HELLO AND WELCOME TO 3 POINT MOTORS WILLIAM REID STAKES DAY. Today, we celebrate 100 years of one of Australia’s great sprint races. The 3 Point Motors William Reid Stakes honour roll boasts legends of the turf, including Manikato, who incredibly won five consecutive editions. More recently, champions like Apache Cat, Black Caviar, and Imperatriz have claimed multiple victories. It’s fantastic to have Apache Cat on course today from Living Legends. This year’s 3 Point Motors William Reid Stakes has attracted a strong field. Jimmysstar is chasing back-to-back Group 1 sprint victories but faces tough competition from the likes of Stretan Angel, Benedetta, and She’s Bulletproof. Beyond the feature race, today’s program includes five other black-type races, headlined by the DCE Alister Clark Stakes and the Packaging Needs Sunline Stakes at Group 2 level. We’re also delighted to once again host the Victorian Finals of the National Pony Series, in partnership with Thoroughbred Industry Careers and Pony Club Australia. These finals showcase young riders wearing some of racing’s most famous silks. It’s a fantastic day for families, with plenty of activities for the kids, including a visit from Crossword the Shetland. Enjoy your day at The Valley, and I look forward to seeing you at our final meeting of the 2024/25 season—Manhari Saturday at The Valley on 26 April. CHAIR ADAM LENNEN CHAIR’S WELCOME Moonee Valley Racing Club respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, and pay our respects to its Elders past, present and emerging.
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