Veteran trainer Scott Singleton is heading back to familiar territory with a point to prove, as he sets his sights on Ladies Day Cup redemption at Hawkesbury this Thursday.
The respected horseman returns to what was once his home track, armed with promising four-year-old mare She's Got Veedub, who's primed for a bold showing in the featured $160,000 event.
Home Ground Advantage
"There's always something special about racing at Hawkesbury," Singleton told the Geelong Advertiser. "I trained out of there for years, so I know every inch of that track. It feels like coming home."
The Singleton stable has been building impressive momentum in recent weeks, making this homecoming particularly well-timed. Their consistent form suggests they're more than ready to challenge for the coveted Ladies Day Cup.
The Contender: She's Got Veedub
She's Got Veedub arrives at Hawkesbury in career-best form, having secured three victories from her last five starts. The mare has shown remarkable improvement this preparation, developing into the genuine article that Singleton always believed she could become.
"She's really come of age this campaign," Singleton explained. "Her last run was full of merit, and she's trained on beautifully since. The step up to 1300 metres should suit her perfectly."
Redemption on the Cards
While Singleton maintains his characteristic humility about their chances, there's a quiet confidence surrounding this campaign. The trainer knows better than most that racing rarely follows script, but everything appears to be falling into place for a memorable home track performance.
Thursday's meeting represents more than just another race day for the Singleton team. It's an opportunity to return to roots while chasing valuable black-type success that could elevate their promising mare to new heights.
The Hawkesbury racing community will be watching closely as one of their former local heroes attempts to write another chapter in his successful training career.
