NEWS von Dienstag, 10.11.2026
Saturday, 14th november
A Race Day Full of Big Names
Eleven great races remembering Heinrich Hiendlmeier, Anna Schumm and Ejadon
There are people and horses who have left their mark on Bavarian trotting racing. Successful trainer Heinrich Hiendlmeier was one of those great personalities, as was the passionate owner Anna Schumm. And last but not least, the legendary Ejadon, who caused a sensation on the racetracks. They are gone, but certainly not forgotten.When an outstanding eleven-race programme gets underway at Straubing trotting track on Saturday from 12 noon, the Heinrich Hiendlmeier Memorial in Race 5 and the Anna Schumm Race in Race 7 will be among the afternoon's highlights.
Race 1:
Race 1 gets underway with a clear favourite. Following some good performances, Flightline (Tom Karten) should be hard to beat, provided he stays trotting. Falcon (Josef Sparber) impressed in his qualifying performance and is the stable's main rival. Joshua KS (Christoph Fischer) moves up one place following the disqualification of the winner and is gradually finding his best form. Ringo Greenwood (Robert Pletschacher) also caught the eye in his qualifying run. Elisabeth M and Lucy Schneider are both looking to gain further racing experience.
Our pick: (7) Flightline – (2) Falcon – (5) Joshua KS – (1) Elisabeth M
Race 2
Mr Konung (Gregor Krenmayr) has already produced a brilliant winning performance here and is a proven winner. He faces the talented dual winner Northern Rose (Tom Karten). Unfinished Business (Christoph Fischer) is in outstanding form, while Under a Spell (Christoph Schwarz) completes the quartet of leading winning contenders.
Our pick: (7) Mr Konung – (5) Northern Rose – (8) Unfinished Business – (9) Under a Spell
Race 3
The C-track specialists line up for the 150 Years Landau Racing Club Jubilee Prize. The Geineder team is particularly well represented and has several strong contenders. Fly Home (Martin Geineder) has fully confirmed her C-track victories in Straubing, beating horses who had been rated considerably higher. The Italian mare looks the one to beat. Grahish Cash (Romina Geineder) impressed in a competitive race at Karlshorst. The other Geineder representatives, Jivago du Gers (Nadja Reisenbauer), Gri Medici (Theresa Geineder) and Breeding of Hanke (Marille Beranek), will be hoping to collect good prize money. However, they must also keep an eye on the remaining contenders Luna Barosso (Christian Ferstl), Ayra (Marion Dinzinger) and Indoor (Alois Ortner), all of whom have realistic chances of featuring in the Trifecta. Perhaps the race for the grass-track specialists is more open than it first appears, and a surprise from one of the regular-track runners could be on the cards.
Our pick: (4) Fly Home – (7) Grahish Cash – (6) Indoor – (5) Luna Barosso
Race 4
A Superfecta bet with a guaranteed pool of €2,500 awaits in Race 4. This is another leg of the Straubing Amateur Championship, currently dominated by Stefan Hiendlmeier, who holds a commanding lead in the standings. A good dividend looks likely, as this race is wide open. Ranomi Flevo (Nadja Reisenbauer) is a talented three-year-old who has already won twice in her native Austria and is now looking for another victory. Nevada OV (Martin Geineder) is steadily working her way into excellent form. If Romashka (Georg Bachmeier) manages to get to the front, she could take some catching. Favara Star (Benjamin Priller) has been producing reliable performances abroad and benefits from a strong driver. With the right race conditions, Radioactive (Moritz Ecke) has the class to make an impact and could be right in the mix. Ophelia (Marion Dinzinger) and Gri Sixtysix (Herbert Tuscher) are further names to consider.
Our pick: (6) Ranomi Flevo – (10) Nevada OV – (5) Romashka – (7) Favara Star
Race 5
The Heinrich Hiendlmeier Memorial marks the start of the V6 jackpot sequence. This looks like a race in which punters should spread their bets. Barolo Rosso (Christoph Fischer), a brother to Fragolino Rosso, could fight out the finish with Ultrablue (Christoph Schwarz). George Gently Mo (Lena Franzl) is capable of springing a surprise. Speedy Ela Su (Robert Pletschacher) will be keen to take the lead and could remain in front for a long time. Lennarth (Vitus Schwaiger) recently showed a clear sign of returning to form.
Our pick: (7) Barolo Rosso – (6) Ultrablue – (1) George Gently Mo – (5) Sly
Race 6
The route to victory in the sixth race leads through Pippa Lobell (Christoph Schwarz), who arrives hardened by some tough assignments. Indigi (Alois Ortner) impressed in the Czech Republic, while Mercedes AMG (Andreas Geineder) faces a considerably easier task this time. Allegro Byd (Robert Pletschacher) is another potential surprise candidate.
Our pick: (8) Pippa Lobell – (9) Indigi – (5) Mercedes AMG – (4) Allegro Byd
Race 7
Princess Peach (Christoph Fischer) will be looking to repeat her excellent surprise victory at Daglfing. If Lucy Schneider manages to get along well with Wim Hazelaar, he could be a serious contender at the finish. For Love As (Gregor Krenmayr) arrives with some good recent form and certainly has a reason to be at Straubing. Veyron Bros (Pinja Mäkinen) has delivered solid performances in strong company, exceeding expectations on several occasions. Augustiner (Dr. Conny Schulz) should not be ruled out either. However, despite his excellent starting speed, he has drawn an unfavourable starting position.
Our pick: (6) Princess Peach – (5) For Love As – (4) Wim Hazelaar – (3) Veyron Bros
Race 8
The up-and-coming drivers take centre stage in the Elisabeth Mann Foundation Prize. Luke Danes (Lena Franzl) produced a very convincing victory following the favourite's failure and now faces Umbesi (Lasse Grundhöfer), who made a strong impression after a break from racing. Talented Jonas Steiner teams up with Treasure Venus and could take the victory back to Austria. Great Darkness Fire (Liza Marlow) is in excellent form. Othello Venus (Selina Engel) caused a minor sensation with his recent performance. Negresco (Pinja Mäkinen) is capable of more than just saddle racing, while Lots of Love (Anja Biss) has the form and a determined driver in the sulky.
Our pick: (4) Umbesi – (1) Luke Danes – (8) Treasure Venus – (7) Great Darkness Fire
Race 9
The Ejadon Hall of Fame Cup brings together the highest class of the day, offering the older established stars a chance to compete in this Free-for-All event. The tough and seasoned globetrotter Teatox (Christoph Schwarz) faces Victory Ares (Christoph Fischer), who has secured a favourable starting position and deserves plenty of respect. See the Moon (Stefan Hiendlmeier) faces easier opposition than in Hamburg. Hyper Fast (Josef Eder) looks a good candidate to collect some valuable place money.
Our pick: (2) Victory Ares – (7) Teatox – (6) See the Moon – (8) Hyper Fast
Race 10
"He's incredibly powerful on the track, but not always the easiest to handle mentally," said Marisa Bock about Keygo Wood following his dominant victory at Straubing. If the gelding can reproduce that performance, Blizzard Diamant's brother Ahoi Diamant (Christoph Fischer) will have his work cut out to beat him. Lasbeker (Lukas Strobl) also made a solid return following his break from racing.
Our pick: (4) Keygo Wood – (6) Ahoi Diamant – (7) Lasbeker – (5) Ghostrider Star
Race 11
The final race features some very good French trotters. King des Ves (Josef Sparber) has proved capable of winning even in open company and is now becoming increasingly comfortable racing at Straubing. Iathenus Day (Christoph Fischer) was unable to make up ground in the home straight last time despite starting as the hot favourite. He will be looking to put things right this time. Excellent Grandcru (Christoph Schwarz) is always a formidable force on his favourite track. Kaptain de l'Ocean (Robert Pletschacher) has already demonstrated his ability at venues such as Gelsenkirchen. In Love Burois (Andreas Geineder) could be the one to spring a surprise.
Our pick: (5) King des Ves – (7) Iathenus Day – (2) Excellent Grandcru – (4) Kaptain de l'Ocean
