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Ciaron Maher-trained Smokin' Romans wins ballot free exemption race into Caulfield Cup

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Ciaron Maher-trained Smokin' Romans wins ballot free exemption race into Caulfield Cup

Smokin' Romans won the ballot free exemption race into the Caulfield Cup on Saturday. Ciaron Maher trains the horse in partnership with David Eustace. The horse will be a lightweight hope in both cups. Pride Of Jenni won in the Living Legends over 1400 metres. The mare has won three races and earned more than $245,000 in prizemoney. She was ridden by Zac Spain. Smokin’ Romans has been slashed from $101 to $26 at the betting window.

Ciaron Maher-trained Smokin' Romans wins ballot free exemption race into Caulfield Cup.

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