Races ORX Trentham - NZ

Second-up. First-up after five months 2nd of 8 at Tauherenikau on November 9 over 1000m, on a slow track; neck behind Nedelin carrying 58.5kg at $7.20. Previously second-up second last of 10 at this track on June 7 over 1200m, on heavy track; 10 len behind Luminance carrying 58.5kg at $4.90. Fitter for that run and will be tough to beat.

At the latest run 7th of 12 at Wanganui on November 22 over 1340m, slow going 2.75 len behind Tommy Star carrying 58.5kg at $7.20. The start before that 2nd of 14 at Woodville on November 2 over 1200m, slow going 3.5 len behind East End Lad carrying 56.5kg at $11. Best form stacks up nicely and deserves another chance.

Second-up. First-up after seven months 9th of 12 at Otaki on November 30 over 1200m, 6 len behind Hoorah Henry with 58.5kg at $5.60. Previously second-up 7th of 10 at Pukekohe on April 23 over 1400m, on heavy track; 14 len behind Sacred Combatant with 58kg at $3.60. Fitter and can break through.

Sue Thompson & Mick Brown trained four-year-old gelding lining up for first race start. Progressing well with a recent trial win. Inside barrier will assist chances. Importantly has a nice gate so keep a close eye on any market push.

Gelding by War Decree making his first appearance. Was runner-up in a trial at Woodville on December 2 over 1000m. Pay to keep an eye on betting moves.

First-starter by Tivaci out of Strolling Vagabond. Has the pedigree so may well pay to keep safe,

Dual acceptor. First starter by King Of Comedy out of O'Know. Has a total of two trials prior to his debut today. Betting best guide.

Three-year-old gelding making debut by Ardrossan out of Escalera. Purchased for NZD $ 50,000 (NZB 2024 Ready 2 Run Sale). Was second in a Te Awamutu barrier trial over 850m November 18. Not to be underestimated first time out.

At the latest run 8th of 12 at this track on December 6 over 1300m, on a slow track; 5.5 len behind Thorax carrying 55kg at $71.60. Before that 3rd of 8 at New Plymouth Raceway on November 21 over 1200m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Miss Anna Lee with 54.5kg at $58.50. Likely to find this out of reach.

At debut, 5th of 12 at Waipukurau on November 16 over 1200m, 5 len behind Zorero with 56.5kg at $6.80. Progressive type who can improve sharply.

Having second run back today. Last start 10th of 13 at Te Aroha on November 11 over 1150m, slow going 6 len behind The Perfect One with 53.5kg at $70.20. At only start last preparation 6th of 8 at Cambridge Synthetic on May 21 over 970m, 6 len behind Miss Moet All with 56.5kg at $42.30. Expect she'll find this too tough.

First starter by Ardrossan out of The Faith. Ran third in Foxton trial over 850m October 21. Watch for market moves.