The Clayton Douglas-trained Giga Kick enhanced his reputation as the best sprinter in Australia as he added a second group 1 to his record in the May 13 Doomben 10,000 (G1) at Doomben Racecourse.
GIGA KICK WINS THE G1 DOOMBEN 10,000!
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Last seen winning the All Aged Stakes (G1) at Randwick a month ago, Giga Kick looked comfortable throughout the contest, and when Craig Williams pushed the button the gelding responded in fine style, beating last start The Quokka winner Overpass by half a length. Mazu finished a further three-quarters of a length away in third.
"I was very happy with him. Great ride, it made my job a little bit easier to watch, I can tell you that," said the trainer.
"He obviously had a little bit left in the tank and it was good to see him do what he did, he's a phenomenal horse, isn't he?
"It's just great for Queensland racing as well, they've been so accommodating, the clubs have been great. We were able to have a nice gallop here on Tuesday morning. I've got family here and they've been really accommodating with the tickets and all that. It's a great place and the weather's great, so I'm happy."
Douglas said the Johnathan Munz-owned gelding would now head to the paddock for a well-deserved break, before being prepared for a defense of his crown in The Everest in the spring in Australia, with Giga Kick again representing James Harron Bloodstock in the $15 million Randwick sprint.
"He'll go to the paddock tomorrow and have a break. Then we'll set our sights on The Everest. I'm excited for what the future holds for a 3-year-old like him. I can't wait to show him off again," the trainer said.
