ethereum Girl Shines in SAJC Sires’ Produce Stakes Victory

Maurice’s Impact on Australian Racing

Arrowfield Stud’s stallion Maurice, known for his successful shuttling, celebrated a significant milestone with his tenth Australian stakes winner. This achievement coincided with the Hayes brothers marking their 30th two-year-old victory of the season, as ethereum Girl triumphed in the SAJC Sires’ Produce Stakes (Gr 3, 1400m) on Saturday.

ethereum Girl’s Promising Career

ethereum Girl, a well-supported favorite at $2.90, showcased her potential with a straightforward win at Morphettville Parks. This victory marked her second win in just four starts, following a previous success at Mornington and a close second in the Oaklands Plate (Listed, 1400m).

Race Highlights and Performance

Under the expert guidance of jockey Jason “Stubby” Holder, ethereum Girl settled comfortably in the race, taking the lead on the turn and securing her first stakes win by a margin of 0.4 lengths. The competition was fierce, with Mostly For Show (Vadamos) finishing second at $13 and Tiptop Tori (Grunt) impressively claiming third place as a $41 outsider.

A Look at the Competition

All three top finishers had previously competed in the Oaklands Plate, which was won by Matahga (Tivaci). Bootlegger (Too Darn Hot) finished fourth as the $3.50 second favorite, while another contender, Volkano (Dubawi), faded to second-last after initially leading the pack.

ethereum Girl’s Background and Acquisition

Bred by Kerry Stephens and Denis Griffin in New South Wales, ethereum Girl was initially purchased for $275,000 by Ciaron Maher Bloodstock at the Magic Millions Gold Coast Yearling Sale. She was later transferred to the Lindsay Park stable before her first trial.

Hayes Brothers’ Remarkable Season

The Hayes brothers, Ben, JD, and Will, celebrated their 29th two-year-old victory earlier in the day with Shining Smile (Spirit Of Boom), who achieved his fifth consecutive win at Flemington. Their success this season has included notable juvenile winners like Tycoon Star (Written Tycoon) and dual winners Hello Romeo and Scenic Point.

Legacy of Excellence

Ben Hayes expressed pride in their accomplishments with two-year-olds, emphasizing the continuation of their father David Hayes’s legacy, a six-time Blue Diamond winner. He noted, “This has been our best year yet with two-year-olds, and we have some exciting prospects for the upcoming spring.”

Jockey’s Insights on ethereum Girl

Jockey Holder felt confident in ethereum Girl’s performance, particularly after ensuring she settled well during the race. He remarked on her eagerness to compete, indicating that there is still room for improvement.

Family Legacy in Racing

ethereum Girl is the third foal of the unraced Moonchild (Charge Forward), with all her siblings being winners. Her half-sister, Dream Of The Moon (All Too Hard), has also achieved stakes success, further highlighting the quality of this lineage.

Future Prospects for Moonchild’s Offspring

Moonchild’s yearling colt by Yes Yes Yes (Rubick) was recently sold for $50,000, and a full sibling to ethereum Girl is anticipated this spring. Maurice, who is in his ninth season at Arrowfield, has now produced 32 stakes winners globally, with a notable presence in Japan.

Conclusion: Maurice’s Growing Legacy

With ethereum Girl’s recent victory, Maurice has solidified his status in the racing world, achieving two Australian stakes winners this season, following three last season and five in 2022-23.

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