Shepparton R1 SHEPPARTON PODCAST PREVIEW SHOW PACE
Shepparton Podcast Preview Show Pace
5:32pm • 2190m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 50 to 55. • No age restrictions • $6,0005:32pm • 2190m • Mobile Start • Pacers • NR 50 to 55. • No age restrictions • $6,000
Race Notes
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Aleppo Heiress (Armbro Operative USA)
Best MR
1:56.3MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.3MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Lugging, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Plugs, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Round, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional, Blinkers - Charlie Parsons
Today's Stats
Track
2-1-0-0
Distance
1-0-0-0
Track & Distance
1-0-0-0
Last Season
3-1-1-0
This Season
1-1-0-0
Career
4-2-1-0
Prize Money
$22,772
Win Range
1690 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
124x1
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 | 4-2-1-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 2-1-0-0 | 2-1-0-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 3-1-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 50% | 0% | 50% | 50% | 0% | 100% | 33% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 75% | 0% | 50% | 50% | 0% | 100% | 67% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | - | 2 | 3 | - | 1 | 2 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 31 Mar 2026 | Swanhil | 2240m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Kiel Tiling/team Mez Pace | - | $6,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr6 | - | $2.20 | 153 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (56.4, 28.8) | Thunderfire | Good Day 5.1m | Savon De Roche 2.3m |
| 4/8 | 29 Oct 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | 0-1 WIN | Dunstalls Superstores Pace | 26.1m | $6,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr6 | - | $2.30 | 19 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (57.2, 29.1) | The Postmaster | Uncle Trev HD | Go Easy on Me 15.9m |
| 2/8 | 10 Oct 2025 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 47. | Warrawee Needy @ Yirribee | HD | $9,792 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr4 | - | $1.70 | 10 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (55.1, 26.9) | Elector | Thunderfire HD | Coogee 15.5m |
| 1/9 | 30 Sep 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | MAIDEN | Shepparton Cup 17th Jan | - | $6,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Sr2 | - | $4.80 | - | - | 1:56.3 (56.8, 28.0) | Thunderfire | Eebeebee 6.2m | Colorado Girl HD |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Aleppo Heiress
Trained at
Kialla
Colours
White, Royal Blue Braces, Pink & Royal Blue Striped Sleeves
Owners
J R Hallam, P A Lawlor
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liam Older | 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: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Art Major USA - Sweet Aces (Aces N Sevens USA)
Best MR
1:59.4MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Neck Strap, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Blinkers - Charl ...
Today's Stats
Track
8-0-3-1
Distance
3-0-1-0
Track & Distance
3-0-1-0
Last Season
8-0-3-1
This Season
1-0-0-0
Career
10-1-3-1
Prize Money
$16,590
Win Range
1650
Last 10 Starts
7436x222x5
Last Run
37 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 10-1-3-1 | 3-0-1-0 | 4-0-1-0 | 8-0-3-1 | 3-0-1-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 8-0-3-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 10% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 50% | 33% | 25% | 50% | 33% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 8 | 11 | 8 | 7 | - | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 8 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 45 to 50. | Reflex Glass Pace | 9.0m | $6,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr5 | - | $3.30 | 124 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (58.7, 29.8) | Return Serve | Captains Rush HD | Our Cheeky Devil 4.0m |
| 2/10 | 4 Nov 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | 0-1 WIN | Shrc Facebook Abbey & Abby | HFNK | $6,000 | Nathan Jack | Sr1 | - | $1.95 | 6 days ago | - | 1:59.2 (59.1, 29.4) | Postit Lafite | Uncle Trev HFNK | Onyx NK |
| 2/8 | 29 Oct 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | 0-1 WIN | Dunstalls Superstores Pace | HD | $6,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr4 | - | $15.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (57.2, 29.1) | The Postmaster | Uncle Trev HD | Go Easy on Me 15.9m |
| 2/9 | 21 Oct 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 48 to 53. | Hygain Marketing Pace | 1.2m | $6,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr3 | - | $18.00 | 70 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (57.2, 28.7) | Sharp Interest | Uncle Trev 1.2m | Soho Playgirl 4.2m |
| 6/8 | 12 Aug 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR up to 55. | Munro & Associates 3yo | 7.4m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr6 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (56.2, 28.4) | Owen the Saints | Savon De Roche 1.3m | King Saint 4.3m |
| 3/8 | 5 Aug 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR up to 55. | O'Connors Case Ih 3yo Pace | 9.8m | $6,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr5 | - | $12.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (58.0, 28.7) | Ollies the Boss | Final Promise 8.8m | Uncle Trev 1.1m |
| 4/8 | 29 Jul 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | 0-1 WIN | Neatline Homes Pace | 11.6m | $6,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr2 | - | $9.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (57.5, 28.7) | Tivoli | Owen the Saints 4.6m | Loyola Spiaggia 5.2m |
| 7/9 | 22 Jul 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 55. | Cottrells Electrical 3yo | 18.3m | $6,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr5 | - | $9.00 | 62 days ago | - | 2:00.2 (58.4, 28.1) | Zenario | Mcwizard 2.2m | Turbo Jay HFNK |
| 8/8 | 21 May 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | 0-2 WINS | Revolve Print 3yo Pace | 28.9m | $6,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr3 | - | $3.50 | 455 days ago | - | 1:59.3 (55.9, 27.7) | King Saint | Wicked Mitzi 6.9m | Big Rig Saint 6.2m |
| 1/7 | 21 Feb 2024 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | - | Garrards Horse & Hound 2yo | - | $7,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr4 | - | $1.85 | - | - | 1:59.4 (59.4, 29.8) | Uncle Trev | Bolt of Cobargo 10.5m | Platinums Boy 39.0m |
Sire
Art Major USA
Dam
Sweet Aces
Trained at
Kialla
Colours
White, Red Braces, Dark Blue Sleeves
Owners
J G (Jeffrey) Stratton
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Jack | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W R Potter | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: James Herbertson
T: S J O'Donoghue
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
American Ideal USA - Jilliby Ellie (Artsplace (US))
Best MR
1:55.7MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.9MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Lugging Pole N/S, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind
Today's Stats
Track
2-2-0-0
Distance
1-1-0-0
Track & Distance
1-1-0-0
Last Season
2-2-0-0
This Season
4-1-0-0
Career
11-3-3-0
Prize Money
$26,510
Win Range
1690 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
47x11x1866
Last Run
10 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 11-3-3-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 2-1-1-0 | 2-2-0-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 4-1-0-0 | 2-2-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 27% | 100% | 50% | 100% | 100% | 25% | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 55% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 25% | 100% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 1 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 4 Apr 2026 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 58. | Harness Breeders Nsw Sapph | 16.9m | $9,792 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr6 | - | $2.70 | 50 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (55.9, 27.8) | Gem N Em NZ | Alwaysthewildest 10.8m | Pirani Princess HFNK |
| 6/10 | 13 Feb 2026 | Albury | 1770m | - | NR up to 60. | Ss&a Albury Locker Room | 10.0m | $14,280 | Abby Sanderson | Fr1 | - | $5.50 | 29 days ago | - | 1:57.7 (57.6, 28.9) | Usyk | Onthadarkside 2.5m | Sports Narrator 4.8m |
| 8/10 | 15 Jan 2026 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 56 to 62. | Mc Labour Pace | 13.6m | $7,000 | Abby Sanderson | Fr2 | - | $1.40 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (58.8, 29.9) | Kia Ora Beauty | Hittheroadjack NZ 5.3m | Galaxy Lass 1.3m |
| 1/10 | 1 Jan 2026 | Leeton | 1758m | - | NR up to 65. | Kriden Park Invitational L | - | $14,994 | Taylah Osmond | Fr2 | - | $1.90 | 184 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (58.5, 28.4) | Jilliby Illusion | Ellava Pacer 12.7m | Tizzy Lizzie 1.9m |
| 1/8 | 1 Jul 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | 0-1 WIN | Thank You Dave Bartley | - | $6,000 | Abby Sanderson | Fr5 | - | $1.65 | 42 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (56.9, 28.7) | Jilliby Illusion | Emjay Jazz 11.5m | Stay Alpha HD |
| 1/11 | 20 May 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | MAIDEN | Avenel Equine Hospital | - | $6,000 | Abby Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $1.50 | 144 days ago | - | 1:59.9 (59.4, 29.5) | Jilliby Illusion | Princess Arna 9.9m | Emjay Jazz 8.6m |
| 7/8 | 27 Dec 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | No NR. | Alabar Vicbred Homegrown | 29.2m | $25,000 | Abby Sanderson | Fr3 | - | $34.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:52.2 (55.6, 28.0) | Beat Sweet | Tough Shaz 7.8m | Ultimate Joy 1.4m |
| 4/8 | 19 Dec 2024 | Balarat | 1710m | - | No NR. | Apco - We'Ve Got You Pace | 7.4m | $8,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr1 | - | $10.00 | 29 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (57.3, 27.0) | Tough Shaz | Ultimate Joy 2.7m | Beat Sweet 4.5m |
| 2/8 | 20 Nov 2024 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | MAIDEN | Strath Hill Butcher 3yo | 4.0m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr1 | - | $1.14 | 13 days ago | - | 1:55.7 (56.1, 27.7) | Nice One Centurion | Jilliby Illusion 4.0m | My Kgari 8.2m |
| 2/10 | 7 Nov 2024 | Yar Val | 1650m | - | MAIDEN | Ridgeline Glass & Glazing | 6.0m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $1.33 | - | - | 1:54.9 (57.9, 28.7) | Havadash Joh | Jilliby Illusion 6.0m | Another Puddin 10.2m |
Sire
American Ideal USA
Dam
Jilliby Ellie
Trained at
Kialla
Colours
White, Orange Diamond & Sleeves
Owners
C J (Corey) O'Donoghue
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S J O'Donoghue | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
3 years old
Sex
Bay/Brown - Gelding
Breeding
Ultimate Sniper NZ - Itz Queenofbroadway NZ (American Ideal USA)
Best MR
1:56.2MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Bell, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Shadow Roll, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
4-0-0-1
Distance
2-0-0-1
Track & Distance
2-0-0-1
Last Season
7-1-2-0
This Season
3-0-0-1
Career
10-1-2-1
Prize Money
$15,789
Win Range
1690
Last 10 Starts
x15422x939
Last Run
37 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 10-1-2-1 | 2-0-0-1 | 2-0-0-1 | 4-0-0-1 | 2-0-0-1 | 3-0-0-1 | 7-1-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 10% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 14% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 40% | 50% | 50% | 25% | 50% | 33% | 43% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 11 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 8 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/11 | 8 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 51. | Pace Final | 31.1m | $8,000 | Leigh Sutton | Fr2 | - | $6.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (56.5, 28.7) | Blackjack Whacko | Lord Verde NZ HD | Krakey 14.5m |
| 3/8 | 3 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 51. | Shrc Bistro Pace | 8.6m | $6,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr6 | - | $5.50 | 18 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (58.7, 29.6) | Blackjack Whacko | Luverboy 1.5m | Floppa 7.1m |
| 9/9 | 13 Feb 2026 | Albury | 1770m | - | NR up to 52. | Travla Australian Lager | 124.4m | $12,240 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr6 | - | $19.00 | 63 days ago | - | 1:58.7 (58.4, 30.0) | Beach Delight | Jilliby Ryder NK | Emerging Deal 1.4m |
| 2/7 | 12 Dec 2025 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 57. | The Tab App | 5.7m | $9,792 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr5 | - | $4.40 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (54.7, 26.1) | Neptunite | Floppa 5.7m | Emerging Deal HD |
| 2/10 | 5 Dec 2025 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 48. | Yirribee Stud | HD | $9,792 | Shane Hallcroft | Fr4 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (56.2, 27.3) | Ultimate Gladiator NZ | Floppa HD | Cee Whos Bettor NZ NK |
| 4/8 | 28 Nov 2025 | Riverin | 1740m | - | 2 WINs | Atworthy Park | 15.8m | $9,792 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr6 | - | $14.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:53.4 (57.1, 28.6) | Neptunite | Im No Trouble 7.0m | Emerging Deal 3.4m |
| 5/12 | 18 Nov 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | 0-1 WIN | Tip N Go New Shrc Sponsor | 12.0m | $6,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Sr3 | - | $2.30 | 12 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (58.3, 29.4) | Go Easy on Me | Orsino Belle 2.1m | Red Shores 3.8m |
| 1/8 | 6 Nov 2025 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | MAIDEN | J & A Mazzetti Painting | - | $6,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr6 | - | $7.00 | 99 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (58.2, 29.4) | Floppa | Siargao Island HFHD | The Golden Hook 6.3m |
| 6/8 | 30 Jul 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | MAIDEN | Alabar Bloodstock 2yo Pace | 9.2m | $6,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr5 | - | $9.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (57.4, 28.2) | Island Yankee | Amada Villma 3.0m | Tryx Vixen 1.4m |
| 5/9 | 22 Jul 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | MAIDEN | Vhrc Benstud Standardbreds | 17.3m | $6,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr4 | - | $13.00 | - | - | 1:58.7 (58.3, 27.9) | Caties Son | Shez Chanel NK | Ginger Ella 6.5m |
Sire
Ultimate Sniper NZ
Dam
Itz Queenofbroadway NZ
Trained at
Kialla
Colours
Turquoise, Black Diamonds, Striped Sleeves With White Diamonds
Owners
W R (Wayne) Potter
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tasmyn Potter | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W R Potter | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Breeding
Ultimate Machete NZ - Saviour Clare (Art Major USA)
Best MR
1:55.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:58.2MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Length 57
Today's Stats
Track
7-1-1-1
Distance
2-0-0-1
Track & Distance
2-0-0-1
Last Season
18-2-4-2
This Season
7-2-0-0
Career
37-5-4-5
Prize Money
$42,858
Win Range
1690 - 2180
Last 10 Starts
8356056101
Last Run
11 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 37-5-4-5 | 2-0-0-1 | 18-2-1-3 | 7-1-1-1 | 2-0-0-1 | 7-2-0-0 | 18-2-4-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 14% | 0% | 11% | 14% | 0% | 29% | 11% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 38% | 50% | 33% | 43% | 50% | 29% | 44% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 3 Apr 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Mark Gurry & Associates | - | $6,000 | David Miles | Fr4 | - | $4.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.9 (57.5, 29.3) | Evileye | The Villain 1.8m | Just Incredible HFNK |
| 11/11 | 20 Mar 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Hygain Edge Pace | 338.0m | $6,000 | David Miles | Fr5 | - | $9.00 | 17 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (57.2, 28.5) | Kiss Me Mini NZ | Pistol Pearce 3.0m | Good Day 6.9m |
| 1/10 | 3 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR up to 50. | Murrayfnl 2026 Mares Pace | - | $6,000 | David Miles | Sr1 | - | $5.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (58.3, 30.1) | Evileye | Shazza Love HFNK | Clives Girl 1.3m |
| 6/9 | 22 Feb 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 48 to 53. | Mark Gurry&associates Pace | 39.6m | $6,000 | Josh Duggan | Sr2 | - | $10.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (60.9, 32.0) | Caledonian Ranger | Pistol Pearce 2.8m | The Villain 15.3m |
| 5/10 | 12 Feb 2026 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR up to 50. | Coulter Legal Pace | 15.3m | $6,000 | David Miles | Sr1 | - | $9.50 | 21 days ago | - | 2:00.0 (58.0, 30.0) | Always a Showgirl | Binalong Mate HFHD | Wazowski 7.3m |
| 10/10 | 22 Jan 2026 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR up to 52. | Broadsted Kilmore Pace | 139.0m | $6,000 | Michael Bellman | Sr1 | - | $8.50 | 12 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (58.2, 29.9) | Interpretation | Wazowski 1.1m | Divine Tilly 2.8m |
| 6/6 | 10 Jan 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 55. | Bendigo Ski Boat Centre | 71.4m | $8,000 | David Miles | Sr1 | - | $8.50 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (57.7, 28.9) | Emma Rox | Indi Party Mood 1.3m | Keayang Omar HFNK |
| 5/10 | 31 Dec 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 55. | Hylands Young Gun Series | 5.8m | $8,000 | Liam Older | Fr4 | - | $5.50 | 35 days ago | - | 1:56.2 (58.0, 29.4) | Our Roku | Im Butter Blue 1.5m | Heavens Gift 2.9m |
| 3/6 | 26 Nov 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | No NR. | Apg Vicbred Super Series | 20.0m | $6,000 | David Miles | Fr4 | - | $2.40 | 6 days ago | - | 1:58.9 (56.5, 28.7) | Keayang Lexi | Quick Crunch 16.1m | Evileye 3.9m |
| 8/10 | 20 Nov 2025 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Cooke & Foley Pace | 18.3m | $6,000 | David Miles | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | - | - | 1:58.2 (56.5, 27.4) | Montana Pride | Rockin Bull 4.8m | Davolas Legacy NZ 1.5m |
Sire
Ultimate Machete NZ
Dam
Saviour Clare
Trained at
Monegeetta
Colours
Yellow, Red Band, Red & Yellow Striped Sleeves
Owners
L J Miles, P F Blanch, B J Blanch, B M Hargreaves, D J Young, D Aiken, K Dawes
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Miles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D M Miles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Betting Line USA - Glenferrie Shuffle NZ (Art Major USA)
Best MR
1:56.5MS
Dist Best MR
2:01.0MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Pulling, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Deafeners - Hood, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
13-1-2-2
Distance
4-0-0-1
Track & Distance
4-0-0-1
Last Season
17-1-1-3
This Season
3-0-1-0
Career
50-6-7-8
Prize Money
$54,446
Win Range
1660 - 2160
Last 10 Starts
434x8320x6
Last Run
9 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 50-6-7-8 | 4-0-0-1 | 15-1-0-2 | 13-1-2-2 | 4-0-0-1 | 3-0-1-0 | 17-1-1-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 12% | 0% | 7% | 8% | 0% | 0% | 6% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 42% | 25% | 20% | 38% | 25% | 33% | 29% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 9 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 10 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 5 Apr 2026 | Echuca | 1755m | - | NR 51 to 55. | Moama Bowling Club Pace | 13.1m | $6,000 | Leigh Sutton | Sr1 | - | $13.00 | 78 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (58.5, 28.9) | Reign Em in | Hellovatime 1.8m | Animado 5.0m |
| 10/12 | 17 Jan 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR up to 55. | 1260am Sen Gv Regional | 21.7m | $12,000 | Leigh Sutton | Sr5 | - | $61.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.3, 29.1) | Intrusion | Lilstrepo NK | Skyfall Benchmark 1.9m |
| 2/11 | 1 Jan 2026 | Echuca | 1755m | - | NR up to 55. | Frank & Carmel Ryan Pace | 4.0m | $6,000 | Leigh Sutton | Sr5 | - | $26.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (58.9, 29.4) | Specta | Line Dance 4.0m | Brave Art NK |
| 3/9 | 23 Dec 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 55 to 64. | Leneva Park Thoroughbreds | 3.5m | $7,000 | Abbey Turnbull | Fr1 | - | $81.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (59.8, 30.7) | Big Sledge Hammer | Bulldog Khan HFHD | Line Dance 3.4m |
| 8/9 | 14 Dec 2025 | Gnbower | 2030m | - | NR 55 to 64. | M.v.p. Feeds Cohuna Pace | 37.4m | $8,000 | Louis Emerson | Fr2 | - | $151.00 | 96 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (57.9, 29.4) | Telemachus | New Yorker HFNK | Soho Playgirl 1.7m |
| 4/7 | 9 Sep 2025 | Echuca | 2160m | - | NR 52 to 58. | Moama Bowling Club Pace | 32.1m | $6,000 | Chris Alford | Sr2 | - | $7.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (58.3, 28.9) | Starzinhereyes | Karuma Kev 2.1m | Mcwizard 6.0m |
| 3/8 | 26 Aug 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 55 to 60. | Saddleworld Shepparton | 13.8m | $7,000 | Chris Alford | Fr1 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (58.5, 28.8) | Herakles | Cheerstolou 9.4m | Line Dance 4.4m |
| 4/10 | 19 Aug 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 52 to 58. | Munro & Assoc Conveyancing | 4.0m | $6,000 | Louis Emerson | Fr2 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (57.5, 28.7) | High Flux | Tooram Cee Cee 2.9m | Ruby Wingate HFHD |
| 10/10 | 12 Aug 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 55 to 60. | J & A Mazzetti Painting | 28.8m | $7,000 | Cameron Maggs | Fr3 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.8 (56.4, 28.1) | Soap and Bubbles | Centofellie 2.1m | Soho Darknstormy 7.6m |
| 5/8 | 5 Aug 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 56 to 62. | Wager Wednesday Shrc Pace | 27.5m | $7,000 | Chris Alford | Fr3 | - | $23.00 | - | - | 1:57.6 (58.2, 29.8) | Ideal Moth | Soap and Bubbles 6.5m | Stag Party NZ 3.6m |
Sire
Betting Line USA
Dam
Glenferrie Shuffle NZ
Trained at
Echuca
Colours
Pink, Green Sleeves
Owners
M McKenner, WA McKenner
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh Sutton | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F G McKenner | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Sweet Lou USA - Daniela Hantuchova NZ (Christian Cullen NZ)
Best MR
1:59.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.5MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Headcheck - None, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 56, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tongue Tie - Visible, Whip, Reins - Conventional
Today's Stats
Track
1-1-0-0
Distance
1-1-0-0
Track & Distance
1-1-0-0
Last Season
14-1-2-0
This Season
9-3-0-0
Career
41-6-6-2
Prize Money
$42,049
Win Range
1635 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
9751818155
Last Run
9 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 41-6-6-2 | 1-1-0-0 | 6-1-2-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 1-1-0-0 | 9-3-0-0 | 14-1-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 100% | 17% | 100% | 100% | 33% | 7% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 34% | 100% | 50% | 100% | 100% | 33% | 21% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 10 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 5 Apr 2026 | Echuca | 1755m | - | NR 51 to 55. | Moama Bowling Club Pace | 11.5m | $6,000 | Casey Leijen | Fr4 | - | $51.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (58.5, 28.9) | Reign Em in | Hellovatime 1.8m | Animado 5.0m |
| 5/10 | 26 Mar 2026 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 50 to 53. | Jc Windows Pace | 4.7m | $6,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr2 | - | $5.50 | 18 days ago | - | 1:59.8 (58.5, 30.3) | Percession | My Ultimate Luigi NZ 1.8m | Indi Party Mood NK |
| 1/7 | 8 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 45 to 50. | Reflex Glass Pace | - | $6,000 | Rebecca Bartley | Fr6 | - | $6.50 | 19 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (58.7, 29.8) | Return Serve | Captains Rush HD | Our Cheeky Devil 4.0m |
| 8/10 | 17 Feb 2026 | Young | 1720m | - | NR up to 52. | Trimech | 19.8m | $6,936 | Lochie Painting | Fr4 | - | $31.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (59.1, 30.3) | Pencil Me in | Shes Got a Reason HFHD | Alwaysatthebeach 1.4m |
| 1/8 | 10 Feb 2026 | Temora | 1635m | - | NR 44 to 48. | Davies Automotive Pace | - | $6,936 | Lochie Painting | Fr4 | - | $34.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:59.7 (61.4, 31.1) | Return Serve | Racing Writer 2.7m | Im Belieber 12.7m |
| 8/9 | 2 Feb 2026 | Riverin | 2270m | - | NR up to 48. | Yirribee Stud | 27.0m | $6,936 | Lochie Painting | Fr3 | - | $41.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (57.0, 29.0) | Jilliby Ryder | Bulletin 1.2m | Lady of Hope SHFHD |
| 1/10 | 19 Jan 2026 | Junee | 1760m | - | NR 42 to 45. | Nutrien Equine | - | $6,936 | Jackson Painting | Fr4 | - | $9.50 | 9 days ago | - | 2:02.0 (61.1, 30.5) | Return Serve | Sergeant Stringer 1.1m | Jilliby Saffron 4.5m |
| 5/8 | 10 Jan 2026 | Temora | 2000m | - | NR up to 47. | Jbs Pork Australia Pace | 15.6m | $6,936 | Mikayla Towers | Fr4 | - | $23.00 | 9 days ago | - | 2:03.3 (58.8, 28.2) | Valentini | Arklow 10.1m | Jilliby Saffron 1.0m |
| 7/10 | 1 Jan 2026 | Leeton | 1758m | - | NR up to 45. | Hotel Leeton Last Lap Lott | 23.9m | $6,936 | Lochie Painting | Fr6 | - | $51.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (60.4, 29.8) | Valentini | Our Ultimate Bonny HFHD | Blues Terror 6.8m |
| 9/9 | 16 Dec 2025 | Albury | 1770m | - | NR 44 to 47. | Ken Gregory Memorial | 85.2m | $6,936 | Lochie Painting | Fr6 | - | $61.00 | - | - | 1:57.5 (59.1, 30.9) | Carmen on Bling | Highview Hammer 6.3m | Barwen Storm 8.6m |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Daniela Hantuchova NZ
Trained at
Kyabram
Colours
Royal Blue & White, Pink Band & Cuffs, White & Pink Stars
Owners
C L (Casey) Leijen
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damian Wilson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C L Leijen | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Hes Watching USA - Just Look at Me (Bettors Delight USA)
Best MR
1:56.1MS
Dist Best MR
1:58.7MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Hood, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein O/S, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
27-6-4-1
Distance
18-1-1-0
Track & Distance
11-1-0-0
Last Season
30-2-2-5
This Season
8-1-2-0
Career
78-11-7-11
Prize Money
$61,769
Win Range
1690 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
7x58262140
Last Run
9 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 78-11-7-11 | 18-1-1-0 | 31-3-2-1 | 27-6-4-1 | 11-1-0-0 | 8-1-2-0 | 30-2-2-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 14% | 6% | 10% | 22% | 9% | 13% | 7% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 37% | 11% | 19% | 41% | 9% | 38% | 30% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 10 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 7 | 9 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 5 Apr 2026 | Echuca | 1755m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Byford Equipment Cup | 37.0m | $8,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $8.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (56.0, 27.9) | Maas Betting Again | Sports Narrator 1.6m | Lilstrepo 18.5m |
| 4/10 | 31 Mar 2026 | Swanhil | 1750m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Rich River Golf Club Pace | 3.1m | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Fr4 | - | $4.80 | 21 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (56.5, 28.9) | Ideal Bandit | Our Art Work 1.6m | Inside Leg 1.1m |
| 1/6 | 10 Mar 2026 | Echuca | 1755m | - | NR 55 to 59. | Moama Bowling Club Pace | - | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Fr1 | - | $1.55 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (58.0, 28.9) | Eye See Philtra | Soho Playgirl HD | Feel the Reign 11.6m |
| 2/10 | 3 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Murrary Football Pace | 4.9m | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr4 | - | $2.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (57.3, 28.9) | Katunga Express | Eye See Philtra 4.9m | Shezaglamourgirl 5.4m |
| 6/9 | 20 Feb 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Support Teal Pace | 13.5m | $7,000 | Sean O'sullivan | Fr2 | - | $13.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (56.9, 28.4) | Intrusion | Lewielewis 3.1m | I of the Hurrikane 2.2m |
| 2/8 | 10 Feb 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 52 to 56. | J & A Mazzetti Painting | 1.1m | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $1.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (58.1, 28.7) | Good Tobe Locksley | Eye See Philtra 1.1m | Fear the Power 6.9m |
| 8/12 | 3 Feb 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Vale Greg Norman Pace | 14.1m | $6,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr2 | - | $18.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (57.7, 28.8) | Interpretation | Animado 1.4m | Skyfall Benchmark 4.3m |
| 5/11 | 13 Jan 2026 | Swanhil | 1750m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Holt'S Mitsubishi Pace | 7.1m | $7,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr2 | - | $31.00 | 105 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (57.7, 29.5) | Miki B NZ | Foxy Two Gloves 1.0m | Clear Left NZ HD |
| 7/8 | 30 Sep 2025 | Mildura | 1790m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Mcdonalds Irymple Pace | 18.2m | $7,000 | Nathan Jack | Fr4 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (59.0, 29.9) | Kialla Kid | Avoca Blues HFHD | My Ultimate Jimmy NZ 5.1m |
| 7/9 | 23 Sep 2025 | Mildura | 1790m | - | NR 60 to 80. | Mcdonalds Irymple Mildura | 12.9m | $8,000 | Brent Murphy | Fr2 | - | $61.00 | - | - | 1:58.4 (58.5, 30.3) | Cemetery Bay | Prioritise NK | Ozzie Corka HD |
Sire
Hes Watching USA
Dam
Just Look at Me
Trained at
Tongala
Colours
Black, Grey Sleeves
Owners
S M Gloury, C Cadan, J Cadan, G Brown, N Brown, F Morris, M D Todd, A Todd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taylor Youl | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S M Hunter | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Brown - Mare
Breeding
Yankee Rockstar - U R Whatu Eat NZ (Frugal Gourmet USA)
Best MR
1:56.2MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.2MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Rubber, Blinkers - Block, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Crupper, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Whip
Today's Stats
Track
32-2-6-3
Distance
14-0-3-3
Track & Distance
14-0-3-3
Last Season
29-5-6-1
This Season
7-1-1-1
Career
54-7-10-4
Prize Money
$46,597
Win Range
1650 - 2160
Last 10 Starts
5219683821
Last Run
9 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 54-7-10-4 | 14-0-3-3 | 21-2-4-3 | 32-2-6-3 | 14-0-3-3 | 7-1-1-1 | 29-5-6-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 0% | 10% | 6% | 0% | 14% | 17% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 39% | 43% | 43% | 34% | 43% | 43% | 41% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 5 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 5 Apr 2026 | Echuca | 2160m | - | NR 45 to 50. | Alabar Bloodstock Pace | - | $6,000 | Donna Castles | Fr2 | - | $2.90 | 19 days ago | - | 1:59.2 (58.4, 29.3) | Mussel Shoals | Eagle Major 4.2m | Line Up Jacquie 7.0m |
| 2/10 | 17 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 47 to 50. | Celebrating Kath Muir Pace | HFHD | $6,000 | Donna Castles | Fr4 | - | $3.40 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (57.7, 28.8) | Roam | Mussel Shoals HD | Highview Hammer 2.4m |
| 8/11 | 8 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 51. | Pace Final | 29.5m | $8,000 | Donna Castles | Sr2 | - | $19.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (56.5, 28.7) | Blackjack Whacko | Lord Verde NZ HD | Krakey 14.5m |
| 3/8 | 3 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 51. | Murrayfnl Or Pace | 5.1m | $6,000 | Donna Castles | Fr6 | - | $8.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:59.9 (58.3, 30.1) | Sumthin Else | Krakey NK | Mussel Shoals 4.1m |
| 8/10 | 20 Feb 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR up to 50. | Garrards Horse & Hound | 11.8m | $8,000 | Donna Castles | Fr6 | - | $9.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (57.8, 28.1) | Divine Tilly | Wicked Wizard 1.4m | Flying Sparks HFNK |
| 6/8 | 6 Feb 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Great Ocean Rd Real Estate | 15.2m | $6,000 | Donna Castles | Fr1 | - | $8.00 | 31 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (55.7, 27.6) | Michen Roy | Ollies Medal HD | Reign Em in 6.1m |
| 9/11 | 6 Jan 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR up to 55. | Squires Loft Sunbury Pace | 14.4m | $6,000 | Donna Castles | Fr4 | - | $10.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (58.4, 29.1) | My Lady Sarah | Champagne Walsh NK | Animado 2.3m |
| 1/10 | 16 Dec 2025 | Albury | 1770m | - | NR up to 50. | Hrnsw Guaranteed Ladyship | - | $6,936 | Donna Castles | Fr2 | - | $1.60 | 8 days ago | - | 1:58.9 (59.0, 30.0) | Mussel Shoals | Marlo Mareau 3.2m | Bettes Blue Violet 4.2m |
| 2/10 | 8 Dec 2025 | Charltn | 1609m | - | NR 46 to 50. | Cricket Club Hotel Pace | 1.6m | $6,000 | Donna Castles | Fr4 | - | $5.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (56.9, 28.2) | Wicked Mitzi | Mussel Shoals 1.6m | Kyrgios 10.6m |
| 5/12 | 25 Nov 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 40 to 45. | $5000 Dress To Impress | 3.8m | $4,000 | Doc Wilson | Sr4 | - | $23.00 | - | - | 1:58.3 (58.4, 28.9) | Final Bow | Tophut Johny 1.9m | Arraps 1.6m |
Sire
Yankee Rockstar
Dam
U R Whatu Eat NZ
Trained at
Ardmona
Colours
Dark Green, Dark Green & White Striped Sleeves
Owners
G B (Greg) Corbett
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donna Castles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D M Castles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Ryan Sanderson (a(C))
T: S J O'Donoghue
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Captaintreacherous (US) - Freedom Dancer USA (Artiscape USA)
Best MR
1:53.7MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Pole N/S, Hopples - Flat, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind
Today's Stats
Track
9-2-1-4
Distance
2-0-0-1
Track & Distance
2-0-0-1
Last Season
14-2-3-2
This Season
4-0-1-2
Career
53-8-10-11
Prize Money
$77,546
Win Range
1609 - 1730
Last 10 Starts
4422x13325
Last Run
30 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 53-8-10-11 | 2-0-0-1 | 12-0-3-2 | 9-2-1-4 | 2-0-0-1 | 4-0-1-2 | 14-2-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 0% | 0% | 22% | 0% | 0% | 14% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 55% | 50% | 42% | 78% | 50% | 75% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/11 | 15 Mar 2026 | Charltn | 1609m | - | NR up to 59. | Joe Thompson Pace Final | 7.7m | $12,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr5 | - | $7.50 | 11 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.2, 28.3) | Our Art Work | Cheers Poverty 1.4m | Telern Lofty 3.2m |
| 2/5 | 4 Mar 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR up to 59. | Ski Boat Centre Pace | 2.0m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr3 | - | $1.85 | 29 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (55.2, 28.4) | Telern Lofty | Skyfall Benchmark 2.0m | Kitsune 6.9m |
| 3/12 | 3 Feb 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Vale Greg Norman Pace | 5.7m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr5 | - | $1.65 | 17 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (57.7, 28.8) | Interpretation | Animado 1.4m | Skyfall Benchmark 4.3m |
| 3/12 | 17 Jan 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR up to 55. | 1260am Sen Gv Regional | 2.7m | $12,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $2.20 | 20 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.3, 29.1) | Intrusion | Lilstrepo NK | Skyfall Benchmark 1.9m |
| 1/8 | 28 Dec 2025 | Cobram | 1670m | - | NR up to 55. | Katamatite Fc Gvc Pace | - | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr2 | - | $3.80 | 82 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (55.9, 28.5) | Skyfall Benchmark | With in Reason 9.1m | Red Shores HFHD |
| 2/12 | 7 Oct 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 46 to 50. | Thx Mooroopna Volunteers | 1.7m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr3 | - | $1.90 | 12 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (58.5, 29.5) | Changeover Girl | Skyfall Benchmark 1.7m | Cresco Threepeat 4.6m |
| 2/7 | 25 Sep 2025 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR up to 50. | Mc Labour Pace | 1.3m | $8,000 | Corey O'donoghue | Fr6 | - | $5.00 | 8 days ago | - | 2:00.5 (58.0, 28.8) | Animado | Skyfall Benchmark 1.3m | Written in Silk HFHD |
| 4/10 | 17 Sep 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Soho Tribeca Pace | 12.5m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr1 | - | $5.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.2, 28.9) | Cee Cee Lou | Michen Roy 2.5m | Chirripo 5.0m |
| 4/10 | 10 Sep 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 48 to 55. | Revolve Print Pace | 14.6m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $9.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (57.7, 29.1) | Cee Cee Lou | Ziegfeld 3.6m | Animado 3.4m |
| 8/11 | 27 Aug 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 45 to 51. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 21.6m | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr1 | - | $6.00 | - | - | 1:57.8 (57.5, 29.5) | Karuma Kev | Madam Reactor 4.1m | The Blazinboots HFHD |
Sire
Captaintreacherous (US)
Dam
Freedom Dancer USA
Trained at
Kialla
Colours
Gold With Black Yoke & Braces & 3 Gold Stars, White Sleeves With 3 Gold Stars, Black Cuffs
Owners
Dacar Newcastle Pty Ltd
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Sanderson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S J O'Donoghue | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay/Brown - Gelding
Breeding
The Storm Inside - Maid for You Lombo (Sportswriter USA)
Best MR
1:54.8MS
Dist Best MR
1:59.8MS
Gear
Bit - Snaffle, Blinkers - Dolly Vardon, Boots - Knee, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Flat, Hopples - Length 58, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
3-1-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
17-3-6-1
This Season
1-0-0-0
Career
23-6-7-1
Prize Money
$76,337
Win Range
1660 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
22441217x9
Last Run
9 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 23-6-7-1 | 3-1-0-0 | 11-3-5-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 17-3-6-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 26% | 33% | 27% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 18% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 61% | 33% | 73% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 59% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/11 | 5 Apr 2026 | Echuca | 1755m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Byford Equipment Cup | 33.8m | $8,000 | Tayla French | Sr2 | - | $8.50 | 121 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (56.0, 27.9) | Maas Betting Again | Sports Narrator 1.6m | Lilstrepo 18.5m |
| 7/8 | 5 Dec 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Woodlands Stud Breeders | 25.3m | $10,000 | Tayla French | Fr4 | - | $31.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (54.9, 26.8) | Mac Bon | Soho the Real Deal 7.3m | To the Nines 6.4m |
| 1/10 | 26 Nov 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | No NR. | Apg Vicbred Super Series | - | $6,000 | Tayla French | Fr3 | - | $1.80 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.2 (56.9, 29.0) | Williams | Denver Man 1.6m | I Am on Therun NK |
| 2/8 | 19 Nov 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 57 to 64. | Apco Service Stations Pace | HD | $7,000 | Alex Ashwood | Fr2 | - | $3.20 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (57.5, 29.8) | Serene Rock | Williams HD | Triple Rock Saint NZ 1.7m |
| 1/11 | 9 Nov 2025 | St.Arnd | 1740m | - | NR 52 to 57. | Weir'S Iga St Arnaud Pace | - | $6,000 | Alex Ashwood | Fr2 | - | $1.90 | 19 days ago | - | 1:59.2 (59.5, 30.6) | Williams | Eastbro Kozzy 12.9m | Jilliby Kymy Lou NK |
| 4/10 | 21 Oct 2025 | Mildura | 2190m | - | No NR. | The Lister Family Guineas | 4.2m | $12,500 | Jack Laugher | Fr5 | - | $19.00 | 12 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (58.4, 29.2) | Zenario | Ruff Nut 1.2m | Miki B NZ HFHD |
| 4/10 | 9 Oct 2025 | Penrith | 1720m | - | NR up to 53. | Bird Yard Big Band @ The P | 15.2m | $9,792 | Joshua Gallagher | Fr4 | - | $11.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (55.7, 26.9) | Soho Gunslinger | Hellovatime 9.0m | Startin to Gogh 3.5m |
| 2/10 | 2 Oct 2025 | Penrith | 2125m | - | NR up to 52. | Bird Yard Big Band @ The P | HFHD | $9,792 | Cameron Hart | Sr4 | - | $2.60 | 8 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (58.0, 29.7) | Heavenly Reason | Williams HFHD | Hellovatime HFNK |
| 2/9 | 24 Sep 2025 | Bthurst | 2260m | - | NR up to 48. | Blueprint Signs | HD | $9,792 | Cameron Hart | Fr3 | - | $1.90 | 9 days ago | - | 1:59.4 (59.1, 29.9) | Special Spin | Williams HD | Tearin Up the Sand 2.8m |
| 5/10 | 15 Sep 2025 | Stawell | 1785m | - | 0-2 WINS | Gateway Security Pace | 3.0m | $6,000 | Tayla French | Sr3 | - | $2.50 | - | - | 1:58.2 (59.1, 29.4) | Rocknroll Willow | Tellmeboutit 1.3m | Shadowlandz HD |
Sire
The Storm Inside
Dam
Maid for You Lombo
Trained at
Patrick Estate
Colours
Blue, White Yoke & Braces, Blue Diamonds, Blue Sleeves, Red Collar, White Cuffs & Waistband
Owners
T J (Terry) French
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abby Sanderson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A M Ashwood | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Breeding
Four Starzzz Shark CA - Lifes Destiny (Life Sign USA)
Best MR
1:54.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.3MS
Gear
Bit - Lugging, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Hopples - Half, Hopples - Length 58
Today's Stats
Track
9-1-2-2
Distance
5-1-1-1
Track & Distance
5-1-1-1
Last Season
10-0-3-2
This Season
4-0-2-0
Career
57-9-11-6
Prize Money
$90,140
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
240x0x2208
Last Run
16 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 57-9-11-6 | 5-1-1-1 | 28-5-5-2 | 9-1-2-2 | 5-1-1-1 | 4-0-2-0 | 10-0-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 20% | 18% | 11% | 20% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 46% | 60% | 43% | 56% | 60% | 50% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 29 Mar 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Pace | 12.9m | $7,000 | Nick Beale | Fr7 | - | $8.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (56.7, 28.6) | Pistol Pearce | Mikispur HFNK | Ruby Wingate 4.4m |
| 11/11 | 21 Mar 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hip Pocket Castlemaine Nmw | 47.8m | $15,000 | David Miles | Fr2 | - | $19.00 | 18 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (57.1, 28.6) | Fire Marshall | Sea Fury NZ 1.6m | Written in Silk 11.6m |
| 2/7 | 3 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Kevin Hicks Pace | HD | $7,000 | David Miles | Fr4 | - | $1.75 | 9 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (57.4, 29.6) | Intrusion | Starzzz Destiny HD | Good Tobe Locksley NK |
| 2/10 | 22 Feb 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 54 to 59. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Pace | 2.5m | $6,000 | Nick Beale | Sr2 | - | $8.50 | 85 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (57.1, 29.2) | Wild Card NZ | Starzzz Destiny 2.5m | Auckland Red 4.7m |
| 12/12 | 29 Nov 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Swift Signs Pace | 17.2m | $15,000 | David Miles | Fr7 | - | $34.00 | 231 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (56.5, 27.6) | Ata Rangi | Amphijet HFNK | Celestial Zodiac 1.9m |
| 11/11 | 12 Apr 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Irt Pace | 39.1m | $10,000 | David Miles | Fr7 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.4 (55.6, 27.6) | Poppy Wah Wah | Our Saydie Kay 4.4m | Ata Rangi 5.2m |
| 4/10 | 5 Apr 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 10.3m | $10,000 | David Miles | Fr6 | - | $8.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (57.1, 28.5) | Big Bad Ossie | Kwick Sand HD | Luva Scrap 5.8m |
| 2/12 | 26 Mar 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Forty Winks Pace | NK | $7,000 | David Miles | Sr2 | - | $3.70 | 18 days ago | - | 1:52.5 (56.9, 28.1) | Good Tobe Locksley | Starzzz Destiny NK | Mister Jimaringle 3.6m |
| 5/9 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Nevele R Stud Pace | 6.9m | $15,000 | John Caldow | Fr5 | - | $19.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (57.2, 29.3) | Alot Like Louie | Stormy Woods HFHD | Wotdidusaaay 1.9m |
| 2/9 | 25 Feb 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 55 to 64. | Cottrell Electrical Pace | 2.9m | $8,000 | David Miles | Fr7 | - | $16.00 | - | - | 1:53.7 (57.1, 29.0) | Calexico | Starzzz Destiny 2.9m | Maas Betting Again 6.7m |
Sire
Four Starzzz Shark CA
Dam
Lifes Destiny
Trained at
Tamborine
Colours
Yellow, Red Band, Red & Yellow Hooped Sleeves
Owners
L J Miles, T P Webb, P F Blanch, Holzberger Racing, J A Roach, C H Scott
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Beale | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D M Miles | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)
Age
8 years old
Sex
Brown - Mare
Breeding
Union Guy USA - Alberts Belle (Albert Albert USA)
Best MR
1:54.4MS
Dist Best MR
1:57.2MS
Gear
Bit - Headcheck, Bit - Snaffle, Boots - Knee, Boots - Shin/Tendon, Burr - Rein N/S, Crupper, Deafeners - Removable, Headcheck - Fixed, Hopples - Round, Hopples - Length 57, Nose Band - Figure 8, Shoes - Front, Shoes - Hind, Tail Tie, Tongue Tie - Visible
Today's Stats
Track
12-1-0-2
Distance
10-1-1-0
Track & Distance
6-1-0-0
Last Season
37-7-1-7
This Season
14-0-1-1
Career
209-20-24-31
Prize Money
$206,675
Win Range
1609 - 2200
Last 10 Starts
0045558738
Last Run
10 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 209-20-24-31 | 10-1-1-0 | 109-7-14-21 | 12-1-0-2 | 6-1-0-0 | 14-0-1-1 | 37-7-1-7 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 10% | 10% | 6% | 8% | 17% | 0% | 19% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 36% | 20% | 39% | 25% | 17% | 14% | 41% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/9 | 4 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 58 to 66. | Lamaros Hotel Pace | 26.2m | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $31.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (55.6, 26.6) | Cardigan Dan | Lou Will NZ 14.6m | Tallaras Shadow SHFHD |
| 3/8 | 29 Mar 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Pace | 5.0m | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $9.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (56.7, 28.6) | Pistol Pearce | Mikispur HFNK | Ruby Wingate 4.4m |
| 7/8 | 19 Mar 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 58 to 67. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 23.3m | $7,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr1 | - | $51.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:58.8 (56.4, 27.5) | Heatseeker | Lambro Mach 7.6m | Where is Woody 6.0m |
| 8/8 | 14 Mar 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 80. | Irt Ian Daff Memorial Pace | 11.4m | $15,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr4 | - | $34.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (57.3, 28.9) | Le Belle Bijoux | Delightful Charm 1.3m | Jazzy Melea NK |
| 5/10 | 8 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 65. | Wangaratta Pacing Cup | 15.3m | $12,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr3 | - | $31.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (58.6, 30.4) | Sea Fury NZ | With in Reason HD | Fire Marshall 8.0m |
| 5/7 | 3 Mar 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Kevin Hicks Pace | 5.6m | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $8.50 | 9 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (57.4, 29.6) | Intrusion | Starzzz Destiny HD | Good Tobe Locksley NK |
| 5/10 | 22 Feb 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 54 to 59. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Pace | 14.2m | $6,000 | Alex Ashwood | Sr3 | - | $3.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (57.1, 29.2) | Wild Card NZ | Starzzz Destiny 2.5m | Auckland Red 4.7m |
| 4/7 | 13 Feb 2026 | Terang | 2180m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Terang Self-Storage Pace | 8.3m | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $12.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (56.6, 27.3) | Keayang Wasabi | Eastbro Chrissy 2.1m | The Devils Flame 5.6m |
| 11/12 | 5 Feb 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Harwood Grains Pace | 26.6m | $7,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr5 | - | $15.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (56.7, 28.4) | Hittheroadjack NZ | Torque Power 3.8m | The Steel Dragon 2.9m |
| 10/10 | 29 Jan 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Harwood Grains Pace | 25.3m | $7,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr7 | - | $21.00 | - | - | 1:54.2 (56.6, 28.3) | Crusader Miss | Wild Bull NZ 4.3m | Galaxy Lass 1.9m |
Sire
Union Guy USA
Dam
Alberts Belle
Trained at
Allendale
Colours
Red, White Scorpion, White Sleeves, Red Armbands
Owners
A A (Adam) Stephens
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A A Stephens | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THUNDERFIRE (9) looks as though he’s trending in the direction of a very smart horse. He’s building a good record, and his first-up victory was a dashing display where he won effortlessly. He gets a nice trailing draw off a good speed for him to unleash his strong sprint late. SKYFALL BENCHMARK (5) is a quick beginner, and whilst there’s no guarantee he’ll find the front, with a sit his form is good enough. STARZZZ DESTINY (11) hasn’t had much luck with barrier draws lately, but he continues to run well and can trail into it late. MUSSEL SHOALS (3) is a fast beginner and last-start winner leading all the way; he’s just slightly up in grade. BACK: THUNDERFIRE (9) – 4 units (win)