New Zealand Racing, 2015-16

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The Soriano incident was a strange one. The original finish was Consensus, Vavasour, Spoke To Carlo and Soriano, but then Soriano's people (rightly) lodged a protest.

Vavasour was taken down to fourth, but then her people wanted to protest against Spoke To Carlo! But the timeframe for protesting had elapsed by that time, which was a bit unlucky.

I'm not going to the 2000 Guineas this year - first one I've missed since 2007! But I can't wait to watch it.

[my miss storm cat]

Originally Posted by _ed_

The Soriano incident was a strange one. The original finish was Consensus, Vavasour, Spoke To Carlo and Soriano, but then Soriano's people (rightly) lodged a protest.

Vavasour was taken down to fourth, but then her people wanted to protest against Spoke To Carlo! But the timeframe for protesting had elapsed by that time, which was a bit unlucky.

I'm not going to the 2000 Guineas this year - first one I've missed since 2007! But I can't wait to watch it.

How awful! Carlo seriously needed to come down.

Oh well.

Any idea when Soriano will bow out?

[my miss storm cat]

Originally Posted by my miss storm cat

Great fields for the weekend especially the 2000 Guineas (who are you liking there, Ed? Kinda rooting for Serena Miss and TJL but oh so many nice kids here!

Just watched Ali Baba's sole win again... big fan of Michael Moroney so that would be good too!

Exciting!

edit - Probably my only bet of the night and just for fun... Tomorrowland and Sports Illustrated with Barbaric and Black Mascara underneath.

Nov. 6, 2015 07:59 AM 3013AC957136 Online Gaming NZ B Te Rapa 7 $2.00 TR 1,2 / 1,2 / 3,8 $8.00

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Ali Baba is a really exciting horse. His 4th in the Sarten was amazing.

But the first two races today have favoured horses racing near the pace, so I'm thinking it might not be easy to come from far back today. Maybe a horse like Amarula might go wire to wire.

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Red Dirt Girl at 43-1! Stunning result in the Pegasus.

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OH MY GOD.

I have no words to describe the 2000 Guineas.

[my miss storm cat]

Originally Posted by _ed_

OH MY GOD.

I have no words to describe the 2000 Guineas.

That was absolutely breathtaking!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[my miss storm cat]

I know there were much more important races yesterday BUT did you see how good Blood Brotha ran (wish they had trackus for that!)? Beautiful win by Southern Sav but oh what a run that was and very well done by Jimmy Mac as well!!! Gave me chills.

Not bad for an old man in his 62nd start. Looks like someone isn't ready to retire!

Very much enjoyed your Barbaric piece and as quoted, yeah he sure deserved that win. I can never be disappointed with Tomorrowland. He'll be back to himself one of these days.

Red Dirt Girl was awesome!

[my miss storm cat]

Wow he IS big!

I had not watched the replay of Fionn's Kid till now... after reading about him had to and wow... makes the others look like toys. NICE run!

I have a new favorite to add to my long list. Flavigny. Takes a special kind of girl to stand in the stalls when they open. Must be very frustrating and especially for a trainer that I like so very much but gotta love it.

(edit - You know, I just watched her two wins...she's a nice girl. Wonder why she stood still...).

Wonderful fields for Wednesday.

Is Serena Miss going to run in the 1,000 Guineas? Just saw the noms. Can't wait!

Happy to read the little blub about Storming the Tower (in the FK piece in the Informant).

Any news on Mongolian Khan?

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This one last Wednesday is the latest I've heard: http://www.theinformant.co.nz/racing...rogresses-well

Yeah, the 1000 Guineas is the plan for Serena Miss. The Rogersons also have Maritimo in the race, so they look strong! But horses like No More Tears are going to be hard to beat.

[my miss storm cat]

Don't know how on earth I missed that and thanks!

Desperately happy Blood Brotha got some love in the Informant!

[my miss storm cat]

Very much liked your Opulent piece. Rooting for Illuminati (who only wins when I don't bet her) and Locket.

NICE field for the MIle (forgot the proper name - sorry!),

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Just looking back to the 2000 Guineas, can you believe Battle Time is still a maiden?!

2nd G1 2000 Guineas
2nd G1 Diamond Stakes
3rd G2 Hawke's Bay Guineas



He has to win a race someday!

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El Chico! A G3 win at the age of 11! I can't believe it.

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I'm still in disbelief! Just amazing. What a great old horse.

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Oh, Addictive Habit, you are amazing.

[my miss storm cat]

Originally Posted by _ed_

El Chico! A G3 win at the age of 11! I can't believe it.

AAahhh that was awesome!!!!!

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Oh, Addictive Habit, you are amazing.

That WAS!

I thought, even though he didn't hit the board, Nashville ran really nicely. Not taking anything away from the glorious winner and thrilled that he won it again but yeah... love them both.

Originally Posted by _ed_

Just looking back to the 2000 Guineas, can you believe Battle Time is still a maiden?!

2nd G1 2000 Guineas
2nd G1 Diamond Stakes
3rd G2 Hawke's Bay Guineas



He has to win a race someday!

He's really a beautiful color, isn't he? (Sorry - pretty horsie moment).

Loved your El Chico piece!

[my miss storm cat]

Any predictions for the weekend, ed?

I think I will just enjoy watching the stars-to-be in the 1000 Guineas, play Celebrity Miss on top of my ticket(s) in the NZ Cup and hold my breath and hope beyond hope for Soriano (what a wonderful field that is! Wow!) at Tauranga.

So many I'm a fan of running this weekend... g/l to Locket and Carlotta and oh wow Nine Pin! I haven't seen his name lately... assumed he retired.

Will not bother mentioning the other hundred or so.

[my miss storm cat]

Soriano!

Thrilled she won and against such a great field. Amazing seeing Jimmy Mac win and oh... El Chico - you champion you!

Beautifully done by Risqué.

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Sorry for being quiet for a few days - forgot to mention that I was heading to Australia for the weekend with my partner.

Catching up with all the results and replays now. Risque was fantastic.