‘I couldn’t see anything’: jockey feared for his safety
Apprentice jockey Cobi Vitler feared that his mount would clip heels when the lights went out during a race at Toowoomba on Saturday night.
QLD Racing
Golden girls keen for another ride in chopper
Cejay Graham and Nikita Beriman enjoyed a “magical” ride to the Gold Coast on Saturday before tasting success in the feature races of the day.
Hoysted, Beriman go back-to-back in QTIS 3YO Jewel
Jockey Nikita Beriman defended her QTIS Jewel 3YO crown with Hearts Are Better a spectacular winner of the feature on Saturday night.
Schweida and Graham flying high after QTIS Jewel success
A patient Cejay Graham ride was the catalyst for Grafterburners to justify his favouritism and take out the QTIS Jewel 2YO on the Gold Coast on Saturday night.
‘This is every week’: Lloyd fires up over latest suspension
Zac Lloyd was giving a stern dressing down when he tried to argue his version of events as he copped another careless riding suspension at Rosehill on Saturday.
Mountain ride up for grabs as Steady Ready sizzles
Steady Ready made a stunning return at Eagle Farm ahead of his bid for redemption in the King Of The Mountain, but his trainers will have to find a new rider with Zac Lloyd suspended.
‘Perfect’ Lady Shendendoah defies history in Coolmore victory
Brilliant filly Lady Shenandoah maintained her perfect autumn record with a weight-carrying record win in the Group 1 Coolmore Classic, which could be her final run of the campaign.
Lazzura continues Waller’s Phar Lap domination
Hall of Fame trainer Chris Waller has made the Group 2 Phar Lap Stakes his own in the last decade all with fillies, and Lazzura continued the trend with a dominant victory.
‘She was here to win’: Pride Of Jenni back with bang
Pride Of Jenni owner Tony Ottobre returned serve to the doubters after his mare capped her miracle return with a dominant win in the Peter Young Stakes.
Trainer ‘incredibly proud’ after $14k buy wins $1m Showdown
Emma-Lee Browne was hopeful of winning a race when she bought McGaw for $14,000, but the gelding has now won a $1m race after taking out the Showdown at Caulfield.
Melbourne Cup flop Vauban delivers for Waterhouse and Bott
Twice beaten Melbourne Cup favourite Vauban made an autumn carnival statement when he stormed to his first Australian win in the Sky High Stakes.
Golden Slipper unlikely despite Memo’s Magic win
Peter Snowden says the Golden Slipper may be a “bridge too far” for his gutsy filly Memo despite her barnstorming Magic Night Stakes win, but he is eyeing another autumn target.
Ryan eager to back up Skyhook in Golden Slipper
Skyhook is set to back-up in the Golden Slipper after his powerful all-the-way win in the Pago Pago Stakes at Rosehill.
Irish hoop’s Queensland move pays off with breakthrough win
Siobhan Rutledge is considering making her move to Queensland more permanent after she became the latest Irish jockey to ride a Saturday metro winner.
Stunning debut winner leads Hayes’ quartet in Showdown
Lindsay Park trainers Ben, Will and JD Hayes have all bases covered in the $1m Showdown at Caulfield as they saddle up four runners led by a four-length debut winner.
Journeyman jockey ready for hectic weekend
Journeyman jockey Ryan Wiggins doesn’t get many chances in major races these days but has a genuine shot 2YO Jewel, so he’s not complaining about the packed schedule.
‘Can definitely win’: Stanley stoked to ride rocket in Jewel
Justin Stanley says he’s on the right horse for Saturday’s $500,000 3YO Jewel on the Gold Coast, and the only query could be a blessing.
Rosehill inside mail: Punters happy to cop J-Mac tax
Punters will be getting behind James McDonald again at Rosehill, particularly with boom filly Lady Shenandoah, and they don’t mind taking shorter odds.
Skyhook can give Ryan a Golden Slipper conundrum
Gerald Ryan and Sterling Alexiou can bolster their Golden Slipper hand by winning both lead-up races at Rosehill.
Coeur Volante can deliver Moroney Group 1 send-off in Coolmore
Michael Moroney had a high opinion of Coeur Volante he was determined to be at the races to watch her just days before he passed, and victory in the Group 1 Coolmore Classic on Saturday will give the late trainer posthumous vindication.
Why Hulbert ‘won’t be shouting the bar’ if his horse wins Jewel
A horse named after Brisbane’s iconic Breakfast Creek Hotel will contest the $500,000 QTIS Jewel 2YO on Saturday, and that’s where trainer Will Hulbert will be celebrating should the colt win.
WA trainer turns to Shinn in Sydney Group 1 quest
Trainer Grant Williams described it has a “hard watch” when Alsephina had no luck at her first Sydney run but feels she can turn it around in the Coolmore Classic.
Lady Shenandoah has heavy burden in Coolmore bid
Lady Shenandoah will need to produce a history-making performance if she is to overcome her rivals and claim victory in the Group 1 Coolmore Classic at Rosehill.
Gollan gun to Rally in Sydney with ‘good recipe’
One of Tony Gollan’s stable stars looks to have found a suitable target in Sydney on Saturday after tangling with some of Australia’s best horses at weight-for-age in Melbourne.
Gai out to emulate dad’s unique feat with priceless star
Gai Waterhouse is striving to achieve a rare double that only her father has accomplished nearly 40 years with a champion filly he refused to sell for any price.
Zardozi backed to upset Jenni comeback party at Caulfield
Punters have been happy to back Godolphin mare Zardozi to roll comeback mare Pride Of Jenni in Saturday’s Group 2 Peter Young Stakes at Caulfield.
How helicopter will transport riders on marathon metro Saturday
A helicopter to transport jockeys is a key part of the blueprint for a marathon Saturday metropolitan race day across Eagle Farm and the Gold Coast on Saturday.
‘Aussie’ Bjorn chasing Stakes success with classy trio
The week started with Bjorn Baker and his family receiving their Australian citizenship and can end with a stakes treble at Rosehill to continue his hot form on the track.
‘Trainer error’: Willaidow ready to clean up in Ajax
Trainer Marc Conners is confident Willaidow can bounce back to his best in the Ajax Stakes at Rosehill and push his claims for the Doncaster Mile.
Gold Coast preview and tips for Saturday: $11 value play
The postponed QTIS Jewel program at the Gold Coast is set for decision on Saturday with big fields full of chances.
‘He’s retiring at the top of his game’: Group 1 gun has run last race
Waikato Stud and trainers Peter Moody and Katherine Coleman announced the decision to retire I Wish I Win on Wednesday.
Orman’s Hong Kong extension throws premiership wide open
The Brisbane jockeys’ premiership race is wide open following Jimmy Orman’s contract renewal in Hong Kong.
Vicky’s wild ride to snowball into QTIS Jewel glory
Pretty Dubious part-owner Vicky Heathcote is hoping for better luck on Queensland Jewel Day this Saturday after suffering a serious knee injury on the ski slopes in Japan.
Camelot in hunt for rare double but rematch unlikely
Lady Of Camelot has a great chance of emulating a unique feat set nearly 40 years ago with Lady Shenandoah no certainty to tackle the Group 1 Coolmore Classic.
Derby double? Willydoit to add star power to The Championships
Kiwi star Willydoit is equal favourite for the Australian Derby next month and looks set to get his chance in the Group 1 showpiece.
‘She’s going to win races’: Mr Brightside’s sister nears debut
Mr Brightside’s little sister is close to making her debut, which could be as soon as this week.
Gollan: Wrong call made on Jewel meeting
Queensland trainer Tony Gollan isn’t delighted with a marathon day of 21 races across two metro meetings on Saturday, but Racing Queensland bosses say there is potential for a wagering uplift.
Main aim: Damask Rose to fully bloom in $10m Golden Eagle
Te Akau Racing kingpin David Ellis has revealed brilliant Kiwi slot race winner Damask Rose will target a rich race during the Sydney spring carnival.
‘I trained the mother’: Moroney’s trackwork mates reminisce
Mike Moroney’s fellow trainers in the “middle hut” at Flemington pay one more tribute to the trainer before farewelling the Melbourne Cup-winning horseman on Tuesday morning.
‘Lost for words’: Young gun lands Adelaide Cup with brave ride
Rochelle Milnes, the only apprentice in the field, pulled off a brave move to claim the biggest win of her career in the Group 2 Adelaide Cup.
Alfred still packs punch to racing in South East Queensland
The racing calendar in South East Queensland has become jam-packed after the rescheduling of more meetings as ex-Cyclone Alfred continues to bring heavy rainfall.
Haggas raider ’up in the air’ for Tancred Stakes
One of English trainer William Haggas’ autumn carnival raiders is racing the clock to be ready for the Group 1 Tancred Stakes.
Knight’s Choice heading home after autumn plans derailed
Melbourne Cup champion Knight’s Choice will now target the Queensland winter carnival after his Melbourne autumn campaign was aborted.
Bowman to return home for plum Golden Slipper ride
Hugh Bowman will ride a key chance in the Golden Slipper after being granted permission to return home from the Hong Kong Jockey Club for the two-year-old flagship.
Capalaba Greyhounds feel full force of flooding event
In a heart-breaking scenario, Capalaba Greyhound Racing staff fear a repeat of the devastating 2022 floods that destroyed their club.
Queensland Jewel Day on track despite Alfred’s carnage
Racing officials are confident the rescheduled Jewel Day on the Gold Coast will go ahead on Saturday, despite widespread chaos in the aftermath of ex-cyclone Alfred.
Forgettable return casts doubt over Shelby’s future
Racing NSW stewards have put Group 1 winner Shelby Sixtysix on notice after he was eased out of the Group 2 Challenge Stakes in his return to racing.
‘She is next level’: Sydney treasures await exciting filly
A pair of Group 1 targets in Sydney are on the radar for VRC Oaks winner Treasurethe Moment after her effortless victory in the Group 2 Kewney Stakes at Flemington.
Joliestar vindicates Waller gamble with Newmarket success
Bad luck derailed Joliestar’s makeover as a sprinter last spring, but Chris Waller decided to persevere and was rewarded with a win in the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap.
Import shows he’s a Royal star in Canterbury boilover
After bursting on to the Australian racing scene last spring, US import Royal Patronage has gone to another level with his upset victory in the Group 1 Canterbury Stakes.
Problem ‘child’ Linebacker upsets Broadsiding in Randwick Guineas
Enigmatic galloper Linebacker had promised so much and finally delivered on the big stage with a gutsy win in the Group 1 Randwick Guineas at Randwick.
Tom Kitten pounces to victory in All-Star Mile thriller
Tom Kitten has finally broken through for another Group 1 victory, defying champion Mr Brightside in a thrilling All-Star Mile at Flemington.
Force is strong as unlikely sprinter Jedibeel wows trainer
When purchased as yearling, trainer Brad Widdup expected Jedibeel to want at least 1600m to show his best but the gelding has proven himself a high-class sprinter.
Shinn weaves magic to land Kiwi slot race
Blake Shinn cemented his relationship with Te Akau Racing after producing a magical ride to win The Kiwi, which followed success in the two-year-old Group 1 Group 1 Sistema Stakes.
Blue army’s Golden Slipper stocks soar as favourite falters
Anthony Freedman has the chance to add another Golden Slipper victory after Tentyris’ booming win in the Todman Stakes, which gave Godolphin a feature two-year-old double at Randwick.
Tempted stakes her Slipper claims with Reisling rout
Trainer James Cummings already has Beiwacht guaranteed a spot in the Golden Slipper and added Tempted to the mix when she stormed home to claim the Reisling Stakes at Randwick.
Golden Slipper favourite in must-win scenario
It’s D-Day for boom colt Wodeton who needs to win at Randwick on Saturday to be assured a start in the Golden Slipper.
Jamie Melham’s All-Star Mile query: ‘How much is left in the tank?’
Jamie Kah gives an insight into her race-day mindset which has her believing Another Wil can beat Mr Brightside again in the All-Star Mile.
Nash adds Shock value for Group 1 task
Here To Shock will need to go to another level to win the Group 1 Canterbury Stakes but there is one jockey who could pull it off.
Duric ‘blessed’ to avoid serious injury in Sunshine Coast fall
Vlad Duric feels “blessed” to escape with only concussion and bruised ribs after a sickening accident on the Sunshine Coast last Friday night.
Hatch calls for greater support after ban reduced to fine
Lindsay Hatch has called on racing authorities to provide better mental health support after the Toowoomba trainer was left fighting to save his career.
Baker to put amazing run to test in $3.5m The Kiwi
Bjorn Baker is about to become an Australian citizen but not before the former Kiwi strives to grab some rich prizemoney from his former homeland in the $3.5m The Kiwi slot race.
Field of dreams: Stallion destiny beckons for Newgate colt
Henry Field has turned a pipe dream into the biggest stallion operation in Australia as the Newgate Farm supremo seeks a third Golden Slipper success.
Williams relying on Mr Brightside to be tough again
Craig Williams knows Mr Brightside will be up for the fight no matter whatever is thrown at him in Saturday’s Group 1 All-Star Mile.
Hayes says best yet to come for The Kiwi fav Evaporate
With stable star Mr Brightside contesting the All-Star Mile, JD Hayes will be trackside in New Zealand to watch one of the stable’s young talents compete as favourite in the $3.5m The Kiwi slot race.
Randwick Guineas ‘fork’ in Broadsiding’s autumn path
Trainer James Cummings will use Saturday’s Randwick Guineas result to help lock in the rest of boom colt Broadsiding’s autumn campaign.
Savvy Hallie’s wide draw has Widdup cautious
An outside draw has made Savvy Hallie’s task a lot harder in the Reisling Stakes at Randwick but trainer Brad Widdup’s opinion of her won’t change regardless of the result.
‘She is right up there:’ Childs expects another Magic show
Jordan Childs couldn’t be happier as he prepares to ride top mare Magic Time in the Group 1 Canterbury Stakes at Randwick on Saturday.
Laming left stranded in Randwick Guineas bid
Tropical Cyclone Alfred has ruined Richard Laming’s hopes of watching his colt race live in Saturday’s Group 1 Randwick Guineas
Saturday’s feature race tips and betting strategies, from our experts
Saddle up punters, feature race tips are back and here are the tips from the teams at Racenet and Punters.
Tactical, gear changes for Growing Empire in Newmarket
Ciaron Maher will make a tactical change with Growing Empire in the Group 1 Newmarket Handicap in a bid to get the talented colt back to winning form.
Cyclone threat throws Queensland racing calendar into chaos
Racing Queensland has cancelled or postponed several meetings in South East Queensland, including the $2m Jewel Day on the Gold Coast, as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaches.
End of an era: Cummings family time at Leilani Lodge over
The Cummings family’s ties to Leilani Lodge is offically over after five decades with Edward Cummings abandoning plans to take over from his father.
Waller: Group 1 status adds ‘more value’ to All-Star Mile
Chris Waller will have just his second runner in the All-Star Mile but says there is more appeal to winning the race now despite less prizemoney on offer.
Kendrick confident filly can add to run of 2YO upsets
Recent two-year-old results has boosted Queensland trainer Stuart Kendrick’s hopes his filly can pull off an upset in the Group 2 Reisling Stakes in Sydney on Saturday.
Japanese stayer ruled out of autumn tilt as English raiders arrive
The English contingent for the upcoming The Championships have arrived but a leading Japanese contender won’t be coming later this month.
‘Wouldn’t have beaten him’: Price happy to take on Kiwi slot race
Mick Price explains why he eventually embraced the idea to send Public Attention to New Zeland for a new $3.5m slot race instead of taking on Broadsiding in the Randwick Guineas.
Payne family mourning death of sister Bernadette
Tragedy has again struck one of Victorian racing’s famous families after the death of former jockey Bernadette Payne.
Birchley calls for clarity ahead of Cyclone threat
Trainer Liam Birchley has called on Queensland racing officials to map out contingency plans if Saturday’s QTIS Jewel meeting is lost due to Cyclone Alfred.
‘Ready to win’: Group 1 mare up for the Challenge
Trainer Gary Portelli is excited about the return of Group 1 winner Kimochi in Saturday’s Group 2 Challenge Stakes at Randwick.
Original URL: https://www.news.com.au/sport/superracing/qld-racing