Nash Rawiller will step in for the suspended Tyler Schiller aboard Bjorn Baker’s promising mare Belclare in Saturday’s Group 1 Railway Stakes (1600m) at Ascot.
The Kiwi import, aiming for her first Australian Group 1 triumph, has impressed the stable since arriving in Perth.
“Tyler has done a great job on her. Unfortunately, he was suspended; otherwise, he probably would have been over there, but Nash is a pretty handy replacement,” said Baker’s racing manager, Luke Hilton.
“He is very experienced, and he’s got a bit of an intimidation factor about him. He can be pretty smart when it comes to those outside draws.
“He knows what to do and can be a bit unique with his approach sometimes, so we’ll give him the reins.”
The seven-year-old mare has travelled west without issue and continues to progress ahead of the weekend.
Having already notched two Group 1 victories in New Zealand over 1600 metres, Belclare is well-credentialed to add an Australian title to her record.
“The timing was perfect for her after having those couple of 1400-metre runs here,” Hilton explained.
“She had a gallop on Tuesday, and she ran the hands off the clock. She has just continued to improve and improve.
We’re really happy with her—she hasn’t missed a beat since she got to Perth.”
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