Marie Secures Place in Mares’ Hurdle after Victory in Doncaster Grade 2
Marie’s Rock was the surprise winner in the festival race in 2022 with 18-1 odds. After her recent victory, her odds of repeating the victory were cut to 7-1 by Paddy Power. The nine-year-old’s win brought her career earnings to nearly £330,000, and her racing manager, Tom Palin, praised her fighting spirit and enthusiasm. Despite not being a three-miler, Marie’s Rock managed to win the 3m race with a determined performance. It was mentioned that she would go for the Mares’ Hurdle in the upcoming races.
Ashroe Diamond, stablemate of Lossiemouth, also performed well, throwing her name into the Mares’ Hurdle contention with a victory at Doncaster. Many horses are staking their claim for the Mares’ Hurdle, indicating tough competition. Jamie Snowden showed optimism for the upcoming races despite You Wear It Well’s defeat, emphasizing that the ground conditions played a significant role in the outcome of the race.