Racehorses competing into their double-digit years are common in jumping ranks, but those in the mould of weekend winner Butterfield are by far the exception.
“Matt’s riding really well. We’ve formed a great relationship with him since he came across from Australia. He gave this filly a peach of a ride today, tracking behind the speed and getting her out at the right time.”
Hawke’s Bay trainer Vicki Wilson is looking forward to showcasing her stallion Mongolian Falcon at Hastings on Thursday when his son Falcons Diamond makes his debut in the PGG Wrightson Livestock 2YO Maiden (800m).
Proven stallion Niagara, will return to Hawke’s Bay ahead of the 2023 breeding season to take up residence at Vicki Wilson’s Hau Ora Farm in Kahuranaki, south of Hastings.
