Racing Mirror – Wednesday 17 September 1975
No shortage of runners on Wednesday 17 September 1975, as Ayr, Windsor and Yarmouth boasted huge fields. Worcester over the jumps was the fourth meeting – and featured Tingle Creek…
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No shortage of runners on Wednesday 17 September 1975, as Ayr, Windsor and Yarmouth boasted huge fields. Worcester over the jumps was the fourth meeting – and featured Tingle Creek…
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