Tivaci News
Three Saturday Trans-Tasman winners for Tivaci
Tivaci enjoyed a standout day on 8 February, siring three Trans-Tasman winners. In New Zealand, Tuxedo claimed the Gr.2 Waikato Guineas, while Lippy secured victory at Wingatui. Meanwhile, in Australia, Mr Vivaci broke his maiden impressively for Chris Waller.
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Tivaci’s Tuxedo eyes Group 1 Glory
Tivaci’s son, Tuxedo (ex Ball Gown), stormed to a 3.5-length victory in the Gr.2 Waikato Guineas. Bred by Waikato Stud and bought by George Barnett for $70,000, he targets the Gr.1 Derby.
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Wolfy reacts well to change
A tactical change by trainer Nicky Ryan saw Tivaci’s son, Wolfy, triumph at Flemington on Saturday. Dropping back to 1200 metres with blinkers applied, the Waikato Stud-bred four-year-old stormed to victory under Ethan Brown, showcasing a powerful finish to secure his third career win.
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Sterling effort from Kiwi hope
Sought After impressed at Ellerslie on Sunday, winning over 1200m in preparation for the $3.5m NZB Kiwi. Trained by Andrew Scott and Lance O’Sullivan, the robust son of Tivaci stormed home under Wiremu Pinn, showcasing his readiness for Australasia’s richest three-year-old race. Bred by Waikato Stud, he’s destined for stardom.
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Sinhaman goes the distance
Tivaci gelding Sinhaman (ex Shellac) broke through over 2100m at Trentham for trainer Stephen Marsh. Ridden expertly by Matt Cartwright, he settled fifth before finishing strongly. A $200,000 purchase from Waikato Stud, Sinhaman is Shellac’s first foal, hailing from a pedigree that includes Metal Bender and Group 1 winner Amarelinha.
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Lovaci headed to stakes company
Lovaci, a well-related Waikato Stud graduate, showcased her talent at Tauranga with a dominant 2.8-length victory. Trained by Stephen Marsh and ridden by Courtney Barnes, the mare surged along the fence to triumph. By Sacred Falls’ family, she’s poised for black-type success, boasting two wins and five placings from eight starts.
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3YO opens winning account at Otaki
Only The Lonely (Tivaci x On Your Own) showcased her talent with a Boxing Day victory at Otaki, securing her maiden win over 1400 metres. Bred by Waikato Stud, the determined three-year-old is the first foal of Sacred Falls mare On Your Own, from a family rich in stakes-winning pedigree.
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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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Hivari back in fine style
WS-Bred winner for Tivaci with Hivari (ex Heartfelt) taking the win at Riccarton for trainer Meg Cuneen over 1200m.
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Tuxedo makes dream start
Tivaci three-year-old Tuxedo (ex Ball Gown) debuted impressively at Te Aroha, winning over 1400 meters under jockey Joe Doyle. Bred by Waikato Stud, Tuxedo’s strong pedigree includes ties to G1 sire Starcraft. His trainer, Colm Murray, notes his potential for progression with distance, marking an exciting start to his career.
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Tivaci WSNZBred winner for Annabel Neasham and Rob Archibald
Jockey Beau Mertens is optimistic about Tango Queen’s future after guiding the three-year-old to her first victory over 1400m at Sale. Trained by Annabel Neasham and Rob Archibald, the Waikato Stud-bred daughter of Tivaci showed impressive form, with Mertens believing she can progress further through the grades in Victoria.
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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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