Eric O'Keefe
1) The cup
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Damien Oliver is a young jockey who loses his only brother in a tragic racing accident that reflects the way their father died 27 years earlier. After a series of discouraging defeats Damien teams with Dermot Weld to win one of the most thrilling finales in sporting history. Based on a true story.
2) The Cup
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Australian drama based on the inspirational true story of jockey Damien Oliver. Following the tragic death of his brother, Damien fights for victory in the 2002 Melbourne Cup; can he beat the odds and secure a victory in memory of his beloved sibling?