After securing a frustrating third-place finish three times in seven rides during her debut meeting last week, Jerlyn Seow wasted no time in making her mark by clinching a double at Kuala Lumpur on Sunday.
Seow made history by becoming the first female apprentice to win a title in the local circuit, achieving an impressive 14 victories in Singapore last year. Now, Seow is pursuing even more success in the saddle, having been granted a license by the Selangor Turf Club for the 2024 season.
Her debut win occurred on the former Singapore galloper LIM’S DENALI in the Class 3 – 1075m sprint.
“I didn’t expect her to win because it was her first race here (in Kuala Lumpur),” said Seow.
“She had two trials. The trainer told me to give her a nice, comfortable run. It was a great feeling because the horse was flying home like a rocket. Finally I got my first win here.
“I came to Malaysia because I want to gain more experience and improve myself. By the time I turn professional, I can hopefully look forward to ride overseas.
“Also, it gives me the chance to reunite with horses that I have ridden before in Singapore. I was so happy when STEEL CUTTER won (earlier today). He was the first horse that I rode when I started out.”
Seow’s afternoon in the saddle became even better when she won on ROYAL FLUSH.
ROYAL FLUSH finished the 2023 season with a win and a second but has not raced since September.
ROYAL FLUSH was beaten for early pace from his outside barrier (10) but Seow managed to work her way between horses in the straight and charged home to win by 3/4 length. It was her third win in 26 runs.
While LIM’S DENALI returned a handsome RM64, ROYAL FLUSH started favourite despite the four-month break and paid RM16.
