Racing runs in Mitch Freedman’s blood. His grandfather was a bookmaker and his father worked in the industry, providing Mitch with early exposure to horses and the racing environment.

Prior to obtaining his trainer’s licence, Mitch gained valuable experience working with some of Victoria’s most respected trainers, including Kathryn and Craig Durden, Andrew Payne, and Dan O’Sullivan. He then spent a significant period with Melbourne Cup-winning trainer Darren Weir, where he ultimately served as foreman of the Warrnambool stable. In this role, Mitch was responsible for the care and management of a number of elite horses, including dual Group 1 winner Platelet, top mare May’s Dream, and Puissance De Lune, who delivered a memorable Emirates Stakes Day victory in 2012.

During his time with Weir, Mitch developed a strong understanding of the benefits of varied training routines and beach work, strategies designed to maintain horses’ physical conditioning and mental well-being. He further enhanced his knowledge internationally, gaining insight into European training methods while working with leading trainers David Simcock and Andrew Balding. This combination of local and international experience has informed Mitch’s disciplined and comprehensive training philosophy.

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