Fresh off his Rosehill Guineas triumph, Broadsiding is set to drop back in distance and take on a new challenge in Saturday’s Group 1 All Aged Stakes (1400m) at Randwick.
Trainer James Cummings remains confident in the Godolphin colt’s chances despite some punters questioning the 1400m trip and the short break between runs.
“He’s freshened up beautifully,” Cummings said to Racing.com. “We’ve been really pleased with how he’s come through the Rosehill Guineas. He’s bright, he’s sharp, and he’s giving us every indication that he’s ready to run a peak race.”
Broadsiding, a son of Too Darn Hot, has already proven his class at this distance. He boasts a Group 1 Golden Rose win over 1400m and has claimed two Group 2 victories this campaign, including the Hobartville Stakes.
“People might think 1400 is a touch short for him now, but he’s actually got a great record at the trip,” Cummings said. “He’s a high-quality colt who’s already done it against top company.”
Barrier three is another plus for the three-year-old, with champion jockey James McDonald set to pilot him once again.
“Drawing well gives James the option to have him right where he needs to be,” said Cummings. “He’s got that tactical versatility, and with the right run, I think he’ll be right in the finish.”
Currently rated a $6 chance with Sportsbet, Broadsiding will be chasing his fifth Group 1 win—and his first against older horses.
“He’s already dipped his toe into weight-for-age company as a two-year-old, running in the Cox Plate and the Champions Mile,” Cummings added. “That experience is going to stand him in good stead this weekend.”
The All Aged Stakes looms as a significant test, but Cummings believes his star colt is ready for the challenge.
