NZ Racing and Breeding News – 23 January 2022
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The Scunner chasing change in fortune
The Scunner will sign off for the season at Ōtaki with connections hoping he can end a frustrating campaign on a top note. The son of Shamexpress has displayed indifferent form this time around, but with a peak performance he would be a major player in Saturday’s Listed James
The $1300 stayer chasing a Melbourne Cup golden ticket
When The Western Front (NZ) (War Decree) won a 2500-metre BM84 Handicap at Flemington on ANZAC Day, the gelding’s legion of owners were cock-a-hoop. So, imagine the scenes in the owners’ area at Flemington on Saturday if The Western Front gets the job done in the Andrew Ramsden, given
Brown Reunites with Jimmysstar for Group One Assault
The Ciaron Maher stable is acutely aware of the task confronting Jimmysstar (NZ) (Per Incanto) every time he steps out. The New Zealand-bred galloper is regarded one of Australia's best, but his racing pattern means he can be vulnerable. Jimmysstar has an enviable record, 11 wins from 26
Mr Brightside set for spring
Champion miler Mr Brightside (NZ) (Bullbars) has recovered well from minor surgery and will return to racing in the spring. Following a 2025 spring campaign that concluded with a fifth-placed finish in the Gr.1 Champions Mile at Flemington in November, Lindsay Park announced its stable star would be sidelined