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By Wandering Eyes · Posted
Ipswich-based apprentice Olivia Kendal aboard Ankle Rolex for Darwin trainer Patrick Johnston before they combined to seal victory at Fannie Bay last December. (Picture: Caroline Camilleri – Fotofinish Racepix) After getting a win during her first and only appearance in Darwin last December, Ipswich apprentice Olivia Kendal hopes to repeat the dose on debut at Alice Springs on Saturday. Kendal will feature in five of the six races, with the form guide suggesting the 26-year-old could achieve success. Terry Gillett’s Great Buy and Floral Code as well as Kevin Lamprecht’s Down The Wicket are strong contenders, and the fact that Kendal can claim 3kg enhances her prospects. “Terry seems confident about Great Buy, who is first up after a spell,” she said. “Kevin’s horse has nice Victorian form, but it’s racing in Alice for the first time on a different surface. “When I was in Darwin, I had a good day — a winner, a second and a third from five rides. “I’ve had a couple of injuries since then, but I’m looking forward to returning to the NT. “Getting the experience to ride the opposite way is probably a big highlight. “It’s a different style of racing up there, I’ve been asked to go up a couple of times. “To adapt to the type of racing wherever I go is really a key attribute to have as a jockey.” Days before heading to Darwin, Kendal broke her thumb following a fall at Rockhampton. Not long after making her return from that injury, she broke her collarbone following another fall at Townsville in April. Injury has sidelined Kendal on five occasions, with the apprentice estimating she has only spent 14 months in the saddle since making her debut at Gatton in May 2021. “Terry called me on Monday night about riding in Alice, I made the decision to go after all the rain we’ve had here in south-east Queensland,” Kendal said. “I probably would have ridden at Toowoomba on Saturday, but they’re basically guaranteed to race in Alice.” Based at Wanora — 18km north of Ipswich — Kendal has no issue travelling and enjoyed a win at Rockhampton on Tuesday. “I love it here, it’s a really good spot,” she said. “I’m pretty central, close to Toowoomba, Brisbane, the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, while Gatton, Kilcoy, Beaudesert, Warwick and Esk aren’t far away.” Gold Coast jockey Wanderson D’Avila, who had three wins and a second on his Darwin debut on Melbourne Cup Day before sealing another win at Fannie Bay last Saturday, also rides at Alice Springs for the first time this weekend. He has six rides, with Ray Viney’s stablemates Sabie Falls, Isolyfe and Duty his best hopes. With NT jockeys Stan Tsaikos, Ianish Luximon and Aaron Sweeney suspended, Wangaratta apprentice Jessica Booth and Adelaide apprentice Monika Wolanin return for the Alice Springs meeting. Horse racing news View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
While purses for both the Santa Anita Derby (G1) and Santa Anita Handicap (G1) were reduced, the purses for overnight races are greater than what was offered last spring and autumn, with allowance and maiden races increasing by more than 10%.View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
As is customary on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 28, the $400,000 Falls City Stakes (G3) is on the wagering menu at Churchill Downs. The 1 1/8-mile race features two fillies coming off victories in grade 2 company: Tarifa and Musical Mischief.View the full article -
By Wandering Eyes · Posted
What Alice Springs Races Where Pioneer Park Racecourse – Stuart Hwy, Connellan NT 0870 When Saturday, November 23, 2024 First Race 2:17pm ACST Visit Dabble It’s the off-season, but the Alice Springs Turf Club continues to attract good numbers, with 57 horses accepting for a highly competitive six-race meeting on Saturday. It’s been hot and sunny all week; however, showers and a possible storm with a top temperature of 38C is the forecast for Saturday. Pioneer Park will be a dry dirt surface and the rail will be in the true position. BEST BET AT ALICE SPRINGS: O’Tycoon O’Tycoon, a former Sydneysider, debuted in the Alice on October 6 and has impressed in 0-70 grade. He wasn’t far off the pace first up over 1100m before tiring over the final 100m to finish fifth. The five-year-old gelding rattled home from the back three weeks ago to finish a narrow second over 1200m. Sharing the lead over 1100m a fortnight ago, the son of Written Tycoon kicked clear at the 500m to win by 4.5 lengths. He drops 3.5kg and from barrier two, O’Tycoon is a serious threat. Best Bet Race 1 – #3 O’Tycoon (2) 5yo Gelding | T: Lisa Whittle | J: Sonja Logan (57kg) Bet with BlondeBet NEXT BEST AT ALICE SPRINGS: Floral Code Floral Code had done little wrong before fading to finish sixth over 1200m at 0-66 level on November 2. The former Queenslander was fifth on his NT debut against Class 2 over 1200m in late June before the four-year-old gelding found his mojo against similar opposition. Two seconds and a fourth was followed by a comprehensive win by five lengths over 1100m on October 27. Floral Code is worthy of another chance, and a 3kg claim helps. Next Best Race 4 – #4 Floral Code (2) 4yo Gelding | T: Terry Gillett | J: Olivia Kendal (a3) (59kg) Bet with Neds BEST VALUE AT ALICE SPRINGS: Nasha Nasha hasn’t won in nine Red Centre starts, but the six-year-old mare came close three weeks ago when finishing second over 1400m in 0-64 grade. Last in the six-horse field, the daughter of Vancouver powered home and was half a length adrift of the winner. That followed two fourths over 1400m at BM54 and 0-58 level after returning from a five-month spell in September. The extra 200m and 55kg could help get the former Queenslander over the line at a nice price with horse racing bookmakers. Best Value Race 6 – #3 Nasha (5) 6yo Mare | T: Barry Cooke | J: Paul Denton (55kg) Bet with Unibet Alice Springs Saturday quaddie tips – 23/11/2024 Fannie Bay quadrella selections Saturday, November 23, 2024 1-2-3-4 3-4-6 1-2-3-5 1-2-3 Horse racing tips View the full article -
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Last year's GIII Iroquois Stakes winner West Saratoga (Exaggerator–Mo Wicked, by Uncle Mo), who also has placed in three black-type events in 2024 and started in the GI Kentucky Derby, has been catalogued to the Inglis Digital USA December Sale. Bidding will take place Wednesday, Dec. 4, beginning at 2 p.m. ET, with subsequent listings closing in three-minute increments. West Saratoga and his trainer, Larry Demeritte, were featured last year on TDNtv. “I've always felt great about this horse–he has all the attributes of a top competitor,” Demeritte told Inglis Digital USA. “He's laid back but gives his all when asked, is straightforward, sound, and never misses a meal. He's beaten some of the best 3-year-olds in the country, including Seize the Grey twice, and I've always geared him toward a strong 4-year-old campaign. “Even after tough races like the Kentucky Derby, he bounced back perfectly, which is why I believe he'll be one of the top 4-year-olds in the country. Unfortunately, due to my health, I have to let him go, but I'm confident he'll bring success and joy to his next connections.” West Saratoga has been nominated to the $20-million G1 Saudi Cup, which will be held Feb. 22. “West Saratoga has plenty of upside going forward, with the potential to compete in some of the world's biggest races,” said Inglis Digital USA CEO Liza Hendriks. “His profile makes him an exciting prospect for any owner looking to make an immediate impact domestically or internationally.” Bred by Two Hearts Farm II LLC and campaigned by Harry L. Veruchi, West Saratoga currently has a record of 13-2-5-1 and earnings of $473,418. In addition to his Iroquois win, the 3-year-old gray has also placed in the GIII Jeff Ruby Steaks, the GIII Sam F. Davis Stakes, and the Pasco Stakes. Entries for the Inglis Digital USA December Sale will remain open through Monday, Nov. 25, with the catalogue released Friday, Nov. 29. To enter a horse or to register as a bidder, visit inglisdigitalusa.com. The post Inglis Digital USA December Sale to Feature GSW West Saratoga appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions. View the full article
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