The release of entries for the Group I Caulfield Guineas and Thousand Guineas has added plenty of interest to competitive midweek maiden events which are often the first stepping off point for potential contenders, so let’s take a look at the runners today that hold entries.
Randwick Race 1 over 1300m has some likely prospects with the Mark Newnham trained stakes-placed Maurice (Jpn) colt Matcha Latte looking to progress from an encouraging first preparation which featured a third in the Listed Baillieu to quality colt Williamsburg.
The Chris Waller trained Capitalist filly Waikiki ran well on debut for second and her dam is a three-quarter sister to Group I MRC Thousand Guineas winner Amphitrite, while unraced John Sargent trained So You Think colt Perfect Thought has impressed at the trials.
Sandown Race 1 over 1400m features a big field and an interesting one on pedigree in Toronto Terrier, a half-brother by Toronado (IRE) to Group I VRC Victoria Derby winner Extra Brut. Trained by Mike Moroney, he had three starts earlier this year for two placings and resumes from a spell as a gelding.
