Progressive Too Darn Hot filly Voltage Lass continued her rapid rise through the grades, notching her second career victory from just three starts with a dominant Class 2 success over 1000 metres at Corowa on Tuesday.
The three-year-old, a commanding winner on debut at the Sapphire Coast, again showed her ability at Goulburn last start where she finished a narrow second after racing greenly and laying in under pressure in the straight. The addition of winkers proved the missing piece on this occasion, sharpening her focus and allowing her to put her rivals away by 1.7 lengths in slick time.
Jockey Jake Duffy ensured there would be no excuses, taking advantage of a clean getaway to roll forward around the tight circuit. Once in front, Voltage Lass travelled strongly and was never seriously challenged, putting her more experienced opposition to the sword with authority.
Trainer Danielle Seib was bullish post-race.
"This filly has more upside — I really feel she’s going to be better again in six months’ time," Seib said.
Purchased for $50,000 from Book 2 of the Magic Millions Yearling Sale, Voltage Lass is shaping as a savvy acquisition. By champion sire Too Darn Hot, whose service fee now commands $275,000, she has already returned $46,550 in prizemoney and appears destined for bigger targets (and prizemoney).
Champion Thoroughbreds will again be active at the Magic Millions Yearling Sale from January 13–18. Those interested in upcoming purchases are encouraged to register their interest via racing@championthoroughbreds.com.au.
