First Group 1 runner for Menuisier in Doncaster showpiece

Trainer David Menuisier (right) with owner Clive Washbourn

Saturday will be a big day for trainer David Menuisier. When Contrapposto enters the stalls for Saturday's Racing Post Trophy he will become the trainer's first runner in a Group 1.

The colt is one of six two-year-olds that he has in training, whereas Aidan O'Brien - Goliath compared to this David - has six entered in Doncaster's £200,000 event.

Despite his lack of firepower Menuisier is not fazed about taking on the powerful yards with a colt who cost 44,000gns as a yearling and has just a maiden win to his credit.

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Colin Russell

Published on 17 October 2016inNews

Last updated 17:40, 17 October 2016

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