In what promises to be a heartwarming family affair at Wagga's Murrumbidgee Turf Club, trainer Maddison Collins is hoping to witness her younger sister Faith achieve a significant career milestone - her very first race win as an apprentice jockey.
Family Bonds Strengthen Racing Dreams
The Collins sisters are creating quite the buzz in Australian racing circles, with Maddison firmly established as a successful trainer while 19-year-old Faith continues her development in the competitive world of professional riding. This Thursday's meeting presents a golden opportunity for the younger Collins to break through for that elusive first victory.
A Trainer's Confidence in Her Sister
"She's been riding exceptionally well in trackwork and trials," Maddison revealed, her voice filled with sisterly pride. "I've seen firsthand how hard she's been working, and I genuinely believe she's ready to get that first win on the board."
The family connection adds an extra layer of significance to the occasion. Having grown up around horses together on their family property, the sisters now find themselves pursuing parallel careers in the racing industry, with Maddison in the trainer's role and Faith realizing her dream in the saddle.
The Road to Racing Success
Faith Collins has been steadily building experience through country race meetings, earning praise from trainers and senior jockeys alike for her developing racecraft and dedication to improving her skills. The apprenticeship system in Australian racing has long served as the traditional pathway for young riders to establish themselves, and Faith appears poised to join the ranks of successful graduates.
More Than Just a Race
For the Collins family, Thursday's meeting represents more than just another day at the races. It's the culmination of years of early mornings, hard work, and unwavering family support. The potential for Faith to secure her first victory while riding for her sister would create a storybook moment in Australian country racing.
"There would be nothing more special than being there when she gets that first win," Maddison confessed. "We've shared this dream since we were kids riding around the property, and to see it come to fruition would be incredibly special for our entire family."
Racing enthusiasts and local supporters are expected to flock to the Murrumbidgee Turf Club to witness this compelling family narrative unfold, proving that in Australian country racing, the human stories behind the horses often prove just as compelling as the races themselves.
