Marty McFly Flies Again at Ararat
Tuesday, 03 Mar 2026
Marty McFly continued his strong preparation with another dominant display at Ararat on Tuesday, producing a strong late finish to claim the 1100m BM56 Handicap.
The four-year-old has been a model of consistency this campaign, and Tuesday’s victory was further reward for a preparation that has seen him thrive under the care of the Fitzsimmons Racing team. With Tayla Cameron taking advantage of her claim, Marty McFly carried 59kg and proved too strong when it mattered most.
Trainer Tim Fitzsimmons was full of praise for both horse and rider.
“The horse has had such a great prep,” Tim said. “For the seven times he’s raced for us, he’s won three and it could have easily been five with a little more luck.”
Marty McFly appreciated the conditions, relishing the Soft 7 surface after recent runs on firmer tracks.
“He really appreciated the sting out of the ground today and being able to use Tayla’s claim was great too,” Tim added.
While the pre-race plan was to settle slightly closer in the run, the race unfolded differently early. Cameron showed maturity beyond her years, allowing the gelding to find his rhythm rather than forcing the issue.
“The plan was to be a little bit closer with some cover, but I was really impressed how Tayla didn’t panic in the early stages,” Tim said. “She just let him find his feet, found some cover early and then he was travelling so well that she pulled him out on the turn and he was so strong.”
The win was a popular one for the ownership group, particularly Donalds Racing, who have been great supporters of the stable.
“I’m really happy for the owners and Donalds Racing,” Tim said. “I’m sure this horse has a lot more wins in him.”
Tim also acknowledged the team behind the scenes.
“Big thanks to my staff for all their hard work. This win is another great testament to all their work.”
With three wins from seven starts for the stable and several unlucky runs along the way, Marty McFly continues to build an impressive record — and judging by Tuesday’s performance, there is more to come yet.
The four-year-old has been a model of consistency this campaign, and Tuesday’s victory was further reward for a preparation that has seen him thrive under the care of the Fitzsimmons Racing team. With Tayla Cameron taking advantage of her claim, Marty McFly carried 59kg and proved too strong when it mattered most.
Trainer Tim Fitzsimmons was full of praise for both horse and rider.
“The horse has had such a great prep,” Tim said. “For the seven times he’s raced for us, he’s won three and it could have easily been five with a little more luck.”
Marty McFly appreciated the conditions, relishing the Soft 7 surface after recent runs on firmer tracks.
“He really appreciated the sting out of the ground today and being able to use Tayla’s claim was great too,” Tim added.
While the pre-race plan was to settle slightly closer in the run, the race unfolded differently early. Cameron showed maturity beyond her years, allowing the gelding to find his rhythm rather than forcing the issue.
“The plan was to be a little bit closer with some cover, but I was really impressed how Tayla didn’t panic in the early stages,” Tim said. “She just let him find his feet, found some cover early and then he was travelling so well that she pulled him out on the turn and he was so strong.”
The win was a popular one for the ownership group, particularly Donalds Racing, who have been great supporters of the stable.
“I’m really happy for the owners and Donalds Racing,” Tim said. “I’m sure this horse has a lot more wins in him.”
Tim also acknowledged the team behind the scenes.
“Big thanks to my staff for all their hard work. This win is another great testament to all their work.”
With three wins from seven starts for the stable and several unlucky runs along the way, Marty McFly continues to build an impressive record — and judging by Tuesday’s performance, there is more to come yet.