Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted March 22 Journalists Share Posted March 22 Chris Waller‘s decision to pit VRC Derby champion Riff Rocket against his own age group in the Rosehill Guineas 2024 appears a shrewd move, as the colt emerges as the clear favourite for the Slipper Day feature. Riff Rocket is tipped to pick up a second Group 1 as favourite in Saturday’s 2024 Rosehill Guineas in Sydney. Photo: Ultimate Racing Photos. Initially a double acceptor for Saturday’s Rosehill card, Riff Rocket will skip the Ranvet Stakes in favour of the $1 million Rosehill Guineas (2000m). The American Pharoah gelding boasts an impressive record (5 wins from 9 starts) and arrives in peak fitness after two strong lead-up runs. Following a surprise victory in the Group 3 CS Hayes (1400m) first-up, Riff Rocket finished a credible third in the Group 1 Australian Guineas (1600m) last time out. Considering his 2500m Derby win at Flemington last year, connections anticipate further improvement at this distance. Jumping from barrier seven with Nash Rawiller in the saddle, Riff Rocket is fancied to return to the winner’s circle. Leading online bookmaker Ladbrokes has Riff Rocket installed as the $2.60 favourite, poised to deliver Waller his fourth Rosehill Guineas victory after D’Argento (2018), The Autumn Sun (2019), and Lindermann (2023). Three other runners join Riff Rocket under $10 in the market, with Tom Kitten ($3.40) the closest challenger. James Cummings‘ colt captured the Group 1 Spring Champion Stakes over this distance last year but has yet to find winning form this preparation. However, a step up to 2000m with Hugh Bowman in the saddle could see him firing again. Ciaron Maher‘s King Colorado ($7.50) and the unbeaten Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young-trained Immediacy ($8.50) are the other notable contenders. King Colorado seeks his first win since the J.J. Atkins last year and will be looking to atone for a disappointing run in the Australian Guineas. Meanwhile, last start three-length Group 2 Autumn Classic winner Immediacy aims to maintain his undefeated record in a significant step up in class and distance. The 2024 Rosehill Guineas is scheduled for Race 6 at Rosehill on Saturday with a post time of 3:15 pm (AEDT). 2024 Rosehill Guineas Field No Last 10 Horse Trainer Jockey Barrier Weight Probable Weight Penalty Hcp Rating 1 11x5158x22 MILITARIZE (NZ) Chris Waller James McDonald 7 56.5kg 110 2 7x12121x13 RIFF ROCKET Chris Waller Nash Rawiller 8 56.5kg 107 3 150x840x93 CAFE MILLENIUM John O’Shea Tom Marquand 6 56.5kg 100 4 x13321x654 TOM KITTEN James Cummings Hugh Bowman 2 56.5kg 100 5 1x9740x220 KING COLORADO Ciaron Maher Mark Zahra 3 56.5kg 96 6 6x41183x79 GANBARE Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott Tim Clark 4 56.5kg 87 7 111 IMMEDIACY (NZ) Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young Luke Currie 12 56.5kg 84 8 35x9732x67 CAP FERRAT Chris Waller Ryan Moore 9 56.5kg 83 9 312x6x66 CEOLWULF (NZ) Joseph Pride Blake Shinn 11 56.5kg 82 10 7x4763x187 DUCASSE Michael Freedman Tyler Schiller 1 56.5kg 82 11 4130 COSMIC LAD Edward Cummings Chad Schofield 10 56.5kg 62 12 64104×7819 STEEL BLAZE Brett Lazzarini Reece Jones 5 56.5kg 61 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 Riff Rocket Heads 2024 Rosehill Guineas Betting Markets 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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