Melton R1 WASTE SENSE PACE
Waste Sense Pace
6:24pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 70 to 79. • No age restrictions • $15,0006:24pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 70 to 79. • No age restrictions • $15,000
Race Notes
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sportswriter USA - Smoken Su (NZ) (Elsu NZ)
Best MR
1:55.9MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.9MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Neckstrap N/S, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 58, Blinkers - Cant See Bak
Today's Stats
Track
11-2-1-2
Distance
6-2-1-1
Track & Distance
6-2-1-1
Last Season
7-2-1-0
This Season
2-0-0-1
Career
17-7-2-2
Prize Money
$191,822
Win Range
1690 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
7525411x03
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 17-7-2-2 | 6-2-1-1 | 10-5-2-1 | 11-2-1-2 | 6-2-1-1 | 2-0-0-1 | 7-2-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 41% | 33% | 50% | 18% | 33% | 0% | 29% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 65% | 67% | 80% | 45% | 67% | 50% | 43% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6 | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 3.6m | $15,000 | Connor Clarke | Fr4 | - | $1.70 | 35 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.1, 28.0) | My Uncle Stan | Blake Bolac NK | Smoken Ace NZ 2.8m |
| 10/10 | 1 Feb 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | No NR. | Hip Pocket Castlemaine 4yo | 20.5m | $50,000 | Chris Alford | Sr4 | - | $51.00 | 175 days ago | - | 1:50.0 (54.2, 26.8) | Miki to Success | Kingman NZ 4.6m | War Dan Buddy 2.7m |
| 1/9 | 10 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Nevele R Stud Pace | - | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $5.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (54.5, 27.1) | Smoken Ace NZ | High Above 1.1m | Jaccka Connor NZ 6.2m |
| 1/7 | 4 Aug 2024 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 60 to 70. | Woodlands Stud Pace | - | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $1.10 | 8 days ago | - | 1:59.4 (56.0, 27.9) | Smoken Ace NZ | Morvah 6.3m | Tupelo Beach 4.5m |
| 4/7 | 27 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | No NR. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 10.7m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Fr7 | - | $13.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (54.7, 26.3) | Hes From Heaven NZ | Some American 3.0m | Miki to Success 1.2m |
| 5/6 | 13 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | No NR. | Nevele R Stud 3yo Pace | 36.2m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $16.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:51.4 (54.8, 27.9) | Bay of Biscay | Kingman NZ 10.1m | Some American 1.9m |
| 2/9 | 22 Jun 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Benstud Standardbreds 3yo | 1.1m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $13.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (55.9, 27.0) | Tilly Jayne | Smoken Ace NZ 1.1m | Bay of Biscay 2.4m |
| 5/9 | 15 Jun 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Sulky.app Pace | 4.5m | $12,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $2.20 | 42 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (56.2, 28.1) | Exotic Bushranger | High Flux 1.8m | Swizzlestick 1.3m |
| 7/11 | 4 May 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Benstud Standardbreds | 17.0m | $10,000 | Kyle Marshall | Fr5 | - | $1.45 | 161 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (57.2, 28.4) | Look Like Diamonds | Courageous Saint 3.5m | Hes Olly NZ 2.3m |
| 11/12 | 25 Nov 2023 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Breeders Crown Final 2yo | 354.4m | $250,000 | James Herbertson | Fr4 | - | $19.00 | - | - | 1:55.8 (55.2, 27.6) | Timmy Rictor | Some American 6.0m | The Bigboss 1.0m |
Sire
Sportswriter USA
Dam
Smoken Su (NZ)
Trained at
Balliang
Colours
Black, Red Star & Sleeves
Owners
K J Marshall, D W Monk, G A S Stone
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connor Clarke | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K J Marshall | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
5 years old
Sex
Brown - Mare
Breeding
A Rocknroll Dance USA - Slangevar (NZ) (Cameleon USA)
Best MR
1:56.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.2MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Deafeners - Plugs, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 60, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
22-1-3-5
Distance
12-0-1-3
Track & Distance
12-0-1-3
Last Season
13-0-2-4
This Season
5-0-1-0
Career
35-8-4-5
Prize Money
$101,900
Win Range
2100 - 2760
Last 10 Starts
9939x48725
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 | 35-8-4-5 | 12-0-1-3 | 22-7-1-3 | 22-1-3-5 | 12-0-1-3 | 5-0-1-0 | 13-0-2-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 0% | 32% | 5% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 49% | 33% | 50% | 41% | 33% | 20% | 46% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 11 | 4 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 11 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 6.1m | $15,000 | Jordan Leedham | Sr2 | - | $19.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.1, 28.0) | My Uncle Stan | Blake Bolac NK | Smoken Ace NZ 2.8m |
| 2/9 | 21 Feb 2025 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hoyts Food Pace | 6.6m | $10,000 | Anthony Butt | Sr2 | - | $101.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (54.6, 26.6) | Balboa Rock | First Dance NZ 6.6m | Triple Rock Saint NZ 6.8m |
| 7/11 | 15 Feb 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Renown Silverware Pace | 13.1m | $15,000 | Anthony Butt | Sr3 | - | $34.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (56.6, 28.4) | Invitation Only NZ | Norms Lady 1.2m | Harryhoo HFHD |
| 8/10 | 31 Jan 2025 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 65 or better. | Hoyts Food Pace | 16.3m | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr1 | - | $7.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (56.0, 27.9) | Don Arthur | Corravally Star NZ 1.4m | Crime Writer 9.1m |
| 4/8 | 22 Jan 2025 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 65 or better. | Mcphersons Printing Group | 8.4m | $9,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr3 | - | $9.50 | 144 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (55.0, 27.6) | Dessie Gee | Corravally Star NZ 3.2m | Operative Line 2.8m |
| 9/9 | 31 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Tab Bill Mckay Pace | 16.9m | $17,500 | Greg Sugars | Fr2 | - | $4.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (55.9, 27.8) | Roarforroscoe | Kowalski Analysis HFHD | Jillibyjacksparrow 3.6m |
| 3/8 | 24 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Renown Silverware Pace | 12.3m | $17,500 | Greg Sugars | Fr2 | - | $18.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (56.2, 27.8) | Bay of Biscay | Sweet Bella 3.5m | First Dance NZ 8.8m |
| 9/10 | 17 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 95. | Nevele R Stud Mares Pace | 27.2m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $51.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:50.4 (54.6, 27.6) | Very Pretty | Sweetnikkilou 6.7m | Thesunandthemoon 5.2m |
| 9/9 | 3 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Dynamic Print Pace | 48.6m | $17,500 | James Herbertson | Fr7 | - | $4.40 | 21 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (55.8, 27.7) | Classic Mission NZ | Hiranya NZ 6.2m | Diamond Eclipse 2.1m |
| 8/8 | 13 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 2W/15.0K stake | Beraldo Coffee Pace | 19.8m | $17,500 | Amy Tubbs | Fr2 | - | $5.50 | - | - | 1:56.3 (55.4, 27.6) | Gawn | Sweetpassion 5.8m | Dhaulagiri NZ 3.6m |
Sire
A Rocknroll Dance USA
Dam
Slangevar (NZ)
Trained at
Myrniong
Colours
Red With Blue & White Horseshoe, White Nixon Bloodstock Logo
Owners
S J Nixon, S R Plant, J A Tubbs, Watson's Racing & Bloodstock Pty Ltd, S Cook, B J Glasheen
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Sugars | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Tubbs | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Pet Rock USA - Classic Bliss (Blissfull Hall USA)
Best MR
1:54.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.2MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 60, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conve ...
Today's Stats
Track
24-4-2-5
Distance
13-3-1-2
Track & Distance
13-3-1-2
Last Season
27-3-1-6
This Season
8-1-0-1
Career
49-8-4-10
Prize Money
$85,768
Win Range
1720 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
8493751580
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 | 49-8-4-10 | 13-3-1-2 | 25-6-2-5 | 24-4-2-5 | 13-3-1-2 | 8-1-0-1 | 27-3-1-6 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 23% | 24% | 17% | 23% | 13% | 11% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 45% | 46% | 52% | 46% | 46% | 25% | 37% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 9 | - | - |
| 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 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 29.1m | $15,000 | Darren Pace | Sr6 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.1, 28.0) | My Uncle Stan | Blake Bolac NK | Smoken Ace NZ 2.8m |
| 8/12 | 1 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | 1W/15.0K stake | Hygain Pace | 30.0m | $15,000 | Darren Pace | Sr4 | - | $101.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (56.4, 28.5) | The Narcissist | Nakula NZ 9.1m | Jaccka Connor NZ 6.5m |
| 5/9 | 18 Feb 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Charlene Gusman Shtc Pace | 7.1m | $8,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $3.60 | 3 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.6, 28.7) | On the Hunt | Alot Like Louie 2.2m | Maas Betting Again 3.1m |
| 1/8 | 15 Feb 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Lionheart Security Pace | - | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $3.20 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.0, 28.3) | Classic Angelina | Clymenus NZ 1.9m | Plains in Heaven 2.1m |
| 5/10 | 8 Feb 2025 | Cranbrn | 1609m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Pam Hockham Memorial Pace | 21.1m | $10,000 | Rodney Petroff | Sr1 | - | $11.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (57.3, 28.5) | Balboa Rock | Jilliby Selwood 10.2m | Good Day 10.4m |
| 7/7 | 24 Jan 2025 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR up to 90. | Apco We Got You Pace | 13.7m | $8,000 | Darren Pace | Fr1 | - | $23.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.6, 27.5) | Vee Em Gee Macray | Tiger Band Wagon 1.4m | Captain Pins NZ HFHD |
| 3/10 | 17 Jan 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 90. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 5.4m | $8,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $23.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:52.6 (56.3, 27.6) | Wattlebank Arnie NZ | Mona Mia 3.4m | Classic Angelina 2.0m |
| 9/10 | 11 Jan 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR up to 90. | Cottrell Electrical Pace | 20.9m | $10,000 | Darren Pace | Fr6 | - | $81.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.4, 27.0) | Roarforroscoe | Dessie Gee HFHD | Letsrockletsroll 4.3m |
| 4/8 | 31 Dec 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 90. | Pace | 16.6m | $8,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr4 | - | $9.50 | 10 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.1, 27.2) | Corravally Star NZ | Telemachus 6.5m | Hes Charlies Angel 4.2m |
| 8/10 | 21 Dec 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Vicbred Acceptances Open | 13.3m | $17,500 | Darren Pace | Fr5 | - | $151.00 | - | - | 1:57.8 (54.9, 27.2) | Sweetnikkilou | Hes Charlies Angel 2.5m | Heavenly Gipsy 1.5m |
Sire
Pet Rock USA
Dam
Classic Bliss
Trained at
Menangle Park
Colours
White, Red Diamond
Owners
S J (Steven) Zammit
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S J Zammit | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Speights Girl (NZ) (Mach Three CA)
Best MR
1:55.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.6MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Open Bridle, Blinkers - Murphy Blind N/S, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Nose Band - Drop
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-0-1
Distance
1-0-0-1
Track & Distance
1-0-0-1
Last Season
8-3-0-1
This Season
5-1-0-3
Career
15-4-1-5
Prize Money
$120,480
Win Range
1609 - 2400
Last 10 Starts
x107033713
Last Run
15 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 15-4-1-5 | 1-0-0-1 | 8-2-1-3 | 1-0-0-1 | 1-0-0-1 | 5-1-0-3 | 8-3-0-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 27% | 0% | 25% | 0% | 0% | 20% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 67% | 100% | 75% | 100% | 100% | 80% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/9 | 28 Feb 2025 | Ararat | 2195m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Ararat Advocate Pacing Cup | 7.7m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Sr3 | - | $4.20 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (57.5, 28.4) | Pesci | Chasing Rex 3.7m | Dawson NZ 4.0m |
| 1/10 | 19 Feb 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Spring H2o Heat | - | $8,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $2.90 | 11 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (57.0, 28.7) | Dawson NZ | Chenin Beach 2.5m | Sassyola HFHD |
| 7/10 | 8 Feb 2025 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | New Zealand Bloodstock | 11.0m | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $2.25 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.0 (57.8, 29.7) | Michaywey | Beach Hopper NZ SHFHD | Bolramski NZ HFHD |
| 3/10 | 1 Feb 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hertz Melton Pace | 3.6m | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $4.40 | 29 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (57.1, 27.5) | Hezasweetie NZ | Hugo Maguire NZ NK | Dawson NZ 2.7m |
| 3/6 | 3 Jan 2025 | Cmbrdge | 1700m | - | - | - | 2.50m | $13,425 | Zachary Butcher | Sr- | - | - | 21 days ago | - | 1:57.1 | Le Major (NZ) | Louezyana (NZ) NK | Dawson NZ 1.50m |
| 11/11 | 13 Dec 2024 | Axpark | 1700m | - | - | - | 15.90m | $15,720 | Scott Phelan | Sr- | - | - | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.1 | Fernetti (NZ) | Hezasweetie NZ 2.25m | Minjee (NZ) NK |
| 7/7 | 6 Dec 2024 | Axpark | 2200m | - | - | - | 197.40m | $36,500 | Josh Dickie | FT Sr- | - | - | 42 days ago | - | 1:58.9 | Sooner the Bettor NZ | The Big Lebowski (NZ) NK | Kango NZ 3m |
| 10/11 | 25 Oct 2024 | Axpark | 1609m | - | - | - | 28.50m | $34,388 | Tony Herlihy | Sr- | - | - | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 | Invisible (NZ) | Always B Elite (NZ) HD | Always Be Mattie (NZ) HD |
| 1/7 | 18 Oct 2024 | Axpark | 1609m | - | - | - | - | $14,600 | Tony Herlihy | Sr- | - | - | 180 days ago | - | 1:55.4 | Dawson NZ | Iron Brigade (NZ) 2.25m | Mckendrick (NZ) 6.75m |
| 7/7 | 21 Apr 2024 | Ascotpk | 2700m | - | - | Pace | 23.40m | $54,750 | Mark Hurrell | Sr- | - | - | - | - | 2:00.7 | Built for Glory (NZ) | Double Jeopardy (NZ) HFHD | Harrison John (NZ) 6m |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Speights Girl (NZ)
Trained at
Banjup
Colours
Blue, Orange Sleeves, Blue Armband
Owners
R P Jones, S Sakaew
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Alford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I Walsh | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Rock N Roll Heaven USA - Triple Sec (NZ) (Mach Three CA)
Best MR
1:53.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Burr - Pole N/S, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Neck Strap, Tail Tie
Today's Stats
Track
6-1-0-0
Distance
4-2-0-0
Track & Distance
2-0-0-0
Last Season
15-6-0-4
This Season
7-0-0-1
Career
26-7-0-5
Prize Money
$118,905
Win Range
1720 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
13x7858304
Last Run
3 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 26-7-0-5 | 4-2-0-0 | 12-4-0-3 | 6-1-0-0 | 2-0-0-0 | 7-0-0-1 | 15-6-0-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 27% | 50% | 33% | 17% | 0% | 0% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 46% | 50% | 58% | 17% | 0% | 14% | 67% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9 | - | 9 | 1 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/11 | 12 Mar 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Nutrien Ag Solutions Pace | 7.0m | $8,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr2 | - | $9.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (56.7, 28.0) | Frugal Fare | Final Collect NZ HD | El Boston 5.5m |
| 11/12 | 1 Mar 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Swift Signs Pace | 38.1m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $61.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (57.7, 27.7) | Always Hot | Repelling 1.8m | New Yorker 11.7m |
| 3/9 | 21 Feb 2025 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hoyts Food Pace | 13.4m | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $81.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (54.6, 26.6) | Balboa Rock | First Dance NZ 6.6m | Triple Rock Saint NZ 6.8m |
| 8/11 | 15 Feb 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Renown Silverware Pace | 13.9m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $13.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (56.6, 28.4) | Invitation Only NZ | Norms Lady 1.2m | Harryhoo HFHD |
| 5/12 | 9 Feb 2025 | Swanhil | 1750m | - | NR 65 or better. | Beverford Motors Pace | 8.2m | $8,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $17.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (54.8, 27.4) | Ultimate Vinnie | Ozzie Punta 1.3m | Catalpa Rescue SHFHD |
| 8/10 | 25 Jan 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Garrards Horse & Hound | 10.3m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr6 | - | $21.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (56.3, 27.0) | Louie Lou I NZ | Diamond Eclipse 1.3m | Rockandance 1.1m |
| 7/9 | 18 Jan 2025 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Lather Up Pace | 17.9m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr2 | - | $34.00 | 241 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (55.3, 26.9) | Raging Whitebait NZ | Heavenly Gipsy NK | Layden 3.3m |
| 3/10 | 22 May 2024 | Swanhil | 1750m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Tasco High Octane Pace | 4.8m | $9,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $2.30 | 13 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.5, 28.0) | Ozzie Battler | Only Once Bitten NZ 2.6m | Triple Rock Saint NZ 2.2m |
| 1/11 | 9 May 2024 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 74. | Neatline Homes Pace | - | $12,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr4 | - | $2.80 | 5 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (57.6, 28.8) | Triple Rock Saint NZ | Bee Gee Cee 5.1m | Jaccka Connor NZ HFHD |
| 5/12 | 4 May 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 5.0m | $15,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr3 | - | $15.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.1, 28.7) | Skinnydip NZ | Radius HD | Shanlou NZ SHFHD |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Triple Sec (NZ)
Trained at
Junortoun
Colours
Red, White & Black Panels With Saint Motiff
Owners
N B (Noel) Watson
| 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: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Christian Melody (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:55.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.4MS
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind
Today's Stats
Track
8-1-0-2
Distance
8-1-0-2
Track & Distance
7-1-0-2
Last Season
12-2-1-2
This Season
3-0-0-1
Career
44-8-5-9
Prize Money
$91,273
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
x46136x843
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 | 44-8-5-9 | 8-1-0-2 | 26-5-4-7 | 8-1-0-2 | 7-1-0-2 | 3-0-0-1 | 12-2-1-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 18% | 13% | 19% | 13% | 14% | 0% | 17% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 50% | 38% | 62% | 38% | 43% | 33% | 42% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12 | 1 Mar 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Swift Signs Pace | 13.4m | $15,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr5 | - | $61.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (57.7, 27.7) | Always Hot | Repelling 1.8m | New Yorker 11.7m |
| 4/9 | 14 Feb 2025 | Albury | 2570m | - | No NR. | Albury Murray Cup | 40.3m | $60,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr2 | - | $126.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (58.9, 30.3) | Captain Hammerhead | Swayzee NK | Cya Art NZ 15.7m |
| 8/11 | 5 Feb 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 65 or better. | Haeuslers Echuca Pace | 28.4m | $8,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr4 | - | $13.00 | 95 days ago | - | 1:50.9 (54.9, 26.7) | Yambukian | Repelling 3.2m | Harryhoo 11.2m |
| 6/12 | 2 Nov 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | The Big Screen Company | 6.3m | $15,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr6 | - | $12.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (57.3, 28.6) | Layden | Louie Lou I NZ HFHD | Jilliby Selwood 5.6m |
| 3/12 | 19 Oct 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Alabar Pace | 3.1m | $15,000 | Lisa Pitt | Fr2 | - | $34.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (56.1, 27.6) | Spirit of Arion NZ | Blake Bolac HD | New Yorker 2.7m |
| 1/11 | 21 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Downunder Sulky Pace | - | $10,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Sr2 | - | $10.00 | 12 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (57.4, 28.8) | New Yorker | Stag Party NZ NK | Rockandance HFHD |
| 6/9 | 9 Sep 2024 | Yar Val | 1650m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Ken Smith & Associates | 12.4m | $8,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr5 | - | $5.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (56.7, 28.8) | Rockandance | Mona Mia 1.1m | Layden 4.5m |
| 4/10 | 31 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0-2W/15.0K stake | Legend Gammalite Pace | 9.4m | $15,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Sr1 | - | $151.00 | 136 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (55.0, 28.0) | Fighter Command | Shanlou NZ HD | Le Belle Bijoux 7.2m |
| 2/9 | 17 Apr 2024 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 70. | Mick Boyington Pace | NK | $8,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Sr2 | - | $5.50 | 17 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (57.5, 29.1) | American Spirit | New Yorker NK | Wow You Can Dance 1.6m |
| 9/10 | 31 Mar 2024 | Riverin | 2270m | - | NR up to 90. | Wagga Pacers Cup | 6.5m | $20,400 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr3 | - | $31.00 | - | - | 1:53.3 (56.3, 28.1) | Bluto NZ | Blazing Home NZ HFNK | Hiranya NZ 1.4m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Christian Melody
Trained at
Axedale
Colours
Purple, White Braces, Purple Yoke With White Stars, White Collor & Cuffs
Owners
C (Christine) Bartley
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca Bartley | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R K Bartley | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Narree Rose (Art Major USA)
Best MR
1:53.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:58.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Chin Rest, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Half, Hopples - Length 58, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
17-2-2-2
Distance
12-0-2-2
Track & Distance
12-0-2-2
Last Season
13-3-1-3
This Season
2-1-0-0
Career
30-6-4-4
Prize Money
$106,120
Win Range
1609 - 2150
Last 10 Starts
3146348x41
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 | 30-6-4-4 | 12-0-2-2 | 21-3-3-3 | 17-2-2-2 | 12-0-2-2 | 2-1-0-0 | 13-3-1-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 20% | 0% | 14% | 12% | 0% | 50% | 23% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 47% | 33% | 43% | 35% | 33% | 50% | 54% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Logical Staffing Solutions | - | $15,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Sr3 | - | $18.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.1, 28.0) | My Uncle Stan | Blake Bolac NK | Smoken Ace NZ 2.8m |
| 4/9 | 21 Feb 2025 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hoyts Food Pace | 14.8m | $10,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr5 | - | $7.00 | 160 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (54.6, 26.6) | Balboa Rock | First Dance NZ 6.6m | Triple Rock Saint NZ 6.8m |
| 8/12 | 14 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Righ High Vss 4yo E&g | 16.6m | $150,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr1 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (53.9, 27.1) | Heza Punk Rocker NZ | Perfect Class NK | Keayang Tokyo SHFHD |
| 4/12 | 7 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Ride High Vss 4yo C&g | 10.1m | $20,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr5 | - | $15.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.4, 29.2) | Little Louie | Gawn HFNK | Blazing Home NZ 4.9m |
| 3/10 | 30 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Ride High Vss 4yo E&g | 6.0m | $10,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr4 | - | $101.00 | 20 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (54.2, 28.0) | Keayang Tokyo | Blazing Home NZ NK | My Uncle Stan 5.0m |
| 6/9 | 10 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Nevele R Stud Pace | 8.6m | $15,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr6 | - | $41.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (54.5, 27.1) | Smoken Ace NZ | High Above 1.1m | Jaccka Connor NZ 6.2m |
| 4/10 | 27 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 84. | Tab We'Re On Pace | 2.8m | $17,500 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr5 | - | $17.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (55.8, 28.6) | Isthisjustfantasy | Major Roll 1.6m | Ghost of Time HFHD |
| 1/10 | 20 Jul 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Dynamic Print Group Pace | - | $15,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr1 | - | $2.90 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.6, 27.6) | My Uncle Stan | Clear Left NZ 1.1m | Layden HD |
| 3/9 | 13 Jul 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hygain Metro Maiden | 3.4m | $15,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr1 | - | $4.60 | 13 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (56.9, 27.5) | Miki to Success | Clear Left NZ 1.3m | My Uncle Stan 2.1m |
| 1/9 | 30 Jun 2024 | Cranbrn | 1609m | - | NR up to 70. | Cranbourne Club 21 Pace | - | $8,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr5 | - | $5.50 | - | - | 1:55.8 (57.0, 27.8) | My Uncle Stan | Rudy Gee 4.0m | Morvah 4.9m |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Narree Rose
Trained at
Cranbourne
Colours
Teal, White Lower Half With Teal Ribbon, White Sleeves
Owners
R Cashman, L Welgus, R Walker, A Kolenda, S Watson, J S Sacco, R McMennemin, D Schwind, G Bayliss, J O'Dea
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jodi Quinlan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R Cashman | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Art Major USA - Bellas Delight (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:53.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:58.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Neck Strap, Shadow Roll, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Blinkers - Cant See Bak
Today's Stats
Track
29-4-5-2
Distance
15-1-1-1
Track & Distance
15-1-1-1
Last Season
28-3-7-2
This Season
2-0-0-0
Career
88-11-16-7
Prize Money
$169,355
Win Range
1650 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
1635578x78
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 | 88-11-16-7 | 15-1-1-1 | 43-3-7-4 | 29-4-5-2 | 15-1-1-1 | 2-0-0-0 | 28-3-7-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 7% | 7% | 14% | 7% | 0% | 11% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 39% | 20% | 33% | 38% | 20% | 0% | 43% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 11 | 9 | 11 | 5 | 8 | - | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/11 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 17.2m | $17,500 | Ewa Justice | Fr6 | - | $81.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:52.6 (57.2, 28.4) | Tiger Band Wagon | Louie Lou I NZ SHFHD | Dessie Gee NK |
| 7/10 | 25 Feb 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 65 or better. | Saddleworld Shepparton | 14.6m | $8,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr7 | - | $41.00 | 129 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (55.1, 27.4) | Followtheace | Our Vincent Can Gogh NZ HD | Mongiana HD |
| 8/11 | 19 Oct 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 19.2m | $17,500 | Ewa Justice | Fr7 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (55.6, 27.5) | Jilliby Willow | Arggghhh 4.1m | Tiger Band Wagon 1.5m |
| 7/10 | 12 Oct 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Living Legends Pace | 10.7m | $17,500 | Ewa Justice | Sr4 | - | $31.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:52.6 (55.7, 27.7) | Exotic Bushranger | Spyglass NZ 1.8m | Arggghhh 2.1m |
| 5/7 | 26 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Lifestyle Communities Pace | 10.3m | $22,500 | Ewa Justice | Fr3 | - | $61.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (54.7, 28.1) | Sahara Breeze | Soho Historia NK | Isthisjustfantasy 1.3m |
| 5/8 | 13 Sep 2024 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 85 to 95. | Ac Air Pace | 4.4m | $20,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr1 | - | $10.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (55.6, 28.1) | Kowalski Analysis | Jilliby Willow 2.6m | Hes From Heaven NZ 1.3m |
| 3/10 | 31 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0-2W/15.0K stake | Legend Gammalite Pace | 7.7m | $15,000 | Ewa Justice | Sr2 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (55.0, 28.0) | Fighter Command | Shanlou NZ HD | Le Belle Bijoux 7.2m |
| 6/7 | 24 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Prydes Easifeed Mares Ffa | 7.1m | $24,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr2 | - | $61.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.9, 27.4) | Major Delight | Soho Historia 2.1m | Rakero Rebel NZ HD |
| 1/6 | 10 Aug 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | - | $17,500 | Ewa Justice | Fr4 | - | $16.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (54.9, 28.0) | Le Belle Bijoux | Oliver Dan HFHD | Classic Mission NZ HD |
| 4/10 | 3 Aug 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 89. | Waste Sense Mares Pace | 5.7m | $17,500 | Ewa Justice | Sr1 | - | $14.00 | - | - | 1:56.4 (55.4, 27.7) | Tilly Jayne | Sassiness NK | Isthisjustfantasy HD |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Bellas Delight
Trained at
Bolinda
Colours
Teal, White 'Team Teal' Logo, White Yoke & Sleeves
Owners
R Auber, G Foxwell, P Kelly, C J Kelsall, M Kelly, L N O'Neil, C Auber, H Auber, J Auber
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ewa Justice | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K M Males | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Wya Mya Macray (Pacific Fella USA)
Best MR
1:52.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.2MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Burr - Rein N/S, Deafeners - Plugs, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 60, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Blinkers - Sliding Dolly Vardens
Today's Stats
Track
32-3-5-3
Distance
15-1-2-1
Track & Distance
15-1-2-1
Last Season
19-1-3-4
This Season
7-1-0-1
Career
49-9-7-6
Prize Money
$103,419
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
8353017079
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 | 49-9-7-6 | 15-1-2-1 | 21-4-2-1 | 32-3-5-3 | 15-1-2-1 | 7-1-0-1 | 19-1-3-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 18% | 7% | 19% | 9% | 7% | 14% | 5% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 45% | 27% | 33% | 34% | 27% | 29% | 42% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 10 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/12 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 9.5m | $15,000 | Kerryn Manning | Fr2 | - | $26.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.1, 28.0) | My Uncle Stan | Blake Bolac NK | Smoken Ace NZ 2.8m |
| 7/9 | 21 Feb 2025 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hoyts Food Pace | 19.7m | $10,000 | Kerryn Manning | Sr3 | - | $17.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:54.8 (54.6, 26.6) | Balboa Rock | First Dance NZ 6.6m | Triple Rock Saint NZ 6.8m |
| 11/11 | 15 Feb 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Renown Silverware Pace | 331.4m | $15,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr4 | - | $10.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (56.6, 28.4) | Invitation Only NZ | Norms Lady 1.2m | Harryhoo HFHD |
| 7/10 | 8 Feb 2025 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Cranbourne Fencing Pace | 12.6m | $17,500 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $34.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.2, 29.1) | Skinnydip NZ | Corravally Star NZ 1.0m | Louie Lou I NZ 4.8m |
| 1/7 | 24 Jan 2025 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR up to 90. | Apco We Got You Pace | - | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr5 | - | $4.20 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.6, 27.5) | Vee Em Gee Macray | Tiger Band Wagon 1.4m | Captain Pins NZ HFHD |
| 10/10 | 17 Jan 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 90. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 32.7m | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr2 | - | $7.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:52.6 (56.3, 27.6) | Wattlebank Arnie NZ | Mona Mia 3.4m | Classic Angelina 2.0m |
| 3/9 | 4 Jan 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR up to 95. | J & A Mazzetti Painting | 3.8m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $3.10 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (55.1, 27.2) | Just as Well NZ | Norms Lady 3.0m | Vee Em Gee Macray HFNK |
| 5/11 | 21 Dec 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Terry Noonan Memorial Pace | 3.1m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Sr3 | - | $6.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (56.3, 27.5) | Ozzie Punta | Shadow Celt 1.3m | Louie Lou I NZ HFHD |
| 3/10 | 14 Dec 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 3.7m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $4.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (55.4, 26.9) | Louie Lou I NZ | Ozzie Punta 1.9m | Vee Em Gee Macray 1.8m |
| 8/9 | 7 Dec 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Garrards Horse & Hound | 110.3m | $17,500 | Zac Phillips | Fr1 | - | $16.00 | - | - | 1:55.2 (55.6, 27.4) | Ghost of Time | Rocknroll Walla 5.6m | Rakero Slammer NZ 9.1m |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Wya Mya Macray
Trained at
Myrniong
Colours
White, Teal Team Teal Logo & Cuffs
Owners
J & C Tubbs
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kerryn Manning | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J A Tubbs | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
6 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Betting Line USA - Picobello NZ (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:55.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:56.1MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Spring Loaded, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 59, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Pre Race Warm Up
Today's Stats
Track
28-4-2-0
Distance
14-2-1-0
Track & Distance
13-2-1-0
Last Season
40-9-8-6
This Season
8-0-1-0
Career
71-11-14-8
Prize Money
$167,157
Win Range
1650 - 2760
Last 10 Starts
2160582584
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 | 71-11-14-8 | 14-2-1-0 | 39-7-8-3 | 28-4-2-0 | 13-2-1-0 | 8-0-1-0 | 40-9-8-6 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 14% | 18% | 14% | 15% | 0% | 23% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 46% | 21% | 46% | 21% | 23% | 13% | 57% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 10 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/12 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 5.7m | $15,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr5 | - | $81.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.1, 28.0) | My Uncle Stan | Blake Bolac NK | Smoken Ace NZ 2.8m |
| 8/12 | 1 Mar 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Swift Signs Pace | 33.3m | $15,000 | Josh Duggan | Sr5 | - | $71.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (57.7, 27.7) | Always Hot | Repelling 1.8m | New Yorker 11.7m |
| 5/9 | 14 Feb 2025 | Albury | 2170m | - | NR up to 80. | Ss&a Club Of Albury Eat Dr | 3.0m | $15,300 | Tasmyn Potter | Sr3 | - | $4.40 | 5 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (60.1, 30.3) | Captains Catch | Repelling HD | Tick a Loch SHFHD |
| 2/12 | 9 Feb 2025 | Swanhil | 1750m | - | NR 65 or better. | Beverford Motors Pace | 1.3m | $8,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Sr2 | - | $8.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (54.8, 27.4) | Ultimate Vinnie | Ozzie Punta 1.3m | Catalpa Rescue SHFHD |
| 8/8 | 1 Feb 2025 | Melton | 1200m | - | No NR. | Catanach'S Mercury 80 Pace | 6.9m | $30,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr3 | - | $61.00 | 7 days ago | - | 0:00.0 (55.2, 26.9) | Rockandance | Diamond Eclipse 1.3m | Catch a Wave HFNK |
| 5/10 | 25 Jan 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Garrards Horse & Hound | 3.3m | $15,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Sr3 | - | $21.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (56.3, 27.0) | Louie Lou I NZ | Diamond Eclipse 1.3m | Rockandance 1.1m |
| 11/11 | 11 Jan 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hunter Rural Pace | 30.8m | $15,000 | Abby Sanderson | Sr3 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.9, 29.0) | Diamond Eclipse | Techys Watching HFHD | Repelling HD |
| 6/10 | 4 Jan 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | No NR. | Bendigo Locksmiths Ffa | 10.8m | $17,500 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr3 | - | $14.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:51.6 (54.1, 26.8) | Tango Tara NZ | Our Vincent Can Gogh NZ 2.1m | Tiger Band Wagon 4.1m |
| 1/11 | 21 Dec 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Terry Noonan Memorial Pace | - | $15,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Sr4 | - | $3.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (56.3, 27.5) | Ozzie Punta | Shadow Celt 1.3m | Louie Lou I NZ HFHD |
| 2/10 | 14 Dec 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 1.9m | $15,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Sr2 | - | $4.80 | - | - | 1:54.0 (55.4, 26.9) | Louie Lou I NZ | Ozzie Punta 1.9m | Vee Em Gee Macray 1.8m |
Sire
Betting Line USA
Dam
Picobello NZ
Trained at
Strathfieldsaye
Colours
White, Dark Blue A, Ring & Sleeves
Owners
E J & H M Anderson Nominees Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Duggan | 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: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11
Age
6 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Shadow Play USA - Rhodium Castle (Western Terror USA)
Best MR
1:55.0MS
Dist Best MR
1:55.0MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Lugging, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Plugs, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 57, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie
Today's Stats
Track
13-4-1-2
Distance
7-2-1-0
Track & Distance
7-2-1-0
Last Season
17-2-2-3
This Season
7-2-0-1
Career
27-7-2-4
Prize Money
$86,345
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
6120413516
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 | 27-7-2-4 | 7-2-1-0 | 16-4-2-1 | 13-4-1-2 | 7-2-1-0 | 7-2-0-1 | 17-2-2-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 26% | 29% | 25% | 31% | 29% | 29% | 12% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 48% | 43% | 44% | 54% | 43% | 43% | 41% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/9 | 2 Mar 2025 | Boort | 2612m | - | NR 70 to 95. | Boort Pacing Cup | 43.8m | $12,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Sr3 | - | $6.50 | 15 days ago | - | 2:00.7 (57.6, 28.5) | Lincoln River NZ | Cee Cee in America 8.7m | Angus Indiana HFHD |
| 1/11 | 15 Feb 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | 1W/15.0K stake | Beraldo Coffee Pace | - | $15,000 | Ryan Duffy | Sr2 | - | $19.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (56.0, 27.8) | Shadow Celt | Coastal Drive 1.3m | Snow Hunter 4.1m |
| 5/11 | 8 Feb 2025 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Aidan Graham Memorial Pace | 20.0m | $15,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Sr1 | - | $19.00 | 13 days ago | - | 2:00.5 (56.2, 27.6) | Sir Jimmy | Hezasweetie NZ 12.8m | Norms Lady 1.3m |
| 3/8 | 26 Jan 2025 | Wedburn | 2555m | - | NR 70 to 95. | Wedderburn Pacing Cup | HFNK | $15,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr4 | - | $41.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (57.9, 29.7) | Western Sonador | Lincoln River NZ HFNK | Shadow Celt SHFHD |
| 1/10 | 18 Jan 2025 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Downbytheseaside Pace | - | $10,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Sr1 | - | $7.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (59.8, 29.9) | Shadow Celt | Ooh Ah Listah HFHD | Starzzz Destiny HD |
| 4/12 | 12 Jan 2025 | Hamiltn | 2160m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Taylor Motors Hamilton | 24.4m | $8,000 | Glen Craven | Sr3 | - | $16.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (54.5, 27.0) | The Narcissist | Snow Hunter 10.1m | Keayang Wasabi 11.3m |
| 10/11 | 4 Jan 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 65 to 79. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 14.7m | $15,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Sr1 | - | $21.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (54.8, 26.7) | Raging Whitebait NZ | Plains in Heaven 2.7m | Telemachus 5.7m |
| 2/11 | 21 Dec 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Terry Noonan Memorial Pace | 1.3m | $15,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr2 | - | $14.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (56.3, 27.5) | Ozzie Punta | Shadow Celt 1.3m | Louie Lou I NZ HFHD |
| 1/12 | 14 Dec 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Swift Signs Nmw Pace | - | $15,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr5 | - | $8.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.7, 28.9) | Shadow Celt | Bizzness Class 1.2m | Nakula NZ SHFHD |
| 6/8 | 4 Dec 2024 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 60 to 74. | Forty Winks Pace | 5.9m | $9,000 | Darby Mcguigan | Fr3 | - | $7.00 | - | - | 1:55.6 (55.3, 26.8) | Twisted Bliss | Captain Pins NZ HD | Just as Well NZ 3.1m |
Sire
Shadow Play USA
Dam
Rhodium Castle
Trained at
Gordon
Colours
Gold, Green V & Sleeves
Owners
M J (Maurice) Hanrahan
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darby McGuigan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T H McGuigan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MY UNCLE STAN (5) was having his second run since the Super Series Final in September when he charged home to defeat a field of similar standard last week. He is versatile and should be getting fitter so he is a big winning chance again. NEW YORKER (4) sustained a long run from the back of the field when a game third behind Always Hot at Melton last outing. He finished fourth behind Captain Hammerhead and Swayzee in the Albury Cup prior so he rates as a value hope. DAWSON (2) has performed nicely in four starts since coming from New Zealand and was placed in the Ararat Cup last outing. He moves to the front line for the first time in Australia so he must be respected. FIRST DANCE (7), SMOKEN ACE (8) and LE BELLE BIJOUX (11), which drops back in class, are all capable of showing up without surprising. EARLY SPEED: 2 (possible leader), 1,4,5 RATINGS: 5/ 2,4/ 7,8/ 1,9,11