Hobart R7 METROPOLITAN CUP
Metropolitan Cup
9:24pm • 2579m • Mobile Start • Pacers • No NR. • No age restrictions • $20,0009:24pm • 2579m • Mobile Start • Pacers • No NR. • No age restrictions • $20,000
Race Notes
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Vertigal (Western Terror USA)
Best MR
1:50.2
Dist Best MR
1:59.7
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Burr - Rein O/S, Chin Rest, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 59, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip, Blinkers - Pull Up
Today's Stats
Track
7-1-2-0
Distance
4-1-1-0
Track & Distance
4-1-1-0
Last Season
32-8-2-2
This Season
15-3-4-0
Career
110-25-21-12
Prize Money
$421,955
Win Range
1609 - 2698
Last 10 Starts
4911522244
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 | 110-25-21-12 | 4-1-1-0 | 5-1-1-0 | 7-1-2-0 | 4-1-1-0 | 15-3-4-0 | 32-8-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 25% | 20% | 14% | 25% | 20% | 25% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 53% | 50% | 40% | 43% | 50% | 47% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 4 | - | - |
| 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 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | 8.2m | $20,000 | Todd Rattray | Sr1 | - | $3.80 | 35 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 4/6 | 15 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | No NR. | Morey'S Tours Pace | 5.6m | $12,000 | Todd Rattray | Fr6 | - | - | 21 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.0, 28.1) | Triedtotellya | Watermelon Sugar NZ HD | One Big Shew 4.4m |
| 2/9 | 25 May 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Tasmanian Horse Transport | 8.6m | $12,000 | Liam Older | Sr2 | - | $6.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.0, 27.7) | Triedtotellya | Star Major 8.6m | We Salute You 2.3m |
| 2/11 | 11 May 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Launceston Mile | HFHD | $20,000 | Todd Rattray | Sr4 | - | $4.60 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.3, 28.4) | Triedtotellya | Star Major HFHD | Tough Shaz 13.0m |
| 2/9 | 4 May 2025 | Hobart | 1609m | - | No NR. | Morey'S Tours Elite | SHFHD | $20,000 | Todd Rattray | Fr7 | - | $3.70 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (56.3, 28.8) | Magnetic Terror NZ | Star Major HFHD | Hot Deal 7.0m |
| 5/14 | 19 Apr 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Easter Cup | 14.9m | $75,000 | Gareth Rattray | 20 Fr1 | 20kgs | $8.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (57.6, 29.1) | Triedtotellya | Eureka Jo 8.4m | Hot Deal 1.1m |
| 1/11 | 13 Apr 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 80 or better. | Ladbrokes Easter Cup Heat | - | $14,000 | Gareth Rattray | 20 Fr1 | 20kgs | $5.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (56.5, 28.5) | Star Major | Eureka Jo NK | The Shallows 4.7m |
| 1/10 | 6 Apr 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Stan & Katie Leedham Memor | - | $12,000 | Gareth Rattray | Sr2 | - | $5.50 | 15 days ago | - | 1:57.7 (55.9, 28.7) | Star Major | De Goey HFHD | Hot Deal 1.1m |
| 9/14 | 22 Mar 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Tasmania Cup FIN | 15.2m | $150,000 | Gareth Rattray | 20 Fr2 | 20kgs | $20.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:58.2 (57.3, 28.8) | Jorge Street | Mydadsaid 7.3m | Arggghhh 1.7m |
| 4/13 | 7 Mar 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Tasmania Cup Hea | 9.8m | $14,000 | Gareth Rattray | 20 Fr2 | 20kgs | $5.00 | - | - | 1:59.7 (56.7, 28.8) | Mydadsaid | Hot Deal 4.3m | Just Tiger 3.0m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Vertigal
Trained at
Longford
Colours
Red, White V Yoke & Cuffs
Owners
D W York, T V York
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Rattray | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T E Rattray | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Betterthancheddar USA - Waltz of the Brave (Courage Under Fire NZ)
Best MR
1:58.2
Dist Best MR
2:05.3
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 59, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
12-3-4-2
Distance
2-0-0-1
Track & Distance
2-0-0-1
Last Season
14-5-3-3
This Season
5-0-2-2
Career
29-7-7-6
Prize Money
$95,203
Win Range
1609 - 2500
Last 10 Starts
38243236x2
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 | 29-7-7-6 | 2-0-0-1 | 3-1-0-1 | 12-3-4-2 | 2-0-0-1 | 5-0-2-2 | 14-5-3-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 24% | 0% | 33% | 25% | 0% | 0% | 36% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 69% | 50% | 67% | 75% | 50% | 80% | 79% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/12 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | 4.3m | $20,000 | Charlie Castles | Fr4 | - | $8.00 | 120 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 6/14 | 22 Mar 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Tasmania Cup FIN | 11.6m | $150,000 | Charlie Castles | FT Fr4 | - | $26.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:58.2 (57.3, 28.8) | Jorge Street | Mydadsaid 7.3m | Arggghhh 1.7m |
| 3/13 | 7 Mar 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Tasmania Cup Hea | 7.3m | $14,000 | Charlie Castles | FT Fr3 | - | $15.00 | 12 days ago | - | 1:59.7 (56.7, 28.8) | Mydadsaid | Hot Deal 4.3m | Just Tiger 3.0m |
| 2/11 | 23 Feb 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 70 or better. | Rodney Burgess Patrons Ma | 5.8m | $14,000 | Charlie Castles | 10 Fr5 | 10kgs | $4.80 | 15 days ago | - | 2:00.0 (56.8, 28.8) | Star Major | Just Tiger 5.8m | Jorge Street 6.1m |
| 3/14 | 8 Feb 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | No NR. | Hardings Group Devonport C | 3.0m | $40,000 | Charlie Castles | FT Fr6 | - | $18.00 | 48 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (55.9, 28.0) | Magnetic Terror NZ | Star Major HD | Just Tiger 2.5m |
| 4/10 | 22 Dec 2024 | Hobart | 2090m | - | No NR. | Claremont Football Club Pa | 4.4m | $12,000 | Charlie Castles | Fr1 | - | - | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (57.2, 28.7) | The Shallows | Stepping Stones 3.1m | Keayang Fitzy HD |
| 2/7 | 8 Dec 2024 | Hobart | 1609m | - | No NR. | Toreace Flying Mile | 3.5m | $12,000 | Charlie Castles | Fr1 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.0, 28.3) | Beyond Delight | Just Tiger 3.5m | Jimmy the Irishman NZ HFNK |
| 8/12 | 1 Dec 2024 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | NR 80 or better. | Nutrien Ag Solutions Tassi | 20.4m | $50,000 | Charlie Castles | FT Fr3 | - | $8.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (57.5, 29.7) | Glenledi Elvis NZ | The Croupier NZ 2.0m | Stepping Stones 2.6m |
| 3/10 | 24 Nov 2024 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | NR 80 or better. | Nutrien Ag Solutions Tassi | NK | $14,000 | Charlie Castles | FT Fr2 | - | $4.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (55.2, 27.2) | Pardoe Plugga | Glenledi Elvis NZ HFHD | Just Tiger HFNK |
| 1/10 | 8 Nov 2024 | Burnie | 2500m | - | No NR. | Nwtlha Cup | - | $14,000 | Charlie Castles | FT Fr1 | - | $3.60 | - | - | 2:05.3 (59.1, 28.9) | Just Tiger | Bold Centurian 1.1m | Colby Sanz 3.6m |
Sire
Betterthancheddar USA
Dam
Waltz of the Brave
Trained at
Wesley Vale
Colours
Green, Red Sash & Armbands
Owners
R J Brown, J N Brown
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Castles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C V Castles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Shadyshark Hanover USA - Exotic Angel (Grinfromeartoear USA)
Best MR
1:57.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.6MS
Gear
Bandages, Bit - Lugging, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 57.5, Hopple Shorteners - Cord - Pin, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip, Hopple Shorteners - St ...
Today's Stats
Track
66-18-7-7
Distance
20-2-2-1
Track & Distance
20-2-2-1
Last Season
24-3-1-3
This Season
10-2-0-2
Career
114-27-10-10
Prize Money
$363,899
Win Range
1609 - 2698
Last 10 Starts
1u45036x39
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 | 114-27-10-10 | 20-2-2-1 | 20-2-2-1 | 66-18-7-7 | 20-2-2-1 | 10-2-0-2 | 24-3-1-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 24% | 10% | 10% | 27% | 10% | 20% | 13% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 41% | 25% | 25% | 48% | 25% | 40% | 29% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 4 | 8 | - | - |
| 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 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | 24.3m | $20,000 | Brodie Davis | Fr5 | - | $5.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 3/12 | 6 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Bevan Lee'S Butchery Golde | 2.2m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Sr5 | - | $6.00 | 78 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.4, 28.2) | Vanquish Stride NZ | Stepping Stones 2.1m | The Shallows SHFHD |
| 6/14 | 19 Apr 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Easter Cup | 18.4m | $75,000 | Brodie Davis | 20 Fr3 | 20kgs | $41.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (57.6, 29.1) | Triedtotellya | Eureka Jo 8.4m | Hot Deal 1.1m |
| 3/11 | 13 Apr 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 80 or better. | Ladbrokes Easter Cup Heat | 5.7m | $14,000 | Brodie Davis | 20 Fr2 | 20kgs | $18.00 | 22 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (56.5, 28.5) | Star Major | Eureka Jo NK | The Shallows 4.7m |
| 12/14 | 22 Mar 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Tasmania Cup FIN | 22.8m | $150,000 | Brodie Davis | 20 Fr3 | 20kgs | $61.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:58.2 (57.3, 28.8) | Jorge Street | Mydadsaid 7.3m | Arggghhh 1.7m |
| 5/13 | 7 Mar 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Tasmania Cup Hea | 11.9m | $14,000 | Brodie Davis | 20 Fr1 | 20kgs | $18.00 | 12 days ago | - | 1:59.7 (56.7, 28.8) | Mydadsaid | Hot Deal 4.3m | Just Tiger 3.0m |
| 4/7 | 23 Feb 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Mates Mode Hoste | 13.5m | $12,000 | Brodie Davis | Sr2 | - | $5.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (57.6, 28.6) | Magnetic Terror NZ | Blitzern 6.8m | Miss Papenhuyzen 2.6m |
| 0/14 | 8 Feb 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | No NR. | Hardings Group Devonport C | - | $40,000 | Brodie Davis | 20 Fr1 | 20kgs | $10.00 | 27 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (55.9, 28.0) | Magnetic Terror NZ | Star Major HD | Just Tiger 2.5m |
| 1/12 | 12 Jan 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Hobart Pacing Cu | - | $40,000 | Brodie Davis | Fr6 | - | $14.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.6 (58.5, 30.4) | The Shallows | Blitzern 4.3m | Stepping Stones NK |
| 1/12 | 5 Jan 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | No NR. | Fehlberg Produce Brigton | - | $14,000 | Brodie Davis | Sr5 | - | $12.00 | - | - | 1:59.1 (58.6, 30.0) | The Shallows | Mickey Oh HD | The Croupier NZ 1.3m |
Sire
Shadyshark Hanover USA
Dam
Exotic Angel
Trained at
Broadmarsh
Colours
Red, White Sleeves, Blue Stripes
Owners
H P Woods, A H Woods
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brodie Davis | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H P Woods | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay/Brown - Mare
Breeding
Stonebridge Regal USA - Step Up and Play (Peace of Art CA)
Best MR
1:55.9
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip, Reins - Conventional, Spreader - One Legged O/S
Today's Stats
Track
67-7-21-15
Distance
9-0-4-3
Track & Distance
9-0-4-3
Last Season
31-2-10-5
This Season
11-1-2-3
Career
108-11-27-23
Prize Money
$254,374
Win Range
1609 - 2200
Last 10 Starts
566x344123
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 | 108-11-27-23 | 9-0-4-3 | 9-0-4-3 | 67-7-21-15 | 9-0-4-3 | 11-1-2-3 | 31-2-10-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 10% | 0% | 0% | 10% | 0% | 9% | 6% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 56% | 78% | 78% | 64% | 78% | 55% | 55% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 5 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/12 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | 7.5m | $20,000 | Heath Woods | Fr1 | - | $11.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 2/12 | 6 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Bevan Lee'S Butchery Golde | 2.1m | $20,000 | Heath Woods | Sr4 | - | $61.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.4, 28.2) | Vanquish Stride NZ | Stepping Stones 2.1m | The Shallows SHFHD |
| 1/11 | 22 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Launceston Discretionary | - | $20,000 | Heath Woods | FT Fr7 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (58.2, 29.0) | Stepping Stones | Blitzern 1.1m | Pardoe Plugga HFHD |
| 4/8 | 15 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 60 or better. | Smithawards Pace | 10.2m | $9,700 | Heath Woods | 30 Fr1 | 30kgs | $3.90 | 14 days ago | - | 2:01.5 (57.3, 28.9) | The Chancer | Major Lester 6.3m | Fleetwood Rock 2.3m |
| 4/9 | 1 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 75 to 105. | Ladbrokes Odds Surge Stake | 5.1m | $12,000 | Heath Woods | Fr5 | - | $12.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (57.0, 28.5) | Tough Shaz | All by Myself NZ 1.7m | Blitzern 1.7m |
| 3/6 | 18 May 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 68 to 79. | Xx | 5.6m | $9,700 | Heath Woods | Fr2 | - | $17.00 | 84 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (57.7, 29.0) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Another Nien 3.1m | Stepping Stones 2.5m |
| 6/11 | 23 Feb 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 70 or better. | Rodney Burgess Patrons Ma | 21.0m | $14,000 | Heath Woods | 10 Fr1 | 10kgs | $18.00 | 15 days ago | - | 2:00.0 (56.8, 28.8) | Star Major | Just Tiger 5.8m | Jorge Street 6.1m |
| 6/14 | 8 Feb 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | No NR. | Hardings Group Devonport C | 20.1m | $40,000 | Heath Woods | FT Fr1 | - | $12.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (55.9, 28.0) | Magnetic Terror NZ | Star Major HD | Just Tiger 2.5m |
| 5/10 | 2 Feb 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 75 to 105. | Ladbrokes Racing Club Pace | 11.7m | $12,000 | Heath Woods | Fr5 | - | $10.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:58.8 (56.3, 28.6) | Magnetic Terror NZ | Keayang Fitzy 2.8m | Rubins Plight 8.0m |
| 3/12 | 12 Jan 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Hobart Pacing Cu | 5.1m | $40,000 | Heath Woods | Sr2 | - | $31.00 | - | - | 1:59.6 (58.5, 30.4) | The Shallows | Blitzern 4.3m | Stepping Stones NK |
Sire
Stonebridge Regal USA
Dam
Step Up and Play
Trained at
Broadmarsh
Colours
Dk Blue, Green Diagonal Stripes
Owners
H P Woods, A H Woods
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Woods | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H P Woods | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay/Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Heston Blue Chip USA - Kims a Goddess (Village Jasper USA)
Best MR
1:55.3MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 61, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - W Bit, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
1-1-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
23-6-2-2
This Season
10-2-0-2
Career
62-14-2-9
Prize Money
$93,627
Win Range
1609 - 2690
Last 10 Starts
153939x104
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 | 62-14-2-9 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 10-2-0-2 | 23-6-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 20% | 26% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 40% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 40% | 43% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/6 | 27 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Quick Multi Disc | 7.9m | $12,000 | Dylan Ford | FT Fr1 | - | $4.20 | 21 days ago | - | 2:02.0 (58.2, 29.6) | Gordons Bay | Lightning Dan 2.6m | Blitzern 3.3m |
| 11/12 | 6 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Bevan Lee'S Butchery Golde | 30.6m | $20,000 | Dylan Ford | Fr2 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.4, 28.2) | Vanquish Stride NZ | Stepping Stones 2.1m | The Shallows SHFHD |
| 1/6 | 29 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 1609m | - | NR 65 to 74. | Smithawards Pace | - | $9,700 | Dylan Ford | Fr6 | - | $4.20 | 77 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (57.4, 29.2) | Angus Indiana | We Salute You 1.8m | James Cagney NZ 4.0m |
| 9/11 | 13 Apr 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 80 or better. | Ladbrokes Easter Cup Heat | 40.8m | $14,000 | Ryan Backhouse | FT Fr3 | - | $15.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.4 (56.0, 28.3) | Triedtotellya | Magician 11.8m | Pardoe Plugga 4.4m |
| 3/9 | 6 Apr 2025 | Ararat | 2195m | - | NR 60 to 80. | Foundation Members Pace | 19.4m | $8,000 | Ewa Justice | Sr1 | - | $7.50 | 15 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (57.3, 28.4) | Sweetpassion | Captain Pins NZ 16.1m | Angus Indiana 3.3m |
| 9/9 | 22 Mar 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Lamaro'S Hotel Pace | 23.2m | $17,500 | Greg Sugars | Fr3 | - | $6.50 | 20 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (58.2, 28.4) | Raging Whitebait NZ | Repelling 2.0m | Jaccka Connor NZ 1.2m |
| 3/9 | 2 Mar 2025 | Boort | 2612m | - | NR 70 to 95. | Boort Pacing Cup | 12.9m | $12,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $3.10 | 8 days ago | - | 2:00.7 (57.6, 28.5) | Lincoln River NZ | Cee Cee in America 8.7m | Angus Indiana HFHD |
| 5/9 | 22 Feb 2025 | Menangl | 1609m | - | 4YO+ 0W/20K Stakes | East Coast Steel | 25.5m | $20,400 | Jye Coney | Fr6 | - | $16.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:50.0 (54.0, 27.0) | Birkirkara | Dashing NK | American Spirit 16.2m |
| 1/10 | 13 Feb 2025 | Penrith | 1720m | - | NR up to 67. | Wednesday Bingo Eyes Down | - | $9,792 | Jye Coney | Fr3 | - | $3.10 | 29 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.4, 28.1) | Angus Indiana | Ourtreacherous Reign NZ 5.1m | Merrywood Tony 2.1m |
| 7/8 | 15 Jan 2025 | Mildura | 1790m | - | NR 60 to 79. | Get Well Ash Hill Pace | 19.3m | $7,000 | Scott Rains | Sr1 | - | $6.00 | - | - | 1:58.1 (59.3, 30.5) | Cemetery Bay | Keayang Moroccan SHFHD | Caulonia Terror 7.3m |
Sire
Heston Blue Chip USA
Dam
Kims a Goddess
Trained at
Sunbury
Colours
Black, Gold Medusa Head & Cuffs
Owners
D R Ryan, J Tabone, B S Said
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Ford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F Taiba | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
8 years old
Sex
Black - Gelding
Breeding
Bettors Delight USA - Pemberton Shard NZ (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:52.0MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 57, Shadow Roll, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
8-0-1-1
Distance
3-0-1-1
Track & Distance
3-0-1-1
Last Season
20-1-4-4
This Season
19-1-1-2
Career
103-13-16-13
Prize Money
$239,406
Win Range
1650 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
3458544125
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 | 103-13-16-13 | 3-0-1-1 | 5-0-1-1 | 8-0-1-1 | 3-0-1-1 | 19-1-1-2 | 20-1-4-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5% | 5% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 41% | 67% | 40% | 25% | 67% | 21% | 45% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 9 | 9 | - | - |
| 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 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | 10.8m | $20,000 | Liam Older | Sr4 | - | $13.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 2/6 | 13 Jul 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | NR 75 to 105. | Ladbrokes Quick Multi Pace | 1.1m | $12,000 | Ricky Duggan | Fr6 | - | $4.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (58.0, 28.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Vanquish Stride NZ 1.1m | Glenledi Elvis NZ 19.5m |
| 1/12 | 6 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Bevan Lee'S Butchery Golde | - | $20,000 | Liam Older | Sr3 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.4, 28.2) | Vanquish Stride NZ | Stepping Stones 2.1m | The Shallows SHFHD |
| 4/8 | 29 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 75 to 105. | The Beautide 2nd August Pa | 6.3m | $12,000 | Liam Older | Fr7 | - | $14.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (56.8, 29.1) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | The Chancer 3.1m | Glenledi Elvis NZ 2.6m |
| 4/11 | 22 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Launceston Discretionary | 7.6m | $20,000 | Liam Older | FT Sr2 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (58.2, 29.0) | Stepping Stones | Blitzern 1.1m | Pardoe Plugga HFHD |
| 5/6 | 15 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | No NR. | Morey'S Tours Pace | 19.8m | $12,000 | Ricky Duggan | Fr5 | - | - | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.0, 28.1) | Triedtotellya | Watermelon Sugar NZ HD | One Big Shew 4.4m |
| 8/11 | 8 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 75 or better. | Go Racing Ulverstone Cup | 37.2m | $14,000 | Hannah Van Dongen | FT Fr7 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (57.5, 28.7) | De Goey | Blitzern 14.5m | Eureka Jo NK |
| 5/9 | 1 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 75 to 105. | Ladbrokes Odds Surge Stake | 5.3m | $12,000 | Ricky Duggan | Fr6 | - | $21.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (57.0, 28.5) | Tough Shaz | All by Myself NZ 1.7m | Blitzern 1.7m |
| 4/9 | 25 May 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Tasmanian Horse Transport | 18.9m | $12,000 | Mark Yole | Fr4 | - | $31.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.0, 27.7) | Triedtotellya | Star Major 8.6m | We Salute You 2.3m |
| 3/7 | 18 May 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Xx | 12.2m | $12,000 | Ricky Duggan | FT Fr4 | - | $41.00 | - | - | 2:00.4 (58.0, 29.3) | Eureka Jo | The Chancer 10.2m | Vanquish Stride NZ 2.0m |
Sire
Bettors Delight USA
Dam
Pemberton Shard NZ
Trained at
Sidmouth
Colours
Black, Green Horseshoes & Armbands
Owners
E & M Stride
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liam Older | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W J Yole | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
7 years old
Sex
Brown - Horse
Breeding
Western Terror USA - Blitzsuzy (Blissfull Hall USA)
Best MR
1:54.5MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.8MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Rubber, Blinkers - Pelling Pacifiers, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Bit N/S, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 55, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip, Hopple Shorteners - S ...
Today's Stats
Track
5-1-1-1
Distance
3-1-1-0
Track & Distance
3-1-1-0
Last Season
11-3-0-2
This Season
14-0-4-2
Career
69-17-9-9
Prize Money
$229,960
Win Range
1690 - 2650
Last 10 Starts
8954732203
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 | 69-17-9-9 | 3-1-1-0 | 3-1-1-0 | 5-1-1-1 | 3-1-1-0 | 14-0-4-2 | 11-3-0-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 25% | 33% | 33% | 20% | 33% | 0% | 27% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 51% | 67% | 67% | 60% | 67% | 43% | 45% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6 | 27 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Quick Multi Disc | 5.9m | $12,000 | Jordan Chibnall | FT Fr5 | - | $1.70 | 7 days ago | - | 2:02.0 (58.2, 29.6) | Gordons Bay | Lightning Dan 2.6m | Blitzern 3.3m |
| 11/12 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | 39.6m | $20,000 | Jordan Chibnall | Sr5 | - | $9.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 2/11 | 22 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Launceston Discretionary | 1.1m | $20,000 | Tiarna Ford | FT Fr3 | - | $9.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (58.2, 29.0) | Stepping Stones | Blitzern 1.1m | Pardoe Plugga HFHD |
| 2/11 | 8 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 75 or better. | Go Racing Ulverstone Cup | 14.5m | $14,000 | Tiarna Ford | FT Fr2 | - | $9.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (57.5, 28.7) | De Goey | Blitzern 14.5m | Eureka Jo NK |
| 3/9 | 1 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 75 to 105. | Ladbrokes Odds Surge Stake | 3.4m | $12,000 | Tiarna Ford | Sr2 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (57.0, 28.5) | Tough Shaz | All by Myself NZ 1.7m | Blitzern 1.7m |
| 7/9 | 25 May 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Tasmanian Horse Transport | 24.5m | $12,000 | Tiarna Ford | Fr6 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (56.0, 27.7) | Triedtotellya | Star Major 8.6m | We Salute You 2.3m |
| 4/7 | 18 May 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | No NR. | Xx | 13.1m | $12,000 | Mitch Ford | FT Fr5 | - | $5.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (58.0, 29.3) | Eureka Jo | The Chancer 10.2m | Vanquish Stride NZ 2.0m |
| 5/11 | 11 May 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Launceston Mile | 17.2m | $20,000 | Mitch Ford | Sr2 | - | $31.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.3, 28.4) | Triedtotellya | Star Major HFHD | Tough Shaz 13.0m |
| 9/9 | 4 May 2025 | Hobart | 1609m | - | No NR. | Morey'S Tours Elite | 23.6m | $20,000 | Mitch Ford | Fr6 | - | $17.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (56.3, 28.8) | Magnetic Terror NZ | Star Major HFHD | Hot Deal 7.0m |
| 8/11 | 13 Apr 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 80 or better. | Ladbrokes Easter Cup Heat | 36.9m | $14,000 | Mitch Ford | 10 Fr1 | 10kgs | $21.00 | - | - | 1:59.4 (56.0, 28.3) | Triedtotellya | Magician 11.8m | Pardoe Plugga 4.4m |
Sire
Western Terror USA
Dam
Blitzsuzy
Trained at
Karoola
Colours
Red, Yellow Stripe & Sleeves
Owners
J D Montesano, B A Madigan, J J Traunini
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Chibnall | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C T Crook | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
10 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Well Said USA - Arterial Way (Art Major USA)
Best MR
1:51.3MS
Gear
Bit - Straight, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 59, Shadow Roll, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
73-8-10-11
Distance
6-0-1-1
Track & Distance
6-0-1-1
Last Season
46-4-7-7
This Season
25-3-2-6
Career
257-33-29-36
Prize Money
$344,077
Win Range
1609 - 2650
Last 10 Starts
3343721165
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 | 257-33-29-36 | 6-0-1-1 | 10-0-1-1 | 73-8-10-11 | 6-0-1-1 | 25-3-2-6 | 46-4-7-7 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 0% | 0% | 11% | 0% | 12% | 9% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 38% | 33% | 20% | 40% | 33% | 44% | 39% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 27 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Ladbrokes Fast Payouts Pac | 10.0m | $9,700 | Liam Older | Fr5 | - | $6.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (58.3, 29.4) | James Cagney NZ | Hammer Dan 7.2m | Bettablack Tiger 1.1m |
| 6/12 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | 12.5m | $20,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $31.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 1/8 | 13 Jul 2025 | Hobart | 1609m | - | NR 65 to 74. | Moreys Tours Pace | - | $9,700 | Mitch Ford | Fr7 | - | $10.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (58.5, 29.1) | We Salute You | Royal Appointment 2.1m | Another Nien 1.1m |
| 1/11 | 6 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | NR 60 or better. | Find Us On Facebook Pace | - | $9,700 | Mitch Ford | 10 Fr1 | 10kgs | $4.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (56.4, 28.9) | We Salute You | Dressed in Gold NZ HFNK | Just Follow Me HFNK |
| 2/6 | 29 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 1609m | - | NR 65 to 74. | Smithawards Pace | 1.8m | $9,700 | Liam Older | Fr4 | - | $4.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (57.4, 29.2) | Angus Indiana | We Salute You 1.8m | James Cagney NZ 4.0m |
| 7/9 | 22 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Lees Orchard Pace | 8.9m | $9,700 | Liam Older | Sr2 | - | $21.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (55.8, 27.8) | Lou Baby NZ | Spot Ruler NK | Hazewillrev 3.9m |
| 3/5 | 15 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 65 to 74. | Ladbrokes Odds Surge Pace | 12.0m | $9,700 | Liam Older | Fr5 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (57.8, 29.7) | Triple Vinnies | Custom Harley 11.1m | We Salute You NK |
| 4/10 | 8 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | NR 69 to 79. | Lees Orchard Stakes | 9.8m | $9,700 | Liam Older | Sr4 | - | $12.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.0 (55.9, 27.6) | Lou Baby NZ | Maddis Tiger NZ HFNK | Another Nien 4.4m |
| 3/8 | 1 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 1609m | - | NR 65 to 74. | Morey'S Tours Pace | 11.9m | $9,700 | Liam Older | Fr4 | - | $3.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (56.8, 28.5) | Triple Vinnies | Custom Harley 11.6m | We Salute You HFHD |
| 3/9 | 25 May 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Tasmanian Horse Transport | 10.9m | $12,000 | Jacob Duggan | Fr1 | - | $71.00 | - | - | 1:56.7 (56.0, 27.7) | Triedtotellya | Star Major 8.6m | We Salute You 2.3m |
Sire
Well Said USA
Dam
Arterial Way
Trained at
Sidmouth
Colours
Yellow, Red Braces, Black Waistband & Maltese Crosses, Red Sleeves, Black Cuffs
Owners
Solotrek Syndicate
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Laugher | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W J Yole | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Pacing Delight (NZ) (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:55.8MS
Dist Best MR
2:00.4MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Shadow roll stand only
Today's Stats
Track
7-5-1-0
Distance
3-2-0-0
Track & Distance
3-2-0-0
Last Season
20-2-2-4
This Season
22-7-2-2
Career
66-14-5-9
Prize Money
$196,003
Win Range
1980 - 2579
Last 10 Starts
4109291811
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 | 66-14-5-9 | 3-2-0-0 | 4-2-1-0 | 7-5-1-0 | 3-2-0-0 | 22-7-2-2 | 20-2-2-4 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 21% | 67% | 50% | 71% | 67% | 32% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 42% | 67% | 75% | 86% | 67% | 50% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 20 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Darrel Rockliff Graduate | - | $20,000 | Mitch Ford | Fr3 | - | $5.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (54.2, 26.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Just Tiger 4.3m | Stepping Stones 3.3m |
| 1/6 | 13 Jul 2025 | Hobart | 2579m | - | NR 75 to 105. | Ladbrokes Quick Multi Pace | - | $12,000 | Mitch Ford | Fr3 | - | $2.80 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (58.0, 28.6) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Vanquish Stride NZ 1.1m | Glenledi Elvis NZ 19.5m |
| 8/12 | 6 Jul 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Bevan Lee'S Butchery Golde | 15.5m | $20,000 | Mitch Ford | Sr2 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.4, 28.2) | Vanquish Stride NZ | Stepping Stones 2.1m | The Shallows SHFHD |
| 1/8 | 29 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 75 to 105. | The Beautide 2nd August Pa | - | $12,000 | Mitch Ford | Fr6 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (56.8, 29.1) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | The Chancer 3.1m | Glenledi Elvis NZ 2.6m |
| 9/11 | 22 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2200m | - | No NR. | Launceston Discretionary | 33.5m | $20,000 | Mitch Ford | FT Sr1 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (58.2, 29.0) | Stepping Stones | Blitzern 1.1m | Pardoe Plugga HFHD |
| 2/6 | 15 Jun 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | No NR. | Morey'S Tours Pace | HD | $12,000 | Dylan Ford | Fr3 | - | - | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (56.0, 28.1) | Triedtotellya | Watermelon Sugar NZ HD | One Big Shew 4.4m |
| 9/11 | 8 Jun 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 75 or better. | Go Racing Ulverstone Cup | 40.0m | $14,000 | Liam Older | FT Fr6 | - | $31.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (57.5, 28.7) | De Goey | Blitzern 14.5m | Eureka Jo NK |
| 12/12 | 25 May 2025 | Lncstn | 2698m | - | NR 65 or better. | Ladbrokes Sheffield Cup | 42.2m | $14,000 | Jacob Duggan | 20 Fr3 | 20kgs | $13.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.7 (57.0, 29.1) | Pardoe Plugga | De Goey HD | Beat Sweet 4.7m |
| 1/6 | 18 May 2025 | Hobart | 2090m | - | NR 68 to 79. | Xx | - | $9,700 | Dylan Ford | Sr1 | - | $4.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (57.7, 29.0) | Watermelon Sugar NZ | Another Nien 3.1m | Stepping Stones 2.5m |
| 4/11 | 11 May 2025 | Lncstn | 1680m | - | No NR. | Ladbrokes Launceston Mile | 13.5m | $20,000 | Dylan Ford | Fr4 | - | $13.00 | - | - | 1:54.4 (57.3, 28.4) | Triedtotellya | Star Major HFHD | Tough Shaz 13.0m |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Pacing Delight (NZ)
Trained at
Sidmouth
Colours
Black, Red Horseshoes, Collar, Waistband, Panel & Name Cuffs, Silver Grey Dividers, Black Sleeves
Owners
Solotrek Racing Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitch Ford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W J Yole | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
This is the open class race of the night the Metropolitan Cup. WATERMELON SUGAR (6) has been a revelation of late and despite drawing wide will be a major player. JUST TIGER (2) will be fitter for his first up run and draws nicely so will figure as will STAR MAJOR (9) who will be fitter for his first up run and is suited by the longer trip. STEPPING STONES (4), BLITZERN (7) and THE SHALLOWS (8) are a trio to include for the exotics.RATINGS: 9-3-6-8LIKELY LEADER: Angus Indiana and Just Tiger will look to push forward early.