HelperElfMissy 42 Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 We have a runner in the Perth Cup tonight. Joanne Monelli - a daughter of previous Greyhound of the Year Foolish Girl (one of our backyard pets now). Originally Posted By: The race book Beat Miss Slick in the Sandi's Me Mum Memorial Final in January in 30.42 and last week appreciated the red when leading throughout for a career best 30.22 heat win. Was the quickest early last week but this is her toughest test. Place. We don't expect her to win, but she gets a cheque just for showing up - and stranger turns have happened. She is a pooch with early pace, and sometimes when a talented fiels trip over each other it can really work to your advantage to be in front. Prize money is no small token so here's hoping! Originally Posted By: The race book 1st $140,000 2nd $39,665 3rd $19,835 4th $2,100 unplaced $2,100 Link to post Share on other sites
indosnm 0 Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 12:1 odds reckon she'll get a place? Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 I would be surprised if Papa doesnt back her. She has been like her mother - a consistent performer. Anything can happen, but one thing is for sure - she will do HER best. We have have plenty of dogs who are not so reliable - bit temperamental about when they will and will not perform, but with a bit of luck she can more than place. It is a very tough field though. I wouldnt put the mortgage payment on her - but if you have a bit of play cash and are looking for a flutter she could make your weekend. Link to post Share on other sites
thursday 1 Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 4th and unplaced same money. Let him walk home Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted March 21, 2009 Author Share Posted March 21, 2009 worth making an effort in case you jag a 1st, 2nd or 3rd though Thurs. Very good racedogs though - in the past there have been proportionally higher representation from Melbourne dogs, but this year there is a higher calibre of Perth dogs ready at the right time so we have a good showing of local and locally bred dogs. Joanne is a very young bitch so should have another crack at the cup next year all being well. Link to post Share on other sites
gareth_oau 2 Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Originally Posted By: Mamabear Joanne is a very young bitch so should have another crack at the cup next year all being well. Oh please mamabear, your language!! this is a family forum. and besides, just because your dog isnt likely to win, no need to go calling her nasty names!! LOL Link to post Share on other sites
JA2340 16 Posted March 21, 2009 Share Posted March 21, 2009 Good luck, mama. Let us know what transpires. OR just tell us how the bitch goes. Link to post Share on other sites
pie-eater 207 Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 Hope it goes well! Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted March 22, 2009 Author Share Posted March 22, 2009 No luck boys. Uncharacteristic for her - she totally blew the start. The dog that won had never beaten her before tonight, but the guy who won really deserved it...nice bloke....and a handy pooch. We had a winner and a second in other races, but not the big one this time. It was not our night tonight. But the atmosphere at the track was pumping. Link to post Share on other sites
scouser 4 Posted March 22, 2009 Share Posted March 22, 2009 Well, never mind. Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted April 5, 2009 Author Share Posted April 5, 2009 Here we go! Round two. Same bitch - different race. Joanne Monelli is running from Box 3 at the Golden Easter Egg, Wentworth Park, NSW. I am trying to book flights now Wish us luck!!! Link to post Share on other sites
big-will 7 Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 Good luck! Link to post Share on other sites
JA2340 16 Posted April 5, 2009 Share Posted April 5, 2009 Good luck - with both the tix and the race! Enjoy luverly downtown Siddonee! Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted April 7, 2009 Author Share Posted April 7, 2009 Nice little write up on our girl Link to post Share on other sites
JA2340 16 Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 So ... when's the race? You WILL let us know how she does, won't you! (NB NOT a question!) Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted April 7, 2009 Author Share Posted April 7, 2009 race is this Saturday night and YES - I will let you know. Link to post Share on other sites
JA2340 16 Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Good girl! Oh, and good luck to the four footed girl. Link to post Share on other sites
scouser 4 Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Is it live on Sky Sports? Good luck! Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted April 8, 2009 Author Share Posted April 8, 2009 Originally Posted By: scouser Is it live on Sky Sports? Good luck! Surprised if it wasnt - Sky Racing anyway.... I had a looksee to see if I could find the semi race replay online to post a link - it was a lead-all-the-way, win by 4.5 lengths awesomeness - but I usually watch the race on papa's computer, so no idea where to look. Sorry. Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted April 12, 2009 Author Share Posted April 12, 2009 Her worst two starts EVER Group One Perth Cup Group One Golden Easter Egg. It was either gonna be her or the dog that won (box2) as the likely scenario (which happened) was box 1 crossing to push box 4 to the outside leaving a clear rail run for either the 2 or the 3 to rail up and win. She missed the start BAD. The 2 - who she beat by 4.5 lengths last week railed and won. The owner is a nice country bloke taking 7 country class dogs to the track tomorrow - has a 4 hour drive home. Bless! Cant begrudge him the win - although the $150,000 wouldve been 'noice'... On the plus side - had a couple of nights in a fancy hotel in Sydney, some nice meals out, no housework, and a little bit of shopping...not to mention some quality time with my hubby and two little boys. There will be a next time. Link to post Share on other sites
scouser 4 Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 Oh dear. Did you give her a bit of a telling off? Until next time! Link to post Share on other sites
JA2340 16 Posted April 12, 2009 Share Posted April 12, 2009 See aht happens when you give the world the details?? She gets all nervous and bombs it!! Lucky I'd not had any of my (super heavy) money on her or she'd still be trying to finish Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted April 13, 2009 Author Share Posted April 13, 2009 Poor girl. She has always been super consistent but both Group 1 finals she has totally blown the start. I have to wonder if it is not all the fanfare and extended parade time - I mean she was being boxed while an Australia's Got Talent finalist was belting out a <very good> rendition of Advance Austalian Fair to a standing ovation. She might get a bit stressed by all that extra fuss....hope she gets over it - because the NSW Ladies Bracelet in May is next up! Link to post Share on other sites
JA2340 16 Posted April 13, 2009 Share Posted April 13, 2009 You might have to let her have a "wee dram" for her nerves before each race?? Whatdya think the stewards would say? NSW Ladies Bracelet? You angling for another trip east? Link to post Share on other sites
HelperElfMissy 42 Posted April 13, 2009 Author Share Posted April 13, 2009 Quote: You angling for another trip east? Funny you should mention that JA... Link to post Share on other sites
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