The Finisher
Melbourne
Mark Pegus, affectionately known as 'The General', is one of the great stylists of the southern circuits. His upright, dramatic finish became his trademark across a career that delivered multiple Melbourne Cups.
Pegus was at his best in big staying races, timing his runs with a patience that regularly snatched Group 1s in the shadows of the post. He remains a beloved figure in Victorian racing.
Every mount booked for Mark Pegus appears in the rides list below as fields are declared, with race time, distance and venue. Fields refresh every 60 seconds, so late bookings and scratchings appear as soon as stewards announce them. For the full field, barriers and live odds for each race, open the meeting on our racing today page.
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Mark Pegus is a legendary Melbourne jockey nicknamed 'The General', famous for his upright finishing style and multiple Melbourne Cup victories.