Switzerland is unlikely to line up in the Group 1 Golden Rose (1400m), leaving Emirate as Chris Waller’s sole contender in this weekend’s Group 1 at Rosehill.
Waller is instead considering a switch in plans, with Switzerland likely to target the Group 2 Roman Consul Stakes (1200m) at Rosehill on October 12.
Switzerland, the Group 2 Todman Stakes (200m) winner, disappointed in his first-up run, finishing last in the Group 2 Run To The Rose (1200m).
It was later revealed he had suffered a leg cut that required stitches. Although the wound has mostly healed, Waller is cautious about rushing him back into top-level competition.
“It’s unlikely,” Waller said of Switzerland’s Golden Rose chances.
“He got a pretty decent cut last start, so it’s likely he will go to the Roman Consul and then to the Coolmore (Stud Stakes) after that.
“It needed a couple of staples, but it’s healed now. The staples come out Monday, and he’ll be galloping on Monday, but I’d rather give him a bit more confidence before taking on the big guns.
“I think the Roman Consul fits well.”
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