Ipswich preview and tips for Wednesday
The sun is shining on a massive 10 race Ipswich midweek card on Wednesday and I’m keen on some horses with Saturday credentials.
QLD Racing
Sydney Cup favourite ‘has the pedigree’ for two-mile test
Sydney Cup favourite Alalcance will need to conquer new ground if she is to maintain her phenomenal unbeaten autumn campaign on Saturday.
Heathcote’s ‘serious bullets’ for Brisbane Winter Carnival
Rob Heathcote will head into the Queensland Winter Carnival with “a couple of serious bullets” in his arsenal
Moscini set for another Battle Of The Bush mission
Toowoomba trainer Dale Groves is set for another Battle Of The Bush tilt with his grand warrior Moscini.
Monday gallop to determine Pride Of Jenni’s path
Saturday’s Queen Elizabeth Stakes is still an option for reigning champ Pride Of Jenni, with a crucial track gallop on Monday to determine her path ahead of a Queensland campaign.
‘It’s just greatness’: Leap To Fame sets up Inter Dominion bid
Champion pacer Leap To Fame set the scene for a record-breaking Brisbane Inter Dominion after producing the best performance of his stellar career to win the $NZ1 million Race by betcha at Cambridge.
Apprentice’s huge gamble to defy instructions pays off
Apprentice jockey Emily Lang ignored instructions to win aboard Boomtown Boss at Eagle Farm before declaring the Tony Gollan galloper will be “very hard to beat” in the Queensland Guineas.
Hawkes team unearths another grey flash in TJ triumph
Team Hawkes won the TJ Smith Stakes for the fourth time with another brilliant grey as Briasa stamped himself as racing’s new sprint star.
‘I needed a major’: Baker brought to tears after Doncaster win
Trainer Bjorn Baker was overcome with emotion after finally winning an “iconic Sydney race” he craved when Stefi Magnetica claimed the Group 1 Doncaster Mile at Randwick.
‘Rising star’ Aeliana leaves boys in her wake in Derby demolition
Aeliana produced a stunning performance in the Australian Derby to become just the 10th filly to win the race.
Unbeaten colt completes dream week for Laurie in Sires’
Unbeaten Victorian colt Vinrock created history with his thrilling win in the Inglis Sires’ at Randwick and provide trainer Matt Laurie with his second Group 1 win for the week.
What the jockeys said: 2025 Doncaster Mile
This is what the jockeys had to say after the running of the Doncaster Mile at Randwick on Saturday.
Alalcance awesome in Chairman’s Quality blitz
Alalcance left many of her rivals for next week’s Sydney Cup in her wake with a dominant win in the Chairman’s Quality while Verry Elleegant’s relation, Belle Detelle, claims the Adrian Knox.
‘Relief to finally win’: Country Final joy for Messara
Know Thyself’s success in the Country Championships Final meant a lot to trainer Paul Messara after a number of near-misses in the race.
‘Cool dude’ named after pub sets sights on Group 1
Trainer Will Hulbert was testing Queensland winter carnival ambitions with Thee Creek on Saturday at Eagle Farm and the young colt passed with flying colours.
Sunshine Coast preview and tips for Sunday
Heavy conditions are likely at the Sunshine Coast on Sunday where I’m predicting a good day for the Matt Hoysted stable.
Young star faces acid test as Hong Kong buyers circle
Trainer Billy Healey won’t be distracted by talk stable star Benzou could be sold to Hong Kong buyers as he focuses on continuing his winning form at Eagle Farm.
Eagle Farm preview and tips for Saturday
Competitive card at Eagle Farm on Saturday and with the track still rain affected, I’ve tried to stick with horses proven when getting their toe in the ground.
Trainer ‘won’t go down without a fight’ to clear name
Rockhampton trainer Nick Walsh has vowed to clear his name after one his horses allegedly returned a positive swab.
Trainers’ boss in shock resignation as relations sour with Racing Qld
The top official in the Queensland branch of the Australian Trainers’ Association has resigned and it has caused turmoil in the relationship between trainers and Racing Queensland.
‘Looks a nice race’: Suparazi seeks breakthrough triumph
Trainer Ben Brisbourne says consistent galloper Superazi is deserving of another win and the Group 3 Victoria Handicap at Caulfield looks the right race to do so.
Hulbert colt to test winter carnival ambitions at Eagle Farm
A young colt named after an iconic Brisbane pub will test his Queensland winter carnival credentials against a $1.75 favourite at Eagle on Saturday.
Brown puts young guns through gruelling regimen for Doncaster glory
The experience of former jockey Corey Brown has been invaluable for young stars Zac Lloyd and Tyler Schiller as they prepare for lightweight rides in the Doncaster Mile.
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 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.
‘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.
‘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.
Laming wants slice of luck for Oaks-bound filly
Luck hasn’t gone the way of promising filly Rapid Cheval as trainer Richard Laming targets a Group 1 Oaks race in either Queensland or South Australia.
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.
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.
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.
Gollan gun to start Stradbroke bid in $1m slot race
Tony Gollan would love to give promising Transatlantic a shot at the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap and will kick him off in a $1m slot race in regional Queensland.
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.
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.
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.
Doomben preview and tips for Wednesday
A tough midweek meeting set for decision on Wednesday at Doomben with plenty of chances in most races.
Steady Ready on track for Melbourne mission
Trainers Tony and Maddy Sears are keen to send their star sprinter Steady Ready to Melbourne this year
Nikau Spur’s owner dares to dream of Melbourne Cup
Nikau Spur’s part-owner Grant Goodrum is dreaming big as he targets the famous Melbourne Cup race for his “genuine stayer”.
Doomben rescheduled for Tuesday in April Fool’s Day bonanza for punters
Southeast Queensland’s big wet has seen last Saturday’s Doomben meeting reschedule to Tuesday to coincide with major races in Sydney.
‘Just put the boy on’: Owner’s big call on Mountain jockey
‘Just put the boy on’. It took just five words to convince trainer Tony Sears that Cody Collis was the right man for the job aboard Steady .
‘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.
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.
Qld Racing Minister’s promise: No secrets, I will release report
Queensland Racing Minister Tim Mander has spoken to senior racing writer Ben Dorries on a range of issues including the wide-ranging review into the three codes of racing in the Sunshine State.
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’.
Doomben off: 2025 Qld weather chaos claims latest race meeting
Saturday’s Doomben races are the latest racing victim of the weather events which have struck Queensland in 2025.
Sunshine Coast preview and tips for Sunday
Inclement weather has forced the meeting to be moved onto the polytrack and with fields lacking depth I am with the synthetic specialists on Sunday.
Third time lucky: Steady Ready conquers King Of The Mountain
Jockey Cody Collis has won the King Of The Mountain slot race in a sliding-doors moment for the talented apprentice jockey.
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.
Ahrens daring to dream with $3000 bargain buy
Whether or not they race at a sodden Doomben on Saturday, trainer Ben Ahrens is daring to dream big with his $3000 bargain buy Kerchak.
‘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.
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.
‘Cantankerous’ Rose is blossoming at the right time
A booming win in the Kembla Grange Classic has prompted trainer Gary Portelli to give unbeaten filly Verona Rose a shot at the Group 1 Vinery Stud Stakes on her way to the ATC Oaks.
Thunder warning as O’Shea and Charlton chase stakes double
Trainers John O’Shea and Tom Charlton are looking for in-form pair King Of Thunder and Snow In May to claim a stakes double at Rosehill and prime themselves for The Championships.
Doomben preview and tips for Saturday
Good sized fields equates to depth in races with many chance across a competitive card of racing at Doomben on Saturday.
From $49.40 cab fare to $750,000 slot race for former taxi driver
Toowoomba trainer icon Kevin Kemp once drove a taxi but his biggest cab fare from those days is a long way off the big cash he will be racing for in Friday’s $750,000 King Of The Mountain slot race.
Sport stars chasing King Of The Mountain success
Melbourne Storm superstar Cameron Munster and Big Bash master blaster Chris Lynn will be watching the King Of The Mountain slot race with interest on Friday.
Debut win convinces Zahra to stick with Maher import
An Australian debut win was all that was needed to persuade Mark Zahra to stick with Ciaron Maher import Middle Earth for Saturday’s Group 1 Australian Cup.
Sargent relishing rematch with boom Victorian filly
Victorian boom filly Treasurethe Moment will be the horse to beat in the Vinery Stud Stakes but trainer John Sargent is hopeful of causing an upset.
‘It was perfect’: Paris shines in important TJ Smith tune-up
Sunshine In Paris had a day out at Sydney’s midweek meeting in preparation for Saturday week’s Group 1 TJ Smith Stakes.
‘Runs in the blood’: Suspended brothers find time to hang out
Gold Coast jockey Jaden Lloyd wants to emulate the same work ethic of his successful brother Zac as the pair had a rare opportunity to spend time together.
In Nash we trust: Kiwi raider set for Australian Derby audition
Kiwi trainer Tony Pike has had Group 1 success with Nash Rawiller before and he has called on the experienced hoop again as he makes a Sydney raid with an Australian Derby prospect.
‘He thrives off it’: Globetrotting star ready for Tancred test
Dubai Honour is ready to make his Australian return in Saturday’s Group 1 $1.5m Tancred Stakes at Rosehill Gardens.
Pies mad Egan out to swoop on Australian Cup for McRae
Collingwood-mad jockey Billy Egan is relishing the chance to celebrate another Group 1 win with Magpies coach Craig McRae after Saturday’s Australian Cup at Flemington.
Eagle Farm preview and tips for Wednesday
A big midweek meeting of nine races and there is a bit of rain around so good gates should more of a help than a hindrance at Eagle Farm on Wednesday.
Pride keen on ‘Plan A’ for star galloper Ceolwulf
Ceolwulf, a narrow third in last Saturday’s Group 1 George Ryder Stakes, is poised to line up again at Rosehill Gardens this Saturday before his main target for The Championships.
$750,000 slot race fancy aiming for Stradbroke rating boost
Cifrado will not only be racing for the spoils of the $750,000 King Of The Mountain slot race on Friday, he will also be striving for a ratings boost to pitchfork him into the Group 1 Stradbroke Handicap during the winter carnival.
‘Everyone deserves a second chance’: Collis ready to climb another Mountain
Victory in Friday’s King Of The Mountain slot race in Toowoomba would cap a fairytale redemption story for rejuvenated apprentice jockey Cody Collis.
‘I’m putting a lot more volume into him’: Gollan’s new test for Antino
Group 1 winner Antino will audition for the 2000m feature Doomben Cup when he competes second-up in the Hollindale Stakes on the Gold Coast in May.
QRIC deputy: I’ve got ‘supreme confidence’ in my team
Newly appointed Queensland Racing Integrity Commission deputy commissioner Kim Kelly says he has “supreme confidence” in his team as he ushers in a fresh era for the organisation.
‘I like it’: Gollan’s tick of approval for King Of The Mountain
Brisbane’s premier trainer Tony Gollan has given his stamp of approval to the new format for the $750,000 King Of The Mountain slot race.
Million-dollar Hong Kong offers roll in for Qld star
Young Sunshine Coast trainer Billy Healey has revealed offers around the $1m mark have rolled in to buy new Queensland star Benzou after he blasted to an imposing win at Eagle Farm on Saturday.
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