Irish import makes his mark with win on New Zealand debut at Te Rapa

NZ Herald30 May, 2026 05:00 PM3 mins to readBright Stripes was impressive on his New Zealand debut at Te Rapa on Saturday. Photo / Kenton WrightBright Stripes was impressive on his New Zealand debut at Te Rapa on Saturday. Photo / Kenton WrightThe well-travelled Bright Stripes showed he could have found a handy home in New Zealand when he won first-up for team Te Akau Racing in the Fleet Image Celebrating 50 Years in Business at Te Rapa on Saturday.

The Irish-born son of Starspangledbanner was purchased by Te Akau Racing