Sport
23 January, 2026
Big day out for Dabernig Racing
CLEAR skies and quality fields made for a perfect day out at the Koroit & Port Fairy Cup Day earlier this month.
The Warrnambool racecourse was the place to be on Sunday, January 11 and what a performance from Dabernig Racing.
The stable dominated the afternoon with three consecutive winners for the second year in succession, headlined by Hedonist, brilliantly ridden by Jordyn Weatherley, to claim The Victoria Hotel Port Fairy Cup.
Gwen’s Girl and Due Clisson added to the winning tally (both ridden by Linda Meech), providing Cassi Dabernig with a perfect birthday celebration.
The Daly’s IGA Koroit Cup went to Ballarat-based trainer Henry Dwyer, with Brung King ridden by Sarah Field.
In a special milestone, Brung King became the first horse to win both the Koroit Cup and Port Fairy Cup at Warrnambool, following his Port Fairy Cup victory in 2024.
Local trainers were strongly represented throughout the day, with Shane Jackson training a winning double with Cosmic and Because you’re Mine on his and Lauren’s 12th wedding anniversary.
Matthew Williams kicked off the day with a win from Celestial Splendor.
The Warrnambool Racing Club extended its gratitude to everyone who attended the day, along with all sponsors for their continued support.
The club now looks forward to once again welcoming patrons when action returns to the track in March for Community Cup Day.
