The Trial Files: Dean Watling's NSW Review
Dean Watling has identified blackbookers from Warwick Farm and Randwick-Kensington trials
| Date | Venue | Heat | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8 | Warwick Farm | H3 | Engine Room |
| Dec 9 | Kensington | H10 | Aperitas |
| Dec 9 | Kensington | H13 | Sir Les |
| Dec 9 | Kensington | H15 | Lady Of The Castle |
Engine Room - Bryce Heys (Zac Lloyd)
Warwick Farm H3 799m – Dec 8
The key to backing Bryce Heys off the trials is his horses having two trials leading into their first-up runs. The 4yo gelding has shown a lot of talent already in his 7 starts, form around Rotagilla and co. Two very smart recent trials and looks ready to find another level this prep.
Aperitas - Michael Freedman (Tommy Berry)
Kensington H10 850m – Dec 9
Good first trial before backing it up with a smart second trial where shown the whip, she is a petite filly but looks to have an engine. Ready to go to the races now.
Sir Les - Craig Carmody (Deon Le Roux)
Kensington H13 850m – Dec 9
Fast overall time and a very impressive first trial by this son of All Too Hard. He sat poised behind the speed before sneaking up the inside and letting down impressively late and through the line.
Looks very talented. Look for a second trial now.
Lady Of The Castle - O’Shea and Charlton (Andrew Adkins)
Kensington H15 850m – Dec 9
Fast overall time for this filly’s second trial this prep. She sat poised, ready to strike in her first trial without being asked for any effort. This time she was given a more identifying hit-out, responding well. Ready for the races.
