Alysha Collett wins $500,000 The Lakes race at Wyong

smh.com.au January 11, 2025, 07:01 AM UTC

Jockey Alysha Collett won her biggest prize to date, riding Waterford to victory in the inaugural $500,000 The Lakes race at Wyong. This win marks her first city victory of the season, following a recent win at Randwick. English jockey Harry Davies secured his first win in Australia with Kujenga, after 30 rides. He expressed gratitude to his trainers for their support during his initial stint in the country. Richard Freedman celebrated a win with Magnatear, the first since the passing of trainer Sam Kavanagh. Freedman shared mixed emotions, remembering Kavanagh while appreciating the horse's success.


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