Roughie blows Millions field Away
Trainer Ciaron Maher has won many Group 1s across the country but Away Game’s upset win in the Magic Millions Guineas nearly reduced him to tears.
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Magic Millions winner rebounds after traffic delay
Queensland’s best racehorse cruised to its eighth win in nine starts as it took out the Magic Millions Guineas, but the lead-up to the race was anything but troublefree.
Familiar winning feeling for Invicibella
There’s just something about this time of the year that agrees with Invincibella. The Chris Waller-trained mare became the first three-time winner of any Magic Millions race with success in the $1m F&M on Saturday.
Alligator delivers Maloney deserved big win
Ryan Maloney was denied a major race win with Alligator Blood last spring but made up for that disappointment when Queensland’s next big racing star made a mess of his rivals in the Magic Millions Guineas.
Top hope needs final clearance before Millions start
Doubt remains over second favourite Farnan’s participation in the Magic Millions Classic after QRIC head vet Martin Lenz ordered a final examination of the colt on Saturday morning before the race.
Racebook: Vega can hit the bookies hard
The bookies will be hoping they didn’t make a mistake with Vega One’s opening price but Courier Mail racing editor Nathan Exelby believes they should be feeling nervous. Check out his comprehensive Magic Millions Day preview.
O’Dea has been building for magical day
Steve O’Dea left Townsville for Brisbane 12 years ago and his success soon drew the attention of a leading syndicate. He has four runners at the Magic Millions in what could his biggest pay day.
Racing more than a business for Fungs
It has taken just five years for Aquis Farm to make its presence felt in Australia’s racing and breeding industry and owners Tony and Justin Fung say success has come quicker than expected.
Guineas ‘repositioning’ gives winter carnival extra sparkle
With some major changes to the three-year-old program, including the Queensland Guineas, the new-look Brisbane winter carnival, which will boast five races worth $1 million or more, is set in stone.
Rivals racing for second against Alligator
Anthony Freedman denied Alligator Blood’s connections victory in the Caulfield Guineas last spring but he’s not so sure the same will happen again in the Magic Millions Guineas.
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