After many delays and setbacks Military Dan had his first start at Strathalbyn on October 1st.

Dan had been earmarked to commence racing at Port Lincoln but drew badly for the meeting which was subsequently abandoned. Earlier his preparation had been interrupted by a staking injury to the coronet.

Dan ridden by Justin Potter jumped well and after initially being amongst the leaders eased back into about fifth trailing the favourite Holy Shemoley. When the favourite commenced a run on the corner Dan followed him and soon burst to the lead and then he held off a late challenge from stablemate Our Danichi

For a link to the race video click here

  Photo courtesy Atkins Photography

Wednesday (September 7th) at Strathalbyn  produced a good result for Sanguine and for one of our privately owned horses.

Ravenhurst our Blevic grey returned from a spell to run a solid third. He showed plenty of heart to run on well in the straight and we would imagine that he will improve with race fitness. Video follows:

http://www.theracessa.com.au/show_video.php?track=30720&date=2011-09-07&race=2

       Ravenhurst as a yearling.

Later in the day Cruziero, who is owned by Michelle and I as members of a  partnership, lead all the way for an impressive win. His last preparation was extremely disappointing with a number of inconsistent performances. We think we may have found some answers to him and hope that this preparation will continue to be more successful

Video follows:

http://www.theracessa.com.au/show_video.php?track=30720&date=2011-09-07&race=5