Chronicle King was well out of the gates in a Progress Plate over 1700m at Turffontein on Saturday and jockey Muzi Yeni decided to keep him at the head of affairs, despite top weight. They dictated the clip, kept on strongly in the straight and held Gerbera and Dance King well at bay.
This was a smart and encouraging performance from the Grade 2 winner since he was considered short of his best after a short rest.
Candice Dawson, who trains Chronicle King alongside her sister, Tammy, said that Chronicle King was likely to be a classic contender in KZN this season.
“We’ve been discussing his programme with his owner, John Finlayson. He’s a leggy, lanky horse and I think the break has done him the world of good. He’s learnt how to do the job properly. It was nice to see him win this way again. Thanks to John for his patience.”
Yeni had to commit, which was a brave move under 61g, but he said: “I knew I had a good horse under me, so I had to ride him with confidence.”
Chronicle King is a son of Vercingetorix and Written (Western Winter), bred by Narrow Creek Stud near Tulbagh, Western Cape.
