Last Saturday Alligator Blood blew his rivals out of the field with a convincing win in the $2 million Magic Millions Guineas at the Gold Coast. The favourite’s start was in jeopardy when he was caught up in a horror accident on the M1, but the Universe provided. A police escort, a delay in the start of the race and he was good to go, straight off the float…well nearly.
The start was again delayed for several minutes when a horse broke through the barriers, galloping a lap of the course riderless before being withdrawn by stewards.
The gelding lived up to name, derived from a poker term given to outstanding players who prove unflappable under great pressure, winning by 2 lengths.
So many great photos and videos to capture the moment but our favourite it the moment when trainer David Vandyke puts him back in his paddock after his 8 hour round trip.
Great to witness the sheer pleasure of a contented horse, just being a horse.
Congratulations to ecstatic trainer David Vandyke, jockey Ryan Maloney and all connections.
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