Australian Pacing Gold Pace
9:01pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • Sprint lane • NR up to 79. • No age restrictions • $15,0009:01pm • 2240m • Mobile Start • Pacers • Sprint lane • NR up to 79. • No age restrictions • $15,000
D: James Herbertson
T: K A Stuart-Mitchell
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
19-6-2-2
Distance
6-2-1-0
Track & Distance
6-2-1-0
Last Season
10-3-1-0
This Season
9-2-1-1
Career
33-10-5-3
Prize Money
$78,975
Win Range
1660 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
x132160445
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 | 33-10-5-3 | 6-2-1-0 | 12-3-3-1 | 19-6-2-2 | 6-2-1-0 | 9-2-1-1 | 10-3-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 30% | 33% | 25% | 32% | 33% | 22% | 30% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 55% | 50% | 58% | 53% | 50% | 44% | 40% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 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 | 18 Jul 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 78 to 89. | Renown Silverware Pace | 10.3m | $11,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $31.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (55.4, 27.1) | The Art of Success | Hoorah Philtra 3.6m | Le Belle Bijoux 2.1m |
| 4/8 | 4 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 88. | Forty Winks Melton Pace | 13.5m | $17,500 | Jackie Barker | Fr4 | - | $23.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (54.6, 26.7) | Cigano | Sweet Ideal 4.0m | Let Her Roll 1.9m |
| 4/6 | 20 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 78 to 89. | Hygain Edge Pace | 13.4m | $17,500 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $34.00 | 42 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (54.4, 26.2) | The Art of Success | Storms Collide 3.5m | Soap and Bubbles SHFHD |
| 11/12 | 9 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 88. | Australian Pacing Gold | 28.7m | $17,500 | James Herbertson | Sr4 | - | $8.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (58.2, 29.6) | Son of Mac NZ | Thestatesman 3.5m | Ten Da Touch NZ HD |
| 6/12 | 18 Apr 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 78 to 89. | Nutrien Equine Bendigo | 9.4m | $17,500 | Jackie Barker | Sr2 | - | $14.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (55.8, 26.5) | New Shuffle | Arrhythmia 1.1m | Le Belle Bijoux 3.8m |
| 1/10 | 4 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 88. | Nutrien Equine Sales Pace | - | $17,500 | James Herbertson | Sr1 | - | $3.10 | 14 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (57.2, 28.3) | Always Be Blakey | Alwaysbealady 1.4m | Ten Da Touch NZ HFNK |
| 2/7 | 21 Mar 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Vicbred Voucher Pace | 1.3m | $17,500 | James Herbertson | Fr1 | - | $2.80 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (55.9, 27.9) | Meteor Moth | Always Be Blakey 1.3m | Le Belle Bijoux 6.3m |
| 3/7 | 7 Mar 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 67 to 75. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 1.9m | $15,000 | Ewa Justice | Sr1 | - | $6.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.4 (55.4, 27.2) | Rolinginthedeep | Eastbro Chrissy 1.1m | Always Be Blakey NK |
| 1/12 | 21 Feb 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 80 (NMWL6M) | Dynamic Print Group Pace | - | $10,000 | Jackie Barker | Sr1 | - | $11.00 | 175 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (57.4, 28.2) | Always Be Blakey | Soho Darknstormy 1.1m | Rick Reilly NZ 3.4m |
| 4/12 | 30 Aug 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 65 to 75. | Hygain Victory Pace | 5.2m | $17,500 | James Herbertson | Sr3 | - | $6.00 | - | - | 1:53.9 (56.7, 27.9) | Cigano | Plains in Heaven 4.7m | Just as Well NZ 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
Always B Miki USA
Dam
Gorgeous an Divine
Trained at
Wickliffe
Colours
Navy Blue And Green Diagonal Stripes, Navy Blue Sleeves, Green Stars, White Cuffs
Owners
T Peacock, K A Stuart-Mitchell
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Herbertson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K A Stuart-Mitchell | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)
Age
3 years old
Sex
Bay - Colt
Today's Stats
Track
7-2-2-2
Distance
4-2-1-0
Track & Distance
4-2-1-0
Last Season
5-1-0-3
This Season
6-3-2-1
Career
11-4-2-4
Prize Money
$57,320
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
303x112231
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 | 11-4-2-4 | 4-2-1-0 | 6-2-1-2 | 7-2-2-2 | 4-2-1-0 | 6-3-2-1 | 5-1-0-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 36% | 50% | 33% | 29% | 50% | 50% | 20% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 91% | 75% | 83% | 86% | 75% | 100% | 80% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 25 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 71. | Vhrc Pace | - | $15,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr1 | - | $1.06 | 21 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (55.7, 28.1) | Most Exciting | Hittheroadjack NZ 9.4m | Keayang Sweetheart 1.8m |
| 3/9 | 4 Jul 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Hygain Edge Pace | 7.6m | $15,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr7 | - | $2.15 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (55.7, 27.8) | Le Cardinal | Royal Appointment 7.1m | Most Exciting HD |
| 2/11 | 20 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 58 to 66. | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | NK | $10,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr5 | - | $1.22 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.9, 27.1) | Miss Ari | Most Exciting NK | Galaxy Lass 21.2m |
| 2/7 | 6 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Swift Signs 3yo Pace | HD | $15,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr5 | - | $2.90 | 14 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (55.8, 27.5) | Luvtobeuptome | Most Exciting HFNK | Le Cardinal 1.8m |
| 1/7 | 23 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Breeders Crown 3yo Noms | - | $8,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr2 | - | $1.20 | 34 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (55.7, 26.8) | Most Exciting | Our Ultimate Gracy NZ 8.9m | Where is Woody 3.9m |
| 1/7 | 19 Apr 2026 | Cranbrn | 1609m | - | NR 53 to 58. | Betavet Vicbred Voucher | - | $7,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr4 | - | $1.10 | 144 days ago | - | 1:54.6 (57.6, 28.1) | Most Exciting | Im Wesley 5.4m | Ya Bottom Dollar HFHD |
| 3/12 | 26 Nov 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | No NR. | Apg Vicbred Super Series | 8.4m | $15,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr1 | - | $4.40 | 11 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (55.3, 27.1) | Cardigan Dan | Dembe 8.3m | Most Exciting SHFHD |
| 11/12 | 15 Nov 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Apg Vicbred Super Series | 25.3m | $15,000 | Cameron Hart | Fr2 | - | $4.40 | 10 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (56.3, 27.9) | Moonlight Moth | Eyeneedthat 2.7m | Luvtobeuptome 1.9m |
| 3/10 | 5 Nov 2025 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | No NR. | Apg Vicbred Super Series | 3.0m | $10,000 | Mark Pitt | Fr3 | - | $5.50 | 8 days ago | - | 1:53.7 (55.4, 28.3) | Luvtobeuptome | Soho Charmer HD | Most Exciting 2.4m |
| 1/10 | 28 Oct 2025 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | MAIDEN | Smartloans Bendigo 2yo | - | $6,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $1.06 | - | - | 1:54.3 (56.0, 27.2) | Most Exciting | Le Cardinal 1.7m | Mezzanotti 5.1m |
| 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
Always B Miki USA
Dam
Celebrity Guest
Trained at
Cardigan
Colours
Navy Blue, White Yoke, Silver Band, Navy Blue Sleeves
Owners
W T C Stewart, P S Gleeson
| 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: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Horse
Today's Stats
Track
24-3-3-4
Distance
7-1-0-1
Track & Distance
7-1-0-1
Last Season
18-5-2-2
This Season
5-1-0-0
Career
47-10-8-6
Prize Money
$86,264
Win Range
1720 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
3147165x70
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 | 47-10-8-6 | 7-1-0-1 | 27-8-4-3 | 24-3-3-4 | 7-1-0-1 | 5-1-0-0 | 18-5-2-2 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 21% | 14% | 30% | 13% | 14% | 20% | 28% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 51% | 29% | 56% | 42% | 29% | 20% | 50% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 5 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 4 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 1 Aug 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 75. | Vicbred Voucher Pace | 16.4m | $15,000 | Blake Pace | Sr6 | - | $101.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (56.3, 28.1) | I Am the Storm | My Uncle Stan 2.1m | Dance Affair HD |
| 7/8 | 18 Jul 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 78 to 89. | Renown Silverware Pace | 11.6m | $11,000 | Adrian Pace | Fr7 | - | $81.00 | 161 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (55.4, 27.1) | The Art of Success | Hoorah Philtra 3.6m | Le Belle Bijoux 2.1m |
| 5/8 | 7 Feb 2026 | Kilmore | 2180m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Vin Knight Memorial Final | 9.2m | $25,000 | Adrian Pace | Sr1 | - | $9.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.7 (56.0, 28.5) | Ata Rangi | Major Art NZ HFHD | Ghost of Time HFHD |
| 6/8 | 31 Jan 2026 | Cranbrn | 2080m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Nzb Standardbred Pace | 11.7m | $17,500 | Adrian Pace | Sr2 | - | $5.50 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.7 (55.5, 27.5) | Ghost of Time | Major Art NZ 2.7m | Ata Rangi 1.6m |
| 1/11 | 21 Jan 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 60 to 80. | O'Sullivans Elmore Cup | - | $10,000 | Adrian Pace | Sr4 | - | $2.80 | 25 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (56.9, 27.8) | Twisting by NZ | Do It 1.2m | Hugo Rocks 3.3m |
| 7/9 | 27 Dec 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Irt Pace | 16.2m | $17,500 | Adrian Pace | Fr1 | - | $4.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:51.4 (56.0, 27.8) | My Ultimate Barney | Sweet Ideal 6.3m | My Uncle Stan SHFHD |
| 4/9 | 20 Dec 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 80 to 92. | Logical Staffing Solutions | 10.4m | $17,500 | Adrian Pace | Fr1 | - | $8.00 | 21 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (54.7, 26.6) | Calexico | Smoken Ace NZ 1.0m | Sweetnikkilou 1.9m |
| 1/11 | 29 Nov 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 75 to 88. | Betavet Pace | 3.6m | $17,500 | Adrian Pace | Fr6 | - | $4.80 | 8 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (55.6, 27.7) | Twisting by NZ | Repelling HFHD | Dhaulagiri NZ HFNK |
| 3/9 | 21 Nov 2025 | Geelong | 2100m | - | NR up to 95. | Zav Amusements Serious Fun | 7.0m | $17,500 | Adrian Pace | Fr2 | - | $5.50 | 13 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (55.8, 27.0) | Petracca | Roadmaster 6.5m | Twisting by NZ HD |
| 1/9 | 8 Nov 2025 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 67 to 75. | Ranvet Pace | - | $15,000 | Adrian Pace | Fr7 | - | $3.30 | - | - | 1:53.8 (56.0, 27.8) | Twisting by NZ | Emily Vincent 2.2m | Wattlebank Arnie NZ 3.4m |
| 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
Satire Franco (NZ)
Trained at
Harkness
Colours
White, Dark Blue Maltese Cross, Dark Blue & Red Striped Sleeves
Owners
J Pace, G Castro, C Sant, G Caon
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian Pace | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Pace | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Jodi Quinlan
T: G J Quinlan, D J Quinlan
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)
Age
4 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
5-2-0-1
Distance
4-1-0-1
Track & Distance
4-1-0-1
Last Season
3-2-0-0
This Season
4-3-0-1
Career
11-6-0-1
Prize Money
$70,837
Win Range
1609 - 2300
Last 10 Starts
9x110x3111
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 | 11-6-0-1 | 4-1-0-1 | 8-3-0-1 | 5-2-0-1 | 4-1-0-1 | 4-3-0-1 | 3-2-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 55% | 25% | 38% | 40% | 25% | 75% | 67% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 64% | 50% | 50% | 60% | 50% | 100% | 67% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 18 Jul 2026 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 75. | King Of Swing | - | $20,400 | Blake Fitzpatrick | Fr9 | - | $2.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:54.0 (55.8, 27.1) | Miss Ari | Ultimate Diva 4.5m | Butter Cup 1.8m |
| 1/7 | 4 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 58 to 66. | Swift Signs Pace | - | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $1.20 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (55.2, 27.4) | Miss Ari | Sharp Interest HD | Gunforhire 5.5m |
| 1/11 | 20 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 58 to 66. | Hip Pocket Castlemaine | - | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $5.50 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.9, 27.1) | Miss Ari | Most Exciting NK | Galaxy Lass 21.2m |
| 3/8 | 6 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 58 to 66. | Hyland Racing Colours Pace | 9.6m | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $3.40 | 392 days ago | - | 1:57.1 (55.0, 26.7) | Dynamitedan | Keayang Sweetheart 6.5m | Miss Ari 3.1m |
| 10/10 | 10 May 2025 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | John Gibson Nsw Oaks G1 | 59.4m | $200,000 | Chris Alford | Fr8 | - | $9.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (54.7, 27.4) | Cool and Classy | Soho Americano 3.3m | Sugar Pie Honey 3.4m |
| 1/10 | 3 May 2025 | Menangl | 2300m | - | No NR. | Cordina Chick.nsw Oaks Ht3 | - | $20,400 | Chris Alford | Fr5 | - | $19.00 | 15 days ago | - | 1:54.9 (54.8, 27.5) | Miss Ari | Beach Diamond 7.9m | Cool and Classy 2.0m |
| 1/9 | 18 Apr 2025 | Cranbrn | 1609m | - | NR 50 to 54. | Decron Pace | - | $6,000 | Greg Sugars | Sr2 | - | $1.75 | 216 days ago | - | 1:56.8 (58.0, 29.5) | Miss Ari | Olivia Rose HD | In an Ideal World HFHD |
| 9/12 | 14 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Captain Crunch Vss 2yo F | 32.8m | $150,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $12.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.7 (57.5, 28.5) | Ivseenheavenslight | Let Her Roll 1.2m | Soho Americano 5.2m |
| 4/11 | 7 Sep 2024 | Melton | 2240m | - | No NR. | Captain Crunch Vss 2yo F | 8.6m | $20,000 | Chris Alford | Sr6 | - | $14.00 | 10 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (55.8, 27.7) | Tupelo | Tenaciously HD | Alifetimeforliving 2.5m |
| 1/10 | 28 Aug 2024 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | No NR. | Captain Crunch Vss 2yo | - | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $9.00 | - | - | 1:59.3 (57.5, 27.4) | Miss Ari | Brighton HFNK | Evileye 14.1m |
| 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
Art Major USA
Dam
Miss Deville
Trained at
Drouin West
Colours
Pink, Royal Blue Diamond, Royal Blue & White Striped Sleeves
Owners
Wilkes Park, C Wells, H Fisher
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jodi Quinlan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G J Quinlan, D J Quinlan | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)
Age
9 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
72-5-5-3
Distance
39-2-3-1
Track & Distance
39-2-3-1
Last Season
35-3-1-5
This Season
29-3-5-1
Career
163-21-16-14
Prize Money
$196,077
Win Range
1609 - 2631
Last 10 Starts
0398605221
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 | 163-21-16-14 | 39-2-3-1 | 85-11-7-6 | 72-5-5-3 | 39-2-3-1 | 29-3-5-1 | 35-3-1-5 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 5% | 13% | 7% | 5% | 10% | 9% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 31% | 15% | 28% | 18% | 15% | 31% | 26% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 8 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/7 | 31 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | $5000 last 4 starts | Australian Pacing Gold | - | $8,000 | Sean O'sullivan | Fr5 | - | $3.10 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.9 (56.0, 27.7) | Hittheroadjack NZ | Pesci 1.5m | Ferrigno 4.6m |
| 2/8 | 25 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 71. | Vhrc Pace | 9.4m | $15,000 | Sean O'sullivan | Fr4 | - | $34.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (55.7, 28.1) | Most Exciting | Hittheroadjack NZ 9.4m | Keayang Sweetheart 1.8m |
| 2/8 | 18 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 77. | Hertz Melton Pace | 9.8m | $11,000 | Sean O'sullivan | Fr1 | - | $41.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (54.7, 26.7) | Fairplay | Hittheroadjack NZ 9.8m | Thestatesman 3.6m |
| 5/7 | 10 Jul 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | $5000 last 4 starts | Australian Pacing Gold | 26.0m | $8,000 | Sean O'sullivan | Fr4 | - | $21.00 | 13 days ago | - | 1:53.9 (56.1, 27.7) | Le Belle Bijoux | Leavemeout 9.0m | Ubetta Knot 7.2m |
| 11/11 | 27 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 71. | Garrards Horse & Hound | 42.9m | $15,000 | Sean O'sullivan | Sr1 | - | $81.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.4 (55.0, 26.4) | Apollostorm | Le Cardinal 1.4m | Keayang Payton 29.8m |
| 6/9 | 20 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 77. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 16.3m | $15,000 | Sean O'sullivan | Fr3 | - | $71.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.1, 28.7) | Big Sledge Hammer | Kartiare HFHD | Ozzie Corka 5.0m |
| 8/11 | 13 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Lamaros Hotel Pace | 22.0m | $10,000 | Ewa Justice | Fr7 | - | $101.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (56.2, 28.0) | Clymenus NZ | Hugo Rocks 8.5m | Thestatesman HFNK |
| 9/10 | 6 Jun 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 67 to 75. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 16.2m | $15,000 | Taylor Youl | Fr5 | - | $51.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:52.9 (55.5, 27.5) | I Am the Storm | Odin 2.6m | Perun NZ HFNK |
| 3/8 | 29 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 80 (NMWL6M) | Forty Winks Melton Pace | 19.7m | $10,000 | Taylor Youl | Fr2 | - | $14.00 | 6 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (56.3, 28.4) | Odin | Sea Fury NZ 17.7m | Hittheroadjack NZ 2.0m |
| 10/10 | 23 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 65 to 75. | Prydes Easifeed Pace | 18.1m | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Fr4 | - | $26.00 | - | - | 1:56.4 (57.3, 28.7) | Tooram Magic | Cee Cee Lou HFHD | Odin 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
Terror to Love NZ
Dam
Blackjacky (NZ)
Trained at
Melton
Colours
Yellow, Green Shamrock
Owners
D J Mullan, A T Mullan
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean O'Sullivan | 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: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)
Age
5 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
33-3-4-4
Distance
19-2-3-3
Track & Distance
19-2-3-3
Last Season
19-3-2-0
This Season
12-0-2-4
Career
50-7-11-4
Prize Money
$81,620
Win Range
1690 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
6828323837
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 | 50-7-11-4 | 19-2-3-3 | 31-5-7-3 | 33-3-4-4 | 19-2-3-3 | 12-0-2-4 | 19-3-2-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 14% | 11% | 16% | 9% | 11% | 0% | 16% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 44% | 42% | 48% | 33% | 42% | 50% | 26% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 8 | 6 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/11 | 1 Aug 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 75. | Vicbred Voucher Pace | 8.8m | $15,000 | Josh Duggan | Fr4 | - | $61.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:52.3 (56.3, 28.1) | I Am the Storm | My Uncle Stan 2.1m | Dance Affair HD |
| 3/8 | 18 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 77. | Hertz Melton Pace | 13.4m | $11,000 | Chris Alford | Fr5 | - | $6.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (54.7, 26.7) | Fairplay | Hittheroadjack NZ 9.8m | Thestatesman 3.6m |
| 8/9 | 11 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 70 to 79. | Hygain Edge Pace | 33.2m | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Fr5 | - | $5.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.6 (57.6, 28.9) | Big Sledge Hammer | Clymenus NZ 1.3m | Soho Darknstormy 6.3m |
| 3/9 | 27 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 72 to 82. | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 2.9m | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Fr2 | - | $2.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:56.3 (57.2, 28.6) | Good Tobe Locksley | Soho Darknstormy NK | Thestatesman 2.1m |
| 2/9 | 20 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 77. | Breeders Crown 3yo Noms | 6.6m | $15,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $71.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.0 (55.6, 27.8) | Dynamitedan | Thestatesman 6.6m | Clymenus NZ 2.6m |
| 3/11 | 13 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Lamaros Hotel Pace | 9.3m | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Sr1 | - | $4.40 | 15 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (56.2, 28.0) | Clymenus NZ | Hugo Rocks 8.5m | Thestatesman HFNK |
| 8/8 | 29 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR up to 80 (NMWL6M) | Forty Winks Melton Pace | 56.0m | $10,000 | Chris Alford | Fr6 | - | $3.80 | 20 days ago | - | 1:55.2 (56.3, 28.4) | Odin | Sea Fury NZ 17.7m | Hittheroadjack NZ 2.0m |
| 2/12 | 9 May 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 88. | Australian Pacing Gold | 3.5m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Fr1 | - | $3.20 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.6 (58.2, 29.6) | Son of Mac NZ | Thestatesman 3.5m | Ten Da Touch NZ HD |
| 8/9 | 2 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Vicbred Voucher Pace | 17.1m | $17,500 | Chris Alford | Fr5 | - | $23.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (55.1, 27.1) | Keayang Renegade | Le Belle Bijoux 7.8m | Blake Bolac 1.0m |
| 6/11 | 25 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 71. | Dynamic Print Group Pace | 7.8m | $15,000 | Josh Duggan | Sr4 | - | $61.00 | - | - | 1:56.3 (56.2, 27.5) | Brooklyn Dan | Zanda Man HFHD | Galaxy Lass 5.8m |
| 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
Classic Bliss
Trained at
Bolinda
Colours
White, Red Yoke, Waistband & Braces, White Diamonds, Silver Outline, White Sleeves, Red A & Cuffs
Owners
A P (Anthony) Attard
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Alford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A M Alford | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
D: Ryan Sanderson (a(C))
T: S J O'Donoghue
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)
Age
7 years old
Sex
Bay - Gelding
Today's Stats
Track
5-1-0-0
Distance
2-1-0-0
Track & Distance
2-1-0-0
Last Season
5-3-1-0
This Season
6-1-0-0
Career
20-7-3-1
Prize Money
$45,220
Win Range
1690 - 2690
Last 10 Starts
14x716450x
Last Run
84 days ago
Win S/Rate
Place S/Rate
| Total | Distance | Dist Range | Track | Trk & Dist | This Season | Last Season | 1st Up | 2nd Up | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stats | 20-7-3-1 | 2-1-0-0 | 12-5-2-0 | 5-1-0-0 | 2-1-0-0 | 6-1-0-0 | 5-3-1-0 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 35% | 50% | 42% | 20% | 50% | 17% | 60% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 55% | 50% | 58% | 20% | 50% | 17% | 80% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 2 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10 | 16 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR up to 105. | Irt Pace | 35.8m | $17,500 | Abbey Turnbull | Fr2 | - | $71.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:51.9 (56.9, 27.9) | Sweet Ideal | Soap and Bubbles NK | Our Luciano 11.7m |
| 5/9 | 2 May 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 70 to 85. | Vicbred Voucher Pace | 12.8m | $17,500 | Ryan Sanderson | Sr2 | - | $21.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (55.1, 27.1) | Keayang Renegade | Le Belle Bijoux 7.8m | Blake Bolac 1.0m |
| 4/12 | 18 Apr 2026 | Bendigo | 1650m | - | NR 78 to 89. | Nutrien Equine Bendigo | 6.9m | $17,500 | Abbey Turnbull | Fr5 | - | $61.00 | 28 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (55.8, 26.5) | New Shuffle | Arrhythmia 1.1m | Le Belle Bijoux 3.8m |
| 6/7 | 21 Mar 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | NR 80 to 89. | Vicbred Voucher Pace | 16.1m | $17,500 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr2 | - | $2.10 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.5 (55.9, 27.9) | Meteor Moth | Always Be Blakey 1.3m | Le Belle Bijoux 6.3m |
| 1/11 | 7 Mar 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | International Womens Day | - | $15,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr4 | - | $3.50 | 45 days ago | - | 1:56.4 (55.5, 27.3) | Followtheace | Vincenzo 3.0m | Big Sledge Hammer 1.4m |
| 7/11 | 21 Jan 2026 | Bendigo | 2150m | - | NR 60 to 80. | O'Sullivans Elmore Cup | 12.7m | $10,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr7 | - | $12.00 | 319 days ago | - | 1:57.4 (56.9, 27.8) | Twisting by NZ | Do It 1.2m | Hugo Rocks 3.3m |
| 4/9 | 8 Mar 2025 | Melton | 2240m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Nevele R Stud Pace | 6.3m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Sr3 | - | $1.60 | 11 days ago | - | 1:57.6 (57.2, 29.3) | Alot Like Louie | Stormy Woods HFHD | Wotdidusaaay 1.9m |
| 1/10 | 25 Feb 2025 | Shepptn | 2190m | - | NR 65 or better. | Saddleworld Shepparton | - | $8,000 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr3 | - | $1.50 | 24 days ago | - | 1:58.5 (55.1, 27.4) | Followtheace | Our Vincent Can Gogh NZ HD | Mongiana HD |
| 2/10 | 1 Feb 2025 | Menangl | 2300m | - | 4YO+ 0W/20K Stakes | Bestinbeds.com.au | 7.4m | $20,400 | Ryan Sanderson | Fr6 | - | $2.70 | 11 days ago | - | 1:53.6 (55.3, 27.0) | Captain Blood | Followtheace 7.4m | Dashing 6.7m |
| 1/7 | 21 Jan 2025 | Shepptn | 1690m | - | NR 56 to 64. | Hunter Rural Pace | - | $7,000 | James Herbertson | Fr7 | - | $1.30 | - | - | 1:54.8 (55.9, 27.6) | Followtheace | Night School 5.1m | Bubby to Base 7.3m |
| 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
Art Major USA
Dam
Cullens Ace
Trained at
Kialla
Colours
White, Orange Diamond & Sleeves
Owners
J D (John) Eichhorn
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryan Sanderson | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S J O'Donoghue | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)
Age
6 years old
Sex
Bay - Mare
Today's Stats
Track
26-2-4-1
Distance
10-1-1-0
Track & Distance
10-1-1-0
Last Season
24-2-4-3
This Season
13-3-1-0
Career
72-9-10-8
Prize Money
$84,123
Win Range
1609 - 2240
Last 10 Starts
2419x08666
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 | 72-9-10-8 | 10-1-1-0 | 30-4-5-2 | 26-2-4-1 | 10-1-1-0 | 13-3-1-0 | 24-2-4-3 | 0-0-0-0 | 0-0-0-0 | |
| Win % | 13% | 10% | 13% | 8% | 10% | 23% | 8% | 0% | 0% | |
| Place % | 38% | 20% | 37% | 27% | 20% | 31% | 38% | 0% | 0% | |
| Rank | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 7 | - | - |
| Finish | Date | Track | Distance | Race No. | Cond. | Class | Margin | Prize won | Driver | BR | Handicap | SP | Last Run | Settle | Mile rate | Winner | 2nd | 3rd |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/8 | 25 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 71. | Vhrc Pace | 18.2m | $15,000 | Michael Bellman | Fr5 | - | $23.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:54.5 (55.7, 28.1) | Most Exciting | Hittheroadjack NZ 9.4m | Keayang Sweetheart 1.8m |
| 6/8 | 18 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 77. | Hertz Melton Pace | 18.2m | $11,000 | Scott Ewen | Fr2 | - | $51.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:56.1 (54.7, 26.7) | Fairplay | Hittheroadjack NZ 9.8m | Thestatesman 3.6m |
| 6/7 | 4 Jul 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 58 to 66. | Swift Signs Pace | 12.6m | $10,000 | Scott Ewen | Sr1 | - | $34.00 | 14 days ago | - | 1:59.1 (55.2, 27.4) | Miss Ari | Sharp Interest HD | Gunforhire 5.5m |
| 8/9 | 20 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 67 to 77. | Benstud Standardbreds Pace | 21.0m | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $5.00 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.1, 28.7) | Big Sledge Hammer | Kartiare HFHD | Ozzie Corka 5.0m |
| 10/11 | 13 Jun 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 60 to 69. | Lamaros Hotel Pace | 24.5m | $10,000 | Scott Ewen | Sr4 | - | $71.00 | 70 days ago | - | 1:54.3 (56.2, 28.0) | Clymenus NZ | Hugo Rocks 8.5m | Thestatesman HFNK |
| 9/10 | 4 Apr 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | NR 75 to 88. | Nutrien Equine Sales Pace | 17.8m | $17,500 | Scott Ewen | Fr4 | - | $7.50 | 7 days ago | - | 1:57.8 (57.2, 28.3) | Always Be Blakey | Alwaysbealady 1.4m | Ten Da Touch NZ HFNK |
| 1/11 | 28 Mar 2026 | Melton | 1720m | - | 0W/15.0K stake | Lamaros Hotel Pace | - | $15,000 | James Herbertson | Fr1 | - | $1.55 | 14 days ago | - | 1:53.3 (55.5, 27.6) | Tara Victory NZ | Mighty Jolt HD | Royal Appointment 4.1m |
| 4/7 | 14 Mar 2026 | Menangl | 1609m | - | NR up to 95. | Condell Park Produce | 10.6m | $20,400 | James Herbertson | Fr1 | - | $34.00 | 8 days ago | - | 1:50.6 (54.5, 27.3) | Tokyo Rose NZ | Eye Keep Smiling 1.6m | Cerise Rainbow HD |
| 2/9 | 6 Mar 2026 | Melton | 2240m | - | Up to 80 (NMWL6M) | Apg Pace | HD | $10,000 | James Herbertson | Fr5 | - | $2.10 | 7 days ago | - | 1:55.8 (56.7, 28.3) | Madrigal NZ | Tara Victory NZ HFNK | Hes All Torque 4.5m |
| 1/10 | 27 Feb 2026 | Newcast | 1609m | - | NR up to 60. | 2hd Breakfast With Richard | - | $9,792 | James Herbertson | Fr6 | - | $1.65 | - | - | 1:53.4 (55.8, 27.8) | Tara Victory NZ | Rocknroll Gig 4.5m | Nocturnal 12.9m |
| 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
Vincent
Dam
Tara Tutaia (NZ)
Trained at
Cranbourne
Colours
Blue, Cerise V & Sleeves
Owners
S L Ewen, N G Grenfell, T Golding, T Sander
| Driver (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Bellman | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
| Trainer (12 months) | Stats | Win % | Place % | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S L Ewen | 0-0-0-0 | 0% | 0% | - |
Race comment
OVERVIEW: MISS ARI (8) was able to nail MOST EXCITING (7) in the shadows of the post here at Melton back on June 20 thanks to a wonderful Chris Alford drive and since then she’s won again at HQ in gritty style from the chair and also at Menangle when sprinting too fast to score decisively on July 18. She’s a very good mare and I’ll remain in her corner, thinking she can round up her rivals and make it four-straight triumphs. MOST EXCITING (7) is the obvious danger and likely favourite based off his outstanding form this campaign and front-line draw. Since his defeat from MISS ARI (8), he’s run third to Le Cardinal and scored a big victory back here at Melton a fortnight ago. If he can find the front – and it’s a big if given the speed underneath him – he looks hard to beat. THESTATESMAN (5) continued his good form with another strong-finishing effort for seventh – beaten just 8.8m – last weekend behind I Am The Storm and just needs luck in running to be a factor, while TWISTING BY (2) hasn’t had the draws to do much in two runs this time in, but can improve sharply from barrier two. BACK: MISS ARI (8) – 2 units (win)