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Waller reveals Cup decision was Verry difficult

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Waller reveals Cup decision was Verry difficult

Waller reveals Cup decision was Verry Elleegant's difficult. Verries Ellegant will be reunited with regular rider James McDonald. Incentivise is the favourite. In the latest Melbourne Cup betting, Inincentivis is $2.30, Spanish Mission $9, and Twilight Payment $11. Waller is not questioning Verrys staying ability. He is confident she will keep him honest. The draw has made it tricky for Very Ellengant. She is only 440kg and she is being asked to shoulder 57kg.

Verry Elleegant is the reigning Horse of the Year. Chris Waller has four runners in Tuesday's Melbourne Cup. Selino, Ocean Billy and Great House are among them. The 24-horse field is in Melbourne. Verry's mare is related to Octagonal and Lonhro. John Hawkes is only trainer to have prepared 10 or more Group 1 winners since 1978-79. Winx won a world record 25 Group One races.

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