Racing In The West

[schonegg]

Jake, Werd has developed into a speedball rolling in front!

RJ, 1200m might be perfect for Delianuova, good debut.

Anyone taking notes on last Saturday's meeting might want to add that the inside pad was certainly better going.

Back to Belmont this Saturday!

[jake]

Jake, Werd has developed into a speedball rolling in front!


hi schonegg..do you think werd could handle the higher class races?

[schonegg]

hey Jake, his Rating is now 85 so they probably should race him again in a 74-86 Band to get another win (would get topweight so they'd Claim), then think about open class. Certainly an improving type.

[schonegg]

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The exciting Waratah's Secret resumes in the first, 60kg and all. $1.55 is a joke price though.



R6 WA Sires Produce

Top chances

5 Motion Pictures - was ridden hard to win the Karrakatta, is she fresh enough for another maximum effort? The good barrier will give her a soft run, distance shouldn't be a problem, top pick.

2 Big Josh - Didn't finish as well as Miss Condition last time, but by sire Blackfriars expecting he'll get better as the distances get longer. Barrier 9 is tricky, might be 3 wide with a trail. Worth a shot at $7+.


Others

6 Miss Condition - great run in the Karrakatta, wide and still ran on well.


Lay

7 Ortessa - sat outside the leader last start and bolted clear. This is a much different race against some strong finishers and it's a risk at the short odds $4.5


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[Rogan Josh]

Another top effort from Motion Pictures today! Any plans to head east guys?

[schonegg]

Trainer didn't mention East in post race interview but you never know. She should get 1600m.

One to follow is Canardly Miss. Ran home well without really threatening. There's a Provincial final at Belmont in a couple of weeks which will suit her.

[Rogan Josh]

Thanks schonegg. Since read going for a spell then back for the Ascot summer carnival.

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last sat

..brandy lane..5th..warming late..over-raced early stages..

..striken..runner-up..warming late..had difficulty obtaining clear running until the 200m..

[jake]

Thanks schonegg. Since read going for a spell then back for the Ascot summer carnival.
..as per trainer interview..wa guineas is likely to be her next main target..

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last sat

..striken..runner-up..warming late..had difficulty obtaining clear running until the 200m..
..won yesterday..ew odds..

[schonegg]

Well done Jake. Striken has been very consistent.

One to follow from last Saturday is Casanova Jack. Was firstup and raced outside the lead, putting pressure on the leader well before the turn(why?) and stuck on for 3rd behind the two closers.

[jake]

..thanks schonegg..striken is very honest..
..casanova jack has a great 2nd-up record..so should be very interesting next start..

[Rogan Josh]

What's the latest, Kid Choisir, guys? Thought a top effort earlier this month winning the Northam Sprint firstup. Any plans to head east?

[schonegg]

Race1 - Waratah's Secret began awkwardly last time, took a sit and finished close 2nd, well ahead of the rest. Not the ideal distance but should win at short odds.

Race3 - Staeck took off too early last time on Chin Chin. Better for the run at the distance and drawn well again. Dangers 4/8.

Race4 - Joke price for Tudor Lad, but nothing else stands out. Stay out of this race.

Race6 - very tough race. Eachway at $10 going for Coiled Spring. Will probably box seat and have every chance. Multiples throw in first upper Chance In Time.

Race7 - Bolton Sprint. Good race, but almost impossible as there's lots of queries. Will probably have something small on Black In Time, and in multiples.


RJ, would like to know as well re Kid Choisir. Top win at Northam.

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last sat

..brandy lane..5th..warming late..over-raced early stages..


..ran 4th yesterday..commenced run wide & before the turn..
..hopefully will be ridden with more patience next start..

[MyHatMyCoat]

What's the latest, Kid Choisir, guys? Thought a top effort earlier this month winning the Northam Sprint firstup. Any plans to head east?
They were talking the Bolton Sprint just run & a trip to Melbourne. Didn't accept for the Bolton, not sure why not?

[MyHatMyCoat]

Race7 - Bolton Sprint. Good race, but almost impossible as there's lots of queries. Will probably have something small on Black In Time, and in multiples.

Not much luck Black In Time, schonegg. Restricted room final stages, Jessica Hill unable to ride her mount out.

Most impressive the Bolton Sprint winner, Grand Nirvana. Interestingly the owner / breeder had aspirations for Grand Nirvana to stand at stud, but they decided to geld him last summer instead. The way the horse won on Sat suggests they may have made the right decision.

[MyHatMyCoat]

Race3 - Staeck took off too early last time on Chin Chin. Better for the run at the distance and drawn well again.
Easy win to Chin Chin, schonegg. Connections have a high opinion of the horse. Likely to back up this Saturday, then spelled and the brought back for an Ascot campaign later this year.

[schonegg]

...Chin Chin...Connections have a high opinion of the horse. Likely to back up this Saturday....You're right Hat, in again tomorrow. $2 isn't value but is improving and on Limit weight. Might go the 4-3 Exacta.

R3 - Waratah's Secret has burned holes in punters' pockets big time lately. In this race the distance suits, should lead easily, must finally break through. In multiples 3&4.

R5 - Thundelarra gets back but was a little unlucky last time and 3rd up should be ready and be in the finish. Multiples 6&7&1.

[schonegg]

Some massive form reversals probably due to the rain, but of the good runs Premardal is worth following as it ran a good sectional beating Waratah's Secret in R3 (spacing the rest).

[jake]

..thanks schonegg..striken is very honest..
..casanova jack has a great 2nd-up record..so should be very interesting next start..

..another win to striken..

[jake]

One to follow from last Saturday is Casanova Jack. Was firstup and raced outside the lead, putting pressure on the leader well before the turn(why?) and stuck on for 3rd behind the two closers.
casanova jack..looked just a littler disappointing sat..schonegg

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last sat

jeverre..rattled home..beaten a lip..
dante's alert..got home well..beaten snk..

[schonegg]

With some drying weather the track should play fairer than last week.

R1) Mabel Grace to lead throughout. Out of a Serheed mare so 1600m shouldn't be a problem. Too short for win so a 2-1 Exacta at more than $3 would be value. Villagio for trifectas.

R3) Mega Mak not raced since Dec 08 and the trainer is only fair with first uppers so we need to check the fluctuations.

R4) The way this might be run will suit Sacred Crown but many are tipping it so it'll be unders, so a big watch on Lordsea from Tony Noonan's Satellite stable. Will go forward.

R6) Roma Cup. Kid Choisir is into WFA grade but won very well at Northam and from a good draw will probably box seat. Small stakes though as it's a talent field. Watch on first upper Phenomenons for future races.

[schonegg]

casanova jack..looked just a littler disappointing sat
Yes Jake, although if next time is on a good track I think we can follow up.

[jake]

Jake, Werd has developed into a speedball rolling in front!

..fav in the next at belmont..imo toughest assignment to-date..claim will help..might just watch..

[jake]

R6) Roma Cup. Kid Choisir is into WFA grade but won very well at Northam and from a good draw will probably box seat. Small stakes though as it's a talent field. Watch on first upper Phenomenons for future races.
..many chances schonegg..if kid choisir does well today..an eastern states campaign would have to be a consideration..

[jake]

R3) Mega Mak not raced since Dec 08 and the trainer is only fair with first uppers so we need to check the fluctuations.

..was a very nice performance by mega mak yesterday..schonegg..after such a long layoff..has to be improved by the run..

[schonegg]

On Werd, I thought it was going to be tough for him but he keeps winning Jake! Hope you put something on him.

From yesterday, congrats to Jim Taylor on getting the quinella in the Roma Cup. He nearly got the Trifecta as well.

One to follow is Mabel Grace. Didn't lead and she didn't like being restrained. Expect that to change next time.

[MyHatMyCoat]

R3 - Waratah's Secret has burned holes in punters' pockets big time lately. In this race the distance suits, should lead easily, must finally break through. In multiples 3&4.
I think you'll find that Waratah's Secret has gone to the spelling paddock. Trainer hasn't been happy with the horse this prep, neither have the punters! LOL

[MyHatMyCoat]

..many chances schonegg..if kid choisir does well today..an eastern states campaign would have to be a consideration..
On the surface, a poor run. Perhaps something in the stewards report?

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last wed

mighty rossa..crowded at the start..held up from on straightening until the 200m..ran on well for 3rd..

good answer..ran on well for good win..improving stayer..

[schonegg]

Race 1 - very average stayers race where most can win, save your money.
Race 2 - Lay Hot Tamale. She's in great form but should get more pressure in this.
Race 3 - raps are big for Mabel Grace to lead throughout or boxseat. For multiples include Eternal Power.
Race 4 - Dino Mak eachway at $8.
Race 8 - Jeverre in Multiples. From barrier 16 she will be back and wide with a trail and relying on some luck but she'll run on strongly late.

[jake]

On the surface, a poor run. Perhaps something in the stewards report?
kid choisir checked at the 900m..thats about it..was a bit of a break between runs..

[jake]

Race 1 - very average stayers race where most can win, save your money.

yeah..have to agree schonegg..
if you have to have a bet..try multies around..la soeur noir & rich success..

[jake]

Race 2 - Lay Hot Tamale. She's in great form but should get more pressure in this.

..nice call schonegg..

[schonegg]

..casanova jack has a great 2nd-up record..so should be very interesting next start..
It was third-up this time and scraped home but deserved it as he's very consistent.

Paul Harvey is in good form again.

[jake]

..yeah..just got there schonegg..but was a gutsy effort..& agree..top ride harvey..taking the sit early..from a wide barrier..

[MyHatMyCoat]

kid choisir checked at the 900m..thats about it..was a bit of a break between runs..
Received a badly-cut heel during that check, may be sent back to the paddock to be prepared for the Ascot summer carnival.

[schonegg]

Rail in True position which is the first time this season. The earlier races might be better nearer the fence.

R2) Best chance for Manila I Scream to breakthrough and can't see it missing the place. Galaxy Queen can also win. Lay Zuboyne.

R5) I'm Elite has been a hype horse and had a good Trial win, just not sure from that bad barrier if he can cross the field easily. Go Buster racing over his best distance should go into Multiples.

R7) Like most weeks another very tough Open class field. Roman Time will get a glorious run just off the speed. Very hard to beat. Broadway Belle into the Multiples.

[jake]

Received a badly-cut heel during that check, may be sent back to the paddock to be prepared for the Ascot summer carnival.
kid choisir..last today..might spell now..

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 9/6

tranquility..strong winner over 1650..4th race start..looks a handy type..

prince courvoisier..won well over 1200..3rd run this time in..should continue the good form..

bites the dust..runner-up over 1200..blocked for a clear run from on straightening until approaching the 200m..

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..sat 12/6

global flirt..strong winner over 1200..now winner 3 from 4..certainty beaten other start..

megem's boy..slowly away..runner-up..ran on well..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Nice USA debut by Scenic Blast on the weekend according to reports. Just warming at the end of a 1200m sprint. Trainer thinks he should do well over more ground.

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last wed 30/6

orbital motion..strong winner over 1200 at only 2nd race start..should go on with it..

don't park..raced wide on straightening..lay inwards from the 150m until the 100m..finished the race off nicely for 2nd..

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..last sat 3/7

mega mak..slow away..got home very well for 3rd..

baskerville street..unable to obtain clear running from on straightening until near the 100m..got going late to finish 4th..

peach tree slow away..held up on straightening..bumped near 375m..further impeded for clear running..still got home very well for close 2nd..

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last wed

mighty rossa..crowded at the start..held up from on straightening until the 200m..ran on well for 3rd..

2 starts since..2nd over 1650..& then winner belmont guineas..at 25/1

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 9/6

prince courvoisier..won well over 1200..3rd run this time in..should continue the good form..

bites the dust..runner-up over 1200..blocked for a clear run from on straightening until approaching the 200m..
both these horses have since won..

[MyHatMyCoat]

2 starts since..2nd over 1650..& then winner belmont guineas..at 25/1
Nice pickup, jake. Did you bet Mighty Rossa in the Guineas? Got under my guard.

[jake]

..small ew only..hat..but better than nothing..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Nice USA debut by Scenic Blast on the weekend according to reports. Just warming at the end of a 1200m sprint. Trainer thinks he should do well over more ground.
Scenic Blast is due to have his second American start in a Grade One race over 1200m at Del Mar, California this weekend. Good luck to connections, hope he does well.

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..last wed 28/7

excellar..slowly away..raced wide throughout..finishing off well for 5th..
irish action..held up from on straightening until near the 200m..finished off well for 2nd..
miss el guerrouj..over raced early..steadied near the 800m..unable to obtain clear running in the straight..finishing off well for close 4th..

[jake]

Scenic Blast is due to have his second American start in a Grade One race over 1200m at Del Mar, California this weekend. Good luck to connections, hope he does well.
..just read he ran 2nd..beaten 1.5 lens..beat the odds-on fav home..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Was a good run, jake. Raced behind the leader (& eventual winner). Lost a bit of ground before the turn. Got going again, finished off gamely. Will be better for the run. They ran 1.09.21 for the 1200.

[Rogan Josh]

Early days but hasn't Rose looked good winning her only 2 starts
Was particularly impressed with yesterday's win

[Rogan Josh]

Casper Cowboy looked good in the Newmarket. Been around for a while. Rejuvenated? Actually thought he had retired.

[jake]

a lot of money lost..for your eyes only!..

agree with trainer..treated harshly at the weights..
eg..met shock value 3.5kg worse..beaten 2.75len..by that horse..last they met..

[Sands]

Just checking the results Belmont races today
Anyone know why the 4th was abandoned?

[MyHatMyCoat]

Early days but hasn't Rose looked good winning her only 2 starts
Was particularly impressed with yesterday's win
Yeah a late bloomer RJ, 5-Y-O, 2 race starts for 2 wins. A half-sister to El Presidente. Trained by Bruce Watkins, who trained El Presidente, Danny Beau & Charlie Beau. Might be off for a spell now & back for the fillies and mares races this summer.

[Rogan Josh]

Didn't know she is a half-sister to El Presidente, even better! Thanks Hat.

[Rogan Josh]

What's the story with King Kool Kat guys? 7 years-old. Was 1 win from 50 starts. Just completed a hat-trick of wins since resuming from a spell.

[MyHatMyCoat]

Just checking the results Belmont races today
Anyone know why the 4th was abandoned?
Race was called-off whilst in progress, Sands. Tractor towing starting-stalls away crashed into the outside fence up near the turn into the straight. Probably could have let the race finish imo but taking no chances I guess.

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..last wed 28/7

excellar..slowly away..raced wide throughout..finishing off well for 5th..
irish action..held up from on straightening until near the 200m..finished off well for 2nd..
miss el guerrouj..over raced early..steadied near the 800m..unable to obtain clear running in the straight..finishing off well for close 4th..
excellar..winner only start since..
irish action..winner only start since..
miss el guerrouj..unplaced only start since..again no luck in running..

[jake]

What's the story with King Kool Kat guys? 7 years-old. Was 1 win from 50 starts. Just completed a hat-trick of wins since resuming from a spell.
..whatever he is on..i want some..lol..won again yesterday..

[MyHatMyCoat]

What's the story with King Kool Kat guys? 7 years-old. Was 1 win from 50 starts. Just completed a hat-trick of wins since resuming from a spell.
Read somewhere that he had hoof problems for a long time which has finally been resolved. Isn't he going well!

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..last wed 25/8

sunsilkin..laid in & bumped passing the 200m..rider stopped riding to straighten..still got home strongly to win..was 1st-up from 5 months break..

avonmore terrace..raced wide from the 500m..but still rattled home to be a close runner-up..

snuglet..held up for clear running from on straightening until passing the 200m..ran on well when clear to be a close runner-up..

[Sands]

Race was called-off whilst in progress, Sands. Tractor towing starting-stalls away crashed into the outside fence up near the turn into the straight. Probably could have let the race finish imo but taking no chances I guess.
Thanks for the feedback Hat
Read the story after your post
Good thing they had replacement barriers for the remainder of the meeting!

[jake]

..whatever he is on..i want some..lol..won again yesterday..
..and won again today!!

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..last wed 1/9

zebook..rider fined for failing to ride his mount out fully to the end of the race..still got home well for 3rd..

demelza's wings..held up on straightening and again passing the 300m..ran on well for 3rd..

ringmeister..blocked for clear running between the 400m and the 300m..once clear finished well to be runner-up..

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last wed 30/6

orbital motion..strong winner over 1200 at only 2nd race start..should go on with it.....
..since..runner-up (unlucky in running)..then winner..

[Rogan Josh]

..and won again today!!
Can he make it 6 in-a-row tomorrow jake? Looks nicely weighted but it is a strong field

[Rogan Josh]

The King was a real Kool Kat! Did it easy. What's next?

[MyHatMyCoat]

The King was a real Kool Kat! Did it easy. What's next?
Off for a break now RJ, then back later this year (Summer Carnival).

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..last sat 18/9

if you do..held up from on straightening until the 250m..bumped near the 200m..strong to the line for close 3rd..

heart ache..over-raced early and middle stages..ran on strongly to win in convincing fashion..

[Rogan Josh]

Off for a break now RJ, then back later this year (Summer Carnival).
Thanks for the feedback Hat. Isn't Hay List doing extra well since travelling east!

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..last wed 22/9

casartelli..having 1st start..blocked for clear running from the 200m until passing the 50m..got to the line strongly when clear..only beaten 1 len..

lady ladette..raced wide throughout..still got home strongly to be runner-up..

never forgotten..held up on straightening and near the 250m was angled outwards across heels and bumped another runner..finished off well..close 3rd..

irish action..raced wide on straightening..lay inwards considerably over the final 200m..rider not able to ride out fully..runner-up in a close finish..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Thanks for the feedback Hat. Isn't Hay List doing extra well since travelling east!
Did it easily to win the Gilgai Stakes on Sunday, RJ! Nice to see another sandgroper putting it to them over east ;)

[jake]

..assuming black caviar maintains her form this time in..looking forward to her eventual clash with hay list..at this stage my money will be on the latter..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Hay List for mine also

[Rogan Josh]

I'm not so sure guys. Black Caviar was pretty impressive yesterday!

[jake]

..should find out shortly..the pair likely to clash in the schweppes stakes (1200m) at moonee valley..saturday week..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Huge WA debut Master Of Design the other week. Easily beat the very handy Sir Hallowell, clocking 01:09:65 for the 1200m easing down.

[jake]

I'm not so sure guys. Black Caviar was pretty impressive yesterday!
..looked even more impressive today!

[jake]

Huge WA debut Master Of Design the other week. Easily beat the very handy Sir Hallowell, clocking 01:09:65 for the 1200m easing down.
..waratah's secret very impressive last sat..should be a great clash..when they meet..

[jake]

..waratah's secret very impressive last sat..should be a great clash..when they meet..
..for your eyes only & golden heart..both good runs..behind waratah's secret..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Hay List v Black Caviar. Really looking forward to the clash!

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..last sat 6/11


miss safari..having 1st race start..dwelt at start then bumped & lost ground..held up for clear running at the 175m & again at the 50m..ran on well for 3rd..

amreeka..raced wide from the 600m..lay inwards approaching the 100m..ran on well for 2nd..

miss tipsy topsy..slow into stride..held up for clear running from the 250m until the 100m..steadied over the final stages when improving..got to the line strongly for 3rd..

[Rogan Josh]

..waratah's secret very impressive last sat..should be a great clash..when they meet..
I see Waratah`s Secret is warm fav Colonel Reeves tomorrow. Some handy types in the race, including Marasco, Ma Ma Machine & our mate King Kool Kat resumes. Some good racing tomorrow at Ascot.

[jake]

I see Waratah`s Secret is warm fav Colonel Reeves tomorrow. Some handy types in the race, including Marasco, Ma Ma Machine & our mate King Kool Kat resumes. Some good racing tomorrow at Ascot.
..top effort king kool kat..got to the line strongly..by far the strongest field he has met..don't believe how well ma ma machine paid..nice!

[Rogan Josh]

Yeah the King was Kool yet again, jake. Winning streak broken but who cares. Ma Ma had the blows, out 4 points. Those who waited were handsomely rewarded.

[jimbob]

yeh well done on that https://imageshackau.com/sports/85/b/happy.gifhttps://imageshackau.com/sports/93/b/happy.gif
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[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 13/11

canardly miss..slow away..bumped shortly after..raced wide on straightening..got to the line strongly..beaten 1.25len..

sunsilkin..raced wide throughout..still finished off well..beaten ¾ len..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 20/11

manila i scream..held up approaching the turn into the straight..again approaching the 100m.. then had difficulty in obtaining a clear run over the final 75m..still got to the line strongly for 3rd..

brookesmebaby..raced wide from the 500m..still ran on well final stages for 4th..

miss tipsy topsy..bumped and carried outwards leaving the 700m..got home well for 3rd..returned with minor lacerations to the off fore cannon and off hind pastern..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 13/11

canardly miss..slow away..bumped shortly after..raced wide on straightening..got to the line strongly..beaten 1.25len..

sunsilkin..raced wide throughout..still finished off well..beaten ¾ len..
..both running today..r6..

[jake]

..both running today..r6..
..both should be nice ew odds..

[jake]

a few to follow..bunbury..wed 24/11

sydney businessman..slow into stride..raced wide from the 700m..got to the line well for 4th..

dreamaway..impeded for a clear run and eased near the 125m..got home strongly for 2nd..

blacklash..raced wide from the 800m..got to the line well for 4th..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 27/11

delta bay..raced wide throughout..still finished off well to be runner-up

waratah's secret..held up for clear running on straightening until the 200m..ran home well..4th..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..wed 1/12

zed magic..bounded on jumping..laid inwards in the straight..ran on strongly for 3rd..

leanonus..raced wide on straightening..got home well to be runner-up..

talent show..bumped at the 400m..had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight..finished off nicely for a good win..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..wed 1/12

zed magic..bounded on jumping..laid inwards in the straight..ran on strongly for 3rd..

leanonus..raced wide on straightening..got home well to be runner-up..

talent show..bumped at the 400m..had a tendency to lay inwards in the straight..finished off nicely for a good win..
..both zed magic & talent show were next start winners..leanonus yet to race since..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 4/12

screaming plum..steadied from a tiring runner when making ground leaving the 300m..ran on well for 3rd..nice debut..

proud hero..bumped approaching the 800m..got home well for close 4th..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..wed 8/12

paterein..bounded on jumping.. held up for clear running from the 400m until near the 200m..ran home well once clear for 4th..

topi..raced wide from the 600m..finished off well..runner-up..

[jake]

..both zed magic & talent show were next start winners..leanonus yet to race since..
..worth the wait..leanonus won last wed..25/1

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 18/12

ortessa..running home well for close 2nd..nice first-up effort..
admiring..held up from on straightening until passing the 200m..finished strongly once clear for a close 2nd..
lady doll..slowly away..got home well for a close 3rd..
the corporation..held up on straightening until passing the 200m..got home well when clear for a close 5th..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..wed 22/12

metalman..raced wide for the majority of the event..got home well..close 2nd..
blue sky girl..held up for clear running from on straightening until the 200m..got home well once clear..ran 3rd..
philby..slow to begin..raced extremely wide on straightening..got home well..ran 3rd..

[Rogan Josh]

Huge WA debut Master Of Design the other week. Easily beat the very handy Sir Hallowell, clocking 01:09:65 for the 1200m easing down.
So what is happening re Master Of Design guys? Not seen or heard anything since it's WA debut in October.

[MyHatMyCoat]

Master Of Design was sent for a spell after that win RJ, suffering from shin soreness. Must be still in the paddock.

[MyHatMyCoat]

..worth the wait..leanonus won last wed..25/1
Nice work, jake!

[Rogan Josh]

Master Of Design was sent for a spell after that win RJ, suffering from shin soreness. Must be still in the paddock.
Thanks for the update Hat, was wondering if he had been sold overseas.
Different subject, Hay List back in work. Exhibition gallop between races Gosford tomorrow.

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 8/1

bonding..raced wide from the 700m..got home well for 2nd..
sound system..commenced awkwardly..ran on well for 2nd..
amberstroem..held up for clear running from the 400m until the 200m..warming late once clear..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Thanks for the update Hat, was wondering if he had been sold overseas.
Different subject, Hay List back in work. Exhibition gallop between races Gosford tomorrow.
Yeah, Hay List worked a treat at Gosford then went around between races at Rosehill Sat. Worked a treat again but unfortunately jarred up badly due to the hard track. Was due to resume in the Group II Expressway Feb 5 but that might not happen now.

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 15/1

final cut..ran on well to win at 2nd race start..was unlucky 1st start when runner-up..should go on with it..
peach tree..ran on well to win..was 1st-up over 1100..also performs well over further ground..
potsie..bumped & dipped at the start..raced wide from the 600m..strong finish to be runner-up..
delta bay..raced wide throughout..got to the line strongly..close 4th..

[jake]

..worth the wait..leanonus won last wed..25/1
..won again bunbury wed..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..wed 22/12

metalman..raced wide for the majority of the event..got home well..close 2nd..
blue sky girl..held up for clear running from on straightening until the 200m..got home well once clear..ran 3rd..
philby..slow to begin..raced extremely wide on straightening..got home well..ran 3rd..
metalman..unplaced only run since..again no luck in running..
philby..winner 8th Jan
blue sky girl..winner 19th Jan

[Rogan Josh]

Yeah, Hay List worked a treat at Gosford then went around between races at Rosehill Sat. Worked a treat again but unfortunately jarred up badly due to the hard track. Was due to resume in the Group II Expressway Feb 5 but that might not happen now.
Seems Hay List is back on track again, Hat. But trainer has decided to bypass Saturday’s Expressway Stakes and head straight to Melbourne.

[jake]

Seems Hay List is back on track again, Hat. But trainer has decided to bypass Saturday’s Expressway Stakes and head straight to Melbourne.
..another clash with black caviar looming..hope he does better than the last time..

[MyHatMyCoat]

I reckon he’ll do much better this time around, jake.

[jake]

hope you're right hat..that last run was not true to form..

think he would have won saturday..had he went around..

[jake]

one to follow..ascot..sat 22/1

need luck..slow into stride..severely inconvenienced near the 400m..got home well to just miss 3rd..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 29/1
fun spice..raced wide from the 600m..got home gamely..close 2nd..
antique rose..raced wide throughout..still ran on well for 3rd..

[jake]

gutsy effort by wa's guyno today..on his way to the adelaide cup..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 5/2

rachine..commenced awkwardly..bumped losing ground..raced wide from the 500m..ran on well for 3rd..
lie in wait..slowly away..ran on strongly for close 3rd..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 12/2
zed magic..raced wide throughout..still got home strongly for 2nd..
luckygray..commenced awkwardly..ran on well for 2nd..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..wed 23/2

risktaker..jumped awkwardly..held up on straightening until the 200m..got home well for close 4th..
swift predator..raced wide throughout..still got home well for 3rd..
silk force..brushed the running rail near the 1000m..held up for clear running from on straightening until the 100m..ran on strongly once clear..finished 2nd..
reale fury..held up for clear running from on straightening until passing the 150m..bumped shortly after..ran on strongly once balanced..finished 3rd..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 26/2

grozny..held tight & steadied passing the 300m..ran on well for a close 3rd..
ginsberg..raced wide throughout..still able to get home strongly..finishing a close 4th..

[Rogan Josh]

Any thoughts Bunbury Stakes tomorrow, guys?

Phenomenons looks the one to beat imo, nosed-out in the Cyril Flower. Xaaravid no luck same race, likewise Hadabeclorka. Lie In Wait disappointing last start, may pay to forgive. Speccio drawn nicely. Changing Lanes my ew roughie.

[Rogan Josh]

So what happened with the York meeting today guys? Just the one race!

[MyHatMyCoat]

Hi RJ :)
Stewards declared the track unsafe for racing after the running of the 1st. Problems between the 400m and 800m.

[Rogan Josh]

Cheers Hat. Thinking about it wasn't the York track shut down not so long ago!?

[Rogan Josh]

Any thoughts Bunbury Stakes tomorrow, guys?

Phenomenons looks the one to beat imo, nosed-out in the Cyril Flower. Xaaravid no luck same race, likewise Hadabeclorka. Lie In Wait disappointing last start, may pay to forgive. Speccio drawn nicely. Changing Lanes my ew roughie.
Missed the winner altogether :( Top run Hadabeclorka, knocking on the door! Any excuses Phenomenons?

[jake]

Cheers Hat. Thinking about it wasn't the York track shut down not so long ago!?
..been shut down a number of times..& numerous meetings have been abandoned in the past..not long opened again after recent renovation..await with interest what happens next..

[jake]

Missed the winner altogether :( Top run Hadabeclorka, knocking on the door! Any excuses Phenomenons?
..nothing in the stewards re phenomenons..post race vet examination..no abnormalities..not seen since..maybe just an 'off' day..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 19/3

megem's boy..held up for clear running from on straightening until approaching the 200m..got going late to run 4th..
grand approach..slowly away..ran on well for close 2nd..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..wed 23/3

lovabruchill..impressive winner over 1400..previous start most unlucky..
silver trader..bumped near the 50m..finished the race off well for 3rd..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 26/3

new image..raced wide from the 600m..still got home strongly to win well..
ladysea..raced wide from the 600m..finished off well for 3rd..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 2/4

silk force..held up from on straightening until the 150m..once clear flew home for 3rd..
ultimate fighter..held up at the 150m..inconvenienced at the 100m..fast finishing runner-up..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..wed 6/4

bell's honour..slow into stride..crowded & steadied shortly after..raced greenly in running..got home well for 3rd..
valoura..impeded on straightening..ran on well..runner-up..
afortunato..raced fiercely in the early & middle stages..ran on well..close 4th..

[MyHatMyCoat]

A couple of handy horses on the comeback trail after retirement, Marasco & Famous Roman. Marasco has apparently thrived in a paddock after he was retired last December & according to Fred Kersley looks as if he wants to race again. The Roma Cup on May 28 to be his initial assignment. Famous Roman's stud career has been put on hold, with trainer Jim Taylor launching an ambitious winter campaign, starting with Sunday week's $100K Northam Sprint.

[jake]

surprised at marasco comeback..last prep didn't do all that much..also getting on..
famous roman..trialed well the other day..races well fresh..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 9/4

i don't recall..raced wide from the 900m..still got home well to win..
pattie me lass..raced wide from the 600m..lay inwards over the final 200m..ran on well for 3rd..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Top day for the sandgropers last saturday, Hay List & Scenic Shot both saluting!

[MyHatMyCoat]

Reports are that Hay List the early fav for the Goodwood will now miss that race & will head straight to Qld for a re-match with Black Caviar in the BTC Cup. Also talk that Hay List may then head to Singapore for the KrisFlyer International Sprint to be held at Kranji on May 22nd.

[Rogan Josh]

Hi Hat, how goes u? Read maybe same article re Hay List & KrisFlyer International. Not having to contend with JJ The Jet Plane makes it more enticing.

[Rogan Josh]

R u still with us Hat? ;)
Back to Belmont tomorrow. Do much better (punting-wise) at that track. Looking forward to loading-up!

[jake]

one to follow..ascot..sat 23/4

foxy commander..bumped shortly after the start losing ground..ran on well for 3rd..nice debut..

[jake]

R u still with us Hat? ;)
Back to Belmont tomorrow. Do much better (punting-wise) at that track. Looking forward to loading-up!
..normally no bias at belmont..a good thing imo..

[jake]

A couple of handy horses on the comeback trail after retirement, Marasco & Famous Roman. Marasco has apparently thrived in a paddock after he was retired last December & according to Fred Kersley looks as if he wants to race again. The Roma Cup on May 28 to be his initial assignment. Famous Roman's stud career has been put on hold, with trainer Jim Taylor launching an ambitious winter campaign, starting with Sunday week's $100K Northam Sprint.
..roma cup not happening..comeback prep not going too well..

[jake]

..roma cup not happening..comeback prep not going too well..
..latest from the trainer.."he won't run in the roma cup and probably won't race again"

[Rogan Josh]

Wise move. Marasco well past his use-by date (at the top level) imo.

[MyHatMyCoat]

R u still with us Hat? ;)
Back to Belmont tomorrow. Do much better (punting-wise) at that track. Looking forward to loading-up!
Still alive & kicking RJ ;) Been on a nice long holiday :)

[MyHatMyCoat]

..latest from the trainer.."he won't run in the roma cup and probably won't race again"
Fred had a nice back-up for the Roma!

[jake]

..yep..top effort grand nirvana to win the roma cup..
..other side of the coin..famous roman a disappointing last..racing future is now in doubt..

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 25/5

radical critique..laid in under pressure over the final 250m..just beaten..got home well..
metalman..close runner-up..ran on well..
caves road..ran home strongly for 3rd..all the better for the run..

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..sat 28/5

elle choisit..carried outwards & restrained after the start..held up at the 150m..taken outwards shortly after..getting to the line well concluding stages..
gum nut guru..raced wide throughout..still finishing off well concluding stages..
burin..held tight & bumped on several occasions from the 200m until the winning post..finishing off well for close 4th..

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 1/6

comtesse la gran..bumped heavily at the start & then commenced to over-race..steadied near the 600m..bumped with another runner..finished off well for 4th..nice debut..
distinctive dane..raced wide from the 600m..ran on well business end..
dare to doubt..raced wide from the 500m..finished off well..runner-up..

[jake]

..yep..top effort grand nirvana to win the roma cup..
..other side of the coin..famous roman a disappointing last..racing future is now in doubt..
..famous roman (stallion) retired to stud duties..

[jake]

today..barakey once again extremely impressive..
..wonder if jimmy taylor will now put away & bring back later in the year..better class races..

[jake]

today..barakey once again extremely impressive..
..wonder if jimmy taylor will now put away & bring back later in the year..better class races..
..another start belmont next sat..then jimmy taylor will re-assess his options..
..taylor quoted..only ever trained one horse better than barakey..a nag called hay list..

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 29/6

dual city..slowly away & then crowded..got home well for 3rd..
miss tipsy topsy..raced wide from the 500m..still finished off strong..close 4th..1st start with blinkers..
fire side..strong win..very unlucky previous start..should have won..more wins in store this prep..

[Rogan Josh]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 29/6


miss tipsy topsy..raced wide from the 500m..still finished off strong..close 4th..1st start with blinkers..

Nice work with Miss Tipsy Topsy jake. Belmont Oaks winner on Sat, & great odds!

[Sands]

..another start belmont next sat..then jimmy taylor will re-assess his options..
..taylor quoted..only ever trained one horse better than barakey..a nag called hay list..
Looks above average watching todays win
You would think better class (& prizemoney) races would now be the go

[jake]

Nice work with Miss Tipsy Topsy jake. Belmont Oaks winner on Sat, & great odds!
..yeah..was a nice price..wasn't it :)

[jake]

..and won again next start..belmont classic..

[jake]

Looks above average watching todays win
You would think better class (& prizemoney) races would now be the go
yep..jimmy taylor has sent barakey to the spelling paddock..back later in the year for the richer races..

[Sands]

Next at Belmont nice field for this time of year

All Friared Up, New Image, Blacksmith, Shock Value & Kid Choisir all more than handy types
Interesting to see how For Your Eyes Only goes
Ran last 1st-up but has trialled ok since

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..sat 23/7

pattie me lass..strong win..should go on with it..
..likewise..like an eagle..&..kerrific..
ladysea..slow to begin..running on well business end..

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 27/7

checkpoint..strong winner at 2nd start..blinkers 1st time..subject to further improvement..
malaika..held up on straightening..got home well..just beaten..
vermeer..tightened & steadied during running..ran on well..strong win..

[jake]

Next at Belmont nice field for this time of year

All Friared Up, New Image, Blacksmith, Shock Value & Kid Choisir all more than handy types
Interesting to see how For Your Eyes Only goes
Ran last 1st-up but has trialled ok since
for your eyes only reared on jumping dislodging it rider and then galloped riderless..a post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities..trainer advised that the mare would now be sent for a spell..trainer was advised that the mare would have to trial to the satisfaction of stewards before racing again..

[Sands]

Thanks for the reply jake
Thought she had run just another bad race

[Sands]

for your eyes only reared on jumping dislodging it rider and then galloped riderless..a post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities..trainer advised that the mare would now be sent for a spell..trainer was advised that the mare would have to trial to the satisfaction of stewards before racing again..
Should be worth something as a broodmare if things don't work out next time around

[jake]

one to follow..belmont..wed 3/8

cara carabini..blocked for clear running from the 500m until the 350m..finished off well for 3rd..

[jake]

one to follow..belmont..sat 6/8

the weapon..promising debut..improved by the run..

[Rogan Josh]

Anyone catch the run of Werd on Saturday. Was first-up & bolted in.

[jimbob]

yeh was a great run https://imageshackau.com/sports/52/b/happy.gifhttps://imageshackau.com/sports/123/b/happy.gif
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[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..sat 20/8

you say so..ran on well..beaten a nose..hands & heels only..finals stages..
philby..slowly away..ran on well to be runner-up..

[Rogan Josh]

Barakey back from a short spell today. Up against older horses. Sure to start in the red. Should be interesting, there's a few in the race that can run strong 1000m.

[Rogan Josh]

Well the showdown didn't eventuate, Barakey scratched at the barrier. That setback may cost a start in the Winterbottom.

[jake]

Well the showdown didn't eventuate, Barakey scratched at the barrier. That setback may cost a start in the Winterbottom
..might not be a bad thing..black caviar could be a starter in winterbottom

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..sat 20/8

you say so..ran on well..beaten a nose..hands & heels only..finals stages..
philby..slowly away..ran on well to be runner-up..
philby..2 runs since..2nd & then won today
you say so..yet to race again

[jake]

a couple to follow..belmont..wed 7/9

belltorio..bounded at the start..ran on well..runner-up..nice debut
swing..having 2nd start..ran on well..runner-up

[jake]

a few to follow..belmont..wed 21/9

beguile..raced wide throughout..still got home well for close 3rd..
jackson rocks..bumped at the start..settled near rear..got home well for 3rd..
prince kodiak..bumped at the start..settled near rear..got home well for 2nd..

[Rogan Josh]

Well the showdown didn't eventuate, Barakey scratched at the barrier. That setback may cost a start in the Winterbottom.
Well, back on track looking at last Sunday's win (a slick 56.33 seconds). Any update on a Winterbottom start?

[jake]

for your eyes only reared on jumping dislodging it rider and then galloped riderless..a post race veterinary examination revealed no abnormalities..trainer advised that the mare would now be sent for a spell..trainer was advised that the mare would have to trial to the satisfaction of stewards before racing again..
..back from a short spell today..& would you believe..scratched at the barrier :rolleyes:

[Rogan Josh]

Seems Hay List is back on track again, Hat. But trainer has decided to bypass Saturday’s Expressway Stakes and head straight to Melbourne.
Winning debut by Hay List’s full sister today at Wyong. Golden Statue, 5yo mare. Will be interesting how she now progresses after finally making to the track.

[jake]

Well, back on track looking at last Sunday's win (a slick 56.33 seconds). Any update on a Winterbottom start?
i think they are waiting to see how he goes today & over extra distance..

[jake]

..same race today..return to rio..unbeaten in 4 starts..might make things interesting..

[jake]

i think they are waiting to see how he goes today & over extra distance..
..barakey no trouble with the extra distance..smigen outside the track record

[jake]

..same race today..return to rio..unbeaten in 4 starts..might make things interesting..
..didn't really fire..gone for a spell

[Rogan Josh]

..barakey no trouble with the extra distance..smigen outside the track record
Looked very good, still, not seen anything about the Winterbottom!?

[jake]

noms for the winterbottom close next wed i think..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 15/10

dark miss..bounded on jumping..ran on well for 3rd..
king saul..bumped shortly after the start..impeded approaching the 200m and bumped at the 150m..got home well to win..
babieca noire..raced wide throughout..got home well to win..
knightlike..steadied approaching the 1200m..running on well final stages..
tranquility..commenced awkwardly..running on well final stages..

[Rogan Josh]

noms for the winterbottom close next wed i think..
Thanks jake, hope he is nominated

[Rogan Josh]

So, good news?

[MyHatMyCoat]

Yes RJ, Barakey has been nominated

[Sands]

Yes RJ, Barakey has been nominated
Caviar on the menu

[MyHatMyCoat]

Yes RJ, Barakey has been nominated
But won't start if Black Caviar is a final acceptor. Barakey's trainer is postponing a clash to give Barakey more time to mature.

[Sands]

Wise move

[Sands]

Any Caviar stablemates coming?

[Sands]

Caviar on the menu
Caviar off the menu!

[Rogan Josh]

But won't start if Black Caviar is a final acceptor. Barakey's trainer is postponing a clash to give Barakey more time to mature.
I'm hearing conflicting reports re Barakey & the Winterbottom, what's the latest guys?

[MyHatMyCoat]

Barakey is officially out of the Winterbottom, RJ

[jake]

power princess another early..

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..tues 1/11

forever special..running on well final bit..improved by the run..
resetgold..slow away..steadied passing the 600m..got home well..runner-up..
all friared up..raced wide from the 500m..got home well..improved by the run..

[Rogan Josh]

Barakey is officially out of the Winterbottom, RJ
I'm a little disappointed thought he might run with Caviar not going over.

[MyHatMyCoat]

Jim Taylor is very mindful that it’s Barakey's first preparation. Hopefully his patience will pay off in the long run.

[jake]

..barakey is expected to be aimed at feature handicap sprints in melbourne in the autumn

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 5/11

coventry to rio raced wide throughout..still running on for 3rd..
mr moet..nice win..staying is his caper..
true gold..got home well..runner-up..

[jake]

one to follow..ascot..wed 9/11

earl of vasse..raced in restricted room for a short distance leaving the 200m..got home well for 3rd

[MyHatMyCoat]

..another start belmont next sat..then jimmy taylor will re-assess his options..
..taylor quoted..only ever trained one horse better than barakey..a nag called hay list..
Talking about Hay List, just read a report that he is recovering well & is on target for a return to the track early next year, Lightning Stakes.
May also head o/s, Royal Ascot, Group I Golden Jubilee Stakes.

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 19/11

classic emblem..having 2nd race start..ran on well..runner-up..
dempsey..commenced awkwardly..slow into stride..raced wide on straightening..got home well..runner-up..

[jake]

one to follow..ascot..wed 9/11

earl of vasse..raced in restricted room for a short distance leaving the 200m..got home well for 3rd
..only start since..won

[jake]

to follow..ascot..tues 1/11

resetgold..slow away..steadied passing the 600m..got home well..runner-up..

..2 starts since..won both

[jake]

Talking about Hay List, just read a report that he is recovering well & is on target for a return to the track early next year, Lightning Stakes.
May also head o/s, Royal Ascot, Group I Golden Jubilee Stakes.
..i think the golden jubilee stakes is also on black caviar's radar

[MyHatMyCoat]

And perhaps Sepoy as well. Aussies should be in the thick of it, if they all start! But not an easy race to win.

[Rogan Josh]

Rocket Man was also being set for the Golden Jubilee Stakes, but has been a bit out of form lately so that might not eventuate.

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..wed 7/12

ellavamoment..impeded on straightening..carried inwards, steadied & obliged to change course inwards near the 200m..getting home well for 3rd
settle strada..unbalanced at the start..returned with a laceration to the near fore..got home well..runner-up

[jimbob]

thanks guys good luck https://imageshackau.com/sports/131/b/happy.gifhttps://imageshackau.com/sports/133/b/happy.gifhttps://imageshackau.com/sports/138/b/happy.gif
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[jake]

..no probs..jimbob

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 10/12

watermans bay..bumped at start..ran on well to just miss..runner-up
kerrific lay inwards final 50m..still got home strongly to win..

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..wed 14/12

modern art ..slow into stride..held up for clear running from on straightening until passing the 200m..rattled home once clear..ran 3rd
irma la dane..ran on well although laying inwards over the final 150m..

[jake]

..barakey =2nd favourite (with ortensia) early market..lightning stakes
..hay list is the favourite

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 31/12

elusive image..brushed near the 50m..got home well runner-up..
ladysea..impeded near the 150m..ran on well for 3rd..
fleming son..bumped shortly after the start..held up near the 250m..held tight & bumped near the100m..got home well for 3rd..
caves road..bumped near the 1000m..got home well for 1st..

[MyHatMyCoat]

..barakey =2nd favourite (with ortensia) early market..lightning stakes
..hay list is the favourite
Unless Jim Taylor has changed his mind Barakey won't be venturing east until the spring.

[MyHatMyCoat]

Ranger to head east. Expected to race first-up in the Carlyon Cup at Caulfield Feb 11. Longer-term goal the Australian Cup.

[Rogan Josh]

Generally speaking, Ranger hasn't lived up to expectations imo. Wonder what a change in scenery will do?

[jake]

..part of the reason for ranger heading east is to escape the harsher local handicapping

[jake]

..also part of the reason western jewel is heading east

[Rogan Josh]

Unless Jim Taylor has changed his mind Barakey won't be venturing east until the spring.
Does Taylor have any particular race/s in mind?

[MyHatMyCoat]

General comment by Jim, no particular race mentioned.

[jake]

a few to follow..ascot..sat 28/1

silk force reared on jumping & lost ground..raced wide on straightening..lay inwards approaching the 100m..ran on well for 3rd
mighty rossa raced in restricted room near the 500m..lay inwards over the final 100m..shifted ground quickly over the final stages..ran on well for 3rd
head for heights commenced slowly..over-raced in the middle stages..approaching the 800m got its head in the air & steadied..shifted outwards & made heavy contact with another runner..bumped at the 700m..got home well close 4th

[jake]

Generally speaking, Ranger hasn't lived up to expectations imo. Wonder what a change in scenery will do?
..a change in scenery..caulfield 11/02..r4

[Rogan Josh]

Generally speaking, Ranger hasn't lived up to expectations imo. Wonder what a change in scenery will do?
Still wondering. 5th $3.40F Carlyon Cup Caulfield 11 Feb. Did look to need the run.

[jake]

..a change in scenery..caulfield 11/02..r4
..next run..st george stakes (1800m) at caulfield feb 25

[MyHatMyCoat]

Top win West Australian sprinter Like An Eagle, Hareeba Stakes last week!
Nice ride Damien Oliver.

http://bigpondvideo.com/Horse_Racing/422432

Next, Premium Hcp Moonee Valley March 2 before tackling the Newmarket.

[jake]

..wa well represented at caulfield tomorrow..including..bliss street..scenic shot..playing god..grand nirvana..& ranger

[MyHatMyCoat]

..wa well represented at caulfield tomorrow..including..bliss street..scenic shot..playing god..grand nirvana..& ranger
Former sandgroper Far Horizons paid a nice div at Moonee Valley tonight

[Rogan Josh]

..wa well represented at caulfield tomorrow..including..bliss street..scenic shot..playing god..grand nirvana..& ranger
No joy last week, expected Grand Nirvana to do better.

I see that Hay List WILL run in Newmarket, has 58.5kg but as we know, is capable.

[jake]

a couple to follow..ascot..sat 18/2

the danehill rose..raced wide throughout..still finished off well to win
classic emblem..steadied near the 900m..got home strongly to win

[MyHatMyCoat]

Early days but hasn't Rose looked good winning her only 2 starts
Was particularly impressed with yesterday's win
Don't know why the extra long break but the half-sister to El Presidente has been back in work for a while now, placed in a trial earlier this month, due to go around at Bunbury this Sunday.

[Rogan Josh]

Didn't see the race Hat, but I see she won. Had to be some effort after that long layoff!

[jake]

one to follow..ascot..wed 29/2

earl of vasse..raced wide on straightening..laid inwards in the straight..got home well for 3rd

[jake]

..a few to follow..ascot..wed 7/3

texan..raced greenly in running..still too strong..winning at 1st start in the west..
sundown clown..raced wide from the 500m..got to the line well for 3rd..
celtic rock..raced wide throughout..bumped near the 150m & again near the 50m..finishing well for 3rd..

[MyHatMyCoat]

Didn't see the race Hat, but I see she won. Had to be some effort after that long layoff!
Big run RJ, settled at the rear, came home with a wet sail. Did you follow-up yesterday?

[Rogan Josh]

Yeah Hat, was on for the Pinjarra win, slightly better odds :)
Should have won last Sat as well. Put in another big run!

[jake]

..he's back!

[Rogan Josh]

..he's back!
Yes jake, Barakey is back. Well underdone but still did it well. Looking forward to this campaign, should be by far his best.

[MyHatMyCoat]

Yes jake, Barakey is back. Well underdone but still did it well. Looking forward to this campaign, should be by far his best.
Went pretty quick the middle stages, Brown gave him just a couple of hits in the straight to keep his mind on the job. Runner-up & 3rd since fought out an 80+ sprint. The Winterbottom must be a go this year I would imagine.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edctuVJ2sBM&feature=youtu.be

[jake]

..a couple to follow..ascot..sat 7/4

elusive image..last on the turn..strong to the line for good win
pininci..bumped at the start..got home well..runner-up

[MyHatMyCoat]

Yes jake, Barakey is back. Well underdone but still did it well. Looking forward to this campaign, should be by far his best.
Going around this Sunday in the listed Northam Stakes over 1100m.

[Rogan Josh]

Missed the race Hat but I see he won. Now 8 from 8!

[MyHatMyCoat]

Race replay for those interested

http://youtu.be/QZghuCMKUJY