Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted October 8 Journalists Share Posted October 8 Zac Purton will partner Land Legend in the Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup. Photo: HKJC. Zac Purton has secured his rides for the upcoming Caulfield and Melbourne Cups, with the Hong Kong-based jockey confirmed to partner Land Legend in both races. This follows the Chris Waller-trained galloper’s impressive victory in last Saturday’s Group 1 Metropolitan (2400m). The Hong Kong Jockey Club made the announcement on Tuesday, stating: “Jockey Purton will return to Hong Kong immediately following those race meetings to fulfil his riding engagements in Hong Kong.” Land Legend, who was initially priced at $51 for the Melbourne Cup (3200m) with horse racing bookmakers, has now shortened to $18 after the Metropolitan win. The horse was also handed a 1kg penalty, bringing his weight to 53 kilograms in both Cups. Racing Victoria’s head of handicapping, David Hegan, commented on Land Legend’s performance: “Land Legend’s performance in the Metropolitan was most impressive, drawing away from the rest of the pack with runner-up, VRC Oaks winner Zardozi. “Whilst it was only the narrowest of margins, it was a performance that was worthy of a penalty from a horse that was only third-up from almost a year off the scene.” The 1kg penalty mirrors that given to previous Metropolitan winners No Compromise (2022) and Montefilia (2021). Horse racing news View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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