News
Berry grilled over Driefontein defeat
Sydney
Thursday 20 December 2012, 5:24pm
She's A Stalker caused an upset in the Wyong 3YO Magic Millions as stewards adjourned an inquiry into the ride by Tommy Berry on beaten favourite Driefontein. Read more »
Merry Christmas, Highlights of 2012 & Predictions for 2013 from the Bloodstock.com.au Team
Thursday 20 December 2012, 4:35pm
As we farewell 2012 the team at Bloodstock.com.au would like to wish all our loyal customers a very Merry Christmas, thank you for your support and reflect on a great year! Read more »
Group One moved from Randwick to Farm
Sydney
Thursday 20 December 2012, 3:59pm
Warwick Farm will host the Group One Randwick Guineas meeting next year with racing at Sydney's premier track now due to resume on Derby Day. Read more »
Azzaland back from injury at Doomben
Brisbane
Thursday 20 December 2012, 3:58pm
Azzaland and his trainer Richie Stephenson will make a comeback to metropolitan racing at Doomben this weekend. Read more »
Filly to bypass interstate trip
Melbourne
Thursday 20 December 2012, 3:58pm
Adelaide trainer Will Clarken has opted to put a start at Flemington on hold and run debutante Molto Bella closer to home. Read more »
All Legal geared up for Villiers
Sydney
Thursday 20 December 2012, 3:33pm
Two former top jockeys who won the Villiers Stakes will face off as rival trainers in this year's edition of the Sydney summer showpiece. Read more »
Duff hoping for rain for Steel Zip
Brisbane
Thursday 20 December 2012, 3:29pm
Pat Duff would like to see a soft track for the Lough Neagh Stakes in which Steel Zip continues his build-up to next month's Magic Millions Cup. Read more »
Trainer charged over Oliver case
Melbourne
Thursday 20 December 2012, 3:15pm
The Damien Oliver betting scandal has taken another twist with top trainer Robert Smerdon to answer charges relating to the matter. Read more »
Brasch takes leap of faith
Sydney
Thursday 20 December 2012, 3:13pm
Country-based trainer Jeff Brasch is hoping his decision to focus on his training career pays dividends at Warwick Farm. Read more »
Five Minutes With... Jason Collett
Thursday 20 December 2012, 2:26pm
New Zealand born rider turned Sydney Metropolitan jockey, Jason Collett, has had a whirl wind career riding in New Zealand, Australia and Macau over the past twelve months along with overcoming some major obstacles. Read more »
Hypurr begins Sydney career in Razor Sharp
Sydney
Thursday 20 December 2012, 1:59pm
Former Hong Kong galloper Hypurr has shown new trainer Joe Pride enough to suggest he can make an encouraging Australian debut at Warwick Farm. Read more »
Country horse with Hollywood name
Sydney
Thursday 20 December 2012, 10:39am
A horse whose name derives from the line of a well-known song will aim to extend his winning sequence at Wagga. Read more »
Rite Of Passage to be aimed at Gold Cup
London
Thursday 20 December 2012, 9:03am
The Ascot Gold Cup will be the target for the Dermot Weld-trained Rite Of Passage, a one time leading Melbourne Cup contender. Read more »
Jockey Eddie Ahern faces corruption charge
London
Thursday 20 December 2012, 8:27am
Jockey Eddie Ahern and former footballer Neil Clement are among six men charged with corruption offences by the British Horseracing Authority. Read more »
Court upholds ban on AI
Sydney
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 6:12pm
Traditional breeders have had a victory in the Federal Court which has ruled the ban on the artificial insemination of thoroughbreds remain. Read more »
Saimee Jumaat outed for 18 months
Singapore
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 6:05pm
One of Singapore's most high-profile jockeys has been suspended for 18 months over his handling of a horse in a race at Kranji. Read more »
Trilione redeems reputation with Farm win
Brisbane
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 5:46pm
Trilione has taken a major step towards salvaging her tarnished reputation with an impressive Eagle Farm win. Read more »
Import heads Summer Cup entries
Sydney
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 5:12pm
Connections of imported galloper Unusual Suspect are hoping he can capitalise on his breakthrough win in the Werribee Cup. Read more »
Paaratte Pat still learning
Melbourne
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 5:06pm
Sprinter Paaratte Pat has chalked up two wins from three starts this campaign but trainer Brendan McCarthy says the gelding is still a work in progress. Read more »
Form horses key to Villiers
Sydney
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 4:55pm
The Villiers Stakes is the feature race of the Sydney summer and statistics suggest punters should be looking for in-form horses. Read more »
Harry White trophies on show
Melbourne
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 3:41pm
The trophy collection of four-time Melbourne Cup winning jockey Harry White will go on show at Flemington. Read more »
Ideal draw for Adebisi in Razor Sharp
Brisbane
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 3:26pm
Desleigh Forster has given the all clear for Adebisi to start in the Razor Sharp Handicap at Warwick Farm after the gelding drew ideally. Read more »
Wyong guide to Berry's Millions chances
Sydney
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 3:08pm
Tommy Berry will get a great guide on his chances of winning a third straight Magic Millions at the Gold Coast when he rides Certitude in a Wyong lead-up. Read more »
Another English racecourse closes
London
Wednesday 19 December 2012, 8:01am
Folkestone has become the second British racecourse to close but hope remains a redevelopment proposal could mean it is temporary. Read more »
Whitefriars return a tonic for Worthington
Sydney
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 5:58pm
Trainer Rick Worthington is tackling his own health battle at the same time he is preparing his best horse for a comeback after almost two years out. Read more »
Victorian jumps racing schedule announced
Melbourne
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 5:15pm
Racing Victoria has released a schedule for the 2013 jumps racing season which offers more than $3 million in stakes in 70 races. Read more »
Frill Seeking a surprise Millions hope
Sydney
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 4:48pm
Frill Seeking has surprised trainer Matthew Smith by showing early ability and the filly will be given her chance at Magic Millions riches. Read more »
Tackleberry set to step up at Flemington
Melbourne
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 4:31pm
Cranbourne trainer Allison Sheehan is chasing a big pay cheque when Tackleberry steps up in class at Flemington. Read more »
Flight plans hold key to Cantonese Cup bid
Sydney
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 3:51pm
Cantonese, the Sydney stayer who continues to thrive under the care of Bjorn Baker, is well in the frame for a Perth Cup start. Read more »
Monton on track for back-to-back Villiers
Sydney
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 3:32pm
Ron Quinton believes Monton is up for the challenge as he heads towards a shot at becoming the first dual winner of the Group Two Villiers Stakes. Read more »
State Of Wealth to cash in at Eagle Farm
Sydney
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 3:09pm
State Of Wealth is back in form after a below-par winter campaign but he faces a stern midweek test at Eagle Farm against Sarge In Charge. Read more »
Rawiller to have surgery on ankle injury
Sydney
Tuesday 18 December 2012, 10:49am
Nash Rawiller is expected to be out of the saddle for at least six weeks after breaking his ankle at the barrier trials at Rosehill. Read more »
Symons to be back riding in the new year
Melbourne
Monday 17 December 2012, 6:04pm
Chris Symons expects to be back riding soon after having a metal plate removed from a broken foot suffered in a car park accident. Read more »
Conners keeps options open with Register
Sydney
Monday 17 December 2012, 5:57pm
Trainer Heath Conners saw plenty of merit in Register's first start and he is confident blinkers will make her an even better chance at her next outing. Read more »
Form stacks up for Standard Bearer
Sydney
Monday 17 December 2012, 5:35pm
Noel Mayfield-Smith has confidence in Standard Bearer as he prepares to resume his juvenile campaign in the Inglis Nursery. Read more »
Smith has two stakes chances at home
Sydney
Monday 17 December 2012, 5:05pm
Cabernet and Slow The Flow will run at Warwick Farm for local trainer Matthew Smith in the Villiers Stakes and Razor Sharp Handicap respectively. Read more »
Laxon claims seventh Singapore premiership
Singapore
Monday 17 December 2012, 2:00pm
The Singapore trainers' premiership has gone down to the wire with Laurie Laxon edging out Michael Freedman to win a seventh title. Read more »
Small window of hope for Hereford
London
Monday 17 December 2012, 11:58am
Hereford, which has hosted horse racing since 1771, has become the first British racetrack to close in more than 30 years. Read more »
Giles Cross in top order for Welsh feature
London
Monday 17 December 2012, 11:41am
Trainer Victor Dartnall is hoping to celebrate the re-opening of his stable with a victory in the Welsh National. Read more »
Unusual Suspect wins Werribee Cup
Werribee
Sunday 16 December 2012, 6:43pm
American import Unusual Suspect has finally broken his Australian drought with a come-from-behind victory in the Werribee Cup. Read more »
Galah heads Snowden's Villiers assault
Sydney
Sunday 16 December 2012, 5:44pm
Peter Snowden goes into the Villiers Stakes with three runners, including Festival Stakes third placegetter Galah. Read more »
Doncaster aims for Scream Machine
Sydney
Sunday 16 December 2012, 4:45pm
Trainer Jason Coyle plans to target the Doncaster with Scream Machine, the winner of his past two starts the most recent on protest. Read more »
Waller sets sights on Melbourne Cup
Sydney
Sunday 16 December 2012, 4:39pm
Leading Sydney trainer Chris Waller has his sights set on winning the Melbourne Cup after Kelinni gave him his best finish yet. Read more »
Calcatta to run in Wyong Millions
Sydney
Sunday 16 December 2012, 4:30pm
Melbourne filly Calcatta will be a starter in the rich two-year-old race at the Wyong Magic Millions lead-up meeting. Read more »
McMahon out until New Year after fall
Brisbane
Sunday 16 December 2012, 3:32pm
A Sunshine Coast fall has ruled Ric McMahon out for a month but he is adamant he will recover in time to partner Better Than Ready in an autumn campaign. Read more »
Shares available in All Too Hard
Sydney
Sunday 16 December 2012, 3:19pm
A ten per cent share in Black Caviar's half brother All Too Hard is being offered by the Group One winning colt's new owners, Vinery Stud. Read more »
Nicholls moves on from Kauto Star
London
Sunday 16 December 2012, 12:56pm
Trainer Paul Nicholls has apologised for the public spat between him and owner Clive Smith over retirement plans for Kauto Star. Read more »
Robl and Rawiller out for Christmas
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 7:18pm
Jockeys Peter Robl and Nash Rawiller have been outed for careless riding, incurring bans which will keep them out of the important Villiers Stakes meeting. Read more »
Tinkler's All Too Hard sold to Vinery Stud
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 7:09pm
Embattled businessman Nathan Tinkler has sold All Too Hard, one of the most valuable colts in Australian racing. Read more »
Samui Lad win a boost for Waterhouse team
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 6:19pm
Samui Lad has produced a welcome result for the Gai Waterhouse team after a determined all-the-way win at Rosehill. Read more »
Fire Up Fifi on target for Bernborough
Brisbane
Saturday 15 December 2012, 5:59pm
Fire Up Fifi's win in the Just Now Quality has been described as a bonus victory with the Bernborough Handicap her primary goal this campaign. Read more »
Cantonese wins first stakes race for Baker
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 5:54pm
Cantonese has given trainer Bjorn Baker his first stakes win since he moved on from a successful training partnership with his father Murray. Read more »
Munce and Wood laud Sizzling victory
Brisbane
Saturday 15 December 2012, 5:40pm
Sizzling left Chris Munce and Kelso Wood reaching for superlatives after his impressive win in the Gold Edition Plate. Read more »
O'Hara bounces back with protest win
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 5:25pm
Kathy O'Hara crashed to the turf in the opening race at Rosehill but bounced back to win later in the day after a controversial protest. Read more »
Bushfire horse wins at Flemington
Melbourne
Saturday 15 December 2012, 4:59pm
British General, a horse who escaped the flames in Victoria's Black Saturday bushfires, has scored his first city win at Flemington. Read more »
Blinkers do the trick for Mr Light Blue
Brisbane
Saturday 15 December 2012, 4:35pm
Trainer Barry Baldwin's decision to put blinkers back on Mr Light Blue proved a masterstroke at Eagle Farm. Read more »
Sir Luminar secures Magic Millions start
Brisbane
Saturday 15 December 2012, 3:50pm
Sir Luminar smashed a race record to qualify for the Magic Millions when he scored a brilliant win in the Phelan Ready Stakes at his first start. Read more »
Winning double for Regimental Gal progeny
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 3:22pm
Lilliburlero has brought up a winning double at Rosehill for her dam Regimental Gal after Regimental Pride won earlier in the day. Read more »
Alcohol fuels Flemington celebration
Melbourne
Saturday 15 December 2012, 3:00pm
The quaintly-named Alcohol has continued his promising South Australian form with a strong win at Flemington. Read more »
Gullible makes it three wins on the trot
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 2:39pm
Late autumn carnival stakes races will be considered for Gullible after the improving filly capped her first preparation with a Rosehill win. Read more »
Regimental Pride wins dramatic race
Sydney
Saturday 15 December 2012, 2:17pm
Regimental Pride has cemented his Magic Millons claims at Rosehill in a drama-packed race in which Kathy O'Hara fell from her mount. Read more »
Chad Schofield posts first Flemington win
Melbourne
Saturday 15 December 2012, 2:04pm
Apprentice Chad Schofield has scored his first Flemington win on the David Hayes-trained Mabsam. Read more »
At The Races upbeat despite Ascot loss
London
Saturday 15 December 2012, 11:48am
Ascot will join most of Britain's major racetracks, including Cheltenham and Newmarket, as a broadcast partner with Racing UK, starting from 2014. Read more »
Top mare Soft Sand in switch after sale
Sydney
Friday 14 December 2012, 5:37pm
Paul Messara will take over the training of Soft Sand after the mare was purchased jointly by BC3 Thoroughbreds and Arrowfield Stud. Read more »
First crop yearlings on show
Friday 14 December 2012, 5:03pm
THE first crop of Onemorenomore and boom Northern Hemisphere sire Big Brown enter the ring for the first time at Magic Millions in January. Read more »
Sessions out to bounce back at Rosehill
Sydney
Friday 14 December 2012, 4:44pm
Jockey Kerrin McEvoy is looking for Sessions to bounce back at Rosehill with a more professional performance after over-racing at his past two starts. Read more »
Magic Millions-bound Assail impresses Robl
Sydney
Friday 14 December 2012, 4:27pm
An impressive barrier trial win from Assail has jockey Peter Robl excited about the prospects of the Magic Millions-bound filly. Read more »
Trainer Conlan fined for raceday treatment
Melbourne
Friday 14 December 2012, 3:57pm
Trainer Jim Conlan has been fined $10,000 by Racing Victoria stewards for the raceday treatment of a horse. Read more »
Chelembra set to provide Flemington clue
Melbourne
Friday 14 December 2012, 3:48pm
Trainer Robbie Griffiths is hoping Chelembra can brush aside two indifferent runs to get his campaign back on track at Flemington. Read more »
Stakes test looms for Shamardani
Sydney
Friday 14 December 2012, 2:37pm
Shamardani will have to overcome a drop in distance at Rosehill as trainer Greg Hickman prepares the mare for a stakes assignment. Read more »
Waller says Moriarty will stay Cup trip
Sydney
Friday 14 December 2012, 2:22pm
Premier trainer Chris Waller is backing his own judgment and is confident Moriarty will stay a strong 2400m in the Listed Christmas Cup at Rosehill. Read more »
Auckland Cup a possibility for Cantonese
Sydney
Friday 14 December 2012, 2:08pm
Bjorn Baker has revealed the Group One Auckland Cup as a possible target for iron horse Cantonese. Read more »
Trip no issue for The Conspirator at Farm
Brisbane
Friday 14 December 2012, 2:03pm
The Conspirator will step out of his comfort zone in the Gold Edition Plate but jockey Paul Hammersley is confident he will handle the assignment. Read more »
Kentucky Derby hero in Aussie stud deal
Sydney
Friday 14 December 2012, 2:02pm
Animal Kingdom, the 2011 Kentucky Derby winner, is poised to join the Arrowfield Stud roster for the 2013 Australian thoroughbred breeding season. Read more »
Leading not ideal for Jet Style: trainer
Brisbane
Friday 14 December 2012, 1:54pm
In-form Jet Style looks the only leader in his race at Eagle Farm despite some misgivings from trainer Donald Baker. Read more »
No change for showpiece racing events
London
Friday 14 December 2012, 11:43am
Two iconic English races will be run at their usual time despite a switch in television broadcaster for the coverage of thoroughbred racing. Read more »
Walter stars with Goulburn four-timer
Sydney
Thursday 13 December 2012, 6:02pm
Guy Walter has enjoyed another fruitful Goulburn meeting, producing four of the eight winners, including the promising Splash Out. Read more »
Magic Millions aim for Catseye Surprise
Sydney
Thursday 13 December 2012, 5:57pm
Catseye Surprise is being aimed at the Magic Millions race day at the Gold Coast but her performance at Rosehill will decide which event she contests. Read more »
Date set for Karakatsanis hearing
Melbourne
Thursday 13 December 2012, 5:28pm
A date has been set for charges to be heard against trainer Con Karakatsanis and his father Tony over raceday breaches. Read more »
Nikolic assault hearing adjourned
Melbourne
Thursday 13 December 2012, 5:16pm
Danny Nikolic's hearing on assault charges has been adjourned with the controversial jockey now set to face court in May. Read more »
Thexton pins faith in Toranado gear switch
Brisbane
Thursday 13 December 2012, 4:56pm
Maryann Thexton has made several gear changes in a bid to revive the Magic Millions prospects of El Toranado in the Phelan Ready Stakes. Read more »
Iggi Pop to deliver Christmas Cup cheer
Sydney
Thursday 13 December 2012, 4:07pm
A stout pedigree and some promising formlines point to Iggi Pop making his presence felt in the feature race at Rosehill. Read more »
Hopes remain high for Doctor Fremantle
Melbourne
Thursday 13 December 2012, 4:03pm
Trainer Sam Pritchard-Gordon believes he has rediscovered the spark which made Doctor Fremantle a star in England. Read more »
Commander to take harder road to Millions
Sydney
Thursday 13 December 2012, 3:05pm
Trainer Nick Olive has taken what he concedes is a tougher option with in-form mare Capital Commander as she heads towards the Magic Millions. Read more »
O'Shea down but not out after Hong Kong
Sydney
Thursday 13 December 2012, 2:25pm
The international stage continues to appeal to trainer John O'Shea who has returned home following the disappointment of Sea Siren's Hong Kong mission. Read more »
Browne fit for ride on Missy Longstocking
Brisbane
Thursday 13 December 2012, 2:07pm
Damian Browne has recovered from injuries suffered in a race fall to ride Magic Millions contender Missy Longstocking. Read more »
Light rail link a big boost for Randwick
Sydney
Thursday 13 December 2012, 1:14pm
The construction of a light rail line from Sydney's CBD has been welcomed by racing administrators as it will service Randwick racecourse. Read more »
Inglis Gift Shop Open Tomorrow for your Christmas Shopping
Thursday 13 December 2012, 12:05pm
The Inglis Shop has been stocked with Christmas presents and the authorised Black Caviar book written by Gerard Whateley, with limited copies signed by trainer Peter Moody. Read more »
Sea The Stars progeny in 2014 Derby entry
London
Thursday 13 December 2012, 11:55am
The 2009 English Derby winner Sea The Stars is represented by 33 yearlings in an overall entry of more than 400 nominations for the 2014 edition. Read more »
Attard celebrates first city win
Sydney
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 6:21pm
Trainer Jason Attard's first city win with Reiby Regina was all the more special given he has played a major role in every stage of the mare's life. Read more »
Payne cleared to resume trackwork
Melbourne
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 6:16pm
Battle-scarred jockey Michelle Payne has taken the next step towards a return after being cleared to resume riding trackwork. Read more »
Rawiller upbeat about Fiumicino's chances
Sydney
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 6:02pm
Nash Rawiller helped Fiumicino rediscover winning form last start and believes they can do it again in the Listed Christmas Cup. Read more »
Moody, Nolen snare Caulfield double
Melbourne
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 5:40pm
Top trainer Peter Moody and leading jockey Luke Nolen have combined to grab the opening two races at Caulfield. Read more »
Weight rise no issue for Poste Restante
Brisbane
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 5:17pm
A favourable barrier draw should offset a rise in weight for Poste Restante at Eagle Farm, according to trainer Desleigh Forster. Read more »
Young trainer snares French import
Melbourne
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 5:07pm
French Group One winner Mutual Trust will do his future racing for Victorian trainer Sam Pritchard-Gordon after being bought by an Australian syndicate. Read more »
Guineas dream alive for Exotic Sequel
Brisbane
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 5:04pm
Exotic Sequel faces an uphill battle to gain a start in the Magic Millions Guineas despite his impressive win at Doomben. Read more »
Straight challenge for Warrior
Melbourne
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 4:35pm
Trainer Darren Weir is hopeful his promising gelding Spartan Warrior can adapt to the straight course at Flemington and notch his fourth win in a row. Read more »
Millions an option for Lady
Sydney
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 4:06pm
The lure of a $500,000 Magic Millions bonus could tempt Ron Quinton to head north with Lady Louboutin if she performs at Rosehill. Read more »
Channel Nine to broadcast Inter Dominion
Sydney
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 3:37pm
In a coup for harness racing, the 2013 Inter Dominion Grand Final will be shown live on free-to-air television. Read more »
Malavio ruled out of Villiers
Sydney
Wednesday 12 December 2012, 3:37pm
Promising galloper Malavio has been ruled out of the Villiers Stakes and also the autumn carnival due to arthritic changes in one of his knees. Read more »