Khaadem
Similar to Monday (8 December), the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint (G1, 1000m) third came out first and alone to exercise, this time for a light canter on the all-weather track.
Nicola Dowell, work rider for Charlie Hills, said: “He feels great – and fresh! I’m trying to get him used to going right-handed. He’s so used to going left-handed. We just did a steady canter today (Tuesday, 9 December) and it’s just a case of trying to freshen him up now because he had a long journey over. He’s nine now so hopefully he knows what he’s doing.”
Win Carnelian
Win Carnelian had a piece of canter work on the all-weather track with jockey Kosei Miura on board, clocking 32.2s for 400m.
Miura said: “He’s used to travelling abroad, and he’s already settling into the new surroundings here, so he’s calm and feels good. We have the final gallop tomorrow, and there are no specific instructions from a trainer. I’ve been entrusted with everything. I’ll also draw the post position myself. We put plenty of work into him (before arriving), and he has maintained that good condition without any change. As for the turf, I’ve only walked on it so far, but the cushion feels just right to me.”