Pigs can fly: All-Victorian team wins classic race

PIGS Arsenal has become only the second all-Victorian team in 50 years to win Bridge to Bridge Water Ski Classic.Competing in the Super Class category, the local crew finished the 112km course in 39.17 minutes to claim their maiden win in the prestigious event. Driver Chris Stevens was full of praise for his team, rating […]

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