A beautifully placed Pirate Ben finished the runner-up at huge odds under Chris Williams when finishing behind Pelethronius in the winter racing BM 78 handicap over the mile at Randwick when racing on a soft (6).
6 PIRATE BEN
7 year old chestnut gelding (6-10-2011) Sire: New Approach (IRE) Dam: She’s a Pirate (Last Tycoon (IRE)) View Pedigree Report
Breeder: Mr J Hirsch
Owners: E Hirsch & Mrs M Hirsch
Colours: Gold, Black Motif, Collar And Sleeves, Gold And Black Motif Cap
Pirate Ben had been racing out of sorts having made the trip to this venue on January 22, when finishing eight of 12, today’s effort will ensure some confidence has been brought back to the seven-year-old chestnut gelding’s mindset.