History and hype collide this weekend as ZORMELLA, our exciting filly by Cambridge Stud Stallion, Almanzor, is called up to fill a slot in the very first running of the NZB Kiwi (1500m) at Ellerslie — The NZB Kiwi is Australasia’s richest 3YO race, carrying a staggering $3.5 million purse.
FRAC OWNERS RIDE THE OLD GOLD WAVE
She takes the place of Kingsclere stablemate Dealt With, who was unfortunately withdrawn due to a minor injury. While it’s a tough announcement for connections of Dealt With, the spotlight now swings onto ZORMELLA — and what a story this is. From maiden winner at Pukekohe just weeks ago, to now stepping into the richest and most hyped new race on the calendar, her trajectory has been nothing short of electric.
This isn’t just any race. The NZB Kiwi is designed to showcase the very best of New Zealand bloodstock on one stage. The buildup has been intense, with slots sold, stables buzzing, and punters already debating who will be the inaugural champion. For ZORMELLA to be thrust into this spotlight is a huge vote of confidence from her trainers Roger James & Robert Wellwood, who have thought a lot of the filly since the start.
THE INAUGURAL RUNNING OF AUSTRALASIA'S RICHEST RACE
For The FRAC Club, the significance is massive. From day one we’ve backed our process — data-driven selection, pedigree analysis, and smart campaigning — and here’s the proof. Our system identified ZORMELLA’s raw talent, and now she’s lining up in a race that could rewrite the script for 3YO racing in this part of the world.
It’s also another milestone in our own story. First came her maiden victory, which etched FRAC into the winner’s circle. Now comes her NZB Kiwi call-up, which solidifies the Old Gold as the new kid on the block — bold, hungry, and part of a new era in racing and racehorse ownership.
Bring it on, Zormella. Bring it on, FRAC Family. This is the thrill of ownership, and it doesn’t get any bigger.
The hype is real. The purse is record-breaking. The eyes of Australasia will be on Ellerslie as the barriers fly open for the very first NZB Kiwi. And when they do, every FRAC owner will feel it — because at FRAC, one horse can take several thousand people for the ride of their life!
