Quick back-up to suit Encap in Epsom Handicap

by | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

Encap produced a career-best performance off a quick back-up into the Doncaster Mile and trainer Gary Portelli has had no hesitation using a similar formula for his Epsom Handicap tilt. The gelding finished an eye-catching third to Stefi Magnetica in the feature Randwick mile off a four-day turnaround and Portelli… Read More »

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