Mother and son sing a sad goodbye, as Lycas and the page denounce the treachery of love.

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"It is always sad to say goodbye to a good double act and especially to a long-running character like Robbie Jackson, so we will be leaving the door open for both characters, " she added.

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"I think the funeral will mainly celebrate his life, but it will be a very sad day to say goodbye to a good friend, " he added.

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On the first day, we had Valiramix having to be put down in the Champion Hurdle and we also said goodbye to Istabraq - it was very sad.

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