Inside barrier fit for King in Australian Derby
Drawing an inside barrier in the Group 1 Australian Derby has filled King Of Thunder rider Zac Lloyd with confidence.
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Podcast host shows belief in his horse with tattoo
A popular podcaster got a tattoo before his horse had won a race, but the young galloper now has a cult following after a promising start to his career.
Racing Confidential: Doncaster deserves Grand Slam status
The quality of the Doncaster Mile again highlights the need to recognise Australia’s strength in racing and create a Grand Slam race series for sprinters and milers.
‘I was kicking myself’: Haggas bullish on Doncaster roughie
English maestro William Haggas has Al Mubhir poised to produce the ultimate form reversal in the Group 1 $4 million Doncaster Mile (1600m) at Royal Randwick on Saturday.
‘I know what Bossy means now’: Berry not taking Group 1 success for granted
Tommy Berry’s comeback Group 1 win on Gringotts gave him reason to recall some sage advice he was given by Hall of Famer Glen Boss nearly a decade ago.
$51m … and counting: Maher poised to break prizemoney record
Ciaron Maher is set to break the trainer’s prizemoney record for a season on Day 1 of The Championships at Royal Randwick on Saturday – and there is still nearly four months of 2024-25 racing year remaining.
‘Best 2yo I’ve had’: Lees pays Rivellino ultimate compliment
Kris Lees has paid smart colt Rivellino a huge compliment ahead of the Group 1 Sires’ Produce Stakes, rating him higher than his former superstar Samantha Miss at the same age.
VRC’s March mania: Flemington form set to shine in Sydney
VRC chief Leigh Jordan has hailed the new-look Flemington autumn carnival a success, and the form could dominate The Championships in Sydney.
‘I know I’m polarising’: Sex worker has Group 1 date at Randwick
Sex worker Carly Electric admits she is “quite polarising” in the racing industry but that won’t stop her going to the races on Saturday to watch her first Group 1 runner.
Sprint showdown spills over into sales ring
The most important thoroughbred auction in the southern hemisphere starts on Sunday, with close relations to TJ Smith Stakes contenders Switzerland, Sunshine In Paris and I Am Me to go under the hammer.
Shayne O’Cass’ Randwick Saturday tips, race-by-race analysis
Form expert Shayne O’Cass dissects the 10-race card Day 1 of The Championships at Royal Randwick on Saturday, presenting his tips and race-by-race analysis.
Sapphire Coast preview: Collings is on the road to riches
Trainer Scott Collings heads to the Sapphire Coast with three leading chances before turning his attention to the Country Championship Final at Randwick on Saturday.
Australian Derby runner-by-runner form analysis and tips
Racenet’s Clinton Payne presents his tips and form assessment for each of the runners in Saturday’s Group 1 Australian Derby at Randwick.
Randwick Turf Talk: ‘Everest slot holders already on the blower’
Mitch Cohen and Shayne O’Cass debate all the key chances on Day 1 of The Championships at Royal Randwick on Saturday.
TJ Smith Stakes runner-by-runner form analysis and tips
Jett Hatton presents his tips and form assessment for each of the runners in Saturday’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes at Randwick.
Sapphire Coast tips: Cholante to shine for new stable
Choisir daughter Cholate has trialled exceedingly well ahead of her return to racing at the Sapphire Coast which marks her first run for new trainer Scott Collings. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Doncaster Mile runner-by-runner form analysis and tips
Racenet’s Clinton Payne presents his tips and form assessment for each of the runners in Saturday’s Group 1 Doncaster Mile at Randwick.
There was definitely a hangover period’: Hugh’s Hong Kong revival
Superstar jockey Hugh Bowman was always going to come back to Earth after his partnership with Winx ended six years ago … but he’ll be riding high in the saddle again at Randwick on Saturday.
‘It’s been special’: Kiwi stayer vying for rare double
New Zealand trainers Shaun and Emma Clotworthy will have a final shot at history with Willydoit in the Australian Derby before the young stayer moves to the Ciaron Maher stable.
Gluyas puts trust in Guru after Guineas lesson
South Australian trainer Andrew Gluyas isn’t panicking after Goldrush Guru’s failure in the Rosehill Guineas as he pushes on towards the Group 1 Australian Derby.
‘Been a long month’: Portelli eager for Group 1 with Kimochi
Kimochi hasn’t raced in close to a month but is ready to make her presence felt on day one of The Championships at Royal Randwick.
Rosehill racecourse manager takes up Moonee Valley job
Rosehill’s racecourse manager Shaun Patterson has resigned from his role to take up a position with an interstate club.
Everest dream over for James but trainer still proud
Trainer Matt Hoysted will set realistic targets for Uncommon James after his stable star’s encouraging return to racing.
Wyong preview: Sargent hoping for a change of fortune
A hard track went against French Ruler and Harlow Mist last start but trainer John Sargent feels a wet track in the Provincial-Midway Wildcard at Wyong can seem them bounce back.
Where to first for Giga Kick? Douglas keeps options open
Superstar sprinter Giga Kick is set to return next month, but trainer Clayton Douglas is still deciding which Group 1 race that will be.
Team Hayes sweat on Donny start with Rise At Dawn
Dual Doncaster Mile winner Mr Brightside has blazed a path his fellow “ugly duckling” Rise At Dawn can follow in Saturday’s $4m Doncaster Mile at Randwick.
Wyong Thursday tips: Godolphin filly poised for a first-up win
The James Cummings-trained Reducio was good in both starts of her first campaign and can kick off her second preparation with a win. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Melbourne Cup hopeful sidelined with injury
A promising stayer which had been one of the top fancies for the 2024 Melbourne Cup has injured his tendon and faces a lengthy stint on the sidelines.
Dubai Honour sets up Queen Elizabeth blockbuster with Tancred win
Dubai Honour kept his unbeaten Australian record intact in the Group 1 Tancred Stakes and a clash with superstar mare Via Sistina now awaits in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
Moment to Treasure as gun filly dominates Vinery Stud
Star Victorian filly Treasurethe Moment enhanced her standing as the ATC Oaks favourite with a commanding victory in the Group 1 Vinery Stud Stakes at Rosehill.
What the jockeys said: 2025 Tancred Stakes
This is what the jockeys had to say after the running of the Tancred Stakes at Rosehill on Tuesday.
Pride finds positives as Ceolwulf scrapes home in Neville Sellwood
Joe Pride concedes Ceolwulf will needs to improve to threaten Via Sistina in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth Stakes after scrambling to a narrow victory in the Neville Sellwood Stakes at Rosehill.
Lekvarte enhances value before sale with Group 2 victory
What is likely to be her final racing preparation, Lekvarte powered through the heavy track at Rosehill to claim a thrilling win in the Group 2 Emancipation Stakes.
What the jockeys said: 2025 Vinery Stud Stakes
This is what the jockeys had to say after the running of the Vinery Stud Stakes at Rosehill on Tuesday.
Pocketing earns shot at Derby with gutsy Tulloch win
The Group 1 Australian Derby wasn’t on the agenda for Pocketing but a fighting win in the rescheduled Group 2 Tulloch Stakes at Rosehill has forced a change.
KWT, Waller combo takes positive step with Derby hopeful
Young jockey Kyle Wilson-Taylor approached Chris Waller looking for an opportunity and the partnership is bearing fruit as they combined for a win at Doomben with a potential Queensland Derby prospect.
Purton picks up plum Derby ride
Jet-setting jockey Zac Purton has bolstered his rides for Day 1 of The Championships at Randwick on Saturday.
Warwick Farm preview: Wet track no sweat for Perspiration
Trainer Ciaron Maher has patiently waited for a wet track for the return of stakes-winning colt Perspiration and gets ideal conditions at Warwick Farm.
Brideoake to add Prestige to Randwick
Mornington trainer David Brideoake is mulling a trip to Sydney for the Group 1 Sires’ Produce Stakes for a product of a developing partnership with a Hong Kong-based businessman.
Warwick Farm Wednesday tips: Curtis’ filly to return in winning mode
The Lee and Cherie Curtis-trained Modella was terrific in her first two runs in January and can return from a let-up with a win at Warwick Farm. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Lloyd, Shinn pick up J-Mac’s Group 1 rides on Tuesday
Sydney’s star young rider Zac Lloyd and Melbourne’s champion jockey Blake Shinn have picked up James McDonald’s Group 1 rides at Rosehill Gardens on Tuesday.
Newcastle, Tamworth previews: Coyle’s ‘Sweet’ on newcomer
Multiple Group 1 winning trainer Jason Coyle is hoping first starter Semibreve can live up to her pedigree and price tag when she steps out at Newcastle on Tuesday.
Newcastle, Tamworth Tuesday tips: $15 value bet
Form analyst Shayne O’Cass presents his best bets, value selections and exotic tips for Tuesday’s meetings at Newcastle and Tamworth.
Ray and Duff’s Rosehill tips: $6 value bet on filly with Slipper form
Ron Dufficy thinks punters can build a bank early on Tuesday’s rescheduled Tancred Stakes day meeting courtesy of a filly who wasn’t far off Marhoona and Tempted last time out.
Private Harry to miss TJ for all out The Everest assault
Sprint sensation Private Harry will miss Saturday’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes as connections set their focus on The Everest in October.
Wellington Monday tips, inside mail: $3.20 best bet
Form analyst Shayne O’Cass presents his best bets and value selections for Monday’s Wellington meeting, which features the Wellington Boot and Wellington Cup.
‘She has just got better, he’s a beauty’: Laurie eyes Group 1 double
Victorian trainer Matt Laurie will chase a Group 1 double with two of his stable’s brightest young stars.
Ka-boom: Super sprinter lays down another daunting Everest marker
Be afraid, Everest rivals. Hong Kong star Ka Ying Rising showed yet again why he’s rated the best sprinter in the world with an arrogant win at Sha Tin on Sunday.
Wellington previews: Howlett filly to put Boot into rivals
Trainer Todd Howlett is confident his Wellington Boot debutant Try Me has the talent to take out one of the country’s most prestigious annual features
‘Won’t be backing up’: Prelude priority for Conners’ stable star
The Prelude winner gets entry into the Doncaster Mile but trainer Marc Conners says that’s not the focus for his stable weapon.
Ka Ying Rising today, Moira on Saturday: Purton’s globetrotting week
The Canadian mare who won a US Breeders Cup race is now trained by a New Zealander and will be ridden by a Hong Kong-based jockey when she attempts to win the most prestigious mile handicap in Australian racing.
‘I was sceptical … but we started seeing marked improvement’: Alligator Blood’s ‘magic potion’
Seven-time Group 1 winning superstar Alligator Blood’s part-owner says the iconic horse may not be approaching a miracle return to racing without a ‘magic potion’ from the Cook Islands.
Miracle Mile rematch is on … but in a different country
Almost a month later and 2700km from Menangle, where Don Hugo conquered Leap To Fame to win the 2025 Miracle Mile, the star pacers will again clash in a $1 million race.
Australasian Oaks on agenda for Stokes filly
Trainer Phillip Stokes is eyeing the Group 1 Australasian Oaks after Comanche Miss broke her maiden in the Clare Lindop Stakes at Morphettville.
Deakin ‘big call’ leads to Melbourne Cup berth
Trainer Phillip Stokes can start plotting a path towards the Melbourne Cup with Deakin after the promising stayer’s fighting win in the Roy Higgins at Flemington.
Light Infantry Man shines in Australian Cup as Jenni fades
Ciaron Maher still claimed the Group 1 Australian Cup with import Light Infantry Man after crowd favourite Pride Of Jenni was beaten.
Ceolwulf stays on Queen Elizabeth path after Rosehill washout
The Tancred Stakes meeting has been rescheduled as trainer Joe Pride reveals what this means for Ceolwulf, and James McDonald has confirmed when he will leave for Dubai.
‘Pretty special’: Kiwi filly too fast in Flemington raid
New Zealand raider Alabama Lass will head back home for a well-earned spell after a commanding frontrunning win at Flemington, and the filly could be back for the spring.
$210k punt on filly pays off with Group 3 win
Recuperato scored a valuable stakes win at Flemington after Peter and Manny Gelagotis took a $210,000 risk on the developing filly.
O’Shea and Charlton chase magic at The Championships
John O’Shea and Tom Charlton have the Doncaster favourite and a leading chance for the Australian Derby but aren’t complacent heading into the ‘Grand Finals of Australian Racing’.
Wagga tips: Colvin has high hopes for returning Warpainted
Trainer Gary Colvin is looking forward to the return of promising three-year-old Warpainted and has feature race aspirations for the gelding.
Wellington tips: Murphy on a mission for Cup Victory
Goulburn trainer Pat Murphy with good each-way chances in the Cup and Wellington Boot while he is quietly confident his third runner will be hard to beat.
Tancred Stakes Day postponed
Saturday’s big Group 1 meeting at Rosehill has been postponed due to rain.
Rosehill Inside Mail: Where’s there’s a Will, there’s a way
He loves wet ground, he settles in a forward position and James McDonald is on board. What’s not to love about Ray Thomas’s best bet for 2025 Tancred Stakes day at Rosehill Gardens?
Yulong secure half-share of Private Harry, locked in for The Everest
Yulong Investments has secured a half share in Group 1 Galaxy winner Private Harry.
Wyong tips: Piperita set for another home track win
The Sara Ryan-trained Piperita was very good in winning first-up on her home track and she can make it back-to-back victories. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Wyong preview: Widdup chasing a second Championship finalist
Trainer Brad Widdup is a big fan of the Provincial-Midway Championship series and is hoping Colours Of Autumn can join Money Team in the Final via Wyong’s Wildcard.
Broodmare to racemare, policeman to trainer: The remarkable story of Mahogany Girl and Darryll Kell
When Mahogany Girl was sent to trainer Darryll Kell just months after giving birth to her first foal, her chances of getting back to the track – let alone winning a race – looked slim. But now she’s mixing it with racing’s elite.
‘He’s doing all the right things’: Clark confident on Vauban
Highly-touted import Vauban has gun jockey Tim Clark brimming with confidence that his best is yet to come in Saturday’s Group 1 $1.5 million Tancred Stakes (2400m) at Rosehill Gardens.
First-up facts: Why Dubai Honour should be feared in Tancred
Thinking of risking the favourite Dubai Honour in Saturday’s Group 1 Tancred Stakes at Rosehill? The facts behind trainer William Haggas’ amazing first-up record in Australia will make you think again.
Slot-holder slams ‘joke’ scratching policy after losing $40k
A King Of The Mountain slot-holder is furious after he lost $40,000 when his runner was scratched on Friday morning.
‘The form has stood up’: Victorian trainers ready for War in Tancred
Victorian stayer Warmonger could stamp Sydney Cup aspirations on Saturday at Rosehill Gardens against world class opposition in the Group 1 Tancred Stakes (2400m).
Ray and Duff’s Rosehill tips: $7 value bet on filly with Slipper form
Ron Dufficy thinks punters can build a bank early on 2025 Tancred Stakes day courtesy of a filly who wasn’t far off Marhoona and Tempted last time out. Get Duff and Ray Thomas’ tips and analysis for Rosehill Gardens.
‘It still haunts me’: Group 1 star’s amazing flood rescue revealed
Star filly Treasurethe Moment will race as a short-priced Group 1 favourite on Saturday but she almost never made it to the track, with her amazing rescue from 2022 floods finally revealed.
‘She should be 3/1 on’: Haggas’ ultimate compliment for Via Sistina
English maestro William Haggas says James McDonald’s reluctance to split Horse of the Year-elect Via Sistina and Hong Kong champion Romantic Warrior is the ultimate compliment to the mighty mare.
Melham: ‘Best chance’ Zardozi has of defeating Jenni
Jamie Melham explains how Zardozi can turn the tables on Pride Of Jenni in the Group 1 Australian Cup on Saturday.
Rosehill Turf Talk: Stars align on a $12 J-Mac mount
Mitch Cohen and Shayne O’Cass debate all the big chances on 2025 Tancred Stakes Day at Rosehill Gardens, where a $12 chance to be ridden by James McDonald catching our experts’ eyes.
Shayne O’Cass’ Rosehill Saturday tips, race-by-race analysis
Form expert Shayne O’Cass dissects the 10-race card for the Group 1 Tancred and Vinery Stud Stakes Day at Rosehill Gardens on Saturday, presenting his tips and race-by-race analysis.
Mustang Morgan to benefit from Forsman formula in Tulloch Stakes
Kiwi trainer Andrew Forsman is treading a proven path as he prepares for another Sydney autumn raid with Mustang Morgan in Saturday’s Group 2 $300,000 Tulloch Stakes (2000m) at Rosehill Gardens.
‘Biggest gamble of my life’: How Baker bet on himself … and won
Fourteen years ago, trainer Bjorn Baker had more empty boxes than horses in work when he set up on his own at Warwick Farm. So who’s to blame him if he celebrates every winner like it’s his last?
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