Gai Waterhouse’s imposing six-year-old gelding Theseo claimed his fourth Group 1 victory on Saturday when he took out the first Group 1 race of the autumn in Sydney, the $300, 000 Group 1 Chipping Norton Stakes (1600m).

Held at Warwick Farm for the first time in three years, the 2010 Chipping Norton Stakes was a thrilling affair as Theseo, in only his second start back from a long spell due to injury, claimed a powerful yet narrow victory ahead of odds-on favourite Rangirangdoo.

Theseo ($7) led from the start but was challenged by the Chris Waller-trained Rangirangdoo ($2.70) who moved up to the rails and into the lead inside the 100m mark.

Theseo pulled out a brilliant last burst of acceleration to push to the front, crossing the line a half head in front of Rangriangdoo. Rangriangdoo’s stablemate Danleigh ($7), fresh off a win in the Group 2 Apollo Stakes, did well to make up ground and finish two lengths back in third place.

For more detailed results from the 2010 Chipping Norton Stakes click on the race name.

The meeting also featured a number of other great Group race features including the $150, 000 Group 2 Surround Stakes (1400m) won by Gai Waterhouse’s impressive filly More Joyous; the $125, 000 Group 3 Kindergarten Stakes (1100m) where Solar Charged burst into Golden Slipper favouritism; and the $125, 000 Group 3 Liverpool City Cup (1300m) also taken out by Waterhouse when her four-year-old son of Choisir Dreamscape beat home Triple Honour.

Patinack Farm Chipping Norton Stakes Results: