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Empire primed to reign in Magic Millions Classic 2023

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Empire primed to reign in Magic Millions Classic 2023

Empire Of Japan is favourite for Magic Millions 2YO Classic on Saturday. He finished third in the Christmas Eve race at Randwick. It was his first start since winning the Group 3 Breeders Plate at the Randwil on October 1. His trainer Paul Snowden is confident he will improve greatly this weekend. He is the second favourite behind Sovereign Fund. Sovereign fund is raced by Newgate, China Horse Club and Trilogy Racing and partners. Godfather is also a prominent betting favourite.

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