Queensland continue to dominate

Buffering was easily the crowd favourite, as he was taking aim at winning three Moir Stakes in a row. Punters on-course however were apprehensive of his chance. Not only was Buffering resuming from an injury sustained earlier in the year. But he also had to fend off a new star in-the-making, unbeaten filly Petits Filous.

The Stage was set for a performance to be remembered.

On a beautiful Melbourne evening the Group One event was competitive from the outset.

As the gates opened there was clear direction from three-year-old filly Fontiton to lead. Buffering not to be outdone quickly hustled up on the inside of the filly and they raced side-by-side.

Petits Filous who intially showed speed from the gates was able to tuck in behind the leaders.

With the frenetic speed upfront it meant the field was spread quite apart. Leaving nothing in the locker, Buffering continued to turn the screws. Firstly Petits Filous who had never been tested like this before in a race began to wilt under pressure. Then Fontiton started to feel the pinch and the filly was weakening. Ball of Muscle came up along the inside for one final effort to haul in the leader, but to no avail. Buffering was resilient holding off all challenges.

Rob Heathcote was a very proud trainer as he recalled the concluding stages.

"The horse showed his customary fight, tenacity and kicked on the corner he was too tough"

Buffering's next assignment would be to run in the Manikato. Then follow up in the Darly Classic and possibly a trip again to Perth.

Thoroughbred action will once again return to Moonee Valley on October 24th. It will be Grand Final day for the club which shall host the Group One International Cox Plate.