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Straits Times
6 days ago
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Contributing to Singapore's changing landscape
From bold moves in Sentosa Cove to trailblazing developments in one-north, Ho Bee Land's story is closely entwined with Singapore's urban evolution 'Perseverance, integrity, and excellence are not just values we hold – they are principles that have consistently guided us through economic cycles and evolving markets,' says Chua Thian Poh (left), Ho Bee Land founder and executive chairman with Nicholas Chua, Ho Bee Land CEO. FEW companies can claim to have physically shaped Singapore's landscape quite like Ho Bee Land. Over nearly four decades, the homegrown real estate group has grown from its modest beginnings to become a key contributor to some of the country's most ambitious precincts; most notably, Sentosa Cove and one-north. Founded in 1987 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Dr Chua Thian Poh, Ho Bee Land has progressed alongside Singapore's transformation from a developing city-state to a global economic powerhouse. Its journey reflects a mix of strategic foresight, resilience, and a belief in building for the long term. A pioneer at Sentosa Cove PHOTO: FILE In the early 2000s, when Sentosa Cove was still a blank canvas reclaimed from the sea, few saw the potential of the site as a prime residential enclave. Undeterred, Ho Bee Land was the first private developer to commit to the area, taking the lead in realising Singapore's vision for a world-class waterfront community. Ho Bee Land was the first private developer to commit to the Sentosa Cove area, taking the lead in realising Singapore's vision for a world-class waterfront community. PHOTO: FILE 'At that time, the concept of luxury waterfront living was new to Singapore, but we saw Sentosa Cove's potential to become a world-class seafront precinct,' says Chua. 'More importantly, we believed that such a precinct would strengthen Singapore's positioning as a global gateway city to attract international talent and capital.' That early belief has since paid off. Today, Ho Bee Land is the largest private developer in Sentosa Cove, responsible for five out of the 10 condominium developments and more than 50 landed homes in the area. Its projects, including The Berth by the Cove, The Coast, Turquoise, Seascape, and its latest flagship Cape Royale, set the tone for what luxury waterfront living in Singapore could look like. Cape Royale at Sentosa Cove. While the architectural excellence of its developments drew buyers, Ho Bee Land also had to overcome significant challenges to establish Sentosa Cove as a viable and desirable neighbourhood. 'Being a pioneer in uncharted territory naturally came with its share of challenges – from navigating new or unfamiliar regulations, to addressing early infrastructure needs. But we worked closely with the authorities and continually adjusted to respond to the evolving needs of the market,' reveals Chua. Today, as urban homes become more compact and densely situated, the value proposition of Sentosa Cove has only grown. 'Buyers increasingly value open layouts, tranquil surroundings, and the sense of space that waterfront living at Sentosa Cove uniquely offers,' says Chua. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. 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In 2013, Ho Bee Land completed The Metropolis, a 1.2 million sq ft Grade A office development that redefined commercial possibilities outside the Central Business District. It was, once again, ahead of the curve. The same vision and risk appetite that defined Ho Bee Land's role in Sentosa Cove would later guide its move into one-north, Singapore's master planned innovation district in the west. 'We saw one-north as a strategically located city-fringe district that offered both accessibility and the appeal of green surroundings – a rare combination in land-scarce Singapore,' says Chua. 'With The Metropolis situated right at the Buona Vista MRT interchange, it offered excellent connectivity, making it an attractive alternative for businesses looking for quality office space without the premium of a CBD address.' That early move into the city-fringe proved visionary. The Metropolis attracted a host of multinational tenants, helping to drive one-north's emergence as a bustling business and research hub. A second phase came in 2024 with the launch of Elementum, a biomedical sciences hub adjacent to The Metropolis. Designed with sustainability and wellness in mind, the development includes end-of-trip facilities, a community lawn, and is certified Green Mark Platinum by the Building and Construction Authority of Singapore. Importantly, it also connects to the Buona Vista node of the Rail Corridor, demonstrating Ho Bee Land's commitment to enhancing public spaces and mobility. 'When envisioning The Metropolis and Elementum, we looked beyond building modern, quality, Grade A office spaces for business needs,' explains Chua. 'We also wanted to contribute meaningfully to a vibrant one-north precinct by enhancing connectivity and engagement, integrating green spaces, lifestyle amenities, and community-friendly features.' Through these developments, Ho Bee Land has helped shape one-north into a hub for collaboration, innovation, and community. Long-term thinking From its humble beginnings in 1987 to large-scale commercial campuses today, Ho Bee Land has built its reputation on integrity and perseverance. Its track record has been tested through multiple economic crises, including the Asian and Global financial crises, and the Covid-19 pandemic. 'These significant events have reinforced our belief in long-term planning, prudent financial management, and the importance of adaptability. Perseverance, integrity, and excellence are not just values we hold – they are principles that have consistently guided us through economic cycles and evolving markets,' says Chua. That same spirit of stewardship has guided Ho Bee Land's sustainability and digitalisation agenda. The firm continues to invest in green building standards and smart building technologies across its developments. 'We view ESG and digitalisation as critical pillars in staying relevant and resilient in a rapidly evolving landscape,' Chua notes. 'We want to ensure our office and residential developments deliver long-term value to our stakeholders responsibly and thoughtfully.' Equally central to Ho Bee Land's long-term strategy is its commitment to people. 'Many of our colleagues have grown alongside the company,' says Ho Bee Land CEO Nicholas Chua. 'We believe in creating an environment where people can thrive, not just professionally, but as individuals. Whether through training, wellness initiatives or staff-led charitable efforts, we see our people as our greatest asset in building a sustainable, purpose-driven organisation.' Nicholas Chua was appointed Executive Director and CEO in January 2022, after joining the Group in 2002. Over the past two decades, he has held several senior management roles and has been instrumental in expanding Ho Bee Land's development and investment presence in Singapore, as well as overseas in Australia, China, and the UK. Ho Bee Land's long-term mindset also extends to its external partnerships. Over the years, apart from undertaking developments on her own, the Group has also partnered well-established developers to undertake projects in Singapore and in China. Investing in community Beyond developing physical spaces, Ho Bee Land is committed to building communities. This philosophy is especially evident in how the company integrates wellness, accessibility, and culture into its developments. The Rail Corridor, nestled between The Metropolis and Elementum is thoughtfully created by Ho Bee Land. It serves as the tie that binds both developments, creating shared values and enhancing the greenery that surrounds the precinct. The company is also known for its strong philanthropic ethos. The Ho Bee Foundation, established in 2010, supports causes in education, health care, social welfare, and the arts. Since its inception, it has contributed over $30 million to various charitable causes. In education, the Foundation has made significant contributions to institutions such as NUS, NTU, SMU, and SIT, in areas ranging from campus development to scholarships and leadership programmes aimed at empowering the next generation. The Foundation is also a long-time supporter of Ren Ci Hospital and a recipient of the Patron of the Arts Award by the National Arts Council, in recognition of its sustained support for the arts. It also organises the Arts for Kids initiative, using curated art tours to inspire creativity among young learners. That commitment to giving back reflects Chua's personal values, who is regarded as one of Singapore's leading philanthropists. 'As the nation enters its next chapter, we see our role as one of responsible stewardship – creating spaces that not only meet present needs, but also enrich communities and safeguard the environment for generations to come,' he says. As Singapore marks its 60th year of independence, Ho Bee Land has shown what local enterprise, vision, and persistence can achieve. From being the first mover in Sentosa Cove, to building the foundations of an innovation precinct at one-north, the company has played an important role in shaping modern Singapore. Says Chua: 'Our legacy is not just defined by the landmarks we have built, but by the lives we have touched and the value we have created for the communities.' Ho Bee Land's key milestones at a glance 1987: Ho Bee Land was founded with the vision of becoming a prominent real estate developer. 1996: First foray into London. 1999: Listed on the Singapore Exchange. 2003: Became the pioneer developer at Sentosa Cove with The Berth by the Cove. 2012: Ventured into Australia with its first residential development in the iconic Surfers Paradise at Gold Coast. 2014: The Metropolis officially opened by then-prime minister Lee Hsien Loong. 2024: Elementum opens, along with the revitalised Buona Vista node of the Rail Corridor.
Business Times
05-08-2025
- Business
- Business Times
Contributing to Singapore's changing landscape
FEW companies can claim to have physically shaped Singapore's landscape quite like Ho Bee Land. Over nearly four decades, the homegrown real estate group has grown from its modest beginnings to become a key contributor to some of the country's most ambitious precincts; most notably, Sentosa Cove and one-north. Founded in 1987 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Dr Chua Thian Poh, Ho Bee Land has progressed alongside Singapore's transformation from a developing city-state to a global economic powerhouse. Its journey reflects a mix of strategic foresight, resilience, and a belief in building for the long term. A pioneer at Sentosa Cove FILE PHOTO In the early 2000s, when Sentosa Cove was still a blank canvas reclaimed from the sea, few saw the potential of the site as a prime residential enclave. Undeterred, Ho Bee Land was the first private developer to commit to the area, taking the lead in realising Singapore's vision for a world-class waterfront community. Ho Bee Land was the first private developer to commit to the Sentosa Cove area, taking the lead in realising Singapore's vision for a world-class waterfront community. FILE PHOTO 'At that time, the concept of luxury waterfront living was new to Singapore, but we saw Sentosa Cove's potential to become a world-class seafront precinct,' says Chua. 'More importantly, we believed that such a precinct would strengthen Singapore's positioning as a global gateway city to attract international talent and capital.' That early belief has since paid off. Today, Ho Bee Land is the largest private developer in Sentosa Cove, responsible for five out of the 10 condominium developments and more than 50 landed homes in the area. Its projects, including The Berth by the Cove, The Coast, Turquoise, Seascape, and its latest flagship Cape Royale, set the tone for what luxury waterfront living in Singapore could look like. Cape Royale at Sentosa Cove. While the architectural excellence of its developments drew buyers, Ho Bee Land also had to overcome significant challenges to establish Sentosa Cove as a viable and desirable neighbourhood. 'Being a pioneer in uncharted territory naturally came with its share of challenges – from navigating new or unfamiliar regulations, to addressing early infrastructure needs. But we worked closely with the authorities and continually adjusted to respond to the evolving needs of the market,' reveals Chua. Today, as urban homes become more compact and densely situated, the value proposition of Sentosa Cove has only grown. 'Buyers increasingly value open layouts, tranquil surroundings, and the sense of space that waterfront living at Sentosa Cove uniquely offers,' says Chua. one-north: Vision for the future FILE PHOTO The same vision and risk appetite that defined Ho Bee Land's role in Sentosa Cove would later guide its move into one-north, Singapore's master planned innovation district in the west. In 2013, Ho Bee Land completed The Metropolis, a 1.2 million sq ft Grade A office development that redefined commercial possibilities outside the Central Business District. It was, once again, ahead of the curve. The same vision and risk appetite that defined Ho Bee Land's role in Sentosa Cove would later guide its move into one-north, Singapore's master planned innovation district in the west. 'We saw one-north as a strategically located city-fringe district that offered both accessibility and the appeal of green surroundings – a rare combination in land-scarce Singapore,' says Chua. 'With The Metropolis situated right at the Buona Vista MRT interchange, it offered excellent connectivity, making it an attractive alternative for businesses looking for quality office space without the premium of a CBD address.' That early move into the city-fringe proved visionary. The Metropolis attracted a host of multinational tenants, helping to drive one-north's emergence as a bustling business and research hub. A second phase came in 2024 with the launch of Elementum, a biomedical sciences hub adjacent to The Metropolis. Designed with sustainability and wellness in mind, the development includes end-of-trip facilities, a community lawn, and is certified Green Mark Platinum by the Building and Construction Authority of Singapore. Importantly, it also connects to the Buona Vista node of the Rail Corridor, demonstrating Ho Bee Land's commitment to enhancing public spaces and mobility. 'When envisioning The Metropolis and Elementum, we looked beyond building modern, quality, Grade A office spaces for business needs,' explains Chua. 'We also wanted to contribute meaningfully to a vibrant one-north precinct by enhancing connectivity and engagement, integrating green spaces, lifestyle amenities, and community-friendly features.' Through these developments, Ho Bee Land has helped shape one-north into a hub for collaboration, innovation, and community. Long-term thinking From its humble beginnings in 1987 to large-scale commercial campuses today, Ho Bee Land has built its reputation on integrity and perseverance. Its track record has been tested through multiple economic crises, including the Asian and Global financial crises, and the Covid-19 pandemic. 'These significant events have reinforced our belief in long-term planning, prudent financial management, and the importance of adaptability. Perseverance, integrity, and excellence are not just values we hold – they are principles that have consistently guided us through economic cycles and evolving markets,' says Chua. That same spirit of stewardship has guided Ho Bee Land's sustainability and digitalisation agenda. The firm continues to invest in green building standards and smart building technologies across its developments. 'We view ESG and digitalisation as critical pillars in staying relevant and resilient in a rapidly evolving landscape,' Chua notes. 'We want to ensure our office and residential developments deliver long-term value to our stakeholders responsibly and thoughtfully.' Equally central to Ho Bee Land's long-term strategy is its commitment to people. 'Many of our colleagues have grown alongside the company,' says Ho Bee Land CEO Nicholas Chua. 'We believe in creating an environment where people can thrive, not just professionally, but as individuals. Whether through training, wellness initiatives or staff-led charitable efforts, we see our people as our greatest asset in building a sustainable, purpose-driven organisation.' Nicholas Chua was appointed Executive Director and CEO in January 2022, after joining the Group in 2002. Over the past two decades, he has held several senior management roles and has been instrumental in expanding Ho Bee Land's development and investment presence in Singapore, as well as overseas in Australia, China, and the UK. Ho Bee Land's long-term mindset also extends to its external partnerships. Over the years, apart from undertaking developments on her own, the Group has also partnered well-established developers to undertake projects in Singapore and in China. Investing in community Beyond developing physical spaces, Ho Bee Land is committed to building communities. This philosophy is especially evident in how the company integrates wellness, accessibility, and culture into its developments. The Rail Corridor, nestled between The Metropolis and Elementum is thoughtfully created by Ho Bee Land. It serves as the tie that binds both developments, creating shared values and enhancing the greenery that surrounds the precinct. The company is also known for its strong philanthropic ethos. The Ho Bee Foundation, established in 2010, supports causes in education, health care, social welfare, and the arts. Since its inception, it has contributed over $30 million to various charitable causes. In education, the Foundation has made significant contributions to institutions such as NUS, NTU, SMU, and SIT, in areas ranging from campus development to scholarships and leadership programmes aimed at empowering the next generation. The Foundation is also a long-time supporter of Ren Ci Hospital and a recipient of the Patron of the Arts Award by the National Arts Council, in recognition of its sustained support for the arts. It also organises the Arts for Kids initiative, using curated art tours to inspire creativity among young learners. That commitment to giving back reflects Chua's personal values, who is regarded as one of Singapore's leading philanthropists. 'As the nation enters its next chapter, we see our role as one of responsible stewardship – creating spaces that not only meet present needs, but also enrich communities and safeguard the environment for generations to come,' he says. As Singapore marks its 60th year of independence, Ho Bee Land has shown what local enterprise, vision, and persistence can achieve. From being the first mover in Sentosa Cove, to building the foundations of an innovation precinct at one-north, the company has played an important role in shaping modern Singapore. Says Chua: 'Our legacy is not just defined by the landmarks we have built, but by the lives we have touched and the value we have created for the communities.' Ho Bee Land's key milestones at a glance 1987: Ho Bee Land was founded with the vision of becoming a prominent real estate developer. 1996: First foray into London. 1999: Listed on the Singapore Exchange. 2003: Became the pioneer developer at Sentosa Cove with The Berth by the Cove. 2012: Ventured into Australia with its first residential development in the iconic Surfers Paradise at Gold Coast. 2014: The Metropolis officially opened by then-prime minister Lee Hsien Loong. 2024: Elementum opens, along with the revitalised Buona Vista node of the Rail Corridor.
Herald Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Herald Sun
Know Thyself sneaks into Scone Cup field
Don't miss out on the headlines from Horse Racing. Followed categories will be added to My News. Hometown hero Know Thyself will get his chance to capture his second feature in less than a week after sneaking into Friday's Listed $200,000 Scone Cup (1600m) field. The Paul Messara and Leah Gavranich-trained galloper was touch-and-go to make Scone's Big Dance qualifier on Monday but gained a start after acceptances with a capacity field of 16 runners and four emergencies. • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Know Thyself is hunting a fifth consecutive victory in the feature event and will be on the six-day back-up following his victory last Saturday in Gosford's $500,000 The Coast (1600m). He is attempting to emulate the feats of 2022 The Coast winner Rustic Steel, which backed up successfully to prevail in the Scone Cup while also scoring in the Big Dance later the following year. Ashley Morgan, set to ride at 54kg, will retain the steer on this year's Country Championships winner with Messara looking to add another Scone Cup 15 years after he won the race on his home track with Obvious Choice. Know Thyself opened as a clear $3.50 favourite with the bookies. • Doomben 10,000 Day fields full of quality The Scone Cup field is dominated by the Annabel and Rob Archibald yard with the stable a chance to saddle up as many as five starters. The stable didn't accept with My Oberon but have a strong hand with the likes of West Of Africa ($11) and Group 1 winner Port Lockroy ($11) is among them. Newcastle trainer Kris Lees has both Tavi Time ($6) and Loch Eagle ($26). All five stakes races on Saturday's feature card have drawn capacity fields with emergencies in what is a huge for the Scone carnival's second day of racing. Messara and Gavranich will go in search of a stakes double across the weekend with Clear Thinking in line to make her return from a short freshen-up in the Listed $200,000 Ortensia Stakes (1100m). The Archibalds could be set for a massive weekend with Written In Code the horse to beat in the Group 3 $250,000 Dark Jewel Classic (1400m). The mare landed among the emergencies in the Listed $200,000 Luskin Star Stakes (1300m) where a competitive field of 16 runners will line up, likewise the Listed $200,000 Woodlands Stakes (1100m). Unbeaten filly Soft Love, trained by Matt Laurie, will attempt to start her career with a fourth consecutive victory in a full field of 16 runners in the Listed $200,000 Denise's Joy Stakes (1100m). ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ The Scone track was rated a soft (5) at acceptance time. The rail will be in the true position on Friday and then moved out to the 2-metre position from the 800 to the 400m for Saturday's meeting. The Bureau Of Meteorology forecast for Scone is. Wednesday – Partly cloudy. 23. Thursday – Mostly cloudy (70% chance of 0-7mm of rain). 20. Friday – Partly cloudy. 21. Saturday – Partly cloudy. 22. CLICK HERE to get the fields and free formguide for the Scone meeting on Friday. CLICK HERE to get the fields and free formguide for the Scone meeting on Saturday. Originally published as Country star Know Thyself to get chance in Listed Scone Cup
News.com.au
14-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Country star Know Thyself to get chance in Listed Scone Cup
Hometown hero Know Thyself will get his chance to capture his second feature in less than a week after sneaking into Friday's Listed $200,000 Scone Cup (1600m) field. The Paul Messara and Leah Gavranich -trained galloper was touch-and-go to make Scone 's Big Dance qualifier on Monday but gained a start after acceptances with a capacity field of 16 runners and four emergencies. Know Thyself is hunting a fifth consecutive victory in the feature event and will be on the six-day back-up following his victory last Saturday in Gosford 's $500,000 The Coast (1600m). He is attempting to emulate the feats of 2022 The Coast winner Rustic Steel, which backed up successfully to prevail in the Scone Cup while also scoring in the Big Dance later the following year. Ashley Morgan, set to ride at 54kg, will retain the steer on this year's Country Championships winner with Messara looking to add another Scone Cup 15 years after he won the race on his home track with Obvious Choice. Know Thyself opened as a clear $3.50 favourite with the bookies. Know Thyself makes it four on the trot and wins The Coast! ðŸ'¥ @AshMorgan6 | @Paulmessara | @LGavranich — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) May 10, 2025 The Scone Cup field is dominated by the Annabel and Rob Archibald yard with the stable a chance to saddle up as many as five starters. The stable didn't accept with My Oberon but have a strong hand with the likes of West Of Africa ($11) and Group 1 winner Port Lockroy ($11) is among them. Newcastle trainer Kris Lees has both Tavi Time ($6) and Loch Eagle ($26). All five stakes races on Saturday's feature card have drawn capacity fields with emergencies in what is a huge for the Scone carnival's second day of racing. Messara and Gavranich will go in search of a stakes double across the weekend with Clear Thinking in line to make her return from a short freshen-up in the Listed $200,000 Ortensia Stakes (1100m). The Archibalds could be set for a massive weekend with Written In Code the horse to beat in the Group 3 $250,000 Dark Jewel Classic (1400m). The mare landed among the emergencies in the Listed $200,000 Luskin Star Stakes (1300m) where a competitive field of 16 runners will line up, likewise the Listed $200,000 Woodlands Stakes (1100m). Unbeaten filly Soft Love, trained by Matt Laurie, will attempt to start her career with a fourth consecutive victory in a full field of 16 runners in the Listed $200,000 Denise's Joy Stakes (1100m). â– â– â– â– â– The Scone track was rated a soft (5) at acceptance time. The rail will be in the true position on Friday and then moved out to the 2-metre position from the 800 to the 400m for Saturday's meeting. The Bureau Of Meteorology forecast for Scone is. Wednesday – Partly cloudy. 23. Thursday – Mostly cloudy (70% chance of 0-7mm of rain). 20. Friday – Partly cloudy. 21. Saturday – Partly cloudy. 22.
News.com.au
11-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Mitch Cohen's Blackbook: Five to follow from The Coast day
Daily Telegraph racing expert Mitch Cohen has run the rule over Saturday's The Coast meeting and found a few he reckons are worth following. FIVE TO FOLLOW SARAPO (2nd, race 2) Stablemate Hidden Achievement certainly deserves following after winning the 2YO event but you'd have to expect this bloke has even more improvement given he was on debut. Trainer Chris Waller has two nice colts on his hands. Hidden Achievement makes it look effortless at Gosford! Adam Hyeronimus gets an early race-to-race double! ✌ï¸� @cwallerracing — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) May 10, 2025 HURSTVILLE ZAGREB (2nd, race 3) His unbeaten record was blemished but trainers John O'Shea and Tom Charlton would have loved what they saw from him first-up. He's got a Queensland Derby nomination and is going to appreciate getting up in trip. DUVANA (3rd, race 3) Jockey Adam Hyeronimus was forced to go back to the inferior ground on the inside with the Chris Waller-trained galloper doing his best work late. This colt is building towards a big performance. ðŸ�‰ Enter The Dragon just holds on and wins in a fiery finish at Gosford! @GaiWaterhouse1 — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) May 10, 2025 ACCREDITED (5th, race 9) He didn't race with a lot of room late in the race on unsuitable soft conditions but was only beaten by half a length. It was a great return and tipping he can go close on firmer ground next time. KING OF ROSEAU (2nd, race 10) He was doing his best work late behind Raikkonen. Runner-up at his past two starts now, a win for this Peter Snowden-trained galloper isn't far away. Raikkonen makes it look easy in the last at Gosford! ðŸ'� @SchofieldChad | @BBakerRacing — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) May 10, 2025 STEWARDS SAY Sequista (race 2): Sustaining multiple lacerations to its off-hind leg in transit. Will require veterinary clearance before racing or trialling again. Tiberius (race 2): Failed to close off in the straight gave the impression that the horse may have come to the end of its preparation. A post-race veterinary examination did not reveal any abnormalities but he will now be spelled. Engine Room (race 4): Continued to hang out in the middle stages and made the turn very wide from the 600m before hanging out in the home straight. He will be required to trial before racing again. Cormac T (race 5): A late scratching after becoming fractious in the gates, resulting in its near-hind leg becoming cast over the back gate. Was found to be 1/5 lame with abrasions to his near-hind leg. You Wahng (race 8): Jockey Andrew Gibbons reported she made an abnormal respiratory noise passing the 600m and from this point began to weaken. The filly undergo a full veterinary assessment, including an endoscopic examination. CRUNCH TIME Sarapo (race 2): Only had one runner behind him at the 600m before surging home to run the fastest final three furlongs of the race while covering more ground than any runner. His final 600m was 35.04 seconds. Miss Jennifer (race 6): She was close to 10 lengths off the leader when flashing home from last with a clear race best last 600m of 33.48 seconds. With clear running in the straight, she could have gone faster. Know Thyself (race 8): Ran a race best 11.76 split between the 1400m to the 1200m was decisive in allowing Ash Morgan settle outside the lead. He got home with a last 600m of 35.87 to win the race. Asgoodassobergets (race 5): The most dominant winner on the card made his move from just off the speed at the 600m, clocking the best final three furlongs. He was the only horse to break 35 seconds on the run home, finishing off in 34.97. Asgoodassobergets charges home and wins at Gosford! ðŸ'¨ @NockBraith | @ANeashamRacing — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) May 10, 2025 TRACK TALK 'Every preparation he's improved as a racehorse and there's no reason why that won't be the case again when he starts off his Everest campaign.' Michael Hawkes on Briasa. 'I felt a little bit vulnerable a furlong and a half out but he dug in late and strongest late.' Ash Morgan on Know Thyself. 'We might have a wet week this week in Scone so if it's a heavy track we might be tempted to go around.' Trainer Paul Messara on the prospect of a Scone Cup for Know Thyself. 'He's never won by big margins but today he was able to put them away well over this trip so it has opened up more options for him going forward.'' Adrian Bott on Les Vampires. 'He is a very nice horse. Six furlong probably isn't his distance but he was just too good for them and is only on the way up.' Adam Hyeronimus on Hidden Achievement. 'I saw the money coming for him, it's definitely not mine.' Richard Litt after Barber's win. Barber with a gutsy win in a tight finish in the Takeover Target Stakes! @G1TySchil — SKY Racing (@SkyRacingAU) May 10, 2025 YOU CAN BET ON IT The Coast Know Thyself was well supported from an opening price of $4.60 and was $3.50 to $2.80 on race day. Big bets were taken of $5000 @ $2.90, $3000 @ $3.10 and $2.90, $2250 @ $2.80 and multiple of $2000 @ $2.80. Gosford Gold Cup Punters got it right with Les Vampires backed from $4.40 into $3 when winning the Gosford Gold Cup. A $2000 bet @ $3 landed with multiple $1000 bets @ $3.30 and $3.20. Takeover Target Stakes A plunge was landed when Barber scored in the Takeover Target after opening at $26 during the week. He was $11 into $8 on race day. THE SCHEDULE Monday: Murwillumbah, Quirindi Tuesday: Taree, Wellington Wednesday: Kensington Thursday: Hawkesbury Friday: Albury, Scone. Saturday: Scone, Kembla Grange, Tuncurry Sunday: Parkes, Sapphire Coast RON DUFFICY'S GOSFORD SNAPSHOT RUN OF THE DAY Les Vampires lifted the bar again winning the Cup with a gritty win. Not only is he looking a nice prospect for the Big Dance in the Spring he might even be more exciting stepping up in distance again. FORGET THEY RAN Plenitude hit a snag on the home turn and should have got a whole lot closer in the Highway while Winning Proposal bombed the start and did a great job to get as close as she did having her first run for the new stable. THE BLACK BOOK Duvana and Hurstville Zagreb are both early in their campaigns and are worth following out of the mile 3yo race. The others to catch the eye were Warnie who went well with improvement to come and Raikkonen who is a good type.
