Outstanding Kiwi galloper Patrick Erin sat atop the Sydney staying ranks on Saturday afternoon after he produced a devastating sprint to capture the Gr.

Kiwi Bred Wins G1 Metrop

In a race dominated by imported European stayers, the Group I ATC The Metropolitan over 2400 metres at Randwick on Saturday delivered victory for progressive Kiwi bred gelding Patrick Erin, prepared by champion trainer Chris Waller.

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