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Annabel Neesham- trained Sunshine in Paris has been withdrawn from The Everest after a veterinary examination revealed a minor foreleg injury. The trainer informed the Racing NSW Stewards about
the injury and confirmed that the mare will miss The Everest 2023 and all other Spring Carnival events.
The John Camilleri-owned mare was selected by Aquis for their Everest slot following her win in the Gr.2 Sheraco Stakes.
“She has just tweaked a ligament, it’s only a minor strain but it’s not worth the risk,’’ Neasham told Racenet.
“It’s not career-ending, it’s an annoying little setback and you can’t have a setback so close to the big race. We will give her a break now and she should be back for the autumn.’’
“I feel so sorry for John Camilleri,’’ Neasham said “I wouldn’t have swapped Sunshine In Paris for anything else in the field, either.’’
The news of Sunshine In Paris’s withdrawal comes on the back of the news at the weekend that defending champion Giga Kick would also miss the race due to injury.
Sunshine In Paris’ withdrawal has now opened up the field for other contenders for Aquis while Chris Waller Racing, Coolmore, and Yulong, are also re-evaluating their options for the upcoming race.