As the Brisbane Winter Racing Carnival kicks off, the Group 1 $1.5 million Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 is set to showcase top sprinters at Doomben this Saturday. Leading the field is Overpass, trained by Bjorn Baker, aiming to reclaim victory after his success at The Quokka in Perth. Despite a recent fifth-place finish, Overpass is the favorite at $4, with jockey Joshua Parr set to ride from barrier 10.
Having displayed his class with a second-place finish at the Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes, Overpass returns to Brisbane, where he was runner-up in the 2023 Doomben 10,000. The history of favorites winning this race bodes well for Overpass, with Giga Kick’s victory in 2023 as a testament.
Challenging Overpass is Sunshine In Paris, trained by Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibaold, despite a wide barrier draw. Priced at $4.50, the Invader mare, ridden by James McDonald, is fresh off a third-place finish at the All Aged Stakes and is expected to perform well at the 1200m sprint distance.
Another contender in peak form is Schwarz from the John O’Shea & Tom Charlton stable, priced at $5. Following recent victories, including the Group 1 William Reid Stakes, Schwarz is versatile on various track conditions, making him a strong competitor.
Meanwhile, Benedetta, trained by Jason Warren, aims to recapture her winning form after a credible fifth-place finish at the All Aged Stakes. With a preferred 1200m distance, Benedetta is a strong contender in the field.
Longer-priced contenders like Libertad, the surprise winner of the Group 2 Victory Stakes, and Mazu, trained by Joe Pride, who recently won the Group 3 Hall Mark Stakes, add an element of unpredictability to the race.
The Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 promises to be a thrilling event with a capacity field and intriguing form lines, setting the stage for an exciting Saturday of elite-level racing action. Stay tuned for the latest updates and results as the top sprinters vie for victory at Doomben.