There was a touch of emotion attached to the win of Tandy, in the Zipping Classic at Sandown, particularly for Lloyd Williams and his family, as Zipping and Tandy raced in the same colours.

Lloyd has put a fortune into racing, having raced hundreds of horses, and like so many successful owners there will always be a favourite, on Saturday it was fitting to see Zipping remembered, he won the Classic four times in succession.

The old horse paraded before leading the runners out of the mounting yard, he attracted more attention that any runner in the field, he was well received with a round of applause.

Full marks to the Melbourne Racing Club, it was an excellent promotion, other clubs should follow the example, racing is still about horses, but most times they are sadly neglected.

The winner Tandy was always back able, whereas his stable mate, Mourayan, the short priced favourite, appeared to be trotting coming to the turn, but failed to run on.

Outside of the winner the big run of the race was turned in by Exceptionally, as there is nothing left for her now, she will be spelled with the Sydney Cup the best option in the autumn.

Tandy- ridden by Nick Hall wins Zipping Classic