Comic Court (1945–1973) was a most versatile post-war Australian bred Thoroughbred racehorse who set race records at distances of 6 furlongs and 2 miles. He won the 1950 Melbourne Cup carrying 9 stone 5 pounds (59 kg) and set an Australasian record of 3 minutes 19½ seconds.
Comic Court
Front cover 1948 VRC Ascot Vale Stakes racebook
Inside cover showing raceday officials & enclosure notices
1948 VRC Ascot Vale Stakes showing the winner, Comic Court
James Bartholomew Cummings, also known by his initials J. B. Cummings, was one of the most successful Australian racehorse trainers. He was known as the Cups King, referring to the Melbourne Cup, as he won 'the race that stops a nation' a record twelve times. During his lifetime, Cummings was considered an Australian cultural icon and an Australian National Living Treasure. His status as a racing icon in the 20th century was generally considered equivalent to that of Etienne L. de Mestre in the 19th century.
Cummings at Government House, Canberra, in 2011
Cummings meets Governor-General Quentin Bryce, The Queen, Prince Philip and Michael Bryce at Government House, Canberra, in 2011