Romanoff (2c Belardo x Tsarina Belle (Stravinsky)) for Ms P Gerard. Otaki race 3
NZB Karaka Book 2 Vendor: Haunui Farm; Buyer: Ballymore Stables / Paul Moroney Bloodstock / Catheryne Bruggeman $75,000
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Belardo - New Winner
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