Clayton Douglas trained Giga Kick enhanced his reputation as the best sprinter in Australia when he added a second in group 1 to his record in the May 13 Doomben 10,000 (G1) competition in Doomben Racecourse.
GIGA KICK WIN G1 DOOMBEN 10,000!
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The last time it was seen winning the All Aged Stakes (G1) at Randwick a month ago, the Giga Kick looked relaxed during the competition and when Craig Williams pressed the button, the gelding reacted well, beating the man. win Quokka in the last leg overpass half the length. Ma To finished 3/4 more in third place.
“I’m very pleased with him. Great ride, it made my job a little easier, I can tell you that,” the coach said.
“He obviously has a few left in the tank and it’s good to see him doing what he did, he’s a phenomenal horse, isn’t he?
“It’s been great for the races in Queensland, they’re so friendly, the clubs are great too. We had an exciting gallop here on Tuesday morning. I have family here and they really very friendly with tickets and all that. It’s a great place and great weather, so I’m happy.”
Douglas said Johnathan Munz-owned gelding will now head to the paddock for a well-deserved break, before preparing to defend his crown in The Everest spring in Australia, with a one-off Giga Kick more representing James Harron Bloodstock for $15 million Randwick sprint.
“Tomorrow he’s going to the training ground and resting. After that, we’ll aim to get to Mount Everest. I’m so excited about what the future holds for a 3-year-old like him. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for him. wanted to show him again,” the coach said.
