A selection of thoroughbreds caught the eye during Friday morning's training session on the
Golden Eye, partnered with Mosin, produced a notable effort over 1400m, clocking 1:35, with the final 1200m covered in 1:20 and the closing 600m in 39 seconds. The horse responded well to the work, showing a strong turn of foot. Similarly, Zeeshan-ridden Rampage impressed over 1000m, finishing in 1:05, with the final 800m in 51 seconds and the last 600m in 38 seconds.
Strong performances across the track
The morning session featured several other eye-catching gallops. Staria, under N.B. Kuldeep, showed superior pace in an 800m workout, finishing four lengths clear of Touch Of Mystic with a time of 50 seconds for the distance, including a 37-second final 600m. Dreams Come True also displayed attractive movement over 800m, stopping the clock at 49 seconds with a 37-second split for the final 600m.
Other notable work included Menorca, who finished four lengths ahead of Commanchero after an 800m gallop in 50 seconds. In the 1000m category, Credence moved nicely to record 1:06, while Giacomo finished five lengths ahead of Algonquin after both clocked 1:05 for the distance. Bezallel and Ashwa Kanchenjunga maintained a steady rhythm, moving neck and neck throughout their 800m exercise in 52 seconds.
Gate practice and steady efforts
The session also included gate practice on the inner sand track. Tyrannus and Sabi Sands moved level and freely over 1000m, recording a time of 1:08. Flip That Switch was also put through its paces over the same distance, finishing in 1:08 after being urged by the rider. Additionally, a two-year-old pair consisting of Portamento/Rozene and Star Dream completed their 1000m gate work in 1:11, moving together comfortably.
Several other horses completed lighter work to maintain their fitness levels. Market King and Noraiah both clocked 41 seconds for 600m, while Liam and Beyond Stars also finished their 800m efforts in 55 and 56 seconds respectively. Vortex completed the 800m distance in 57 seconds, rounding out a productive morning of training for the stables.
