Rose of Virginia
Oceanographer may bid for Cup spot in Lexus
Oceanographer could bid for a spot in next week's Melbourne Cup field by contesting Saturday's Lexus Stakes at Flemington after trainer Charlie Appleby took advantage of the race being re-opened for entries.
Change of plan for stakes-performed mare
A multitude of black type opportunities in Australia is likely to lure Rose Of Virginia back into action.
2016 Barfoot & Thompson Auck. Cup Group 1 March 12 - Ellerslie
El Soldado wins 2016 Barfoot & Thompson Auck. Cup Group 1 NZ$500,000 at Ellerslie (NZ), 3200m.
Noble hoping for a special cup ending
Lance Noble is on the verge of a new training venture, but for the moment his focus is on achieving a Group One result for a band of special owners.
NZ Briefs for 05th February 2016
Avondale Cup hopes on the line; Stable plans local stakes attack; Kiwi galloper untapped; Counties on schedule
