Breeders Stakes – 2023

Track: Good   Weather: Fine

There are 8 runners for the Breeders’ Stakes. There are 4 fillies, 2 geldings and 2 colts. Three of the runners had their last start in a 2YO Colts & Geldings Handicap over 1100m at Morphettville on 15 April, while the rest all came via different races. Six runners are maidens and one has never raced before. Trainer Chris Bieg has 3 runners.

The early favourite is Heuristic who was a 0.8 length winner over 1100m last start. Second favourite is Treasurway who has ran 3rd at all 5 of her starts, including a Group 3 race and a Listed race. Third favourite is Harley’n’rose who was runner-up behind Heuristic last start. Causation bucked at the start before finishing 1.4 lengths 4th over 1200m at Pakenham at her only start. The rest of the runners are currently over $12.

1. Heuristic (4)

Beautifully bred colt from the Godolphin Stable who won last start to break his maiden after a very close 2nd at the start before. Key chance.

2. Harley’n’rose (5)

Took late ground off the winner when runner-up last outing. Must be considered.

3. Air Assault (3)

Finished midfield last start at Morphettville. In the mix.

4. Moredream (8)

One of 3 runners for trainer Chris Bieg (the others are Stupendous and Diamonds Choice). Has only raced twice and battled away for 3rd after beginning awkwardly last start. Respect.

5. Treasurway (1)

Has placed in all 5 of her races including the Group 3 Thoroughbred Breeders over 1200m at Flemington. Perfectly drawn and should feature in the finish.

6. Causation (6)

Did a bit wrong at her only start. Expect improvement.

7. Stupendous (7)

First starter. Watch the market.

8. Diamonds Choice (2)

Won a recent Murray Bridge trial. Prefer others.

The following are the top 4 selections for this years race.

The track was rated as Soft 5.

Scratchings: 7. Stupendous, 8. Diamonds Choice.