Agera Flies to Matamata Cup Success
Agera has achieved a remarkable victory in the Listed Team Wealleans Matamata Cup (1600m), marking a significant milestone in his career.
Coming into the 2024-25 season, Agera had a modest record of two wins from 18 starts, with eight placings and earnings of $81,490, and a rating of 70.
However, his six-year-old season has been a breakout one, with four wins from just six appearances, adding $127,250 to his earnings and boosting his rating to 86 before Friday's win.
In the Matamata Cup, jockey Matt Cartwright, who has now won four times from eight rides on Agera, took a midfield position before making a late surge to claim victory.
Agera’s coming-of-age campaign has carried him all the way up to black-type level, flying home to score a last-gasp victory.
Agera's impressive performance has marked a significant turning point in his career, with his earnings and rating on the rise.
Author's summary: Agera wins Matamata Cup with late surge.