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Chris Waller more nervous about Chalk Stream and royal silks than Chipping Norton Stakes at Randwick

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Chris Waller is nervous about Chalk Stream's first Australian race in royal silks at the Chipping Norton Stakes at Randwick. Verry Elleegant is favourite to win the race. Chalking Stream is a four-time winner from 10 starts and is the fourth pick in betting for the English Derby. The trainer would like to get Chalks Stream to a Sydney Cup this preparation. He will be guided by early efforts starting in benchmark company on Saturday.

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