The $2.3m gamble that led Knight’s Choice to Melbourne Cup glory
Knight’s Choice stunned Australian racing by winning the Melbourne Cup on Tuesday. But he only made the race after a brave gamble by his owner.
James ThomsonColumnist
Sixteen months ago, Cameron Bain had a big decision to make.
His promising stayer Knight’s Choice had just won the Winx Guineas at Brisbane’s Eagle Farm racecourse, and Hong Kong interests offered a staggering $2.3 million for the horse.
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James Thomson is senior Chanticleer columnist based in Melbourne. He was the Companies editor and editor of BRW Magazine. Connect with James on Twitter. Email James at j.thomson@afr.com
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