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Post by UpInClass on Oct 31, 2021 0:36:09 GMT -5
FLEMINGTON (AUS)
November 1, 2021
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Post by tenfurlongs on Nov 1, 2021 7:31:58 GMT -5
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Post by UpInClass on Nov 1, 2021 8:42:42 GMT -5
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Post by UpInClass on Nov 1, 2021 8:47:55 GMT -5
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1hooper
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Post by 1hooper on Nov 1, 2021 8:51:28 GMT -5
Amazing journey for Spanish Mission. Quarantine in England,then fly to Doha+Singapore+Sydney then Melbourne. More quarantine then a series of X-rays and bone scans.
Kicked his stall and the AUS vets were freaking out. Did I mention the covid protocols that kept his handlers at home? Add in about $35K for a round trip flight. Huge sporting effort by TVI and Barber that should be acknowledged. To say the Aussies are welcoming would be untrue.
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Post by Badactor on Nov 1, 2021 9:33:32 GMT -5
"It’s really special to pick up a first ride in the Melbourne Cup and it will definitely be the biggest day of my career" Rachel King will be flying the flag for British racing after being booked to ride Pondus (33-1) on her debut in the Melbourne Cup. |
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Post by elkurzhal on Nov 1, 2021 9:39:26 GMT -5
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Post by Badactor on Nov 1, 2021 10:02:47 GMT -5
Great listen... thank you, Elk! She sounds confident - hits the board/ maybe wins it all. Wouldn't that be somethin'?
Pondus @ a price!  |
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Post by cherokeescot on Nov 1, 2021 22:36:27 GMT -5
Rooting for Spanish Mission but will have a punt on Sir Lucan at a decent price
Most importantly may they all come home safe.
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Post by Badactor on Nov 1, 2021 23:30:17 GMT -5
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1hooper
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Post by 1hooper on Nov 2, 2021 10:37:46 GMT -5
Spanish Mission travelled great but the winner was much the best. Looked like he had a shot turning for home. $550,000 for third.
Might go to Hong Kong next month for the HK Vase, if he runs there his travel back to England will be paid by Hong Kong Jockey Club.
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Post by phlierfreak on Nov 3, 2021 20:49:57 GMT -5
Anyone have any thoughts on today’s flemington
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Post by tenfurlongs on Nov 11, 2021 11:43:41 GMT -5
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1hooper
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Post by 1hooper on Nov 11, 2021 12:07:29 GMT -5
Seven figures TW. The Melbourne Cup experience was a factor in getting out and frankly his stud value is limited.
He was fun to follow vs Stradivarius. Wishing him the best in a '22 try at the MC.
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