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The Race of Dreams: Grand Flaneur

The Race of Dreams: Grand Flaneur

The versatile 1880 winner

Grand Flaneur holds a special place in racing history as the only horse to win a Melbourne Cup and retire undefeated. He won from 1000m – 4800m displaying great versatility not seen in modern racing. He also sired Cup winners Bravo (1889) and Patron (1894).

Winning in 1880 with trainer Tom Brown and jockey Tom Hales.

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