Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted July 25 Journalists Share Posted July 25 Michael Dee returns to scale on Mark Twain after winning the Roy Higgins at Flemington. (Photo by Ross Holburt/Racing Photos) Mark Twain’s stunning journey to the Group 1 Melbourne Cup (3200m) is gearing up in the Victorian capital next month, featuring four preparatory races for the Kiwi stayer. OTI Racing director Terry Henderson revealed plans on Tuesday, emphasising the five-year-old’s exclusive campaign in Melbourne ahead of the Flemington spectacle on November 5. “The 17th of August is our target to kick him off, followed by a 1700-metre race at Flemington on Makybe Diva Stakes Day (September 15), before we aim for a Turnbull (October 5),” Henderson detailed to Racing.com. “This sets us up for a possible Geelong Cup appearance to prime him for Flemington.” Mark Twain, winner of the Listed Roy Higgins Quality (2600m) at Flemington in March, will commence his campaign in a handicap at Caulfield on August 17. Horse racing news View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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