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- ↑ https://infohorse.hrnz.co.nz/datahrs/major_races/major_race13.htm
- ↑ https://harnesslink.com/new-zealand/cold-chisel-belts-out-another-derby-for-purdon/
- ↑ https://www.hrnz.co.nz/news/history-repeats-in-northern-derby/
- ↑ "Merlin (NZ) adds Group One Derby to Incredible Record | NZB Standardbred | Standardbred Auction House". www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz.
- ↑ Greig, Bevan (March 24, 2023). "Merlin wins $135,000 Northern Derby - Harnesslink".
- ↑ "Magical Merlin (NZ) Clinches New Zealand Group One Derby Double | NZB Standardbred | Standardbred Auction House". www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz.
- ↑ "Akuta (NZ) Confirms Star Status in Epic Derby Win | NZB Standardbred | Standardbred Auction House". www.nzbstandardbred.co.nz.
- ↑ Greig, Bevan (March 31, 2022). "Purdon warns the best is yet to come from Akuta - Harnesslink".