By KATH GANNAWAY
LUKE Currie rode Commanding Time to a win in the Yarra Valley Jack Hirsch memorial Cup at Yarra Glen on Sunday.
The race was dedicated to Jack Hirsch, who had been a respected member of the Yarra Glen community for more than 25 years and a successful breeder of thoroughbred horses at his Dixon’s Creek farm.
Mr Hirsch died in August last year.
Yarra Valley Racing Chief Executive Brett Shambrook said the club was very happy with the day, which was part of a vision to see the club back in its full glory as a fantastic racing and events venue.
“We had a great crowd here today and are happy with the numbers,” he said.
The cup was part of the Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations which included special guest NRL Melbourne Storm champion Billy Slater. For more photos of the Yarra Valley Cup meeting, visit mail.starcommunity.com.au
