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A longshot for New Zealand-bred Smokin' Romans in today's 3200-metre Melbourne Cup at Flemington

4 November 2025 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

Bred in Otago at White Robe Lodge, the mount took seventh in 2022.

Stud manager Wayne Stewart wants to see their former resident excel.

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