Chief Stipe Posted March 4, 2019 Share Posted March 4, 2019 Platinum Invador has been sent out for a short break after an impressive placing in Saturday’s Vodafone New Zealand Derby. The son of Redwood has raced on the last three Saturdays in a row. After being badly checked and finishing outside the placings in the Avondale Guineas, he had to back up at Otaki seven days later to earn his way into the Derby field with a win over 2100 metres. He saved his best performance for Derby day, coming from last at the top of the straight and finishing a close third behind Crown Prosecutor and In A Twinkling. “It was a huge performance, he really did us proud,” trainer Lisa Latta said. “He’s had a big few weeks, so he’s gone out to the paddock now for a week off. “Then we’ll bring him back in, see how he’s doing and make a plan from there. He’s nominated for the Australian Derby (Randwick, April 6), but whether that’s an option or not will depend on how he’s come through his Ellerslie run.” Latta has also ended the campaigns of stablemates Sir Nate and Lincoln Falls, who finished 13th and 18th. “They’ve done enough for this campaign and will both head out for a well-earned break,” she said. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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