A new Kiwi connection paid instant dividends with the stunning victory of Darci’s Boy last Friday.

Ryan Curatolo, the Frenchman who rides with a distinct American style, came, saw and certainly conquered Singapore.

Longshot Darci’s Boy sprang a major upset in the $35,000 Open Maiden race over 1400m on Sunday, but trainer Bruce Marsh said he did have a hunch he was not without qualities.