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Crackerjack King (IRE)

2008 Shamardal (Giant's Causeway) x Claba Di San Jore (Barathea)
Wyndholm Park Stud

Group 1 winner of 7 races in Europe (from 1800-2200m) … by one of the world’s most influential sires in Shamardal (250 stakes horses) … dam had 8 foals to race and 6 achieved black type status … progeny include multiple winners Crackerjack Prince, Brung King, Exalted Queen, Abdicating, Crypto Currency (7 wins), Jack’s A Cracker (7 wins) etc.

Wyndholm Park Stud

Wyndholm Park Stud

Stands at Wyndholm Park Stud
2024 FEE: $6,600

Wyndholm Park’s aim is to create an environment whereby the racehorse will achieve its true genetic ability. Owned by prominent equine veterinarian Dr. Kim McKellar and his wife, Liz, Wyndholm Park was established in 1985 and comprises 600 acres of rich volcanic soil. All paddocks are post and railed or electrified and are constantly renovated and regularly fertilised. Wyndholm Park is situated a stone’s throw from Ballarat racecourse.

171 Gillies Road , Miners Rest, VIC, 3352
kesf@bigpond.com
https://wyndholmpark.com.au
0417 532 405
Kim McKellar
0418 508 212

Latest News

He's a Cracker

Making his Moonee Valley debut, Crackerjack Prince broke through for his first metropolitan win in Saturday’s Maureen Salter Hcp (Bm70) (1600m) in such dominant fashion he will likely see a lot more of the Moonee Ponds circuit.

New G1 Winner for Shamardal

With five sons at stud in Australia this spring, Shamardal is a sire that holds a lot of interest in this part of the world and he delivered a new Group I winner overnight with Emaraaty Ana taking out the Group I Haydock Sprint Cup (6f).

One to Watch – Ballarat

The Victoria Derby dream is alive tonight for the connections of this impressive staying maiden winner at Ballarat on Sunday.

Crackerjack King Showing Promise

World renowned sire Shamardal is already leaving a lasting legacy through his sire sons with Wyndholm Park based Crackerjack King (IRE) adding to their success and offering budget conscious breeders the opportunity to access this highly progressive sireline.

Shamardal Blood Highlights Crackerjack King

World renowned sire Shamardal has never been going better with three undefeated Group I winning two year-old colts in Europe this year for Godolphin and Victorian breeders have access to his bloodline this spring through not only promising sire Puissance de Lune (IRE), but also the Wyndholm Park based Crackerjack King (IRE).

A Crackerjack Sire

A fast stayer with an exceptional pedigree by an outstanding shuttle sire in Shamardal, Crackerjack King (IRE) stands at Wyndholm Park Stud in Victoria and has his first two year-old runners this season, which are sure to spark interest given the burgeoning stud success being enjoyed by his ill-fated half-brother Jakkalberry (IRE).

Current Runners Accepted

Tuesday, February 18
Newcastle Race 1 - 1250m Maiden
Jacob's Well (ex: Ceremonial) Tnr: M and D Kearney Rdr: Grant Buckley
Wednesday, February 19
Strathalbyn Race 3 - 1200m Maiden
Gin Rummy (ex: Queenera) Tnr: Alexander Justice Rdr: Justin Potter
Friday, February 21
Kilmore Race 2 - 1450m Maiden 0
Spokan (ex: Brill)
Tnr: Adam Burns
Kilmore Race 3 - 1600m Maiden 0
Spokan (ex: Brill)
Tnr: Adam Burns
Kilmore Race 4 - 2000m Maiden 0
Spokan (ex: Brill)
Tnr: Adam Burns
Tennessee Lass (ex: Tennessee Gold)
Tnr: Archie Alexander
Saturday, February 22
Dederang Race 1 - 1350m Maiden 0
Spokan (ex: Brill)
Tnr: Adam Burns
Dederang Race 6 - 1650m Open 0
Grate Crack (ex: Ungrateful Ellen)
Tnr: Henry Dwyer
Yarra Glen Race 2 - 1200m Maiden 0
Spokan (ex: Brill)
Tnr: Adam Burns
Yarra Glen Race 3 - 1950m Maiden 0
Spokan (ex: Brill)
Tnr: Adam Burns
Sunday, February 23
Ballarat Race 3 - 1200m Maiden 0
Spokan (ex: Brill)
Tnr: Adam Burns
Ballarat Race 4 - 2000m Maiden 0
Tennessee Lass (ex: Tennessee Gold)
Tnr: Archie Alexander

Pedigree Table

Shamardal (USA) 2002
Claba Di San Jore (IRE) 1999
Giant's Causeway (USA) 1997
Helsinki (GB) 1993
Barathea (IRE) 1990
Claw (IRE) 1989
Storm Cat (USA) 1991
Mariah's Storm (USA) 1991
Machiavellian (USA) 1982
Helen Street (GB) 1982
Sadler's Wells (USA) 1981
Brocade (GB) 1981
Law Society (USA) 1982
Crodas (IRE) 1983
Northern Dancer: 4d x5s

Runners Today

Newcastle
Race 1 Jacob's Well 6g ex: Ceremonial 6th
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Yesterday's Results

Australasian Distance Performance

All
Winners
Short <= 1200m
44%
30.3% - (20)
Sprint 1201m - 1400m
24%
22.7% - (15)
Mile 1401m - 1600m
15%
18.2% - (12)
Mid 1601m - 2000m
10%
24.2% - (16)
Stay 2001m - 2400m
5.5%
3% - (2)
Long 2400m+
1.5%
1.5% - (1)

Top Nicks

All Chatter
1 wnrs Raven's Silver
Artie Schiller
1 wnrs Flying Assassin
Bernardini
1 wnrs Crackle 'N' Burn
Black Hawk
1 wnrs Scodelario
Blevic
1 wnrs Jack's A Cracker
Canford Cliffs
1 wnrs Brung King
Congrats
1 wnrs The Grey King
Dr Green
1 wnrs Yes Miss Jane
Face Value
1 wnrs Exalted Queen
Fusaichi Pegasus
1 wnrs Miss Magoo

Race Record

At 2
1st - Premio Campbello (1800) LR
1st - Unraced Colts & Geldings (1800)
At 3
1st - Derby Italiano (2200) Gr.2
1st - Premio Media (2200)
1st - Premio Guido Clerici (2000)
At 4
1st - Premio Presidente Della Repubblica Gbi Racing (2000) Gr.1
1st - Premio Grande (2000)
At 7
3rd - Hyland Underwood Stakes (1800) Gr.1

Fee History

2024-$6,600 , 2023-$6,600 , 2022-$6,600 , 2021-$6,600 , 2020-$6,600 , 2018-$6,600 , 2017-$6,600