Imagine the thrill of witnessing a champion sprinter take on one of the most prestigious racing events in the world! The excitement is palpable as Lady Of Camelot, the 2024 Golden Slipper winner, sets her sights on Royal Ascot this coming June. This remarkable four-year-old filly, bred and raced by Sir Owen Glenn's Go Bloodstock, is gearing up for an autumn campaign in Sydney before potentially crossing the globe to compete in the UK, assuming she maintains good health and performs well in her upcoming races.
Previously, Lady Of Camelot showcased her talent by finishing third in the Group 1 Coolmore Classic at Rosehill last March. Steve O’Connor, a director at Go Bloodstock, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "If she returns in great condition, we would love to see her compete at Royal Ascot. It would be an incredible experience to take a Golden Slipper winner to such a prestigious venue, especially since she is a homebred. We’re thrilled about the possibility and truly believe she has the ability to excel and perhaps even clinch a victory there."
Under the expert training of Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott, Lady Of Camelot is expected to compete in several significant Australian races, including the TJ Smith Stakes and the All Aged Stakes, before making the journey overseas. O'Connor mentioned, "Blake Shinn has always believed she could be a formidable contender for the All Aged Stakes, so that’s definitely a race we will focus on; whether we choose