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Second Effort in prime order for Monash

Friday 12 July 2013, 3:52pm

Despite a reputation as a wet tracker, Second Effort is expected to run up to his best form on a firm surface in the Sir John Monash Stakes at Caulfield.  Read more »

Sydney sunshine comes at cost for NZ mare

Friday 12 July 2013, 3:34pm

John Sargent is one trainer not happy to see the sun but he has high hopes wet-track specialist Let's Be A Star can still deliver at Warwick Farm.  Read more »

New regime works wonders for Youthful King

Friday 12 July 2013, 3:11pm

Roughing it in a paddock has been the catalyst for a resurgence in form for NSW sprinter Youthful King ahead of his Doomben assignment.  Read more »

Vic trainer in driver's seat for Farm win

Friday 12 July 2013, 2:55pm

He's been a work rider, a jockey agent and a driver for one of racing's biggest stars and now Wez Hunter is hoping to make a name for himself as a trainer.  Read more »

Lonhro relation set for New Zealand debut

Friday 12 July 2013, 2:33pm

All Decked Out, out of three-quarter sister to champion racehorse and stallion Lonhro, will make his debut at Ruakaka.  Read more »

Setback forces crack 3YO out of July Cup

Friday 12 July 2013, 11:26am

Australian sprinter Shamexpress' task of winning the July Cup has received a boost with the scratching of top top three-year-old Reckless Abandon.  Read more »

Universal continues rise in Newmarket win

Friday 12 July 2013, 11:00am

The Mark Johnston-trained Universal has confirmed he is well on his way to Group One racing with his Princess Of Wales's Stakes win.  Read more »

Mr O'Ceirin bounces back to win at Grafton

Thursday 11 July 2013, 5:39pm

A wide draw gave Victorian trainer Ciaron Maher second thoughts about making the trek to Grafton but he was glad he did when Mr O'Ceirin claimed the Cup.  Read more »

All eyes on Crystal Ruby for race debut

Thursday 11 July 2013, 5:05pm

Crystal Ruby, a sister to the 2010 Golden Slipper winner Crystal Lily, will make her race debut at Caulfield.  Read more »

Zamorar a benchmark runner in John Monash

Thursday 11 July 2013, 4:23pm

Zamorar lacks nothing when it comes to consistency in his races but he will be trying to end a series of placings when he runs at Caulfield.  Read more »

Pitcrew poised to make it three from three

Thursday 11 July 2013, 4:20pm

Pitcrew's temperament stopped him from taking any part in the major juvenile races but after a gelding operation, the three-year-old features beckon.  Read more »

Champion opens gates of the John O’Shea Racing Stable for Open Day this Sunday

Thursday 11 July 2013, 3:45pm

Following the strong win of Champion Thoroughbreds’ three-year-old Target In Sight at Kembla Grange on Tuesday, in addition to the anticipated fifth win of Carmine King at Eagle Farm on Saturday, the Champion Team are looking forward to showcasing 16 of their 22 horses the owners and the general public this Sunday, the 14th of July.  Read more »

Waller to hold key to jockeys' premiership

Thursday 11 July 2013, 3:32pm

Chris Waller, a runaway leader of the Sydney trainers' premiership, could have the final say on the outcome of this season's jockeys' title.  Read more »

Allard gives go-ahead for Loaded in Mile

Thursday 11 July 2013, 2:47pm

Loaded has thrived in Brisbane, convincing trainer Grant Allard to back him up in the Tattersall's Mile at Doomben.  Read more »

Aigles confirmed for St Nicholas re-match

Thursday 11 July 2013, 12:01pm

Cirrus Des Aigles and St Nicholas Abbey, two of the best middle-distance horses in Europe, are set for a return clash at Ascot.  Read more »

Chris Waller wins race named in his honour

Wednesday 10 July 2013, 6:13pm

Chris Waller had a lone winner at Canterbury but he managed to produce it in a race named in honour of his record-breaking season of racing.  Read more »

Star NZ galloper set for Caulfield Guineas

Wednesday 10 July 2013, 6:06pm

One of New Zealand's most impressive juveniles, Cauthen, is bound for Australia with the Caulfield Guineas his goal.  Read more »

Jumps jockey cleared to ride in National

Wednesday 10 July 2013, 5:58pm

Jumps jockey Tom Ryan can take his mounts in the Grand National Hurdle and Crisp Steeplechase after winning an appeal against suspension.  Read more »

First McFarlane samples given all clear

Wednesday 10 July 2013, 5:51pm

Swabs from the Greg McFarlane-trained Ferocimo and Belegic have returned levels within acceptable limits under the rules of racing.  Read more »

Flight Stakes goal for Canterbury winner

Wednesday 10 July 2013, 5:49pm

The Group One Flight Stakes is on the spring agenda for Arabian Gold following her commanding performance at Canterbury.  Read more »