McDonald hopes Zahra made the wrong Melbourne Cup choice

by | Oct 30, 2023 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

James McDonald didn’t envy the predicament Mark Zahra faced during the weekend but remains hopeful that his rival has made the wrong choice for the upcoming Melbourne Cup. McDonald, who is set to ride Gold Trip in the $8 million handicap, expressed his optimism about the stayer’s (Gold Trip) chances…. Read More »

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