Via Sistina storms to dominant win in Champions Stakes
Via Sistina delivered an extraordinary performance at Flemington, claiming her 12th Group 1 title with a commanding win in the Champions Stakes on Saturday. The crowd favorite effortlessly surged ahead of Zambardo and Tom Kitten in the closing stages of the race.
Once jockey James McDonald found open ground, the result seemed inevitable. The pair pulled away to seal another memorable victory for the outstanding mare.
“There was only ever going to be one winner.”
Champions Mile: Ceolwulf triumphs in tight finish
In the Group 1 Champions Mile, Ceolwulf secured a narrow victory over Pericles in a thrilling photo finish. The race had been hyped as another showdown between Pride Of Jenni and Mr Brightside, but both contenders fell short this time.
Pride Of Jenni set the early pace but faded in the final stretch, while Mr Brightside never looked a serious threat throughout the race.
Author’s Summary
Via Sistina confirmed her superstar status with a decisive 12th Group 1 win at Flemington, while Ceolwulf edged Pericles in a dramatic Champions Mile finish.
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