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The unbeaten Gimme A Nother (JC Photos)

Mike de Kock has announced on his website that, following discussions with Jessica and Steven Jell, owners of the unbeaten Gimme A Nother, the filly will be aimed at the Grade 1 Empress Club Stakes on 6 April 2024, Derby Day at Turffontein.

Last Saturday’s SA Fillies Classic runner-up, Silver Sanctuary, will be prepared for the Grade 2 SA Oaks, while Champagne Cocktail will be rested on the farm and won’t be taking part on Derby day.

The decision about Gimme A Nother makes sense considering it is a Gr 1 race over a distance they know she is good at versus a Gr 2 over an unknown trip that will also potentially take a lot out of her.

In fact, none of the Triple Tiara winners to date have had long careers.

Gimme A Nother’s task in the Empress Club has been made a lot easier by the departure of Princess Calla for the USA.