News

Steel Wool shows mettle with Sydney start

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 »