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Led by Terry Henderson, OTI Racing excels at scouting promising European horses for lucrative campaigns in Australia and Asia. Docklands’ £16,000 acquisition showcases their expertise and the horse’s incredible return on investment.
The 2025 Queen Anne Stakes marked Eustace’s first G1 win. He focuses on Docklands’ mental well-being, highlighting the horse’s “love for racing” and toughness, which enable him to handle extensive international travel.
As a grandson of Galileo, Massaat’s Teofilo line is known for late maturity, suitability for hard ground (like in Japan), and unflagging stamina over speed.
The success of his half-brother, Harbour Views (also OTI-owned), highlighted the vitality of this maternal line, making Docklands a savvy purchase. His pedigree favors distances from a mile to 2000m.
2023
A victory in this prestigious handicap as a three-year-old signaled his high potential and set the stage for future G1 success.
2024
Finished 5th in the 2040m race, confirming his world-class ability over middle distances while reinforcing that the mile is his optimal distance.
June 2025
Achieved his career-best victory at Royal Ascot, narrowly defeating Rosallion to establish himself as a top-tier older miler.
October 2025
A 4th place finish attributed to unfavorable soft ground. The lack of full exertion is seen as beneficial for his upcoming Japanese campaign.
◎ 1600m (Mile) – BEST
His major wins are at this distance, where his high cruising speed and sustained finish are most effective.
△ 2000m (10f) – ENDURE
Can compete, but may lack the explosive acceleration to win at the G1 level against specialists.
Docklands is a “middle-distance-leaning miler” who thrives in fast-paced races that test endurance. He excels at tracks with uphill finishes like Ascot, which allow him to build momentum. The firm turf expected at Japan’s Kyoto Racecourse is considered highly favorable.
Preparations are focused on the upcoming Mile Championship (G1) in Japan, where Docklands enters as a “disruptive contender.”
A high-paced, attritional race on firm ground plays to his strengths. Jockey Mark Zahra’s aggressive ride could neutralize the finishing speed of Japanese rivals, giving him a strong chance to win.
A slow pace leading to a sprint finish would be a major disadvantage. It’s uncertain if he can match the explosive closing speed of top Japanese milers on Kyoto’s flat straight.
Conclusion: Docklands is a world-class miler whose reliability and stamina make him a significant threat. His performance will be a crucial test for future European challengers in Japanese racing.
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