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All Too Hard pleases Dunn in jump-out win

Friday 12 April 2013, 1:02pm

All Too Hard's jockey Dwayne Dunn says the colt is ticking over nicely towards the Group One All Aged Stakes after another jump-out win at Flemington.  Read more »

McDonald suspension term to stand

Friday 12 April 2013, 12:54pm

James McDonald will miss the Doncaster Mile and Sydney Cup meetings after losing an appeal against the severity of a suspension.  Read more »

Godolphin boosts entries for Epsom Derby

Friday 12 April 2013, 10:50am

Dawn Approach, crowned the UK's champion two-year-old last year, has been included in a record second-stage entries for the Epsom Derby.  Read more »

Auction firm Inglis bans Tinkler horses

Thursday 11 April 2013, 5:51pm

Leading bloodstock auctioneers William Inglis and Son will no longer accept horses owned by beleaguered mining magnate Nathan Tinkler in its select sales.  Read more »

Brown promises genuine test for Caviar

Thursday 11 April 2013, 5:03pm

At least one rival jockey is planning to make superstar Black Caviar work hard for her pay cheque in the TJ Smith Stakes at Randwick.  Read more »

Toydini out to confirm Qld Derby campaign

Thursday 11 April 2013, 4:51pm

A gelding operation has helped Toydini become a Group Two winner and ambitious plans for him include the Queensland Derby.  Read more »

Record-breaking yearling sale yields $82m

Thursday 11 April 2013, 4:36pm

Results from the Australian Easter Yearling Sale confirm Fastnet Rock is closing fast on Redoute's Choice as the nation's leading thoroughbred stallion.  Read more »

Derby favourite is the real deal: Rawiller

Thursday 11 April 2013, 4:22pm

He underestimated It's A Dundeel once but Nash Rawiller won't be caught in the same trap when he rides against him in the Australian Derby.  Read more »

Hasan hopes for more home track success

Thursday 11 April 2013, 4:08pm

Saab Hasan celebrated a special win with Shoreham at Flemington last year and he believes the gelding can be successful again in the Galilee Series Final.  Read more »

Overreach on her way to the triple crown

Thursday 11 April 2013, 3:44pm

Owner-breeder George Altomonte is relaxed about his Golden Slipper winner Overreach running out a strong 1400m in the Sires' Produce Stakes.  Read more »

It's On The Pocket at carnival crossroads

Thursday 11 April 2013, 2:54pm

It's On The Pocket is undefeated since being gelded as trainer Lindsay Gough puts his carnival credentials to the test in the Brisbane Racing Club Plate.  Read more »

Ryan to figure despite Snitzerland absence

Thursday 11 April 2013, 1:45pm

His top-class filly Snitzerland might be missing from the Derby day support card but Gerald Ryan still has high hopes for a result with a solid team.  Read more »

Safeguard ready for belated autumn return

Thursday 11 April 2013, 1:34pm

A Golden Slipper preparation had to be abandoned with Safeguard after a minor setback but he'll be out to make amends in the Kindergarten Stakes.  Read more »

Wellington connection chasing Orange Cup

Thursday 11 April 2013, 11:36am

Lifelong friends Matthew Cahill and Garry McCarney will join forces to chase successive country Cups wins with Fox Solid in the Orange Gold Cup.  Read more »

Dunlop to welcome Snow Fairy back

Thursday 11 April 2013, 9:10am

Multiple Group One winner Snow Fairy is making steady progress towards a retrun to the racetrack.  Read more »

McDonald suspended over whip infringement

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 6:30pm

Leading jockey James McDonald has fallen foul of stewards for breaching several whip rules which has resulted in a one-week ban.  Read more »

Gai Waterhouse licensed to train jumpers

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 5:44pm

The Nemesis will be Gai Waterhouse's first runner over hurdles with the ground-breaking trainer earning her jumps licence.  Read more »

Sydney base on the cards for McEvoy

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 5:40pm

Respected horseman Tony McEvoy could be a more frequent sight at Sydney racetracks after hinting at his plans to set-up a local training base.  Read more »

Katelyn Mallyon in Sandown birthday win

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 5:30pm

Apprentice Katelyn Mallyon celebrated her 19th birthday with a winner at Sandown in her first ride for prominent trainer Mick Price.  Read more »

Caviar presence overshadows Derby hot-pot

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 5:23pm

It's not often an odds-on favourite for a blue-riband Classic has to give up top billing on a race day but that will be the case for It's A Dundeel.  Read more »

Chris Munce back in action at Eagle Farm

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 5:03pm

Chris Munce admitted to nerves before making his long-awaited comeback to riding at Eagle Farm after being sidelined for four months with throat cancer.  Read more »

Slipper winner in top shape for Randwick

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 4:54pm

Despite a call-up to ride in Hong Kong, Tommy Berry's focus is firmly on adding to his Sydney carnival haul.  Read more »

Black Caviar, Hay List poised for TJ clash

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 4:33pm

Hay List has played bridesmaid to Black Caviar four times and that is again likely to be a best-case scenario for the high-class sprinter at Randwick.  Read more »

Hard Stride chasing breakthrough win

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 4:09pm

Co-trainer Simon Zahra believes Hard Stride is placed to breakthrough at Flemington as long as the colt hasn't already come to the end of his campaign.  Read more »

Horse trading can be a risky business

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 3:50pm

The risks of buying thoroughbred yearlings are well known, but some are also well concealed.  Read more »

Fastnet Rock colt knocked down for $4m

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 3:08pm

A colt by Fastnet Rock has topped day two of the Australian Easter Yearling Sale, purchased by Dubai businessman Nasser Lootah for $4 million.  Read more »

Another yearling sells for seven figures

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 12:08pm

A fifth yearling to top the million-dollar mark has been sold at the Australian Easter Yearling Sale in Sydney.  Read more »

Derby hero Camelot on course for comeback

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 11:35am

A start in the Prince Of Wales's Stakes during Royal Ascot is among the early-season targets for two-time Derby winner Camelot.  Read more »

Caviar stops the rain ahead of NSW return

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 11:06am

Black Caviar looks like maintaining a reputation for changing the weather as well as keeping her winning record intact when she runs at Randwick.  Read more »

Cirrus not certain for Coronation

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 10:39am

Trainer Corine Barande-Barbe is taking a cautious approach with star galloper Cirrus Des Aigles as he prepares for a comeback to racing.  Read more »

Grand National winner welcomed home

Wednesday 10 April 2013, 1:57am

Grand National winning rider Ryan Mania has left hospital after a fall to enjoy a belated celebration of his victory in his home town.  Read more »

McDonald appeals severity of suspension

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 6:22pm

James McDonald has appealed against the severity of a careless riding suspension that has him set to miss the Doncaster Mile and Sydney Cup meetings.  Read more »

Record price highlights sale opening day

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 6:17pm

The Australian Easter Yearling Sale had four horses make more than $1 million at its opening session, including $5 million for Black Caviar's half-brother.  Read more »

$5 million record for Black Caviar’s sibling at Inglis Easter

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 5:44pm

A new Australasian record price for a yearling was set in Sydney on Tuesday when Black Caviar’s half-brother by Redoute’s Choice was sold for A$5 million  Read more »

Bush victory gives Ryan rides 3000 winners

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 5:25pm

NSW jockey Greg Ryan has posted the 3000th victory of his career, booting home a maiden winner in a race at Tamworth.  Read more »

Premier in awe of history-making $5m sale

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 5:16pm

NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell won't be at Randwick to watch Black Caviar but he didn't miss out when her little brother fetched $5 million at auction.  Read more »

Jake Noonan ready for UK riding stint

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 4:49pm

Jake Noonan is not far off heading to the UK for a riding stint but first will be after success at Sandown with three rides including two for his father.  Read more »

Black Caviar's brother fetches $5 million

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 3:36pm

An Australian record price has been paid for a thoroughbred yearling with a half-brother to Black Caviar selling for $5 million.  Read more »

Lady Melksham still not at peak: Sadler

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 3:24pm

John Sadler is aiming Lady Melksham to peak for a Group One assignment third-up but is confident the mare is well enough to be hard to beat at Flemington.  Read more »

It's A Dundeel dominates Australian Derby

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 3:07pm

Dominant Australian Derby favourite It's A Dundeel will be made to work hard to claim the final leg of the Sydney three-year-old triple crown.  Read more »

Sutton Queen ready for city breakthrough

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 2:42pm

A liking for the track, a favourable tempo and the engagement of a 3kg claiming apprentice can be a winning combination for Sutton Queen at Canterbury.  Read more »

Kingsbarns still in Epsom Derby picture

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 11:36am

Group One winner Kingsbarns is in doubt for the 2000 Guineas but hopes are high he will represent Coolmore in the Derby.  Read more »

Animal Kingdom set for Royal Ascot start

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 11:34am

Animal Kingdom has taken no harm from his Dubai to England trip and a Royal Ascot start is in the pipeline for the Dubai World Cup winner.  Read more »

It's A Dundeel in barrier eight for Derby

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 10:51am

Favourite It's A Dundeel has drawn barrier eight of 10 in the Australian Derby and has firmed to $1.25 in the absence of the injured Fiveandahalfstar.  Read more »

Second night in hospital for Mania

Tuesday 9 April 2013, 6:16am

Grand National winning rider Ryan Mania has spent a second night in hospital awaiting the results of an MRI scan after a fall at Hexham.  Read more »

Easter Sale to start on a high

Monday 8 April 2013, 6:23pm

Black Caviar's half brother will be the star attraction on day one of the Australian Easter Yearling sale in Sydney.  Read more »

Tommy Berry to ride in Hong Kong

Monday 8 April 2013, 5:52pm

Golden Slipper winning rider Tommy Berry will take up a three-month contract in Hong Kong at the of the Sydney autumn carnival.  Read more »

Charlie Boy to run in Sires' Produce

Monday 8 April 2013, 5:29pm

Gerald Ryan will give Charlie Boy his chance against Golden Slipper winner Overreach in the Sires' Produce Stakes.  Read more »

Helenus dies during surgery

Monday 8 April 2013, 5:24pm

Helenus, a Victoria Derby winner and sire of Australian Derby winner Ethiopia, has died from complications during surgery.  Read more »

New rules on jockey bets announced

Monday 8 April 2013, 5:21pm

Racing Victoria has announced new rules and penalties for jockeys who must sign a declaration as a licence condition that they have not bet on races.  Read more »