NZB’s Breeze Ups kicked off on Monday at Te Rapa Racecourse with consistent times, weather and track conditions throughout the day.
191 two-year-olds breezed up over the course of the first day, with an average time of 10.75 recorded.
An overcast morning was followed by fine weather throughout the afternoon, with wind gusts up to 4.1km/h recorded.
Following a strong day of breeze ups for Prima Park, principal Kelly Van Dyk was elated with her two-year-olds.
“I’m thrilled to have had such a good day today. The team have put in a lot of work over the last few months, and it’s been a very long winter.”
“I thought the horses went exceptionally well today. Obviously having the fastest time is a bonus and they’re [Lot 35 and Lot 206] two nice horses that we have a very high opinion of, so it was great to see them come out and do that.”
“Overall, today went very well and everything went smoothly for us, which is a credit to NZB, plus the conditions were perfect.”
NZB’s Director of Business Development Mike Kneebone made the trip to New Zealand to witness the juveniles in action ahead of November’s Sale.
“After the first day of breeze ups, it is very encouraging to see such consistency right throughout the day, not only in time but in the types.
“I am thrilled with the quality.”
The Breeze Ups continue on Tuesday at Te Rapa Racecourse, with Day Two commencing at 9.30am and all welcome to attend.
The official 200m Breeze Up time for each lot can be found on NZB’s website alongside the weather conditions, track conditions and wind speed experienced during each lot’s gallop.
The official Breeze Up footage will be available to view on NZB’s website by Friday 16 October, followed by the full program aired on Trackside in New Zealand and Racing.com Australia.
View today’s Breeze Up times here.
