Seventh Symphony – Goosen and Strydom are a powerful combination
“My charge is very well and rates as the one they all have to beat. She reverts to the turf, a surface she is far more effective on – so ignore her sand form.” Those are the bullish sentiments of the seasoned conditioner Louis Goosen, who saddles the promising Seventh Symphony in the topliner at the Vaal on Tuesday.
Known as one of the most astute judges in the game, the straightalking Goosen is never one to couch his comments with disclaimers – and he appears to be expecting a very big run from his smart speed filly.
The 4yo daughter of Seventh Rock also boasts a jockey strike, courtesy of the return of the multiple champion rider Piere Strydom, who enjoyed the privilege of being aboard at both of her victories.
The competitive field of ten has been reduced to six for the MR 92 Handicap for fillies and mares over the Vaal straight 1000m
Former Cape-based Lady Al has been threatening to register her second victory, with some good places in her recent Gauteng starts.
She rises in class but has only 51kgs to carry and should be right there, if not too far out of her ground early on.
Dominic Zaki saddles the talented Crown Of Roses, the only mare in the race, and a winner over the course and distance.
The daughter of Tiger Ridge beat Captain’s Diva there and now meets the year younger Maroun filly on a kilo better terms.
Sean Tarry
Sean Tarry’s lightly raced 4yo Al Dee Kay actually beat Seventh Symphony over Tuesday’s course and distance on her debut, but returns from a 31 week break and may need the outing.
Stan Ferreira-trained Regal Rose has had three runs back since a year long break and should be reaching her preferred fitness levels.
She is very quick and could have a place chance off the 52kg mark – even though she takes a quantum leap in class.
Fillies and mares handicaps can be tricky – but let’s go with the Goosen confidence and suggest that Seventh Symphony could be the filly to beat.
