Winx unscathed following Turnbull Stakes romp

Darryl Sherer - Sunday October 8

Champion mare Winx has come through her Turnbull Stakes romp unscathed

Photo: Darryl Sherer

Winx was untroubled to make it 21 consecutive wins with a 6 1/2-length demolition of her rivals and Johanne Taylor, Melbourne foreman for trainer Chris Waller, said Winx was in "remarkable order" on Sunday morning.

"She ate up last night and we're happy with her this morning for sure," Taylor said.

"We all know what she's capable of and without the ear muffs yesterday she really woke up.

"It was very special, a bit overwhelming and she's just a once in a lifetime horse.

Taylor said the three weeks until the Cox Plate will be as normal for Winx.

"Our job now is to keep her safe and happy to the Cox Plate," Taylor said.

"It's fantastic to see the reception she gets from the crowd - she's a bit like a rockstar and I think she knows it too."

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