Hiney’s Bar shed his maiden status in impressive fashion at Warrnambool yesterday, delivering a well-deserved result for owner-breeder Eamon McNulty.
The lightly raced four-year-old son of Toronado may not have entered the race with standout form on paper, but the stable was quietly confident he was capable of a strong showing. A wide barrier presented an added challenge, however a genuine tempo throughout the race allowed him to find his rhythm and work into the race without interference.
Given every opportunity to build momentum, Hiney’s Bar balanced up beautifully and finished the race off strongly to score a convincing maiden victory.
The result was made even sweeter by the lucrative prizemoney on offer, with the rich maiden providing a rewarding payday for all involved.
