The booking of champion jockey Opie Bosson for a debut runner from the in-form Walker/Bergerson stable is a massive positive. At Timaru's tight track, the barrier 5 draw allows tactical options.
New Zealand · Sunday 7 September 2025
Phar Lap tips and results
Our top pick won 2 of 8 races at Phar Lap. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Vale Tony Dennis Mdn
Alottago brings the best form credentials with consistent placing at higher levels. The drop from Listed company to Maiden level is significant, and the horse shows good first up form with 0 wins from 1 start. The inside barrier at Timaru's tight track is ideal for securing a forward position.
Professional Lad showed promise when second on debut at Wingatui and returns first up with an excellent fresh record of 0 wins from 1 start. The barrier 3 draw is perfect for Timaru's leader-friendly track, and the extended spell may have allowed further development in this promising type.
The significant class drop and proven distance form make this filly a genuine chance despite the wide barrier.
- 1st1AlottagoC A Campbell$3.90
- 2nd4QuisieraTina Comignaghi$6.00
- 3rd7Origin Of LoveOpie Bosson$2.40
- 4th2Professional LadM J Mc Nab$3.40
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Alottago | 4 | C A Campbell | L M Robinson | 57.5kg | $3.90 |
| 2nd | 4 | Quisiera | 6 | Tina Comignaghi | J & K Parsons | 55.5kg | $6.00 |
| 3rd | 7 | Origin Of Love | 5 | Opie Bosson | Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson | 55.5kg | $2.40 |
| 4th | 2 | Professional Lad | 3 | M J Mc Nab | Ms T Rae | 57.5kg | $3.40 |
| 5th | 6 | Miss Bouquet | 7 | Abdul Najib | D B Frye | 52.5kg | $56.70 |
| 6th | 9 | Mcqueen''s Lass | 9 | T R Moseley | Anna Furlong | 55.5kg | $21.20 |
| 3 | The Fed Express | 2 | K Mudhoo | Andrew Carston | 57.5kg | ||
| 5 | Sweetheart | 1 | Y Atchamah | Anna Furlong | 53.5kg | ||
| 8 | Cocomora | 8 | Billy Jacobson | Anna Furlong | 55.5kg |
Branded Kiwi Mdn
Despite limited experience, the combination of Opie Bosson's booking and the significant class drop from Listed to Maiden company suggests strong stable confidence. The 148-day break allows for thorough preparation, and dropping from Listed company to Maiden level represents a major class relief that should see marked improvement.
Montauk presents as the most reliable option with excellent first up statistics and consistent recent form. The inside barrier is crucial at Timaru's tight track, allowing tactical flexibility. While winless, the consistent placing record and strong first up form suggest this could be the breakthrough run.
Let Me Loose offers strong value with the significant class drop from Listed to Maiden level. The recent second placing demonstrates current ability, and the good barrier draw suits Timaru's characteristics. However, poor first up statistics and extended spell create some fitness concerns for immediate success.
Solar Saint represents excellent value as a second up runner with strong recent form. The 50% place rate and recent second placing suggest consistent ability, while the second up angle typically brings improvement.
- 1st5Saxon LegendBilly Jacobson$18.50
- 2nd1MorrieY Atchamah$42.20
- 3rd11Fawke LightningS Toolooa$58.30
- 4th7Let Me LooseMs K Williams$7.60
Full result · 16 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Saxon Legend | 6 | Billy Jacobson | Anna Furlong | 58.5kg | $18.50 |
| 2nd | 1 | Morrie | 12 | Y Atchamah | Len & Lacy Stewart | 56.5kg | $42.20 |
| 3rd | 11 | Fawke Lightning | 10 | S Toolooa | Len & Lacy Stewart | 56.5kg | $58.30 |
| 4th | 7 | Let Me Loose | 4 | Ms K Williams | Ms S L Wynne | 56.5kg | $7.60 |
| 5th | 8 | Montauk | 1 | M J Mc Nab | Ms T Rae | 56.5kg | $3.20 |
| 6th | 3 | Bax Factor | 14 | Brandon May | N R Mitchell | 58.5kg | $17.90 |
| 7th | 2 | Kad | 7 | Lee Callaway | Ms P Robson | 58.5kg | $27.10 |
| 8th | 15 | Nick The Greek | 3 | Ainsley Mcleod | 58.5kg | $119.60 | |
| 9th | 6 | Solar Saint | 16 | Tina Comignaghi | Ms P Robson | 56.5kg | $8.90 |
| 10th | 14 | Cutout | 13 | K Mudhoo | J & K Parsons | 56kg | $39.70 |
| 11th | 12 | Kessey | 15 | C K Kwo | Ms P Robson | 56.5kg | $72.00 |
| 12th | 9 | Moonlighting | 9 | K Bakker | L M Robinson | 53.5kg | $20.90 |
| 13th | 4 | Naval Command | 8 | Donovan Cooper | R K Ayton | 56.5kg | $20.30 |
| 14th | 13 | Champagne Diblu | 11 | Opie Bosson | Anna Furlong | 56kg | $3.20 |
| 10 | Amalyte | 2 | Floor Moerman | Ainsley Mcleod | 53.5kg | ||
| 16 | Miss Bouquet | 5 | D B Frye | 54kg |
Central SI Owners & Trainers Assoc Mdn
Tranquil Eyes presents the best winning chance with consistent recent form including a close 2nd at Oamaru and solid 4th placings. Her heavy track record shows 0 wins from 11 starts but includes 3 placings, indicating she handles the conditions. The lightweight 56.5kg and barrier 7 provide tactical advantages on this tight track that favors handy runners.
The Peony Xpress brings solid recent form with a close 3rd at Oamaru and track experience from 3 previous starts here. The barrier 6 draw is ideal for settling in a forward position on this leader-favoring track. While winless from 16 starts, her consistency at the distance and lightweight make her a strong place chance.
Andina represents the improving type with her recent 4th placing showing progression. The bottom weight of 54kg provides a significant advantage, while barrier 3 allows for an ideal forward position on this tight track. As a lightly-raced 3-year-old filly, she has scope for further improvement despite limited experience.
The barrier 4 and lightweight 54.5kg provide tactical advantages. While debut runners are always risky, the value proposition makes this worth a speculative investment.
- 1st3McclintockT R Moseley$13.90
- 2nd9FriendofthedevilK Mudhoo$9.80
- 3rd6Tranquil Eyes$8.70
- 4th7The Peony XpressBrandon May$5.80
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Mcclintock | 10 | T R Moseley | D Medcalfe | 58.5kg | $13.90 |
| 2nd | 9 | Friendofthedevil | 5 | K Mudhoo | Andrew Carston | 56.5kg | $9.80 |
| 3rd | 6 | Tranquil Eyes | 7 | Len & Lacy Stewart | 56.5kg | $8.70 | |
| 4th | 7 | The Peony Xpress | 6 | Brandon May | S E Dring | 56.5kg | $5.80 |
| 5th | 12 | Andina | 3 | Ms K Williams | J & K Parsons | 54kg | $8.00 |
| 6th | 5 | Loose Knickers | 12 | B M Murray | J Land | 58.5kg | $50.90 |
| 7th | 8 | Bonnieweka | 2 | Tina Comignaghi | Ms S L Wynne | 56.5kg | $6.50 |
| 8th | 1 | Baggio | 8 | Ayush Mudhoo | Andrew Carston | 55.5kg | $4.40 |
| 9th | 10 | Flowers On The Cob | 4 | Donovan Cooper | J C Blackadder | 54.5kg | $14.50 |
| 10th | 4 | Saint | 11 | C K Kwo | Ms S L Wynne | 58.5kg | $44.10 |
| 11th | 11 | I''ll Hava Semillon | 1 | Y Atchamah | Kevin Mcauley | 54.5kg | $11.80 |
| 12th | 2 | Happy Story | 9 | Billy Jacobson | W G Coles | 58.5kg | $32.00 |
Jon Snow & Echoes Of Heaven @ Clearview Park (Bm75)
Koyama presents as the standout selection with exceptional credentials for this race. His track record at Phar Lap Raceway shows 2 wins from 6 starts, including strong form at this 2200m distance with 1 win from 3 starts. Most importantly, he's a proven heavy track performer with 5 wins from 17 starts, though today's Good 4 conditions may not be ideal. Despite the wide barrier and top weight, his superior class and track knowledge make him the horse to beat.
Sincere brings compelling credentials with a perfect 1 from 1 record at this exact track and distance combination. His barrier 2 draw is ideal for Phar Lap's tight layout where leaders hold significant advantages. The light weight of 52kg provides a substantial advantage over the topweight, and his synthetic track experience translates well to turf racing. While his overall strike rate is modest, his specific course form and tactical advantages make him a serious winning chance.
Her distance credentials are solid with 4 wins from 20 starts at 2200m, and she has course experience at Phar Lap with 1 win from 5 starts. The light weight of 51kg provides a significant advantage in the handicap conditions. However, her good track record is concerning with only 1 win from 9 starts, and the wide barrier draw presents tactical challenges at this tight venue.
Her last-start victory at Riccarton demonstrates current ability, and the barrier 1 draw is perfect for Phar Lap's leader-friendly layout. The light weight of 51kg provides a significant handicap advantage, making her an attractive value proposition despite the class concerns.
- 1st1KoyamaY Atchamah$4.70
- 2nd5California GoldC K Kwo$8.10
- 3rd4Waihora MistK Bakker$6.10
- 4th8Diamond RiviereS Toolooa$52.60
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Koyama | 8 | Y Atchamah | Len & Lacy Stewart | 57kg | $4.70 |
| 2nd | 5 | California Gold | 6 | C K Kwo | Ms V Mackle | 54kg | $8.10 |
| 3rd | 4 | Waihora Mist | 1 | K Bakker | L M Robinson | 51kg | $6.10 |
| 4th | 8 | Diamond Riviere | 3 | S Toolooa | Len & Lacy Stewart | 54kg | $52.60 |
| 5th | 2 | Sincere | 2 | Ayush Mudhoo | Andrew Carston | 52kg | $3.20 |
| 6th | 6 | Our Princess Boot | 5 | Floor Moerman | Len & Lacy Stewart | 51kg | $12.50 |
| 7th | 7 | Loren | 4 | K Mudhoo | Ms E J Wyatt | 54kg | $20.90 |
| 8th | 3 | Franni Caccini | 7 | Abdul Najib | Kenny Moore | 51kg | $4.30 |
Ecoglo NZ (Bm65)
Radiant Lass broke through for her maiden win on synthetic just 11 days ago and the form trend suggests continued improvement. The inside barrier draw is crucial at Timaru's tight 1600m circuit where leaders and handy runners dominate. Her recent consistency with multiple placings and the significant class rise from maiden level creates both opportunity and risk, but the timing and positioning factors strongly favor her chances.
Those Ocean Eyes presents a classic first-up specialist profile with a perfect record fresh and strong class credentials. However, the wide barrier draw at Timaru's tight circuit creates a significant tactical disadvantage. The 169-day spell and lack of local experience add uncertainty, but the class drop and first-up ability make her a genuine winning chance if she can overcome the barrier.
Eight Lucky Prawns brings solid recent form and tactical advantages with the good barrier draw and weight relief from Cooper's claim. The consistency shown with multiple placings suggests he'll be competitive, but the significant class rise and poor distance record create concerns about his winning ability at this level.
Simsala represents value as a previous winner dropping significantly in class, but recent form has been disappointing with poor finishing positions. The class drop and previous ability suggest she could improve dramatically, making her an interesting value proposition despite the form concerns and missing jockey assignment.
- 1st7Radiant LassTina Comignaghi$5.80
- 2nd6Eight Lucky PrawnsDonovan Cooper$4.30
- 3rd12Abit SassyAbdul Najib$15.40
- 4th1Charm ManhattanB M Murray$15.00
Full result · 16 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 7 | Radiant Lass | 2 | Tina Comignaghi | H B Tapper | 56.5kg | $5.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Eight Lucky Prawns | 4 | Donovan Cooper | Kevin Mcauley | 55kg | $4.30 |
| 3rd | 12 | Abit Sassy | 12 | Abdul Najib | Len & Lacy Stewart | 51kg | $15.40 |
| 4th | 1 | Charm Manhattan | 15 | B M Murray | Krystal Williams | 59kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Satin Doll | 16 | G A Jogoo | Len & Lacy Stewart | 56kg | $29.90 |
| 6th | 5 | Those Ocean Eyes | 14 | Y Atchamah | Anna Furlong | 55.5kg | $7.60 |
| 7th | 4 | Thats Charming | 5 | Brandon May | Andrew Carston | 58kg | $17.80 |
| 8th | 14 | Pure Fiction | 6 | Ayush Mudhoo | J Land | 51kg | $39.00 |
| 9th | 8 | Tembo | 3 | K Bakker | L M Robinson | 53.5kg | $16.80 |
| 10th | 11 | Daphne Dior | 11 | Floor Moerman | S & M Smith | 51.5kg | $43.40 |
| 11th | 3 | Skiddlydoo | 1 | C A Campbell | L M Robinson | 58.5kg | $12.70 |
| 12th | 2 | Blue Vein | 10 | T R Moseley | M E Cunneen | 58.5kg | $15.10 |
| 13th | 10 | Huzzah | 8 | Billy Jacobson | Ainsley Mcleod | 55.5kg | $16.40 |
| 14th | 13 | Simsala | 9 | Len & Lacy Stewart | 54kg | $8.40 | |
| 15 | Game Duke | 7 | Len & Lacy Stewart | 56kg | |||
| 16 | Kaiseda | 13 | Ainsley Mcleod | 54kg |
Snapback @ Clearview Park (Bm75)
Tossuforit presents as the standout selection despite being first up from a spell. Her strong first up record (1 win from 3 starts) combined with excellent recent form showing 6 top-3 finishes in last 12 starts makes her hard to beat.
Kellanzor offers excellent value as a quality mare dropping significantly in class. While first up from a spell, her quality and proven ability at higher levels makes her a strong each-way proposition.
Full Moon Fever brings strong consistency with a 32% place rate and solid first up form showing 3 places from 4 attempts. His recent form trend is excellent with 5 top-3 finishes in last 10 starts. While he hasn't won first up, his consistency and class make him a reliable each-way option in this competitive field.
His perfect first up record (1 win from 1 start) combined with his excellent track record at Phar Lap Raceway (1 win from 1 start) makes him a standout value proposition.
- 1st5Full Moon FeverM J Mc Nab$4.50
- 2nd3Natural MomentumAbdul Najib$16.70
- 3rd10Irish BrigadeB M Murray$18.20
- 4th7SeftonBilly Jacobson$45.80
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 5 | Full Moon Fever | 5 | M J Mc Nab | Ms T Rae | 58.5kg | $4.50 |
| 2nd | 3 | Natural Momentum | 1 | Abdul Najib | H B Tapper | 56kg | $16.70 |
| 3rd | 10 | Irish Brigade | 6 | B M Murray | Ms A Frye | 57.5kg | $18.20 |
| 4th | 7 | Sefton | 4 | Billy Jacobson | Vicky Ramhit | 58.5kg | $45.80 |
| 5th | 8 | Rhonda Wood | 7 | S Toolooa | H B Tapper | 58kg | $38.20 |
| 6th | 4 | Lise Paree | 12 | G A Jogoo | Len & Lacy Stewart | 58.5kg | $9.70 |
| 7th | 11 | Kellanzor | 11 | Ms K Williams | Ms S L Wynne | 57kg | $6.10 |
| 8th | 2 | Elusive Impact | 9 | K Bakker | L M Robinson | 56kg | $7.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Tossuforit | 3 | Opie Bosson | Andrew Carston | 57.5kg | $3.50 |
| 10th | 12 | Kaiseda | 8 | Brandon May | Ainsley Mcleod | 54kg | $80.80 |
| 11th | 6 | Sauvage | 2 | C A Campbell | S & M Smith | 58.5kg | $14.60 |
| 12th | 1 | Miss Harley Quinn | 10 | Donovan Cooper | Len & Lacy Stewart | 57kg | $36.00 |
Loveracing.nz Remembering Grey Way Hcp
Elegant Lady presents as the most reliable option with her strong place record and proven ability at this venue. While she hasn't won first-up before, her consistency and the booking of Opie Bosson suggests connections expect a bold showing. Her track record here and good surface form make her the safest selection despite the weight concern.
Sir Albert brings the highest class to this field with Group race experience and a strong good track record. His recent third at Riccarton shows he retains ability, and the good barrier should help him settle handy. However, his poor first-up record and track statistics are concerning factors that prevent him from being the top selection.
Richard Stomper's distance specialization and first-up ability make him a genuine winning chance. The inside barrier is crucial at this tight track, and his recent Riccarton second suggests he's ready to fire fresh. The class rise is a concern, but his 1600m record and tactical advantage from the rail make him a strong each-way proposition.
Storms Ahead offers genuine value based on his perfect Phar Lap record and recent winning form. While the class rise is significant, his track affinity and light weight provide advantages.
- 1st2Richard StomperBrandon May$4.80
- 2nd3Sir AlbertM J Mc Nab$3.90
- 3rd7CharbanoMs K Williams$6.50
- 4th5Ess Vee AreY Atchamah$22.60
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Richard Stomper | 1 | Brandon May | Ms S Faulkner | 58.5kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 3 | Sir Albert | 2 | M J Mc Nab | Ms T Rae | 58.5kg | $3.90 |
| 3rd | 7 | Charbano | 3 | Ms K Williams | M & M Pitman | 55.5kg | $6.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Ess Vee Are | 5 | Y Atchamah | Andrew Carston | 56kg | $22.60 |
| 5th | 4 | In Vegas | 9 | K Mudhoo | C L Spittles | 58kg | $13.70 |
| 6th | 8 | Chapinteel | 7 | B M Murray | Ms T Rae | 54kg | $9.60 |
| 7th | 6 | Elegant Lady | 6 | Opie Bosson | Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson | 57.5kg | $4.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Smooth Operator | 4 | Billy Jacobson | Ms S Faulkner | 60kg | $9.40 |
| 9 | Storms Ahead | 8 | Tina Comignaghi | Ms S Faulkner | 54kg |
Happy Fathers Day & Hireworx (Bm65)
Queen Of Kings broke through for maiden win at Oamaru last start and gets perfect barrier 3 for Timaru's leader-biased track. The inside draw is crucial at this tight venue.
Gangsta Granny brings strong current form with a solid third just 2 days ago and excels on heavy tracks with 3 wins from 18 starts. Her course record at Phar Lap Raceway shows 1 second and 1 third from 2 starts, indicating she handles the venue well despite the wide barrier draw.
Morus brings strong current form with a recent second at Oamaru and benefits from a significant class drop. The consistent performer has shown ability at this level previously, though the wide barrier draw presents a challenge at Timaru's tight layout where leaders and handy runners typically dominate.
The recent third on synthetic shows current form and the significant class drop combined with heavy track experience makes her a solid value proposition despite the wide barrier.
- 1st4ZadaneG A Jogoo$16.60
- 2nd11Sacred DiorK Bakker$32.60
- 3rd1Hammer TimeTina Comignaghi$3.10
- 4th5My Boy ZacDonovan Cooper$7.60
Full result · 20 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Zadane | 2 | G A Jogoo | Len & Lacy Stewart | 58kg | $16.60 |
| 2nd | 11 | Sacred Dior | 10 | K Bakker | S & M Smith | 51.5kg | $32.60 |
| 3rd | 1 | Hammer Time | 16 | Tina Comignaghi | Steven Woodsford | 59kg | $3.10 |
| 4th | 5 | My Boy Zac | 19 | Donovan Cooper | H B Tapper | 55.5kg | $7.60 |
| 5th | 12 | District Nine | 20 | T R Moseley | Len & Lacy Stewart | 54kg | $19.00 |
| 6th | 3 | Flying Celebration | 8 | Y Atchamah | Ainsley Mcleod | 56kg | $12.60 |
| 7th | 2 | Highlighted | 17 | Ms K Williams | N Wigley & K Milnes | 59kg | $9.80 |
| 8th | 9 | Morus | 18 | M J Mc Nab | Ms L Prendergast | 56.5kg | $7.40 |
| 9th | 7 | Porthouse Lady | 1 | Floor Moerman | Krystal Williams | 53.5kg | $10.10 |
| 10th | 8 | Investigate | 9 | C K Kwo | Steven Woodsford | 56.5kg | $18.60 |
| 11th | 14 | Winter Blaze | 6 | S Toolooa | H B Tapper | 54kg | $54.00 |
| 12th | 10 | House Of Tudor | 4 | C A Campbell | S & M Smith | 55.5kg | $23.40 |
| 13th | 13 | Ruby Sunrise | 12 | Brandon May | Ms P Robson | 54kg | $20.40 |
| 14th | 6 | Interlagos | 13 | B M Murray | M & M Pitman | 57kg | $78.60 |
| 15 | Flying Dubawi | 11 | Len & Lacy Stewart | 55kg | |||
| 16 | Manzappeal | 5 | Kenny Moore | 55kg | |||
| 17 | Our Princess Boot | 14 | Len & Lacy Stewart | 56.5kg | |||
| 18 | Gangsta Granny | 15 | Ms A Frye | 56.5kg | |||
| 19 | Queen Of Kings | 3 | Len & Lacy Stewart | 55.5kg | |||
| 20 | Diamond Riviere | 7 | Len & Lacy Stewart | 54kg |
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