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Today, September 5, 2026Flat5fSoft

Verdict

DREAM OF THE MOON (2) had 5 starts last season, and while not living up to the potential that she showed as a 3YO, she was nonetheless competitive in tougher fields in the North than this. She won a recent trial very easily, and should be hard to beat fresh up. CHAMPAGNE DIBLU (3) was well placed to win 3 of his 5 starts as a 3YO last season, and he will be even stronger now. A recent trial will ensure that he is ready to run a bold race fresh up. Check the markets. LUNA CAPELLA (5) was good enough to be stakes placed as a 3YO earlier in the year when finishing runner-up in the Southland Guineas. She has won her only start here, and is also unbeaten in 2 starts over the trip. A good draw should see her be very competitive. MISS ZIGGY (6) was also a quality 3YO filly last season, and she usually comes to hand quickly. She resumes with a quiet trial under her belt, and cannot be taken lightly. CASHLA BAY (8) won fresh up last prep when leading all the way, and she adds to the puzzle.

2. Dream Of The Moon
3. Champagne Diblu
5. Luna Capella

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2. 2. Dream Of The Moon
J: HAYLEY HASSMANT: MARK WALKER & SAM BERGERSON
F: 2249x
Price History:
-
Age:
5
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
77
Days Since Last Run:
141
Verdict
Mare returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last preparation ninth of 14 at Ellerslie April 18 over 1400m, soft track; 6 len behind Sweet Smile with 59.5kg at $10.10. First up last campaign fourth of 11 at Ellerslie December 26 over 1200m, soft track; 2.5 len behind Power Of Three carrying 58.5kg at $12.10. Looks all set for a effective return.
5. 5. Luna Capella
J: JASMINE FAWCETTT: ANNA FURLONG
F: 1243x
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
72
Days Since Last Run:
169
Verdict
Resuming after a five-and-a-half months break. Finished off last preparation third of 10 at Riccarton Park March 21 over 1400m, 1.75 len behind Cashla Bay with 56kg at $2.70. On debut favourite; won by neck this track December 28 over 1200m slow track defeating I'm Feeling Lucky with 55kg at $6.10. Expecting her to hit the ground running this campaign.
8. 8. Cashla Bay
J: JACK TAPLINT: TERRI RAE
F: x107x
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
71
Days Since Last Run:
134
Verdict
Mare returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last campaign seventh of 12 at Riccarton Park in the LR Warstep Stakes April 25 over 2000m, soft track; 7 len behind Perlino with 56.5kg at $9.20. Previous preparation first-up won by 1.2 len Riccarton Park March 21 over 1400m defeating Cool Aza Rene carrying 56kg at $7.30. Can perform fresh up, so watch closely.
3. 3. Champagne Diblu
J: YOGESH ATCHAMAHT: ANNA FURLONG
F: x171x
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
72
Days Since Last Run:
143
Verdict
Gelding returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last preparation by 0.0 len Ashburton April 16 over 1200m defeating Candle carrying 56kg at $8.70. Previous preparation first-up won by 1.75 len Ashburton February 20 over 1200m slow track defeating Steezy carrying 57kg at $25.10. Everything points to a positive return.
6. 6. Miss Ziggy
J: SIMA MXOTHWAT: ANDREW CARSTON
F: 2044x
Price History:
-
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
72
Days Since Last Run:
148
Verdict
Mare back from a spell of five months. Has placed previously first up from a break. Finished off last preparation fourth of 16 at Riccarton Park in the LR Nzb Insurance April 11 over 1600m, 2 len behind Bona Sforza carrying 56.5kg at $14.20. When resuming last campaign third of 8 at Riccarton Park August 30 2025 over 1000m, soft track; 1.75 len behind Belle Du Monde with 54kg at $4.90. Capable of a bold run fresh.
7. 7. Charm Manhattan
J: ASHLEE STRAWBRIDGET: KRYSTAL-MARIE WILLIAMS
F: 6083x
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
68
Days Since Last Run:
66
Verdict
First-up. Finished off last preparation third of 9 at Ashburton July 2 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 2 len behind Candle carrying 53.5kg at $4.80. When resuming last campaign fifth of 12 at Ashburton April 16 over 1200m, 2 len behind Champagne Diblu carrying 57kg at $41.80. Might be better off following this run.
9. 9. Moon Money
J: TRISTON MOODLEYT: LYN PRENDERGAST
F: 71020
Price History:
-
Age:
7
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
68
Days Since Last Run:
29
Verdict
Returns from a 29-day let-up. Last start ran last of 12 at Riccarton Park on August 8 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 9 len behind Honor The Name with 55.5kg at $26.20. Before that 2nd in a small field at Riccarton Park Synthetic on July 23 over 1200m, 0.2 len behind Boss 'N' Highheels with 55kg at $4.30. Not keen on her chances.
1. 1. Natural Momentum
J: OHARA NAJIBT: BRUCE TAPPER
F: 210x5
Price History:
-
Age:
9
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
75
Days Since Last Run:
8
Verdict
Second-up. First-up after 11 months 5th of 9 at Riccarton Park on August 29 over 1000m, on a wet track; 4 len behind Moving Melody with 52kg at $69.20. Previously second-up 4th of 10 at Wingatui on May 23 2025 over 1200m, on heavy track; 7 len behind Balzano carrying 57kg at $31.60. Hard to fault if at his best.
4. 4. Palace Princess
J: KENDRA BAKKERT: LEN & LACY STEWART
F: 4289x
Price History:
-
Age:
6
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
73
Days Since Last Run:
153
Verdict
Has won previously first-up and resumes here after a break of five months. Finished off last preparation when last of 9 at Riverton April 6 over 1200m, soft track; 15 len behind Eye Spy with 56kg at $12.80. When resuming last campaign second of 14 at Wingatui October 17 over 1200m, in the wet; 1.75 len behind No Party carrying 53kg at $19.60. Capable of going well on best figures.

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