The super speedy Snapshot landed a debut win at Albury on Saturday, leading most of the way in the 900m Maiden Plate.

The 3YO Holler filly had Jake Duffy in the saddle, and while only moderately away from the gates, she showcased good speed from gate five, taking up the running before holding on for a tough victory.

Well-supported at $3.10 favourite, it was a popular result, with Snapshot continuing a successful run for her dam, Shutter Bug.

Shutter Bug was a talented mare, winning four times, including a 1600m Benchmark 76 at Royal Randwick.

Having produced four-time winner Lensman, who is also a metro winner, after triumphing in a 1500m Highway Handicap at Rosehill Gardens, Shutter Bug has a couple of promising types being trained with the Weeding Racing stable.

Paparazzo, the full brother to Snapshot, won his maiden at Benalla last year over 1106m, and will be second-up this preparation at Ballarat on Tuesday when contesting the 1200m Benchmark 56 Handicap.

It’s an exciting time for the Weeding Racing team, with a couple of fellow debutants running nicely at Albury on Saturday.

Dunnenkate Bro (Cassidy Hill, $11) raced well in the same 900m Maiden Plate, finishing fifth, beaten only four lengths.

Apple Eyes (Jake Duffy, $8) made her debut in the 1175m Maiden Plate and finished a really nice fourth, beaten only two lengths.

The pair will be better for their respective runs and will be worth following in the coming weeks.

 

Words/Image: Jeff Hanson