‘Never seen a better jockey’: J-Mac closes in on Miracle Mal’s mark
Hall of Fame jockey Malcolm Johnston is adamant James McDonald will claim his national riding record for most Group 1 wins in a season – it’s just a matter of when.
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‘This wasn’t a decision I made lightly’: Cummings on shock Hong Kong switch
James Cummings has withdrawn his application for the famous Leilani Lodge stables at Royal Randwick after accepting an offer to train in Hong Kong.
Trainer reveals Group 1 JJ Atkins contender was ‘flying blind’ in lead-up
It will surely help Group 1 JJ Atkins contender Torque To Be Sure that he will actually be able to see where he is going in the big race on Saturday, after having major issues the last time he raced.
‘Our best hand’: Barrier draw boosts Hayes’ Stradbroke confidence
Co-trainer Ben Hayes declared Lindsay Park had its “best hand” to secure a first Stradbroke Handicap following the barrier draw on Tuesday night.
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Lloyd’s dad to be trackside for shot at Stradbroke history
Zac Lloyd will aim to become the first jockey in more than 30 years to win consecutive Stradbroke Handicaps and his parents don’t want to tempt fate.
Mates will be shaken and stirred if Straddie horse wins at $201
Seven close mates are living the dream with a runner in the Stradbroke, and some members of their Bond 007 syndicate are hoping for a massive payday after backing it at $201.
‘Pressure is your friend’: Cejay’s tip to conjure Stradbroke fairytale
Cejay Graham has a “pinch myself moment” in the Stradbroke Handicap and has some wise words ringing in her ears as she prepares for her first ride in Queensland’s most prestigious race.
Stanley dreaming of Stradbroke win to make grandad proud
Victorian jockey Jett Stanley says it will be a special moment if he can honour his late grandfather by winning his first Group 1 in the Stradbroke Handicap.
Gollan faces more Stradbroke heartbreak by prizemoney rule
Tony Gollan looks set to have a Stradbroke Handicap contender stranded outside the field for a third straight year with Transatlantic unable to be re-handicapped for his win last Saturday.
Thompson weighs up Q22 back-up for luckless Oaks runner
Trainer Glen Thompson will decide whether unlucky Queensland Oaks placegetter Benagil will back-up in the Q22 this weekend.
Grafterburners primed for JJ Atkins decider against Cool Archie
Grafterburners has been no match for Cool Archie in both runs this campaign but trainer Kelly Schweida is confident of turning the tables in the Group 1 JJ Atkins.
Inquiry into jockey altercation set to resume in Stradbroke week
The stewards inquiry into a physical altercation between two Queensland jockeys is likely to be resumed in Stradbroke Handicap week.
Sunrays ends stellar campaign as trainer resists Group 1 lure
Connections will resist any temptation of testing classy filly Sunrays in next week’s Group 1 JJ Atkins after her win in the Show A Heart at Eagle Farm.
Roughie king Maloney strikes again with Derby pick-up ride
Ryan Maloney scored another longshot Group 1 victory as he seized an opportunity to ride Maison Louis in the Queensland Derby.
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