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CHRISTO GOES BACK-TO-BACK IN MCKENNA
July 9, 2021 12:45 pm
by Jason Adams
Christo Bale enhanced his profile as one of the most consistent and versatile stars in the sport with his second
McKenna Memorial win at
It was a typical
Chriso Bale performance. He began well to lead early and from there was extremely hard to beat. He built a sizable gap then extended it in the home straight to win by 7½ lengths from
Shadow Mist and
Jarick Bale in 34.10.
“He jumped well and knowing how strong he is and how he races, it was all over,” said co-trainer
Lisa Delbridge.
It’s a rare feat in this sport for a greyhound to go back-to-back in any feature race. It highlights Christo’s amazing consistency over almost two years. He’s been on the podium in 50 of his 65 starts with 10 outings at Group level.