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Steel Wool shows mettle with Sydney start
Sydney
Thursday 8 May 2014, 2:55pm
A road trip that would test the character of more seasoned racehorses is the least of trainer Chris Heywood's worries for bush two-year-old Steel Wool. Read more »
Busuttin looks to set up Melbourne base
Melbourne
Thursday 8 May 2014, 2:49pm
New Zealand trainer Trent Busuttin has thrown his hat into the ring to establish an Australian base at Caulfield. Read more »
Jumps jockey has 28-day ban reduced
Melbourne
Thursday 8 May 2014, 2:27pm
Jumps jockey Paul Gallagher has had a 28-day suspension for failing a breath test at Warrnambool reduced to 24 days on appeal. Read more »
Nisbet to make Group One debut in Goodwood
Melbourne
Thursday 8 May 2014, 12:22pm
Apprentice Kayla Nisbet was surprised to keep the ride on Pago Rock in the Group One Goodwood but is keen to make the most of the opportunity. Read more »
Buffering to break home state G1 hoodoo
Brisbane
Thursday 8 May 2014, 12:08pm
Tough sprinter Buffering will bid to end a frustrating sequence of Group One placings in his home state with victory in the BTC Cup. Read more »
Japan gambler says losses tax deductible
Tokyo
Thursday 8 May 2014, 9:48am
A Japanese gambler is challenging the tax department, arguing that his losing bets on horse races are a deductible business expense. Read more »
Suegioo wins Chester Cup for Koukash
London
Thursday 8 May 2014, 9:42am
The Marco Botti-trained Suegioo has won the Chester Cup for Dr Marwan Koukash who had five runners in the race. Read more »
Numbers point to more Waller dominance
Sydney
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 5:21pm
Leading trainer Chris Waller has 19 Rosehill acceptors as he celebrates the anniversary of a career-best haul. Read more »
Stewards open jockey betting probe
Melbourne
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 4:47pm
Racing Victoria stewards have opened an inquiry into a jockey's alleged betting activities on thoroughbred racing. Read more »
Zoustar arrives for Royal Ascot bid
Sydney
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 4:26pm
The Chris Waller-trained colt Zoustar has landed in Europe as he takes the next step towards a start in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot. Read more »
Nicamorae chasing third straight win
Melbourne
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 4:05pm
Nicamorae will bid for her third victory in succession at Flemington where her opposition will include Black Caviar's sibling Belle Couture. Read more »
Pressing set for smooth trip to Brisbane
Melbourne
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 3:46pm
Mick Price will fly unbeaten colt Pressing to Brisbane where he hopes to plunder some of the two-year-old features during the winter carnival. Read more »
Makybe Diva relation wins in city
Sydney
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 3:33pm
Breeding will ensure La Amistad will be scrutinised like few other racehorses but her connections are happy to let her make her own way. Read more »
Apprentice's work ethic paying dividends
Toowoomba
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 3:22pm
Queensland apprentice James Orman is happy to travel the state for rides and his commitment is being rewarded with winners. Read more »
Christian chases Group wins in two states
Melbourne
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 3:07pm
Prominent AFL commentator Michael Christian will have eyes only for a pair of thoroughbreds when two of his horses contest feature races. Read more »
O'Shea wins with first runner for Darley
Melbourne
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 2:29pm
John O'Shea has made a winning start to life as head trainer for Darley Australia with his first runner, Alaska, successful at Sandown. Read more »
Victorian stayers still on Cup trail
Brisbane
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 1:27pm
Akzar and Mr O'Ceirin remain in contention for the Doomben Cup despite connections missing a crucial deadline. Read more »
Boom times for Eureka Stud this winter
Brisbane
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 1:03pm
Queensland's Eureka Stud is hoping Spirit Of Boom can capture another Group One win before he begins stallion duties in the spring. Read more »
Cosgrave cleared to ride pending appeal
London
Wednesday 7 May 2014, 8:53am
Pat Cosgrave can ride in Britain as he waits for the BHA to hear his appeal not to reciprocate an improper riding ban incurred in Dubai. Read more »
Gai's Driefontein heads Goodwood betting
Adelaide
Tuesday 6 May 2014, 5:46pm
A perfect draw has prompted bookmakers to post the Gai Waterhouse-trained Driefontein as the favourite to win the Group One Goodwood at Morphettville. Read more »