First and last
New Zealand’s first Group 1 of 2026 saw a continuation of the great run of stakes results by Cambridge Stud’s Almanzor (Wootton Bassett). Readers may remember Kiwi Chronicles’ final report of 2025 (December 16th) which detailed that Almanzor had sired three new stakes winners during the previous four Saturdays. Making it four new stakes winners... Read More
‘We’ll be right in the mix, I can say that’ – Henry Field and Newgate bid to land another top vendor title at Magic Millions
With a sparkling draft highlighted by an Extreme Choice (Not A Single Doubt)-I Am A Star (I Am Invincible) filly and the first foal out of outstanding New Zealand mare Play That Song (Showcasing), Magic Millions kings Newgate Farm have high hopes of extending their streak at what they expect to be a headline-making Gold... Read More
‘These sorts of results show what we’re trying to produce’
Weekend winners provide a timely boost for Kia Ora as busy sales period looms With the all–important Magic Millions sale and carnival fast approaching, Kia Ora Stud could not have asked for a better string of results on Saturday to showcase all facets of their business and the farm’s manager Shane Wright is optimistic the... Read More
Size clinches sixth Bauhinia Sprint Trophy success with Stellar Express
John Size’s dominance of the Bauhinia Sprint Trophy Handicap (Gr 3, 1000m) continued at Sha Tin on Sunday when Stellar Express (Zoustar) delivered the trainer’s sixth victory in the race. Ridden by Andrea Atzeni, Stellar Express delivered 13-time Hong Kong champion trainer Size’s third win in the race since 2022 – after the previous triumphs... Read More
Lassified streaks to Wellesley Stakes success
Talented filly Lassified (Stay Inside) underlined her stakes credentials with a dominant front-running display to claim Saturday’s Wellesley Stakes (Listed, 1100m), first black-type race run at Trentham this season in Trained by Andrew Forsman, the daughter of Golden Slipper (Gr 1, 1200m) winner Stay Inside (Extreme Choice) has shown toughness and versatility throughout her short... Read More
Warwoven firms as Magic Millions favourite
Warwoven (Sword Of State) continued his seamless rise through the juvenile ranks at Eagle Farm on Saturday, reinforcing his position at the head of Magic Millions 2YO Classic markets with a polished victory in the QTIS Two-Year-Old Handicap over 1200 metres. The Bjorn Baker-trained colt was sent out the $1.65 favourite and duly made light... Read More