The Gerald Kleeven trained Luca Neveelk put in a strong performance against a quality field to take out the 2014 LION Quality Derby Final at Healesville on Sunday, 25th of May. Continuing his unbeaten run, he thrilled Healesville crowds with a super fast finish time of 18.93
Luca Neveelk moved quickly to the rail when the well drawn race favorite Azza Azza Azza was slow to begin. With the race favorite hot on his heels and finishing fast, Luca Neveelk showed courage and ability to hold on to the lead.
This extends the dogs winning streak to 9 in a row and boosts his stats to an impressive 11 wins and 1 third placing from 12 starts. The Kleeven family were delighted with their dogs performance and will take home $7,000 for the win plus a $1,000 GOBIS bonus.