Candlelight Fire (Ballymac Vic-Droopys Peaches, Apr 14) completed a five-timer to land the £8,000 British Breeders Stakes at Nottingham
The 9-4 chance went from trap three with favourite King Kid in trap six. . .
Fire crossed the winning line in 29.70 from Romeo Desperado (T2 7-2).
The forecast was a testament to ability and patience as both runners had suffered significant injuries earlier in their careers.
“Fire had finished lame in a run-off for the ’16 Ladbrokes Puppy Derby semi final.
Mick Parker, husband of trainer and breeder Elaine, watched the race from home and said: “Absolutely thrilled and it makes such a difference when you have bred them yourself.
“He is still going strong, but he hasn’t been overraced and we look forward to Towcester.”
