Via Sistina has successfully defended her Cox Plate crown, edging out Buckaroo and giving trainer Chris Waller his sixth win in the weight-for-age championship.
In a thrilling race, Via Sistina, ridden by James McDonald, secured a fourth straight win in Australasia's weight-for-age championship, with Treasurethe Moment finishing third.
I love this place, I'm blessed to ride champion racehorses, blessed to be a part of a champion stable, and she was trained to the minute.
Author's summary: Via Sistina wins Cox Plate with James McDonald.