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Epsom Handicap back-up beckons for Nimalee

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Nimalee won the Racing & Sports Golden Pendant at Rosehill. She is a Group 1 winner of the Queen of The Turf Stakes over the Randwick mile. Her trainer Matthew Smith wants to back her up in the Epsom Handicap next Saturday. Espiona finished fourth, 1-1/2 lengths behind the winner.  Espiona will be examined by the vets before she races again. Existing customers only. 2nd Racing bet.

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