In short

Pondering eyes Stakes success at Ellis Park

Indiana Grand allowance race winner Pondering (Brendan Walsh/Tyler Gaffalione) steps back up in class for the Pea Patch Stakes at Ellis Park, USA, on Sunday, 6 July. 

Military Code looking to roar in Dragon Stakes

Two-year-old colt Military Code (Charlie Appleby/William Buick) seeks a third win in four starts in the Listed Dragon Stakes at Sandown Park, UK, on Friday, 4 July. 

Military Order takes command at Kempton Park

Military Order (Charlie Appleby/William Buick) overcame a 379-day absence with a clear-cut victory in the Listed Magnolia Stakes at Kempton Park, UK, on Monday, 21 April.

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David Murray

Dave Murray worked as a sports journalist, racing writer, columnist and sub-editor for Rural Press, Fairfax, AAP and News Ltd during his 30 years in the newspaper industry. He is a keen horseman who enjoys riding when he's not reporting on Godolphin and the success of Darley stallions in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Singapore. 

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