Stawell Ag, Horse & Pet Trot
4:15pm • 2180m • Mobile Start • Trotters • Sprint lane • NR up to 45. • No age restrictions • $5,0004:15pm • 2180m • Mobile Start • Trotters • Sprint lane • NR up to 45. • No age restrictions • $5,000
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
6-0-2-1
Distance
8-1-2-1
Track & Distance
6-0-2-1
Last Season
21-1-1-3
This Season
16-0-2-1
Career
86-5-11-11
Prize Money
$63,155
Win Range
1200 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
7944073025
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 | 86-5-11-11 | 8-1-2-1 | 61-3-9-8 | 6-0-2-1 | 6-0-2-1 | 16-0-2-1 | 21-1-1-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 6% | 13% | 5% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 5% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 31% | 50% | 33% | 50% | 50% | 19% | 24% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/10 | 13 Jul 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR up to 49. | Aldebaran Park Trot | 20.6m | $5,000 | Daryl Crone | Sr2 | - | $18.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (60.6, 30.8) | Champagnes | Boutika 9.4m | Shezalover SHFHD |
| 2/10 | 7 Jul 2026 | Echuca | 2160m | - | NR up to 45. | Rich River Golf Club Trot | 1.3m | $5,000 | Tina Ridis | Fr4 | - | $3.80 | 8 days ago | - | 2:03.6 (61.7, 30.9) | Starlight Red | Rastamon 1.3m | Fling It Rainbow HD |
| 11/12 | 29 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR up to 45. | Ab Paint Vicbred Voucher | 47.4m | $4,000 | Daryl Crone | Fr5 | - | $21.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:02.0 (60.6, 30.9) | Aldebaran Jazmine | Walkin Understarz 7.2m | Champagnes HD |
| 3/12 | 22 Jun 2026 | Horsham | 2200m | - | No NR. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | 10.4m | $6,000 | Daryl Crone | FT Fr2 | - | $81.00 | 5 days ago | - | 2:03.6 (60.1, 30.5) | Fremarks Peggy | Sonarmi Joh 10.2m | Rastamon HFHD |
| 7/8 | 17 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 43 to 46. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | 15.0m | $4,000 | Daryl Crone | Fr7 | - | $51.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (59.5, 29.8) | Itz Classic Gold | Champagnes NK | Saint Eyes 5.9m |
| 10/12 | 10 Jun 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR up to 49. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | 47.1m | $4,000 | Daryl Crone | Sr3 | - | $101.00 | 16 days ago | - | 2:01.1 (61.2, 30.5) | I Am Harro | Little Tedey 7.5m | Jessicas Story 4.9m |
| 4/8 | 25 May 2026 | Horsham | 2200m | - | No NR. | Pacing For Pink Trot Hcp | 19.4m | $6,000 | Tina Ridis | 10 Fr2 | 10kgs | $31.00 | 56 days ago | - | 2:04.6 (60.9, 30.5) | Fremarks Peggy | Mattyo 10.6m | Connies President NZ 2.2m |
| 4/8 | 30 Mar 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 42 to 47. | Probus Trot | 9.4m | $4,000 | Tina Ridis | Fr2 | - | $26.00 | 5 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (58.9, 29.9) | Manda Kyvalley | Poppy Popstar 5.3m | Straight to Thetop HFHD |
| 9/10 | 25 Mar 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR up to 49. | Stonemans Village Iga Trot | 33.6m | $4,000 | Tina Ridis | Sr3 | - | $23.00 | 17 days ago | - | 2:01.3 (59.2, 30.0) | Jackies Gift | Jessicas Story 2.9m | Always Skye High 5.1m |
| 7/11 | 8 Mar 2026 | Birchip | 2550m | - | No NR. | Tmcenviro Birchip Trot Cup | 54.6m | $10,000 | Lochie Cook | FT Fr4 | - | $34.00 | - | - | 2:05.4 (60.5, 30.1) | Run Forest Run NZ | Maestro 1.6m | I Dream of Millie 26.3m |
| 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
Cardigan Boko Swe
Dam
Aeonallbright
Trained at
Havelock
Colours
Light Blue, Red V
Owners
T Ridis, J P Kelly
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tina Ridis | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T Ridis | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
1-0-0-0
Distance
4-1-1-0
Track & Distance
1-0-0-0
Last Season
30-2-7-3
This Season
14-1-1-1
Career
121-14-14-12
Prize Money
$87,600
Win Range
1650 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
3146857052
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 | 121-14-14-12 | 4-1-1-0 | 74-8-7-7 | 1-0-0-0 | 1-0-0-0 | 14-1-1-1 | 30-2-7-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 12% | 25% | 11% | 0% | 0% | 7% | 7% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 33% | 50% | 30% | 0% | 0% | 21% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 1 | 4 | - | - | 4 | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 13 Jul 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR up to 49. | Aldebaran Park Trot | 9.4m | $5,000 | Ashley Ainsworth | Sr1 | - | $9.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (60.6, 30.8) | Champagnes | Boutika 9.4m | Shezalover SHFHD |
| 5/12 | 29 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR up to 45. | Ab Paint Vicbred Voucher | 14.0m | $4,000 | Ashley Ainsworth | Sr3 | - | $8.00 | 16 days ago | - | 2:02.0 (60.6, 30.9) | Aldebaran Jazmine | Walkin Understarz 7.2m | Champagnes HD |
| 11/12 | 13 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hygain Edge Trot | 40.3m | $15,000 | Ashley Ainsworth | Fr2 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:59.3 (58.4, 29.2) | Artigas | Carla Pixie NZ 7.0m | Farrokh 7.7m |
| 7/10 | 6 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Mimosa Homes Trot | 11.9m | $15,000 | Ashley Ainsworth | Sr1 | - | $71.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (58.4, 30.1) | Wallis | Kamaran 1.4m | Nakedtruth 1.4m |
| 5/11 | 30 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Need For Speed Noms Open | 16.4m | $15,000 | Ashley Ainsworth | Fr1 | - | $15.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.9 (59.4, 29.9) | Johns Boy NZ | Shes Sky High 9.7m | Kamaran NK |
| 8/9 | 23 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | 21.9m | $15,000 | Ada Massa | Fr2 | - | $126.00 | 9 days ago | - | 2:00.1 (57.8, 28.4) | Muskee | Nakedtruth 3.8m | Antonov NZ 7.4m |
| 6/11 | 14 May 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Ballarat Trotting Club | 7.9m | $6,000 | Ada Massa | Fr5 | - | $12.00 | 5 days ago | - | 2:00.5 (60.0, 29.7) | Coltrane | Metro Swish NZ 1.3m | Dels Destiny NZ 3.9m |
| 4/11 | 9 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 59. | Prydes Easifeed Trot | 7.1m | $8,000 | Ada Massa | Fr1 | - | $19.00 | 12 days ago | - | 2:00.5 (60.6, 31.1) | Love Ya Brother | Dhoni Trouble NZ 3.5m | Ess Kay Hollywood 1.4m |
| 1/10 | 27 Apr 2026 | Ararat | 2195m | - | No NR. | Ararat Premix King Trot | - | $6,000 | Ada Massa | 20 Fr2 | 20kgs | $2.90 | 7 days ago | - | 2:08.3 (59.0, 29.6) | Boutika | My Mother Said 8.9m | Brown Eyed Kate NK |
| 3/11 | 20 Apr 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 50 to 54. | Vital Signs Trot | 3.6m | $6,000 | Ada Massa | Fr2 | - | $41.00 | - | - | 1:57.5 (58.3, 29.8) | With Aplomb | Hillwinsome 3.1m | Boutika HD |
| 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
Danny Bouchea
Dam
Palkia
Trained at
Moyreisk
Colours
Purple, White Yoke & Braces, Purple Diamonds, White Sleeves With Purple Diamonds, White Cuffs
Owners
K J (Katrina) Ainsworth
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Ainsworth | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A A Ainsworth | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
6-2-1-0
Distance
15-3-2-0
Track & Distance
5-2-0-0
Last Season
17-3-4-1
This Season
7-0-2-0
Career
39-4-6-1
Prize Money
$21,238
Win Range
2180 - 2200
Last 10 Starts
06x4422867
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 | 39-4-6-1 | 15-3-2-0 | 32-4-5-1 | 6-2-1-0 | 5-2-0-0 | 7-0-2-0 | 17-3-4-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 10% | 20% | 13% | 33% | 40% | 0% | 18% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 28% | 33% | 31% | 50% | 40% | 29% | 47% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/8 | 12 Jul 2026 | Terang | 2180m | - | No NR. | Greg Allan Farm Machinery | 77.0m | $4,000 | John Meade | 10 Fr1 | 10kgs | $4.00 | 12 days ago | - | 2:06.2 (63.5, 33.0) | Jakarta NZ | Baarlinee 11.9m | Robert John NK |
| 6/6 | 30 Jun 2026 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 45. | Pj Pumps Trot | 100.0m | $5,000 | John Meade | Fr1 | - | $8.50 | 13 days ago | - | 2:06.3 (61.7, 30.8) | Brown Eyed Kate | Lady Suspicious 1.0m | Itgetsbetter 3.8m |
| 8/8 | 17 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 43 to 46. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | 15.3m | $4,000 | John Meade | Fr1 | - | $8.00 | 16 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (59.5, 29.8) | Itz Classic Gold | Champagnes NK | Saint Eyes 5.9m |
| 2/9 | 1 Jun 2026 | Stawell | 2600m | - | No NR. | Stawell Gift Hall Of Fame | 1.2m | $6,000 | John Meade | FT Fr5 | - | $3.20 | 7 days ago | - | 2:09.0 (61.4, 31.2) | Night Whisperer | Mattyo 1.2m | Sonarmi Joh HFNK |
| 2/8 | 25 May 2026 | Horsham | 2200m | - | No NR. | Pacing For Pink Trot Hcp | 10.6m | $6,000 | John Meade | FT Fr2 | - | $7.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:04.6 (60.9, 30.5) | Fremarks Peggy | Mattyo 10.6m | Connies President NZ 2.2m |
| 4/9 | 18 May 2026 | Terang | 2180m | - | No NR. | Harold Craven Memorial | 13.0m | $6,000 | John Meade | FT Fr3 | - | $7.50 | 6 days ago | - | 2:05.8 (59.8, 30.1) | Sister Molly | Kamaran 3.0m | Sonarmi Joh 7.7m |
| 4/7 | 12 May 2026 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | No NR. | Trot | 12.0m | $3,500 | John Meade | FT Fr3 | - | $4.20 | 163 days ago | - | 2:02.7 (62.6, 32.2) | Brown Eyed Kate | Itgetsbetter 2.7m | My Mother Said 6.4m |
| 6/7 | 30 Nov 2025 | Stawell | 2180m | - | NR up to 49. | Thomas Foods Trot | 113.2m | $4,000 | John Meade | Fr1 | - | $11.00 | 17 days ago | - | 2:03.9 (62.0, 31.4) | Lady Suspicious | Majestic Charma 3.5m | Oopzee Daizee 3.4m |
| 11/12 | 13 Nov 2025 | Kilmore | 1690m | - | NR up to 49. | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | 92.0m | $4,000 | John Meade | Fr3 | - | $4.80 | 24 days ago | - | 1:59.8 (58.8, 29.8) | Settle the Bill | Midnite Muscle 4.8m | Sky Lindy 3.7m |
| 5/9 | 20 Oct 2025 | Terang | 2180m | - | NR up to 55. | Morsbearings Trot | 13.0m | $6,000 | John Meade | Fr1 | - | $14.00 | - | - | 2:02.2 (58.7, 29.2) | Vytis | Keayang Tweetybird 4.5m | Leanne Leeann 1.0m |
| 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
Quaker Jet (fra)
Dam
Diamond Insitu
Trained at
Cudgee
Colours
Dark Blue, Red V, Yellow Sleeves
Owners
J F Meade, M B Meade
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Meade | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J F Meade | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
4-0-0-1
Distance
7-0-0-1
Track & Distance
3-0-0-1
Last Season
37-0-4-5
This Season
14-1-2-2
Career
75-1-6-7
Prize Money
$27,035
Win Range
2200
Last 10 Starts
4632462414
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 | 75-1-6-7 | 7-0-0-1 | 51-1-1-4 | 4-0-0-1 | 3-0-0-1 | 14-1-2-2 | 37-0-4-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 1% | 0% | 2% | 0% | 0% | 7% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 19% | 14% | 12% | 25% | 33% | 36% | 24% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 10 | 9 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 9 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/10 | 13 Jul 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR up to 49. | Aldebaran Park Trot | 15.2m | $5,000 | Liam Older | Fr5 | - | $41.00 | 18 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (60.6, 30.8) | Champagnes | Boutika 9.4m | Shezalover SHFHD |
| 1/12 | 25 Jun 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | MAIDEN | 7+ Maiden Trot | - | $6,000 | Liam Older | Fr2 | - | $3.90 | 8 days ago | - | 2:05.0 (61.3, 30.2) | Nedza Thriller | Big Rain 4.2m | Rockinwithsass 1.2m |
| 4/9 | 17 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 2190m | - | MAIDEN | Redpath Tyre & Battery | 17.1m | $6,000 | Liam Older | Fr5 | - | $4.00 | 2 days ago | - | 2:03.8 (61.5, 30.6) | Lucky You | Dalahasten 11.9m | Rockinwithsass 3.7m |
| 2/8 | 15 Jun 2026 | Charltn | 1609m | - | NR up to 45. | North West Ag Services | 4.6m | $4,000 | Ashley Ainsworth | Fr1 | - | $51.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:00.6 (59.6, 29.4) | Robert John | Nedza Thriller 4.6m | Baarlinee 4.3m |
| 6/9 | 1 Jun 2026 | Stawell | 2600m | - | No NR. | Stawell Gift Hall Of Fame | 17.6m | $6,000 | Liam Older | FT Fr7 | - | $41.00 | 32 days ago | - | 2:09.0 (61.4, 31.2) | Night Whisperer | Mattyo 1.2m | Sonarmi Joh HFNK |
| 4/8 | 30 Apr 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR up to 36. | The Green Horse Equine | 9.5m | $4,000 | Luke Dunne | Fr3 | - | $4.60 | 3 days ago | - | 2:02.9 (62.2, 31.6) | Onawingandaprayer | Jungle Spider 1.1m | Miss Avenger 2.7m |
| 2/8 | 27 Apr 2026 | Ararat | 2195m | - | MAIDEN | House Of Nai Maiden Trot | 14.7m | $6,000 | Ashley Ainsworth | Fr3 | - | $18.00 | 4 days ago | - | 2:08.2 (60.3, 29.8) | Sister Molly | Nedza Thriller 14.7m | Arivaderchi 4.3m |
| 3/11 | 23 Apr 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | MAIDEN | Billies Legends Maiden | 4.8m | $6,000 | Liam Older | Fr5 | - | $13.00 | 29 days ago | - | 2:01.4 (59.6, 29.5) | Bettor Man | Desert Royale 2.1m | Nedza Thriller 2.8m |
| 6/10 | 25 Mar 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR up to 49. | Stonemans Village Iga Trot | 20.4m | $4,000 | Liam Older | Fr1 | - | $151.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:01.3 (59.2, 30.0) | Jackies Gift | Jessicas Story 2.9m | Always Skye High 5.1m |
| 4/11 | 18 Mar 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | MAIDEN | Gold Central Maiden Trot | 12.3m | $6,000 | Liam Older | Fr7 | - | $61.00 | - | - | 2:03.6 (59.8, 29.6) | Butlers Wharf | Farstar 7.6m | Lynesha Larain 4.6m |
| 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
Centurion Atm USA
Dam
Ima Thrill Seeker NZ
Trained at
Bet Bet
Colours
Black, White Squares, Red Sleeves
Owners
R W Cross, J Cross
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liam Older | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R W Cross | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
3-0-1-0
Distance
5-0-1-1
Track & Distance
3-0-1-0
Last Season
35-4-0-3
This Season
21-4-8-2
Career
111-12-12-17
Prize Money
$70,445
Win Range
1650 - 2200
Last 10 Starts
2231122362
Last Run
13 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 111-12-12-17 | 5-0-1-1 | 70-9-5-11 | 3-0-1-0 | 3-0-1-0 | 21-4-8-2 | 35-4-0-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 11% | 0% | 13% | 0% | 0% | 19% | 11% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 37% | 40% | 36% | 33% | 33% | 67% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 1 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/8 | 7 Jul 2026 | Echuca | 2160m | - | NR up to 59. | Vhrc / Mark Gurry Trot | 1.4m | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $3.80 | 6 days ago | - | 2:01.6 (59.5, 29.7) | Jackies Gift | Poppy Popstar 1.4m | Watch and Act HFNK |
| 6/10 | 1 Jul 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Smartloans Bendigo Trot | 11.2m | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr7 | - | $14.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:03.6 (58.7, 29.6) | Little Miss Morgan | The Chook 4.2m | Paris Kay HFNK |
| 3/10 | 25 Jun 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR up to 55. | The Cleaners Room Trot | 11.3m | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $1.70 | 8 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (58.1, 29.2) | No Telling Heather | Night Flight 1.5m | Poppy Popstar 9.9m |
| 2/6 | 17 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR 47 to 51. | Aldebaran Park Trot | HD | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $2.40 | 17 days ago | - | 2:01.4 (60.0, 30.3) | Deep Love NZ | Poppy Popstar HFNK | The Chook 5.4m |
| 2/9 | 31 May 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 46 to 51. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | 8.0m | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr2 | - | $6.50 | 6 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (59.5, 30.7) | Artigas | Poppy Popstar 8.0m | Im Eddie NK |
| 1/7 | 25 May 2026 | Horsham | 2200m | - | NR up to 45. | 3 Cheers For Volunteers | - | $4,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $1.25 | 12 days ago | - | 2:03.5 (61.5, 30.3) | Poppy Popstar | Champagnes 26.5m | Lady Suspicious 11.2m |
| 1/6 | 13 May 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 43 to 47. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | - | $4,000 | James Herbertson | Fr4 | - | $1.25 | 7 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (59.7, 30.1) | Poppy Popstar | Allwatfunjingles 14.0m | Giggle Water 3.2m |
| 3/12 | 6 May 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR up to 45. | Forty Winks Trot | 7.6m | $4,000 | James Herbertson | Sr3 | - | $2.10 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.3 (59.7, 29.6) | Montana Muscle | Jessicas Story 2.8m | Poppy Popstar 4.7m |
| 2/10 | 22 Apr 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR up to 45. | Huntly Lifestyle Estate | 1.6m | $4,000 | Jack Laugher | Sr1 | - | $4.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (59.8, 29.9) | Montana Muscle | Poppy Popstar 1.6m | Louieville Lass 5.6m |
| 2/8 | 8 Apr 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 42 to 47. | Gold Central Victoria Trot | 4.8m | $4,000 | James Herbertson | Fr1 | - | $1.50 | - | - | 2:00.0 (60.2, 30.3) | Kyvalley Anthony | Poppy Popstar 4.8m | Thats Your Opinion HD |
| 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
Danny Bouchea
Dam
Windsor Block
Trained at
Wedderburn
Colours
Blue, White Lighting Bolt, Red Sleeves Collar & Waistband
Owners
J McNamara, T M McNamara
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T M McNamara | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
8 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
2-0-1-0
Distance
6-0-1-1
Track & Distance
1-0-1-0
Last Season
17-3-3-2
This Season
17-0-0-3
Career
67-3-4-7
Prize Money
$38,132
Win Range
1609 - 2190
Last 10 Starts
7956365053
Last Run
5 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 67-3-4-7 | 6-0-1-1 | 33-1-2-4 | 2-0-1-0 | 1-0-1-0 | 17-0-0-3 | 17-3-3-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 4% | 0% | 3% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 18% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 21% | 33% | 21% | 50% | 100% | 18% | 47% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 9 | 8 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 1 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/7 | 15 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 39. | 2construct Trot | 18.2m | $4,000 | John Caldow | Fr2 | - | $3.10 | 6 days ago | - | 2:04.0 (61.8, 31.4) | Joe Lou | Allwatfunjingles 6.5m | Love Who 11.7m |
| 5/10 | 9 Jul 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | 0-3 WINs (NR49) | Hewitt & Whitty Trot | 19.5m | $5,000 | Connor Clarke | Fr7 | - | $81.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:59.8 (59.4, 29.6) | Moreep | Metro Swish NZ 1.8m | Snickers Express 10.9m |
| 10/11 | 18 Jun 2026 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR up to 49. | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | 47.9m | $4,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr1 | - | $26.00 | 10 days ago | - | 2:05.0 (63.9, 31.2) | Sonnyboy | Sioux Warrior 3.3m | Starlight Red 7.4m |
| 5/7 | 8 Jun 2026 | Waragul | 1790m | - | NR up to 49. | Des & Moira Kelly Memorial | 57.0m | $6,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr3 | - | $8.00 | 5 days ago | - | 2:01.9 (61.1, 30.2) | Mista Walker | Tension Seeker 17.2m | Taken by Wine 1.8m |
| 6/9 | 3 Jun 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR up to 42. | Haeuslers Echuca Trot | 17.1m | $4,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr5 | - | $3.30 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.6 (61.2, 30.9) | Betsy Anne | Rasengan 4.8m | Heart of Graceland 7.9m |
| 3/9 | 28 May 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR up to 50. | Hewitt & Whitty Trot | 9.5m | $6,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr1 | - | $26.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:02.6 (60.5, 30.5) | Scar | Whats the Tea 8.3m | Love Who 1.2m |
| 6/9 | 21 May 2026 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 42 to 46. | C&m Build Group Trot | 9.2m | $4,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr1 | - | $13.00 | 8 days ago | - | 2:07.5 (61.7, 30.5) | Whats the Tea | Bettor Man 4.7m | Pro Hibition 2.8m |
| 5/6 | 13 May 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 43 to 47. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | 22.7m | $4,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr5 | - | $14.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:58.4 (59.7, 30.1) | Poppy Popstar | Allwatfunjingles 14.0m | Giggle Water 3.2m |
| 9/11 | 30 Apr 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR 37 to 42. | Plover Security Services | 42.1m | $4,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr2 | - | $5.00 | 4 days ago | - | 1:58.6 (58.9, 29.6) | Champagnes | Tension Seeker 8.6m | Christmas Babe NZ 5.9m |
| 7/8 | 26 Apr 2026 | Charltn | 2100m | - | NR up to 50. | Beth Dillon Trot | 45.0m | $6,000 | Reagan Clarke | Fr3 | - | $34.00 | - | - | 2:00.0 (58.5, 29.5) | Blackrange Glory | Connies President NZ 10.2m | Champagnes HD |
| 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
Love You (fra)
Dam
Total Affirmation NZ
Trained at
Ross Creek
Colours
Red, White Diamonds, Royal Blue Sleeves
Owners
J D (Jim) Clarke
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Alford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S R Clarke | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
2-0-0-1
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
3-0-1-0
This Season
16-1-4-5
Career
19-1-5-5
Prize Money
$13,341
Win Range
1609
Last 10 Starts
4137932732
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 | 19-1-5-5 | 2-0-0-1 | 12-0-3-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 16-1-4-5 | 3-0-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 5% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 6% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 58% | 50% | 50% | 0% | 0% | 63% | 33% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | 6 | 6 | - | - | 2 | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2/10 | 9 Jul 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | 0-3 WINs (NR49) | Hewitt & Whitty Trot | 1.8m | $5,000 | Daryl Douglas | Fr3 | - | $10.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.8 (59.4, 29.6) | Moreep | Metro Swish NZ 1.8m | Snickers Express 10.9m |
| 3/8 | 25 Jun 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR up to 50. | Hip Pocket Workwear Trot | 3.2m | $8,000 | Hannah Parish | Sr1 | - | $11.00 | 28 days ago | - | 2:03.3 (60.7, 30.1) | Apex | Itgetsbetter 2.7m | Metro Swish NZ HD |
| 7/10 | 28 May 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR up to 55. | Freemans Transport Trot | 33.9m | $6,000 | Neil Mccallum | Fr4 | - | $34.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:00.9 (60.4, 30.8) | Calabasas | Leanne Leeann 4.9m | Northern Truscott 3.9m |
| 2/11 | 14 May 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Ballarat Trotting Club | 1.3m | $6,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr2 | - | $151.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.5 (60.0, 29.7) | Coltrane | Metro Swish NZ 1.3m | Dels Destiny NZ 3.9m |
| 3/7 | 8 May 2026 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR 46 to 51. | Evolution Lodge Trot | 8.4m | $6,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr4 | - | $19.00 | 8 days ago | - | 2:05.2 (59.8, 29.8) | Night Flight | Buckles for Berry 1.3m | Metro Swish NZ 7.1m |
| 9/12 | 30 Apr 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 49 to 53. | Interpath Global Trot | 33.8m | $6,000 | Jordan Leedham | Fr7 | - | $126.00 | 28 days ago | - | 2:00.7 (59.4, 29.6) | Kamaran | Ahundredplus 11.4m | Buslin Brody 8.0m |
| 7/8 | 2 Apr 2026 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Mc Labour Trot | 74.6m | $6,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr3 | - | $34.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:01.7 (60.4, 30.7) | Dels Destiny NZ | Bullapark Beno 4.3m | Kyvalley Jagger 1.3m |
| 3/8 | 27 Mar 2026 | Terang | 2180m | - | 0-1 WIN | Mahogany Computers Trot | 23.8m | $6,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr5 | - | $6.50 | 14 days ago | - | 2:02.8 (60.5, 29.7) | Coltrane | Ridethelightning 4.9m | Metro Swish NZ 18.9m |
| 1/6 | 13 Mar 2026 | Geelong | 1609m | - | MAIDEN | Happy 50th Caitlyn Trot | - | $6,000 | Neil Mccallum | Fr3 | - | $5.00 | 8 days ago | - | 2:03.0 (60.4, 30.4) | Metro Swish NZ | Moonlight Billy HFNK | Big Rain 3.5m |
| 4/11 | 5 Mar 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | MAIDEN | Qa Electrical Maiden Trot | 31.6m | $6,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr1 | - | $4.80 | - | - | 2:05.6 (58.4, 28.3) | Jumping Jones | Pipalicious 7.7m | Moonlight Billy 14.6m |
| 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
Wishing Stone (US)
Dam
Paris Metro (NZ)
Trained at
Bunkers Hill
Colours
Black, Gold Chevrons & Waistband, White Collar And Cuffs
Owners
R M (Ricky) Ryan
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Leedham | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R M Ryan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
3-0-0-0
Distance
5-0-0-0
Track & Distance
3-0-0-0
Last Season
9-0-0-0
This Season
4-0-0-0
Career
28-3-3-1
Prize Money
$16,545
Win Range
2190 - 2195
Last 10 Starts
x7544x5855
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 | 28-3-3-1 | 5-0-0-0 | 24-3-3-0 | 3-0-0-0 | 3-0-0-0 | 4-0-0-0 | 9-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 11% | 0% | 13% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 25% | 0% | 25% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/8 | 12 Jul 2026 | Terang | 2180m | - | No NR. | Greg Allan Farm Machinery | 19.7m | $4,000 | Paddy Meade | 20 Fr2 | 20kgs | $61.00 | 12 days ago | - | 2:06.2 (63.5, 33.0) | Jakarta NZ | Baarlinee 11.9m | Robert John NK |
| 5/6 | 30 Jun 2026 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 45. | Pj Pumps Trot | 74.3m | $5,000 | Paddy Meade | Fr2 | - | $61.00 | 4 days ago | - | 2:06.3 (61.7, 30.8) | Brown Eyed Kate | Lady Suspicious 1.0m | Itgetsbetter 3.8m |
| 8/9 | 26 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 45 to 50. | Renown Silverware Trot | 76.9m | $6,000 | John Meade | Fr5 | - | $151.00 | 17 days ago | - | 2:02.2 (60.7, 30.4) | Spirited Lass | Steady Dream 7.3m | Met With a Shrug 10.1m |
| 5/6 | 9 Jun 2026 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | No NR. | Trot | 23.2m | $3,500 | Rod Barker | 20 Fr1 | 20kgs | $41.00 | 175 days ago | - | 2:08.7 (61.2, 31.0) | Brown Eyed Kate | Sonarmi Joh 2.4m | Lady Suspicious 2.1m |
| 4/7 | 16 Dec 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 50. | Trot | 24.7m | $4,500 | Rod Barker | Fr2 | - | $18.00 | 9 days ago | - | 2:07.1 (62.2, 32.0) | Aldebaran Anton | Moonshine Penny 6.0m | Allawart Bob 10.7m |
| 4/11 | 7 Dec 2025 | Horsham | 1700m | - | NR up to 49. | Horsham Doors & Glass Trot | 39.1m | $4,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr7 | - | $101.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (59.7, 29.9) | Castles in the Sky | Magic Law 17.7m | Snickers Express 5.8m |
| 5/7 | 30 Nov 2025 | Stawell | 2180m | - | NR up to 49. | Thomas Foods Trot | 10.6m | $4,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr3 | - | $71.00 | 30 days ago | - | 2:03.9 (62.0, 31.4) | Lady Suspicious | Majestic Charma 3.5m | Oopzee Daizee 3.4m |
| 7/7 | 31 Oct 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 44. | Trot | 51.6m | $4,500 | Rod Barker | Fr6 | - | $26.00 | 236 days ago | - | 2:08.5 (62.1, 31.9) | Aldebaran Anton | Itgetsbetter 9.1m | Moonshine Penny 2.7m |
| 9/9 | 9 Mar 2025 | Birchip | 2150m | - | NR up to 51. | Ryan Commodities Trot | 85.6m | $6,000 | Rod Barker | Fr6 | - | $101.00 | 9 days ago | - | 2:03.6 (63.4, 32.4) | Poppy Popstar | Blackrange Glory 1.9m | Kyvalley Anthony 12.3m |
| 8/10 | 28 Feb 2025 | Ararat | 2195m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Hotondo Homes Ararat Trot | 47.5m | $6,000 | Jackie Barker | Fr5 | - | $151.00 | - | - | 2:01.9 (60.4, 29.9) | April Sun | The Ninth Wave 3.0m | Ai Sedhai 7.0m |
| 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
Volstead USA
Dam
Fiery Annie
Trained at
Cudgee
Colours
Black, Green Diamonds, Yellow Sleeves
Owners
J F Meade, M B Meade
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Sanderson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J F Meade | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
13 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
25-3-1-6
Distance
32-3-1-6
Track & Distance
25-3-1-6
Last Season
15-1-2-2
This Season
1-0-0-0
Career
129-8-14-11
Prize Money
$72,085
Win Range
2180 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
364x65375x
Last Run
196 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 129-8-14-11 | 32-3-1-6 | 124-8-14-9 | 25-3-1-6 | 25-3-1-6 | 1-0-0-0 | 15-1-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 6% | 9% | 6% | 12% | 12% | 0% | 7% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 26% | 31% | 25% | 40% | 40% | 0% | 33% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 3 | - | 5 | - | - |
| 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 Jan 2026 | Horsham | 2200m | - | No NR. | Worlds Best Hoof Oil Trot | 37.7m | $6,000 | Aaron Dunn | FT Fr3 | - | $26.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:02.9 (59.2, 30.0) | Sky Spirit | Ataboy Charlie 3.5m | Singara Ted 1.3m |
| 7/7 | 30 Dec 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | No NR. | Trot | 120.5m | $4,500 | Chris Walsh | 10 Fr2 | 10kgs | $26.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:07.6 (61.5, 30.8) | Feel the Moment | Sonarmi Joh 1.8m | Aldebaran Anton 1.1m |
| 3/7 | 16 Dec 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 50. | Trot | 16.7m | $4,500 | Chris Walsh | Fr4 | - | $34.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:07.1 (62.2, 32.0) | Aldebaran Anton | Moonshine Penny 6.0m | Allawart Bob 10.7m |
| 5/6 | 2 Dec 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | No NR. | Trot | 31.4m | $3,000 | Rod Barker | FT Fr3 | - | $21.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:06.4 (60.0, 30.5) | Stockman Peter | Moonshine Penny 8.0m | Sonarmi Joh 8.3m |
| 6/8 | 18 Nov 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 50. | Trot | 50.3m | $4,500 | Rod Barker | Fr3 | - | $51.00 | 154 days ago | - | 2:06.9 (62.8, 31.2) | Coconut Mickey | Aldebaran Anton 15.6m | Moonshine Penny 1.3m |
| 4/5 | 17 Jun 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | No NR. | Trot | 24.4m | $4,500 | Rod Barker | FT Fr3 | - | $9.50 | 14 days ago | - | 2:08.5 (61.6, 30.7) | Aldebaran Buddy | Moonshine Penny 2.2m | Maoris Return 14.0m |
| 6/7 | 3 Jun 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 50. | Trot | 41.2m | $4,500 | Rod Barker | Fr4 | - | $13.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:05.9 (63.1, 33.5) | Apex | Aldebaran Buddy 5.8m | Aldebaran Anton 2.9m |
| 3/5 | 27 May 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | No NR. | Trot | 27.2m | $4,500 | Rod Barker | FT Fr2 | - | $10.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:05.7 (61.5, 32.1) | Apex | Moonshine Penny 8.9m | Allawart Bob 18.4m |
| 1/7 | 13 May 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | NR up to 50. | Trot | - | $4,500 | Rod Barker | Fr4 | - | $13.00 | 14 days ago | - | 2:08.0 (62.4, 30.9) | Allawart Bob | Moonshine Penny SHFHD | Aldebaran Buddy 6.7m |
| 2/5 | 29 Apr 2025 | Mt.Gamb | 2190m | - | No NR. | Trot | 2.2m | $4,500 | Rod Barker | 10 Fr1 | 10kgs | $15.00 | - | - | 2:09.3 (64.4, 33.1) | Brown Eyed Kate | Allawart Bob 2.2m | Sonarmi Joh 6.6m |
| 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
Allawart Ray
Dam
Cathrins Image
Trained at
Murtoa
Colours
Dark Blue, Red Hoops
Owners
L A Young, G J Young
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackie Barker | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L A Young | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Luke Sutherland (a(C,3))
T: B D Barnes, D P Barnes
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
0-0-0-0
Distance
2-0-0-1
Track & Distance
0-0-0-0
Last Season
2-0-0-1
This Season
0-0-0-0
Career
12-1-0-2
Prize Money
$7,750
Win Range
2195
Last 10 Starts
x6679x334x
Last Run
557 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 12-1-0-2 | 2-0-0-1 | 9-1-0-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 2-0-0-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 8% | 0% | 11% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 25% | 50% | 33% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 5 | 3 | - | - | - | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/11 | 9 Jan 2025 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | 0-1 WIN | Buds & Branches Florist | 12.5m | $6,000 | James Herbertson | Fr3 | - | $6.00 | 8 days ago | - | 2:01.5 (58.4, 29.0) | Heza Gun | Coconut Mickey 5.9m | Watts Up Raptor 2.1m |
| 3/10 | 1 Jan 2025 | Echuca | 2160m | - | NR up to 50. | Phyllis Lindberg & Family | 10.8m | $7,000 | Chris Alford | Sr3 | - | $6.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:02.0 (62.7, 30.9) | Hillside | Madge Egan 1.1m | Arzali 9.7m |
| 3/10 | 26 Dec 2024 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR up to 49. | Buds & Branches Florist | 6.2m | $4,500 | Chris Alford | Fr5 | - | $7.00 | 321 days ago | - | 2:03.3 (59.6, 29.8) | Dossier | Stick With Me 2.4m | Arzali 3.8m |
| 9/9 | 9 Feb 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | - | Goodform Thetrots.com.au | 181.7m | $7,000 | Chris Alford | Fr7 | - | $151.00 | 45 days ago | - | 2:00.7 (59.3, 29.8) | Highpoint | Hephaestus Phoenix 1.1m | Inmydreams HFNK |
| 7/9 | 26 Dec 2023 | Geelong | 1609m | - | NR up to 50. | Southern Cross Feeds Trot | 12.9m | $6,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr1 | - | $4.40 | 11 days ago | - | 2:01.6 (59.8, 29.7) | Jahbella | Perfect Peak 1.8m | Bacardi Chic 2.3m |
| 6/9 | 15 Dec 2023 | Charltn | 1609m | - | NR up to 55. | North West Ag Trot | 5.5m | $7,000 | Chris Alford | Fr5 | - | $23.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.9 (60.6, 30.5) | Sonnyboy | Glengarriff NK | Bacardi Wood HFHD |
| 6/9 | 8 Dec 2023 | Bendigo | 1609m | - | - | The Wagon Apollo 3yo | 26.2m | $10,000 | David Murphy | Fr5 | - | $81.00 | 95 days ago | - | 2:01.5 (57.9, 28.7) | Moonwalka | Grumpee 5.5m | Aetos Dynamis 3.6m |
| 8/9 | 4 Sep 2023 | Marybro | 2190m | - | - | Vicbred 3yo Trot C & G Ht | 88.1m | $10,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr4 | - | $41.00 | 7 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (57.4, 28.2) | The Locomotive | Watts Up Partytime 8.9m | Fouroutoffive 6.6m |
| 7/8 | 28 Aug 2023 | Yar Val | 2150m | - | - | Hargreaves Hill 3yo Trot | 48.5m | $8,000 | Greg Sugars | Fr2 | - | $2.90 | 75 days ago | - | 2:04.5 (61.8, 30.6) | Lizzies Son | Kyvalley Anthony 2.8m | Nuclear Attitude HFNK |
| 1/10 | 14 Jun 2023 | Ararat | 2195m | - | - | E.w. Bulte 3yo+ Trot | - | $7,000 | Bailey Mcdonough | Fr7 | - | $16.00 | - | - | 2:05.0 (61.5, 31.7) | Arzali | Eagles Nest 1.2m | Macho Maori 34.3m |
| 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
Father Patrick (US)
Dam
Veruckte Phoenix
Trained at
Hamilton
Colours
Navy Blue, White Band V, Navy Blue Sleeves With Two White Armbands
Owners
S (Stevie) Pevitt-Holmes
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luke Sutherland | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B D Barnes, D P Barnes | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)
Age
9 years old
Sex
Brown - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
10-3-2-1
Distance
16-3-3-1
Track & Distance
10-3-2-1
Last Season
49-5-3-1
This Season
22-2-1-2
Career
256-26-15-27
Prize Money
$188,262
Win Range
1650 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
5542646595
Last Run
21 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 256-26-15-27 | 16-3-3-1 | 166-20-9-14 | 10-3-2-1 | 10-3-2-1 | 22-2-1-2 | 49-5-3-1 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 10% | 19% | 12% | 30% | 30% | 9% | 10% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 27% | 44% | 26% | 60% | 60% | 23% | 18% | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12 | 29 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 2190m | - | No NR. | Aldebaran Park Trot Hcp | 11.3m | $8,000 | Brett Shipway | FT Fr1 | - | $19.00 | 4 days ago | - | 2:04.1 (58.8, 29.6) | Fremarks Peggy | Watch and Act HD | Queen Kizen NZ 3.4m |
| 9/10 | 25 Jun 2026 | Balarat | 1710m | - | NR up to 55. | The Cleaners Room Trot | 36.2m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr3 | - | $23.00 | 8 days ago | - | 2:00.3 (58.1, 29.2) | No Telling Heather | Night Flight 1.5m | Poppy Popstar 9.9m |
| 5/6 | 17 Jun 2026 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR up to 55. | Mcphersons Printing Group | 26.6m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr1 | - | $21.00 | 6 days ago | - | 2:00.8 (59.4, 29.7) | Romantic Nina | Fremarks Peggy 6.1m | The Italian Dream HD |
| 6/10 | 11 Jun 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 49 to 54. | Dr. Kaida Wouters Trot | 18.9m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Sr1 | - | $51.00 | 11 days ago | - | 2:01.3 (58.3, 29.2) | Dels Destiny NZ | Off Your Faceski 2.3m | Romantic Nina 2.1m |
| 4/8 | 31 May 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 52 to 56. | Maryborough Golf Club Trot | 16.0m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr1 | - | $23.00 | 4 days ago | - | 1:59.5 (58.6, 28.9) | With Aplomb | Watch and Act 6.4m | Dels Destiny NZ 9.1m |
| 6/8 | 27 May 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Garrards Trot | 13.8m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr4 | - | $34.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:59.0 (57.7, 28.8) | The Italian Dream | Buslin Brody 2.5m | Paris Jamilla 1.5m |
| 2/10 | 29 Apr 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR up to 55. | Sheahan Plumbing Trot | 2.8m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr4 | - | $7.50 | 6 days ago | - | 2:01.9 (58.6, 30.0) | Amour Maternal | Black and Gold 2.8m | Jessicas Story NK |
| 4/10 | 23 Apr 2026 | Balarat | 2200m | - | NR 50 to 55. | Golf House Hotel Trot | 11.2m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr1 | - | $23.00 | 3 days ago | - | 1:59.8 (59.8, 30.1) | Karbine | Romantic Nina 3.0m | Noble Count NZ 5.0m |
| 5/11 | 20 Apr 2026 | Marybro | 1690m | - | NR 50 to 54. | Vital Signs Trot | 4.6m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr1 | - | $26.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:57.5 (58.3, 29.8) | With Aplomb | Hillwinsome 3.1m | Boutika HD |
| 5/12 | 10 Apr 2026 | Marybro | 2190m | - | NR up to 55. | Redpath Tyre Battery Trot | 20.7m | $6,000 | Brett Shipway | Fr6 | - | $34.00 | - | - | 2:00.9 (61.0, 31.1) | With Aplomb | Romantic Nina 6.2m | Fremarks Peggy NK |
| 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
Ships Spur
Dam
Earls Gold
Trained at
Carisbrook
Colours
Brown, Pink Maltese Cross, Brown Sleeves With Pink Pin Stripe
Owners
C M Batson, B Shipway
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brett Shipway | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B Shipway | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: POPPY POPSTAR (9) continues to perform consistently and is one of the leading chances again. She trailed the leader, used the sprint lane and finished a close second behind Jackies Gift in track record time at Echuca last outing. METRO SWISH (7) went quickly in the early stages to find and hold the lead before being run down late when a creditable second at Ballarat last outing. She has a tough draw to overcome but she is nearing a win against this class. BOUTIKA (8) commenced from the inside of the second line, was shuffled back on the markers and weaved a passage over the latter stages when a handy finishing second behind Champagnes last week. She has competed at Metropolitan level a few times recently so she appears to be well placed against this line up. MATTYO (3) is a tough type and is worth thought along with RASTAMON (5) and ARZALI (6), which is resuming but will be fitter after a trial fifth last week. BACK: POPPY POPSTAR (9) – 2 units (win)