Co-trainer Adrian Bott remains optimistic about Sir Lucan, confident the gelding can recover from his disappointing performance in last weekend’s Listed Lord Mayor’s Cup (2000m) as he competes in Saturday’s Listed Winter Cup (2400m) at Rosehill.
Bott acknowledged that Sir Lucan’s recent run was not what the stable had expected, but he believes there were mitigating factors.
“He might not have enjoyed the really heavy conditions on Saturday, that may have just found him out,” said Bott, who trains in partnership with Gai Waterhouse.
“He did have to do a bit of work early from a wide draw, and he may be looking for the 2400 metres now, so I can find a few excuses for him.
“He looks well placed here, so I’d try to be forgiving of that last start, if anything.”
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