Flemington trainers Mark and Levi Kavanagh are embarking on a strategic journey towards the Melbourne Cup with their stayer, First Immortal.
Hindered by a head knock in his last outing at the Geelong Cup, First Immortal missed out on a potential Cup start last season.
However, the Kavanaghs have their sights firmly set on November’s iconic race, with plans already underway for the four-year-old gelding.
Following a conservative approach post-injury, First Immortal showed promising signs in a recent jumpout at Flemington, signaling his return to racing.
Levi Kavanagh expressed satisfaction with the gelding’s progress, highlighting his resilience and fitness development.
The Kavanaghs aim to target the $500,000 Andrew Ramsden at Flemington in May as a crucial stepping stone towards securing a Melbourne Cup berth.
With First Immortal is currently at $26 odds with betting apps in all-in Melbourne Cup odds, the Kavanaghs’ determination and strategic planning will be worth keeping an eye on in the months ahead.