Sectional Star of the Week

Race 7 Taupo, 23 August

Quintessa

This was an above average win after sitting three wide on the pace and she was able to sustain a strong sprint to just get up. But she ran the fastest closing sectionals all day to do it. That makes it two from two now and she can make it three from three.

Sectional Standouts

Race 7 Riccarton, 24 August 

Selfie

After getting back in an on-pace race he came home in the quickest last 400 and 200 metres for ninth. If he draws better next time, the old fella could upset them.

Race 8 Te Rapa, 26 August 

Belclare

She drew wide and had no choice but to get back. But the way she powered home in the best closing sectionals indicates she is on track to nail another Group 1.

Race 9 Te Rapa, 26 August

Magic Ace

He got back from the draw but powered home in strong closing sectionals out wide for second. He looks on track to win another race.

Race 8 Awapuni, 26 August

Barzetti

After getting back he powered home in the best closing sectionals of the race. He is holding his form very well and can get a deserved win next up.