Breeders Crown 3yo Noms Now Open Pace
8:11pm • 1720m • Mobile Start • Pacers • Sprint lane • 0W/15.0K stake • No age restrictions • $15,0008:11pm • 1720m • Mobile Start • Pacers • Sprint lane • 0W/15.0K stake • No age restrictions • $15,000
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Horse
Today's Stats
Track
6-1-1-0
Distance
4-0-1-0
Track & Distance
4-0-1-0
Last Season
7-1-1-1
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
11-3-2-1
Prize Money
$58,575
Win Range
1650 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
2235x1r58x
Last Run
399 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 11-3-2-1 | 4-0-1-0 | 9-2-2-1 | 6-1-1-0 | 4-0-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 7-1-1-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 27% | 0% | 22% | 17% | 0% | 0% | 14% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 55% | 25% | 56% | 33% | 25% | 0% | 43% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8 | 31 May 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 57 to 67. | Beraldo Coffee Pace | 14.3m | $10,000 | Mark Pitt | Sr1 | - | $11.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (56.0, 28.0) | Seathestars | My Ultimate Barney HD | Clear Left NZ 2.2m |
| 5/10 | 23 May 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 55 to 64. | Centre State Printing Pace | 9.8m | $7,000 | Mark Pitt | Sr4 | - | $3.50 | 30 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (55.8, 28.0) | Our Saydie Kay | Ata Rangi SHFHD | Soho Darknstormy HD |
| 0/8 | 23 Apr 2025 | Charltn | 1609m | - | NR 55 to 64. | Djaara Cup Pace | - | $7,000 | Mark Pitt | Sr1 | - | $2.60 | 27 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (56.5, 27.7) | Surfe La Mer | Victory George 6.7m | Didafull Oneeighty HD |
| 1/7 | 27 Mar 2025 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | 0-2 WINS | Broadstead Kilmore Pace | - | $6,000 | Allan Mcdonough | Sr2 | - | $1.15 | 61 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (57.9, 30.4) | Fairplay | Telern Lofty 1.5m | Apache Plume HFNK |
| 5/8 | 25 Jan 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | No NR. | Vhrc Caduceus 3yo Classic | 24.2m | $30,000 | Mark Pitt | Sr1 | - | $34.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:50.9 (54.9, 27.3) | Always Hot | Forty Love 6.4m | Soho the Real Deal 8.1m |
| 3/8 | 18 Jan 2025 | Balarat | 1710m | - | No NR. | Sweet Lou 3yo Pace | 1.5m | $15,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr7 | - | $3.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (56.3, 28.4) | Galaxy Lass | Soho the Real Deal 1.4m | Fairplay HFHD |
| 2/7 | 11 Jan 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | No NR. | Graham Head Memorial 3yo | HFHD | $15,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr2 | - | $1.80 | 42 days ago | - | 1:58.1 (56.6, 26.8) | Business in Heaven | Fairplay HFHD | Soho the Real Deal HD |
| 2/6 | 30 Nov 2024 | Melton | 1720m | - | No NR. | Benstud Youthful Stakes | 1.8m | $20,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr1 | - | $1.65 | 14 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (55.3, 26.4) | Hesitate | Fairplay 1.8m | Okanui Beach 1.4m |
| 9/12 | 16 Nov 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Irt Breeders Crown Final | 35.2m | $100,000 | Mark Pitt | Sr5 | - | $4.60 | 8 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (56.3, 27.5) | Mac Bon | Arsenio 1.4m | In an Ideal World 5.2m |
| 1/10 | 8 Nov 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Breeders Crown 2yo | - | $10,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr5 | - | $2.20 | - | - | 1:55.9 (55.4, 27.3) | Fairplay | Crocodile Socks 4.8m | Viney 1.4m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Illustrator
Trained at
Cardigan
Colours
Black, Cerise Seams, Black & Cerise Diamond Sleeves
Owners
B C Edward, V A Edward
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Pitt | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E J Stewart | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-0-0
Distance
0-0-0-0
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
10-4-2-0
This Season
5-2-1-1
Career
15-6-3-1
Prize Money
$42,986
Win Range
1690 - 1740
Last 10 Starts
1117x32171
Last Run
22 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 15-6-3-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 9-6-1-1 | 1-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 5-2-1-1 | 10-4-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 40% | 0% | 67% | 0% | 0% | 40% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 67% | 0% | 89% | 0% | 0% | 80% | 60% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | - | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/9 | 12 Jun 2026 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 65. | Woodlands Stud | - | $9,792 | Liam Older | Fr7 | - | $5.50 | 10 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (57.1, 28.0) | Hitch to His Star | Miki Loch HFNK | Our Rocky 2.1m |
| 7/7 | 2 Jun 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 57 to 67. | Gv Plaster Products Pace | 6.1m | $7,000 | Abbey Turnbull | Sr1 | - | $1.95 | 14 days ago | - | 2:00.4 (58.1, 29.2) | Herakles | Sharp Interest SHFHD | Interpretation SHFHD |
| 1/9 | 19 May 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 57 to 67. | Future Recycling Pace | - | $7,000 | Abbey Turnbull | Fr3 | - | $4.80 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (57.2, 29.0) | Hitch to His Star | Sea Fury NZ 4.5m | Yapper 4.3m |
| 2/8 | 12 May 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 56 to 66. | Sen Gv 1260am Pace | HD | $7,000 | Liam Older | Fr7 | - | $5.50 | 9 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (57.5, 29.6) | Blackjack Whacko | Hitch to His Star HD | Michen Roy 4.3m |
| 3/10 | 3 May 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Fuller Earthworks Pace | 11.1m | $6,000 | Ellen Tormey | Sr4 | - | $9.50 | 177 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (57.5, 29.1) | Ideal Bandit | Wild Card NZ 8.2m | Hitch to His Star 2.9m |
| 7/10 | 7 Nov 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Apg Vicbred Super Series | 24.4m | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr1 | - | $51.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (53.9, 26.9) | Sao Paulo Simba | Coastal Drive 2.8m | New Shuffle 2.0m |
| 1/9 | 24 Oct 2025 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 53. | Riverina Hotel | - | $9,792 | Brad Hewitt | Fr6 | - | $3.30 | 21 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (56.8, 27.6) | Hitch to His Star | Im Alrite 1.8m | Uncle Jay 2.8m |
| 1/9 | 3 Oct 2025 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 48. | Raging Bull NZ @ South Wes | - | $9,792 | Brad Hewitt | Fr7 | - | $2.70 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (56.5, 28.3) | Hitch to His Star | Jet to Heaven 3.9m | Maginot Line 1.7m |
| 1/8 | 26 Sep 2025 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 48. | Raging Bull NZ @ South Wes | - | $9,792 | Abbey Turnbull | Sr1 | - | $3.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.5 (56.2, 27.1) | Hitch to His Star | Krissy HFNK | Lewendon 1.6m |
| 5/7 | 16 Sep 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | 0-1 WIN | Crowbar Demolitions Pace | 13.9m | $6,000 | Abbey Turnbull | Fr2 | - | $8.50 | - | - | 1:59.5 (58.3, 29.0) | Assigned | Delightful Miki 1.4m | Rolinginthedeep 2.0m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Follow the Stars
Dam
Modern Hitch
Trained at
Tatura
Colours
Dark Blue, Red Diagonal Stripes, Hooped Sleeves
Owners
K L Maybanks, L G Poole
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Turnbull | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C A Turnbull | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
16-2-2-0
Distance
5-2-0-0
Track & Distance
5-2-0-0
Last Season
8-2-0-2
This Season
18-3-3-2
Career
30-7-4-4
Prize Money
$52,280
Win Range
1710 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
7405125135
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 | 30-7-4-4 | 5-2-0-0 | 11-4-1-2 | 16-2-2-0 | 5-2-0-0 | 18-3-3-2 | 8-2-0-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 23% | 40% | 36% | 13% | 40% | 17% | 25% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 50% | 40% | 64% | 25% | 40% | 44% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 2 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12 | 20 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Betavet Winter Series | 4.2m | $20,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $12.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.2, 28.4) | Major Blitz | Highlandhartbreaka 1.3m | Royal Appointment 1.4m |
| 3/9 | 11 Jun 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Winter Series Nmw Pace | 20.8m | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Fr7 | - | $3.70 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (55.6, 28.0) | Major Blitz | Keayang Payton 7.8m | The Steel Dragon 13.0m |
| 1/9 | 3 Jun 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Winter Series Pace | - | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Sr2 | - | $2.70 | 11 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (57.0, 28.6) | The Steel Dragon | Sportsbou HD | Gunforhire 4.0m |
| 5/11 | 23 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 8.8m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $9.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (57.0, 28.4) | Kartiare | All Blazing Guns HFNK | Heatseeker NK |
| 2/12 | 9 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Logical Staffing Solutions | 5.0m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $6.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.9 (56.2, 28.0) | Ideal Bandit | The Steel Dragon 5.0m | Dance Affair 3.3m |
| 1/7 | 2 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Happy 30th Birthday Jordie | - | $10,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr5 | - | $17.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (57.0, 28.1) | The Steel Dragon | Jaccka Connor NZ 1.5m | Scherger That HFHD |
| 5/9 | 25 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hygain Edge Pace | 11.9m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $7.50 | 15 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (57.3, 28.9) | Isolation | Lougle 5.2m | Luva Scrap 4.4m |
| 11/12 | 10 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 39.2m | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $34.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.1 (55.1, 27.2) | Cardigan Dan | Fearless Writer 26.5m | In an Ideal World HFHD |
| 4/8 | 4 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Garrards Horse & Hound | 13.3m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Sr2 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (56.8, 28.3) | Zanda Man | Intrusion 4.5m | Neatntidy 4.3m |
| 7/11 | 28 Mar 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Lamaros Hotel Pace | 18.7m | $15,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr6 | - | $51.00 | - | - | 1:53.3 (55.5, 27.6) | Tara Victory NZ | Mighty Jolt HD | Royal Appointment 4.1m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Fear the Dragon (US)
Dam
Miss Trickin Lombo
Trained at
Lexton
Colours
Light Blue, Ballarat Pressings Logo, White Sleeves, Royal Blue Collar, Waistband & Cuffs
Owners
K M (Keith) Parry
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Laugher | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A A Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
12-2-0-0
Distance
8-2-0-0
Track & Distance
8-2-0-0
Last Season
18-2-4-2
This Season
16-4-0-0
Career
46-7-4-5
Prize Money
$42,858
Win Range
1690 - 2180
Last 10 Starts
1505641010
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 46-7-4-5 | 8-2-0-0 | 25-5-3-2 | 12-2-0-0 | 8-2-0-0 | 16-4-0-0 | 18-2-4-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 25% | 20% | 17% | 25% | 25% | 11% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 35% | 25% | 40% | 17% | 25% | 25% | 44% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11 | 27 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 16.2m | $15,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr3 | - | $41.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (56.1, 27.5) | Keayang Sweetheart | Starzzz Destiny 4.1m | Lilly Lotus 3.7m |
| 1/7 | 16 Jun 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 54 to 58. | Saddleworld Shepparton | - | $7,000 | David Miles | Fr5 | - | $7.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.1, 28.6) | Evileye | Flip a Coin 1.7m | Direct Command NZ 1.4m |
| 11/11 | 8 Jun 2026 | Waragul | 1790m | - | NR up to 55. | Warragul Pacing Cup | 28.9m | $15,000 | David Miles | Sr3 | - | $5.50 | 10 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (59.4, 29.9) | Longtan Viper | Caledonian Ranger NK | Insider Trading 1.6m |
| 4/8 | 29 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Woodlands Stud Pace | 5.1m | $6,000 | David Miles | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.0 (56.7, 27.7) | Soho Hudson | Breathe Easy 1.6m | Ninedolla Toastie 3.2m |
| 6/10 | 22 May 2026 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 51 to 55. | Attvest Pace | 5.4m | $6,000 | David Miles | Fr7 | - | $9.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:58.9 (57.5, 28.8) | Muselet | Colosimo HFHD | Hellovastory NK |
| 5/9 | 12 May 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 52 to 56. | Abbey & Abby Shrc Facebook | 2.2m | $7,000 | David Miles | Sr2 | - | $8.00 | 18 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (57.2, 28.8) | Random Mahoney | Ginger Ella HFNK | Our Cheeky Devil HD |
| 10/12 | 24 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 48 to 51. | Renown Silverware Pace | 14.4m | $6,000 | David Miles | Sr5 | - | $8.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:58.1 (59.1, 30.0) | Another Woods | Always a Showgirl HFHD | Random Mahoney 1.4m |
| 5/11 | 14 Apr 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Shepparton Podcast Preview | 15.7m | $6,000 | David Miles | Fr7 | - | $11.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (58.4, 29.0) | Thunderfire | Uncle Trev 5.5m | Jilliby Illusion 6.3m |
| 1/7 | 3 Apr 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Mark Gurry & Associates | - | $6,000 | David Miles | Fr4 | - | $4.20 | - | - | 1:58.9 (57.5, 29.3) | Evileye | The Villain 1.8m | Just Incredible HFNK |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liam Older | 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: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
9-1-1-0
Distance
6-1-0-0
Track & Distance
6-1-0-0
Last Season
12-1-1-0
This Season
13-3-2-1
Career
25-4-3-1
Prize Money
$29,225
Win Range
1609 - 2080
Last 10 Starts
4272149731
Last Run
15 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 25-4-3-1 | 6-1-0-0 | 15-2-1-1 | 9-1-1-0 | 6-1-0-0 | 13-3-2-1 | 12-1-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 16% | 17% | 13% | 11% | 17% | 23% | 8% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 32% | 17% | 27% | 22% | 17% | 46% | 17% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/12 | 19 Jun 2026 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Betfocus Pace | - | $6,000 | Kate Gath | Fr3 | - | $2.70 | 5 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (55.9, 28.0) | Pistol Pearce | Bella Louise NK | Fiction File 2.1m |
| 3/9 | 14 Jun 2026 | Cranbrn | 1609m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Mark Gurry & Associates | 4.5m | $7,000 | Kate Gath | Fr3 | - | $7.50 | 15 days ago | - | 1:53.9 (56.4, 28.2) | Maas Betting Again | Im Wesley 1.4m | Pistol Pearce 3.1m |
| 7/10 | 30 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hygain Edge Pace | 11.9m | $10,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr3 | - | $15.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (57.1, 28.6) | King Saint | Insider Trading HD | Im Wesley NK |
| 9/10 | 23 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 19.6m | $10,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr6 | - | $71.00 | 38 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (55.7, 27.7) | Gunforhire | Highlandhartbreaka 2.9m | Keayang Payton 1.6m |
| 4/9 | 15 Apr 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Hertz Melton Pace | 4.7m | $7,000 | Kate Gath | Fr3 | - | $3.00 | 17 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (57.9, 28.9) | Percession | Katunga Express 3.9m | Michen Roy HD |
| 1/8 | 29 Mar 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Pace | - | $7,000 | Jodi Quinlan | Fr2 | - | $4.80 | 9 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (56.7, 28.6) | Pistol Pearce | Mikispur HFNK | Ruby Wingate 4.4m |
| 2/11 | 20 Mar 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Hygain Edge Pace | 3.0m | $6,000 | Kate Gath | Fr4 | - | $9.50 | 15 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (57.2, 28.5) | Kiss Me Mini NZ | Pistol Pearce 3.0m | Good Day 6.9m |
| 7/12 | 5 Mar 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR 51 to 56. | Ballarattrottingclub Pace | 10.1m | $6,000 | Kate Gath | Fr6 | - | $34.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (56.7, 28.8) | Blackindeed | Im Wesley 1.2m | Skippys Delight NZ 5.1m |
| 2/9 | 22 Feb 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 48 to 53. | Mark Gurry&associates Pace | 2.8m | $6,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr5 | - | $8.50 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (60.9, 32.0) | Caledonian Ranger | Pistol Pearce 2.8m | The Villain 15.3m |
| 4/9 | 12 Feb 2026 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR up to 55. | Ule Hoof Oil Pace | 7.8m | $8,000 | Luke Sutherland | Fr7 | - | $26.00 | - | - | 2:02.0 (59.6, 29.2) | Monsieur Flamel | Feel the Reign 2.0m | Spirit of Sahara 4.2m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Rainbow Sue
Trained at
Long Forest
Colours
Royal Blue, White Checked Sash, White Sleeve, Red Stripes
Owners
P J Nixon, R H Nixon, R D Hutchinson, Watson's Racing & Bloodstock Pty Ltd, Hutchinson
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jodi Quinlan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A P Gath | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
10-1-3-0
Distance
6-0-2-0
Track & Distance
6-0-2-0
Last Season
11-1-2-0
This Season
5-1-1-0
Career
26-5-5-0
Prize Money
$39,450
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
x049x12605
Last Run
12 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 26-5-5-0 | 6-0-2-0 | 17-2-4-0 | 10-1-3-0 | 6-0-2-0 | 5-1-1-0 | 11-1-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 19% | 0% | 12% | 10% | 0% | 20% | 9% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 38% | 33% | 35% | 40% | 33% | 40% | 27% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 22 Jun 2026 | Horsham | 1700m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Vale Bill Phelan Pace | 11.6m | $7,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr1 | - | $4.80 | 16 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (56.4, 26.6) | The Naked Art | Ranger Rick NZ HD | Our Ultimate Gracy NZ 2.2m |
| 11/11 | 6 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Garrards Horse & Hound | 17.9m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr2 | - | $9.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.7, 28.0) | Hoorah Philtra | Ozzie Corka NK | Seaside Boy HD |
| 6/8 | 30 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Renown Silverware Pace | 6.1m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr3 | - | $9.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (55.7, 28.2) | Medina | Ozzie Corka NK | Ranger Rick NZ HD |
| 2/11 | 23 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | HFNK | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr7 | - | $71.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (57.0, 28.4) | Kartiare | All Blazing Guns HFNK | Heatseeker NK |
| 1/10 | 9 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 58 to 66. | Nevele R Stud Vicbred Pace | - | $10,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr4 | - | $101.00 | 138 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (57.3, 28.3) | All Blazing Guns | Star to Fall 1.7m | Fire Marshall HFNK |
| 9/9 | 22 Dec 2025 | Terang | 1680m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Vhrc Pace | 17.4m | $7,000 | Amy Day | Fr5 | - | $7.50 | 15 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (56.9, 29.0) | Shadow Celt | Gunforhire 2.1m | The Steel Dragon 1.3m |
| 4/11 | 7 Dec 2025 | Horsham | 1700m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Traction Ag Pace | 16.4m | $8,000 | Amy Day | Fr3 | - | $4.60 | 8 days ago | - | 1:55.5 (57.5, 28.4) | Browniesatmidnight | Steel the Moment 4.9m | Eastbro Chrissy 9.7m |
| 11/12 | 29 Nov 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Swift Signs Pace | 13.5m | $15,000 | Matthew Craven | Fr6 | - | $31.00 | 138 days ago | - | 1:54.2 (56.5, 27.6) | Ata Rangi | Amphijet HFNK | Celestial Zodiac 1.9m |
| 4/11 | 14 Jul 2025 | Hamiltn | 2160m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Vhrc / Matthews Petroleum | 8.0m | $7,000 | Matthew Craven | Sr2 | - | $9.50 | 19 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (56.9, 28.2) | Ranger Rick NZ | The Sportz Star HFNK | Goodtime Libby 3.8m |
| 7/7 | 25 Jun 2025 | Terang | 1680m | - | NR 65 or better. | Terang Co-Op Rural Store | 31.2m | $8,000 | Amy Day | Fr2 | - | $61.00 | - | - | 1:54.4 (58.1, 29.3) | Jilliby Nitro | Keayang Tokyo HFNK | Young Bluey 2.0m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Sweet Lou USA
Dam
Pacific Playgirl NZ
Trained at
Ecklin South
Colours
Royal Blue, Yellow Diamonds With Black Overlay, Black & Yellow Striped Sleeves, Yellow Cuffs
Owners
P J Coniglio, Estate of A P Coniglio
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Craven | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M J Craven | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
6-1-1-0
Distance
3-1-1-0
Track & Distance
3-1-1-0
Last Season
27-4-4-5
This Season
15-2-3-3
Career
42-6-7-8
Prize Money
$52,406
Win Range
1690 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
r373211293
Last Run
4 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 42-6-7-8 | 3-1-1-0 | 33-4-6-6 | 6-1-1-0 | 3-1-1-0 | 15-2-3-3 | 27-4-4-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 14% | 33% | 12% | 17% | 33% | 13% | 15% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 50% | 67% | 48% | 33% | 67% | 53% | 48% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/10 | 30 Jun 2026 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR up to 59. | Shepparton Showcase Pace | 2.7m | $7,000 | Abby Sanderson | Fr7 | - | $34.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (58.9, 29.4) | Oh Sweet Creature | Longtan Viper 2.2m | King Saint HD |
| 9/11 | 17 Jun 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 55 to 64. | Strath Hill Butcher Pace | 9.3m | $7,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr7 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (55.6, 28.3) | Okanui Beach | Telern Lofty HFHD | Quatro Moth 1.9m |
| 2/9 | 10 Jun 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR up to 75. | Portable Horse Stables | 3.3m | $8,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr2 | - | $14.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (56.3, 27.5) | To the Nines | King Saint 3.3m | In an Ideal World 1.3m |
| 1/10 | 30 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hygain Edge Pace | - | $10,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr4 | - | $3.10 | 9 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (57.1, 28.6) | King Saint | Insider Trading HD | Im Wesley NK |
| 1/12 | 21 May 2026 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Beraldo Coffee Pace | - | $6,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr3 | - | $2.20 | 9 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (56.9, 28.7) | King Saint | Soho Hudson 1.8m | The Golden Hook 9.0m |
| 2/7 | 12 May 2026 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 52 to 56. | Shrc Wager Wednesday Pace | NK | $7,000 | Jack Laugher | Fr3 | - | $8.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:55.3 (57.2, 28.1) | Ya Bottom Dollar | King Saint NK | Little Wonder 2.7m |
| 3/8 | 1 May 2026 | Albury | 1770m | - | NR up to 50. | Apco West Wodonga Pace | 8.8m | $6,936 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr4 | - | $3.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.2 (57.7, 28.5) | Flojos Best | Major Hayley 5.3m | King Saint 3.5m |
| 7/9 | 24 Apr 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 2-4 WINs | Nevele R Stud Pace | 17.0m | $7,000 | Ellen Tormey | Fr7 | - | $19.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.0 (57.6, 29.3) | Scherger That | Sumthin Else 2.6m | Tappy 1.3m |
| 3/9 | 17 Apr 2026 | Riverin | 1740m | - | NR up to 53. | Smallmon Brothers Waste | NK | $6,936 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr5 | - | $4.80 | 17 days ago | - | 1:55.0 (56.5, 27.8) | Im Alrite | Elated NZ HD | King Saint HD |
| 0/7 | 31 Mar 2026 | Swanhil | 2240m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Kiel Tiling/team Mez Pace | - | $6,000 | Tasmyn Potter | Fr3 | - | $3.90 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (56.4, 28.8) | Thunderfire | Good Day 5.1m | Savon De Roche 2.3m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Rock N Roll Heaven USA
Dam
Saint Theory
Trained at
Junortoun
Colours
Red, White & Black Panels With Saint Motiff
Owners
N B (Noel) Watson
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellen Tormey | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J B Tormey | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
2-0-1-0
Distance
4-0-2-0
Track & Distance
1-0-1-0
Last Season
36-5-3-8
This Season
7-1-2-0
Career
75-11-12-13
Prize Money
$111,256
Win Range
1609 - 2579
Last 10 Starts
3602102x64
Last Run
7 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 75-11-12-13 | 4-0-2-0 | 45-7-8-9 | 2-0-1-0 | 1-0-1-0 | 7-1-2-0 | 36-5-3-8 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 15% | 0% | 16% | 0% | 0% | 14% | 14% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 48% | 50% | 53% | 50% | 100% | 43% | 44% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/11 | 27 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 71. | Garrards Horse & Hound | 33.1m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Sr4 | - | $19.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (55.0, 26.4) | Apollostorm | Le Cardinal 1.4m | Keayang Payton 29.8m |
| 6/9 | 11 Jun 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Winter Series Nmw Pace | 11.3m | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Sr2 | - | $2.15 | 75 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (56.5, 28.1) | Dance Affair | Keayang Sweetheart HFHD | Ranger Rick NZ 2.2m |
| 2/11 | 28 Mar 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Lamaros Hotel Pace | HD | $15,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr5 | - | $15.00 | 20 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (55.5, 27.6) | Tara Victory NZ | Mighty Jolt HD | Royal Appointment 4.1m |
| 11/12 | 8 Mar 2026 | Carrick | 2650m | - | NR 70 or better. | Page Transport Carrick Cup | 32.1m | $20,000 | Liam Older | FT Fr2 | - | $2.10 | 8 days ago | - | 2:05.1 (57.3, 28.6) | Fleetwood Rock | Photo First SHFHD | Pardoe Plugga HD |
| 1/11 | 28 Feb 2026 | Hobart | 2579m | - | NR 60 or better. | Bruiser Young Memorial Lig | - | $14,000 | Jack Laugher | 10 Fr1 | 10kgs | $3.80 | 14 days ago | - | 2:01.7 (56.8, 28.1) | Mighty Jolt | Imperial Laz NZ HFHD | Sapphire Gambler 14.6m |
| 2/8 | 14 Feb 2026 | Albpark | 1660m | - | NR 50 or better. | Ladbrokes Qualifying Pace | 4.1m | $14,500 | Shane Graham | Fr3 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (55.7, 27.3) | Udderly Sweet | Mighty Jolt 4.1m | Smarter Than You NK |
| 10/11 | 7 Feb 2026 | Albpark | 2138m | - | NR 50 or better. | Sunshine Stars 22feb Qualy | 37.4m | $21,378 | Shane Graham | Fr3 | - | $71.00 | 42 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (54.0, 26.7) | French Fries | Udderly Sweet 12.3m | Smarter Than You HFNK |
| 6/12 | 27 Dec 2025 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | The Creek Qualifying Pace | 10.5m | $21,378 | Shane Graham | Fr3 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (57.5, 28.2) | Go the Red | Gem Punter Pete 3.3m | Deebo HD |
| 3/9 | 20 Dec 2025 | Albpark | 1660m | - | No NR. | Ih Capital Qualifying Pace | 3.9m | $14,500 | Shane Graham | Fr1 | - | $8.00 | 11 days ago | - | 1:53.2 (55.2, 27.5) | Cheerstolou | Tinder Surprise NZ 3.6m | Mighty Jolt HFHD |
| 1/9 | 9 Dec 2025 | Albpark | 2138m | - | No NR. | Garrards Pacers Band Hcp | - | $9,120 | Shane Graham | FT Fr1 | - | $3.40 | - | - | 1:57.6 (56.8, 28.1) | Mighty Jolt | Amami 1.3m | Free Thinker 1.3m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Village Jolt CA
Dam
Colossal Girl
Trained at
Cranbourne
Colours
Dark Blue, White Braces, Red Diamonds, Dark Blue Sleeves White Cuffs&Armbands
Owners
S Gangell, B J Cox
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Leedham | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D F Braun | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Brown - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
3-0-1-0
Distance
2-0-1-0
Track & Distance
2-0-1-0
Last Season
38-5-8-5
This Season
15-2-3-2
Career
71-8-12-9
Prize Money
$67,775
Win Range
1609 - 2200
Last 10 Starts
1336428492
Last Run
8 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 71-8-12-9 | 2-0-1-0 | 34-5-7-4 | 3-0-1-0 | 2-0-1-0 | 15-2-3-2 | 38-5-8-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 11% | 0% | 15% | 0% | 0% | 13% | 13% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 41% | 50% | 47% | 33% | 50% | 47% | 47% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 26 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 59. | Hertz Melton Pace | 29.3m | $6,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr7 | - | $61.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.6, 26.7) | Bettor Beach | Morris Brown 29.3m | Fiction File SHFHD |
| 9/9 | 19 Jun 2026 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 55 to 64. | Hoyts Food Pace | 19.4m | $7,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr2 | - | $26.00 | 29 days ago | - | 1:57.3 (57.1, 28.2) | Sols Me Name | Ollies the Boss 1.6m | Starzzz Destiny 3.5m |
| 4/12 | 21 May 2026 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Beraldo Coffee Pace | 11.7m | $6,000 | Ewa Justice | Sr4 | - | $6.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (56.9, 28.7) | King Saint | Soho Hudson 1.8m | The Golden Hook 9.0m |
| 8/12 | 16 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Garrards Horse & Hound | 12.6m | $15,000 | Lochie Cook | Sr2 | - | $41.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:54.1 (56.6, 27.9) | Good Tobe Locksley | Hoorah Philtra HFHD | Royal Appointment 6.0m |
| 2/7 | 8 May 2026 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Ray Tucker Memorial Pace | 6.0m | $6,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr6 | - | $6.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (56.2, 28.3) | Romeo | Morris Brown 6.0m | Caledonian Ranger 4.1m |
| 4/9 | 25 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 12.0m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Sr2 | - | $12.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (55.9, 26.8) | Intrusion | Lilly Lotus 11.7m | Do It HFHD |
| 6/12 | 18 Apr 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Garrards Horse & Hound | 17.6m | $25,000 | Lochie Cook | Fr4 | - | $101.00 | 9 days ago | - | 1:52.7 (54.1, 26.6) | Keayang Renegade | Sanchez 6.2m | Insider Trading 6.3m |
| 3/7 | 9 Apr 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Del Re National Foods Nmw | 10.8m | $8,000 | Lochie Cook | Fr5 | - | $12.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:53.1 (55.4, 28.3) | Sanchez | Insider Trading 5.1m | Morris Brown 5.7m |
| 3/8 | 3 Apr 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Hygain Pace | 7.9m | $10,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr2 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (57.6, 28.8) | Platinum Jive NZ | Lambro Mach 6.6m | Morris Brown 1.3m |
| 1/11 | 27 Mar 2026 | Terang | 1680m | - | NR up to 55. | Morsbearings Pace Final | - | $8,000 | Lochie Cook | Fr5 | - | $6.50 | - | - | 1:54.5 (56.8, 28.8) | Morris Brown | The Art of Success 5.0m | Keayang Sweetheart 3.9m |
| Firm | Good | Soft | Heavy | Synthetic | All Wet | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Sire
Always B Miki USA
Dam
Well Hello Dolly
Trained at
Melton
Colours
Yellow, Green Shamrock
Owners
D J Mullan, A T Mullan
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ewa Justice | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D J Mullan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) clocked some outstanding sectionals (race fastest 54.90 last half, 1:55.53 last mile) in his most recent outing at Melton when he finished fifth behind Major Blitz. He came from last down the back straight in the big field, and had all the best splits home despite covering the equal most ground in the race. He’s not a brilliant beginner, but if he can do enough to settle in behind the leader, he will take a power of holding out late. FAIRPLAY (9) is first-up since May 2025, has trialled nicely twice in preparation for this and will likely start a warm favourite given he hails from the Emma Stewart barn, MIGHTY JOLT (3) can be a sharp improver drawn off the front here as he might be able to lead, while HITCH TO HIS STAR (7) was a good winner at Wagga latest and looks the next best of the winning hopes. BACK: THE STEEL DRAGON (1) – 1.5 units (each-way)