Kota Kinabalu: Tomorrow’s (Sunday) Race 4 (Initiation) over 1,000m sand track will be keenly watched with several horses in fierce battle for top spot.
Dropping to Initiation level, Lucky Princess, Putera Sarawak and Fight Again are ready to stamp their authority.
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Butter Cup has ability and can seriously challenge the trio. Magic Opa at favourable barrier 4 can opt to sit tight behind leaders and attack in last furlong.
Race 5 (Class 4) over 1,000m sand track is the showpiece race with rising star Magic Million the one to beat.
With last year’s champion jockey Firdaus in control, the magnificent Magic Million should achieve his fifth consecutive win.
Well-prepared Blackjack to be included in the selections together with experienced Beautiful Princess as well as speedsters Ratu First and Seabiscuit.
Plenty of Group 1 action today (Saturday) at Flemington and Randwick Racecourses.
Flemington Race 7 (Group 1) over 1,600m features authoritative champions fighting for total prize money of AUD$2 million.
Outstanding mare Pride of Jenni resuming after 17-week rest is expected to lead. Stefi Magnetica and Leica Lucy, both fitter heading into this race, are right in the mix.
Progressive-types Sabaj and Treasure the Moment are worth tracking.
Race 9 (Group 1) sprint (1,200m) has young and promising Tentyris as favourite. On a winning streak at favourite Flemington ground, this distance is also ideal for Tentyris to secure his third Group 1 win.
The valiant My Gladiola can pose some danger to Tentyris. Angel Capital and Benedetta to be respected.
Randwick Race 8 (Group 1) over 1,600m showcases Australia’s brightest three-year olds competing for total prize money of AUD$1 million.
In-form Autumn Boy under world’s best jockey J McDonald is tipped with classy ShezaAlibi and super consistent Ninja chasing down hard. Attica has clocked the best 1,600m timing and should be pencilled.
Randwick Race 9 (Group 1) over 1,300m will be a contest between heavyweights and rising gallopers.
Experienced Headley Grande and Gringotts are expected fight for top spot. The exciting and youthful Napoleonic is always up for the challenge against establishment.
Elite performer Lady Shenandoah can be counted to run well.
For today (Flemington, Randwick and Bunbury) and tomorrow’s (Tambalang, Hong Kong and Selangor) detailed race timings and information, visit Royal Sabah Turf Club’s website.
