Fierce Impact 2YO Wins Trial by 15 Lengths

Media Release - Monday September 16

Fierce Impact's first official 2 year-old to trial came in the form of the extremely impressive Zelia (2yo filly, Fierce Impact ex Kakariko Village (Shooting To Win)) who was the most impressive of the 2 year-old's to trial in Riccarton (New Zealand) over the weekend, streaking the field by 15 lengths to win comfortably.

Zelia's trainer David Walsh was impressed with the manner of the filly's performance and has her set to go to the races in two weeks time. You can watch the trial by clicking on the image below.

Click to see the trial.


Amongst the breeders supporting Fierce Impact at stud this season are trainers Mick Price, Grahame Begg, Matt Cumani and Liam Howley who are all sending mares to the stallion this season. One of Victoria's most fertile stallions, Fierce Impact stands at the very competitive fee of $13,750 (incl. GST).

Fierce Impact (Jpn), click for more info.

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