Popular Central Districts rider Robbie Hannam picked up a winning treble at Awapuni on Saturday less than a month after returning from his third riding stint in India.

Success in Saturday’s Listed Gallagher Marton Cup (2100m) with Leading Role would provide a welcome boost for Gary Vile.

Charles Road wins 2017 Manawatu Classic Group 3 NZ$70,000 at Awapuni (NZ) 3yo, 2000m.

Lisa Allpress has picked up the ride on Leading Role in the Gr.1 Vodafone New Zealand Derby after a late change of plans by Chris Johnson.

Gary Vile has high hopes for three members of his Awapuni stable at the New Zealand Cup carnival.