Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted May 28, 2022 Journalists Share Posted May 28, 2022 Barb Raider packed plenty to claim The Roses. Photo: Darren WinninghamBarb Raider is now third-favourite for next Saturday’s Queensland Oaks after her courageous $250,000 The Roses victory at Eagle Farm today. After holding a good position for the duration of the 2100m stayers’ feature, Craig Williams held his nerve aboard the three-year-old filly when she had challengers on either side of her deep onto the straight. They were Belle Savoir and Smirk, who finished a respective second and third for Nick Ryan and Chris Waller. 2022 The Roses Replay Barb Raider’s excellent win now has her into $7 with Ladbrokes for the Queensland Oaks at the same venue next Saturday. And Williams cannot wait for that Group 1 feature worth $700,000 over 2200m. He believes he will partner up with a genuine chance, now third in markets with online betting sites behind Gypsy Goddess ($3 for David Vandyke) and Aravene ($6 for Caroline Jennings). “Most importantly she was in front when it counted. (Trainer) Jerome Hunter has done a marvellous job with her,” Williams told Sky Racing. “And the owners have given him the confidence to train the horse he wants to in order to get that Group 1 win for them. “That’s why she’s here seven days before the main target. I could feel she benefited from that competition going into the main race. “I think she’s only going to springboard off this performance. “Fantastic (Williams’ thoughts on the Good 4 track).” More horse racing news View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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