Rex Fell

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Rex Selwyn Fell (1944or1945 –22 April 2016) was a New Zealand breeder of Thoroughbred racehorses.

Fell was one of twin sons [1] born to Arthur Fell, founder of Fairdale Stud at Longburn, and his wife Joan. [2] [3] His greatest success as a breeder came with the gelding Hyperno, winner of the 1979 Melbourne Cup and other group and listed races. [2] After a 45-year partnership in Fairdale Stud with his father Arthur and brother Gerald, Fell established Goodwood Stud with his son, William, in 2007. [4]

As well as being a breeder, Fell was involved in horseracing administration, serving as the president of the Manawatu Racing Club. [2]

Fell died at Palmerston North on 22 April 2016, aged 71. [3]

References

  1. ↑ "Wedding bells". Gisborne Photo News. 21 April 1971. p. 20. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
  2. 1 2 3 "Prominent Manawatu thoroughbred breeder Rex Fell passes away". Stuff.co.nz. 22 April 2016. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
  3. 1 2 "Rex Selwyn Fell death notice". Manawatu Standard. 23 April 2016. Retrieved 23 April 2016.
  4. ↑ "Goodwood Stud now major focus for William Fell". Infonews.co.nz. 5 October 2012. Retrieved 23 April 2016.



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