Calling all our Kiwi cousins! Here's the lowdown on your Melbourne Cup hopefuls (from 2023, that is)
Crikey! It's that time of year again – the Melbourne Cup. Two nations stop, fascinators are donned, and dreams of horse-racing glory dance in our heads. But for our fellow Kiwis across the ditch, there's an extra layer of excitement – which New Zealand thoroughbreds will be vying for the Cup this year?
Well, grab your lucky possum-skin hat (that's a thing, right?) because we've got the goss on the valiant steeds from the Land of the Long White Cloud that entered the 2023 Melbourne Cup (because, let's be honest, it's a bit early to be talking about 2024 contenders).
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The Kiwi Charge: From Hopefuls to Household Names
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Eighteen New Zealand-bred champions threw their hats in the ring for the 2023 Cup. Some were seasoned veterans like the multiple Group One winner Sharp ‘N’ Smart, while others were young upstarts ready to prove their mettle. Here are a few of the Kiwi contenders that had us cheering:
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- Dark Destroyer: This mysterious-sounding galloper aimed to live up to his name and cause an upset.
- Ess Vee Are: We're not entirely sure what the "EEV" stands for, but one thing was certain – this horse was ready to rev its engine.
- Full Of Sincerity: Now that's a name we can all get behind. Let's hope their sincerity translated into a winning run.
- Daqiansweet Junior: Because everyone loves a good junior, especially if they bring home the Cup!
Not all Kiwis made the final field, but their hoofprints were all over the nomination list. It goes to show that New Zealand knows how to breed a champion racehorse.
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FAQ: Your Kiwi Cup Queries Answered
- How to spot the Kiwi horses? Look for the silver fern emblem, or ask the jockey if they've packed any emergency pavlova for later.
- How to cheer on the Kiwi horses? Loudly, proudly, and with a good dose of "C'mon ya good thing!" Bonus points for inflatable sheep.
- How to celebrate a Kiwi win? A haka, of course! Just be mindful of your fellow racegoers in the posh stands.
- How to drown your sorrows if a Kiwi horse doesn't win? There's always next year, and besides, who can resist a good sausage sizzle?
- How to find out more about the Melbourne Cup? Google it, or ask your friendly neighbourhood Aussie (we don't bite... much).
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