Black Type Beckons

The NZ Racing Desk reports:

Black type racing awaits Wandering Eye after he had no trouble in going one better than his debut performance at Taupo on Friday.

Runner-up first time out behind Sophie's Choice, the son of Commands led all the way under Michael McNab to win the Peter Thomas Transport 1200 from the debutante Spring Heat, who closed gamely.

“He ran really well on debut at Ruakaka behind what looks a smart one,” said co-trainer Jamie Richards. “It was a good, positive ride from Michael for a really good win.

“We'll see how he does and there are plenty of nice races for him like the Sarten Memorial.”

Wandering Eye is among the entries for the Gr. 1 Al Basti Equiworld New Zealand 2000 Guineas, but there was no joy for fellow classic aspirant Hangar. The even money favourite parted company with Leith Innes at barrier rise.