Kris Lees had a hunch that waiting for this Saturday’s Listed Ipswich Cup (2150m) would be the right move for Luncies.
His decision was confirmed after considering the Group 2 Q22 (2200m).
Forgoing a shot at the $1.2 million event keeps Luncies fresh for the $250,000 at Ipswich.
Luncies has placed fifth in his two starts this campaign, most recently in the Group 3 Lord Mayor’s Cup (1800m).
Lees is confident the horse is ready to peak in his next two starts.
“He seems in good order. We considered today, but I thought dropping him back a peg might be beneficial,” Lees said from Eagle Farm on Saturday.
“I think he’d have run well today, but next week is probably the softer of the two.
“He’ll probably go from there to Caloundra. This looks a nice progression for him.”
The $300,000 Caloundra Cup (Listed, 2400m) will be run at the Sunshine Coast on July 6.
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