Greg Eurell unveiled an impressive debutant at Pakenham on Friday when Cyber Link proved too strong in the opening heat of the Ladbrokes Future Stars Series.
Ridden by Beau Mertens, the son of Bivouac out of the multiple city-winning All Too Hard mare Sasso Corbaro started a $3.30 favourite following strong trial and jump-out performances.
Cyber Link was left in front a long way from home but justified the market support, holding on gamely to score over 1200 metres at his first race appearance.
Michael Mehegan’s debutant The Benchmark ($23) finished strongly late, however Cyber Link found again in the closing stages to secure a convincing win.
“It was a great effort. It’s been a big build-up for him, and we’ve certainly taken our time, and the reward was there,” Eurell said.
“He always shown a bit of ability but had some typical immaturity and some problems on the way through. Nothing of any seriousness, but it was just a time thing.
“He’s a lovely horse to work with, and for a colt, he’s very sensible. I think he’ll get a lot out of tonight.”
