Trainer Profile: Ciaron Maher & David Eustace
In the world of horse racing, there are trainer partnerships that leave an indelible mark on the industry. One such partnership is the formidable team of Ciaron Maher and David Eustace. With their combined expertise, innovative training methods, and an unyielding passion for the sport, Maher and Eustace have carved out a reputation as one of the most successful and sought-after training partnerships in the racing world. Join us as we delve into the story of this dynamic duo and discover what makes them a force to be reckoned with.
A Meeting of Minds
The collaboration between Ciaron Maher and David Eustace represents a meeting of brilliant minds and a shared vision for success. Their partnership combines Maher's wealth of experience and Eustace's fresh approach, resulting in a perfect balance of tradition and innovation. Together, they have established a training powerhouse that consistently produces top-class racehorses throughout Australia.
Training Philosophy
At the heart of Maher and Eustace's training philosophy is a deep understanding of each horse's unique characteristics and individual needs. They believe in building a strong bond with their equine athletes, nurturing their talents, and bringing out the best in them. With an emphasis on patience, discipline, and attention to detail, Maher and Eustace create an environment that fosters the development of champions. With the Ballarat training facilities (that Ciaron believes to be amongst the best in the world), Cranbourne and Sydney. A custom-made pre-training and spelling operation at Pakenham, hand-picked beach facilities at Balnarring and recently acquired first-class bong-bong trainign facility, Ciaron truly believes he has the team and the facilities to be among – if not the – best training operations in Australia
Attention to Detail
One of the defining features of the Maher and Eustace partnership is their meticulous attention to detail. From horse selection to training regimens and race planning, no aspect is left to chance. They leave no stone unturned in their quest for excellence, analyzing data, and utilizing advanced technology to optimize the performance of their racehorses.
A Winning Record
The success of Maher and Eustace speaks for itself. They are currently leading the Victorian and Australian trainers premiership, with a strike rate of 19%, 327 winners and over 35 million in prizemoney this season. From prestigious Group 1 races to major carnival victories, their horses consistently grace the winner's circle. With an impressive strike rate and a knack for producing exceptional racehorses, they have earned the trust and admiration of owners and industry professionals alike. Maher and Eustace's success is a testament to their unwavering dedication, tireless work ethic, and ability to maximize the potential of each horse under their care.
Success with Written Tycoon Fillies
Maher and Eustace have had a particular affiliation with Written Tycoon fillies over their relatively short time training. Most notably, Ciaron Maher selected selected Coolangatta who won the 2YO Magic Millions, Group 1 Moir Stakes and recently flew the flag in Royal Ascot. Alongside this, they trained the very talent filly Enthaar who won multiple stakes races including the Group 3 Gimcrack Stakes. Pulse Racing Thoroughbreds are looking to capitlise on this proven match with their most recent purchase at the Magic Millions National Sale.
The filly's dam Set Goals is by Champion sire Snitzel and comes from an impressive black-type family. Set Goals (Snitzel) is a full sister to 8 time winner and Listed placed mare Group winning mare Cafe Royal. Set Goals comes from the most renown family in Australian racing. That of Champion Sires Redoute's Choice, Manhattan Rain and Al Maher! This family has produced a majority of group 1 winners over the past 40 years and has a legacy of runners at the highest level like no other.
The team are very excited about this filly - she is currently being broken in and will get up and going early as a 2YO. There are only a few shares available, GET IN TOUCH now if you are interested in securing a share.
