Freedman optimistic about Marhoona's chances in Golden Slipper

Michael Freedman is excited about his horse, Marhoona, after a tough road to qualify for the Golden Slipper race. He faced challenges with other horses, but Marhoona has shown promise. Last week, Freedman thought Marhoona had little chance to race. Other strong contenders like Pallaton and Apocalyptic did not qualify. Marhoona ran well in the Reisling Stakes, finishing second to a favorite, but was initially ranked low for the Slipper. However, she made the cut and is now in the 16-horse field. Freedman called it a "nice surprise." Freedman, part of a family known for winning the Slipper in the past, believes this year's competition is wide open. While Wodeton is a strong favorite, he sees potential in other horses too. He noted that this unpredictable nature makes the race exciting. Marhoona impressed Freedman after winning her debut race, showing significant improvement. She has the right qualities as they prepare her for the Slipper. She also has a good draw in barrier six and a skilled jockey, Damian Lane, who won the race in 2019. Freedman hopes this will be a special win for him as a solo trainer, especially after facing disappointment last year with a different horse. He also has another horse, Enriched, racing in a different event this week, and he remains optimistic about her chances as well.