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14 December 2024

Jedibeel cuts it fine in Razor Sharp

Jedibeel, a Waikato Stud-bred son of Savabeel, claimed his first stakes win in the Listed Razor Sharp Handicap at Randwick. Trained by Brad Widdup, the five-year-old stormed home under Tyler Schiller for his seventh victory. From I Wish I Win’s family, Jedibeel highlights Savabeel’s exceptional recent stakes success.

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14 December 2024

Group 1 Derby hopes for Ardrossan 3YO

Beau Dazzler, trained by Tony and Maddysen Sears, secured the Gr.3 Grand Prix Stakes at Eagle Farm, cementing his path to the Gr.1 Queensland Derby. The Ardrossan gelding, a $85,000 NZB purchase, showcased his potential under Jag Guthmann-Chester. Ardrossan’s stakes winners-to-runners rate of 7.7% underscores his remarkable success.

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14 December 2024

Ardrossan’s son back to his best

Saltcoats, a son of Ardrossan, secured a stirring second-up win over 1800m at Randwick under Tommy Berry for trainer Chris Waller. The four-year-old, formerly Listed winner in New Zealand, powered home from last to claim A$160,000. Ardrossan, with impressive 15% foals-to-winners, features prominently in NZ’s upcoming yearling sale.

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12 December 2024

The Corner with Garry Chittick

Following a couple of weeks off, Garry is back sharing his thoughts on recent events as the Tattersalls December Sale, greyhound racing being phased out in New Zealand, his Group-winning darling Sethito from his dual Group 1-winning mare Suavito and by Super Seth, and more!

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9 December 2024

Sethito delivers on all levels for Chittick family

Quality filly Sethito (Super Seth x Suavito) delivered a stellar performance at Ellerslie, capturing the Gr.3 Bonecrusher Stakes. Bred and raced by Garry Chittick, her victory not only boosted her illustrious pedigree but also highlighted the potential of her Savabeel half-brother, set to feature at Karaka’s Book 1 session.

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7 December 2024

Super Sethito a quality filly

WS-bred Sethito gives Super Seeth a new Group winners taking out the Gr.3 Bonecrusher Stakes at Ellerslie for owner-breeder Garry Chittick.

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5 December 2024

Super Seth three-year-old impresses

Impressive winner for Super Seth, Centennial Park wins at Geelong by four lengths for McEvoy Mitchell Racing and owners Ron and Judy Wanless who purchased him as a yearling.

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30 November 2024

Toretto’s win highlights Ardrossan’s sire power

Article updated Thursday, 5 December. Toretto‘s (2g, ex Pwerfect) impressive win on Saturday at Ellerslie turned many heads – not just because of the two-year-old’s impressive turn of foot, a trait his sire Ardrossan also …

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30 November 2024

Ardrossan two-year-old bags feature spot

A gifted son of Waikato Stud resident Ardrossan has claimed his place in the country’s richest two-year-old event. Toretto had bagged runner-up cheques in his first two appearances and victory at Ellerslie on Saturday guaranteed …

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28 November 2024

The White Horse with SEN Radio

Gareth Hall broadcast live from The White Horse on Wednesday morning, we’ve clipped the 45-minute segment up for easy listening – enjoy!

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28 November 2024

Look for the WS in 2025!

Magic Millions, New Zealand Bloodstock and Inglis have released yearling catalogues for the 2025 Australasian yearling sales series with Waikato Stud set to offer drafts as all auction house’s sales – we took a deep dive in to each.

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28 November 2024

Trainer’s faith rewarded with stakes success

Tuxedo (ex Ball Gown), a Waikato Stud-bred son of Tivaci, claimed the Gr.3 Elsdon Park Wellington Stakes at Otaki, maintaining an unbeaten record. Trained by Shaune Ritchie and Colm Murray, the talented three-year-old is a promising Gr.1 New Zealand Derby contender, showcasing power, composure and an impressive pedigree.

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