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

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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