Races ORX Te Aroha - NZ

Dual acceptor. Comes here off a 36-day let-up. Last start raced on speed throughout when 3rd of 10 at Ruakaka on January 6 over 1600m, slow going 3 len behind Waimea Bay with 57.5kg at $2.80. The race before that 5th of 12 at Ellerslie on December 11 over 1600m, slow going 4.5 len behind Day One with 57.5kg at $7.60. Working up to a win. Sure to go very well.

Third-up today. Resuming 2nd in a small field at this track on January 3 over 1150m, on heavy track; 1.75 len behind Velvet Blue with 57.5kg at $3.80. Second run from a spell made ground from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Pukekohe on January 18 over 1300m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind Gallinda carrying 54.5kg at $11.40. Profiles nicely. Major player.

At debut, sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 14 at Waverley on January 28 over 1400m, on a slow track; 0.4 len behind Tomahawk carrying 57.5kg at $9.70. Sure to play a major role.

Form hard to fault. Last start 4th of 11 at Pukekohe on January 18 over 1300m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind Gallinda with 57kg at $8.80. The run before that 4th of 11 at Arawa Park on December 27 over 1400m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Open Country with 57.5kg at $5.80. Great chance to figure in the top 3 this time.

Most recently 5th of 8 at Te Rapa on January 16 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Glam Award carrying 57.5kg at $12.30. The race before that 5th of 9 at Te Rapa on December 20 over 1200m, slow going 5.5 len behind Confesara with 57.5kg at $15. Well placed in this line-up and can improve.

Lining up for just third start. When well in the market at debut, 5th of 10 at Tauranga on January 2 over 1400m, slow going 2.25 len behind Lunaman with 57.5kg at $5. Last start got back early 6th of 11 at New Plymouth Raceway on January 24 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 8 len behind Ryders Legacy with 57kg at $6.80. Should be right in the finish.

Dual acceptor. First starter by Shamus Award out of Charlotte Square AUD $ 40,000 (Magic Millions 2024 Adelaide Yearling Sale) purchase. Trialled on January 13 when third at Tauranga over 1300m. Barrier an advantage. Looks tested in this line-up.

Dual acceptor. Raced twice to date. When well in the market at debut, couldn't go on with it; 6th of 10 at Arawa Park on December 27 over 1400m, slow going 6 len behind Clear Conscience carrying 56kg at $4.40. Last start ran on strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 7 at Wanganui on January 19 over 1340m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind Erbys Darci with 56.5kg at $4.30. Has ability and is expected to run well again.

Last start 10th of 13 at Pukekohe on January 18 over 1300m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Starlit Express carrying 55kg at $5.70. The run before that 4th of 11 at Tauranga on January 2 over 1200m, slow going 2.5 len behind Panther carrying 55kg at $4.20. Capable of sharp improvement.

Third-up today. Not raced for 61 days. Resuming sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 11 at this track on November 26 over 1400m, 8 len behind That's Gold carrying 52.5kg at $66.30. Last start ran last of 14 at Tauranga on December 12 over 1500m, slow going 13 len behind Tagalomu carrying 52kg at $19.50. Likely to find this out of reach.

Having third race start. When well in the market at debut, second last in a small field at this track on January 3 over 1150m, on a wet track; 14 len behind Velvet Blue with 55.5kg at $3.60. Second-up eased back early on 6th of 10 at Te Rapa on January 30 over 1300m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Mosala with 55.5kg at $36.20. Doesn't look one of the major players.

Had two starts to date. When well in the market at debut, ran last in a small field at this track on January 3 over 1150m, in the wet; 44 len behind Velvet Blue carrying 55.5kg at $2.70. Second-up struggled in the run home; 5th of 10 at Te Rapa on January 30 over 1300m, slow going 6 len behind Mosala carrying 52.5kg at $21.70. Open to plenty of improvement and could feature in the finish.

She is resuming after a three months break. Finished off last preparation second last of 14 at this track November 11 over 1400m, soft track; 10 len behind Ploy with 55kg at $38. On debut second last of 9 at Matamata October 17 over 1200m, on heavy track; 10 len behind Halo's Fire carrying 55.5kg at $13.90. Will improve on whatever she does in this.

Dual acceptor. First starter by Staphanos out of Femme De Lune. Finished second in a trial at Tauranga January 13. Worth consideration.

Dual acceptor. Lining up for just third start. At long odds at debut, ran last of 11 at Tauranga on January 2 over 1200m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Panther carrying 54kg at $44.30. Second-up 7th of 14 at Te Rapa on January 30 over 1400m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Young Jackson with 55kg at $13.70. Improvement to come cannot be underestimated.

Dual acceptor. First starter by Ancient Spirit out of Cristallo. Has a total of two trials prior to his debut today. Watch for any market moves.

Dual acceptor. On debut. Three-year-old gelding by Ace High out of Elehara purchased for NZD $ 37,500 (NZB 2024 Karaka - Book 2). At the most recent trial finished fourth at Pukekohe over 1100m. Wait and see what he can do.

Dual acceptor. Gelding by Swiss Ace facing the starter for the first time. Finished fourth in a Pukekohe trial over 1100m on January 20. Betting best guide.

Dual acceptor. First starter by Almanzor - Cinnadream. Hasn't set the track alight with her trials leading into today's race. Suited for the place at best.

Dual acceptor. Three-year-old filly (Ribchester - Chaparella) who was bought for NZD $ 100,000 (NZB 2024 Karaka - Book 1). Andrew Forsman has her primed for this with five recent trials leading in today's debut. Ran 3rd in a trial at Pukekohe over 1100m on January 20. Looks one of the chances despite a difficult barrier.