1st November 2015, 01:13 PM
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Depends on the type of weight as well. Dead weight vs jockey weight.
Generally weight isn't a factor. It has some effect but how much who really knows. Its probably over factored in to a lot of decisions.
If you look at the Melb Cup. Most winners come from 54.5Kg and less. Why? I have no idea but must have something to do with weight.
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Weight record: Over the past decade the average weight carried to victory in the Cup is 54.5kg, which also happens to be the weight most often carried to victory (8 times). Historically it is difficult for top weights to win the Cup; the last being Makybe Diva nine years ago.
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