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Bizoids and politicians race for cover in soaked Birdcage

Steady showers made promenading out of the question at Derby Day. So much of the action was decidedly undercover, inside the big marquees.

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Barry O'Farrell with David Gallop in the Birdcage.  Tash Sorensen.

Racing just can’t seem to take a trick. After a Spring Carnival marred by horse welfare concerns, celebrities pulling out, interstate squabbling and depressed wagering turnover, it was Mother Nature’s turn to rain on racing’s parade.

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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
Myriam Robin is Rear Window editor based in the Melbourne newsroom. A Rear Window columnist since 2017, she previously reported on financial markets and media. Connect with Myriam on Twitter. Email Myriam at myriam.robin@afr.com
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