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From track to trail: Savabeel’s Kal El walks Australia
Kal El, a versatile off-the-track thoroughbred sired by Savabeel, is part of an epic trek across Australia. Alongside his rider, Stephanie, he’s navigating over 5,300 kilometers, showcasing the endurance and adaptability of Savabeel’s bloodline. This journey highlights the incredible bond between horse and rider, covering rugged landscapes with determination.
Read MoreBreak for Savabeel’s top sprinting son
I Wish I Win to spell following a below-par performance in The TAB Everest.
Read MoreAnother winning cheque for Overdrawn
Overdrawn, who is part-owned by Waikato Stud, purred along in the trail under Matt Cartwright and once into the clear he was too good in the run home at Ellerslie on Saturday.
Read MoreMissoni makes her mark
Ocean Park’s daughter Missoni (ex Fashionably) turned her form around in fine style at Wingatui on Friday afternoon with a determined performance to score over 1600 metres. The Robert Dennis-trained four-year-old had been successful on …
Read MoreWS Trivia – can you beat the quiz master?
Saturday at Flemington, Derby Day kicks off a week of Group racing. Grab a pen or open the notes section on your phone, and let the trivia begin! Question 1: At Flemington, there is a …
Read MoreThe Corner with Garry Chittick
From the upcoming Everest race, the power of music, particularly Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline”, and Peter V’landys’ impact on NSW sports. He discusses race status issues, personal connections with horses, and the influence of sires like Super Seth and Savabeel at Waikato Stud, ending with appreciation for his work.
Read MoreWishy ready to go one better in Everest
I Wish I Win, trained by Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman, will represent New Zealand in The Everest at Randwick, seeking redemption after last year’s runner-up finish. With a favorable barrier nine, breeder Mark Chittick is optimistic about the gelding’s chances, citing better race conditions and excitement from Trackside Media’s support.
Read MoreHarry follows proud family tradition
Harry Chittick, 18, continued his family’s auction legacy at the Inglis Ready2Race Sale, selling a Super Seth colt for A$240,000 to Hong Kong trainer Ricky Yiu. The colt, Lot 15, is a half-brother to winners and from the prestigious Thorn Park bloodline. Chittick described the experience as “nerve-racking.”
Read MoreSavabeel 5YO back in fine style
Fresh legs carried talented Savabeel five-year-old Poison Chalice to an impressive opening victory of his spring campaign at Caulfield this afternoon.
Read MoreSmart 3YO strikes again in HK
Super Seth’s three-year-old Patch Of Cosmo continued his winning form in Hong Kong, securing another victory at Sha Tin over 1,200 meters. Trained by Manfred Man and ridden by Luke Ferraris, Patch Of Cosmo was bred by Waikato Stud and sold for $230,000. He’s the first foal of Savabeel mare Thee.
Read MoreWS-bred The Mansman class above rivals
WS-bred The Mansm, a son of Savabeel mare Hurry, added to his tidy record this afternoon when he proved far superior to his rivals at Murray Bridge.
Read MoreSuper run by Seth’s son
There was honour in defeat this afternoon for Feroce in his bid to credit his Waikato Stud-based sire Super Seth with a maiden Group 1 victory in the Caulfield Guineas.
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