Race 2 HOSPITALITY NZ 134TH GRAND NATIONAL HURDLES 4200m
NEDWIN (H McNeill) – Co-trainer Ms. C McDougal reported to Stewards, that on Thursday 15th August, NEDWIN, underwent a veterinary examination which included blood tests with no abnormalities being detected. C McDougal further advised it is the stable’s intention to carry on with NEDWIN’S current preparation.
Race 6 RACECOURSE HOTEL 149TH GRAND NATIONAL STEEPLE CHASE 5600m
DONARDO (P Matthews) – Ms. L de Lautour reported to Stewards, she was satisfied with the post-race condition of DONARDO, and it is her intention to continue with the gelding’s current preparation. L de Lautour further advised she may look to nominate DONARDO at the Woodville meeting on the 8 September.
AL’S RED ZED (H McNeill) – Co-trainer Ms. C McDougal advised Stewards, the stable was satisfied with the post-race condition of the gelding. C McDougal further advised AL’S RED ZED will have a week off and it is the stable’s intention to carry on with the gelding’s preparation.