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Vin Santo Makes Encouraging Start for New Stable

AHA Racing’s Vin Santo has taken an exciting first step under the care of his new trainer, Renita Beaton, with an encouraging trial performance at the Sunshine Coast on Tuesday 21 July.›› Watch the replay hereRenita has recently relocated her training operation to the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, and this marked Vin Santo’s first official trial since joining her stable.With clear instructions from Renita to simply let the horse find his rhythm and place no pressure on him, the jockey al...

TimeOnLees Dominates at Echuca with Stunning Six-Length Victory

After jumping cleanly, leading jockey John Allen took TimeOnLees to the front early at the 200m mark. She settled into a perfect rhythm controlling the race throughout. John quickened the pace at the 500m mark and on straightening for home powered to a 4-length lead. Timeonlees stayed strong to the line to win by 6-lengths going away. It was a dominant display highlighting her staying ability, excellent turn of foot and her continued improvement in this preparation.Watch the replay here ››Af...

Rose Noir returns to the winner's circle marking the 17th win for AHA Racing

The patience of the Gardet Ownership Group was rewarded in style on Saturday when Rose Noir produced a thrilling late surge to claim the Linda Daffy’s Mermaid Waters TAB Class 2 Handicap (1000m) at the Gold Coast.›› Watch replay hereRose Noir spent the first three years of her racing career with leading Brisbane trainer Tony Gollan, compiling an impressive record of 17 starts for 2 wins, 6 seconds and 1 third. A subsequent move to Matthew Dunn’s Murwillumbah stable was unfortunately inte...

TimeOnLees returns better than ever

After an extended five-month spell, TimeOnLees has returned to racing in excellent form, producing two strong performances to begin her new preparation.She resumed on 24 May at Ballarat in the 1500m Hygain Edge BM62 Handicap, finishing a creditable third, just 3.3 lengths from the winner. In a race run at a genuine tempo, she was taking on rivals who were already deeper into their preparations and proved a little too sharp on the day. Despite that, it was a pleasing first-up effort and a solid p...

Dubious Express Charges Into Second on Debut at Newcastle

Dubious Express produced a remarkable debut performance at Newcastle yesterday, storming home into second place in the 900m Coastal Advisory Australia Midway 2YO Maiden Plate after covering significant extra ground in extremely testing conditions.›› Watch the replay hereFollowing two excellent lead-up trials, expectations were high heading into the race. However, conditions quickly became a major factor, with the track initially rated a Heavy 8 before later being upgraded to a Heavy 10 after...

Gaylord Battles Hard for Another Brave Second

Gaylord (NZ) produced another tough performance at Port Macquarie Racecourse on Monday, finishing a gallant second in the Benchmark 58 Handicap (1106m).›› Watch replay hereCarrying a hefty 65kg on a testing Heavy 10 surface, Gaylord was brave to the line despite conditions that were far from ideal. Never comfortable in the deep ground, he stuck on gamely under jockey Aaron Bullock, who reported the gelding travelled well throughout but was unable to fully let down in the extremely ...

Dubious Express Wins Rosehill Trial in Dominant Fashion

Dubious Express delivered an outstanding performance at Rosehill on May 11, winning Trial 10 in impressive style and confirming the promise he has shown throughout his preparation.›› Trial replay here (scroll down to #10)Jumping cleanly from the gates, he quickly rolled forward to take up the lead and travelled strongly throughout. Near the 500m mark, the eventual runner-up briefly ranged up to take a narrow advantage, but the response from Dubious Express was immediate. Giving his rival �...

Gaylord Produces Another Brave Runner-Up Finish at Grafton

Gaylord continued his consistent preparation with another outstanding performance at Grafton on April 19, finishing a courageous second in the Sunline Fencing Class 2 Handicap (1000m).Drawn the outside barrier and carrying a testing 61kg, Gaylord was forced to do it the tough way from the outset. Jockey Andrew Mallyon summed it up perfectly afterwards, joking that the horse was “carrying the grandstand” under the big weight.Despite the challenge, Gaylord travelled strongly throughout and wor...

Dubious Express Impresses in Strong Canterbury Trial

Dubious Express continued his promising preparation with an excellent trial performance at Canterbury on May 1, finishing a close second by just 0.43L in Trial 15.›› View trial replay hereJumping cleanly from the gates, he travelled comfortably throughout and showed a professional, relaxed racing pattern. In the straight, he changed legs smoothly and produced a sharp turn of foot to take the lead briefly, before finishing off strongly under minimal pressure.Importantly, this was a controlled...

Proven performance across our stable

AHA Racing continues to deliver consistent results on the track, with strong performance across our Australian runners over the past 26 months.From just 8 horses racing in Australia, we’ve recorded 16 wins, 16 second placings and 13 thirds — a reflection of both careful horse selection and disciplined placement.Across our Group Ownerships, 8 out of 10 horses are winners or multiple winners, resulting in an 80% winners to runners strike rate.It’s a record we’re proud of, and one we’re f...

Gaylord returns to the podium at Grafton

Gaylord delivered another strong performance yesterday, finishing second in the Clarence Valley Office Supplies Class 2 Handicap (1190m) at Grafton, NSW.He was narrowly beaten by just 0.33 lengths by a runner that enjoyed the perfect run in transit and carried 2.5kg less. In racing terms, that weight difference is significant, making the result even more encouraging.This was another step forward in his current preparation, with his next two runs expected to be starts four and five of the campaig...

Le Chocolat Delivers First-Up Win at Ipswich

It was a strong return to the track for Le Chocolat on Monday at Ipswich, producing a composed and professional win in Race 1 – the GREAT NORTHERN Colts, Geldings and Entires Class 1 Handicap (1100m).›› Click here to watch the race replay – Ipswich Race 1, Feb 12, 2026Carrying top weight of 60kg, Le Chocolat jumped cleanly and settled into fourth with good cover. He travelled nicely through the middle stages and, turning for home, found himself briefly pocketed. But experienced jock...

Le Chocolat Set to Return After Strong Second Trial

Le Chocolat continued his comeback with a very encouraging second trial on Thursday, 1 February at Murwillumbah.Finishing a close third – beaten only a nose – Le Chocolat was allowed to run under his own steam, with the jockey never asking for full effort. The two runners to his inside were ridden out to the line, but Matthew Dunn made it clear this wasn’t a trial he was trying to win. It was about giving Le Chocolat a smooth, positive hit-out and maintaining his rhythm.Matt was delighted ...

Smart Trial Wins for Le Chocolat & Gaylord Signal Exciting Returns

Two of AHA Racing’s promising performers – Le Chocolat and Gaylord – impressed in their respective trials this past week, both hitting the line strongly in first place and signalling that they’re returning in top form.Le Chocolat – Trial Win at Deagon, Tuesday 20 JanuaryTrainer Matthew Dunn had reported that Le Chocolat had been training nicely alongside a strong group of city-grade horses, and his 1050m Class 3 trial at Deagon confirmed it.Jumpi...

La Praline line produces another winner in Hong Kong

It was another proud moment for Koru Thoroughbreds – and for AHA Racing – as Glorious Journey, bred by Kevin and Julie Taylor of Koru, stormed home for a dominant win at the Hong Kong Jockey Club on Wednesday, 19 November 2025.Racing in Race 7 – the Caroline Hill Handicap (Class 4, 1650m Turf), Glorious Journey jumped quietly and settled near the rear of the field. Still well back with 550m to go, he was forced wide on the turn — seven wide, in fact — before letting down with a powerfu...

Triskelion charges home for close 3rd at Aquis Park

Triskelion continues to build momentum, producing another strong run with a fast-finishing third in Race 6 – the PHLAT Constructions Ratings Band 0–58 Handicap at Aquis Park Gold Coast on Saturday, 15 November 2025.›› Watch race replay hereJumping from a wide barrier, Triskelion settled in sixth place, sitting six lengths off the leaders early in the race. But once in the clear, he found his rhythm and launched a determined late charge - taking two lengths off the winner in the final 100...

Gaylord Returns from Break in Top Shape

After a standout last preparation – recording 2 wins and a second from just 4 starts – Gaylord has returned from a well-earned 45-day spell in fantastic condition.He’s put on 46 kilograms of quality weight, and both the pre-trainers and Matthew Dunn’s stable have praised his attitude and physical development.“He’s a happy horse, and an absolute pleasure to train.”Now on his way back into full work, Gaylord is tracking toward a return to ...

Triskelion Sprints Home for 3rd in Gold Coast Return

Following a sharp trial win that signalled a return to form, Triskelion stepped out for his first official race under new Gold Coast trainer Paul Schailler on Saturday — and delivered an encouraging performance, finishing third in a tightly contested sprint.Triskelion began his racing journey in Sydney with a promising first-up maiden win under Peter Snowden. However, over his next 12 starts, results proved elusive — until now.One of our d’Harbo...

Vin Santo Runs On Strongly for 3rd at Wyong

Following a brief freshen-up after his impressive maiden win at Kembla Grange, Vin Santo returned to the track last week (Oct 30th)  in Race 4 at Wyong – the Evolt – Thorn Lighting – Prysmian CG&E Class 1 Handicap (1200m) – and once again showed his competitive spirit.After missing the jump by several lengths, Vin Santo had to work hard throughout the race to regain ground. Despite the early setback, he ran on powerfully through the final stages to ...

Triskelion Back in Form with Impressive Trial Win

It’s been a long time between wins for Triskelion – but his recent trial at Aquis Beaudesert in Queensland shows he’s back on track and enjoying his new direction.Triskelion began his racing career in Sydney with a first‑up maiden win under Peter Snowden, showing early promise. However, across his next 12 starts, he was unable to place again – until now.Recently transferred to Paul Schailler Racing in Queensland, Triskelion has been retrained as a sprinter ...

Vin Santo Dominates Maiden Win as AHA Racing’s Hot Streak Continues

Vin Santo made an emphatic statement on Saturday 13 September 2025, with a commanding victory in the $50,000 Rotary Illawarra Provincial Midway Maiden over 1400m at Kembla Grange, NSW.Despite a Heavy 8 track – a surface Vin Santo has traditionally been reluctant to perform on – trainers Richard & Will Freedman were keen to capitalise on an excellent #1 barrier draw. Ridden with tactical patience by top provincial jockey Keagan Latham...

Gaylord Shows Serious Class in Grafton Victory

Gaylord returned to the winners’ circle in commanding fashion on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, taking out the Shane Everson Benchmark 66 Handicap (1050m) at Grafton with a powerful late burst.It was a win that didn’t come easy – but it certainly made a statement.Missing the jump, Gaylord found himself at the tail of the field early. But experienced jockey Andrew Malyon didn’t panic, choosing to ride patiently and save ground. As the field turned for hom...

AHA Racing’s Phenomenal Month: 4 Wins from 5 Horses in Just 30 Days!

It’s been nothing short of phenomenal for AHA Racing and our exceptional breeding partners Koru Thoroughbreds, with a remarkable month of results that few, if any, Australasian ownership groups can match.Between 13th July and 13th August, five of our talented horses hit the track, producing 9 starts with the following record:4 x Wins2 x 2nd Places2 x 3rd Places1 x 4th PlaceThese results are a true testament to the quality of our horses, the dedication of our train...

Dale Delivers at Muswellbrook – Third Win for Matt Damon-Owned Half-Brother to Filly #1

Fresh off a strong return to racing in late July, Dale has gone one better with a decisive win at Muswellbrook on Tuesday, 12 August 2025 – adding a third career victory to his impressive record.Raced by Hollywood actor Matt Damon, Dale now boasts 3 wins from just 7 starts, confirming his talent and consistency. His latest win further underlines the exciting potential of his bloodlines – he is the half-brother to Filly #1 (Pariah x Gesemi) in our Curre...

Le Chocolat Breaks Through with Dominant Maiden Win at Eagle Farm

Le Chocolat delivered a well-deserved victory in Race 1 at Eagle Farm on Wednesday, 13 August 2025 — the SOUTHS SPORTS CLUB Maiden Plate over 1400m — bringing up another win for the AHA Racing team.Beautifully ridden by Ryan Maloney and expertly prepared by Chris Waller, Le Chocolat went straight to the lead on a Soft 5 track and never looked back, holding on strongly to win by 0.4 lengths.›› Watch the replay hereA Return to Form After a Disrupted ...