Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott have some intriguing horses set to trial at Rosehill on Tuesday, including Group 1 Surround Stakes (1400m) winner Tropical Squall and promising stayer Eliyass.
Tropical Squall, who hasn’t raced since placing sixth behind Zougotcha in the Group 1 Queen Of The Turf Stakes (1600m) back in April, is slated to kick off her campaign in the first major event of the Sydney season on August 24.
“At this stage, the aim is to try to get her through to the Winx (Stakes) first-up,” Bott said.
Import Eliyass made a stunning impression by dominating his rivals to win the Listed Lord Mayor’s Cup (2000m) at his Australian debut, and Bott is eager to see his progression.
The five-year-old is expected to return in the Group 3 Premier’s Cup (2000m) on the Winx Stakes undercard, with long-term plans aiming towards the Group 1 Metropolitan (2400m).
“He will need a couple of trials. His aim will be to come back in the Premier’s Cup at the end of August,” Bott explained.
“He’s one of those untapped horses that has got a great racing record and is heading towards some nice handicaps. They profile really well here.”
Tropical Squall is currently rated a +2500 winning chance for the Group 1 Winx Stakes (1400m) with horse racing bookmakers.
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