THEBUDGIESMUGLA TOO TOUGH IN THE CHANDON HANDICAP!

Darby Racing 8.11.205

It was a brave and brilliant performance at Rosehill today from the lightly raced 5YO gelding Thebudgiesmugla, who toughed it out in fine style to claim victory in the Chandon Handicap (2400m).

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Ridden to absolute perfection by the in-form Dylan Gibbons, Thebudgiesmugla enjoyed the run of the race, settling beautifully in the one-out, one-back position. As the pressure went on approaching the 800m, Gibbons was forced to make his move earlier than planned, but the big-striding gelding rose to the occasion. Digging deep over the final furlong, he showed true grit to fend off all challengers and score by a determined neck on the line.

Another astute Darby Racing purchase, Thebudgiesmugla was secured for just $100,000 through Dave Mee Bloodstock and has quickly proven himself a shrewd buy.

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Trained to the minute by Bjorn Baker, this emerging stayer has now had just three starts in Australia for two wins and a second, signalling that Cups races may well be in his sights as he continues his climb through the grades.

A huge congratulations to all the winning owners — Thebudgiesmugla looks to have a bright staying future ahead!