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Maher banks on royal regret with record Cup hand
Maher says his stable has eight runners in the top 25, with Point Of Law a $6 favorite after wins at Geelong and Newmarket.
- Trainer Ciaron Maher is preparing a record-setting team of eight horses for the $10 million Melbourne Cup on November 3, led by Geelong Cup winner Point Of Law, the $6 race favourite.
- Maher, who won the 2022 Cup with Gold Trip, believes his current squad represents the 'strongest hand I've had,' with all runners possessing a sense of timing.
- Juja Kibo has emerged as a contender after securing a ballot exemption, while Maher also rates Middle Earth as one of his best chances.
- Legendary Irish trainer Joseph O'Brien poses a significant challenge with six runners inside the cutline, intensifying the battle for national pride between Australia's and Ireland's racing powers.
- Following Monday's third declarations, 39 contenders remain for the race, with connections required to submit a final $55,000 declaration payment by 4:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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