The Darley Champions Sprint
7 November 2024
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Written by VRC
The Darley Champions Sprint, run over 1200 metres along Flemington’s iconic Straight Six, stands as the ultimate test for sprinters, showcasing speed and agility at its finest. Known previously as the Darley Sprint Classic, VRC Sprint Classic, and Patinack Farm Classic, the race dates back to 1868, when Gulnare claimed the inaugural win. Since its elevation to Group 1 in 2007, legends like Phar Lap (1930) and Black Caviar (2010, 2011) have cemented its legacy.
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