Unlimited Kicks Off Caulfield Spring Opener with Thrilling Win
The Caulfield Racecourse buzzed with excitement as racing fans gathered on August 30th, 2025, for a day of top-class horse racing. Smiles, cheers, and applause filled the grandstands as Unlimited powered past the finish line in the opening race, a thrilling handicap contest. Jockey D.M. Lane guided the horse with precision, while trainer C.J. Waller celebrated a heartfelt victory. The crowd erupted in delight, setting the tone for a truly memorable racing day. The Stow Storage Spring Opener featured ten races, kicking off at 12:05 pm, with the day’s highlight being the Gr.1 Stow Storage Memsie Stakes at 4:45 pm.
In the first race, a handicap, Unlimited claimed a commanding victory under D.M. Lane for trainer C.J. Waller. Close behind, Jareth, ridden by M.J. Dee for trainer C. Maher, finished second, while Gilded Water (J: M. Zahra, T: C. Maher) took third. The second race, a handicap for three-year-olds and upwards fillies and mares, saw On Display surge ahead under B.J. Melham for trainers Mick Price & Michael Kent (Jnr). Shadhavar finished strongly in second, and Subliminal completed the podium in third.
The third contest, another competitive handicap, was won by Keep Your Cool, expertly guided by L.J. Bates for trainer C. Maher. Sassy Boom placed second, with Athanatos securing third. Revelare emerged victorious in the fourth race, a thrilling handicap, storming home under D. Bates for trainer R.L. Hickmott. Smokin’ Romans (NZ) came in second, and Mormona (FR) finished third.
In the fifth race, the Tile Importer Heatherlie Stakes over 1700 meters, Too Darn Discreet triumphed under D. Bates for trainer D. O’Sullivan. El Rocko pressed on to claim second, while Statuario finished third. The sixth race, the McNeil Stakes (G3) for three-year-olds over 1200 meters, was won by Tycoon Star with M.J. Dee aboard for trainers Ben, Will & JD Hayes. Mcgaw came second, and Jimmy Recard completed the top three.
The seventh race, the Henley Homes Heath 1100 (G3), saw Tropicus take first under M. Zahra for trainers Anthony & Sam Freedman. Arkansaw Kid chased hard for second, with See You In Heaven finishing third. In the Evergreen Turf Cockram Stakes (G3), a race for four-year-old mares over 1200 meters, Magic Time emerged victorious under M.J. Dee for trainer G.M. Begg. Miss Roumbini placed second, while Abounding finished third.
The penultimate race of the day, the Stow Storage Memsie Stakes (G1) over 1400 meters, was won by Treasurethe Moment, expertly ridden by D.M. Lane for trainer M. Laurie. Mr Brightside (NZ) finished second, with Buckaroo (GB) taking third. The final race, a 1400-meter handicap, concluded the day with Sepals crossing the finish line first under E.P. Brown for trainer C.I. Brown. Home Rule finished second, and Cote Atlantique (IRE) claimed third.
From Unlimited’s early triumph to Treasurethe Moment’s Gr.1 victory, the Caulfield spring opener showcased exceptional horse racing talent. Trainers, jockeys, and owners shared proud moments, while fans soaked in the excitement of Caulfield’s world-class racing. The Stow Storage Memsie Stakes highlighted the calibre of horses on show, leaving attendees eager for the next racing fixture.
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