sew What 3.6m |
| 1/6 | 31 Dec 2023 | Melton | 1200m | - | NR up to 90. | Hygain Pace | - | $10,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr6 | - | $2.40 | 8 days ago | - | 0:00.0 (56.8, 28.1) | Letsrockletsroll | Montana Flash 1.3m | Sanday 3.8m |
| 6/12 | 23 Dec 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Chatterton Laceworks Pace | 16.3m | $17,500 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr4 | - | $41.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (55.6, 27.6) | Ideal Escape | Corravally Star NZ SHFHD | Ultimate Vinnie 7.1m |
| 10/10 | 25 Nov 2023 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Melton City Council Sprint | 25.7m | $24,000 | Chris Alford | Sr1 | - | $23.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (55.0, 27.7) | Like a Wildfire NZ | Curly James 1.2m | Max Delight HFNK |
| 3/10 | 11 Nov 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 99. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 4.7m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr7 | - | $34.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.2, 27.7) | Private Eye | Whiskey Cavalier NZ 3.3m | Letsrockletsroll 1.3m |
| 3/7 | 4 Nov 2023 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 105. | Sulky.app Future Of Form | 3.8m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr2 | - | $10.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (56.2, 27.6) | Outlaw Man NZ | Bettor Be the Bomb HD | Letsrockletsroll 3.5m |
| 3/12 | 28 Oct 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 95. | Download The Tab App Pace | 1.7m | $20,000 | James Locke | Sr1 | - | $9.50 | 21 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (55.5, 27.8) | Solesseo Matuca | Hes Charlies Angel 1.2m | Letsrockletsroll, Arggghhh HD |
| 11/12 | 7 Oct 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 99. | Hip Pocket Workwear Pace | 18.4m | $17,500 | David Aiken | Fr6 | - | $126.00 | - | - | 1:54.2 (57.4, 28.5) | Ever Hoping | District Attorney 1.3m | Terry NZ HD |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Sanderson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D Aiken | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
7 years old
Sex
Brown - Horse
Breeding
Rock N Roll Heaven USA - Art Start (Perfect Art USA)
Best MR
1:48.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:53.1MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Crupper, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 61, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Pre Race Warm Up, Whip, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens
Today's Stats
Track
28-16-7-0
Distance
4-3-1-0
Track & Distance
4-3-1-0
Last Season
11-2-3-0
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
53-25-10-2
Prize Money
$988,907
Win Range
1609 - 2400
Last 10 Starts
26x125889x
Last Run
217 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 53-25-10-2 | 4-3-1-0 | 12-5-3-1 | 28-16-7-0 | 4-3-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 11-2-3-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 47% | 75% | 42% | 57% | 75% | 0% | 18% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 70% | 100% | 75% | 82% | 100% | 0% | 45% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | 5 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12 | 22 Jul 2023 | Albpark | 2680m | - | No NR. | 2023 The Blacks A Fake | 21.4m | $400,000 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr4 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (54.8, 27.5) | Swayzee | Leap to Fame 6.4m | Hot and Treacherous NZ 2.5m |
| 8/10 | 15 Jul 2023 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Garrards Sunshine Sprint | 11.8m | $200,000 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr5 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:50.2 (54.6, 27.1) | Leap to Fame | Spirit of St Louis NZ 2.8m | Hot and Treacherous NZ 2.0m |
| 8/12 | 8 Jul 2023 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Mr Feelgood Open G3 | 11.8m | $53,040 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr5 | - | $6.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.7, 28.2) | Swayzee | Petes Said So NZ 1.6m | Manila Playboy 2.5m |
| 5/9 | 10 Jun 2023 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Prydes Easifeed Band Hcp | 2.8m | $21,986 | Luke Mccarthy | 20 Fr2 | 20kgs | $2.30 | 21 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (55.9, 28.0) | Tims a Trooper | L L Cool J NZ 1.6m | Warfare, Make Mine Memphis HFHD |
| 2/8 | 20 May 2023 | Menangl | 2300m | - | NR up to 120. | Pacing For Pink High Tea 3 | HD | $20,400 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr7 | - | $1.22 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (53.7, 26.9) | Alta Orlando NZ | Expensive Ego HFNK | Ranger Bomb NZ 7.2m |
| 1/10 | 13 May 2023 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 120. | Club Menangle Bill Green | - | $25,500 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr3 | - | $1.55 | 70 days ago | - | 1:51.1 (53.8, 26.7) | Expensive Ego | Alta Orlando NZ 4.4m | Fire Fox NZ 1.2m |
| 6/8 | 4 Mar 2023 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Garrards Miracle Mile | 15.6m | $1,000,000 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr8 | - | $18.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:48.8 (54.1, 26.2) | Catch a Wave | Spirit of St Louis NZ 3.1m | Honolua Bay HD |
| 2/10 | 25 Feb 2023 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Allied Express Sprint G2 | 2.7m | $100,000 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr6 | - | $3.50 | 21 days ago | - | 1:49.3 (55.0, 27.6) | Honolua Bay | Expensive Ego 2.7m | Major Meister NZ 1.5m |
| 5/12 | 4 Feb 2023 | Melton | 2760m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Del-Re National Hunter Cup | 11.8m | $500,000 | Luke Mccarthy | Sr2 | - | $9.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (56.8, 28.3) | Honolua Bay | I Cast No Shadow NZ 4.7m | Old Town Road NZ HFHD |
| 2/9 | 21 Jan 2023 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 120. | Australian Pacing Gold | HD | $20,400 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr9 | - | $1.25 | - | - | 1:49.3 (53.8, 26.7) | Petes Said So NZ | Expensive Ego HD | The Black Prince NZ 5.6m |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Art Start
Trained at
Cobbitty
Colours
Green, Blue Braces & Sleeves, White Yoke, Blue Stars
Owners
B J McCarthy, J R Grice
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke McCarthy | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L A McCarthy | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
American Ideal USA - Whos Escaped NZ (Artiscape USA)
Best MR
1:51.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.7MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 61.5, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
9-2-1-1
Distance
2-0-0-0
Track & Distance
2-0-0-0
Last Season
22-6-3-2
This Season
7-0-2-0
Career
64-15-11-6
Prize Money
$218,608
Win Range
1609 - 2270
Last 10 Starts
7112055250
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 | 64-15-11-6 | 2-0-0-0 | 28-6-6-2 | 9-2-1-1 | 2-0-0-0 | 7-0-2-0 | 22-6-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 0% | 21% | 22% | 0% | 0% | 27% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 50% | 0% | 50% | 44% | 0% | 29% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | - | 7 | 5 | - | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12 | 17 Feb 2024 | Terang | 2680m | - | - | Terang Co-Op Terang Cup | 10.6m | $40,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr1 | - | $15.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.6 (55.5, 27.8) | Jilliby Willow | Fides 1.0m | Springfield Affair 2.0m |
| 5/10 | 10 Feb 2024 | Cranbrn | 2555m | - | - | Decron Cranbourne Cup | 25.2m | $100,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr2 | - | $126.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (55.3, 28.6) | Leap to Fame | Max Delight 9.4m | Rakero Rebel NZ 4.6m |
| 2/8 | 3 Feb 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 or better. | Tab The Pure Steel | HD | $25,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr2 | - | $8.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (55.1, 28.1) | Triple Eight NZ | Ideal Escape HFNK | Bulletproof Boy HFHD |
| 5/11 | 27 Jan 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Logical Staffing Solutions | 3.6m | $40,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr4 | - | $10.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (55.6, 28.5) | Sanday | Springfield Affair NK | Sew What HFNK |
| 5/6 | 20 Jan 2024 | Balarat | 2200m | - | - | The Breakthrough Heats | 9.6m | $15,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr5 | - | $10.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (55.8, 27.4) | Sew What | Corravally Star NZ 1.9m | Dream Maze 3.1m |
| 10/12 | 13 Jan 2024 | Shepptn | 2690m | - | - | Shepparton Pacing Cup | 26.8m | $75,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr2 | - | $101.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (56.2, 28.3) | Curly James | Kanena Provlima HFHD | Petes Said So NZ 7.5m |
| 2/7 | 3 Jan 2024 | Mildura | 2190m | - | - | Ashwood Racing Pace | 3.0m | $10,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr1 | - | $2.25 | 6 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (56.7, 29.2) | Sahara Tiger | Ideal Escape 3.0m | United 8.1m |
| 1/8 | 28 Dec 2023 | Mildura | 1790m | - | - | Mcdonalds Irymple Mildura | - | $10,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr2 | - | $1.20 | 5 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (57.6, 28.3) | Ideal Escape | United 7.9m | Blue Chip Delight NZ 1.3m |
| 1/12 | 23 Dec 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 94. | Chatterton Laceworks Pace | - | $17,500 | Ellen Tormey | Sr3 | - | $12.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (55.6, 27.6) | Ideal Escape | Corravally Star NZ SHFHD | Ultimate Vinnie 7.1m |
| 7/10 | 15 Dec 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 105. | Hip Pocket Workwear Pace | 6.3m | $20,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr4 | - | $3.50 | - | - | 1:55.8 (55.7, 27.9) | Ultimate Vinnie | Triple Eight NZ HD | Arggghhh 4.6m |
Sire
American Ideal USA
Dam
Whos Escaped NZ
Trained at
Strathfieldsaye
Colours
White, Dark Blue A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
G R (Garry) Block
| 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
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Terror to Love NZ - Mydadisachamp (NZ) (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:53.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:53.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Burr - Rein N/S, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 59, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens
Today's Stats
Track
5-1-0-1
Distance
3-2-0-0
Track & Distance
2-1-0-0
Last Season
22-1-2-2
This Season
4-1-0-1
Career
63-11-9-8
Prize Money
$228,664
Win Range
1980 - 3000
Last 10 Starts
8898757153
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 | 63-11-9-8 | 3-2-0-0 | 6-2-1-1 | 5-1-0-1 | 2-1-0-0 | 4-1-0-1 | 22-1-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 17% | 67% | 33% | 20% | 50% | 25% | 5% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 44% | 67% | 67% | 40% | 50% | 50% | 23% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 3 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Garrards Horse And Hound | 5.9m | $20,400 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr5 | - | $3.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.0 (54.7, 27.3) | Line Up NZ | Zeuss Bromac NZ 5.5m | Smiffys Terror NZ HD |
| 5/10 | 27 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 95. | Allied Express Specialised | 9.3m | $20,400 | Hannah Rixon | Fr9 | - | $12.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:51.6 (54.6, 26.5) | Our Cosmic Major NZ | Ardens Ace NZ NK | Unfazed NZ 5.9m |
| 1/8 | 13 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 2300m | - | NR up to 95. | Be Happy Mach @ Wingate Fa | - | $20,400 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr7 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (53.8, 26.5) | Smiffys Terror NZ | Cya Art NZ 1.1m | Stingray Tara NZ SHFHD |
| 7/10 | 6 Jan 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 95. | Allied Express Specialised | 9.8m | $20,400 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr8 | - | $6.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:50.8 (55.0, 27.6) | The Croupier NZ | Ideal in Dreams 3.4m | Unfazed NZ HFNK |
| 5/12 | 26 Dec 2023 | Bthurst | 2790m | - | No NR. | Shirley Turnbull Mem G3 | 18.4m | $50,000 | Luke Mccarthy | Fr7 | - | $26.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (57.4, 28.8) | Cya Art NZ | Taipo NZ 7.3m | Star Major 1.9m |
| 7/10 | 16 Dec 2023 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Downbytheseaside - A Sire | 6.5m | $20,400 | John Mccarthy | Fr5 | - | $7.50 | 29 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (55.7, 27.4) | Braeview Kelly NZ | Double Encounter 1.5m | South Coast Arden NZ HFNK |
| 8/8 | 17 Nov 2023 | Addngtn | 1980m | - | - | - | - | $186,000 | - | Sr- | - | - | 3 days ago | - | 1:56.7 | Self Assured NZ | Akuta NZ 3.75m | Beach Ball (NZ) NK |
| 9/15 | 14 Nov 2023 | Addngtn | 3200m | - | - | - | - | $789,375 | - | FT Sr- | - | - | 11 days ago | - | 1:58.9 | Swayzee | Akuta NZ 7.50m | Beach Ball (NZ) 8.25m |
| 8/10 | 3 Nov 2023 | Addngtn | 2600m | - | - | - | - | $19,300 | - | FT Sr- | - | - | 4 days ago | - | 2:00.7 | Beach Ball (NZ) | Macandrew Aviator (NZ) 5.25m | American Me (NZ) 3m |
| 8/11 | 30 Oct 2023 | Kakoura | 2400m | - | - | - | - | $58,950 | - | FT Sr- | - | - | - | - | 1:57.9 | Akuta NZ | Old Town Road NZ 6.75m | Krug NZ HD |
Sire
Terror to Love NZ
Dam
Mydadisachamp (NZ)
Trained at
Stockleigh
Colours
Red, Black Diamond With White Outline, Red Sleeves, Black Stripe With White Outline
Owners
C M Kellaway-Pengelly, S Smith, M M Wekepiri, T J Wekepiri, J W R Taylor, B S Ellis, C C Liley
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Geary | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L A McCarthy | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Jim Douglass
T: J A Rando, M J Rando
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Somebeachsomewhere USA - Glenburn Jewel (NZ) (Live or Die USA)
Best MR
1:51.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.7MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Bit N/S, Chin Rest, Crupper, Deafeners - Hood, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
11-3-1-1
Distance
2-1-0-0
Track & Distance
2-1-0-0
Last Season
0-0-0-0
This Season
3-0-0-0
Career
38-12-3-5
Prize Money
$242,122
Win Range
1609 - 2678
Last 10 Starts
043124x805
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 | 38-12-3-5 | 2-1-0-0 | 14-4-1-1 | 11-3-1-1 | 2-1-0-0 | 3-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 32% | 50% | 29% | 27% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 53% | 50% | 43% | 45% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 17 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Macarthur Fc | 5.0m | $20,400 | Jim Douglass | Fr5 | - | $71.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:49.2 (55.0, 27.0) | Fire Fox NZ | Taipo NZ 3.6m | Rock N Roll Doo NZ NK |
| 10/10 | 10 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Condell Park Produce | 17.1m | $20,400 | Will Rixon | Fr7 | - | $23.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (53.5, 26.2) | Mach Da Vinci NZ | Bondi Lockdown SHFHD | Double Encounter 9.3m |
| 8/10 | 3 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | J E Binskin Ffa | 6.1m | $30,600 | Will Rixon | Fr4 | - | $15.00 | 651 days ago | - | 1:49.8 (54.9, 27.7) | Loyalist NZ | Mach Da Vinci NZ NK | South Coast Arden NZ HD |
| 4/10 | 23 Apr 2022 | Mildura | 2600m | - | NR up to 120. | Tasco Mildura Cup Final | 20.7m | $60,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr3 | - | $4.40 | 4 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.9, 28.4) | Phoenix Prince | Our Millionaire 12.2m | Bulletproof Boy 5.0m |
| 2/5 | 19 Apr 2022 | Mildura | 2600m | - | NR up to 120. | Mildura Pacing Cup Ht2 | 8.1m | $10,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr3 | - | $1.75 | 17 days ago | - | 1:59.2 (55.1, 27.2) | Phoenix Prince | Boots Electric NZ 8.1m | Bulletproof Boy 9.4m |
| 1/10 | 2 Apr 2022 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 85 to 120. | The Big Screen Company | - | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr6 | - | $8.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:51.5 (56.1, 28.3) | Boots Electric NZ | Major Roll 4.9m | Bulletproof Boy HFHD |
| 3/10 | 19 Mar 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | City Of Melton Plate | 10.3m | $50,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr3 | - | $2.80 | 20 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (54.8, 27.0) | Hi Manameisjeff NZ | Cherokee Joe 10.2m | Boots Electric NZ HFHD |
| 4/12 | 27 Feb 2022 | Horsham | 2700m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Horsham Pacing Cup | 13.2m | $60,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr7 | - | $41.00 | 22 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (55.2, 27.2) | Our Millionaire | Phoenix Prince 6.1m | Demon Delight 1.6m |
| 10/12 | 5 Feb 2022 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 120. | Tab The Pure Steel | 10.3m | $30,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr6 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (54.7, 26.8) | Like a Wildfire NZ | Boy From Bondi 4.6m | Tango Tara NZ HFNK |
| 3/8 | 29 Jan 2022 | Melton | 1200m | - | NR up to 120. | All In One Mercury80 Ht4 | 10.3m | $20,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr1 | - | $2.30 | - | - | 0:00.0 (55.0, 26.7) | Cash N Flow NZ | Bulletproof Boy 8.8m | Boots Electric NZ 1.5m |
Sire
Somebeachsomewhere USA
Dam
Glenburn Jewel (NZ)
Trained at
Tamborine
Colours
Light Blue & Yellow Diamonds, Light Blue Sleeves
Owners
E & M Stride
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Douglass | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Rando, M J Rando | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Changeover NZ - She Sizzles (NZ)
Best MR
1:51.6MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.2MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 60, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Pre Race Warm Up
Gear Changes
Removed: Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-0-0
Distance
1-0-0-0
Track & Distance
1-0-0-0
Last Season
19-5-2-1
This Season
5-0-0-0
Career
52-18-5-2
Prize Money
$139,239
Win Range
1660 - 2138
Last 10 Starts
1489744045
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 | 52-18-5-2 | 1-0-0-0 | 19-8-3-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 5-0-0-0 | 19-5-2-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 35% | 0% | 42% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 26% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 48% | 0% | 58% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 42% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 17 Feb 2024 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Tab We'Re On | 5.2m | $20,400 | Jack Trainor | Fr7 | - | $61.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (55.4, 28.6) | Hot and Treacherous NZ | Jay Ok SHFHD | Manila Playboy HD |
| 4/6 | 10 Feb 2024 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Aqwa Constructions Open | 13.9m | $20,770 | Brittany Graham | Fr3 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.2 (54.3, 27.0) | Future Assured | Romanee NZ 9.2m | Northview Hustler NZ 3.4m |
| 11/12 | 3 Feb 2024 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Garrards Divided Open | 18.1m | $26,000 | Zac Chappenden | Sr3 | - | $101.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (54.4, 26.9) | Turn It Up | Deus Ex NZ HD | Manila Playboy HFHD |
| 4/8 | 20 Jan 2024 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Aqwa Constructions Pace | 14.4m | $16,500 | Darrel Graham | Fr1 | - | $61.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (54.5, 26.5) | Leap to Fame | Turn It Up 2.6m | L L Cool J NZ 10.2m |
| 4/9 | 6 Jan 2024 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Garrards Open Pace 1div | 4.2m | $25,000 | Darrel Graham | Fr6 | - | $71.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:51.2 (54.3, 27.4) | Northview Hustler NZ | Tims a Trooper 3.4m | Bombadier Jujon HFNK |
| 7/10 | 9 Dec 2023 | Albpark | 2680m | - | No NR. | Id23 Rd3 Heats - Ht 10 | 34.9m | $30,000 | Darrel Graham | Fr2 | - | $151.00 | 4 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (54.4, 26.4) | Leap to Fame | Petes Said So NZ 9.9m | Cantfindabettorman NZ 2.0m |
| 9/12 | 5 Dec 2023 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Id23 Rd2 Heats - Ht 5 | 25.1m | $30,000 | Zac Chappenden | Fr3 | - | $151.00 | 4 days ago | - | 1:51.9 (54.7, 27.2) | Speak the Truth | Petes Said So NZ 1.6m | Swayzee 4.1m |
| 8/9 | 1 Dec 2023 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Id23 Rd1 Heats - Ht 2 | 18.9m | $28,650 | Zac Chappenden | Sr2 | - | $151.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:51.5 (54.5, 26.5) | Better Eclipse | Classie Washington NZ 1.4m | Captain Shuffles 7.8m |
| 4/11 | 25 Nov 2023 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Pryde'S Pacers Band Hcp | 6.0m | $14,980 | Darrel Graham | 20 Fr1 | 20kgs | $7.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (55.4, 28.0) | Despondent | Its Mr Clooney NZ 1.7m | Tairlaw Toll NZ HD |
| 1/12 | 11 Nov 2023 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Garrards B4/b2 Pace | - | $21,378 | Brittany Graham | Fr3 | - | $4.80 | - | - | 1:55.5 (55.0, 27.8) | Tiz a Sizzler NZ | Make Mine Memphis 5.1m | Captain Shuffles 1.4m |
Sire
Changeover NZ
Dam
She Sizzles (NZ)
Trained at
Biddaddaba
Colours
Gold & Green Stripes, Gold Yoke & Sleeves
Owners
L E (Linda) Graham
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brittany Graham | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D W Graham | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
DONT STOP DREAMING (9) has been terrific so far in Australia, chasing Leap To Fame for a closing second in the Hunter Cup before showing an impressive turn of speed to win the Hondo Grattan in his first visit to this circuit. He has the class to overcome the outside draw and win again. EXPENSIVE EGO (5) makes his first appearance since last year's winter carnival in Brisbane but he flies fresh with four wins and a placing from five attempts. Readied with two trials and his circuit and distance strike rates are impressive. His best measures up. MAGICIAN (3) gets a better draw and that can see him feature in the finish. IDEAL ESCAPE (4) has been taking on good company in Victoria. Goes well at this distance so could play a role.