VRC Chief Racing Officer Leigh Jordon - (30/09/26)
Sep 30, 2026 · 14m
Summary
Sportsday hosts a preview of the upcoming Tab Turnbull Stakes Day at Flemington, featuring VRC Chief Racing Officer Lee Jordan. The discussion highlights the high-quality field, including Chris Waller's runners and the potential for the race to determine the paths of top horses toward the Caulfield Cup, Cox Plate, and Melbourne Cup. The segment also covers the "golden ticket" entry into the Melbourne Cup via the Bart Cummings Stakes and promotes the new $100,000 Flemington Fortune card competition for racegoers.
Topics discussed
NBA 2K27 and Yubo app advertisements
Show intro and spring racing preview
Introduction of VRC Chief Racing Officer Lee Jordan
Turnbull Stakes field analysis and Half Yours outlook
Jockey decisions and Zaran as a potential contender
Chris Waller's strong presence in Melbourne racing
Bark Cummings and the Melbourne Cup golden tickets
Flemington Fortune competition and race day logistics
Weather forecast and closing remarks
Sponsorship and app advertisements
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