BLACKBOOKERS

Tauranga Saturday, Sept 23

TEARS OF VICTORY

Won on debut at long odds but proved that was no fluke when she stepped up to quality age-group company and fought bravely for third to a pair of geldings. More to come from this filly.

Awapuni Saturday, Sept 23

DIONYSUS

Shaped as an emerging force in staying ranks last season and there’s even better to come judging by his big first-up effort for fourth. Stick with him as the distances get longer.

Gore Sunday, Sept 24

GABBY DIAZ

With blinkers on she did a bit wrong through the early stages, but there was a lot to like about the final stages as she hit the line just half a length from the winner. Her turn will come.