Mazu completes Everest field

The Everest field is complete, with Yulong picking Mazu to run in its slot in the $20 million contest at Randwick on Saturday.

Yulong won the second Everest with Triple Crown Syndications sprinter Redzel in its slot and decided to link with the 2022 placegetter in this year’s edition.

 “Obviously, it’s disappointing that injury forced Private Harry’s withdrawal from the Yulong slot, but to secure a seasoned sprinter like Mazu is a huge bonus, particularly at this late stage,”  Yulong’s chief operating officer Sam Fairgray said.

“Mr Zhang has already tasted success in The Everest with Triple Crown Syndications previously thanks to Redzel’s phenomenal run in 2018, and it’s extremely exciting to be partnering with the team again for another tilt.”

Yulong-owned Angel Capital and Magic Time will run in the Everest slots of James Harron Bloodstock and Inglis respectively.

“There aren’t many who can say they have three genuine chances in the world’s richest turf race.” Fairgray said. “We’re in a very fortunate position this year and looking forward to watching how it plays out on Saturday.”

Mazu will be one of the outsiders in the Everest field, but has been at the top of the Australian sprinting ranks for several years. It is his third appearance in the Everest and earned his place by setting the speed and holding on well late in The Shorts and the Premiere Stakes.

“It’s a race that represents the pinnacle of world sprinting and continues to get bigger and better every year,” Triple Crown director of racing Sam Manion said.

 “To have Mazu competing in his third instalment is incredible and a true testament to his class, consistency, and the outstanding team behind him.”

“We couldn’t be prouder to see him carrying the Triple Crown colours on racing’s biggest stage. We’re also delighted to be doing it once again in partnership with Yulong, with whom we’ve shared so much success in the past.”