Race Day Quotes @ Scone

Published: 16 May 2015

Local winner - Greg Bennett (right) with the winning connections of In A Wink

Scone's racecourse is like the 'home ground' for the racing industry. The country atmosphere was relaxed and so were the jockeys and trainers, colourful characters everywhere you looked.

A few of the best quotes bring the day to life.

"It’s been a couple of years since we’ve been in the winner’s circle. If you don’t turn up and try you’re no hope."

Greg Bennett, trainer of In A Wink

"Just treat it as another ride and do my job. (I'm a) bit of a no fuss bloke."

Richard Bensley, after picking up the ride on Artlee

“He’s a big head-strong bugger, but he’s a serious horse.”

Richard Bensley, describing Artlee

Head-strong - Artlee is a tough ride for jockeys

"I’m still shaking, a bit weak at the knees." 

Todd Willan, Artlee's trainer

"You know you can get the job done, but you’ve got to get the opportunity."

Danny Beasley after riding Divertire

Important win - Danny Beasley is keen to impress back in Australia

"I’ve never had her this screwed down I don’t think."

Brett Cavanough, trainer of Loved Up before the race

Confident - Brett Cavanough talked up the chances of Loved Up today

"All he needs is a bit more love than Fine Mist."

Bede Murray, trainer of Sure And Fast. He had terrible luck stuck back in the pack.

"Sometimes you’ve just got to back yourself, don’t ya!"

Richard Bensley again, after winning on Loved Up

Backed himself - Bensley delivered two perfect rides in feature races