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Victorian-bred pacer The Mustang is a noted frontrunner, and he was seen in his favourite role when he was a hot $1.20 favourite from the No. 3 barrier in the 2130m TABtouch Pace at Gloucester Park on Friday night.
Gary Hall Jnr enjoyed an armchair drive when he guided the six-year-old to an easy victory over Rock Me Over (who trailed him throughout) and Tiger Royal, who finished solidly from eighth at the bell.
“This was a nice drop in class for him,” said trainer Michael Young. “I don’t think he is ever going to look supremely impressive; he’s not that type of horse.
“I’m hoping he will stack up to be a genuine Free-For-Aller. I think he will and will follow the speed well enough. With his gate speed he is always going to get a good spot. He can win two more city races before going back to Free-For-Alls.”
The Mustang has had nine starts in Western Australia for four wins and two placings, taking his career record to 74 starts for 19 wins, 29 placings and $216,664.