he Golden Slipper holds a special place in Australian racing. The brainchild of noted racing administrator, George Ryder, the Slipper is one of the most important races we hold, and the richest 2yo race in the world. The first event laid the platform for what was to come with the victory of the great Todman who remains one of the best 2yo’s Australian racing has ever seen. With every year, the question is raised as to the depth of the field. We have seen a lot of our Golden Slipper winners struggle after their win and many do little racing as their stud value and future is already determined by their victory. There is no doubt we have seen some sensational winners, just as there is no doubt that some were simply lucky in substandard fields. With Fireburn winning this year, and then going on to win the Sires before just missing out in the Champagne Stakes, she looks set to race on to further glory. I am not sure we can say that for many that finished behind her, but it will interesting to watch. It started me wondering though as to the best Golden Slipper field that we have seen. While I admit that I could be biased, it would take a lot to beat the
