Star Performance
Fri 16 Aug 2024
Winner 62 of 2024: GOLD STAR HERO was the winner of the ‘IRE-Incentive, It Pays to Buy Irish Novice Stakes (GBB/IRE Incentive Race)’ over 6f at Chelmsford trained by Michael Bell and ridden by Hector Crouch.
He is from a family Middleham Park owners know very well, with him being the full brother to the 94-rated, three times winner and now Hong Kong based Red Zone Hero.
A good 4th in a 6f Noice Stakes at Recar, we were confident that our Tattersalls Book 2 Yearling purchase had learnt plenty from his debut run and he put that to good use, breaking smartly from his wide draw to secure a position at the head of affairs. Travelling powerfully off the bend he showed a determined attitude to not be denied when others attempted to challenge. A beauty of a physical, we would like to think that there is more improvement to come from him as he continues to hone his craft.
Watch his full replay here: https://www.racingtv.com/watch/replays/2024-08-15/chelmsford-city/1810
Timeform rated his victory with a p76, saying: "Easy to back, nevertheless confirmed debut promise as he opened his account, still rough around the edges but able to channel his exuberance a little more effectively this time; soon led, went with enthusiasm, ridden over 1f out, ran on; open to further improvement."
Winning jockey Hector Crouch shared his thoughts after the race: "He is still green, but very talented and fast. He had plenty of gears to take me to the front of the field and dictate from there. He relaxed around the bent, and saw the 6furlongs out fine, but you wouldn't be afraid to drop him back to the minimum distance. He could progress into a really smart sprinter. Well done to all his owners."
Many thanks to Chelmsford Racecourse, find the full photo gallery here: Megan Rose Photography
His syndicate manager Tim explained: “We were delighted to see him build on his debut, showing a very willing attitude as well as plenty of speed in the process, maybe opening up the minimum trip as an option in the future.”