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    Legendary Australian racehorse Makybe Diva has died, aged 26

    Legendary Australian racehorse Makybe Diva has died, aged 26


    The three-time Melbourne Cup champion has passed away following a sudden colic attack while living in retirement in Victoria.

    In addition to her trio of Melbourne Cups, Makybe Diva also claimed seven Group 1 races...pocketing almost 17 million dollars in career earnings.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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