NEWSLETTER

Freedman’s promising three-year-old colt was an impressive winner at Geelong on Sunday January 29, off the back of a dazzling performance at Sandown on January 11 when breaking his maiden under Jarrod Fry.

Stringing together his second victory in a row, the son of Churchill looks primed and ready for an Autumn assault. He’s returned a stronger, more furnished product after two unlucky runs in his two-year old season, as a three-year-old Attrition burned clear of his rivals with dominance.

Taking on the older horses and stepping out of maiden grade, Attrition was sent around a red-hot $1.45 favourite and was a painless watch, winning eased down by 4lengths. Freedman was thrilled by the scintillating performance of his 3yo colt, “He had to come here and take on the battle harden horses” but his class prevailed. “He is just such an athlete, we have some Autumn targets for him and we are excited to see where he can get to in the next couple of runs.”

Post-race Jarrod Fry felt Attrition didn’t love the soft track and will improve back on top of the ground, yet “the cream always rises to the top.” Freedman has some Autumn targets for the colt, which will likely see him step out in stakes grade for his next race.

Attrition is arguably the most promising Southern hemisphere bred son of Coolmore’s Champion miler, Churchill. From the first time Freedman saw him he noted “He’s got a lot of Galileo about him.” Churchill is already the sire of multiple stakes winners in the Northern-hemisphere including two Group 1 winners.

Attrition’s victories has turned heads within the Racing Community in what could be the uncovering of a very promising horse to follow into the Autumn. Post-race, Freedman expressed his gratitude for the faithful owners in Attrition, who races in the colours of Colin McKenna’s Halo Racing and includes some of Freedman’s greatest supporters, McGrath Racing, Mr Paul Gorey and the Norton Family.

Freedman is looking forward to the next period of his stable, as many more of his recent purchases hit the track. “We have some exciting unraced stock that will be stepping out in the next month or two and I am confident we have some nice horses to follow.” With the yearling sales in full swing, Freedman is working diligently to find his next star. Freedman has had great success in the sales ring, including purchasing the likes of Spirit Of Gaylard (stakes winner), Vagrant (stakes placed) & Attrition, Bravo Tango, Kaliuwaa Falls, Legion of Merit to name a small selection.

“An athletic Oaks type of filly, exactly what you look for out of New Zealand.” – Mitch Freedman
Lot 461 from Cambridge Stud
A gorgeous daughter of Group 1 winning sire Alamanzor, out of a Stravinsky mare.

New Zealand Leading 2yo Sire Almanzor is the sire five stakes winners, including 2022 VRC Derby winner MANZOICE and 2022 Karaka Millions two-year-old champion DYNASTIC.

This filly has serious pedigree which is developing right before your eyes. Out of Red Melody who is a three-quarter-sister to HIPS DON’T LIE, a multiple stakes winner herself.

HIPS DON’T LIE is the dam of three stakes winners. ACROBAT, the fastest two-year-old winner over 1000 metres and now standing at Coolmore Stud. LAKE GENEVA, who’s progeny have sold for up to $600,000. Finally ENNIS HILL, the dam of last weekends sensational Group 3 winning
two-year-old LEARNING TO FLY who is now equal favourite for the 2023 Golden Slipper.

This filly is from the family of Listed winner STAR PATROL, second favourite for the Oakleigh Plate.
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Four-year-old mare Just A Theory by Into Mischief has started to show some maturity in her racing, which is bringing her successful results. She has been a consistent mare placing in seven of her ten career starts, it was a great thrill to see her salute in the Hirst family colours at Hamilton.

With a small field and a difficult barrier to contend with, in-form jockey Jarrod Fry quickly assessed his options and opted to take up the running. Just A Theory had an easy time of it in front and quickened down the hill, at which point Fry felt she would be awfully hard to beat. The pair have a good association, with Fry riding both of her career victories.

Freedman was pleased to progress through Benchmark 58 grade and feels his mare may be one to follow through the grades. Freedman explains, “It’s been pleasing to watch on as she has been learning her craft, she has raced super consistent and looks like a crack a metropolitan class is within her grasp”.

The stable is up and firing to start 2023, with three winners from the previous ten starters. “We have been working hard at home, a lot of horses at the jump outs and un-raced horses ready to go to the races, so we are really looking forward to the Autumn ahead.” There is no better time to get involved with our in-form team, keep an eye out on our website and social media for yearlings that are available this sales season.

From only nine career starts the daughter of Rich Enuff added a well-deserved third career victory when winning at Flemington on January 14. She has been in fantastic form since kicking off her campaign on Ballarat Cup Day, but unfortunately has had to contend with some wide barrier draws and difficult luck in running.

Fortunately, Belle Et Riche is very versatile and can be ridden to suit each scenario, each time giving her all, making her owners and the stable proud. Finally on Saturday, the ‘barrier gods’ were on our side, and from gate 3 she settled one out one back with Jordan Childs riding with timing to perfection.

Childs said post-race the intention was “to be positive out of the gates, have an uninterrupted run from the one-one position and the horse was able to do the rest,” glowing in praise for Freedman and his promising mare.

Belle Et Riche steps out in the Group 3 Geoffrey Bellmaine Stakes this weekend at Sandown and has some promising black type opportunities throughout the Autumn.

A quick insight on where our horses spell and the facilities offered, under the fantastic care of Bellarine Peninsula Thoroughbred Agistment Park.

It’s no secret that stable foreman Lisa Matthews loves horses, her passion and dedication for her job is infectious. Lisa takes great pride in her work, ensuring each horse wellbeing comes first at all times.

A foreman wears many hats, the role is fast paced and there are no two days the same. You have to think on your feet, and adapt quickly to any situation. It will give you piece of mind knowing the horses have Lisa’s watchful eye on them, with Lisa around there is no stone left unturned.

Lisa you are doing a fantastic job with the team, we really appreciate all the time and effort you put in. You go above and beyond and it doesn’t go unnoticed, thank you for your hard work. 

Cara von Brandenstein Pick of the Month is the striking son of Dissident, Itsbruce (race name) who goes by stable name “Bruce”. 

Brandenstein recently came on board at MFRacing, she offered, “he’s a bit of a spunk. He’s very handsome in black, I just want to take him home. My son’s favourite super hero is Batman, and well he’s played by Bruce Wayne so it seems fitting”. 

“I have an older riding horse at home who is nearing retirement, Bruce is so gentle in the box and great to cuddle. I’ve put my name down to take him after racing, if that’s an option. I would offer him a life long home”. 

Cara comes from a back ground of polo horses, her passion for our four-legged friends is evident. Cara is a breath of fresh air, who lightens up those dull mornings. No job is too big for Cara, she’s always happy to pitch in and is a real team player. Thanks for your time Cara!