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Craig takes Vlad's advice on Singapore sojourn

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Craig takes Vlad's advice on Singapore sojourn

Craig Williams has landed in Singapore and takes the ride on the Tim Fitzsimmons-trained $5 favourite Mr Black Back in Saturday’s Group 1 Singapore Gold Cup over 2000 metres. He has won the Gold Cups in Melbourne and Sydney in the last two months. Craig has two family connections in Australia and follows the advice of Singapore hero Vlad Duric. He took out the Group. 1 Manikato Stakes (1200m) aboard Bella Nipotina, Group1 Empire Rose Stake (1600m), and The Everest ( 1200m). The meeting is held on Saturday rather than the traditional Sunday slot.

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