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2023 JUNE (Late) Online Sale

Lot: 154  Better Judgement (AUS)

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Buyer: Lance Hensley - $6,000

Particulars

Name:Better Judgement (AUS)
Category: Racehorse Filly/Mare
Sire:Press Statement (AUS)
Dam:Ephoral (AUS)
Colour: Bay
Sex: Filly
DOB:22 September 2019
COB:AUS
Disclosures:Current/previous bans, Bleeder
GST:No
Location:Ellalong Farm NSW NSW
 
 
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Description

Better Judgement is an exceptional 3-year-old filly by Press Statement, closely related to the renowned sprinting filly Haut Brion Her. With a solid track record and impressive pedigree, Better Judgement offers an exciting opportunity for racing enthusiasts and breeders alike.

From the start of her racetrack career, Better Judgement has consistently demonstrated city-grade ability. In just her second start in Sydney, she narrowly missed victory by less than a length, defeating the future Group 3 winner, Pierossa. Her talent extends to various track conditions, as she has shown a preference for heavy surfaces while still showcasing her class with a maiden victory on a good 4 track.

While her recent preparation was cut short due to a first-time bleeding issue, she has been resting since June 9th. After serving her 3 month ban from racing, she will be eligible to race again, presenting an excellent opportunity for her future endeavors. With a limited number of starts (8 in total), Better Judgement possesses significant racing potential and is poised for further growth and success.

Furthermore, beyond her racing career, Better Judgement holds immense promise as a future broodmare prospect. Her impressive bloodlines and athletic ability make her an appealing addition to any breeding program or farm. Vet inspections are more than welcome.

Racing Performance: City-grade ability, narrowly missed victory in Sydney, defeated future Group 3 winner Pierossa

Track Preference: Displayed affinity for heavy surfaces, maiden victory on good 4 track

Recent Status: Resting and recovering since June 9th, eligible to race again in just over two months

Potential: Plenty of racing upside with limited starts, strong potential as a future broodmare

Vet Inspections: Welcome and encouraged for interested parties

If you are seeking a talented and promising filly with the potential for both racing success and future breeding endeavors, Better Judgement is a captivating choice. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please reach out.

**Bleeders 09-Jun-2023 TAMW A Merrick Bled from both Nostrils. Subject to provisions under AR79(4).

Location

Ellalong Farm NSW NSW

Pedigree

 

 

BETTER JUDGEMENT (AUS)
Bay filly       Foaled 2019 
 

PRESS STATEMENT HinchinbrookFastnet RockDanehill (USA)
Snippets' LassSnippets
Kaaptive EmpressKaaptive Edition (NZ)Kaapstad
Nile Empress (USA)Upper Nile
EPHORAL
    2009
LonhroOctagonal (NZ)Zabeel
Shadea (NZ)Straight Strike (USA)
HappenZeditaveThe Judge
DiscriminateMarauding (NZ)

PRESS STATEMENT (AUS) (Bay 2012-Stud 2016). 6 wins-3 at 2, MRC Caulfield Guineas, Gr.1. Sire of 206 rnrs, 126 wnrs, inc. SW Roots (ATC Emancipation S., Gr.2), Kitty Cat Chat, Press Charges - Windicator Family (H.K.), Equation, Hold the Press, Incredulous Dream, SP Baby Wong, Daily Bugle, Ironic Miss, Press Down, Toomuchtobear, Pier Pressure and of Giovanna Run, Spokesman, Catwalk Criminal, Act of Faith, All is Good, Notions, Regal Pom, etc.

 

1st dam

EPHORAL, by Lonhro. 2 wins at 1000m, 2d ATC Membership on Sale H. Half-sister to One in a Million (dam of HAUT BRION HER, KARACATIS, SHAMILLION). Dam of 3 named foals, all winners-

 Smart Princess (f by Smart Missile) 2 wins at 1000m, WATC Amelia Park Lodge H., 3d WATC Seacorp H., Heineken H., All Flags Signs & Banners H.

 Eupolia - The Gov (Aust.) (f by Super One) 4 wins at 1000m, 1050m, NZ$9,480, A$122,480, to 2022-23, 2d SAJC Riziz Series Final H., Furphy H., Grand Syndicates H., Junction H., Ian John Herron H., 3d SAJC Quayclean H.

 Better Judgement (f by Press Statement) Winner. See below.

 

2nd dam

HAPPEN, by Zeditave. 4 wins-3 at 2-at 1100m, 1200m, A$157,870, VRC Waltzing Lily H., L, VATC Bill Collins H., VRC Nursing 2YO H., VATC Old Year 2YO H., 2d VRC Bloodhorse Breeders' S., Gr.2, STC WW Hill H., Invictus H., 3d MVRC Lindt Lindor H., STC Parkroyal H., 4th VATC Blue Diamond Prelude, Gr.3. Sister to MAJOR, half-sister to  Tiffin (dam of LIGHTINTHENITE). Dam of 10 foals, 9 to race, 8 winners, inc:-

One in a Million (f Redoute's Choice) 2 wins at 1200m, A$109,700, STC Black Creek H., 2d AJC Light Fingers S., Gr.2, Angst H., L, Show County H., L, 3d STC Research S., Gr.3, AJC Wenona Girl H., L, 4th STC Triscay S., L. Dam of 4 winners-

HAUT BRION HER (f Zoustar) 6 wins to 1400m, A$1,468,300, VRC Blazer S., Gr.2, ATC Sheraco S., Gr.2, Campbelltown Catholic Club H., Book Spring Hospitality H., TAB H., Bowermans Office Furniture H., 2d ATC Yes Yes Yes S., Summer Racing H., MRC Fight Cancer Foundation H., MVRC PFD Food Services H.

KARACATIS (g Hussonet) 11 wins to 1300m, A$647,530, SAJC DC McKay S., Gr.3, MRC Christmas S., L, SAJC WH Wylie H., L-twice, Adelaide Cup Raceday H., Ubet H., Alf Gard Memorial H., Your Local IGA H., Adelaide Casino H., Myer H., 2d SAJC DC McKay S., Gr.3-twice, Bridges Financial Services H., 3d SAJC Spring S., Gr.3, Manihi Classic, L, City of Marion S., L, Durbridge S., L-twice, 4th SAJC Goodwood H., Gr.1, VRC Yellowglen S., Gr.2, SAJC DC McKay S., Gr.3, WH Wylie H., L.

SHAMILLION (g Shamardal) Winner at 2, A$81,000, Qld Tatt's RC Australia Post S., L, 2d GCTC Magic Millions National 2YO P.

 Lady Millions. Unraced. Dam of 2 winners-

Malahide (f Shamus Award) 5 wins-2 at 2-at 1200m, A$257,525, Qld Tatt's RC Aquis Farm Crystal Slipper 2YO P., BRC Girls Day Out Raceday, Ipswich TC Ray White Ipswich H., TAB P., GCTC Pink Ribbon Cup P., 2d BRC Daybreak Lover P., L, Never Forgotten P.

 Gunna Happen. 12 wins from 1300m to 1600m, A$227,185, AJC Star of Florida Welter H., 2d AJC McGrath Estate Agents H., Randwick Betting Auditorium H., 3d AJC Jim Beam H., Kookaburra H.

 Whatever Happens. Winner at 1100m, STC Lucky's Freeway Hotel H. Producer.

 Happened in Paris. Winner at 1100m, AJC Clipsal H. Producer.

 Mr Tickets. 9 wins from 1200m to 1600m, A$252,630, to 2021-22, 2d ATC Half Yearly Membership H., TAB Rewards H., BRC Country Cups Challenge H., Makers Mark H.

 

3rd dam

Discriminate, by Marauding (NZ). Winner at 2, AJC Key H., 2d STC Magic Night S., Gr.2, 3d AJC Keith Mackay H., L. Half-sister to  Vodka Twist (dam of TORRA BAY). Dam of 9 foals, all raced, 6 winners, inc:-

MAJOR (g Zeditave) 5 wins-1 at 2-to 1250m, A$188,085, STC Eskimo Prince H., L, VATC Jack Holt Welter H., AJC Chronicle Welter H., STC 2KY.com.au H., Bookmakers 2YO H., 2d QTC Mercedes-Benz Triple Crown H., L, 3d VRC Standish H., Gr.3, BTC Golden S., L, 4th STC Todman Slipper Trial S., Gr.2.

HAPPEN (f Zeditave) 4 wins. See above.

 Tiffin. 2 wins at 1550m, 1600m, A$75,110, STC MTA H., 2d STC Eaton Powerware H., Masterton Homes H., De Bortoli Hunter Valley H., MTA H., PJ Gallagher's Irish Pubs H. Dam of 3 winners-

LIGHTINTHENITE (g Galileo) 8 wins from 1200m to 2000m, A$629,360, MRC David Jones Cup, Gr.3, Darwin Cup, ATC Keystone Group H., Jacob's Creek Moscato H., Betting Auditorium H., 2d Newcastle JC Cameron H., Gr.3, ATC Festival S., L, 3d ATC Chelmsford S., Gr.2, Scone Cup, L.

 

Race Record: Winner at 1000m in 2022-23, 3d ATC Hyland Race Colours 2YO H.

All pedigrees, supplement pedigrees and indexes are supplied by Arion Pedigrees Limited for use by William Inglis & Son Limited under license. They are subject to copyright law and use outside a William Inglis publication is illegal without written permission granted by Arion Pedigrees Limited.

Race Record

Full Race Record for

BETTER JUDGEMENT (AUS) 2019 Bay filly
by Press Statement - Ephoral, by Lonhro

 

(in Australia)

AgeRuns1st2nd3rdEarnings
23-11A$10,015
3511-A$28,775
Totals:8121A$38,790
01/Dec/20214th of 6--trial--Wyong RC Barrier Trial, 845m. Lara's Laulet was 1st and Veravino 2nd and Impounded 3rd.
13/Apr/20223rd of 7--trial--Muswellbrook RC Barrier Trial, 800m. Quilting was 1st and Quick as a Flash 2nd.
26/Apr/20221st of 6--trial--Newcastle JC Barrier Trial, 820m. Sippity Sip was 2nd and Rebellion Style 3rd.
02/May/20222nd of 12
(0.4)
Taree RC Kennards Hire Taree Maiden H., A$24,000, 1007m, time 0:59.62. Track heavy(9). Carried 55.00kg. Jesta Coco was 1st and Threetimeslucky 3rd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: Dylan Gibbons.A$4,440
25/May/20223rd of 10
(0.7)
ATC (Canterbury) Hyland Race Colours Maiden 2YO H., A$49,000, 1250m, time 1:21.88. Track heavy(10). Carried 56.50kg. Veandechance was 1st and Twelve Hours 2nd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: Tim Clark.A$5,025
10/Jun/20226th of 8
(15.6)
Taree RC Caldon Group H., A$22,520, 1250m, time 1:16.65. Track heavy(8). Carried 57.50kg. Killzy was 1st and Dolly Bird 2nd and Mr Tabasco 3rd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: Dylan Gibbons.A$550
28/Sep/20222nd of 5--trial--Newcastle JC Barrier Trial, 900m. She's a Bad Girl was 1st and Lika Sun 3rd.
13/Oct/20221st of 6--trial--Scone RC Barrier Trial, 900m. Apollo Star was 2nd and Firemark 3rd.
20/Nov/20221st of 13
(1.5)
Taree RC Johnson & Mongan Maiden P., A$29,250, 1000m, time 0:57.57. Track good(4). Carried 55.50kg. Invest in Love was 2nd and Mischievous Molly 3rd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: Dylan Gibbons.A$20,625
09/Dec/20224th of 8
(3.6)
Scone RC Murrulla Stud H., A$25,325, 1200m, time 1:10.05. Track good(4). Carried 58.00kg. Unravel was 1st and Capital Gamble 2nd and Movin' Denman 3rd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: L Magorrian.A$1,300
06/Jan/20232nd of 12
(0.3)
Port Macquarie RC De Bortoli Wines H., A$27,000, 1100m, time 1:05.17. Track good(4). Carried 60.00kg. Mon Amore was 1st and Ciao Uno 3rd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: A Bullock.A$5,050
13/Apr/20234th of 6--trial--Muswellbrook RC Barrier Trial, 800m. Titration was 1st and Sussu 2nd and Assiduity 3rd.
02/May/20235th of 7--trial--Wyong RC Barrier Trial, 1000m. Overriding was 1st and Lessing 2nd and Oakfield Triumph 3rd.
19/May/20234th of 8
(1.5)
Port Macquarie RC Toormina Hotel Cup, A$27,000, 1008m, time 0:59.57. Track soft(5). Carried 58.00kg (allowance 0.50kg). Toomuchinformation was 1st and October Revolution 2nd and Mother Joy 3rd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: Kody Nestor.A$1,300
09/Jun/20239th of 12
(5.2)
Tamworth City Toyota H., A$27,000, 1200m, time 1:11.43. Track soft(5). Carried 62.00kg. Silica Sand was 1st and Allande 2nd and Shamalie 3rd and Extessive 3rd. Trainer: K A Lees. Owner: J R Rourke, B Keegan & L A Miller. Jockey: A Bullock.A$500
All pedigrees, supplement pedigrees and indexes are supplied by Arion Pedigrees Limited for use by William Inglis & Son Limited under license. They are subject to copyright law and use outside a William Inglis publication is illegal without written permission granted by Arion Pedigrees Limited.