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  • Richard Gibson praises mafoo as Wellington makes triumphant return, while Joao Moreira dominates with a four-timer

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    As has become customary, Joao Moreira was the headline act with a Boxing Day quartet but, in Richard Gibson’s eyes, mafoo (stable assistant) Josephine Kwok deserved acclaim as the unsung heroine at Sha Tin on Sunday (26 December) following Wellington’s stunning win in the Class 3 Long Ke Handicap (1000m). Posting his fourth win from five starts, Wellington vindicated Gibson’s faith by powering ...

  • Code of Honor, Mr Freeze Work for Met Mile

    Code of Honor, Mr Freeze Work for Met Mile Image 1

    Gr.1 Breeders' Cup Classic winner Vino Rosso has won the Champion Older Dirt Male Award for 2019. Working with trainer Todd Pletcher, co-owners Mike Repole and Vinnie Viola chose to shut down their classic runner Vino Rosso in August of his 3yo season in 2018 for some rest and time away from the track. That decision proved key in Vino Rosso's development as the son of Curlin reached new heights ...