New Zealand Racing, 2015-16

[my miss storm cat]

Just watched both of her trials... she looks VERY nice!

Merry Christmas, Ed.

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Same to you.

I've arrived at Ellerslie and it's a beautiful day. I can't wait for this.

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That was such a good win from Sacred Master.

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Stunning wins by Kawi, Capella, Xtravagant, Gasoline, Seventh Up and others. But the two spills (luckily horses and riders all okay!) and the Newmarket DQ really marred the day for me and took away some of the joy.

I hope New Year's Day will be perfect.

[my miss storm cat]

Originally Posted by _ed_

Stunning wins by Kawi, Capella, Xtravagant, Gasoline, Seventh Up and others. But the two spills (luckily horses and riders all okay!) and the Newmarket DQ really marred the day for me and took away some of the joy.

I hope New Year's Day will be perfect.

Have only watched Kawi so far and wow... and what a ride by Leith!

Oh Soriano.... such a wonderful horse. Good Lord Authentic Paddy has such heart.

That win though... that was really spectacular.

Will watch the rest on and off throughout the day. Not looking forward to the spills but extremely happy to know all are safe.

[my miss storm cat]

Originally Posted by _ed_

Stunning wins by Kawi, Capella, Xtravagant, Gasoline, Seventh Up and others. .

Good luck to Black Mascara and to Sultry Assassin in their respective races today!

(... and, of course, to El Chico @Phar Lap).

edit - Ed here... incase you haven't seen it. Habibi was 4th.

http://www.bloodhorse.com/horse-raci...ante-h-gr-iiit

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Thanks for that - I completely missed that race.

Much quieter day at Ellerslie today but the racing has been so good! Black Mascara, O'Rachael (so brave), He's An Ace and Duchess Kate.

[my miss storm cat]

I am amazed Trudy got Black Mascara past Cartell! Even knowing the outcome... at the last possible second it looked impossible. Nice win!