People at Magic Millions on Sunday

Breednet - Sunday January 9

Maree McEwan has been out and about on Sunday speaking to some more of the players in this week’s Magic Millions Gold Coast Sale.

Mel Copelin from Torryburn Stud

Fergal Connolly from Valiant Stud

Ian Smith from Edinburgh Park

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Wayne Bedggood from Cressfield

Luke McDonald from Westbury Stud

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Kiwi Bred Anemacore Strikes in Listed Sunshine Coast Cup

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People at Karaka

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Way To The Stars Secures Second Stakes Victory

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El Roca Filly Dream Roca Gives Birchley Third Karaka Million Victory

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