In this edition of the Gazette, we speak with Issy Paul, travelling assistant to trainer William Haggas and a familiar face during Sydney’s Spring and Autumn Carnivals. This season, Issy is back in town with OTI galloper Sam Hawkens, who lines up in the St. Leger on Saturday!
We chat about the redevelopment of The Valley, preview our weekend runners and feature other enjoyable stories and snippets in a quality edition for Caulfield Cup and Everest Day.
CHAT WITH ISSY PAUL
“Winning…I’m only half kidding (on what the most rewarding part of her role is). I love the international trips because you forge a special bond with the horses, but it definitely helps when you win!”
MOONEE VALLEY… OUT WITH THE OLD, IN WITH THE NEW
“No other racetrack has produced such a parade of equine champions in its signature race, the Cox Plate. While many lament its tight turns and compact layout, that has never stopped greatness from shining.”