Aeratus has gone to the paddock for a well earned rest after winning four races during his winter campaign.

There could have been another win in the pipeline, however, that was the decision, there is no turning back when Mick Price makes decisions.

He generally sends his horses to the paddock when he believes they need a break, not when they have to tell him.

When horses are turned out still feeling well he expects them to return to the stable in the same order, ready to go on with.

Aeratus has proved a great advertisement for his sire, Magnus, who has really come of age; he has proved one of the most consistent sires in the state.

The gelding is the home bred product, solely owned by his breeders, Frank and Karen Butler; they tasted success earlier in the day as share holders in Free Of Doubt, who won earlier in the program.

Price is taking a realistic attitude with Aeratus, whilst he is not a spring horse there are still some nice races about and the Cups season is still attractive.

Glen Boss, who had been having a lean day up to the last race, made sure he was going home a winner; the issue was never in doubt.

Aeratus has earned a spell