Mike Moroney: Melbourne Cup-winning trainer dies after lengthy health battle
Melbourne Cup-winning trainer and one of New Zealand’s premier staying mentors, Mike Moroney, has died after a long health battle.
Reports from the stable confirmed the affable horseman, who skyrocketed to fame after training Brew to win the 2000 Melbourne Cup, had died in his sleep on Thursday morning.
Moroney was on track at Caulfield last Saturday to see Coeur Volante win the Group 3 Mannerism Stakes.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.“Michael not only had a special knack with horses, but with people,” stable reps from Ballymore said in a statement on sovial media.“He was loved and respected by his staff, his owners, his beloved partner Karen and his family.“He will be remembered for his kindness, his willingness to share his time, expertise and his passion for the sport of horse racing.“He was a wonderful father and very proud grandfather, a member of a tight-knit family and circle of friends. He was a much loved member of the racing community and an outstanding conditioner of horses with a host of Group 1 wins, premierships and well deserved awards.”
