Stanley Express (2g Starspangledbanner x Vivid (Eavesdropper)) for C W McDonald. Caulfield race 8
MM Gold Coast National Weanling Sale Vendor: Emirates Park, Murrurundi, NSW; Buyer: Josiah Ma/Shane McGrath $110,000
Starspangledbanner - New Winner
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Vale, Hayasugi
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