RQ rushes to make contingency plans
For now, racing will continue in southeast Queensland, but like other sporting events around the country, the public will be excluded from Monday until further notice.
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Nathan’s Racebook: Fisticuffs on Gold Coast
Racing editor Nathan Exelby and the bookmaking team from Ladbrokes pinpoint the horses to back and ones to avoid in the heavy going at the Gold Coast. BEST BETS, ANALYSIS
Virus crisis: Nippers suspended across state
Surf Life Saving Queensland has announced the suspension of the state’s Nipper program in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, on the back of other local sports cancellations. See the full guide here.
Vandyke stays calm as Blood pressure rises
David Vandyke and Ryan Maloney both fought mental demons before separately making the move to Queensland to start new lives. Now they are riding high with a freakish racehorse.
Lipp’s little Gem capable of big things
Rex Lipp considers Gem Of Scotland to be up with the very best horses he has trained and expects her to show it this time in, starting with the QTIS 3YO Jewel on the Gold Coast.
Blood oath: How Simpsons found accidental hero
Sunshine Coast couple Jeff and Robyn Simpson have a much slower gelding to thank for their involvement in Queensland racing’s newest superstar Alligator Blood.
Emerging star rejected by yearling sales
The breeders of Rothfire have revealed sales company deemed the juvenile sensation not good for auction. The $10,000 bargain buy is aiming for his fifth straight win and a big payday this weekend.
Kingdom relaxes into role as a winner
Rob Heathcote praised track rider Justin Anderson for the transformation of Emerald Kingdom, who will be given his chance at the winter carnival after winning again at Eagle Farm.
Hanseatic’s Slipper hopes are still high
Despite not racing, Hanseatic drifted in betting for the Golden Slipper after the weekend’s dress rehearsals, but he can still be the one to beat in the world’s richest two-year-olds’ race.
Nathan’s racebook: Short odds still sweet
Racing editor Nathan Exelby and the bookmaking team from Ladbrokes pinpoint the horses to back and ones to avoid at Eagle Farm. Plus, Peter Moody’s tips for the Newmarket Handicap at Flemington.
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