Egan has ferocious drive for Guineas atonement
Jockey Billy Egan was on the losing side of one of Australian racing’s biggest upsets in the 2021 Australian Guineas but he’s back with another chance to go one better four years later.
WA Racing
Mr Brightside up for the fight in Futurity win
Mr Brightside looked vulnerable again but the champion would not be denied this time as he made it back-to-back Futurity Stakes wins at Caulfield.
Devil Night makes inroads on $1.4m price with Blue Diamond success
Yulong may not have recouped its huge outlay on Devil Night yet but the colt secured his stud future after winning the Group 1 Blue Diamond Stakes at Caulfield.
Hunter living Diamond dream with ‘cracking type’ bought for a steal
Third-year trainer Rory Hunter has already achieved his dream of having a Blue Diamond runner with a horse he thought would be out of his price range.
Melbourne Cup winner in All-Star Mile first
Melbourne Cup winner Knight’s Choice was set to begin his campaign this week but his return will be delayed after he was assured of a start in the All-Star Mile.
How late entry could pay off for Blue Diamond favourite
Taking their time has landed Cranbourne trainers Trent Busuttin and Natalie Young with a great chance to win a second Blue Diamond Stakes with unbeaten youngster Field Of Play.
Blue Diamond favourite draws ‘ideal’ barrier after $55k gamble
After paying the $55,000 late entry fee, trainer Trent Busuttin picked the perfect barrier for favourite Field Of Play in Saturday’s Blue Diamond Stakes.
Skybird swoops in Lightning upset to prove doubters wrong
Trainer Mitch Freedman knew his unfancied outsider Skybird would be up for the challenge in the Group 1 Lightning Stakes as she became the longest-priced winner of the race.
Sepals earns chance at Group 1 ‘deep end’
Sepals has emerged as an Australian Guineas contender after progressing from a Sale maiden win to an “impressive” Group 3 victory in the CS Hayes at Flemington.
Trainer swaps Boot for Slipper with unbeaten Shaggy
The Wellington Boot was the aim for Shaggy but trainer Allan Kehoe will now target the Golden Slipper after the gelding maintained his perfect record in the Pierro Plate at Randwick.
’Mystified’ Anthony Cummings given a week to leave Leilani Lodge
Anthony Cummings, son of the late, great Bart Cummings, has been given seven days to depart Leilani Lodge after having his trainer’s license withdrawn by Racing NSW.
J-Mac: Why Switzerland has big edge on rival colts in Lightning
James McDonald is expecting a great clash between the three-year-olds in the Group 1 Lightning Stakes but says Switzerland has a crucial advantage among the colts.
Perth trainer secures Willie Pike in Flemington quest
Perth trainer Stefan Vahala has called upon top WA jockey William Pike, who will have his first ride since an e-scooter accident at Flemington on Saturday.
‘It’s going to be tactical’: Pride’s Apollo plan for ‘extremely exciting’ Ceolwulf
Trainer Joe Pride believes Ceolwulf can go to a new level this autumn as the two-time Group 1 winner prepares for his return in the Apollo Stakes on Saturday.
Maher mare can book Royal Ascot trip with Lightning win
Group 1 success this autumn, starting with Saturday’s Lightning Stakes, could enhance the prospects of a Ciaron Maher mare heading to Royal Ascot.
‘He’ll be in the finish’: Pride happy to take on 3YOs in Lightning
Sydney trainer Joe Pride is happy to take on the three-year-olds with proven weight-for-age performer Mazu in Saturday’s Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning at Flemington.
Yulong boss’ response to Via Sistina-Winx comparisons
With superstar Via Sistina set to return on Saturday, Yulong boss Vin Cox talks with Ben Dorries about comparisons with Winx, her incredible impact on racing and what 2025 may hold.
Scary times ahead as emerging stayer aims high
Victoria Derby runner-up Scary will embark on an Australian Guineas and Derby mission when he resumes in Saturday’s Group 3 CS Hayes Stakes at Flemington.
Group 1 stars ready for blast-off in hot Apollo
The Apollo Stakes entries oozes star power including Cox Plate champion Via Sistina, emerging superstar Ceolwulf, and last year’s winner Fangirl.
Striking colt grabs Attention for Guineas tilt
Public Attention announced himself as a Group 1 Randwick Guineas contender with an impressive return win in the Group 3 Eskimo Prince Stakes at Randwick.
‘We love you, Col’: Jamie fulfils Group 1 dream with Another Wil
Jamie Melham had her wish come true when Another Wil won the Group 1 CF Orr Stakes for late owner Colin McKenna, days after what would have been his 75th birthday.
Lees scores Millennium goal with ‘ripper’ Rivellino
Rivellino, named after a World Cup-winning Brazilian footballer, could get his chance at Sydney’s juvenile triple crown after a barnstorming win in the Inglis Millennium at Randwick.
Unbeaten youngster makes late entry Play for Blue Diamond
Having to part with $55,000 was made a lot easier after unbeaten gelding Field Of Play won the Blue Diamond Prelude to grab favouritism for the $2m Group 1.
Switzerland delights Waller but no plans beyond Lightning
Chris Waller is keeping his focus on the Group 1 Lightning Stakes as Switzerland went through his paces in a Flemington jumpout against his potential opposition.
Racing to return to Caulfield for CF Orr Stakes Day
Subject to the green light from council, racing is set to return to Caulfield on Saturday for CF Orr Stakes Day.
‘This is what the game is about’: $7000 buy chasing Doncaster spot
Willaidow, an unwanted yearling who was sold for $7000 and races with three pins in his leg, could be set for the Doncaster Mile after a career-best win in the Group 3 Southern Cross Stakes.
‘I had a ute full of horse feed:’ Moor’s late dash for Chairman’s win
Daniel Moor had to rush to get to Sandown after a late call-up to ride Inkaruna in her Chairman’s Stakes win, but the filly is unlikely to run in next month’s Blue Diamond.
Ryan has Golden Slipper doubts despite Canonbury blitz
Gerald Ryan made a surprise Golden Slipper admission after Blitzburg’s runaway win in the Group 3 Canonbury Stakes at Rosehill.
EXCLUSIVE: Haggas eyes Tancred with one of his stars
English trainer William Haggas has earmarked the Group 1 Tancred Stakes for Dubai Honour and Desert Hero, but only one will be sent across.
‘He keeps raising the bar’: Sprinter aiming to make it four in row
Accredited was meant to line up seven days ago but jockey Jay Ford believes it won’t hinder his winning chances on Saturday.
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