Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted December 19, 2018 Journalists Share Posted December 19, 2018 TDN: What was you favourite racing moment of the year? WH: Sea Of Class (Ire) (Sea The Stars {Ire}) winning the G1 Darley Irish Oaks. She showed her class and acceleration and was given a breathtakingly brave ride by James Doyle. It was an important win for us (every Classic is) and a huge win for Mrs. Tsui and her family. TDN: Name a horse that stood out for you in 2018? WH: Alpha Centauri (Ire) (Mastercraftsman {Ire})’s destruction in the G1 Coronation was a superb effort. Roaring Lion (Kitten’s Joy)’s G1 Juddmonte win was imperious, but Stradivarius (Ire) (Sea The Stars {Ire}) won all the races he contested–the million-pound bonus probably forced connections to campaign him aggressively, but he was well up to the task. TDN: And an outstanding achievement by a breeder, owner or trainer? WH: The outstanding training performance was by Sir Michael [Stoute]–the G1 King George was a brilliant race contested by two horses and jockeys who gave their all. As a spectacle it was magnificent. TDN: What’s your big hope for 2019? WH: Frankellina (GB) (Frankel {GB}–Our Obsession {Ire}, by Shamardal). Remarkably the Oppenheimer family have never won the G1 Investec Oaks and whilst this filly has a long way to go, who knows where she could end up. Also our luck to change for Appletree Stud. TDN: What’s your new year’s resolution? WH: Personally–to lose some weight and eat less sugar, and sugar-based products. Professionally, to support the racecourses who continue to put their hand in their pocket and be less supportive of those who don’t. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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