Flandersrain is a Group 3 placed daughter of Flying Spur mare Flying Flanders making her a half to black type winner Eric The Eel who ran third in the Australian Derby before running second in the Group 1 Sha Tin Trophy. Being by Manhattan Rain who famously ran second in the Cox Plate as a 3 year old the same as Anamoe behind bonafide superstar So You Think it is evident her family is more effective over 1600-2400m. Given Maurice's successful track record with both Guineas and Derby winners, he emerges as the perfect match for Flandersrain.. Whilst many horses get the opportunity to perform at 2 this gives breeders the opportunity to target the 3 year old classics and not rush their horses and this cross gives the perfect opportunity for that market.