Less than two months ago the running of the Melbourne Cup was far from certain as equine flu struck in NSW and Queensland, but a combination of good luck, and good management by Victorian authorities have delivered the Victorian racing industry the miracle it prayed for, writes Jeff Wall.
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Caulfield Guineas Day feels the equine flu impact
Caulfield Guineas day is generally regarded as one of the best in the Spring Racing Carnival, but tomorrow’s program shows evidence of the impact of equine flu on fields in major races… an impact that is likely to grow in the weeks ahead , writes Jeff Wall.
The Spring Racing Carnival begins … cautiously
It’s all system go for Melbourne’s Spring Racing Carnival, but it could all be shut down in a moment, writes Jeff Wall.
The Melbourne Cup is on … for now
Will it, won’t it? Will equine flu find its way into Victoria, or will it stay away, letting the Spring Racing Carnival proceed as normal? Jeff Wall reports.
