Redkirk Warrior wins Group One Lightning

Redkirik Warrior won the Lightning. Photo courtesy Geo Hillis Photography.

Imported sprinter Redkirk Warrior has claimed his second Australian Group One win, beating Redzel in a photo-finish to the Group One Lightning Stakes at Flemington.

Winner of the Group One Newmarket Handicap over the straight course last year, Redkirk Warrior ($10) came from the back of the field for a short head win over the favourite Redzel ($1.80)

“He ran down a champion. All his moons seem to come together when the straight races come on,” trainer David Hayes said.

Credit: AAP

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