Irish raider Jan Brueghel, one of many pre-race favourites for subsequent Tuesday’s Melbourne Cup, has been withdrawn from the race after veterinary recommendation.
The European star, who has gained all 4 begins in his quick profession, was taken out of the Cup area on Tuesday.
A steward’s report from Racing Victoria introduced that Jan Brueghel was withdrawn from the entry listing following obligatory CT scans on Saturday.
“Experiences obtained from an knowledgeable panel of internationally famend equine surgeons and diagnostic imaging specialists, who reviewed Jan Brueghel’s CT scan outcomes, point out that the horse is at the moment at heightened danger of harm,” the report stated.
“Following recommendation from RV Veterinary Providers in relation to the specialist opinions from the impartial imaging panel, RV Stewards ordered the withdrawal of Jan Brueghel from the Melbourne Cup on the idea that he was unsuitable to compete.”
Jan Brueghel is undefeated in 4 begins and actually introduced himself on the world stage in September when he triumphed within the Group 1 Leger Stakes in England.
Pre-race favorite Through Sistina has nonetheless not been confirmed for the race subsequent Tuesday, following a record-breaking Cox Plate victory.
Piloted by James McDonald, Through Sistina gained the Cox Plate in document time, beating the earlier mark held by the legendary Winx.
