War Machine ruled out of the Manikato Stakes

by | Sep 21, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

Stradbroke Handicap winner War Machine has been ruled out of Friday night’s Group 1 Manikato Stakes (1200m) at The Valley after suffering a minor foot abscess. Co-trainer Ben Hayes confirmed that while the setback cost the gelding a week of work, connections remain hopeful of securing a slot in next… Read More »

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