One to Watch – Ipswich

Tara Madgwick - Friday June 23

The very last foal of a Group I winner was an obvious choice as 'One to Watch' following an easy debut victory at Ipswich on Friday.

Trained by Stuart Kendrick, two year-old High Chaparral (IRE) colt Rancho Montoya was a short priced favourite for the 1200 metre maiden and sped away over the concluding stages to win by more than two lengths.

A $70,000 Magic Millions purchase for Ezybonds No 1 Syndicate from the Baramul stud draft, Rancho Montoya was bred by Gerry Harvey and is a half-brother to Group III winner Bis Spotter.

Rancho Montoya is the ninth winner from 11 foals to race from Sir Tristram (IRE) mare Isolda, who scored a memorable win over Octagonal to win the Group I AJC Champagne Stakes in 1995.

Isolda passed away last year and Rancho Montoya is her last foal.

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