Tag: njc
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KRIS LEES CARRIES LOCAL HOPES IN THE CAMERON AND NEWCASTLE GOLD CUP
The Newcastle Jockey Club’s biggest week of racing has begun, with a special barrier draw for Thursday’s Gold Cup. Top weight Destiny’s Kiss will start from barrier one, while local trainer Kris Lees has three runners in the main event, including Taree Cup winner, Slivovitz. The Lees stable will also saddle up Slow Pace in…
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PAUL PERRY CLAIMS NJC TRAINERS TITLE
Paul Perry has taken out the Newcastle trainers premiership, claiming two races at Broadmeadow this afternoon. He and Kris Lees were tied on 19 wins at the start of the meeting, but Archibald gave Perry the upper hand after race three. [Notes:1.20.53] He increased his lead in race five. “Off the Bench giving chase but…
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NJC BOARD TAKES SHAPE AHEAD OF NEWMARKET
The Newcastle Jockey Club has announced the three independent members who’ve been approved by Racing New South Wales to complete its new board. It comes the day before one of the club’s most prestigious races, the Group 3 Newmarket Handicap.