
Bruce McAvaney — what a legend, what a champion
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Childhood Dreams and Family Memories
The chapter delves into the guest's childhood aspirations of becoming a race caller, a footballer, and a cricket player, recounting a letter received from a beloved race caller advising them to prioritize education. The guest shares poignant memories of family bonding over sports and horse racing, including a significant win at a race in 1963, and describes their upbringing in a close-knit community in 1950s Australia with nostalgic details of ice cream nights and shared joy.
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