Tivaci News

20 March 2025

Smart Kiwi 3YO to join Moody Coleman stable

Tivaci’s son Sought After to head across the Tasman to Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, following in the steps of the farm’s star galloper I Wish I Win.

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15 March 2025

King Of Thunder storms home at Rosehill

King Of Thunder (Tivaci) impressed second-up at Rosehill, winning over 1900m for John O’Shea and Tom Charlton, with wis next start in the Gr.2 Tulloch Stakes, with a potential tilt at the Gr.1 Australian Derby.

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8 February 2025

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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8 February 2025

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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18 January 2025

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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12 January 2025

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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11 January 2025

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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11 January 2025

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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26 December 2024

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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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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9 November 2024

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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30 October 2024

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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