The stage is set for a fascinating battle of the mares in the 2024 King Charles III Stakes at Randwick on Saturday. This $5 million Group 1 showdown promises to be a highlight of The Everest Day in Sydney with a class field of milers gathered.
Chris Waller, a master trainer with a long history of success in this race (formerly known as the George Main Stakes), will be looking for a record-breaking 10th victory. His champion mare Fangirl, last year’s winner, returns to defend her title. Ridden by James McDonald and drawn well in barrier four, she poses a serious threat. However, she faces a stiff challenge from the current race favourite.
Ciaron Maher‘s Pride Of Jenni has emerged as the narrow favourite heading the latest King Charles III Stakes betting markets at $11 through Ladbrokes.
Her impressive all-the-way victory in the Queen Elizabeth Stakes here in the autumn showcased her undeniable talent. She also dominated Mr Brightside and subsequent Toorak Handicap winner Antino in the Feehan Stakes over the Moonee Valley mile last time out, further solidifying her credentials.
Regular rider Declan Bates will be in the saddle again continuing associations, but her wider barrier draw (11) could present a tactical challenge.
While the battle between Fangirl and Pride Of Jenni is likely to be the main focus, other contenders in this outstanding King Charles III Stakes field shouldn’t be overlooked.
Joe Pride‘s in-form four-year-old Ceolwulf, fresh off his Epsom Handicap victory at the course and distance, is a strong contender in barrier two with Chad Schofield at the helm.
Randwick Guineas and Doncaster Mile champion Celestial Legend and Group 1 winner Amelia’s Jewel, now under the care of Annabel Neasham and Rob Archibald, are also horses to watch presenting value in the King Charles III Stakes odds this spring.
The 2024 King Charles III Stakes promises to be a thrilling showdown and has a scheduled start time of 5:35pm (AEDT).
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2024 King Charles III Stakes Field
No | Last 10 | Horse | Trainer | Jockey | Barrier | Weight | Probable Weight | Penalty | Hcp Rating |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 62572×3134 | PERICLES | James Cummings | Zac Lloyd (a) | 5 | 59kg | 110 | ||
2 | x64730x026 | MY OBERON (IRE) | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | Nash Rawiller | 8 | 59kg | 109 | ||
3 | 31x737x721 | LION’S ROAR (NZ) | John O’Shea & Tom Charlton | Mark Zahra | 6 | 59kg | 105 | ||
4 | 09x740x157 | MAJOR BEEL (NZ) | Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott | Adam Hyeronimus | 10 | 59kg | 101 | ||
5 | x43x209x65 | NEW ENERGY (IRE) | Ciaron Maher | Jason Collett | 7 | 59kg | 101 | ||
6 | 66228×6121 | CEOLWULF (NZ) | Joseph Pride | Chad Schofield | 2 | 58.5kg | 111 | ||
7 | 25x5111x86 | CELESTIAL LEGEND | Les Bridge | Blake Shinn | 1 | 58.5kg | 108 | ||
8 | x65464x152 | TOM KITTEN | James Cummings | Ms Jamie Kah | 12 | 58.5kg | 106 | ||
9 | 1x2121x521 | PRIDE OF JENNI | Ciaron Maher | Declan Bates | 11 | 57kg | 122 | ||
10 | 3174x12x31 | FANGIRL | Chris Waller | James McDonald | 4 | 57kg | 119 | ||
11 | 646x111x28 | ZOUGOTCHA | Chris Waller | 3 | 57kg | 116 | |||
12 | 190x220x22 | AMELIA’S JEWEL | Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald | Tommy Berry | 9 | 57kg | 112 |
Table Credit: Racing Australia.
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