DESERT QUEST

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🐎 Horse Profile: Desert Quest (IRE)

Foaled: 10 March 2018
Sex: Gelding
Colour: Bay
Sire: Footstepsinthesand (GB)
Dam: Waha (IRE)
Breeder: (Not publicly listed)

Owner: A Whillans, W Orr, C Spark & J Wright
Trainer: Ewan Whillans

🏇 Racing Overview

Desert Quest is a seasoned and versatile flat handicapper who competes mainly in Class 5 and Class 6 races over middle to staying distances — typically from around 1m 4f to nearly 2m. As a six‑year‑old, he has shown his best form when racing prominently and staying on strongly in the closing stages of his races.

During his career he has achieved multiple wins, including success on the All‑Weather and turf, and frequently runs competitive races, placing regularly behind similar‑class rivals. His style is marked by consistency and a willingness to battle in the finish, making him a reliable competitor in his division.

🧬 Pedigree Notes

By Footstepsinthesand, Desert Quest comes from a sire line known for producing horses with a blend of speed and stamina, suitable for middle to longer distances on the Flat. His dam, Waha, contributes further quality bloodlines, supporting his ability to handle sustained trips and competitive racing conditions.

This balanced pedigree underpins his adaptability and durability across a range of distances and turf or All‑Weather tracks.

🏠 In Training

Under the care of Ewan Whillans, Desert Quest is campaigned with a focus on handicap races where his stamina and race experience can be best utilised. Whillans places him in contests that suit his preferred racing style — often over extended distances where he can settle and finish with strength.

Connections value his consistent placing and occasional wins, and aim to keep him competitive throughout the season by targeting suitable races where his staying ability and tactical speed can make a real impact.

🔎 Key Attributes

  • Preferred trip: ~1m 4f to 1m 7f

  • Ground preference: Effective on both turf and All‑Weather

  • Racing style: Prominent with a strong finish

  • Profile: Consistent and durable middle‑distance Flat handicapper