Demon seat master Munro proves comeback at Randwick
Though idle for months, master rider Munro returned to win at Euphrates end Militant and Poundwickr meetings. Heath and strength flagged by medical advice but crowd ovations last Friday and Saturday showed racegoers’ deep respect for the veteran rider’s return after time in America England and the Continent.
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Asteryeet
Sydney
America
England
Continent
Munro
Randwick
Munro Seen As Horse Racing King At Randwick
The piece lauds Munro as a powerful rider with a fiery finish, predicting many more wins this season. It notes strong showings at Randwick and compares his stature to a king among the Knights of the Pluskin, with hopes the Queen may witness his prowess. It recalls a past England visit where the Jockey Club withheld a licence.
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Munro
Randwick
Knights of the Pluskin
Jockey Club
England
Engelish
Barry Smith Injury Raises Concerns Over Riding Future
Jockey Barry Smith, already in the wars after prior crashes, broke a rib and punctured a lung in a Hawkesbury ride on Beau, forcing a likely long layoff and raising questions about his future in racing.
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Barry Smith
Barry Vista
Barry
ASSOUAN Sprints In Nursery Tilt After Muddy Randwick Opener
The Nile colt ASSOUAN, trained by Tommy Smith and ridden by ER. Lucky Williams, showed late progress after a poor start to finish about 10 lengths behind Prince Jumbo in Randwick’s Nursery. Analysts expect him to shine in a six furlong baby race as his connections seek a moderate assignment. Silvero, Silversado postrace. Bon Rouge impressed in Flying finish, finishing four lengths back after tailing early, with trainer George McCahon aiming another strong campaign.
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Mr. ER
Lucky” Williams
Tommy Smith
Randwick
Assquan
Nile
Prince Jambo
Bon Rouge
Regoli
Te Road
George McCahon
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