There is much to look forward to for our owners this long weekend, with Chaillot making her return at Group 3 level and two live chances set to contest the Group 2 Adelaide Cup.
Friday, March 11
Fontainebleau (FR)
Current Track Rating: Good
Lorne
Having strengthened up during her winter break, Mario Baratti expects a forward showing from this filly. As a three-year-old who has already shown staying promise, we are excited to see what she can do this preparation.
Race 6 – 2:35 am Saturday ADST | 2200m 3yoF Maiden | T: Mario Baratti | J: Theo Bachelot 58kg | Barrier 5 | Saddlecloth 8
Saturday, March 12
Eagle Farm
Current Track Rating: Good
Haky
Unfortunately, a foot abscess has this old gelding’s start in doubt for Saturday’s race. Should he take his place, he gets a final chance to prove his zest for racing. He’ll roll to the front and hopefully keep on finding!
Race 2 – 1:38 pm ADST | 2412m BM78 | T: Matt Dunn | J: Ryan Moloney 61.5kg | Barrier 1 | Saddlecloth 1
Saturday, March 12
Flemington
Current Track Rating: Good
Chaillot
Connections are hopeful that this talented mare can keep her undefeated fresh record intact, when she contests this competitive Group 3. Having won a ‘private’ trial in good style last Friday, she heads into her return primed to run a big race.
Race 8 – 5:00 pm | 1400m Group 3 Shaftesbury Avenue Handicap | T: Archie Alexander | J: Declan Bates 55.5kg | Barrier 5 | Saddlecloth 9
Sunday, March 13
Stony Creek
Current Track Rating: Good
Scarlet Tufty
After two runs this preparation that were indicative of a horse looking for further, Scarlet Tufty steps out to 2000m for the first time in his Australian career. An improved performance is expected from the son of Siyouni, having trained on nicely from his Flemington run.
Race 7 – 4:25 pm | 2100m Stony Creek Cup | T: Ciaron Maher & David Eustace | J: Matthew Cartwright 54kg | Barrier 3 | Saddlecloth 4
Vardani
On the back of his impressive last start victory, Vardani strikes another suitable race on Sunday. Despite being deep into his preparation, the son of Charm Spirit has continued to improve with racing and we are confident that he can again be very competitive.
Race 7 – 4:25 pm | 2100m Stony Creek Cup | T: Archie Alexander | J: Josh Richards 54kg | Barrier 6 | Saddlecloth 6
Monday, March 14
Warrnambool
Current Track Rating: Soft
Notes
A runner-up to subsequent Group winning filly La Crique, Notes is set to make his Australian debut. The gelding has shown all the right signs during his short time with Lindsey Smith, putting together two strong trial performances. Monday’s race presents as an ideal starting point for what hopefully is a successful career for connections.
Race 5 – 3:00 pm | 1400m BM64 | T: Lindsey Smith | J: Jarrod Fry 59kg | Barrier 1 | Saddlecloth 6
Monday, March 14
Morphettville
Current Track Rating: Good
Daqiansweet Junior & Future Score
To read more about our two chances in the time honoured Adelaide Cup, please click here.
Race 7 – 4:45 pm ADST | 3200m Group 2 Adelaide Cup
We wish all of our connections the very best of luck this weekend!
