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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Mar 23, 1939
Page
12
A fragmented excerpt recounts Steve Donoghue and racing intrigue. It hints at deceptive plots and a rider’s misdirection, tracing a tale of turf swindles, stakes, and racing personalities amid tangled recollections.
The article recounts a chaotic Doncaster scene on Sixth Installer L day as The Squire vies for racing glory. The story names The Squire overcoming rivals, a “wire” incident, and a tense pursuit by jockeys and agents amid racing intrigue.
Bracken rose from apprentice to celebrated Australian racehorse rider. He suffered a fall at 14, recovered, and returned to win major races in Sydney and Melbourne before retirement. The piece recalls his battles, victories, and the fame that followed, detailing rivals, notable mounts, and his enduring impact on Australian racing lore.
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