As expected, David Hayes will take over the training of 2010 Melbourne Cup winner Americain in 2012. Americain's owners Gerry Ryan and Kevin Bamford chose Hayes to succeed French master Alain De Royer-Dupre. Americain's handler Stephanie Nigge will join the Hayes stable to assist with the 7YO's preparation, which will centre on the Sydney autumn carnival. He will then go to stud.

As expected, David Hayes will take over the training of 2010 Melbourne Cup winner Americain in 2012. Americain's owners Gerry Ryan and Kevin Bamford chose Hayes to succeed French master Alain De Royer-Dupre. Americain's handler Stephanie Nigge will join the Hayes stable to assist with the 7YO's preparation, which will centre on the Sydney autumn carnival. He will then go to stud.