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Think It Over is about to face his toughest challenge yet as he continues his comeback from a tendon injury in a barrier trial at Warwick Farm.
The $6 million earner has not competed in a race since his impressive victory in the 2022 Queen Elizabeth Stakes. Trainer Kerry Parker has taken a cautious approach, carefully preparing him for his highly anticipated comeback in the Gr.1 Winx Stakes (1400m) at Randwick on August 19.
During his first trial back at Warwick Farm last month, Think It Over had a gentle workout. However, Parker is now eager for the horse to increase the intensity in Friday's 1000m heat.
"He can be asked the question a bit and go and have a bit of a gallop," Parker said.
"Since then, I did give him a gallop in between races at Kembla Thursday week ago to give him a day out with the microphones and speakers and a bit of a crowd. That was really good, no dramas there.
“Nash [Rawiller] came down and rode him and will again in the trial tomorrow. That was the first time he'd jumped back on him at Kembla and he thought he was moving really well, felt terrific and wanted to do more."
Group One Contenders Take Center Stage
Think It Over will be participating in the first Group Trials on the course proper. It will be facing tough competition from young sprinter Buenos Noches, Group One performers Duais and Mo'Unga (NZ), as well as classy Chris Waller stayers Francesco Guardi (Ire) and Soulcombe (GB). But they won't be the only stars on display at Warwick Farm. ATC Australian Derby winner Major Beel (NZ), Melbourne Cup hopeful Goldman (NZ), Golden Slipper runner-up Cylinder, and Waller's duo Hinged and Osipenko (NZ) will also be taking part in the trial.
The excitement will continue at Rosehill on Saturday, where Annabel Neasham will be working Zaaki (GB) and Sunshine In Paris in between races. Additionally, Waller's Group One winner Zougotcha will be stepping out for an exhibition gallop.