New Zealand Racing, 2014-15 - Page 20

my miss storm cat · #**381** 03-04-2015, 09:12 AM

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I had to be at the office for the early part of the day working on the weekly paper, but I've been at Ellerslie since just before the Sunline Vase.

Some fantastic performances today - Rock Diva was stunning.

She was sensational!

Nice 2nd by Pu$sy O'Reilly in her race (!) and oh... I do so love Thee Auld Floozie's tail.

NICE field for the NZ Stakes on Saturday!

(Good luck and safe home to El Chico in his race).

_ed_ · #**382** 03-04-2015, 05:11 PM

Thee Auld Floozie surprised me. I didn't think she was quite as good as some of the others and I thought Saavoya would beat her easily, but she proved me wrong! A really strong win from her.

I love the fields for both G1 races on Saturday. Can't wait.

my miss storm cat · #**383** 03-06-2015, 09:25 AM

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I think that was Durham Town's best ever performance.

".....but away goes Bobby....."

That was GREAT!

SO happy (... and happy I finally got to see it). Love the little tidbits that are included in the race. Bobby? Who knew.

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Thee Auld Floozie surprised me. I didn't think she was quite as good as some of the others and I thought Saavoya would beat her easily, but she proved me wrong! A really strong win from her.

I love the fields for both G1 races on Saturday. Can't wait.

Oh yeah I looked quickly and, had I been playing, would have completely tossed her.

Nice girl!

Have fun today. I would imagine Rising Romance and Marky Mark both win but good luck to Strata Lady and just about every single horse in the NZ Stakes. Would love for Soriano, Shuka or Iamishwara to win (OR RR) but it will be interesting to see how Farm Boy does here (after that last VERY nice race).

Hey if you ever hear anything about Tempelten can you post it? A little surprised not to have seen him at all last month... Thanks!

_ed_ · #**384** 03-06-2015, 04:36 PM

Here you go.

http://www.theinformant.co.nz/racing...i-jumping-hope

my miss storm cat · #**385** 03-06-2015, 05:35 PM

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Here you go.

http://www.theinformant.co.nz/racing...i-jumping-hope

Oh that's awesome! Thanks!

_ed_ · #**386** 03-07-2015, 12:48 AM

The NZ Stakes was a hard article to write - so much to cover!

my miss storm cat · #**387** 03-07-2015, 10:22 AM

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The NZ Stakes was a hard article to write - so much to cover!

Really well done. You detailed everything with respect and compassion yet still wrote about the race...

For me a good race caller is one where I could close my eyes and see the race... it's complete, you know? So your piece was like that. One could not know anything about what had happened but read it and know the entire story.

Well done!

Have not yet watched any replays but pretty surprised that Marky Mark was off the board!

my miss storm cat · #**388** 03-08-2015, 10:08 AM

Happy to read the update on The Justice League this am!

Whoa, the noms for the Oaks look fantastic! Cannot wait!

I was looking at the fields for tomorrow (...Hawera?) and there is only one name I know (Steel Rose). I honestly don't remember ever seeing this name!

_ed_ · #**389** 03-09-2015, 05:23 PM

They don't race there very often, that's for sure. They only have one stakes race every year, which is in October.

I was a bit disappointed that Marky Mark was only fourth, but he actually ran a pretty good race and wasn't far away from them at the line. I think it was a bit better than it looks and he'll be a big chance in the Sires' Produce on March 28.

_ed_ · #**390** 03-11-2015, 04:17 PM

I'm not working on Saturday but I still can't wait! The Oaks and the Guineas should be fantastic races.

This is cool - good to see them having a bit of a break from the amazing job they're doing on the field. http://www.nzracing.co.nz/News/15544...kato-Stud.aspx

my miss storm cat · #**391** 03-13-2015, 05:55 PM

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I'm not working on Saturday but I still can't wait! The Oaks and the Guineas should be fantastic races.

This is cool - good to see them having a bit of a break from the amazing job they're doing on the field. http://www.nzracing.co.nz/News/15544...kato-Stud.aspx

That IS cool!

Happy Oaks Day!

I have been thinking Platinum Witness all along and know she will be the heavy favorite but I'm finding myself rooting for Thee Auld Floozie now. Was thinking of using both along with Charmont but instead I think I will pass altogether and just watch.

Good luck to YOU and come home safe, good girls!

my miss storm cat · #**392** 03-14-2015, 11:41 AM

What a great finish that was in the Oaks!!!

Happy that Vespa and Spellbinder both won their respective races as well.

_ed_ · #**393** 03-14-2015, 09:30 PM

That was a fantastic Oaks. The second placing for Platinum Witness is enough to confirm her as the winner of the Filly of the Year Series.

Beats Saavoya by six points.

my miss storm cat · #**394** 03-17-2015, 04:02 PM

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That was a fantastic Oaks. The second placing for Platinum Witness is enough to confirm her as the winner of the Filly of the Year Series.

Beats Saavoya by six points.

Well good for both of them!

Just now saw your Tavistock fee article. Geez that should go up by what... about a thousand percent?

_ed_ · #**395** 03-17-2015, 08:16 PM

I know! It should be a massive increase, he's just been amazing this season.

my miss storm cat · #**396** 03-18-2015, 10:36 AM

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I know! It should be a massive increase, he's just been amazing this season.

Makes you wonder about what's to come when this season has been so completely phenomenal!

I was looking at the fields for Tauranga Racecourse this weekend and it finally occurred to me to look at the clubs and courses section... interesting stuff! Cool to finally see what is where.

Some nice fields but oh I do wish Postman's Daughter would be retired now. While I am rooting for others like Recite I haven't forgotten what a nice race Julinsky Prince ran that last out.

Thoughts on who wins at Rosehill?

http://www.racingandsports.com.au/en...&meeting=56057

_ed_ · #**397** 03-18-2015, 04:44 PM

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I was looking at the fields for Tauranga Racecourse this weekend and it finally occurred to me to look at the clubs and courses section... interesting stuff! Cool to finally see what is where.

Yeah! I like what they've done with it, and I'm sure it's a big help for fans who aren't from here.

I'm not sure about Rosehill on Saturday. I think Rising Romance will win her race, and I hope Silent Achiever goes well in the Ranvet.

I think Mongolian Khan and VSB have a tough challenge stepping down in distance for the Guineas after the Derby, but hopefully they'll show how good they are as well.

_ed_ · #**398** 03-18-2015, 06:14 PM

VSB and Rising Romance on their way to Sydney...

my miss storm cat · #**399** 03-19-2015, 09:16 AM

Great picture!!! Good luck to both.

_ed_ · #**400** 03-20-2015, 09:20 PM

Aw, Rising Romance just misses out. But still a nice run.