Bjorn Baker is optimistic about the chances of his up-and-coming sprinter, Stefi Magnetica, in Saturday’s $20 million Group 1 The Everest (1200m).
The four-year-old mare returned from a spell with a strong second-place finish behind fellow Everest contender I Am Me in the Group 2 Shorts (1100m).
Baker is hopeful that Stefi Magnetica can reverse the result and shine on race day.
“It’s remarkable, and she’s just continued to improve,” Baker said.
“She was very good in The Shorts. She’s had four weeks between runs, with a trial in between.
“Her work on Tuesday, her last piece of fast work, was very, very good. So I’m confident she can run a big race on Saturday.
“I wouldn’t swap her for any horse.”
Stefi Magnetica will break from barrier six with Zac Lloyd taking the ride.
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