
MacDonald feels, at her best, filly Chantilly could battle colts in North America Cup
It’s just a dream right now but James MacDonald believes, at her best, filly Chantilly could challenge the colts in the $1-million North America Cup.
On Monday, Canada’s reigning horse of the year was among 69 nominated for the June 14 race at Woodbine Mohawk Park. It’s believed Chantilly was the first filly ever nominated for the North America Cup.
“She has passed every test with flying colours so far so why not,” said MacDonald, Canada’s top driver the last four years. “There’s not too many two-year-olds that have won horse of the year or gone undefeated so I’d be crazy not to be high on her.
“Now do I think she can step up and beat the boys in the NA Cup? I think that’s a big ask but if there’s a horse that can do it, maybe she’s the one.”