Weld seeking Famous victory

DERMOT Weld has his fingers crossed that Famous Name will finally secure an elusive Group One win this season.
Wed, 06 Apr, 2011 - 01:00
Colin Wilson

The Khalid Abdullah owned six-year-old has won 10 of his 21 starts but has so far been frustrated at the highest level.

He has, however, finished second in three Group Ones, including the French Derby in 2008.

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