"James McDonald expresses relief as Via Sistina secures a tenth Group 1 victory, thanks to the efforts of her persistent stablemate"
Via Sistina Wins the Winx Stakes at Randwick
In a thrilling race at Randwick Racecourse, the seven-year-old mare Via Sistina secured her tenth Group 1 victory, winning the Winx Stakes. Trained by Chris Waller, Via Sistina showcased her prowess in the 1400-metre race, holding off a spirited challenge from her stablemate, Aeliana.
Jockey James McDonald found the Winx Stakes to be a pleasant race to ride, with Via Sistina responding well to his commands. With a furlong to go, McDonald sent Via Sistina to the lead, and she held on to win by a nose.
The second-place finisher was ridden by Jason Collett, with Shes Perfect, a star filly, unfortunately ruled out for the season. Despite the close finish, James McDonald praised the performance of the second-place finisher, acknowledging the "hell of a fright" Aeliana's challenge presented.
McDonald expressed confidence that, had the race gone further, Via Sistina would have won by a larger margin. He also noted that the young mare continues to improve as her prep progresses, boding well for her future races.
Following her Winx Stakes victory, Via Sistina is being targeted towards another Cox Plate this spring. Meanwhile, Chris Waller's stable continues to thrive, with new talent joining from across the globe. Notably, a jockey is quitting Britain for a job with Waller due to financial reasons.
Elsewhere, trainer Charlie Fellowes is eyeing an A$10 million jackpot with Saratoga winner Luther. The horse is being considered for the Cox Plate, adding another exciting contender to the upcoming race.
A video of Via Sistina's Winx Stakes victory is available to watch, providing a thrilling glimpse into the excitement of the race. As the season progresses, racing fans can look forward to more performances from this talented mare and the other contenders vying for Group 1 victories.
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