Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted February 23 Journalists Share Posted February 23 The Group 1 Futurity Stakes 2024 at Caulfield on Saturday shapes up as a one-horse race, with Mr Brightside the overwhelming favourite at $1.55 through Ladbrokes. C.F. Orr Stakes winner Mr Brightside looks primed to win again in the 2024 Futurity Stakes. Photo: Ultimate Racing Photos. This weight-for-age champion from Lindsay Park is coming off a thrilling victory in the CF Orr Stakes and boasts an undefeated record (4-0) at Caulfield over the 1400m distance. Mr Brightside seeks his sixth Group 1 victory ahead of his All-Star Mile title defence. With Craig Williams in the saddle from a favourable barrier five, he looks poised to repeat his CF Orr – Futurity Stakes double feat last achieved by Black Heart Bart (2017). Attrition ($8.50), trained by Mitchell Freedman, emerges as the only real contender according to the bookies. This lightly raced four-year-old recently won the Group 1 Toorak Handicap and could pose a challenge. Pericles ($10) and Nugget ($10) are outsiders with potential. Pericles, trained by Godolphin, seeks his first win since last September and has shown promise in recent Group races. Nugget, trained by Ciaron Maher, has a history of running well against Mr Brightside and could surprise. The race is set to run as Caulfield Race 7 at 3:40pm (AEDT). Don’t miss this clash as Mr Brightside attempts to solidify his dominance in the weight-for-age ranks! 2024 Futurity Stakes Field No Last 10 Horse Trainer Jockey Barrier Weight Probable Weight Penalty Hcp Rating 1 1x111222x1 MR BRIGHTSIDE (NZ) Ben, Will & JD Hayes Craig Williams 5 59kg 118 2 292x1132x6 PERICLES James Cummings Ms Jamie Kah 1 59kg 108 3 7x128x3017 MUNHAMEK (GB) Nick Ryan Blake Shinn 4 59kg 106 4 1823x2319x DOM TO SHOOT Sean & Jake Casey Damian Lane 6 59kg 110 5 13553x404x NUGGET (GB) Ciaron Maher Mark Zahra 2 59kg 105 6 x901410x33 BUFFALO RIVER (USA) Michael Moroney Ms Celine Gaudray (a) 7 59kg 105 7 1152x5201x ATTRITION Mitchell Freedman Ben Melham 8 59kg 108 8 6086×1145 HEY FAT CAT Robbie Laing 3 55.5kg 71 Table Credit: Racing Australia. This page and the written content within it were partially generated using AI or automated technology and edited and verified by our editorial team. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE? For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au. The post 2024 Futurity Stakes Field: Mr Brightside Poised for Glory at Caulfield appeared first on HorseRacing.com.au. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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