Winnell wins

BEK Winnell and Socialite Miss enjoy a special moment following the mare’s win on last Saturday, giving Winnell her first success as a trainer. Photo: TASH FRANKO.

By Adam Hill

April 09, 2022 | 4:00 PM

MACARTHUR horse trainer, Bek Winnell, has broken through to claim her first winner during last Saturday’s meet in Ararat.

It was the last race when Laura Lafferty rode Socialite Miss to victory that broke the drought, with the local trainer claiming victory in the 1600m 0-58 handicap race.