Dune delivers for O’Brien
Irish trainer’s first Southwell runner is a winner.
Dune Of Pilat looked a highly-promising three-year-old as he landed a facile victory for Irish trainer Joseph O’Brien in the Bombardier Golden Beer Novice Stakes at Southwell. The Medaglia d’Oro colt was a first runner at the track for O’Brien, and a first ride there too for 3lb claiming apprentice Shane Crosse. Their venture to Nottinghamshire could hardly have gone smoother as Dune Of Pilat, who has a Derby entry, brushed aside his four rivals with consummate ease. Successful at Dundalk on his second start last month, the 1-4 favourite breezed into the lead two furlongs out and pulled away to score by eight lengths from Looktothelight. O’Brien said: “We’re delighted with him. He did it nicely, and Shane gave him a nice ride. “Being an American-bred horse, we thought there was a chance he would handle the surface. It looked a suitable race, and the timing of it was suitable. It all worked out well. “We thought it would be a good experience for him in case he ends up going to Dubai or America in the future, if he proves to be good enough to do that. “We might run him in a Listed race back at Dundalk next at the end of February- and go from there. “I think the experience of running today will do him good.” Crosse told Sky Sports Racing: “He was a bit keen early and he was in front a long way, but he’s a got a great attitude and a big, massive stride. “Hopefully he’s improving. “From his first run to his second, he stepped up loads – and from the last day to today, he felt even stronger.”Follow us on Twitter racing365dotcom and like our Facebook page.
Latest
-
Willie Mullins has to settle for minor honours in Perth Listed events
Trainer did register a winner at Ludlow with 1-7 shot Daddy Long Legs.
-
Bucanero Fuerte set to skip Guineas with Ascot sprint preferred
Phoenix Stakes victor ‘highly unlikely’ to take up Classic engagement.
-
Ballysax scorer Dallas Star added to Derby field
Adrian Murray targeting Epsom with shock Leopardstown winner.
-
Andre Fabre left wondering if ground was behind Newmarket disappointment
Alcantor remains on course for French Guineas despite Craven eclipse.
-
Amateur Ella Herbison performs miracle recovery to claim first victory at Perth
The 7lb claimer went on to win by a length and three-quarters.
-
Neville eager to take Oaksey test with The Real Whacker
‘It’s the first time I’ve seen good ground in a long time, so we’re looking forward to it’.
-
Chester and York options under consideration for Arrest
Colt finished seventh on his seasonal bow at Newbury.
-
Dettori lands Kentucky Derby ride on Society Man
Italian will take part in Churchill Downs showpiece.
-
Botti sets sights on French Classic gold with Folgaria
A trip to ParisLongchamp next month firmly on the agenda for Newbury winner.