The Gold Coast heats up for Magic Millions Day on Saturday, featuring two $3 million showdowns, including the highly anticipated Magic Millions 3YO Guineas (1400m). A full field of hopefuls charge off for this prestigious race, with Chris Waller’s Chrysaor holding narrow favouritism at $5.50 in the latest markets at Ladbrokes.
Chrysaor heads current Magic Millions 3YO Guineas 2024 betting markets for the Gold Coast feature this weekend. Photo: Steve Hart.
This Better Than Ready colt rose to fame last spring, claiming an upset victory in Randwick’s $1 million Group 2 Callander-Presnell. He followed up with a close second in the Group 3 Vo Rogue Plate at Doomben, cementing his form heading south. Top jockey James McDonald takes the reins from barrier seven, giving Chrysaor a strong chance to conquer the Gold Coast.
His last-start victor, Cifrado, also looms large at $6.50. Damien Thornton guides the Encryption gelding from one closer the fence in barrier six, setting the stage for an exciting rematch.
Undefeated Sydney Bowler ($6.50) adds another layer of intrigue, aiming to extend his winning streak to four under Jason Collett from wider out in gate 16. His recent commanding victory at Randwick showcases his potential.
Rounding out the single-figure fancies are Robert Heathcote’s in-form Queenslander Abounding ($7.50) aiming to upset the boys and Royal Tribute ($7.50) who is the early market mover from Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott stables fresh off a Gosford Guineas win.
With a diverse field featuring rising stars, proven contenders, and exciting form lines, the Gold Coast Magic Millions 3YO Guineas promises a thrilling battle. Don’t miss the action as these hopefuls battle for glory at 4:20pm (AEST) on Saturday.
2024 Magic Millions 3YO Guineas Key Runners:
- Chrysaor ($5.50): Formidable favourite, top jockey, strong recent performances.
- Cifrado ($6.50): Last-start winner, rematch with Chrysaor, Damien Thornton aboard.
- Sydney Bowler ($6.50): Undefeated, wide draw but strong form.
- Abounding ($7.50): In-form Queenslander taking on the boys.
- Royal Tribute ($7.50): Early market mover, recent Gosford Guineas winner.
2024 Magic Millions 3YO Guineas Field & Barriers
| No | Last 10 | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier | Weight | Probable Weight | Penalty | Hcp Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13116×4061 | CIFRADO | Rex Lipp | Damien Thornton | 7 | 58kg | 92 | ||
| 2 | x137x981x2 | CHRYSAOR | Chris Waller | James McDonald | 8 | 58kg | 89.5 | ||
| 3 | 0x594x54x4 | SOVEREIGN FUND | Peter & Paul Snowden | Tommy Berry | 4 | 56.5kg | 70 | ||
| 4 | 2x144x1 | ROYAL TRIBUTE | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | Adam Hyeronimus | 11 | 56.5kg | 82 | ||
| 5 | 44×3231 | VANQUISHED | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | Blake Shinn | 22 | 56kg | 65 | ||
| 6 | 121×3391 | DEFIANT SPIRIT | Stuart Kendrick | Robbie Dolan | 23 | 56kg | 73 | ||
| 7 | 34×11112 | WEIGALL TIGER | Kelly Schweida | Ms Cejay Graham (a) | 15 | 56kg | 75 | ||
| 8 | 2125×61853 | FLYING TRAPEZE | Gary Portelli | Tyler Schiller | 18 | 56kg | 74 | ||
| 9 | 120x7x3 | VEECEE | Ciaron Maher & David Eustace | Michael Dee | 10 | 56kg | 73 | ||
| 10 | 111 | SYDNEY BOWLER | John O’Shea | Jason Collett | 17 | 56kg | 72 | ||
| 11 | 121×404 | DEEP RESPECT | Kelly Schweida | James Orman | 21 | 56kg | 69.5 | ||
| 12 | 00×2221414 | THE KING | Peter & Paul Snowden | Mark Zahra | 13 | 56kg | 56.5kg | 73 | |
| 13 | 241223×121 | ABOUNDING | Robert Heathcote | Martin Harley | 9 | 54.5kg | 82 | ||
| 14 | 14x9838x22 | INFATUATION | Bjorn Baker | Ms Jamie Kah | 12 | 54kg | 75 | ||
| 15 | 4350×96231 | TRIFLING | Helen Page | Michael Rodd | 1 | 54kg | 55kg | 80 | |
| 16 | 1215510 | SUNSET DREAMING | Tony & Calvin McEvoy | Harry Coffey | 14 | 54kg | 71 | ||
| 17 | 69×2115 | ZOUPHORIA | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | Tim Clark | 6 | 54kg | 72 | ||
| 18 | 22x48x2x2 | PURE PARADISE | Lloyd Kennewell & Lucy Yeomans | Craig Williams | 20 | 54kg | |||
| 19e | 1x131x36 | SHOW ME MERCY | Stuart Kendrick | Ryan Maloney | 16 | 56kg | 72.5 | ||
| 20e | 3213×4 | KEENAN | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | 2 | 56kg | 70 | |||
| 21e | 22x5530x89 | GLASS OF ROSE | Jeff Dunn | Ms Rikki Jamieson | 3 | 54kg | 62 | ||
| 22e | 372×142 | KING OF DUBAI | Jason Coyle | 5 | 56kg | 66 | |||
| 23e | 12×4111 | HELLFIRE EXPRESS | Annabel Neasham | 19 | 56kg | 72 |
Table Credit: Racing Australia.
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