No Going Back eyes victory at Eagle Farm after 12 month drought
Trainer Lindsay Hatch is filled with optimism as his sprinter No Going Back prepares for a breakthrough victory at Eagle Farm on Wednesday.
The five-year-old gelding has shown consistency by securing four placements, including two at the Eagle Farm Track.
Now the focus is set on achieving a long-awaited triumph in the Benchmark 75 Handicap over a distance of 1600 meters.
No Going Backs campaign has seen him secure second place in his initial three starts and an admirable third-place finish behind Natalie McCalls Brave Maso in a Benchmark 70 race at Eagle Farm in December.
Hatch attributes his horse’s performances to the weights he had to carry in recent races.
However, with a weight of 57kg’s this time around, Hatch believes that No Going Back is well positioned for success. The recent rainfall in Brisbane has further boosted Hatch’s confidence as No Going excels in track conditions.
With the gelding’s proven ability over a distance of 1600 metres, Hatch is confident that an impressive performance awaits.
Hatch doesn’t have any plans for No Going Back, but he does mention the possibility of aiming for the Ballina Cup on January 14 if the horse performs exceptionally well.No Going Back showed potential as a three- and four-year-old, winning both the Rockhampton Guineas and Magic Millions Guineas in Townsville.
The gelding also came in second place in the Mackay Guineas, narrowly missing out to Mississippi Prince, who went on to win five races, including one at Doomben. Despite facing challenges along the way, Hatch is confident that No Going Back is now in shape and ready to shine.
The addition of experienced jockey Michael Rodd to ride him further boosts his chances.
With Rodds expertise and No Going Backs renewed form, Hatch is optimistic about securing a deserved victory for this talented sprinter.
No Going Back’s Odds In Eagle Farm Race 7
Race 7 – 
#9 No Going Back (6)
5yo Gelding | T: Lindsay Hatch | J: Michael Rodd (57kg)