Clayton Douglas | Clayton Douglas News 63206 Gallant Prince Delivers Strong Win At Mornington

Emerging gelding Gallant Prince stamped his mark in the provincial ranks today with a gutsy victory in the Marconi Plumbing over 1500m at Mornington, overcoming a recent near-miss and holding off a tough challenge in the final stages.

Under Daniel Stackhouse, Gallant Prince settled in the midfield early before making ground in the straight. Once balanced, he launched his run and dug deep, holding off Brullen by three-quarters of a length, with Isdell just behind in third.

For trainer Clayton Douglas, based at Mornington, the win was a rewarding return to form for a horse that’s been knocking on the door in recent starts. Gallant Prince had placed in his past few runs and looked primed for a breakthrough. 

“He’s been close a few times, so to get the job done today is great for him and the team,” Douglas commented.

Stackhouse paid tribute to the gelding’s determination in the closing stages:

“He gave me everything I asked for,” Stackhouse said. “I had to steady him a touch early, but once he got balanced he hit the line strongly. It’s nice to see him convert the promise into a win.”

The victory was the third win for the big son of Trapeze Artist, taking his prizemoney to over $120,000.

Congratulations to a great ownership group.