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Dec 5, 2023 · Alas, it rained so heavily on the Knavesmire that Balding wanted to withdraw his potential superstar – but the owner assured his trainer everything would be fine. He was right as Mill Reef carried the familiar black and gold colours to a staggering 10-length victory.
Ian Balding, who trained Mill Reef to win in 1971, reveals what makes it the greatest test of horse and jockey, and why it is so extraordinarily difficult to ride. BY IAN BALDING. What makes The Derby so special is not easy to explain.
Ian Balding (born 7 November 1938) is a retired British horse trainer. He is the son of the polo player and racehorse trainer Gerald Matthews Balding and the younger brother of trainer Toby Balding .
Nov 10, 2018 · Ian Balding, who will be forever linked with the remarkable Mill Reef, passed a significant landmark of his own this week when he turned 80. The master of Kingsclere, before handing on to his son Andrew, enjoyed a career spanning five decades and more than 2,000 winners, landing notable victories for both the Queen and the Queen Mother.
May 28, 2019 · Winner of the 1971 Derby, Mill Reef, has been described as "the most perfect specimen of a small horse" by trainer Ian Balding. This film looks back at the impact the small, but mighty horse,...
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Jun 2, 2020 · Ian Balding: surprise choice for his favourite racing venue. Photo: Dan Abraham/focusonracing.com. Former royal trainer Ian Balding has been a well-known and influential figure in British racing for 50 years.
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Sep 18, 2018 · Ian Balding has given a special two-part interview to mark the anniversary of the greatest horse he ever trained, Mill Reef, who was born 50 years... Read More
