Tosen Stardom's Mickio Enters the Derby Picture

Mark Smith - Friday September 15

Ben Hayes believes he has unearthed a genuine Victory Derby contender in the Tosen Stardom (JPN) gelding Mickio.

He can stay (image Reg Ryan/Racing Photos)

Making his second start following a fast-finishing third at Donald on August 29, Mickio carried the support of the Lindsay Park Stable in the  DMB Contracting Maiden Plate (1726m).

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Given a peach by Declan Bates, Mickio was strong to the line in defeating Highly Likely (Impending) by one and three-quarter lengths, with Lodbrok (Australia) the same distance back in third.

A homebred for Tony Ottobre’s Cape Schanck Stud, Mickio is the third foal and first to race for the reliant O’Reilly mare Jennio.

The winner of four and placed in ten of her 33 starts, Jennio is a half-sister to Tony Ottobre’s very smart High Chaparral filly Jennifer Lynn whose four wins were highlighted by the Listed VRC Lexus Hybrid Plate.

Jennio foaled a Cool Aza Beel (NZ) filly last spring before visiting Admire Mars (JPN).

Tosen Stardom (JPN) won seven races highlighted by the Group 1 Toorak Handicap and Group 1 MacKinnon Stakes when trained by carrying the colours of Australian Bloodstock.

The son of Deep Impact was a dual Grade III winner in Japan and finished runner-up in the Group 1 Ranvet Stakes at Rosehill when trained by Yasutoshi Ikee.

After beginning his career at Woodside Park Stud, Tosen Stardom (JPN) headed to Ireland late last year to become the foundation stallion at Zenith Stallion Station, where he stands at €7,000.

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Race Result - DMB Contracting Mdn Plate 1726m

Geelong Track: Good(4) Time: 1:45.65
1
Mickio
- 3g Tosen Stardom (JPN) x Jennio (AUS) (O'reilly (NZ))
Tnr: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes Rdr: Declan Bates 57
2
1.8
Highly Likely
- 4m Impending (AUS) x High Above (AUS) (High Chaparral (IRE))
Tnr: Pat Carey & Harris Walker Rdr: Celine Gaudray 56
Inglis February (Early) Online Sale $6,500
Seller: Blake Ryan Racing Pty Ltd (as agent)
Buyer: Roi Bloodstock
Inglis October (Late) Online Sale $5,000
Seller: Blake Ryan Racing (as agent)
Buyer: Stanton Thoroughbreds/Richard Otto
Inglis Classic Yearling Sale $50,000
Seller: Valiant Stud, Aberdeen
Buyer: Sweetbriar Equine Pty Ltd
3
3.6
Lodbrok
- 4h Australia (GB) x Swedish Challenge (USA) (Hat Trick (JPN))
Tnr: C Maher & D Eustace Rdr: Ethan Brown 59.5
4
5.2
Jefferson
- 6g Swiss Ace (AUS) x Princess Carolina (AUS) (More Than Ready (USA))
Tnr: K T Bourke Rdr: J Mott 59.5
5
7.0
Book Of Exodus
- 4h Mikki Isle (JPN) x Tacit Rhema (AUS) (Oratorio (IRE))
Tnr: David Brideoake & Matt Jenkins Rdr: Beau Mertens 59.5
6
9.0
Kiso
- 5g Lucas Cranach (GER) x Unique Storm (AUS) (Stormhill (AUS))
Tnr: S A Beani Rdr: J Lorensini 59.5
7
9.5
Splendid Chap
- 4g Tivaci (AUS) x So Splendid (NZ) (Savabeel (AUS))
Tnr: Archie Alexander Rdr: Ms J Kennedy 56.5
8
10.7
Albanian Bay
- 4g Cable Bay (IRE) x Tango's Choice (AUS) (Redoute's Choice (AUS))
Tnr: P Koumis Rdr: Liam Riordan 59.5
9
12.5
Perdiz
- 3f Shooting To Win (AUS) x Zerprise Journey (AUS) (Good Journey (USA))
Tnr: David Brideoake & Matt Jenkins Rdr: C Newitt 55
10
12.7
Call On Me Valerie
- 4m Dundeel (NZ) x Manhattan Mam (AUS) (Dehere (USA))
Tnr: Denis Pagan Rdr: Ms D Keane 54.5
11
44.7
Just A Bit More
- 3f Justify (USA) x I'll Have A Bit (AUS) (Smart Missile (AUS))
Tnr: John McArdle Rdr: B Mc Dougall 55
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