It was an impressive turnout for the race season opener at the Sapphire Coast Turf Club on Thursday, November 1.
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The Bega District News Network race day was the perfect excuse for racegoers to step away from work for the afternoon and get in the mood for the Melbourne Cup next week.
The warmer weather attracted visitors to bask in the sunshine by the trackside, a couple from Indented Head in southern Victoria enjoyed the day out.
Another couple were passing through from Geelong, en route to Port Macquarie and said they adored the Sapphire Coast.
Plenty of locals also attended, Ricky Holt and Robyn Bain were spotted sharing some cheeky banter before each of their horses went head to head in the next race.
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RACE DAY RESULTS: Sapphire Coast horse racing off to a scorching start | Photos, Video