Former New Zealand horseman Kyle Marshall added his name to the honour roll of The Downtowner Warragul Pacing Cup, after Can Be A Ruebe claimed the $17,500 feature at Logan Park on Monday afternoon.
It capped a memorable day for the Balliang-based trainer-driver, who also took out the Ken Miller Memorial Pace with Ata Rangi, completing a race-to-race double.
In a competitive Cup field, Marshall drove Can Be A Ruebe confidently from the second row, making an early move and sitting parked throughout. Despite the tough run, the four-year-old mare kicked strongly to score—her fourth win from just 11 starts.
“She pulled up super after the Cranbourne heat and was well-conditioned for this,” Marshall said. “She’s a nice, progressive mare and I think she’ll make a good metro horse.”
Marshall also credited his partner Sophie Jefferies and stable team for their support. “We’re just a happy team. These horses are in the right grade now, and hopefully they’ll keep progressing.”
A big crowd enjoyed the day’s racing under mixed sunshine and showers, with an added highlight being Barry Field’s presentation of life membership in recognition of his long service to the Warragul Harness Racing Club.
- thetrots News Desk