An easing of the ground at Ashburton was instrumental in a talented mare returning to her best form.

Madam Victoria wins 2016 Speight’s Timaru Stakes Listed NZ$50,000 at Ashburton (NZ), 1400m.

Include wins 2015 Sth Is. Th’bred Breeders’ Stks Listed NZ$70,000 at Riccarton Park (NZ) Fillies & Mares, 1600m.

Darryl Bradley knew he was onto something special the first time he rode Madam Victoria.

A tilt at the Gr. 3 Waikato Times Gold Cup in December is the long-term target for Taranaki mare Porotene Park after she scored a comfortable win on her home track on the weekend.