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Royal Ascot – but not as we know it
For Royal Ascot aficionados, there is a rhyme and reason to one of the world’s great racing festivals. At least, that’s the case nearly every year. In 2020, like with so many other things, the handbook needs to be thrown out the window, the traditions left at the door. For the first time in her... Read More
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Scenic Warrior (NZ)
2 c Proisir – Pemba Nepali by Domesday O: F A L Racing B: T Falcone T: Michael, Wayne and John Hawkes W: Iron Jack Plate, 1200m, June 8, Warwick Farm The Falcone family colours were famously sported by brothers and top three-year-olds Divine Prophet (Choisir) and Proisir (Choisir) in the last decade. Proisir’s... Read More
Twitter trainer Beer left having the last laugh as he fires in the winners
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Cherry Tortoni (AUS)
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