One year to the day from breaking his maiden, Mr Shorty raced by Roll The Dice Racing adds a second career victory at Echuca when stepping out in trip for the first time over 2100 metres.
Partnered by Will Price, Mr Shorty jumped away cleanly from a wide barrier and was allowed to stride forward to put himself on speed. The son of Puissance Du Lune settle into a nice rhythm throughout and responded quickly when asked for an effort.
“He got into a lovely spot outside the lead, he always travelled really sweetly underneath me. I kept him off the rail a bit, the track didn’t play very nicely down to the inside.” Explains Will.
“He cruised into it, he started to have a look when he hit the front. As a bit of pressure came, he pinned his ears back again and still won with a bit in hand.”
Finding the middle of the track up the home straight, Mr Shorty looked to wander slightly when out in front on his own. Will Price did a superb job at keeping the momentum going to hit the line with a bit in hand late to win clear of the field by one and half lengths.
Congratulations to Roll The Dice Racing and all involved!
Will Price returns to the mounting yard on Mr Shorty after winning the Think Water 0-58 Handicap at Echuca Racecourse on June 22
Mr Shorty ridden by Will Price wins the Think Water 0-58 Handicap at Echuca Racecourse on June 22
