In Saturday’s Black Caviar Lightning Stakes at Flemington, a compact yet formidable field is set to vie for glory, spearheaded by Kiwi sensation Imperatriz.
The tangerine rocket, aiming for her fourth consecutive Group 1 triumph, will be piloted by Kiwi Champion Opie Bosson, seeking her ninth elite-level victory.
Joining the fray are high-caliber three-year-olds Cylinder and I Am Unstoppable, led by Damian Lane and Jamie Kah respectively.
Notable contenders include Joe Pride’s Private Eye, ridden by Blake Shinn, and last year’s third-place finisher Bella Nipotina with Craig Williams aboard.
Chris Waller’s Espiona is poised for a comeback, adding intrigue to the 1000m dash.
While the field may be small, anticipation for this racing spectacle is immense, promising a thrilling showdown at the renowned event.
| Horse | Trainer | Jockey |
|---|---|---|
| PRIVATE EYE | J Pride | B Shinn |
| BELLA NIPOTINA | C Maher | C Williams |
| IMPERATRIZ | M Walker | O Bosson |
| ESPIONA | C Waller | |
| I AM UNSTOPPABLE | L Kennewell & L Yeomans | J Kah |
| CYLINDER | J Cummings | D Lane |