The progressive Club is known for attracting large crowds for its special meetings, and is once again preparing for what is sure to be a record crowd.
The free-ticket event features top-notch action and a stellar line-up of musical acts including legendary music icon Jon Stevens, Boom Crash Opera and Taxiride, supported by local talent Liam Dalby and Lucey.
Star Goulburn pacer Captains Knock is heading to Albury in a bid to secure his second bonus incentive for the Carnival of Cups in the $60,000 TAB Murray Cup.
The stallion has been nothing short of fantastic in winning the Cup matches at Wagga, Newcastle and Bathurst and despite drawing the back line against a handy field on Friday night, he is likely to start with slim odds to collect the $500,000 bonus.
Trainer-driver Brad Hewitt is extremely happy with the way his horse has trained after his last outing at Bathurst a fortnight ago and is confident his pacer is ready to give his best in Albury.
“He’s in good form and recovered well from the Bathurst run,” Hewitt said.
“It’s a pretty strong field at Albury, as you would expect for a $60,000 playing field.
“Hopefully we can get a fair share of luck out of his second line draw, and all things being equal he should be the horse to beat.”
In the lead up to Friday night’s carnival meeting, the Albury committee has put in a huge effort to prepare for one of the biggest nights in the club’s history.
Club chairman Paul Brown is excited ahead of Carnival night and says he can’t wait to see everything happen.
“All indications are that it will be a huge night,” Brown said.
“I can’t thank the many people who helped us bring this all together and I’m in favor of getting this all started.
“We are so lucky in Albury that the community is right behind our meetings, and the numbers who have already registered for their free ticket are promising.”
Anyone planning to attend the Albury is encouraged to register via the website www.carnivalofcups.com.au
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