Kilmore R1 C&M BUILD GROUP PACE
C&m Build Group Pace
6:03pm • 2180m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 70 to 79. • No age restrictions • $15,0006:03pm • 2180m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 70 to 79. • No age restrictions • $15,000
Race Notes
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Rock N Roll Heaven USA - Ruby Slippers (Life Sign USA)
Best MR
1:54.0MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.2MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Neckstrap O/S, Crupper, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 55, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind
Today's Stats
Track
3-1-0-0
Distance
1-1-0-0
Track & Distance
1-1-0-0
Last Season
22-4-2-3
This Season
21-3-3-5
Career
52-8-6-9
Prize Money
$132,060
Win Range
1609 - 2180
Last 10 Starts
6633231738
Last Run
9 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 52-8-6-9 | 1-1-0-0 | 25-4-4-2 | 3-1-0-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 21-3-3-5 | 22-4-2-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 100% | 16% | 33% | 100% | 14% | 18% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 44% | 100% | 40% | 33% | 100% | 52% | 41% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/12 | 18 Sep 2024 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | No NR. | Vicbred Super Series 4yo | 10.0m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $7.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (55.8, 28.2) | Twisting by NZ | Major Bert HD | Classic Mission NZ 1.3m |
| 3/9 | 9 Sep 2024 | Yar Val | 1650m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Ken Smith & Associates | 5.6m | $8,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $4.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (56.7, 28.8) | Rockandance | Mona Mia 1.1m | Layden 4.5m |
| 7/12 | 30 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Ride High Vss 4yo E&g | 24.5m | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Fr7 | - | $151.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (55.2, 27.8) | Roadmaster | Perfect Class HD | Gawn 8.6m |
| 1/10 | 15 Aug 2024 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Newnham Earthmoving Pace | - | $8,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr3 | - | $3.00 | 12 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.9, 29.0) | Layden | Settebello 4.6m | Plains in Heaven 6.4m |
| 3/10 | 3 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | 3.6m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr3 | - | $2.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (57.3, 28.2) | Rockandance | Cool Night 1.9m | Layden 1.7m |
| 2/12 | 27 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Catanach'S Jewellers Pace | 1.1m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr2 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (56.4, 28.6) | Clear Left NZ | Layden 1.1m | Big Boy Mal 1.4m |
| 3/10 | 20 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 1.5m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr2 | - | $6.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.6, 27.6) | My Uncle Stan | Clear Left NZ 1.1m | Layden HD |
| 3/8 | 12 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 80. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 4.5m | $9,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr2 | - | $10.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.3, 28.3) | American Legacy NZ | Tiger Band Wagon HFNK | Layden 3.8m |
| 6/10 | 6 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Logical Staffing Solutions | 6.1m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr5 | - | $23.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (56.1, 28.4) | Le Belle Bijoux | Hugo Maguire NZ NK | Clear Left NZ 4.3m |
| 6/9 | 30 Jun 2024 | Cranbrn | 1609m | - | NR up to 70. | Cranbourne Club 21 Pace | 10.7m | $8,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr2 | - | $5.50 | - | - | 1:55.8 (57.0, 27.8) | My Uncle Stan | Rudy Gee 4.0m | Morvah 4.9m |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Ruby Slippers
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
White, Dark Blue Diamond
Owners
J D Braidwood, C D Dix, R W Howson
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C C Attard | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |


D: Chris Alford
T: B D Barnes, D P Barnes
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
7 years old
Sex
Black - Gelding
Breeding
Rock N Roll Heaven USA - Indi Rose NZ (Holmes Hanover USA)
Best MR
1:56.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.9MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Crupper, Deafeners - Plugs, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 61, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
2-0-1-0
Distance
2-0-1-0
Track & Distance
2-0-1-0
Last Season
14-2-2-2
This Season
15-3-3-2
Career
31-7-5-4
Prize Money
$103,673
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
1134672959
Last Run
6 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 31-7-5-4 | 2-0-1-0 | 24-5-4-3 | 2-0-1-0 | 2-0-1-0 | 15-3-3-2 | 14-2-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 0% | 21% | 0% | 0% | 20% | 14% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 52% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% | 53% | 43% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 8.5m | $15,000 | Josh Duggan | Sr1 | - | $18.00 | 38 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.0, 27.6) | Just as Well NZ | Classic Angelina 4.0m | Crime Writer HD |
| 5/9 | 14 Aug 2024 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 60 to 69. | South. Cross Office Equip | 4.1m | $9,000 | Ewa Justice | Sr3 | - | $5.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (56.4, 27.4) | Marty the Martian | Ozzie Punta NK | Rakajed NZ NK |
| 9/10 | 3 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 10.4m | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $26.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (55.8, 27.3) | Clymenus NZ | Clear Left NZ HD | Vee Em Gee Macray NK |
| 2/6 | 26 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 80. | Allied Express Pace | 8.3m | $9,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $12.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (55.1, 27.5) | Fighter Command | Rocknroll Walla 8.3m | Hugo Rocks HFNK |
| 7/8 | 13 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 2W/15.0K stake | Beraldo Coffee Pace | 14.3m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Fr7 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.4, 27.6) | Gawn | Sweetpassion 5.8m | Dhaulagiri NZ 3.6m |
| 6/11 | 6 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 1W/15.0K stake | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 5.9m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Sr3 | - | $12.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (57.0, 28.5) | Angus Indiana | Son of Mac NZ 1.5m | The Beach Fantasy NZ 1.2m |
| 4/12 | 22 Jun 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 89. | Renown Silverware Pace | 6.9m | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Sr3 | - | $4.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (56.7, 28.2) | Son of Mac NZ | Jaccka Connor NZ 5.1m | Clymenus NZ 1.8m |
| 3/9 | 15 Jun 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Sulky.app Pace | 2.7m | $12,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $7.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (56.4, 27.6) | Isthisjustfantasy | Roryville NK | Rocknroll Walla 1.7m |
| 1/12 | 1 Jun 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | - | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Sr5 | - | $3.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:58.3 (57.6, 28.0) | Rocknroll Walla | Layden HD | Swizzlestick 3.0m |
| 1/7 | 23 May 2024 | Balarat | 2200m | - | - | Aust Th'Bred Bloodstock | - | $6,000 | Chris Alford | Fr7 | - | $1.28 | - | - | 1:58.9 (56.2, 27.6) | Rocknroll Walla | Layden 2.1m | Swizzlestick 3.8m |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Indi Rose NZ
Trained at
Logan Village
Colours
Navy Blue, White Band V, Navy Blue Sleeves With Two White Armbands
Owners
D P Barnes, B Barnes, A D Barnes, Z Barnes
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Alford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B D Barnes, D P Barnes | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Somebeachsomewhere USA - Lombo Sleek Streak (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:54.7MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.9MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Deafeners - Plugs, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
10-2-1-1
This Season
11-1-1-2
Career
32-7-2-5
Prize Money
$67,732
Win Range
1650 - 2270
Last 10 Starts
5234434140
Last Run
6 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 32-7-2-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 10-3-1-1 | 1-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 11-1-1-2 | 10-2-1-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 22% | 0% | 30% | 0% | 0% | 9% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 44% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 36% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | - | 2 | - | - | 9 | 5 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 9.3m | $15,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr6 | - | $10.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.0, 27.6) | Just as Well NZ | Classic Angelina 4.0m | Crime Writer HD |
| 4/9 | 6 Sep 2024 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 68. | Steel Supplies | 3.9m | $9,792 | Harry O'neill | Fr4 | - | $3.70 | 6 days ago | - | 1:52.2 (55.3, 27.3) | Scared Stiff NZ | Jilliby Fabio HD | God Bless You 3.2m |
| 1/10 | 31 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Globe Derby & Edgar Tatlow | - | $15,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr3 | - | $6.50 | 17 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (55.2, 28.1) | Wendys Wish | Tiger Band Wagon 1.9m | All Da Rage 11.2m |
| 4/9 | 14 Aug 2024 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 60 to 69. | South. Cross Office Equip | 3.6m | $9,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (56.4, 27.4) | Marty the Martian | Ozzie Punta NK | Rakajed NZ NK |
| 3/9 | 6 Aug 2024 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Techies Tyres Kyabram Cup | 5.4m | $10,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr6 | - | $7.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (56.5, 28.6) | Thestatesman | Settebello SHFHD | Wendys Wish 5.4m |
| 4/10 | 26 Jul 2024 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 70. | Download The Tab App Today | 7.8m | $9,792 | David Moran | Sr2 | - | $7.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (55.6, 26.9) | Bubba Scrub NZ | God Bless You 2.2m | Forever Yin 5.0m |
| 4/6 | 17 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 70. | Bendigo Locksmiths Pace | 19.3m | $9,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr4 | - | $26.00 | 18 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (55.2, 27.0) | Best Deal | The Answer 10.9m | Roryville 4.1m |
| 3/10 | 29 Jun 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15K | Alabar Vicbred Platinum | 17.9m | $30,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr2 | - | $15.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:52.6 (56.8, 29.1) | Surfingmakescents | Le Belle Bijoux 2.7m | Wendys Wish 15.2m |
| 2/10 | 19 Jun 2024 | Swanhil | 1750m | - | 0W/15K | Vhrc / Benstud Vicbred | 11.1m | $7,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr3 | - | $14.00 | 19 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.4, 28.5) | Surfingmakescents | Wendys Wish 11.1m | Ivana Bytheseaside 4.7m |
| 5/9 | 31 May 2024 | Riverin | 2270m | - | NR up to 63. | Boots Civil | 11.1m | $9,792 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr5 | - | $7.00 | - | - | 1:59.1 (56.0, 26.8) | Harperville | Azor Ahai NZ 3.8m | Keto NZ HFHD |
Sire
Somebeachsomewhere USA
Dam
Lombo Sleek Streak
Trained at
Lemnos
Colours
Dark Green & White Checks, Black & White Hooped Sleeves
Owners
T S Rivett, W M Rivett
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerryn Manning | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R W Jack | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Hes Watching USA - Lite Jagermeister NZ (In the Pocket USA)
Best MR
1:56.0MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.0MS
Gear
Bit - Extension, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Neck Strap, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tong ...
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
24-3-1-7
This Season
12-3-1-1
Career
43-7-3-8
Prize Money
$185,226
Win Range
1609 - 2400
Last 10 Starts
55121849x1
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 | 43-7-3-8 | 0-0-0-0 | 18-5-0-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 12-3-1-1 | 24-3-1-7 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 0% | 28% | 0% | 0% | 25% | 13% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 42% | 0% | 56% | 0% | 0% | 42% | 46% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | - | 1 | - | - | 2 | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 13 Sep 2024 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Tab We'Re On Pace | - | $17,500 | Kate Gath | Fr4 | - | $5.00 | 125 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.3, 28.4) | Hes a Meister NZ | Son of Mac NZ 4.1m | Classic Angelina 4.7m |
| 9/10 | 11 May 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Nevele R Stud Pace | 17.1m | $17,500 | Jordan Leedham | Fr4 | - | $4.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.0, 28.1) | Dhaulagiri NZ | Kosimo SHFHD | Nonparreil 5.1m |
| 4/12 | 4 May 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 1.8m | $15,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr2 | - | $2.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.1, 28.7) | Skinnydip NZ | Radius HD | Shanlou NZ SHFHD |
| 8/10 | 27 Apr 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | No NR. | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | 12.8m | $17,500 | Kate Gath | Fr7 | - | $3.70 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.9 (55.4, 27.7) | Stir Me Up | Dance Away 1.7m | Jillibyjacksparrow 1.3m |
| 1/12 | 13 Apr 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Nutrien Equine Pace | - | $15,000 | Jordan Leedham | Sr5 | - | $3.10 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (57.2, 28.5) | Hes a Meister NZ | Rosanna Rebel 3.8m | Victory George HD |
| 2/8 | 4 Apr 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Benstud Standardbreds | SHFHD | $10,000 | Jordan Leedham | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | 34 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (56.4, 27.8) | Spyglass NZ | Hes a Meister NZ SHFHD | Kendys Butterfly 6.8m |
| 1/11 | 1 Mar 2024 | Ascotpk | 2200m | - | - | - | - | $11,790 | Kristin Green | Sr- | - | - | 12 days ago | - | 1:57.5 | Hes a Meister NZ | Mr Cash Man (NZ) 3m | Mr President (NZ) 5.25m |
| 5/8 | 18 Feb 2024 | Gore | 2750m | - | - | - | 8.10m | $18,600 | Brent Barclay | FT Sr- | - | - | 7 days ago | - | 2:07.1 | Da Vinci (NZ) | One Change NZ NK | Jordy NZ 1.50m |
| 5/8 | 11 Feb 2024 | Winton | 2400m | - | - | - | 7.80m | $23,250 | Kristin Green | 10 Sr- | 10kgs | - | 10 days ago | - | 2:02.1 | Tact Mcleod (NZ) | Sand Wave (NZ) NK | Deceptive Lee (NZ) 6m |
| 4/9 | 1 Feb 2024 | Ascotpk | 2200m | - | - | - | 7.20m | $11,370 | Kristin Green | Sr- | - | - | - | - | 1:58.3 | Bluto NZ | Quaddie Vc NZ 3.75m | Wattlebank Arnie NZ 2.25m |
Sire
Hes Watching USA
Dam
Lite Jagermeister NZ
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
Red, Black Quarters, Red Sleeves
Owners
C R Judd, Somerton Corp Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kate Gath | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A F Kelly | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Spirit of Delight (NZ) (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:52.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.1MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Chin Rest, Hopples - Length 58, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
12-5-1-1
This Season
18-4-1-1
Career
39-11-5-2
Prize Money
$165,447
Win Range
1609 - 2400
Last 10 Starts
5550932141
Last Run
6 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 39-11-5-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 13-4-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 18-4-1-1 | 12-5-1-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 28% | 0% | 31% | 0% | 0% | 22% | 42% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 46% | 0% | 46% | 0% | 0% | 33% | 58% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | - | 3 | - | - | 5 | 1 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/11 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | - | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Sr4 | - | $7.00 | 12 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (56.3, 28.1) | Spirit of Arion NZ | Jilliby Illuminate NZ 4.1m | Kendys Butterfly NK |
| 4/9 | 9 Sep 2024 | Yar Val | 1650m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Ken Smith & Associates | 7.8m | $8,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr2 | - | $4.40 | 10 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (56.7, 28.8) | Rockandance | Mona Mia 1.1m | Layden 4.5m |
| 1/12 | 30 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 80 | Tab We'Re On Pace | - | $10,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr3 | - | $3.20 | 9 days ago | - | 1:58.9 (55.5, 28.3) | Spirit of Arion NZ | Maxy Wants to Play 1.8m | Classic Angelina HD |
| 2/8 | 21 Aug 2024 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Bendigo Locksmiths Pace | HFNK | $8,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr6 | - | $3.90 | 36 days ago | - | 1:58.1 (55.8, 27.7) | Heavenly Gipsy | Spirit of Arion NZ HFNK | Ivana Bytheseaside 2.0m |
| 3/9 | 16 Jul 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 70. | Allied Express Courier Ser | 2.5m | $9,996 | John Mccarthy | Fr6 | - | $10.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.2 (56.2, 27.9) | Caulonia Courage | Bettors Hope HFNK | Spirit of Arion NZ 1.8m |
| 9/10 | 9 Jul 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 70. | Allied Express | 10.6m | $9,996 | John Mccarthy | Fr3 | - | $9.50 | 31 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (55.9, 26.8) | Vinke B NZ | Amore Infida NZ 1.8m | Mick Danger 1.1m |
| 10/12 | 8 Jun 2024 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Leading Security Qualy B | 17.2m | $11,620 | Luke Mccarthy | Sr5 | - | $6.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (57.1, 28.8) | Bettor Keppel | My Ultimate Buddha HD | Rocknpenny HFHD |
| 5/9 | 1 Jun 2024 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Kelato Animal Health Qualy | 8.5m | $14,500 | Ricky Thurlow | Fr5 | - | $51.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.5, 27.3) | We Always Have Faith NZ | Leithen Burn NZ 2.9m | Raging Sea 2.7m |
| 5/12 | 16 May 2024 | Albpark | 2138m | - | NR up to 70. | Up To Nr70 Pace | 7.7m | $6,380 | Ricky Thurlow | Sr4 | - | $41.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (57.1, 28.8) | Regazzo Di Tilly | We Always Have Faith NZ HFNK | Western Arterra HFHD |
| 5/10 | 10 May 2024 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Psp Friday Frenzy No Band | 4.1m | $6,260 | Ricky Thurlow | Fr2 | - | $8.00 | - | - | 1:53.2 (56.5, 28.6) | Free Thinker | Luvbite 1.2m | Hold Onto Ya Bling HD |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Spirit of Delight (NZ)
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
Red, Yellow Braces & Yoke
Owners
A L Galea, Somerton Corp Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Jack | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Walsh | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
10 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Sportswriter USA - Our Crime of Passion NZ (Western Terror USA)
Best MR
1:52.1MS
Dist Best MR
1:54.9MS
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Boots - Knee, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 60, Nose Band - Conventional, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Pre Race Warm Up, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
4-1-0-0
Distance
6-2-1-1
Track & Distance
3-1-0-0
Last Season
15-0-2-1
This Season
18-0-3-2
Career
101-13-19-8
Prize Money
$306,930
Win Range
1609 - 2680
Last 10 Starts
6472603273
Last Run
6 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 101-13-19-8 | 6-2-1-1 | 58-10-12-3 | 4-1-0-0 | 3-1-0-0 | 18-0-3-2 | 15-0-2-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 33% | 17% | 25% | 33% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 40% | 67% | 43% | 25% | 33% | 28% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 11 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 10 | 12 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 4.4m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr2 | - | $7.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.0, 27.6) | Just as Well NZ | Classic Angelina 4.0m | Crime Writer HD |
| 7/10 | 13 Sep 2024 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 11.9m | $17,500 | Matthew Craven | Fr6 | - | $10.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.3, 28.4) | Hes a Meister NZ | Son of Mac NZ 4.1m | Classic Angelina 4.7m |
| 2/8 | 31 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Don Stewart Memorial Pace | 5.6m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr1 | - | $3.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (58.8, 29.4) | Radius | Crime Writer 5.6m | Rockandance 1.1m |
| 3/8 | 24 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 10.0m | $15,000 | Amy Day | Fr3 | - | $34.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (55.1, 27.9) | High Above | Vee Em Gee Macray 9.9m | Crime Writer SHFHD |
| 10/11 | 17 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Benstud Standardbreds | 11.1m | $15,000 | Amy Day | Sr1 | - | $26.00 | 22 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.2, 27.7) | Roadmaster | Arggghhh NK | Younggiftedandblack NZ 2.9m |
| 6/6 | 26 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 80. | Allied Express Pace | 10.9m | $9,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr4 | - | $7.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (55.1, 27.5) | Fighter Command | Rocknroll Walla 8.3m | Hugo Rocks HFNK |
| 2/8 | 20 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Tab We'Re On Pace | HFNK | $17,500 | Matthew Craven | Fr1 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (55.7, 28.1) | Operative Line | Crime Writer HFNK | Sahara Breeze 1.5m |
| 7/9 | 13 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 89. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 14.1m | $17,500 | Matthew Craven | Fr3 | - | $101.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (54.5, 26.9) | Jillibyjacksparrow | Treachery 8.3m | Ultimate Vinnie 1.2m |
| 4/10 | 29 Jun 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 105. | Allied Express Pace | 12.2m | $17,500 | Matthew Craven | Fr1 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.4 (54.3, 26.9) | Captain Hammerhead | Jillibyjacksparrow NK | Kosimo 9.3m |
| 6/12 | 22 Jun 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 89. | Renown Silverware Pace | 7.7m | $10,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr2 | - | $7.50 | - | - | 1:56.6 (56.7, 28.2) | Son of Mac NZ | Jaccka Connor NZ 5.1m | Clymenus NZ 1.8m |
Sire
Sportswriter USA
Dam
Our Crime of Passion NZ
Trained at
Ecklin South
Colours
Royal Blue, Yellow Diamonds With Black Overlay, Black & Yellow Striped Sleeves, Yellow Cuffs
Owners
P J Coniglio, Estate of A P Coniglio
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amy Day | 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: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Chloe Finn (NZ) (Grinfromeartoear USA)
Best MR
1:53.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.2MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Nose Band - Figure 8, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Pre Race Warm Up, Whip, Reins ...
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-1-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
13-4-3-3
This Season
2-0-0-0
Career
22-5-7-3
Prize Money
$191,363
Win Range
1609 - 2170
Last 10 Starts
3312250x86
Last Run
6 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 22-5-7-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 8-2-1-1 | 1-0-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 2-0-0-0 | 13-4-3-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 0% | 25% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 31% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 68% | 0% | 50% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 77% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | - | 4 | 4 | - | - | 3 | - | - |
| 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 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 5.8m | $15,000 | Ross Payne | Sr3 | - | $4.20 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.0, 27.6) | Just as Well NZ | Classic Angelina 4.0m | Crime Writer HD |
| 8/10 | 13 Sep 2024 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 15.8m | $17,500 | Chris Svanosio | Fr7 | - | $6.00 | 335 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.3, 28.4) | Hes a Meister NZ | Son of Mac NZ 4.1m | Classic Angelina 4.7m |
| 10/12 | 14 Oct 2023 | Melton | 2760m | - | - | Victoria Derby Final | 39.4m | $200,000 | Ross Payne | Fr5 | - | $101.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (54.3, 27.2) | Petracca | Perfect Class HFNK | Captain Hammerhead 3.1m |
| 5/11 | 7 Oct 2023 | Melton | 2760m | - | - | Victoria Derby Heats | 9.9m | $20,000 | Ross Payne | Sr4 | - | $17.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (55.5, 26.2) | Petracca | Celebrity Royal 5.3m | Final Collect NZ 2.6m |
| 2/6 | 23 Sep 2023 | Melton | 2760m | - | - | Centre State Printing 3yo | 3.8m | $20,000 | Ross Payne | Fr4 | - | $2.70 | 15 days ago | - | 2:00.8 (54.4, 25.6) | The Real Sherlock NZ | Louie Lou I NZ 3.8m | Final Collect NZ 7.7m |
| 2/9 | 8 Sep 2023 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Betavet 3yo Pace | - | $20,000 | Ross Payne | Fr7 | - | $1.65 | 13 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (55.0, 28.2) | Oliver Dan | Louie Lou I NZ 1.0m | Final Collect NZ HD |
| 1/10 | 26 Aug 2023 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 84. | Tab Download The App Pace | - | $20,000 | Ross Payne | Fr2 | - | $1.45 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (55.1, 27.4) | Louie Lou I NZ | Magic Mike NZ 4.9m | Major Collect NZ HD |
| 3/9 | 12 Aug 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Tab Download The App 3yo | 8.3m | $20,000 | Ross Payne | Fr7 | - | $31.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (56.3, 28.3) | The Lost Storm | Final Collect NZ 5.0m | Louie Lou I NZ 3.3m |
| 3/10 | 22 Jul 2023 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Hygain 3yo Pace | HD | $20,000 | Ross Payne | Fr6 | - | $4.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (55.8, 27.7) | Catalpa Rescue | Our Vinnie HD | Louie Lou I NZ SHFHD |
| 3/8 | 24 Jun 2023 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Happy 60th Jeff Ewing 3yo | 3.9m | $20,000 | Ross Payne | Fr6 | - | $3.80 | - | - | 1:53.3 (55.7, 27.7) | Final Collect NZ | Dangerous 1.2m | Louie Lou I NZ 2.7m |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Chloe Finn (NZ)
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
Black, White Diamond & Armbands
Owners
C M Payne, P Moloney, MacLean Family Group, C Simpson, G D Bates, B S Olufson, C L Bass, P J Svanosio, C R Henderson, J E Coventry, J L Coventry, R J Pywell
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Payne | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C D Svanosio | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
6 years old
Sex
Brown/Black - Gelding
Breeding
Betting Line USA - Lots a Blue (Courage Under Fire NZ)
Best MR
1:54.0MS
Dist Best MR
2:00.9MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Nose Band - Conventional, Tail Tie, Pre Race Warm Up
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
3-1-1-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
9-3-2-2
This Season
11-1-3-1
Career
24-5-6-4
Prize Money
$133,116
Win Range
1660 - 2180
Last 10 Starts
732122x560
Last Run
13 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 24-5-6-4 | 3-1-1-0 | 13-1-5-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 11-1-3-1 | 9-3-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 21% | 33% | 8% | 0% | 0% | 9% | 33% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 63% | 67% | 54% | 0% | 0% | 45% | 78% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 3 | 8 | - | - | 8 | 2 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12 | 14 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Righ High Vss 4yo E&g | 33.4m | $150,000 | Amy Day | Sr5 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (53.9, 27.1) | Heza Punk Rocker NZ | Perfect Class NK | Keayang Tokyo SHFHD |
| 6/12 | 7 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Ride High Vss 4yo C&g | 11.0m | $20,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr3 | - | $16.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.4, 29.2) | Little Louie | Gawn HFNK | Blazing Home NZ 4.9m |
| 5/10 | 30 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Ride High Vss 4yo E&g | 19.7m | $10,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr2 | - | $12.00 | 101 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (54.2, 28.0) | Keayang Tokyo | Blazing Home NZ NK | My Uncle Stan 5.0m |
| 2/11 | 21 May 2024 | Terang | 2180m | - | NR 56 to 71. | Mclardy Mcshane Tontine | 1.9m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr2 | - | $4.80 | 10 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.4, 28.0) | Keayang Tokyo | Young Bluey 1.9m | Lincoln River NZ 9.0m |
| 2/9 | 11 May 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 65 to 77. | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | HFNK | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr6 | - | $4.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (55.3, 27.4) | Shanlou NZ | Young Bluey HFNK | Clymenus NZ 1.4m |
| 1/10 | 4 May 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | - | Sulky.app Pace | - | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr4 | - | $2.30 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (56.1, 28.1) | Young Bluey | Le Belle Bijoux 5.6m | Beach Hopper NZ 3.6m |
| 2/12 | 27 Apr 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Allied Express Pace | 1.1m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr2 | - | $4.40 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (56.0, 27.1) | Spyglass NZ | Young Bluey 1.1m | Dukes Choice HFNK |
| 3/9 | 19 Apr 2024 | Balarat | 1710m | - | - | Brandt Ballarat Pace | 7.1m | $10,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr6 | - | $7.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (54.8, 26.9) | Ludacrous | Rocknallovertheworld NZ 2.1m | Young Bluey 5.1m |
| 7/12 | 13 Apr 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Nutrien Equine Pace | 7.3m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr5 | - | $31.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (57.2, 28.5) | Hes a Meister NZ | Rosanna Rebel 3.8m | Victory George HD |
| 5/10 | 30 Mar 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Pace | 5.7m | $10,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr5 | - | $21.00 | - | - | 1:55.0 (56.9, 28.3) | Mirakuru | Jaccka Connor NZ HD | Blaster Ranger 1.1m |
Sire
Betting Line USA
Dam
Lots a Blue
Trained at
Ecklin South
Colours
Red
Owners
Hey True Blue Syndicate
| 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: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Wanaka Bay (NZ)
Best MR
1:56.3MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Boots - Knee, Boots - Pastern, Burr - Rein N/S, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 58, Neck Strap, Pre Race Warm Up
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
8-1-0-2
This Season
26-4-5-2
Career
34-5-5-4
Prize Money
$108,687
Win Range
1710 - 2500
Last 10 Starts
2212757506
Last Run
9 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 34-5-5-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 15-2-2-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 26-4-5-2 | 8-1-0-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 0% | 13% | 0% | 0% | 15% | 13% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 41% | 0% | 33% | 0% | 0% | 42% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 10 | - | 9 | - | - | 6 | 9 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12 | 18 Sep 2024 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | No NR. | Vicbred Super Series 4yo | 7.4m | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Sr3 | - | $41.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (55.8, 28.2) | Twisting by NZ | Major Bert HD | Classic Mission NZ 1.3m |
| 10/12 | 7 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Ride High Vss 4yo C&g | 38.5m | $20,000 | Josh Duggan | Sr5 | - | $61.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (53.6, 26.8) | The Lost Storm | Keayang Tokyo HD | Perfect Class 1.0m |
| 5/11 | 30 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Ride High Vss 4yo E&g | 18.5m | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $61.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (55.4, 28.3) | High Above | Heza Punk Rocker NZ HFHD | Exotic Bushranger 1.4m |
| 7/8 | 24 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 19.9m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr2 | - | $15.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (55.1, 27.9) | High Above | Vee Em Gee Macray 9.9m | Crime Writer SHFHD |
| 5/11 | 17 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Benstud Standardbreds | 5.0m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $4.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.2, 27.7) | Roadmaster | Arggghhh NK | Younggiftedandblack NZ 2.9m |
| 7/9 | 10 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Nevele R Stud Pace | 12.0m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr7 | - | $21.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (54.5, 27.1) | Smoken Ace NZ | High Above 1.1m | Jaccka Connor NZ 6.2m |
| 2/10 | 3 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | HFHD | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $5.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (55.8, 27.3) | Clymenus NZ | Clear Left NZ HD | Vee Em Gee Macray NK |
| 1/12 | 27 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Catanach'S Jewellers Pace | - | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $3.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (56.4, 28.6) | Clear Left NZ | Layden 1.1m | Big Boy Mal 1.4m |
| 2/10 | 20 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 1.1m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr4 | - | $5.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.6, 27.6) | My Uncle Stan | Clear Left NZ 1.1m | Layden HD |
| 2/9 | 13 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hygain Metro Maiden | 1.3m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $13.00 | - | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 27.5) | Miki to Success | Clear Left NZ 1.3m | My Uncle Stan 2.1m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Wanaka Bay (NZ)
Trained at
The Lagoon
Colours
Dark Blue, White A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
W A (Wes) Komorowski
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Caldow | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Douglas | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Pet Rock USA - Diamond Cove NZ (Village Jasper USA)
Best MR
1:53.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.7MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Lugging, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 59, Neck Strap, Nose Band - Drop, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
4-1-0-1
Distance
1-0-0-0
Track & Distance
1-0-0-0
Last Season
36-7-4-4
This Season
21-0-2-1
Career
88-10-13-8
Prize Money
$235,123
Win Range
1200 - 2270
Last 10 Starts
0555356526
Last Run
6 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 88-10-13-8 | 1-0-0-0 | 35-4-5-3 | 4-1-0-1 | 1-0-0-0 | 21-0-2-1 | 36-7-4-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 11% | 0% | 11% | 25% | 0% | 0% | 19% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 35% | 0% | 34% | 50% | 0% | 14% | 42% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 12 | - | 10 | 3 | - | 11 | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake/6 Months | Catanach'S Jewellers Pace | 10.4m | $10,000 | Matt Newberry | Sr2 | - | $26.00 | 18 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (58.2, 29.4) | Younggiftedandblack NZ | Blake Bolac HFNK | Rocknallovertheworld NZ 1.2m |
| 2/5 | 3 Sep 2024 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | Up to 90 | Craig & Sue Scouler Pace | SHFHD | $8,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $2.10 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (58.1, 29.0) | Mongiana | Diamond Eclipse SHFHD | Courageous Saint NK |
| 5/8 | 24 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Renown Silverware Pace | 19.7m | $17,500 | John Newberry | Fr1 | - | $81.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (56.2, 27.8) | Bay of Biscay | Sweet Bella 3.5m | First Dance NZ 8.8m |
| 6/9 | 16 Aug 2024 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 80. | Conquest Pools | 11.7m | $9,792 | Cameron Hart | Sr1 | - | $16.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (55.5, 26.7) | Hy Poactive | Roryville 2.3m | Skittle Bomb NZ NK |
| 5/9 | 6 Aug 2024 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Techies Tyres Kyabram Cup | 9.4m | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Sr2 | - | $5.00 | 3 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (56.5, 28.6) | Thestatesman | Settebello SHFHD | Wendys Wish 5.4m |
| 3/9 | 3 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Dynamic Print Pace | 8.2m | $17,500 | Matt Newberry | Fr1 | - | $81.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (55.8, 27.7) | Classic Mission NZ | Hiranya NZ 6.2m | Diamond Eclipse 2.1m |
| 5/7 | 19 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 80. | Hygain Pace | 16.5m | $9,000 | John Newberry | Fr4 | - | $61.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (56.7, 28.0) | Vee Em Gee Macray | Nonparreil 1.0m | American Legacy NZ 2.6m |
| 5/8 | 13 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 2W/15.0K stake | Beraldo Coffee Pace | 12.5m | $17,500 | John Newberry | Sr1 | - | $81.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (55.4, 27.6) | Gawn | Sweetpassion 5.8m | Dhaulagiri NZ 3.6m |
| 5/9 | 28 Jun 2024 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 75. | Success Stud | 11.3m | $9,792 | John Newberry | Sr2 | - | $31.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (55.4, 27.7) | Captains Catch | Shez the Reason NK | King Tintin 1.0m |
| 12/12 | 22 Jun 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 89. | Renown Silverware Pace | 28.3m | $10,000 | Matt Newberry | Fr7 | - | $101.00 | - | - | 1:56.6 (56.7, 28.2) | Son of Mac NZ | Jaccka Connor NZ 5.1m | Clymenus NZ 1.8m |
Sire
Pet Rock USA
Dam
Diamond Cove NZ
Trained at
Mundoona
Colours
Green, Red Sash & Band
Owners
J G Newberry, M J Newberry
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Newberry | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J G Newberry | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sunshine Beach USA - Miss Toolern Vale (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:50.1MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Boots - Knee, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 60.5, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
21-0-1-5
This Season
23-4-4-4
Career
79-13-11-13
Prize Money
$163,475
Win Range
1609 - 2550
Last 10 Starts
3235753854
Last Run
2 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 79-13-11-13 | 0-0-0-0 | 22-2-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 23-4-4-4 | 21-0-1-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 0% | 9% | 0% | 0% | 17% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 47% | 0% | 32% | 0% | 0% | 52% | 29% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | - | 12 | - | - | 3 | 11 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/7 | 25 Sep 2024 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR up to 90 | Forty Winks Bendigo Pace | 7.4m | $8,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $2.20 | 4 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.1, 28.0) | Heavenly Gipsy | Delightfull Tammy 4.6m | Mongiana HFNK |
| 5/9 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Mimosa Homes Pace | 6.5m | $17,500 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr6 | - | $16.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:53.9 (55.8, 28.1) | Hes Charlies Angel | Roarforroscoe 1.5m | Clymenus NZ 1.4m |
| 8/11 | 13 Sep 2024 | Geelong | 2100m | - | No NR. | Hoyts Food Free For All | 18.8m | $22,500 | Jack Laugher | Fr1 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (55.7, 28.2) | Rakero Rebel NZ | Tango Tara NZ 2.1m | Jillibyjacksparrow HD |
| 3/9 | 6 Sep 2024 | Mildura | 1790m | - | NR up to 105. | Tasco Petroleum Pace | 1.1m | $9,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $2.40 | 13 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (57.5, 29.0) | All Da Rage | Rio Rock HFNK | Stravinsky HD |
| 5/9 | 24 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 90 to 105. | Lifestyle Communities Pace | 30.5m | $20,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr1 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.6 (53.8, 27.3) | Captain Hammerhead | Helluva NZ 17.4m | Kosimo 2.8m |
| 7/7 | 17 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Alabar Pace | 10.5m | $17,500 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr1 | - | $13.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.0 (54.2, 27.0) | Keayang Tokyo | Oliver Dan 1.9m | Little Louie 2.0m |
| 5/6 | 10 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 6.6m | $17,500 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr6 | - | $9.50 | 42 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (54.9, 28.0) | Le Belle Bijoux | Oliver Dan HFHD | Classic Mission NZ HD |
| 3/9 | 29 Jun 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Garrards Real Rewards | SHFHD | $20,400 | Chris Geary | Fr5 | - | $3.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.1 (55.3, 27.4) | Star Major | Petes Said So NZ SHFHD | Stravinsky SHFHD |
| 2/10 | 22 Jun 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | No NR. | Pryde'S Exceptional Always | NK | $20,400 | Cameron Hart | Fr5 | - | $1.45 | 7 days ago | - | 1:50.7 (55.0, 26.9) | Jilliby Nitro | Stravinsky NK | Ardens Ace NZ 1.8m |
| 3/10 | 15 Jun 2024 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 95. | Allied Express Taxi Truck | 3.8m | $20,400 | Seaton Grima | Fr5 | - | $1.95 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.4 (55.7, 27.9) | Bluto NZ | Tuppence 2.4m | Stravinsky 1.4m |
Sire
Sunshine Beach USA
Dam
Miss Toolern Vale
Trained at
Llandilo
Colours
White, Dark Blue A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
M A Ross, A Pantano
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Laugher | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Douglas | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
10 years old
Sex
Black - Gelding
Breeding
Shadow Play USA - Maximum Joy (Our Sir Vancelot NZ)
Best MR
1:53.7MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.8MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Burr - Rein O/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 62, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie ..
Today's Stats
Track
11-3-2-2
Distance
8-2-2-0
Track & Distance
8-2-2-0
Last Season
7-1-1-0
This Season
5-1-0-0
Career
54-10-4-8
Prize Money
$96,750
Win Range
1690 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
267x77109x
Last Run
115 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 54-10-4-8 | 8-2-2-0 | 37-4-4-5 | 11-3-2-2 | 8-2-2-0 | 5-1-0-0 | 7-1-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 19% | 25% | 11% | 27% | 25% | 20% | 14% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 41% | 50% | 35% | 64% | 50% | 20% | 29% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 4 | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 10 | - | - |
| 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 | 4 Jun 2024 | Shepptn | 2690m | - | NR up to 74. | Avenel Eq Hospital Pace | 61.4m | $9,000 | Steve Cleave | Sr3 | - | $12.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (58.0, 29.3) | Angus Indiana | The Beach Fantasy NZ 9.1m | Arnies Army NZ 10.4m |
| 12/12 | 25 May 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Tab We'Re On Pace | 31.9m | $15,000 | Steve Cleave | Fr6 | - | $151.00 | 56 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.7, 27.9) | Dhaulagiri NZ | Isthisjustfantasy 1.8m | Spyglass NZ 1.4m |
| 1/10 | 30 Mar 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Pace | - | $10,000 | Steve Cleave | Fr2 | - | $12.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.9, 28.3) | Mirakuru | Jaccka Connor NZ HD | Blaster Ranger 1.1m |
| 7/10 | 16 Mar 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 16.8m | $15,000 | Steve Cleave | Fr6 | - | $41.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (56.2, 28.2) | Skinnydip NZ | Illawong Awesome, Alby Two Chains HFNK | - |
| 7/9 | 2 Mar 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 31.1m | $15,000 | Steve Cleave | Fr5 | - | $41.00 | 119 days ago | - | 1:52.7 (54.6, 27.6) | Oorah | Radius 5.0m | Franco Novelist NZ 8.0m |
| 7/8 | 4 Nov 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 89. | Tab Download The App Pace | 45.3m | $17,500 | Steve Cleave | Fr2 | - | $12.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (57.4, 28.2) | Terry NZ | Mighty Flying Art NZ 10.8m | Sanday HD |
| 6/12 | 14 Oct 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Vicbred Platinum Pace | 12.2m | $20,000 | Steve Cleave | Sr2 | - | $5.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (55.7, 27.6) | Operative Line | Diamond Eclipse 1.2m | Hes Charlies Angel 4.1m |
| 2/12 | 5 Oct 2023 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Momentum Gaming Pace | HD | $10,000 | Steve Cleave | Sr3 | - | $11.00 | 173 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (57.3, 28.4) | Sanday | Mirakuru HD | Captain Braveheart 2.8m |
| 11/11 | 15 Apr 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Nevele R Stud Pace | 29.4m | $20,000 | Steve Cleave | Sr2 | - | $34.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (55.1, 27.1) | Justalittlesip NZ | Ozzie Playboy 1.9m | Sweetpassion 1.3m |
| 1/8 | 18 Mar 2023 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Waste Sense Pace | - | $20,000 | Steve Cleave | Fr4 | - | $10.00 | - | - | 1:55.5 (57.0, 28.0) | Mirakuru | Magic Mike NZ HFHD | Rubins Plight 2.3m |
Sire
Shadow Play USA
Dam
Maximum Joy
Trained at
Nulla Vale
Colours
Dark Blue, Red Yoke & Braces & Cuffs, White Diamonds, Red Sc On Sleeves
Owners
S B Cleave, Cleave Racing Stables
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve Cleave | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S B Cleave | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3
Age
9 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Stones From Heaven (Stoneridge Scooter USA)
Best MR
1:53.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.8MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Lugging, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 60, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
4-2-1-0
Distance
14-3-4-0
Track & Distance
4-2-1-0
Last Season
19-0-4-2
This Season
31-3-4-0
Career
135-15-21-11
Prize Money
$202,610
Win Range
1720 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
8087589168
Last Run
6 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 135-15-21-11 | 14-3-4-0 | 104-14-16-11 | 4-2-1-0 | 4-2-1-0 | 31-3-4-0 | 19-0-4-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 11% | 21% | 13% | 50% | 50% | 10% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 35% | 50% | 39% | 75% | 75% | 23% | 32% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/10 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 7.5m | $15,000 | Michael Bellman | Sr4 | - | $23.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.0, 27.6) | Just as Well NZ | Classic Angelina 4.0m | Crime Writer HD |
| 6/10 | 13 Sep 2024 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 11.8m | $17,500 | Jackie Barker | Sr1 | - | $11.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.3, 28.4) | Hes a Meister NZ | Son of Mac NZ 4.1m | Classic Angelina 4.7m |
| 1/8 | 31 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Don Stewart Memorial Pace | - | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr6 | - | $31.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (58.8, 29.4) | Radius | Crime Writer 5.6m | Rockandance 1.1m |
| 9/11 | 17 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Benstud Standardbreds | 10.3m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr6 | - | $61.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.2, 27.7) | Roadmaster | Arggghhh NK | Younggiftedandblack NZ 2.9m |
| 8/9 | 10 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Nevele R Stud Pace | 12.2m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr1 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (54.5, 27.1) | Smoken Ace NZ | High Above 1.1m | Jaccka Connor NZ 6.2m |
| 5/10 | 3 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 5.5m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr2 | - | $31.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (55.8, 27.3) | Clymenus NZ | Clear Left NZ HD | Vee Em Gee Macray NK |
| 7/10 | 27 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 84. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 6.8m | $17,500 | Michael Bellman | Sr2 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (55.8, 28.6) | Isthisjustfantasy | Major Roll 1.6m | Ghost of Time HFHD |
| 8/8 | 20 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 11.9m | $17,500 | Michael Stanley | Fr2 | - | $19.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (55.7, 28.1) | Operative Line | Crime Writer HFNK | Sahara Breeze 1.5m |
| 10/10 | 6 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 28.7m | $17,500 | David Barbetti | Fr2 | - | $81.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (54.8, 26.8) | Ubetcha Tigerpie | Little Louie 7.3m | Fiamma HFNK |
| 8/11 | 22 Jun 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 89. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 12.8m | $15,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr5 | - | $126.00 | - | - | 1:54.9 (55.3, 27.3) | Operative Line | Jillibyjacksparrow 1.2m | Captain Hammerhead 3.5m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Stones From Heaven
Trained at
Burrumbeet
Colours
Hot Pink, Black Checked Band
Owners
M A O'Keeffe, P W O'Keeffe, P C Layton, G C Layton
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D P Barbetti | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |











Race comment
OVERVIEW: LAYDEN (2) is a talented pacer that is racing well and hasn’t enjoyed the best of racing luck in recent starts. Drawn well and should be well poised throughout. Expect a big showing. STRAVINSKY (4) interesting runner that comes into this race with a ‘claiming price’ and looks well rated. Does possess gate speed and can give a big sight. SPIRIT OF ARION (8) racing with great zest and drawn to enjoy a nice smother on the pegs and if the breaks come his way, he will be storming home. HES A MEISTER (10) resumed with a good win and strips fitter here and has shown in the past to have a big finish. Definite chance along with LOUIE LOU I (11) that is getting fitter with each run and will keep improving and don’t dismiss. CRIME WRITER (3) is never far away and has claims. EARLY SPEED: 2,3,4 RATINGS: 2/ 4/ 8/ 10/ 11/ 3