Lisa Latta has a strong hand to play at Hastings on Saturday with a team of eight entered for the premier meeting, including Authentic Paddy and Five To Midnight in the Gr.1 Livamol Classic (2040m)

Awapuni trainer Lisa Latta is hoping it’s a case of third time lucky when her Group One galloper Authentic Paddy tackles Saturday’s Gr.3 Boehringer Ingelheim 1550m on his home track.

Perennial Group One performer Authentic Paddy has returned for his nine-year-old season better than ever before according toAwapuni trainer Lisa Latta.

Saint Emilion wins 2018 New Zealand Stakes Group 1 NZ$200,000 at Ellerslie (NZ), 2000m.

A bruised heel will prevent Authentic Paddy from chasing a second Group One win at Te Rapa on Saturday.