http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.aharacing.co.nz en-us Mon, 04 May 2026 23:29:20 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/164172/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... Mon, 04 May 2026 21:07:45 +1200 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post164172 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/162926/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... Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:58:53 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post162926 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/162925/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... Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:42:17 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post162925 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/160430/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... Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:00:14 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post160430 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/159756/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 ... Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:50:46 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post159756 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/159402/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... Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:04:19 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post159402 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/156394/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... Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:20:16 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post156394 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/156291/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... Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:55:00 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post156291 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/155903/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 ... Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:36:09 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post155903 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/post/155613/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... Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:59:47 +1300 http://www.aharacing.co.nz/blog/#post155613