Jomo whacks them

Freedman-trained newcomer overcomes widest barrier to justify $13 favouritism

The Lee Freedman-trained giant newcomer Jomo making it a one-horse race in the Open Maiden event over the Polytrack 1,000m.
The Lee Freedman-trained giant newcomer Jomo making it a one-horse race in the Open Maiden event over the Polytrack 1,000m. ST PHOTO: SALWA SUANDI
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The vibes were right.

Kranji's giant newcomer Jomo was all the rage last night following his two impressive trial victories and the widest draw of 12 did not prevent the 636kg heavyweight to be backed down to $13 for a win.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on October 20, 2018, with the headline Jomo whacks them. Subscribe