Cup hero Kimetto’s untimely passing

In a tragic lead-up to Friday night’s Geelong Gold Cup final, Aston Kimetto, brilliant winner of the race in 2018, has passed away.

Trained by Jason and Seona Thompson and raced by prolific owner/breeder Ray Borda, Aston Kimetto, a regally bred son of US sire KC And All and champion stayer Sweet It Is, only raced 23 times for 11 wins.

Aston Kimetto’s career was cut short by injury but he was a three-time Group winner, with Borda affording him the ultimate accolade.

“Ability-wise he’s the fastest dog I’ve had,” Borda said.

“The best race dog is Aston Dee Bee because he would put Read full article

Source:: https://www.grv.org.au/news/2021/04/20/cup-hero-kimettos-untimely-passing/

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