This weekend of spring racing is highlighted by the world renowned Caulfield Cup. With the unfortunate late scratching of Quick Thinker, OTI is now represented by the one runner Selino in the race. There is also plenty of action across the country, and internationally for the team this Saturday.
SATURDAY 16th October
Caulfield
Current Track Rating: Heavy
Eagles Crag
Difficulty in finding appropriate races, combined with a small health hick up has interrupted Eagles Crag’s preparation. However Archie Alexander has said his work has been excellent leading up to this race. With luck in running, he should be in the finish.
Race 1 – 12:15 pm | 1700m BM80 | T: Archie Alexander | J: Jordan Childs 58kg | Barrier 6 | Saddlecloth 10
Selino
As he prepares for the Melbourne Cup, Selino is looking to finish this race strongly and lay the foundation for a big effort in 2 1/2 weeks.
Race 9 – 5:15 pm | 2400m Group 1 Caulfield Cup | T: Chris Waller | J: Fred Kersley 53.5kg | Barrier 17 | Saddlecloth 6
Eagle Farm
Current Track Rating: Soft
Southern Rock
On the back of a return to form two starts back, Southern Rock is expected to be very competitive here. The barrier is no help, so hopefully he can run into the race over the last 400 metres.
Race 3 – 1:48 pm | 2218m BM78 | T: Matthew Dunn | J: Michael Cahill 55.5kg | Barrier 10 | Saddlecloth 5
Taaffeite
This mare’s form has been excellent as she looks to get another win on the board before a well-deserved break.
Race 3 – 1:48 pm | 2218m BM78 | T: Matthew Dunn | J: Ron Stewart 54kg | Barrier 1 | Saddlecloth 9
Randwick
Current Track Rating: Soft
Young Rascal
The Freedman camp has been delighted with Young Rascal since his last start second. From what they have seen since, he is capable of going one better in this race.
Race 9 – 5:30 pm | 2600m St Leger Stakes | T: Richard & Michael Freedman | J: Sam Clipperton 57.5kg | Barrier 7 | Saddlecloth 5
Newcastle
Current Track Rating: Soft
Seven Twenty
This talented filly resumes after a short break. She’s expected to be very competitive but will also be improved by the run.
Race 7 – 5:10 pm | 1250m Class 1 | T: Matthew Smith | J: Dylan Gibbons (a3/54kg) 56.5kg | Barrier 2 | Saddlecloth 9
SUNDAY 17th October
Leopardstown (IRE)
Current Track Rating: Good
Zaynudin
On the bigger track and with blinkers applied, Joseph O’Brien believes Zaynudin will be very hard to beat.
Race 6 – 2:20 am AEST | 2000m Maiden | T: Joseph O’Brien | J: J Mc Donogh 58kg | Barrier 13 | Saddlecloth 6
Camphor
Camphor goes to her likely last race before heading to the Newmarket Broodmare Sales in early December. With a slow track, she could well end her race career successfully.
Race 8 – 3:25am AEST | 2400m Premier Handicap | T: J. Harrington | J: E. Doyle (a3/55kg) 58kg | Barrier 8 | Saddlecloth 4
We wish all of our connections the best of luck for an exciting weekend ahead!
