Mark Chittick News
Seth’s speedster too slick
Youthful sprinter Poetic Champion delivered a sparkling performance at Ellerslie on New Year’s Day, defeating older rivals over 1200m. Trained by Tony Pike and ridden by Matt Cartwright, the son of Super Seth now boasts three wins from nine starts. Bred and owned by GSA Bloodstock, his future targets remain undecided.
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Lanikai puts best foot forward
Ocean Park’s son Lanikai (ex Oahu) broke through for a well-deserved maiden win at Taupo, delivering on his potential after several near misses. Trained by Tony Pike and bred by Waikato Stud, the four-year-old showed his class with a comfortable victory over 1800m, promising more success ahead.
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Double delight for Ardrossan
Saltcoats and Beau Dazzler delivered a standout double for Ardrossan in Australia today. Saltcoats claimed his second consecutive win over 2000 metres at Randwick, prompting Group race ambitions, while Beau Dazzler dominated at Eagle Farm, setting sights on the Queensland Derby. Both sons showcase Ardrossan’s rising influence in elite racing.
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I Don’t relishes better ground
Improved conditions at New Plymouth suited I Don’t perfectly as the Savabeel mare claimed her second career win for Waikato Stud and trainer Allan Sharrock. The daughter of G1 winner I Do showed her class, leading throughout under Lisa Allpress, and hails from a family rich in black-type performers.
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Sharrock’s colt set for Karaka Million
Gavin Sharrock’s colt Daylight Robbery (ex Villifye) is on track for the Karaka Millions after an impressive New Plymouth victory. The son of Super Seth was a $10,500 Waikato Stud graduate and boasts a strong pedigree, with his dam Villifye a G2 winner and half-sister to G1 Oaks heroine Miss Keepsake.
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Yaldi second Group winner in two weeks
A gallant Yaldi showcased the prowess of sire Ardrossan, securing the Gr.2 Auckland Guineas title at Ellerslie on Boxing Day. Trained by Andrew Forsman, the three-year-old claimed the race outright after a protest and now eyes the $1.5M Karaka Millions 3YO and $3.5M The Kiwi.
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Dream effort from Super Seth 3YO
Super Seth colt Savour The Dream showcased his class at Eagle Farm today with a dominant victory over 1600 metres. Trained by Bevan Laming and ridden by Martin Harley, the three-year-old executed a patient, weight-conscious strategy to perfection, storming home to secure a stylish win, further proving his bright future.
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Sun Gift ready for sterner tests
Danny O’Brien will aim to elevate Sun Gift (Savabeel ex Sunniva) after her commanding Yarra Valley win on Friday. The Waikato Stud-bred mare, in fine form, eased to victory over 1950m, her second in three starts. Stable rep Jack Howard praised her versatility and hinted at targeting city success next.
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New Furture Folks breaks through at Sha Tin
WS-bred New Future Folks (Savabeel x Kona) claimed his maiden win in style, leading all the way over 1400m at Sha Tin. Trained by Michael Chang and ridden by Ben Thompson, the $290,000 Waikato Stud graduate hails from the family of Horlicks and Brew, adding to Savabeel’s stellar recent winning streak.
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Super Seth’s boy shines on debut
Puntin, a son of Super Seth, impressed on debut at Nowra for Bjorn Baker. Jumping well from barrier one, Rachel King guided him to a front-running victory over 1200m. Bred by GSA Bloodstock and sold for $60,000, he’s out of Stella Grace, a half-sister to Group 2 winner Shania Dane.
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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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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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