An explosive line-up of speedsters has been nominated for the Group 2 McEwen Stakes (1200m) at Moonee Valley, promising a high-tempo contest on Cox Plate weekend.
Ciaron Maher dominates the entries with Buenos Noches, Corniche and Extratwo all in the mix, while Mick Price and Michael Kent Jnr present a strong duo in Charm Stone — to be ridden by Blake Shinn — and Reserve Bank with James McDonald aboard.
Cindy Alderson’s proven flyer Jigsaw returns to the Valley, joined by South Australian sprinter Klabel from the Richard and Chantelle Jolly yard.
Grahame Begg’s talented mare Niance will be partnered by Jordan Childs, while Regal Zeus and Tiger Shark add further depth to a competitive field.
With several runners boasting elite 1200-metre form, the McEwen Stakes is shaping as one of the most anticipated sprint showdowns of the spring.
Likely Field for the McEwen Stakes
| No. | Horse | Trainer | Jockey |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buenos Noches | Ciaron Maher | |
| 2 | Charm Stone | Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | Blake Shinn |
| 3 | Corniche | Ciaron Maher | |
| 4 | Extratwo | Ciaron Maher | |
| 5 | Jigsaw | Cindy Alderson | |
| 6 | Klabel | Richard & Chantelle Jolly | |
| 7 | Niance | Grahame Begg | Jordan Childs |
| 8 | Regal Zeus | John McArdle | |
| 9 | Reserve Bank | Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr | James McDonald |
| 10 | Tiger Shark | Clayton Douglas |
