Daughter of Pins to be covered by Almanzor

There were three Karaka graduates in Saturday’s G3 Canterbury Gold Cup at Riccarton - and they finished first, second and third.

Matamata visitor Princess Kereru signed off on an A+ report card for her current campaign when she scored a hollow victory in the Listed NZB Finance Sprint (1200m) at Hastings on Saturday.

A trio of Group and Listed wins on Saturday was a solid reminder of what former champion sire Pins means to New Zealand racing and breeding.

Matamata raider Princess Kereru gained a well-deserved reward when she snatched victory in a thrilling finish to the Gr.3 Waikato Stud Plate (1200m) at Ellerslie on Saturday.