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發表於 29/10/2007 10:27 PM 資料短消息

岳伯仁禍不單行，Scorpion腳部受傷，未必出戰墨爾本盃

Aidan O'Brien was dealt another blow with the news Scorpion could miss the Emirates Melbourne Cup on Tuesday week.

The three-time Group One winner pulled up lame after a track gallop and is rated a doubtful starter for the world's richest handicap at Flemington.:ooo:

James Bester, spokesman for Coolmore supremo John Magnier, told the Daily Telegraph: "Tom Magnier (of Coolmore) has spoken to Aidan O'Brien, who is in Los Angeles and informed him of Scorpion's problems. Scorpion is showing signs of lameness and Aidan has ordered X-rays be taken of the horse."

He added: "Aidan was specific that he wanted to let the racing and betting public know that Scorpion has suffered a setback.

"Aidan admitted there is now a possibility that Scorpion might not run in the Melbourne Cup.":ccc: :ccc:

The son of Montjeu, whose big-race triumphs include the 2005 St Leger and this season's Coronation Cup, is as low as 11-1 to win the Melbourne Cup off top weight - but his participation is now in jeopardy.

Scorpion's setback exacerbates a wretched few days for O'Brien, whose Breeders' Cup dreams ended in despair after George Washington was humanely destroyed after the $5million Classic on Saturday.:sss: