Lees closes on special mark with Sydney Cup upset on memorable day

Newcastle trainer Kris Lees celebrated his 19th group 1 win on Saturday, one shy of his father Max's record, with Changingoftheguard's upset victory in the $2 million Sydney Cup. The $51 shot held off Soul Of Spain by a half-neck, marking Lees' second win in the event since 2006. Lord Of Biscay also triumphed in the $1 million Provincial-Midway final.

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