Agree. Certainly the winning jockey is a big part of the drama immediately after the race but long after the race it is the horses name and class/courage we tend to remember
A new 2YO pacing Colts and Geldings race has been added to Addington’s meeting on Friday, May 16.
The addition has been made after the 2YO race scheduled for this Friday (May 9) was abandoned. The May 16 race will provide an opportunities for the two-year-old males to race before the Group 1 Welcome Stakes on Addington’s Premier night on May 23.
It will be run over 1980m (with PBD winning stakes using the track grid), and a stake of $17,000.
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HRNZ has extended the grace period for ownership transfers of yearlings purchased at the 2025 NZB Standardbred National Yearling Sales.
Buyers now have until 5pm on Friday, May 9 2025 to submit their initial transfer of ownership free of charge. Initially the cut-off date was Friday, May 2.
After May 9, the normal $85 fee will apply.
Even if ownership hasn’t been finalised, a transfer must still be submitted. You’re encouraged to list the nominated purchaser from sale day if final details are pending.
The transfer form, along with a free name change form, was emailed by NZ Bloodstock once payment was completed. If you haven’t received these, please contact: grant.inglis@nzb.co.nz.
Submit your completed paperwork via email to mark@hrnz.co.nz or by post to Harness Racing New Zealand, PO Box 459, Christchurch 8140.
Questions? Contact Mark on mark@hrnz.co.nz or call 03 964 1191.
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