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Victoria Derby focus for Warren after Geelong Classic win

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Victoria Derby focus for Warren after Geelong Classic win

Grand Pierro won the Listed Geelong Classic on Wednesday. Trainer Jason Warren wants to take him to the Victoria Derby at Flemington on Saturday. Grand Piero was ridden by Craig Williams. Let'srollthedice came second and King's Crossing third. Warren won a Geelong Classic two years ago with Confrontational. Derby nominations close on Monday.  Existing customers only. Excl SA & WA. T’s & C”s apply.

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