It’s Esperance Cup day this Saturday afternoon at the Esperance Bay Turf Club. A bumper eight race card kicks off at 12:58pm with the running of the Doutch Handicap. Trida Brando looks suited in the small field while Kaszanka looks suited over the short 1000m trip. Hearts Aflutter was well supported and is one to watch after finishing fifth last start when slowly away. McDonalds sponsor Race Two and newcomers Smart Seduction and Esteron are horses to keep an eye on. Jungle Jackie ran on well last week and both Tropical Time and Ace Pilot have been placed recently.
The third is the Horizon Power Handicap and Desert Oak looks very hard to hold out for Mark Nelson and Peter Hall. Local Gwen Ten won impressively last start and Lay Down Tommy will appreciate a drop in class. Race Four is the Tru-Blu Hire Handicap and it will be run over 1600m. Just Sue was disappointing last week but does have a great record at the track and distance. Perelmo, Time Star and Silver Ambush have been racing well and Masters Seal looks to be well weighted. Ears Loppy doesn’t look impossible on paper either.
Race Five starts the Quaddie and is supported by the Kalgoorlie Punters and Drinkers Club. Leidenwin has been a revelation at her last two starts, scoring easily after settling well back. Again she looks hard to hold out especially if a fast tempo is set by the leading division. Main dangers look to be Cyclos, Royal Wing, Hi Dollie and Go Fury Go. The Esperance Combined Tyre Service Handicap is the effectively the Open Sprint. All seven candidates look to be in with a winning chance on paper but for the sake of a tip He’s Smokin’ must be consisdered given his recent victory and strong work ethic.
This year’s Esperance Cup is sponsored by RSM Bird Cameron and a field of eleven will face the starter at 4:51pm. There are two raiders this year with Striking Viking (Mark Nelson) and Highly Prized (Alan McGuinniss) accepting for the $30,000 race. Of the locals Hackett’s Heart looks the best chance despite failing at his last run a fortnight ago. Stormy Express and Danacolada are last start winners and female jockeys Leanne Howlett and Misty Bazeley will take the respective rides. Neil Chapman and Rod Kirkup team up with seven year old Put Option and Swahili is another with good recent form for Tracey Frizzell. The Farm & General Eopp Handicap is over 1200m and Mr. Magnificent and Resuscitator are last start winners and My Girl Kate has enjoyed a terrific season. Donargy must be respected on his best form but he did fail to fire at his last effort on February 5.
Early selections ; Trida Brando, Ace Pilot, Gwen Ten, Silver Ambush, Hi Dollie, He’s Smokin’, Train Crusher and My Girl Kate.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Esperance Review Saturday February 26th
Esperance Race Review
This Saturday will see the running of the $30,000 RSM Bird Cameron Esperance Cup (2000m). Last week’s meeting was the second last of the season and the conditions were perfect. The G. J. Gardiner Homes Maiden was the first and it provided local trainer Paul McLean with an impressive victory. His four year old gelding Resuscitator was sent to the lead by apprentice Yannick Valenti and went on to defeat Jungle Jackie and Ace Pilot. A small field of five contested the Lucky Roe Snack Bar Handicap and leading trainer Brendan Corver prepared the Trifecta. Stormy Express was ridden quietly by Russell Hanson until the top of the straight when he unleashed a mighty sprint to win by two and a half lengths. Outsider Ears Loppy set the pace and did a great job to be the runner up ahead of Just Sue.
Race Three was the Esperance Window Tinting Handicap. The Fiona Scott prepared Decryptor impressed with a strong triumph over Summer Crossing and Lay Down Tommy. Decryptor looked the winner at the 300m mark but had to be ridden out desperately by Shaun Meeres over the concluding stages to achieve the win. The South Coast Food Services Handicap provided a ‘grandstand finish’. City Of Subiaco was having her Esperance debut and Misty Bazely took all the shortcuts to win by a nose. The Key Cutter lost narrowly and Corolla finished a close up third after showing early speed.
Race Five was sponsored by OD Transport and South East Petroleum and Elljay breezed home an easy winner again. The four year old has started four times this season for three wins and a third. On Saturday he won by more than a length over Perelmo and Masters Seal. Star Transport supported the last event which was run at a frantic tempo. The Ross Daniels prepared Leidenwin relished the fast tempo and swept home powerfully to score by two lengths in a fast 1.36.39. Royal Wing was the runner up and Platinum Lad, despite suffering interference battled on to salvage third placing. Ross Daniels saddled up three horses on Saturday and finished with one win and two seconds.
Horses to follow ; Ace Pilot, Ears Loppy, Lay Down Tommy, City Of Subiaco, Elljay and Star Ruler.
Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
This Saturday will see the running of the $30,000 RSM Bird Cameron Esperance Cup (2000m). Last week’s meeting was the second last of the season and the conditions were perfect. The G. J. Gardiner Homes Maiden was the first and it provided local trainer Paul McLean with an impressive victory. His four year old gelding Resuscitator was sent to the lead by apprentice Yannick Valenti and went on to defeat Jungle Jackie and Ace Pilot. A small field of five contested the Lucky Roe Snack Bar Handicap and leading trainer Brendan Corver prepared the Trifecta. Stormy Express was ridden quietly by Russell Hanson until the top of the straight when he unleashed a mighty sprint to win by two and a half lengths. Outsider Ears Loppy set the pace and did a great job to be the runner up ahead of Just Sue.
Race Three was the Esperance Window Tinting Handicap. The Fiona Scott prepared Decryptor impressed with a strong triumph over Summer Crossing and Lay Down Tommy. Decryptor looked the winner at the 300m mark but had to be ridden out desperately by Shaun Meeres over the concluding stages to achieve the win. The South Coast Food Services Handicap provided a ‘grandstand finish’. City Of Subiaco was having her Esperance debut and Misty Bazely took all the shortcuts to win by a nose. The Key Cutter lost narrowly and Corolla finished a close up third after showing early speed.
Race Five was sponsored by OD Transport and South East Petroleum and Elljay breezed home an easy winner again. The four year old has started four times this season for three wins and a third. On Saturday he won by more than a length over Perelmo and Masters Seal. Star Transport supported the last event which was run at a frantic tempo. The Ross Daniels prepared Leidenwin relished the fast tempo and swept home powerfully to score by two lengths in a fast 1.36.39. Royal Wing was the runner up and Platinum Lad, despite suffering interference battled on to salvage third placing. Ross Daniels saddled up three horses on Saturday and finished with one win and two seconds.
Horses to follow ; Ace Pilot, Ears Loppy, Lay Down Tommy, City Of Subiaco, Elljay and Star Ruler.
Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Esperance/Albany Preview 26th/27th February
This Saturday sees the penultimate meeting of the season at the Esperance Bay Turf Club. The six event card kicks off at 2:19pm with the running of the G. J. Gardiner Homes Maiden over 1200M. Hearts Aflutter is a first starter who will exit barrier two. Of the raced brigade Tropical Time and Time To Front are clearly the hardest to beat, both with recent minor placings to their credit. Ace Pilot is another who wasn’t far from the action last start. A small field of five will clash in the Lucky Roe Snack Bar Handicap which will be run over 1600m and only two stables will be represented. Just Sue is a track specialist and she is proven over the mile distance. Stable-mate Stormy Express has been racing well while the other stable-mate Ears Loppy needs to improve. The pick of the Fiona Scott pair is probably Observation given that Shaun Meeres has opted to ride him ahead of Mufasa.
Race Three kicks off the Quaddie and is sponsored by Esperance Window Tinting. Expedition has been alotted a hefty 62kg witha a claiming apprentice given the ride. Summer Crossing, Ready Freddy and Landmark Lady are recent winners and Decryptor perfomed well first up. The fourth is the South Coast Food Services Handicap and Boyne River will take a power of beating. The five year old mare has been thereabouts without winning and she deserves a break through. Speedsters Tashi Delek and Corolla will go forward and give bold sights and Kaszanka ran on strongly over 1000m last start.
Race Five is sponsored by OD Transport and South East Petroleum. Numbers 1, 2 and 3 are clearly the best credentialed and look to be a solid Trifecta bet. Time Star won well two starts back and Perelmo was victorious three starts ago. Elljay on the other hand has two wins and a third from his three Esperance starts. Alevanta is a roughie with a place hope. The last is over 1600m and is sponsored by Star Transport. Leidenwin only won a Maiden last start but she was very impressive and must be considered despite rising in class and distance. Go Fury Go and Royal Wing boast solid form and the likes of Star Ruler, Flying Duel and Platinum Lad deserve consideration for exotic calculations.
Early selections ; Ace Pilot, Just Sue, Summer Crossing, Corolla, Elljay and Leidenwin.
Ryan Levitzke (race commentator)
ALBANY - Sunday - Wolfe could have a monster day.
Trainer Steve Wolfe looks set to open the program with The Pupster resuming after one start earlier in the season. With the scratching of Stripped Bear The Pupster looks the one to beat over Sudden City who was a nice run at Mt Barker and Dominator. Wolfe has a strong hand in the second which is a very open race, with Lunar Park knocking on the door, and Jobeth and deutant Raucous Laughter with claims. The Bing ran a nice race at Pinjarra first up and has prospects along with Kirov park and Missy Lara.
The Developer is an interesting runner in third after racing against the likes of Ranger and Playing God last preparation, and expect him to improve on his first up run. Other chances include Wolfe"s Solid Dan, Golden Glory and Jordi. Belles Fury at her best would be a prospect but has disappointed at her last few. Homest galloper Timely Reign looks suited at the 1600m and will be hard to beat in the fourth, with stablemate Regal Miss, Movie World and Savage Wolf the main dangers.
Wolfe will have the two main fancies in the fifth in track and distance specialist Watson's Bay and Our Ol Fella who has been racing in the city. Hard to see the winner coming from the remainder of the field. The sixth is very open with many winning chances including One Talk, Redford, Stormystory, Alabamaramer, Lily La Bell, Nutopia and Russian Rouge. It should be ach-way the field and you should get value if you find the winner.
Carry The Nation a winner at Bunbury on debut and Ancient Spell will head betting in the seventh and after competing against each other in a recent trial will be hard to split. Starline Porche, Jeneviv St Pierre and Legal Agent also have prospects. The final event has many chances with the winner likely to come from Cho Son, Head To Hell, Call Me Ned. I'm Called earl and King's Tribute. Cho Son has mixed his form but Kyra Yuill is back aboard, Call Me Ned is racing in great form as is King's Trubute. Dark Humour may get out togood each-way odds in the last and should not be overlooked
Race Three kicks off the Quaddie and is sponsored by Esperance Window Tinting. Expedition has been alotted a hefty 62kg witha a claiming apprentice given the ride. Summer Crossing, Ready Freddy and Landmark Lady are recent winners and Decryptor perfomed well first up. The fourth is the South Coast Food Services Handicap and Boyne River will take a power of beating. The five year old mare has been thereabouts without winning and she deserves a break through. Speedsters Tashi Delek and Corolla will go forward and give bold sights and Kaszanka ran on strongly over 1000m last start.
Race Five is sponsored by OD Transport and South East Petroleum. Numbers 1, 2 and 3 are clearly the best credentialed and look to be a solid Trifecta bet. Time Star won well two starts back and Perelmo was victorious three starts ago. Elljay on the other hand has two wins and a third from his three Esperance starts. Alevanta is a roughie with a place hope. The last is over 1600m and is sponsored by Star Transport. Leidenwin only won a Maiden last start but she was very impressive and must be considered despite rising in class and distance. Go Fury Go and Royal Wing boast solid form and the likes of Star Ruler, Flying Duel and Platinum Lad deserve consideration for exotic calculations.
Early selections ; Ace Pilot, Just Sue, Summer Crossing, Corolla, Elljay and Leidenwin.
Ryan Levitzke (race commentator)
ALBANY - Sunday - Wolfe could have a monster day.
Trainer Steve Wolfe looks set to open the program with The Pupster resuming after one start earlier in the season. With the scratching of Stripped Bear The Pupster looks the one to beat over Sudden City who was a nice run at Mt Barker and Dominator. Wolfe has a strong hand in the second which is a very open race, with Lunar Park knocking on the door, and Jobeth and deutant Raucous Laughter with claims. The Bing ran a nice race at Pinjarra first up and has prospects along with Kirov park and Missy Lara.
The Developer is an interesting runner in third after racing against the likes of Ranger and Playing God last preparation, and expect him to improve on his first up run. Other chances include Wolfe"s Solid Dan, Golden Glory and Jordi. Belles Fury at her best would be a prospect but has disappointed at her last few. Homest galloper Timely Reign looks suited at the 1600m and will be hard to beat in the fourth, with stablemate Regal Miss, Movie World and Savage Wolf the main dangers.
Wolfe will have the two main fancies in the fifth in track and distance specialist Watson's Bay and Our Ol Fella who has been racing in the city. Hard to see the winner coming from the remainder of the field. The sixth is very open with many winning chances including One Talk, Redford, Stormystory, Alabamaramer, Lily La Bell, Nutopia and Russian Rouge. It should be ach-way the field and you should get value if you find the winner.
Carry The Nation a winner at Bunbury on debut and Ancient Spell will head betting in the seventh and after competing against each other in a recent trial will be hard to split. Starline Porche, Jeneviv St Pierre and Legal Agent also have prospects. The final event has many chances with the winner likely to come from Cho Son, Head To Hell, Call Me Ned. I'm Called earl and King's Tribute. Cho Son has mixed his form but Kyra Yuill is back aboard, Call Me Ned is racing in great form as is King's Trubute. Dark Humour may get out togood each-way odds in the last and should not be overlooked
Monday, February 21, 2011
Mt Barker Thursday Feb 17th/Esperance Feb 18th Review
MT BARKER
In cooler conditions a good program was held at Mt Barker on Thursday, with the exception of Race Seven which had to be declared a no race after the false start mechanism was set off by accident. Barring that the remainder of the racing was well contested all day.
Handy mare Collayshell kept up her great form on local tracks, with a win at her first run in open class when she held out Certain Magic and stablemate Timely Reign. Last start winner Star Buck struggled under his big weight and finished unplaced.
Veteran trainer Alan McGuiness has handy mare Highly Prized aimed at the Esperance and Mt Barker Cups after who good win over Eternal Advice at 1850m, when racing second up. The mare was well ridden by promising apprentice Damien Lane. The other staying race the 1850m maiden saw favourite Sir Rosey win for city trainer Trevor Andrews.
Trainer Angela Smith has Jake The Musk in form and was a narrow winner of the 53-62 Hcp over 1300m, over first up runner Port Regis and a game Alabamaramer. Lightly raced Secret Witch was a surprise winner for trainer Sherylanne Kinnear after doing work early and fighting off challenges to win the Maiden 1100m.
Other winners were Red Jacamar (W.Pike) and Rain Strike (D.Lane)
Esperance Race Review
Friday’s twilight meeting at the Esperance Bay Turf Club, as expected was a success ‘turnover-wise’. The 3pm to 6pm slot has proven to be a winner with punting interest, especially for interstate investors who have arrived home from work or are heading to the local pub. Race One was the Esperance Farm Trees Maiden and bookmakers were off to a flying start with outsider Leidenwin scoring easily. The daughter of Right Wing flashed down the outside to land a terrific triumph for young apprentice Aaron Rogers, who was having his first ride at the Esperance track. Magical Note and Tropical Time filled the minor placings. Punters had revenge in the Loffs Feed and Saddlery Handicap with race favourite City Plan winning over the fast finishing Kaszanka. Three lengths away in third was the speedy Corolla.
Expedition was a late scratching from the PH Kerr & Co. Handicap. Local mare Ron’s Gem brought up her fifth Esperance win, surging from the tail to defeat Sword Master and Decryptor. Comfort Inn Bay Of Isles sponsored the fourth and the well backed Gwen Ten came from last to win by a short neck. Outsider Tashi Delek battled on gamely to be beaten narrowly and two lengths away third was Boyne River. Race Five was the Landmark Handicap and Brendan Corver and Russell Hanson combined to win with Elljay. Cyclos finished second ahead of race favourite Time Star.
The Glencore Grain Steaks Handicap was run over 1600m and after 200m it was apparent that no jockey wanted, or had instructions to try and lead. So after a slowly run first couple of furlongs jockey Peter Black seized the initiative and sent his mount Go Fury Go to the front. At the 600m mark the pair broke away from the field and with 100m to go had a four length lead. However Maiden galloper Hi Dollie sprouted wings down the outside and pipped Go Fury Go on the post. Two lengths away in third was the Steve Wolfe trained Commandeer. The RSM Bird Cameron Handicap was run over 1950m and the rank outsider Danacolada led a merry dance throughout for Misty Bazeley. The eight year old returned $43.70 for a win and $12.00 for a place and also ballooned the Quaddie dividend out to over $12,000. Put Option was second throughout and the winner’s stable-mate Silver Ambush filled third.
Horses to follow ; Leidenwin, Kaszanka, Ron’s Gem, Gwen Ten, Master’s Seal, Commandeer and Jeux D’Esprit.
- Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
In cooler conditions a good program was held at Mt Barker on Thursday, with the exception of Race Seven which had to be declared a no race after the false start mechanism was set off by accident. Barring that the remainder of the racing was well contested all day.
Handy mare Collayshell kept up her great form on local tracks, with a win at her first run in open class when she held out Certain Magic and stablemate Timely Reign. Last start winner Star Buck struggled under his big weight and finished unplaced.
Veteran trainer Alan McGuiness has handy mare Highly Prized aimed at the Esperance and Mt Barker Cups after who good win over Eternal Advice at 1850m, when racing second up. The mare was well ridden by promising apprentice Damien Lane. The other staying race the 1850m maiden saw favourite Sir Rosey win for city trainer Trevor Andrews.
Trainer Angela Smith has Jake The Musk in form and was a narrow winner of the 53-62 Hcp over 1300m, over first up runner Port Regis and a game Alabamaramer. Lightly raced Secret Witch was a surprise winner for trainer Sherylanne Kinnear after doing work early and fighting off challenges to win the Maiden 1100m.
Other winners were Red Jacamar (W.Pike) and Rain Strike (D.Lane)
Esperance Race Review
Friday’s twilight meeting at the Esperance Bay Turf Club, as expected was a success ‘turnover-wise’. The 3pm to 6pm slot has proven to be a winner with punting interest, especially for interstate investors who have arrived home from work or are heading to the local pub. Race One was the Esperance Farm Trees Maiden and bookmakers were off to a flying start with outsider Leidenwin scoring easily. The daughter of Right Wing flashed down the outside to land a terrific triumph for young apprentice Aaron Rogers, who was having his first ride at the Esperance track. Magical Note and Tropical Time filled the minor placings. Punters had revenge in the Loffs Feed and Saddlery Handicap with race favourite City Plan winning over the fast finishing Kaszanka. Three lengths away in third was the speedy Corolla.
Expedition was a late scratching from the PH Kerr & Co. Handicap. Local mare Ron’s Gem brought up her fifth Esperance win, surging from the tail to defeat Sword Master and Decryptor. Comfort Inn Bay Of Isles sponsored the fourth and the well backed Gwen Ten came from last to win by a short neck. Outsider Tashi Delek battled on gamely to be beaten narrowly and two lengths away third was Boyne River. Race Five was the Landmark Handicap and Brendan Corver and Russell Hanson combined to win with Elljay. Cyclos finished second ahead of race favourite Time Star.
The Glencore Grain Steaks Handicap was run over 1600m and after 200m it was apparent that no jockey wanted, or had instructions to try and lead. So after a slowly run first couple of furlongs jockey Peter Black seized the initiative and sent his mount Go Fury Go to the front. At the 600m mark the pair broke away from the field and with 100m to go had a four length lead. However Maiden galloper Hi Dollie sprouted wings down the outside and pipped Go Fury Go on the post. Two lengths away in third was the Steve Wolfe trained Commandeer. The RSM Bird Cameron Handicap was run over 1950m and the rank outsider Danacolada led a merry dance throughout for Misty Bazeley. The eight year old returned $43.70 for a win and $12.00 for a place and also ballooned the Quaddie dividend out to over $12,000. Put Option was second throughout and the winner’s stable-mate Silver Ambush filled third.
Horses to follow ; Leidenwin, Kaszanka, Ron’s Gem, Gwen Ten, Master’s Seal, Commandeer and Jeux D’Esprit.
- Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Monday, February 7, 2011
Albany Review Sunday 6th February.
Apprentice Alex Lawrence took a big step to a succesful career as a Jockey when from four rides at Albany on Sunday, he rode a treble including the feature event on I'm Here To Win in the Albany Weekender Sprint over 1200m.
Apprentice Alex Lawrence returns to scale
Lawrence who is indentured to leading local trainer Steve Wolfe opened the program with an all the way win on Lily La Bell, a very narrow second on Lunar Park, an easy win on longshot Jeneviv, and then scored a brilliant win with I'm Here To Win in a quality sprint field.
I'm Here To Win has raced very consistently in the Great Southern and her past two wins have been very good, to suggest she is good enough to win in the city. The four year old mare raced away to win from fast finishing Trimmconnection, with local hope Wine Horse a good third after racing wide throughout after drawing a wide gate.
Wolfe had a day out with a treble with I'm Here To Win, Lily La Bell and Stormy Sunset who broke through after consistent form. Apprentice Damien Lane and trainer Peter Western teamed for a double with Megablitz and Head To Hell.
Smart galloper Star Buck returned to his best form with a good win over veteran Titcherman over 1200m, with last years sprint star Jolanta Star again struggling after racing wide.
Lawrence who is indentured to leading local trainer Steve Wolfe opened the program with an all the way win on Lily La Bell, a very narrow second on Lunar Park, an easy win on longshot Jeneviv, and then scored a brilliant win with I'm Here To Win in a quality sprint field.
I'm Here To Win has raced very consistently in the Great Southern and her past two wins have been very good, to suggest she is good enough to win in the city. The four year old mare raced away to win from fast finishing Trimmconnection, with local hope Wine Horse a good third after racing wide throughout after drawing a wide gate.
Wolfe had a day out with a treble with I'm Here To Win, Lily La Bell and Stormy Sunset who broke through after consistent form. Apprentice Damien Lane and trainer Peter Western teamed for a double with Megablitz and Head To Hell.
Smart galloper Star Buck returned to his best form with a good win over veteran Titcherman over 1200m, with last years sprint star Jolanta Star again struggling after racing wide.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
ESPERANCE, Review Saturday February 5th
An excellent day of racing was conducted by the Esperance Bay Turf Club on Saturday with Jockey Shaun Meeres taking riding honours with a treble and a narrow second in the final event.
Meeres rode a double fror trainer Fiona Scott on City Plan and Time Star, and had a nose victory with My Girl Kate for trainer Sally Roworth.
City Plan at her second race start score an impressive win in The XXX Gold maiden over 100om beating Hell Of A Devil and Lunar Ice. Favourite Deramarama was always well back and was unplaced. Snooza won the Hahn Premium Maiden narrowly from favourite Lucky Bay with Magical Note just getting third ahead of Hi Dollie.
The first staying event of the season saw favourite Hacketts Heart too good for Jeux D'espirit and Put Option in the Bear Cove Radler Hcp over 1950m. The Brendan Corver trained galloper is been set for the Esperance Cup.
Wily veteran He's Smokin won his 16th race when a good winner of the Emu Export Hcp over 1200m, after a good ride by apprentice Michael Grantham, over outside Jay Dee Rocks and Ron's Gem. Outsider Time Star stormed home from 9th on the turn to win the Hahn Super Dry Hcp beating Comes Round and Elljay.
My Girl Kate overcame been held up on the turn to win by a nose over Boyne River and Corolla in The Tooheys Extra Dry Hcp over 1200m. Only a Long neck seperated the first four horses in a great finish.
Veteran Jockey Dan Miller got Swahili home in the Summer Bright Hcp over 1600 after been held up for a clear run at the 250m. The Tracey Frizzell trained galloper won by a nose over Stormy Express and Impact Rating.
Outsider Silver Ambush had to survive a protest to win the Hahn Superdry Hcp over 1600, when he narrowly beat Wing Star and Albany galloper Commandeer.
Horses to follow: City Plan, Hacketts Heart, Elljay, My Girl Kate, The Menace.
Meeres rode a double fror trainer Fiona Scott on City Plan and Time Star, and had a nose victory with My Girl Kate for trainer Sally Roworth.
City Plan at her second race start score an impressive win in The XXX Gold maiden over 100om beating Hell Of A Devil and Lunar Ice. Favourite Deramarama was always well back and was unplaced. Snooza won the Hahn Premium Maiden narrowly from favourite Lucky Bay with Magical Note just getting third ahead of Hi Dollie.
The first staying event of the season saw favourite Hacketts Heart too good for Jeux D'espirit and Put Option in the Bear Cove Radler Hcp over 1950m. The Brendan Corver trained galloper is been set for the Esperance Cup.
Wily veteran He's Smokin won his 16th race when a good winner of the Emu Export Hcp over 1200m, after a good ride by apprentice Michael Grantham, over outside Jay Dee Rocks and Ron's Gem. Outsider Time Star stormed home from 9th on the turn to win the Hahn Super Dry Hcp beating Comes Round and Elljay.
My Girl Kate overcame been held up on the turn to win by a nose over Boyne River and Corolla in The Tooheys Extra Dry Hcp over 1200m. Only a Long neck seperated the first four horses in a great finish.
Veteran Jockey Dan Miller got Swahili home in the Summer Bright Hcp over 1600 after been held up for a clear run at the 250m. The Tracey Frizzell trained galloper won by a nose over Stormy Express and Impact Rating.
Outsider Silver Ambush had to survive a protest to win the Hahn Superdry Hcp over 1600, when he narrowly beat Wing Star and Albany galloper Commandeer.
Horses to follow: City Plan, Hacketts Heart, Elljay, My Girl Kate, The Menace.
Friday, February 4, 2011
ALBANY Preview Sunday February 6th SKY 1
The Albany race Club appear to have made the right move in reducing the distance of the Albany Weekender Fillies & Mares Hcp with an excellent field entered for Sundays event over 1200m.
Heading the weights is the Steve Wolfe trained I'm Here To Win, a very good winner at her last two starts. The four year old mare has been allocated 61.0kg but gets a 3kg respite for apprentice Alex Lawrence who takes over frrom Peter Hall. After apprentices allowances Height Of Heights will head the weights at 58.5kg.
Collayshell who was runner up to I'm Here To Win last start will carry 57.0, and apprentice Yannick Valenti will take the mount to get his 2.0kg concession. Another consistent local Winehorse did not draw well at the barrier but has been racing in fine form with wins at Albany and Bunbury and unlucky last start in towm.
Travelling horses look also to play a part with Resurgent in fine form at Bunbury but comes back in distance here. Wanna Be A Rockstar has been in good form at the Provincials and was a last start placegetter at Ascot Mid week over 1200m.
Heading the weights is the Steve Wolfe trained I'm Here To Win, a very good winner at her last two starts. The four year old mare has been allocated 61.0kg but gets a 3kg respite for apprentice Alex Lawrence who takes over frrom Peter Hall. After apprentices allowances Height Of Heights will head the weights at 58.5kg.
Collayshell who was runner up to I'm Here To Win last start will carry 57.0, and apprentice Yannick Valenti will take the mount to get his 2.0kg concession. Another consistent local Winehorse did not draw well at the barrier but has been racing in fine form with wins at Albany and Bunbury and unlucky last start in towm.
Travelling horses look also to play a part with Resurgent in fine form at Bunbury but comes back in distance here. Wanna Be A Rockstar has been in good form at the Provincials and was a last start placegetter at Ascot Mid week over 1200m.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
ESPERANCE Preview Saturday February 5th - SKY 2
Esperance Racing gets underway this Saturday at 1:25pm with the running of the XXXX Gold Maiden over 1000m. Deramarama showed ability on debut and should take beating. Four first starters have accepted for the race, namely Baggervain, Lunar Ice, City Plan and Tropical Time. Race Two is the Hahn Premium Light Maiden and a capacity field of fourteen will face the starter. Snooza caught the eye last start and Resuscitator, Magical Note, Time To Front, Hi Dollie and El Serenata are all recent placegetters.
Race Three is the Bear Cove Radler Handicap and will be the first staying event of the season over 1950m. Put Option was an impressive last start winner over 1600m and looks ready for the rise in distance. Hackett’s Heart will be running on and Cyclos should be prominent for a long way. Royal Wing looks to have a great chance and gets in well at the weights. The Emu Export Handicap is for the open sprinters and Donargy looks ready to win. He gets in well with 54kg on his back and Russell Hanson. Summer Crossing beat him last start and must be considered while Ron’s Gem looks better suited over 1200m.
The Hahn Super Dry Handicap kicks off the Quaddie. Perelmo and Elljay won last start and Comes Round is a likely improver for apprentice Yannick Valenti. Topweights Arcade Attraction and All The Gold have been good in the past and should both start under 10/1. Race Six is the Tooheys Extra Dry Handicap and it looks to be between My Girl Kate, Boyne River, Trida Brando, Gwen Ten and Kaszanka.
The Summer Bright Lager Handicap is over 1600m and Lyoveldio and Just Sue look very hard to beat after their recent victories. Cyclonic Force is on the improve and Stormy Express is racing in fine style. Impact Rating, a former Cup winner has been alotted 58kg but apprentice Alex Lawrence will claim. The last is over a mile and looks to be a very open betting affair. Lord Airlie was well supported last start and the likes of Simply A Star, Masters Seal and The Comforter are all recent winners. Converted also looks to be on the improve and has drawn favourably in barrier four.
Ryan Levitzke
Ryan's Early selections ; Deramarama, Snooza, Put Option, Donargy (best), Arcade Attraction, Boyne River, Just Sue and Converted.
Race Three is the Bear Cove Radler Handicap and will be the first staying event of the season over 1950m. Put Option was an impressive last start winner over 1600m and looks ready for the rise in distance. Hackett’s Heart will be running on and Cyclos should be prominent for a long way. Royal Wing looks to have a great chance and gets in well at the weights. The Emu Export Handicap is for the open sprinters and Donargy looks ready to win. He gets in well with 54kg on his back and Russell Hanson. Summer Crossing beat him last start and must be considered while Ron’s Gem looks better suited over 1200m.
The Hahn Super Dry Handicap kicks off the Quaddie. Perelmo and Elljay won last start and Comes Round is a likely improver for apprentice Yannick Valenti. Topweights Arcade Attraction and All The Gold have been good in the past and should both start under 10/1. Race Six is the Tooheys Extra Dry Handicap and it looks to be between My Girl Kate, Boyne River, Trida Brando, Gwen Ten and Kaszanka.
The Summer Bright Lager Handicap is over 1600m and Lyoveldio and Just Sue look very hard to beat after their recent victories. Cyclonic Force is on the improve and Stormy Express is racing in fine style. Impact Rating, a former Cup winner has been alotted 58kg but apprentice Alex Lawrence will claim. The last is over a mile and looks to be a very open betting affair. Lord Airlie was well supported last start and the likes of Simply A Star, Masters Seal and The Comforter are all recent winners. Converted also looks to be on the improve and has drawn favourably in barrier four.
Ryan Levitzke
Ryan's Early selections ; Deramarama, Snooza, Put Option, Donargy (best), Arcade Attraction, Boyne River, Just Sue and Converted.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Albany Review Thursday January 27th
Timely Reign, stayer or sprinter, a question many were asking after the Paul Hunter trained gelding after not starting for 47 days after racing over 2200m, scored a good win over 1100m. The prolific Great Southern winner had an average city campaign when stepped in ground quickly, but back on home soil and ridden well by apprentice Yannick Valenti overpowered favourite Watson's Bay to win nicely. The question to be asked is Timely Reign a stayer (not in the real sense in my opinion) or a good 1400m to 1800m horse (for mine yes), so does Paul Hunter aim towards another Albany Cup, or a Fitzpatrick Plate over the shorter 1300m. Timely Reign's next few starts may determine which way he heads.
Trainer Steve Wolfe had the quinella in the opening race when debutant Dare To Doubt ran on strongly to beat stable mate Girlcan, with Little Evie a good third at her WA debut. Wolfe made it a double later in the day when Troy Can resumed with a stylish win over 1100m.
Since entering Ken Nightingales stables One talk has hit his form and followed up with a good Maiden win over 1200m, and former Jockey Raquel Mills travelled over from Bunbury with Haddon Hall who scored easily in the 1500m Maiden.
Xaarphonic has hit his straps of late and made it three in a row with a narrow win over a cheeky Highly Prized who was racing over 1800m first up. Jockey Peter Black was pumped to get the win as 100m out it did not look likely , but Xaarphonic hit top gear late.
Trainer Dixie Solly has Certain Magic back near his best form and he narrowly beat Jomatesi by the barest margin, when the judges had to use all the modern technology to split them on the line. The final event over 1600m saw King"s Tribute salute for a rare win when running on strongly for trainer Dennis McAuliffe and Jockey Dan Miller
Trainer Steve Wolfe had the quinella in the opening race when debutant Dare To Doubt ran on strongly to beat stable mate Girlcan, with Little Evie a good third at her WA debut. Wolfe made it a double later in the day when Troy Can resumed with a stylish win over 1100m.
Since entering Ken Nightingales stables One talk has hit his form and followed up with a good Maiden win over 1200m, and former Jockey Raquel Mills travelled over from Bunbury with Haddon Hall who scored easily in the 1500m Maiden.
Xaarphonic has hit his straps of late and made it three in a row with a narrow win over a cheeky Highly Prized who was racing over 1800m first up. Jockey Peter Black was pumped to get the win as 100m out it did not look likely , but Xaarphonic hit top gear late.
Trainer Dixie Solly has Certain Magic back near his best form and he narrowly beat Jomatesi by the barest margin, when the judges had to use all the modern technology to split them on the line. The final event over 1600m saw King"s Tribute salute for a rare win when running on strongly for trainer Dennis McAuliffe and Jockey Dan Miller
Monday, January 24, 2011
Esperance Review Saturday 22nd
Hot conditions greeted patrons at the Esperance Bay Turf Club on Saturday with the temperature reaching 42 degrees at 2pm. Many horses sweated up and whether it be coincidence or not mares and fillies struggled to get results. All gate takings were donated to the Carnarvon Race Club, who had it’s track decimated by flooding a couple of months ago.
Race One was the Healthway Eat More Fruit Maiden and leading trainer Brendan Corver and leading ride Russell Hanson kicked off the day with a winner. Four year old gelding Elljay had been unplaced at all six starts before debuting at the Esperance track with a solid victory. He shared the lead before taking over at the 300m mark and going on to score by over a length in a fast 1.09.72. First starter Deramarama took an inside run to finish second and Magical Note came from midfield on the fence to be third.
The second was the Healthway Eat More Veg Handicap and the improved Perelmo brought up his fourth win at start number 42. He settled outside the leader before proving too strong for Landmark Lady and Western Crown. Stearnes Glass sponsored the third race. Lyoveldio flashed down the outside to defeat Go Fury Go and Converted. Drama followed the event with Stewards deeming that race favourite Honor’s Secret and stable-mate Boyne River were denied fair starts when their respective barriers failed to open with the others. All bets were refunded on these gallopers and large deductions followed on winning bets.
The Express Yourself Printing Handicap was over 1000m and Donnyonetime brought up a hat-trick of victories for trainer Helen Harding and rider Misty Bazeley. After leading throughout over 1200m and 1100m he made light work of the hot conditions and the widest barrier. The official margin was 1.75 lengths, Trida Brando battled on well to run second and Kazsanka caught the eye with a fast finishing third. Race Five was supported by Condingup Machinery Wreckers and ESM Manufacturing and Summer Crossing, ridden by 4kg claiming apprentice Jayce Buckley held on to win by a head. Donargy loomed large but could only manage a second while ten year old He’s Smokin’ battled on gallantly to be third.
The Healthway Go For 2 & 5 Handicap provided trainer Rod Kirkup and jockey Neil Chapman with a treble. Put Option was ultra impressive, defeating Stormy Express and Just Sue ran on from well back to finish third. The Kalgoorlie Boulder Race Club sponsored the last and for the fourth time saddlecloth number eight was carried to victory. Outsider Cyclos was too good, winning by almost a length over Hackett’s Heart and Royal Wing. The Kalgoorlie Boulder Race Club racing season begins on Saturday March 19 and concludes in early September.
The draw for the naming rights to this year’s Esperance Cup was held and the sponsor for this year will be RSM Bird Cameron. There are four meetings left in the season ; Saturday February 5, Friday (twilight) February 18, Saturday February 26 and Cup Day is Saturday March 5. Horses to follow ; Deramarama, Time Star, Boyne River, Kazsanka, Ready Freddy, Put Option and Hackett’s Heart.
Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Race One was the Healthway Eat More Fruit Maiden and leading trainer Brendan Corver and leading ride Russell Hanson kicked off the day with a winner. Four year old gelding Elljay had been unplaced at all six starts before debuting at the Esperance track with a solid victory. He shared the lead before taking over at the 300m mark and going on to score by over a length in a fast 1.09.72. First starter Deramarama took an inside run to finish second and Magical Note came from midfield on the fence to be third.
The second was the Healthway Eat More Veg Handicap and the improved Perelmo brought up his fourth win at start number 42. He settled outside the leader before proving too strong for Landmark Lady and Western Crown. Stearnes Glass sponsored the third race. Lyoveldio flashed down the outside to defeat Go Fury Go and Converted. Drama followed the event with Stewards deeming that race favourite Honor’s Secret and stable-mate Boyne River were denied fair starts when their respective barriers failed to open with the others. All bets were refunded on these gallopers and large deductions followed on winning bets.
The Express Yourself Printing Handicap was over 1000m and Donnyonetime brought up a hat-trick of victories for trainer Helen Harding and rider Misty Bazeley. After leading throughout over 1200m and 1100m he made light work of the hot conditions and the widest barrier. The official margin was 1.75 lengths, Trida Brando battled on well to run second and Kazsanka caught the eye with a fast finishing third. Race Five was supported by Condingup Machinery Wreckers and ESM Manufacturing and Summer Crossing, ridden by 4kg claiming apprentice Jayce Buckley held on to win by a head. Donargy loomed large but could only manage a second while ten year old He’s Smokin’ battled on gallantly to be third.
The Healthway Go For 2 & 5 Handicap provided trainer Rod Kirkup and jockey Neil Chapman with a treble. Put Option was ultra impressive, defeating Stormy Express and Just Sue ran on from well back to finish third. The Kalgoorlie Boulder Race Club sponsored the last and for the fourth time saddlecloth number eight was carried to victory. Outsider Cyclos was too good, winning by almost a length over Hackett’s Heart and Royal Wing. The Kalgoorlie Boulder Race Club racing season begins on Saturday March 19 and concludes in early September.
The draw for the naming rights to this year’s Esperance Cup was held and the sponsor for this year will be RSM Bird Cameron. There are four meetings left in the season ; Saturday February 5, Friday (twilight) February 18, Saturday February 26 and Cup Day is Saturday March 5. Horses to follow ; Deramarama, Time Star, Boyne River, Kazsanka, Ready Freddy, Put Option and Hackett’s Heart.
Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Friday, January 21, 2011
Esperance Preview Saturday 22nd January SKY 2
Saturday racing at the Esperance Bay Turf Club hots up this weekend with a seven event card. The first race is scheduled for 1:19pm and a capacity field of fourteen will face the starter. All seven races will be televised throughout Australasia via the Sky Channel network with the Quaddie legs being races 4 - 7. The Club has decided to donate all ‘gate takings’ to the Carnarvon Race Club who have had their racing surface affected by flood damage. A whopping seventeen horses accepted for the Healthway Eat More Fruit Maiden (1200m) with three of them listed as emergencies. Time To Front has been a minor placegetter at all three Esperance starts and is sure to be making ground at the finish again. Magical Note, Hi Dollie, Snooza and Terra Cat demand attention while Resuscitator is capable of improving after disappointing last start.
Race Two is the Healthway Eat More Veg Handicap over 1300m and there look to be many winning chances. Landmark Lady already has two victories under her belt this season and All The Gold and Western Crown also love the track. Arcade Attraction looks to be working up to a win and Perelmo ran on stylishly last start when third. The third is sponsored by Stearnes Glass and once again the race looms as a very open contest. Lyoveldio should be in the finish while Hoolicity and Boyne River both improved sharply at their last efforts. Wing Star, Algorism and Honor’s Secret will all have their fair share of admirers too.
The fourth kicks off the Quaddie and is supported by Express Yourself Printing. This race brings together three promising types, namely Donnyonetime, My Girl Kate and Gwen Ten. Donnyonetime has led throughout at his last couple while My Girl Kate and Gwen Ten both won their last starts in effortless fashion. Trida Brando and Kaszanka are both capable of sneaking a place at longer odds. Race Five is the Open Sprint co-sponsored by Condingup Machinery Wreckers and ESM Manufacturing and as per usual a field of handy sprinters has been assembled. He’s Smokin’ always runs a good race but again he faces a tough task as top-weight, although claiming apprentice Michael Grantham has been booked for the ride. Ready Freddy was impressive a fortnight ago and will take holding out. Summer Crossing, Donargy and Mufasa haven’t been far away and the likes of Jay Dee Rocks, Observation and Sword Master could sprint well fresh.
Race Six is the Healthway Gor For 2 & 5 Handicap and Just Sue looks very hard to beat. The Brendan Corver trained mare has an impeccable track record and looks cherry ripe for another win over the mile journey. Stormy Express is a last start winner rising in class while Put Option and Ron’s Gem loom as obvious threats. The last is sponsored by the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Race Club and is also over 1600m. The ultra consistent Royal Wing gets her chance to break through but the vast majority of entrants look to have a genuine chance of winning. Hackett’s Heart looks suited over the distance along with a few others, so playing wide in the last leg of the Quaddie is a great idea.
Early selections for Saturday ; Snooza, Perelmo, Lyoveldio, Donnyonetime, Mufasa, Just Sue and Royal Wing.
- Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Race Two is the Healthway Eat More Veg Handicap over 1300m and there look to be many winning chances. Landmark Lady already has two victories under her belt this season and All The Gold and Western Crown also love the track. Arcade Attraction looks to be working up to a win and Perelmo ran on stylishly last start when third. The third is sponsored by Stearnes Glass and once again the race looms as a very open contest. Lyoveldio should be in the finish while Hoolicity and Boyne River both improved sharply at their last efforts. Wing Star, Algorism and Honor’s Secret will all have their fair share of admirers too.
The fourth kicks off the Quaddie and is supported by Express Yourself Printing. This race brings together three promising types, namely Donnyonetime, My Girl Kate and Gwen Ten. Donnyonetime has led throughout at his last couple while My Girl Kate and Gwen Ten both won their last starts in effortless fashion. Trida Brando and Kaszanka are both capable of sneaking a place at longer odds. Race Five is the Open Sprint co-sponsored by Condingup Machinery Wreckers and ESM Manufacturing and as per usual a field of handy sprinters has been assembled. He’s Smokin’ always runs a good race but again he faces a tough task as top-weight, although claiming apprentice Michael Grantham has been booked for the ride. Ready Freddy was impressive a fortnight ago and will take holding out. Summer Crossing, Donargy and Mufasa haven’t been far away and the likes of Jay Dee Rocks, Observation and Sword Master could sprint well fresh.
Race Six is the Healthway Gor For 2 & 5 Handicap and Just Sue looks very hard to beat. The Brendan Corver trained mare has an impeccable track record and looks cherry ripe for another win over the mile journey. Stormy Express is a last start winner rising in class while Put Option and Ron’s Gem loom as obvious threats. The last is sponsored by the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Race Club and is also over 1600m. The ultra consistent Royal Wing gets her chance to break through but the vast majority of entrants look to have a genuine chance of winning. Hackett’s Heart looks suited over the distance along with a few others, so playing wide in the last leg of the Quaddie is a great idea.
Early selections for Saturday ; Snooza, Perelmo, Lyoveldio, Donnyonetime, Mufasa, Just Sue and Royal Wing.
- Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Review Mungrup Sprint Day, Mt Barker Sunday January 16th
A great day of racing was held by The Mt Barker Turf Club last Sunday, with the George Daly trained Xaaravid narrowly winning the $90,000 Mungrup Stud Sprint over 1300. The club should be congratulated for running such a brilliant day with a track in great order and amenties for the big crowd who attended.
Race One: Trainer Dennis McAuliffe and Jockey Stephen Sheehy broke a long run of outs when Russian Rouge finiashed powefully to win from debutant Dolken Start who finished powerfully after a slow start. One talk finished third just ahead of leader Honour Chrismax. Favourite Kunnara raced wide througout and finished mid field.
Race Two: Stompin showed above average ability. at only his second start with an effortless
win after been slow away and is capable of winning in higher grade, if a few chinks in his armour can be eradicated. Stripped Bear battled on for a distant second with Star Enigma finishing on for third and Black N Green fourth and looking for more ground.
Race Three: Fiery Fox handled the rise in class and made it two wins on the trot and a double for Jockey Peter Hall when beating All Spots who ran on strrongly and Dambig just ahead of leader Speedy Bohemian.
Race Four: Consistent Galinba Blast narrowly got home with the top weight of 59kg, beating a game Flying Duel who went forward after been caught wide early. I'm Called Earl battled on for third ahead of Plantinum Lad and Stormy Sunset.
Race Five: Striking Viking followed up on good form to grind out a win over Eternal Advice and favourite November Red in the 2000m Hcp after sitting just off the pace. Goldtown finished on well for fourth.
Race Six: The perfect ride by Peter Hall paved the way for an impressive victory by I'm Here To win over the 1200m. Sitting just off a fast pace I'm Here To Win ran on powerfully to beat Collayshell and Pwakkers Back. The Tax Man was not far behind fourth wiyj regal Miss running on.
Race Seven: The Mungrup Sprint produced a great race with Xarravid who accerlated quickly on straightening holding out the bolter Crosswise by a half head, who came from last along the rails. Favourite Proart had every chance and wound up third ahead of local Noble Steed who gave plenty of cheek. Fancied runners Ma Ma Machine and Kid Choisir faded after racing on the pace.
Race Eight: Veteran Jockey Peter Black gave Trimconnection the ideal run and held out a late challenge from Call Me Ned to win the last of theday, with Certain Magic running an honest third. A wall of horses crossed the line next with the unlucky runner looking tobe The Keillor Kid
Race One: Trainer Dennis McAuliffe and Jockey Stephen Sheehy broke a long run of outs when Russian Rouge finiashed powefully to win from debutant Dolken Start who finished powerfully after a slow start. One talk finished third just ahead of leader Honour Chrismax. Favourite Kunnara raced wide througout and finished mid field.
Race Two: Stompin showed above average ability. at only his second start with an effortless
win after been slow away and is capable of winning in higher grade, if a few chinks in his armour can be eradicated. Stripped Bear battled on for a distant second with Star Enigma finishing on for third and Black N Green fourth and looking for more ground.
Race Three: Fiery Fox handled the rise in class and made it two wins on the trot and a double for Jockey Peter Hall when beating All Spots who ran on strrongly and Dambig just ahead of leader Speedy Bohemian.
Race Four: Consistent Galinba Blast narrowly got home with the top weight of 59kg, beating a game Flying Duel who went forward after been caught wide early. I'm Called Earl battled on for third ahead of Plantinum Lad and Stormy Sunset.
Race Five: Striking Viking followed up on good form to grind out a win over Eternal Advice and favourite November Red in the 2000m Hcp after sitting just off the pace. Goldtown finished on well for fourth.
Race Six: The perfect ride by Peter Hall paved the way for an impressive victory by I'm Here To win over the 1200m. Sitting just off a fast pace I'm Here To Win ran on powerfully to beat Collayshell and Pwakkers Back. The Tax Man was not far behind fourth wiyj regal Miss running on.
Race Seven: The Mungrup Sprint produced a great race with Xarravid who accerlated quickly on straightening holding out the bolter Crosswise by a half head, who came from last along the rails. Favourite Proart had every chance and wound up third ahead of local Noble Steed who gave plenty of cheek. Fancied runners Ma Ma Machine and Kid Choisir faded after racing on the pace.
Race Eight: Veteran Jockey Peter Black gave Trimconnection the ideal run and held out a late challenge from Call Me Ned to win the last of theday, with Certain Magic running an honest third. A wall of horses crossed the line next with the unlucky runner looking tobe The Keillor Kid
Friday, January 14, 2011
Mungrup Sprint Day Preview - Mt Barker January 16th
Trainer Adam Durrant, Jockey Peter Hall and smart galloper Proart have the chance for redemption twelve months to the day when they tackle the $90,000 Mungrup Sprint at Mt Barker on Sunday. Sent out a red hot favourite last year, Proart was basically out of contention shortly after the start due to interference and finished well back. Drawn ideally at gate three, Proart will be racing third up after a good effort over 1400m and mid field over 1000m. The Sprint has drawn together a solid field, with city horses looking to dominate.
Race One: Hussonace should improve on first up effort here. One Talk much improved last start and can go on with it. Kununarra very good at debut here and meets similar field. Honour Chriusmax followed good trial form with fair debut here. Can improve. Santavia not far away when resuning here. Had plenty of chances. Royal Eagle fair form then good effort at Narrogin. Versace Queen improved at effort Narrogin.
Race Two: Towering placed seven in twenty starts in similar company. Emblet disappointing last few need to do better. Mcintyre good effort last start, untried this trip. Smokley Bandit back in distance after fair effoirts last few. Stompin very good debut here and well drawn. Black N Green placed at 1500m last start at third start. Stripped Bear had three starts and ready to produce best.
Race Three: All Spots back in class here. Previous form fair. Dark N Stormy won Narrogin but disasppointing last outing. Dambig mixes form but drawn well and can improve. Corolla improving each run at Esperance. Fiery Fox good winner here first up and claims again. Nutopia look for improvement on average first up run here. Tiga Romano placed two runs back but need to be at best here.
Race Four: Galinba Blast form very consistent down in class but up in weight here. I'm Called Earl form solid and first try at the trip. Flying Duel ran on well to win 1600m Albany last start. Jarnac won three starts back 1500m and been placed this journey. Platinum Lad rarely runs a bad race and has prospects. Exit Plan better effort last start but this harder.
Race 5: Attadale all the way win 1850m here last start. Goldtown finding it hard to regain the best form. Savage Wolf distance will suit but not fired at two runs back. Striking Viking always about the place and a win would not surprise. Eternal Advice race not run to suit last start. Worth another chance. November Red form solid but does not win many. Cheque Mate form has been fair and a win would not surprise. Top Gallant disappointing at last few but capable.
Race 6: Pwakkers Back been in solid form all season and respect again. Regal Miss placed here at 1850m, back here in distance. The Tax Man form solid but struggled last start with big weight. I'm Here To Win followed two placings with good all the way win in similar company. Collayshell unbeaten in Great South and stong prospects again. Saramento fair effort when resuming, this much harder.
Race Seven: Ma Ma Machine classy galloper with big impost and untried the trip, but drawn to get good run. Escadaire resumes here but would need to be at its best to have any hope. Kid Choisir six wins in fourteen starts and in good company. First start at trip. Proart fair efforts at two runs back and ready to produce best form. Xaaravid form in good company fair, has won this trip. Alchemic local form very good but this much harder. Impatient Times in good form in handy company and one at the weights here. Noble Steed not won for sometime but well drawn to lead.
Race Eight:: Certain Magic placed two of last five but not well drawn here. Spirited Rocket solid efforts last few and claims here. The Dark Side tough fighting win here last start. In form and drawn well. The Keillor KId won three starts back and form is solid. Dawinner good effort first up and chance though drawn wide. Call Me Ned broke through last start and can go on with it. Trimconnection form good befoire winner in milder company. Disco Reveller good efforts last two but this harder.
Race One: Hussonace should improve on first up effort here. One Talk much improved last start and can go on with it. Kununarra very good at debut here and meets similar field. Honour Chriusmax followed good trial form with fair debut here. Can improve. Santavia not far away when resuning here. Had plenty of chances. Royal Eagle fair form then good effort at Narrogin. Versace Queen improved at effort Narrogin.
Race Two: Towering placed seven in twenty starts in similar company. Emblet disappointing last few need to do better. Mcintyre good effort last start, untried this trip. Smokley Bandit back in distance after fair effoirts last few. Stompin very good debut here and well drawn. Black N Green placed at 1500m last start at third start. Stripped Bear had three starts and ready to produce best.
Race Three: All Spots back in class here. Previous form fair. Dark N Stormy won Narrogin but disasppointing last outing. Dambig mixes form but drawn well and can improve. Corolla improving each run at Esperance. Fiery Fox good winner here first up and claims again. Nutopia look for improvement on average first up run here. Tiga Romano placed two runs back but need to be at best here.
Race Four: Galinba Blast form very consistent down in class but up in weight here. I'm Called Earl form solid and first try at the trip. Flying Duel ran on well to win 1600m Albany last start. Jarnac won three starts back 1500m and been placed this journey. Platinum Lad rarely runs a bad race and has prospects. Exit Plan better effort last start but this harder.
Race 5: Attadale all the way win 1850m here last start. Goldtown finding it hard to regain the best form. Savage Wolf distance will suit but not fired at two runs back. Striking Viking always about the place and a win would not surprise. Eternal Advice race not run to suit last start. Worth another chance. November Red form solid but does not win many. Cheque Mate form has been fair and a win would not surprise. Top Gallant disappointing at last few but capable.
Race 6: Pwakkers Back been in solid form all season and respect again. Regal Miss placed here at 1850m, back here in distance. The Tax Man form solid but struggled last start with big weight. I'm Here To Win followed two placings with good all the way win in similar company. Collayshell unbeaten in Great South and stong prospects again. Saramento fair effort when resuming, this much harder.
Race Seven: Ma Ma Machine classy galloper with big impost and untried the trip, but drawn to get good run. Escadaire resumes here but would need to be at its best to have any hope. Kid Choisir six wins in fourteen starts and in good company. First start at trip. Proart fair efforts at two runs back and ready to produce best form. Xaaravid form in good company fair, has won this trip. Alchemic local form very good but this much harder. Impatient Times in good form in handy company and one at the weights here. Noble Steed not won for sometime but well drawn to lead.
Race Eight:: Certain Magic placed two of last five but not well drawn here. Spirited Rocket solid efforts last few and claims here. The Dark Side tough fighting win here last start. In form and drawn well. The Keillor KId won three starts back and form is solid. Dawinner good effort first up and chance though drawn wide. Call Me Ned broke through last start and can go on with it. Trimconnection form good befoire winner in milder company. Disco Reveller good efforts last two but this harder.
Monday, January 10, 2011
Esperance Review Friday January 7th
Saturday’s race meeting at the Esperance Bay Turf Club broke new ground, with three of the eight events televised live into Singapore. The first event was the Newtown / Condingup Football Club Maiden (1600m) and the market reflected a wide betting race. English apprentice Ryan Hill wasted no time in assuming control on 12/1 pop The Comforter. It was the Brit’s first mount at the track and after being headed in the home straight he battled back strongly to win by a nose over El Serenata and Hoolicity. The Staines Esperance Maiden provided the most impressive performance of the afternoon. Four year old mare Gwen Ten flashed down the outside to record a solid triumph in 1.04.71. The margin was a couple of lengths over Time To Front and Magical Note. With the first three favourites making the podium the Trifecta only returned $40.
Race Three was the Lila Ruby Rose Doutch Handicap and race favourite Donnyonetime made every post a winner from gate four. Former Apprentice’s Cup winner Misty Bazley (formerly Parsons) set the speed and booted clear at the top of the straight and although tired near home held on to defeat Summer Crossing and Comes Round. Margins were a neck by a nose by a nose. The fourth was sponsored by Cranes Esperance and Stock Transport and it’s a race bookmakers will be happy to put behind them. The Debbie Warnes trained Ready Freddy unleashed a strong finishing burst to claim victory in a photo finish. Jockey Kiryn Waldeck knew she’d arrived in time and her exuberance overflowed shortly after the winning post as she celebrated wildly, punching the air a few times, knowing fair well that she’d pulled off a plunge. The well backed Ready Freddy’s winning margin was a head over Arcade Attraction and Perelmo finished third.
The Eljay’s Bar and Restaurant Handicap kicked off the Quaddie which held a record pool of over $36,000. Senior hoop Shaun Meeres rode a perfect race on My Girl Kate who dually saluted. Boyne River caught the eye with a fast finishing second and Corolla after showing pace held on for third. Race Six was sponsored by the Maritime Union of Australia. Goonee was debuting at the Esperance track for leading trainer Brendan Corver and was ably ridden by Ned Coldbeck to a narrow victory. After Saturday Coldbeck only has one win up his sleeve before his claim drops to two kilograms. Lord Airlie (runner up) was pipped on the post and Lyoveldio wasn’t far away in third position.
Race Seven was the Reed Resources Handicap and leading rider Russel Hanson rode his first winner of the day aboard track specialist Just Sue. The chairman of Reed Resources David Reed was on course to witness the event first hand. The mare charged home to win her seventh race at the track after just thirteen appearances. Put Option saved ground throughout and finished second while Ron’s Gem had no luck, was three wide throughout before salvaging third. Ron’s Gem was a solid performance given the extra metreage she had to cover. The last was the Regional West Group Handicap and Stormy Express notched a hat-trick of wins for Brendan Corver. Russel Hanson went for home at the 300m mark and was able to maintain a margin in the run to the line over Royal Wing and Platinum Lad. She’ll Be Right caught the eye with a fast finishing fourth while Cyclos failed to finish after his saddle slipped mid race. The next meeting will be held on Saturday January 22 and given the high amount of horses in town, an eight race program will be on the cards again.
Horses to follow ; Cut And Dried, Gwen Ten, Time To Front, Donargy, Super Bullant, Alevanta, Well Adjusted, Swahili, Ron’s Gem and Royal Wing.
Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Race Three was the Lila Ruby Rose Doutch Handicap and race favourite Donnyonetime made every post a winner from gate four. Former Apprentice’s Cup winner Misty Bazley (formerly Parsons) set the speed and booted clear at the top of the straight and although tired near home held on to defeat Summer Crossing and Comes Round. Margins were a neck by a nose by a nose. The fourth was sponsored by Cranes Esperance and Stock Transport and it’s a race bookmakers will be happy to put behind them. The Debbie Warnes trained Ready Freddy unleashed a strong finishing burst to claim victory in a photo finish. Jockey Kiryn Waldeck knew she’d arrived in time and her exuberance overflowed shortly after the winning post as she celebrated wildly, punching the air a few times, knowing fair well that she’d pulled off a plunge. The well backed Ready Freddy’s winning margin was a head over Arcade Attraction and Perelmo finished third.
The Eljay’s Bar and Restaurant Handicap kicked off the Quaddie which held a record pool of over $36,000. Senior hoop Shaun Meeres rode a perfect race on My Girl Kate who dually saluted. Boyne River caught the eye with a fast finishing second and Corolla after showing pace held on for third. Race Six was sponsored by the Maritime Union of Australia. Goonee was debuting at the Esperance track for leading trainer Brendan Corver and was ably ridden by Ned Coldbeck to a narrow victory. After Saturday Coldbeck only has one win up his sleeve before his claim drops to two kilograms. Lord Airlie (runner up) was pipped on the post and Lyoveldio wasn’t far away in third position.
Race Seven was the Reed Resources Handicap and leading rider Russel Hanson rode his first winner of the day aboard track specialist Just Sue. The chairman of Reed Resources David Reed was on course to witness the event first hand. The mare charged home to win her seventh race at the track after just thirteen appearances. Put Option saved ground throughout and finished second while Ron’s Gem had no luck, was three wide throughout before salvaging third. Ron’s Gem was a solid performance given the extra metreage she had to cover. The last was the Regional West Group Handicap and Stormy Express notched a hat-trick of wins for Brendan Corver. Russel Hanson went for home at the 300m mark and was able to maintain a margin in the run to the line over Royal Wing and Platinum Lad. She’ll Be Right caught the eye with a fast finishing fourth while Cyclos failed to finish after his saddle slipped mid race. The next meeting will be held on Saturday January 22 and given the high amount of horses in town, an eight race program will be on the cards again.
Horses to follow ; Cut And Dried, Gwen Ten, Time To Front, Donargy, Super Bullant, Alevanta, Well Adjusted, Swahili, Ron’s Gem and Royal Wing.
Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Albany/Esperance Previews January 6th/7th
ALBANY THURSDAY
Albany is back on this Thursday with a seven event card with yet again only small fields. Smart mare Lady Lavenham resturns after two mid week city placings and steps up to 160-0m for her first attempt.
The day opens a 1200m 53-62 class over 1200m and Trimconnection never gets a better chance to break through. Main dangers are Le Freq racing first up, Alabamaramer, Briello and Disco Reveller. The maiden over 1200m sees Paul Hunter with strong claims in Toss N Spin, Marenzo and Ana's Honour Other cfhances include Emblet, Tsovies Joy, Solid Dan and Mr Cluedo in an open race.
The 1600m Maiden has Lunar Park dropping in class up against Stormy Sunset, Belles Fury, Smokey Bandit and Flying Duel all knocking on the door. As much of half the field have claims here in an open race. The Class 1 1100m also has many chances including Dark N Stormy, Classy Flirt, Halo Park, Honors Secret, Tiga Romano and Jake The Musk. Former Victorian Letdegoodtimesroll races first up.
The 62+ Hcp has the in form Pwakkers Back up against The Tax Man, I'm Here To Win, last start winner Bella Sempre and former city galloper Hermosa Corona. The 1500m 53-62 Hcp does not provide a lot of winners but Desert Oak the last start Maiden winner steps up against seasoned gallopers in Kings Tribute, Bombard, Chuck The Bird and Simply A Star.
Lady Lavenham will start short in the last, but she meets some seasoned gallopers in Savage Wolf, Jazzy Saint, Monsieur Blanc, Hacketts Heart, Cho Son, Midnight Touch and Dark Humour, so this will be no walk in the park for the four year old mare.
ESPERANCE FRIDAY
This Friday is race day at the Esperance Bay Turf Club. Due to the large amount of nominations the program has been expanded to an eight race card. The first race is scheduled for 1:31pm with racing continuing right through until the last at 5:57pm.
Race One is the Newtown / Condingup Football Club Maiden (1600m) and a field of thirteen will face the starter. Bradbury’s Chance ran a great race last start but has been allocated barrier eleven. The likes of El Serenata and Cut And Dried will appreciate the rise in distance and Lucky Bay looks well placed in gate three. Other chances look to be Snooza, That’s Why and Leidenwin, who made up many lengths at her last start.
Race Two is the Staines Esperance Maiden and there look to be three leading candidates. Gwen Ten debuted with a promising second and both Time To Front and Hi Dollie have been finishing their races off strongly. Ace Pilot showed speed at his Esperance debut and is worth considering for exotics from the pole position. The third is the Lila Ruby Rose Doutch Handicap and if Donnyonetime can repeat his last start performance he should be winning. Despite rising in class the four year old should set the pace and be very hard to catch. Summer Crossing and Donargy are both dropping in class while Comes Round, Kaszanka and Tashi Delek all have place claims.
Race Four is sponsored by Cranes Esperance Stock Transport and local mare Landmark Lady is shooting for a hat-trick of triumphs. Arcade Attraction looks suited and Super Bullant hasn’t been far away at recent runs. The Menace is an interesting runner resuming for leading trainer Brendan Corver. The fifth kicks off the Quaddie and is sponsored by Eljay’s Bar. My Girl Kate is likely to start favourite after a consistent start to the Esperance season. Parkside is proven at the track and resumes from barrier one while Corolla, Boyne River, Shameless Hussy and Algorism are all worth looking at for Quaddie calculations.
Race Six is the Maritime Union of Australia Handicap and Lyoveldio is sure to have plenty of support. The five year old has been in busy finishes at his last couple when 1st and 2nd. Jeux D’Esprit looks ready to fire and with the right run Western Crown will take holding off. The Reed Resources Handicap is for the open sprinters and He’s Smokin’ will be very hard to catch. The ten year old led throughout last week and once again will have his weight of 59.5kg significantly reduced with claiming apprentice Michael Grantham booked for the ride. Masters Seal rises in class but only has an impost of 54kg. Ron’s Gem and Just Sue are both going to be flooding home and Cyclonic Force is sure to be improved by her first up hitout too.
A field of ten have accepted for the Regional West Group Handicap and Stormy Express will take beating. He hasn’t had much luck at his three runs this season and with Russel Hanson on board he should be thereabouts again. Wing Star and Royal Wing both boast fine track records while Miss Alonso, Platinum Lad and Cyclos are also in with rough hopes.
Early tips ; Lucky Bay, Hi Dollie, Donnyonetime, Landmark Lady, My Girl Kate, Western Crown, Ron’s Gem and Royal Wing. BEST BET : Donnyonetime.
- Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
Albany is back on this Thursday with a seven event card with yet again only small fields. Smart mare Lady Lavenham resturns after two mid week city placings and steps up to 160-0m for her first attempt.
The day opens a 1200m 53-62 class over 1200m and Trimconnection never gets a better chance to break through. Main dangers are Le Freq racing first up, Alabamaramer, Briello and Disco Reveller. The maiden over 1200m sees Paul Hunter with strong claims in Toss N Spin, Marenzo and Ana's Honour Other cfhances include Emblet, Tsovies Joy, Solid Dan and Mr Cluedo in an open race.
The 1600m Maiden has Lunar Park dropping in class up against Stormy Sunset, Belles Fury, Smokey Bandit and Flying Duel all knocking on the door. As much of half the field have claims here in an open race. The Class 1 1100m also has many chances including Dark N Stormy, Classy Flirt, Halo Park, Honors Secret, Tiga Romano and Jake The Musk. Former Victorian Letdegoodtimesroll races first up.
The 62+ Hcp has the in form Pwakkers Back up against The Tax Man, I'm Here To Win, last start winner Bella Sempre and former city galloper Hermosa Corona. The 1500m 53-62 Hcp does not provide a lot of winners but Desert Oak the last start Maiden winner steps up against seasoned gallopers in Kings Tribute, Bombard, Chuck The Bird and Simply A Star.
Lady Lavenham will start short in the last, but she meets some seasoned gallopers in Savage Wolf, Jazzy Saint, Monsieur Blanc, Hacketts Heart, Cho Son, Midnight Touch and Dark Humour, so this will be no walk in the park for the four year old mare.
ESPERANCE FRIDAY
This Friday is race day at the Esperance Bay Turf Club. Due to the large amount of nominations the program has been expanded to an eight race card. The first race is scheduled for 1:31pm with racing continuing right through until the last at 5:57pm.
Race One is the Newtown / Condingup Football Club Maiden (1600m) and a field of thirteen will face the starter. Bradbury’s Chance ran a great race last start but has been allocated barrier eleven. The likes of El Serenata and Cut And Dried will appreciate the rise in distance and Lucky Bay looks well placed in gate three. Other chances look to be Snooza, That’s Why and Leidenwin, who made up many lengths at her last start.
Race Two is the Staines Esperance Maiden and there look to be three leading candidates. Gwen Ten debuted with a promising second and both Time To Front and Hi Dollie have been finishing their races off strongly. Ace Pilot showed speed at his Esperance debut and is worth considering for exotics from the pole position. The third is the Lila Ruby Rose Doutch Handicap and if Donnyonetime can repeat his last start performance he should be winning. Despite rising in class the four year old should set the pace and be very hard to catch. Summer Crossing and Donargy are both dropping in class while Comes Round, Kaszanka and Tashi Delek all have place claims.
Race Four is sponsored by Cranes Esperance Stock Transport and local mare Landmark Lady is shooting for a hat-trick of triumphs. Arcade Attraction looks suited and Super Bullant hasn’t been far away at recent runs. The Menace is an interesting runner resuming for leading trainer Brendan Corver. The fifth kicks off the Quaddie and is sponsored by Eljay’s Bar. My Girl Kate is likely to start favourite after a consistent start to the Esperance season. Parkside is proven at the track and resumes from barrier one while Corolla, Boyne River, Shameless Hussy and Algorism are all worth looking at for Quaddie calculations.
Race Six is the Maritime Union of Australia Handicap and Lyoveldio is sure to have plenty of support. The five year old has been in busy finishes at his last couple when 1st and 2nd. Jeux D’Esprit looks ready to fire and with the right run Western Crown will take holding off. The Reed Resources Handicap is for the open sprinters and He’s Smokin’ will be very hard to catch. The ten year old led throughout last week and once again will have his weight of 59.5kg significantly reduced with claiming apprentice Michael Grantham booked for the ride. Masters Seal rises in class but only has an impost of 54kg. Ron’s Gem and Just Sue are both going to be flooding home and Cyclonic Force is sure to be improved by her first up hitout too.
A field of ten have accepted for the Regional West Group Handicap and Stormy Express will take beating. He hasn’t had much luck at his three runs this season and with Russel Hanson on board he should be thereabouts again. Wing Star and Royal Wing both boast fine track records while Miss Alonso, Platinum Lad and Cyclos are also in with rough hopes.
Early tips ; Lucky Bay, Hi Dollie, Donnyonetime, Landmark Lady, My Girl Kate, Western Crown, Ron’s Gem and Royal Wing. BEST BET : Donnyonetime.
- Ryan Levitzke (race caller)
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