Marquess, the New Zealand-bred sensation hailing from Godolphin's stables, delivered a resounding performance at Rosehill, Australia on Saturday.
With this victory, Marquess notched up his fifth win in his last six starts, an impressive record for this lightly-raced gelding. To date, he has contested 10 races, securing five wins and two placings, while accumulating a substantial sum of A$270,400 in stakes.
This triumph marked Marquess's second consecutive win as a four-year-old, with two more victories added to his tally just last month.
However, his journey wasn't without its challenges, as he narrowly missed out on victory against Howgoodareyou at Rosehill on September 9.
The stage was set for a rematch, and Marquess seized the opportunity with style and determination.
Ridden by the skilled jockey Zac Lloyd, Marquess settled comfortably in third place during the race, displaying a remarkable composure.
Even when Special Swey surged forward, setting a brisk pace through the middle stages, Lloyd remained unfazed.
As they rounded the home turn, Marquess was still in third position, but this is when the magic unfolded. Lloyd unleashed Marquess's latent potential, urging him on 300m from home.
In response, Marquess shifted into a higher gear, surging ahead to secure victory by an impressive two and a half lengths.
James Cummings, Marquess's trainer, was full of praise for Lloyd's expert handling of the race. He commended Lloyd's patience and strategic approach, noting that it was nearly a picture-perfect execution. Cummings also expressed his confidence in Marquess's potential.
“He's a horse who's going places. He's promising. I don't think we've seen the best of him yet. He keeps elevating.”
Cummings acknowledged the challenge of competing against other talented horses in Marquess's age group but emphasized the horse's fitness and the patience they've exercised in his development.
Marquess's consistent performances and his ability to finish strongly make him an intriguing prospect in Godolphin's stable.
Bred by Godolphin and sired by the late Cambridge Stud stallion Tavistock, Marquess boasts an impressive pedigree. His dam, Purple, is a multiple Group One winner with prestigious victories in the Group 1 Vinery Stud Stakes (2000m) and Group 1 Queensland Oaks (2400m) to her name.