Recent harness racing results have caused significant shifts in the rankings for the upcoming IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup at Addington Raceway on November 12. Following the Group 2 Lamb and Hayward Canterbury Classic, Tact McLeod, Franco Marek, and Alta Meteor secured automatic qualification for the Cup, leading to changes in the leaderboard. Notably, Australian Major Moth surged from 28th to 15th after triumphing in the Kilmore Cup in Victoria.
Trained by Jason Grimson, Major Moth’s success, alongside District Attorney, who now sits at 16th, has reshaped the rankings. The duo surpassed Auckland Cup winner Better Eclipse, signaling a competitive field for the upcoming races. Grimson, eyeing a consecutive Cup victory after Swayzee’s win last year, will send Major Moth and District Attorney to the $300,000 Group 1 Victoria Cup on October 12.
Meanwhile, in the Renwick Farms Dominion Trot rankings, little change was observed, except for Australian trotter Callmethebreeze climbing to fourth place following a triumph at Kilmore. Fiery Bandito also made strides, advancing six places to 20th after a victory in the Airpark Canterbury Handicap Trot at Addington.
With the final rankings for both the IRT New Zealand Trotting Cup and the Renwick Farms Dominion Trot set after Kaikoura’s meeting on November 4, the harness racing community eagerly anticipates the thrilling competitions ahead. Harness Racing New Zealand continues to provide updates and insights, keeping enthusiasts informed and engaged with the sport.
These developments underscore the dynamic nature of harness racing, where performances in key races can swiftly alter the competitive landscape. As trainers and drivers strategize for upcoming events, fans can expect intense rivalries and unexpected outcomes, adding to the excitement of the sport.
As the countdown to the prestigious races continues, the harness racing community remains captivated by the evolving leaderboards and the potential for new contenders to emerge. With each race shaping the narrative of the sport, anticipation builds for the thrilling showdowns set to unfold at Addington Raceway.
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