NEWS News

19 October 2024

Another winning cheque for Overdrawn

Overdrawn, who is part-owned by Waikato Stud, purred along in the trail under Matt Cartwright and once into the clear he was too good in the run home at Ellerslie on Saturday.

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17 October 2024

Wishy ready to go one better in Everest

I Wish I Win, trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, will represent New Zealand in The Everest at Randwick, seeking redemption after last year’s runner-up finish. With a favorable barrier nine, breeder Mark Chittick is optimistic about the gelding’s chances, citing better race conditions and excitement from Trackside Media’s support.

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17 October 2024

Harry follows proud family tradition

Harry Chittick, 18, continued his family’s auction legacy at the Inglis Ready2Race Sale, selling a Super Seth colt for A$240,000 to Hong Kong trainer Ricky Yiu. The colt, Lot 15, is a half-brother to winners and from the prestigious Thorn Park bloodline. Chittick described the experience as “nerve-racking.”

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14 October 2024

Smart 3YO strikes again in HK

Super Seth’s three-year-old Patch Of Cosmo continued his winning form in Hong Kong, securing another victory at Sha Tin over 1,200 meters. Trained by Manfred Man and ridden by Luke Ferraris, Patch Of Cosmo was bred by Waikato Stud and sold for $230,000. He’s the first foal of Savabeel mare Thee.

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12 October 2024

Super run by Seth’s son

There was honour in defeat this afternoon for Feroce in his bid to credit his Waikato Stud-based sire Super Seth with a maiden Group 1 victory in the Caulfield Guineas.

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9 October 2024

Nolen confirmed for Everest on Wishy

Luke Nolen has been confirmed to partner I Wish I Win, a son of Savabeel, in the A$20 million The Everest at Royal Randwick.

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8 October 2024

Further success for top family

A potent Waikato Stud family made its presence felt at Goulburn on Tuesday afternoon. The WS-bred and -sold Stand In Line, the son of Tivaci, coasted along to win by two lengths for Danielle Seib.

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4 October 2024

Breeding Giant Waikato Stud Joins NZB Kiwi Ranks

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR) is excited to announce that leading Thoroughbred nursery, Waikato Stud, has secured a coveted three-year slot in the NZB Kiwi. As a powerhouse in New Zealand’s breeding and racing industry, …

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Waikato Stud Savabeel
2 October 2024

Savaglee on track for Group 1 target

High-class Savabeel colt Savaglee has taken another winning step in his quest for a top-flight title. The three-year-old showed the steely side of his nature at Matamata where he overcame aless than ideal run on …

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27 September 2024

Sprinter too slick at Te Rapa

Quality sprinter Wewillrock produced another sterling performance over 1200 metres at TeRapa on Friday afternoon to put away his open class rivals with authority. The Guy Lowry and Leah Zydenbos-trained son of El Roca was …

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Tivaci
27 September 2024

Mare completes top Te Rapa day for WS

Rayet completed a grand day at Te Rapa for Waikato Stud when she successfully openedher four-year-old season. Produced in tip-top order by trainers Ben and Ryan Foote, the daughter of Tivaci bouncedwell to lead and …

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Savabeel at Waikato Stud
27 September 2024

Savabeel mare relishes extra trip

A step up in distance at Te Rapa this afternoon was all Savacat required to add to herwinning record. The five-year-old had finished an eye-catching fifth over 1200 metres on the course whenreturning from a …

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