Classic Flag

1998 Gr1 Rothmans July Handicap, Classic Flag, David Ferraris, Anthony Delpech (photo: Gold Circle)

Can’t Beat A Classic

Classic’s paddock may be empty, but he lies buried in his favourite corner and his achievements are engraved in history. He was a little horse with the presence of champions.

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The Classic Endures

The Eastern Cape surely boasts the most competitive staying ranks in the country and the Lakeside Handicap on Friday didn’t disappoint with a son of a former Rothman’s July Handicap winner outstaying his opposition

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An Eastern Cape Dynasty – Good Greeff, Alan!

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