The countdown to the world’s richest harness race, the $2.1 million TAB Eureka, is in full swing with only four of the 10 slots confirmed. The battle for the remaining six slots is heating up as young talent and their owners vie for a chance to compete at Menangle on September 6. Last year’s runner-up Bay Of Biscay leads the locked-in slots along with Hesitate, Fighter Command, and Call To Order.
Trainer Emma Stewart, who claimed victory in the 2023 TAB Eureka, looks poised to have a record three runners this year. With slots to fill, stable clients Danny and Jo Zavitsanos and Summit Bloodstock/Aaron Bain Racing are considering contenders like War Dan Buddy, Fox Dan, and Go Miki. Queensland owners Kevin and Kay Seymour are eyeing Fate Awaits and Path To Glory for their slot after finishing second in the previous editions.
The race sponsor TAB, Cordina Racing, and Wayne Loader’s Western Jewel are tasked with filling the three remaining slots. Promising contenders like Royal Cruiser, Our Goat, Seathestars, Our Luciano, Glitter Aint Gold, and Attachment are in the running. The race is expected to feature a record number of three-year-olds, with strong contenders vying for a chance to compete in the prestigious event.
Geoff Webster, Seathestars’ trainer, has received interest from potential slot owners following the pacer’s impressive performance in the Queensland Derby. Every race leading up to the TAB Eureka holds significance, with contenders like Glitter Aint Gold showcasing their form. The competition is fierce, with several three-year-olds in contention for the remaining slots.
Notably, last year’s race saw Bay Of Biscay emerge as a standout three-year-old contender, finishing second. This year, the field is shaping up to include a strong contingent of three-year-olds, adding to the excitement and anticipation surrounding the event. With the race just around the corner, harness racing enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the final lineup for the TAB Eureka.
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