Babbington holds fire until World Cup qualifier

KEVIN BABINGTON is reserving his firepower until Sunday’s World Cup qualifier in Florida as he bids to book his ticket for the final.

Babbington holds fire until World Cup qualifier
Fri, 04 Mar, 2005 - 00:00
John Tynan

While giving Carling King a light workout yesterday, the Pennsylvania-based rider said he would not compete the gelding until the qualifier in his quest to attain the points that will cement his place in next month’s Las Vegas showcase.

“I’m working him now and he feels great, but, I’m not doing anything else with him in terms of competition before Sunday. He doesn’t need a run out ... he knows what’s it all about,” said Babington.

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