Talented stayer fails vet check, out of Melbourne Cup field

by | Oct 26, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

Deakin will not take his place in this year’s Melbourne Cup after failing a mandatory veterinary scan earlier this week. The Phillip Stokes-trained, OTI Racing-owned import had secured his golden ticket into the famous race after winning the Listed Roy Higgins Quality in March, guaranteeing him a spot in the… Read More »

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