Frank Fuller and John Flynn had both come prepared for the role today, and Frank graciously withdrew, leaving John to entertain the troops.
He told us that at her last start, a punter had outlaid $145 000 on Winx, to win $28 000. Another recent bet was on Roger Federer to beat John Millman in the US open tennis. The stake was $35 000, to win $700 - very short odds. The bookie was the happiest participant!!!!
The sergeant reckoned that septicaemia was caused by fear, and flying with Smithy was to blame. Cheap shot.
A dam across Tatton Creek could be a target for a Dambusting Luftwagga, and Greg Conkey was singled out for attention.